The Garosero Research Institute (also known as HoverLab) has recently brought attention to what it claims is evidence of a past underage relationship involving Kim Soo Hyun, based on a report by Dispatch and KakaoTalk messages from 2018. This has led the institute to suggest a suspicious connection between Dispatch and the actor.
HoverLab’s Claims Based on 2018 Images
HoverLab released a report on March 29, stating that KakaoTalk images related to Kim Soo Hyun match details from photos previously uploaded by the late Kim Sae Ron in April 2018. Specifically, the institute pointed out that the fingernails visible in the KakaoTalk images from yesterday appear to be the same as those in a photo Kim Sae Ron posted on April 27, 2018.
Furthermore, HoverLab claimed that the hairstyle in a photo sent via KakaoTalk is identical to one from a picture taken on April 13, 2018. Based on these visual similarities, the research institute argued that this constitutes clear evidence of Kim Sae Ron being in a relationship as a minor.
Suspicion Around Dispatch’s Coverage of Kim Soo Hyun
The Garosero Research Institute has openly questioned Dispatch’s relationship with Kim Soo Hyun. They highlighted a past exclusive report from Dispatch about “Kim Sae Ron’s Holdem Pub,” which reportedly caused distress to the late actress.
At the same time, HoverLab mentioned rumors that Kim Soo Hyun had been romantically linked with several actresses and female K-pop group members. It was also brought up that he had reportedly dated multiple women while maintaining a close friendship with Kim Sae Ron for six years.
HoverLab found it odd that Dispatch seemed to only publish positive articles about Kim Soo Hyun. They quoted a past statement from Dispatch regarding the actor:
Even the prestigious actor Kim Soo Hyun is an entertainer that Dispatch has given up on. Although Dispatch tried hard to chase him, all they managed to get were some awkward photos and shots of him signing autographs for fans. They also mentioned his overly frequent visits to the bowling alley, jokingly saying he only goes to bowling alleys all the time.
The Garosero Research Institute argued that it is illogical for a well-informed media outlet like Dispatch to exclusively publish favorable content about Kim Soo Hyun.
Director Change and Controversy Surrounding the Movie ‘Real’
The report also touched upon the movie ‘Real,’ which centers around two men involved with Asia’s largest casino. HoverLab noted that the film’s director was changed during post-production from Lee Jeong Seob to Lee Sa Rang (now known as Lee Robe), who is the CEO of the production company and a family member of Kim Soo Hyun.
At the time of the change, Lee Sa Rang was making her directorial debut. The production company stated:
There were differences in the direction of the project, so the previous director stepped down. The post-production work is currently ongoing.
Following this, Lee Jeong Seob publicly criticized Kim Soo Hyun on social media, expressing his feelings with messages such as:
The same act of underminingโฆ Trauma XX.
He also commented on the media landscape:
The media law firm cartel in the entertainment industry gathers forces to purchase comment armies and create strategies that are sloppy and outdated. The public is like pigsโbarking a bit, and then quietly going away. This pattern works perfectly and the cartel is solid.
In another post, Lee Jeong Seob stated:
You should apologize to the deceased; after all, they are human. No change, only becoming more vicious and evolving.
Cha Eun Woo’s Absence from Funeral and Manager’s Involvement
According to the Garosero Research Institute, Cha Eun Woo, who was reportedly close to the late Kim Sae Ron, did not attend her funeral.
Furthermore, HoverLab reported that Cha Eun Woo’s manager, who allegedly has close ties to Kim Soo Hyun’s inner circle, contacted Kim Sae Ron’s family. Instead of engaging with the Garosero Research Institute, the manager reportedly offered to connect the family with other media outlets. It was also mentioned that the Garosero Research Institute advised Cha Eun Woo to dismiss his manager to avoid potential criticism.
