Squid Game's Lee Jung Jae Sparks Outrage over Age Gap

In a stunning turn of events, the lead actors of tvN's upcoming K-Drama, *Nice To Not Meet You*, Lee Jung Jae and Lim Ji Yeon, have found themselves in hot water after fans expressed shock at their significant age difference. The first photos of the duo together were released during their initial script reading session, and it quickly escalated into a heated debate.

Age Gap Raises Eyebrows Among Fans

One viral tweet highlighted that when Lee Jung Jae was 20, Lim Ji Yeon was just two years old—prompting many to label their pairing as awkward at best. Online communities have been ablaze with comments criticizing their chemistry, or rather lack thereof, with some harshly stating they appear more like a father-daughter duo than romantic leads.

Viewer Reactions: ‘Total Miscast’

Comments on social media were rampant, with users noting, "They look like father and daughter" and questioning, "Is the age gap between the characters supposed to be huge too?" Some viewers flatly declared their intent to boycott the show, expressing frustration over the mismatch.

More Than Just an Age Thing?

Critics also turned their attention to the casting choices for the supporting roles, noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s first love character is also over a decade younger than Lee Jung Jae. Some wondered if the show's producers were prioritizing agency connections over audience appeal, given that Lee Jung Jae is not only the lead but also CEO of the talent agency managing Lim Ji Yeon.

Fans Demand Change as Show Approaches Premiere Date

As anticipation builds for *Nice To Not Meet You*, set to premiere in the latter half of 2025, viewers are left questioning whether they can overlook the glaring age disparity. Many are calling for a reconsideration of casting decisions in a genre that traditionally thrives on age-appropriate romances.

Will the backlash impact the show's viewership? Only time will tell as it approaches its release.