On August 9, ZE:A’s Kwang Hee, Siwan, and Dong Jun appeared on YTN’s “News & Issue – Issue and People” and shared their thoughts on the recent T-ara “bullying” controversy. Siwan was first asked, “Bullying issues are becoming a serious topic among girl group members. What do you think about the T-ara issue?” “It simply doesn’t feel… Continue reading Siwan and Kwang Hee Share How ZE:A Deals with Bullying Issues
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Former T-ara Member Hwayoung Snaps a Silly Selca with Twin Sister in Bed
Earlier this morning, Five Dolls’ Hyoyoung shared a photo of herself with twin sister, Hwayoung, on her Twitter. The photo came without text and displayed the sisters’ close relationship. In the photos, the two showed off their playful nature with various expressions – ranging from smiling to glaring, pouting, and smiling. Netizens were especially drawn… Continue reading Former T-ara Member Hwayoung Snaps a Silly Selca with Twin Sister in Bed
New Video Argues Hwayoung Was NOT Bullied by T-ara
Just when you thought the whole Hwayoung/T-ara controversy was settling down, another video popped up online allegedly proving T-ara in fact did NOT harass or bully Hwayoung. The video, titled “Video to explain T-ara’s bullying,” runs for roughly 4-minutes and shows a series of clips proving Hwayoung and the rest of the T-ara members getting… Continue reading New Video Argues Hwayoung Was NOT Bullied by T-ara
Netizens Plaster Websites with Complaints Regarding T-ara’s Continued TV Appearance
With T-ara’s continued appearance on air, netizens are voicing their complaints. Recently, Jiyeon and Eunjung recorded an episode of KBS’s “Escaping Emergency Situation No. 1.” Producers ultimately decided not to edit out their portions and aired the show as is last night. 6. After the broadcast, viewers logged on to the show’s homepage and expressed… Continue reading Netizens Plaster Websites with Complaints Regarding T-ara’s Continued TV Appearance
T-ara’s Soyeon in “Haeundae Lovers” Draws in Mixed Responses
After the recent whirlwind of controversies, T-ara‘s Soyeon has showed her first steps into acting, which drew mixed responses. On August 6, the first episode of “Haeundae Lovers” aired and viewers were able to see Soyeon’s first attempt at acting. WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD Soyeon plays the role of Lee Kwan Soon, who is a troublemaker… Continue reading T-ara’s Soyeon in “Haeundae Lovers” Draws in Mixed Responses
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – August Week 1
We have another new No. 1 song this week but it is not from an idol group. Psy’s “Gangnam Style” moves up six spots to pass all the idol challengers and wins easily with a high score of 968 points. As we mentioned last week, “Gangnam Style” has outperformed all other songs on GAON, Billboard… Continue reading Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2012 – August Week 1
Shin Bo Ra Takes Jab at 2PM’s Nichkhun and T-ara
Shin Bo Ra’s lines from her latest skit on KBS “Gag Concert” have drawn massive interest online for allegedly taking a jab at 2PM’s Nichkhun and T-ara. On August 5, Shin Bo Ra appeared on the weekly “Brave Brothers” segment with her rapping crew. Her dig for this week was aimed at all idol singers,… Continue reading Shin Bo Ra Takes Jab at 2PM’s Nichkhun and T-ara
“Quiz To Change the World” Airs Without Editing Out T-ara, Viewers Show Negative Response
With heated and multifaceted drama surrounding T-ara this past week, MBC’s “Quiz To Change the World” aired on August 4 without editing out members of T-ara. Members Jiyeon, Eunjung, and Ahreum appeared throughout the entire episode both in group shots and individual shots. Because the episode was filmed before the Hwayoung controversy, much attention has… Continue reading “Quiz To Change the World” Airs Without Editing Out T-ara, Viewers Show Negative Response
TJinYo’s Rally in Front of CCM Headquarters Cancelled Due to Lack of Preparation
Following the T-ara bullying controversy and Hwayoung leaving the group, several opposing groups have been formed among the netizens such as TJinYo. TJinYo was supposed to hold a demonstration in front of the Core Contents Media headquarters on August 4 but the event got cancelled. On August 2, a group from TJinYo submitted rally registration… Continue reading TJinYo’s Rally in Front of CCM Headquarters Cancelled Due to Lack of Preparation
Actor Ahn Jae Min Supports T-ara Eunjung
Currently, due to the T-ara controversy it would seem that public opinion is against T-ara minus the expelled member Hwayoung. The actor Ahn Jae Min however is supporting Eunjung. He wrote on August 1, “The Eunjung I know is very pure. She gets lonely easily and out of the people that I know she is… Continue reading Actor Ahn Jae Min Supports T-ara Eunjung