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
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Actor Lee Sung Min Praises “Misaeng” Co-Star Im Siwan
Veteran actor Lee Sung Min recently had nothing but praise for ZE:A’s idol-turned-actor Im Siwan. Lee Sung Min and co-star Lee Hee Joon recently appeared on the SBS Power FM radio show “Cultwo Show” to promote their latest film, “Robot, Sori.” On the show he was asked about Im Siwan, who was his co-star in the… Continue reading Actor Lee Sung Min Praises “Misaeng” Co-Star Im Siwan
Song Joong Ki Reassures Fans He’s Fine After Wrapping Up Drama
Actor Song Joong Ki recently wrapped up filming on his upcoming KBS 2TV drama “Descendants of the Sun” and took to his personal fancafe to reassure fans and update them on his status. On January 16, he wrote, “Hello, everyone. It’s Joong Ki. It’s been a long time. I wrapped up my drama and for… Continue reading Song Joong Ki Reassures Fans He’s Fine After Wrapping Up Drama
miss A’s Suzy Holds the Purse Strings in Beanpole Pictorial
miss A’s Suzy recently took part in a photo shoot for Beanpole Accessory, embracing a wide variety of styles from the “office look” to the “first date.” Surrounded by a clean, minimalist interior, Suzy showcases her slim figure and doll-like visuals in stylish blouses and bold skirts. In all the pictures, she is photographed with a… Continue reading miss A’s Suzy Holds the Purse Strings in Beanpole Pictorial
Block B’s Zico to Release First Ballad Song Since Debut
Block B leader and successful solo hip-hop artist Zico will be making his comeback with a ballad track! On January 14, an industry representative reported that Zico would be releasing a ballad song near the end of January. However, he will not be making any broadcast appearances to promote his single. Zico has been acknowledged… Continue reading Block B’s Zico to Release First Ballad Song Since Debut
TWICE Videos Removed From Chinese Platforms Following Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
A major Chinese video platform has reportedly removed all videos related to JYP Entertainment girl group TWICE following the controversy over member Tzuyu’s Taiwanese nationality. JYPE has also suspended the group’s activities in China in light of the issue. On January 14, a representative of the platform said, “We plan to suspend all videos in which… Continue reading TWICE Videos Removed From Chinese Platforms Following Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
EXO’s Chanyeol Spams Kai to Be First to Wish Him “Happy Birthday”
Days after EXO’s Chanyeol uploaded his “Happy Birthday” conversation with member D.O, he uploaded a similar conversation with Kai, who turned 22 (international age) on January 14. 쯔아아아아아아식 형이 하트도붙이고 1등으로 축하해줬다고 부끄러웠구나? 너의 그런 소녀같은 아름다운 마음 형은 다 이해한단다 쯔아아아아아식 하하하하하 생일축하해종인아❤ A photo posted by EXO_CY (@real__pcy) on Jan 13, 2016 at… Continue reading EXO’s Chanyeol Spams Kai to Be First to Wish Him “Happy Birthday”
iKON Takes Oricon Charts by Storm With Japanese Debut
YG Entertainment’s latest group, iKON, proved their “monster rookie” status yet again by taking No. 1 on the Oricon Charts in Japan at the same time as their debut. On January 13, iKON released their debut Japanese album, “Welcome Back.” The album sold 53,000 copies on its release and has quickly risen to the top of… Continue reading iKON Takes Oricon Charts by Storm With Japanese Debut
Melody Day’s Yoo Min Gets Asked About Uncle Jang Dong Gun on “Star Gram”
Melody Day’s Yoo Min, who was revealed to be the niece of famous actor Jang Dong Gun, will be making an appearance on the SBS Plus beauty program “Star Gram.” On “Star Gram,” beauty experts face off in a makeup competition. Viewers can enjoy the thrill of the contest and pick up beauty tips at… Continue reading Melody Day’s Yoo Min Gets Asked About Uncle Jang Dong Gun on “Star Gram”
Slate Columnist Links Korean Skincare Regimen to “Radical Feminist Self-Care”
Recently, U.S.-based online magazine Slate published an editorial column about the famous 10-step K-beauty skincare routine and its growing movement in North America. The author opens the article with a personal anecdote in which her Korean-American friend, a university professor, sends her sheet masks for the first time. Unlike most U.S. products, the Korean skincare… Continue reading Slate Columnist Links Korean Skincare Regimen to “Radical Feminist Self-Care”