Byeon Woo Seok’s Performance Triggers Intense Backlash Connected to BLACKPINK Jisoo Controversy

Byeon Woo Seok is facing backlash over his acting in the teaser for his upcoming drama Perfect Crown with IU.

The controversy started after trailers dropped online. Korean forums like theqoo exploded with criticism, racking up nearly 50,000 views and more than 900 comments.

Fans say Byeon Woo Seok’s line delivery looks cheesy and awkward. Many are surprised because he took a long break but didn’t seem to improve.

Netizens are comparing him harshly to idols like BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and ASTRO’s Cha Eunwoo, who get flak despite not being full-time actors. They say Byeon Woo Seok keeps landing roles despite his “lack” of acting skills.

“I guess when an actor can’t act, they end up looking lame too lol.”
— theqoo netizen

“He had such a long break, too. What was he doing if he wasn’t practicing?”
— theqoo netizen

“The drama looks interesting, but the acting is disappointing.”
— theqoo netizen

“What’s up with Byeon Woo Seok’s acting? Only Jisoo ended up getting criticized.”
— theqoo netizen

Others say the drama feels “really cheesy.”

“I watched it thinking ‘how bad could it be?’ lol… At first, when he was getting angry I thought, okay, even if he’s not good, he’s trying hard. But when he said, ‘Prepare to become the Grand Prince’s wife,’ I completely lost it. 
It’s not easy to already have terrible acting starting from the teaser…”
— theqoo netizen

“I mean, at least Cha Eun Woo and Jisoo are at least handsome/pretty…”
— theqoo netizen

The backlash comes amid ongoing criticism of idol-turned-actors like Jisoo, but many feel Byeon Woo Seok’s acting deserves more scrutiny despite his status as a full-time actor.

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