Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's upcoming K-drama My Dearest Nemesis lands in controversy ahead of premiere; here's why
Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook are all set to headline the upcoming drama My Dearest Nemesis, and a picture of the two kissing already generated immense buzz ahead of the drama's premiere. However, it has now been revealed that the picture was leaked without the permission of production team.
Just a few days in, 2025 is shaping up to be a good year for K-drama fans. With Love Scout, Hotel California, and The Queen Who Crowns keeping the audience hooked this month, February is poised to be an even better month, as Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's upcoming drama My Dearest Nemesis already has the internet buzzing with anticipation. However, even before its premiere, the drama has found itself mired in controversy. Scroll ahead to know more.
Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook team up for My Dearest Nemesis
K-drama fans are in for a treat as True Beauty star Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook, known for his role in Twinkling Watermelon, have joined forces for a new romantic comedy-drama titled My Dearest Nemesis. A teaser shared by the makers recently sent the internet into a collective meltdown, with drama freaks rejoicing that good old office rom-com is making a comeback.
To add to the anticipation amid the buzz, a four-cut of the lead pair sharing a romantic kiss had the internet going bonkers. However, the photo, which was alleged to be attached to a promotional poster for My Dearest Nemesis, was not shared by the drama production team and was in fact leaked without their permission.
Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook's pic gets leaked ahead of drama premiere
A few photos of Moon Ga Young and Choi Hyun Wook have been leaked without the permission of the makers. The now-viral pictures showcase the two actors in matching black outfits as they strike various romantic poses together. But it's one particular frame that's really got everyone talking¡ªa shot of the two actors sharing a kiss, which has sparked intense interest and excitement for their upcoming drama.
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¡ª daisy han (@kdramadaisy) January 14, 2025
Production team shares a statement
While fans were under the impression that the pictures were a part of a promotional strategy, they were actually posted by a fan who claimed to have spotted them in the Sinchon area. The fan posted the photos, along with a poster that included the title and premiere date of My Dearest Nemesis.
However, the drama's production team has now denied the claims that the photos were intentionally released to generate buzz. In a statement made on January 15, the agency expressed frustration with the photobooth company for leaking pictures without permission.
"This is not a promotional poster we distributed. It was uploaded by the photo booth company. It is indeed leaked, and while we can¡¯t go into details, it¡¯s part of the broadcast content," the production team said in a statement, as per Koreaboo.
About My Dearest Nemesis
My Dearest Nemesis follows Baek Soo Jung (Moon Ga Young) and Ban Ju Yeon (Choi Hyun Wook). Baek is a team leader who is haunted by her dark past, while Ban Ju Yeon is a third-generation chaebol who is struggling with his own inner demons. With a past intertwined, the duo navigates their relationship in an office setup. The drama is set to premiere on February 17.