SM the Ballad’s “Tomorrow…” had originally received a harmful media status by the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family (Herefater, MOGEF) because the lyrics contained a reference to “alcohol.” On October 14, the MOGEF stated that “SM the Ballad’s ‘I Miss You too Much’ had received a harmful media status but after the lawsuit and the Supreme Court’s decision, we have removed the harmful media status.” On August 25, SM Entertainment’s lawsuit against the MOGEF was decided in SM Entertainment’s favor. “SM the Ballad” was SM Entertainment’s project group made up of, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, SHINee’s Jong Hyun, Trax’ Jay, and JINO. After about 50 days since the court decision the Ministry of Gender Equality has made the official announcement.
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Korean Wave Strikes at F1 Grand Prix Korea
On October 15, the official race course for the F1 Grand Prix Korea was opened in Yeongam. 200,000 people gathered for the debut of the Korean International Circuit track. Hallyu struck the grand opening of the 5.615 kilometer race circuit. The main idols who represent the Korean wave were present: ranging from SNSD, Super Junior, T-ara, Davichi, 4Minute, F.T. Island, Infinite, Jewelry, Orange Caramel, Brown Eyed Girls, along with many other idol groups to give a two hour performance for the opening celebrations.
Orange Caramel Comeback as Cute Bruce Lee
Orange Caramel is back this time as miniature Bruce Lees. Their concept for their new song "Shanghai Romance," has been gaining attention for its unique focus on traditional Chinese kung fu and as well as the qi pao. Altering the trademark Bruce Lee training suits into minidresses, the girls became three Bruce Lees on stage.
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2011 – October Week 3
Brown Eyed Girls’ "Sixth Sense" moves up five spots to become our new No. 1 song in just its second week on the chart.
SBS Inkigayo 10.16.11
Brown Eyed Girl’s takes the win on this week’s Inkigayo. Comeback performances today were by Orange Caramel, FT Island and Wheesung. Rookie girl group C-REAL had their debut stage.
Asian Artists Brave the Rain for the 2011 Asia Song Festival
This year the Asia Song Festival was held in the city of Daegu on October 15. It was a rainy night that brought interruptions to the event but the invited groups of Asian artists warmed up the night with their energetic performances.
2011 Asia Song Festival
MBC Music Core 10.15.11
Performances: Super Junior, Brown Eyed Girls, Infinite, FT Island, 4Minute, T-ara, Wheesung, Davichi, Orange Caramel, Kim Kyu Jong, Kan Mi Yeon, Boyfriend, Maybee, Jewelry S, Dal Shabet
SNSD Ranked #1 as Most Influential Idol in the K-Pop Boom
A national survey was conducted from October 7 to 14 on an internet movie site called Max Movie (www.maxmovie.com). The survey asked the site viewers, “Which idol has had the biggest influence and contributed the most to the K-Pop Boom?” SNSD was ranked as #1 as the idol to have had the most influence in leading the K-Pop Boom or Hallyu Wave.
Super Junior’s Kim Ki Bum Addresses Eyelid Surgery Rumors
Super Junior’s Kim Ki Bum, who is currently appearing in the drama “Tree With Deep Roots” as scholar Park Paeng Nyun, personally addressed eyelid surgery rumors on his Twitter. Many viewers of the drama remarked on Kim Ki Bum’s eyes, saying that they looked bloated like they have gone under surgery.