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Doctor X Controversy: Kim Ji-Won's Netflix K-Drama Faces Cancellation Petition Despite High Ratings
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What Happened?
Kim Ji-won's K-Drama Doctor X is facing a petition for cancellation due to its controversial portrayal of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. Despite high ratings, the episode has sparked significant backlash.
Key points
- Doctor X premiered on Netflix on October 9 and quickly gained popularity.
- Episode 6, aired on October 24, sparked controversy over its depiction of the Gwangju Uprising.
- The National Assembly petition demands an investigation into the episode's production.
- Despite the backlash, Doctor X achieved a 19.5% nationwide rating for Episode 6.
- The petition has gathered over 100 endorsements, but no suspension has been ordered yet.
Key insights
- The petition could lead to increased scrutiny of historical representations in media.
- Viewers' mixed reactions indicate a divide in public perception of historical narratives.
- The show's success may be overshadowed by ongoing public debates about its content.
Why it matters
The controversy highlights the challenges of integrating historical events into popular media.
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Kim Ji-won· PersonDoctor X· ProductGwangju Uprising· EventNational Assembly· OrganizationSouth Korea· CountryNetflix· Company
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Times Now
