Controversy Over Assault Scene in The World of the Married Leads to 19+ Viewing Rating Decision

'The World of the Married' main poster/Photo by JTBC

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] The JTBC drama "The World of the Married," which sparked controversy due to violent scenes, will be broadcast with a 19+ age rating starting from the second act.

JTBC Studio announced on the 23rd, "From episode 9, airing on the 24th, until the final episode 16, 'The World of the Married' will be broadcast with a 19+ age rating."

They explained, "The 19+ age rating was decided to portray the escalating conflicts among the characters more realistically."

The production team of "The World of the Married" stated, "In the second act, which marks a turning point, the psychological battle between Ji Sun-woo (played by Kim Hee-ae) and Lee Tae-oh (played by Park Hae-joon) intensifies again. The changes in the intertwined relationships of the characters on a completely different stage, as well as their confrontations and conflicts, will unfold more intimately."

They added, "We humbly acknowledge the concerns raised about the previous broadcasts and will carefully consider them during the remaining production process. We sincerely thank the viewers who have been loyal to 'The World of the Married' and ask for your continued support and love."

Previously, in episode 8 aired on the 18th, the drama received criticism from viewers for provocative and violent direction in a scene where a male assailant breaks into Ji Sun-woo's home and assaults her.

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