South Korean actor Kim Soo Hyun will not be attending his scheduled fan meeting in Taiwan, leaving fans confused and disappointed due to differing explanations from his agency and the event organizer. The cancellation comes at a time when the actor is facing public scrutiny over allegations about his past relationship with the late actress Kim Sae Ron.
The fan meeting was planned for March 30, 2025, as part of the Kaohsiung Cherry Blossom Festival, organized by Taiwan 7-Eleven. The event promised a 40-minute session with Kim Soo Hyun, with 200 fans selected via a lottery to attend. It was meant to be a major promotional event, complete with exclusive merchandise, and was set to mark his first public appearance since a recent scandal emerged.
Conflicting Statements on the Cancellation
On March 25, 2025, Taiwan 7-Eleven announced the cancellation through their official Instagram account, citing a schedule change as the reason. They promised full refunds for fans who had used OPENPOINT points to secure their spots.
“Performing guest Kim Soo Hyun is unable to attend the event ‘Kim Soo Hyun fanmeeting,’ originally scheduled for March 30, 2025, due to a schedule change. OPENPOINT points will be fully refunded to participating members. Sorry for the inconvenience caused.” — Taiwan 7-Eleven
In contrast, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, released a statement on the same day, claiming the event was postponed—not canceled—for safety reasons.
“Kim Soo Hyun’s Taiwanese brand event schedule has been postponed for safety reasons.” — Gold Medalist
These conflicting accounts have sparked confusion among fans and raised questions about the real reason behind the decision. Was it a logistical issue, as Taiwan 7-Eleven suggests, or a safety concern, as Gold Medalist claims? The lack of alignment between the two parties has only fueled speculation.
Backdrop of the Kim Sae Ron Scandal
The timing of the cancellation has drawn extra attention due to a controversy involving Kim Soo Hyun and the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Allegations surfaced recently on the YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute, where Kim Sae Ron’s family claimed that Kim Soo Hyun had dated her when she was a minor. They presented supposed evidence, including handwritten letters and a photo. However, Gold Medalist has firmly denied these claims, asserting that any relationship between the two began only after Kim Sae Ron reached adulthood.
Adding to the narrative, Kim Sae Ron’s husband also issued a statement through the same YouTube channel about his late wife, though specific details remain unclear. This ongoing scandal has kept Kim Soo Hyun in the spotlight, making the cancellation of his fan meeting a significant development.
Impact on Fans and Event Plans
The fan meeting’s cancellation has left many supporters disheartened. Fans were eagerly looking forward to seeing Kim Soo Hyun, especially given the recent turmoil. Reports also indicated that 50 police officers were to be deployed for security, underscoring the event’s scale and the level of interest it had generated.
For now, the conflicting reasons—schedule change versus safety concerns—leave the situation unresolved. Neither Gold Medalist nor Taiwan 7-Eleven has offered further clarification, and fans are left waiting for answers.
