The popular actor Ahn Hyo Seophas filed a legal complaint against the former trainee Han Seo Heewho was charged with defaming the actor with leaking private chats.
The scandalous chat
Ahn Hyo Seop, the star of hit dramas such as Abyss and Dr. Romantic 2, has been embroiled in a controversy after his private chat with Han Seo Hee, a former trainee and internet celebrity, was leaked online on January 29, 2024. The chat showed that Han Seo Hee contacted Ahn Hyo Seop after 20 years of no contact and asked him to meet her at a luxury hotel in Gangnam. Ahn Hyo Seop, however, rejected her advances and expressed his discomfort with the situation. Han Seo Hee persisted and even posted a photo of herself at the hotel on her social media, implying that she had met the actor.
I dont even go here but here's the full translated kakaotalk messages between ahn hyoseop and han seohee. You can share it anywhere i dont care. Also suite room should be "master suite" room sorry https://t.co/o654kzbxkIpic.twitter.com/lyDWRaSeVf
The chat caused a huge uproar among netizens, who were shocked by Han Seo Hee’s behavior and sympathized with Ahn Hyo Seop. Fans of the actor urged his agency to take legal action against the former trainee for defaming his reputation and invading his privacy.
The legal action
Ahn Hyo Seop did not remain silent and decided to sue Han Seo Hee for defamation. According to an official report, the actor filed a complaint with the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency on February 12, 2024. He is being represented by lawyer Kim So Yeon, who is known for handling high-profile cases involving celebrities. The complaint lists offences based on the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, and Violations of the Special Act on the Punishment of Sexual Violence Crimes (using media). The actor is seeking compensation for the damages caused by the leaked chat and the false accusations made by Han Seo Hee.
Han Seo Hee, on the other hand, has denied leaking the chat and claimed that it was fabricated. She also accused Ahn Hyo Seop of lying and threatened to reveal more evidence to prove her innocence. However, it was reported by Money Today that Han Seo Hee herself shared the KakaoTalk screenshots in an open chat room called “Lonely Room”, where she often interacts with her fans and followers.
The public reaction
The public reaction to the scandal has been largely negative towards Han Seo Hee, who is notorious for being involved in various scandals with drugs and other celebrities. She has been criticized for her lack of remorse and respect for Ahn Hyo Seop, who is widely admired for his acting skills and personality. Many netizens have expressed their support for the actor and hoped that he would overcome this ordeal and continue his successful career.
an extraordinary actor, an actor loved by many fans, would not do things that could damage his good image,@ThePresent_twt Please protect your actors from cruel slander, take legal action so that in the future something like this does not happen again❤️❤️#ahnhyoseophttps://t.co/fZmBvi8faBpic.twitter.com/nkYt6ije79
Ahn Hyo Seop is currently in talks to star in the film adaptation of the popular web novel Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint, along with Lee Min Ho, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, Nana, and more. He is also expected to make a cameo appearance in the upcoming drama Hospital Playlist 2.
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