On July 3, it was announced that actors Ji Chang Wook, Kang Ha Neul, and INFINITE’s Sunggyu were cast for a military musical titled “Shinheung Military Academy” (literal translation). Already known for their talents on stage, the three were selected through open auditions. They plan on beginning rehearsals for the musical somewhere in Seoul early July. The musical… Continue reading Ji Chang Wook, Kang Ha Neul, And INFINITE’s Sunggyu Cast In Military Musical
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MAMAMOO’s Wheein Apologizes For Reference To Typhoon Prapiroon
MAMAMOO’s Wheein made an apology for her reference to Typhoon Prapiroon in an online post about the group’s latest song “Rainy Season.” On July 1, Wheein uploaded a photo of herself and a message that read, “Listening to ‘Rainy Season’ with Prapiroon.” Typhoon Prapiroon recently unleashed heavy flooding and strong winds to southern Japan and South Korea. Some… Continue reading MAMAMOO’s Wheein Apologizes For Reference To Typhoon Prapiroon
NH Media To Reportedly Launch New Boy Group With “MIXNINE” Contestant Lee Ha Vit
NH Media, the agency of Im Chang Jung, U-KISS, and LABOUM, is preparing to launch a new boy group. According to a source on July 4, NH Media is planning to debut a “special global teenage” group this upcoming September. The group will consist of nine boys, but its name hasn’t been decided yet. Their… Continue reading NH Media To Reportedly Launch New Boy Group With “MIXNINE” Contestant Lee Ha Vit
Networks Already Competing To Cast BTS For Year-End Award Shows
The bidding war to cast BTS in year-end award shows has officially begun. Many industry insiders working on year-end awards and festivals for the three major broadcasting networks have started a project to cast BTS. BTS, who topped Korean and international charts this year, has become an essential part of the line-up for these festivals… Continue reading Networks Already Competing To Cast BTS For Year-End Award Shows
Gong Seung Yeon Adorably Shows Support For Younger Sister Jeongyeon And TWICE’s Comeback
Gong Seung Yeon has shown her support for TWICE’s comeback! On July 3, the actress uploaded teaser photos of her sister, TWICE’s Jeongyeon, on her Instagram. In the caption, Gong Seung Yeon adorably wrote, “Wow, she’s so pretty. I wish she were my sister!” https://www.instagram.com/p/BkwHsARBglt/ TWICE will be making their comeback on July 9 at… Continue reading Gong Seung Yeon Adorably Shows Support For Younger Sister Jeongyeon And TWICE’s Comeback
Han Ye Seul Leaves Key East And Signs Exclusive Contract With New Agency; Update Shared On Her Health
Han Ye Seul has moved on to a new agency. After her contract with Key East ended in June, Han Ye Seul decided to sign an exclusive contract with Partners Park, an agency established by former Key East CEO Shin Hyo Jung. The two formerly worked together at Key East and the actress signed with the… Continue reading Han Ye Seul Leaves Key East And Signs Exclusive Contract With New Agency; Update Shared On Her Health
Stray Kids’ Lee Know To Take Break From Certain Activities Due To Injury
Stray Kids member Lee Know is recovering from an injury. On July 3, JYP Entertainment revealed through an official statement, “Stray Kids’ Lee Know will not be participating in the KBS ‘Open Concert’ schedule on July 7 due to health concerns.” The statement explains, “Lee Know got slightly injured during rehearsal for the KBS ‘Music… Continue reading Stray Kids’ Lee Know To Take Break From Certain Activities Due To Injury
YoonA Attends Blue House Luncheon Following Invitation From First Lady Kim Jung Sook
YoonA has attended an event at the Blue House, the executive office and residence of the South Korean President Moon Jae In. The Girls’ Generation member was invited by First Lady Kim Jung Sook to attend a luncheon on July 3. She was invited due to her contribution to the Community Chest of Korea, of which she… Continue reading YoonA Attends Blue House Luncheon Following Invitation From First Lady Kim Jung Sook
WJSN’s Agency Clarifies Xuan Yi’s And Mei Qi’s Contracts After Tencent’s Conflicting Statement
Starship Entertainment and Yuehua Entertainment have once again clarified the statuses of Mei Qi and Xuan Yi. It was announced on June 23 that Mei Qi and Xuan Yi came in No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, on the Chinese adaptation of “Produce 101,” becoming members of Rocket Girls for about two years. Although there… Continue reading WJSN’s Agency Clarifies Xuan Yi’s And Mei Qi’s Contracts After Tencent’s Conflicting Statement
Actress Moon Ga Young From “Tempted” Transfers Management To KeyEast
On July 3, SM Culture & Contents (SM C&C) made an official notice that actress Moon Ga Young’s management was transferred from SM C&C to their affiliate, KeyEast. They revealed their plans for the strategic movement of actors. KeyEast was merged with SM Entertainment Group this March after SM Entertainment acquired the company. As it… Continue reading Actress Moon Ga Young From “Tempted” Transfers Management To KeyEast