Law Firm Namsan, which serves as the legal representative for NEXUS E&M Co., Ltd., has issued an official statement regarding a recent issue involving the father of actress Song Ji Hyo.
According to the statement, the agency recently received an email that raised concerns about a business reportedly operated by Song Ji Hyo’s father.
The email claimed that the company in question was currently in a state of default. Along with the claim, the sender attached a formal letter of inquiry and additional materials, including a banner mock-up containing the phrase, “Parent of a famous celebrity, famous on TV for the passenger ship business!”
The legal representatives explained that the act of sending a banner design of this nature goes beyond a simple inquiry about the matter.
The firm stated that such an action could be interpreted as an attempt to publicly display the banner outside the agency’s offices. According to the statement, this could potentially harm Song Ji Hyo’s reputation and image while also interfering with the normal operations of NEXUS E&M.
Law Firm Namsan emphasized that actions of this type may constitute a criminal offense under applicable laws. The firm further noted that, based on court rulings, even situations where an individual claims to be asserting their rights can become punishable if the method used to deliver a warning or threat exceeds socially acceptable limits.
If the notice of harm is considered unreasonable or inappropriate within social or ethical standards, it may be deemed unlawful.
In this context, NEXUS E&M stated that sending such materials directly to the actress’s agency instead of addressing them to Song Ji Hyo’s father is viewed as an act that clearly goes beyond what is considered acceptable under social norms.
The company stressed that it will not tolerate any actions involving threats, intimidation, or pressure that could damage the reputation and personal rights of its affiliated actresses or disrupt the company’s legitimate business activities. NEXUS E&M added that if similar behavior occurs again, it will take decisive legal action.
The agency stated that it is prepared to pursue all available legal options, including filing criminal complaints and seeking compensation for damages, should unlawful acts be repeated.
The full statement reads as follows:
Hello.
This is Law Firm Namsan, legal representative of NEXUS E&M Co., Ltd. (hereinafter “NEXUS E&M”).
Recently, NEXUS E&M received an email raising issues concerning the father of our affiliated actress Song Ji Hyo.
The email alleged that the company operated by Song Ji Hyo’s father is in a state of default and attached a letter of inquiry along with materials such as a banner mock-up bearing the phrase, “Parent of a famous celebrity, famous on TV for the passenger ship business!”
This act of sending a banner mock-up goes beyond a simple inquiry and can be interpreted as an intent by someone to display such a banner in front of NEXUS E&M, thereby damaging Song Ji Hyo’s honor and image and further disrupting the company’s normal business operations.
However, such conduct constitutes a criminal act subject to punishment.
The courts have held that even when a party notifies the other of potential harm as part of exercising their rights, if such a notice of harm exceeds what is acceptable under social or ethical customs and social norms or if it is not a reasonable means toward a legitimate purpose, it is punishable.
In light of this judicial stance, NEXUS E&M deems the act of sending such materials to the agency, rather than to Song Ji Hyo’s father himself, to be a clear criminal act that exceeds the bounds of what can be tolerated under social norms.
NEXUS E&M has no intention of standing by in the face of any form of threats, pressure, or unjust conduct that infringes upon the honor and personal rights of our affiliated actress or the company’s normal business operations.
Should the same or similar unlawful acts be repeated, we will pursue every available legal measure, including filing criminal complaints and claims for damages, as swiftly and rigorously as possible.
NEXUS E&M will continue to respond firmly and will not overlook any malicious actions that harm the activities of our affiliated actress.
- What allegations were made against Song Ji Hyo's father?
An email was sent alleging that a business operated by Song Ji Hyo's father is in a state of default.
- What did the email include besides the allegations?
The email included a formal letter of inquiry and materials such as a banner mock-up with a specific phrase.
- How did NEXUS E&M respond to the allegations?
NEXUS E&M stated that the actions described in the email could harm Song Ji Hyo's reputation and disrupt their business operations.
- What legal actions does NEXUS E&M plan to take?
NEXUS E&M is prepared to pursue legal options, including filing criminal complaints and seeking compensation for damages.
- What does NEXUS E&M consider unacceptable behavior?
NEXUS E&M considers threats, intimidation, or pressure that could damage the reputation of its affiliated actresses as unacceptable.
- What is the stance of Law Firm Namsan regarding the inquiry?
Law Firm Namsan stated that the inquiry exceeded socially acceptable limits and could be interpreted as a criminal act.
