Life can quickly take a different turn. For Kim Soo Hyun, recent times have brought unexpected challenges. Following accusations about his relationship with Kim Sae Ron, things took a difficult turn. Big brands ended their associations with him, and the production of his next drama, Knock Off, was also paused. Now, more trouble has surfaced for the actor. As per reports, two companies that had signed him as their advertisement model have sued him for a large sum of money.
Kim Soo Hyun Sued By Companies
According to YTN, these two companies are reportedly asking for the money they initially paid Kim Soo Hyun. They are also seeking compensation for the harm caused to their image. The total amount they are claiming is around ₩30.0 billion KRW, which is approximately ₹177.52 crore. The report also states that more companies might join this legal action against Kim Soo Hyun. They mentioned that a third company is already thinking about ending its contract with him. This is due to a loss of trust in the actor after the recent events.
Furthermore, Lawyer Park Sung Woo shared some insights on this situation. He mentioned that the Queen of Tears actor has contracts with about fifteen brands. Each of these deals is worth between ₩1.00 billion KRW and ₩1.20 billion KRW. As per INR, the advertisement deals were valued between roughly ₹5.94 crore and ₹7.13 crore.
The lawyer also stated that companies are often hesitant to be the first to file a lawsuit against a celebrity. However, once one company takes legal action, it often encourages others to do the same. This could mean more legal battles ahead for Kim Soo Hyun, as more companies might decide to pursue similar claims against him. The situation continues to unfold, and the impact on the Queen of Tears actor’s career remains to be seen.
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