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Pink Villa
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why is Hyeri apologizing to fans amid Wootae dating rumors? Reveals being 'attacked for a long time'
South Korean actress Hyeri has been making headlines lately, not for a new drama casting, but for her alleged love life. As per July 1 report by K-media outlet Sports Donga, she has been dating in a year-long relationship with dancer Wootae. Amid her agency's unclear response regarding the dating rumors and mounting speculations on the same, she apologized to her fans. Hyeri's first communication with fans amid Wootae dating row On July 4, Hyeri took to the fan communication platform Bubble and expressed her love and concern regarding her fans. She mentioned being unable to sleep because of missing them too much. As the text came at the early hour of 7 AM, an irritated fan replied, "This is the first time I've seen a celebrity who doesn't think of the fans at all and sends messages at 7 AM." The Friendly Rivalry actress apologized for that, and promised to be more mindful from then on. She sent texts that read, "I am so sorry. I will make sure to check before sending!" and "I hope you know I am always thankful and sorry and love you all. I'll do better! Thanks." On seeing that, a lot of fans swarmed in to cheer her up, saying she neither needed to care for nor apologize to people who say "bad things" to her. Did Hyeri indirectly address her private life deets with Ryu Jun Yeol and Wootae? Among her Bubble messages, one particular text broke fans' hearts. It read, "I've been attacked for a long time, so I'm honestly okay. But I am sad when I hear that you guys are hurt." It might be an indication to the hate she received following the news of her breakup with Ryu Jun Yeol and also after the latest news of her alleged romantic relationship with Street Man Fighter's Wootae was reported. Many ridiculed her claiming that the two men she's linked up with, have similar facial features, which shows her taste in men. Her agency Sublime's "it [Wootae dating news] seems difficult to confirm" statement didn't help either. Amid all these, fans hoped their positive comments will give her strength of endurance.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron row; the actor's lawyer called in for questioning—find out what happened
Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron 's case has seen another legal development recently. Major lawsuits have been filed by both parties, and the official authorities have been pushing forward with investigations adamantly. Recently, it has been revealed that the Seoul Gangnam Police Station investigated and interrogated Kim Soo Hyun's official lawyer concerning the ongoing case and lawsuits. Kim Soo Hyun's legal representative was interrogated by the police As per reports from K-media news outlet Sports Donga, actor Kim Soo Hyun's lawyer has recently been interrogated by the Seoul Gangnam Police Station. On June 18, Attorney Bang Sung Hoon was summoned to the police station by the authorities concerning the defamation lawsuit filed by the 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' actor against HoverLab CEO Kim Se Eui and the late Kim Sae Ron's family. The investigation has intensified after Kim Soo Hyun filed another lawsuit for spreading false information on June 23. As per a spokesperson from the police, shared in the reports, they are planning on setting up an interrogation with the suspect as well. The statement read, 'We plan to coordinate an appearance date with the suspect (Garosero) and conduct an investigation soon.' Why have the lawsuits been filed? Previously, Kim Sae Ron's family and HoverLab had held a press conference, where they had made claims that the deceased actress and Kim Soo Hyun had been in a relationship since she was a minor. The press conference was used to release an alleged audio of the actress sharing details about the relationship with a whistleblower. They also claimed that the alleged whistleblower was attacked by two individuals and was even offered money by Soo Hyun's agency to keep quiet and not release the audio file. The actor strongly denied the allegations, and the authorities officially debunked the audio and the claims about the alleged whistleblower being attacked. Kim Soo Hyun has filed lawsuits against Kim Sae Ron's family as well as HoverLab CEO Kim Se Eui on the grounds of defamation, stalking and spreading false information.
Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kim Soo Hyun's 1 million Chinese fans rally behind him after actor gets dragged to court over $2 million: ‘Truth will prevail'
For every legal action against Kim Soo Hyun, his fan base that extends beyond Korea is responding with more support projects, petitions and even lawsuits, and the latest comes from his Chinese fans. Despite K-dramas and Korean entertainment facing a ban in the country, Kim Soo Hyun enjoys huge popularity there, and since the start of his scandal, where he is accused of dating underage Kim Sae Ron, his Chinese fans have been quite active on social media. Earlier, XPN reported how two famous brands that had hired the actor to model for them have now sued him for reimbursement of the fees they paid, along with compensation for damages caused. Later, as reported by K-media outlet Sports Donga, one of Kim Soo Hyun's largest fan clubs organised an event, sending LED trucks to almost every busy part of South Korea, flooding the streets with encouraging words. 1 Million Chinese fans support Kim Soo Hyun Kim Soo Hyun's Chinese fan club, called KSHBar, is his largest international fan group. The event featured 25 LED-equipped trucks with encouraging words for Kim Soo Hyun, sent to several parts of South Korea, including areas with the highest foreign population, like Seoul and Gangnam, to grab the attention of more netizens. These are the same places where, just a few days ago, an ad supporting Kim Soo Hyun had received flak from Korean netizens who are against the idea of popularising Kim Soo Hyun in the country, fearing a negative response from foreigners—especially those who might believe that Korea is supporting the actor despite the severe accusations levelled against him, which could damage the country's reputation. However, these support trucks from China, which arrived on April 25, have been funded to stay in the country till April 30. The fan club even sent a letter to a K-media outlet clarifying their intention, which is to restore Soo Hyun's popularity while also attempting to stop the hate against him. The large LED screens on the trucks mostly carried two phrases—'Truth will prevail' and Kim Soo Hyun's words from his press conference: 'I did not do what I did not do.' ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Kim Soo Hyun gets sued by advertisers On April 29, the Queen of Tears star, who has lost several brand endorsements in light of his recent scandal involving Kim Sae Ron, was reportedly sued by two brand agencies, referred to as 'A' and 'B'. According to the report, the combined amount of damages demanded is approximately 3 billion won (around $2.1 million). Meanwhile, there's also a third company that is currently exploring legal options and had earlier terminated their contract with Kim, citing a 'breach of trust,' though the name hasn't been disclosed yet. This comes amid rumours that Kim is also being sued by his Disney+ makers, after the K-drama he stars in alongside Jo Bo Ah was put on hold. Not just that, reports suggest Kim had signed similar brand contracts with over 15 companies. Attorney Park Sung Woo, who is representing the plaintiffs in this case, said, (via Soompi) 'Kim Soo Hyun signed advertising model contracts with 15 different brands, and based on domestic contracts, he is said to have been paid around 1 billion to 1.2 billion won [approximately $698,000 to $837,000] per contract.'
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
1,000,000 Chinese fans rally behind Kim Soo Hyun with 'truth will prevail' campaign amid Kim Sae Ron controversy
After the tragic death of his ex-girlfriend, South Korean actress Kim Sae Ron, in February 2025, actor Kim Soo Hyun faced significant backlash. Allegations surfaced claiming that Kim Soo Hyun had been in a relationship with Kim Sae Ron when she was underage. Although Kim Soo Hyun has denied the accusations, the controversy has caused major public criticism and led to the loss of several brand endorsements, Instagram followers, and public support. Amidst this turmoil, Kim Soo Hyun's Chinese fanbase has taken a stand in his support. This comes after his global fans launched a petition to safeguard the actor's reputation from what they called an online public trial. Kim Soo Hyun's Chinese fans extend support despite controversy Kim Soo Hyun's fan club, KSHBar, founded in 2019 and with over 1 million members, is rallying behind the actor with a bold display of support. The fan club, which has also hired a lawyer to pursue legal action against trolls, recently took their support to the streets with a massive LED truck display, driving around with messages of hope and solidarity. They've deployed 25 LED trucks in busy Seoul areas, showcasing the powerful slogan "Truth Will Prevail." Some trucks are even parked outside Disney Korea's office, making a statement. [NEWS] China's 1-Million #KimSoohyun Fans Step Up to Support HimKim Soohyun's Chinese fan club, which is the largest among his overseas fandoms, has launched a 'public truck campaign' using LED-equipped trucks to show their support. The trucks started appearing around busy… In a letter to Sports Donga on April 27, the fan club shared the reasoning behind their campaign. Signed by "1 million Chinese fans of Kim Soo Hyun," the letter reveals that they've reached a breaking point and can no longer stay silent. They're standing up against the "serious spread of false rumours and reckless cyberbullying" that's been targeting the actor. About the Kim Soo Hyun controversy A month after the death of Kim Sae Ron, YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute, led by former MBC reporter Kim Se Ui, sparked controversy by featuring a woman who claimed to be Sae Ron's aunt. She accused Kim Soo Hyun of having a romantic relationship with Sae Ron when she was just 15, while he was 27. The accusation sent shockwaves through Hallyuwood, with many on social media turning against Kim Soo Hyun in support of Sae Ron. In response to the allegations, Kim Soo Hyun held a press conference on March 31. He admitted to having had a relationship with the late actress but firmly denied any involvement with her when she was underage. Despite his defence, the situation doesn't seem to improve, with the actor's Disney+ drama Knock Off postponed indefinitely. As Kim Soo Hyun continues to face relentless trolling and harsh backlash, his agency, GOLDMEDALIST, announced that they would take legal action against those spreading false rumours that were tarnishing his image. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
