A series of shocking revelations about celebrity victims of phone and online scams has sparked alarm in Korea, where phishing crimes are becoming increasingly sophisticated and costly. During a Monday episode of the YouTube show “Jodongari,” entertainer Ji Seok-jin revealed that one of his celebrity acquaintances lost 300 million won ($220,000) to a voice phishing scam. “About 15 years ago, someone impersonating broadcaster Kim Gura asked me to send 2 million won. “My bank account was drained — I lost between 50 and 60 million won. Experts warn that phishing scams are becoming more elaborate, often mimicking real websites, impersonating trusted figures, or exploiting social engineering tactics.