On April 15, GOLDMEDALIST released the following official statement:
“Hello, this is GOLDMEDALIST.
Recently, malicious posts, comments, and false information targeting our artist, Kim Soo Hyun, have been indiscriminately posted and circulated online. In particular, baseless speculative content and unverified claims have been continuously and repeatedly shared, leading the public to form misconceptions and damaging the artist’s reputation.
Malicious slander, the circulation of false information, personal attacks, and sexual harassment, which are rampant on online communities and social media, are criminal acts that should not be taken lightly. Based on active reports from fans regarding malicious actions and our own internal monitoring, we submitted a legal complaint to investigative authorities on April 14 for charges of defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act and for insult under the Criminal Act.
The actions of so-called “cyber wreckers” who exploit anonymity to create fake news and produce cyberbullying-inducing videos and shorts are also a serious concern. As identities of such cyber wreckers are now being revealed and legal action is being taken, we too will respond firmly in coordination with overseas legal representatives against foreign platforms such as YouTube and X (formerly Twitter).
We will continue to file additional complaints against malicious posts that defame our artist’s reputation, and we promise to do our utmost to protect the rights of our artist through strong legal measures against any clear criminal behavior.
Thank you.”
Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, GOLDMEDALIST, has officially announced legal action against malicious online posts, comments, and false information targeting the actor. In a statement released on April 15, 2025, the agency expressed concern over the widespread circulation of baseless rumors and speculative content, which they say has led to public misconceptions and harmed Kim Soo Hyun’s reputation.
The agency emphasized that malicious slander, false information, personal attacks, and sexual harassment on online platforms are serious offenses that should not be taken lightly. They revealed that, based on reports from fans and their own internal monitoring, they filed a legal complaint on April 14 under South Korea’s Information and Communications Network Act for defamation and under the Criminal Act for insult.
GOLDMEDALIST also addressed the growing issue of “cyber wreckers”, referring to anonymous individuals who create fake news and cyberbullying-inducing content. The agency warned that they will take firm action against such individuals, including those operating on foreign platforms like YouTube and X (formerly Twitter). They assured fans that they will continue to file additional complaints and take strong legal measures to protect Kim Soo Hyun’s rights.
This move comes amid ongoing controversies surrounding the actor, including false allegations regarding his past relationships with Late Actress Kim Sae Ron. The agency has vowed to combat defamatory content and ensure that those responsible face legal consequences.
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