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My Korean Boyfriend , Netflix’s new docu-reality show, premiered on January 1st, 2026, and quickly garnered mixed reviews. The show follows Brazilian women who travel to South Korea to live out their K-drama fantasies and explore long-distance relationships with Korean men. While some found the premise interesting, others cringed at the awkward interactions between the couples.
Many viewers shared feelings of second-hand embarrassment due to the stilted and uncomfortable conversations on the show. One viewer admitted they couldn’t finish two episodes because the interactions felt forced, especially when one of the “handsome” men repeatedly asked awkward questions like “Do you have any allergies?” Fans also noticed that the men struggled to keep conversations going, which only added to the awkwardness.
Credit: Online Community
Credit: Online Community
While cultural differences and language barriers contributed to the awkwardness, some viewers appreciated the show’s more realistic approach. Instead of casting only attractive men, My Korean Boyfriend featured “average” guys, which many saw as a welcome change from the usual dating show formula. “It’s good to see average Asian men get representation,” one fan noted.
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