After announcing that EXO‘s solo concert will go on as planned, despite the situation with member Kris filing a lawsuit against the company, SM Entertainment announced on the same day that they will take legal action about the rumors and falsities spreading on the internet. On May 16, SM Entertainment released a statement saying, “We will… Continue reading SM to Take Legal Actions Against Malicious Rumors and False Facts Spreading Because of Kris’ Lawsuit
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Kris’ Legal Representation States SM Denied Kris’ Movie and Drama Proposals
EXO-M leader Kris recently filed a lawsuit for termination of his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment, and has yet been unreachable but for his legal representation. In the midst of Kris’ disappearance, Hankyul, the law firm in charge of Kris’ case, revealed the EXO member’s stance through an interview with Chinese media outlet Sina on… Continue reading Kris’ Legal Representation States SM Denied Kris’ Movie and Drama Proposals
SM Announces EXO Concert Will Go On as Planned, Kris’ Attendance Unsure, Other Members Speak Out
On May 15, EXO-M leader Kris surprised the entertainment industry by filing a lawsuit for a contract termination from his agency, SM Entertainment. On that day, SM gave only a brief statement saying that they would look into the matter. Since then SM Entertainment has remained silent, while sources from Kris’ side claimed that the… Continue reading SM Announces EXO Concert Will Go On as Planned, Kris’ Attendance Unsure, Other Members Speak Out
Reports Claim SM Violated EXO-M Kris’ Basic Civil Rights
On May 15, Chinese media outlet Sina reported that EXO-M’s Kris has filed a lawsuit to terminate his contract with SM Entertainment. The Seoul Central District Court confirmed this, but said that they have yet to process the request. The law firm representing Kris is the same one that represented Hangeng back in 2009 when… Continue reading Reports Claim SM Violated EXO-M Kris’ Basic Civil Rights
[Update] Kris Hired Hangeng’s Former Law Firm to File Contract Termination from SM
On May 15, Sina, a Chinese media source, reported that EXO-M‘s Kris has asked his agency, SM Entertainment, to terminate his contract. The report from Sina said, “Kris has filed a lawsuit to end his contract. There have been rumors since a month ago that Kris was going to end his contract. It is surprising… Continue reading [Update] Kris Hired Hangeng’s Former Law Firm to File Contract Termination from SM
EXO’s Tao and Lay Take Friendly Selcas with SM’s Lee Soo Man
Tao and Lay, members of male group EXO, have shared happy selcas taken together with the founding chairman of SM Entertainment, Lee Soo Man. On May 9, the two idols uploaded photos on their Instagram accounts. Lay kept his title short and simple, “Mister Lee Soo Man,” whereas Tao expressed his strong affection for their… Continue reading EXO’s Tao and Lay Take Friendly Selcas with SM’s Lee Soo Man
SM Entertainment Join Forces with China’s Biggest Portal Baidu
SM Entertainment is looking to expand their presence in the Chinese market by collaborating with China’s biggest portal site Baidu. On May 8, SM Entertainment chairman Lee Soo Man met with Baidu Group’s CEO Robin Lee to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU). SM Entertainment, SM C&C, Baidu, and Baidu’s online video service iqiyi will… Continue reading SM Entertainment Join Forces with China’s Biggest Portal Baidu
When Will EXO Be Making Their Long-Awaited Comeback?
EXO is garnering interest in the music industry as fans are waiting for their highly-anticipated comeback. The group’s comeback with their mini album “Overdose” was initially set for April 21, however, in light of the Sewol Ferry incident, the release was tentatively postponed. However, it is getting harder to push the comeback any further. EXO… Continue reading When Will EXO Be Making Their Long-Awaited Comeback?
SM, Universal Music Japan and AVEX Collaborate to Establish Everysing Japan
SM Entertainment will be holding hands with AVEX Group Holdings and Universal Music Japan to start a new company in Japan. SM Entertainment’s representative Lee Soo Man met with Universal Music Japan’s president Naoshi Fujikura and Shinji Hayashi of Avex Vanguard on April 30 to talk about establishing “Everysing Japan.” “Everysing Japan” will be a company that will greatly… Continue reading SM, Universal Music Japan and AVEX Collaborate to Establish Everysing Japan
Jin Ho Hyun Drops Ballad “Love Blinds” MV Composed by SM Entertainment’s Former Hitmaker
Singer-songwriter Jin Ho Hyun is back after six months. On April 30, Jin Ho Hyun released the music video for “Love Blinds.” The track is of the ballad genre and is written by composer Lee Yoon Jae, who is known for his many hits with SM Entertainment artists like TVXQ and SHINee. He gave the… Continue reading Jin Ho Hyun Drops Ballad “Love Blinds” MV Composed by SM Entertainment’s Former Hitmaker