[Exclusive] IU's Agency "Investigation Underway After Filing Lawsuit Against Malicious Commenters"
Singer IU's agency stated that "a lawsuit against malicious commenters is underway."
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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Seul-gi] Singer IU's agency announced that "a lawsuit against malicious commenters is underway."
On the 17th, IU's agency EDAM Entertainment stated on their official social network service (SNS), "As announced on October 18, 2019, we have filed a complaint regarding malicious defamatory posts targeting artist IU."
They added, "As a result, the identities of most suspects have been confirmed, and they have been investigated by law enforcement agencies."
They further stated, "Due to requests from the investigative authorities, it is difficult to disclose detailed progress, but punishments are being carried out sequentially."
EDAM Entertainment is a subsidiary company under Kakao M that took over all operations previously handled by IU's former agency, Kakao M.
On the 15th, IU released the OST "Give You My Heart" for the tvN drama "Crash Landing on You," which recently concluded.
The following is the full statement from IU's agency, EDAM Entertainment
Hello, this is EDAM Entertainment.
Based on solid trust, EDAM Entertainment signed an exclusive contract with artist IU and has taken over all operations and existing platforms previously managed by Kakao M, aiming to show a more developed image.
Also, as announced on October 18, 2019, we have filed a complaint regarding malicious defamatory posts targeting artist IU. As a result, the identities of most suspects have been confirmed, and they have been investigated by law enforcement agencies.
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Due to requests from the investigative authorities, it is difficult to disclose specific processes or detailed progress, but punishments are being carried out sequentially, and we are awaiting notification of the results. We will continue to respond legally through ongoing monitoring and reports from fans.
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