On March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m., Kim Soo Hyun and his agency Gold Medalist organised an urgent news conference at the Stanford Hotel in Seoul's Mapo District. Reporters were not allowed to ask any questions during the news conference due to legal concerns. In essence, Kim Soo Hyun stated that there was a falling out between his real-life counterpart and his character as Star Kim Soo Hyun. He denied dating Kim Sae Ron while Queen of Tears was still airing in an effort to protect his name and image. Until more details are revealed, he will continue to deny their relationship.
Kim Soo Hyun made it clear that he did not date Kim Sae Ron when she was a minor and that they had just been together for a year or so. He urged his followers to realise that, as a celebrity, he is unable to reveal his relationship because doing so would have an impact on both his career and other people. He will make the same choice again if he had the option to go back in time. With tears in his eyes, he confesses that he is a coward and that he had a lot to lose before coming forward to address this issue.
According to Kim Soo Hyun, Kim Sae Ron and the YouTube channel accused him of being the reason behind her suicide, calling him a phedophile who played with her emotions and left her in debt of 700 million won. He stated that he would simply admit to the things he had done and would not confess to being a killer. He played an audio clip in which the Gold Medalist's agent spoke verbally with a representative of Kim Sae Ron's new agency, which she had just signed, regarding the legal letter, clarifying that it was merely a formality and that she may take her time paying back her obligations.
Kim Soo Hyun claimed that he didn't stay in contact with Kim Sae Ron since they were ex-lovers who had previously broken up for four years, despite the fact that he knew a little bit about her while she was still employed by the agency. He claimed to have known that Kim Sae Ron was seeing someone else at the time and denied that he was the reason for her getting into a drunk driving accident. Following that, Kim Soo Hyun and his legal team present a PowerPoint and claim that the Kakao talk was fraudulent and that, due to discrepancies in tone and intonation, someone else spoke to Kim Sae Ron in 2016 and 2018.
His lawyer concluded the press conference by requesting 12 billion won in damages for defamation from Kim Sae Ron aunty and the YouTube channel. They claimed to have brought a civil complaint against the deceased's family. Kim Soo Hyun was questioned by a reporter about how and when he first met Kim Sae Ron. Kim Soo Hyun, however, did not answer any questions.
Public reactions
His statements did not convince the wider population. He referred to Kim Sae Ron as the deceased rather than by her name, which offended a lot of people. He expressed his sorrow that Kim Sae Ron cannot rest in peace because of the situation involving him and her family at the beginning of the press conference. Throughout the press conference, he persisted in dehumanising Kim Sae Ron by referring to her as the deceased. It was perceived as a strategy to deflect criticism and draw attention to his predicament. The public also took issue with Kim Soo Hyun for reading the script and getting his hair and makeup done before the press appearance.
A lot of individuals vented their rage and disdain at Kim Soo Hyun on forums and social media. His hit show Queen of Tears earned him the label "King of Fake Tears," which the audience ridiculed. His image was not saved by his sobbing and choking. His refusal to allow reporters to ask questions infuriated a lot of people. As a result, the media starts contrasting his behaviour with that of other famous offenders who have been found guilty. Nonetheless, it was stated that Kim Soo Hyun's Instagram following slightly increased during the press conference. As a result, some supporters may have chosen to support him after seeing the news conference and highlighting his circumstances.
Attention seekers
During this period, a number of people came forward claiming to be Kim Sae Ron's ex-boyfriend, best friend, husband, and even the Korean deceased celebrity Sulli brother in an attempt to start a dispute. They published their own narrative and agenda on social media. Every day, news stories concerning some dramatic events were published. In one way or another, everyone hopes to profit from this controversy.
Human Kim Soo Hyun Vs Star Kim Soo Hyun
Kim Soo Hyun's dual personality is frequently analysed as a drama called Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. When he referred to himself as the Star Kim Soo Hyun, many people accused him of being conceited and narcissistic. Critics claimed that he was merely upset that he was exposed for lying and that he had no regrets for what he had done.
Controversy
The Kim Sae Ron family approached media outlets in the hopes that their story would be covered. All they ask is that Kim Soo Hyun issue a public apology for courting their deceased daughter when she was still a juvenile. Their diminished daughter's integrity will be restored as a result. In the end, the YouTube channel that made the information public received evidence from the Kim Sae Ron family. On social media, the ex-lovers' photos, love letters, and videos were shared. The timeline is disputed by Kim Soo Hyun and his group, who claim that the photos and film were made after Kim Sae Ron attained legal adulthood.
Kim Soo Hyun prevention law
A petition was signed and filed by a group of activists who demand stronger enforcement measures and raise the age of consent from 16 years old to 19 years old.
Drama Queen thoughts
In actuality, this is Kim Soo Hyun's demise. The fact that he flirted with Kim Sae Ron in his love letter and text messages shows that he was in fact seeing her when she was a minor. Regardless of our perspective, the grooming charges were legitimate. He was compelled to face his actions, which is why he decided to hold a news conference. Kim Soo Hyun's supporters urged him to speak up. I thought nothing came out of him after seeing the press conference. This issue is ongoing rather than coming to an end.
Everybody is involved in this catastrophe. Before she started high school, the Kim Sae Ron family was unaware that their daughter was seeing Kim Soo Hyun. In the first place, they neglected their daughter. Her parents are aware of their relationship and gave their approval after he made a vow to wed her. Regretfully, things did not turn out as planned. Anger developed from the family dispute. They might have yearned for a son-in-law as wealthy and well-known as he is. They were angry that their daughter had been exploited and that the debt had driven her to commit suicide.
A contentious political faction is represented on the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research. People therefore question their credibility. By presenting the evidence of their relationship, they were, in my perspective, damaging Kim Soo Hyun's standing with the Kim Sae Ron family. Does this whole tale not help them? I doubt it. In the name of seeking justice for Kim Sae Ron, they have increased their number of subscribers and financial resources.
Even though Kim Sae Ron was sexually abused and influenced as a teenager, she still chose to fall in love with Kim Soo Hyun. Kim Sae Ron is responsible for her own suicide because she made the poor choice to take her own life. In other words, the family can claim that Kim Sae Ron initially rejected Kim Soo Hyun after he pursued her. It might never be confirmed. After all, the couple was in a relationship. A girl's and a man's perspectives may differ. To be honest, I had had enough of them alternating between testimony. Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron are the parties involved.
Having a national Prince Charming fall in love with Kim Sae Ron may make her feel gratified. Kim Soo Hyun undoubtedly spends money on her during their time together, and they enjoy one other's company. Kim Sae Ron should be aware, though, that Kim Soo Hyun will have other women in his life. Numerous women will be eager to approach him. Kim Sae Ron stored all of the information about Kim Soo Hyun on her laptop and phone after they split up. I believe she can't forget her first and last love, Kim Soo Hyun, despite her attempts to move on with other men. Her grief may perhaps have contributed to the drunk driving event.
It's possible that Kim Sae Ron killed herself on Kim Soo Hyun's birthday in an attempt to exact retribution. She curses Kim Soo Hyun on his birthday because she wants him to remember her. Her relationship with Kim Soo Hyun was one of love and hate. It was stated that Kim Sae Ron had planned her suicide for his birthday. Although many people believe it to be a coincidence, I do believe it to be suspicious.
Is Kim Soo Hyun at blame for this problem? Indeed, he had acknowledged his selfishness and cowardice. Because he had a lot to lose, he denied ever dating Kim Sae Ron. He hid for a long time because he knew what he had done to Kim Sae Ron was wrong. He only spoke up when his financial status was in jeopardy since it harmed his reputation, endorsements, and upcoming endeavours. He was entitled to some degree of reprimand. Netizens shouldn't harass him online until he does something unimaginable, in my opinion.
For Kim Sae Ron's revenue losses, is Kim Soo Hyun liable for the debt she incurred? Kim Soo Hyun, in my perspective, has the option of helping Kim Sae Ron or not. Yes, it seems cold-hearted, but men typically didn't want to interact with their former relationships. Though Kim Sae Ron had not, Kim Soo Hyun had moved on from this connection. Gold Medalist were rumoured to be plotting to get rid of Kim Sae Ron because they believed she was dangerous to Kim Soo Hyun because she knew a lot about him. For this reason, Kim Soo Hyun agency chose to use legal paperwork to pursue Kim Sae Ron for her debt repayment.
Korean society has long suffered from severe problems as a result of the exploitation of Korean youth for the K-pop and entertainment industries. These youthful celebrities were typically treated like cash cows by their agency. Their consent age was 13 before the age was raised to 16 in 2000. It was ingrained in their society, and nobody questioned it prior to this scandal. The only reason why everyone is suddenly criticising Kim Soo Hyun is because he is well-known and everyone wants a piece of him, for whatever reason. In an instant, the same people who worship him tore him to pieces.
While the issue of celebrities taking their own lives still plagues Korean society, cyberbullying is a constant battle. It is bad for self-righteous keyboard warriors to hide behind keyboards and spew hateful remarks. Celebrities can make mistakes, just like everyone else. We just know what they want us to see; we will never know who they really are. In previous interviews, Kim Soo Hyun made hints about his preference for younger women. People thought it was cheeky and amusing. The takeaway from this experience is that we must accept accountability for our deeds and poor choices. We must, however, be brave enough to accept the repercussions.
This dispute resembles a real-life, passionate Korean drama. We must exercise caution when speaking, even though we are allowed to express ourselves. Since it is implicating other innocent people, including Kim Soo Hyun's long-time buddy IU and close friend Jung Hae In, this witch hunt must halt. Despite my sadness, I believe that the decision to postpone Knock Off's Disney Plus premiere was unavoidable given the situation. In this case, Jo Bo Ah and the production crew are the true victims. This scandal has harmed the jobs of hundreds or thousands of individuals.
Should I watch Kim Soo Hyun on TV right now? Most likely not. I can't help but think negatively of him because of the controversy. I doubt that I will be able to watch Kim Soo Hyun on TV in the future. In spite of this, the drama productions deserve recognition. The entire team worked together to create a film. I thus hope that there won't be any impact on the production.
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