A controversial South Korean drama about a teacher's romantic relationship with a 12-year-old student was abruptly canceled after massive public backlash. The show, The Elementary School Student I Love, was based on a webtoon and had just been announced before critics slammed it for glorifying grooming and endangering child safety. The uproar highlights the tension between creative storytelling and ethical responsibility in media.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a show getting axed—it’s a flashpoint in the broader debate over how far fiction should go when tackling harmful real-world issues. South Korea’s media industry is huge, but this backlash shows audiences won’t tolerate stories that blur the line between drama and exploitation, especially when kids are involved. It’s a warning to creators: some topics need more sensitivity than shock value.