On June 29, Yang Hyun Suk revealed photos of the prototype for the new YG Entertainment headquarters building on his personal Instagram. He posted five photos with the captions, “#Prototype_Of_New_YG_HQ_Building #On_Track_For_Completion_July_2019, #Interior_Area_Of_6000_PY, #Took_3_Years_Of_Hard_Thinking_On_Design, and #Recording_For_New_BIGBANG_Album_Will_Take_Place_Here.” Check out the photos below: The building looks modern and sleek in the photos, adding to YG’s image of being… Continue reading Yang Hyun Suk Teases New YG HQ Building And Hints At BIGBANG’s Next Album
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YG Entertainment Chosen In List Of Top 100 Workplaces In South Korea
YG Entertainment was notably the only entertainment agency named as one of the 100 best workplaces in South Korea. On June 28, it was revealed that YG Entertainment was named by the Ministry of Employment and Labor as one of the top 100 places to work. The list of the top 100 workplaces is a part of an initiative… Continue reading YG Entertainment Chosen In List Of Top 100 Workplaces In South Korea
Woo Jin Young’s Agency Files Damage Suit For “MIXNINE” + YG Entertainment Responds
Happyface Entertainment has filed a claim for damages against YG Entertainment. According to the Seoul Central District Court on June 26, the agency filed a 10 million won (approximately $9,000) damage suit for JTBC audition program “MIXNINE.” Happyface Entertainment’s Woo Jin Young placed first place on the show and was set to debut with the final… Continue reading Woo Jin Young’s Agency Files Damage Suit For “MIXNINE” + YG Entertainment Responds
BIGBANG’s Seungri Announced As CEO Of YG Entertainment’s Subsidiary Company YGX
Yang Hyun Suk has revealed more details on YG Entertainment’s subsidiary YGX! On June 4, he took to his Instagram and posted images of a business card, which shows that BIGBANG’s Seungri is a CEO of YGX. The hashtags include “business partner,” “grand opening this August in Hongdae,” and “home to future stars.” YGX was… Continue reading BIGBANG’s Seungri Announced As CEO Of YG Entertainment’s Subsidiary Company YGX
YG Entertainment To Remove Go Ji Yong From SECHSKIES’s Profile Due To Fan Requests
Go Ji Yong will be removed from SECHSKIES’s official profiles. On May 28, YG Entertainment announced, “Due to the requests of fans, we will officially request for the modification of profiles on all portal sites.” The agency added, “It has been two years since SECHSKIES has reunited. The probability of Go Ji Yong joining in… Continue reading YG Entertainment To Remove Go Ji Yong From SECHSKIES’s Profile Due To Fan Requests
Industry Insiders Explain Agencies’ Decisions To Take Legal Action Against Malicious Commenters
The entertainment industry has been in an endless battle against malicious comments for years. Although some have tried taking appropriate action, more and more celebrities are suffering psychologically due to the ongoing and increasing number of malicious commenters. Many entertainment agencies have warned of legal action, but the malicious comments and slanderous posts have not… Continue reading Industry Insiders Explain Agencies’ Decisions To Take Legal Action Against Malicious Commenters
Yang Hyun Suk Confirms And Explains Katie Kim’s Departure From YG, Addresses Her Solo Debut
Yang Hyun Suk has personally confirmed that Katie Kim has left YG Entertainment for a new agency. On May 25, the founder of YG Entertainment addressed fans’ concerns regarding artists who are currently under the agency through a post shared on YG Life. One of the artists mentioned was Katie Kim, the winner of “K-pop… Continue reading Yang Hyun Suk Confirms And Explains Katie Kim’s Departure From YG, Addresses Her Solo Debut
“K-Pop Star 4” Winner Katie Kim Reportedly Leaves YG Entertainment
Katie Kim has reportedly parted ways with YG Entertainment. According to a news outlet on May 24, the “K-Pop Star 4” winner recently left YG Entertainment and is preparing for her debut at another agency. As the winner of “K-Pop Star 4,” one of the prizes was the opportunity to choose between JYP Entertainment, YG… Continue reading “K-Pop Star 4” Winner Katie Kim Reportedly Leaves YG Entertainment
PSY Leaves YG Entertainment After 8 Years
PSY has parted ways with YG Entertainment. On May 15, the agency revealed through an official statement, “YG Entertainment and PSY have decided to conclude our exclusive contract. Through deep conversations with PSY, YG Entertainment has decided to respect PSY’s thoughts of craving new challenges. The statement continues, “YG and PSY have been together with special… Continue reading PSY Leaves YG Entertainment After 8 Years
YG Entertainment Sees Decrease In Operating Profit And Revenue For 1st Quarter of 2018
On May 14, Mirae Asset Daewoo Securities discussed what YG Entertainment’s performance during the first quarter of 2018 was like. The brokerage revealed how YG Entertainment’s performance for this period fell short of market expectations, leading their target stock price to fall by 6.8 percent to 30,000 won (approximately $28.04). Published on May 11, YG… Continue reading YG Entertainment Sees Decrease In Operating Profit And Revenue For 1st Quarter of 2018