Singer and actress IU recently won a lawsuit against a person who falsely accused her of plagiarism. But even though the court ruled in her favor, getting compensation from the perpetrator has turned out to be a huge challenge. Here's everything we know about why IU's legal fight isn't over yet.

On December 18, the Seoul Central District Court's Civil Division 29 ruled that IU should receive about 30 million KRW in damages after suing "A" for false claims of copyright infringement. This decision came after "A" accused IU of plagiarizing six songs, including Good Day, Pink Shoes, and BBI BBI. However, the accusations were dismissed as groundless by the police in August 2023, and IU filed her own lawsuit the following month.

But there’s a major issue — "A" is nowhere to be found. Reports reveal that "A" is likely living in the U.S. and has ignored every legal notice so far. They didn’t show up for the court hearings or even hire a lawyer to represent them. Because of this, the court made its ruling based only on IU's side of the case.

IU's legal team has tried everything to locate "A" so they can enforce the court’s decision. The team even asked the court to make a public announcement about the case, which allows them to proceed without directly notifying the defendant. However, this process hasn't helped track down "A," leaving IU's hard-earned legal win in limbo.

A legal expert explained to Star News: “While the court acknowledged IU's right to damages, enforcement procedures are now necessary. If the defendant refuses to pay, IU's team will need to take further steps, like seizing assets or auctioning them off.”

This case isn’t the first time IU has faced malicious actions. In the past, her agency, EDAM Entertainment, revealed that they had taken legal action against 180 individuals for spreading false claims, defamation, and even distributing AI-generated deepfake materials. So far, several of these cases have resulted in fines or court-mandated education programs, but not all perpetrators have been brought to justice.

While IU has shown incredible strength in taking a stand against these harmful acts, it seems the road to true justice is still full of obstacles. Fans are now left wondering: Will IU ever get the compensation she deserves?

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Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.

In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.

At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.

Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."

For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.

The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".

However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.

She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.

Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.

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