Account Behind Viral Jennie Video Suspended After Agency Threatens Legal Action
A social media account that uploaded a viral video allegedly showing Blackpink member Jennie in a compromising situation has been suspended, shortly after her agency announced that it would pursue legal action over manipulated and defamatory content.
The account reportedly posted the clip on Saturday, and it quickly attracted widespread attention online. Within around 12 hours, the video had reportedly accumulated more than 12.5 million views as users debated whether the footage was genuine.
By Wednesday morning, the account and its posts were no longer accessible. The disappearance came just one day after OA Entertainment publicly warned that it was taking action against those responsible for spreading manipulated material involving the K-pop star.
Agency Moves Against Manipulated Content
OA Entertainment said it had identified the circulation of false information, defamatory claims and content that had allegedly been altered or manipulated without Jennie’s consent.
The agency said it was working with legal representatives to monitor online platforms and collect evidence concerning accounts and posts involved in the distribution of the material. It also indicated that civil and criminal complaints could be pursued in serious cases.
The development comes as online manipulation and AI-generated material become an increasing concern for celebrities and public figures. Deepfake technology can make fabricated videos and images appear convincing, creating significant challenges for individuals whose likenesses are misused.
In Jennie’s case, the rapid spread of the video meant that the material reached millions of viewers before the account was eventually suspended.
AI-Edited Material Could Carry Serious Penalties
Legal experts cited by Korean media said the potential use of artificial intelligence to manipulate the footage could carry serious legal consequences under South Korean law.
Article 14-2 of the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes covers certain forms of digitally manipulated images or videos involving a person’s face or body without their consent, particularly when the material is created or altered in a sexually humiliating manner.
Those convicted under the relevant provision can face a prison sentence of up to seven years or a fine of up to 50 million won, equivalent to around S$50,000 based on a rough currency conversion.
The case highlights the growing legal and reputational risks surrounding deepfake content, particularly as AI image and video generation technology becomes increasingly accessible.
Jennie Among Celebrities Targeted By Online Manipulation
OA Entertainment’s warning also follows concerns over other altered clips involving Jennie, including content linked to her appearance at the Summer Sonic festival.
For major K-pop artists with enormous international followings, manipulated content can spread across multiple platforms within minutes. Once reposted by numerous accounts, removing the original upload may not necessarily stop further circulation.
The agency’s latest actions signal a tougher approach towards online content that allegedly infringes upon Jennie’s privacy, personal rights or reputation.
Fans have also been urged to exercise caution before sharing questionable footage online, particularly when its authenticity cannot be independently verified. The suspension of the account behind the original upload could now form part of a broader effort to identify the people responsible for creating and distributing the alleged manipulated material.