Ha Jung-woo’s Upcoming Film ‘The Uppers‘ Premieres at Busan Film Festival Amid Rising Entertainer Impersonation Scams
Busan, South Korea – Actor Ha Jung-woo will appear in the upcoming film The Uppers, officially selected for the “Today-Special Premier” section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival. The film,which Ha Jung-woo both directs and stars in,is slated for a December release. This news arrives as South Korean entertainers increasingly fall victim to online impersonation and fraud, prompting warnings to the public.
A surge in phishing scams targeting fans has seen criminals posing as celebrities-including Kim Sun-ho and Lee Seung-yeon-to solicit online gift cards, request loans, or lure victims into illegal investment schemes. Lee Seung-yeon has experienced three seperate impersonation incidents this year alone, sharing examples of fraudulent accounts and urging fans to report suspicious activity. Authorities report the methods used in these scams are becoming increasingly refined, and the creation and distribution of deepfake videos further exacerbates the problem.
The Uppers will be among the first Korean commercial films showcased at the festival’s “Today-Special Premier,” highlighting its anticipated popularity and significance within the industry. The film’s invitation underscores the Busan International Film Festival’s commitment to featuring prominent korean cinema.
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