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RIIZE’s Wonbin Faces Alleged Harassment Incident by Fan site Member
A troubling incident involving RIIZE’s Wonbin has surfaced, shedding light on the invasive behaviour of a fansite member during a music event. In April, a woman was apprehended by the Kanagawa police after being found trespassing in the changing room at The Performance, a music event. Initially claiming to search for a lost admission ticket, her peculiar actions drew suspicion from the event staff. It was revealed that she had been fixating on Wonbin, making repeated attempts to engage with…
Zico, SEVENTEEN & NewJeans Set for Grand Comebacks Amid HYBE & Min Hee-jin Dispute
Amidst the internal conflict at HYBE, several artists are gearing up for highly anticipated comebacks and debuts, showcasing their resilience and commitment to their music careers. Zico, under HYBE’s label KOZ Entertainment, is making his return as a singer with the digital single “SPOT!” featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie. This collaboration promises a unique blend of Zico’s rhythmic rap style and Jennie’s mesmerising vocals. The teaser for “SPOT!” already gained traction on YouTube, topping the Korean Trending Chart. SEVENTEEN is set to…
BABYMONSTER to Unleash “Monster-like Skills” with Newly Arranged “SHEESH” on Music Shows
YG Entertainment announced that BABYMONSTER will showcase their “monster-like skills” with a special performance of “SHEESH” on upcoming music shows. The group is set to appear on Mnet’s “M Countdown” and SBS’s “Inkigayo” on April 25th and 28th, presenting more intense live performances with newly arranged band sound. It’s uncommon for groups to perform with arranged music on music shows during their promotions, but YG Entertainment explained that these special stages are a token of gratitude for the overwhelming support…
NewJeans’ Parents Reject Meeting with HYBE Over “Insincere Response”
Amidst the ongoing conflict between ADOR and HYBE over allegations of ILLIT copying NewJeans, a recent report from Korean media outlet DongA sheds light on the strained relationship, revealing that NewJeans’ parents refused to meet with HYBE due to what they perceived as an “insincere response.” According to DongA, the issue began when NewJeans’ parents initially raised concerns with ADOR after the controversy surrounding ILLIT’s alleged copying emerged in March. ADOR subsequently sent a letter to HYBE, chaired by Bang…
ILLIT Shares Behind-the-Scenes Story of Recording “Magnetic”: “Took Us 2 Hours for the Intro Part”
During their appearance on SBS PowerFM’s “Cultwo Show” to promote their first mini-album “Super Real Me,” ILLIT (Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee, Iroha) shared intriguing behind-the-scenes details about their hit song “Magnetic.” Minju revealed that the group encountered challenges during the recording process, particularly with the intro part of “Magnetic.” It took them a dedicated two-hour session to capture the desired emotion, requiring additional recording sessions the following day to perfect it. Yunah, reflecting on her initial doubts, expressed how listening…
NewJeans Faces Massive Fine of 210 Billion Won if Contract with HYBE Ends
According to a report from Business Post, NewJeans could face a substantial penalty of 210 billion Won if they decide to terminate their contract with HYBE and align with Min Hee-jin. The calculation is based on industry standards and contractual obligations. NewJeans, having paid off initial investments and received salaries in just two months of their debut, has demonstrated remarkable financial performance. Industry estimates indicate that typical girl group investment costs range from 7 billion to 10 billion Won. Since its…