BIGHIT MUSIC, the agency representing BTS, has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy regarding stalking, malicious online posts, and the spread of fake news, announcing a stern legal response.
On June 29, BIGHIT MUSIC released an update titled "Legal Response Regarding Infringement of Artist Rights for Q2 2026" via the fan community platform Weverse. The agency stated, "We are taking continuous legal action against defamation, insults, sexual harassment, and malicious slander that infringe upon the rights of BTS. We will track down malicious hate speech hidden behind anonymity and systematically organized fake news to the very end, holding the perpetrators legally accountable without exception."
The agency also shared the outcomes of actions taken against those who posted malicious content. Based on evidence collected through internal monitoring and fan reports, the agency reported that a perpetrator who repeatedly posted groundless false information was found guilty of insult and defamation by spreading false information, resulting in a suspended indictment contingent upon the completion of an educational program.
Furthermore, the agency shared the results of a trial concerning stalking crimes targeting a BTS member. BIGHIT MUSIC stated, "A defendant who repeatedly stalked the artist and trespassed on their property was issued an arrest warrant, held in custody for approximately three months during the trial, and the court, recognizing the severity of the offense, sentenced the individual to one year in prison, suspended for two years." The agency warned, "We apply the same principles regardless of nationality. If a foreign national is criminally punished for trespassing or stalking, they may face forced deportation and a ban on entry into South Korea."
The agency added, "Acts such as loitering around or waiting at the artist's residence, or unilaterally leaving gifts, are not expressions of interest but clear criminal acts. We will continue to respond with strong legal measures, including immediate police reports."
Previously, a Brazilian woman in her 30s was brought to trial for stalking JUNG KOOK by visiting his home in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, over 20 times since December of last year, ringing his doorbell, loitering, and leaving items. Despite receiving a restraining order from the police, she returned to the residence, left photos and printed materials, and even followed a delivery worker into the building. These charges were upheld, and the court sentenced her to one year in prison, suspended for two years, last month.
Meanwhile, JUNG KOOK personally appealed to fans during a live broadcast while serving in the military last year, saying, "Please do not come to my new home." However, as privacy infringements by some domestic and international fans have continued, the agency has reportedly been strengthening its legal response.
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