Actor Won Bin has offered to pay off the 700 million KRW debt incurred by the late actress Kim Sae Ron, who tragically passed away in February 2025.
The debt stemmed from a DUI incident in May 2022, when Kim Sae Ron collided with an electric transformer, resulting in widespread power disruptions.
The issue renewed attention on March 10, when former MBC reporter Kim Se Eui disclosed a call recording on her YouTube channel, Garosero Research Institute. The recording revealed conversations with Kim Sae Ron’s aunt, who detailed the hefty debt and her niece’s previous association with actor Kim Soo Hyun.
Dispatch releases article exposing Gold Medalist for threatening Kim Saeron:
— “On November 22, 2022, you borrowed KRW 686,409,653 from the client and entered into a money consumption loan agreement to repay the loan by December 31, 2023. However, you have not repaid the above… pic.twitter.com/wdFRB3pUih
— Kpop Charts (@kchartsmaster) March 12, 2025Initially resolved by her former agency, GOLDMEDALIST, the agency later reversed its stance, demanding repayment under the threat of legal action.
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In this revealing recording, a netizen highlighted that Won Bin, known for his role alongside Kim Sae Ron in Man from Nowhere, was aware of her financial challenges and had purportedly offered to alleviate her burdens by settling the debt. This act of generosity starkly contrasted with the alleged pressure from Kim Soo Hyun, which some believe exacerbated her emotional turmoil, contributing to her untimely demise.
Won Bin Allegedly Offered to Pay Kim Saeron’s Debt, but Kim Soohyun Insisted on Repayment.
Reports suggest that Won Bin was willing to cover Kim Saeron’s 700 million KRW debt. However, Kim Soohyun allegedly pressured her to repay the amount, even reissuing her usage certificate,… pic.twitter.com/d7Jmw7eXSD
— Pop Core (@TheePopCore) March 11, 2025Furthermore, anecdotes of Won Bin’s kindness, such as gifting Kim Sae Ron a laptop, painted a picture of his benevolent nature, with one user commemorating him as “righteous.” This narrative not only underscores the supportive facets within the entertainment community but also ignites discussions on the impact of industry pressures on personal well-being.
