Actor Kim Soohyeon (김수현) broke down in tears during an emergency press conference at the Stanford Hotel in Seoul on March 31st. Addressing the shocking allegations surrounding his past relationship with the late Kim Sae Ron (김새론), he strongly denied claims that they were romantically involved when she was a minor. Furthermore, he accused the deceased’s family of presenting “jajojakhan jeunggeo (자조작한 증거)”—fabricated evidence—against him.
With the KB&Partners legal team by his side, Kim Soohyeon revealed that he has formally accepted a lawsuit for 12 billion won (₩12억) in damages and is determined to fight what he calls a “witch hunt” against him.
📰 “I Am Sorry… But I Did Not Do This”
Facing the press, Kim Soohyeon began with an emotional apology:
“Nae ttaemun-e neomu mani goerowohaess-eo (내 때문에 너무 많이 괴로워했어) … Too many people have suffered because of me.”
With a trembling voice, he expressed deep sorrow for the late Kim Sae Ron, lamenting that she “is unable to rest in peace” due to the ongoing controversy. However, he made it clear that he could not stay silent any longer, especially in light of what he claims to be falsified accusations.
💔 Denying the Relationship: “We Were Never Together When She Was a Minor”
One of the most shocking claims made by Kim Sae Ron’s family is that she and Kim Soohyeon were involved while she was underage. However, Kim Soohyeon strongly refuted this, stating:
“Uri saig-eseo eoneu naldo mincha-e salam-eul daehan geos-eun eobs-eossda (우리 사이에서 어느 날도 미성년자를 대한 것은 없었다). At no point in our relationship was she ever a minor.”
He admitted that they briefly dated for about a year, but this happened four years before ‘Queen of Tears’ (눈물의 여왕) aired—meaning their relationship took place when both were adults.
He also acknowledged denying their relationship in the past, stating that he did so to protect his image and career. However, he now regrets the secrecy, wondering if things would have turned out differently had he been upfront from the beginning.
📢 Fabricated Evidence? The Fight Against False Claims
The most explosive revelation of the press conference was Kim Soohyeon’s claim that the evidence submitted by Kim Sae Ron’s family was fabricated.
His legal team presented audio recordings and documents, stating that the so-called “proof” of their underage relationship was a mix of manipulated photos, edited KakaoTalk (카카오톡) messages, and misleading testimony.
🔹 Key Counterarguments by Kim Soohyeon’s Legal Team:
- Photos from 2016 were actually from 2019—evidence was deliberately altered to change the timeline.
- KakaoTalk messages from different years were merged to create misleading conversations.
- A handwriting analysis revealed discrepancies in the texts allegedly written by Kim Sae Ron.
- The so-called “witnesses” had personal grudges against Kim Soohyeon and were not credible sources.
“Jinsil-eun jakga-haneun geos-i anida (진실은 작가하는 것이 아니다). The truth is not something you create.”
His legal team called for all evidence to be submitted for official forensic verification, demanding that the investigative agencies step in to confirm the truth.
🛑 The YouTube Controversy: “Carocero Institute is Spreading Lies”
A major source of these allegations has been the YouTube channel ‘Carocero Institute’ (카라세로 연구소), which has published numerous “exposés” about Kim Soohyeon’s alleged relationship with Kim Sae Ron.
However, Kim Soohyeon dismissed their claims entirely, accusing the channel of manipulating public opinion for views and profit.
He stated:
“Yeogiseo jeoldae jeong-ui-reul chajji maseyo (여기서 절대 정의를 찾지 마세요). Don’t look for justice here.”
His legal team also announced that they would be filing lawsuits for defamation and character assassination against the channel, as well as against Kim Sae Ron’s family for knowingly spreading false information.
🛡️ Lawsuit and Next Steps: “I Will Fight Until the Truth is Revealed”
To clear his name, Kim Soohyeon and his legal team have taken the following actions:
✅ Filed a 12 billion won lawsuit against those spreading false allegations.
✅ Requested official forensic analysis of all presented evidence.
✅ Launched a criminal complaint against individuals responsible for fabricating accusations.
“Naega igije anh-eumyeon sal su eobsda (내가 이기지 않으면 살 수 없다). If I don’t win this, I cannot survive.”
Despite the emotional turmoil, Kim Soohyeon remains resolute. He vowed to continue his career and prove his innocence, regardless of how long the legal battle may take.
🎭 Public Reactions: Support & Skepticism
As expected, the press conference ignited a firestorm online. Reactions have been mixed:
💖 Supporters say:
- “Kim Soohyeon has nothing to gain from lying. If he says the evidence is fake, I believe him.”
- “Why did the family wait until now to make these accusations? Something is suspicious.”
- “The YouTube channel Carocero always spreads fake news. I don’t trust them.”
💔 Skeptics say:
- “Why won’t he say when he first met Kim Sae Ron? That’s suspicious.”
- “If he was innocent, why did he deny dating her in the first place?”
- “He’s an actor. Of course, he can fake tears at a press conference.”
As the legal battle unfolds, the truth will ultimately be decided in court.
🔮 What’s Next for Kim Soohyeon?
Despite the controversy, Kim Soohyeon’s career is far from over.
💡 Key Takeaways:
- He will continue his legal fight to clear his name.
- The outcome of the lawsuit will be crucial for his future in the entertainment industry.
- If found innocent, he may make a comeback with another major project.
Until then, the world watches as one of Korea’s biggest stars fights to reclaim his reputation.
🎤 What do you think? Do you believe Kim Soohyeon or the late Kim Sae Ron’s family? Let us know in the comments! 👇🔥