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
Category: Celeb
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
BTS Heads Off To The U.S. For “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” And BBMAs
BTS is flying off for the Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs)! The group headed to Incheon Airport and is flying to Los Angeles. BTS previously announced that the group will perform at the award ceremony on May 20. BTS was also nominated for Top Social Artist this year, after winning the award in 2017 and attending the show.… Continue reading BTS Heads Off To The U.S. For “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” And BBMAs
INFINITE’s Sunggyu Enlists In The Military
INFINITE’s Sunggyu is beginning his mandatory military service. On May 14 at around 1:15 p.m. KST, he entered the training center of the 22nd Infantry Division. Sunggyu expressed his wish to enter quietly, so he did not stop for any interviews. He simply waved to fans and said, “Thank you,” before entering. The other INFINITE… Continue reading INFINITE’s Sunggyu Enlists In The Military
Fantagio Music CEO Woo Young Seung Fired + Futures Of ASTRO And Weki Meki Unclear
Fantagio Music, a subsidiary company of Fantagio Entertainment, has fired its former CEO Woo Young Seung. On May 14, Woo Young Seung stated, “I submitted my letter of resignation and left the company today. I’m not happy that I left the artists that I’ve worked with since the beginning. I know that capital isn’t everything,… Continue reading Fantagio Music CEO Woo Young Seung Fired + Futures Of ASTRO And Weki Meki Unclear
Suzy Sheds Tears Of Gratitude At Fan Meeting In Taipei
Suzy was quite touched by her fans at her fan meeting in Taipei, the first stop of her Asian fan meeting tour. The singer held her fan meeting “With” in Taipei on May 12. During the fan meeting, Suzy sang various songs such as “Holiday,” “Sober,” “I’m In Love With Someone Else,” and “Pretend,” as well… Continue reading Suzy Sheds Tears Of Gratitude At Fan Meeting In Taipei
BTS’s Jimin, Wanna One’s Hwang Min Hyun, NU’EST’s JR Top List Of Stars Who Seem Like They’d Give Good Career Advice
A recent survey has revealed which celebrities people think would give great career advice! In a poll conducted from May 6 to May 12 by online community DC Inside and My Celebs, voters were asked to choose the star that they thought would “give good career advice as a senior at life.” BTS’s Jimin took… Continue reading BTS’s Jimin, Wanna One’s Hwang Min Hyun, NU’EST’s JR Top List Of Stars Who Seem Like They’d Give Good Career Advice
“Pick Me” Composer DJ Maximite’s Drug Case Forwarded To Prosecution
DJ Maximite, who is known for having co-composed the hit “Produce 101” theme song “Pick Me,” is currently under suspicion of drug use. On May 14, it was reported that the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency had forwarded DJ Maximite’s drug case to the prosecution with a recommendation for indictment without detention. DJ Maximite had been… Continue reading “Pick Me” Composer DJ Maximite’s Drug Case Forwarded To Prosecution