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Kim Soo-hyun’s Agency Sues Late Kim Sae-ron’s Family and YouTuber Over Leaked Photo
On March 20, 2025, Gold Medalist, the agency representing actor Kim Soo-hyun, filed criminal complaints against Kim Sae-ron’s family members and Kim Se-eui, the operator of the YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute.
The complaints allege violations of the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes, specifically regarding the distribution of illegal footage.
The controversy began when Garo Sero Research Institute aired a photograph during a live broadcast, depicting Kim Soo-hyun in a private setting that could cause him sexual embarrassment. This image was reportedly provided by an individual claiming to be the aunt of the late actress Kim Sae-ron.
Gold Medalist emphasized that the photo was taken during a personal relationship between Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron, both of whom were adults at the time. The agency stated that the public release of such an image is a clear violation of privacy and constitutes a criminal act.
In their official statement, Gold Medalist expressed deep sadness over Kim Sae-ron’s passing but underscored the necessity of legal action to protect their artist’s rights. The agency mentioned that Garo Sero Research Institute has threatened to release additional similar photos, leaving them with no choice but to pursue strong legal measures.
They further warned that the unauthorized distribution or public display of intimate images without consent is a serious crime and that continued dissemination of false information by Kim Sae-ron’s family or Garo Sero Research Institute would result in comprehensive legal action to safeguard the honor and reputation of both the actor and the agency.
This legal action follows previous disputes between Gold Medalist and Kim Sae-ron’s family. The agency had earlier denied allegations of demanding damages from the late actress, clarifying that any legal notices sent were procedural communications and not demands for repayment.
They also refuted claims of restricting Kim Sae-ron’s contact with other actors within the agency and spreading rumors about former agency member Seo Yea-ji.
The family of the late South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has announced a press conference scheduled for March 27, 2025. They intend to present evidence alleging that actor Kim Soo-hyun was involved in a relationship with Kim Sae-ron during her minor years.
According to Bu Ji-seok, the family’s legal representative, the press conference will address the timeline of the alleged relationship. It will also outline legal actions against the dissemination of false information targeting the bereaved family.
The controversy began when the Garosero Research Institute claimed that Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun had a six-year relationship starting in November 2015, when she was still a minor.
In response, Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Goldmedalist, denied these allegations. Gold Medalist stated that the two were not romantically involved during her underage years.
Further complicating the situation, Kim Soo-hyun’s agency has filed a lawsuit. The lawsuit is against Kim Sae-ron’s family and Garosero Research Institute operator Kim Se-eui. They are accusing them of blackmail and violating laws related to the dissemination of compromising material.
Nigerian Singer Zlatan Ibile expresses his displeasure with the trend that involves begging for financila assistance online. It can be reported that some fans take the step to tag or call out celebrities’ and request for financial assistance.
During a recent interview on Beat FM, Zlatan called out fans who take to celebrity page to beg. The singer shared that they always beg without showing any action of hard work.
“I don’t mean to be petty but I know how people move on the internet. It’s like these people are just there from morning till night and they are under your activities wanting giveaways. I don’t know the reason but they always want.”
“Just this afternoon I was just thinking to myself if these people are just online jumping from one celebrity to the other. I can’t talk too much sha before they remind me that I was once there.”
Nigerian Disc Jockey, Florence Otedola popurlary known as DJ Cuppy, expresses her optimistic though on Nigeria being led by a woman. The DJ shared how it is possible for Nigeria to elect a Female as president one day.
DJ Cuppy expresses her ideas as she takes to her X page to applaud Namibia’s latest achievement. Florence then shares that it mirrors what Nigeria will be in the future.
“Africa’s FIRST country with BOTH a female President AND female Vice President. Maybe there’s hope for Nigeria one day after all.”
Fans react and share their thoughts on the possibility of female president and vice president in Nigeria.
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