Legal actions are underway against authors of malicious posts, with some offenders punished.
Fans are urged to act with respect and consideration to protect the artists' safety.
[TV Daily Reporter Han Seo-yul] Big Hit Music is taking strong measures to protect its artist BTS. On the 29th, Big Hit Music announced that they have been carefully monitoring artist-related posts this quarter and filed complaints against the authors of malicious posts based on fan reports.
The agency stated that they are implementing legal actions against acts of defamation, insult, and the creation or spread of false rumors about BTS, including the manipulation of false information using AI. Furthermore, it was reported that fines had been imposed on individuals who posted insulting content about the artist, and they will do their utmost to ensure that those under investigation also face criminal charges.
Recently, illegal access and stalking incidents near the artist's residence have occurred, prompting Big Hit Music to immediately report to the police and actively provide information for the investigation. In connection with this, the prosecution has requested simplified orders, asserting that they will respond strongly to any actions threatening the artist’s privacy and safety. Fans have been urged to engage in healthy fan culture that respects and supports.
Big Hit Music's recent actions highlight their firm commitment to ensuring the safety and privacy of their artist, BTS. As artists gain fame, they increasingly face various forms of threats, making the agency's stringent measures more crucial. Stalking and similar criminal acts have become increasingly common, posing serious psychological impacts on artists beyond mere illegal behavior.
With legal actions being strengthened, it is essential for fans to maintain their consideration and respect towards the artists. Through more attention and effort, a healthy fan culture can be cultivated, and positive relationships with artists can be upheld. When fans act voluntarily, their messages of support become even more meaningful.
Ultimately, protecting the privacy of global artists like BTS is not just a trivial matter. It is a crucial aspect of sustaining their artistic activities and healthy creative environments, which requires accountability from society at large. Therefore, this incident resonates deeply with all fans and the public, highlighting the need for ongoing vigilance.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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