Kim Soo-hyun's Agency to Sue Over False Rumours
Gold Medalist said on 14 October 2026 it will pursue criminal and civil action over defamatory claims about actor Kim Soo-hyun.
Gold Medalist, the agency of actor Kim Soo-hyun, announced on 14 October 2026 that it will take criminal and civil legal action against people spreading false rumours and malicious defamation about its artist, according to joynews24.com.
The agency said investigators had decided not to forward child welfare law violation allegations against Kim Soo-hyun and issued a no-suspicion decision.
Gold Medalist also warned that reposting or sharing the claims is itself an additional illegal act and may lead to heavier criminal punishment and higher damages. It asked people to delete related posts, saying voluntary deletion may be considered in sentencing and damage calculations.
Background
In July 2026, Kim Soo-hyun received a no-forwarding decision over child welfare law violation and false accusation allegations. Kim Se-ui, operator of Garosero Research Institute, was arrested and indicted on defamation charges for repeatedly spreading claims that Kim Soo-hyun dated the late actress Kim Sae-ron while she was a minor, and for allegedly manipulating her voice recordings. Kim Se-ui denies the charges.
Quick answers
What did Gold Medalist announce?
The agency said on 14 October 2026 that it will pursue criminal and civil legal action over false rumours and malicious defamation of Kim Soo-hyun.
What happened to the child welfare law allegations against Kim Soo-hyun?
Investigators decided not to forward the allegations and issued a no-suspicion decision.
What does the agency say about sharing the claims?
Gold Medalist warned that reposting or sharing them is an additional illegal act and may bring heavier punishment and higher damages.