The Korea Communications Standards Commission (hereafter KCSC) has revealed that they may impose fines on Mnet for manipulating the votes on their audition show “Produce X 101.” On October 17, the KCSC answered a question made by Noh Woong Rae, the chairman of the National Assembly’s Science, ICT, Broadcasting, and Communications Committee regarding “Produce X 101.”… Continue reading KCSC Reveals Potential Punishment For Mnet Regarding “Produce X 101” Vote Manipulation
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Ong Seong Wu, Kang Ha Neul, And Ahn Jae Hong In Talks For 2nd Season Of “Traveler”
Ong Seong Wu, Kang Ha Neul, and Ahn Jae Hong may be starring in the second season of JTBC’s “Traveler“! On October 17, a source from JTBC revealed, “Kang Ha Neul, Ahn Jae Hong, and Ong Seong Wu are positively considering appearing on the show.” They also stated that JTBC was preparing to launch the… Continue reading Ong Seong Wu, Kang Ha Neul, And Ahn Jae Hong In Talks For 2nd Season Of “Traveler”
JTBC To Take Legal Action Against “Witch Hunt” Staff Impersonator + Denies Rumors Of 2nd Season
JTBC will be taking legal action against an impersonator. On October 17, JTBC released an official statement denying rumors of a second season for its variety show “Witch Hunt.” They also stated that the person who released this information was someone pretending to be a staff member of the show. Read the full statement below:… Continue reading JTBC To Take Legal Action Against “Witch Hunt” Staff Impersonator + Denies Rumors Of 2nd Season
Park Na Rae To MC New KBS Comedy Show With Unique Twist
KBS 2TV will be launching an unusual new stand-up comedy show this fall! On October 17, KBS officially announced that Park Na Rae would be hosting the pilot of its brand-new comedy program “Stand-Up” (literal title). The upcoming pilot, which is scheduled to air in two parts this November, will showcase an entertaining variety of stand-up… Continue reading Park Na Rae To MC New KBS Comedy Show With Unique Twist
Watch: NCT’s Jaehyun, APRIL’s Naeun, And MONSTA X’s Minhyuk Share Excitement As New “Inkigayo” MCs
The newest MCs of “Inkigayo” shared how excited they are about their new roles and previewed their chemistry! On October 16, SBS shared an interview video featuring NCT’s Jaehyun, APRIL’s Naeun, and MONSTA X’s Minhyuk. The idols were asked how they felt when they heard that they were chosen as MCs. Jaehyun answered, “I thought, ‘I… Continue reading Watch: NCT’s Jaehyun, APRIL’s Naeun, And MONSTA X’s Minhyuk Share Excitement As New “Inkigayo” MCs
Police Investigating Possibility Of “Produce X 101” PDs Manipulating Show In Exchange For Money
The police are continuing their investigation into Mnet’s “Produce X 101,” now looking into whether producing directors (PD) manipulated the show in exchange for monetary compensation. A source from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency stated, “We are currently in the process of investigating PDs of ‘Produce X 101’ and related agency representatives. As it is not… Continue reading Police Investigating Possibility Of “Produce X 101” PDs Manipulating Show In Exchange For Money
“Idol School” Contestants Talk About Poor Filming Conditions And Effect On Health
Contestants from “Idol School” talked about their experiences on the show when they appeared on the October 15 episode of “PD Notebook.” This broadcast examined the survival programs produced by CJ ENM, including shows such as Mnet’s 2018 program “Idol School” and the “Produce 101” series. The show first visited the home of the father… Continue reading “Idol School” Contestants Talk About Poor Filming Conditions And Effect On Health
“Produce X 101” Trainees And Staff Talk About Alleged Manipulation, Sudden Change To Center, And More
The October 15 episode of MBC’s “PD Notebook” addressed some recent suspicions and allegations about “Produce X 101.” A trainee from “Produce X 101” (referred to as “trainee C”) met with “PD Notebook” along with his father. “We were all on the show because we were desperate, so we worked really hard,” he said. “If… Continue reading “Produce X 101” Trainees And Staff Talk About Alleged Manipulation, Sudden Change To Center, And More
“Night Of Hate Comments” Cancels Upcoming Broadcast
JTBC’s “Night of Hate Comments” will not be airing this week. The following announcement was uploaded on the show’s official homepage: We express our deepest regrets about the sad news regarding Sulli, who appeared on ‘Night of Hate Comments’ as an MC. The broadcast scheduled for October 18 is cancelled. May she rest in peace. The show has… Continue reading “Night Of Hate Comments” Cancels Upcoming Broadcast
BLACKPINK’s Lisa Announced As Mentor For “Idol Producer” Season 3
BLACKPINK’s Lisa will be mentoring trainees on the third season of “Idol Producer”! “Idol Producer” is a Chinese survival program that airs on China’s largest platform iQIYI. The third season is the first of the series to feature female contestants and will be a collaboration with girl group SNH48. On October 15, “Idol Producer” shared… Continue reading BLACKPINK’s Lisa Announced As Mentor For “Idol Producer” Season 3