SM Entertainment is taking action to defend aespa from malicious posts about the girl group.
SM Entertainment Vows Legal Action Against Defamatory aespa Posts
On February 11, SM Entertainment announced that they had taken strong legal action against individuals who defamed aespa by spreading malicious content online. The agency emphasized its commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of its artists, stating that it would continue to monitor and respond to any defamatory activities.
“Through reports from fans and our own monitoring efforts, we have been collecting evidence of malicious posts and comments targeting aespa,” the statement read. “Based on this evidence, we filed complaints for charges such as insults, defamation, and the editing and distribution of false video materials, and we are currently proceeding with legal action.”
According to the official statement, certain individuals who distributed false videos related to aespa have already faced legal consequences. These perpetrators were charged with violating the ‘Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment, etc. of Sexual Crimes’ and received summary orders, including fines. This law is specifically designed to address crimes involving digital sex crimes and the spread of harmful content.
SM Entertainment reaffirmed that it is actively working with law enforcement to track down and prosecute those responsible for defaming its artists. The agency stressed that there will be no leniency for offenders and that it will continue to take strict measures against any form of defamation, slander, or the spread of false information.
“We will continue to take strong measures and actions against those who post malicious content, videos, and images targeting aespa, regardless of whether they are based domestically or internationally,” the statement added.
The company urged fans to report any harmful content targeting aespa and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy regarding cybercrimes. This legal action reflects SM Entertainment’s broader commitment to safeguarding its artists from online harassment and malicious attacks.
