
Whenever IU and Byeon Woo Seok share a kiss, the ratings go up.
In MBC’s ‘Perfect Crown,’ the duo’s romance is quickly becoming a “ratings cheat code.” Every major emotional moment between their characters has been met with a noticeable spike in viewership.


Episode 3 recorded 9.0% nationwide ratings, with the wall kiss scene peaking at 12.7%. The momentum continued in Episode 6, which hit a new high of 11.2%, while the yacht kiss scene soared to 13.4% at its peak. Nicknamed the “Titanic kiss” by viewers, the scene quickly went viral for its cinematic visuals and strong chemistry.
Fans are reacting enthusiastically, with comments like “The chemistry is insane” and “The mood alone carries the scene.”
With back to back viral moments, ‘Perfect Crown’ is already building a reputation for delivering one of the most talked about romance arcs of the year.
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