As a Soompi writer, I have the chance to read both comments on our news articles, which come from an international, English-speaking audience, and comments on articles aggregated in Korean search portals like Naver and Daum. Reading comments often befuddle me because international audience and Korean audience sometimes show different reactions to the same issue. Also,… Continue reading Korean Netizen vs International Reactions to K-Pop News
Tag: Jessica
Berry Good’s Seoyool Wants to Be Like the Jung Sisters with Sister AOA’s Yuna
In a recent interview, Berry Good’s Seoyool opened up about her close relationship with her older sister Yuna who is a member of girl group AOA. Seoyool commented, “Yuna is not just my older sister but my sunbae who became a singer before me. [She] advised me to speak confidently and be proactive despite being… Continue reading Berry Good’s Seoyool Wants to Be Like the Jung Sisters with Sister AOA’s Yuna
Jessica Would Like to Work with Krystal in the Future
On February 10, Chinese entertainment media outlet Kpopstarz released an interview with former Girls’ Generation member and current creative director of BLANC & ECLARE, Jessica. In the interview, Jessica was asked whether she would be interested in forming a two-member girl group with her younger sister Krystal, who is a member of girl group f(x). She laughed and replied,… Continue reading Jessica Would Like to Work with Krystal in the Future
Jessica Finally Joins Instagram!
Former Girls’ Generation member and creative director of Blanc Group Jessica has finally joined Instagram! So far, her account @jessica.syj contains only one post, which was uploaded on February 1 KST. In the video, Jessica smiles and waves at the camera, saying “Hi everyone!” The caption reads, “Sorry I’m so late to the party! @official_blancgroup #firstpost… Continue reading Jessica Finally Joins Instagram!
K-Pop Idols: Who Trained the Longest and the Shortest?
With the recent debut of G.Soul who trained for 15 years, the length of K-Pop idols training (which can be particularly long in the K-Pop industry) has become a hot topic. Is it necessary to train for that long? How long exactly should one train for? Idols often discuss how long or how short their training… Continue reading K-Pop Idols: Who Trained the Longest and the Shortest?
Jessica and Yuri Both Spotted in Hong Kong At Different Events
Jessica and Yuri were both spotted in Hong Kong, although heading to different events. According to Hong Kong media on January 28, Jessica attended a fashion brand event and revealed her future plans to local reporters. She said, “I am currently reviewing the scenarios of films and dramas,” while expressing her hopes to work with her friend… Continue reading Jessica and Yuri Both Spotted in Hong Kong At Different Events
Jessica and Krystal Pose with lapalette Bags in Vogue Korea
Magazine Vogue Korea has taken to Instagram to post pictures of celebrity sisters Jessica and Krystal posing for fashion brand lapalette. The fashion label specializes in handbags and other accessories, and the former Girls’ Generation star and current f(x) member have been modeling for the company for some time now. Some of the images have… Continue reading Jessica and Krystal Pose with lapalette Bags in Vogue Korea
Jessica Rumored to Have Terminated Her Contract with SM Entertainment
Former Girls’ Generation member Jessica is rumored to have terminated her contract with SM Entertainment. The rumor is based on a Weibo post made by Jessica’s official fan club in China, Jung SooYeon Bar, on January 28, which states that according to Jessica’s Hong Kong PR manager Mr. Ting, Jessica’s contract with SM has been terminated. After announcing her… Continue reading Jessica Rumored to Have Terminated Her Contract with SM Entertainment
G-Friend Member Shinbi Causes Stir Online for Her Resemblance to Jessica
The uncanny resemblance of Jessica and G-Friend member Shinbi has the internet talking. The above photo, comparing the two artists, was recently posted to an online community site following the recent release of new girl group G-Friend’s member photos. Inspection of Shinbi’s photo reveals many similarities to Jessica, including a sharp nose, slender jaw line,… Continue reading G-Friend Member Shinbi Causes Stir Online for Her Resemblance to Jessica
Jessica Gearing Up for Possible U.S. Advancement with Help of Jermaine Jackson
It appears that Jessica may be gearing up for her very own solo debut with the help of American singer Jermaine Jackson. Previously, many fans speculated that former Girls’ Generation member Jessica was preparing to make her advancement into the U.S. market due to a post made by Reggie Martin on his personal Weibo account… Continue reading Jessica Gearing Up for Possible U.S. Advancement with Help of Jermaine Jackson