The Blu-ray release of Perfect crownstarring IU and Byeon Woo Seok, has been officially cancelled.
On June 15, the Blu-ray production team for MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama Perfect crown announced through its official fan café and social media accounts that plans for the Blu-ray release had been permanently cancelled.
Despite the controversy over allegations of historical distortion related to the drama, the production team had still accepted advance pre-orders from May 8 to May 18. However, persistent backlash ultimately led to the cancellation decision. At the time, the Blu-ray was priced at 259,800 won and was to be sold through Yes24.
The news of the cancellation of the Blu-ray release sparked sharply divided reactions among domestic and international fans. Korean internet users expressed disbelief, leaving comments such as: “I can’t believe they were still trying to push him.” “After all that controversy?” “The mere fact that they even considered it is shocking,” “This is ridiculous” AND “Only now?”
Meanwhile, overseas fans have expressed disappointment with the decision. Some have commented, “Please produce the Blu-ray. It’s the least they can do for those who supported the drama,” “Make it available to international fans please” “This is disappointing for global audiences,” AND “Please release the Blu-ray.”
Perfect crown was embroiled in controversy over allegations of historical distortion, leading not only the production team but also main stars IU and Byeon Woo Seok to publicly apologize to the public.
Sources: Daum
