A woman in her 40s has once again penalized for defaming south korean singer and actress u. The Seoul Central District Court Ordered The Woman, Referred to as Kim, to pay a Fine of 3 Million KRW (Approximately USD 2,200) After Finding Her Guilty of Slander. This marks her second conviction for targeting the k-pop star with Malicious online comments.

The verdict was reported by the korea herald on June 5. Comments in April 2022 Included derogatory remarks about Iu’s singing and fashion sense. Thought Kim Claimed at the time that the comments reflected her personal taste and limitations due to a mental health issue, the court found them defamatory.

In the latest hearing, kim denied having posted the offensive content. She also argued that her comments did not name Iu directly, Were vague, and therefore did not damage the singer’s social standing. However, the court rejected her definition in its entryty.

The Judge Ruled, “She has shown no remorse, continues to deny the offense, and have not received forgiveness from the Victim.” It was also revised that kim had two prior convictions for similar offenses. The court, however, considered that the latest offense Occurred before

Iu’s team not backing down

Iu’s agency, edam entertainment, has made it clear that they are not taking these attacks lightly. In a public statement, they confirmed that Iu has not forgiven kim, and thus, the legal proceedings Wi Pursued without a Settlement.

Edam has consistently been proactive in tackling online defamation. By November Last Year, The Agency Had Alredy Initiated Criminal Action 180 Individuals Accused of Making of MALICIOUS COMMENTS About IU.

With Repeted Offenders Continuing to Target Public Figures Online, this case underscores the growing serialness with which which south korean courts are treated digital harassment, particularly resine High-profile celebrities like u.