South Korean actress Bae Seul Ki and her husband, YouTuber Shim Lee Seob, have taken legal action following death threats that led police to intervene at their home.
Official Statement from Chan Entertainment
On January 9, Chan Entertainment, Bae Seul Ki’s agency, issued a statement:
“The latest death threats against actress Bae Seul Ki and her husband have devastated us. We have made the decision to take decisive legal action to resolve this issue.
Malicious Posts Spark Police Involvement
The threats surfaced after malicious posts targeting Bae, Shim, and their family appeared in an online community. Speaking with Xports News, Bae explained, “I wasn’t aware of the posts since I don’t follow online communities. A few days ago, the police unexpectedly came to our home and informed me about the situation. It was shocking.”
Severity of the Threats
Bae expressed gratitude to the individual who reported the threats and detailed how serious the situation had become.
The material was severe enough to call for prompt police action. I even canceled arrangements to take my baby to a doctor’s visit as a precaution,” she said.
Threats Against the Family
The couple’s small child was also the subject of the threats. “I was just angry at first,” Bae recalled. However, we became aware of the gravity of the situation after speaking with my husband and our organization. Since we know that not everyone will like us, we have previously dismissed hate speech. But this time, our safety was in jeopardy and the threats were severe.
Legal Action Initiated
To protect their family, the couple decided to take strong legal action. Bae revealed, “Although the original posts have been deleted, my husband received reports about them. Through his lawyer, he has already brought a lawsuit.
Agency’s Commitment to Justice
Chan Entertainment emphasized their zero-tolerance stance, stating, “We are working with law enforcement to track down those responsible for these malicious posts and comments. We will consider them responsible under the full degree of the law.”
The agency noted that some individuals are attempting to evade responsibility by deleting posts or deactivating accounts. However, they have gathered evidence and are working with platform operators to ensure justice. They reaffirmed their dedication to ongoing legal action.
Public Support for the Couple
Fans have shown overwhelming support for Bae Seul Ki and her family, commending their firm response to the threats.
A Troubling Incident Amid Recent Celebrations
Bae Seul Ki, who married Shim Lee Seob in November 2020, recently welcomed their first child, a son, in October 2024. The couple had been enjoying warm public congratulations before this distressing incident occurred.