One of the greatest classics is the ‘Karate Kid’ saga, starring Ralph Macchio and Pat Morita and recently, the ‘Cobra Kai’ series, a perfect continuation of the original trilogy, since it showed us an evolution of the characters and the consequences of their teenage acts. In addition to resolving multiple uncertainties that remained in the air, we finally know why Ali broke up with Johnny Lawrence before ‘Karate Kid’.
The central plot of ‘Karate Kid’ focuses on the fight between Daniel Larusso and Johnny Lawrence over some differences. One of them is Ali, because Daniel falls in love with her, while at the same time,Ali is going having a break with Johnny Lawrence, who is seeking o get her back without much success. The arrival of Daniel only complicated the relationship between Johnny and Ali.
Although ‘Karate Kid’ never resolves the reason for the separation of both, finally in the second season of ‘Cobra Kai’, we will have an answer to why Ali broke up with Johnny Lawrence and it seems, that it comes down to a relatively small reason.
In the chapter where he’s chatting with his friends at a reunion, it is revealed that Ali decides to end the relationship after Johnny missed her birthday to go hang out with his friends. And that, is something that should never be done.
Despite the fact that Ali is a character that seems to be completely forgotten, the confirmation of the actress, Elisabeth Shue joining the cast, will generate more conflicts. Especially, since Johnny has not gotten over the separation despite the years. He made a life and had a son, therefore, he’s got baggage and we will have to wait until season three to see what Ali brings to the table.
