Historical K-drama 'Joseon Exorcist' was cancelled after just two episodes. Photo: SBS
The Korean entertainment industry is on high alert for Chinese money in K-dramas after the SBS historical drama
Joseon Exorcist was cancelled after just two episodes last month.
One of the criticisms levelled at
Joseon Exorcist was that Chinese foods – such as mooncakes and Chinese-style dumplings – as well as Chinese-style sets and props were used in the drama, which was set in Korea’s Joseon Kingdom.
Although the drama was made with 100% Korean investment, the scenes touched a nerve for many Koreans, who are growing wary of cultural appropriation by China and Chinese product placements in Korean dramas.