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Kim Sae Ron’s alleged statement on dating Kim Soo Hyun
One part of the leaked exchange that’s now going viral on X shows Sae Ron’s conversation with her cousin, who claims how frustrated she is over journalists disturbing her about the rumoured relationship between the two stars. Sae Ron then shares an “official statement” she had prepared herself, but had not released publicly.
Here’s how the conversation played out (The details of conversation was first reported by Koreaboo)…
Cousin: “I saw an article saying that you are preparing a statement. I just saw it as I got off work now.”
Kim Sae Ron: “That’s not true. It’s a false report.”
Sae Ron told her cousin that although she wrote a statement, she doesn’t intend to release it, at least not yet. However, she shared the statement privately with her cousin.
Here’s Kim Sae Ron’s full statement…
“Hello, this is Kim Sae Ron. Firstly, I wish to apologize to everyone and the industry staff who were affected and confused by my careless actions. Although the media is reporting the rumours which have been spread as falsehoods, I wish to clearly state that that is untrue. The photo uploaded on my Instagram Stories was taken in 2016, and we were dating from November 19, 2015, to July 7, 2021.
But Gold Medalist is currently claiming that ‘they don’t know my intentions behind uploading it,’ and this completely does not match up with what they have been doing. I hope that they can come to recognize and apologize for their misdoings which caused me harm when I was still with the company. As an actress whose image is consumed by viewers, I am leaving this post in the belief that people need to be told the truth.”
Kim Soo Hyun’s old post about ‘ideal type of woman’ sparks backlash
Known for delivering some of the biggest hits in K-drama history, from Netflix’s chart-topping Queen of Tears to It’s Okay to Not Be Okay and My Love From Another Star, Kim Soo Hyun was once the actor fans worshipped and placed on a pedestal. But now, he’s on the brink of losing it all. And to make things worse, his old posts about his ‘ideal type’ are resurfacing on social media.
One post in particular, allegedly written back in 2008 on Cyworld, has received criticism for its possessive and emotionally charged tone. In the post, Kim Soo Hyun allegedly laid out his expectations from a partner, writing that she should “feel so sad because of me you’d want to give up everything and regret it all.” He added that no matter who she looks at, “you should only be thinking of me,” and above all, “never doubt me.”
He went on to say, “Don’t get involved in my business, it’s annoying,” admitting he’s “good at swearing” and has a hot temper. “But when I need you, you have to be there, because I crave attention,” he continued, adding that his partner should be quick to catch on or “you’re dead if you try to teach me.”
Toward the end, he mentioned frequently getting sick and even referenced his health issues, saying, “I have ventricular tachycardia and might need surgery.” He closed with, “Try to love me… and if you can’t, just leave me coldly, so I can cry my heart out.”
Netizens react to Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron dating controversy
As alleged screenshots and old posts surfaced, K-netz wasted no time calling for a boycott of Kim Soo Hyun. Even global K-drama fans are turning their backs on the Queen of Tears star, disturbed by his alleged possessive and emotionally intense comments. Many also accused him of grooming Sae Ron, who was a minor then. “So allegedly Kim Soo Hyun (27) dated Kim Sae Ron (15) and had a six-year relationship with her. This guy is a GROOMER,” one user wrote. Another said, “Oh god, I want to puke—he was my favorite until now.” A third chimed in, “Ewww, disgusting. Can’t even think.” Others pointed to an alleged photo of Kim Soo Hyun kissing Sae Ron, saying, “That doesn’t look like a friendly gesture. She was right this man is problematic.”
