Actors IU and Byeon Woo-seok truly awakened viewers' flutter cells with a sweet transgression that broke taboos.
On the 25th, the MBC Friday-Saturday drama Perfect Crown (written by Yoo Ji-won, directed by Park Jun-hwa·Bae Hee-young) episode 6 recorded 11.3% in the Seoul metropolitan area and 11.2% nationwide (Nielsen Korea), achieving the distinction of ranking first among all Saturday programs. Nationwide and 2054 ratings set a personal record, and particularly the scene in which Seong Hee-ju (played by IU) makes a direct confession to Grand Prince IAAN (played by Byeon Woo-seok), saying "do whatever you want," delivered a dopamine-exploding ending by reaching a peak minute rating of 13.4%. The record for episode 7, which will air Friday, May 1 at 9:40 p.m., 10 minutes earlier than usual, is already a point of curiosity.
The highlight of the broadcast that day was undoubtedly Grand Prince IAAN's shocking move. On the Naejin-yeon stage, where everyone was watching, Grand Prince IAAN took out a ring that was a memento of his mother, Empress Dowager Uihyeon (played by Kim So Hyun), and proposed to Seong Hee-ju. Surprised by the unexpected proposal, Seong Hee-ju responded with a bright smile, and after receiving King Yi Yun's (played by Kim Eun ho) instant permission, the two finally became an officially recognized royal engaged couple.
But their romance was not all smooth. To successfully complete the 'contract marriage,' they secretly drew up a contract and bickered, which gave viewers unexpected laughs.
At a moment of crisis, Seong Hee-ju's 'driver' side shone. When Queen Dowager Yoon I-rang (played by Gong Seung-yeon) uttered rude remarks toward Grand Prince IAAN at a meal, Seong Hee-ju did not hold back; she grabbed Grand Prince IAAN's hand and pulled him from the table.
What she prepared was none other than a yacht date. Seong Hee-ju's reassuring promise, "If we get married, I'll take care of everything in front of the house," moved not only Grand Prince IAAN but also viewers' hearts. The couple's visuals, enjoying freedom on the yacht away from the strict rules of the royal household, were like a photo spread.
At the end of the broadcast, in an intimate atmosphere, Grand Prince IAAN kissed Seong Hee-ju and conveyed his sincere feelings. Seong Hee-ju also carefully pulled him closer, and their affectionate kiss capped an epic ending. Putting many taboos behind them and focusing solely on each other, the couple's romantic transgression played a major role in driving up ratings.
[Photo] Perfect Crown video capture
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