GOT7’s Jinyoung and actress Park Bo Young recently shared a romantic couple photoshoot for their K-Drama Our Unwritten Souls, sparking intense debates among fans. While many praised their chemistry, others criticized the post-drama promotion as “too much.”
The Adorable Yet Controversial Photoshoot
On July 15, behind-the-scenes photos from a photobooth session featuring Jinyoung and Park Bo Young were released. The images showed the two stars in close, affectionate posesโcheek-to-cheek, forehead-to-forehead, and even back hugs. The photos were part of promotional content for their drama Our Unwritten Souls, but the level of intimacy surprised many.
Fans quickly flooded social media with reactions. Some loved the chemistry, while others questioned if the photoshoot crossed a line. The images went viral on platforms like Twitter and Korean forums like theqoo, where opinions were split.
“WHAT THE HELL JINYOUNG AND BOYOUNG”
โ Fan tweet reacting to the photoshoot“jinyoung and boyoungโs back hugs are so cute ๐ฅน”
โ Another fan expressing admiration
Mixed Reactions From Korean Netizens
While international fans mostly gushed over the photos, Korean netizens had more divided opinions. Some felt the promotion was excessive now that the drama had ended. Others defended it as normal marketing.
“It was filmed for a drama event, so isnโt it okayโฆ? I looked up Park Jinyoung fans because of Our Unwritten Souls, and they seemed to really enjoy shipping the drama coupleโฆ Whoโs getting mad? LOL”
โ Comment from theqoo“The dramaโs over, so doing stuff like this now feels a bit much.”
โ Critical netizen
Some fans argued that the photos blurred the line between on-screen and off-screen romance, making it feel like “selling a delulu fantasy.” Others pointed out that such promotions are common in K-Dramas but admitted the chemistry felt unusually real.
Why This Photoshoot Stands Out
Most K-Drama couples do promotional shoots, but Jinyoung and Park Bo Youngโs images stood out due to their natural closeness. Unlike staged poses, their interactions seemed spontaneous, leading to debates on whether their off-screen friendship was being exploited for hype.
Park Bo Young, known for her roles in Strong Woman Do Bong Soon and A Werewolf Boy, has rarely done such intimate shoots with co-stars. Similarly, Jinyoung, who transitioned from GOT7 to acting, usually maintains a more reserved image. Their unexpected chemistry made the shoot both exciting and controversial.
Fan Wars and Shipping Culture
The photoshoot reignited discussions about shipping culture in K-Dramas. While some fans enjoy imagining real-life romances between co-stars, others find it invasive. This debate has grown louder as K-Pop idols like Jinyoung expand into acting, bringing their existing fanbases into drama fandoms.
“Feels like theyโre selling a delulu fantasyโฆ If I were a fan of the actors, Iโd really hate it. LOL It seriously gives off raw, real-couple vibes.”
โ Netizen on theqoo
Despite the backlash, many fans defended the shoot, saying it was just harmless fun. Some even hoped for a real-life relationship, though neither star has hinted at anything beyond friendship.
Whatโs Next for Jinyoung and Park Bo Young?
Both actors are moving on to new projects. Jinyoung is reportedly considering another drama, while Park Bo Young is in talks for a film. However, their photoshoot will likely remain a hot topic among fans for weeks.
The incident highlights how K-Drama promotions can sometimes backfire when the line between fiction and reality blurs. While some fans love the fantasy, others prefer keeping drama romances strictly on-screen.
Source:ย theqoo
