On Nov 6, 2023, EXO’s D.O.'s new agency Company Soosoo released an official statement, saying that they will be taking legal action against 'the creators of malicious posts and comments containing baseless accusations, defamation, and malicious insults on online communities and social media' who are harming the reputation and mental health of their artists.
The statement was very clear in conveying the message that they will not tolerate any form of cyberbulling and that they will take strong legal action against the perpetrators, without any leniency or settlement.
To bullies who still find it difficult to understand what it means, well, fuck around and find out!
The agency also asked the fans and the public to report any cases of cyberbullying that they encounter, and to refrain from spreading or engaging with the malicious posts and comments. They agency thanked the fans for their love and support for their artists, and promised to do their best to protect and promote their artists' activities.
Cyberbullying is a serious problem that affects many K-pop artists, who are constantly exposed to the public eye and the scrutiny of netizens. Cyberbullying can have various forms, such as spreading rumors, posting hateful or abusive comments, sending threats, or leaking personal information. It can have serious and lasting effects on the victims, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, isolation, or even suicidal thoughts.
Some K-pop artists have tragically ended their lives because of cyberbullying, such as SHINee’s Jonghyun, U;Nee, and f(x)'s Sulli. Other K-pop artists have revealed their struggles with cyberbullying and its impact on their mental health, such as Red Velvet’s Yeri, Ahn Jae-hyun, Luna, and Victoria Song.
Cyberbullying of K-pop artists is a problem that needs to stop, as it is not only hurting the artists, but also the fans, the industry, and the society. K-pop artists are talented and passionate individuals who deserve respect and appreciation, not hate and abuse. K-pop fans are loyal and enthusiastic supporters who can make a positive difference, not a negative impact. Let us all work together to create a better and brighter future for K-pop, where everyone can enjoy and celebrate the music and the culture, without fear or pain.
Company soosoo is not one to be messed with.
The KTruth