How do idols break onto the K-pop scene? For some, it’s a straightforward process of auditioning for an agency, training, and making a debut. But many K-pop idols owe their career starts to more serendipitous events, from encounters with agency scouts to risky career-change decisions. The casting process for these stars can be riddled with surprises that make for some… Continue reading From Amazing To Absurd: 14 Funny And Surprising Ways Idols Were Cast
Tag: Wooyoung
2PM’s Wooyoung Shares His Life Goal And Most Difficult Moment Of His Career
2PM’s Wooyoung spoke about his life and career on the latest episode of MBC’s “Song One,” which was recorded in July as his final broadcast appearance before enlisting in the military. On the September 30 episode, Wooyoung spoke about 2PM, saying, “These days, I especially miss my members, who were by my side during my busy twenties. After… Continue reading 2PM’s Wooyoung Shares His Life Goal And Most Difficult Moment Of His Career
2PM’s Chansung And Junho Reunite With Wooyoung In The Military
2PM’s Chansung and Junho reunited with fellow member Wooyoung! On August 14, a photo was posted of Chansung, Junho, and Wooyoug on 2PM’s official Instagram. The two members reunited with Wooyoung after attending his military training completion ceremony. The caption said, “The young boys were with Wooyoung boy today! Junho said that he finished practice late at… Continue reading 2PM’s Chansung And Junho Reunite With Wooyoung In The Military
2PM’s Wooyoung Enlists In The Military
Wooyoung is the next 2PM member off to the military! On July 9 at 2 p.m. KST, he entered the recruit training center of the 21st Infantry Division. He was sent off by his family and members. As he wished to enlist quietly, his enlistment location and time were not revealed beforehand. Wooyoung is the… Continue reading 2PM’s Wooyoung Enlists In The Military
2PM’s Wooyoung Announces Military Enlistment Date
2PM’s Wooyoung will be enlisting next month. On June 29, industry sources stated that the idol would be enlisting on July 9, and will be carrying out his service as an active duty soldier. A source from JYP Entertainment confirmed, “The enlistment date is correct, but we will not be revealing the location and time as… Continue reading 2PM’s Wooyoung Announces Military Enlistment Date
JYP Clarifies That 2PM’s Wooyoung’s Enlistment Date Has Not Been Set
JYP Entertainment has released an official statement regarding 2PM member Wooyoung’s upcoming military enlistment. At a fan signing event on June 16, Wooyoung brought up the subject of his mandatory military service. He told fans, “This event may be my last promotional activity before enlisting,” adding, “Although it’s sad and we will miss each other,… Continue reading JYP Clarifies That 2PM’s Wooyoung’s Enlistment Date Has Not Been Set
Stars Who Are Likely To Enlist In The Military This Year
We’re already halfway into 2018. Unfortunately, this means fans will need to prepare their hearts as more stars leave for mandatory military service. Since males need to enlist before they turn 30, celebs nearing this age have to go off to the army in the near future. Here are some stars who might be enlisting… Continue reading Stars Who Are Likely To Enlist In The Military This Year
Update: JYP Labelmates And Other Celebrities Also Show Support At TWICE’s Concert
Updated May 21 KST: Various other celebrities showed their support at TWICE’s concert! Song Eun Yi and Kim Shin Young, who recently also promoted as the group Celeb Five, attended on May 18. Song Eun Yi shared through the caption, “TWICE’s concert was so so fun and so so great.” View this post on Instagram… Continue reading Update: JYP Labelmates And Other Celebrities Also Show Support At TWICE’s Concert
Watch: TWICE Takes 2nd Win For “What Is Love?” On “M!Countdown,” Performances From KCON 2018 Japan
KCON 2018 Japan featured an amazing lineup of popular K-pop artists, and you can now check out their performances! The annual convention was held from April 13 to 15 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, and the performances aired on April 19 on Mnet’s “M!Countdown.” While the episode was focused on the performances from KCON 2018… Continue reading Watch: TWICE Takes 2nd Win For “What Is Love?” On “M!Countdown,” Performances From KCON 2018 Japan
Idols Shine On the Red Carpet At KCON 2018 Japan Day 2
KCON 2018 Japan continued with another star-studded lineup for its second day! On April 14, an impressive roster of idols arrived to perform on Day 2 of KCON 2018 Japan, which is currently being held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. The artists performing at the second concert included SEVENTEEN, GFRIEND, Stray Kids, 2PM’s Wooyoung,… Continue reading Idols Shine On the Red Carpet At KCON 2018 Japan Day 2