IU and Byeon Woo-seok’s hit K-drama Perfect Crown is now facing massive backlash in South Korea over historical distortion accusations. Here’s a simple explanation of the controversy, the petition demanding removal of the drama, and whether the series is actually getting cancelled.

Perfect Crown has many viewers wondering whether South Korea still has a king, queen, or royal family in modern times. Here’s the real history behind the drama’s monarchy setting and how South Korea’s government actually works today.

If you love Perfect Crown for its royal romance and modern monarchy setting, here are 5 K-dramas like Goong, My Princess, and The King 2 Hearts that offer similar palace drama, power struggles, and emotional storytelling.