Which K-pop stars debuted with another group before joining their current one? The following idols did not make their debut as singers with their current groups. Instead, their first step into the entertainment industry came much earlier. Following up on our first list of idols who debuted before joining their current group, here’s a list of… Continue reading 10 K-Pop Idols Who Debuted Before Joining Their Current Groups Part 2
Tag: JYP Entertainment
EXO’s Suho to Star in Jo Kwon’s Upcoming Music Video
Another JYP x SM collaboration is coming our way! EXO’s Suho is slated to appear appear in Jo Kwon‘s upcoming solo music video. Jo Kwon recently filmed the music video for his title track off of his upcoming solo album. The filming took place on Songdo, and pictures of the production quickly circulated on SNS. Since… Continue reading EXO’s Suho to Star in Jo Kwon’s Upcoming Music Video
Taiwanese Lawyer and MC Press Charges Against JYP For Allegedly Forcing Tzuyu’s Apology
It was recently revealed that various Taiwanese figures, including human rights lawyer Wang Kefu (王可富) and famous MC Hu Zhongxin (胡忠信), are accusing JYP Entertainment — which houses TWICE — of coercion, forcing Tzuyu to apologize. According to reports by local media on January 19, charges were pressed at a Taipei police office on January 18. The… Continue reading Taiwanese Lawyer and MC Press Charges Against JYP For Allegedly Forcing Tzuyu’s Apology
JYP Explains the Circumstances Behind Tzuyu’s Apology
JYP Entertainment releases an official statement today, explaining TWICE member Tzuyu‘s video statement. This seems to be in response to the recent DDos attack on its website and to accusations that the agency forced Tzuyu to apologize. The agency explains that because Tzuyu is a minor, they waited until her parents arrived in Korea and discussed… Continue reading JYP Explains the Circumstances Behind Tzuyu’s Apology
JYP Confirms TWICE’s Tzuyu’s Participation in Idol Athletic Championships, Denies It Received Offer to Buy Out Tzuyu’s Contract
JYP Entertainment reassures fans of TWICE‘s Tzuyu that the girl group member will be moving forward with her Korean activities as scheduled. Specifically Tzuyu will be participating in the recording for the 2016 Idol Star Athletic Championships. JYP reveals, “She is currently rehearsing.” The agency also denies rumors that a Taiwanese magazine publishing company, Jusky,… Continue reading JYP Confirms TWICE’s Tzuyu’s Participation in Idol Athletic Championships, Denies It Received Offer to Buy Out Tzuyu’s Contract
JYP Entertainment Website Down Following Cyber Attack
The official website of JYP Entertainment has been brought down in a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. The site has been offline since approximately 5 p.m. on January 16 (KST). This attack appears to be closely related to the escalating nationality controversy surrounding TWICE’s Tzuyu. According to a representative of JYP, their homepage had gone online and offline intermittently even before Tzuyu’s apology video. The… Continue reading JYP Entertainment Website Down Following Cyber Attack
2PM Cancels Chinese Schedules Following Tzuyu’s Continuing Controversy
JYP Entertainment’s issues appear to be far from over as 2PM’s scheduled appearances in China have been canceled. According to a Chinese industry representative, 2PM’s schedules in China were canceled abruptly. The precise nature of their schedules were not revealed, but it is likely that the cancellation was a result of the continuing controversy over TWICE’s… Continue reading 2PM Cancels Chinese Schedules Following Tzuyu’s Continuing Controversy
Park Jin Young Apologizes for Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
Along with the release of a video of TWICE member Tzuyu’s apology over her nationality controversy, Park Jin Young has apologized as well. His apology was posted on JYP Entertainment’s official homepage: “First of all, I would like to sincerely apologize to Chinese fans who were hurt. I am most regretful and sorry about our staff… Continue reading Park Jin Young Apologizes for Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
TWICE’s Tzuyu Personally Apologizes for Nationality Controversy
Tzuyu of JYP Entertainment‘s girl group TWICE has made a video to apologize for the ongoing controversy surrounding her nationality. The video of her official apology was shared by JYP Entertainment on January 15. This comes just hours after it was revealed that 2PM member Nichkhun’s appearance at a Chinese event had been canceled, along with other… Continue reading TWICE’s Tzuyu Personally Apologizes for Nationality Controversy
2PM’s Nichkhun Cancels Chinese Event Appearance in Light of Controversy Surrounding Tzuyu
2PM‘s Nichkhun has canceled one of his scheduled appearances at a Chinese event due to the ongoing nationality controversy surrounding TWICE‘s Tzuyu. The idol was scheduled to attend a cultural event in Wuhan, China on January 15, but according to his agency JYP Entertainment, his appearance was canceled after coming to a mutual agreement with the local representatives. The… Continue reading 2PM’s Nichkhun Cancels Chinese Event Appearance in Light of Controversy Surrounding Tzuyu