Kim Soo Hyun denies Kim Sae Ron minor dating.
His side identifies a nationwide fraud pattern.
Legal actions for defamation are now underway.
Kim Soo Hyun once again taking a firm stand to clear his name in the ongoing and highly publicized controversy involving the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Through his legal representative, he is intensifying his offensive, asserting that the core of the allegations against him is not just a personal attack but a severe case of evidence fabrication. Let's dive into the details of his latest statements.
The actor's side is not just denying the claims, they are categorizing the entire situation as a malicious, premeditated crime, raising the stakes in this legal and public relations battle.
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Kim Soo Hyun’s Legal Team Refutes Minor Dating Allegations
Kim Soo Hyun's lawyer, Attorney Ko Sang Rok, took to his blog to systematically address the allegations. He directly referenced a photo of Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron cheek-to-cheek, which has been circulated as potential evidence.
“The photo of the deceased and Kim Soo Hyun, which the deceased posted on social media and then deleted, was taken in February 2020, when she was a sophomore in college,"
attorney Ko clarified the timeline.
This places the photo firmly within the timeframe when Kim Sae Ron was an adult.
The legal representative accused the YouTuber from the Garo Sero Research Institute, Kim Se-eui, of manipulating information. He claimed that instead of correcting the record.
“The YouTuber who first raised allegations began manipulating and fabricating the data after receiving specific rebuttals." he continued.
Attorney Ko was unequivocal in his client's denial.
“Actor Kim Soo Hyun not only never engaged in sexual exploitation of a middle school child, but did not date the deceased for even a single day before the deceased became an adult as a college student," he explained.
He further explained that all genuine materials indicate their relationship began in the summer of 2019, after she had entered college, and lasted for less than a year.
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Legal Battle Escalates, Accusations of a 'National Fraud Crime'
The language from Kim Soo Hyun's side has escalated significantly. Attorney Ko did not mince words, framing the incident as a large-scale, malicious operation. He argued that the perpetrators exploited Kim Sae Ron's tragic passing.
“After she passed away, the perpetrators colluded for their respective interests and revived lies the deceased could not carry out during her lifetime under the guise of the deceased’s voice," attorney Ko explained.
He elaborated on the severity of the situation, emphasizing that the damage extends beyond Kim Soo Hyun personally.
“The essence of this case is character assassination through evidence fabrication,” he said.
“This unprecedented national fraud crime socially defames an innocent victim through evidence fabrication," attorney Ko continued.
He further labeled it an “national-scale cybercrime” that has spread to foreign media and damaged trust across the entire Korean Wave industry. In a poignant challenge to the narrative,
Attorney Ko questioned the authenticity of a released audio recording and asked the public and the family to reflect on the Kim Sae Ron they knew.
“Is the person you remember someone who, after nearly 10 years, met a man in a foreign place with no special connection, borrowed a few hundred dollars at a café, answered every question that man asked, and talked about sexual relations from her minor years with vulgar profanity mixed in?” attorney Ko claimed
In conclusion, Kim Soo Hyun's side is leaving no room for ambiguity. They have firmly denied any relationship during Kim Sae Ron's minor years, labeled the accusations as a fabricated "national fraud," and are pursuing all available legal avenues. As the legal battles continue, the court of public opinion remains divided, but Kim Soo Hyun's team is making it clear they will not back down in their fight to restore his reputation.
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