AI-generated images used to fabricate rumors about South Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung
A person claiming to be German used AI-generated images to create false allegations of intimate communications with South Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung and posted them online in October 2025. The person later admitted the content was fabricated, stating it began as a joke but the use of AI images led them to believe their own false claims. The actor's agency announced legal action against the perpetrator.
What happened
A person claiming to be German posted fabricated messages and AI-generated images on a blog on October 20, 2025, claiming to expose alleged private communications with South Korean actor Lee Yi-kyung, including sexually explicit content.
The person later stated that they used AI-generated images to create the false narrative and initially presented the posts as genuine. The person said they used AI images while composing increasingly detailed accusations, admitting the content began as a joke but gradually made them believe their own claims.
Reported impact
Sangyoung Entertainment, Lee Yi-kyung's agency, stated the actor suffered harm from the spread of false allegations and malicious rumors.
The agency announced preparation of legal measures to address the damage from false statements and rumors.
Index analysis
The incident involved the use of AI-generated images to fabricate sexually explicit allegations against a named public figure, with the fabricated content spreading through online communities and social networks.
The person claimed they had previously attempted to extort money from the actor's agency five months earlier using the same allegations, then posted similar false content in October 2025.
Governance controls
The actor's agency responded to the false allegations by warning of legal action and indicating they would measure and pursue all available remedies including direct and indirect damages.
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