Controversy Surrounds Sulli’s Brother After Personal Revelations
Choi Dae Hee, the elder brother of the late K-pop star Sulli, is facing intense backlash from netizens after disclosing details regarding Sulli’s past relationships during a recent live social media broadcast. Reports from Sports Kyunghyang on April 2, 2025, indicate that he announced Sulli had been in a one-year relationship with Block B’s P.O. prior to her well-known romance with Choiza.
Brother Reveals Past Relationship Details
In his live stream, Choi Dae Hee detailed that P.O had visited their home and enjoyed wine with him while he was dating Sulli, clarifying the timeline of her relationships. He highlighted that Sulli’s romance with P.O came before her involvement with Choiza, who is a member of the Dynamic Duo group. He further characterized P.O as a kind individual, but this has not alleviated the criticism directed at him.
Past Relationships and Public Scrutiny
Sulli, whose real name was Choi Jin-ri, was romantically linked to Choiza from September 2013 until March 2017. Their relationship was notorious for facing excessive public scrutiny and cruelty, leading to severe mental health challenges for Sulli.
Accusations Against Kim Soo-hyun and Lee Sa-rang
Choi Dae Hee’s controversial comments come on the heels of shocking accusations he leveled against actor Kim Soo-hyun and director Lee Sa-rang. He alleged that they coerced Sulli into filming explicit scenes without the use of a body double for her role in the 2017 film, Real. This prompted considerable public interest and debate, particularly because of the recent controversies surrounding Kim Soo-hyun related to another actress, Kim Sae-ron, particularly when she was a minor.
Public Reaction to the Revelations
The backlash against Choi Dae Hee intensified as many netizens took to forums like The Qoo and social media platforms like X. Users condemned him for airing Sulli’s personal details that they deemed inappropriate and unnecessary, especially in light of the ongoing situation involving Kim Soo-hyun. One commenter expressed hope that such revelations would not lead to more unwarranted drama and called for Sulli to be allowed to rest peacefully.
“I just hope people don’t use this to create more unnecessary drama. Let her rest in peace,”commented a netizen on X.
Negative sentiments circulated widely online, with netizens questioning Choi Dae Hee’s motives. Some accused him of attempting to profit from Sulli’s legacy rather than honoring her memory. Comments ranged from frustration to disappointment, signaling a growing concern about respect for the late artist’s personal life.
“I’m sorry but it seems like the brother has lost the plot,”wrote another netizen.
Responses to Sulli’s Brother’s Remarks
As the discussion unfolded, many users defended confidentiality, emphasizing that unless P.O had committed a major wrongdoing, there was little justification for airing Sulli’s private life posthumously. Furthermore, netizens questioned the reasoning behind involving P.O in this current conflict, given that he was not linked directly to the allegations against Kim Soo-hyun.
“Unless P.O did something horrible, he shouldn’t have revealed this. It’s Sulli’s private life,”wrote another user.
Many expressed disillusionment towards Choi Dae Hee, suggesting that his actions might stem from an ulterior motive to leverage his sister’s fame rather than to protect her legacy.
Further Accusations and Ramifications
On March 29, Choi Dae Hee alleged that Kim Soo-hyun and Lee Sa-rang pressured Sulli into filming bed scenes during the production of Real. He shared his grief over Sulli’s death and highlighted concerns about the circumstances surrounding her tragic passing.
“I could not overlook the death of the late Kim Sae-ron as if it were someone else’s business. I extend my deepest condolences to Kim Sae-ron’s family,” he stated, as reported by The Korea Times.
Choi reiterated his demand for accountability regarding Sulli’s treatment on the set, questioning why she was persuaded to perform explicit scenes despite the presence of a body double. The film Real, released in 2017, features graphic content and has since been a source of controversy, especially regarding the mental health of its actors.
Tragically, Sulli passed away in October 2019, with authorities determining her death to be self-inflicted. This ongoing discussion reflects a broader conversation about mental health in the entertainment industry and the importance of safeguarding the privacy of artists.