Kim Soo-hyun reportedly faces complaints from advertisers

Amid ongoing legal battles, South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun faces yet another challenge following recent controversy.According to Soompi, two companies that hired the K-drama star as a brand model were reported to plan to file lawsuits demanding the return of endorsement fees and additional damages. Reports stated that the total claim has reached approximately 3 billion won (equivalent to over PhP 100 million).A third company has also cut ties with Kim Soo-hyun, terminating its contract due to "broken trust." Reports said the company was also considering similar legal action for reimbursement and breach of contract penalties.Attorney Park Sung-woo, who is representing the plaintiffs, shared a statement regarding the reported complaints."Kim Soo-hyun signed advertising model contracts with 15 different brands, and based on domestic contracts, he is said to have been paid around 1 billion to 1.2 billion won [approximately $698,000 to $837,000] in model fees per contract,” he said.He added, “Usually, advertisers tend to be reluctant to become known as the first [company] to file a lawsuit against a model,” he continued. “However, once it is revealed that one company has filed a lawsuit, it is likely that more advertisers will join in suing.”In response, Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, gave a brief statement. "We have not yet confirmed whether a lawsuit has been filed.”The legal trouble stems from controversy surrounding Kim Soo-hyun's alleged involvement with the late actress Kim Sae-ron. The actor previously held a press conference denying rumors that he had a relationship with her when she was a minor. Alleged screenshots of their conversations, which circulated online, were said to be fabricated.Additionally, Kim Soo-hyun refuted claims that his agency had pressured Kim Sae-ron over financial debts. In defense, he and Gold Medalist announced plans to take legal action against Kim Sae-ron's family and individuals who allegedly spread false information and malicious content online."We promise to do our utmost to protect the rights of our artist through strong legal measures against any clear criminal behavior. Thank you," Gold Medalist affirmed.Take a look back at the events surrounding the Soo-hyun-Sae-ron issue:

Amid ongoing legal battles, South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun faces yet another challenge following recent controversy.According to Soompi, two companies that hired the K-drama star as a brand model were reported to plan to file lawsuits demanding the return of endorsement fees and additional damages. Reports stated that the total claim has reached approximately 3 billion won (equivalent to over PhP 100 million).

A third company has also cut ties with Kim Soo-hyun, terminating its contract due to "broken trust." Reports said the company was also considering similar legal action for reimbursement and breach of contract penalties.Attorney Park Sung-woo, who is representing the plaintiffs, shared a statement regarding the reported complaints.

"Kim Soo-hyun signed advertising model contracts with 15 different brands, and based on domestic contracts, he is said to have been paid around 1 billion to 1.2 billion won [approximately $698,000 to $837,000] in model fees per contract,” he said.He added, “Usually, advertisers tend to be reluctant to become known as the first [company] to file a lawsuit against a model,” he continued.

“However, once it is revealed that one company has filed a lawsuit, it is likely that more advertisers will join in suing.”In response, Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, gave a brief statement. "We have not yet confirmed whether a lawsuit has been filed.

”The legal trouble stems from controversy surrounding Kim Soo-hyun's alleged involvement with the late actress Kim Sae-ron. The actor previously held a press conference denying rumors that he had a relationship with her when she was a minor. Alleged screenshots of their conversations, which circulated online, were said to be fabricated.

Additionally, Kim Soo-hyun refuted claims that his agency had pressured Kim Sae-ron over financial debts. In defense, he and Gold Medalist announced plans to take legal action against Kim Sae-ron's family and individuals who allegedly spread false information and malicious content online."We promise to do our utmost to protect the rights of our artist through strong legal measures against any clear criminal behavior.

Thank you," Gold Medalist affirmed.Take a look back at the events surrounding the Soo-hyun-Sae-ron issue:.