Deepfake crimes have been surging a lot and it’s extremely concerning and scary. Even famous celebrities aren’t saved and must face these challenges. Some people create edited videos of them for personal enjoyment or to make money. Many actors have spoken out against this issue, and now well-known K-drama star Kim Seon-ho is also pursuing firm legal steps. Read on to know more about it.
Fantagio To Take Strong Action Against Fake Videos And Protect Actor Kim Seon Ho
On August 19, Kim Seon-ho’s agency, Fantagio, announced strong steps to stop deepfake crimes against the actor. They posted a notice on social media and stated that fake videos and people pretending to be Kim Seon-ho have been appearing online. These tricks often fool people into sending money, which hurts the actor’s good name.
Fantagio said they take this problem very seriously and believe using deepfake technology to spread lies is against the law. They promised to watch closely and take tough action against anyone making or sharing this content.
The agency also warned fans to be careful. They said fans could get tricked too if they don’t watch out for what they see or believe online. Many of his fans felt happy and thanked the agency for acting quickly. But some fans also hope the agency will do the same for other artists, like Cha Eun-woo, who have had similar problems before.
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On the work front, Kim Seon Ho was recently seen in the superhit K-drama When Life Gives You Tangerines. The actor’s sweet and adorable clip went viral across the internet. Fans were left wanting for more and don’t worry, he is all set to serve charm and talent with his next work, Does This Love Get Translated?, where he will star alongside Go Youn-jung. This upcoming drama is set to premiere on Netflix in the fourth quarter of 2025. Are you ready to watch it?
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