A Korean media outlet recently reported that idol groups such as BTOB, GOT7, EXID, and Girl’s Day are redefining the meaning of success in an increasingly competitive industry. In the typical “success formula” for idol groups, a new group was required to build up a significant fandom within two years of their debut. Failure to do so… Continue reading BTOB, GOT7, and More Named as Idol Groups Who Are Redefining Success
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“Star King” PD Says It’s Unfortunate How Netizens Are Reacting to Hani’s Tears on Television
Kim Tae Hyung, the main producer of SBS‘ variety show “Star King,” finds it unfortunate that netizens are criticizing EXID‘s Hani for crying on television. Over the past week, Hani has received negative attention for shedding tears on shows “Baek Jong Won’s Three Great Emperors” and “Star King.” Some netizens have pointed out how Hani’s attitude seems to have… Continue reading “Star King” PD Says It’s Unfortunate How Netizens Are Reacting to Hani’s Tears on Television
T-ara, EXID, and Jessica Win at YinYueTai V Chart Awards
T-ara, EXID, and former Girls’ Generation member Jessica all took home awards at the YinYueTai V Chart Awards! At the award ceremony in Beijing on April 10, T-ara received the award for Best Korean Group. Member Eunjung also won the award for Best Korean Female Singer. T-ara gave their acceptance speech through a video, and… Continue reading T-ara, EXID, and Jessica Win at YinYueTai V Chart Awards
Watch: Two Girl Group Members Go Head to Head for Final Crown on “Duet Song Festival”
On April 8, MBC Entertainment broadcast its first official episode of “Duet Song Festival.” (The show had previously been around as a holiday special.) In “Duet Song Festival,” a singer is paired with an ordinary citizen to sing a duet together. There were seven teams in total: Kang Kyun Sung and wedding singer Choi Ji Yae,… Continue reading Watch: Two Girl Group Members Go Head to Head for Final Crown on “Duet Song Festival”
Watch: EXID’s Hani and GOT7’s Jackson Show Off Their Sibling-Like Relationship on”Weekly Idol”
Remember EXID‘s Hani and GOT7‘s Jackson‘s close relationship from the Nicaragua special of “Law of the Jungle“? On March 6, Super Junior‘s Heechul and Hani made their debuts as new MCs of MBC Every1‘s “Weekly Idol” alongside current MC Defconn. In order to support Hani, Jackson and fellow EXID member Solji made guest appearances. SISTAR‘s… Continue reading Watch: EXID’s Hani and GOT7’s Jackson Show Off Their Sibling-Like Relationship on”Weekly Idol”
Hani and Heechul Invite Friends from BEAST, SISTAR, EXID, and GOT7 on “Weekly Idol”
In the upcoming April 6 episode of MBC Every1’s “Weekly Idol,” EXID’s Hani and Super Junior’s Heechul will be making their debut as the new MCs along with current MC Defconn. To cheer them on, the two MCs’ celebrity friends made appearances on the show. Heechul in particular is known for knowing many celebrities and… Continue reading Hani and Heechul Invite Friends from BEAST, SISTAR, EXID, and GOT7 on “Weekly Idol”
Solji Shares Update on EXID’s Plans for a Comeback
EXID leader Solji has given fans an update on the group’s much-anticipated comeback! Solji hosted her own live show on Naver’s V app on April 2 after she threw the ceremonial first pitch at a baseball game, and took the chance to answer some of her fans’ questions. When asked when EXID will be making a comeback,… Continue reading Solji Shares Update on EXID’s Plans for a Comeback
EXID’s Hani Makes Strong Return on “Three Great Emperors”
After a short hiatus from activities due to health issues, EXID’s Hani has returned full swing to her schedules, including SBS’s “Baek Jong Won’s Three Great Emperors.” On March 31, “Three Great Emperors” shared their thoughts on Hani’s comeback via the show’s official Instagram account. The post wrote, “Our 30th menu is kimbap. Our food… Continue reading EXID’s Hani Makes Strong Return on “Three Great Emperors”
EXID’s LE Is Working Hard on New Self-Produced Song
We may be hearing a new song from EXID‘s LE sometime in the near future! On March 30, LE hosted a livestream, “Who Wants to Play with LE~ Hurry Up and Come,” through Naver V App, while waiting at her agency for producer Shinsadong Tiger. During the broadcast, she explains that she was there to continue to… Continue reading EXID’s LE Is Working Hard on New Self-Produced Song
EXID’s Junghwa Lands Lead Role in Fantasy Romance Web Drama
Girl group EXID‘s Junghwa is set to star in an upcoming fantasy romance drama entitled “Mask.” She will take on the female lead role and portray Enita, a girl group member known for her doll-like beauty. Acting alongside Junghwa will be Kim Jin Woo, who will play pastry chef Yoo No. The story begins with Junghwa as the chubby… Continue reading EXID’s Junghwa Lands Lead Role in Fantasy Romance Web Drama