‘Delusion’ production denies rumors of canceled China shoot
Actors Suzy, left, and Kim Seon-ho / Courtesy of Disney+
The production company for Disney+’s upcoming original series “Delusion” denied reports that filming was abruptly canceled in China.
An official from Showbox, which is producing the series, said Wednesday, “The filming location is still under review and nothing has been finalized,” dismissing speculation that the Chinese leg of the shoot was scrapped.
Earlier reports claimed that the production had planned to film in China this month but canceled, with the lead actors now focusing on domestic shoots.
Some industry observers speculated that the decision may have been influenced by controversy surrounding Disney+’s recent Korean series “Tempest.” In the drama, released on Sept. 10, the character Seo Munju (Jun Ji-hyun) says, “Why does China prefer war? A nuclear bomb could fall on the border area.” The line sparked backlash among some Chinese netizens, fueling negative sentiment toward Korean content.
Set in Seoul in 1935, “Delusion” follows painter Yun Yi-ho (Kim Seon-ho) as he paints a portrait of Song Jeong-hwa (Suzy), an alluring woman shrouded in mystery and rumors after decades in seclusion. The series is scheduled for release in 2026.
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, the sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.