Kim Soo Hyun’s legal representative, attorney Kim Jong Bok, clarified their stance on potential additional defamation lawsuits against Kim Sae Ron’s family. While they have filed suits related to sexual humiliation due to a recently released photo, they are currently refraining from further immediate action.
Legal Actions and Considerations
On March 20, 2025, Kim Soo Hyun’s side confirmed they filed criminal suits against Kim Sae Ron’s family and Garo Sero Research Institute. These suits address sexual humiliation stemming from a photo they released.
Attorney Kim Jong Bok, speaking to CBS NoCut News on March 21, 2025, stated that they are “reviewing potential legal actions, as per the first official statement.” He added, “As stated in yesterday’s statement, with the passing of former agency actress Kim Sae Ron, the agency is currently filled with grief and mourning. We believe the bereaved family is also sharing these sentiments, so for now, we are refraining from further legal actions as much as possible. We had no choice but to file a complaint this time because there was a risk that explicit photos of an extreme nature would continue to be released.”
This statement suggests that while they are prepared to take legal action, they are currently prioritizing respect for the mourning period.
Reactions and Counteractions
Korean media outlets have interpreted this as a sign that immediate legal action is unlikely. Conversely, Kim Sae Ron’s family has not initiated direct legal action against Kim Soo Hyun. They have, however, filed a defamation lawsuit against YouTuber Lee Jin Ho, who had released details of Kim Sae Ron’s private life.
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