Park Bo Gum’s ‘Ugly’ Transformation In When Life Gives You Tangerine Sparks Heated Debate Over Korean Beauty Standards
Director Reveals How Park Bo Gum Transformed Into Gwan Sik(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Park Bo Gum is currently receiving a lot of love for his ongoing drama When Life Gives You Tangerine. He plays the role of a Jeju resident, Gwan Sik, a stubborn and iron-willed man who stands by his childhood love through thick and thin. The actor, known for portraying “green flag” characters, once again won hearts with her incredible performance in this hit Netflix series. In addition, his heart-fluttering chemistry with Iu also earned global praise. However, a recent interview revealing how the creators attempted to make him “ugly” has sparked massive backlash. In particular, international fans are furious, once again starting the conversation about the toxic beauty standards in the Korean entertainment industry.
According to reporter Kim Min Hwa of Conrad Seoul, the director of When Life Goves You Tangerine, Park Bo Gum’s charming face...
Park Bo Gum is currently receiving a lot of love for his ongoing drama When Life Gives You Tangerine. He plays the role of a Jeju resident, Gwan Sik, a stubborn and iron-willed man who stands by his childhood love through thick and thin. The actor, known for portraying “green flag” characters, once again won hearts with her incredible performance in this hit Netflix series. In addition, his heart-fluttering chemistry with Iu also earned global praise. However, a recent interview revealing how the creators attempted to make him “ugly” has sparked massive backlash. In particular, international fans are furious, once again starting the conversation about the toxic beauty standards in the Korean entertainment industry.
According to reporter Kim Min Hwa of Conrad Seoul, the director of When Life Goves You Tangerine, Park Bo Gum’s charming face...
- 3/25/2025
- by Moupriya Banerjee
- KoiMoi
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