Why was Studio PPURI deleted from the Solo Leveling anime credits?

Studio PPURI, the animation studio that created the opening sequence for the Solo Leveling anime, has faced severe criticism and consequences for its actions. The studio was accused of inserting hidden messages that insulted Korean men in several of its works. This sparked a huge outcry from the Korean online community, who demanded that the studio be punished.

As a result, D&C Media, the publisher of the Solo Leveling webtoon and anime, decided to erase Studio PPURI’s name from the credits of the anime. The current credits no longer show any trace of the studio’s involvement in the animation.

This image shows the Korean online community’s displeasure with Studio PPURI’s actions. Source: Twitter

Was the punishment too harsh for Studio PPURI?

Some might argue that the removal of Studio PPURI from the credits was too harsh, considering the historical and cultural tensions between Korea and Japan. Solo Leveling is not the only webtoon or manga that portrays Japan in a negative light, as many fantasy works often depict conflicts and rivalries between the two countries. Solo Leveling itself has several episodes that show the Japanese nation in a bad light (in the context of the story).

Therefore, Studio PPURI’s actions could be seen as a form of satire or parody, rather than a serious offense. However, the Korean online community did not see it that way, and reacted strongly to what they perceived as an insult to their national pride. Perhaps the adaptation of Solo Leveling into an anime heightened their expectations and sensitivity to every detail of the production.

What will happen to the Solo Leveling anime in the future?

The controversy over Studio PPURI’s actions has raised questions about the future of the Solo Leveling anime, especially when it comes to the portrayal of Japan. Will the publisher and the production studio stick to the original story, or will they make changes to avoid offending the Japanese audience? If they choose the former, they might face backlash from the Japanese fans, but if they choose the latter, they might lose the support of the Korean fans. It is a difficult situation to navigate, and the fate of the Solo Leveling anime hangs in the balance.