Replying to Khaya • Jan 7, 2025
Title When the Phone Rings
and seriously I’m starting to get sick of this first it was shooting stars now this why can’t they just stick…
Early in the series, there is a scene where the main character, Gong Tae-sung, is shown doing volunteer work in Africa. This segment was criticized for portraying Africa with outdated and offensive stereotypes, such as showing the continent as entirely impoverished and relying on foreign aid. Many viewers found this depiction disrespectful and reductive.