Actor Ahn Se-ha is facing significant backlash following allegations of school bullying. On September 9, accusations surfaced on an online forum claiming that Ahn had bullied a former middle school classmate.
The accuser, identifying as Ahn’s middle school peer, detailed experiences of being bullied by Ahn, describing incidents where he was threatened with broken glass and coerced into fights. The accuser further claimed that Ahn continued to harass him until graduation after he reported the bullying to teachers. Initially hesitant to come forward due to Ahn's fame, the accuser decided to speak out upon learning of Ahn's scheduled public appearance at a baseball event on October 15.
In response, Ahn Se-ha's agency, Hoonus Entertainment, firmly denied the allegations, labeling them as entirely false. They announced their intent to file a complaint with the police while vowing to pursue legal action for defamation. However, former classmates began to come forward, corroborating the accuser's claims and expressing their willingness to testify if necessary.
The situation continues to evolve, with Ahn's wife’s food business currently on hold amid the fallout. The agency disclosed that the planned baseball event, where Ahn was set to throw the first pitch, has been canceled due to the controversy surrounding the bullying allegations. Moving forward, Ahn’s team asserts they are preparing a legal defense while maintaining their stance on the allegations being unfounded.