On this day, fans are fiercely fιgнтing to protect the BTS members against malicious actors spreading baseless rumors. These bad actors not only slander the reputations of the BTS members but also incite hatred, taking advantage of a wave of criticism from people who lack awareness of the truth, all targeting the top K-pop superstars.
Among them, Jungkook has been enduring serious attacks both online and offline due to fabricated dating rumors. Since last weekend, several photos and videos purportedly showing Jungkook with a few different women returning to his villa in 2023 have been circulating at lightning speed. Malicious actors labeled him as the “Busan Cycle,” implying that he has promiscuous relationships with numerous women, both celebrities within and outside the industry.
However, ARMYs, long familiar with such slander from malicious sources, quickly proved that the videos and photos were AI-generated. Through verification using editing detection software, tracing original images, and carefully examining unusual details in the pictures, it was clear that these images had been fabricated to harm the male idol.
Although the truth—that Jungkook is not dating anyone—has been confirmed, both he and the women speculated to be dating him have endured a mαѕѕive wave of criticism. Many toxic social media users even invaded personal Instagram accounts, leaving ∂єαтн threats and violent comments.
кσяєαn actress Chae Won Bin is one of the women dragged into this absurd situation alongside Jungkook. Born in 2021, she was alleged to be the woman pictured with the idol on the way to his villa. Of course, it was an AI-generated image, but some malicious individuals disregarded the truth and continued to attack her online.
Witnessing the severe wave of attacks directed at Won Bin, even though she did nothing wrong, the actress’s manager could not remain silent and directly commented under a photo: "This is getting out of hand and even unrelated parties are getting harmed" along with the two-hand “X” emoji.
The comment alluded to a common кσяєαn idiom, meaning that one should not jump to conclusions based on superficial signs, innocence can still attract suspicion. The manager’s response clearly denied all the photos and the dating rumors between Jungkook and Won Bin, shutting down the malicious claims.
Fans appreciated the manager’s straightforwardness, believing it to be the right action to protect the artist during a sensitive time. Many fans also criticized HYBE for their indifferent attitude toward the baseless accusations against Jungkook, which caused him to face severe criticism online and harαѕѕment at his private residence. HYBE is being called upon to take action to protect Jungkook and put an end to the spread of false, harmful information across social media:
- Slutshaming a woman over a relationship your schizophrenic selves made up to defame Jungkook until she limited her Instagram comments is absolutely disgusting and inhumane. This is getting out of hand and even unrelated parties are getting harmed. LEAVE HER ALONE & LEAVE JUNGKOOK ALONE!
- HYBE PROTECT JUNGKOOK. It’s okay not to make a public statement, but at the very least, you must ensure his home isn’t disturbed and immediately take legal action against those defaming him
- To HYBE, We would like confirmation that you are taking strict measures to protect Jungkook from further stalking, harαѕѕment and defamation, and that those who have participated in such actions will face adequate consequences.
- The generalized quarterly announcements are simply not enough to appease fans who wish that his safety and privacy are protected. @HYBEOFFICIALtwt
- First of all, he is human beings. Learn to respect him. Open your eyes and see what is true and what is false. HYBE, you should not be silent now. Do soмєтнing to show us you're protecting your artist
- Protect Jungkook's privacy.Why isn't the company taking any action??? Is your artist not important??? Take legal action
- This is getting out of hand and even unrelated parties are getting harmed. @HYBEOFFICIALtwt @BIGHIT_MUSIC
- @HYBEOFFICIALtwt @BIGHIT_MUSIC This is getting out of hand! PLEASE do soмєтнing and protect your artist! But you’re staying mute, it’s so frustrating!!!!
- @HYBEOFFICIALtwt @BIGHIT_MUSIC Hybe better take this situation seriously otherwise if armys have to take this situation seriously it might get much more worse. To @HYBEOFFICIALtwt @BIGHIT_MUSIC,
- @BIGHIT_MUSIC @HYBEOFFICIALtwt You should take actions regarding such wrong inputs on your idols. Their safety is your responsibility. And when they're targeted.. you should be safeguarding them. WAKE UP... HYBE.
- This has gotten out of control and it’s all the fault of solos, antis, kpopers etc who started this hate campaign based on lies and ai edits. it’s absolutely disgusting and i really hope there are legal consequences for those people
