Kim Soo Hyun’s past comments about working with a “married and older” actress have resurfaced, adding fuel to the ongoing controversy surrounding his alleged relationship with Kim Sae Ron. The actor faces criticism for both his past remarks and the timeline of his relationship with Kim Sae Ron.
Old Interview Sparks New Outrage
An old interview from 2012 has come back to light. At that time, Kim Soo Hyun, then 24, discussed his experience working with Han Ga In on “The Moon Embracing The Sun.” According to Naver, Kim Soo Hyun said, “I was able to lessen my burden by working with Han Ga In, an older actress. Since she is married, I was worried that we wouldn’t be able to work well together.”
Han Ga In is six years older than Kim Soo Hyun. Netizens have expressed anger over these comments, labeling them as inappropriate and disrespectful towards older women.
Dating Controversy and Conflicting Timelines
This resurfaced interview comes amid a dating scandal involving Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron. The controversy centers around the timeline of their alleged relationship, especially concerning Kim Sae Ron’s age.
Reports suggest their relationship began in 2015, when Kim Sae Ron was 15 years old. Kim Soo Hyun was 27 at the time, making him 13 years older.
GOLDMEDALIST, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, stated that their romantic involvement occurred between 2019 and 2020, when Kim Sae Ron was an adult. However, Kim Sae Ron’s past statements contradict this, claiming their relationship began in 2015.
Agency’s Response and Financial Aid Claims
GOLDMEDALIST also clarified that Kim Soo Hyun did not provide financial assistance to Kim Sae Ron, despite her reported financial difficulties, including a 700 million KRW debt. The agency said Kim Soo Hyun was advised against involving himself in her financial problems and did not respond to her requests for help.
The ongoing scandal is impacting Kim Soo Hyun’s career. His professional standing faces a significant challenge, and the public is watching how he will address these allegations.
