What was Yoo Yeon Seok accused of saying?

In a 2016 promotional interview, Yoo Yeon Seok stated that women who dress modestly signal disinterest in men, and he pointed out co-star Moon Chae Won's conservative style, implying it hurt her dating life. The clip has since resurfaced amid casting news for The Perfect Lie.

When does The Perfect Lie premiere?

The drama is scheduled to premiere on October 9, 2026 on MBC. No OTT streaming partner for international distribution has been officially confirmed yet.

Has Yoo Yeon Seok responded to the controversy?

No. Neither Yoo Yeon Seok nor MBC has issued a public statement addressing the resurfaced clip or the resulting boycott calls as of the time of this writing.

The Perfect Lie MBC Drama Faces Boycott Over Resurfaced Yoo Yeon Seok Misogyny Remarks

International fans are calling to boycott MBC's The Perfect Lie as a 2016 clip of lead Yoo Yeon Seok making sexist remarks resurfaces. MBC has not commented.

Clurky•Jun 26, 2026•5 min read•2 views

Promotional art for The Perfect Lie K-drama featuring Yoo Yeon Seok and Seo Hyun Jin — Promotional art for MBC's The Perfect Lie starring Yoo Yeon Seok and Seo Hyun Jin, whose October premiere is drawing international backlash. Image: Koreaboo

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