Controversy Surrounds Kim Soo-hyun and Late Kim Sae-ron's Past Relationship

The controversy surrounding actor Kim Soo-hyun and the late Kim Sae-ron has escalated into a battle of truths. The focus of the debate has shifted to the late actress's past actions, raising concerns among fans and observers.

On the morning of March 25, a man identified as A, who claims to be Kim Sae-ron's former boyfriend, spoke to the media, suggesting that a figure referred to as 'the New York man' was responsible for the distress leading to her untimely death. This statement has drawn attention as it contradicts claims made by Kim Sae-ron's family and the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Research Institute,' which pointed fingers at Kim Soo-hyun and his agency, Gold Medalist.

A alleged that Kim Sae-ron and her family had a strained relationship, lacking communication during her life. He emphasized that the family was unaware of the 'New York man,' suggesting that they were not fully engaged with her struggles. A criticized the family's claims made through 'Garo Sero' regarding the factors contributing to Kim Sae-ron's tragic end.

This assertion directly counters various allegations surrounding Kim Sae-ron's death and her past with Kim Soo-hyun. Following her passing on February 16, Kim Sae-ron's family demanded an apology from Kim Soo-hyun and Gold Medalist, accusing them of negligence.

The family and 'Garo Sero' have claimed that Kim Soo-hyun was in a relationship with Kim Sae-ron for about six years, starting when she was a minor in middle school. They also alleged that Gold Medalist pressured Kim Sae-ron with a 700 million won penalty related to her drunk driving incident, claiming Kim Soo-hyun turned a blind eye to the situation. Additionally, they accused him of leaking private photos, including intimate ones, which sparked further controversy.

These allegations have led to accusations of 'grooming' against Kim Soo-hyun, who is a beloved actor both in South Korea and internationally. Criticism of him has flooded various social media platforms and online communities. Consequently, his appearances on the MBC variety show 'Good Day' were edited, and the release of his upcoming Disney+ series 'Nok Off' has been postponed indefinitely.

In response, Kim Soo-hyun's team has categorically denied all allegations, labeling them as defamatory and based on falsehoods. They previously stated that rumors of a romantic relationship stemming from photos released by Kim Sae-ron were unfounded, clarifying that they had dated from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020. They explained that by the time the rumors surfaced, they had already been separated for four years and both found it difficult to acknowledge their relationship publicly due to their celebrity status.

Gold Medalist also clarified that they did not pressure Kim Sae-ron regarding the penalty notice, asserting that it was a legal procedure to address losses incurred as her former agency. They further defended the photos shared, stating they were taken after both individuals had reached adulthood and criticized the notion of privacy invasion.

As new claims about Kim Sae-ron's past emerge, the discourse surrounding her relationship with Kim Soo-hyun continues to evolve. Some observers caution that the focus on Kim Soo-hyun's alleged grooming of a minor could overshadow the complexities of the situation. Currently, there has been no additional official statement from Kim Soo-hyun's side regarding A's claims.