In an interview that took place before their comeback with “SPINNING TOP: BETWEEN SECURITY & INSECURITY,” GOT7 shared their thoughts on the group’s future. In particular, they were asked about the “7-year jinx,” which refers to the fact that most idol groups disband at the end of their seven-year contracts. GOT7 debuted in 2014, meaning that contract renegotiations will… Continue reading GOT7 Shares Why They’re Not Afraid Of The “7-Year Jinx”
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Chosun Ilbo Responds To Ministry Of Justice’s Conclusion That They Influenced Jang Ja Yeon Investigation
On May 20, Chosun Ilbo, a major South Korean newspaper, released an official statement about the conclusions reached by the Ministry of Justice’s Committee of Past Affairs. Earlier on the same day, the Committee of Past Affairs made their decision on whether to continue reinvestigating the late Jang Ja Yeon’s sexual abuse case. As part of… Continue reading Chosun Ilbo Responds To Ministry Of Justice’s Conclusion That They Influenced Jang Ja Yeon Investigation
Ministry Of Justice Makes Decision On Whether To Recommend Jang Ja Yeon’s Case For Further Reinvestigation
On May 20, the Ministry of Justice’s Committee of Past Affairs made their decision as to whether the Jang Ja Yeon case would be recommended for further investigation. The committee held their final meeting at the Gwacheon Government Complex at 2 p.m. KST that day before revealing the results. Their decision whether to recommend the case for… Continue reading Ministry Of Justice Makes Decision On Whether To Recommend Jang Ja Yeon’s Case For Further Reinvestigation
Kim Na Young To Make Her First Variety Show Appearance Following Divorce
Kim Na Young is returning to making variety show appearances after her hiatus! On May 20, a source from Olive revealed, “Recently, Kim Na Young finished filming for ‘Shopping Basket Savior — Jang Bo Go’ (literal title).” She appeared as a guest in the broadcast, which is expected to air sometime in June. In November 2018, Kim… Continue reading Kim Na Young To Make Her First Variety Show Appearance Following Divorce
Singer Kim Gun Mo’s Father Passes Away
Kim Gun Mo’s father has passed away. According to several sources in the industry, Kim Gun Mo’s father passed away on May 19 at the age of 79 after battling a chronic illness. His mortuary was set up at a funeral home at St. Mary’s Hospital in Gangnam. The funeral procession will take place on… Continue reading Singer Kim Gun Mo’s Father Passes Away
LIPBUBBLE Announces Disbandment After 2 Years
Girl group LIPBUBBLE has disbanded. On May 20, the group’s agency shared the following statement through their official fan cafe: Hello. This is Zenith Media Contents. We sincerely thank the LIPBUBBLE fans, Cooing, who have shown interest and generous love to LIPBUBBLE until now. We, Zenith Media Contents, promised to be together with the LIPBUBBLE… Continue reading LIPBUBBLE Announces Disbandment After 2 Years
GOT7 Speaks Honestly About Receiving More Attention Abroad, Addressing Anxiety In Upcoming Album, And More
GOT7 has shared their honest opinions on receiving more praise abroad than they do in Korea. On May 20, the members of GOT7 sat down for an interview to talk about their upcoming album “Spinning Top” and its title track “Eclipse.” JB said, “After focusing on individual activities, [the members] gathered together for the first time… Continue reading GOT7 Speaks Honestly About Receiving More Attention Abroad, Addressing Anxiety In Upcoming Album, And More
Comedienne Hong Hyun Hee’s Father Passes Away
Comedienne Hong Hyun Hee’s father has passed away. According to a source from the comedienne’s agency on May 20, Hong Hyun Hee’s father passed away on May 19. Her father’s mortuary was set up at a funeral home at Asan Medical Center in Seoul. The funeral procession will take place on May 22. After making… Continue reading Comedienne Hong Hyun Hee’s Father Passes Away
GOT7 Shares Thoughts On Their Songs Being Covered On “Produce X 101”
On May 20, GOT7 held press interviews ahead of the release of their new album. The members were asked about “Produce X 101” trainees covering “Girls Girls Girls” and “Lullaby” on the survival program. Youngjae shared, “Mark showed me ‘Produce X 101,’ and I was very thankful that they know us and are singing our… Continue reading GOT7 Shares Thoughts On Their Songs Being Covered On “Produce X 101”
Lee Dong Wook Reveals What He Gained By Hosting “Produce X 101”
Lee Dong Wook has shared his thoughts on working as the host of Mnet’s latest survival program “Produce X 101” in the recent pictorial and interview with fashion magazine Marie Claire! The actor showed off his natural glow in the pictorial by posing with barely any makeup on and wet hair as if he had… Continue reading Lee Dong Wook Reveals What He Gained By Hosting “Produce X 101”