A recent spotlight has fallen on Kim Soo Hyun’s Instagram post from his birthday, the same day actress Kim Sae Ron passed away. The timing, following their recent controversy, has caused a stir among netizens.
Birthday Post Under Scrutiny
On February 16, 2025, Kim Soo Hyun celebrated his birthday. He posted a thank-you message to his fans, showcasing the numerous gifts, balloons, and flowers he received. This date, however, coincided with the passing of Kim Sae Ron, who was found dead in her apartment.
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Netizen Reactions and Allegations
After the news of Kim Soo Hyun’s alleged relationship with Kim Sae Ron surfaced, netizens began re-examining his birthday post. Many expressed disapproval of celebrities continuing to accept lavish gifts from fans, a practice increasingly rejected by other stars.
Comments from netizens included:
“F*ck.” “A psychopath!” “You’re not a human, but a beast.” “It makes me disillusioned that he’s still accepting gifts from fans. Recently, it’s more favored not to.” “Trash.”
Furthermore, Kim Sae Ron’s aunt reportedly blamed Kim Soo Hyun for her death, citing his involvement with the company that filed a lawsuit against her.
It was alleged that the company had previously covered a 70 million won fee for Kim Sae Ron following a DUI incident. At the time, Kim Soo Hyun reportedly told her she did not need to repay the debt. However, in 2024, the company suddenly filed a lawsuit demanding repayment.
A message, allegedly from Kim Sae Ron to Kim Soo Hyun dated March 19, 2024, surfaced via Korean media on March 11, 2025. In it, she reportedly pleaded for more time to settle the debt. This message came out the day after their relationship controversy became public.
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