Michelle Yeoh to Attend Busan International Film Festival for First Time in 15 Years

Malaysian-born actor Michelle Yeoh has been named the recipient of the Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the upcoming Busan International Film Festival in October.

The Asian Filmmaker of the Year award is presented to Asian film professionals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the Asian film industry and culture.

Yesterday (the 6th), the film festival organizers explained that Yeoh was selected as a pioneer who opened new horizons for independent female characters during the boom of Hong Kong cinema.

Yeoh gained popularity in South Korea through her appearances in films such as "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon," and won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 2023 for "Everything Everywhere All at Once."

She will also attend the Busan International Film Festival for the first time in 15 years to receive the Asian Filmmaker of the Year award.

During this year's festival, a special screening program will feature four films: three representative works personally selected by Yeoh along with her new release.

(Photo courtesy of: Busan International Film Festival)
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