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K-pop star Ningning warns Chinese netizens against malicious comments, threatens lawsuits
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K-pop star Ningning warns Chinese netizens against malicious comments, threatens lawsuits

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ningning, a member of the K-pop group Aespa, issued a warning to Chinese netizens engaging in malicious online behavior.
  • She specifically mentioned two user IDs on Weibo and stated she is aware of other individuals also participating in the attacks.
  • Ningning threatened legal action, including lawsuits, if the malicious posts continue, while acknowledging that many offenders are young.

Ningning, a prominent member of the K-pop girl group Aespa, has directly addressed malicious online behavior targeting her, her fans, and her family. The singer issued a stern warning to Chinese netizens, specifically calling out two user IDs on the social media platform Weibo.

I am talking about the verbal attacks that have been directed at me, my fans, and my family for a long time.

โ€” NingningExplaining her reasons for speaking out against online harassment.

In a statement posted on Weibo, Ningning expressed her frustration with the prolonged "verbal attacks." She acknowledged that the issue extends beyond the two individuals she named, indicating a broader pattern of online harassment. The singer conveyed her awareness of the situation and her decision to speak out.

I know that there are not only these two people but also others.

โ€” NingningAcknowledging the widespread nature of the online attacks.

Ningning's message also carried a note of understanding, recognizing that many of those involved are young. However, she made it clear that this leniency has limits. She urged young people to foster a healthy internet culture but firmly stated that continued malicious posts would result in legal consequences. Ningning warned offenders to "be prepared to be sued" if such behavior persists, signaling a potential escalation to legal action.

You should be prepared to be sued if you continue to see such posts.

โ€” NingningIssuing a legal threat to those engaging in malicious online behavior.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.