Olga Buzova used her Instagram platform to voice sharp criticism of the TV series The Boy’s Word, arguing that its portrayal implicitly endorses criminal behavior. She said the trend of imitating the show’s slang and attitudes is troubling, and she would personally prohibit her own children from watching it. Buzova emphasized that the actions of the series’ characters lead nowhere constructive, and she urged viewers to reject the idea that such conduct should be seen as acceptable or glamorous. She noted that the show is presenting a path that does not promise any real payoff, and she expressed concern that young audiences might misread the message and emulate the heroes’ choices.
According to the television host, adults with mature judgment can understand that the criminal behavior depicted among gang members in the series ultimately offers no positive outcomes. Yet she warned that younger viewers might not perceive the same consequences and could copy what they see on screen. She also argued that the program conveys guidelines that do not hold up to real life. In particular, she challenged the notion that men do not apologize, insisting that genuine strength includes admitting mistakes when wrong.
She commented on how a character named Adidas, portrayed by Ivan Yankovsky, initially seemed to be a commendable hero. Buzova remarked that even though some viewers are told that kicking or aggression is off limits, the behavior persists onscreen. She described this as propaganda that glorifies actions of little worth and called it harmful messaging for impressionable audiences.
There was prior commentary surrounding the series from others connected to the production. It was noted that the show delves into a mother’s reaction to a rape scene, a point that drew attention from viewers and critics alike. The discourse around these scenes underscores the broader questions raised by Buzova’s remarks about responsibility in depicting crime and violence on television, and how such portrayals influence youth perceptions and social norms.