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The Netflix series, XO, Kitty, ignited fervent discussions among its audience, particularly concerning the romantic dynamics involving the protagonist, Kitty Song Covey. A focal point of the discussion was the potential relationship between Kitty and Yuri, portrayed by Gia Kim.
In a recent interview with StyleCaster on January 17, 2025, Gia Kim addressed the show's romantic trajectories, offering insights that have further fueled fan conversations. During the interview, Gia Kim was questioned about the likelihood of Kitty and Yuri becoming an endgame couple.
Gia Kim responded by highlighting the prominence of the Kitty and Min-ho pairing within the fan community. She stated,
"Just based on what I see mostly in the comments, I think the Kitty/Min Ho shippers are very dominating. I feel like that’s what the show is gonna give them because we don’t want to piss off too many people."
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She continued:
"There’s a higher chance of Kitty/Min Ho shippers getting what they want than Kitty/Yuri shippers I would say. But I don’t know, I’m not a writer, so who knows?"
Gia Kim's remarks elicited a spectrum of reactions from the show's viewers. Supporters of the Kitty and Yuri pairing, often referred to as "Kuri" shippers, have expressed disappointment and concern. The discussion surrounding these potential relationships extended beyond mere shipping wars; it touched on broader issues of LGBTQ+ representation in media.
The initial development of a romantic storyline between Kitty and Yuri was seen by many as a progressive step toward inclusivity. The possibility of this narrative being deprioritized in favor of a heteros*xual pairing prompted discussions about the consistency and depth of queer representation in mainstream media.
Many perceived the potential sidelining of a sapphic relationship as a missed opportunity for diverse representation in XO, Kitty. One fan commented,
"BRING BACK WRITERS WITH SPINE"
Netizens lashed out at the show's writers for allegedly trying to pair Kitty with Min-ho in XO, Kitty to appease the "straight" crowd.
"Sad, but not surprising, we all know it. These Netflix shows are only 'successful' because of the fan service straight ships, if they had her actually be with Yuri it would be canceled," one fan wrote.
"I know there’s a lot of fans who want KittHo but the writers should’ve stuck also look at the reactions so far to the series. They need to do better in regards to KittYuri and I hope they don’t abandon the love triangle completely in season 3," another fan wrote.
"No wonder kinho seems so forced because it's fan service. I don't know how to explain it but Kitty and Yuri have that spark together it's different and better than that boring and reused heteros*xual ship," one more fan said.
Others echoed similar sentiments across social media about XO, Kitty's storyline ending getting allegedly derailed.
"Like she said, she’s not a writer tho. it was obvious kitty/minho endgame was the direction jenny wanted to go since s1.. like so painfully obvious if u watch and have media literacy. if fans loved kittyyuri more & jenny went in that direction, that’d be fan service." one fan noted.
"I’m sorry, but this is so frustrating because in that case we’re never going to get representation because m/f ship are always more popular," another fan added.
"Depressing that corporation writers are now only writing based on fan reactions to the point of severe bad writing and death of creativity and their own ideas. Never in my life did I thought I see such blatant declaration of it, this is anti-art." one other fan reacted.
XO, Kitty Season 2: Kitty's return to KISS and her blooming feelings for Min-ho
In the second season of Netflix's XO, Kitty continues to follow the journey of Kitty Song Covey as she navigates the complexities of teenage life, love, and self-discovery at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS). This season delves deeper into Kitty's personal growth, evolving relationships, and the challenges she faces in understanding her identity.
After the tumultuous events of XO, Kitty Season 1, Kitty returns to KISS with a renewed determination to explore her late mother's past and find her place within the school's social fabric. Her return is facilitated by Yuri, who plays a pivotal role in helping Kitty reintegrate into the school community.
A significant theme in XO, Kitty Season 2 is Kitty's exploration of her bis*xuality. She grapples with her feelings for multiple individuals, including Yuri and Min-ho. The season portrays Kitty's internal conflicts and her journey toward self-acceptance, where she also realizes that she is in love with Min-ho.
Beyond romantic entanglements, Kitty's quest to learn more about her mother's history in Seoul adds depth to her character arc. This exploration leads to poignant self-discovery and a deeper understanding of her family's legacy.
XO, Kitty Season 2 concludes with Kitty and Min-ho embarking on a journey together, setting the stage for potential developments in their relationship in future seasons.
XO, Kitty Season 2 is streaming on Netflix.
