Kim Soo Hyun is officially back! The beloved actor has ended his hiatus, resuming commercial activities and reconnecting with fans. He shared a heartfelt message, making fans ecstatic.
Philippine lifestyle and fashion brand BENCH recently announced his return as their “Global BENCH Setter.” In a campaign video, Kim Soo Hyun charmingly greeted fans with a warm smile, saying, “Hello, I’m Kim Soo Hyun, BENCH’s model. I’ve missed you all so much. I’m truly happy to be back with BENCH and see you again. I hope you’re excited about what’s coming with BENCH. Thank you!” His warm message was a welcome sight for many.
A Much-Anticipated Return to the Spotlight
This BENCH advertisement marks Kim Soo Hyun’s first official public activity in approximately one year and four months. His quiet participation in the commercial shoot last month, on July 14, was the initial signal of his comeback. BENCH founder and CEO Ben Chan even shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set, celebrating his reunion with the “BENCH family.” Kim Soo Hyun himself later reposted these images, marking his first social media activity in roughly one year and five months.
Looking relaxed in a casual shirt during the shoot, Kim Soo Hyun showcased his undeniable visuals and a noticeably brighter expression. Fans instantly showered him with supportive messages, exclaiming, “We’ve missed you,” “I’m glad to see you looking healthy,” “Yay, he’s back.” “We’ve missed you, and we’re excited to see what’s next with you and BENCH,” “This is wonderful. So happy to hear you again…To leave a message for all your fans who love you!… Simply thank you, Kim Soo Hyun!” and “It’s great to see you smiling again.”
Fueling Speculation for a Full Acting Comeback
The campaign’s release has garnered significant attention, particularly as it’s Kim Soo Hyun’s first official project since his temporary suspension of activities following a personal-life controversy last year. This return to overseas advertising work and his renewed social media presence are strongly fueling speculation that he is gearing up for a full-scale return to acting.
Indeed, reports indicate that Kim Soo Hyun is currently reviewing multiple offers for upcoming dramas and films. There’s also continued high interest in Disney+’s original series ‘Knock-Off,’ which had its release postponed amid the earlier controversy. A new premiere date from Disney+ is still awaited.
Addressing the Hiatus and Resolution
Kim Soo Hyun’s hiatus began after allegations emerged, widely circulated by the YouTube channel Garosero Research Institute, claiming he had dated the late actress Kim Sae Ron while she was a minor. Kim Sae Ron’s family later filed a complaint against Kim Soo Hyun regarding child welfare laws and other offenses. However, police ultimately closed the case, citing insufficient objective evidence to pursue the claims.
His agency, Gold Medalist, consistently maintained that the alleged messenger conversations attributed to the actor were fabricated and that purported audio recordings were AI-generated. The agency proudly stated, “Kim Soo Hyun spent the past year keeping his promise to prove the truth, and the facts were established through legal procedures and official investigations,” while also thanking fans and investigators for their support.
With his first overseas commercial now public, his social media activity reignited, and a direct message delivered to his adoring fanbase, all eyes are fixed on Kim Soo Hyun, eagerly anticipating whether he will soon announce his full acting comeback with his much-awaited next project.
