SHINee’s Key has released a statement in response to recent allegations and will be stepping down from all programs. Previously, comedian Park Na Rae was swept up in allegations of receiving illegal medical services such as proxy prescriptions and an IV drip categorized as prescription drugs from an “injection auntie” (hereafter referred to Ms. Lee).… Continue reading SHINee’s Key And SM Release Statements Regarding Recent Allegations + Key Steps Down From Programs
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Watch: Park Na Rae Personally Addresses Recent Issues In Video Message
Comedian Park Na Rae has issued a video statement amid ongoing allegations of abusing power toward her ex-managers and of illegal medical procedures. On the morning of December 16, Park Na Rae released a video statement via the YouTube channel “Baek Eun Young’s Golden Time.” Read the full translation of her statement below: Hello, this… Continue reading Watch: Park Na Rae Personally Addresses Recent Issues In Video Message
Park Na Rae’s Programs “Home Alone,” “Where Is My Home,” And “Amazing Saturday” Release Statements Regarding Her Departure
Park Na Rae has stepped down from her variety shows. Last week, it was revealed that two of Park Na Rae’s former managers filed criminal charges against Park Na Rae for workplace harassment, aggravated assault, proxy prescriptions, and unpaid production expenses. Park Na Rae’s agency denied all charges and filed a countersuit against the former managers. Park… Continue reading Park Na Rae’s Programs “Home Alone,” “Where Is My Home,” And “Amazing Saturday” Release Statements Regarding Her Departure
Park Na Rae’s Agency Denies Recent Allegations + Files Countersuit Against Former Managers
Park Na Rae’s agency has responded to various allegations that have risen following charges filed by her former managers. Previously, Park Na Rae’s former managers (hereafter referred to as “A” and “B”) filed criminal charges against Park Na Rae for workplace harassment, aggravated assault, proxy prescriptions, and unpaid production expenses. They additionally reported her of… Continue reading Park Na Rae’s Agency Denies Recent Allegations + Files Countersuit Against Former Managers
Cho Jin Woong Announces Retirement
Cho Jin Woong has announced his retirement from the industry. Previously on December 5, Dispatch reported that Cho Jin Woong was involved in severe crimes including vehicle theft and sexual assault when he was in high school and was sent to a youth detention center as a result. It was additionally reported that he was… Continue reading Cho Jin Woong Announces Retirement
Cho Jin Woong’s Agency Releases Official Statement Regarding Reported Past Crimes
Cho Jin Woong’s agency has released an official statement in response to reports about his past. On December 5, Dispatch reported that Cho Jin Woong was involved in severe crimes including vehicle theft and sexual assault when he was in high school and was sent to a youth detention center as a result. It was… Continue reading Cho Jin Woong’s Agency Releases Official Statement Regarding Reported Past Crimes
2025 MAMA AWARDS Releases Official Statement Regarding Ceremony Following Hong Kong Fire
A decision has been made regarding the 2025 MAMA AWARDS. On November 26, a massive fire spread through an apartment complex in Hong Kong, killing at least 50 people and hundreds of people still missing as of November 27. Following conflicting reports on what measures will be taken for the 2025 MAMA AWARDS, scheduled to… Continue reading 2025 MAMA AWARDS Releases Official Statement Regarding Ceremony Following Hong Kong Fire
Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite K-Drama Of All Time?
For this edition of Soompi & Viki Staff talk, some of our staff members dish on the ultimate question: What is your favorite K-drama of all time? Here are the responses to the big question: Yeon: “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” This is such a difficult question as someone who has watched hundreds of K-dramas… Continue reading Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite K-Drama Of All Time?
6 FANTASY BOYS Members Reportedly File To Suspend Contracts With PocketDol Studio
Members of FANTASY BOYS have filed lawsuits against their agency PocketDol Studio. On November 19, THE FACT reported that FANTASY BOYS’ Kang Minseo, Lee Hanbin, Hikaru, Hong Sungmin, Kim Gyurae, and Kaedan recently filed lawsuits against PocketDol Studio seeking confirmation of the non-existence of their exclusive contracts and injunctions to suspend their validity. The reasons… Continue reading 6 FANTASY BOYS Members Reportedly File To Suspend Contracts With PocketDol Studio
Guide To 2025 Year-End Shows And Upcoming Awards Shows: Schedules, Lineups, Nominees, And More
As the year is winding down to a close, it is now the season for Korean year-end shows and awards shows! Here’s a breakdown of what has been revealed so far about the upcoming shows. Updated December 15 KST 2025 Korea Grand Music Awards ARTIST DAY: November 14, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. KST – INSPIRE… Continue reading Guide To 2025 Year-End Shows And Upcoming Awards Shows: Schedules, Lineups, Nominees, And More