Controversial Actor Reportedly Begins Shooting for New Netflix Series, Sparks Online Outrage

Byeon Woo Seok is facing backlash over his casting in the upcoming Netflix K-Drama Solo Leveling.

The controversy started when it was announced Byeon Woo Seok, who played Prince I-an in Perfect Crown, would star as Sung Jin Woo in Solo Leveling, an adaptation of the massively popular fantasy novel.

Filming is already underway, as revealed by photos posted on online communities.

Netizens reacted strongly, expressing disappointment and frustration over the choice.

“It’s such a waste…for such a good series.”
— netizens on TheQoo

“It would’ve been fine if they just changed the male actor.”
— netizens on TheQoo

“Why do they keep using him?”
— netizens on TheQoo

“We’re in big trouble…”
— netizens on TheQoo

“We’re screwed…”
— netizens on TheQoo

“This is a highly anticipated series…and yet they are using him?”
— netizens on TheQoo

“What do we do now…who is going to act?”
— netizens on TheQoo

“We’re f*cked.”
— netizens on TheQoo

“But why….this is such a waste.”
— netizens on TheQoo

“Are they going to be able to take the hate from the animation fans?”
— netizens on TheQoo

The casting of Byeon Woo Seok is dividing fans ahead of this hotly awaited adaptation. The buzz is unlikely to die down anytime soon.