Renowned voice actress Yui Ogura , known
for her prominent roles in series such as “ Hentai Ouji to Warawanai
Neko ”, “ Goblin Slayer ” and “ Arifureta
Shokugyou de Sekai Saikyou ”, has issued an alarming press
release, revealing that she is being a victim. of harassment. In
the statement, Ella Ogura expressed her gratitude for the continued support of
her followers, but she also made an urgent call to stop the harassment she has
been facing.
Ogura's statement highlights the seriousness of the situation, asking individuals to refrain from following her, taking photos without her consent or any other form of intrusion into her private life. Malicious harassment has been confirmed since last year, causing concern and inconvenience to both Ogura and her business collaborators and admirers.
This case highlights the problems that voice actresses
and idols face in Japan, particularly when they become the object of certain
fans' obsession. The “ sasaeng ” phenomenon, as it is
known in Korean entertainment culture, has also spread to Japan, where
obsessive fans can go to extremes to pursue and invade the privacy of their
idols.
According to the statement, harassment can have serious
repercussions on the mental health and safety of those affected, leading to
extreme measures such as canceling events or live performances to protect
artists. Additionally, repeated harassment may result in violators
being banned from future events.
Authorities and talent agencies are cracking down on
harassment, working closely with police to report and take legal action against
confirmed harassers. However, the problem persists, and greater
awareness and respect for artists' privacy and safety is needed on the part of
fans.
In conclusion, Yui Ogura's case highlights the challenges
faced by public figures in the Japanese entertainment industry due to
harassment by obsessive fans, and highlights the need to take firm measures to
protect the integrity and well-being of artists:
- " I
would hire someone who would be taking care of me twenty-four hours a day ."
- « I
don't know much about bullying, but what would be considered a malicious
act of bullying? ».
- « Well,
she is not the great voice actress she thinks she is if her agency does
not do enough to safeguard her safety. Even though she doesn't appear in
many animes, she has a pretty face and I guess that brings her problems ."
- « And
are these types of communications effective against harassers? ».
- « Instead
of harassing her, simply declare your love. Something good could come out
if they are lucky .
- « Why
do they issue these types of statements warning that they have identified
the harassers, instead of reporting them directly to the police? ».
- « Considering
the roles that Yui Ogura plays, then her stalker is a lolicon .»
Source: Yaraon!
