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Indian Express
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
As Kim Soo Hyun battles lawsuit, Kim Sae Ron's ex-manager drags famous YouTuber to court: ‘He lied, I tried to save her'
Kim Sae Ron's former manager, referred to as K, has officially filed a lawsuit against popular YouTuber Kwon Young Chan for defamation. According to Sports Seoul, the complaint was submitted at the Seocho Police Station in Seoul on June 19. As per the court filing obtained by the outlet, Mr. K claims the YouTuber, who has a massive following, made serious false allegations against him on his channel over the past few months. The accusations ranged from grooming to calling him 'the man behind her death.' This comes as K-drama actor Kim Soo Hyun's lawsuit against another YouTuber, Kim Se Ui of Garo Sero, has finally landed in court — with the judge ordering Soo Hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, to seize the YouTuber's property in an attempt to recover damages caused by the accusations made against the actor. Also read: Kim Soo Hyun loses millions in assets to home appliance brand after luxury apartment seizure; fails to pay damages 'In an attempt to attract public interest, [Kwon Young Chan] created content containing false information. The accused defamed and insulted the complainant with baseless and malicious claims related to the deceased's death on his channel, Kwon Young Chan TV.' Mr K stated in a complaint filed on June 20. He claimed, YouTuber called him things like: 'the guy who sold her off,' 'slave hunter,' 'the one who caused her death,' and 'the one who leaked all her personal information.' Also read: Kim Soo Hyun's brand value drops to zero as 16 'frustrated' advertisers demand billions in damages Despite not being a public figure, the manager alleged that his face was plastered all over the thumbnail and video. 'My real name and face were continuously exposed. Claims were made that I sold Kim Sae Ron to an unknown person, leaked all information, and caused her death, all of which are untrue.' Kwon Young Chan went as far as to accuse Mr. K of grooming Kim Sae Ron and even separating her from her family, all while emotionally trapping her. He said Mr. K 'put her on an island' and described grooming as 'raising someone while gaining control over their soul.' In response, Mr. K said he only started working with Kim Sae Ron when she signed with Management Run in 2024, after quitting Gold Medalist over her 2022 DUI controversy. According to him, he was only trying to help her get back on her feet when the controversy derailed her career. He also clarified, 'I called an ambulance right away to save her,' at the time the incident occurred. 'Then I called her mother to let her know. Her mother replied, 'I can't come right now.' So the claim that I didn't inform her family is absurd.' Kwon Young Chan, in his videos, claimed that Mr. K stole or misused the money meant for hospital expenses and even committed some illegal act while breaking medical laws. Mr. K hit back, calling that pure defamation. 'I've worked as a manager for 20 years. I stayed silent amid baseless suspicions to protect the deceased's honour. But seeing these groundless claims being broadcast publicly and repeatedly, I decided I could no longer stay silent and filed the complaint.' He told Sports Seoul that the last straw was seeing his name being dragged on repeat while he hadn't even had time to properly grieve. Kwon Young Chan claims he tried contacting Mr. K through KakaoTalk and even called him more than 10 times. Since he didn't get a response, he decided to raise the questions in a broadcast.
Mint
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
'My Liberation Notes' actor Son Suk-ku announces hiatus from acting: It's time to focus on more meaningful expressions
South Korean actor Son Suk-ku has announced he will be taking an extended break from acting following the completion of his current projects. In a recent interview with Sports Seoul, the 41-year-old star shared that after years of continuous work, he feels it is time to step back and focus on something deeper. 'I've learned a lot by staying busy, but now it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions,' Son said. Known for his roles in 'The Outlaws 2', 'D.P', 'My Liberation Notes', and most recently 'A Killer Paradox', 'Heavenly Ever After', and 'Nine Puzzles', Son has quickly become one of Korea's most respected actors. His most recent project, 'Nine Puzzles', sees him playing detective Kim Han-haem—his second detective role, though he says this one is quite different. 'Han-aem exists between reality and fantasy. I worked hard to balance that,' he explained. Despite the success, the actor hinted at a growing desire to slow down and explore new forms of creativity. He revealed that he has begun writing a screenplay and is looking forward to where that path might lead. Son also took a moment to thank his audience. 'Whether they liked my work or not, if they watched, they're my number one fans,' he said warmly. Son had made his debut as a director for the anthology film titled 'Unframed'. Along with him actors Park Jeong-min, Choi Hee-seo and Lee Je-hoon also wrote and directed an episode of the series. Suk-ku's episode was titled 'Rerun' or 'Rebroadcast'. While no timeline has been given for his return, fans are hopeful the break will bring even more depth to his future work.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Son Suk Ku announces extended break after back-to-back hits: "Time to refocus"
Son Suk Ku , one of South Korea's most critically acclaimed and versatile actors, has announced that he will be taking an extended break from acting. Known for his compelling performances in dramas like 'Matrimonial Chaos', 'Designated Survivor: 60 Days', 'D.P.', 'My Liberation Notes', and 'A Killer Paradox', as well as films like 'Nothing Serious' and 'The Roundup', the actor says it's time to hit pause and recharge. Slowing Down After a Non-Stop Streak In a recent interview with Sports Seoul, Son Suk Ku revealed his decision to step back after wrapping up his current projects. With major roles in the upcoming 2025 dramas ' Heaven Is More Beautiful ' and ' The Ninth Puzzle ', 'Son' has become one of the most talked-about and hardworking actors in recent years. "I'm still working right now, but once I finish what I've already committed to, I plan to take quite a long break," he shared. "In the past, I was focused on appearing in as many works as possible. I've learned a lot through that experience, but now I feel it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions." He added, 'Producing a large number of works takes a tremendous amount of time and energy. I think it's the right moment to explore different ways of performing and bring about change.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later [Video] getfittoday Undo About The Ninth Puzzle In his upcoming drama The Ninth Puzzle, Son Suk Ku plays detective Kim Han Saem—an introspective, calculating character quite different from his previous role as the intense Jang Nam Gam in A Killer Paradox. While both roles belong to the detective genre, Son pointed out their distinct nature. He explained that the key wasn't in creating differences but in discovering them. He described his character Han Saem as someone who exists somewhere between reality and fantasy, and said he worked hard to strike the right balance without leaning too far in either direction. Reflecting on his deep commitment to the role, he shared that people often asked what he was working on, and he would simply reply, 'Just this.' He emphasized that the drama was a tightly constructed mystery, and he didn't want to stand out in a distracting way. He added that director Yoon Jong Bin had a clear vision and extensive experience, so all he had to do was place his trust in him and stay focused. Choosing Ensemble Over Stardom Despite his popularity, Son Suk Ku says he never aspired to be the quintessential 'one-top' male lead. 'In the early 2000s, it was common to see male-centered projects. I was never cast as the number one lead in that sense,' he explained. 'The Comments Army was probably the closest to that, but even then, I was drawn to it because of the ensemble—Kim Sung Cheol, Hong Kyung, Kim Dong Hwi. I believe that synergy comes from working together.' Admiration for Kim Hye Ja Speaking about Heaven Is More Beautiful, Son expressed deep admiration for his co-star, legendary actress Kim Hye Ja. 'I try to visit her whenever I start a new project,' he said. 'Her sincerity in acting inspires me. She's someone whose life and acting are seamlessly intertwined.' Writing and Reflecting As he looks ahead to his break, Son Suk Ku is also working on a screenplay. Reflecting on the support from his audience, he said, 'Whether people liked my projects or not, if they watched, they're my number one fans.' He concluded, 'I do have dreams and plans during this break—mainly to take on new challenges I haven't explored before.'
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Heavenly Ever After' actor Son Suk Ku to go on extended break; to finish current projects – says 'it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions'
Actor Son Suk Ku , who has recently gone viral for his back-to-back hit TV shows ' Heavenly Ever After ' and ' Nine Puzzles ', has now announced that he will be going on a break. The actor shared that after finishing up his current projects, he plans to take a well-deserved and extended break from his career. 'Heavenly Ever After' actor to take a break from career In a recent update, actor Son Suk Ku shared that he is planning to take an extended break for the time being. In a statement from Sports Seoul, the actor revealed that he wishes to take a long break after finalising his current commitments. "I'm still working right now, but once I finish what I've already committed to, I plan to take quite a long break. In the past, I was focused on appearing in as many works as possible. I've learnt a lot through that experience, but now I feel it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions,' the actor shared in a statement. The actor has managed to become one of the most prolific actors in the Korean entertainment industry , but shares that 'producing a large number of works takes a tremendous amount of time and energy.' He then continued by pointing out that 'it is the right time for change.' He stated that 'I think it's the right moment to explore different ways of performing and bring about change.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Son Suk Ku , while talking about taking a break and working on new things, also mentioned that throughout his acting gigs, he has also been working on writing a screenplay. He stated that 'Whether people liked my projects or not, if they watched, they're my number one fans. I do have dreams and plans during this break—mainly to take on new challenges I haven't explored before.' Talks about his latest role as Han Saem The actor also briefly mentioned his latest role in 'Nine Puzzles' as Han Saem . He stated that 'the key isn't creating differences but discovering them. Han Saem exists somewhere between reality and fantasy. I worked hard to strike the right balance without going too far in either direction.' The actor directly talked about how similar and different his two detective roles in 'Nine Puzzles' and 'A Killer Paradox' were. He also mentioned how when he started working on 'Nine Puzzles', he managed to reject every other offer that came his way. The actor detailed how he wanted to focus and put his everything into this project to make it a success. 'People kept asking what I was doing, and I'd always answer, 'Just this.' It's a tightly constructed mystery, so I didn't want to stand out in a distracting way. The director Yoon Jong Bin has a clear vision and extensive experience, so all I had to do was trust him and focus,' he shared in the report.
Pink Villa
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Son Suk Ku announces hiatus after consecutive hits with Nine Puzzles and Heavenly Ever After, here's what he'll do next
Son Suk Ku, the popular actor who's impressed viewers with his performances across film and drama, is preparing to take a step back from acting. In a recent interview with Sports Seoul, the actor revealed that he plans to take a prolonged break after completing his current schedule. The announcement comes after a relentless few years that saw Son Suk Ku take on back-to-back roles in hit projects. It earned him widespread praise and solidified his place as one of the most dependable and talented actors in Korean entertainment. From blockbusters to critical darlings Few actors in recent memory have maintained the pace and consistency that Son Suk Ku has demonstrated in recent years. His filmography in just the past few years includes The Outlaws 2 (2022) and D.P. (2021–2023). He also drew significant attention in My Liberation Notes (2022). This was followed by Big Bet (2022–2023), A Killer Paradox (2024), Heavenly Ever After (2025) and most recently, the Disney+ thriller Nine Puzzles (2025). Yet despite this acclaim, the actor has decided it's time to take a breather. Time to do things differently In the interview, Son Suk Ku shared that he is still working on projects already in progress. However, he's looking forward to stepping away from the constant grind of filming. He said, 'I'm still working right now, but once I finish what I've already committed to, I plan to take quite a long break," The actor explained that he had spent the last few years chasing opportunity after opportunity, always eager to be involved in new productions. However, that relentless pace has prompted him to reconsider his creative direction. 'In the past, I was focused on appearing in as many works as possible,' he reflected. 'I've learned a lot through that experience, but now I feel it's time to focus on more meaningful expressions.' A creative pause with new plans in mind Son Suk Ku's upcoming break doesn't mean complete silence. In fact, he's planning to use the time to engage with creative challenges beyond acting, most notably, screenwriting. He shared that constantly working on multiple projects has been incredibly demanding, and 'takes a tremendous amount of time and energy.' He rethink his approach to acting, and seek new creative directions. The actor revealed that he is currently working on a screenplay. 'Whether people liked my projects or not, if they watched, they're my number one fans,' he said, showing appreciation for the public's support. 'I do have dreams and plans during this break, mainly to take on new challenges I haven't explored before.'
