Actress Kim Sae Ron's best friend has revealed that she died because of the abuse she suffered from her abuse— these shocking revelations came to light after leaked audio recordings from around the time she died.

The recordings, published by YouTuber Lee Jin Ho, feature conversations between a staff member from Kim's new agency and her close friend, B.
They include conversations from February 16, 2025, the very same day Kim was discovered dead in her home.
In the first conversation, B revealed that she had seen Kim the day before her death and described her as being fine.
But she raised concerns over Kim's husband, saying: 'He would beat her up and kick up a stink.'
B stated that B also had evidence of physical assault, saying, "I have pictures of his assault.
The second recording captured B detailing the distress Kim experienced regarding her husband.
"He assaulted her and threatened her," B said. "She showed me a picture of a cut on her neck and said it was real."
B expressed disbelief at the news of Kim's death, stating that friends were gathering at her home for the funeral.
"Her friends all believe she died because of him," she claimed, referring to the alleged abusive behavior of Kim's husband.
Kim Sae Ron, known for her roles in various television dramas and films, has garnered significant attention in recent years.
The audio tapes have ignited conversations on social media, with several offering their condolences and making claims about how Kim died.
As investigations continue, many are calling for accountability regarding domestic violence.
There was no immediate indication from authorities that the allegations in the recordings were being investigated.
Authorities have not confirmed any details regarding an investigation into the claims made in the recordings.
The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a talented actress while grappling with the broader implications of domestic abuse.