Early morning on March 25, 2024 Kim Sae-ron posted an intimate photo of herself and actor Kim Soo-hyun on social media, then deleted it after just three minutes. However, the photo spread quickly through online communities and social media, raising dating rumors between the two. Kim Soo-hyun’s agency later denied the rumors, adding, “The photo spread online appear to have been taken when they were in the same agency in the past, and the intention of Kim Sae-ron’s actions is completely unknown.”
As the dating rumors surfaced, netizens worried the cast and crew of the tvN drama “Queen of Tears,” which Kim Soo-hyun is starring in, will be negatively affected. Many pointed out that Kim Sae-ron, also an actress working in the same industry, should be more careful of her action, and criticism has been raised that she lacked consideration for the cast and crew of the drama.
In particular, tvN’s “Queen of Tears” is Kim Soo-hyun’s return work three years after the Coupang Play series “One Fine Day” in 2021. Kim Sae-ron’s sudden action seems to have sparked a firestorm not only for Kim Soo-hyun but also for the cast and producers who are working together on this drama.
However, public opinion shifted dramatically following the tragic death of Kim Sae-ron in February 2025 and the subsequent exposure of multiple scandals involving Kim Soo-hyun. The controversial photo shared during the airing of “Queen of Tears” was revealed to be a desperate cry for help from Kim Sae-ron, rather than an attempt to sabotage the hard work of the drama’s production team.
In response to the photo, Kim Soo-hyun reiterated that, even if he could turn back time, he would still deny the claims, as the photo’s impact was far-reaching, affecting not only the actors but also the entire production team.
Netizens have voiced mixed opinions, with some suggesting that a different response from Kim Soo-hyun might have prevented the situation from escalating. Others believe his denial was necessary, as the photo’s widespread circulation significantly impacted both the “Queen of Tears” production and the public’s perception of everyone involved.
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