‘Hellbound’ Star Yoo Ah-in Under Police Investigation For Alleged Illegal Propofol Use

South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in is being investigated for alleged illegal use of an anesthetic drug and has been banned from overseas travel, local media is reporting. This has led to some speculation regarding the status of his upcoming projects including Netflix drama The Match and the second season of dark fantasy series Hellbound.
Contacted by Deadline, a Netflix spokesperson said, “We have heard from media reports that the investigation is currently underway, and are currently looking into the situation.”
Per The Korea Times, Yoo is suspected of having used propofol, a sleep-inducing drug, for non-medical purposes on a habitual basis, something that constitutes a violation of the Narcotics Control Act. Yonhap reported that the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s drug investigation unit questioned the actor on Monday.
In the wake of the news, Yoo’s management company, United Arts Agency, released a statement to local press saying the actor...
Contacted by Deadline, a Netflix spokesperson said, “We have heard from media reports that the investigation is currently underway, and are currently looking into the situation.”
Per The Korea Times, Yoo is suspected of having used propofol, a sleep-inducing drug, for non-medical purposes on a habitual basis, something that constitutes a violation of the Narcotics Control Act. Yonhap reported that the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s drug investigation unit questioned the actor on Monday.
In the wake of the news, Yoo’s management company, United Arts Agency, released a statement to local press saying the actor...
- 2/9/2023
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
Similar News
Netflix’s Most Disturbing Documentary: Uncovering The Shocking Truth Behind Indonesia’s Forgotten Genocide
- 5/16/2025
- by Arunava Chakrabarty
- KoiMoi
Secrets We Keep (Netflix TV Mini-Series 2025) Recap & Ending Explained: Who Was Responsible for Ruby’s Death?
- 5/16/2025
- by Sanghavi P.S
- High on Films

Exclusive Video: Mel Rodriguez Shares Experience Working With ‘Inspirational’ Giancarlo Esposito In ‘The Residence’
- 5/16/2025
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview

‘Sirat’ Review: Oliver Laxe’s Beguiling Film Is a Desert-Set, Techno-Infused Meditation on Death and Grief
- 5/15/2025
- by Lovia Gyarkye
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

Philip Making a Mess of Things Was Inevitable on the May 15 Days
- 5/15/2025
- by Tina Charles
- Soap Hub

‘Sound Of Falling’, ‘Two Prosecutors’ kick off Cannes jury grid with strong scores
- 5/15/2025
- ScreenDaily

IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.