Actor Kim Min-ha will serve as host of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, according to 뉴스핌. The outlet reported the hosting news on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
The festival opened amid debate over a film titled "Assassin(s)," according to a separate report carried by v.daum.net. The controversy is referenced in that outlet's headline about the opening, though no further details were provided in the source material.
Kim Jong-kwan, director of this year's opening film, said he was pleased that the importance of small, ordinary things had been recognized, Yonhap News reported. He made the remark in connection with the opening selection.
Coverage of the event also included a Newsis report focused on actor Roh Jeong-eui, and a Cine21 topic piece describing a festival built around seeing more films, enjoying them for longer, and making the event together with audiences.
The 31st edition of Asia's largest film festival is taking place in Busan, South Korea. The gathering brings together filmmakers, actors, and industry figures for screenings and related events.
What to watch next: further reporting on the opening ceremony and any developments related to the "Assassin(s)" discussion.
