Company Soosoo, home to EXO's D.O., follows HYGE and YG Entertainment in legal action against online trolls

EXO's D.O., now with Company Soosoo, is taking a stand against online trolls and haters, following the footsteps of K-pop giants like HYBE and YG Entertainment. On November 6, 2023, Company Soosoo announced via their official social media that they will be actively pursuing legal actions against those who spread false information, engage in slander, and post harmful comments on social media, all in an effort to protect their artists' reputations. 

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Fans were encouraged to report malicious content, and the agency emphasized its commitment to safeguarding its artists' rights by addressing false information, rumours, and any illegal activities.

HYBE, the record label representing the biggest boy band in the world, BTS, has taken a firm stance against internet trolls. In 2021, HYBE stated its intent to file police complaints against individuals responsible for making "socially unacceptable comments" about their artists, with a commitment to pursue legal actions without settlements or leniency. They even invited their dedicated fandom, ARMY, to report any malicious online content they come across.

Similarly, YG Entertainment, known for artists like BLACKPINK and TREASURE, declared its own war on online trolls. The company publicly revealed that it had filed complaints against those who had "infringed on YG singers' rights and interests," showing a resolute stance against online harassment.

About D.O new agency:

In an announcement made on October 18, 2023, SM Entertainment confirmed that Do Kyungsoo also called by his stage name D.O. would be departing from the agency to join a new venture established by a former SM manager. 

It was clarified by SM Entertainment that D.O. would maintain his EXO commitments with SM while concurrently pursuing acting and solo endeavours through Company Soosoo.