Boys II Planet sparks backlash over “forced” fanservice during blindfold challenge
Boys II Planet, the sequel to Boys Planet, kicked off with a controversial clip causing waves online.
Two contestants paired in a game had to guess an object blindfolded, using their faces to feel it. This led to close contact and accidental brushing.
The issue? Fans are calling out the interaction as “forced,” not genuine. The practice of “business gay relationship” — staged same-sex fanservice — is under fire once again.
Netizens slammed the show for trying too hard:
“Even during Produce X, everyone felt uncomfortable about that, and they’re doing it again.”
“It’s too obvious, I don’t like it.”
“This isn’t something you eat because it’s spoon-fed to you — it’s something you want…”
“Back during Produce 101, people were divided over whether it was calculated or not, but this time it’s just way too obvious lol.”
The show features 154 trainees competing for 14 spots — divided evenly between Chinese and Korean members.
Boys II Planet producers have not commented on the controversy yet.
Fans are watching closely as the show unfolds, monitoring if more staged moments appear or if natural chemistry takes the spotlight.
