Rumors of a Relationship Between Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun Surface
On March 12, 2025, the prominent Korean media outlet Dispatch brought to light claims of a romantic involvement between the late actress Kim Sae-ron and actor Kim Soo-hyun. Known for its investigative journalism, Dispatch asserted that this relationship was widely recognized within the entertainment industry, although it contradicted Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, which firmly denied the allegations.
A source close to Kim Soo-hyun mentioned,
“Kim Sae-ron’s age is an issue, so they can never admit to their relationship.”
Further igniting the speculations, Dispatch referenced a wedding-themed photoshoot featuring Kim Sae-ron, which she released on January 8, 2025. Although the outlet acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding whether the controversies directly impacted her tragic demise, it suggested that media scrutiny, social media chatter, and personal challenges could have contributed to her struggles.
Financial Dispute between Kim Sae-ron and Gold Medalist Uncovered
In another report on the same date, Dispatch detailed a contentious financial issue between Kim Sae-ron and her former agency, Gold Medalist. The agency allegedly sent a certified letter in March 2024, claiming a debt of approximately 700 million won, which arose from damages paid on Kim’s behalf following a DUI incident in 2022.
The certified communication indicated that Kim was expected to repay this debt by December 31, 2023. However, when the repayment was not made, Gold Medalist cautioned her about potential legal repercussions. They later changed their stance, citing her financial difficulties as the reason for not pursuing repayment.
Such inconsistencies raised questions about the agency’s motivations; why issue a formal demand if repayment wasn’t intended? A spokesperson from Gold Medalist responded, emphasizing that the procedure was a necessary precaution for internal documentation and financial management.
Notably, Kim Sae-ron reportedly sold assets and utilized investment profits to settle over 200 million won in advertising penalties, yet her financial woes persisted. While the agency acknowledged her plight, the rationale behind the formal repayment request remains ambiguous.
A tragic turn of events occurred on February 16, 2025—Kim Sae-ron’s birthday coincidentally falling on the same day as Kim Soo-hyun’s. Dispatch later visited her residence and spoke to neighbors, with one recounting how she often appeared distressed and would sit on stairs, visibly upset.
While the precise effects of her financial predicament on her mental health are unknown, the situation raises significant concerns regarding the pressures she faced during her final months.
Allegations from Kim Sae-ron’s Aunt and Response from Gold Medalist
On March 10, 2025, STARNEWS reported accusations from Kim Sae-ron’s aunt, who claimed that both Kim Soo-hyun and Gold Medalist were responsible for amplifying the actress’s struggles. She alleged that financial pressures and the agency’s actions significantly impacted Kim’s life prior to her passing.
In an appearance on the YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute, she asserted that Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun had been linked romantically since 2015, when she was just 15 years old. This relationship reportedly lasted for six years and became further complicated when both signed with Gold Medalist in 2019.
Following Kim Sae-ron’s DUI incident, Gold Medalist allegedly covered 700 million KRW in damages, although the aunt claimed that Kim was later misled about her repayment obligations. According to her statement, Kim Sae-ron had sought out Kim Soo-hyun for clarification on this matter in 2024 but did not receive any response.
This lack of communication, coupled with financial difficulties, reportedly added to her distress. The family claims to possess evidence regarding the six-year relationship and has indicated plans to release it in the future.
In response, Gold Medalist denied all allegations, maintaining that Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron were never in a relationship. The agency further rejected claims of mishandling her DUI case or orchestrating media attacks against her.
“All claims made by Garosero Research Institute regarding Kim Soo-hyun through their YouTube broadcast are false.”
Additionally, Gold Medalist relaunched concerns about unsubstantiated claims linking them—and Kim Soo-hyun—to Kim Sae-ron’s struggles, stating their intent to take legal action against the YouTube channel for disseminating what they termed misinformation. The agency also expressed condolences over Kim Sae-ron’s passing while firmly rejecting the unfounded claims, urging the public to avoid circulating unverified information.
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