Posters for "Perfect Crown," left, and "Joseon Exorcist" / Courtesy of MBC and SBS
The controversy surrounding MBC drama “Perfect Crown” is continuing to grow even after the series finale, with historians and public figures criticizing what they describe as repeated historical distortions in Korean fantasy dramas.
The series, originally titled “21st Century Grand Prince’s Wife” in Korean, ended May 16 with its highest viewership rating at 13.8 percent. It also found major global success on Disney+, where it reportedly became the most-watched Korean series worldwide within a month of its release.
But instead of celebrating the ratings, online discussion has increasingly focused on alleged historical inaccuracies and symbolism viewed by some as diminishing Korea’s sovereignty.
A scene from "Crown Prince" / Courtesy of MBC
