The late actress Kim Sae Ron’s family has spoken out about their disappointment in Kim Soo Hyun’s response and revealed plans to conduct digital forensic analysis to find evidence of their alleged past relationship.

On March 18, Kim Sae Ron’s family reacted after reviewing Kim Soo Hyun’s agency Gold Medalist’s official statement. They shared, “All we wanted was a simple apology, but we are disappointed.”

They also revealed that the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute is preparing to release videos of Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron from when they were allegedly in a relationship.

Earlier, Gold Medalist released an official statement strongly denying the rumors, stating, “The person in the photos uploaded to the late actress’s fan account is not Kim Soo Hyun.” They further warned, “Please stop trying to damage Kim Soo Hyun’s reputation based on unrelated photos.”

The agency also denied claims that they had filed a lawsuit against Kim Sae Ron for damages. They clarified, “As can be confirmed in official documents, we have never demanded compensation from Kim Sae Ron for any damages related to her projects.”

Regarding accusations that they pressured Kim Sae Ron to repay debts, Gold Medalist called the claims “completely false.” They explained, “We worked with Kim Sae Ron to resolve compensation issues from her DUI incident. Through various efforts, the remaining compensation amount was reduced to about 700 million KRW (approximately 525,000 USD). When she struggled financially, we covered the outstanding debt in December 2023.”

They emphasized that this is documented in the company’s audit report dated April 1, 2024.

Additionally, the agency denied allegations that Kim Sae Ron was banned from contacting other actors under Gold Medalist. They clarified, “The second legal notice was only to inform her that discussions about the debt should go through legal representatives, not unauthorized individuals. We never restricted her from talking to other actors.”

As both sides continue to stand firm on their positions, the public is closely watching for further developments.

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Former BIGBANG member Seungri is making headlines again, this time in China, sparking rumors that he might be planning a return to the entertainment scene.

On the 19th, Chinese media outlets like Sohu Entertainment reported that Seungri was seen at a nightclub in Hangzhou.

According to reports, "Seungri entered the venue with bodyguards by his side. He kept his head down and didn’t say a word, but fans still gathered, screaming and watching his every move."

While Seungri’s nightclub appearance has fueled speculation about his activities in China, things may not be so easy for him.

Chinese media pointed out that "To legally participate in cultural and entertainment activities, one must be registered with the Ministry of Culture. It’s unclear whether Seungri’s event was officially registered, and the authorities are now investigating."

However, his appearance is already drawing major backlash. Critics are slamming him, saying, "Despite having a criminal record, Seungri was spotted at a nightclub, seemingly trying to re-enter the Chinese market and make money. This is a direct challenge to China’s laws and morals."

Seungri was once one of K-pop’s biggest stars as a member of BIGBANG, but in 2019, he retired from the entertainment industry after being exposed as a central figure in the Burning Sun scandal.

He was convicted of nine charges, including:
Prostitution & prostitution mediation
Sex crime violations
Illegal gambling
Foreign exchange law violations
Food sanitation violations
Embezzlement
Aggravated economic crime violations
Instigation of special assault

He was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, serving his time at Yeoju Prison before being released in February 2023.

Since his release, Seungri has been seen partying at clubs and meeting with foreign investors, sparking public criticism. Recently, he was even spotted on a date with women at a bone hangover soup restaurant in Seoul, once again fueling negative reactions.

Now, with his China activities under investigation, fans and critics alike are watching closely to see what happens next!

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