On November 14, false rumors about Lee Hyori’s death spread like wildfire on Twitter, causing the singer to personally respond with the words, “What do you call a joke that’s neither funny nor meaningful? Garbage.” More recently, another celebrity death rumor caught fire in the online world, this time about Kang Ho Dong.
Category: Celeb
Final Verdict Out for MC Mong’s Military Evasion Charges
The final hearing for MC Mong’s military dodging scandal was held on November 16 at the Seoul Central Court. The final ruling remained the same as the initial sentence of six months in jail, one year probation, and 120 hours of public service.
Jo Kwon and Wonder Girls Dance Together, MC Mong Apologizes, Shindong’s New Shades, and More Tweets!
Here we go through some of the top twitter/me2day posts of the day! Please let us know if we missed anything! Be sure to follow us on Twitter @soompi for the most up-to-date K-Pop news on the web!
JYJ, Song Ji Hyo Appointed as Online PR Ambassadors for Education Ministry
On November 16, popular boyband JYJ and actress Song Ji Hyo attended the Online Public Relations Ambassadors Appointment Ceremony, held by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MEST), at the Seoul Central Government Complex. Having recently completed a successful European concert tour, JYJ members also starred in popular dramas and are familiar and well-loved figures among students and youths. Song Ji Hyo is currently filming MBC drama “Gye Baek” and SBS variety show “Running Man” and is regarded by students and youths as a forthcoming and earnest celebrity.
DJ DOC Apologizes for Insensitive Comments After Being Filed a Lawsuit
DJ DOC’s members, Lee Haneul and Kim Chang Ryul, apologized to Park Jung Hwan, DJ DOC’s past member. Park Jung Hwan filed a lawsuit against current DJ DOC for defamation for the comments they made on KBS "Happy Together" on November 3.
SNSD, Lee Byung Hun, Jang Geun Suk and More Win Awards for the "2011 Korean Popular Culture and Art Awards"
On November 15, the winners of the "2011 Korean Popular Culture and Arts Award" were announced. Top stars who have taken home this award include SNSD, Lee Byung Hun, Jang Geun Suk and many more.
Japanese Broadcast Gives Kara Special Treatment
Girl group Kara has received special treatment from a Japanese broadcast, which is gathering much attention. On November 12, a Japanese TV show called, "Adventure Tutorial!" hosted Kara as special guests. In order to greet Kara, who was arriving in Japan on that day, the program prepared…
Sung Shi Kyung on Park Jung Hyun, "If Only She Was 10cm Taller…"
Singers Sung Shi Kyung and Park Jung Hyun revealed their long-time friendship. On an episode of "Win Win" that aired on November 15, Park Jung Hyun was the guest star. However, Sung Shi Kyung made a surprise appearance for Park Jung Hyun and mysteriously revealed that they have been meeting for three days in a row saying, "She was in my arms yesterday as well."
Song Seung Heon, Kim Tae Hee and JYJ’s Yoochun Team Up for an Italian Restaurant CF
JYJ’s Park Yoochun teams up with A-listers and “My Princess” leads Song Seung Hun and Kim Tae Hee to endorse the new Italian restaurant Black Smith. The three actors recently got together to shoot the commercial in anticipation of the first branch’s grand opening on November 17.
Female Stars’ "Alphabet Letter" Poses
Press conferences, movie premieres, photo walls, and the red carpet! As strange as it may sound, we can see alphabet letters in many of our stars’ poses at these types of events. Based on preference and personality, some stars are more inclined towards one pose than another. Local media Dispatch took a look at four of the most common poses, ranging from the letter D to the letter X.