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On September 12, 2024, a major development emerged in the ongoing dispute between MBC and tvN over the upcoming drama Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born. The drama, starring Kim Tae-ri, has become a focal point in the clash between the two broadcast channels.
MBC has reportedly filed a seizure application against the production companies involved in the project, including Studio N, Management MMM, and NPIO Entertainment. The controversy centers around allegations of unfair competition and breach of contract.
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MBC claims that it played a crucial role in the pre-production phase of Jeongnyeon, contributing to research, location scouting, and casting. However, they assert that they suffered considerable financial losses when the project was moved to tvN. MBC's complaint also includes claims of damages due to the alleged mishandling of contract negotiations and intellectual property theft.
Court grants MBC's seizure application, freezing assets of Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born co-productions
Meanwhile, MBC news posted that the Seoul Central District Court recently ruled in favor of MBC, granting the seizure application. The court's decision, which came on September 10, acknowledges MBC's claims and has led to the freezing of assets from the co-production companies involved.
The move of Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born from MBC to tvN was due to budget issues, with tvN offering more for production. MBC also lost director Jung Ji-in, known for The Red Sleeve, which adds to their challenges. The legal dispute is causing delays in the drama's release, and tvN has not yet provided a detailed response, as they review the situation. The drama's future remains uncertain as the legal battle continues.
Despite the ongoing legal battle, recent reports from the production companies of Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born indicate that the drama's broadcast schedule will proceed without any delays. This update comes as a relief to fans, following concerns that the dispute between MBC and tvN might lead to a significant postponement.
According to the companies involved, they are moving forward with the production as planned, ensuring that the series will air on time, despite the court’s ruling in favor of MBC regarding the seizure application.
The drama Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born is based on a popular webtoon and features a stellar cast including Kim Tae-ri and Shin Ye-eun. It portrays the story of Jeong Nyeon, a gifted vocalist striving to become a leading actress in post-war Korean national theater.
