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[Hong Banjang]

My god what's going on!! I couldn't help but come to his forum to find out, it seemed inappropriate to ask in HomeCha forum. Why hasn't his agency released a statement yet, now there are articles even in India. 

[Claire99]

I don't understand it either.  They need to say something whether it is true or false.  I am really disappointed at Salt.  The way they handle it is not professional.  I wish KSH is with a big agency who can fight for him.  

Edited October 18, 2021 by Claire99

[lavanta]

Hi all

It is my first time writing here. Allkpop kind of sites just jumping on the story without any confirmation to get high interaction in their site. I am bothered by that so I wanted to say something in an outlet that I find more mature.

 

Even if it was him, I don't see any reason for him to be condemned. He didn't do anything illegal or forced the girlfriend for anything. There is always two sides of a story. Just because she spread the news first or she is a woman or she lost a baby doesn't make her automatically right. Let's wait and hear from him as well. 

 

From the story that she spread, it is clear that she was not forced to abort the baby. If she really wanted to keep the baby, she would no matter what. If then he had forced her for abortion then I would have said he did wrong. But he didn't. He laid out his reasons why he doesn't want a baby at the moment when his years of hard work was paying off. It is a reasonable way of thinking. I know a lot men in the same position would react the same way.

 

She also said that she is told by the doctor that she is less likely to conceive a baby. So this might be the reason why they didn't use protection. If that's the case she is also a part to blame. Or maybe (if I think in the worst case scenario), she might have use this to her advantage to have a baby to keep him to herself.. (I don't think it happened this way but we have to consider all the scenarios). 

 

She apparently sent him many receipts throughout the time she had abortion and after abortion. He must have felt threatened so he cut her off. It seems like this triggered her for her revenge journey. 

 

From the way I see it, she out seeking for revenge that he didn't marry her. It is recurring theme for celebrities that gain fame quickly. Korean society has strange attraction for seeking revenge. Holding grudge and seeking revenge engraved in their culture/religion Even in movies and all it is promoted heavily. I don't say all Koreans seek revenge but most do. 

In my opinion both party is to blame in this case, she made the decision of sleeping with him without protection and also abortion. He could have handle it quietly and sooner...

 

P.S. I am tired of reading this kind of revenge porn stories from Koreans.. If I was a celebrity in Korea, I would only date a celebrity to reduce the risk of such thing happening

[Hong Banjang]

It's more than 24 hours now. I think the silence means that they are negotiating with media outlets and choosing to lay low for minimal damage. Like he'll get dropped from some brands, his face won't appear on social or TV screens for a while and then when things die down, he'll reappear. At the same time, they are probably also figuring out a compensation cum legal gag order for the aggrieved party. That works for celebs in other countries, but from what I've observed with Korean culture, it doesn't work there. Every aspect of a celebrity's life is PR controlled in Korea. Saw the blowup in the Seo Ye Ji matter, that would be a non-issue even in India. This matter however, is far worse tbh. Idk how it is in Korea right now, if reputed publications are reporting on the matter and linking it with him then it's bad news. If it's still just the gossipy sites like allkpop etcetera, then his agency is probably negotiating with media with some success. In any case, utterly unfortunate and disappointing. 

[SJW]

KSH got recruited on 2D1N end of 2019. He knew the critical process KBS went through to select the new group of members after the previous incident. He seems to be very cautious with relationships and opposite sex. I am very surprised that he would involve in casual dating (it could be serious at the time). It's also very difficult to believe that KSH who has worked so hard and built such a good work reputation in theater industry would say bad things about his co-workers.  It's very simple and easy if he and salt just come out and deny the rumors, that he wasn't dating but they haven't!!! Even if it's true, it's a personal matter between the parties. The girl is certainly feeling bitter and want to cause some damage to whoever this "K" actor is.  KSH and salt not only have to deal with brands, but also KBS. 2D1N will cut his screen time in coming eps, and he might be gone from the show. It's so sad and I really like the show! If it is not true, he and salt have to act fast! Time is running out!

[chickfactor]

We've seen many celebrity scandals, but this one is a special kind of devastating for me.

 

HomeCha was one of the cutest, sweetest shows ever. A large part of it was Kim Seon-Ho's angelic smile that lit up the room. That dimpled smile seriously fueled about 40% of that show. The other awesome parts were Shin Mina's dimples, the genuine squeeee-worthy chemistry, the adorable townspeople, and the bromance.

 

The story wasn't all that revolutionary, but I enjoyed every minute of HomeCha and it was just all good vibes. The show depended on how much you loved Kim Seon-Ho's character and he really did radiate such lovable, good-person energy all the way through. It was sad that the show was over, but I, and many others were basking in its glow still.

 

And then...

 

So this really feels... awful. I feel terrible for everyone involved, and hope they find their way to the other side of name-clearing, redemption, or whatever else is required.

[dramamilft]

The K-ent industry is truly a toxic place! Haven’t these Korean celebrities learned anything ? From Kim Hyun Joong to TOP to Kim Hyun Joon..cmon men, hell hath no fury like a woman scorned . And boy , is she scornful after you’ve made it big in the entertainment business ! I certainly hope it isn’t SH and even if it is, it should have been a private matter between the two. Abortion isn’t something to go public about unless you’re just out for revenge .  But I guess that’s how the industry is run, these women can come out and say anything and ruin a persons career in an instant .  These k actors need to just become monks and keep their parts away from scornful women . 

[YuSanSeul]

21 minutes ago, dramamilft said:

The K-ent industry is truly a toxic place! Haven’t these Korean celebrities learned anything ? From Kim Hyun Joong to TOP to Kim Hyun Joon..cmon men, hell hath no fury like a woman scorned . And boy , is she scornful after you’ve made it big in the entertainment business ! I certainly hope it isn’t SH and even if it is, it should have been a private matter between the two. Abortion isn’t something to go public about unless you’re just out for revenge .  But I guess that’s how the industry is run, these women can come out and say anything and ruin a persons career in an instant .  These k actors need to just become monks and keep their parts away from scornful women . 

 

That, or date a fellow celebrity.

I've thought about it recently, and he's a grown man at 35, surely he can't be single for someone with so much charm. If an article came out that he was secretly dating, I would accept it. But this!

Really hoping its not him, his IG has been inundated with support from Korean fans alike chanting a constant msg of support believing that he is innocent, I cannot imagine the aftermath if it turns out true.

Sincerely hoping him and his agency are sorting things out behind the scenes (if indeed innocent, determining who she is and her motives for posting such a grey story, or trying to clear his name) instead of hastily releasing a statement, then have to backtrack or somethin. 

I've received so much warmth from the drama and his lovable persona in 1N2D that it will just be heartbtreaking if there is no reasonable explanation.

After all, he's received so much support from industry insiders and his fellow cast mates and actors that all this bashing from the OP about his character behind the scenes (and subsequently the abortion and breakup story) musn't be true? Surely this wasn't all just a made up "image" of his?

One can only hope.

[Ohsh]

My heart hurts. Have liked KSH since You Drive Me Crazy days and was happt for him with his rise in popularity. He carried Hometown Cha for me and his sincere smile and eyes made him believed he was Chief Hong. 

This is hardly the type of mistake a 35year old should make, especially when in 2020, it was a critical year when he was just getting recognition (and after so many preceding cases of stars getting cancelled due to their past mistakes).

[dramamilft]

33 minutes ago, YuSanSeul said:

 

That, or date a fellow celebrity.

I've thought about it recently, and he's a grown man at 35, surely he can't be single for someone with so much charm. If an article came out that he was secretly dating, I would accept it. But this!

Really hoping its not him, his IG has been inundated with support from Korean fans alike chanting a constant msg of support believing that he is innocent, I cannot imagine the aftermath if it turns out true.

Sincerely hoping him and his agency are sorting things out behind the scenes (if indeed innocent, determining who she is and her motives for posting such a grey story, or trying to clear his name) instead of hastily releasing a statement, then have to backtrack or somethin. 

I've received so much warmth from the drama and his lovable persona in 1N2D that it will just be heartbtreaking if there is no reasonable explanation.

After all, he's received so much support from industry insiders and his fellow cast mates and actors that all this bashing from the OP about his character behind the scenes (and subsequently the abortion and breakup story) musn't be true? Surely this wasn't all just a made up "image" of his?

One can only hope.

Why come out now and on the last day of HomeCha? What a selfish woman to ruin the hard work and effort by the entire staff of HomeCha! This drama wasn’t just carried by SH himself . She couldn’t wait a week or something out of respect for everyone else.  He is 35 years old and at an appropriate age to date , get married , have kids ; but her reasoning is that he can’t afford the money for damages and he didn’t want this to affect his parents . If he did have a child , I’m sure fans would be respect that because he isn’t a young chap anymore . She is speaking like he is a rookie just starting out in his teens or 20s.  And why can’t he afford the money for damages ? I’m sure since his career started , he can afford the money.  I hope that Salt is working to hire a lawyer , find out the truth , and sue everyone who is involved in spreading these malicious rumors ; including the news outlet who used his pics , dominos , canon . 

[2d1n_fan]

It's plausible he could be dating all these while. But the part of the allegations which I'm confused over is the ex claiming he had to pay penalty for having a kid when she told him about the pregnancy in July 2020. I thought KSH only had his first CF after Start-up? What penalty was she referring to? The other part is she claimed he curse and talk bad about his colleagues. I understand celebrity has an image to uphold and we don't see their true self as fans. But testimonials from people who worked with him & gone to school with him has said otherwise. 

Only the 2 parties involved would know what actually happened. But I hope KSH is taking care of himself as he tries to resolve this. 

[lavanta]

23 minutes ago, dramamilft said:

He is 35 years old and at an appropriate age to date , get married , have kids ; but her reasoning is that he can’t afford the money for damages and he didn’t want this to affect his parents . If he did have a child , I’m sure fans would be respect that because he isn’t a young chap anymore . She is speaking like he is a rookie just starting out in his teens or 20s.  And why can’t he afford the money for damages ? I’m sure since his career started , he can afford the money.  

I think it is most likely that he cannot afford the money for damages since he is doing commercial left and right as well as dramas and movies are in line. Cancelation fines and charges of damage to brands could be quite hefty. Although he is been the business for sometime now, he only landed a main role this year which would tell us he is not that well of as you might think.

I think the rumours could be true but I don't think it is as bad as that woman portrays. She clearly stated his reasons why doesn't want a baby especially when he just started to climb the ladder after his decade of hard work. Also he has to think about not only his reputation and his finances. He is very logical and realistic in that matter. She is the irrational one in this case. If she got pregnant with her condition as she said, she should have kept the baby. after that if he force her to abort then it would be a crime and he should be scorned. But this didn't happened. She made a choice so she should own it. She is seeking revenge after seeing him successful. Typical occurrence in Korean entertainment.    

[heartbeam]

4 hours ago, sanghyuk said:

KSH got recruited on 2D1N end of 2019. He knew the critical process KBS went through to select the new group of members after the previous incident.

I remember when they spoke about the background checks that the 2D1N members went through. 

 

4 hours ago, chickfactor said:

 

We've seen many celebrity scandals, but this one is a special kind of devastating for me.

 

Agreed. I really liked him in Home Cha and 2D1N. so i’m still hoping it’s not true.

 

He’s starting to get so popular with so many upcoming plans in the works. The Korea cancel culture is SO scary.

[dramamilft]

19 minutes ago, lavanta said:

I think it is most likely that he cannot afford the money for damages since he is doing commercial left and right as well as dramas and movies are in line. Cancelation fines and charges of damage to brands could be quite hefty. Although he is been the business for sometime now, he only landed a main role this year which would tell us he is not that well of as you might think.

I think the rumours could be true but I don't think it is as bad as that woman portrays. She clearly stated his reasons why doesn't want a baby especially when he just started to climb the ladder after his decade of hard work. Also he has to think about not only his reputation and his finances. He is very logical and realistic in that matter. She is the irrational one in this case. If she got pregnant with her condition as she said, she should have kept the baby. after that if he force her to abort then it would be a crime and he should be scorned. But this didn't happened. She made a choice so she should own it. She is seeking revenge after seeing him successful. Typical occurrence in Korean entertainment.    

I get that the fines could be hefty for a breach of contract . Unless the contract stated that he cannot have children or date , I don’t see what devastating effect a man at 35 could have for bearing a child and being responsible for it in the sense of his endorsements and CFs. Being a fan for so long , my assumption is that idols are held to a different and stricter standard than actors in regards to their dating life .  But no matter, we are are hypothetically speaking as if it’s SH and I desperately hope it isn’t . This woman should also be held accountable for her actions of abortion as she’s as much of a participant as he is ; of course she doesn’t have as much to lose as he does, but I think she should have some self respect as I assume she’s also a grown woman

[YuSanSeul]

35 minutes ago, 2d1n_fan said:

It's plausible he could be dating all these while. But the part of the allegations which I'm confused over is the ex claiming he had to pay penalty for having a kid when she told him about the pregnancy in July 2020. I thought KSH only had his first CF after Start-up? What penalty was she referring to? The other part is she claimed he curse and talk bad about his colleagues. I understand celebrity has an image to uphold and we don't see their true self as fans. But testimonials from people who worked with him & gone to school with him has said otherwise. 

Only the 2 parties involved would know what actually happened. But I hope KSH is taking care of himself as he tries to resolve this. 

 

Agreed. The penalty payout got me confused too. I saw a list of his current endorsements and none would be reliant on a 'single eligible bachelor' image. Sure, him dating would come as a surprise to his fans, and even more so, pregnancy before marriage, but the story just doesn't seem to add up. 

Seeing all the accounts on twitter put out excerpts about his character from PDs and colleagues, whilst possible, (and I'm in no way saying that KSH is perfect), I just cannot fathom that his on screen character is all but an image. 

[qynn]

I thought the woman implied in one of her posts that the alleged abortion happened over a year ago, so if there really were any penalties, it would either have to be for Start Up or 2D1N. Most contracts do have morality clauses, but I don't know if a pregnancy would fall into that. But she also seemed to allege that it was all lies on his part to convince her to have an abortion.

[cuteyabby]

Let's just hope and pray that it's not Seon ho oppa. I'll believe in him and will support him all the way! 

 

I heard also that the article was already removed. 

 

Kim Seon Ho will wait for you! Aja! Saranghae! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ 

[hana0702]

Hi all, I am a new fan of KSH thanks to HTCCC. I would like to share with you the worries and sorrow due to this bad news.

 

Also I found this article. It seems SALT has released a statement, but nothing confirmed so far.

 

KIM SUN-HO, K ACTOR SUSPICIONS "ANONYMOUS TEXT FACTS" [PROFESSIONAL] [OFFICIAL] (naver.com)

 

 

[SJW]

Why do they need to investigate if it's not true? What is "the relationship" that has to be confirmed? So it is possible that he did date that girl and the relationship turned disastrous! I hope it's just a hoax and he is merely a target due to jealous rivalries! I echo someone that this korean "shaming culture" is just toxic. But grace is not a fundamental virtue in asian culture!

Btw, I've heard that Canon has resumed his ad! guess we just have to wait!

[cuteyabby]

here's the answer from Salt Entertainment. I hope they will handle this professionally.

 

Actor Kim Seon Ho's label currently 'confirming the facts' in light of 'Actor K' rumors | allkpop

 

23 minutes ago, sanghyuk said:

Why do they need to investigate if it's not true? What is "the relationship" that has to be confirmed? So it is possible that he did date that girl and the relationship turned disastrous! I hope it's just a hoax and he is merely a target due to jealous rivalries! I echo someone that this korean "shaming culture" is just toxic. But grace is not a fundamental virtue in asian culture!

Btw, I've heard that Canon has resumed his ad! guess we just have to wait!

I think they're investigating who is that girl A. let's just think that this is part of his career. this will eventually happens since his on his stardom already and his an "A" lister already. We can be "Hye Jin" to him now. We can comfort him this time of trial.