Controversy Continues for A Pink’s Hong Yoo Kyung

 

On May 3, we reported that the father, Hong Ha Jong, of A Pink‘s Hong Yoo Kyung left a message on his personal SNS account, demanding an apology from A Cube Entertainment and for his daughter’s reinstatement into the group. The controversy regarding Hong Yoo Kyung’s departure from A Pink continues with her father leaving yet another message for the public.

 

Hong Ha Jong wrote on May 6, “Early last year, Yoo Kyung suffered because of the media play on her being a daughter of a rich family. But she endured, thinking that it will help spread A Pink’s name. But after releasing the news about Yoo Kyung’s departure from the group, the media play saying she ‘muk-twi…” “Muk-twi” is the shortening of a Korean phrase that literally means “ate and left” and metaphorically means enjoying the fruits but not doing any of the labor or escaping responsibility.

 

He continued, “The media play that they discussed it with Yoo Kyung’s mother…If they just said sorry and asked me to bear it for the sake of the rest of the members of A Pink I could have, but I think I have to write about how we came about signing the agreement.”

 

In response, A Cube Entertainment stated to No Cut News on May 7, “We are sorry to see the controversy continue to grow at this point when an agreement has already been reached.” To Star News the agency said, “There is no problem even if he reveals the agreement. Our stance that it was not an expulsion has not changed.”

 

On April 23, A Cube Entertainment announced the withdrawal of member Hong Yoo Kyung from A Pink to pursue her studies. Since then, rumors and controversy has continued to arise.

Teen Top’s Niel Was Asked Out by Girl Group Member “S” from JYP

 

On the most recent episode of MBC’s “Radio Star,” which was aired on May 8, Shinhwa’s Andy revealed a secret involving idol group Teen Top’s Niel.

 

During the show, one of the MCs asked, “Is it true that Teen Top’s Niel was asked out by a member of a girl group?” Andy answered, “I actually asked him about it once.”

 

He continued, “Niel told me, ‘I can’t tell you who it is.’ But I was so curious. The only thing I could find out was that this ‘S’ belonged to a girl group from JYP.”

 

Andy also added disappointedly, “I really tried to find out, but he won’t tell me.”

 

Popular girl group members in JYP whose name starts with ‘S’ and who aren’t married include Suzy, Sunmi, and Sohee. So, who do you think this “S” is?

Harvard Gazette Writes About PSY and His Upcoming Visit

 

Recently on the official Harvard University online community, an article featuring singer PSY was uploaded.

The article on “Harvard Gazette” stated,

 

“Best known for his 2012 smash hit ‘Gangnam Style,’ the multiplatinum single that merged Korean flavor with global pop panache, PSY has mesmerized critics and fans worldwide with his enigmatic dance moves and unforgettable presence. The first music video in history to surpass 1 billion views on YouTube, the song went on to become both the ‘most-viewed’ and ‘most-liked’ on the site. His 2013 follow-up ‘Gentleman’ has nearly 300 million views in three weeks and set a new YouTube record with 38 million views in a single day.”

 

PSY has planned to visit Harvard on May 9 to perform his hit songs “Gentleman” and “Gangnam Style” and also to talk about Korean culture.

Vibe Sings “I Hate Mama” on Parents’ Day

The irony. Vocal group Vibe released a audio teaser for “I Hate Mama” on May 8, which is Parents’ Day in South Korea. “I Hate Mama” is a track off the group’s long awaited fifth full album, “Organic Sound.” It is actually a heart-warming song that speaks of a son’s love and sadness for what seems like a departed mother.

 

At the end of the clip, viewers can see a message left by the president of Vibe’s agency, Music & New, saying, “While recording this son, I called my mother because I missed her so much. Please listen to this short clip and have a happy Parents’ Day. We love all the parents in the world.”

 

You can listen to the audio teaser on Music & New’s official Facebook page or here.

Suzy Looks Adorable in “Gu Family Book” BTS Pics

Although miss A’s Suzy plays a tough somewhat tomboyish character on “Gu Family Book,” it looks as though she still finds time to show off her beautiful and signature “aegyo.” (The act of looking cute!) On May 8 JYP Entertainment revealed behind the scene “aegyo” cuts of Suzy at the “Gu Family Book” filming set.  

 

She is merely wearing what looks like a black martial arts robe, but she still manages to look as beautiful as ever!

 

Suzy plays the character “Dam Yeo Wool” in the drama, and she has a love line with the main character “Gang Chi” that is played by Lee Seung Gi. The drama broadcasts every Monday and Tuesday at 10 pm. (KST) The story revolves around “Gang Chi” who is half-man and half- beast. He is finding a way to become completely human.

 

FT Island’s Lee Hong Ki Reveals His True Personality

 

FT Island lead singer Lee Hong Ki recently revealed his true personality.

 

On May 7, Lee Hong Ki attended the press conference for “Passionate Goodbye” at the Konkuk University Lotte Cinema. He described his role in the movie as “an idol singer who encounters tumultuous periods.” He went on, “My character becomes more mature after having to deal with challenging circumstances. My personality is actually the type that tends to get distracted easily and causes mischief, so trying to play someone opposite of that in the drama was very challenging. I’m thankful that everyone was so supportive, despite the fact that I made a lot of mistakes.”

 

Shim Yi Young who was also present at the press conference shared, “Lee Hong Ki is full of surprises. When he’s off-camera, he’s like an elementary schooler who’s full of mischief. But once the cameras start rolling, he becomes serious and zealous about his performance. I was touched by his enthusiasm.”

Ex-Jewelry Member Lee Ji Hyun Will Become a Mother in October

 

Recently, it was revealed the former member of group Jewelry Lee Ji Hyun, who got married in March, will become a mother in October.

 

Her close acquaintance released the news to eNEWS on May 8, “Lee Ji Hyun was already pregnant when she got married. She will be giving birth to her baby this fall. At the time of her wedding, she wanted to be extra careful for the baby. Currently, she is resting at home.”

 

Lee Ji Hyun met her husband last year at a golf group meeting. After approximately 6 months of dating, they were married on March 24, 2013.

 

Lee Ji Hyun was a member of a popular group Jewelry between 2001 and 2006. After leaving the group, she began her acting career, appearing on various projects including SBS’s “Good Day to Love” in 2007.

Yoo Ah In Prefers to Work with Older Women

On May 7, the staff of SBS‘s “Good Morning” went to visit actors Yoo Ah In and Kim Tae Hee at the set of SBS’s drama “Jang Ok Jung Lives in Love.“ 

 

Yoo Ah In then revealed that Jang Hee Bin is actually older than Suk Jong in the drama. When asked, “Isn’t it a lot more comfortable to act with older women?” Yoo Ah In replied, “I’m always comfortable working with women who are older than me. If I work with younger actresses, I would have to take care of them and lead them. I’m not that old either, so I think that’s why I’m more comfortable working with older women.” 

 

Back in a press conference for the drama, Kim Tae Hee had answered the same question about working with a younger actor and said, “It’s a little burdensome to act opposite of a man six years younger than me…but I will work hard to make sure our characters are a lovely couple.”