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Pink Villa
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Pink Villa
Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Act: Press Ethics Committee warned 25 media outlets for reportage on it amid Kim Sae Ron dating row
The Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron dating scandal escalated to the extent of a petition being filed to change to the current statutory s*xual crime laws of South Korea. Since the act was proposed following allegations of the actor being s*xually involved with an underage Kim Sae Ron, it was called the Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Act. However, noting the potential damage it could cause the actor, a warning was issued against the usage of his name for reportage. Media outlets asked not to use Kim Soo Hyun's name in reportage of petition for amendment of s*xual crime laws 25 media outlets covering the Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Act faced warning from the Korea Press Ethics Commission during their 997th meeting, as reported by K-media SBS Entertainment News on July 7. The Act aimed at raising the age of statutory r*pe for minors. The commission noted that using Kim Soo Hyun's real name in the article headlines could stigmatize him as a cr*minal, potentially causing emotional and mental harm to him, his family and fans. What laws did journalists breach while covering the Kim Soo Hyun Prevention Act? As per, the Korea Press Ethics Commission to the 25 media outlets faced the cautionary notice for breaching journalistic ethics. The outlets were found guilty of violating Article 10 (Principles of Titles) and Article 11 (Respect for Honor and Credit) by using titles that linked actor Kim Soo Hyun to unverified allegations. An example of a headline that was flagged as unethical by the commission is– "Kim Soo Hyun's grooming sexual crime against Kim Sae Ron, who was a minor, was revealed and angered the public." They emphasized that responsible journalism requires verifying claims before publishing them, especially when reporting on such sensitive topics. By failing to do so, the media houses compromised their responsibility to report accurately and fairly. The commission explained that 'citing the petitioner's one-sided claims as they are or using the bill title with Kim Soo Hyun's real name as the title of the article, raises concern that it may stigmatize the individual as a criminal when facts have not been confirmed.' This incident highlighted the importance of adhering to press ethics guidelines to prevent harm to individuals and communities.
Pink Villa
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will BTS' V move to new agency with Wooga Squad bestie Park Hyung Sik? Here's why fans think so
Park Hyung Sik embarked on a new career chapter through the launch of agency, RÊVE, as reported by K-media outlet SBS Entertainment News on July 1. The company was founded by him and his longtime colleague and manager, who has been by his side since his K-pop artist days with ZE:A. The agency's name sparked speculation that BTS' V might join the agency. Park Hyung Sik launches new agency with friend of 20 years Park Hyung Sik, known for his roles in Buried Hearts and Strong Girl Do Bong Soon, has partnered with a longtime industry friend to launch agency RÊVE. The new venture was planned and carried out on 20 years of trust and camaraderie between them. The actor plans to continue his active pursuits under the new agency. A RÊVE official expressed their excitement about the collaboration, saying, "We are happy to be walking a new path with Park Hyung-sik," and "We will repay you with good works and activities, containing the trust and companionship we have built up over a long time." The name, RÊVE, is French for "dream," which led to speculations of a future collaboration with V, as he is also associated with the word. The agency's name has drawn parallels with BTS' V Paris-themed photobook, also titled Rêve, sparking speculation among fans about potential collaborations or connections between the two. The name similarity made fans wonder if Park Hyung Sik's Wooga Squad bestie V was involved in behind-the-scenes activities regarding the agency formation, including its naming. As the two artists are known for their brotherly bond, the possibility cannot be negated. Some fans went a step ahead and speculated that the Love Me Again singer might be one of the first artists to sign in Park Hyung Sik's label. They felt that it was "a sign that Tae might also join this agency for his acting career." Recently, the BTS member took to Weverse live to tease a "big" project coming up and as per fans, his new second acting gig following Hwarang, under RÊVE, might be it.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kim Sae Ron's massive financial debt confirmed: Court records reveal her as a creditor in her father's bankruptcy case; up to 1.20 billion KRW debt in total
The late actress Kim Sae Ron was under a lot of financial distress due to a large amount of debt that had been collected under her name. As per recent reports, it has been confirmed that the late actress had taken loans from a lot of people and agencies. Beyond that, Sae Ron's family's financial situation was also severely affected, adding to the actress' list of issues. Kim Sae Ron riddled with debt; reports confirm As per recent court records obtained by SBS Entertainment News, the late actress Kim Sae Ron had been in a lot of debt in the years leading up to her untimely demise. The 'Guitar Man' actress was listed as one of the 20 creditors in her father's bankruptcy case. The debt listed in the 2020 case amounted to approximately 200 million KRW. Beyond that, the actress had also invested in a family restaurant along with the help of her acquaintance. The restaurant started off in 2021, but due to financial difficulties within the firm and underperforming issues, it had to be shut down last year. Sae Ron lost her entire deposit amount on the restaurant, as it was closed before the official date for the contract expiration passed, as stated by the restaurant's owner. The DUI case caused major setbacks in his career The actress had already been suffering from a lot of financial turmoil. In 2022, the 'Mirror of the Witch' actress got into a DUI accident, which ended up causing a lot of issues for her. Sae Ron's career was directly affected, and she even faced a lot of public backlash as well. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo During the case proceedings for her accident, her lawyer had also quoted that 'She is the head of the household in her family. Not only her, but her family is also struggling financially.' Owed money to a lot of acquaintances and agencies What also added to the actress's financial difficulties is that she had taken loans from a lot of people. She allegedly owed debt to singers, actors, and athletes, as well as former agencies. Including these debts along with her bankruptcy case, the actress was under major financial distress of up to 1.20 billion KRW. The case surrounding Kim Soo Hyun and the late Kim Sae Ron continues These reports have come to light amid the ongoing dating scandal case of actor Kim Soo Hyun and the late Kim Sae Ron. After her sudden demise due to suicide, the latter's family had alleged that Soo Hyun had dated Sae Ron when she was a minor. They also alleged that the actor and his agency had been trying to extract money from the celebrity as well.
Pink Villa
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kim Sae Ron bore family's 1.2 billion KRW debt at 20 amid Kim Soo Hyun dating scandal, new claims surface post-death
New information has surfaced about the immense financial and emotional struggles late Kim Sae Ron quietly battled for years. Despite her fame and early success as a child star, the actress reportedly carried a heavy financial burden. It was tied to both her family's misfortunes and personal setbacks. Father's bankruptcy Kim Sae Ron had been facing prolonged financial instability, largely stemming from obligations to her family. It is confirmed through court documents that the actress had taken on a portion of her father's debt during a particularly difficult period for her family. In 2023, official records listed her as one of the creditors in her father's personal bankruptcy case. It was a result of a failed business venture that left him owing significant sums to over 20 creditors. Her father's bankruptcy filing dates back to December 2020, when Kim Sae Ron was only 20 years old. Reports indicate that the debt exceeded 200 million KRW (around 147,000 USD). Failed business venture Kim Sae Ron' s attempts to invest and create a stable financial foundation also appear to have ended in disappointment. In 2021, she was reportedly involved in establishing a small restaurant business through an acquaintance. The business was registered under someone else's name. However, insiders confirmed that she not only financed a large portion of the startup costs but also leveraged her celebrity connections to promote the restaurant. Despite her efforts, the restaurant failed to gain traction and ultimately closed its doors in 2024, well before its contract was set to expire. The building's landlord disclosed that the closure resulted in the forfeiture of the full deposit due to months of unpaid rent and maintenance fees. It compounded the actress's financial losses. Post-DUI struggles Kim Sae Ron's situation further deteriorated following her DUI incident in 2022, which significantly impacted her public image and career opportunities. During her court trial, her lawyer described her as the financial head of the household. She was responsible not only for supporting herself but also her family members. It was during this period that many of her financial difficulties became more publicly known. Sources indicate that after her DUI case, she found it increasingly challenging to secure acting jobs, which in turn affected her ability to manage debt repayment. Her income was further limited by halted brand endorsements and ongoing legal costs related to the DUI case. Borrowing from friends, celebrities, and former agencies In addition to family-related debts and business losses, Kim Sae Ron reportedly relied on personal loans to stay afloat. A report by SBS Entertainment News revealed that she had borrowed money from various acquaintances within the entertainment and sports industries, as well as from former management agencies. These included actors, singers, athletes, and close friends who tried to support her during times of need. Combined, her outstanding debt had reportedly reached a staggering 1.20 billion KRW (approximately 882,000 USD) at the time of her death. Relationship controversy Alongside the financial revelations, Kim Sae Ron's name has recently been tied to a growing controversy involving actor Kim Soo Hyun. Allegations have circulated claiming the two had been in a long-term relationship that began while she was still underage. According to these claims, the two allegedly dated for six years. In response, Kim Soo Hyun has denied these accusations. He states that the relationship lasted only one year and began after Kim Sae Ron became an adult.
