“Produce 101” contestant Lee Soomin is no longer training to becoming an idol. It was reported on April 26 that she recently decided to leave her agency Fantagio Music. Her contract has been terminated. This news was confirmed by a representative of Fantagio Music. “Even before appearing on ‘Produce 101,’ Lee Soomin was unsure if she would be a good fit… Continue reading “Produce 101” Contestant Lee Soomin Leaves Fantagio Music
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Update: Mnet Responds to Fair Trade Commission’s Demands for Changes to Strict “Produce 101” Contracts
CJ E&M is finally altering its contracts for those who appeared on Mnet’s girl group audition program “Produce 101.” Previously, the terms of trainees’ contracts revealed that trainees received no monetary compensation for their appearance on the show and had no power to object to any injustices they may have suffered in the process. The Fair Trade Commission stated on… Continue reading Update: Mnet Responds to Fair Trade Commission’s Demands for Changes to Strict “Produce 101” Contracts
Yoo Jae Suk Proves He Is a Huge I.O.I Fan on “Sugar Man”
Yoo Jae Suk goes crazy when he meets I.O.I, a group’s he’s been dying to see! On April 25, “Sugar Man” shared a sneak peek at the appearance of all 11 members of I.O.I on the show. In a photo, Yoo Jae Suk has a wide smile as he stands next to Choi Yoojung, Jeon Somi, and Kim… Continue reading Yoo Jae Suk Proves He Is a Huge I.O.I Fan on “Sugar Man”
GIFs That Perfectly Sum Up The Experience Of Watching A K-Pop Survival Show
The Initial Announcement There’s a new survival show? Another one? They’re really churning these things out lately, huh? I definitely don’t have the time to even attempt this one. Yet, you can’t help but poke around for some preliminary information. Who are the judges? What’s the name of the show? Who’s participating? What company are… Continue reading GIFs That Perfectly Sum Up The Experience Of Watching A K-Pop Survival Show
New Evidence in Alleged Fraud by Choi Eunbin of “Produce 101” Surface; Agency Responds
New photos and documents have been revealed regarding the fraud accusation case against Choi Eunbin, a former trainee of Mnet’s “Produce 101.” According to the documents, Choi Eunbin sent a certificate of content regarding the cancellation of her exclusive contract with her agency Nextar Entertainment this March. Choi Eunbin, who had signed an exclusive contract with Nextar Entertainment on… Continue reading New Evidence in Alleged Fraud by Choi Eunbin of “Produce 101” Surface; Agency Responds
Choi Eunbin From “Produce 101” Accused of Fraud
Choi Eunbin from Mnet’s “Produce 101” has become embroiled in a legal conflict. GM Music, the production company for girl group Black Swan, has filed charges against the former “Produce 101” trainee at the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors’ Office for breach of contract and fraud. According to GM Music, Choi Eunbin had visited the company with Trainee… Continue reading Choi Eunbin From “Produce 101” Accused of Fraud
VIXX Releases Funky MV for “Dynamite” Off New Single Album
VIXX has now released the colorful and psychedelic music video for their title track “Dynamite”! The track is off their comeback single album “Zelos,” which was released on April 19 at midnight KST and is part of VIXX’s year-long “CONCEPTION” project. The group has described each song on the album as being about a different god from… Continue reading VIXX Releases Funky MV for “Dynamite” Off New Single Album
“Produce 101” Trainee Han Hyeri in Demand Among Advertisers
Star Empire‘s trainee Han Hyeri might not have made it to I.O.I, but she appears to impressed many in the advertisement business. The rising star, who finished 12th in Mnet‘s girl group survival show “Produce 101,” is currently in talks to appear in three to four advertisements. Ever since the show finale aired on April 1, her agency has been approached by companies interested in… Continue reading “Produce 101” Trainee Han Hyeri in Demand Among Advertisers
I.O.I Members Vote on Which Member Will Be Leader
Although Jeon Somi won first place in the finale of “Produce 101,” it has been decided that Pledis Entertainment trainee Im Nayoung will be the leader of I.O.I. It was revealed on April 7 that the members themselves voted on which one amongst them they wanted to be the leader. Ultimately, it was the eldest… Continue reading I.O.I Members Vote on Which Member Will Be Leader
Plans for Male Version of Mnet’s “Produce 101” Revealed
As reported previously, fans who were left with wanting more after the end of Mnet‘s idol survival show, “Produce 101,” have a new show to look forward to. 11 members of new girl group I.O.I were recently decided, following the final episode of “Produce 101.” Composed of trainees from various different agencies (including JYP, Jellyfish, Fantagio, M&H, Redline, Pledis, MBK,… Continue reading Plans for Male Version of Mnet’s “Produce 101” Revealed