Ji Hyun Woo and Lee Se Hee's K-drama, "Young Lady and Gentleman," is now gaining traction despite the criticisms it receives. In fact, many condemn "Young Lady and Gentleman" Episode 38 for being too harsh.
"Young Lady and Gentleman" Episode 38 has been a subject of heavy criticism for featuring Park Dan Dan (Lee Se Hee) being locked up by his father, Park Soo Cheol (Lee Jong Won), in her room. Here's what really happened in that scene.
Park Soo Cheol is really against his daughter's decision to date Lee Young Kook (Ji Hyun Woo). He is not just 14 years her senior. He is also a single dad who has three kids.
So to stop Park Dan Dan from going out with Lee Young Kook, Park Soo Cheol is willing to take all the measures--even the desperate ones. With that being said, he violently grabs his child and throws her in her room.
He, then, puts a lock on her door and tells his family not to open it, no matter what the reason is. His wife protests and asks if locking their child will solve everything, but it just falls on deaf ears.
The confinement continues and Park Soo Cheol explains why he did it the next day. He says during breakfast that Park Dan Dan won't listen to his words, so he puts it into action.
He even asks everyone not to give her food as making her hungry may push her to break up with Lee Young Kook. On the other hand, Lee Young Kook's kids can't help but cry when they hear Park Dan Dan is locked up in "Young Lady and Gentleman" Episode 38.
AllKpop noted that fans couldn't help but feel uncomfortable with these scenes. Viewers criticize how Park Soo Cheol and Park Dan Dan's sequence is executed, saying it is upsetting and showing the "archaic portrayal of domestic violence."
Meanwhile, despite the criticisms, it can't be denied that many love the show. In fact, it is now earning positive reviews on Google, giving heaps of praises to its storyline and cast members.
One fan said she was in love with this show and even became obsessed with it. She commended the cast for playing their respective role perfectly, adding their acting is brilliant.
Even the kids know how to convey their emotions remarkably, making the audience laugh, cry, and even cheer with them. So after "Young Lady and Gentleman" Episode 38, Episodes 39 and 40 will be out on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 5 and 6.
