On March 28, MAJOR9, Kim Dong Jun’s agency, clarified some issues about his social media account. Kim Dong Jun starred in the SBS drama “Joseon Exorcist,” which was permanently canceled after two episodes due to controversies over historical distortion. Kim Dong Jun, along with other cast and crew members, apologized for his decision to appear… Continue reading Kim Dong Jun’s Agency Clarifies Issues With His Social Media Account After “Joseon Exorcist” Controversy
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TREASURE To Launch Weverse Fan Community
TREASURE is joining Weverse! On March 28, Weverse announced that TREASURE will be opening a community on the global fan community platform run by beNX, a subsidiary of HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment). Other artists on the platform include BTS, TXT, GFRIEND, SEVENTEEN, NU’EST, ENHYPEN, CL, P1Harmony, Weeekly, Sunmi, Henry, Dreamcatcher, Gracie Abrams, Alexander 23, New Hope… Continue reading TREASURE To Launch Weverse Fan Community
YG Entertainment’s And SBS’s Stocks Drop After Cancellation Of “Joseon Exorcist”
The cancellation of “Joseon Exorcist” is reflecting in the stock market. On March 26, it was announced that “Joseon Exorcist” was permanently cancelled. The drama had come under fire for using Chinese-style props and food, which many viewers pointed out was a distortion of Korean history, as well as its problematic depictions of several major Korean… Continue reading YG Entertainment’s And SBS’s Stocks Drop After Cancellation Of “Joseon Exorcist”
Lee Byung Hun Thanks Kim Nam Gil For Thoughtful Gift
Kim Nam Gil made a sweet show of support for his co-star Lee Byung Hun! On March 25, Lee Byung Hun revealed on Instagram that Kim Nam Gil had thoughtfully sent a coffee truck to the set of his new film “The Match.” The two actors recently filmed the upcoming disaster movie “Emergency Declaration,” which… Continue reading Lee Byung Hun Thanks Kim Nam Gil For Thoughtful Gift
Director, Writer, And More Cast Members Apologize For “Joseon Exorcist” Controversy
Earlier this week, SBS’s “Joseon Exorcist” was permanently canceled due to controversies over historical distortion. Jang Dong Yoon was the first cast member to personally apologize for his decision to appear in the drama, followed by apologies from his co-stars Park Sung Hoon and Lee Yoo Bi. Shin Kyung Soo, the drama’s director, Park Gye Ok, the… Continue reading Director, Writer, And More Cast Members Apologize For “Joseon Exorcist” Controversy
Kim Sejeong Announces Official Fan Club Name
Kim Sejeong has given her fandom an official name! On March 27, Kim Sejeong revealed the name of her official fan club: “Sesang,” which means “world” in Korean. The formal announcement on Twitter explained the meaning behind the name, elaborating, “The Sesang [world] in which we live and which we will create together in the… Continue reading Kim Sejeong Announces Official Fan Club Name
Jang Dong Yoon Shares Personal Apology For “Joseon Exorcist” Controversy
Following SBS’s permanent cancellation of “Joseon Exorcist,” star Jang Dong Yoon has shared a personal statement of apology for his decision to appear in the controversial drama. Earlier this week, the new drama “Joseon Exorcist” came under fire for its use of Chinese-style props and food, as well as its problematic depictions of several major… Continue reading Jang Dong Yoon Shares Personal Apology For “Joseon Exorcist” Controversy
March Singer Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for singers! The rankings were determined through an analysis of singers’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from February 27 to March 27. BTS held onto their spot at first place in the rankings this month,… Continue reading March Singer Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
EXO’s Baekhyun Talks About His Upcoming Military Enlistment + Impact On Solo Comeback
On March 26, EXO’s Baekhyun held an Instagram Live broadcast in which he talked about enlisting in the military soon and the impact on his upcoming solo comeback. During the broadcast, he explained why his upcoming album “Bambi” would not have clear-cut official promotions. “It’s something that couldn’t be helped,” he said. “I wanted to tell you about it. I thought a… Continue reading EXO’s Baekhyun Talks About His Upcoming Military Enlistment + Impact On Solo Comeback
Seo Shin Ae Writes Personal Statement About School Violence From (G)I-DLE’s Soojin
Seo Shin Ae has shared a new statement regarding (G)I-DLE’s Soojin. Back in February, someone posted about Soojin bullying the actress in middle school, to which Soojin responded, “I have never spoken with actress Seo Shin Ae during my days in school.” In a new statement released last week, she further denied such allegations, saying,… Continue reading Seo Shin Ae Writes Personal Statement About School Violence From (G)I-DLE’s Soojin