The recourse derives from the casting of Lee Jung-Jae and Lim Ji-Yeon as the main couple, with many who criticize the significant age gap between the two actors, claiming that it could hinder the immersion in history.
Aired in the second half of this year, “Mean Love” follows the history of entertainment (played by Lim Ji-Yeon). The drama is written by the writer “Doctor Cha” Jung Yeo-Rong and directed by Kim Ga-Ram of “Good Partner”.
Lee Jung-Jae (52) and Lim Ji-Yeon (34) are both under the same agency, the company of artists. However, with an 18 -year -old difference, many spectators feel they are not corresponding as a romantic guide.
Lim Ji-Yeon has consolidated his career with consecutive successes such as “The Glory” and “The Tale of Lady OK”. Lee Jung-Jae, known globally for “Squid Game” and various other works, is also a very respected actor. Despite their individual successes, their mating as the protagonist left the spectators skeptical. It does not matter how skilled the production team and the cast, such a great age gap can make it difficult for spectators to dive into history.
Recently, romantic dramas with actors of similar age groups have gained popularity. In “Love Scout”, Han Ji-Min (42) and Lee Joon-Hyuk (40) sound a couple with only one age of two years, improving the realism of the show. In the same way, “Motel California” is played by Lee Se-Young (31) and Na In-Woo (29), whose similar ages contribute to a natural chemistry. Spectators tend to find a romanticism between the most recognizable and more engaging actors.
The main audience for romantic dramas are women, many of whom look to experience an idealized love story that is difficult to find in real life. Drams like “Love Scout” with Lee Joon-Hyuk and “Lovely Runner” with Byoon Woo-Seok have gained popularity because their protagonists share realistic chemistry with their co-protagonists. Strengthening a balance between fantasy and credibility is crucial in this genre and an 18 -year age difference risks interrupting this balance.
Some Netizen wonders why such a large age -old casting choice was made when there are many actors suitable for available age. Even by two shots released, criticism like “Isn’t he young enough to be his daughter?” AND “There is no chemistry at all“They emerged.
Since romantic dramas are strongly based on natural chemistry and the immersion of the public, the impact of this choice of casting cannot be overlooked. It remains to be seen how “Mean Love” will face these concerns, attracting attention to the direction of the production team and on the narrative approach.
