Kim Soo Hyun is caught up in a big controversy after claims that he dated the late Kim Sae Ron when she was a minor. Now, an old comment from actor Choi Woo Shik is going viral again.

Back in February 2014, Choi Woo Shik appeared on MBC’s Radio Star, where host Yoon Jong Shin brought up something he had said about Kim Soo Hyun. He revealed, “You once said, ‘I heard bad rumors about that hyung.’ You dissed him right away!”

Choi Woo Shik looked shocked and denied it, saying, “I don’t think Soo Hyun hyung even knows me.” But when Kim Gura reminded him that they acted together in Secretly, Greatly, Choi Woo Shik explained, “I had to hit him from behind in one scene. I hit him really hard.”

Yoon Jong Shin jokingly asked, “So you hit him hard and then said he has bad rumors?” Super Junior’s Kyuhyun also teased, “Aren’t you the one who started the rumor?” Actress Ra Mi Ran even suggested a fake headline, “Kim Soo Hyun picks and chooses his people.”

Now, this old TV clip is gaining attention again as Kim Soo Hyun faces serious allegations. Recently, Kim Sae Ron’s family appeared on Garo Sero Institute’s YouTube channel, claiming that Kim Soo Hyun had been in a six-year relationship with Kim Sae Ron, starting in 2015 when she was still underage. They even shared supposed proof like photos and letters.

Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, strongly denied everything, saying, “These are baseless falsehoods. We will take legal action.”

But as the controversy continues to grow, the agency announced that they will release a detailed official statement next week with clear evidence.

With all these rumors and past comments coming back, netizens are keeping a close eye on what will happen next!

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Director Kim Hyung Joo of The Match has finally shared his thoughts on Yoo Ah In’s involvement in a drug scandal, calling it a major disappointment, especially considering the actor’s role as the lead in the film.

On March 19th, the director attended a press screening and briefing for The Match at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. Alongside Kim, actors Lee Byung Hun, Ko Chang Seok, Hyun Bong Sik, Moon Jung Hee, and Jo Woo Jin were present to discuss the film.

The Match revolves around the legendary Go player Cho Hun Hyun (played by Lee Byung Hun), who, after a loss to his disciple, decides to challenge the top players again, driven by his competitive spirit. The movie is directed by Kim Hyung Joo.

Lee Byung Hun plays the iconic Go champion Cho Hun Hyun, while Yoo Ah In portrays his disciple, Lee Chang Ho.

During the event, Kim recalled the casting process, saying, "When we were casting, Lee Byung Hun was cast first. Just having him felt like we had the world, and then, getting Yoo Ah In as a bonus made me even happier."

Although filming wrapped up in 2021, Yoo Ah In's drug scandal led to the indefinite postponement of the film’s release. Now, nearly four years later, The Match is finally set to hit theaters on March 26th.

Reflecting on Yoo Ah In's scandal, Director Kim openly shared his frustration, calling it "irresponsible and disappointing" for the actor to make such a mistake as the lead.

He added, “Before being an actor, he made a mistake as a member of society and was punished, so I don’t think there’s much more to say.” Kim smiled bitterly as he spoke.

Describing the challenges he faced due to the scandal, Kim compared the experience to being trapped in "a hellish tunnel."

He said, "There was nothing I could do inside, so it was overwhelming. But now that we have the light of release, it feels like I can breathe. I’m deeply moved."

The director also shared that because Yoo Ah In was the lead actor, the film had to be released as it was, without editing. This has led some people to feel uneasy about watching the film, given the actor’s scandal.

When asked about this, Director Kim said, "Choosing and judging is up to the audience, so I can't force anything. But I hope they watch the movie as it is. I unintentionally got hurt before the release, so I hope people watch the movie warmly, as if applying ointment to a wound."

The Match will officially be released on March 26th.

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