The controversy surrounding the death of Kim Saeron, which has rocked the Korean entertainment industry, is heating up like a hot potato. YouTuber Lee Jin-ho and the show “The Master of Revenge” are directly refuting the allegations of tampering with recorded conversations, and the incident is escalating into a fierce battle between both sides regarding the authenticity of the recordings. This controversy has expanded beyond the entertainment industry and is spreading as a social issue, involving AI technology, fraud suspicions, and allegations of financial inducement. During a press conference held by Kim Saeron’s family, a voice recording directly made by Kim Saeron and informant A was released, in which Kim Saeron revealed that he had been harassed by Lee Jin-ho and reporter Kang Mo. However, Lee Jin-ho and “The Master of Revenge” claim that these revelations are “false,” and are trying to portray informant A as a voice phishing scammer named “Kevin Oh.” In response, the legal team representing informant A stated, “It’s not a fabrication. The informant did receive financial inducements, and the recordings are real.” The case goes beyond mere rumors and revelations, involving the misuse of AI for spreading false information, power structures within the entertainment industry, and issues of media ethics. It is a critical moment that calls for a fundamental examination of the structure where celebrities’ private lives and suffering are exploited as tools for clicks. Authorities are currently securing relevant evidence. The question remains whether the tragic death of one individual will be more than just a passing issue, and whether the truth behind it will be properly revealed. Between truth and manipulation, the entertainment industry now stands at a crossroads.