Idol-turned-actor Son Ji Hyun (formerly known as Nam Ji Hyun) talked about her former members of 4Minute. When the group disbanded in 2016, HyunA was the only one who remained with Cube Entertainment. When asked if she felt upset about that at all, Son Ji Hyun honestly replied, “In the beginning, we were upset about each… Continue reading Son Ji Hyun Talks About 4Minute And HyunA’s Contract Renewal With Cube
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Korean Students Vote Which Stars They Want As Their Homeroom Teacher
Teacher’s Day (May 15) is a special day in Korea where people celebrate and appreciate their teachers. In honor of this special holiday, an online education company for middle school and high school math asked students which star they would want as their homeroom teacher. The survey was conducted from April 23 to May 14, and Yoo… Continue reading Korean Students Vote Which Stars They Want As Their Homeroom Teacher
EXO’s Lay Takes Legal Action Against Malicious Commenters
EXO’s Lay has taken legal action against malicious and defamatory comments about himself as well as his family. On May 14, the Beijing Xingquan Law Firm, representing the singer and his personal studio, posted a statement calling for a cease and desist and detailing some of the malicious comments as well as death threats that he and… Continue reading EXO’s Lay Takes Legal Action Against Malicious Commenters
QUIZ: Which Stray Kids Member Is Your Soulmate?
Calling all fans of Stray Kids! If you want to understand anything about JYP’s new monster rookie group, you should know that all nine members are charming in their own unique way. And although each and every one of them is lovable, wouldn’t you like to know which one is meant to be your soulmate? To… Continue reading QUIZ: Which Stray Kids Member Is Your Soulmate?
YG Entertainment Sees Decrease In Operating Profit And Revenue For 1st Quarter of 2018
On May 14, Mirae Asset Daewoo Securities discussed what YG Entertainment’s performance during the first quarter of 2018 was like. The brokerage revealed how YG Entertainment’s performance for this period fell short of market expectations, leading their target stock price to fall by 6.8 percent to 30,000 won (approximately $28.04). Published on May 11, YG… Continue reading YG Entertainment Sees Decrease In Operating Profit And Revenue For 1st Quarter of 2018
MC Of College Festival Apologizes For His Actions After TWICE’s Performance
The MC of a college festival and the student union have apologized to TWICE for the MC’s poor word choice following the girl group’s performance. On May 11, TWICE performed at a festival at Sungkyunkwan University’s Humanities and Sociology Campus. After they performed their final song, the MC said, “Everyone. TWICE won’t come if you say… Continue reading MC Of College Festival Apologizes For His Actions After TWICE’s Performance
Several Fantagio Artists Request Dispute Mediation Over Contracts
Several artists from the agency Fantagio have requested dispute mediation from the Korea Entertainment Management Association (KEMA). On May 14, a source from KEMA stated, “Last Friday, artists requested dispute mediation over their exclusive contracts. If it is recognized as an illegal business, their exclusive contracts could become invalid without any liability.” A source from KEMA told… Continue reading Several Fantagio Artists Request Dispute Mediation Over Contracts
Steven Yeun Posts Apology For Controversy Regarding Rising Sun Flag
Steven Yeun has expressed his apologies regarding his recent controversy. The Korean-American actor was criticized after “liking” a photo on Instagram that included a clothing design with the Rising Sun flag, which is a controversial symbol due to its association with Japanese imperialism. Soon after he became aware of the controversy, he posted an apology in Korean and English on his… Continue reading Steven Yeun Posts Apology For Controversy Regarding Rising Sun Flag
Kim Dong Han’s Agency OUI Entertainment To Take Action On Invasion Of Privacy
OUI Entertainment has posted a notice to warn those invading the privacy of trainees. On May 14, the agency posted via social media, “Despite continuous restraints and warnings, actions of invading the privacy of trainees no matter the time or location have been continuing by visiting the agency, dorm, etc.” The statement continues, “All actions like… Continue reading Kim Dong Han’s Agency OUI Entertainment To Take Action On Invasion Of Privacy
Fantagio Music Explains Firing Of Former CEO
Following the news of Fantagio Music’s former CEO Woo Young Seung being fired, Fantagio Music has spoken up. A source from Fantagio Music said, “After the Board of Directors meeting on May 11, CEO Woo Young Seung submitted his resignation today.” The source explained, “Fantagio owns 95 percent of Fantagio Music’s shares as Fantagio Music… Continue reading Fantagio Music Explains Firing Of Former CEO