Kim Soo Hyun Case: Gaseyeon Prevention Act Against Garosero Gains 54K Supporters
After the Kim Soo Hyun case, citizens launched a petition for the Gaseyeon Prevention Act, aiming to stop online bullying and fake news.
Kim Soo Hyun made headlines when Garosero Research Institute’s Kim Si Eui claimed he dated the late Kim Sae Ron as a minor. It caused havoc on the internet. The Queen of Tears actor faced backlash and was dropped by many brands. Since then, it has turned into a legal battle. Both sides filed lawsuits, but key evidence from Garosero was later deemed AI-fabricated. This led to a national petition for the Gaseyeon Prevention Act to fight online lies. By June 3, over 54,000 supporters backed the cause.
When Did It Begin?
The accusations began when Kim Si Eui released a video claiming that Kim Soo Hyun was involved in a romantic relationship with Kim Sae Ron when she was 15. The claims were based on alleged chats and photos. Fans and brands turned against the Queen of Tears actor. However, after months, Garosero’s key evidence was found to be AI-generated. Following which, the YouTuber faced immense backlash which led to a bigger movement.
Citizens launched a petition for the Gaseyeon Prevention Act and aimed to stop online bullying and fake news. By June 3, it had 54,000 signatures. The petition demands strict punishments for channels like Garosero, accused of using paid trolls to harm reputations. Notably, the Queen of Tears actor’s agency GOLD MEDALIST has also filed complaints against Kim Si Eui for violating anti-stalking laws. The court ordered him to stop by April 2025, but he didn’t and continued releasing videos.
Not just Kim Soo Hyun’s case, In 2023, Kim Si Eui made false drug-related claims about Parasite actor Lee Sun Kyun, who died by suicide that December. Netizens on X linked Garosero’s actions to such tragedies and demanded accountability.
Well, as the petition grows, South Korea stands united to fight against online lies and build a safer and honest digital world.
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First Published: June 04, 2025 11:26 AM
