{"id":955,"date":"2025-12-03T04:49:47","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T04:49:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/?p=955"},"modified":"2025-12-03T04:49:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T04:49:48","slug":"kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Kim Soo-hyun Faces Backlash From Kim Sae-ron\u2019s Family"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The family of the late actress Kim Sae\u2011ron is publicly protesting Kim Soo\u2011hyun\u2019s legal team after a broadcast about their case was abruptly cancelled. They say the cancellation is unjust and accuse Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s side of changing their stance and using fear tactics to block the story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the family\u2019s lawyer, Bu Ji Seok, the interview request from the producers of <a href=\"https:\/\/programs.sbs.co.kr\/en\/culture\/cube\/main\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Curious Story Y<\/a> came only after Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s interview was already finished. The family agrees with the show\u2019s request, providing evidence that they believe shows Kim Soo-hyun was involved with Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a0b2a7c8 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-17.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-956\" width=\"667\" height=\"436\" title=\"Screenshot (17)\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The episode was scheduled to air on November 14. The family set their interview for November 10, still hoping for balanced coverage. But two days before the broadcast, they were told the program was cancelled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The family claims the decision to pull the episode came after Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s lawyer threatened civil and criminal action. They call this a manipulation of media and an attempt to silence them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family\/#What_Kim_Soo-hyuns_Side_Says\" title=\"What Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s Side Says\">What Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s Side Says<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family\/#Why_the_Cancellation_Matters\" title=\"Why the Cancellation Matters\">Why the Cancellation Matters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family\/#Previous_Allegations_and_Fallout\" title=\"Previous Allegations and Fallout\">Previous Allegations and Fallout<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/blog\/kim-soo-hyun-faces-backlash-from-kim-sae-rons-family\/#Our_Take\" title=\"Our Take\">Our Take<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Kim_Soo-hyuns_Side_Says\"><\/span>What Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s Side Says<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kim Soo-hyun\u2019s legal team denies they forced the cancellation. They maintain they did not block the show. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The argument is that they asked for caution only because they were concerned about \u201csecondary harm\u201d and potential legal complications. They insist they would not oppose the broadcast if rebuttals were included correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, the producers of the show said they reviewed the materials and concluded there was \u201cno point in reconstructing the story on air.\u201d They added that cancelling episodes after review is normal when both sides have valid but conflicting claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Cancellation_Matters\"><\/span>Why the Cancellation Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The controversy underscores the sensitivity of allegations regarding relationships involving a minor. For many fans and observers, airing the episode could have brought more clarity to the tragic circumstances surrounding Kim Sae-ron\u2019s death. For her family, the cancellation feels like a denial of truth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the same time, the producer\u2019s decision, citing difficulties in presenting an impartial reconstruction, reflects media responsibility. When allegations are severe and the stakes are high, entertainment shows must weigh potential harm against the public\u2019s interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Allegations_and_Fallout\"><\/span>Previous Allegations and Fallout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The dispute between the two parties did not begin with the decision to cancel the show. Earlier in 2025, Kim Sae-ron\u2019s family \u2014 with support from the group Garo Sero Research Institute \u2014 released statements and some alleged evidence, including chat logs, claiming that the relationship began when Kim Sae-ron was 15.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kim Soo-hyun and his agency Gold Medalist denied these claims. They admitted to a relationship but insisted it began when she was already an adult. They described intimate letters and messages as not romantic but casual, given the actor\u2019s military service at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After Kim Sae-ron\u2019s death earlier in 2025, the controversy intensified. The family alleges that financial and mental stress from the dispute may have contributed to the tragedy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Take\"><\/span>Our Take<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a K-drama and K-pop observer, I understand both sides. The family of Kim Sae-ron deserves a fair chance to be heard. At the same time, airing such a controversial story without solid verified facts may cause further harm, not just legally, but emotionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The producers of Curious Story Y&#8217;s decision to cancel the broadcast suggests they recognized the complexity. Given conflicting claims, potential legal risk, and the sensitive nature of the subject, pulling the episode may have been the responsible move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, I believe there should be some path toward accountability. If credible evidence exists, it should be thoroughly investigated by independent authorities. Media coverage should follow only after due diligence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For now, fans can only wait for the results of ongoing investigations. Meanwhile, we must remember to treat such stories with sensitivity and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to keep up with the latest developments in the K-pop and K-drama world, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/saranghero.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Saranghero<\/a> for timely, in-depth updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The family of the late actress Kim Sae\u2011ron is publicly protesting Kim Soo\u2011hyun\u2019s legal team after a broadcast about their 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