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Lead Actress Suzy Addresses Criticism of 'Genie, Make a Wish' Promotional Posters
1 Oct
Summary
- Upcoming drama 'Genie, Make a Wish' facing backlash for cultural insensitivity
- Lead actress Suzy addresses issues with the show's promotional posters
- Suzy says the drama blends fantasy and reality, and she's learned a lot from the role

As of October 1st, 2025, the upcoming OTT drama 'Genie, Make a Wish' has been garnering significant attention and criticism online. The show, which features lead actors Suzy and Kim Won Bin, has faced backlash from fans and netizens who have cited cultural insensitivity and inadequate promotion as major issues.
In a recent interview on the variety show 'Ordinary Thursday Night', Suzy addressed some of the concerns surrounding the drama. She acknowledged that the promotional posters have been a point of contention, stating that the team has "talked a lot about the poster" themselves. Suzy explained that the unique world of the series, which blends fantasy and reality, may have contributed to the perceived "tacky" and "low budget" appearance of the posters.
Despite the criticism, Suzy expressed her deep commitment to the project, saying she has "really immersed" herself in the character and that the experience has been a challenging yet rewarding one. She believes the drama will "stay with her for life" and that she has learned a great deal from the role.
Suzy also emphasized that the show is intended to be enjoyed casually and is suitable for family viewing. She expressed hope that the drama will find success, despite the initial backlash.