The 30th Busan International Film Festival, which is celebrating its 30th edition this year, announces a new leap forward with actor Lee Byung-hun. Lee Byung-hun will take on the role of the first male solo host in the history of the festival at the upcoming opening ceremony, adding symbolic significance and weight to the event.

Since the 8th Busan International Film Festival in 2003, Lee Byung-hun has maintained a steady relationship with the festival, and his selection reaffirms his special connection with the Busan International Film Festival once again.

Celebrating his 35th year since his debut, Lee Byung-hun has solidified his position as a 'world-class' actor with a wide range of acting spectrum that transcends the screen and the small screen, along with a distinctive presence. Recently, he has been leading the international status of Korean content by appearing consecutively in the Netflix series "Squid Game."

The Busan International Film Festival stated, "The opening ceremony with actor Lee Byung-hun in this symbolic 30th year will be a turning point that solidifies the festival's identity and direction," adding, "It will be a special stage that connects the audience and filmmakers as one."