In yet another twist in the nationality controversy surrounding TWICE member Tzuyu, the Chinese government has started censoring comments and blocking searches of her name on the social media platform Weibo. Also being censored on Weibo is Tsai Ing Wen, the leader of Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party who was just elected the next president. This… Continue reading Taiwanese Politicians Rally Behind Tzuyu, China Censors Her Name on Weibo
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2PM Cancels Chinese Schedules Following Tzuyu’s Continuing Controversy
JYP Entertainment’s issues appear to be far from over as 2PM’s scheduled appearances in China have been canceled. According to a Chinese industry representative, 2PM’s schedules in China were canceled abruptly. The precise nature of their schedules were not revealed, but it is likely that the cancellation was a result of the continuing controversy over TWICE’s… Continue reading 2PM Cancels Chinese Schedules Following Tzuyu’s Continuing Controversy
Song Joong Ki Reassures Fans He’s Fine After Wrapping Up Drama
Actor Song Joong Ki recently wrapped up filming on his upcoming KBS 2TV drama “Descendants of the Sun” and took to his personal fancafe to reassure fans and update them on his status. On January 16, he wrote, “Hello, everyone. It’s Joong Ki. It’s been a long time. I wrapped up my drama and for… Continue reading Song Joong Ki Reassures Fans He’s Fine After Wrapping Up Drama
Jung Woo and Kim Yoo Mi Get Married in Private Ceremony
After revealing news of the impending wedding and surprising many, actors Jung Woo and Kim Yoo Mi are getting married today. The couple’s wedding took place at a church in Seoul at 3 p.m. KST. Due to their wishes in having a simple wedding ceremony, they chose to make it private and did not take… Continue reading Jung Woo and Kim Yoo Mi Get Married in Private Ceremony
Jun Ji Hyun Is Pregnant and Gorgeous in a New Commercial for HERA
On January 15, cosmetics brand HERA released a commercial titled “HERA Seoulista” on YouTube featuring actress Jun Ji Hyun. The commercial spotlights women of Seoul. In the commercial, Jun Ji Hyun grabs everyone’s attention looking gorgeous even though she’s pregnant and ready to deliver any day now. The message of the commercial is “Why do you look… Continue reading Jun Ji Hyun Is Pregnant and Gorgeous in a New Commercial for HERA
Park Jin Young Apologizes for Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
Along with the release of a video of TWICE member Tzuyu’s apology over her nationality controversy, Park Jin Young has apologized as well. His apology was posted on JYP Entertainment’s official homepage: “First of all, I would like to sincerely apologize to Chinese fans who were hurt. I am most regretful and sorry about our staff… Continue reading Park Jin Young Apologizes for Tzuyu’s Nationality Controversy
EXID’s Agency Responds to Hani Crying During Seoul Music Awards
EXID‘s agency Yedang Entertainment finally responded to pictures of Hani with teary eyes during the Seoul Music Awards, and confirmed that she was crying. They said on January 15, “We agree that Hani’s actions were not professional. It is crucial to act professionally while on air.” “However, we couldn’t actually ask Hani about how she felt during… Continue reading EXID’s Agency Responds to Hani Crying During Seoul Music Awards
Rapper Swings Apologizes for Misleading Remark About His Profit Making Activities
Rapper Swings apologizes for not following through on a commitment he made after an early military discharge in September of last year. He was granted an early discharge due to various mental health issues. “For the remainder of my military service period, I will not pursue any commercial activities and will focus solely on recovering,”… Continue reading Rapper Swings Apologizes for Misleading Remark About His Profit Making Activities
Mayor of Seoul Steps Into the Issue of Kim Junsu’s Absence at Seoul Music Awards
As the absence of JYJ’s Kim Junsu at the Seoul Music Awards, and the cancellation of the Popularity Award, becomes a bigger issue in the online community, the mayor of Seoul is finally stepping in as well. During the Seoul Music Awards held on January 14, Kim Junsu won the preliminary votes for the Popularity Award by… Continue reading Mayor of Seoul Steps Into the Issue of Kim Junsu’s Absence at Seoul Music Awards
Jun Hyun Moo Once Again Under Fire for Rude Behavior
Jun Hyun Moo, who co-hosted the 25th Annual Seoul Music Awards alongside Honey Lee and EXID‘s Hani, has now come under fire for making Hani cry. Jun Hyun Moo called Hani “good-looking,” using a homonym for the name of Hani’s boyfriend, JYJ‘s Junsu. Junsu was snubbed by the producers of the show and was not invited,… Continue reading Jun Hyun Moo Once Again Under Fire for Rude Behavior