PLEDIS Entertainment has issued an official statement detailing its ongoing legal efforts to protect the boy group TWS from malicious online activity. The agency confirmed that it has filed criminal complaints and launched civil litigation targeting individuals responsible for spreading defamatory and insulting content about the group.
According to the announcement made on September 19, the agency is actively pursuing both domestic and international legal channels in response to what it described as a surge in harmful posts directed at TWS. Much of the defamatory content has been shared through social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), prompting PLEDIS to initiate legal procedures aimed at identifying the users behind the accounts. This includes requesting disclosure of user information through courts in various countries, including the United States.
In its statement, the agency emphasized that these malicious actions—ranging from personal insults to widespread defamation—are not only damaging to the artists’ mental well-being but also constitute illegal behavior under the law. PLEDIS made it clear that it will not seek settlements or show leniency in any of the cases, vowing to follow through with legal action regardless of how long the process may take.
The company noted that its legal response is based on a combination of internal monitoring and fan-submitted reports. It has collected a substantial body of evidence from domestic online communities, music platforms, and international social media channels. The material includes offensive posts from platforms such as TheQoo, DC Inside, Weverse, and X, among others.
To further support their legal efforts, the agency encouraged fans to continue submitting reports of malicious content through the official HYBE Artist Rights Violation Report Website. PLEDIS also offered guidelines to ensure that fan reports are actionable—highlighting the importance of including clear screenshots that show the full URL, username, post content, and timestamp. They recommend using full-screen PC captures or PDF print files instead of mobile screenshots, as these formats are more effective for legal documentation.
The agency closed its statement by expressing gratitude to fans for their continued support and vigilance. It reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of TWS, pledging to respond decisively to any actions that threaten the dignity or personal rights of its artists.
