“The Bedmate Game: Sharehouse”, available on the shorts platform Storyless from October 18, is a mobile-only drama series based on a romance webtoon and game. It features a unique format that combines 47 main episodes with 15 interactive episodes that allow users to choose the next storyline.
Inspired by a dating show featuring ex-lovers, the series is set in a world where the person with the highest score at the end of the day wins 100 million won (about $72,000), based on the rule that you must have a kinship with someone once a day.
With its unique format, the drama has indeed attracted the attention of a large audience. However, a recent clip from an “interview” The drama scene drew criticism for its appearance “sexual” nature.
The clip begins with Xiyeon’s character being asked what her favorite sexual position is, which the male characters then proceed to share “intimate” details about their favorite poses. Xiyeon’s character then states that she must choose one of them to have sex with.
Regarding this controversial topic, many discussions have emerged online. Below are some comments from k-netizens about Panchoa:
1. Gasp, the first guy is that dancer, right?
2. ã… ã… ã… ã… Oh no… Why is he filming things like that?
3. Aigoo…
4. She lost so much weight on her face
5. Has she always been like this…??
6. Did the girl cut her chin?
7. Her face looks so different from when she was an idol
8. Ugh, that’s disgusting
9. Isn’t Xiyeon only 24?
10. His face looks like that of someone completely different
While some fans saw no problem with the concept, many expressed shock and “disgust” on online communities. Some even commented on the change in Xiyeon’s appearance, noting that she looked drastically different from her idol days.
Xiyeon’s journey in the entertainment industry has been tumultuous. After participating in the show Produce 101 and debuting with the group PRISTIN, the group faced a sudden dissolution just two years after their debut. Of the 10 members, only 3 remained in the agency, while the other 7, including Xiyeon, parted ways.
Xiyeon’s involvement in this new “sexual” interactive drama has raised concerns among fans, who feel that this type of project is not in line with their image of her. The drama, published on the short-form platform StoryReels, has certainly sparked a polarized reaction from the public.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
