# Doctor X drama sparks controversy over Gwangju Uprising depiction

A South Korean drama faces political backlash for depicting the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. A National Assembly petition demands a halt to its broadcast and a review of its production. The petition has reached 100 supporters.

https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3372238/south-korean-drama-doctor-x-triggers-fresh-row-over-gwangju-uprising-depiction

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Created: 2026-10-29T23:58:17.133800+00:00

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Original source: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3372238/south-korean-drama-doctor-x-triggers-fresh-row-over-gwangju-uprising-depiction