BTS V, Jungkook Win Defamation Suit; Court Orders 86 Million Won Compensation
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News18•28-01-2026, 16:41
BTS V, Jungkook Win Defamation Suit; Court Orders 86 Million Won Compensation
- •BTS members V and Jungkook won a civil defamation case against YouTube channel Taldeoksooyongso in a South Korean appellate court.
- •The channel was accused of spreading false rumors and misleading content, causing significant reputational damage to the artists.
- •The court increased the compensation, ordering the channel operator to pay 86 million won (approx. 55 lakh rupees) in damages.
- •An additional 5 million won each was awarded to V and Jungkook, reflecting the emotional distress and reputational loss.
- •BTS is also preparing for a global 'Arirang' world tour starting in April, with their fifth album 'Arirang' releasing on March 20.
Why It Matters: BTS members V and Jungkook secured a significant defamation victory, leading to increased compensation and setting a precedent.
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