BTS Leaked Music and Stalking Perpetrators Face Criminal Penalties as BigHit Takes Legal Action

BTS, the globally acclaimed South Korean band, finds themselves in the spotlight once again, but this time it’s not for their music or military service updates. Unreleased music leaks and stalking incidents led BTS agency BigHit Music to take swift legal action, resulting in ‘criminal penalties’ for the offenders.

BigHit Music revealed that individuals who ‘repeatedly visited artists’ residence’ have been reported to the police, prompting an ongoing investigation. Additionally, the person responsible for ‘impersonating a BTS member and leaking unreleased music’ has been apprehended. The agency, in a statement, outlined their commitment to tackling various malicious activities against BTS, including defamation, personal attacks, and the spread of false information.

This development comes after BTS made headlines for their military training salaries, a topic closely followed by their dedicated fanbase. As the members undergo military service, the revelation of their salaries in a hierarchical military structure has sparked curiosity among fans. Notably, Suga, positioned as a Private, earns a monthly salary of ₩680,000 KRW (approximately $527 USD), while Jin, holding the rank of Sergeant, is the highest earner with ₩1.00 million KRW (approximately $775 USD) per month. J-Hope, a Corporal, receives ₩800,000 KRW (about $620 USD), and V is expected to see a significant salary increase due to his assignment to the elite Special Duty Team following training.

While fans eagerly await updates from BTS, the recent legal actions against those compromising the band’s privacy and leaking music underscore the agency’s commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of the artists.