As dating rumors involving BTS’ Jung Kook and aespa’s Winter continue to circulate online, the controversy surrounding both artists has intensified, prompting SM Entertainment to take a firm legal stance against malicious content directed at its artists.

On Dec. 10, SM Entertainment released an official statement announcing ongoing legal action to protect Winter’s rights, citing a surge in harmful online activity. The agency stated that it is taking the situation “very seriously,” pointing to the spread of malicious posts and comments, including sexual harassment, defamation, personal attacks, insults, invasions of privacy and deepfake-related content.

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