Some cameos leave a lasting mark on viewers. Just like that, Song Hye Kyo’s brief role in the K-drama Genie, Make a Wish, starring Kim Woo Bin and Bae Suzy, has created massive buzz and excitement online. Videos and photos of her scenes have gone viral on all social media platforms. But did you know that she didn’t even charge for her role in the show? If not, read on to know all about her kind gesture.
Song Hye Kyo Flew To Dubai Just For A Free Cameo In Genie, Make A Wish
Song Hye Kyo’s entry in Genie, Make A Wish, left all the viewers surprised. They went gaga over her gorgeous visuals and couldn’t stop talking about it. But there’s something special about her cameo. As per reports, she joined the show without any fee. Yes, you read it right! Since Song Hye Kyo worked with writer Kim Eun Sook on dramas like Descendants of the Sun and The Glory, she made this decision out of pure loyalty.
The actor travelled all the way to Dubai just to shoot her parts. During the filming, Song Hye Kyo got connected with the main lead, Bae Suzy. And well, their bond is visible online. They often like each other’s posts on Instagram. After finding out about their bond, fans are hoping for more joint projects in the future.
For the unversed, reports reveal that it’s Song Hye Kyo’s first cameo role.
On the other hand, the series faced strong criticism from some viewers early on. One online user felt upset from the start over how the story used the idea of Iblis, a figure from Islamic beliefs. In that religion, Iblis represents total evil.
Therefore, turning it into a romance felt disrespectful. Another viewer said that they were excited to watch the show but got disappointed after the plot shifted and turned Iblis into a love interest.
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For them, it’s an insult to their Islamic values. So, even though Song Hye Kyo’s cameo garnered immense buzz online, the majority of reactions to the K-drama are negative.
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