K-Netizens Share Mixed Reactions to Late Kim Sae Ron’s Friend’s Emotional Interview Revealing Her Fight to Hold Onto “Queen Status” Amid Claims of Kim Soo Hyun’s Mistresses
South Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun is facing renewed controversy following explosive claims from a close friend of the late actress Kim Sae Ron. The friend’s revelations about Kim Sae Ron’s struggles during an alleged six-year relationship with Kim Soo Hyun have sent online communities into a frenzy.
Allegations from Kim Sae Ron’s Friend
In a covertly recorded meeting, an unnamed friend of Kim Sae Ron shared disturbing details about the late actress’s emotional turmoil. According to the friend, Kim Sae Ron “struggled for years to keep her queen status while dealing with mistresses” during her relationship with Kim Soo Hyun. The friend alleged that the relationship began when Kim Sae Ron was a minor and that Kim Soo Hyun’s supposed infidelities with “many concubines” caused her significant distress.
“Saeron has a lot of resentment towards Kim Soo Hyun. She says that when she was young, Kim Soo Hyun played around like that, and Saeron had to hold onto the queen’s position for six years, which was tough. Because of the many concubines Kim Soo Hyun took in, Saeron endured everything, including marriage.”
The friend also recounted a secret meeting with YouTuber Lee Jin Ho and a digital forensics expert, which she recorded without their knowledge. During this discussion, she expressed distrust toward their intentions, noting that she once visited Kim Sae Ron at a café to verify her claims after watching one of Lee Jin Ho’s videos. The meeting took a dramatic turn when Kim Sae Eui, a journalist from Garosero Research Institute (HoverLab), burst in after the friend ignored his calls, demanding an explanation. The forensics expert fled in a black Mercedes S-Class, while the friend handed the recording transcript to Kim Sae Eui.
K-Netizens’ Reactions
The interview has sparked widespread outrage and debate among K-netizens. Social media platforms are abuzz with comments reflecting anger, sympathy, and skepticism:
“There’s so much evidence, don’t deny it.”
“Thank you, my friend…”
“I hope there are no other victims…”
“Kwak Tae Young: Director at Run Entertainment, former manager of Han Ga In and Kim Ha Neul, was trying to raise actress Saeron, a friend of Lee Jin Ho, appeared in the celebrity talk recording.”
“The recording where Lee Jin Ho went to find Saeron’s friend to persuade them. It’s ridiculous how some people are blindly trusting Kim Se Eui while saying ‘believe this’ when there’s no opinion from Kim Se Eui, just a literal transcription of the recording.”
“This friend was the first one to arrive at the funeral and stayed there for three days until the end. They didn’t fall for the persuasion attempts and secretly recorded the conversation.
Saeron started dating when she was a minor, and I’ve heard everything Kim Soo Hyun did to her. It’s unforgivable.
Kim Soo Hyun told Saeron that he thought she might try to push him out, and Saeron believes the cause of her pain is 70% Kim Soo Hyun, 25% Lee Jin Ho, and 5% New York.”
“Wow…”
“Everyone probably guessed it already… He kept cheating and mentally torturing the deceased until the end… and now he’s threatening to pay back a mere 700 million KRW (approx. 525,000 USD) twice and pushed someone to the edge.”
“This is scarier than I thought… Tryin”
Some netizens praised the friend’s loyalty, noting that she was the first to arrive at Kim Sae Ron’s funeral and stayed for three days, resisting persuasion attempts during the secret meeting.
Kim Soo Hyun and Gold Medalist’s Response
Gold Medalist, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, has previously denied allegations of a romantic relationship between the actor and Kim Sae Ron, labeling them “baseless” and “malicious.” The agency threatened legal action against rumor-spreaders but has not yet issued a specific response to the friend’s latest claims. Reports suggest that Gold Medalist has employed crisis management strategies, including hiring firms and allegedly using paid users to promote positive content about Kim Soo Hyun online, further fueling public skepticism.
Wider Implications
The controversy has cast a shadow over Kim Soo Hyun’s career, with brands like Prada and Dinto reportedly cutting ties with the actor. It has also reignited discussions about power dynamics and accountability in the entertainment industry, particularly regarding the treatment of young actors. As the situation develops, netizens remain divided, with some demanding justice for Kim Sae Ron and others urging caution until more evidence emerges.
