MBC Faces Backlash For Latest Move Amid “Perfect Crown” Controversy

“Disgusting sellouts.”

MBC is facing renewed backlash after its latest programming move amid the ongoing Perfect Crown controversy.

“Perfect Crown” Controversy Escalates As Koreans Now Petition For Its Complete Removal

Perfect Crown has remained controversial among Korean viewers due to criticism surrounding its fictional constitutional monarchy setting, character portrayals, and political implications. Even after the drama ended, the backlash has continued, with many netizens repeatedly calling for MBC to apologize or stop promoting the series.

However, instead of stepping back from the project, MBC has now scheduled a marathon rerun of all episodes over two days. The decision quickly drew angry reactions, with several netizens accusing MBC of being shameless.

Reruns set to run from June 3, 2026 9AM through June 4 5PM.

As reactions continued, many netizens argued that MBC’s decision made the situation worse, as it appeared to signal that the broadcaster had no intention of backing down. The backlash reflects continued frustration from viewers who feel the controversy surrounding Perfect Crown has not been properly addressed.

• Wow, they really don’t care what people think.
• Scrap it!!!!!
• Crazy.
• This is crazy.
• I said scrap it already.
• They’re proving that if you don’t apologize and just hold out, people eventually get tired, give up, and it becomes like nothing happened.
• Insane!
• Wow..
• Those lackeys… Who’s getting the rerun fees from this? Why are they airing it so often? This is seriously insane.
• Hurry up and scrap it. I’m so angry that MBC doesn’t even care what people think.
• MBC is at it again… Consistent as always. What a traitorous broadcast station.
• Disgusting sellouts.

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