Veteran South Korean actor Won Bin has officially addressed his unexpected involvement in the growing controversy surrounding Kim Sae Ron and Kim Soo Hyun. After an alleged audio clip surfaced involving Kim Sae Ron and claims about her underage relationship with Kim Soo Hyun, Won Bin’s name was also mentioned by a self-identified whistleblower, sparking confusion and speculation among fans and media alike.
The whistleblower, who claimed he was assaulted in New Jersey over the sensitive audio clip, referenced Won Bin in the audio and suggested a link to the ongoing scandal. However, Won Bin’s representatives promptly denied any connection, emphasizing that his only involvement was attending Kim Sae Ron’s funeral out of respect. They clarified that he had no interaction with the informant or his family.
As the situation escalated, the whistleblower’s wife added fuel to the fire by publicly thanking Won Bin in the audio recording. She praised his quiet gesture of visiting the funeral and acknowledged his respectful demeanor, despite not knowing about his fame at the time. This led to renewed speculation about his potential involvement in the case.
Won Bin’s team responded with a firm statement, dismissing the whistleblower’s claims and the gratitude expressed by his wife as misplaced. They clarified that Won Bin had never traveled to New Jersey, where the whistleblower’s family reportedly resides. They emphasized again that the actor’s only action was attending the funeral, and any suggestion beyond that is false.
This statement was released amid mounting public curiosity and online debate over whether Won Bin knew anything about the controversial audio. His representatives questioned the credibility of the whistleblower and pointed out inconsistencies in the timeline and accusations. They were clear that Won Bin wanted no part in this misinformation.
Another rumor that surfaced suggested Won Bin had given an unusually large condolence donation at Kim Sae Ron’s funeral. His team debunked this as well, stating he gave a standard amount just like others, refuting any claims of excessive generosity being linked to guilt or deeper involvement.
Won Bin, who co-starred with Kim Sae Ron in The Man From Nowhere when she was just 10, was known for treating her with care and consideration, even quitting smoking during filming. Though they shared a warm bond, he has long since stepped away from the limelight and has maintained a private life, making the current allegations even more surprising to fans.
The actor’s agency concluded by asking the public and media not to drag Won Bin’s name into speculative narratives. They urged everyone to focus on preventing future tragedies involving young artists and to refrain from distorting facts in emotionally charged situations like this one