The K-Drama “When the Stars Gossip,” starring Lee Min Ho and Gong Hyo Jin, is facing increasing criticism regarding its dialogue and storyline, which has contributed to a continued decline in viewership ratings. Despite a substantial budget of ₩50.0 billion KRW (approximately $35.0 million USD) and a high-profile cast and crew, the series has struggled to connect with audiences.
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Plummeting Ratings and Online Discontent
The episode broadcast on January 25, 2025, recorded a nationwide viewership rating of just 1.82%, with slightly higher figures of 2.14% in Seoul. This marks a consistent downward trend for the drama, which initially generated excitement due to its unique premise: a romantic comedy set in space. Online communities are filled with expressions of disappointment, with many viewers criticizing the show’s writing. Some have even described certain scenes as “dirty,” reflecting their frustration with the drama’s failure to meet expectations.
Controversial Dialogue Sparks Backlash
A post on the popular Korean online forum TheQoo, which has garnered over 40,000 views, highlights the growing dissatisfaction with the drama. The primary source of the recent backlash stems from a specific line delivered by Gong Hyo Jin’s character, Eve Kim, to Gong Ryong (Lee Min Ho) during a scene involving a mouse mating experiment. Viewers found this line overly suggestive and unnecessary.
Netizen reactions from TheQoo include:
“Ugh, this is so dirty..”
“Seriously, this K-Drama went all the way to space, but every single episode is just about sex, and they spent 50 billion won on this?”
“The lines are so outdated and cringy, I’m speechless.”
“What even is this drama?”
“The dialogue is absolutely the worst.”
Fans of the lead actors have also voiced their disappointment, expressing that the talented cast deserves better material. The drama’s high budget and initial promise have further amplified the disappointment among viewers.
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Source:TheQoo
