Lee Sun Kyun Drug Allegations : Actor Lee Sun Kyun’s involvement in a drug-related case has caused filming setbacks for the upcoming K-drama “No Way Out.” Lee Sun Kyun was set to begin filming for the thriller K-drama on October 21 and 22, where he plays a lead role. The drama has already commenced its first filming, but due to the unexpected controversy surrounding the actor’s drug allegations, he couldn’t immediately join the ongoing filming. This situation has come as a surprise to the production company and the staff, causing setbacks in the filming process.
“No Way Out” is a suspense thriller K-drama that revolves around a public murder bounty of 20.0 billion KRW (approximately 14.8 million USD) and the conflict between those who want to kill and those who want to survive. Lee Sun Kyun was cast to play the character Baek Jung Shik, a police officer responsible for safeguarding citizens from dangerous criminals. The drama also features a notable ensemble of actors, including Yoo Jae Myung, Yum Jung Ah, Kim Mu Yeol, and Lee Kwang Soo.
Given the drug allegations surrounding Lee Sun Kyun, it’s likely that the production company will need to find a replacement for his character to complete the filming.
Regarding the drug case, Lee Sun Kyun’s agency, HODU&U Entertainment, confirmed that he was undergoing investigation for drug abuse. The agency stated that they are confirming the authenticity of the accusations and will collaborate with officials in any case investigations. This drug abuse case involves several well-known celebrities, third-generation Chaebols, and others. The agency also revealed that Lee Sun Kyun had been subjected to defamation and threats from an individual connected to the case and had filed a complaint with the investigating agency. They pledged to take strong measures against the spread of false information and requested understanding from the fans.
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