Top Korean Star Cuts Ties With Daughter Ahead Of Remarriage In Shocking Family Dispute

In a twist worthy of a K-Drama, veteran entertainer Kim Byung Man has officially severed legal ties with his former stepdaughter — just weeks before his wedding to his new partner.

On August 8, the Seoul Family Court ruled in favor of Kim’s petition to revoke the adoption of “B,” the daughter of his ex-wife from her previous marriage. The decision comes after years of messy legal battles that included divorce proceedings, assault accusations, and explosive testimony.

Kim married his ex-wife “A” in 2010, adopting her daughter B as his own. But after the couple’s 2019 separation, their split turned into a high-profile fight that dragged on until the Supreme Court finalized their divorce in 2023. Despite the divorce, Kim remained B’s legal father — until now.

According to Kim’s agency, the court’s latest ruling was influenced by claims that B changed her testimony during the assault case, initially describing Kim as “a good father” but later alleging she had witnessed him assaulting her mother. A previous attempt to revoke the adoption was dismissed, but this time, the judge sided with Kim.

The news comes as Kim prepares to remarry on September 20. He has admitted his new bride has two children, and fans will reportedly get their first glimpse of the blended family on TV Chosun’s Lovers of Joseon later this month.

With the court case closed and a new chapter beginning, netizens are already buzzing about the drama-filled timeline — and wondering how much more will be revealed on TV. You can read more about his family dispute below.

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