The K-pop group declares all-out war on hate comments and fake news, with international legal support on the way

⚖️ SEVENTEEN says 'No More' to Online Hate

SEVENTEEN is cracking down on malicious commenters with full force. On June 17, PLEDIS Entertainment announced ongoing legal action against individuals spreading defamation and false rumors about the group.

In an official statement on SNS, the agency confirmed:

"Some individuals have already been identified and referred to the prosecution. Their charges have been acknowledged, and we're awaiting the results."

🌍 Global Offenders, You're Not Safe Either

The agency isn't stopping at Korea. They've requested user information from overseas jurisdictions, targeting platforms like X (formerly Twitter) where international users have posted harmful content.

Thanks to fan reports, PLEDIS has launched both civil and criminal lawsuits globally.

"We've initiated legal procedures abroad to uncover account holders' identities and enforce follow-up actions," the agency explained.

🚫 Zero Tolerance. No Settlement, No Mercy.

PLEDIS made their stance crystal clear:

"We will continuously monitor malicious activity—not just once, but on a regular basis. There will be no settlements or leniency. All offenders will face legal consequences."

They also emphasized that their legal team is actively assisting investigations and supplying proof of harm in all ongoing cases.

💬 Protecting What Matters Most—SEVENTEEN and Their Fans

The agency ended by thanking CARATs (SEVENTEEN's fandom) for their unwavering support:

"We sincerely appreciate the love and loyalty our fans have shown. We will do everything we can to protect the values SEVENTEEN and their fans have built together."