Revelations Surrounding Kim Sae-ron’s Tragic Death
On March 20, South Korean YouTuber Lee Jin-ho, known as @Behind_Master, disclosed a purported phone call recording involving Kim Sae-ron’s friend and her manager. In this recording, the friend suggests that the actress’s late husband might have played a significant role in her untimely passing.
According to the claims voiced in the phone call, Kim Sae-ron was allegedly married to a Korean American at the time of her death. Lee Jin-ho further asserts that she was pregnant during this tumultuous period. The friend recounted episodes of alleged abuse, sharing that Kim suffered mistreatment during her visits to her husband in the United States. However, the exact timeline regarding her marriage or her visits remains undisclosed, leaving many questions unanswered.
Additionally, the friend claims to possess photographic evidence of injuries, including a notable bruise on Kim Sae-ron’s neck, allegedly inflicted by her spouse. The disturbing phone call reveals that the husband additionally attempted to intimidate the friend through abusive messages. Despite this, she chose not to engage in conflict for the sake of Kim.
“He hit her and caused trouble. I have photos of the assault. I wanted to swear at him, too, but I didn’t respond for the sake of Sae-ron. But he called from another number and cursed at me. Sae-ron said she was so sorry to me. It’s not official, but we suspect she passed away because of him. He continuously verbally attacked and threatened her,”as translated by Kbizoom.
The speculation regarding Kim’s marital status was intensified when Jin-ho released another alleged recording featuring Kim Sae-ron and her staff. This recording appeared to suggest a romantic relationship between them, as they had posted couple pictures on Instagram and engaged with each other’s content online. Nevertheless, the prevailing public perception remains that Kim was unmarried; no authoritative sources have confirmed the reports of her marriage or pregnancy.
For background, it’s noteworthy that Lee Jin-ho is currently facing legal actions initiated by Kim Sae-ron’s family. They are contesting his assertions about her purported relationship with actor Kim Soo-hyun, labeling it as fabricated. The recent video that included the phone call recording marks Jin-ho’s potential rebuttal to the backlash he has received.
Competing Narratives on the Cause of Kim Sae-ron’s Death
In a pointed contrast to the narratives put forth by the Garosero Research Institute, which reported that Kim Sae-ron’s demise was linked to a six-year relationship with Kim Soo-hyun, Lee Jin-ho delivered claims suggesting a different sequence of events. On March 11, Garosero’s report revealed accusations of grooming, pointing out a 12-year age gap between the two and highlighting that Kim was only 15 when their relationship allegedly began.
The report alleged that the relationship dissolved following Kim Sae-ron’s DUI incident in 2022, whereupon Kim Soo-hyun and his agency, Gold Medalist, allegedly provided her with 700 million KRW to navigate the situation. It was further claimed that the agency sought repayment in 2024, creating financial pressures that Kim struggled to manage. Reportedly, attempts to contact Kim Soo-hyun for assistance yielded no response, ultimately leading her to a tragic conclusion.
Garosero Research Institute’s assertions also suggested a chilling coincidence: Kim Sae-ron passed away on February 16, coinciding with Kim Soo-hyun’s birthday, potentially intensifying the speculation surrounding the circumstances of her death. Meanwhile, Lee Jin-ho proposes an alternative perspective, igniting controversy and discussions among fans and netizens about the true events leading to Kim Sae-ron’s passing, which has been categorized as a suicide.
The ongoing discourse reflects broader societal issues, including the effects of domestic abuse and the complexities surrounding relationships within the entertainment industry. As this narrative evolves, it remains imperative for the public to approach the unfolding information with a critical lens.