The romantic-comedy South Korean drama Perfect Crown starring IU and Byeon Woo Seok has garnered widespread acclaim and broken multiple streaming records. However, the series had recently sparked controversy for the historical distortion in certain parts, which has led to an apology from the team. Moreover, the upcoming scriptbook of the series has also been planned to be revised.<h2>Details of historical distortion of show Perfect Crown</h2>The production team of the MBC (written by Yu Ji-won, directed by Park Jun Hwa and Bae Hwa Young, planned by Kang Dae Sun, and produced by MBC and Kakao Entertainment) issued an apology on the 16th through the official website, stating, “We sincerely apologise to all who have watched the drama with affection for causing concern over issues related to world-building and historical accuracy."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/singer-byeon-woo-seok-era-actor-to-sing-final-ost-for-k-drama-perfect-crown-1778492955061">Singer Byeon Woo Seok era? Actor to sing final OST for k-drama Perfect Crown</a>&nbsp;“We have taken to heart the viewers' criticism that the scene depicting the king wearing a ‘Guryumyeonryugwan’ and subjects chanting ‘Cheonse’ during the coronation ceremony undermines Korea’s sovereign status.” They explained, “This issue arose because the production team failed to carefully examine how Joseon’s protocols evolved throughout history,” the production team said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/perfect-crown-to-portraits-of-delusion-royal-periodic-k-dramas-of-2026-you-shouldn-t-miss-1776581592362">Perfect Crown to Portraits of Delusion: Royal periodic k-dramas of 2026 you shouldn't miss</a>&nbsp;'Perfect Crown’ is both a romance and an alternate history drama. While the intersection of the fictional world and real historical contexts required careful and in-depth consideration, we lacked the effort to refine the world-building and scrutinise details more thoroughly. We humbly accept the viewers’ criticism and will promptly correct the audio and subtitles of the relevant scenes in future rebroadcasts and VOD and OTT services. We once again deeply apologise for any inconvenience caused," the team stated.&nbsp;Moving forward, the production team will strive to create works that repay the trust of our viewers with a greater sense of responsibility.”<h2>Which episode of Perfect Crown led to controversy?</h2>As per reports, in a scene in episode 15, reportedly, an emperor (king) of an independent nation is wearing a ‘Guryumyeonryugwan’—a crown symbolising a vassal lord—rather than the ‘Sibiilryugwan’ with 12 strands of jewels, and subjects are chanting ‘Cheonse’ (used when a vassal state is subordinate to an empire) instead of ‘Manse’ (the symbol of an independent nation). This sparked debates over historical distortion and the Northeast Project.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/watched-perfect-crown-yet-k-dramas-and-films-of-noh-sang-hyun-you-shouldn-t-miss-1776064311503">Watched Perfect Crown yet? K-dramas and films of Noh Sang Hyun you shouldn't miss</a>&nbsp;After the controversy escalated, the rebroadcast of Episode 11 on the afternoon of the 16th omitted the chanting of "Cheonse", drawing attention.<h2>All about Perfect Crown</h2>Perfect Crown is set in an alternate-reality modern-day South Korea that operates as a constitutional monarchy. The 12-episode drama follows Seong Hui-ju (IU), an ambitious chaebol heiress and commoner, and Grand Prince I-an (Byeon Woo-seok), who navigate political intrigue and forge a strategic contract marriage.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/are-you-human-to-the-my-lovely-journey-7-must-watch-k-dramas-of-gong-seung-yeon-1777198239601">Are you Human to The My Lovely Journey: 7 Must-watch k-dramas of Gong Seung Yeon</a>&nbsp;The show is helmed by Park Joon-hwa, best known for directing massive hits like Alchemy of Souls and What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? It also features Gong Seung Yeon, Yoo Su Bin, Lee Yeon and Chae Seo An. The series originally aired on the MBC network and is available to stream on platforms like Disney+ in select regions.

The team of the South Korean drama Perfect Crown has apologised for the historical distortion which had sparked controversy recently. The series stars IU and Byeon Woo Seok in lead roles.

The romantic-comedy South Korean drama Perfect Crown starring IU and Byeon Woo Seok has garnered widespread acclaim and broken multiple streaming records. However, the series had recently sparked controversy for the historical distortion in certain parts, which has led to an apology from the team. Moreover, the upcoming scriptbook of the series has also been planned to be revised. Details of historical distortion of show Perfect Crown The production team of the MBC (written by Yu Ji-won, directed by Park Jun Hwa and Bae Hwa Young, planned by Kang Dae Sun, and produced by MBC and Kakao Entertainment) issued an apology on the 16th through the official website, stating, “We sincerely apologise to all who have watched the drama with affection for causing concern over issues related to world-building and historical accuracy." Also Read: Singer Byeon Woo Seok era? Actor to sing final OST for k-drama Perfect Crown “We have taken to heart the viewers' criticism that the scene depicting the king wearing a ‘Guryumyeonryugwan’ and subjects chanting ‘Cheonse’ during the coronation ceremony undermines Korea’s sovereign status.” They explained, “This issue arose because the production team failed to carefully examine how Joseon’s protocols evolved throughout history,” the production team said. Also Read: Perfect Crown to Portraits of Delusion: Royal periodic k-dramas of 2026 you shouldn't miss 'Perfect Crown’ is both a romance and an alternate history drama. While the intersection of the fictional world and real historical contexts required careful and in-depth consideration, we lacked the effort to refine the world-building and scrutinise details more thoroughly. We humbly accept the viewers’ criticism and will promptly correct the audio and subtitles of the relevant scenes in future rebroadcasts and VOD and OTT services. We once again deeply apologise for any inconvenience caused," the team stated. Moving forward, the production team will strive to create works that repay the trust of our viewers with a greater sense of responsibility.” Which episode of Perfect Crown led to controversy? As per reports, in a scene in episode 15, reportedly, an emperor (king) of an independent nation is wearing a ‘Guryumyeonryugwan’—a crown symbolising a vassal lord—rather than the ‘Sibiilryugwan’ with 12 strands of jewels, and subjects are chanting ‘Cheonse’ (used when a vassal state is subordinate to an empire) instead of ‘Manse’ (the symbol of an independent nation). This sparked debates over historical distortion and the Northeast Project. Also Read: Watched Perfect Crown yet? K-dramas and films of Noh Sang Hyun you shouldn't miss After the controversy escalated, the rebroadcast of Episode 11 on the afternoon of the 16th omitted the chanting of "Cheonse", drawing attention. All about Perfect Crown Perfect Crown is set in an alternate-reality modern-day South Korea that operates as a constitutional monarchy. The 12-episode drama follows Seong Hui-ju (IU), an ambitious chaebol heiress and commoner, and Grand Prince I-an (Byeon Woo-seok), who navigate political intrigue and forge a strategic contract marriage. Also Read: Are you Human to The My Lovely Journey: 7 Must-watch k-dramas of Gong Seung Yeon The show is helmed by Park Joon-hwa, best known for directing massive hits like Alchemy of Souls and What's Wrong with Secretary Kim? It also features Gong Seung Yeon, Yoo Su Bin, Lee Yeon and Chae Seo An. The series originally aired on the MBC network and is available to stream on platforms like Disney+ in select regions.

The team of the South Korean drama Perfect Crown has apologised for the historical distortion which had sparked controversy recently. The series stars IU and Byeon Woo Seok in lead roles.

Perfect Crown: Team of South Korean drama apologises for historical distortion

South Korean model-turned-actor Byeon Woo Seok is currently basking in the success of the latest show Perfect Crown, starring alongside singer and actor IU. Agency Kakao Entertainment made an official announcement that Byeon Woo Seok will be lending his voice for the final OST of the popular series.<h2>Netizens' reaction to Byeon Woo Seok singing the final OST of Perfect Crown</h2>Kakao Entertainment took to their official Instagram account and announced that Byeon Woo Seok&nbsp;personally participated in the final OST for MBC's drama Perfect Crown. Along the poster of him, the caption read, "Kakao Enter PICK – 21st Century's Grand Military Lady OST, Introducing Heartwave's You Keep Me Here!"&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/perfect-crown-to-portraits-of-delusion-royal-periodic-k-dramas-of-2026-you-shouldn-t-miss-1776581592362">Perfect Crown to Portraits of Delusion: Royal periodic k-dramas of 2026 you shouldn't miss</a>&nbsp;Fans flooded the social media platforms to hear Byeon Woo Seok's singing and for his own featured drama. One user wrote, “Finally another OST and this time it’s truly sung by #Byeonwooseok, not a fictional.” What a lovely voice he has! Why am I crying?"&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/watched-perfect-crown-yet-k-dramas-and-films-of-noh-sang-hyun-you-shouldn-t-miss-1776064311503">Watched Perfect Crown yet? K-dramas and films of Noh Sang Hyun you shouldn't miss</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Finally another OST and this time it’s truly sung by <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Byeonwooseok?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Byeonwooseok</a>, not a fictional. What a lovely voice of him, why am I crying? 🥹 <a href="https://t.co/eWhWvPJBGL">https://t.co/eWhWvPJBGL</a>&mdash; meeirra 💕 (@meeirraaa) <a href="https://twitter.com/meeirraaa/status/2053120414118039737?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 9, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another user wrote, "Byeon Woo Seok is the final artist for the Perfect Crown OST! Kakao Entertainment confirmed his track will be released on May 15."&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/are-you-human-to-the-my-lovely-journey-7-must-watch-k-dramas-of-gong-seung-yeon-1777198239601">Are you Human to The My Lovely Journey: 7 Must-watch k-dramas of Gong Seung Yeon</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Byeon Wooseok is the final artist for the Perfect Crown OST! Kakao Entertainment confirmed his track will be released on May 15th. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PerfectCrown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PerfectCrown</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ByeonWooSeok?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ByeonWooSeok</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%EB%B3%80%EC%9A%B0%EC%84%9D?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#변우석</a> <a href="https://t.co/0H8aokmDvM">pic.twitter.com/0H8aokmDvM</a>&mdash; lee ahn’s diary📔 (@leeahn_diary) <a href="https://twitter.com/leeahn_diary/status/2053641151677374556?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 11, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>All about Perfect Crown</h2>Perfect Crown is all about how a romance unfolds between a wealthy commoner woman in Korea and&nbsp;a powerless royal man. Apart from Byeon Woo Seok and IU, the South Korean drama also stars Lee Yeon, Gong Seung Yeon, Noh Sang Hyun, Yoo Su Bin, among others.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/perfect-crown-iu-byeon-woo-seok-s-new-teaser-sparks-fan-frenzy-watch-1773319747075">Perfect Crown: IU-Byeon Woo Seok's new teaser sparks fan frenzy | Watch</a>&nbsp;The television series is written by Yoo Jin Won and directed by Park Joon Hwa and Bae Hee Young. Due to its high popularity, a 30-chapter prequel web novel launches on Kakao Page in May 2026, focusing on the characters' high school years.&nbsp;

Byeon Woo Seok, currently seen in the show Perfect Crown alongside IU, will be reportedly lending his voice for the final OST. Read to know more. 

South Korean model-turned-actor Byeon Woo Seok is currently basking in the success of the latest show Perfect Crown, starring alongside singer and actor IU. Agency Kakao Entertainment made an official announcement that Byeon Woo Seok will be lending his voice for the final OST of the popular series. Netizens' reaction to Byeon Woo Seok singing the final OST of Perfect Crown Kakao Entertainment took to their official Instagram account and announced that Byeon Woo Seok personally participated in the final OST for MBC's drama Perfect Crown. Along the poster of him, the caption read, "Kakao Enter PICK – 21st Century's Grand Military Lady OST, Introducing Heartwave's You Keep Me Here!" Also Read: Perfect Crown to Portraits of Delusion: Royal periodic k-dramas of 2026 you shouldn't miss Fans flooded the social media platforms to hear Byeon Woo Seok's singing and for his own featured drama. One user wrote, “Finally another OST and this time it’s truly sung by #Byeonwooseok, not a fictional.” What a lovely voice he has! Why am I crying?" Also Read: Watched Perfect Crown yet? K-dramas and films of Noh Sang Hyun you shouldn't miss

Byeon Woo Seok, currently seen in the show Perfect Crown alongside IU, will be reportedly lending his voice for the final OST. Read to know more.&nbsp;

Singer Byeon Woo Seok era? Actor to sing final OST for k-drama Perfect Crown

From Love in the Big City to Pachinko, Noh Sang Hyun has been part of films and shows that established his acting career in the South Korean showbiz industry. 

From Love in the Big City to Pachinko, Noh Sang Hyun has been part of films and shows that established his acting career in the South Korean showbiz industry.&nbsp;

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South Korea's much-anticipated show Perfect Crown, directed by Park Joon Hwa and Bae Hee Young, will be releasing soon, and they are eager to see the bond of lead couple IU and Byeon Woo Sook. Much to the excitement of fans, the makers have dropped the teaser of the series showcasing the intense chemistry between the duo.<h2>Netizens' reaction to Perfect Crown teaser</h2>The teaser showcases Seong Hee Ju (played by IU), the second daughter of the renowned chaebol family in the country, who has almost everything, including beauty and intelligence, but her commoner status becomes an obstacle in her life. To gain royal status, she decides to get married to Prince Yian (played by Byeon Woo Seok), the second son of the King. How their fate changes after they meet forms the main crux of the story.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/why-did-heesung-leave-k-pop-boy-band-enhypen-agency-issues-statement-fans-react-1773284124723">Why did Heesung leave k-pop boy band ENHYPEN?</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center">Ito na ba yung tinatawag nilang &quot;royal standards&quot;? 👑✨ IU, sa&#39;yo lang lahat &#39;yan? 🥹 Catch <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IU?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IU</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ByeonWooseok?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ByeonWooseok</a> in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PerfectCrown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PerfectCrown</a>. Coming soon to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DisneyPlusPH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DisneyPlusPH</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/21%EC%84%B8%EA%B8%B0?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#21세기</a> 대군 부인 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kdrama?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kdrama</a> <a href="https://t.co/gzzLflrO0W">pic.twitter.com/gzzLflrO0W</a>&mdash; Disney+ Philippines (@disneyplusph) <a href="https://twitter.com/disneyplusph/status/2031884125234217145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Soon after the teaser was unveiled, fans couldn't contain their excitement and shared their views on social media platforms. One user wrote, "I am obsessed! Come faster April 10!".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center" data-conversation="none">I am obsessed! come faster April 10!!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PerfectCrown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PerfectCrown</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IU?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IU</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%EC%95%84%EC%9D%B4%EC%9C%A0?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#아이유</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BWS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BWS</a>&mdash; Sung Hee Joo (@BuinDaegun54308) <a href="https://twitter.com/BuinDaegun54308/status/2031893889007960205?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Another user wrote, "Yeah, that's right!!Becomes his wife, never divorce, marry for real, and make lots of babies."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/oscar-2026-presenters-nicole-kidman-pedro-pascal-jimmy-kimmel-in-new-list-1773282759412">Oscar 2026 presenters: Nicole Kidman, Pedro Pascal, Jimmy Kimmel in new list</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center" data-conversation="none">Yeah, that&#39;s right!!! Became his wife; never divorce, marry for real, and make lots of babies!! 😋&mdash; el eyೀ (@luvseunhyuk) <a href="https://twitter.com/luvseunhyuk/status/2031900514473165237?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote>
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"It looks so good! I can't wait", wrote the third user.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/dhurandhar-s-fa9la-singer-flipperachi-cancels-his-debut-appearance-in-india-here-s-why-1773280599678">Dhurandhar's FA9LA singer Flipperachi cancels his debut appearance in India</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center" data-conversation="none">It looks soooo good! I can’t wait!!&mdash; DD_BWS 📮👑 (@Dy_BlueBWS) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dy_BlueBWS/status/2031911044117864851?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 12, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>All about Perfect Crown</h2>Perfect Crown is a romantic comedy drama based in a modern South Korea that operates under a constitutional monarchy. It focuses on a contract marriage between a chaebol heiress and a royal prince, a lonely being who struggles with politics and many more.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/nicole-kidman-is-doing-all-right-after-separation-from-keith-urban-i-was-in-my-shell-1773293456446">Nicole Kidman is doing all right after separation from Keith Urban: 'I was in my shell'</a>&nbsp;Apart from IU and Byeon Woo Seok, the shows will also star Noh Sang Hyun, Gong Seung Yeon, Yoo Su Bin, Lee Yeon and Chae Seon An, among others.&nbsp;

The makers have unveiled the teaser of Perfect Crown featuring IU and Byeon Woo Seok. The South Korean show will premiere on April 10. 

South Korea's much-anticipated show Perfect Crown, directed by Park Joon Hwa and Bae Hee Young, will be releasing soon, and they are eager to see the bond of lead couple IU and Byeon Woo Sook. Much to the excitement of fans, the makers have dropped the teaser of the series showcasing the intense chemistry between the duo. Netizens' reaction to Perfect Crown teaser The teaser showcases Seong Hee Ju (played by IU), the second daughter of the renowned chaebol family in the country, who has almost everything, including beauty and intelligence, but her commoner status becomes an obstacle in her life. To gain royal status, she decides to get married to Prince Yian (played by Byeon Woo Seok), the second son of the King. How their fate changes after they meet forms the main crux of the story. Also Read: Why did Heesung leave k-pop boy band ENHYPEN?

The makers have unveiled the teaser of Perfect Crown featuring IU and Byeon Woo Seok. The South Korean show will premiere on April 10.&nbsp;

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