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G-Dragon Shows Support for Kim Soo-hyun's Exoneration

G-Dragon Shows Support for Kim Soo-hyun's Exoneration
G-Dragon showed support for Kim Soo-hyun's exoneration but later retracted it.
His action was perceived as impulsive despite being a friend of Kim Soo-hyun.
The agency expressed gratitude to all who supported Kim Soo-hyun during the ordeal.

[TV Daily Reporter Han Seo-yul] G-Dragon, a member of BIGBANG, has shown support for actor Kim Soo-hyun after the latter was cleared of false accusations, capturing the attention of fans and netizens alike. On the 29th, the captured image of G-Dragon liking the official statement from Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, quickly circulated online. The statement detailed how allegations raised by YouTube channel 'Garoseoro Research Institute' concerning Kim Soo-hyun were determined by police investigations to be malicious fabrications. The agency expressed gratitude to all who have trusted and waited for Kim Soo-hyun's truth, while G-Dragon's 'like' was seen as a classic sign of support and solidarity. Having both been born in 1988, their friendship was previously highlighted through appearances on MBC's 'Good Day'. However, this action of G-Dragon has attracted criticism for its impulsivity, prompting him to retract his 'like'.

The public support from G-Dragon has drawn attention to the deep friendship between him and Kim Soo-hyun, emphasizing their status as peers born in the same year. Their history of revealing friendship through appearances in various media indicates potential collaborations within the entertainment industry. This connection fosters deeper interest among fans regarding their relationship. Furthermore, given the frequent exchanges among colleagues in the entertainment realm, such friendships often become a topic of discussion. However, after G-Dragon retracted his 'like,' opinions have sharply divided, highlighting the complexities of fandom culture. This reveals the intricate relationship and communication between fans and artists, transcending mere personal expressions of opinion.

This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.

Photo: TVDaily

Source: tvdaily.co.kr