Lauri Huttunen, widely recognized from the Latela television programming, received a conviction on February 19 for several offenses including the dissemination of private information, defamation, and illegal threats. This conviction raises questions regarding the impact it might have on his upcoming television project. Despite the legal issues, Huttunen's new series, titled 'Latela – etelä kutsuu', is set to debut on March 4, and Warner Bros. Discovery's communications officer, Jenni Kokkonen, affirmed that there would be no changes to the program’s airing schedule.

Kokkonen stated that the network had not engaged in discussions regarding the potential implications of Huttunen's conviction on the show's presentation, indicating a firm stance to proceed with the planned premiere. The decision seems to suggest that the channel believes in continuing with business as usual, regardless of Huttunen's legal troubles. The combination of criminal convictions correlated with a prominent public figure’s television project might generate mixed reactions from the audience.

Huttunen's offenses reportedly involved victims from his close circle, including a minor. This detail could spark further debate on the appropriateness of airing content linked to someone with such a background. As the show approaches its launch date, it will be vital to observe public reception and whether the legal ramifications will affect Huttunen's reputation and the show's viewership appeal in Finland.