Actor Kim Soo Hyun held an emergency press conference on March 31 in response regarding suspicions concerning his alleged past relationship with actress Kim Sae Ron when she was underage.
The press conference, replete with Kim’s emotional demeanor and complete unwillingness to entertain questions, has drawn extensive public criticism.
Kim, 37, tearfully denied the allegations but did not provide substantial clarification, vowing instead to prove his innocence in the future.
“I am deeply sorry for the concerns this has caused. I will do my best to resolve this matter,” he stated.
But his approach seemed to have the opposite impact, fueling public fury even more.
In contrast, many also noted how Kim Sae Ron handled her controversy cooly after being publicly criticized amid a DUI accident in 2022.
A viral post contrasted the two incidents, noting the calm and straightforward way in which Sae Ron responded to reporters.
When confronted about claims of financial struggles after her DUI, she responded,
“I never claimed that I was in a difficult situation. It’s true that I worked part-time, and it’s also true that the penalty fees are very high.” She added, “This won’t happen again in the future. I’m sorry.”
The stark difference in their public responses sparked debate online.
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“Because one of them faced their mistakes honestly,” one netizen commented.
“She answered with the truth, genuinely reflecting on her wrongdoings. But the other person just wants to cover up the truth.”
Another user wrote, “Wow… Kim Sae Ron is so calm… And even without anyone protecting her, she can answer so calmly… I really admire her!”
Meanwhile, additional photos released by Garo Sero Research Institute allegedly depict Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron together when she was a teenager, intensifying public scrutiny.
The actor has not responded to the latest allegations.
Public Reaction and Industry Impact
While conversations take their course on the internet, the entertainment industry is watching closely.
Some experts suggest that Kim Soo Hyun’s reputation could suffer significant damage if he does not take clearer action to address the controversy.
“The way a celebrity handles a crisis can make or break their career,” said entertainment analyst Park Ji-hoon.
“Right now, the public feels like he’s evading accountability, and that is not helping his case.”
Kim Soo Hyun has yet to release any further statements regarding the allegations or the backlash following his press conference.
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