Kim Soo Hyun Faces Legal Action from Disney+ Related to the Delayed Drama 'KNOCK-OFF'

Kapanlagi.com - Kim Soo Hyun, the famous actor from South Korea, is currently facing a potential lawsuit from Disney+ regarding his latest drama titled KNOCK-OFF. This drama, which has a production budget of 60 billion KRW (approximately 41 million USD), is expected to air in two seasons, but is now threatened with delay due to controversy involving Kim Soo Hyun. The scandal began with allegations regarding Kim Soo Hyun's past relationship with the late actress Kim Sae Ron, who was still a minor at that time, as well as allegations of pressure related to debt issues.

As the lead actor in the drama KNOCK-OFF, Kim Soo Hyun's role in this project is crucial, but the emergence of legal issues could have a significant impact on the drama's release schedule. Disney+, which is the platform for this drama's release, is likely to take legal action against Kim Soo Hyun, especially regarding violations of the morality clause in his contract. This has the potential to affect Kim Soo Hyun's reputation and career, which has been widely recognized.

With the situation heating up, a big question arises about how Disney+ will respond to this situation and whether Kim Soo Hyun can avoid the threatening lawsuit. All eyes are now on the next steps that this actor and Disney+ will take.

1. The Beginning of the Controversy Involving Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron

Kim Soo Hyun could face a lawsuit from Disney+. (credit:instagram.com/soohyun_k216)

The controversy began when allegations regarding Kim Soo Hyun's past relationship with Kim Sae Ron surfaced publicly. Initially, Kim Soo Hyun denied the existence of such a relationship, but personal photos released by the Garosero Research Institute raised further suspicions. These photos showed their closeness, reigniting claims that Kim Soo Hyun was involved with Kim Sae Ron when she was still underage.

After pressure from the public and media, Kim Soo Hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, issued a statement confirming that their relationship only began after Kim Sae Ron reached adulthood. Nevertheless, this did not stop the circulation of old photos that reinforced suspicions that they had been in a relationship before Kim Sae Ron reached the legal age.

2. Impact of the Scandal on the Drama Knock-Off

Kim Soo Hyun could face legal action from Disney+. (credit:instagram.com/disneyplushotstarid)

The drama KNOCK-OFF, which was supposed to be a major project for Kim Soo Hyun, is now at risk of being delayed due to this controversy. Although production for the second season was announced to be on schedule, the controversy surrounding Kim Soo Hyun has raised significant doubts about whether the drama can be released on time. Legal action or the reputational impact of this scandal could further slow down the production process.

With a large production budget and high expectations from viewers, KNOCK-OFF is an important project for both Kim Soo Hyun and Disney+. This delay could result in significant financial losses, not only for the production team but also for the company that funds it. Therefore, Disney+ may potentially file a lawsuit for breach of contract that could lead to substantial losses for them.

3. Violation of Morality Clause and Potential Lawsuit

Kim Soo Hyun could face legal action from Disney+. (credit:instagram.com/soohyun_k216)

One important part of an artist's contract with an entertainment company is the morality clause, which requires them to maintain a positive image in the eyes of the public. If it is proven that the controversy involving Kim Soo Hyun damages the production's image, Disney+ has the right to take legal action, including a lawsuit for violating the morality clause. In this case, Disney+ is likely to seek compensation for the losses caused by the delay in the release of KNOCK-OFF.

According to reports, Disney+ may seek substantial damages due to the potential losses incurred from the failure to release the drama on schedule. For comparison, a similar case occurred with Kevin Spacey after allegations of sexual harassment led Netflix to terminate his contract and sue him for damages amounting to billions of dollars.

4. Reactions from Kim Soo Hyun and Next Steps

Kim Soo Hyun is now in a difficult position after this controversy has dragged his name into the spotlight. The actor must quickly provide a clear response to maintain his reputation in the eyes of the public. Many hope that Kim Soo Hyun can resolve this issue without further damaging his career. The steps taken by this actor in the coming days will determine whether he can avoid potentially harmful legal action.

An official statement from Kim Soo Hyun will significantly influence Disney+'s decision to continue or terminate their collaboration. Regardless, fans and the entertainment industry are closely monitoring how this case develops and how the parties involved handle the situation.

5. Comparison with the Kevin Spacey Case and Legal Implications

This scandal involving Kim Soo Hyun has drawn comparisons to a similar case involving Kevin Spacey. After allegations of sexual harassment against Spacey, Netflix terminated his contract and sued him for financial damages. This shows that major entertainment companies like Disney+ are not hesitant to sue artists who prove detrimental to them, especially if it involves image issues that could harm their reputation and production value.

If Disney+ decides to sue Kim Soo Hyun, they could seek very large compensation, potentially amounting to tens or hundreds of millions of dollars, depending on the extent of the losses incurred due to the delay or cancellation of the release of KNOCK-OFF. This could be a significant problem for Kim Soo Hyun's career, which has been known for its positive image and success in major projects.

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