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Religious Groups Start Protest Against “Love In The Big City” Drama Adaptation After the Movie’s Success

Religious Groups Start Protest Against Kim Go Eun and Noh Sang Hyun's “Love In The Big City” Drama Adaptation

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The recently released Korean film Love In The Big City‘s Upcoming drama adaptation has sparked significant controversy in South Korea.

Overview of the Movie

The movie focuses on the life of Heung Soo, a closeted gay man, and his best friend Jae Hee as they navigate the challenges of life in Seoul. As they grow closer, their friendship deepens, highlighting themes of love, acceptance, and personal struggle.

Starring Kim Go Eun and Noh Sang Hyun, the film has received a positive reception overall.

However, it was the drama adaptation which drawn the ire of certain religious groups who have initiated protests against it.

Upcoming Drama Adaptation

An eight-part drama adaptation of the film is set to premiere on October 21, 2024, featuring Nam Yoon Soo in the lead role. Following the film’s successful release, these religious groups have demanded a halt to the drama’s production, claiming that it promotes homosexuality and undermines traditional values.

The Protests

Protesters have gathered to express their discontent, with banners highlighting their grievances. One protest banner read:

“Inspect the Korea Contents Association as the Ministry of Tourism, Sports, and Culture wastes taxpayer money to support a homosexual drama!”

The demonstrators have specifically targeted CJeS Entertainment, the company involved in producing the drama, accusing them of promoting what they describe as a harmful narrative.

### Protests Erupt Over LGBTQ+ Korean Drama “Love In The Big City”

#### Overview of the Movie

The recently released Korean film **Love In The Big City** has sparked significant controversy in South Korea. The movie focuses on the life of **Heung Soo**, a closeted gay man, and his best friend **Jae Hee** as they navigate the challenges of life in Seoul. As they grow closer, their friendship deepens, highlighting themes of love, acceptance, and personal struggle. 

Starring **Kim Go Eun** and **Noh Sang Hyun**, the film has received a positive reception overall. However, it has also drawn the ire of certain religious groups who have initiated protests against its upcoming drama adaptation.

#### Upcoming Drama Adaptation

An eight-part drama adaptation of the film is set to premiere on **October 21, 2024**, featuring **Nam Yoon Soo** in the lead role. Following the film's release, these religious groups have demanded a halt to the drama's production, claiming that it promotes homosexuality and undermines traditional values.

#### The Protests

Protesters have gathered to express their discontent, with banners highlighting their grievances. One protest banner read:

> “Inspect the Korea Contents Association as the Ministry of Tourism, Sports, and Culture wastes taxpayer money to support a homosexual drama!”

The demonstrators have specifically targeted **CJeS Entertainment**, the company involved in producing the drama, accusing them of promoting what they describe as a harmful narrative.

#### Netizen Reactions

The protests have sparked a wave of reactions from netizens, many of whom are critical of the religious groups’ stance. Comments shared on social media platforms like **theqoo** reflect a mix of frustration and mockery towards the protesters:

- “Go out and work at least. They’re acting up so much. Look at how they’re flailing around trying to move backwards when the world is moving forward.”
- “I didn’t know about the drama, only the movie with Kim Go Eun, but I found out about it through the protest. They’re more like promoters for it…”
- “F*ck them. I’m also Christian, but God said to leave people alone and told us to love our enemies. Why are they not following it? Tsk tsk.”
- “If you become homosexual from watching a movie, then you’d become a zombie from watching Kingdom LOL.”

These comments illustrate a notable shift in public sentiment, as many netizens express their support for the LGBTQ+ community and challenge the narrative presented by the protesting groups.

#### Conclusion

The protests surrounding **Love In The Big City** reflect ongoing societal tensions regarding LGBTQ+ representation in media. As the drama adaptation approaches its premiere date, it remains to be seen how these developments will unfold and how they will impact the audience's reception of both the film and its upcoming series.

Keep an eye on VvipTimes, and allow notifications from us to let you know the latest developments about the LGBTQ+ drama “Love In The Big City.”

Netizen Reactions

The protests have sparked a wave of reactions from netizens, many of whom are critical of the religious groups’ stance. Comments shared on social media platforms like theqoo reflect a mix of frustration and mockery towards the protesters:

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  • “Go out and work at least. They’re acting up so much. Look at how they’re flailing around trying to move backwards when the world is moving forward.”
  • “I didn’t know about the drama, only the movie with Kim Go Eun, but I found out about it through the protest. They’re more like promoters for it…”
  • “F*ck them. I’m also Christian, but God said to leave people alone and told us to love our enemies. Why are they not following it? Tsk tsk.”
  • “If you become homosexual from watching a movie, then you’d become a zombie from watching Kingdom LOL.”

These comments illustrate a notable shift in public sentiment, as many netizens express their support for the LGBTQ+ community and challenge the narrative presented by the protesting groups.

The protests surrounding Love In The Big City reflect ongoing societal tensions regarding LGBTQ+ representation in media. As the drama adaptation approaches its premiere date, it remains to be seen how these developments will unfold and how they will impact the audience’s reception of both the film and its upcoming series.

Keep an eye on VvipTimes, and allow notifications from us to let you know the latest developments about “Love In The Big City Drama adaptation.”

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