'Cumulative 3.61 million viewers,' Hwang Jung-min's stalker blamed... 'Hope' production company: "Hindering box office success, legal action to be taken" [Official][Full Text]

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While actor Hwang Jung-min (56) dismissed allegations of an affair with Mr. A as those of a "suspect in a stalking crime," the production side of the film 'Hope' also announced its support for lead actor Hwang Jung-min.

On the afternoon of the 29th, Plus M Entertainment, the investor-distributor of 'Hope,' and production company Forged Films stated, "We are issuing a statement regarding the issue of Hwang Jung-min being a victim of stalking," adding that they "express strong regret."

They continued, "This matter involves Mr. Hwang having suffered from stalking, for which legal action has already been taken. However, in connection with this, Mr. A has maliciously used edited content to send emails to both companies and partners of 'Hope,' repeatedly uploading and deleting posts on social media that slander the actor and the film, thereby causing damage amounting to obstruction of business."

Furthermore, the 'Hope' side stated, "Even during the preparation period for release and at a critical turning point in box office performance, there were moves to hinder the smooth progress of the film. This not only damages the overall business of 'Hope' but also maliciously tarnishes the efforts and reputation of those who worked hard for the film. Accordingly, Plus M Entertainment and Forged Films declare that they will define this behavior as an intentional attack on 'Hope' and respond strongly. Both companies are actively considering legal action regarding the facts that have negatively impacted 'Hope' and plan to continue a firm response to prevent further damage."

'Hope' is a new work by director Na Hong-jin, starring Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, and Eom Moon-seok. Released on the 15th of this month, it has recorded cumulative viewership of 3.61 million people.

Meanwhile, Mr. A recently caused a stir by posting mobile messenger messages and call recording files on social media, raising allegations of an affair with Hwang Jung-min. According to Mr. A's claims, he first met Hwang Jung-min in August 2023 and has exchanged contact several times over the following two years. During this process, he alleges that Hwang Jung-min engaged in inappropriate behavior, including making sexual remarks toward him.

However, regarding this matter, Hwang Jung-min's agency, Sam Company, dismissed Mr. A as a "suspect in a stalking crime who has continuously harassed Hwang Jung-min," stating, "Hwang Jung-min filed a criminal complaint against Mr. A. The court imposed temporary measures such as no-contact orders on the suspect three times and issued a summary order for a fine of 3 million won after acknowledging the stalking allegations."

Regarding the issue of actor Hwang Jung-min being a victim of stalking, the investor-distributor and production company of film <Hope> are issuing a statement.

Plus M Entertainment, the investor-distributor of <Hope>, and production company Forged Films express strong regret regarding this recent issue.

This matter involves actor Hwang Jung-min having suffered from stalking, for which legal action has already been taken. However, in connection with this, Mr. A has maliciously used edited content to send emails to both companies and partners of <Hope>, repeatedly uploading and deleting posts on social media that slander the actor and the film, thereby causing damage amounting to obstruction of business.

Even during the preparation period for release and at a critical turning point in box office performance, there were moves to hinder the smooth progress of the film.

This not only damages the overall business of <Hope> but also maliciously tarnishes the efforts and reputation of those who worked hard for the film.

Accordingly, Plus M Entertainment and Forged Films declare that they will define this behavior as an intentional attack on the film <Hope> and respond strongly.

Both companies are actively considering legal action regarding the facts that have negatively impacted <Hope> and plan to continue a firm response to prevent further damage.

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