“The Assassin(s)” Cancels All Scheduled Events At 2026 Busan International Film Festival

“The Assassin(s)” will no longer attend its scheduled events at the Busan International Film Festival.

On October 2, Hive Media Corp., the production company behind the film, announced that it had canceled the film’s planned Busan International Film Festival appearances.

Below is its official statement:

Hello, this is Hive Media Corp., the production company behind “The Assassin(s).”

After careful consideration and taking into account the safety of audiences and attendees, we have decided not to participate in the Busan International Film Festival Opening Ceremony or the Outdoor Stage Greeting scheduled for October 7.

After carefully reviewing the current situation surrounding the film, we made this decision to ensure everyone’s safety and allow the event to proceed smoothly. We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been looking forward to these events, and deeply appreciate your understanding.

The outdoor stage greeting for “The Assassin(s)” was originally scheduled to be attended by director Hur Jin Ho and actors Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, and Lee Min Ho.

“The Assassin(s)” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the 1974 assassination attempt that shocked South Korea.

Since its release on September 23, the film has faced controversy over allegations of historical distortion surrounding certain elements of the story.

Amid the controversy, Lee Min Ho’s “Actors House” event at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, originally scheduled for October 7, was also canceled. As a result, all official Busan International Film Festival events related to “The Assassin(s)” have now been called off.

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will kick off on October 6 and run for 10 days through October 15.

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Yim Si Wan To Host 2026 Busan International Film Festival Closing Ceremony

Actor Yim Si Wan will grace the finale of the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)!

On September 4, the Busan International Film Festival announced that Yim Si Wan has been appointed as the sole host for the closing ceremony of the 31st BIFF, which will be held this coming October.

It was previously announced that actress Kim Min Ha will be hosting the opening ceremony of the 31st Busan International Film Festival. Meanwhile, this year’s closing ceremony will feature the Busan Awards, where winners of the competitive section—newly established last year—will be announced.

Ym Si Wan, who debuted as a member of ZE:A in 2010, began his full-scale acting career with the 2012 drama “The Moon Embracing the Sun.” Since then, he has built an impressive filmography across various genres and platforms including the dramas “Misaeng: Imcomplete Life,” “Summer Strike,” and “Boyhood” as well as the films “The Attorney,” “Emergency Declaration,” and “Road to Boston.”

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will kick off on October 6 and run for 10 days through October 15. Check out the lineup of Korean drama series that will premiere at this year’s festival here.

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2026 Busan International Film Festival Announces 3 New Korean Dramas To Premiere At Event

The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has announced three highly anticipated Korean drama series that will premiere at this year’s festival!

On August 25, BIFF announced that its “On Screen” section will showcase Lee Jae Wook and Go Min Si’s Netflix series “Dead-End Job,” Disney+’s fantasy romance “The Remarried Empress,” and Son Suk Ku’s Netflix series “Road” (working title).

The “On Screen” section highlights the year’s most highly anticipated new drama series, expanding the scope and value of the cinematic experience by bringing exciting series premieres from around the world to the big screen.

“Dead-End Job” has drawn attention for its ensemble cast featuring Lee Jae Wook, Go Min Si, Kim Min Ha, and Lee Hee Joon. Directed by Kim Da Min, the series uses a suspicious part-time job as its setting to tell a story rooted in reality, blending inventive imagination with mystery.

Disney+’s highly anticipated “The Remarried Empress” is an upcoming fantasy romance that has already garnered attention for its star-studded cast, including Shin Min Ah, Ju Ji Hoon, Lee Jong Suk, and Lee Se Young. The series is directed by Jo Soo Won, who previously helmed “I Hear Your Voice” and “Thirty But Seventeen.”

“Road” is the latest series from director Han Jun Hee, whose film “Coin Locker Girl” was invited to the Critics’ Week at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, while his series “D.P.” won Best Drama in the TV category at the 2022 Baeksang Arts Awards. Starring Son Suk Ku, Nagayama Eita, Kim Shin Rok, and others, the series follows the investigation into the truth behind a cross-border serial murder mystery.

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will take place from October 6 to 15.

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Moon Geun Young, Ko A Seong, And Kim Si Ah Confirmed To Star In New Film By “Train To Busan” Director

Actresses Moon Geun Young, Ko A Seong, and Kim Si Ah have finished filming for the upcoming film “Yeto” (literal title)!

“Yeto” tells the story of two influencer sisters who go on a camping trip, only for the younger sister to disappear at the site of a mysterious, defunct cult. The film is co-directed by Yeon Sang Ho, known for the films “Train to Busan” and “Colony” and the drama “Hellbound,” and director Yoon Young Woo, who previously served on the production teams for “Train to Busan” and “Parasite.”

Moon Geun Young returns to the big screen as a lead for the first time in nine years, playing the role of Su Ah, an influencer who puts her life with her younger sister Min Ah on display. She reunites with director Yeon Sang Ho following her appearance in Season 2 of the “Hellbound” series, where she received acclaim for her unconventional acting transformation.

Ko A Seong transforms into Deok Hee, who encounters the two sisters after they enter a mysterious world. This project marks Go Ah Sung’s first collaboration with director Yeon Sang Ho, and she is expected to showcase a new side of herself on screen.

Kim Si Ah plays Min Ah, the younger sister who experiences confusion while living alongside her influencer older sister Su Ah.

Director Yeon Sang Ho shared his thoughts, saying, “‘Yeto’ is a project that combines original visual effects with drama. I was personally amazed during filming by the explosive performances delivered by Moon Geun Young, Ko A Seong, and Kim Si Ah as they took on these unique characters. As this is a film that requires a significant amount of post-production work, we will do our best in the remaining stages. Please look forward to it.”

“Yeto” has wrapped up filming and is currently in the post-production phase. Stay tuned for more updates!

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Kim Min Ha, Joo Jong Hyuk, And More’s “The Table: Day And Night” Selected As Opening Film Of 2026 Busan International Film Festival

The upcoming film “The Table: Day and Night” has been selected as the opening film of this year’s Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)!

Set during the transition from summer to fall, “The Table: Day and Night” captures the witty, understated, and charming conversations shared by four pairs of men and women who cross paths at the same café. The film follows the chance encounter between Yoo Jin (Kim Min Ha) and Hyeon Oh (Joo Jong Hyuk), who visit the café at different times of day; the unexpected reunion of Sang Mi (Han Sun Hwa) and Young Min (Chang Ryul), who attended the same private tutoring sessions in middle school; the fiery first meeting between Hye Jin (Shim Eun Kyung), a web novel writer, and Dong Nam (Lee Hee Jun), an indie filmmaker; and the bittersweet moments shared by aspiring idol Na Kyeong (Jeon So Young) and her boyfriend Jong Su (Kim Dong Hwi).

The Busan International Film Festival praised the film, stating, “‘The Table: Day and Night’ is a polished film that represents the tentative culmination of director Kim Jong Kwan’s persistent exploration of his cinematic interests, style, perspective, and world. Without relying on excessive setups or dramatic developments, the film thoughtfully portrays each character’s unique inner voice and emotions, as well as the subtle changes in their relationships. This is one of the film’s greatest strengths and virtues. The film also features a talented ensemble of acclaimed actors, including Kim Min Ha, Joo Jong Hyuk, Han Sun Hwa, Chang Ryul, Shim Eun Kyung, Lee Hee Jun, Jeon So Young, and Kim Dong Hwi, alongside promising newcomers, who deliver outstanding chemistry and performances.”

The festival added, “To mark the beginning of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, we have selected ‘The Table: Day and Night’ as the opening film for its lighthearted yet thoughtful approach.”

“The Table: Day and Night” will premiere at this year’s Busan International Film Festival before its theatrical release later this year.

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will take place from October 6 to 15.

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Kim Min Ha To Host 2026 Busan International Film Festival Opening Ceremony

Kim Min Ha will be hosting the opening ceremony of the 31st Busan International Film Festival!

On July 31, the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) officially announced, “We have chosen Kim Min Ha, an actress currently displaying the clearest growth, as the host of the opening ceremony.”

Kim Min Ha, who debuted in 2016 and went on to gain global recognition for her starring turn in “Pachinko,” has recently starred in dramas like “Light Shop,” “Way Back Love,” and “Typhoon Family.”

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will kick off on October 6 and run for 10 days through October 15.

In the meantime, watch Kim Min Ha in “Way Back Love” with subtitles on Viki below:

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Moon Geun Young In Talks For New Film By “Train To Busan” Director

Moon Geun Young may be making her return to the big screen through a new film by director Yeon Sang Ho!

On May 21, SPOTV News reported that Moon Geun Young will star in Yeon Sang Ho’s upcoming film “Yeto” (working title).

In response to the report, her agency Cré Company stated, “Moon Geun Young has received an offer to appear in ‘Yeto’ and is positively reviewing it.”

“Yeto” is the latest project from director Yeon Sang Ho, known for acclaimed works such as “Train to Busan,” “The Ugly,” and the newly released film “Colony.”

Moon Geun Young and Yeon Sang Ho previously worked together on Season 2 of the Netflix series “Hellbound,” where the actress made a memorable special appearance that marked the end of her long hiatus.

While she also briefly appeared in director Shin Su Won’s film “The Mutation,” which premiered at the Busan International Film Festival last year, “Yeto” would become her first major film role in nearly nine years since “Glass Garden” in 2017.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Watch Moon Geun Young in “The Village Achiara’s Secret” below:

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