South Korean actress Kim Sae Ron achieved fame early in her childhood but later became embroiled in several controversies, including a drunk driving incident, before her death at the age of 25.

South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron, who previously starred in the Netflix action series Bloodhounds, is suspected to have died by suicide, South Korean Police confirmed via local outlets and the New York Times.

Korean celebrities may be loved by their fans, but make one slip-up and the online abuse starts, often fuelled by mass media.