Netflix’s Korean romantic-comedy series Dynamite Kiss has generated mixed reactions, with attention focused on lead actress Ahn Eun-jin’s office attire, which some viewers found inappropriate for a workplace setting.
In recent episodes, Ahn Eun-jin’s character faces her superior, played by Jang Ki-yong, wearing a backless cardigan and a very short skirt—a look suggested by her character’s mother. Social media users quickly criticized the outfit as unrealistic and overly revealing for an office environment. Some viewers even compared the scene to a fan meet-and-greet rather than a professional workplace encounter.
Comments ranged from playful mockery to serious critiques of the costume design. One viewer asked, “Has the wardrobe team ever worked in an office? Why is only the female lead dressed like this while others wear normal clothes?” Others speculated that the styling was meant to fit a common romantic-comedy trope: the attractive secretary or female lead whose appearance justifies the male lead’s instant infatuation.
Despite acknowledging Ahn Eun-jin’s striking appearance, many viewers felt her outfit undermined the professional tone expected in workplace scenes.
Dynamite Kiss tells the story of a young woman struggling to find stable employment. To secure a job at a children’s products company, she pretends to be a married mother, only to discover that her department head is a former short-term love interest from Jeju Island.
Unlike recent rom-coms criticized for adding dark elements such as murder, terminal illness, or family tragedies, Dynamite Kiss has been praised for staying true to the lighthearted spirit of the genre. The series focuses on misunderstandings, romantic developments, and comedic moments, reminiscent of classic early-2000s Korean rom-coms such as Coffee Prince and Stairway to Stardom.
On Reddit, discussions on the r/kdramas forum reflect the divided audience reaction, with some defending the series as a faithful example of a rom-com, while others remain critical of its visual and narrative choices. For viewers seeking relief after heavier, emotionally intense dramas like Dear X or When Life Gives You Tangerines, Dynamite Kiss provides a refreshing and lighthearted alternative.
Sources: Netizenbuzz