What Happened Between Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron?

Late Korean artist Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun’s dating rumor surfaced when the Secret Healer star posted a cozy selfie with Kim Soo Hyun in 2024. She posted the picture when Queen of Tears was airing on Netflix.

Some fans speculated that the selfie was an indication of support for Kim Sae Ron, who was formerly signed with Kim Soo Hyun’s agency Goldmedalist. Others opined, the actress could have hinted at the duo’s closeness or their dating status.

Kim Soo Hyun’s agency denied the dating rumors. Goldmedalist issued a brief statement calling the speculation of a relationship between the 24-year-old actress and the 36-year-old actor ‘groundless.’

The official statement read, “The dating rumors concerning Kim Soo-hyun are entirely groundless. The photo in question seems to have been taken back when both actors were under the same management. We are unclear about the motives behind Kim Sae-ron’s decision to post and then promptly remove the photo.”

Goldmedalist further said, “We will take strong legal measures against any defamation and offensive posts that tarnish the actor’s reputation and character. We appeal to everyone to avoid baseless rumors and speculative content.”

Almost a year later, Kim Sae Ron was found dead in her home in Seoul’s Seongsu-dong district by a close friend on Kim Soo Hyun’s birthday. Many netizens on social media were shocked at the coincidence of the date. While it is not clear if Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron were close or not, she was one of the first actresses to join Kim Soo Hyun’s cousin-founded agency, Goldmedalist.

Meanwhile, Kim Sae Ron’s sudden death has shocked the South Korean entertainment industry. Fans are mourning the loss of the talented actress whose career took a sudden halt from 2022 after her DUI case became a news headline. As per reports, Kim Sae Ron faced severe criticism even after apologizing and paying the penalty for her charges.

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Kim sae Ron’s sudden death that police has initially ruled as ‘suicide’ has sparked important discussions about the immense pressures faced by young entertainers in South Korea’s demanding entertainment industry. Many fans and industry observers have pointed out the often harsh and unforgiving nature of public scrutiny, especially toward young artists still finding their way.