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Explained: The Kim Soo-Hyun And Kim Sae-Ron Controversy, With "Dating A Minor" Allegations. It's Complicated


Published on 2025-03-13 04:44:21 - NDTV
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  • Kim Sae-Ron died by suicide at her residence in Seoul on February 16, coinciding with ex-boyfriend Kim Soo-Hyun's birthday.

Kim Soo-hyun, a prominent South Korean actor, has been embroiled in controversy due to his past relationship with actress Kim Sae-ron, who was a minor at the time. The issue resurfaced when Kim Sae-ron posted a now-deleted Instagram photo with Kim Soo-hyun, sparking public and media scrutiny. The relationship reportedly began when Kim Sae-ron was 16 and Kim Soo-hyun was 24, raising concerns about the appropriateness of their age difference. Although Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, has not officially commented on the specifics of their past relationship, they have stated that the two are currently not in contact. This situation has led to discussions about the ethical implications of dating minors in South Korea, where the age of consent is 20, and has potentially impacted Kim Soo-hyun's public image and career.

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