On August 29, Japan’s weekly women’s magazine reported that Japanese secretary for foreign affairs Koichiro Gemba, also a big K-pop fan, threw away Kara CDs to appeal to ongoing Dokdo conflict between Korea and Japan. The magazine referred to an inside source at the Democratic party. The source told, “Foreign affairs secretary Koichiro Gemba stated ‘President Lee… Continue reading Japanese Foreign Affairs Secretary Threw Away His Favorite Kara CDs over Dokdo Conflict
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T-ara Finally Speaks Up About Controversy and Issues Apology in Handwritten Letter
The girls of T-ara, who have been going through about a month of great hardships because of the bullying controversy, have finally decided to talk about this issue. They posted a handwritten letter on their official homepage and issued their heartfelt apologies, calling their actions “immature” and that they will be deeply reflecting upon their… Continue reading T-ara Finally Speaks Up About Controversy and Issues Apology in Handwritten Letter
T-ara’s Eunjung and Jin Se Yeon’s Past Reveal a “Twisted Fate?”
Though it’s been over a month since the whole T-ara bullying issue blew up, recent news of Jin Se Yeon replacing Eunjung on the upcoming drama, “Five Fingers” has added to the controversy. Netizens have been digging up some photos and research in the past. According to what they found, netizens claim that the two… Continue reading T-ara’s Eunjung and Jin Se Yeon’s Past Reveal a “Twisted Fate?”
Lee Chun Hee Reveals His Home on Me2Day
On August 28, Lee Chun Hee shared a photo of his home on his Me2Day. He commented on the picture, “After taping all the windows for my two scared whiny ladies who are afraid of this unexpected typhoon, we got together at the shelter in the living room.” The revealed photo shows Lee Chun Hee’s… Continue reading Lee Chun Hee Reveals His Home on Me2Day
BTS Photos of ZE:A’s Album Jacket Shoot Reveal Siwan’s Envy Toward Hyungshik
Behind-the-scenes photos of ZE:A‘s Lim Siwan and Park Hyungshik during a photo shoot have been a hot topic among fans since its release. On August 29, ZE:A posted on their official me2day some behind-the-scenes photos of ZE:A’s “Phoenix” album jacket photo shoot. The photos are from the photo shoot for the Japanese version of “Phoenix” and… Continue reading BTS Photos of ZE:A’s Album Jacket Shoot Reveal Siwan’s Envy Toward Hyungshik
Political Tension over Dokdo Leads to Boycotting Hallyu in Japan
As the issue of sovereignty over Dokdo in Korea and Japan have caused political tension between the two countries, Japanese politicians are continuously suggesting their citizens to boycott hallyu altogether. The broadcasting companies and industry experts are busy figuring out how the public is taking such suggestions and the congress is discussing ways to prevent… Continue reading Political Tension over Dokdo Leads to Boycotting Hallyu in Japan
Must See Photograph: “Shunjitaaaaaal~!”
Must. See. Photograph. Below. A photograph of Kimura Shunji, antagonist of the show, love rival and once-close friend of Lee Kang To, also known as Gakshital, in English known as Bridal Mask, posing as “Shunjital” has been publicized. On August 29, actor Park Ki Woong who plays Kimura Shunji in the drama posted the selca… Continue reading Must See Photograph: “Shunjitaaaaaal~!”
8 Korean Celebrities Labeled “Anti-Japanese” for Their Position on Dokdo
Dokdo, or Takeshima in Japanese, is a small group of rocky islets that lie in between South Korea and Japan. Although South Korea has been deploying its own Coast Guard members to the islets since 1952, and now stations its national police detachment, administrative personnel, and lighthouse staff to the islets, Japan has continuously claimed… Continue reading 8 Korean Celebrities Labeled “Anti-Japanese” for Their Position on Dokdo
JYP Tells Actor Bae Yong Joon Happy Birthday
On August 28, Park Jin Young posted a picture on his Me2Day with a photo of himself captioned, “Congratulations! Happy Birthday Yong Joon! Here is your birthday beating~~!” The photo shows Park Jin Young in a dim lit room holding a doll in one hand with Bae Yong Joon‘s face on it. His other hand… Continue reading JYP Tells Actor Bae Yong Joon Happy Birthday
Kim Hee Sun Fueled to Make a Comeback After Watching “Secret Garden”
Actress Kim Hee Sun picked “Secret Garden” and “The Moon That Embraces the Sun” as works she wanted to take part of. On August 29, on SBS morning program “Good Morning,” Kim Hee Sun made a guest appearance, and talked about her role in new Monday-Tuesday drama “Faith.” She talked about her feelings about making… Continue reading Kim Hee Sun Fueled to Make a Comeback After Watching “Secret Garden”