Popular actor Lee Sun Kyun, known for his role in the critically acclaimed 'My Mister' and for his part in the Oscar-winning film 'Parasite,' has found himself at the centre of a drug-related controversy. On October 20, Lee Sun Kyun's agency, HODU&U Entertainment, confirmed his involvement in a drug investigation, causing significant disruptions in the filming of his upcoming K-drama 'No Way Out.'
Scheduled to commence filming for 'No Way Out' on October 21 and 22, Lee Sun Kyun was set to play a pivotal role in the thrilling K-drama, which had already begun its initial shoot. However, the unexpected drug allegations surrounding the actor left the production team in a bind. They had already embarked on the filming process, and Lee Sun Kyun's inability to immediately join the ongoing shoot due to the controversy posed a major setback.
'No Way Out' is a suspenseful thriller centred around the conflict between those seeking to kill and those striving to survive after a staggering 20.0 billion KRW (approximately 14.8 million USD) public murder bounty is announced in response to the release of a dangerous criminal. Lee Sun Kyun was cast as Baek Jung Shik, a police officer entrusted with the responsibility of protecting citizens from these perilous criminals. The series also boasts an ensemble cast of accomplished actors, including Yoo Jae Myung, Yum Jung Ah, Kim Mu Yeol, and Lee Kwang Soo.
Given the allegations and reports revolving around the Parasite star, it is highly probable that the production company will need to find a replacement for his character in order to continue with the filming process.
The drug abuse scandal that has embroiled Lee Sun Kyun and other prominent celebrities became public knowledge recently. While several clues pointed toward Lee Sun Kyun, it was his agency, HODU&U Entertainment, that ultimately confirmed his involvement. In response to the allegations, the agency issued an official statement explaining that they are presently verifying the accuracy of the accusations against Lee Sun Kyun. They also declared their commitment to full cooperation with any ongoing investigations.
Intriguingly, the drug abuse case extends beyond just celebrities and reportedly involves third-generation chaebols, individuals from wealthy business families or conglomerates, and various others, according to the Incheon Police.
Furthermore, the agency revealed that Lee Sun Kyun had been the target of defamation and threats from a particular individual connected to the case. They explained that the actor had consistently faced defamation and threats from this individual and had filed a complaint with the investigating agency. The agency assured fans that they would provide updates through their legal representative and emphasised their determination to take strong action against the dissemination of false information through malicious or harmful posts.
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