Pink Lie: Episode 12 Recap - Despite All (End)

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Final Choice

Final choice D-Day! After all of the secrets are revealed, only the final choice remains for the Pinkmates. Between love and lie, can they find someone to love without prejudice?

MCs: Kim Hee Chul, Lee Sun Bin, Song Won Seok, RalRal
Female Cast: Seo Hanui, Han Daon, Kang Dahae, Park Haneul, Bae Seulbi
Male Cast: Park Hangyeol, Mo Chansol, Han Bareum, Hong Hanu, Kang Taeyang

'Pink Lie' Cast Instagram, Real Names, & Secrets

Episode 12 - Despite All

As the 'Pink Moon' sets, the 'White Moon' rises. The truth will finally be revealed to everyone. The Pinkmates gather in the living room to learn of each other's 'true' selves...

Han Daon's Pink Lie
"Model & Former Idol"
Real Name: Han Nayeon

After finding out Daon was also a former idol, Hanu said, "I guess that's why I felt a sense of kinship with her. I feel for her, too."

Kang Dahae's Pink Lie
"Daughter of a Wealthy Family With a 15 Million Won Monthly Allowance"
Real Name: Kang Jinyu

Dahae glances at Chansol to check his reaction... After watching it again, he said this to her, "You didn't look that charming in the video. You're more charming in real life."

'Pink Lie' Cast Members Real Names, Ages, Jobs
'Pink Lie' Cast Members Real Names, Ages, Jobs

Bae Seulbi's Pink Lie
"Freelance Weathercaster"
Real Name: Bae Sobin

Park Hangyeol's Pink Lie
"37 Years Old"
Real Name: Park Suchan

Dahae was not curious and did not enter the 'Room of Truth.' In the interview, she said, "He showed me who he was and that's what matters." It is time to find out Chansol's secret...

Mo Chansol's Pink Lie
"High School Graduate Hair Stylist"
Real Name: Mo Junsoo

His ex-girlfriend's parents did not think he deserved to date their daughter solely because he did not go to college. He said, "I felt insecure about it at the time. No one would acknowledge that I could become successful." RalRal reveals she recently saw him at a hair salon. He is a top hair stylist who is extremely successful and greatly respected in the field.

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Chansol reveals his secret as a high school graduate hair stylist

After learning the truth, Dahae said, "So what if he didn't go to college? He still succeeded in life... He's sure about the work he does. He's diligent, and has ambition. That's attractive in a man."

Hong Hanu's Pink Lie
"Former Idol Turned Future Cattle Rancher"
Real Name: Hong Sungho

"To me... It was a huge challenge," he says while getting emotional. It was a difficult decision to choose reality over his dream. After learning the truth, Haneul felt bad for Hanu. And Daon wanted to cheer him on as a friend, hoping he can do what he wants to do.

Kang Taeyang's Pink Lie
"X-Rated Performer for Women"
Real Name: Kang Chunil

Things did not work out no matter how hard he tried. When he was offered the job, he trusted the artistry of the show and decided to give it a try. In tears, he says, "To me, the stage is that precious." Hanui felt his struggles and could relate. "More than anyone, I felt like the pain that Taeyang felt was most similar to my own," she said.

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Chansol sobs after finding out Bareum's secret

Han Bareum's Pink Lie
"The Eldest Son Who Provides for His Family"
Real Name: Han Kyubum

Chansol sobs watching the video, while Seulbi also tears up... Bareum consoles them saying they are fine now and not that poor anymore. Chansol whose life was also not easy was able to empathize with how hard he had to work to get this far. And Seulbi did not know she would react so emotionally. "I was so touched," she said. "Not anyone could do what he did."

Park Haneul's Pink Lie
"A Single Mom of a 7-Year-Old Daughter"
Real Name: Park Byulbora

Haneul's secret is revealed for the first time. "Actually, I have a special family member. I have a 7-year-old daughter who is more precious than anyone to me," she said. A lovely child who keeps her emotionally grounded. While focusing on raising her well, she has not been able to live her own life. "When my child grows up, I might become a burden to her if I'm alone." That is why she decided to start dating again, so that her child will be happy later on, too.

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Haneul reveals her secret as a single mom of a 7-year-old daughter

The first thought that came to Hanu's mind is if she was going to be okay. "She must've been through so much," he thought. And Taeyang previously said he did not think he could be with someone who was divorced, so it gave him a lot to think about. What will be their decisions?

Seo Hanui's Pink Lie
"Former Adult Actress"
Real Name: Seo Jieun

Hanui sheds tears once again before revealing her truth... She hid in fear for the past 6 years so how terrified she must have been. Daon and Haneul watch in tears able to understand her for how hard it must have been. Taeyang was also able to empathize, and said, "I'm sure that wasn't easy at all, but she persevered... so I'm not prejudiced." Hanu admired her courage, "I really want to comfort her right now." However, Hangyeol honestly said, "Her past occupation isn't really something I can understand. I think I'm prejudiced."

Hanu says, "You look prettier when you smile." After hearing his comforting words, she calms down... Then Dahae suddenly gets up saying there is something she has been dying to show them... And returns to show off her Chanel handbag... So awkward... Chansol tries to simmer her down, not looking too happy...

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Hanui reveals her secret to the cast members

Later, Chansol privately talks to Dahae, while carefully choosing his words. He honestly tells her that her actions earlier seemed immature, and hopes she can learn to be more mindful of others. Can their differences be an issue that can be resolved?

The Pink Moon Rises

On the final night at the Pink House, the Pinkmates are allowed to send one last message to anyone they choose. Instead of rivals in love, they can send a message as a friend.

Chansol ↔ Bareum

The new lifelong bros message one another, full of admiration and respect, hoping to keep in touch after the show. Others also choose to send a message of support as a friend.

Dahae → Haneul
Daon → Hanui
Hangyeol → Hanu

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Bareum receives a supportive text from Chansol on the final night at the Pink House

Meanwhile, the rest take this chance to convey their feelings for one last time. Seulbi thanks Hangyeol for the drawing and hopes to stay in touch. Hanui also hopes to remain friends with Hanu, and says she will respect and support his decision. And Taeyang expresses his regret about the missed timing with Haneul. Lastly, Hanu and Haneul texted each other.

Seulbi → Hangyeol
Hanui → Hanu
Taeyang → Haneul
Hanu ↔ Haneul

As they need to make their final decisions, they cannot fall asleep easily tonight... Some are still unsure of their choice... And so the last night at the 'Pink House' draws to a close...

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Final Choice D-Day

Final Choice D-Day

At the end of a 12-day emotional journey, it is finally time to make their final choice! Will they be able to find love as their 'true' selves?

Dahae goes to Chansol without hesitation to show that her feelings have not changed. As he was direct with her from the very start, it made her fall for him even more. And felt thankful to him for not hesitating to criticize her immature behavior. She makes a final confession, then it is his turn... Blackout... The lights come back on... He picks her too! The two are smiling from ear to ear~ A final couple! Congrats~

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Final Couple Chansol & Dahae

Final Couple
Chansol 💘 Dahae

Next up, Hanui... To no surprise, she picks Hanu until the very end. Thanks to him, she could be honest with her feelings. "You're more amazing than you think," he says. Blackout... Once the lights return, she is left all alone in the room... He did not pick her...

Hanui ðŸ’” Hanu

Hanu walks away with a heavy heart, and goes to Haneul. "A single mom is not a big deal if I like her as an individual." In his final confession, he says sorry for not being able to decide on a choice sooner. "I'll make sure not to confuse you in the future," he promises. Then another knock on the door... Here comes Taeyang! He meant everything he said to her yesterday and hopes they can be together. In the end, she chooses neither of them and walks away...

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Hanui, Hanu, & Taeyang make their final choice

Hanu ðŸ’” Haneul
Taeyang ðŸ’” Haneul

In an unexpected choice, Haneul picks Hangyeol! Even he is flustered to see her... She says, "I chose the person whom I wanted to get to know more in the future." The door opens again, and Daon walks in to confess. "I'm so grateful... So I'd like to repay you for what you've done for me." His biggest regret was failing to recognize her feelings at the start... Then in another unexpected twist, Hangyeol leaves the room, choosing neither of them...

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Haneul, Daon, and Hangyeol make their final choice

Haneul ðŸ’” Hangyeol
Daon ðŸ’” Hangyeol

"Instead of sincere feelings, I felt like Daon just wanted to befriend me," Hangyeol said. So in the end, he wanted to make a choice he won't regret and goes to Seulbi. He had a change of heart and felt the sincerity from her text yesterday. But then here comes Bareum... "I realized that we could match each other's pace. I want to get to know you more," he confesses. In the end, Seulbi picks Bareum, who has always been unconditional~ "I realized that I had feelings for you too," she says. "I hope to continue meeting you in the future."

Hangyeol ðŸ’” Seulbi

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Final Couple Seulbi & Bareum

Final Couple
Bareum ðŸ’˜ Seulbi

Congratulations to the two lovely couples~

Thank you to the cast members and production staff of Pink Lie for helping us all reflect on our own prejudices, and learn to be more open-minded. Looking forward to Season 2!!!

Pink Moon's Final Message: "Can you love without prejudice?"

Pink Lie - Episode 12 - Cast Members on Final Choice D-Day
'Pink Lie' MCs Song Wong Seok, Lee Sun Bin, Heechul, & RalRal

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