The Underage Dating Rumor Sparks a New Twist
Actor Kim Soo-hyun finds himself in the eye of a swirling media storm—but not for a K-drama plot twist. Instead, he’s publicly rebutting claims made by the bereaved family of the late Kim Sae-ron, who allege the two maintained a romantic relationship while she was underage. Now, a so-called “third person” has entered the picture—and netizens are buzzing.
Kim Soo-hyun Pushes Back, Raises a Different Name (Silently)
On May 29, Kim’s legal representative Go Sang-rok addressed the situation head-on. “The claim that Kim Soo-hyun had a six-year relationship with the late Kim Sae-ron beginning during her minor years is groundless and false,” he stated. According to the lawyer, the relationship began in late 2019, after Sae-ron had reached adulthood, and ended sometime in early 2020.
But what really turned heads was a quiet bombshell: the actor allegedly had a different girlfriend from 2016 through spring 2019—during his military service. This woman, now dubbed the “mystery ex,” has never been publicly named. Yet, her existence could debunk the timeline in the wrongful claims.
Fans Ask: Who’s the “Third Person”?
If K-drama fans know anything, it’s that there’s always a twist—and this time, real life might be juicier than fiction. Speculation has now shifted to identifying this elusive girlfriend. However, Kim’s legal team made it crystal clear: her identity will be protected. Go added, “She had constant contact with Kim Soo-hyun from enlistment to discharge. His relationship with Ms. Kim Sae-ron only happened briefly and after she became an adult.”
That hasn’t stopped online rumors from spiraling. Some netizens have come to Kim’s defense, questioning the reliability of the accusations. Others urge the public to stop speculating, citing potential emotional harm to all involved.
A Legal Battle and a Call for Restraint
Meanwhile, Kim Soo-hyun has launched both a criminal defamation case and a civil suit for damages worth 12 billion Korean won (approximately $12 million). His critics call it an overreach; his fans call it a fight for truth. As of now, the online conversation has largely shifted toward support, with many urging, “Let’s not act like tabloid detectives before we know the facts.”
With this unexpected revelation of a long-term girlfriend from military days, the scandal takes a new turn. But as her name remains withheld, the message is loud and clear: some pasts aren’t for public consumption.
