Well-known public figure, cartoonist Lee Mal Ryun expressed his frustration over T-ara’s scandal in a rather blunt manner. On July 30, he tweeted, “T-ara you crazy b*tches, because of you, all news about the Olympics are getting buried.” One netizen replied in an equally abusive tone, “Stupid idiot, people like you should stop talking about… Continue reading Cartoonist Disses T-ara and Recent Controversy
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Core Contents Media CEO Tweets: “If Hwayoung Apologizes, I Will Discuss the Possibility of Her Return to T-ara”
News about T-ara members bullying Hwayoung and her departure from the group have flooded the internet, becoming the hottest trending topic of the day. The news came as a shock to many domestic as well as international fans. On July 30, Kim Kwang Soo, CEO of Core Contents Media, tweeted in English, “Hwayoung’s recent behavior… Continue reading Core Contents Media CEO Tweets: “If Hwayoung Apologizes, I Will Discuss the Possibility of Her Return to T-ara”
Core Content Media Trainee Reveals T-ara’s Jiyeon’s Bullying
With the controversy surrounding the bullying scandal of T-ara and Hwayoung heating up, more and more evidence of T-ara’s internal bullying has been surfacing. Recently, one netizen claiming to be a trainee at Core Contents Media revealed Jiyeon’s bullish behavior. The anonymous writer started, “I am a second year trainee who is under the same… Continue reading Core Content Media Trainee Reveals T-ara’s Jiyeon’s Bullying
Alleged T-ara Back Dancer Statement Points to Hazing: CCM Denies
The T-ara Hwayoung controversy is continuing on as more screen shots and pictures have appeared pointing in the direction of bullying or showing that there was no bullying going on. Recently, a Netizen that identified herself as a back dancer wrote a statement on an online community board. It isn’t possible to tell if the… Continue reading Alleged T-ara Back Dancer Statement Points to Hazing: CCM Denies
Core Contents Media Rep: “Hwayoung’s Contract Got Cancelled Because She Would Not Go on Stage”
Yesterday the Core Contents Media CEO Kim Kwang Soo did not give too much details regarding his somewhat vague press release or during interviews. However, it seems that Core Contents Media has changed their mind because of all the negative press? A Core Contents Media representative stated on July 31, “This incident is spreading in… Continue reading Core Contents Media Rep: “Hwayoung’s Contract Got Cancelled Because She Would Not Go on Stage”
A Petition for T-ara’s Disbandment has Started Online
Public upset over the recent T-ara controversy continues as a petition calling for the group to disband was created. Netizens have begun efforts to take down the girl group after their bullying scandal was made public. A petition titled, “T-ara’s Disbandment” was posted to an online portal site. The post stated, “Since debut you should… Continue reading A Petition for T-ara’s Disbandment has Started Online
Past Photos of T-ara’s Hyomin Locking Lips with Her Ex-Boyfriend Surface Online
Past photos of T-ara’s Hyomin with her ex-boyfriend has surfaced online, adding fuel to the entire Hwayoung controversy. On July 30, photos titled “T-ara Hyomin’s pre-debut photos with her ex-boyfriend exposed!” were posted on an online community board. The photos, reportedly taken when Hyomin was in High School, show the star singer on a date… Continue reading Past Photos of T-ara’s Hyomin Locking Lips with Her Ex-Boyfriend Surface Online
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – July Week 4
Ever since our weekly K-Pop music chart started in 2005, no digital single has hit No. 1 – until this week! 2NE1’s “I Love You” rises three spots to become the first ever digital single to top our chart. When we started our chart in 2005, digital single was just starting to emerge. Today it… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – July Week 4
Japan Shows Interest in T-ara Controversy
Japanese fans are watching the situation involving girl group T-ara with great interest. Since the bullying rumors involving T-ara surfaced, the issue is being closely watched by the Japanese media. Hwayoung‘s injury all the way to the last day of their Japanese performances was covered by the media. In a phone conversation with SportsSeoul.com explained,… Continue reading Japan Shows Interest in T-ara Controversy
Chinese Netizens Also Disappointed in Hwayoung’s Expulsion from T-ara
On July 30, Kim Kwang Soo, CEO of Core Contents Media, announced revocation of T-ara‘s now formal member Hwayoung‘s contract. He explained the reasons behind Hwayoung’s departure from the group as “conflicts with staff members” and “bad effects on T-ara’s teamwork.” He did not mention or explain anything regarding the “bully rumors.” However, most netizens… Continue reading Chinese Netizens Also Disappointed in Hwayoung’s Expulsion from T-ara