Actor Kim Soo-hyun held an emotional press conference on March 31 to address the growing controversy surrounding his alleged relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron during her teenage years. The 37-year-old actor tearfully denied the allegations and vowed to prove his innocence, but did not allow reporters to ask any questions.
Kim Soo-hyun vs. Kim Sae-ron: Crying vs. Calm
While Kim’s appearance was expected to help sway public opinion, the opposite occurred. Many netizens felt the press conference lacked accountability and further fueled skepticism.
Amid the backlash, a viral post has resurfaced showing a stark contrast between how Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron handled media scrutiny. The post highlighted Kim Sae-ron’s composed demeanor during her DUI scandal in 2022, when she was in her early 20s.
Despite facing intense press attention and public criticism at the time, Kim Sae-ron calmly addressed reporters’ tough questions. In one particular clip shared by the original poster (OP), she responds to allegations about faking financial struggles, stating, “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 continued, “This won’t happen again in the future. I’m sorry.” The clip shows Sae-ron answering questions while walking, maintaining a calm and respectful attitude throughout.
The OP captioned the post, “Now, take a look at the 37-year-old Kim Soo Hyun, who kept crying until the end while making his speech. He didn’t even let the reporters ask questions.”
Netizens’ Reactions
According to Koreaboo, netizens widely agreed with the post, commending Kim Sae-ron for her honesty and courage:
- “Because one of them faced their mistakes honestly. She answered with the truth, genuinely reflecting on her wrongdoings. But the other person just wants to cover up the truth. What he says are just lines, trying to dodge the key issues. And he has always believed that he did nothing wrong.”
- “Wow… Kim Sae-ron is so calm… And even without anyone protecting her, she can answer so calmly… I really admire her!”
- “What broke her wasn’t the drunk driving or the debt—it was the subsequent online harassment, the smear campaign and persecution by Lee, and the heartlessness of the male celebrity.”
- “She’s really so beautiful”
- “When I first saw this clip, I thought it was a scene from a TV drama. Later, I realized it was an actual interview. I really admire her strong presence and the courage to face her mistakes head-on.”
As Garo Sero Research Institute continues to release alleged evidence tied to Kim Soo-hyun’s past relationship with Kim Sae-ron, the contrast between the two stars’ approaches to media scrutiny is becoming a focal point for public opinion. While Kim Soo-hyun pleads his case emotionally, many netizens now see Kim Sae-ron’s quiet strength and directness as a powerful reflection of accountability, further shaping the narrative surrounding the ongoing controversy.
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