In a shocking turn of events, Kim Soo Hyun's management, Gold Medalist, has reportedly been in talks with former agency officials and close acquaintances of the late Kim Sae Ron, urging them to hold a press conference. According to exclusive insights from NewsEn, the agency is attempting to gather support in light of the mounting speculation surrounding Kim Sae Ron's untimely death.

The entertainment industry is rife with rumors that Gold Medalist may have acquired credible evidence suggesting that Kim Sae Ron's passing was more complex than previously believed, particularly regarding the agency's alleged demand for a hefty repayment of 700 million KRW (about $478,939 USD). These new developments indicate that the agency is not merely trying to distance itself from blame but is also trying to bring clarity to the situation.

On March 19, an insider reported, “Gold Medalist seems to have assembled a wealth of material that could shed light on Kim Sae Ron’s activities and mental state in the months leading up to her death. They are now in discussions with key individuals who might provide crucial testimony in an official interview.”

The stakes are incredibly high as Gold Medalist has already suffered the loss of over ten advertising contracts and is facing escalating scrutiny over ongoing projects. Their strategy appears to be a meticulous approach to crisis management, focusing on providing evidence-based narratives while avoiding further strain on relationships with Kim Sae Ron's grieving family.

To navigate this tumultuous period, Kim Soo Hyun’s team is deploying a multi-faceted approach: a legal firm is overseeing the intricacies of the case, while a specialized management team is scrutinizing media relations and brand image, ensuring that all bases are covered. Additionally, a dedicated crisis management group is actively meeting with those close to Kim Sae Ron to reconstruct the timeline leading to this heartbreaking event.

One critical aspect of the investigation is Kim Sae Ron's mysterious two-week trip to the United States in January, mere weeks before her death. During her trip, she posted a seemingly innocuous photo with a man, captioning it with the word 'Marry,' before quickly deleting it. Sources now suggest that this man is a Korean-American involved with a U.S.-based company and that the trip was linked to wedding preparations.

If these claims are substantiated, they could significantly undermine the bereaved family’s narrative that Kim Soo Hyun’s agency and sudden lack of communication were key factors in Kim Sae Ron's demise. “Gold Medalist is currently backed into a corner,” noted an industry expert, “and they are doing everything they can to dismantle the narrative that assigns 'responsibility' solely to Kim Soo Hyun. The lingering question is whether they possess the solid evidence needed to genuinely sway public opinion and show compassion towards the grieving family.”

However, experts warn that without a heartfelt apology from Kim Soo Hyun, this crisis management effort might backfire, potentially escalating the controversy instead of quelling it. As the situation unfolds, the eyes of both the media and fans are keenly focused on how Kim Soo Hyun and Gold Medalist will handle the growing pressure surrounding this tragic incident.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as it could alter the landscape of the entertainment industry and the public's perception of accountability in such sensitive matters.