Made In Korea Jung Woo Sung Acting Controversy Mars Global Disney+ Success

Is global dominance enough to silence the critics? Disney+'s new blockbuster K-Drama, Made In Korea, is finding itself at the center of a polarizing debate. While the series is sweeping across Asian charts, its lead actor Jung Woo Sung is facing a barrage of criticism for a performance many call 'distracting' and 'underwhelming' compared to his co-stars.

Made In Korea Jung Woo Sung Acting Controversy vs. Hyun Bin’s Praise

According to viewer feedback compiled from platforms like theqoo and Naver, Jung Woo Sung's portrayal of prosecutor Jang Geon Young hasn't lived up to expectations. Critics point out that his acting feels "lacking" when set against Hyun Bin's "restrained yet ambitious" performance as Baek Ki Tae. Some viewers went as far as to say that Jung Woo Sung has struggled to match the intensity of his peers since his previous hit 12.12: The Day, suggesting his visual appeal can no longer mask his acting limitations.

Dominating the Asian Market Despite Domestic Backlash

Despite the internal drama, the numbers don't lie. As of January 7, 2026, the series ranked No. 1 in Disney+'s TV Show Top 10 in Hong Kong and Taiwan. It also secured the No. 2 spot in Japan and Singapore. The overwhelming buzz suggests that the combined star power of the cast and the high-budget production is outweighing the individual critiques of its lead actor on the global stage.