At the second hearing for the defamation lawsuit filed by BIGHIT MUSIC on behalf of BTS V and Jungkook, YouTuber Sojang maintained her stance that her videos were based on her “personal opinion” and were not intended to defame the artists.

Sojang Defends Her Videos in Court

On September 2, 2024, Park (35, female), the individual behind the controversial YouTube channel Sojang, attended the hearing at the Incheon District Court. In her defense, Park claimed that the content of her videos, which targeted BTS members V and Jungkook, were expressions of her personal beliefs. She argued that her videos should not be considered defamatory, as they were not intended to harm the reputation or business of the artists involved.

Park’s legal team echoed these sentiments, asserting that her actions were in the public interest and did not infringe on the personal rights of V, Jungkook, or any other artists she discussed. According to her defense, the statements in her videos, while possibly controversial, were not criminal as they were based on her genuine opinions.

BIGHIT MUSIC and BTS’ Legal Battle Against Sojang

The lawsuit in question stems from a complaint filed by BIGHIT MUSIC and BTS members V and Jungkook in March 2024. The agency accused Sojang of producing and disseminating malicious content aimed at defaming their artists and causing significant damage to their reputation and business. They sought 90 million KRW in damages, citing obstruction of business as a key concern.

For those unfamiliar, the lawsuit is part of a larger legal battle that began in 2022 when BIGHIT MUSIC first filed a complaint against Sojang. The investigation was initially suspended but was reopened recently, leading to the current trial proceedings.

Sojang’s History of Controversial Content

Sojang is no stranger to legal troubles. She has previously faced accusations of defamation from other prominent K-pop figures, including IVE’s Jang Wonyoung, Kang Daniel, and aespa. In these cases, too, the artists’ agencies took legal action against her, resulting in multiple court appearances.

According to reports, Sojang earned approximately 250 million KRW from 23 malicious videos posted on her now-deleted YouTube channel between October 2021 and June 2022. These videos, which have since been removed, targeted various K-pop idols and sparked widespread controversy.

Continuing Legal Proceedings

As the trial continues, Sojang remains resolute in her defense, denying all allegations of defamation. Her claim that her videos were based on personal opinion is central to her legal strategy, as she seeks to avoid potential penalties.For more updates on the BTS’ V and Jungkook defamation case, keep an eye on VvipTimes, and allow notifications from us to let you know the latest developments on this topic.