BTS Jungkook, V and IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Win Defamation Case Against Sojang, YouTuber Receives 2 Year Prison Sentence and 200 Million KRW Fine
BTS members Jungkook and V, along with IVE’s Jang Wonyoung, have won their defamation case against YouTuber Sojang. The court sentenced Sojang to two years in prison and imposed a 200 million KRW fine for spreading malicious rumours.
YouTuber Park Sojang aka Sojang, notorious for spreading false claims about South Korean celebrities, has been sentenced to two years in prison and three years of probation by the Incheon District Court. She was also fined 200 million KRW (approx 137,000 USD). She have to complete 120 hours of community service also. The court found her guilty of creating and uploading defamatory videos targeting high-profile K-pop idols, including IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and BTS members Jungkook and V, between October 2021 and June 2023. Artists and agencies fought back with lawsuits. Jang Wonyoung secured a 1 billion KRW payout, while BTS members V and Jungkook sought 90 million KRW in damages. Soloist Kang Daniel won 30 million KRW in a separate case. SM Entertainment also took legal action for her defamatory claims about EXO’s Suho and aespa. BTS V and Jungkook Take Legal Action Against YouTube Channel Quitting Fandom Center, Here's What You Should Know.
Youtube Sojang Sentenced To Jail
Spreading Falsehoods for Profit?
Sojang’s videos were designed to generate controversy and profit, amassing significant earnings of around 250 million KRW through advertisements and paid subscriptions. Her content included malicious accusations about prostitution, plastic surgery, and the personal lives of idols. BTS Agency HYBE Addresses Rumours of ‘Surreptitious Chart Manipulation’ – Read the Full Statement.
Court Sends a Strong Message
Presiding judge Kim Saet Byeol highlighted the seriousness of defamation, stating, “Defamation causes irreparable harm to victims and must be dealt with severely.”
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