Actor Park Gyu-young targeted by deepfake content, agency vows stern action

Actor Park Gyu-young's agency said it will take firm action against deepfake content creaters. Courtesy of Saram Entertainment

Actor Park Gyu-young's agency said it will take strong action against the production and distribution of deepfake content involving her.

Saram Entertainment issued a statement on its social media Tuesday saying, "There have been recent cases of illegally producing and distributing deepfake (AI-based synthetic videos) content targeting actress Park Gyu-young. Our company will respond to this matter with utmost seriousness."

The agency said it will continuously monitor the situation and collect relevant evidence. "We will continue to take a firm stance against any illegal activities related to our actors. We deeply appreciate the proactive reports and concerns from our fans."

The entertainment industry has been grappling with the rise of deepfake content.

(G)I-DLE's agency, Cube Entertainment, also said recently, "We will take strong legal action with no leniency against those who create and distribute deepfake content."

Similarly, JYP Entertainment, through TWICE's official fan community, announced, "We are taking strong legal action with no leniency."

Park is known for her roles in dramas such as "Sweet Home," "Dali and Cocky Prince," "Celebrity" and "A Good Day to Be a Dog."

She is also set to appear in the second season of "Squid Game," scheduled for release this December.

Park Gyu-young in Netflix's series "Celebrity" / Courtesy of Netflix

This article from the Hankook Ilbo, a sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.