Kim Soo-hyun’s Unusual Demands in China: Did He Prohibit an Actress from Approaching Him?

Controversy Surrounds Kim Soo-hyun and G. E.M. Following Resurfaced Allegations

The entertainment world is abuzz with renewed discussions following the recent controversies involving the actress Kim Sae Ron. This time, the spotlight is on renowned South Korean star Kim Soo-hyun, whose past behaviors and statements have come under scrutiny. A report from China Times on March 18 revealed allegations from an anonymous source within the Chinese entertainment sector, claiming Kim Soo-hyun exhibited a “diva attitude”during a collaboration with singer G. E.M.(Tang Tsz-kei).

Kim Soo-hyun Made 3 Strange Demands in China

The Rise of Kim Soo-hyun in China

Kim Soo-hyun’s fame skyrocketed in 2014, primarily due to the immense popularity of the drama “My Love from the Star”. Following this success, he was invited to Shanghai for a commercial shoot with G. E.M. Shortly after his arrival, rumors ignited on social media, suggesting that the two were romantically involved, with reports of them holding hands and entering a hotel together. Speculation grew, with some fans believing the actor was interested in pursuing a career in China and developing a relationship with G. E.M. This led to significant backlash against the singer, as some of Kim Soo-hyun’s fans accused her of using the actor’s fame to her advantage. Petitions circulated demanding her removal from the advertising campaign.

The Fallout of Romance Rumors

As rumors swirled, G. E.M.found herself at the center of intense public scrutiny, with allegations suggesting she had sought publicity through false claims of a romance with Kim Soo-hyun. In a statement addressing the fallout, G. E.M.’s team firmly denied any romantic involvement, explaining that the artists had no common language, maintained separate filming schedules, and were never in close proximity during the project. However, according to the anonymous claim, even after the rumors were publicly dismissed by G. E.M., Kim Soo-hyun purportedly remained dissatisfied and enforced three unusual demands during their collaboration — two of which were specifically directed at G. E.M.

Unusual Demands and Industry Reactions

The demands included that Kim Soo-hyun and G. E.M.could not stay in the same hotel, she was not permitted to approach him, and Kim would not engage in signing autographs or taking photos with anyone. Such constraints reportedly placed G. E.M.in an uncomfortable position and fueled perceptions among industry insiders that she may have been trying to exploit Kim Soo-hyun’s celebrity status.

In the face of these demands, G. E.M.made a notable declaration, stating, “I don’t know who Kim Soo-hyun is. I’ve never watched ‘My Love from the Star’, and I only learned about his fame when the director mentioned it to me.”

The Broader Discussion

The resurfacing of these allegations has ignited a wave of online debate, with many netizens criticizing Kim Soo-hyun for what they deem excessive behavior. Supporters of G. E.M.stress that her talent and musical pedigree should underscore her independence, negating any claims that she needed to rely on Kim’s notoriety.

Although G. E.M.has strenuously denied any romantic links to Kim Soo-hyun on multiple occasions, the claims of his alleged demands have emerged solely from uninformed sources, leading analysts to caution the public against jumping to conclusions or engaging in unwarranted negativity towards either party. Meanwhile, G. E.M.has opted not to revisit the issue publicly, maintaining her silence since these events transpired in 2014.

G. E.M., recognized as the “Hong Kong Pop Princess, ” has an impressive background rooted in music, including writing her own songs from a young age and achieving the highest level of proficiency in piano. She gained acclaim as a pop sensation at just 18 and has enjoyed sold-out concerts ever since.

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