Hwang Jung-min, on the red carpet at Busan International Film Festival amid legal dispute over privacy.. Smiles with a gaunt face [31st BIFF]

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Actor Hwang Jung-min appeared on the red carpet of the Busan International Film Festival despite being embroiled in a legal dispute regarding his private life.

The opening ceremony for the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) was held on the 6th at the outdoor stage of the Cinema Hall in Haeundae-gu, Busan. The event was hosted by actor Kim Min-ha, and director Kim Jong-kwan's new film "Day and Night to Each Other" was selected as the opening feature.

The red carpet held prior to the opening ceremony saw a large turnout of actors and film industry figures representing the domestic film scene, including Kang Yu-seok, Kim Do-yeon, Kim Min-ha, Kim Shin-rok, Kim A-young, Kim Young-min, Kim Jae-won, Kim Joo-ryeong, PD Kim Tae-ho, Kim Hye-joo, Kim Hye-ja, Noh Jeong-eui, Ryu Seung-ryong, Ryu Hyun-gyung, Park Sung-woong, Park Ji-hyun, Park Hae-jun, Bae Gang-hee, Son Seok-koo, Sul Kyung-gu, Shin Hyeon-jun, Shim Eun-kyung, Shim Eun-woo, A-dol's Shuhwa, Ong Seong-wu, Woo Do-hwan, Yoo Jae-myung, Eom Moon-seok, Lee Sun-bin, Lee Yi-kyung, Lee Hee-jun, Jeon Do-yeon, Jeon Seok-ho, Jung Sung-il, Jung Woo-sung, Jo I-hyun, Jo In-sung, Jo Yeong-jeong, and Choi Hee-so.

On this day, Hwang Jung-min appeared on the red carpet alongside director Na Hong-jin of the film "Hope," as well as actors Jo In-sung and Eom Moon-seok. He completed a formal look with a restrained atmosphere by matching a dark gray-toned suit with a black shirt and black tie. Despite appearing noticeably gaunt, he smiled brightly, waving to and greeting the audience who had gathered at the venue.

"Hope" was invited to the "Korean Cinema Today - Panorama" section of this year's Busan International Film Festival. The "Korean Cinema Today - Panorama" section introduces various recent works that showcase the capabilities and trends of contemporary Korean cinema.

Meanwhile, Hwang Jung-min has recently been engaged in a legal battle with a woman in her 40s, referred to as Ms. A, over privacy issues.

Previously, on July 29, Ms. A claimed via social media that she had a private relationship with Hwang Jung-min and released text messages and call recordings that she alleged were exchanged between the two.

In response, Hwang Jung-min's agency, Sam Company, denied the related allegations. The agency stated that it has filed a criminal complaint, asserting that Ms. A is a suspect in stalking crimes who has continuously harassed Hwang Jung-min. It also explained that the court had issued provisional measures such as a restraining order, and that a summary order for a fine of 3 million won was issued regarding the stalking charges. Ms. A has expressed dissatisfaction with this and continues the legal dispute.

The Prosecution Service requested the court at the final hearing held in August to impose a fine of 10 million won on Ms. A and order her to complete a stalking treatment program. The Prosecution Service cited as reasons for the sentencing request the long duration of the criminal acts, the excessively high number of one-sided contacts, and the fact that she posted threatening content targeting the victim's family on social media even during the trial.

The Criminal Division 4 of the Goyang Branch of the Uijeongbu District Court, which heard the case, ordered Ms. A to pay a fine of 6 million won and complete a 40-hour stalking treatment program on the 8th. The court determined that Ms. A engaged in stalking behavior by continuously sending messages despite knowing Hwang Jung-min's intention to refuse contact. Ms. A appealed against the first-instance verdict, and as the Prosecution Service also submitted an appeal brief, the case has moved to the second instance.

Since the controversy, Hwang Jung-min has continued his scheduled activities, including a stage greeting for the film "Hope" and filming for upcoming projects. Additionally, he recently announced that he would join the third run of the musical "Mrs. Doubtfire."

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