K-Netizens Stunned as Late Kim Sae-ron’s Explosive Audio Revealed: Whistleblower Stabbed, Family Desperate for Protection

South Korea’s media are in shock following the release of an explosive audio recording allegedly featuring the late actress Kim Sae-ron. The leak, accompanied by disturbing reports of a brutal attack on the whistleblower who provided the evidence, has sparked massive online debate and a wave of panic and disbelief.

Two trending posts on theqoo, one of Korea’s most influential online forums, have gone viral in a matter of hours. Each is filled with thousands of shares and comments reflecting widespread horror, suspicion, and heartbreak.

Post 1: Whistleblower Attack Shocks Online Community

This post, which translates to “Kim Soo-hyun whistleblower stabbed at airport by a Korean Chinese (Joseonjok), family holds press conference,” includes a link to the news article detailing the violent stabbing of the whistleblower allegedly linked to Kim Sae-ron’s recordings.

Netizens expressed overwhelming shock and anger over the violence, with many voicing alarm at the potential foreign involvement and the implications of such a calculated attack. Others questioned the authenticity of circulating images while maintaining concern over Kim Soo-hyun’s alleged role.

Netizen Reactions (Selected):

1. Again the Korean Chinese… All of them should be deported.
2. What even is this?
3. Are they seriously connected to China…? This is insane.
4. Wow…
5. Who the hell are these people?
6. I saw somewhere the stabbing photo is a years-old stock image, so this might not be true. Gotta be careful considering the source.
   • Yeah, but even if we filter it, Kim Soo-hyun still looks like the bad guy.

Part 2: Audio Recording Sparks Mixed Reactions

Soon after, another post titled “Kim Sae-ron, Kim Soo-hyun related audio recording” was uploaded with a clip said to be part of the May 7 press conference. The video included a voice believed to be Kim Sae-ron’s, while the whistleblower’s voice was altered for safety.

The original post explained:

This is a part of the recording. Sae-ron’s voice is real. The whistleblower’s voice has been masked for protection. The whistleblower is now unconscious after the attack, and threatening messages along with Sae-ron’s voice were found on his phone. His wife discovered the evidence and shared it.

Netizens were divided. Some firmly believed the voice belonged to Kim Sae-ron, noting her recognizable speech patterns, while others remained skeptical, citing the awkward tone and the potential use of AI. Questions about the whistleblower’s credibility and the consistency of his claims added to the confusion.

Netizen Reactions (Selected):

1. Why would the family go as far as to create an AI just to fight Kim Soo-hyun?
2. Why does it sound so awkward… As someone who hopes karma gets him, I still want more solid evidence.
3. Her diction was always clear—even at her court appearances. This sounds just like her real recordings. If it’s AI, forensic testing should sort it out.
4. I watched both Garo Sero and Lee Jin-ho’s pressers. The whistleblower seems sketchy. I don’t like Lee Jin-ho or Kim Soo-hyun, but the whistleblower told different stories to all of them, and the recordings don’t match. Looks like only Garo Sero got fooled. Poor Sae-ron can’t even rest in peace.
5. He showed and shared photos of her with other people too? Is this for real?

As authorities in both South Korea and the U.S. continue to probe the truth behind the recordings and the shocking attack, public opinion remains deeply divided. While some demand accountability from the figures named, others are calling for careful verification amid AI manipulation allegations.