Former T-ara member Hwayoung recently updated her profile picture on her Twitter. Ever since the T-ara controversy, which involved rumors of bullying and Hwayoung’s unacceptable behavior, her every move has made headlines in Korea. Therefore, her latest change is no exception. Many netizens began speculating that this move symbolized a fresh start for the young… Continue reading Ex-T-ara Member Hwayoung Changes Profile Picture to Express Change of Heart?
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CCM CEO Kim Kwang Soo Admits to T-ara Conflict in Interview
On July 31, it was announced by Core Contents Media (Hereafter, CCM) that T-ara Hwayoung’s contract would be extinguished. Rumors began to emerge about Hwayoung being bullied. A Netizen claimed that she saw Hwayoung get slapped in the face. Afterwards, because of the media and Netizen backlash, the CEO Kim Kwang Soo ended up reporting that he met with Hwayoung’s parents.… Continue reading CCM CEO Kim Kwang Soo Admits to T-ara Conflict in Interview
T-ara’s Agency Core Contents Media to File Criminal Lawsuits Against Media Sources that Spread Rumors
T-ara’s agency Core Contents Media plans to file criminal lawsuits against 7 different media sources that posted the Internet posts without filtration. A representative of Core Contents Media stated on August 3, “We have hired 2 lawyer and will file criminal lawsuits against media sources. These media sources reported on Internet posts without checking the… Continue reading T-ara’s Agency Core Contents Media to File Criminal Lawsuits Against Media Sources that Spread Rumors
T-ara’s Eunjung a No-Show for “I Am the King of Chosun” VIP Premiere
Due to the ongoing “T-ara Controversy,” Eunjung did not attend the VIP premiere of the film, “I Am the King of Chosun.” The VIP premiere of “I Am the King of Chosun” was held on July 30 at the Lotte Cinemas in Jayang-dong, Seoul. One of the leads of the film, Joo Ji Hoon, extended… Continue reading T-ara’s Eunjung a No-Show for “I Am the King of Chosun” VIP Premiere
New Member Dani Will Not Be Joining T-ara Until December
T-ara‘s agency Core Contents Media announced on August 1, “New member Dani will be joining the team at the end of the year as planned originally.” Recently, some media outlets forecasted that Dani might be joining T-ara sooner than planned based on T-ara’s Japanese official website. This theory became more credible as Hwayoung was dismissed… Continue reading New Member Dani Will Not Be Joining T-ara Until December
T-ara Postpones First Solo Concert Due to Hwayoung Controversy
T-ara’s first solo concert in Seoul has been postponed indefinitely, Core Contents Media announced on August 1. “T-ara members came and sincerely requested the concert get delayed,” Core Contents Media said. T-ara reportedly told Kim Kwang Soo in a separate meeting that, “With the whole on-going controversy, we don’t think we’ll be able to show… Continue reading T-ara Postpones First Solo Concert Due to Hwayoung Controversy
Hwayoung’s Father: “I’m So Sorry. I Have Nothing to Say”
Hwayoung’s father spoke to the press for the first time since the contract dispute broke out on Monday. On August 1, Hwayoung’s father, only identified as Mr. Ryu, spoke with local media E-Today, and said, “I’m very sorry. I have nothing much to say. I will not comment on the issue.” Although he declined to… Continue reading Hwayoung’s Father: “I’m So Sorry. I Have Nothing to Say”
CCM CEO: “Hwayoung and Sister Visited We Had a Deep Talk”
T-ara’s agency Core Contents Media (Hereafter, CCM) stated, “Hwayoung and her sister Hyoyoung visited the CEO Kim Kwang Soo on July 31 at 10:57pm without warning and had a deep talk together.” Through a press release a representative of CCM stated, “Hwayoung talked about what had going on through her tweet at 10:33pm, (here is… Continue reading CCM CEO: “Hwayoung and Sister Visited We Had a Deep Talk”
Hwayoung Shows Closer Relationship with Her Sister
T-ara’s former member Hwayoung changed her profile picture for her Twitter account, in midst of a global internet frenzy to uncover the truth behind the “bully controversy.” Netizens noticed the change as Hwayoung replaced the more polished picture of herself to a grainy one taken with her twin sister, Hyoyoung of Five Dolls. In the picture,… Continue reading Hwayoung Shows Closer Relationship with Her Sister
Numbers for T-ara’s Disbandment Petition Rising Fast
Online petition asking for T-ara‘s disbandment has reached 75,000 signatures in three days. Previously on July 28, an anonymous netizen has started this online petition titled “T-ara’s Disbandment.” This netizen wrote, “T-ara doesnn’t take their performances seriously and openly accepts the fact that they don’t even bother memorizing the lyrics of their own songs by… Continue reading Numbers for T-ara’s Disbandment Petition Rising Fast