Veteran singer Kim Jang Hoon has criticized the way a Japanese magazine has been dealing with BTS’s recent controversies. Previously, BTS’s appearance on a Japanese music program was postponed, due to Jimin wearing a t-shirt with a graphic of an atomic bomb detonating in Japan. The group was also swept up in another controversy when… Continue reading Singer Kim Jang Hoon Speaks Up About BTS And Japanese Controversies
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TWICE To Appear On Famous Japanese Year-End Show 2 Years In A Row
TWICE will appear on Japan’s historic New Year’s Eve music show Kōhaku Uta Gassen, which literally translates to Red and White Song Battle. On November 14, NHK revealed the lineup for its 69th annual music festival on its website. According to the list, TWICE is the only K-pop group to appear on the show for the past… Continue reading TWICE To Appear On Famous Japanese Year-End Show 2 Years In A Row
Jeong Sewoon Appointed As Ambassador For Red Cross
On November 13, Starship Entertainment announced that Jeong Sewoon has been appointed as an ambassador for Red Cross. After attending the appointment ceremony on October 10, the singer delivered 4,000 briquettes, rice, ramen, and more to 20 socially disadvantaged households. Among them, 3,000 briquettes were donated by Jeong Sewoon himself. Red Cross stated, “Jeong Sewoon’s healthy and positive… Continue reading Jeong Sewoon Appointed As Ambassador For Red Cross
Courts Rule In Favor Of Jun Hyosung In Lawsuit With TS Entertainment
The courts have ruled in favor of Jun Hyosung in her legal battle with TS Entertainment. The two parties met at the Seoul Western District Court on November 14, and the judge ruled to confirm the invalidity of Jun Hyosung’s exclusive contract with TS Entertainment. The ruling stated, “We confirm that the exclusive contract between Jun… Continue reading Courts Rule In Favor Of Jun Hyosung In Lawsuit With TS Entertainment
Ku Hye Sun Holds Solo Art Exhibition In Paris
Ku Hye Sun continues to make her mark as a multi-talented individual! She is currently holding an art exhibition in Paris, France titled “Ku Hye Sun Invitational Exhibition,” which began on November 13 and will go till November 16. Under the title of “Null,” Ku Hye Sun showcased 25 never-before-seen art pieces, expressing the deep emotions within… Continue reading Ku Hye Sun Holds Solo Art Exhibition In Paris
QUIZ: What’s Your K-Pop Married Life Like? (M.A.S.H. — Male Idol Edition)
It’s pretty safe to say that every K-pop fan has daydreamed about the future with their favorite idol. Who will you marry? Where will you live? What kind of pet will you have? Well, now you can stop daydreaming and let fate reveal your destiny! Take this quiz to see what the future has in store for… Continue reading QUIZ: What’s Your K-Pop Married Life Like? (M.A.S.H. — Male Idol Edition)
BTS Spends 100th Week Reigning Over Billboard’s Social 50 Chart
BTS has now topped Billboard’s Social 50 chart for 100 weeks in total! The week ending in November 17 marks the group’s 100th time at No. 1 on the chart, and they’re now the first group to ever reach the milestone since the Social 50’s creation in December 2010. The only other artist to reach triple-digit weeks topping the chart is Justin… Continue reading BTS Spends 100th Week Reigning Over Billboard’s Social 50 Chart
Wanna One’s Kang Daniel And Actor Jung Woo Sung In Final “Letters From Angels” Adoption Campaign, Ending After 16 Years
“Letters From Angels,” an adoption campaign run by Korea’s Social Welfare Society and photographer Cho Seihon for 16 years, is coming to a close. Participating in the campaign’s final photo exhibit were Wanna One’s Kang Daniel and actor Jung Woo Sung. During their photo shoots, the two stars adorably interacted with the babies, personally changing their… Continue reading Wanna One’s Kang Daniel And Actor Jung Woo Sung In Final “Letters From Angels” Adoption Campaign, Ending After 16 Years
Winners Of 38th Korean Association Of Film Critics Awards
The 38th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards has recognized some of the best in performances and movies from the past year. The award ceremony on the evening of November 13 celebrated the winners’ achievements after the list of award winners was announced late last month, and included some moving acceptance speeches from the actors. The… Continue reading Winners Of 38th Korean Association Of Film Critics Awards
BTS’s Jimin Speaks To Fans About Controversies At “Love Yourself” Tour In Tokyo Dome
BTS’s Jimin spoke briefly to fans about the recent controversies surrounding the group. During BTS’s closing comments at the first “Love Yourself” concert at Tokyo Dome on November 13, Jimin said, “A lot of ARMYs and people around the world must have been surprised and worried because of recent events. My heart hurts.” He added, reminiscing about… Continue reading BTS’s Jimin Speaks To Fans About Controversies At “Love Yourself” Tour In Tokyo Dome