Actress Kim Sae Ron's family shared what they claimed was a voice recording where she allegedly stated that she first had sexual intercourse with actor Kim Soo Hyun during her second year of middle school.
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The South Korean star Kim Soo Hyun. Image sourced from his Instagram account. |
According to The Times of India During a press conference held on Wednesday, members of Kim Sae Ron’s family presented a voice recording where a voice purportedly belonging to her claimed, “I had a relationship with Kim Soo Hyun. Some may think I am insane or choose not to believe this, but our romance began when I was still in middle school, and it ended shortly after I started college.”
The audio further contains a declaration wherein the speaker brands Kim Soo Hyun and his management firm, Gold Medalist, as "extremely frightening" entities ready to go to any lengths.
The family submitted the recording as proof backing up their assertion that Kim Sae-ron was in a six-year relationship with Kim Soo Hyun. beginning at age 15 , which the actor refuted.
Following the press conference, Gold Medalist released a statement refuting the recording as “inauthentic” and claimed it was likely produced with the help of artificial intelligence (AI).
The controversy surrounding Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun began gaining attention on March 10 after the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute, which goes by the alias Hoverlab, broadcasted an interview featuring a woman identifying herself as Kim Sae Ron’s aunt. She alleged that there was some form of inappropriate relationship between the two actors.
Following her passing, the family of the deceased actress alleged that Kim Soo Hyun requested the return of 700 million won (approximately US$476,969). According to them, this demand contributed to her emotional turmoil before she died. The family asserted that these funds were initially offered by both Kim Soo Hyun and Gold Medalist with the intention of mitigating the consequences stemming from her situation. 2022 DUI incident , which significantly affected her professional journey.
The Gold Medalist has refuted all claims regarding an inappropriate relationship with someone underaged, asserting that their connection started in mid-2019, following Kim Sae Ron turning 18, and continued up until late 2020. Additionally, the agency representing them has stated that they have taken legal steps against both Garo Sero Institute and the person purporting to be Kim Sae Ron’s aunt.
In spite of these denials, the scandal has considerably damaged Kim Soo Hyun’s public reputation. He has lost multiple prominent endorsement deals, experienced a notable drop in his social media following, and allegedly faced other repercussions. stepped down from his role as South Korea’s top-earning actor .
By the age of 37, Kim Soo Hyun has become one of South Korea’s leading actors, gaining international acclaim through his performances in hit series like "Dream High," "The Moon That Embraces the Sun," "My Love from Another Star," "It’s Okay, That’s Love," and "Tears of the Queen."
Kim Sa Eon passed away at the age of 25 in her residence in Seoul on February 16. Officials have determined that her death was not due to any criminal activity, and her memorial service took place on February 19.
Prior to her passing, she gained recognition for her leading part in the 2009 movie "A Brand New Life." This achievement made her the most youthful South Korean actress to walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. Additionally, she held the distinction of being the youngest candidate ever nominated for Best Actress at the Baeksang Arts Awards.
Following the DUI incident in 2022, her professional journey declined sharply, resulting in the termination of several acting positions and advertising contracts.