YG Entertainment has responded to requests for feedback from WINNER fans. A truck with an LED screen presenting fans’ requests was recently sent to YG Entertainment headquarters and other locations in Seoul. https://twitter.com/20131025com/status/1222702661117476865 The fans requested active use of WINNER’s YouTube channel, a full group comeback and active television promotions before military enlistment, an announcement… Continue reading YG Shares Update On WINNER’s Activities In Response To Fans’ Request For Feedback
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YG Entertainment Explains B.I’s Participation In iKON’s Upcoming Album
iKON’s upcoming album will include songs that B.I participated in prior to his departure from the group. On January 29, YG Entertainment released the following statement: Hello. This is YG Entertainment. This is an explanation regarding iKON’s new 2020 mini album “i DECIDE.” iKON’s new mini album that will be revealed on February 6 includes… Continue reading YG Entertainment Explains B.I’s Participation In iKON’s Upcoming Album
Kang Dong Won, Cha Seung Won, Lee Sung Kyung, Son Ho Jun Revealed To Have Renewed Contracts With YG
It was belatedly revealed that several of YG Entertainment’s top actors had renewed their contracts with the agency. On January 10, a source from YG stated, “Kang Dong Won, Cha Seung Won, and Son Ho Jun renewed their contracts last year.” Later, YG also confirmed that model-turned-actress Lee Sung Kyung had also renewed her contract last… Continue reading Kang Dong Won, Cha Seung Won, Lee Sung Kyung, Son Ho Jun Revealed To Have Renewed Contracts With YG
BLACKPINK Fans Express Demands About The Group’s Activities In Front Of YG Headquarters + YG Releases Statement
YG Entertainment has responded to fans’ protests regarding BLACKPINK’s activities. On December 16, BLACKPINK’s fans expressed their demands to YG by having a truck with a billboard run around the YG headquarters in Mapo District, Seoul. An electronic billboard on the truck showed a video detailing the specific requests of the fans. Some of the requests include having two comebacks a year,… Continue reading BLACKPINK Fans Express Demands About The Group’s Activities In Front Of YG Headquarters + YG Releases Statement
3 YG Entertainment PDs Reportedly Leaving Company
A few PDs (producing directors) from YG Entertainment are reportedly moving to different companies. Back in 2017, PDs Cho Suh Yoon, Je Young Jae, and Kim Min Jong moved from MBC to YG Entertainment. Cho Suh Yoon served as the Executive Managing Director of the Contents Production 2 team at YG, while Je Young Jae… Continue reading 3 YG Entertainment PDs Reportedly Leaving Company
Kim Sae Ron Leaves YG Entertainment
Kim Sae Ron has parted ways with YG Entertainment. On November 19, an industry representative reported, “Kim Sae Ron’s exclusive contract of three years with YG Entertainment expired this month. She decided to not renew.” In response to the reports, YG Entertainment confirmed, “We came to the mutual agreement to not renew our contract with… Continue reading Kim Sae Ron Leaves YG Entertainment
Update: CL Confirmed To Leave YG Entertainment
Updated November 8 KST: CL has parted ways with YG Entertainment. The agency released the following statement on November 8: Hello. This is YG Entertainment. Respecting each other’s opinions, we came to an agreement with CL to end her exclusive contract. We express deep gratitude to the fans who have shown for CL, who shined… Continue reading Update: CL Confirmed To Leave YG Entertainment
Hana Financial Investment Researcher Releases Analysis Of YG’s Financial Status
On October 23, Hana Financial Investment Co., Ltd released their analysis of the state of YG Entertainment’s finances. Earlier this year, YG’s founder, Yang Hyun Suk, stepped down from his position at the company after a series of scandals. His brother, the CEO, also resigned. After his resignation, Yang Hyun Suk became the subject of… Continue reading Hana Financial Investment Researcher Releases Analysis Of YG’s Financial Status
YG Entertainment To Pay LVMH Over 64 Billion Won Following Investment Maturity
On October 10, YG Entertainment officially announced that the company will be returning 64.7 billion won (approximately $54.1 million) to Great World Music Investment. Great Music World Investment is a subsidiary of LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton SE (hereafter LVMH). In October 2014, LVMH invested money in redeemable convertible preference shares (RCPS) of YG… Continue reading YG Entertainment To Pay LVMH Over 64 Billion Won Following Investment Maturity
YG’s Hip Hop Show With Song Mino, Zion.T, And More As Mentors Reportedly Wraps Up Filming; Broadcast Delayed
According to Sports Dong-A, YG’s new hip hop show has finished up filming. A report by the outlet on October 2 states that YG’s hip hop program “My Major Is Hip Hop” (literal title) has wrapped on filming. However, it’s reported that the show has been postponed for the time being after discussions about scheduling with the broadcasting company.… Continue reading YG’s Hip Hop Show With Song Mino, Zion.T, And More As Mentors Reportedly Wraps Up Filming; Broadcast Delayed