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Brands Sue Actor Over “Morality Clause” Violations
\nKim Soo Hyun is facing \u20a97.34 billion KRW ($5.36 million USD) in lawsuits from major brands after his controversial past relationship with late actress Kim Sae Ron triggered contract breaches.<\/p>\n

Why Are Companies Taking Legal Action?
\n\u2714 Violation of “morality clauses” \u2013 Endorsement contracts require celebrities to avoid scandalous behavior.
\n\u2714 Damaged brand reputations \u2013 Companies pulled ads and cut ties after the controversy.
\n\u2714 High-profile backlash \u2013 Netizens pressured brands to hold Kim Soo Hyun accountable.<\/p>\n

Breakdown of Lawsuits Against Kim Soo Hyun
\nBrand\tLawsuit Filed\tPenalty Amount\tUSD Equivalent
\nFromBIO (Health Supplements)\tMay 16, 2025\t\u20a93.96 billion KRW\t$2.89 million
\nDINTO (Vegan Beauty)\tApril 25, 2025\t\u20a9500 million KRW\t$365,000
\nCuckoo Electronics (Rice Cookers)\tJune 13, 2025\tAsset Seizure Requested\tPending
\nCuckoo Homesys (Malaysia)\tJune 2025\tLegal Action Initiated\tPending
\nTotal Penalties So Far: \u20a97.34 billion KRW ($5.36M USD)
\nWill More Brands Sue?
\nDisney+ under pressure to seek compensation for Queen of Tears reputation damage.<\/p>\n

Other endorsements may follow with additional lawsuits.<\/p>\n

Netizens React
\n\ud83d\udcac “He should pay for ruining brands’ images.”
\n\ud83d\udcac “This sets a precedent\u2014celebrities can\u2019t escape consequences.”<\/p>\n

What\u2019s Next for Kim Soo Hyun?
\n\ud83d\udd39 Legal battles could impact his acting career.
\n\ud83d\udd39 Agency (GOLD MEDALIST) may face financial strain.
\n\ud83d\udd39 Future endorsements at risk.
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