Controversy Erupts as Private Chats Surface
Alleged Texts Reveal Disturbing Content
The South Korean entertainment industry has been rocked by a scandal involving actor Kim Soo Hyun and the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Private messages allegedly exchanged between the two have surfaced, causing outrage among netizens and fans. The chats, reportedly from 2016 when Kim Sae Ron was underage, contain content that many find inappropriate and disturbing.
Family Press Conference Unveils Evidence
Kim Sae Ron’s Representatives Present Chat Logs
On March 27, 2025, Kim Sae Ron’s family held a press conference in Seoul, represented by their attorney Bu Ji Seok. They presented KakaoTalk chat logs that purportedly confirm a romantic involvement between Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron in 2016 when she was just 16 years old. The revealed messages include requests for physical intimacy that have sparked widespread criticism.
Public Outcry and Career Implications
Fans Call for Kim Soo Hyun’s Retirement
The revelation has triggered a massive backlash on social media platforms. Netizens have expressed shock and anger, with many calling for Kim Soo Hyun to retire from the entertainment industry immediately. Comments labeling the actor’s behavior as “disturbing” and “monstrous” have flooded online forums, indicating a severe blow to his public image.
Brand Deals and Endorsements at Risk
Companies Suspend Actor’s Activities
The controversy has had immediate repercussions on Kim Soo Hyun’s career. Several companies have suspended his activities or removed content featuring the actor from their official platforms. Brands such as K2, Shabu All Day, and Homeplus have reportedly deleted his appearances from their websites and social media accounts, signaling a potential end to lucrative endorsement deals.
Legal Actions and Denials
Agency Refutes Underage Dating Claims
Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, has consistently denied allegations of the actor dating Kim Sae Ron while she was a minor. They maintain that the relationship only began after Kim Sae Ron became an adult and ended shortly thereafter. However, the agency’s statements have done little to quell the public’s anger and skepticism.
Ongoing Investigation and Future Developments
Digital Forensics and Potential Further Evidence
As the controversy continues to unfold, there are calls for digital forensics to verify the authenticity of the alleged relationship evidence. Kim Sae Ron’s family has expressed their intent to pursue verification of digital evidence that could prove the nature of the relationship when she was underage. The possibility of additional evidence being released looms, potentially further complicating the situation for Kim Soo Hyun.
