TXT member Soobin deepfake controversy

Overview

Controversy emerged on social media following the circulation of images on Weibo allegedly depicting TXT member Soobin in intimate settings with a man during a tour in the United States. Fans identified the images as sophisticated AI-generated fakes, citing discrepancies such as mismatched hair color.

In response to the escalation of these rumors and the spread of explicit deepfake content, BIGHIT MUSIC issued an official statement. The agency announced it is collecting evidence from domestic and international platforms to pursue firm legal action. BIGHIT MUSIC stated there will be “no settlements or leniency” for those responsible for violating the artist’s rights and reputation.

Entities

HYBE · TXT · SOOBIN · BigHit Music · Weibo

Timeline

1 day ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
BIGHIT MUSIC addresses Soobin deepfake controversy
BIGHIT MUSIC is taking legal action against the spread of malicious deepfake images and false rumors targeting TXT member Soobin, citing a critical violation of the artist's rights.
4 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
TXT member Soobin targeted by suspected AI-generated images
Alleged photos of TXT's Soobin in a hotel have sparked online controversy, though fans claim the images are AI-generated fakes and are calling for HYBE to protect artist privacy.

Sources

afamily.vn · celebrity.okezone.com · kenh14.vn · koreaboo.com