On March 31, Kim Soo-hyun held a pivotal press conference to address the recent dating allegations involving Kim Sae-ron, which were brought to light by the Garosero Research Institute. The event attracted a range of media representatives eager to document the unfolding developments.
One notable attendee was Kim Se-ui, the journalist behind the controversial YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute, known for its provocative content. However, reports from EDaily suggest that Kim Se-ui was reportedly removed from the press conference, escalating the tension surrounding the event.
Prior to the press conference, Kim Se-ui posted a provocative video on their YouTube channel titled, “[On-site Dispatch] S*x Offender Kim Soo Hyun Press Conference,”indicating plans to attend the event. During the initial moments of the live broadcast, Se-ui entered the press conference venue, capturing footage of Kim Soo-hyun as he arrived and took his seat. However, just ten minutes into the livestream, organizers allegedly intervened, leading to his exit from the venue.
Although the livestream ended abruptly, Kim Se-ui continued broadcasting from outside, opting not to comment further on the situation. This segment reportedly attracted around 30,000 views, highlighting the public interest in the unfolding drama.
Key Highlights from Kim Soo-hyun’s Press Conference
During the press conference, Kim Soo-hyun, accompanied by his legal team, took the opportunity to clarify the dating allegations that have been circulating. The Garosero Research Institute had previously claimed that Kim Soo-hyun was involved in a grooming situation, suggesting a problematic six-year relationship with Kim Sae-ron, who was said to be a minor at the time.
Kim Soo-hyun addressed these allegations head-on, affirming that while he had indeed dated Kim Sae-ron, their relationship did not occur while she was underage. He stated:
“I didn’t date Kim Sae-ron when she was a minor. Aside from being actors, we were just like every other couple. We shared good feelings, eventually parted ways, and lost contact, which is common in most relationships.”
He further elaborated on the context of his previous denial regarding their relationship, particularly in light of the airing of his drama, Queen of Tears, in 2024. His remarks included:
“We dated for about a year, four years before Queen of Tears was broadcast. During that time, I denied our relationship and understand the criticism that followed.”
He expressed concern about the implications of acknowledging their past relationship while promoting the drama:
“When ‘Queen of Tears’ was airing, I had responsibilities as the lead actor. Admitting to a year-long relationship could have jeopardized the efforts of our entire cast, crew, and even the staff at our agency.”
In a decisive move, Kim Soo-hyun’s legal team announced that they have lodged a defamation lawsuit against Kim Sae-ron’s family and the Garosero Research Institute, signaling their commitment to defend his reputation amid these serious allegations.