UPDATE: Popular actor Lee Yi Kyung has taken decisive legal action against the individual who falsely accused him last month, as confirmed by his agency, Sangyoung ENT, earlier today. On November 3, 2023, the agency announced that they have officially filed a complaint with the Gangnam Police Station, charging the accuser with spreading false information and defamation.
This urgent development follows a series of damaging allegations that surfaced on October 19, when a foreign netizen claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that Lee Yi Kyung had exchanged explicit messages with her through KakaoTalk. The screenshots circulated widely, causing significant harm to the actor’s reputation.
Sangyoung ENT emphasized their commitment to pursue this matter vigorously, stating, “We will not settle nor consider financial compensation.” They vowed to show no leniency against any malicious attempts to tarnish the image of their artists, underscoring the seriousness of their response.
In a surprising turn, the alleged victim posted an apology on October 21, admitting she fabricated the screenshots using AI technology. In her statement, she expressed remorse, stating, “What started as a joke led to emotional involvement. I feel guilty about it.” Following her apology, her account vanished, leaving many netizens bewildered.
Despite the initial fallout from the accusations, public sentiment appears to have shifted in favor of Lee Yi Kyung. Many fans and online commentators are rallying behind the actor and supporting Sangyoung ENT’s decision to pursue legal action against the accuser.
As this situation develops, all eyes will be on the Gangnam Police Station to see how they respond to the agency’s complaint and what consequences may follow for the individual who initiated these baseless claims. The impact on Lee Yi Kyung’s career and public perception remains to be seen, but the actor’s supporters are hopeful for a swift resolution.
Stay tuned for more updates on this urgent story as it unfolds.
