Kim Soo Hyun’s texts to Kim Sae Ron were ‘reconstructed,’ not original; fans question authenticity

Bu Ji Seok, the attorney representing Kim Sae Ron’s family, previously clarified that the ‘reconstructed’ messages were created to protect the other personal details from being made public. During the press event, he claimed that the original data ‘still exists’ and can be verified by authorities if needed. He also said that the logs were not “fabricated or stitched together” in any misleading way. According to him, only private information was redacted to maintain confidentiality.

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The alleged text exchange between Queen of Tears star Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron contained “sexually suggestive” messages from Soo Hyun’s side, where he appeared to seek her permission before getting intimate. Messages like “Want to hug you,” “Kiss you,” and “When can I fall asleep holding you?” led the attorney to question his intentions, stating, “If this wasn’t a romantic relationship, then what kind of relationship was it? I want to ask Kim Soo Hyun directly.” Gold Medalist had previously confirmed that the two stars dated but insisted it only happened after Sae Ron became an adult. However, Sae Ron’s family has repeatedly pushed claims that their relationship began when she was still a minor. The controversy first surfaced through the YouTube channel Garosero.

Despite the serious nature of the claims, the legal validity of the evidence remains unclear. Critics are arguing that since the messages were reconstructed rather than original screenshots, their authenticity cannot be fully confirmed. Additionally, key details, like the timeline of certain photos, including one showing Kim Soo Hyun allegedly washing dishes at Kim Sae-ron’s home, have yet to be verified.

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The controversy has sparked heated debates online. “Anyone can fake a chat with Soo-hyun and set any date they want! They couldn’t even provide basic metadata for their so-called evidence. Only fools would believe this,” one social media user argued. Another added, Whether these messages are from 2016 or 2020, it doesn’t change the fact that a 12-year age gap and pressuring a partner for sex is wrong under any circumstances. Kim Soo Hyun is still a predator.” While some fans continue to support Soo Hyun, his popularity has taken a major hit. His Instagram following has been rapidly declining, and many are now criticising those still defending him. “How can anyone stand by him after all this? Proving a few points here and there doesn’t make him any less of a “monster.”