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LOOSSEMBLE Wins Group Name Lawsuit Against Blockberry Creative

The group name lawsuit filed by Blockberry Creative has been overturned in favor of the LOOSSEMBLE members
The group name lawsuit filed by Blockberry Creative has been overturned in favor of the LOOSSEMBLE members

LOOSSEMBLE just got a landmark victory. The former LOONA members have won in a group name lawsuit filed by their former company Blockberry Creative. This means that they will be able to continue promoting under their new name!

LOOSSEMBLE Group Name Lawsuit Comes To A Close

According to multiple legal officials, CTD ENM, the agency representing the K-Pop girl group LOOSSEMBLE, has recently emerged victorious in a lawsuit brought forth by Blockberry Creative. Blockberry Creative had filed a civil suit, seeking various injunctions, including a ban on performances and the restriction of using names similar to “LOONA,” “LOONA ASSEMBLE,” or “LOOSSEMBLE.”

Had Blockberry Creative succeeded in its petition, it would have barred LOOSSEMBLE from utilizing their newly adopted name. However, following the court’s decision, LOOSSEMBLE can continue using their new name and carry on with their activities without any hindrances.

This legal outcome signifies a significant development for LOOSSEMBLE and their agency, CTD ENM, as it enables them to move forward with their musical endeavors and promotional activities under their chosen name. It also marks a resolution to the dispute with Blockberry Creative, allowing the group to focus on their artistic pursuits and engage with their fans without any further legal constraints.

This is great news for LOOSSEMBLE and their fans who recently got an official name. The idols recently took to a live broadcast to unveil their new fan club name. It was confirmed that the fandom will be known as C.LOO (pronounced as “crew”). This choice carries the sentiment that fans are an integral part of LOOSSEMBLE’s crew, an acknowledgment of the tight-knit bond between the group and their supporters.

LOOSSEMBLE has wasted no time in generating anticipation for their debut album. The group has already unveiled their plans for the highly-anticipated US Debut Ceremony tour, during which they intend to connect with fans across the United States at eight different locations. This tour promises to be an exciting opportunity for fans across America to engage with LOOSSEMBLE and be part of their milestone US debut.

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Key Reveals Heartwarming Reason for SHINee’s Unusual Stage Formation

Key is opening up about an unusual thing happening during SHINee’s performances. In an eye-opening interview, Kim Ki Bum revealed the heartwarming reason why the group keeps adopting an unusual stage formation. Not surprisingly, it is connected to their former member.

Key Reveals Why SHINee Insists on Unusual Stage Formation

In a recent YouTube video posted on the ‘1theK Originals – Wonder K Original’ channel, SHINee’s Key shared a poignant insight into the group’s stage formation. Key mentioned that he and fellow member Minho often stood closer together than usual, resulting in a noticeable gap in their lineup. The reason behind this, as Key explained, was the absence of their late member, Jonghyun, who had previously filled that spot.

“Since we’ve maintained a 5-person formation for over 10 years- I’ve become so used to that space that I now stand there naturally. It’s not intentional, but it’s something I’ve become accustomed to,” Key said. “It’s quite amazing.”

It was at this moment that he looked at a photo of all five original members sharing the stage, including Jonghyun. Key then added, “This is the arrangement we are maintaining on stage currently.”

Key’s heartfelt revelation sheds light on how SHINee continues to remember and honor Jonghyun who tragically passed away on December 18, 2017. Even in his absence, Jonghyun’s presence within the group remains integral to their performances, highlighting the enduring bond the members share with their late colleague.

This touching tribute to Jonghyun not only underscores the deep emotional connection between SHINee’s members but also serves as a reminder of the lasting impact he had on the group and their fans. Despite the passage of time, his memory and contributions continue to be cherished and celebrated by SHINee and their dedicated supporters.

Key is currently promoting his single album ‘Good & Great’ and its title track of the same name.

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Confirmed for Special Appearance In ‘Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman’

Jisoo will be creating cinematic magic later this year. The BLACKPINK member has just been confirmed for a special appearance in an upcoming film. Interestingly, the casting happened because the director saw her performance in the series “Snowdrop”!

BLACKPINK Jisoo Makes Special Appearance in Upcoming Supernatural Film

During a press conference for the mystery thriller film ‘Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman’ held on September 19, director Kim Sung Sik shared an exciting revelation. He announced that Jisoo, a prominent member of the globally renowned group BLACKPINK, would be making a special cameo appearance in the movie.

Kim Sung Sik explained that his decision to include Jisoo in the film was inspired by her remarkable performance on a television show.

“Looking for an actor who would fit the image of a fairy, I came to think of Jisoo after watching her in ‘Snowdrop‘,” Kim said. The director then added, “It was 50% fan sentiment and 50% because her schedule fit.”

Jisoo will make a special appearance as a fairy in the upcoming movie. The unexpected cameo is sure to generate buzz and excitement among fans of both Jisoo and the movie. With her multifaceted talents extending beyond the music industry, Jisoo’s cameo is anticipated to add a unique and intriguing element to “Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman”, enhancing the overall viewing experience for audiences eagerly awaiting its release.

“Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman” is an intriguing thriller that revolves around Dr. Cheon, a YouTuber portrayed by Kang Dong Won. Dr. Cheon runs a YouTube channel dedicated to exorcisms, where he performs what he believes are simulated exorcisms, attributing supernatural occurrences to psychological factors. However, his perception of the supernatural changes when he encounters a genuinely possessed individual, the younger sibling of Yoo Kyung, played by Esom.

The film is poised to captivate viewers with its unique blend of psychological intrigue and supernatural suspense, making it a must-watch for fans of the thriller genre. “Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman” is scheduled for release on September 27, 2023.

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2023 Asia Artist Awards Confirms SEVENTEEN’s BSS, ATBO, ONEUS, And More

The 2023 Asia Artist Awards has unveiled more acts who will be making an appearance later this year!

The ‘2023 Asia Artist Awards’ recently unveiled an exciting addition to its artist lineup, confirming the participation of the SEVENTEEN sub-unit BSS. Furthermore, the event will be graced by several other talented artists, including ONEUS, ATBO, KINGDOM, and more.

Asia Artist Awards 2023 Announces Next Set of Korean Acts Confirmed For Upcoming Event

The ‘2023 AAA,’ scheduled for December 14 at the iconic Philippine Arena, promises a star-studded red carpet event. There will also be captivating performances by renowned artists and actors from across the globe.

The latest announcement revealed an impressive list of attendees, featuring BSS from SEVENTEEN, ATBO, HORI7ON, KINGDOM, LUN8, ONEUS, and the popular Filipino boy band SB19. Hosting the prestigious ceremony will be IVE’s Wonyoung, along with Kang Daniel and Sung Han Bin.

The event will also showcase other remarkable artists such as NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, BOYNEXTDOOR, NMIXX, Stray Kids, ZEROBASEONE, The Boyz, ITZY, KARD, and more.

With such a diverse and talented lineup, the ‘2023 AAA’ promises to be an unforgettable celebration of artistry and talent, uniting artists and fans from various backgrounds. With that in mind, people are already looking forward to more news in the upcoming weeks. Stay tuned for further updates on this highly anticipated event.

The SEVENTEEN sub-unit BSS is the group’s first and was formed in 2018. It is composed of DK, Hoshi, and Seungkwan, with Dokyeom serving as their leader. The subunit recently staged their first comeback with the single album ‘Second Wind’ in February 2023. They also released the music video for their lead single “Fighting” featuring Lee Young-ji.

The 2023 Asia Artist Awards is hosted by Star News and co-hosted by the AAA Organizing Committee, TONZ Entertainment, and PULP Live World. Additionally, this marks an exciting milestone for the awards show, bringing it to the vibrant cultural landscape of the Philippines. Fans and artists can also anticipate a memorable event filled with star-studded moments and celebrations of Asian talent. The event is scheduled to take place on December 14 at the Philippine Arena.

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SHINee’s Key Gives GOT7 BamBam Awesome Advice in Talking To His Idol

SHINee member Key made sure to give BamBam some awesome advice about inviting his celebrity idol to 'Bam House'!

BamBam just admitted he needs help with something important. Luckily, the GOT7 member is getting all the support he can get from a good friend. SHINee’s Key just gave BamBam some awesome advice about inviting GIRLS’ GENERATION’s Taeyeon on his talk show!

BamBam Gets Awesome Advice From Good Friend Key

During a recent appearance on BamBam’s YouTube program “Bam House Season 2”, SHINee’s Key engaged in a friendly chat with his longtime friend. Among various topics, they discussed BamBam’s deep admiration for GIRLS’ GENERATION member Taeyeon and his aspirations to have her as a guest on his show.

BamBam’s fondness for Taeyeon has been no secret, with him often mentioning her as his idol and even attending her fan signings during his trainee days. Inquisitive about how Taeyeon was doing, BamBam initially received a guarded response from Key, who hesitated to disclose details about her personal life, whether fine or not.

BamBam candidly expressed his ultimate goal of having Taeyeon as a guest on his show. Key playfully advised BamBam to approach the matter with a “calm build-up” and give her time to consider the invitation, suggesting that he might have already attempted to reach out to her.

As the conversation unfolded, Key added a touch of teasing humor by asking BamBam to convey a greeting to Taeyeon. He casually mentioned that he had recently chatted with Taeyeon, who revealed her awareness of “Bam House.”

The lighthearted interaction between Key and BamBam showcased their camaraderie and BamBam’s genuine admiration for Taeyeon. Fans of both idols eagerly await the possibility of Taeyeon making a guest appearance on “Bam House Season 2” in the future.

It’s great to know that Key is truly supportive of BamBam and has awesome advice for his friend. Hopefully, the GOT7 member will eventually convince Taeyeon to make an appearance on his show.

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Rowoon Officially Leaves SF9 After 7 Years

After 7 years with SF9, Rowoon is officially leaving the group to continue pursuing his acting career

Rowoon is getting ready for a new chapter of his life. FNC Entertainment has confirmed that the SF9 member decided not to renew his contract with the group after 7 years. Instead, Kim Seok-woo will continue to pursue his successful acting career.

Rowoon Officially Leaves SF9 To Pursue Solo Activities

On September 18, FNC Entertainment issued a statement regarding SF9’s status. The agency confirmed that the group is moving forward after every member renewed their contracts.

“Hello, this is FNC Entertainment. We’re writing to notify you of SF9’s activities,” the statement read. “SF9’s contract with us came to an end on September 18th, after being promoted as our artist for 7 years since the group’s debut in 2016.”

It is then revealed that although Rowoon renewed his contract, we will no longer promote with SF9.

“All members renewed their contracts with us. However, the group will be starting fresh as an 8-member group except for Rowoon,” the statement confirmed. The company also assured fans that the idol will continue to be active and pursue his acting career.

“Rowoon will be focusing on his individual projects including acting,” they wrote.

FNC Entertainment concluded by stating that Youngbin, Inseong, Jaeyoon, Dawon, Zuho, Yoo Taeyang, Hwiyoung, and Chani will pursue individual activities. They also asked FANTASYs to continue supporting SF9 in their future work.

Rowoon debuted with SF9 in October 2016 with the single “Fanfare”. He immediately began acting the following year, taking on minor roles. In May 2019, he skyrocketed to fame after playing Haru in “Extraordinary You”. From there, Kim Seok-woo actively took part in several shows including “She Would Never Know”, “The King’s Affection”, “Tomorrow”, and “Destined With You”. Rowoon is set to appear in KBS2’s upcoming series “The Wedding Battle” in October 2023.

SF9 recently released their twelfth EP ‘The Piece OF9’ in January 2023. It has not yet been revealed whether the remaining eight members are preparing for another comeback this year.

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RED VELVET Reportedly Preparing for November Comeback

New reports suggest that RED VELVET is preparing for a November comeback amidst rumors of Irene leaving SM Entertainment

RED VELVET is reportedly busy preparing for a November comeback. The update comes soon after reports that leader Irene is planning not to renew her contract with SM Entertainment.

Is RED VELVET Preparing For A New Comeback Later This Year?

A new report reveals that the girl group is currently in the final stages of preparations for a November comeback. If this is true, fans can look forward to the release of RED VELVET’s 3rd full album, marking their first full album release in six years since ‘Perfect Velvet’ in 2017.

This comeback promises to be a significant moment in the group’s career, generating immense excitement among their devoted fanbase and the K-pop community at large. As they prepare to unleash their musical prowess once again, anticipation is running high for what RED VELVET has in store for their eagerly awaiting audience.

Recent reports have given rise to speculations that Irene might opt not to renew her long-standing contract with SM Entertainment, sparking concerns about the extended hiatus of RED VELVET. The group’s last activity was in June 2023 when they wrapped up their ‘R to V’ World Tour.

This development is disconcerting for fans, especially as only one member’s continued affiliation with SM Entertainment has been confirmed so far, which is Seulgi’s contract renewal. The contract statuses of the other RED VELVET members, namely Irene, Wendy, Joy, and Yeri, remain undisclosed.

While SM Entertainment has maintained silence regarding these negotiations, the group dropped hints during a livestream in August about their preparations for releasing their third full album, further fueling anticipation and intrigue surrounding their plans.

With Irene’s contract decision shrouded in uncertainty and the undisclosed status of the other members’ agreements, fans are anxiously awaiting official updates from the label, hoping for the continuation of RED VELVET’s musical journey together. Stay tuned for further developments in this ongoing story.

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ITZY’s Lia Breaks Silence in Handwritten Letter for Fans After Hiatus Announcement

Lia is officially on hiatus. JYP Entertainment has made an official announcement confirming that the ITZY member will not join the rest of the group in upcoming activities. Soon after the statement was released, Lia broke her silence by sharing a handwritten letter addressed to MIDZYs.

On September 18, JYP Entertainment issued a statement confirming that Lia “underwent consultation and examination as she is experiencing extreme tension and anxiety about carrying out her scheduled activities.” The agency stated that the ITZY member “received medical advice that she needs rest and treatment.” They further confirmed that “Lia will not participate in scheduled activities starting today and will take a break for the time being to focus on her treatment.”

Lia Pens Heartfelt Letter For MIDZYs Following Hiatus Announcement

Since then, Lia posted a heartfelt message for her fans. In the letter posted on ITZY’s official Instagram account, she expressed her concern for MIDZYs.

“Since MIDZY worries about me more than anyone else even when I am a little sick, I was worried that you would be heartbroken and sad when you heard the news.” she wrote. “But at the same time, because MIDZY knows and believes in me more than anyone else, I was able to muster the courage, knowing you would understand and wait for me.”

Lia then reflected on her career before pointing out that she needs time for herself. “Of course, those times must also be filled with our memories and happy moments we spent together. Although they were such precious times, I came to realize that I’ve been gradually losing myself while running up to this point,” she wrote.

“To that end, I felt like I needed to take some time off to love and fill myself first,” Lia continued. “As I always say, I sincerely hope that MIDZY will be happy. I will work to return in good health in order to repay how much MIDZY wait and worry for me.”

Not surprisingly, fans were fully supportive of Lia’s decision. With that in mind, MIDZYs are wishing the ITZY member well and look forward to her return.

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SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan Embarrassed When Caught ‘Flirting’ With MONSTA X’s Hyungwon

The SEVENTEEN member got embarrassed after watching the latest episode of Hyungwon's new show 'Mr Chae the Castaway'

Jeonghan is the first guest on Hyungwon‘s new YouTube series “Mr. Chae, the Castaway”. So it’s no surprise that the SEVENTEEN member immediately showed off his bond with the MONSTA X lead dancer. In the episode, Yoon Jeonghan repeatedly “flirted” with Hyungwon and then became embarrassed after watching the show.

Jeonghan “Makes a Move” on Hyungwon

The closeness between Jeonghan and Hyungwon was evident early on in the episode. In a delightful interaction, Hyungwon revealed to Jeonghan that he was the show’s first guest on “Mr. Chae the Castaway“. In response, Jeonghan playfully said that he would have been disheartened if anyone else had been the first guest. This marked the beginning of Jeonghan’s “flirty” banter with Hyungwon.

As the episode unfolded, a tender moment ensued when Hyungwon extended his arm to shield Jeonghan while driving. Noticing Hyungwon’s hand in front of him, Jeonghan reached out, and their hands intertwined in a heartwarming gesture of affection, beautifully reciprocated by Hyungwon.

The heartwarming exchange captured on video quickly went viral, amassing over 1 million views across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok. Netizens couldn’t help but be enchanted by Jeonghan’s effortlessly “smooth” flirting style, appreciating his authenticity. Following the episode’s release, Jeonghan admitted to feeling a sense of embarrassment upon watching it but found the humorous side in the playful exchange, further endearing himself to fans with his candid and genuine nature.

“Oh gosh, you saw quite an embarrassing side of me,” he wrote on Weverse. “I kept laughing as I was watching because I found myself so funny.”

Although Jeonghan was embarrassed by his own actions, it’s clear that he had fun with Hyungwon on the show. With that in mind, CARATs and MONBEBEs are looking forward to more wholesome interactions between the two in the future.

Hyungwon previously announced that he will take part in a new show that will be broadcast on his official YouTube channel.

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie Wears Jacquemus Designs In New Harper’s Bazaar Korea Cover

The BLACKPINK member looks ethereal in gorgeous Jacquemus designs

Jennie, the revered fashion icon of BLACKPINK, has once again graced the cover of a prominent fashion magazine, adorned in strikingly bold ensembles. This time, she collaborates with the upscale French brand Jacquemus, creating a fresh and exciting partnership.

Jennie Dons Gorgeous Jacquemus Designs for Harper’s Bazaar Korea

On September 15, Jennie unveiled a unique and captivating series of editorial photographs in collaboration with Harper’s Bazaar and Jacquemus. In this visually stunning photoshoot, Jennie fearlessly showcases her alluring and audacious fashion sensibilities.

Draped in Jacquemus designs, characterized by their distinctive voluminous silhouettes and daring lines, Jennie effortlessly balances sensuality and innocence. Her outfits from the renowned brand encapsulate a fusion of suggestive allure and subtle innocence, exemplifying her remarkable versatility as a fashion icon. Through this collaboration, Jennie embodies the edgy and fashionable essence for which Jacquemus is celebrated, delivering a visual spectacle that captivates the world of fashion.

 

In Jennie’s collaboration with Jacquemus, her attire showcases the brand’s signature voluminous designs and daring lines, seamlessly encapsulating a blend of sensuality and innocence. The juxtaposition of alluring aesthetics with an air of innocence underscores Jennie’s exceptional versatility as a fashion model. She also effortlessly embodies the fashionable edginess for which the brand is renowned, effortlessly intertwining suggestive elements with an innate allure. This harmonious fusion not only exemplifies her fashion prowess but also highlights her innate ability to transcend boundaries and embrace diverse styles, solidifying her status as a dynamic fashion icon.

Jennie’s Love for Fashion

Jennie is no stranger to fashion and she is making it clear that she loves dressing up and discussing clothes as well. Model and friend Shin Hyun Ji recently mentioned the BLACKPINK member in an episode of “Salon Drip”. In response, Jennie shared a clip of the episode with a message for Shin and show host Jang Do Yeon.

“Unnie, when do I get an invite for ‘Salon Drip’?” Jennie wrote.

For now, it has not yet been confirmed whether Jennie will make an appearance in an upcoming episode of “Salon Drip”. However, it would not be a surprise if an announcement will be made soon. In the meantime, BLINKS are waiting for the release of Harper’s Bazaar Korea’s October issue.

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