The drama Motel California, starring Lee Se-young as Ji Kang-hee and Na In-woo as Cheon Yeon-su, has drawn criticism from viewers regarding the use of a fat suit on Na In-woo’s character in early episodes. The drama tells the story of a woman who returns to her hometown after 12 years and reconnects with a childhood friend.
Fan Reactions to the Fat Suit
In the drama’s initial episodes, Na In-woo’s character, Cheon Yeon-su, is shown wearing a fat suit and thick-rimmed glasses. This portrayal of the character before his weight loss has been met with negative reactions from many viewers. They find the fat suit unconvincing and unnecessary. Some fans have expressed their opinions online:
i mean she liked him back then and now too but the suit is so fake its hilarious to see i can't
— . (@Ialisarover) January 12, 2025
“i mean she liked him back then and now too but the suit is so fake its hilarious to see i can’t”
“There’s a lot I’m enjoying about #MotelCalifornia — mostly our leads– but OMG again with the fat suit…”
“Started this show with not so high expectations (thank god they dropped the fat suit fast). Pretty intriguing”
“why did they have to make na inwoo wear a fat suit”
“2 first eps of motel California were actually good but the thing that makes me laugh is always seeing the fake fat suit every flashback”
These comments highlight the general sentiment among viewers that the fat suit detracted from their viewing experience. They feel the transformation could have been handled differently.
Motel California Plot Overview
Motel California begins with a scene of children playing during a storm. The story then shifts to 2013, where Kang-hee’s father, Chun-pil, asks Yeon-soo to deliver money before she leaves for Seoul. Kang-hee and Yeon-soo share a moment before parting ways.
By 2023, Yeon-soo is a veterinarian, and Kang-hee works in construction. After facing career setbacks, Kang-hee secures an internship at an interior design firm. At Chun-pil’s funeral, Kang-hee and Yeon-soo reunite after a decade. A confrontation with a childhood bully leads to Yeon-soo defending Kang-hee. The story also involves Seok-kyung, who helps Kang-hee and later becomes part of a potential love triangle with Kang-hee and Yeon-soo.
The next episode of Motel California is scheduled for release on January 17.
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