5 Cringy “Bedroom” Scenes in K-Dramas and Movies

K-Dramas and movies are known for their intense emotional moments and sizzling chemistry between leads. However, not every intimate scene hits the mark. Some intended-to-be sexy moments can end up being awkward and cringe-inducing, leaving viewers uncomfortable. Here are five recent cringe-worthy bedroom scenes that viewers could have done without.

1. A Killer Paradox

In "A Killer Paradox," Choi Woo Shik stars as a college student who accidentally kills someone in a moment of anger. To rid himself of his guilt, he attempts to have sex but is plagued by visions of his victim. This scene is particularly awkward because the character is fully clothed during the act, and his visible discomfort makes the whole situation feel forced and unnatural. Instead of delivering a steamy moment, it leaves viewers cringing at the bizarre and unsettling scenario.

2. Parasite

The critically acclaimed film "Parasite" by Bong Joon Ho includes a notorious couch sex scene that was designed to be uncomfortable. In this scene, the Kim family unwillingly becomes voyeurs to the rich Park couple pretending to be poor during their intimate act. The scene’s intentional awkwardness, with the Kim family hiding under the table, adds to the overall tension and discomfort. While it serves a narrative purpose, it remains a cringeworthy moment that viewers can’t easily forget.

3. The Worst Of Evil

Set in the 1990s, "The Worst Of Evil" follows undercover police infiltrating a criminal organization. One particularly cringy scene involves Lee Hae Ryeon, a drug distributor played by BIBI, forcing kisses on undercover cop Park Jun Mo/Kwon Seung Ho, portrayed by Ji Chang Wook. The non-consensual nature of the kiss and its over-the-top execution left many viewers with mixed feelings, making it one of the most awkward scenes in recent memory.

4. Marry My Husband

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Based on the webtoon, "Marry My Husband" features Park Min Young as a woman who discovers her husband’s infidelity and gets a chance to go back in time. In a particularly awkward scene, her future husband, played by Lee Yi Kyung, attempts to seduce her after stepping out of the shower. His cringe-worthy attempts at seduction fall flat, creating one of the most uncomfortable bedroom scenes ever. The lack of chemistry and the forced nature of the seduction make it hard to watch.

5. The Modelizer

Although not a K-movie, "The Modelizer" includes a memorable cringy scene featuring 2PM’s Nichkhun. In one scene, Nichkhun and his friend engage in group sex with two women while having a casual conversation. The lack of passion and the bizarre nature of the conversation during such an intimate moment makes the scene feel awkward and unsexy. It’s a prime example of how forced dialogue and poorly executed intimacy can lead to a cringe-worthy moment.

While K-Dramas and movies often excel at creating memorable and steamy scenes, sometimes the execution falls short, resulting in cringe-worthy moments that leave viewers feeling uncomfortable. These five scenes are prime examples of how intimate moments can go wrong, reminding creators of the delicate balance required to make such scenes effective and engaging.