Singer and actress IU has apologized for the various controversies surrounding the drama 'Perfect Crown', in which she starred.

Although she did not mention specific situations directly, she revealed the emotional burden she had to bear as the lead actress, from the debates over her acting skills raised early in the broadcast to the historical accuracy controversies that arose in the latter half. Although the series concluded spectacularly, breaking its own viewership records day after day, she shed tears over the heavy sense of responsibility she felt as the lead actress.

IU said, “Everything you say has a reason, and I must accept it,” adding, “If there are areas where I fall short, please scold me and push me harder. Then I will listen more and become a better person.” She then bowed deeply at a 90-degree angle to her fans to apologize.

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1. The media play is insane

2. Last night, to celebrate her birthday, she held an event where he rented out a movie theater and watched the finale of the drama he stars in live alongside UENAs.

Since this was the first time she had spoken out about the controversy, she appeared to be fully aware of the situation

 - If there's anything I did that was lacking or disappointing, I take full responsibility without making excuses. It's my fault, and I should have done better. I'm sorry.

- I've been thinking a lot lately, and I've come to realize that I need to approach everything with a greater sense of responsibility.

- I believe there's a valid reason behind everything people say, so I think I need to accept all of it.

- That's why I want my fans to tell me if I'm lacking in any way, to scold me and push me, so I can become a better person.

- I want to show only my good side, but I keep falling short and showing my flaws, so I'm truly sorry. I'll try harder.

3. "Tear" where? ã…‹

4. This is scary

5. Where...? That wasn't an apology for the 'Perfect Crown', was it?

6. I'm so tire of her media play now

7. Media play doesn't work anymore~

8. But she didn't even cry;

9. Huh? I saw people elsewhere saying that IU apologized while crying, so I thought she personally stepped up and gave a public apology, but it looks like they just turned what she said to fans at yesterday's group screening into an article. I don’t think I saw anything yesterday about her crying though;;

10. I mean, interacting with fans at a fan meeting is different from making an official statement. She didn't even cry, what "tearful apology"ã…‹ã…‹. It must be even more disappointing since the show ended with a peak rating of just 13%

11. She never apologized. What is this?

12. What is this fake news?

13. She never cried, not did she apologize. What the heck is this?



[theqoo] IU'S STATEMENT
"Hello.

This is IU, who played the role of Seong Hee-ju in 'Perfect Crown'.

Over the past few days, I have carefully read every single comment left by our viewers.

As the lead actress of this production, I feel deeply sorry for failing to demonstrate a sense of responsibility and causing such great disappointment; my heart is still very heavy.

I deeply reflect on and sincerely apologize for approaching my acting without giving deeper thought to the various historical accuracy issues in the drama that you pointed out, there is no excuse for this.

Since this was a work that aimed to capture the traditional beauty of Korea through imagination rooted in our unique history, I am ashamed of myself for failing to read the script more carefully and study it more thoroughly as an actress. I did not properly recognize the potential issues in advance. I am truly sorry.

I would like to thank everyone who watched the show until the very end and did not hesitate to share their thoughts.

I will always keep in mind the valuable criticism and feedback you have sent me, and I pledge to approach future projects with a more careful and thorough attitude. Once again, I am truly sorry."

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1. It might be a bit awkward since she's so popular in China,
but I respect her courage to admit her mistake and post an apology.
If a top celebrity like IU shows this kind of remorse, wouldn't it serve as a wake-up call for the entertainment industry?

2. I was really disappointed, but I get it, and since you've apologized like this, that's enough. I just hope you'll show us that you've improved through your future actions, as you said... And please, let's just scrap the project

3. She's only apologizing now that the controversy grew so big. Just stop already

4. What is the issue then? Write it down clearly when apologizing

5. Ok, let's scrap the whole show now

6. The apology isn't enough, but let's start by scrapping it

7. ã…‹ã…‹ã…‹

8. Jieun-ah...ã… ã…  IU, fighting, I'll always support you

9. Only by destroying all video content, including the script collection and OTT platforms, can a sincere apology for this entire situation be considered complete. Anyone can offer empty apologies

10. We've already seen all the media play you did so...