Updated On: 14 October, 2025 03:05 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Blending romance, mythology, and philosophy, the show explores themes of good and evil, free will, and humanity. However, it sparked controversy among Muslim viewers for its portrayal of Iblis, an Islamic figure symbolising evil, as a glorified character

A still from Genie Make a Wish
Genie, Make a Wish, which stars popular actors Bae Suzy and Kim Woo-bin, was written by Kim Eun-sook, one of South Korea`s most prominent screenwriters, known for hits such as Goblin and Descendants of the Sun.
The series, which was released on Netflix in early October, narrates the tale of Jini (Kim Woo-bin), a legendary genie who awakens after a thousand years, and Ga-yeong (Bae Suzy), an emotionally detached lady who becomes involved in his fate. The drama, which combines romance, fantasy, and philosophical musings, investigates the nature of good and evil, free will, and the essence of humanity.