On March 29 on JTBC, an exclusive interview with an ex-trainee from an entertainment agency was aired. The interviewee stated, “When I belonged to an agency, even though I was a minor I was often asked to be present at a bar. In truth, there are agencies that function more like brokers that trade female… Continue reading Female Trainee Opens Up About the Reality of Sexual Favors in Korean Entertainment Industry
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KBS Music Bank – 03.29.13 – G.NA’s “Oops” Wins!
The winner of K-chart this week was the fabulous G.NA‘s song “Oops” (featuring Ilhoon from BTOB), beating Busker Busker with “Cherry Blossom Ending.” Congratulations G.NA! Today also featured the comeback performances of AA with the romantic song “Come Back.” Also, the debut stage featured the performances of ZE:A FIVE with cute song “The Day We Broke… Continue reading KBS Music Bank – 03.29.13 – G.NA’s “Oops” Wins!
The Position Releases MV for “Spring Expectation” Starring Actress Kim So Eun
With the video teaser released last week, iconic ballad group The Position released the full music video for “Spring Expectation” with English subtitles through the official LOEN Entertainment YouTube channel. “Spring Expectation” would be Lim Jae Wook‘s first official song in six years. “Spring Expectation” is a medium tempo rock song about the yearnings for… Continue reading The Position Releases MV for “Spring Expectation” Starring Actress Kim So Eun
[Soompi Shop] Extending “March 27th Sale” For One More Day!
Due to popular request, Soompi Shop is extending our March 27th sale for another 24 hours! Why are we having a March 27th sale, you ask? Soompi Shop has two special occasions to celebrate: The 15th anniversary of Soompi (yes, Soompi is officially 15 years old!), and the day that Soompi Shop’s Facebook page hit… Continue reading [Soompi Shop] Extending “March 27th Sale” For One More Day!
Mnet M! Countdown 03.28.13 – Davichi’s First Win!
Today’s win at M! Countdown was Davichi with their serene ballad “Just The Two Of Us”, beating 2AM with “One Spring Day”. Today featured the exciting comeback of cute ZE:A FIVE with the catchy song “The Day We Broke Up” and the attitude filled girls from EVOL with the cool song “Get Up”. Today also… Continue reading Mnet M! Countdown 03.28.13 – Davichi’s First Win!
Joo Ji Hoon, Kim Woo Bin, Kim Yoo Jung and Many Others Attend VIP Premiere for “Running Man”
The VIP premiere of the upcoming film, “Running Man” (not to be confused with the SBS variety show) was held on March 26 at the Wangshipri CGV theater in Seoul. “Running Man” is about Cha Jong Woo (played by Shin Ha Gyun), who witnessed a murder in the middle of Seoul and becomes involved in… Continue reading Joo Ji Hoon, Kim Woo Bin, Kim Yoo Jung and Many Others Attend VIP Premiere for “Running Man”
[Exclusive] Interview With 2AM & Free Autographed CD Giveaway Contest
Hey, Soompiers! How are you enjoying this “one spring day”? Soompi was able to snag an exclusive interview with the lovely boys of 2AM and we think you’re in for a treat! They talked about what they see themselves doing ten years from now, Jokwon’s participation in “Harlem Shake,” how Changmin composes his songs and… Continue reading [Exclusive] Interview With 2AM & Free Autographed CD Giveaway Contest
“School 2013” Actor Lee Yi Kyung Saved Jo Kwon’s Life
This weekend, 2AM‘s Jo Kwon gave the public quite a scare with the news of his gas poisoning. He recently explained exactly what happened and revealed that actor Lee Yi Kyung saved his life. On March 25, Jo Kwon attended the press conference for the upcoming KBS drama, “God of the Workplace.” There, he revealed,… Continue reading “School 2013” Actor Lee Yi Kyung Saved Jo Kwon’s Life
[Fanmeet] The One and Only – Lee Min Ho
On Sunday, March 10, at the legendary Park Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, California, Toyota held a fan meet and greet with Lee Min Ho with 500 invited attendees and their guests. Like other K-Pop events that I have attended, it didn’t surprise me to see all the non-Asian fans there. Guests’ ages ranged from… Continue reading [Fanmeet] The One and Only – Lee Min Ho
[Interview] Aimee Lee Lucas Talks About Working with YG, Choreography and More
Last month, before KPOPCON 2013 “Volume UP!” at UC Berkeley, we had the amazing opportunity to interview choreographer Aimee Lee Lucas. At the event, she was the keynote speaker and also had a dance workshop to teach the choreography for EXO‘s “MAMA.” Starting as an assistant choreographer in Korea for Uhm Jung Hwa, she went… Continue reading [Interview] Aimee Lee Lucas Talks About Working with YG, Choreography and More