The tragic death of Korean Netflix star Kim Sae-ron at 24

South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron, best known for her role as Cha Hyeon-ju in the Netflix series 'The Hounds', suddenly passed away at the age of 24.

According to 'The Korean Times', the young star was found dead in her home in Seongsu-dong, in the eastern part of Seoul.

Kim Sae-ron's lifeless body was discovered by a friend at her home on Sunday, February 16, where they were supposed to meet. Faced with this situation, the actress's friend promptly notified the police. However, they could only confirm the young woman's death. She could not be saved anymore.

For a few days, the local authorities remained silent about the cause of death. They only announced that they were investigating the case, the Korean Times reported, and that there were no signs of a break-in or other foul play.

However, by February 18, it was clear that the young singer/actress had taken her own life. The incident deeply shocked the country's entertainment industry and its fans.

To understand the significance of Kim Sae-ron's figure in South Korea, one only needs to look at social media and observe the abundant flow of messages of condolence, sadness, and support that have been directed at her.

Born in 2000, Kim Sae-Ron began working as an actress at just 9 years old. She appeared in 'A Brand New Life' (2009) and 'The Man from Nowhere' (2010).

Her talent and self-confidence led her to other projects such as 'A Girl At My Door' (2016) and 'Love Playlist' (2017). The role that brought her worldwide fame was that of Cha Hyeon-ju, in 'The Hounds' (Netflix, 2023).

In May 2022, the actress was arrested for drunk driving. This incident had a major impact on her career and her role in the series 'The Hounds'. Her appearance on the show was significantly limited.

Kim Sae-Ron leaves behind an impressive artistic legacy despite her young age. However, questions are raised in national media about the reasons for her death.

Opinion pieces criticize the harsh treatment of young stars, especially women, by online commenters, The Independent reports. They hope there will be a change in online culture after this tragic event and the trend it is part of.

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