On the morning of February 3, the production team of Portraits of illusion filming has officially concluded after more than 10 months of production. The Disney+ original series had been one of the platform’s most anticipated projects, largely thanks to the stunning visual pairing of Suzy and Kim Seon Ho as the leads.
However, the joy of completing the shoot was short-lived. Almost immediately, the drama found itself facing uncertainty over its release schedule due to the ongoing controversies surrounding its male lead.
According to Disney+, the release date of Portraits of illusion has not yet been confirmed and is currently “under careful scrutiny.” A representative for the platform said further updates will only be announced once an official decision is made, amid recent issues involving one of the drama’s lead actors, who is believed to be referring to Kim Seon Ho.
Because Portraits of Delusion is now on hold
It is believed that the reason why the drama has actually entered a state of limbo stems from the growing accusations against Kim Seon Ho. In recent weeks, the actor has been embroiled in controversy over possible tax issues after reports claimed he received income from entertainment businesses through a private business entity rather than his personal name.
While Kim Seon Ho’s side explained that this structure was simply a form of tax optimization, many critics argue that the agreement still raises serious questions about transparency.
Reports suggest that the business entity established under Kim Seon Ho’s name has shown little to no actual commercial activity, despite receiving revenue generated from his entertainment work. Allegations that family members received salaries through the company, along with personal living expenses charged to a company credit card, further fueled public suspicions.
Some legal experts also spoke, saying the case deserves closer scrutiny by authorities, especially if the entity in question was not properly registered or was no longer operating in a legitimate capacity.
Although Kim Seon Ho’s agency claims that the agreement is temporary and does not constitute tax evasion, the explanation has so far failed to completely quell the controversy.
Netizens say: “Save Suzy”
As the situation continues, public sympathy has shifted more and more towards Suzy. Many netizens expressed frustration on her behalf, pointing out that she completed filming without any problems, but now faces potential fallout from controversies completely unrelated to her.
“Why does Suzy always end up paying the price for situations she had nothing to do with?” a comment read. Others pointed out that, once again, his hard work and time investment may not be rewarded due to circumstances beyond his control.
Adding to the concerns, some have speculated on worst-case scenarios, ranging from extensive changes to the drama, long-term postponements or even reshooting the male lead’s scenes with a different actor if the controversy escalates further. While these possibilities remain speculative, Disney+’s cautious stance suggests they cannot be ruled out entirely.
At present, the fate of Portraits of illusion remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Suzy, who is not involved in any controversy, continues to be the most talked about name in discussions about the drama. This only intensified the demands of fans and audiences “save Suzy” and make sure he doesn’t become the biggest victim of a situation out of his control.
Sources: Disney+, K-media report, Online community
