Erika Sawajiri attends Busan International Film Festival

Japanese actress Erika Sawajiri appeared on the red carpet at the 31st Busan International Film Festival in South Korea to promote her film ‘Rose Chain’. Appearing alongside co-star Ryuhei Maruyama and director Sakichi Sato, Sawajiri drew significant attention for her bold visual transformation, featuring blonde spiral hair and a black mini dress paired with approximately 60 million yen in jewelry.

The film, which is part of the ‘Midnight Passion’ section, marks a major milestone in Sawajiri’s professional comeback following a hiatus that began in 2019. Since returning to the stage in early 2024, her career has seen a rapid progression from theatrical performances to film roles and photo books. Her presence at the international festival signifies a transition from merely returning to the industry to once again taking on leading roles in major productions.