Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok has taken a firm legal stand against defamation, harassment, and false rumors, declaring that no settlement or leniency will be offered to offenders. His agency, Baro Entertainment, revealed that evidence has been gathered through internal monitoring and fan reports, leading to an official legal complaint filed through their law firm.

Baro Entertainment’s Statement on Legal Action

In a detailed statement, Baro Entertainment emphasized the seriousness of the offenses and their commitment to protecting Byeon Woo Seok’s rights. The agency stated:

“Posting malicious slander, insults, and groundless false information in comments and posts is a clear criminal act and is subject to legal action. We will not ignore these criminal acts and will take strong action to ensure appropriate punishment without any settlement or leniency.”

The agency further assured that ongoing monitoring and legal steps would continue to safeguard the actor’s reputation and rights.

Byeon Woo Seok’s Recent Success

Byeon Woo Seok recently gained widespread attention after starring alongside Kim Hye Yoon in the popular tvN drama Lovely Runner, which concluded in May 2024. His rising popularity has likely contributed to the heightened scrutiny and malicious actions prompting this legal response.

Full Official Statement

Below is the full statement released by Baro Entertainment:

“Hello,
This is Baro Entertainment.

We would like to thank all the fans who show interest in and love for our actor, Byeon Woo Seok.

Recently, Baro Entertainment decided that we could no longer overlook the malicious slander and insults directed toward our actor Byeon Woo Seok, and have proceeded with legal action to protect his rights and interests. Here is an update on the situation.

Through our own monitoring and reports from his fans, we have identified various malicious criminal acts against our actor. Based on this, we have collected sufficient evidence of criminal acts such as malicious slander, defamation, insults, sexual harassment, and the spreading of false information through harmful posts and comments. We have submitted a complaint against those responsible after thorough legal review through our law firm.

Posting malicious slander, insults, and groundless false information in comments and posts is a clear criminal act and is subject to legal action. We will not ignore these criminal acts and will take strong action to ensure appropriate punishment without any settlement or leniency.

Baro Entertainment reaffirms that we will continue to monitor and take legal action against malicious criminal acts directed at our actors, doing our utmost to protect their rights and reputation.

Thank you.”

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