BJ Gwajeubseyeon Wins Partial Victory Against YouTuber Ppeokga in Defamation Lawsuit

Internet personality BJ Gwajeubseyeon has won a partial victory in a defamation lawsuit filed against YouTuber Ppeokga.

The Seoul Central District Court, presiding judge Im Bok-gyu, ruled on the 21st that Ppeokga must pay Gwajeubseyeon 10 million KRW plus default interest.

Ppeokga had previously raised allegations on his YouTube channel that Gwajeubseyeon engaged in sexual relations for financial compensation and had gambled in Las Vegas.

Gwajeubseyeon subsequently filed a lawsuit seeking 1 billion KRW in damages, claiming that Ppeokga's false statements damaged her reputation and caused her significant mental distress.

During the legal proceedings, Gwajeubseyeon's legal team secured Ppeokga's identity through the U.S. federal court's discovery process. It was also reported that Ppeokga attempted to pressure Gwajeubseyeon's legal representatives with a warning email. Ppeokga's request to halt the lawsuit proceedings was dismissed by the court.

Korean netizens reacted strongly to the news, with comments like 'Ppeokga is finally facing consequences' and 'More compensation is needed for the damages.' Many expressed support for BJ Gwajeubseyeon and criticized YouTuber Ppeokga for spreading false information.