Actor Won Bin, known for his reclusive lifestyle since his 2010 film The Man from Nowhere, attended the funeral of Kim Sae Ron on February 17. The 25-year-old actress was found deceased at her Seoul home on February 16, with police ruling out foul play but continuing to investigate the circumstances .
Won Bin, who starred alongside Kim Sae Ron in the critically acclaimed movie The Man from Nowhere, arrived at Seoul’s Asan Medical Center funeral hall visibly distraught. He and his wife, actress Lee Na Young, sent a condolence wreath with the message:
“We pray for the repose of the soul of the deceased.” —Won Bin and Lee Na Young’s condolence wreath .
The duo’s on-screen bond in the 2010 film, where Won Bin played a protective former agent and Kim Sae Ron portrayed a kidnapped child, left a lasting impression on audiences. The movie’s success cemented Kim Sae Ron’s reputation as a child acting prodigy .
Industry Mourns Kim Sae Ron’s Sudden Passing
Actors Han So Hee and Kim Bo Ra joined Won Bin at the funeral. Kim Bo Ra, a close friend of the late actress, sent a wreath with a heartfelt note:
“When we meet again, I’ll nag you less.” —Kim Bo Ra’s condolence message .
Other tributes poured in from celebrities like Ma Dong Seok, Gong Myung, bands FTISLAND and ASTRO’s MJ and Jinjin, and agencies such as Blitzway Studio. YouTube channel CEO Kim Se Ui and actress Seo Ye Ji also paid respects through floral wreaths and social media posts .
Circumstances Surrounding Kim Sae Ron’s Death
Kim Sae Ron was discovered unconscious at her Seongdong-gu residence by a friend on February 16. Police confirmed no signs of forced entry or criminal activity but are investigating potential causes, including mental health struggles linked to recent career challenges .
The actress faced public scrutiny after a 2022 drunk driving incident, where she crashed into a transformer, causing a power outage. She was fined 20 million won, and her agency contract was terminated shortly after. Despite attempts to return to acting, including a role in Netflix’s Bloodhounds, her scenes were heavily edited post-accident .
Kim Sae Ron’s Career Highlights and Struggles
Debuting as a child model in 2001, Kim Sae Ron rose to fame with The Man from Nowhere at age 10. She earned the Best New Actress award at the Korean Film Awards and starred in projects like The Queen’s Classroom and Mirror of the Witch .
However, her career stalled after the DUI scandal. She briefly worked at a café in 2024 and planned to open her own business before her untimely death .
Final Farewell
Kim Sae Ron’s funeral proceedings will take place at the Seoul Asan Medical Center’s funeral hall in Pungnap 2-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul.
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