Min's side argues that the context of her statements has been distorted.
This case has sparked controversy in the entertainment industry.
The defamation lawsuit involving former HYBE representative Min Hee-jin has drawn significant attention during its hearings with Source Music. Source Music claims that Min made false statements regarding the casting of NewJeans members during a press conference, warranting a lawsuit seeking 500 million KRW in damages for defamation. Conversely, Min's side argues that her comments were defensive explanations stemming from audits and media responses, asserting that the context has been distorted. This scenario highlights key ongoing debates about the truthfulness of the statements and the causality of the expressions.
This lawsuit shines a light on the issues stemming from inaccurate statements in the entertainment industry. The determination of whether Min Hee-jin's comments could be deemed defamatory requires consideration beyond just the facts, as it involves evaluating social context. In the entertainment industry, an individual’s reputation is tightly linked to the corporate image, suggesting that such disputes could have far-reaching implications beyond mere legal standings.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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