The narrative surrounding the late actress Kim Sae Ron‘s final days and the actions of her family after her tragic passing continues to evolve, drawing increased scrutiny from netizens. A recent exposé has brought to light her father’s inquiry about her apartment deposit shortly after her funeral, coupled with clarifications from her former agency, Gold Medalist, further fueling questions about the family’s intentions and the accuracy of their previous statements.
According to reports, just one day after Kim Sae Ron’s funeral on February 18th, her biological father contacted her landlord seeking the return of a significant ₩50.0 million KRW (approximately $35,700 USD) rental deposit. This request, however, unveiled a previously unknown act of generosity towards the actress. It was revealed that the deposit had not been paid by Kim Sae Ron herself but by an education company executive, known only as Mr. A, who had stepped in to provide financial assistance during her reported struggles.
Further details indicated that Mr. A had twice covered housing deposits for Kim, responding to her requests for help with rent. Additionally, a close friend, a singer identified as B, is said to have contributed to one of the deposits. Both Mr. A and singer B reportedly chose to directly pay the deposits rather than lend Kim money, seemingly to avoid potential interpersonal financial complications. The landlord, upon being contacted by Kim’s father, explained that the lease was under Mr. A’s name and therefore the deposit could not be returned to the family. The report suggests that Kim’s father accepted this explanation once the circumstances were clarified.
Interestingly, despite the financial support she received, sources indicate that Kim Sae Ron diligently managed her living expenses. She reportedly never missed a rent payment, covering all costs through part-time work, highlighting her personal responsibility even during challenging times.
This revelation surrounding the deposit inquiry has emerged amidst ongoing skepticism towards Kim Sae Ron’s family, particularly following their allegations that her former agency, Gold Medalist, had pushed her to extreme distress through debt collection. However, a recent report from Money Today directly contradicts these claims. The outlet states that Gold Medalist had, in fact, written off Kim Sae Ron’s debt and had no plans to pursue legal repayment. Money Today reports that the agency sent two formal notifications to Kim’s side, clarifying that these were “procedural” and requesting understanding. Furthermore, it’s stated that Kim Sae Ron never paid any interest or additional fees to the agency.
The Money Today report also addresses the swirling rumors surrounding Kim Sae Ron’s alleged relationship with actor Kim Soo Hyun, labeling the accusations as containing “alleged factual errors.” The outlet points out that from 2016 to 2019, both actors were publicly known to be dating other individuals. They also state there is no evidence to support claims that Kim Sae Ron worked behind the scenes at Gold Medalist. The “2016 photo” referenced in online discussions is reportedly from a period after 2019, and other photos presented as “evidence” of a relationship have been proven false, with some even featuring a different man entirely. Additionally, a video of spicy chicken stew, supposedly filmed at Kim Soo Hyun’s residence in 2018, reportedly included other people present at the time.
These new details surrounding the deposit inquiry and the former agency’s statements raise significant questions about the narrative presented by Kim Sae Ron’s family. The revelation of Mr. A and singer B’s financial support, coupled with Gold Medalist’s claims of writing off her debt and the debunking of the Kim Soo Hyun relationship rumors, paints a more complex picture than initially suggested. Netizens are now increasingly questioning the family’s motivations and the accuracy of their assertions regarding the circumstances leading up to Kim Sae Ron’s tragic passing.
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