Marking an important return to domestic public stage activities, the Kim Soo-hyun first Korea appearance 18 months milestone has been officially announced by event organizers. On August 28, 2026, the organizing committee for The Fact Music Awards (TMA) confirmed that Kim Soo-hyun will attend this year’s ceremony as an official award presenter at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium on September 19.
The appearance represents Kim’s first official public engagement on South Korean soil since March 2025.
Step-by-Step Return Following Legal Exoneration
Kim suspended his domestic activities following fabricated online claims regarding his personal life. However, police investigations later cleared the actor of all allegations, finding that key evidenceβincluding chat logs and audio recordingsβhad been manipulated using AI technologies. The YouTuber responsible for launching the defamation campaign was subsequently arrested and indicted.
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| KIM SOO-HYUN DOMESTIC RETURN TIMELINE & HIGHLIGHTS |
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| 1. Event Name : 2026 The Fact Music Awards (TMA) |
| 2. Date & Venue : September 19, 2026 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium |
| 3. Official Role : Award Presenter |
| 4. Significance : First official domestic public stage appearance in 18 mos|
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Prior to confirming his domestic comeback at TMA, Kim initiated international activities, participating in brand campaigns across the Philippines and making a televised appearance in Indonesia.
Domestic Expectations and Future Projects
Industry watchers note that Kim’s participation in TMA serves as a major turning point toward fully resuming his domestic acting career. Having recently won a high-profile civil lawsuit against brand advertisers seeking contract refunds, Kim enters the upcoming autumn season with strong legal vindication.
“We are pleased to welcome Kim Soo-hyun as an award presenter for this year’s TMA ceremony in Busan,” stated an organizing committee spokesperson. “His presence adds significant international prestige to our lineup.”
