After a long silence, Kim Soo Hyun was rumored to be planning a comeback after being caught up in a scandal surrounding his past relationship with the late Kim Sae Ron. This news immediately sparked controversy among Korean netizens, given that Kim Soo Hyun was affected by cancel culture.
Kim Soo Hyun's comeback plans were revealed by his attorney, Ko Sang Rok, during an appearance on YTN Radio on Monday (June 1, 2026). The star of the Korean drama "It's Okay to Not Be Okay" is said to have suffered severe damage due to public criticism, which has led to accusations of dating Kim Sae Ron when she was still underage.
"While being cautious, the agency is carefully considering the specific details of his comeback. Regardless, we will do our best to support him until the end so he can return to the public with his work," said Kim Soo Hyun's lawyer, as reported by Koreaboo.
"Kim Soo Hyun has suffered severe damage due to negative comments online and is working to restore his reputation, as his dignity and image have been almost completely destroyed. The actor's return to his daily activities is our top priority," he continued.
Kim Soo Hyun's lawyer added that instead of focusing on numbers, the most important thing is how "society should warmly welcome and support him so that he can return to his former position." Not a few Korean netizens criticized Kim Soo Hyun's comeback plans and hoped that the 38-year-old actor would never appear on TV again.
Rumors of their relationship spread after Kim Sae Ron was found dead at her home on Sunday (February 16, 2025), Kim Soo Hyun's birthday. Police concluded that Kim Sae Ron attempted suicide and died at the age of 24. Kim Sae Ron's family then revealed a number of 'evidences' of her romantic relationship with Kim Soo Hyun since she was 15 years old.
The highest-paid actor in South Korea immediately drew criticism and was labeled a pedophile. Not only was she a victim of grooming, but the late Kim Soo Hyun was also accused of sexual harassment and assault. As a result, Kim Soo Hyun lost numerous endorsement deals and collaborations.
However, according to an exclusive report from the JoongAng Ilbo on Thursday (May 21, 2026), the Seoul Gangnam Police Station concluded that Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron were never romantically involved. Police also issued an arrest warrant for YouTuber Garosero Research Institute, who sided with Kim Sae Ron's family and released several videos of her with Kim Soo Hyun.
The YouTuber, whose real name is Kim Se Ui, was reported to have spread false information about Kim Soo Hyun for personal financial gain and to defame the actor. The photo and video evidence she shared was allegedly artificially manipulated. Kim Sae Ron's family was also registered with the authorities to undergo an investigation along with Kim Se Ui.
Furthermore, Kim Soo Hyun's attorney filed a lawsuit seeking 12 billion won in damages against Kim Se Ui. They are even considering increasing the compensation to 30 billion won. The court also granted Kim Soo Hyun's request to freeze Kim Se Ui's property assets.
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