Why Is Omniscient Reader: The Prophet Getting Trolled By Netizens? (Photo Credit – Instagram)
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Omniscient Reader: The Prophet is one of the most anticipated and talked-about movies from the Korean film industry in recent times. Featuring a stellar cast consisting of Lee Min Ho, Ahn Hyo Seop, Jisoo, Chae Soo Bin, Shin Seung Ho, and Nana, the movie is an adaptation of a webtoon named Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint by Sing N Song.
Ahn Hyo Seop plays Kim Dok Ja, an office goer who ardently follows the webnovel Three Ways to Survive in a Ruined World. He is the only one who also knows how the novel is ending. His fate changes when his reality transforms to that of the web novel. He and the web novel’s lead, Yoo Jung Hyeok (played by Lee Min Ho), set out to discover hidden secrets and set things straight in the dystopian world.
Ahead of the movie’s theatrical release in South Korea, some leaked clips surfaced online. Fans were quick to react to the snippets, expressing disappointment over the lacklustre CGI. The clip also brought attention to the cinematography, which looked like a comic commercial. Fans also commented on the stark difference between Kim Dok Ja’s personality in the webtoon and the movie. Ahn Hyo Seop, who became the talk of the town after his successful English voice-over debut in KPop Demon Hunters, is also being criticised for his unfavourable delivery.
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“I can’t stop laughing. most of the reviews talk about how bad the cgi, script, and acting are but i was not prepared for how amateur the cinematography looks. is this the director’s first movie?? why is this shot like an advertisement??? it literally looks like a comedy skit,” another said.
i can’t stop laughing 😭 most of the reviews talk about how bad the cgi, script, and acting are but i was not prepared for how amateur the cinematography looks
is this the director’s first movie?? why is this shot like an advertisement??? it literally looks like a comedy skit 💀 pic.twitter.com/oIxQdgGjL3
“This has to be a prank. Ain’t no way that’s the movie,” a third commented.
This has to be a prank. Ain’t no way that’s the movie
— Zakiel-EN ✨ Demon lord vtuber (@ZakielenVt) July 20, 2025
A fourth user said, “KIM DOKJA IS NOT KIM DOKJA-ING??? WHY IS AHS’ EXPRESSIONS LIKE THAT??? kdj is all assertive and smug in this scene despite getting choked, not scared shitless ong why he keep on twitching while talking to yjh bro”
KIM DOKJA IS NOT KIM DOKJA-ING??? WHY IS AHS’ EXPRESSIONS LIKE THAT??? kdj is all assertive and smug in this scene despite getting choked, not scared shitless ong why he keep on twitching while talking to yjh bro https://t.co/Lvl5h1YLl5pic.twitter.com/vjJQCsljv2
Fans also compared a scene of Omniscient Reader: The Prophet to that from the drama Start Up. Some even joked that it looks like an advertisement for a cringeworthy product marketed the loudest, with a swag and flair that is completely out of place.
“why does this look like that scene from kdrama “start up” where nam joohyuk’s character is just screaming MONEYYYYYYYYYY”
Other Controversies Around Omniscient Reader: The Prophet
This is not the first time that The Omniscient Reader: The Prophet has faced controversy. According to ScreenRant, the movie has undergone several creative changes since its development. Scenes from the original webtoon were changed in the film, and the actors were trolled and criticised for their roles. Fans of BLACKPINK member Jisoo also demanded a boycott of the film, claiming that the K-pop idol was removed or sidelined from promotional materials.
The early reviews for the film are in, and several South Korean media outlets expressed their frustration over the unfaithful adaptation of a beloved webtoon. The movie adaptation had the potential to score big numbers; however, the directorial changes and other issues have damaged the movie’s reputation. It remains to be seen how the audience decides on the movie’s fate in the near future.
You can check out the teaser trailer for The Omiscient Reader: The Prophecy here:
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