Actor Kim Soo-hyun's side rebutted the unilateral claims of "Garoseyaro Research Institute" (hereafter referred to as Gaseyeon) as "clear falsehoods." In response, alongside a neutral opinion of "Let's watch and see," the majority of netizens are expressing their hope that "I wish it's not true."
On the afternoon of the 10th, Kim Soo-hyun's agency Goldmedalist announced, "The claims made by Garoseyaro Research Institute through YouTube broadcasts regarding actor Kim Soo-hyun are clear falsehoods," and warned of legal action.
They further stated, "Gaseyeon claimed that our company and actor Kim Soo-hyun conspired with YouTuber Lee Jin-ho to harass the late actress Kim Sae-ron, alleging that Kim Sae-ron dated Kim Soo-hyun from the age of 15, that the agency's response during Kim Sae-ron's drunk driving incident was unjust, and that a manager affiliated with our company has a relationship with YouTuber Lee Jin-ho. Many malicious claims have been made against our company and actor Kim Soo-hyun, all of which are utterly unacceptable falsehoods. We will consider the most stringent legal responses available against the libelous claims by Garoseyaro Research Institute," they emphasized in their official stance.
They added, "We are deeply saddened and mourning the news of the passing of the late actress Kim Sae-ron, who was once a part of our company. However, Gaseyeon's dissemination of such false claims mirrors the behavior of what is referred to as 'cyberbullying' that the deceased struggled with in her lifetime, merely damaging not only our reputation but also that of the deceased for their own benefit. We will respond firmly to this matter."
Additionally, Kim Soo-hyun's side requested, "We earnestly ask that baseless rumors that hold no value are no longer spread, expanded, or reproduced."
In response, netizens largely agree that the claims of the bereaved family and Kim Soo-hyun's side are in sharp opposition, and suggest that it is best to observe for now as it could lead to another victim of witch hunting. Reactions included, "Let's wait and see," "The content presents such shocking claims that it seems best to wait before casting any criticism," "I hope this situation is resolved clearly through strong response," "It's frustrating to see people pour blame like hunters looking for a single cause every time something arises," "I will just wait until it becomes clear without siding with anyone," and "I really hope these are falsehoods."
Meanwhile, according to the Seongdong Police Station on the 16th of last month, Kim Sae-ron was found collapsed at home. She was 25 years old.
Last April, the deceased stirred controversy by quickly deleting a photo on social media that showed her in a friendly pose with Kim Soo-hyun. In response, Goldmedalist's side said, "There is no truth to the rumors of a romantic relationship between Kim Soo-hyun and the deceased," and "The photos circulating online appear to have been taken while they were at the same agency in the past, and we cannot ascertain the intent behind Kim Sae-ron's actions."
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