When ‘Sasaeng’ Goes Too Far
On June 11 and again on August 30, Jungkook—global superstar and member of BTS—found strangers trying to enter his private residence. These incidents, involving a Chinese woman in her 30s and a Korean woman in her 40s, both ended with police arrests on the spot. Cameras, door codes—these women weren’t merely lost Echo delivery drivers.
BIGHIT Isn’t Taking This Lightly
In a firm statement released via fan platform Weverse, BIGHIT MUSIC emphasized its zero-tolerance policy toward privacy violations and online harassment. “We are working closely with the authorities to ensure perpetrators are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted,” the label wrote. They’ve filed complaints not only against home intruders but also users spreading malicious content online, both in Korea and internationally.
This isn’t just about physically crossing lines. The agency has also been clamping down on online slander across platforms like NAVER, Daum, The Qoo, and even Instagram and YouTube. According to BIGHIT, some of these digital harassment cases have already resulted in prosecutions as of July.
Fan Boundaries Are Not Optional
Let’s be clear: showing up uninvited to a star’s home is not a quirky fangirl moment—it’s a criminal offense. In Korea, under laws addressing trespassing and stalking, such acts carry real consequences, both legally and emotionally. BIGHIT reminded fans that even lingering around an artist’s home could be grounds for a police report.
“We urge fans to help create a safe and respectful fan culture,” they wrote—urging supporters to value Jungkook and BTS’s privacy as much as their music.
The Bigger Picture
BTS isn’t new to obsessive fan behavior, but these break-ins have sparked renewed concern. As artists push physical and emotional limits for their craft, respecting their off-stage space is the least fans can offer. BIGHIT’s continued legal efforts are just the tip of the iceberg of how agencies are redefining what “fan loyalty” should look like in 2024.
Respect the Idol, Respect the Human
Jungkook once said, “ARMY is our strength.” But strength needs boundaries to thrive. If you’re truly a fan, don’t be the plot twist in your idol’s real-life horror story. Watch the music videos, wave your ARMY Bomb—but maybe let your fave lock their front door in peace.
