Summary of Shocking Livestream Exposes Kim Soo-hyun: Romance, Betrayal, and a Desperate Plea

At 8 PM (local time), the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institution held a livestream exposing Kim Soo-hyun’s alleged wrongdoings. Despite Kim Soo-hyun’s legal threats, the channel proceeded without hesitation, claiming to have insider information directly from Kim Sae-ron’s family.

Here are the key points discussed in this livestream.

Kim Soo-hyun Completely Ignored Kim Sae-ron’s Death and Was Seen Partying Just One Week Later

When Kim Sae-ron tragically passed away on February 16, Kim Soo-hyun neither acknowledged her passing nor attended her funeral. However, just six days later, on February 22, he was spotted celebrating alongside well-known stars from the 88-line, including G-Dragon, Jung Hae-in, Lee Soo-hyuk, and Im Si-wan, during the filming of “Good Day,” a show hosted by G-Dragon.

His indifference drew heavy criticism, with many netizens accusing him of heartlessness – especially considering his six-year-long romantic history with Kim Sae-ron.

Disturbing Timeline: Kim Sae-ron Was a Middle Schooler When She Started Dating Kim Soo-hyun

According to Kim Sae-ron’s family, she and Kim Soo-hyun began dating on November 19, 2015 – at which point she was only in 9th grade and had yet to graduate from middle school (which she did in March 2016). Meanwhile, Kim Soo-hyun, significantly older, had already completed his degree in Theater and Film at Chung Ang University.

By the time he enlisted for military service in 2017, Kim Sae-ron – still in high school – took on the role of a soldier’s girlfriend at just 16 years old. This significant age gap has left the public deeply unsettled.

Kim Sae-ron’s Mother Speaks Out: “All I Want Is to Restore My Daughter’s Honor”

Kim Sae-ron’s mother, in an emotional interview with Garo Sero, emphasized that her primary motivation for coming forward was not personal gain but to clear her daughter’s name.

“The reason I am speaking up about my daughter’s past is to restore her dignity, which was destroyed by false accusations. We are not here to create controversy or seek revenge. I simply want my daughter to be remembered as an actress, not a scandal. Please help ensure she is not reduced to baseless gossip and allow her to be respected once more.”

Shocking Revelation: Kim Soo-hyun’s Agency Didn’t Demand 700 Million KRW – They Demanded 20 Billion KRW!

During the livestream, Garo Sero played a recording of a phone conversation with Kim Sae-ron’s aunt. In it, she made an astonishing claim: Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, demanded 20 billion KRW (approximately 13.8 million USD) from Kim Sae-ron after her scandal broke out.

“When an artist faces difficulties, it is the agency’s responsibility to find solutions. But instead, Gold Medalist imposed an extreme financial penalty. Initially, they demanded 20 billion KRW from Sae-ron.”

Leaked Texts Between Kim Sae-ron and Her Cousin: Criticizing Gold Medalist and Calling Kim Soo-hyun a “Traitor”

These messages were sent after Gold Medalist denied that Kim Soo-hyun had ever dated Kim Sae-ron. In her texts, the late actress complained:

“And yet, now Gold Medalist is claiming they ‘knew nothing’… Their words don’t match their previous actions and reactions. When I was still under their management and a scandal broke out, they didn’t apologize to the victims but instead focused on clarifying my mistakes and letting the issue fade away… They are truly a bunch of b*****.”*

She also mentioned how her phone number was leaked to reporters and implied that Kim Soo-hyun was a traitor, “I hope that traitor gets the punishment he deserves.”

Kim Sae-ron Had Prepared a Statement About Her Relationship with Kim Soo-hyun But Never Released It

Kim Sae-ron had drafted a statement clarifying her relationship with Kim Soo-hyun, but when asked if she intended to publish it, she replied that she had written it only for herself and did not plan to release it.

Full Statement From Leaked Messages

Hello, I am Kim Sae-ron.

First and foremost, I sincerely apologize to everyone who has been affected or confused by my mistakes, as well as to those in the entertainment industry.

Regarding the dating rumors, I would like to clarify some misunderstandings. The photo I posted on my Story was taken in 2016. We started dating on November 19, 2015, and ended our relationship on July 7, 2021. At that time, I was 16 years old, while he was 30. Our relationship lasted for six years.

As an actress, when the time came to renew my management contract, I explored options with different agencies. During that process, I discussed a potential contract with my ex-boyfriend’s company. However, in the end, I signed with Gold Medalist without properly negotiating contract terms. I worked hard—participating in the recruitment of new actors and directing visual content—but was never fairly compensated for my efforts.

Unlike my previous contract renewal, this time, I signed an extension under financial loan conditions. When the renewal period approached, I attempted to contact both Gold Medalist and Kim Soo-hyun, but they cut off all communication. Shortly after, I received a formal notice with threatening undertones, stating that my contract would not be renewed. By May 2022, my exclusive contract with Gold Medalist officially ended.

I sincerely apologize to the production staff who put in their best efforts, as well as to senior actors, screenwriters, directors, and everyone who contributed to the projects affected by this situation.

However, Gold Medalist’s claim that they were “completely unaware of my intentions” contradicts their previous actions.

I hope they recognize their wrongdoing and issue an appropriate apology for the hardships I endured while under their management. As an actress, I feel a responsibility to speak out and clarify the truth. That is why I have decided to share this statement.

Shocking: While Kim Sae-ron Struggles with 700 million KRW in Debt, Kim Soo-hyun Buys a 8.8 billion KRW Mansion

The Garo Sero Institute has made a shocking revelation: While Kim Sae-ron was struggling in despair over her 700 million KRW (approximately 482,000 USD) debt, Kim Soo-hyun purchased a luxury mansion worth 8.8 billion KRW (approximately 6.1 million USD) in Seongsu-dong. Previously, the actor had already acquired two other properties in the same area, bringing the total value of his real estate holdings there to approximately 30 billion KRW (20.7 million USD)

His demand for repayment from Kim Sae-ron has been criticized as lacking compassion, especially considering that his per-episode salary has reached 300 million KRW (approximately 207,000 USD). This means the amount Kim Sae-ron owes him is roughly equivalent to just over two episodes’ worth of his earnings.

Last-Minute Revelations: The Cheek Kiss Photo and Kim Sae-ron’s Desperate Messages for Help

Just before their livestream, Garo Sero Institute released a photo of Kim Soo-hyun kissing Kim Sae-ron on the cheek. While the “cheek-to-cheek” photo she had initially posted wasn’t considered intimate enough, this newly surfaced image further confirms their romantic relationship.

The YouTube channel also exposed messages in which Kim Sae-ron pleaded with Kim Soo-hyun for help regarding her financial troubles:

“Oppa, it’s me, Sae-ron. I received a certified debt notice, and they said they will take legal action against me. They told me they’ve already given me enough time, so I’m working hard on making a comeback and will pay back a percentage with each project. I’m not saying I won’t repay, but if you demand that I return 700 million KRW all at once right now, I simply can’t. It’s not that I don’t want to pay – it’s that I don’t have the means to do so at this moment. But do I really have to go through a lawsuit? Please, help me. Please give me more time.”