Up until now, the sasaengs were considered a necessary evil. ThatŌĆÖs why agencies, including SM Entertainment, have maintained a neutral attitude towards their over-the-line behaviors. SM artists, such as TVXQ, GirlsŌĆÖ Generation, SHINee, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT, and more, have been constantly targeted by the sasaeng fans. But as of today, SM Entertainment will no longer tolerate ŌĆ£sasaengsŌĆØ that endanger artists and invade their private lives. From now on, the company will seek strict legal action against those who commit acts that are considered ŌĆ£sasaeng behaviors.ŌĆØ Below is the full statement. ┬Ā Source (1, 2)
