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
Tag: T-ara
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
Celebrity Candid Moments in K-Pop This Week!
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!
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