Genie, Make A Wish Twitter review: Fool or genius? Netizens cannot decide what to feel for Kim Woo-bin, Suzy's much-awaited K-Drama

Although Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy's Genie, Make A Wish has some really good moments, a few Muslim netizens have rejected the K-Drama - Find out why

Genie, Make A Wish

Kim Woo-bin and Suzy's much-awaited K-Drama Genie, Make A Wish is finally out on OTT but the series has left netizens vastly divided in opinion. The show has found itself in the midst of controversy owing to a leading character name, but is also receiving praises for a few references. Of course, Song Hye-kyo's cameo in the series helps, but to what extent? Here's what netizens feel about the latest offering...

Kim Woo-bin's character name leaves netizens disturbed

The main reason why a few netizens have not been able to move forward with Genie, Make A Wish is Kim Woo-bin's character name. The genie on the show is named Iblis. Unfortunately, the name is associated with Satan in Quran. This makes the romantic plot rather unwatchable for the netizens who follow practice Islam. The same has caused unease among some of the viewers who did not shy away from expressing their thoughts about the show.

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Song Hye-kyo's cameo does not disappoint

Song Hye-kyo is associated with Genie, Make A Wish in more ways than one. Her cameo on the show is loved, but there is also a reference which Kim Woo-bin pulls off effortlessly that the netizens cannot stop talking about.

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The Heirs reference in Genie, Make A Wish

Something that the netizens were not prepared for is the reference to The Heirs in Genie, Make A Wish. The series featured the lead actors Kim Woo-bin and Suzy and the scene is recreated for Genie, Make A Wish. Nostalgia has hit hard for the viewers who understood the reference.

Apart from these, Kim Woo-bin and Suzy's romantic scenes, including passionate kisses, have the audiences hooked to the drama that is trending in many parts of the globe.

Have you seen the series yet? What do you think about it? Do let us know!

FAQs:

Q. When and where to watch Genie, Make a Wish K-drama?

A. Genie, Make a Wish is coming on Netflix on October 3, 2025.

Q. What to expect from Genie, Make a Wish K-drama?

A. The story blends classic wish-granting with modern romance as the genie, revealed to be Iblis (Satan), attempts to corrupt humans, while his newfound master, Ka-young, navigates his chaotic presence and their unexpected romance.

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