Find your next favorite work.

Search results for "defamation"

A Voice of Solidarity That Broke Through Prejudice: Shin Sugok of ‘Horoomon’

A Voice of Solidarity That Broke Through Prejudice: Shin Sugok of ‘Horoomon’

In November 2026, moviegoers will have a chance to encounter a remarkable figure on the big screen. That opportunity comes with 〈Horoomon〉, which reached Korean audiences at the 26th JEONJU International Film Festival in 2025.
Police refer Min Hee-jin to prosecutors on 1st over ILLIT plagiarism allegations

Police refer Min Hee-jin to prosecutors on 1st over ILLIT plagiarism allegations

Since the allegations were first raised in April 2024, the case has been found to involve false claims, in line with two court rulings.
Police find grounds for obstruction of business charges over false claims Police have referred Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of ADOR, to prosecutors after she raised allegations that ILLIT, a girl group under HYBE label BELIFT LAB, plagiarized NewJeans.
Joo Sung-chul's Locker: What's Wrong With Talking About 'Assassins' and the Missing Bullet?

Joo Sung-chul's Locker: What's Wrong With Talking About 'Assassins' and the Missing Bullet?

I fixate on objects in movies. I find myself wondering why the director, cinematographer, production designer or actor placed that particular object in front of the camera. 'Joo Sung-chul's Locker' records the objects in movies that quietly catch my eye.
〈Assassins〉 has canceled all events tied to the Busan International Film Festival, which opens today, Oct. 6. The cancellations began with actor Lee Min-ho's absence from Actors' House, a program that brings actors together with audiences, and were followed by the cancellation of one stage greeting...
Yoo Hae-jin’s Team Vows Tough Response to Threats Over ‘Assassins’; Minister Choi Hwi-young Calls for Strict Law Enforcement on July 5

Yoo Hae-jin’s Team Vows Tough Response to Threats Over ‘Assassins’; Minister Choi Hwi-young Calls for Strict Law Enforcement on July 5

Agency says it is collecting malicious posts and preparing to take strong legal action
Criticism of film turns into excessive, blind witch hunt As a controversy over alleged historical distortion surrounding the film 'Assassins' spread into a sweeping boycott targeting lead actor 'Yoo Hae-jin' and protests outside his home, his agency and Choi Hwi-young, the minister of culture,...
Distributor who targeted Jang Won-young finally headed to prison … Starship secures actual prison sentence

Distributor who targeted Jang Won-young finally headed to prison … Starship secures actual prison sentence

Zero-tolerance policy enforced through Kim & Chang as agency files second round of lawsuits against cyber wreckers and other malicious commenters Agency: “We will file additional lawsuits against cyber wreckers and others and pursue legal accountability to the end”
An internet user who circulated maliciously fabricated videos targeting 'Jang Won-young', a member of girl group IVE, has finally faced the full force of the law. Starship Entertainment announced concrete results from its legal campaign through its official social media channels on the 9th.
Kim Soo-hyun Clears After 1 Year in ‘Underage Dating’ Inquiry, Suspects Audio Tape Manipulation

Kim Soo-hyun Clears After 1 Year in ‘Underage Dating’ Inquiry, Suspects Audio Tape Manipulation

Police decide not to bring charges due to insufficient evidence, with an audio recording submitted by the bereaved family showing signs of AI forgery
The underage dating allegation involving actor 'Kim Soo-hyun', which shook South Korea, came to an end about a year later. After a fierce battle over the truth, the dispute ultimately landed on the empty conclusion of 'insufficient evidence' in the face of scientific investigation.
IVE Jang Wonyoung Targets Malicious Commenters to the End, Starship Says It Will Identify the Authors Through “International Joint Investigation”

IVE Jang Wonyoung Targets Malicious Commenters to the End, Starship Says It Will Identify the Authors Through “International Joint Investigation”

Online tracking will extend through international cooperation, from domestic communities to overseas platforms, to demand strong legal accountability.
A modern societal ailment in which people hide behind the chilling mask of anonymity and slash at others’ character. The idol standing at the center of that violence often becomes a modern-day scapegoat, reflecting the public’s warped cravings and sense of deprivation.
Prosecutors say “No” to allegations of “sorcery management” being false…All of HYBE’s complaints filed by Min Hee-jin cleared

Prosecutors say “No” to allegations of “sorcery management” being false…All of HYBE’s complaints filed by Min Hee-jin cleared

All of the complaints filed by former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin against HYBE—including defamation and obstruction of business—were dismissed without charges
A period at the end of a legal fight: Prosecutors back HYBE In an all-out showdown between former ADOR CEO “Min Hee-jin” and “HYBE,” the judicial system ultimately affirmed HYBE’s legitimacy. Beyond a straightforward management-rights dispute, the case—one that acted as a potential fuse for the...
Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni Reach Sudden Agreement to End “Mud-Slinging” Lawsuit Battle Lasting 1 Year and 5 Months

Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni Reach Sudden Agreement to End “Mud-Slinging” Lawsuit Battle Lasting 1 Year and 5 Months

NYT Report… Announce a “Peaceful Resolution” Two Weeks Before the Trial Scheduled for the 18th Conflict that began with allegations of sexual harassment and a retaliatory campaign during the filming of the movie “It Ends With Us” Joint Statement: “It Was Worth Listening to Blake’s Concerns… The Film Is a Source of Pride for Everyone”
After a long, hard-fought legal battle, Hollywood top stars Blake Lively (Blake Lively, 38) and director-actor Justin Baldoni (Justin Baldoni, 42) have finally put an end to their dispute. The clash that erupted during the production of the film “It Ends With Us” took about 1 year and 5 months to...
SM Wins Lawsuit Over ‘Anti-Fandom Waste Bin’ Attacks Against Espa, Exo… Court Orders $17,000,000 in Damages

SM Wins Lawsuit Over ‘Anti-Fandom Waste Bin’ Attacks Against Espa, Exo… Court Orders $17,000,000 in Damages

Seoul Central District Court Recognizes Infringement of YouTuber Park’s Right of Personality… Awards $130 Million to the Artist and $40 Million to SM The Panel: “An Artist’s Reputation Is a Core Corporate Asset… Spreading False Facts Causes Substantial Business Disruption” Following Criminal Verdicts Confirming a Two-Year Suspended Sentence, the Civil Suit Also Hands Down a ‘Severe Blow’
A YouTube channel operated by the operator of ‘Anti-Fandom Waste Bin’, which has produced and circulated false videos with the intent to slander SM-affiliated artists such as Espa, Exo, and Red Velvet, has received a damages ruling totaling $170 Million.