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Netflix’s ‘Genie, Make a Wish’ splits viewers: charming fantasy or childish flop?
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Korea Times News
Netflix’s highly anticipated fantasy rom-com “Genie, Make a Wish” landed just in time for Korea’s long Chuseok holiday — but audience reactions couldn’t be more divided.
A star-studded fantasy with sky-high expectationsReleased in full, Oct. 3, “Genie, Make a Wish” tells the story of Genie, a lamp genie who awakens after a thousand years of sleep, and Ga-young, an emotionally detached woman.
As the two navigate three life-changing wishes, the series blends fantasy, romance, and comedy over 13 episodes.
Directing controversy fuels debateBehind the scenes, “Genie, Make a Wish” faced production turbulence that may have contributed to the mixed reception.
Despite the backlash and controversy, “Genie, Make a Wish” continues to attract significant attention thanks to its A-list cast, big-name writer and holiday timing.