Tag: Busan International Film Festival

Categories
FEATURES K-DRAMA LATEST STORIES

Lee Je Hoon’s Company Shares Update on ‘Taxi Driver’ Star’s Health

Lee Je Hoon recently made headlines after he was unable to host the 28th Busan International Film Festival due to an emergency surgery. Since then, the “Taxi Driver” star‘s agency has shared a health update to assure fans about the actor’s well-being.

COMPANY ON Shares Lee Je Hoon Health Update Following ‘Taxi Driver’ Actor’s Emergency Surgery

On October 17, it was reported that actor Lee Je Hoon recently underwent emergency surgery at a hospital in Seoul, followed by a two-week inpatient treatment to address his condition of ischemic colitis.

According to Lee’s management agency, he was rushed to the hospital late at night on October 1 due to severe abdominal pain. Medical examinations revealed an issue with his colon, and he was diagnosed with ischemic colitis, a condition characterized by a sudden reduction in blood flow to the large intestine. The severity of this condition can vary among individuals, but the associated complications can pose significant risks to the patient’s health.

As a result of this unexpected health crisis, Lee Je Hoon had to withdraw from his role as the host of the opening ceremony of the 28th Busan International Film Festival, which took place on October 4, 2023. He also had to temporarily halt filming for his upcoming MBC drama “Chief Inspector: The Beginning” which is scheduled to air next year.

The emergency surgery that took place on October 1 reportedly extended into the early hours of the morning but was ultimately successful in addressing his condition. After receiving subsequent rounds of treatment, Lee Je Hoon’s health is said to be recovering rapidly. The actor was discharged from the hospital last week and is currently focusing on his recuperation at home. His agency, COMPANY ON, emphasized that Lee Je Hoon’s health remains their top priority, and once he is fully healed, he will resume work on his projects.

Categories
K-DRAMA LATEST STORIES

‘Taxi Driver’ Star Lee Je Hoon Unable to Host Busan International Film Festival Due to Emergency Surgery

Lee Je Hoon can no longer attend the 28th Busan International Film Festival’s opening ceremony. The “Taxi Driver” star was recently rushed to the hospital for an emergency surgery and is recovering. In addition to that, Lee’s agency confirmed that his other upcoming attendances will be cancelled.

Lee Je Hoon Hospitalized Due to Severe Stomach Pain

A spokesperson from Lee Je Hoon’s talent agency COMPANY ON disclosed that he had been rushed to the hospital on the evening of October 1 due to severe stomach pain. After medical evaluation, Lee Je Hoon was diagnosed with ischemic colitis, a condition characterized by temporarily reduced blood flow to a section of the large intestine. Subsequently, he underwent emergency surgery, which extended into the early hours of the morning. At present, he is in the process of recuperating in the hospital.

“Lee Je Hoon went to the hospital on the night of [October] 1 due to severe abdominal pain, and he was diagnosed with ischemic colitis. He received emergency surgery early on [October] 2,” the company’s statement read.

It continued, “Thankfully the surgery was successful, and he is currently recovering at the hospital. We will have to watch the progress of his recovery, but he will probably have to be hospitalized for about a week.”

Unfortunately, this unforeseen medical situation necessitates his withdrawal from hosting duties at the 28th Busan International Film Festival‘s opening ceremony. Lee Je Hoon was scheduled to co-host the opening ceremony with Park Eun Bin on October 4. In his absence, Park Eun Bin will carry out the hosting responsibilities as the sole MC.

Furthermore, Lee Je Hoon’s health setback will also prevent him from attending the 2023 Buil Film Awards, scheduled for October 5. His dedicated fans are undoubtedly sending their best wishes for his swift and complete recovery during this challenging period.

“We feel very apologetic to the Busan International Film Festival and the Buil Film Awards,” his agency said in a statement.

Categories
KPOP NEWS LATEST STORIES

Sulli’s Posthumous Film To Be Screened At Busan International Film Festival

Sulli’s final project will finally be released. It has been confirmed that part of what was originally conceived as “Persona: Sulli” will be screened at the 28th Busan International Film Festival. In addition, the late actress’ posthumous film will feature her final interview which was originally recorded back in 2019.

Sulli Posthumous Film ‘Dear Jinri’ To Screen At Busan International Film Festival

On September 5th, Senior Programmer Nam Dong Chul participated in the virtual press conference for the 28th Busan International Film Festival, where he revealed an array of exciting details. During the event, he unveiled the list of invited films, highlighted major upcoming events, and introduced special guests. A significant revelation was the premiere of the documentary film “Dear Jinri” which contains the final moments and an exclusive interview with the late Sulli, marking its debut at the festival.

“Dear Jinri” is a feature-length documentary that intimately captures the daily concerns and inner reflections of the renowned actor and artist, Sulli, known by her real name, Choi Jinri, at the age of 25. The documentary takes the form of a candid interview, offering viewers a unique insight into the thoughts and emotions that occupied Sulli’s world.

Notably, “Dear Jinri” is set to have its global premiere as part of the Documentary Showcase featured within the Wide Angle section at the 28th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). This year’s BIFF is scheduled to unfold over a span of ten days, commencing on October 4th and concluding on October 13th. The festival will then take place in the vibrant setting of the Busan Cinema Center, promising a rich and diverse cinematic experience for attendees.

‘Persona: Sulli’ To Be Released In Korea In Late 2023

On September 6th, Mystic Story, the production company behind “Persona: Sulli,” officially confirmed that the film is scheduled for release in the latter half of this year and unveiled a captivating main poster. “Persona: Sulli” is a two-part endeavor, consisting of the short feature film “4: Clean Island,” with Sulli in the leading role, and the feature-length documentary film “Dear Jinri.” Film enthusiasts can then anticipate a powerful cinematic experience as they delve into the world of the late icon.

Originally conceived as ‘Persona: Sulli,’ this project was initially intended to be part of the second season of the ‘Persona’ anthology series. This innovative series spotlights one actor as the inspiration for five distinct short films, each directed by a different filmmaker. The first season, centered around IU, premiered in 2019 and garnered widespread acclaim. The second season featuring Sulli was initially reported to stream on Netflix.

On October 14, 2019, SULLI’s brother found her dead in her house in Seongnam. The “Real” actress had reportedly committed suicide by hanging herself. She was 25 years old.

Exit mobile version