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Should anyone be expected to admit to something they never did? If someone says he did not do what he is accused of, then standing firm is the only honest choice. Admitting to something you never did is injustice. No one should be expected to confess to something they didn’t do just to make the crowd feel satisfied.

[NEWS] #KimSoohyun’s Legal Team: Rumors Cannot Be Grounds for Contract Termination Attorney Bang Seonghun from the law firm LKB & Partners, the legal representative of Kim Soohyun’s side, explained in a phone call with Xports News, “The court panel has changed compared to the first hearing. So after confirming the previous discussions, the case was continued in order to record the progress of the case in the hearing report.” “The court asked about the progress of the case where Mr. Kim Soohyun filed a complaint against Mr. Kim Seui, the operator of Garo Sero Institute, but a conclusion has not come out yet. We expect a decision to come out soon.” “Company A claims there is a certain amount of damages. However, our position is that the contract termination is not possible, so that amount itself cannot be recognized.” “If you look at the contract, it clearly states that ‘rumors, gossip, or matters whose truth has not been confirmed cannot become reasons for contract termination.’ Company A claims that what ‘Garo Sero Institute’ said is true, while we argue that it is only a rumor.” “In the end, in this situation we have no choice but to wait for the result of the criminal case. Only after a conclusion comes out there can we state our position on it and also state our opinion about the amount of damages.” ⸻ naver.me/xQJmyBAt

[NEWS] Actor #KimSoohyun’s side and cosmetics brand A are expected to be in a long legal dispute. On the morning of the 13th, the 22nd Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court held the second hearing for a damages lawsuit worth about 2.8 billion won that cosmetics brand A filed against Kim Soohyun and his agency. On this day, the court only spent time confirming the progress of the case so far, and then the hearing ended. At the first hearing held in November last year, the plaintiff A’s side argued that the model contract termination was justified. They said, “The part in the contract that says ‘rumors that have not been confirmed as facts cannot be considered a social controversy’ can also mean that ‘matters that are confirmed as facts can be considered a social controversy.’” They also increased the amount they were claiming from the original 500 million won to 2.86 billion won. They also pointed out, “If someone starts dating after becoming an adult, it means there was already a bond since the time when one person was a minor, and this could be seen as a violation of the duty to maintain dignity.” In response, Kim Soohyun’s side argued, “The denial of the early dating rumor happened before the contract period with A. It is hard to understand how a statement made when no contract existed can be considered a violation of the duty to maintain dignity.” They also asked the court to confirm that although the contract termination was announced in March, Kim Soohyun’s photos were still shown on the plaintiff’s official websites in Korea and Japan and in offline stores in Japan until June. Brand A’s side responded, “All related images and materials have been deleted, and for offline stores in Japan we asked the local agencies to withdraw them, so their use has already been stopped.” Meanwhile, the next hearing is scheduled for April 24. ⸻ naver.me/xdMDKaKZ

After creating a huge phenomenon with the previous drama Queen of Tears and proving his unmatched presence, the next work Knock-Off was like the final at-bat that would decorate the game with a perfect victory by continuing that overwhelming momentum. In a baseball situation with two outs and the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning of a game already in his favor, he held the bat boldly as the fourth batter who would finish the game. But before the ball even came in, endless accusations and unclear judgment poured down and he was forcibly pulled out of the field. The year he had to endure in front of this harsh suspension that came before the truth was even revealed was not a period of “self-reflection.” It was a lonely struggle to clear away distorted circumstances. Some people look at Kim Soohyun’s actions negatively, but this ignores the true nature of the case. The criminal investigation currently in progress is the only legal procedure that can reveal the actual truth between the conflicting claims of both sides. The problem is the side effects caused by the long time it takes for the judicial system to make a judgment. Because the announcement of the investigation result has been delayed while several doubts remain unresolved, including the mismatched visual information and contradictions in the data mentioned earlier, that empty space is being filled with unverified criticism and speculation. In the end, only a clear judgment from the investigative authorities can end this exhausting controversy and restart the game that has stopped. A moral standard gains legitimacy only when it is used based on clear facts. Treating one actor as a “potential criminal” and measuring the length of his self-reflection period based only on accusations without substance is itself another form of violence. The reason the 60 billion won project Knock-Off stopped cannot really be seen as the platform’s careful “moral decision.” Rather, it is the result of the cowardice of the content market, which was shaken by unverified revelations and turned away from the value of creative work. What society needs now is not empty slogans but “rational patience” that knows how to wait until the truth is revealed. A wrong judgment can be corrected, but a reputation that has been unfairly torn apart cannot easily recover even after the investigation results come out. Because a clear “decision” from the judicial authorities must come before everything else, what is needed now is not the boos of spectators. Whether the fourth batter will hold the bat again or step back for self-reflection should be decided according to the result of a fair judgment. That is the minimum common sense that society should keep. ⸻ frame-less.co.kr/news/articleVi…

[NEWS] Why Was #KimSoohyun Pushed Out Before the Truth Was Proven? In the entertainment industry, “self-reflection” has at some point fallen into something like a toll that stars who made mistakes pay in order to buy forgiveness. It is completely natural for the public to feel angry when people who clearly did wrong quietly test the waters for a comeback while measuring how long their self-reflection period should be. But the moment this sharp blade of criticism is also pointed at actor Kim Soohyun, the logic falls into a serious error. In Kim Soohyun’s case, this is not even at the stage of discussing the timing of returning to activities. The more basic question that must come first is why he was pushed out of the field in the first place, stripped of even the chance he should rightfully have had. The past year around Kim Soohyun has been a cruel record showing how the vanished “principle of presumption of innocence” can destroy a person’s life. The revelations that continued several times through live broadcasts on a certain channel were sensational, but they had no clear physical evidence. What this outlet paid attention to while tracking this case for the past year was the mismatch in visual information that appeared during the live revelations. The accusing side raised a suspicion that Kim Soohyun visited the home in Ilsan of the late Kim Saeron when she was still a minor. However, after Kim Soohyun’s agency gave a rebuttal, the place shown in the newly released video was identified as a different residence near Seoul Forest, an officetel that Kim Saeron had previously revealed during a broadcast when she was already an adult. This led to suspicion that the claim was distorted because the location was confused. In addition, regarding photos the accusing side presented as “records from when she was a minor,” Kim Soohyun’s agency directly refuted them by presenting opposite data. Based on metadata, which is the information recorded in digital files about the time a photo was taken, they said the actual shooting times were all after she had already become an adult. These points where the accusations and objective data collide were enough to raise reasonable doubt about whether the revelations were really based on factual truth. On top of that, there are clear circumstances regarding the compensation related to Kim Saeron’s past drunk driving accident. After the agency paid the compensation on her behalf, when the exclusive contract ended the agency showed consideration for her situation and told her to repay it slowly. Later, after she received a legal notice for preserving the claim, there were messages she sent to the deceased, and actor Kim Soohyun and the company responded not by ignoring them but through active mediation. Even though these clear circumstances exist, the accusing side presented the situation as if it were pressure that pushed her toward death. This strongly shows the tragic nature of the current situation. Even though the issue had already been settled smoothly through communication with the representative of the deceased’s agency after her difficulties were conveyed through the actor, tying those past records of consideration to a tragic death makes it hard to avoid criticism that the facts were twisted into another kind of violence. These careless accusations did not stop at damaging the image of one actor. They led to an unprecedented situation where production of the 60 billion won project Knock-Off, which had been prepared as his next work, was temporarily stopped. This project became a clear symbol of how revelations with unconfirmed facts can paralyze a public system and turn the efforts of many staff members into nothing.

[NEWS] #KimSoohyun’s ‘#KnockOff’ Likely to Air in First Half as Disney+ Reconsiders Release Strategy The 60 billion won big-budget film ‘Knock-Off,’ starring Kim Soohyun, which almost became a “shelved film” after being judged for indefinite release postponement, is expected to be suddenly released in the first half of this year, earlier than the second half that was originally predicted. After overturning the rumor that it would be scheduled for the second half, the dominant analysis is that Disney+ chose Kim Soohyun as the “hidden card” of its first half lineup. According to a summary of broadcasting industry trends on the 4th, Disney+ recently made large-scale changes to its 2026 content operation strategy and is seriously reviewing scheduling ‘Knock-Off’ for the first half of the year. This movement is becoming almost a confirmed fact after attorney Ko Sangrok, the legal representative of Kim Soohyun, officially added weight on the 28th of last month through his personal channel, saying, “There is a high possibility that the article about coordinating a first half schedule is true.” Attorney Ko said, “Through long and focused investigation, the serious criminal facts of the perpetrators, such as spreading false information and blackmail, are being revealed,” and emphasized, “From the platform’s position, if the risk is officially resolved, there is no more reason to delay the airing of ‘Knock-Off.’” This suggests that the so-called “Kim Soohyun risk,” which continued for about one year after the private life controversy last March, is entering the stage of legal conclusion. ‘Knock-Off,’ which had 60 billion won in production cost invested, tells the story of a man who became the king of the fake goods market during the turbulent IMF period. Starring Kim Soohyun and Jo Boah, it received strong expectations from the global market from the production stage, but right after the controversy in March last year, it faced the strong measure of “indefinite release postponement.” However, it appears that Disney+ changed its strategy in order to defend the huge production loss and to make use of Kim Soohyun’s strong global fandom, aiming to seize market leadership through a surprise release in the first half of the year. In the industry, it is expected that the confirmed streaming date of ‘Knock-Off’ will be revealed either at an entertainment company IR event scheduled for early this month or in Disney+’s additional lineup announcement. Attention from around the world is focused on whether Kim Soohyun, who remained silent for one year, can prove the return of the “real thing” in the first half OTT market. ⸻ thefairnews.co.kr/news/articleVi…

[0120] OP shared story of meeting actor #KimSoohyun at the #KnockOff filming site. Actor Kim Soohyun was so different from the cold charisma on screen, that day’s memory, when he was so full of humanity that he even felt cute, just as it was, back into the scene. Even when he finished filming and left, he was not ordinary. He bent his waist politely to a full 90 degrees, but kept only his head straight and firmly facing forward. “Thank you for your hard work!” Greeting like that and disappearing, everyone could not hold back their laughter at his unique way. Behind the laughter, there was also a deep and heavy emotion. For the staff member who was fixing the air conditioner while standing on a ladder, he personally turned on a fan for them. The kindness of actor Kim Soohyun, who added warmth to every corner of the set, filled the August night in a truly warm way. Inside the frame, he is someone’s hero, but outside the frame, he is a person who first looks at the sweat drops of the people around him. What I saw that day was not the authority of a top star, but a person who makes the surroundings feel cooler. It was Kim Soohyun’s refreshing sincerity. That freshness that kept shining even after the camera was turned off. Because of that, the long and tiring filming day changed into a pleasant lingering feeling. To witness someone’s true heart, just that alone made my ‘outside the frame’ time fully valuable, such a day. More than the glamorous image on screen, it was the kindness outside the screen that made my heart lean more that night. Why actor Kim Soohyun goes beyond being a ‘trust and watch actor’ to becoming a ‘trust and want to resemble person’ was something I realized that day. It was a memory of that day that felt good, like clear air. One more small TMI. Do actors know? That one casual joke thrown lightly on set, that cheerful energy, becomes such a big source of fighting spirit for the cast. So to all actors on set, when the set feels hard and tiring, instead of pretending not to know and passing by like you did not see, please add just one playful and witty joke lightly thrown. That small kindness of the main character, for someone, becomes a big “sweet rain” that helps them endure even the blazing sun. ⸻ In the middle of filming, as soon as the sound “Cut!” was heard, an unexpected shout followed. “Please turn on the air conditioner!” Like a child pleading, but full of playfulness, at that voice everyone burst into laughter. Because of that, the cool air conditioner wind was allowed, and the cast members also cooled their sweat and could take a short breath. It was the moment when the top star’s cheerful cuteness became a ‘sweet rain’ for everyone on set. “Daehan Minguk… DAE!” The most powerful moment was the World Cup cheering scene. It was clearly supposed to be a ‘mime’ cheer where only the mouth moves without sound, but the excited actor alone very bravely “DAE!” and he ended up shouting loudly in a booming voice. In an instant, silence flowed through the indoor set. Even the team leader could not bring himself to say anything to the actor, so toward us he said, “Now everyone, we are doing mime! Okay?” while smoothly and playfully fixing the situation, and we could not even explain how funny that moment was. That quirky charm hidden behind perfection melted the tension on the set. The cheerful energy that even made us forget the August heat feels especially clearer today, and remains in my memory in a special way. ⸻ m.blog.naver.com/chaerin888/224… ⸻ m.blog.naver.com/chaerin888/224…

[NEWS] #KimSoohyun’s #KnockOff Signals 2026 Comeback Exactly one year has passed since last March, when the declaration of “indefinite public release hold” shocked fans around the world. Signs have been captured that the Disney+ original series Knock Off, which had 60 billion won invested in production costs as actor Kim Soohyun’s next project, is finally preparing to come out into the world in the first half of 2026. According to the broadcasting and financial industries on the 28th, Disney+ is recently reorganizing its major content lineup for the first half of 2026 and is adjusting the scheduling timing of Knock Off. During the past year, because of controversy related to the actor’s personal matters, they took the strong measure of stopping production and holding the release. However, as Kim Soohyun’s global fandom is still showing strong power and the burden of losses from discarding the content has grown, analysis says they have chosen a “direct release strategy.” Knock Off deals with the story of a man who became the king of the fake goods market during the IMF period, and it shows off accurate period research and a flashy large scale. At a time when major domestic companies such as Lotte Wellfood and Hana Bank are leading the market mood in 2026 with aggressive investment and innovation, expectations are rising that the revival of this blockbuster in the content market will become a “game changer” that brings energy to the entire sector. In particular, as it becomes more likely that the progress of the remaining filming of Knock Off and specific streaming strategies will be mentioned at entertainment companies’ IR sessions scheduled for early March, the stock prices of related shares have also begun to draw an upward curve. Just as KB Kookmin Bank prepares for the future by fostering young IT talent, it is interpreted that Disney+ is also determined to break through risks head on and prove the strength of K content. An industry official said, “Like the warm weather these days, warmth is also returning to Kim Soohyun’s comeback front line, which had been frozen,” and added, “Whether the name Knock Off will appear again at the official lineup showcase in early March is the biggest point to watch in the entertainment industry in the first half of this year.” ⸻ thefairnews.co.kr/news/articleVi…

Rumors spread fast. Judgments come even faster. But real support means staying calm, waiting for facts, and not turning your back the moment things get uncomfortable.

[NEWS] FromBio, which has reached extreme financial pressure due to three consecutive years of operating losses and a sharp rise in its debt ratio, is now also facing instability in the penalty lawsuit it is carrying out against actor Kim Soohyun’s side. The scale is about 4 billion won. Kim Soohyun’s side is confident of winning, pointing to wording clearly stated in the contract terms. Bang Seonghun, a lawyer at LKB & Partners (legal representative for Kim Soohyun’s side), said in an interview with Green Economy Newspaper on the 24th. “The clause in the advertising contract about the duty to maintain dignity includes wording that says unconfirmed third-party rumors or speculative reports do not count as causing social controversy. If the facts have not been confirmed through criminal procedures, it is difficult to establish a contract violation based only on simple allegations.” In other words, a certain media outlet (HoverLab) carried out speculative reports based on unconfirmed rumors, and before the facts were clarified, the contract was unilaterally terminated and a penalty lawsuit was filed. Lawyer Bang also stated his position regarding the allegation of dating a minor raised by HoverLab. This is essentially the key issue related to the contract’s dignity clause. “We have confirmed that all the photos released by HoverLab were taken when both parties were adults. The claim of dating a minor is not true.” He also said that the related facts will be clarified through criminal procedures. FromBio’s civil lawsuit is linked to the outcome of the criminal case related to HoverLab and is currently drifting without even a court date being set. While there are predictions that the legal battle may be prolonged, the market is closely watching the impact that the lawsuit’s result could have on the company’s performance and cash flow. ⸻ greened.kr/news/articleVi…

x.com/soohyunupdates… On your birthday, we hope you feel even a fraction of the love you have given to others. We hope you stay healthy, protected, and surrounded by people who understand and support you. We hope your next chapters bring roles that challenge you, stories that inspire you, and moments that make you genuinely happy. Thank you for the comfort, the laughter, the tears, and the pride you bring to us, your fans. You are not just an actor we admire. You are someone we deeply respect. May this year be powerful, peaceful, and unforgettable. Happy Birthday, our actor Kim Soohyun. #김수현 #KimSoohyun #HappySoohyunDay #김수현생일축하해 #HBD김수현

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[0114] Famous Korean Art Director, Kim Siho, mentioned #KimSoohyun on his recent post: I first met Kim Soohyun during #DreamHigh. At that time I was the team leader in charge of art and props. I remember struggling while fighting against the extremely cold winter that year. Samdong’s drawing was drawn quickly on set, and I personally decorated Pil Suk’s pink guitar and gave it to IU. Besides that, it was a drama filled with many art props that I made. When I remember Soohyun at that time, he always had a smiling face, he was truly innocent, lively, and full of playful energy, and when acting or singing, he worked harder than anyone else, and he was very good. In fact, he was the only main cast member who was a real actor, so it must have been a burden, but I remember he handled it very smartly and well. After that, seeing him succeed more and more in many works, I thought, “as expected, he really is special.” And after time passed, I met Soohyun again, now the top star, in a drama called Knock Off, where I participated as the art director. He had become a big star, but he was humble, still humorous, and still full of playful charm. And his acting was serious and deep. Last March, my Knock Off stopped. Even now, when I take out and look at the set photos from that time, my heart feels heavy. I believe in him. It is a work that he and all of us truly made with blood and sweat, getting tired from the heat and shivering in the cold, doing our very best. I sincerely hope that the time for Knock Off with him will surely come again. ⸻ @siho_kim_ukunart/post/DTeShq7j7Qy?xmt=AQF0ml1oHFDfAqAZUAQnXiP_63Z467qRq5JfLgICdFYiKkRlcwUg-VBXbBHu0l2klTVjQOw7&slof=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">threads.com/@siho_kim_ukun…

[1226] OP shared her story of meeting actor #KimSoohyun at the #KnockOff filming site in December 7, 2024. ⸻ 12:30 PM – The Side Profile of a “Sculpture” I Met in the Parking Lot After changing into the 1990s outfit, I was heading to the set. Between the cars, someone was smoking, and next to him was someone who looked like a manager checking a phone. “Uh? Is that a staff member?” I thought casually as I was about to walk past… Wait. That face, that nose line… it feels way too familiar? 😮 Looking again, it was actor Kim Soohyun! Oh my, “Ac… actor, you are smoking here…!” (Of course, I only screamed that in my head) The moment our eyes met, he smoothly tilted his head about 45 degrees and changed the angle with such sense! ㅋㅋㅋ It made me think celebrities are people too, but even that split-second angle looked like a photoshoot, so inside I shouted “I understand, of course!” about a million times. ⸻ m.blog.naver.com/PostView.naver…

[1226] OP shared her story of meeting actor #KimSoohyun at the #KnockOff filming site in November 2024. ⸻ Finally Met Him! “Personality King” The Real Kim Soohyun, The Actor At that moment, I was sitting on an indoor chair, waiting for a while and looking at my phone. Then I heard a charming low, soft voice coming from somewhere… “Hello~” I turned my head and, no, this person is?! Our superstar, actor Kim Soohyun! From the entrance, he made eye contact with each cast member one by one and greeted them in his own special way, and wow… my mouth was left open! Even though he is a superstar, he was polite and kind, and I thought, “Ah, so this is what the real ‘personality king’ is like,” and I completely fell for him. Fan heart exploding! (From today on, my number one pick is definitely actor Kim Soohyun) At the site, there were Kim Sungjoon’s family members, CEO Baenuri, the lawyer, and even Chorong, who plays the role of a scene-stealer! It was the day when all the main cast of gathered together. Everyone looked amazing, enduring the cold by wearing long padded coats and blankets over their thin outfits. Actor Kim Soohyun in a blue suit with an Eider long padded coat, he looked great! His hair was pretty too. It was almost 8 PM when filming ended! We were moving by bus, and from far away in the darkness, a black shape was coming closer. When I looked carefully, it was actor Kim Soohyun going home from work! As he passed by, he greeted us once again in a loud voice saying, “Thank you for your hard work!” so I gathered my courage and replied too. “Actor, you also worked really hard!” His manners were perfect until the very end… It felt like all the tiredness of the day melted away with just that one greeting. Today’s Review Summary: The filming site is cold, but the actors’ passion is hot! Actor Kim Soohyun has a heart as beautiful as his face. (I’m completely in love as a fan!) ⸻ m.blog.naver.com/PostView.naver…

[1225] Attorney Ko Sangrok: “When I meet with the actor, we have to stay fully focused on the work at hand, so it is not always possible to personally deliver gifts or letters from fans. However, in our discussions, we often talk about how much effort you, the fans, are putting in right now, and how truly helpful and encouraging that support is. We are always deeply grateful for everything you do.” ⸻ @khosangrock/post/DSq2eIFE1wL?xmt=AQF0nSMretaS20TuClbjjmBGBQhqcS9RvXVxsCkcgneZxqeO99DHx4f5gw9d8Bq9812tSzta&slof=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">threads.com/@khosangrock/p…

[1218] Attorney Ko Sangrok: Partial Disclosure Of Materials Submitted To Police Call Recording With Cali Park On April 4, about one month before the May 7 press conference, a person calling himself a so called informant named Cali Park first approached Gold Medalist through LKB. This person claimed to possess an audio recording of the late Kim Saeron and insisted that it contained content favorable to actor Kim Soohyun, while demanding money. If it had been a real recording, we might have considered securing it based on fair compensation, but because the financial motive was clear and the signs of AI manipulation were obvious, we rejected the demand and immediately cut off contact. We believe that after that, or before approaching Gold Medalist, or at the same time, this person also approached Gaseyeon, produced an AI manipulated recording tailored to their preferences, and provided it to Kim Seui. We had planned not to disclose any additional materials related to this case until the investigation results were released. However, after the National Forensic Service evaluation results were reported by the media a few days ago, Gaseyeon’s Kim Seui distorted and misled the public by citing the evaluation even though its conclusion was that judgment was impossible due to the absence of the original file, and continued further harmful actions such as repeatedly playing the disputed audio, which has caused confusion. To correct unnecessary misunderstandings, we decided to limitedly disclose part of the call recording with the person known as Cali Park that was made before the May 7 press conference, among the materials we submitted to the police last month at their request. We believe the reason the police requested these materials from us last month was because, as we had worried, the National Forensic Service evaluation result came out as judgment impossible, and despite that, they needed supporting circumstantial materials to show that the recording was still difficult to trust. This is also one of the reasons we reasonably expect that, despite the disappointing conclusion of judgment impossible by the National Forensic Service, the police will not simply trust the recording as it is. We believe the police will not rely only on the technical evaluation result of the National Forensic Service, but will judge the credibility of the recording by comprehensively reviewing the full background and circumstances like these. And we expect the investigation results to be released soon. ⸻ youtube.com/post/Ugkx6ffy6…