The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for all idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various idol groups, using big data collected from November 17 to December 17. BTS continued their reign at the top… Continue reading December Idol Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
Category: Celeb
SHINee’s Key And SM Release Statements Regarding Recent Allegations + Key Steps Down From Programs
SHINee’s Key has released a statement in response to recent allegations and will be stepping down from all programs. Previously, comedian Park Na Rae was swept up in allegations of receiving illegal medical services such as proxy prescriptions and an IV drip categorized as prescription drugs from an “injection auntie” (hereafter referred to Ms. Lee).… Continue reading SHINee’s Key And SM Release Statements Regarding Recent Allegations + Key Steps Down From Programs
OMEGA X’s Hwichan Cleared Of Allegations Involving His Former Agency’s CEO
OMEGA X’s Hwichan has been cleared of allegations that he indecently assaulted his former agency’s CEO. On December 17, OMEGA X’s agency IPQ released an official statement, sharing that member Hwichan has received a non-indictment ruling, with prosecutors finding him not guilty in the criminal case alleging indecent assault due to insufficient evidence. Read the… Continue reading OMEGA X’s Hwichan Cleared Of Allegations Involving His Former Agency’s CEO
ATBO Announces Disbandment
ATBO’s activities as a group have come to an end. On December 17, ATBO’s agency IST Entertainment released an official statement announcing that the agency has decided to terminate their management contracts with the boy group. Read the full statement below: Following the announcement, member Ryu Junmin took to his personal Instagram with a letter… Continue reading ATBO Announces Disbandment
idntt’s HwangBo MinGyeol Leaves The Group And MODHAUS
Four months after the debut of idntt’s first unit unevermet, HwangBo MinGyeol has officially left the group. On December 15, MODHAUS officially announced HwangBo MinGyeol’s departure from both idntt and the agency. Although HwangBo MinGyeol was originally scheduled to debut as a member of unevermet, his activities were temporarily suspended in July due to allegations… Continue reading idntt’s HwangBo MinGyeol Leaves The Group And MODHAUS
IVE To No Longer Accept Fan Gifts Aside From Letters
STARSHIP Entertainment has announced that IVE will no longer be accepting any fan gifts aside from fan letters. On December 15, the agency released the following statement: Hello.We would like to sincerely thank the fans who are rooting for IVE. We are making an announcement regarding fan letters, gifts, and [material] support for IVE. From… Continue reading IVE To No Longer Accept Fan Gifts Aside From Letters
Park Bo Gum Named Global Brand Ambassador For Luxury Watch Brand OMEGA
Park Bo Gum has officially joined Swiss luxury watch brand OMEGA as a global brand ambassador! On December 16, OMEGA officially named Park Bo Gum as its new global brand ambassador. He will now represent the brand alongside world-renowned actors such as George Clooney, Nicole Kidman, Eddie Redmayne, Daniel Craig, and Hyun Bin. OMEGA President… Continue reading Park Bo Gum Named Global Brand Ambassador For Luxury Watch Brand OMEGA
Watch: Park Na Rae Personally Addresses Recent Issues In Video Message
Comedian Park Na Rae has issued a video statement amid ongoing allegations of abusing power toward her ex-managers and of illegal medical procedures. On the morning of December 16, Park Na Rae released a video statement via the YouTube channel “Baek Eun Young’s Golden Time.” Read the full translation of her statement below: Hello, this… Continue reading Watch: Park Na Rae Personally Addresses Recent Issues In Video Message
JYP Entertainment Releases Fan Etiquette Guide For TWICE’s Safety And Privacy
TWICE’s agency has issued a set of fan etiquette guidelines. On December 15, JYP Entertainment released an official statement regarding recent cases of privacy invasions and safety hazards involving TWICE and requested fans’ cooperation in adhering to the fan etiquette guidelines to ensure the artists’ safety and privacy. Read the full statement below: Hello, this… Continue reading JYP Entertainment Releases Fan Etiquette Guide For TWICE’s Safety And Privacy
NINE.i To Pause Group Activities + Focus On Individual Careers For Time Being
NINE.i has announced that the members have come to an important decision regarding their future direction. On December 12, NINE.i revealed through a statement that for the time being, they will be focusing on the members’ individual activities rather than group activities. However, they also clarified that the group is not disbanding. The group’s full… Continue reading NINE.i To Pause Group Activities + Focus On Individual Careers For Time Being