The leaked video scandal involving businessman Hideto Sakai has intensified following an admission from top star Reina Marunouchi, who confirmed her identity in the footage. While Sakai originally dismissed the clip as an AI-generated deepfake, leaked LINE messages suggest otherwise; the texts show him acknowledging the video, requesting silence from those involved, and offering financial settlements.

Public backlash on X (formerly Twitter) has been severe, with many labeling him “unfit for business” after his initial denials were debunked. This controversy is further fueled by the sharp contrast between his alleged behavior and his public persona as a devoted husband and father of three. While the video undergoes formal expert verification, Sakai’s career and reputation remain under heavy scrutiny.