With the recent controversy surrounding Kim Soo-Hyun and Kim Sae-Ron, let's take a look at some of the most shocking scandals that shook the South Korean entertainment industry.
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The latest controversy involves South Korea's highest paid actor Kim Soo-Hyun, who has been accused by Kim Sae-Ron's family of allegedly dating her when she was a minor—15 years old—while he was 27. The allegations have intensified following Sae-Ron's suicide.
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G-Dragon was allegedly booked on drug charges. However, he later tested negative for substances during a police-administered drug test.
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Kim Seon-Ho, known for his acclaimed performance in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, faced backlash after his ex-girlfriend accused him of allegedly pressuring her into an abortion. However, later reports suggested discrepancies in her claims. After a seven-month hiatus, he made his return to the industry.
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Seo Ye-Ji was embroiled in multiple allegations, including bullying and allegedly controlling her ex-boyfriend. While her agency denied some claims, the controversy led to intense backlash. She later issued a public apology.
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Yoo Ah-In, once a beloved star, was sentenced to one year in prison for allegedly abusing propofol 181 times under the pretense of cosmetic procedures. His case became one of the most high-profile drug scandals in the Korean entertainment industry.
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In 2017, Squid Game actor T.O.P was involved in a marijuana scandal that led to a 10-month suspended prison sentence. The controversy significantly impacted his career, and in 2023, he officially parted ways with his former group, BIGBANG.
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The 2019 Burning Sun scandal remains one of the most horrifying cases in K-pop history. The investigation exposed a network of sex crimes, corruption, and abuse of power, resulting in prison sentences for multiple celebrities.
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