SM Entertainment has given fans a chance to go on a date—albeit a virtual reality (VR) one—with Red Velvet’s Irene! On May 11, the company launched the new app “STAR DATE #IRENE,” which offers users the opportunity to experience a VR date with the idol. The app features Irene in various romantic date settings, such… Continue reading SM Launches VR Dating App For Red Velvet’s Irene
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Jack Of All Trades: 7 Reasons Why Henry Is Amazing
When the news about Henry leaving SM came out, fans and industry insiders were not really surprised. Even though he was appearing in some variety shows, debuted a solo EP back in 2013-2014, and released a comeback track called “Monster,” Henry left SM in amicable terms after his contract ended. The show must go on, as they say,… Continue reading Jack Of All Trades: 7 Reasons Why Henry Is Amazing
SM Entertainment Gives Exciting Details On SMTOWN Museum
SM Entertainment has revealed some photos and details of the SMTOWN Museum opening on May 4! Located on the third floor of SMTOWN Coex Artium, the SMTOWN Museum is the first K-pop space to combine entertainment, exhibition, technology, and experience. It will consist of nine exhibits, including an MCN Studio, a place to take AR photos with… Continue reading SM Entertainment Gives Exciting Details On SMTOWN Museum
Breaking: Henry Leaves SM Entertainment
Henry will be parting ways with SM Entertainment after a decade. On April 30, SM Entertainment revealed, “Henry’s exclusive contract recently expired, and we have ended on good terms.” Henry plans on establishing a one-man agency to continue his activities. Henry debuted in April 2008 through the unit Super Junior-M and began activities as a solo singer in… Continue reading Breaking: Henry Leaves SM Entertainment
Trainees From JYP, SM, And YG To Reportedly Not Participate In “Produce 48”
Reportedly no trainees from the “Big 3” agencies will be joining “Produce 48.” According to industry representatives on April 11, JYP Entertainment, SM Entertainment, and YG Entertainment have decided to not send any trainees to the new program. Many were especially curious about the participation of a JYP Entertainment trainee, as Jeon Somi placed first on “Produce 101,”… Continue reading Trainees From JYP, SM, And YG To Reportedly Not Participate In “Produce 48”
SMTOWN Artists Enjoy Quality Time Together In Dubai
On April 6, SM Entertainment artists held “SMTOWN Live World Tour VI in Dubai” at Autism Rocks Arena. On their way and throughout their time in Dubai, SM Entertainment and several of the artists updated fans with plenty of photos through social media. First, photos were shared at the press conference, rehearsals, and concert. View… Continue reading SMTOWN Artists Enjoy Quality Time Together In Dubai
SM Entertainment Artists Pose Together Before Flight To Dubai For SMTOWN Concert
SM Entertainment artists are off to Dubai! On April 5, artists including members of Girls’ Generation, f(x), Super Junior, TVXQ, TraxX, EXO, Red Velvet, and NCT took off for “SMTOWN Live World Tour VI in Dubai.” Before the flight, they posed together for several photos and videos. Girls’ Generation members Hyoyeon and YoonA shared a cute… Continue reading SM Entertainment Artists Pose Together Before Flight To Dubai For SMTOWN Concert
8 Reasons Why BoA Is The Queen Of K-Pop
The rise of today’s most popular K-pop groups and their expansion to the world market can be credited to their home agencies, producers, trainers, staff, stylists, and of course, the fans who made it all happen. But much of it can also be attributed to another important aspect: their senior K-pop stars who paved the way for their… Continue reading 8 Reasons Why BoA Is The Queen Of K-Pop
Tao Loses Final Appeal In Lawsuit Against SM Entertainment
The final decision has been made on Tao’s lawsuit against SM Entertainment. On March 20, SM Entertainment revealed, “On March 15, 2018, in the Supreme Court appeal for the lawsuit against the company for the invalidity of Tao’s exclusive contract, the Supreme Court rejected the appeal of Tao’s side.” “Through this result, the Supreme Court declared that the exclusive… Continue reading Tao Loses Final Appeal In Lawsuit Against SM Entertainment
SM Entertainment Becomes Largest Stockholder Of KeyEast And FNC Add Culture
SM Entertainment has expanded their business even further! On March 14, KOSDAQ (Korean Securities Dealers Automated Quotations) announced that SM Entertainment is acquiring entertainment agency KeyEast and drama production company FNC Add Culture, a subsidiary of FNC Entertainment. SM Entertainment acquired 19,545,071 shares (25.12 percent) of KeyEast stocks, which belonged to actor Bae Yong Joon, for 50… Continue reading SM Entertainment Becomes Largest Stockholder Of KeyEast And FNC Add Culture