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Pink Villa
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kim Soo Hyun's lawyer interrogated by police in defamation case involving Garosero and Kim Sae Ron's family, Report
The controversy involving actor Kim Soo Hyun, the late Kim Sae Ron, and the Garosero Research Institute continues to gain public attention. Authorities are pressing forward with their investigation. On June 30, the Seoul Gangnam Police Station confirmed that they had questioned Kim Soo Hyun's legal representative earlier this month. According to police officials, Attorney Bang Sung Hoon of L.K.B & Partners was summoned for questioning on June 18 at 2 p.m. He is currently representing Kim Soo Hyun. The interrogation centered on the defamation complaint previously filed by the actor against Garosero and the late Kim Sae Ron's family. However, investigators declined to provide specific details about what was discussed during the meeting or the exact scope of the questioning. Kim Soo Hyun files new complaint In addition to the June 18 questioning, police are now also investigating a new complaint filed by Kim Soo Hyun's legal team on June 23. The actor's side formally accused Kim Sae Ron 's bereaved family and Kim Se Eui, the Garosero operator, of false accusation. This marks the second such complaint from the actor's side in this case. A police spokesperson stated, 'We plan to coordinate an appearance date with the suspect (Garosero) and conduct an investigation soon.' This new filing follows an earlier lawsuit submitted on May 9. In it, Kim Soo Hyun accused Kim Se Eui of defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act. The actor's side also cited a violation of the Stalking Punishment Act. Background: Controversial audio file and AI claims Kim Sae Ron was found deceased at her home in Seongdong-gu, Seoul on February 16, 2025. And shortly after, her family through Garosero began sharing supposed evidence of a long-term relationship between her and Kim Soo Hyun. These materials included images and text messages, which they claimed supported the underage relationship allegation. The situation escalated dramatically in early May. Garosero held a public press conference and released a controversial audio clip allegedly featuring the voice of Kim Sae Ron. In the recording, a female voice is heard stating that she had been romantically involved with Kim Soo Hyun since her middle school years. The recording is claimed to have been made on January 10, 2025. However, Kim Soo Hyun's side quickly responded with a strong denial. They asserted that the audio clip was fabricated and possibly AI-generated. What's next? With Kim Soo Hyun's attorney already questioned and multiple lawsuits filed, authorities confirmed they plan to summon Kim Se Eui. While no date has been publicly disclosed, police stated that they are in the process of coordinating an appropriate schedule.
Pink Villa
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why did Kim Soo Hyun mention in livestream dispatch police to Garosero's office? YouTuber claims 'press suppression'
The controversy involving Kim Soo Hyun and the YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute escalated again on June 13, 2025. Seoul police were dispatched to the channel's office in Shinsa-dong. The incident came after the channel aired a live broadcast. The viewers say it may have violated a court-issued stalking restriction involving the actor. Live broadcast prompts immediate reaction According to reports, the latest stream featured Kim Soo Hyun 's name prominently in the video thumbnail before it went live. This triggered a wave of concern among netizens. They suspected the move could be a violation of the court's provisional measure. The order bars Kim Se Ui, the figurehead of Garosero, from producing or publishing content related to the actor. As viewers witnessed the stream unfold in real time, multiple individuals reported the video to the police. It prompted immediate action from authorities. Police visit and verbal warning Seoul's police responded swiftly, visiting the YouTube studio and confronting Kim Se Ui directly. Officers reportedly informed him of the provisional stalking measure in place and issued a verbal warning. They urged caution in any further content referencing Kim Soo Hyun. The interaction was brief, and officers departed soon after, but the implications were significant. When asked by the media about the specifics of the warning or whether legal procedures would follow, police declined to elaborate. They stated they could not provide detailed confirmation at this stage. Kim Se Ui responds Despite the police's intervention, Kim Se Ui addressed the situation directly during the same broadcast. Visibly frustrated, he stated, 'The police rang the doorbell and interrupted me while I was on a live broadcast. This is an apparent suppression of the press.' Stalking order The visit follows an earlier decision by the Seoul Central District Court, which imposed a provisional stalking order against Kim Se Ui. It restricts his ability to reference or contact Kim Soo Hyun. The YouTuber had appealed the court's decision, but the appeal was dismissed, leaving the order intact. Garosero's role in controversy Garosero Research Institute has been at the center of the firestorm surrounding the late actress Kim Sae Ron and her alleged relationship with Kim Soo Hyun. The channel has repeatedly published videos making serious claims about the actor. Many of which remain unverified. Backed by members of Kim Sae Ron's family, Garosero alleges that Kim Soo Hyun was in a romantic relationship with the actress for six years. It allegedly began when she was still underage. However, Kim Soo Hyun firmly denied the accusations. He states that the actor and Kim Sae Ron were in a relationship for only one year, and only after she became a legal adult.
Pink Villa
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Is Kim Soo Hyun personally involved in provisional seizure of Garosero YouTuber's assets amid Kim Sae Ron scandal?
The Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron dating scandal had a major development with the actress' side receiving their first major blow. It included the court ordering for seizure of two properties of YouTuber Kim Se Eui of Garosero Research Institute– the one who amplified Kim Sae Ron's family's messages to the world. As per a June 11 report by Newsen, Kim Soo Hyun was directly involved in the provisional seizure of assets. Read to know how. Garosero's Kim Se Eui slapped with seizure of 2 real estate assets Kim Se Eui was the constant supporter of Kim Sae Ron 's bereaved family and all the revelations regarding the two actors' past involvement with each other was made through his YouTube channel. Due to that, a damages lawsuit was filed and asset seizure request was made by Kim Soo Hyun's agency against Kim Se Eui, which resulted favourably for the actor's side. The Seoul Central District Court approved the real estate seizure request of GOLDMEDALIST, worth 11 billion KRW (about 8 million USD). It allowed the agency to claim two of Kim Se Ui's luxury residential properties, with their total worth being 4 billion KRW (about 2.93 million USD). The properties included a Hanyang 4th Apartment in Apgujeong and a Buksan Blooming Apartment in Seocho. Kim Soo Hyun's direct involvement in provisional seizure of Garosero operator Kim Soo Hyun was explicitly named as a creditor in the provisional seizure of Garosero Institute Co., Ltd.'s bank account holding corporate sponsorship funds. This move underscored his hands-on approach in pursuing legal action against the whistle-blower. The reason Kim Soo Hyun's name wasn't included in the real estate seizures, according to LKB & Partners, his legal team, was that registering a claim on real estate would require making his personal details publicly accessible. To maintain his privacy and keep crucial information out of reach of the opposing party, Kim Soo Hyun strategically decided to participate directly only in the bank account seizure, thereby maintaining confidentiality. The issue stemmed from Kim Sae Ron's side accusing Kim Soo Hyun of being involved romantically with the late actress during her underage days. Kim Soo Hyun legally refuted it, filing defamation charges against both the bereaved family and the Garosero operator.
Pink Villa
11-06-2025
- Business
- Pink Villa
Kim Soo Hyun wins court approval to seize 2 properties owned by Garosero YouTuber amid Kim Sae Ron scandal, DETAILS
The defamation lawsuit between actor Kim Soo Hyun and YouTuber Kim Se Ui (Garosero Research Institute operator) has reached a major turning point. According to a June 11 report by Money Today, the Seoul Central District Court approved a provisional seizure request filed by Kim Soo Hyun's agency, GOLDMEDALIST. This allows the agency to claim two of Kim Se Ui's luxury residential properties. The court issued its ruling on June 9, just days after GOLDMEDALIST sought court approval to secure assets amid a 12 billion KRW civil lawsuit against the YouTuber. The ruling signals that the court recognizes a reasonable basis for the damages alleged by the agency, at least at this preliminary stage. Two prime Seoul properties tied to case The properties now under provisional seizure include two luxury apartments in Seoul. This consists of a 120.27 square-meter unit located in Seocho Buksan Blooming. The other is a larger 208.65 square-meter unit in the prestigious Hanyang Apartment Complex 4 in Apgujeong-dong. Notably, while the Apgujeong unit is co-owned by Kim Se Ui and his sister, the court ruling applies only to his 50% ownership share. GOLDMEDALIST is seeking a total of 4 billion KRW in secured damages from these two assets: 2 billion KRW allocated to each property. It is a part of its broader civil damage claim for defamation, emotional harm, and reputational damage. Legal experts suggest more action could follow Attorney Noh Jong Eon from Law Firm Jonjae noted that this kind of court ruling reflects the court's opinion that the damage claim is not without merit. 'The court likely found reasonable grounds in the claimed damages,' he explained. He added, 'However, since this is a provisional seizure, Kim Se Ui's rebuttal has yet to be reviewed. The final compensation could change after a full hearing.' Until then, the court's move ensures that Kim Se Ui cannot sell or transfer the properties in question. Loans could complicate recovery The estimated market value of the seized Seocho apartment currently stands at around 2.5 billion KRW. And a similar unit in the Apgujeong complex was recently sold for approximately 8.87 billion KRW, according to real estate insiders. Despite these high valuations, reports indicate that both apartments carry sizable outstanding mortgage loans. It could make it harder for GOLDMEDALIST to recover the full claimed amount if the court eventually awards them damages. Controversy background The legal battle between Kim Soo Hyun and YouTuber Kim Se Ui began in March 2025. Kim Se Ui accused the actor of having an 'inappropriate relationship' with Kim Sae Ron during her underage years, backed by her family. GOLDMEDALIST denied the claims, later clarifying the relationship began in 2019, after she became a legal adult. The controversy escalated quickly. GOLDMEDALIST filed both criminal and civil suits against Kim Se Ui and Kim Sae Ron's family for defamation, spreading false information, and violating s*xual violence laws. In response, Kim Sae Ron's family countersued Kim Soo Hyun, citing child welfare violations and false accusations. Legal investigations continue.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Kim Soo Hyun scores major legal win against Garosero as court orders seizure of Kim Se Ui's Seoul apartments worth $2.9 million
The Seoul Central District Court has approved the seizure of two high-value apartments owned by Kim Se Ui, 48, CEO of the controversial Garosero Research Institute, following a lawsuit filed by Gold Medalist, the agency representing actor Kim Soo Hyun, 37. According to K-media outlet Money Today, the court's decision, issued on the 9th, targets a 120.27㎡ unit in Seocho Byeoksan Blooming (Seocho-gu) and a 208.65㎡ unit in Hanyang 4th Apartment (Gangnam-gu), both owned by Kim Se Ui. Since the Gangnam property is co-owned with his sister, only Kim's 50% stake was seized. The total claim amounts to 4 billion KRW (approx. USD 2.9 million)—2 billion KRW for each property. Garosero's role in Kim Soo Hyun's dating scandal Garosero Research Institute gained notoriety earlier this year after exposing allegations that Kim Soo Hyun had an inappropriate relationship with the late actress Kim Sae Ron when she was a minor. The controversy erupted when Kim Sae Ron's aunt claimed the actor had been involved with her niece when she was just 15, while he was 27. Kim Soo Hyun denied the underage dating allegations but admitted to a relationship with Kim Sae Ron only after she turned 19 (Korean age). However, Garosero escalated the scandal by releasing intimate photos of the two, including a nude photo of Kim Soo Hyun, intensifying public scrutiny. Legal repercussions & financial fallout Gold Medalist, Kim Soo Hyun's agency, retaliated with lawsuits against Kim Se Ui and Kim Sae Ron's family for defamation and violating the Sexual Violence Punishment Act, seeking 12 billion KRW (approx. $8.7 million USD) in damages. Legal experts suggest that if the court rules against Garosero, Kim Se Ui and the bereaved family could face joint liability, meaning they may share financial responsibility regardless of individual involvement. Financial complications: Mortgages & market value Despite the seizure, creditors may not recover the full claimed amount. Kim Se Ui had already mortgaged both properties for a combined 5.022 billion KRW (approx. USD 3.6 million). Seocho Byeoksan Blooming (2.5 billion KRW market value): Mortgaged for 1.32 billion KRW. Hanyang 4th Apartment (8.87 billion KRW total value; 4.4 billion KRW for Kim's 50% stake): Mortgaged for 3.7 billion KRW. With the seizure claim (4 billion KRW) and existing loans exceeding the properties' market values, Gold Medalist may struggle to recover the full damages sought. Notably, the court's seizure order is provisional, meaning the final amount could change based on Kim Se Ui's defense. However, the case underscores the escalating legal and financial stakes in this high-profile scandal. For now, all eyes remain on the courtroom as Kim Soo Hyun's agency continues its pursuit of justice and compensation against Garosero's explosive claims. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
