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Category: Celeb
Wonder Girls Explain HyunA and Sunmi’s Withdrawal, Thanks Teddy Riley, and Sends Heechul Video Message
The Wonder Girls had an honest conversation with the show hosts of MBC “Golden Fishery – Radio Star” on November 16. They responded to a lot of tough questions although it was a comedy show.
Rain’s Military Training Photos Released
On November 17, photos of Rain receiving military commendations were revealed through an online café. Rain seems to have lost some weight in the first photo, but still looks healthy as he flashes a smile at the camera in the second picture.
Park Jung Hyun Reveals She Was Victim of Racism
Singer Park Jung Hyun revealed that she was a victim of racism during her student years in America. The singer appeared on KBS “Win Win” and said, “I was teased a lot for my appearance so I hated my face.” She further explained, “I had a hard time making friends because I was so shy. Whenever I saw dramas and movies starring Americans I admired their big double eyelid eyes; I thought they were very pretty.
Another Celebrity Death Rumor Surfaces Online, This Time About Kang Ho Dong
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.
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.