Overview

• The exchange occurred Aug. 30 at the Venice world premiere of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, where Elordi paused to sign autographs and pose for photos.
• Video captured him saying, "Don't ever tell me what to do," to a festival employee after stating he would take a picture in that spot.
• The clip, posted by TikTok user @mancrushdaily, is the primary source and the poster described Elordi as "so nice" and taking photos with everyone he could.
• Reaction on social media was split, with some calling the remark rude and others defending both the actor and the staffer’s role.
• No official comment has been issued by Elordi’s representatives, as the film continues its festival run after a roughly 13-minute standing ovation and heads to theaters Oct. 17 before Netflix on Nov. 7.