Ha Young returns to filming after tearful break over ancestral controversy, agency requests privacy
Actress Ha Young's agency has issued a fresh update addressing questions about her involvement in an upcoming SBS drama, as the actress works through a controversy tied to her family history. According to a report published August 20, Ha Young has resumed filming for "The Long Shot Trial," returning to set after taking roughly a week off at the production team's suggestion. The break followed an…
Ha Young, the actress, has reported returning to filming for the upcoming SBS drama The Long Shot Trial. This comes after a week-long break, during which she took time to process emotional reactions to allegations involving her great-grandfather's participation in pro-Japanese activities during Korea's colonial era. She resumed filming on August 20, following a brief period of emotional distress on set on August 13.
The agency, BISTUS Entertainment, issued a statement confirming Ha Young's continued involvement in the project. They expressed understanding for the non-specific details surrounding her schedule and the show's progress. The series, described as a legal comedy, is expected to premiere in 2027 and is currently around 90% complete in production.
The controversy surrounding Ha Young's ancestry has also drawn additional attention due to the timing of the drama's planned February release, which precedes the March 1st Independence Movement anniversary. This date commemorates Korea's resistance to Japanese colonial rule and has heightened sensitivities around the show.
Ha Young's agency has previously provided statements addressing the situation, and the actress herself followed up with a handwritten apology to fans and viewers. Despite the controversy, production for The Long Shot Trial appears to be on track, with the agency maintaining that filming will continue as scheduled. The outcome of the controversy on the drama's reception remains uncertain.
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