Actress Kim Hye-ja (84) canceled her stage greeting schedule for the film "Still Brilliant" on the same day.
The production team of "Still Brilliant" announced via a press notice around 12:46 p.m. on the 15th that "the press screening and pre-screening stage greeting have been canceled due to unavoidable circumstances," adding, "We ask for your understanding."
With a press screening scheduled for 2 p.m. that day, Kim Hye-ja and director Song Il-gon were expected to attend before the screening to meet with reporters. The event was suddenly canceled about one hour before it was set to begin. Only the stage greeting was canceled; the press screening and the subsequent press conference will proceed as scheduled.
Kim attended the opening ceremony of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held on the 6th at the Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu, Busan. Walking the red carpet alongside director Song Il-gon, she was seen moving with assistance from those around her and coughing while covering her mouth with her hand several times, which had sparked speculation about health issues. At the time, a source explained that it was "just a mild cold" and stated that "the schedule for this Busan International Film Festival was adjusted considering the actress's age and condition."
No connection has been confirmed between this cancellation of the stage greeting and any health problems.
Meanwhile, "Still Brilliant" is a work depicting the story of Soon-ok, who reunites with her close friend from her most radiant days after 60 years. It marks Kim Hye-ja's return to the screen after nine years. The film will be released on the 21st.
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