Actors Krystal Jung and Jang Dong Yoon have been selected as hosts for the opening ceremony of the 28th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN).

The ceremony, set to take place on July 4th at Bucheon Art Center, will be kicked off by Krystal Jung and Jang Dong Yoon. Known for their on-screen chemistry in the drama 'Search' (2020), they are anticipated to bring their dynamic presence to the festival as hosts, delighting both the audience and filmmakers in attendance.

Krystal Jung made her debut in 2010 through the sitcom 'More Charming by the Day', and has since garnered acclaim for her roles in dramas like 'High Kick! Revenge of the Short Legged' (2011), 'The Heirs' (2013), 'Prison Playbook' (2017), and films such as 'Spider's Web' (2023), which was featured at the Cannes Film Festival.

Jang Dong Yoon entered the industry in 2016 with the web drama 'Game Development Girls', and has since expanded his repertoire through dramas like 'The Tale of Nokdu' (2019) and 'Flowers Bloom on the Sand' (2023), as well as films including 'Run Boy Run' (2020) and 'Long-D' (2023). He also ventured into directing with 'Be My Ears' (2023), showcased at the previous BIFAN.

The 28th BIFAN, scheduled from July 4th to 14th at various locations in Bucheon, marks a significant milestone with its opening ceremony at Bucheon Art Center. This year, the festival promises a diverse selection of global films, including AI-driven productions, highlighting Bucheon as a leader in cutting-edge cinema.

Stay tuned for the exciting kickoff of BIFAN 2024 with Krystal Jung and Jang Dong Yoon leading the way!

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Former Girl’s Day member Jang Hye Ri (real name Lee Ji In) is making headlines after exposing the dark side of the entertainment industry—revealing that she once received a shocking sponsorship offer from a well-known entertainment company CEO.

On March 3, Jang Hye Ri appeared in a video titled "[NonNonNon] I Heard You Got Wasted and Ruined Yourself?" on the YouTube channel ‘Channel Fixed’ (채널고정해).

During the discussion, broadcaster Kang Byung Kyu opened up about the hidden dangers in the industry, saying, “Even today, there are idols who get invited to drinking gatherings by acquaintances of acquaintances. Some people keep luring them into these situations. We call them ‘devils.’”

Jang Hye Ri then shocked viewers by admitting, “I’ve been to those places before. I even sang there.” She continued, “Even now, I still get offers like, ‘Let’s talk business over drinks’ or ‘You need to build connections this way.’ It happens all the time.”

She also shared how these gatherings have evolved, saying, “Nowadays, it’s not just about drinking. There’s also golf. People keep asking, ‘Do you play golf?’ I don’t drink well, and I don’t enjoy these meetings. But sometimes, I wondered, ‘Do I have to do this to succeed?’”

Then, Jang Hye Ri dropped a bombshell—recalling a shocking moment from her rookie days:

“When I was a rookie, I attended a drinking gathering where a very famous CEO was present. He had even invited male rookies to sing. Then he suddenly told me, ‘If I help you grow, you have to be my girlfriend.’”

She continued, “I was caught off guard and immediately refused. But then he started listing celebrities he had ‘helped’ through these relationships. I was young, and it really hurt my pride. It made me determined to succeed without going down that path. But he told me, ‘You’ll never make it if you don’t do this. This is how the industry works.’”

Even after rejecting him, Jang Hye Ri revealed that she kept running into the CEO over the years. “Since he’s still active in the industry, I would occasionally see him. Every time, he would say, ‘You rejected my offer, and that’s why you’re struggling now.’ But honestly, I have no regrets. I wouldn’t change my decision.”

Meanwhile, Jang Hye Ri, one of the original members of Girl’s Day, has since transitioned into a trot singer. In 2020, she released her single "Seobangnim" and gained attention after finishing fourth place on KBS 2TV’s Trot National Contest.

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