The fallout from IU and Byeon Woo-seok’s scandal escalates rapidly in Perfect Crown.
In Episode 3 of MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama Perfect Crown, airing April 17, Prince Ian (Byeon Woo-seok) takes decisive action to protect Sung Hee-joo (IU), who becomes the target of aggressive public backlash following their dating rumors.
The controversy began when the two were reported entering the same hotel, igniting speculation of a romantic relationship. Given Ian’s immense public popularity, the impact intensifies, drawing widespread attention and scrutiny.
For Hee-joo, the situation quickly turns hostile. Having previously endured harassment during a past relationship, she once again faces a wave of online abuse and physical intimidation, including egg-throwing incidents. One scene captures her confronting a group of high school students responsible for the attack, heightening tension under a charged nighttime setting.
Amid the chaos, Ian undergoes a visible shift. After accepting Hee-joo’s proposal of a contract marriage, he begins to act with greater resolve. Rather than remaining passive, he steps forward with an unexpected and bold move aimed at shielding her from further harm.
His actions are expected to disrupt the rigid order within the royal household, signaling a break from convention and a willingness to challenge established boundaries.
As public pressure mounts and personal stakes deepen, Episode 3 positions the scandal not as a fleeting controversy, but as a catalyst for both character transformation and escalating conflict.
Reported by News Culture M.J._mj94070777@nc.press
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