If you are looking for the exact release schedule for Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73, spoiler predictions, and a quick recap to refresh your memory, you are in the right spot. Here at OtakuSignal, we are breaking down everything you need to know before the next update of this highly popular manhwa.
The romantic tension in Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73 is keeping fans completely hooked. Written and illustrated by EUNHI, this mature romantic comedy has been a massive hit on Webtoon, blending 20 years of unspoken history with increasingly explicit and hilarious misunderstandings between its two leads. With Season 2 well underway and the story diving deeper into Ha-neul’s hidden past, readers are eager to see how Mincheol reacts to the latest shocking revelation.
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Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 72 Recap
Childhood Friend Complex (소꿉친구 ì»´í”Œë ‰ìŠ¤) follows Ha-neul and Mincheol, two childhood friends who have been inseparable for over 20 years. Having grown up together almost like siblings, they have never truly seen each other as members of the opposite sex. However, everything changes when Mincheol accidentally stumbles upon Ha-neul’s secret circumstances—circumstances he absolutely never wanted to know. What follows is a chaotic romantic comedy where one misunderstanding leads to another, and slowly but surely, the two begin to see each other in an entirely new, mature light.
The recent chapters have taken a much darker, more dramatic turn. Chapter 70 revealed the beginning of Ha-neul’s deeply hidden dark past, while Chapter 71-72 continued to escalate the emotional weight of their relationship. Mincheol, who previously just thought of Ha-neul as his annoying best friend, has been forced to confront the fact that she is a grown woman with complicated secrets. The chapters highlighted Mincheol struggling with his conflicting emotions—torn between protecting his lifelong friend and dealing with the overwhelming attraction that he can no longer ignore.
Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73 Spoilers
Because this is an ongoing, original Korean webtoon by EUNHI, perfectly accurate spoilers are not available until the Korean raw chapters officially drop online (usually a day before the English translations on Webtoon). However, based on the narrative tension built up in Chapter 72 and reader predictions:
- Ha-neul’s confession — Chapter 73 will likely shift focus back to Ha-neul herself. With her dark past beginning to unravel, she will likely be forced into a situation where she has to directly explain her secrets to Mincheol. Rather than another comedic misunderstanding, this moment is expected to be genuinely emotional and vulnerable.
- The mom returns — Following the events of Chapter 69 where Mincheol met Ha-neul’s mom, the family dynamics will likely resurface. Chapter 73 may feature Ha-neul’s mother directly interfering in their relationship, either by encouraging them to get closer or accidentally revealing even more embarrassing secrets about Ha-neul’s childhood.
- The point of no return — The chapter is expected to conclude with a massive shift in their dynamic. Whether it is a near-kiss, an accidental intimate moment, or Mincheol finally admitting out loud that he sees Ha-neul as a woman, Chapter 73 is likely to be the bridge that takes them from “just friends” to a truly complicated romantic relationship.
Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73 Global Release Times
Expected Official Webtoon release — Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73 drops Thursday, May 7, 2026.
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Thu May 7, 12:00 AM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Thu May 7, 12:00 AM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Wed May 6, 11:00 PM |
| 🇵🇠Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Wed May 6, 11:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Wed May 6, 11:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Wed May 6, 11:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Wed May 6, 10:00 PM |
| 🇹🇠Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Wed May 6, 10:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Wed May 6, 10:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Wed May 6, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Wed May 6, 8:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Wed May 6, 8:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Wed May 6, 7:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Wed May 6, 6:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Wed May 6, 6:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Wed May 6, 6:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Wed May 6, 5:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Wed May 6, 5:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Wed May 6, 5:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Wed May 6, 4:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Wed May 6, 12:00 PM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | ET (UTC-4) | Wed May 6, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | ET (UTC-4) | Wed May 6, 11:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Wed May 6, 10:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-5) | Wed May 6, 10:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 Central USA | CT (UTC-5) | Wed May 6, 10:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 Mountain USA | MT (UTC-6) | Wed May 6, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PT (UTC-7) | Wed May 6, 8:00 AM |
Where to Read Childhood Friend Complex Chapter 73
- English Translations — The series is officially licensed and translated into English on Webtoon Entertainment, where it updates every Thursday. For the latest updates, raw leaks, and release schedules regarding this massive hit, keep checking OtakuSignal.
- Korean Raw Chapters — Officially published on Naver Webtoon and Naver Series.
FAQ
Is this series on hiatus again?
No. After a significant break due to the author EUNHI’s health issues, Season 2 officially returned in late 2025 and is now publishing consistently on a weekly Thursday schedule. Readers can expect regular updates moving forward.
Is there a love triangle?
While the series primarily focuses on the push-and-pull between Ha-neul and Mincheol, the community has noted that the misunderstandings often involve third parties. However, the core of the story remains squarely on these two childhood friends and their chaotic journey from platonic siblings to romantic partners.
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