Netflix’s new reality show My Korean Boyfriend has sparked intense online reactions, with fans of single mother Luanny uniting to urge her to leave her partner, Si-won, following his admitted financial struggles and questionable actions.
The show, which released its first four episodes on January 1, 2026, follows five Brazilian women traveling to Seoul to pursue relationships with Korean men they met online. Luanny’s story has become a central focus for viewers. People are deeply concerned by Si-won’s history of asking her for money, his critical comments, and the overall instability he brings to her life. The second part of the series, episodes 5-8, is scheduled for release on January 8, 2026.
Luanny and Si-won’s Troubled Relationship Journey
Luanny arrived in Seoul with a history of problems with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, Si-won. From the beginning, their relationship was marked by uncertainty. Luanny shared with the other women that they met through a dating app, and she quickly fell for him despite warning signs. She was clear with him about being a single mother, and he initially seemed accepting, even telling her he felt as if her daughter were his own.
However, the issues began when he promised to visit her in Brazil but could not due to a lack of funds. Instead of finding his own solution, Si-won asked Luanny to borrow money from her friends to pay for his flight, promising to pay her back. He later changed his plans and did not visit her at all. Luanny confided that she had helped him financially “many times”. Their first meeting in Seoul was tense. While Si-won gave her flowers and a translation device, Luanny confronted him, stating he “just talks” and does nothing else. In a private moment, she questioned, “How can I build a life with someone I don’t trust?”
The tension escalated at a group party celebrating another couple’s engagement. Si-won made a comment that upset everyone. He said, “I think Brazilian girls have very strange personality,” before changing “strange” to “strong”. The remark, seen as disrespectful, angered other cast members like Camila, who knows Korean and intervened. Camila defended Luanny, leading Si-won to leave the party in frustration.
Si-won Reveals Family Financial Problems and Gets Defensive
In an attempt to explain his past behavior, Si-won texted Luanny to meet, saying he wanted to “confess something” from his past. When they met, he revealed that his family was “going through a tough time financially”. While Luanny was calm and said she would “rethink” their relationship, later conversations showed Si-won becoming defensive.
In a subsequent talk, Luanny told him, “I feel like this is all a joke to you. I notice that you act very childish sometimes. And I need a mature man”. Si-won’s response shifted the blame. He said he understood but was still upset that Luanny had discussed his private life and financial situation when they first met in Seoul.
“I felt embarrassed and got angry at you. And to be honest, I’m still pretty upset,” Si-won told her.
This confrontation reached a peak when Si-won came to their shared house expecting to reconcile. Instead, he began blaming Luanny for their problems. She stood her ground, refusing to apologize. Luanny told him he was the one who needed to apologize because he had cheated on her with a Turkish woman, a major revelation that concluded one of the early episodes.
Fan Reactions: A Chorus of Concern and Calls to Leave
The audience reaction to Luanny and Si-won’s story has been overwhelming. On social media platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and TikTok, the dominant message to Luanny is a frantic “RUN!!!!” The hashtag #RunLuanny has circulated alongside clips of their most difficult moments.
Fans express deep concern that Si-won’s pattern of financial requests, combined with his defensiveness and the cheating allegation, shows a relationship that is more harmful than hopeful. Many viewers, especially other single parents, have connected with Luanny’s desire to build a secure life for her daughter and feel Si-won’s instability is a major red flag. Comments question his maturity and his ability to be a reliable partner and stepfather.
The show’s panel of hosts, who react to the events in episode 4, also expressed clear frustration with Si-won’s actions and anticipation to see how Luanny’s situation progresses.
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Where to Watch My Korean Boyfriend
My Korean Boyfriend is a Netflix original reality series. The first four episodes are currently available for streaming globally on the platform. The next installment, episodes 5 through 8, is scheduled to be released on January 8, 2026. The show was filmed over 22 days in Seoul, featuring locations like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon, Myeongdong, and Hongdae.
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