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On December 17, 2024, the South Korean media outlet JTBC Entertainment News reported that Kim Seon-ho had ended his six-year contract with Salt Entertainment and decided to join Song Joong-ki and Kim Ji-won's agency Hi-Zium Studio. The latest news sent the K-drama community into a frenzy.
According to the publication, the male actor had decided to form a professional relationship with Hi-Zium Studio's CEO, Hwang Ki-young, with whom he had a relationship as a producer for the drama, Start-Up.
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Another outlet Newsen reported that as per an official from Salt Entertainment, Kim Seon-ho's contract with them would conclude in February 2025. Subsequently, Hi-Zium mentioned to Newsen that it was accurate they had recently met Kim Seon-ho, but nothing was confirmed regarding the contract.
Subsequently, the latest news went viral among the K-drama community. They could not contain their excitement, and an X user tweeted:
"We’re entering a new era."
The fandom stated that they would support Kim Seon-ho in his endeavors. Some even demanded that they wanted to see the actor and Kim Ji-won in the same drama next year.
"HighZium is the agency of Song Joongki, Kim Jiwon, Lim Cheolsu, and two of his theater friends, omggggggg "The most sought-after person for me.. mygad Seonho.. idk what to feel, but i will support you in every way... Please take care of our actor,"- a fan reacted.
"Kim Seonho and Kim Jiwon drama confirmation in 2025,"- a fan shared.
"Just his news to join the agency revived seonho × jiwon pairing. the couple has so much potential ...directors must see the vision,"- a fan commented.
Many fans also stated that the actor was already close to Song Joong-ki and other actors from Hi-Zium Studio.
"congratulations kim seonho 배우님 hope that it's the best for you and thank you salt for being with seonho for the past years,"- a user reacted.
"Same agency with #SongJoongKi welcome #KimSeonHo No wonder their interactions in real life are very close. From award, SJK sent a food truck for KSH, hangout together in Italy. Next one project together,"- a user commented.
"thrive high my seonho 🥹 i’ll always wish you the best and support you every step of the way,"- a user shared.
More about Kim Seon-ho
Kim Seon-ho began his career in television with the KBS drama Good Manager in 2017 and subsequently appeared in Strongest Deliveryman, where he played the protagonist's role. He bagged the nomination for the Best New Actor Award for both roles at the 2017 KBS Drama Awards.
Subsequently, he rose to international fame and recognition after his appearance as one of the protagonists in the Netflix romance series Start-Up. He bagged many accolades for his role in the series.
The actor won the Baeksang Arts Award for Most Popular Actor. He is known for other shows, including Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, Welcome to Waikiki 2, and 100 Days My Prince.
Kim Seon-ho was recently confirmed to make a special appearance in the 2025 drama When Life Gives You Tangerines. He is also set to make his drama comeback with Can This Love Be Translated?
