It was another fun week with celebrities capturing moments of everyday life and sharing them on social media! Super Junior’s Siwon celebrated Girls’ Generation Tiffany’s birthday together, while Jang Geun Suk thanked his mom with a sweet message! Also, make sure you check out Big Bang’s G-Dragon taking a paparazzi photo of Daesung, and a photo… Continue reading Celebrity Candid Moments in K-Pop This Week!
Tag: T-ara
Hwayoung Addresses New Agency Issue
Hwayoung spoke with local media and addressed issues surrounding her new agency. On August 3, Star News quoted a source who met with Hwayoung and Hyoyoung the night before, and said, “Hwayoung is exhausted from the whole controversy, but she’s doing her best to collect herself and calm down. She vowed to refocus and work… Continue reading Hwayoung Addresses New Agency Issue
Ex-T-ara Member Hwayoung Changes Profile Picture to Express Change of Heart?
Former T-ara member Hwayoung recently updated her profile picture on her Twitter. Ever since the T-ara controversy, which involved rumors of bullying and Hwayoung’s unacceptable behavior, her every move has made headlines in Korea. Therefore, her latest change is no exception. Many netizens began speculating that this move symbolized a fresh start for the young… Continue reading Ex-T-ara Member Hwayoung Changes Profile Picture to Express Change of Heart?
CCM CEO Kim Kwang Soo Admits to T-ara Conflict in Interview
On July 31, it was announced by Core Contents Media (Hereafter, CCM) that T-ara Hwayoung’s contract would be extinguished. Rumors began to emerge about Hwayoung being bullied. A Netizen claimed that she saw Hwayoung get slapped in the face. Afterwards, because of the media and Netizen backlash, the CEO Kim Kwang Soo ended up reporting that he met with Hwayoung’s parents.… Continue reading CCM CEO Kim Kwang Soo Admits to T-ara Conflict in Interview
T-ara’s Agency Core Contents Media to File Criminal Lawsuits Against Media Sources that Spread Rumors
T-ara’s agency Core Contents Media plans to file criminal lawsuits against 7 different media sources that posted the Internet posts without filtration. A representative of Core Contents Media stated on August 3, “We have hired 2 lawyer and will file criminal lawsuits against media sources. These media sources reported on Internet posts without checking the… Continue reading T-ara’s Agency Core Contents Media to File Criminal Lawsuits Against Media Sources that Spread Rumors
K-Pop Olympics!
Haha yes yes yes I know, how corny can we get. Combine the Olympics and K-Pop? (Variety shows are doing it!) I’ve been spending my nights watching the Olympics, especially judo woot! I came to the realization that a lot of K-Pop dances involve some sort of motion that is reminiscent of Olympics sports! Of… Continue reading K-Pop Olympics!
T-ara Controversy is Making Hwayoung Win the Hearts of Male Fans
Although ex-T-ara member Hwayoung is going through some tough times due to her leaving team after being swept up in a bullying controversy, ironically, this situation is gaining her many male fans. In various celebrity fan forums, the number of male fans, who claim that Hwayoung became their ideal girl, are increasing. Some male fans… Continue reading T-ara Controversy is Making Hwayoung Win the Hearts of Male Fans
Netizens Look Back at Wonder Girls’ Relationship with Newest Member Hye Lim Following T-ara Scandal
Following the T-ara bullying controversy, netizens have been gaining interest in other girl groups and their team harmony. Recently, the teamwork of the Wonder Girls have been a hot topic among netizens. On August 1, a post was made on an online community forum titled, “The Wonder Girls’ Attitude Toward New Member Hye Lim,” along… Continue reading Netizens Look Back at Wonder Girls’ Relationship with Newest Member Hye Lim Following T-ara Scandal
Old Japanese News Article Shows More Evidence of T-ara’s Bullying
Did Japanese media foresee Hwayoung’s departure? A copy of an old Japanese newspaper surfaced on Korean online community boards on August 2, showing more evidence of T-ara’s bullying with Hwayoung. The article, published last February, was titled, “Korea’s #1 hit group T-ara disband…” with captions that read, “18 year old Hwayoung, mental shock with the… Continue reading Old Japanese News Article Shows More Evidence of T-ara’s Bullying
TJinyo the Group Asking for the Truth from T-ara to Hold Demonstration in Front of CCM on August 4
On July 31, it was announced by Core Contents Media (Hereafter, CCM) that T-ara Hwayoung’s contract would be extinguished. Afterwards, because of the media and Netizen backlash, the CEO Kim Kwang Soo ended up reporting that he met with Hwayoung’s parents. He also reported on the fact that Hwayoung and her sister Hyoyoung met together. Fans and Netizens alike… Continue reading TJinyo the Group Asking for the Truth from T-ara to Hold Demonstration in Front of CCM on August 4