‘My Dearest’s’ Daesang at Baeksang Arts Awards Questioned by Many for THIS Reason

Namgoong Min and Ahn Eun Jin's "My Dearest" won Daesang at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards. Despite the recognition, people are criticizing the drama for THIS reason.

Namgoong Min's 'My Dearest' Receives Backlash Following Baeksang Win

Familiar faces and new names received new titles at the 2024 Baeksang Arts Awards. However, despite the list of winners from actors, films, and dramas, the prestigious event faced various controversies. 

Among them, many are questioning the Daesang-winning series "My Dearest."

MBC's "My Dearest" indeed was a hit in 2024, however, K-Netz expressed their sentiments over the new-award-winning series. In an online community the qoo, many pointed out that the historical-romantic drama copied the content of the famous film "Gone With the Wind."

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In particular, the drama was accused of plagiarizing and the discussion online already attracted more than 50,000 views after the award ceremony concluded. 

'My Dearest' Accused of Plagiarizing 

According to reports, "My Dearest" main protagonists are said to have many similarities to those in "Gone With The Wind." Gil Chae (played by Ahn Eun Jin) is the daughter of a noble family who often flirts with other men and plays with their feelings. It has been said that it was similar to the film's character Scarlett. 

The male protagonist, Jang Hyun (played by Namgoong Min) opposes war because he does not think they will win, and has no interest in marriage but ends up falling in love with Gil Chae.

His character was also said to be similar to the "Gone With the Wind" male lead, Rhett. Moreover, some scenes in the series were also copied from the film. 

'My Dearest' to Possibly Get Sued 

For clarification, the "My Dearest" team already addressed the issue before. Screenwriter Hwang Jin Young stated in one of her interviews:

"I felt pressured when writing a drama about romance in war. I read 'Gone With The Wind' to find a way to make the story more appealing and romantic. Watching the movie, the audience doesn't pay attention to war and they only remember the leads' love story. I've never hidden the fact that I got inspiration from GWTW."

Hwang Jin Young also confirmed that most of the characters were inspired by the film and claimed "My Dearest" as a remake of it. 

Despite her explanation, netizens were not satisfied with what she said because she only revealed it after the issue arose. 

According to the source, there's a possibility that "My Dearest" may get sued for plagiarizing "Gone With the Wind." Baeksang's committee and "My Dearest" team have not yet responded to the said accusation. 

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Shai San Miguel wrote this.