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Actor Yoo Ah-in career comeback

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South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in is preparing for a professional comeback following legal issues involving habitual drug use, for which he received a one-year prison sentence with a two-year suspended sentence after being indicted for the use of illegal drugs, including ~~propofol.~~ propofol, marijuana, ketamine, and cocaine. In August 2026, it was announced that Yoo would star in the mystery occult thriller ‘Vampire’, directed by Jang Jae-hyun. The film, which features an ensemble cast including Lee Sung-min and Lee Joon-hyuk, is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2028. In this project, Yoo is set to portray a contract killer. Shortly after the film announcement, Yoo signed an exclusive contract with the entertainment agency Billions. On August 21, the agency stated that the partnership followed long discussions regarding Yoo’s responsibility and the need to rebuild public trust. Billions noted that Yoo prioritized finding a partner capable of navigating the process of “seeking public forgiveness” rather than focusing on contract terms. The agency pledged to manage his activities with an emphasis on reflection, sincerity, and accountability. His return has sparked significant controversy and public backlash in South Korea. Critics have expressed anger over the decision, noting that Yoo is attempting to resume his career while still serving a suspended sentence. The ~~announcement of this partnership~~ situation has ~~met with mixed reactions from~~ prompted broader discussions regarding how the ~~public~~ South Korean entertainment industry weighs commercial potential and ~~existing fans of the agency.~~ talent value against reputational risk and public backlash.

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