A controversy swirls around an audio note attributed to Kim Sae Ron, with claims it was fabricated by YouTuber Lee Jin Ho. Chinese fans have presented evidence suggesting the audio was manipulated, sparking heated debates online. The issue centers on the authenticity of the recording, which allegedly contained sensitive details about Kim Sae Ron’s personal life.
Audio Editing Allegations
On March 19, 2025, YouTuber Lee Jin Ho released an audio clip where Kim Sae Ron supposedly discussed her “marriage” and “pregnancy.” However, Chinese netizens now allege that the audio was edited. A Chinese X account, 길티아카이브 시즌2(@Queenarchive2), shared a post stating, “The audio of Kim Sae Ron released by Lee Jin Ho was edited later.” The post further explained that an analysis of the audio’s waveform revealed multiple cuts before Kim Sae Ron’s sentences, indicating potential tampering. Screenshots of this analysis were also shared.
Chinese netizens have discovered that the leaked recording about Kim Sae ron and Kim Soo hyun, which was revealed by Lee Jinho, was fabricated. https://t.co/AIQtkEyuBA
— Translating misogyny in Korea (@translatingsk) March 19, 2025
Netizen Reactions
The allegations sparked widespread outrage. Many netizens criticized Lee Jin Ho for potentially fabricating the audio. One netizen questioned, “Was it really worth it? Why fabricate something just for views?” Others expressed concern about the credibility of Lee Jin Ho’s YouTube channel, with one stating, “I wonder how many of his 1.4K videos are also fabricated.” Many users thanked the Chinese netizens for bringing the alleged manipulation to light. “I love these Chinese fans so much; they’re so cool,” one user commented.
Was it all worth it, why fabricate something just for views?
Reports from Instiz claim the leaked audio originated from Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, GOLDMEDALIST. It was allegedly leaked by the agency’s manager, Kwak Tae Young. In the recording, Kim Sae Ron reportedly spoke to a former manager, detailing her alleged marriage, pregnancy, and subsequent abortion. She also claimed that the images she posted on Instagram, featuring a mysterious man, were of her husband, and that he uploaded those pictures with the caption “Marry.”
The ongoing debate centers on whether Lee Jin Ho manipulated the audio to create a sensational story. The authenticity of the audio remains in question.
