Jessica Jung has been confirmed by KBS Drama to be their new MC for “Beauty Bible 2016 S/S,” marking the official start to her broadcast activities. On March 17, the cable channel released the news to the public, saying, “We believe that Jessica, who is the star that many want to be like in fashion… Continue reading Jessica Confirmed as an MC for “Beauty Bible”
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Song Joong Ki’s Popularity Spikes in China Due to “Descendants of the Sun” Success
Thanks to his role in “Descendants of the Sun,” actor Song Joong Ki’s popularity in China is soaring. Chinese data and marketing firm VLinkage reported that Song Joong Ki was the No. 1 most searched celebrity in China on March 13, climbing to the top in only a matter of days. On March 8 he… Continue reading Song Joong Ki’s Popularity Spikes in China Due to “Descendants of the Sun” Success
Tasty and SM C&C Discuss Contract Termination Lawsuit at Court
Chinese duo Tasty’s legal battle with Woolim Entertainment and parent company SM C&C continues. Previously, Tasty announced plans to halt activities in Korea in July of 2015. Woolim Entertainment responded that the duo unilaterally made this decision without informing the agency. Then Tasty refuted their claims and officially filed a lawsuit to end their exclusive contract… Continue reading Tasty and SM C&C Discuss Contract Termination Lawsuit at Court
Former Girl Group Member “L” Heads in for Questioning in Suspected Prostitution Case
Former girl group member and actress “L,” who was mentioned in yesterday’s article about the singer “C,” has been summoned as a suspect of prostitution charges as well, as reported by local news source The Fact. She appeared at the Women and Children Crime Investigation Unit at the Seoul Central District Prosecutor’s Office to receive questioning. In… Continue reading Former Girl Group Member “L” Heads in for Questioning in Suspected Prostitution Case
Actress Kim Hee Ae Signs Exclusive Contract With YG Entertainment
It has been reported that actress Kim Hee Ae signed an exclusive contract with YG Entertainment (“YG” hereafter). YG released the news of Kim Hee Ae’s contracting on March 17. After acting and promoting solo since debuting the actress decided on YG as her first agency ever. Kim Hee Ae revealed that, “Through my first meeting with YG,… Continue reading Actress Kim Hee Ae Signs Exclusive Contract With YG Entertainment
Agency Comments on the Suspected Prostitution Case of Its Former Singer “C”
As reported in a previous article, an apparently “well-known” singer “C” was recently summoned for questioning on charges of suspected involvement in celebrity prostitution. In response to the news, the former agency of singer “C” has revealed that they do not understand why she is being suspected of prostitution. According to a phone conversation between local news… Continue reading Agency Comments on the Suspected Prostitution Case of Its Former Singer “C”
Watch: Video of Song Joong Ki Rapping Outsider’s “Loner” Resurfaces
Recently, an old video of a collaboration performance by Song Joong Ki and rapper Outsider have been trending on various online forums and social media communities. In 2009, Song Joong Ki featured in Outsider’s performance on KBS 2TV‘s “Music Bank,” for which Song Joong Ki was one of the main MCs at the time. For the collaboration… Continue reading Watch: Video of Song Joong Ki Rapping Outsider’s “Loner” Resurfaces
Park Bo Gum Expresses His Love for Song Joong Ki
On March 16, Park Bo Gum posted on his Twitter a picture with the caption, “I’m saying I really like hyung (older brother) a lot. Together with ‘Descendants of the Sun‘ every Wednesday and Thursday.” In the photo, Park Bo Gum watches a video of Song Joong Ki on his cell phone, with a content… Continue reading Park Bo Gum Expresses His Love for Song Joong Ki
Zion. T Parts Ways With Amoeba Culture, Reportedly Signs With YG Sub-Label
Hip-hop musician Zion. T’s three-year contract with Amoeba Culture has ended. On March 17, Amoeba Culture released an official statement regarding Zion. T’s departure from the agency. “Hello. This is Amoeba Culture. After spending three years together, Zion. T’s exclusive contract with Amoeba Culture expired on April 9, 2016. During that time Amoeba Culture and… Continue reading Zion. T Parts Ways With Amoeba Culture, Reportedly Signs With YG Sub-Label
Former SM the Ballad Member Jino Is Now a Trainee With Cube Entertainment
Former SM the Ballad member Jino (real name Cho Jin Ho) is now a trainee with Cube Entertainment! On March 17, Cube Entertainment uploaded a photo of Jino, along with former YG Entertainment trainee Yang Hong Seok, to the company’s Instagram account. Along with the photo, the company wrote, “Today is CUBE’s trainee day! R… Continue reading Former SM the Ballad Member Jino Is Now a Trainee With Cube Entertainment