Sulli's brother criticizes Kim Soo Hyun's fans publicly

Sulli's brother, Choi Dae Hee, posted a message on social media that many believe hints at actor Kim Soo Hyun. The post comes amid controversy surrounding Kim, who is facing accusations of dating a minor. Sulli, a former member of the K-pop group f(x), passed away in 2019. In his post, Choi advised Kim to "hold on tight" as he faces criticism. He did not directly name Kim but many quickly assumed he was referring to the actor, who starred alongside Sulli in the film "Real" in 2017. After receiving attention for his initial message, Choi wrote again, criticizing Kim Soo Hyun's fans for defending him. He expressed frustration over people linking Sulli's name to the current controversy. Choi emphasized that he didn't mention Kim Soo Hyun but still faced backlash from fans. Choi also shared his struggle with uncertainty since Sulli's passing, stating he has no plans to discuss the matter further. He expressed disgust at how often Sulli’s name is brought up in connection with such issues. Sulli, whose real name was Choi Jin Ri, was found dead at home at 25 years old. Her death was ruled a suicide, and it highlighted the severe impact of mental health struggles and online bullying she faced. She transitioned from a K-pop career to acting but endured significant criticism during her time in the industry.