{"id":175736,"date":"2026-09-16T18:21:45","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T01:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.musicmundial.com\/en\/?p=175736"},"modified":"2026-09-16T18:21:45","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T01:21:45","slug":"bighit-music-shares-an-update-on-legal-action-to-protect-cortis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.musicmundial.com\/en\/bighit-music-shares-an-update-on-legal-action-to-protect-cortis\/","title":{"rendered":"BIGHIT MUSIC shares an update on legal action to protect CORTIS"},"content":{"rendered":"

CORTIS<\/strong> has been the target of multiple attacks from sasaengs, also known as stalkers who have been intruding on their dormitories without any penalty. Things are about to change with a newly released statement by CORTIS\u2019 music agency, BIGHIT MUSIC<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

On September 16, the music agency reported two foreign suspects to the police after they trespassed on CORTIS\u2019s residence in July. The shocking revelation started when the suspects admitted to illegally purchasing information about the artists\u2019 accommodation address and entering<\/strong> the residence without authorization.<\/p>\n

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Since then, the music agency has been preparing to release a statement talking about legal action against those who trespass the boundaries and infringe on CORTIS members\u2019 rights<\/strong>, including malicious slander and insults, personal attacks, spreading false information by distorting the artists\u2019 words or actions, sexual harassment, and other violations of their personal rights. Read the full statement below<\/p>\n

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Hello.
\nThis is BIGHIT MUSIC.<\/p>\n

We are continuously monitoring and taking legal action against acts that threaten the privacy and safety of CORTIS members or infringe upon their rights and interests. We would like to provide an update on the progress of our recent legal actions and our approach to addressing acts that infringe upon their rights and interests.<\/p>\n

1. Results of Legal Action Regarding Trespassing Upon CORTIS Members\u2019 Residence<\/strong><\/p>\n

In connection with trespassing upon the artists\u2019 residence that occurred around July of this year, we reported two foreign suspects to the police immediately after the incident and have actively cooperated with the investigation. At the scene, the suspects admitted that they had illegally purchased information about the artists\u2019 accommodation address through social media and entered the residence without authorization. They were referred to the prosecution without detention on charges of jointly trespassing upon a residence and have received a suspension of indictment.<\/p>\n

A suspension of indictment means that while the prosecution has confirmed the criminal charges against the suspects, they have decided to close the case without formally indicting them. We view acts such as trespassing and the buying or selling of personal information\u2014which pose a direct threat to our artist\u2019s safety and privacy\u2014with the utmost gravity. Accordingly, we plan to seek a re-evaluation of the non-prosecution decision through formal objection procedures.<\/p>\n

Going to an artist\u2019s accommodation or buying and selling information about their accommodation constitutes an unequivocal criminal act. Unauthorized entry into not only the private residential areas but also shared entrances, communal stairways, hallways, and elevators constitutes the criminal offense of trespassing upon a residence, and when two or more individuals enter together, the offense is subject to aggravated punishment. Even if it is out of simple curiosity, please refrain from entering artists\u2019 accommodations or residences under any circumstances.<\/p>\n

2. Response to Infringements Upon CORTIS Members\u2019 Rights and Interests and Malicious Posts<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are also monitoring and taking legal action against various online acts that infringe upon the rights and interests of CORTIS members.<\/p>\n

Recently, we have identified numerous malicious posts that include malicious slander and insults directed at the artists, personal attacks, the distortion of the artists\u2019 words or actions to spread false information, sexual harassment, and other acts that infringe upon their personal rights.<\/p>\n

We are comprehensively collecting relevant evidence through monitoring of major domestic and international online communities and portals, social media platforms, and music streaming sites, as well as through reports submitted by fans. Although open discussion and criticism of our artists and their music are expected, any actions that cross into infringing on our artists\u2019 rights will be met with strict legal action to the fullest extent possible. In particular, if such conduct is repeatedly identified, we will respond firmly in accordance with our principles, regardless of the offender\u2019s nationality and without settlement or leniency.<\/p>\n

3. Response Regarding the Privacy and Safety of Artists at Airports and On Board Aircraft<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are continuously strengthening on-site security measures to protect the artists\u2019 privacy and safety during transit, including at airports. Please refrain from the following conduct, as it may infringe upon the artists\u2019 privacy and safety and cause inconvenience to other passengers and airport users.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Boarding the same flight using illegally obtained information about the artists\u2019 flight tickets, or secretly taking videos or photographs of the artists after boarding
\n\u2013 Attempting to give items to artists who are sleeping or otherwise resting on board, or attempting physical contact with them; following the artists as they move about the aircraft or waiting near them
\n\u2013 Arbitrarily changing the in-flight meals or other food provided to the artists or accompanying staff
\n\u2013 Tracking the artists\u2019 movements through airports and boarding areas, waiting for extended periods of time, or following them by vehicle to their destination or accommodation after arrival<\/p>\n

We are collecting evidence regarding individuals who repeatedly engage in such stalking despite fan etiquette notices and multiple verbal warnings given on-site, and we intend to take the necessary legal measures. We are also closely monitoring any attempts to distort the facts concerning the artists or staff in connection with these matters or to spread false information. We ask everyone to follow airport rules and fan etiquette so that all passengers can use airports safely.<\/p>\n

Your interest and reports are of great help in protecting our artists. If you discover any posts or conduct that infringe upon CORTIS\u2019s rights and interests, please actively report them through the \u201cHYBE Artist Rights Violation Report Website (protect.hybecorp.com).\u201d When submitting a report, we kindly ask that you include a full PC screenshot or a PDF file clearly showing the URL, username, post content, and date, as this will assist us in taking legal action.<\/p>\n

BIGHIT MUSIC will continue to do its utmost to protect the rights and safety of CORTIS members, both online and offline.<\/p>\n

Thank you.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/figure>\n \n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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