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T.O.P on Squid Game All Thanks to Lee Jung Jae? Dispatch Says

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023 koreanophileslee jung jae, netflix, squid game, t.o.p

Lee Jung Jae and T.O.P are known for being friends, they’ve built a friendship based on common hobbies. They even went to the Hong Kong Art Fair together and had wine at Lim Se-ryung’s restaurant. In 2014, the secret dating spot of Actor Lee Jung-Jae and Lim Se-ryung was T.O.P’s house in Hannam-dong. The two of them had a couple’s gathering in the luxurious villa of the tower. As his senior, Lee Jung Jae took the initiative to find a role for his junior. In the past, Lee Jung Jae once…

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S.Koreans Are Now A Year or Two Younger Using Int’l Age System

June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 koreanophilesSouth Korea

On Wednesday, South Koreans experienced a decrease in their age by a year or two as new laws mandating the use of the international method of counting age came into effect, replacing the country’s traditional method. Under the traditional age system commonly followed in Korean daily life, individuals are considered to be one year old at birth, and an additional year is added on each January 1st. Since the early 1960s, Korea has adopted the international standard of calculating age from zero at birth and adding a year on each…

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K-Netz Want Song Ji Hyo Out of Running Man

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023 koreanophilesrunning man, sbs, song ji hyo

The public opinion surrounding actress Song Ji Hyo is raising concerns. Criticisms have emerged suggesting that her presence on the long-running SBS variety show ‘Running Man‘ is virtually indistinguishable from being merely a decorative item. Since being part of ‘Running Man’ since July 2010, Song Ji Hyo has held her position for an impressive 13 years. But her presence was on the June 25th episode, Song Ji Hyo participated in solving quizzes, tasting Kongguks, and engaging in a warm-up basketball match with the other members. However, her performance in that…

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iKON Brings TAKE OFF World Tour to Manila

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023 koreanophilesikon, manila, PULP Live World

Brace for impact as iKON lands back in the Philippines to bring their massive world tour, the 2023 iKON WORLD TOUR TAKE OFF IN MANILA this August at the Araneta Coliseum! Since their inception in 2015, iKON is known as a powerhouse group that gave life to hit songs such as “Love Scenario” and “Killing Me” among others. Over the span of their career, they have released 18 singles, 4 studio albums, and 4 extended plays. This and their wide discography speak so much of the members’ talents – bringing hits that topped…

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Seo In-guk to hold Manila fan meeting in August

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 koreanophilesfan meeting, kdrama, seo in guk

The South Korean Superstar that we loved on hit Korean Drama series like Doom at Your Service (2021), Reply 1997 (2012), The Smile Has Left Your Eyes (2018), Shopaholic Louis (2016), and Cafe Minamdang (2022) is coming to Manila for an exclusive Fan Meeting! That is right, friends! The very versatile South Korean actor, singer, and director Seo In-guk is ready to meet you all this coming August 12, 2023 for his first-ever grand Fan Meet in Southeast Asia. This event will take place at the New Frontier Theater at 6pm and is powered by EPIC Events, the same promoter that gave us the wonderful Clark Aurora…

K-ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

Park Seo Joon and Xooos Reportedly Dating

June 20, 2023June 20, 2023 koreanophilespark seo joon, Xooos, Xoss

Park Seo Joon is reportedly dating YouTuber and singer, Hong Soo Yeon also known as Xooos. An official from the entertainment industry told JTBC Entertainment News last month, “Park Seo-Joon is dating Xooos.” “The pair seems to share a significant bond, enabling them to introduce each other between their respective circles of friends.” He hinted. The two are said to enjoy small dates, the same hobbies, and sports. On the 20th, a photo of the two with acquaintances was posted on the online community. In this regard, Park Seo-joon’s agency…

K-TRENDS NEWS

Korean Youth is Becoming Label-loving Kids?

June 13, 2023June 14, 2023 koreanophilesfashion, kpop, new jeans

Luxury brands and youth celebrities are a match made in marketing heaven. When selling a high-end product, associating it with a young and popular celebrity is a surefire way to generate buzz and ultimately, sales. But what impact does this have on Korean youth, and more specifically, Korean mothers’ worries regarding the promotion of luxury brands by youth celebrities in the country? Luxury brand consumption has been on the rise in South Korea and globally, and it has evolved into more than just owning a product. It has become…

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SM Entertainment VS. Its Artists

June 6, 2023October 11, 2023 koreanophilesexo, fx, girls generation, kpop, red velvet, tvxq

SM Entertainment, one of the most prominent entertainment companies in South Korea, has played a significant role in shaping the K-pop industry and launching numerous successful careers. However, behind the glitz and glamour, there have been instances of disputes and tensions between the artists and their management. Let’s take a look at some of the notable conflicts between SM Entertainment and its artists over the years. 1. EXO’s lawsuit: In 2014, three members of the popular boy group EXO—Kris (Wu Yifan), Luhan (Lu Han), and Tao (Huang Zitao)—filed lawsuits…

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A Breakdown of the EXO-CBX and SM Feud

June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 koreanophilesbaekhyun, chen, exo, kpop, sm entertainment, xiumin

EXO members Baekhyun, Xiumin, and Chen (also known as Byun Baek Hyun, Kim Min Seok, and Kim Jong Dae, or simply “artists”) are represented by attorney Lee Jae Hak of the law firm LIN. The artists’ perspective with regard to the exclusive contracts between them and SM Entertainment (hereinafter “SM”) is expressed below by our legal counsel. The artists previously demanded copies of transparent settlement reports and settlement grounds by sending certificates of contents to SM seven times through their legal counsel between March 21 and the present. Additionally, once…

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T.O.P Announces His Departure from BIGBANG

May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 koreanophilesbigbang, kpop, t.o.p, yg entertainment

On May 31, T.O.P communicates with fans via Instagram and says that he has formally left BIGBANG to embark on a new chapter in his life. Fans were thrilled when T.O.P shared a brief video and a snapshot on his Instagram account, T.O.P is seen in the video mixing music at his home while sending a brief caption. Said he, “Still making my albums.” Over the next two days, fans deluged the artist with questions about the post. One fan left a comment saying “Did you leave Big Bang?” To…