The mystery-romance K-drama The Witch (마녀, Manyeo), starring Park Jin-young (Jinyoung) and Roh Jeong-eui, aired Episode 8 on March 9, 2025, at 9:15 PM KST on Channel A. As the latest episode in this 10-episode series, it marked a major turning point in the unfolding mystery of Park Mi-jeong’s so-called “curse.”
What Is The Witch About?
Adapted from Kang Full’s 2013 webtoon Manyeo, The Witch follows Park Mi-jeong (Roh Jeong-eui), a woman believed to be cursed—any man who loves her suffers misfortune or even death. Lee Dong-jin (Park Jin-young), a logical and data-driven investigator, refuses to accept this as fate. Using statistics and real-world tests, he risks his own life to prove the curse is false and break Mi-jeong’s isolation.
The series has aired since February 15, 2025, and streams on Viki, Viu, Netflix (South Korea), and TVING.
Episode 8 Highlights: Breaking the Curse?
With only two episodes left, Episode 8 brought emotional breakthroughs, revelations, and high stakes as Dong-jin’s theory about Mi-jeong’s curse took shape.
1. Dong-jin’s Major Discovery
Dong-jin realizes that Mi-jeong’s emotions might hold the key to breaking the curse. His hypothesis, discussed in Episode 7 through his supermarket delivery experiments, is confirmed when he meets with an ally—possibly Jung-hyeok (Lim Jae-hyeok) or another informant.
- A fan post on X noted: “The variable was her heart. Only the one she loves can break the law.”
- This suggests that Mi-jeong’s feelings for Dong-jin may override the curse’s effects—but at what cost?
2. Face-to-Face: Mi-jeong and Dong-jin’s Emotional Meeting
For the first time since the series began, Dong-jin meets Mi-jeong in person, determined to challenge her belief in the curse.
- He tells her “It’s okay”, showing unwavering faith in their connection.
- Their conversation shifts the dynamic—Mi-jeong, who has always tried to push him away for his own safety, acknowledges his persistence and feelings.
3. Mi-jeong’s Hidden Awareness of Dong-jin
Mi-jeong has known who Dong-jin was all along—even from their high school days.
- She has a photobook of his efforts, possibly containing his data analysis proving the curse wrong.
- This suggests Mi-jeong has been watching over Dong-jin from a distance, contradicting her outward coldness.
4. Dong-jin’s Sacrifice: Injured Again?
Dong-jin’s relentless pursuit of the truth has led to multiple injuries, and Episode 8 is no exception.
- He ends up hospitalized for the fourth time, but even from his hospital bed, he continues his investigation.
- He sends a message to Mi-jeong via Eunsil (Jang Hee-ryung), testing his theory one final time.
Fan Reactions: “A Love That Kills”
Episode 8 has been praised as one of the most emotional and pivotal episodes yet.
- “This episode was slow-burn perfection. The tension, the pain, the longing—it’s all coming together.”
- “If the curse is real, does Mi-jeong’s love for Dong-jin mean she’s the one who will suffer now?”
- “They are DESTINED. But at what cost?”
The drama’s wintery cinematography, moody soundtrack, and quiet pacing continue to immerse viewers in its melancholic atmosphere.
What’s Next? Final Episodes (March 15-16, 2025)
With two episodes remaining, major questions linger:
- Is the curse real, or is it psychological?
- Will Dong-jin survive his experiment?
- What price will Mi-jeong pay if she truly loves him?
Given Kang Full’s signature storytelling, fans expect a shocking twist before the finale.
Where to Watch The Witch (2025)
- Live: Channel A (South Korea) – Saturdays & Sundays, 9:15 PM KST
- Streaming: Viki, Viu (English subs available March 10), Netflix (South Korea), TVING
Final Thoughts
Episode 8 was a turning point for The Witch—a blend of mystery, romance, and tragedy that has left fans on edge. With Dong-jin’s determination colliding with Mi-jeong’s fear, the final two episodes promise heart-wrenching moments and possibly a bittersweet ending.
Are you watching The Witch? What do you think will happen in the final episodes?
