Embattled South Korean superstar Kim Soo Hyun has personally addressed a growing scandal about the nature of his relationship with late actress Kim Sae-ron for the first time, in a closely watched saga that has roiled the country’s entertainment industry.

It’s got Kim Soo Hyun, one of K-drama’s biggest stars, in the lead, and it’s directed by his half-brother, Lee Sa Rang. Throw in Sully—a bold K-pop idol turned actress—and you’ve got a recipe for buzz.

South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun broke down in tears while denying allegations that he dated actress Kim Sae-ron when she was underage.