Kim Soo Hyun Scandal: Fans Question Alleged KakaoTalk Messages

Actor Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, has yet to respond following a press conference held on March 27, where the family of late actress Kim Sae Ron presented messages, videos, and an unsent letter as alleged evidence of an underage relationship. The claims have divided public opinion, with some questioning the authenticity of the materials.

Attorney Bu Ji Seok, representing Kim Sae Ron’s family, revealed that KakaoTalk messages allegedly exchanged between the two in June 2016 were reconstructed. While he maintained that the original data still exists, skeptics are raising concerns about the validity of the claims. Supporters of Soo Hyun argue that without direct verification, the messages cannot be considered conclusive evidence.

During the press event, Bu Ji Seok clarified that the reconstruction was done to protect sensitive personal details. He denied accusations of fabrication, stating that only private information had been redacted. However, doubts persist regarding the accuracy of the records, fueling heated discussions online.

Some of the alleged messages depict Kim Soo Hyun expressing affectionate sentiments, with phrases such as “Want to hug you,” and “When can I hold you?” Critics argue these messages indicate a romantic relationship before Kim Sae Ron reached adulthood, contradicting Gold Medalist’s previous statement that the two only dated after she became an adult.

The controversy first emerged on YouTube channel Garosero, where allegations surfaced regarding Kim Soo Hyun’s past interactions with Kim Sae Ron. While her family insists their relationship began when she was a minor, key details, including certain photographs used as supporting evidence, remain unverified.

Social media has erupted with mixed reactions. Some users have dismissed the allegations, arguing that manipulated chats could be easily created and that metadata verification is necessary. Others, however, maintain that the 12-year age gap and the nature of the messages raise serious ethical concerns, regardless of when the relationship began.

Kim Soo Hyun’s social media presence has been affected by the controversy, with a noticeable decline in Instagram followers. Fans continue to debate the credibility of the allegations, while his agency remains silent on the matter. Calls for a direct response from Kim Soo Hyun or Gold Medalist continue to grow as speculation intensifies.