Kim Soo Hyun’s Press Conference Summary: Deny All Allegations, No Mentions of Sulli
On March 31, at a highly emotional press conference in Mapo-gu, Seoul, actor Kim Soo Hyun finally addressed the various allegations around his recent personal controversies. Below is a summary of topics mentioned in the press conference:
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Past Relationship with Kim Sae Ron
In the press conference, Kim Soo Hyun acknowledged that he and Kim Sae Ron were in a relationship for about one year, five years ago, well after the late actress became an adult. He emphasized that they were simply and after their breakup, they rarely kept in contact. He also added that he avoided contacting her during her DUI incident, especially after hearing she was dating someone else at the time.
He also denied all allegations of grooming, coercion, and debt-related issues related to Kim Sae Ron. Additionally, Kim Soo Hyun insisted that he initially denied his relationship with Kim Sae Ron due to the fact that he wanted to protect his image as a “star” and even if he returned to that time, when “Queen of Tears” was airing, he’d deny the rumors again.
Fake Evidence from Kim Sae Ron’s Family
The actor then accused Kim Sae Ron’s family and their supporting media outlets of editing and manipulating evidence, including private photos and chat logs. He revealed that the photos allegedly from 2016 were actually taken in 2019, and forensic analysis had shown the chat logs from 2016 and 2018 were from two different individuals.
In a powerful declaration, Kim Soo Hyun vowed not to give in to public pressure or threats, stating that accepting falsehoods would betray everyone who ever believed in him — both as a person and as a star. “I’m not asking you to believe me right away,” the actor said, adding, “But I will prove it.”
Filing Criminal Lawsuit & Investigation
At the press conference, the legal representative of Kim Soo Hyun, attorney Kim Jong Bok, declared legal actions against the late Kim Sae Ron’s family and her self-proclaimed aunt, stating, “Civil lawsuits totaling 12 billion KRW (approx. 8.2 million USD) have been submitted to the Seoul Central District Court to clarify the facts.”
No Mentions of Sulli
On the other hand, the actor made no mention of the late Sulli. In particular, Sulli’s brother, who has made scathing remarks about Kim Soo Hyun, previously demanded the actor and the production company of the 2017 movie “Real” to answer matters related to the late actress’s nude scenes. Then, when hearing about Kim Soo Hyun’s no Q&A press conference, “Is this even a press conference?”