{
  "id": 7931772,
  "title": "Wendy, fromis_9 agency warn of legal action over privacy violations",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/wendy-fromis-9-agency-warn-of-legal-action-over-privacy-violations",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T02:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260917/wendy-fromis9-agency-warn-of-legal-action-over-privacy-violations"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wendy, formerly a member of Red Velvet and now representing fromis_9 under agency ASND, has issued an alert regarding potential legal action against those who violate the artists' privacy rights. In a recent post on their social media, the agency expressed concern over multiple instances of privacy breaches and threats to the safety of Wendy and fromis_9 members.\n\nThe agency has urged fans to avoid approaching the artists, refrain from driving vehicles too closely when delivering letters or gifts, and stop blocking the roads to prevent accidents. Additionally, they requested fans to respect the artists' personal spaces, refrain from unlawfully acquiring their personal details, and refrain from lingering around the agency's offices.\n\nThe agency warned that legal consequences may follow any misuse of the artists' personal information, privacy invasion, repeated loitering around company premises, or unauthorized entry. Wendy debuted as Red Velvet's main vocalist in 2014 but left SM Entertainment in 2025 after a 11-year tenure. Despite leaving her previous group, she announced her intention to continue her activities with Red Velvet. Wendy joined ASND in April 2025. Fromis_9's specific details are not included in the source material.",
  "summary": "ASND, the agency representing Red Velvet’s Wendy and girl group fromis_9, warned of possible legal action over repeated invasions of privacy and threats to the artists’ safety. In a notice posted on its social media accounts Tuesday, the agency said Wendy and fromis_9 had faced repeated incidents. It urged fans to refrain from approaching the artists, bringing vehicles too close when delivering…",
  "key_points": [
    "Wendy, former Red Velvet member, warns of legal action over privacy violations.",
    "ASND agency concerned about multiple privacy breaches and safety threats.",
    "Fans asked to respect artists' personal space and avoid unauthorized entry."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The agency's warning signals a stricter approach to protecting Wendy and fromis9's personal space and data, indicating a shift towards prioritizing their safety and security over fan access.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Wendy, fromis_9 agency warn of legal action over privacy violations",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/wendy-fromis-9-agency-warn-of-legal-action-over-privacy-violations-7933896",
        "published": "2026-09-17T03:02:04.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}