'Pure devil': Kim Soo Hyun's 'cheerful' fan messages days after Kim Sae Ron's death spark backlash amid his ongoing scandal

Newly revealed Bubble messages from Kim Soo Hyun have sparked further controversy amid his ongoing backlash surrounding his dating scandal with late actress Kim Sae Ron. The private messages, sent just one week after Kim Sae Ron¡¯s tragic passing, have drawn criticism, with many accusing the actor of showing indifference to her death, despite their past romantic involvement.

Kim Soo Hyun¡¯s Bubble messages resurface amid growing controversy

On February 23, just one week after Kim Sae Ron¡¯s passing on February 16¡ªwhich also happened to be his birthday¡ªKim Soo Hyun interacted with his fans on the fan communication app Bubble. The messages, originally posted on TheQoo and reshared on X by K-media outlet Pancchoa, show the actor responding to fan inquiries in a cheerful, upbeat tone, as he continues to celebrate his birthday.

As translated by the publication, he greeted fans with, ¡°Wow. Hello?¡± and added, ¡°Kim February Sunday special. It¡¯s still my birthday.¡±

Just days later, on February 25, Kim Soo Hyun attended G-Dragon¡¯s album listening party. In response to a fan¡¯s question about the BIGBANG member, he remarked, ¡°I¡¯m busy as well, but he (G-Dragon) is even busier.¡±

Credit: TheQoo

Netizens react to Kim Soo Hyun's fan message

X users have now slammed the Queen of Tears actor, with many criticizing his apparent insensitivity to the tragedy.

One user wrote, "He has no regret, just playing victim so that some fools fall for it. All he cares about is himself. He must be looking for his next target. Pedophile."

He has no regret , just playing victim so that some fools fall for it. All he cares about is himself . He must be looking for his next target . Pedophile https://t.co/Qv38D19g18

¡ª Maverick (@Maveric23329704) March 15, 2025

Another commented, "Genuinely, you groomed her, and she was a part of your company, yet 2 days later you're partying the f**k up after her death ON YOUR BIRTHDAY??? Like, you're definitely going to hell."

genuinely you groomed her and she was apart of ur company yet 2 days later ur partying the fuck up after her death ON UR BIRTHDAY??? like you definitely going to hell https://t.co/ROfnqBNtJ8

¡ª sohee thinker (@heesoluvlee) March 15, 2025

A third user slammed the actor, writing, ""Its still my birthday," he said, even if 0.1%. I believe he dated her after she became legal (which itself is weird because how can you date someone you knew as a child?). How can you NOT have empathy for your own ex? That alone marks him as psychotic, and now he is under anxiety?

" its still my birthday " he said even if 0.1% i believe he dated her after she became legal ( which itself is weird bcoz how can you date someone you knew as a child) how can you NOT have empathy for your own ex? That alone marks him as psychotic and now he is under anxiety? ? https://t.co/5kORiC2rtg

¡ª House of Xu (@XuHousePali) March 15, 2025

"Pure evil," one simply commented.

Pure evil ? https://t.co/1gWqsR618w

¡ª Rae ? (@goodgirlraerae) March 16, 2025

"I seriously believe he is a psychopath, devoid of any kind of emotion; his ex, regardless of the duration of dating, died, and he didn't even budge, partying for the next few days. Never in my life have I seen such a disgusting person," added another user.

i seriously believe he is a psychopath,devoid of any kind of emotion, his ex regardless of the duration of dating died and he didn't even budge, partying for next few days. Never in my life ive seen such disgusting person. https://t.co/KDx9WTS6ln

¡ª pea.FirstFrostYearner?? (@f4kebongg) March 15, 2025

Kim Soo Hyun's controversial post on the day Kim Sae Ron died

Earlier, Kim Soo Hyun faced intense backlash after an old Instagram post resurfaced, showing him celebrating his birthday on February 16, the same day actress Kim Sae Ron was found dead at her apartment. The controversial post, in which he thanked fans for their gifts and well-wishes, has now been deemed insensitive by many, especially after Kim Sae Ron's family accused Kim Soo Hyun of contributing to her struggles.

The backlash erupted on March 10 after the YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute aired a video in which Kim Sae Ron's aunt made shocking claims about Kim Soo Hyun. She alleged that the actor had been in a secret relationship with the actress for six years, starting when she was just 15. Additionally, she accused Kim Soo Hyun of distancing himself from Kim Sae Ron following her 2022 DUI scandal and claimed that his agency, Gold Medalist, played a role in her financial struggles.

Gold medalist confirms Kim Soo Hyun dated Kim Sae Ron

After denying Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun's relationship for years, the actor's agency Gold Medalist confirmed on March 14 that he dated Kim Sae Ron, but only after she became an adult. The agency released several statements that day, addressing the allegations made by Garosero Institute and revealing the toll the controversy was taking on Kim Soo Hyun's mental health.

According to Gold Medalist, Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron were in a relationship from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020, when Kim Sae Ron was already an adult. The agency denied claims that Kim Soo Hyun dated Kim Sae Ron when she was a minor, stating that photos presented as evidence were actually taken when Kim Sae Ron was an adult.

It also refuted allegations that Kim Soo Hyun ignored Kim Sae Ron's financial struggles, arguing that Gold Medalist had actually helped Kim Sae Ron resolve her debts and even wrote off her remaining debt in December 2023.

The agency said that the My Love from the Star actor's mental state has been affected by the intense media scrutiny, with individuals loitering around the company building with cameras. His agency expressed concern about the spreading of false information and the impact it's having on Kim Soo Hyun's well-being.

Meanwhile, Kim Sae Ron's family has threatened legal action, seeking an apology from the actor for denying their relationship earlier.

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