The Issue
Support the Cast and Responsible Corrections of Perfect Crown. Protect the Hard Work of the Cast and Crew!
To MBC Broadcasting Network, Disney+ Management, and the Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC)
We, the international and domestic fans of the MBC drama Perfect Crown, are launching this petition to express our deep respect for traditional Korean culture, while firmly standing in support of keeping the drama accessible across global VOD and OTT platforms. We strongly believe that total removal or broadcast bans would be an unjust punishment for a team that has already demonstrated immense accountability.
1. Full Accountability Has Already Been Taken
We acknowledge and validate the concerns raised regarding the cultural and historical implications of the coronation sequence in Episode 11. However, we want to highlight that the production team and creators did not ignore the public.
The immediate and thorough response from Director Park Jun-hwa demonstrates a profound respect for Korean history and the concerns of the public. By swiftly removing and correcting the controversial segments, editing out the coronation audio, and adjusting subtitles for VOD and streaming versions, the director and production team have shown that they hold the integrity of their nation's heritage in the highest regard, proving their commitment to responsible storytelling. Furthermore, lead actors IU and Byeon Woo-seok have issued humble, deeply sincere personal apologies, taking full moral responsibility for elements far beyond an actor's creative control.
2. Preserving the Artistic Integrity and Hard Work of the Cast and Crew
Perfect Crown is the result of months of grueling labor by hundreds of staff members, crew, and a dedicated cast who poured their hearts into delivering an exceptional cinematic experience. Banning the broadcast or completely erasing the show from streaming services invalidates the hard work of innocent crew members and actors who had no say in props, scripts, or historical consulting decisions.
3. The Importance of Preserving Access to the Series
As a united community of domestic and global viewers, our love for K-dramas stems from a deep admiration for Korean storytelling and culture. Perfect Crown achieved immense success and brought joy to millions of viewers worldwide. Deleting the show from platforms like Disney+ and VOD services punishes the entire audience who simply wish to enjoy the artistic performances, growth, and high-quality production of this series in its corrected form.
We respectfully urge MBC, Disney+, and cultural authorities to reject calls for a total broadcast ban or permanent erasure of Perfect Crown. The necessary corrections have already been implemented responsibly. We ask that you protect the artistic contributions of the cast and crew, allow the drama to remain streaming globally in its edited form, and recognize that the mistakes have been met with genuine reflection, respect, and correction.
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Sutradara drama MBC #PerfectCrown 'Park Joon Hwa' akhirnya buka suara soal kritikan akting dua pemeran utamanya, Byeon Woo Seok dan IU, serta kontroversi distorsi sejarah. Ia mengaku merasa sangat bersalah karena para aktor ikut menerima kritik tajam, padahal menurutnya mereka hanya menjalankan arahan yang ia berikan.
Soal kritik akting IU yang dianggap terlalu berlebihan, sutradara menjelaskan bahwa itu memang arahannya. Ia ingin karakter Hui Ju terlihat sangat ambisius, emosional, dan punya sisi dramatis supaya terasa seperti tokoh utama di komik romantis. Menurutnya, jika dimainkan terlalu realistis, karakter itu malah akan terasa dingin dan membuat drama jadi membosankan. Ia merasa IU berhasil membuat karakter yang awalnya tampak keras menjadi lebih hidup dan manusiawi.
Sementara itu, Byeon Woo Seok dikritik karena ekspresinya dianggap terlalu datar. Namun sutradara mengatakan ia memang meminta Wooseok menahan emosi karena karakter pangeran seharusnya terlihat tenang dan tidak mudah menunjukkan perasaan. Ia ingin perubahan emosinya muncul perlahan setelah jatuh cinta, sehingga perkembangan karakter terasa lebih kuat di akhir cerita. Menurutnya, tatapan mata dan aura sedih Byeon Woo Seok sudah sangat cocok dengan karakter pangeran yang kesepian dan penuh beban.
Sutradara juga mengungkapkan bahwa Byeon Woo Seok sebenarnya sempat mencoba menunjukkan sisi emosi yang lebih beragam saat syuting, tetapi justru ia sendiri yang meminta agar tetap ditahan demi menyesuaikan konsep karakter. Karena itu, ia merasa kritik yang diterima para aktor seharusnya menjadi tanggung jawabnya juga sebagai sutradara.
Di akhir wawancara, sutradara kembali menegaskan bahwa banyak hal yang dipermasalahkan penonton sebenarnya merupakan hasil keputusan dan arahannya sendiri. Karena itu, ia merasa para aktor tidak pantas menanggung semua kritik sendirian.
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#ByeonWooSeok singing a surprise ost for Perfect Crown and it immediately climbed to Melon's top searches with Byeon Wooseok at #1 and Byeon Wooseok Parallel lines at #5. Everyone has longer for his ost voice😭🔥
[Ahn Hyo Seop 💿 Khalid ]
안효섭 배우가 멀티 플래티넘 아티스트 Khalid와 함께 오는 5월 22일 싱글 ‘Something Special’을 발매합니다.
🎧 주요 글로벌 음원 플랫폼에서 발매 전 미리 저장할 수 있는 Pre-save가 진행 중입니다 .
#AHNHYOSEOP#SOMETHINGSPECIAL#Khalid
When you’re just trying to maintain your dignity but your pants have other plans. 😅 Things go from awkward to hilarious real quick for #AhnHyoSeop.
Watch all the episodes of #LoversOfTheRedSky on #Viki."
“Perfect Crown” ranks at #1 (+6) as this week’s Top TV-OTT Drama, with 38,57% search responses on Good Data.
It also occupies the entire Top 10 most-searched terms Dramas-related, with IU at #4.