Actor Kim Soo-hyun is at the center of a growing controversy surrounding allegations that he was in a romantic relationship with late actress Kim Sae-ron when she was underage. The claim, made by YouTube channel Hoverlab, has sparked widespread criticism and potentially damaged his image.
Kim’s agency, Gold Medalist, strongly denied the allegations as “completely false,” vowing to take “strongest possible legal action” against those making them. However, Hoverlab released a photo showing Kim kissing Sae-ron on the cheek, fueling speculation about their relationship.
The backlash has been swift, with many calling for him to be dropped from a popular music show and for companies that have signed him as a brand ambassador to reevaluate their partnerships. Homeplus, a major grocery chain, recently hired him to help revamp its image, but said there was no change in plans until the situation is assessed.
Kim’s upcoming Disney+ series, “Knock-Off,” which explores the global counterfeit market during the 1997 Asian financial crisis, has also been affected by the scandal. The release date remains uncertain due to the controversy surrounding Kim’s personal life.
Source: https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2025/03/398_394055.html