What Is Ji Chang-Wook’s Queen Woo K-Drama Costume Controversy?

What Is Ji Chang-Wook’s Queen Woo K-Drama Costume Controversy?

As a long-time fan of period K-dramas and someone who has spent countless hours researching and appreciating the intricate details of traditional Korean costumes, I must admit that I was initially taken aback by the costumes seen in the trailers for Queen Woo. However, upon further investigation, I understand the production team’s decision to create a unique vision for this “chase action historical drama.”


The upcoming period action K-drama titled “Queen Woo” features stars Ji Chang-Wook and Jeon Jong-Seo. This drama is scheduled to air on TVING starting August 29, 2024. However, before its release, there has been a stir surrounding the costumes of the characters that were displayed in trailers released by the streaming platform, sparking controversy.

The debate emerged after viewers from the trailer noticed and criticized the costumes of Queen Woo, commenting that they appeared to reflect a stronger Chinese aesthetic rather than the traditional Korean hanbok style, as reported by OSEN.

Queen Woo K-drama hanbok controversy explained

In my gaming world, I’m always eager to dive into new K-dramas, and Queen Woo was one I was looking forward to. However, upon seeing the trailer for this historical series on TVING, I noticed a bit of a buzz that caught my attention. It seems the costumes in Queen Woo have sparked controversy among viewers. They argue that these outfits lean more towards Chinese aesthetics rather than the traditional Korean Hanbok.

On August 7th, 2024, the crew responsible for the original K-drama series on TVING issued a formal announcement addressing the costume debate concerning historical inconsistencies.

In my gaming world, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of “Empress Woo,” a thrilling historical drama that breathes life into real-world figures from our past. To ensure authenticity, we consulted with experts using verified historical documents and records as a foundation. From there, we let our imaginations run wild to fill in the gaps where history leaves off, crafting an unprecedented genre I like to call a ‘chase action historical drama.’ So, fellow gamers, get ready for an unforgettable journey into the annals of time!

Apart from Ji Chang-Woo, Jeon Jong-Seo, and Kim Mu-Yeol, the following actors are also part of the cast: Jung Yu-Mi, Park Ji-Hwan, Jeon Bae-Soo, Lee Soo-Hyuk, and more.

Queen Woo airs on TVING on August 29, 2024.

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2024-08-07 20:11