Global Viewers Reject K-Drama Prior to Its Release

Yoo Yeon Seok is facing backlash online before his new drama even airs.

MBC’s mystery romance The Perfect Lie was announced to premiere on October 9. It stars Yoo Yeon Seok and Seo Hyun Jin, following a couple whose first date leads to secrets and psychological tension.

Excitement turned sour fast. Many international fans are calling for a boycott of the drama due to past controversies involving Yoo Yeon Seok.

The actor’s comments and behavior from before have sparked criticism. Some say he shows misogynistic attitudes. Others refuse to support projects he’s in.

The backlash blew up on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and forums. Here’s what some fans are saying:

Like this OLDIE thinks so low of us WOMEN and want us to watch his drama why dotn you ask MEN to watch it
— Diya V (@SiyaV8), June 23, 2026

misogynistic incel, no woman should give him clout
— gigi⟢ (@dollyoons_), June 23, 2026

he said in an interview that women who don’t cover themselves or who don’t wear modest clothes are basically asking for men’s attention. plus he was shaming his costar for her choice of clothes
— ness (@armandswhre), June 20, 2026

found my ppl. can’t bring myself to watch phantom lawyer since he’s one of the leads
— rei (@itsgoindawn), June 24, 2026

Not everyone agrees. Some fans say the backlash is blown out of proportion and that the drama is doing fine without the boycotters.

Who are “we” here? And don’t bother, his drama is doing well without you watching it, you are not that important lol
— (@labibatara123), June 23, 2026

The Perfect Lie centers on two people who remember a shared event very differently. Both fight to prove their version of the truth.

The controversy began as soon as casting was confirmed. Millions of K-Drama fans are now watching closely to see how this will play out.