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GOT7’s BamBam Shares Heartfelt Message as Jinyoung Enlists for Military Service

BamBam has sweet things to say to Jinyoung now that his hyung has enlisted for military service. The GOT7 rapper posted a heartfelt message for the “Yumi’s Cells” star who began his enlistment this week.

BamBam References JJ Project in Sweet Message for Jinyoung’s Military Enlistment

Jinyoung had already announced his military enlistment date and AHGASEs have been counting down the days since then. BamBam is clearly one of the people who was waiting for the date and he tweeted about his hyung‘s enlistment on May 8, 2023.

“Jinyoung, I wish you a healthy service,” he wrote. BamBam also assured the “Dive” singer that the GOT7 members and their fans are patiently waiting for his return.

“I’m not sure if you will see this tweet, but we GOT7 and AHGASEs will be waiting for JJ Project with patience,” he added.

BamBam’s reference to JJ Project comes at a fitting time. The duo, which also features GOT7 leader Jay B, was officially announced by JYP Entertainment on May 8, 2012. In addition to that, Jay B previously enlisted for military service sometime in February 2023. This means that Jay B and Jinyoung will be discharged within months of each other.

BH Entertainment Shares New Photo of Jinyoung’s Buzzcut

Jinyoung’s agency BH Entertainment announced on Instagram that the “Devil Judge” actor has officially enlisted. The company shared a new photo of Park Jinyoung with his new haircut.

“Actor Park Jinyoung enlisted today,” the caption read. “We ask for your support and encouragement until the day he greets fans again with improvement.”

Jinyoung was recently honored at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards. He won the TikTok Popularity Award with IU and Best New Actor for his performance in “Christmas Carol”. During his speech, Park Jin-young mentioned his military enlistment and GOT7’s return.

“I will come back healthily after the military service and will greet you again with great works, also with GOT7’s album and my solo album. Thank you,” Jinyoung said.

Jinyoung will be discharged from military service on November 7, 2024.

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OMEGA X Officially Terminates SPIRE Entertainment Exclusive Contract

OMEGA X is officially cutting ties with SPIRE Entertainment. After a long legal battle, the 11-member idol group has finally terminated their exclusive contract with the agency.

OMEGA X Officially Cuts Ties With SPIRE Entertainment

The official OMEGA X Instagram account shared the update.

“OMEGA X and SPIRE Entertainment reached an amicable and mutual agreement to terminate our exclusive contract after careful and lengthy discussions,” the statement read.

It was also confirmed that the group has chosen to settle the legal battle.

“As a result, [we] decided to end all disputes with our former agency SPIRE Entertainment,” it said. It is also noted that they “agreed to work for the development of K-pop in our respective positions.”

Most importantly, the group thanked their supporters.

“We sincerely thank all the people who have cared about and believed in OMEGA X,” the statement read. “OMEGA X plans to continue our activities with the manager who shared joys and sorrows with us for a long time even from before our debut.”

Back in November 2022, the group announced that they would be filing a lawsuit to terminate their contract with SPIRE Entertainment. They also filed criminal charges against the agency’s chairman. The charges came after the chairman’s wife and former CEO reportedly hit the members in public.

By January 2023, the group was granted an injunction suspending the validity of their exclusive contract with SPIRE Entertainment. However, more allegations about the agency’s mistreatment of the idols continued to surface in the wake of the CEO’s resignation. Hopefully, the group will finally be able to move forward into the future.

The group debuted in June 2021 with the EP ‘Vamos’. The 11 members are Jaehan, Hwichan, Sebin, Hangyeom, Taedong, Xen, Jehyun, Kevin, Junghoon, Hyuk, and Yechan. The group has not yet signed with a new agency. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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ATEEZ’s Wooyoung Confirms Temporary Hiatus Due to Ankle Injury

Wooyoung is taking a break to focus on his health. The ATEEZ main dancer is going on temporary hiatus due to an ankle injury. This means Jung Woo-young will not be able to join the rest of the group in their upcoming activities.

Wooyoung Announces Temporary Hiatus Due To Ankle Injury

KQ Entertainment issued a statement explaining Wooyoung’s health condition.

“Recently, Wooyoung obtained an ankle injury and has been focusing on recovery,” the statement read. “Despite this, he has been performing on stage while sitting in a chair due to his strong will to fulfill his promise to the fans.”

Unfortunately, the ATEEZ member will need to take more time to focus on his recovery.

“As the pain has continued, it was decided that he would need a thorough examination and treatment at a medical institution,” the statement continued. “After a long discussion with Wooyoung and all the other ATEEZ members, the decision has been made to suspend Wooyoung’s schedule for a period of time so that he can undergo treatment accordingly.”

“As a result, Wooyoung will not be able to join the following schedules: ‘THE DANCE DAY LIVE 2023’ and ‘KCON 2023 JAPAN,’” it confirms.

“We ask for your understanding, as this decision has been made in consideration of Wooyoung’s health,” the statement adds. “We apologize for the sudden news and will do our absolute best to ensure Wooyoung’s quick recovery, as his health is our biggest priority.”

ATEEZ recently performed two encore shows in Seoul where ATINYs found a hint about the group’s next comeback. There were special banners with QR codes posted outside the venue. When scanned, it reveals a mysterious ‘WANTED’ poster featuring the ATEEZ members.

The group also shared an update on their world tour. It was confirmed that ‘THE FELLOWSHIP: BREAK THE WALL’ will include dates in Taipei, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore, and Manila.

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INFINITE Reveal New Logo and Social Media Accounts as Sunggyu’s New Company Acquires Group’s Trademark Rights

INFINITE is taking control of the group’s future. The second-generation boy group has teased their new logo and debuted new social media accounts. Additionally, leader Sunggyu’s newly established company now holds the group’s trademark rights.

INFINITE Debuts New Logo and Social Media Accounts

On May 6, a new Twitter account revealed INFINITE’s yellow logo. It also revealed the group’s new official accounts for Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

At first, people were uncertain of the posts. However, it was soon confirmed that these were the new official accounts for INFINITE.

Sunggyu’s New Company Acquires INFINITE’s Trademark Rights

The announcement comes soon after fans discovered that leader Sunggyu has established Infinite Company. Sunggyu has been in the process of transferring group-related copyrights from their former agency to the new company.

Infinite Company now holds the trademark rights for the group’s name, their fandom’s name, and even the title of their concerts. This opens endless possibilities for the boy group as they continue to pursue activities in the future.

INFINITE debuted in June 2010 with the EP ‘First Invasion’ and the lead single “Come Back Again”. They became Woollim Entertainment’s first idol group and labelmates Epik High helped with their popularity.

INFINITE started out as a seven-member group. In August 2017, Hoya chose not to renew his contract with Woollim Entertainment and left the group as well as the agency.

In 2019, Dongwoo, Woohyun, Sungyeol, L, and Sungjong began promoting with five members when Sunggyu enlisted for military service. By August 2022, all members had completed their military service. All six members also chose not to renew their contracts with Woollim Entertainment but will continue to participate in group activities.

For now, INFINITE has not yet announced plans for a comeback with all six members. However, INSPIRITs are already looking forward to the group’s official return. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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Coldplay’s Chris Martin Reveals How BTS’ Jin Inspires His Life

The friendship between Chris Martin and Jin continues to be a strong one. The Coldplay singer has just revealed how the BTS member serves as an inspiration in his life.

Chris Martin Opens Up About His Friendship With BTS’ Jin

The official Coldplay Twitter account recently shared a clip of Chris Martin talking about working with Jin. The clip, which is from the film “Coldplay – Music Of The Spheres: Live at River Plate”, features the singer admitting he just loves Jin.

“When we were planning the Buenos Aires shows, it just happened to coincide with Jin having to go into the army in South Korea,” Martin said. “We did it because I really love that guy, the way he moves forward without hesitation when he thinks it’s right.”

“It’s inspiring in my life,” he added. “I love that man. I love the stuff, the story of it, the weirdness of that relationship and how it’s become so natural.”

“It sort of inspires me across my life to lean into something that might be unusual if it feels right,” Martin continued.

The friendship between Jin and Chris Martin started when BTS and Coldplay collaborated on the song “My Universe” in 2021. Martin and his band also co-wrote Jin’s single “The Astronaut” which was released before the BTS member enlisted for military service.

Coldplay gave Kim Seokjin the chance to perform “The Astronaut” live during one of their concerts. Jin appeared as a special guest during the group’s concert at the Estadio River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The concert also coincided with the single’s release date and the performance was the first time fans got to hear the song live.

Kim Seokjin enlisted for mandatory military service on December 13, 2022. He will serve as an active-duty soldier for 18 months and will be discharged on June 12, 2024. “Coldplay – Music of the Spheres: Live at River Plate” was released on April 19, 2023.

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MONSTA X’s I.M. Confirms June Solo Comeback

I.M. is getting ready for his next solo comeback. The MONSTA X maknae confirmed he is releasing a new album in June. This will be Im Changkyun’s first album since he signed with a new agency last November.

MONSTA X Rapper I.M. Confirms First Solo Comeback Since Starship Entertainment Departure

Sports Khan reports that I.M. is currently working on his next solo album. The new album will be the MONSTA X rapper’s first solo effort since signing with Sony Music Entertainment Korea last November.

I.M. left Starship Entertainment in August 2022 when he chose not to renew his exclusive contract with the agency. He is the only member of MONSTA X who decided not to stay with the company. However, Im Changkyun will continue to participate in future group activities.

Sony Music Korea recently unveiled I.M’s new official logo. In addition to that, the agency confirmed that the “God Damn” rapper will launch his official website on May 16, 2023.

In related news, I.M’s fellow MONSTA X rapper Joohoney announced his solo debut scheduled for May 2023. The new album will get a physical release, unlike Lee Jooheon’s previous mixtapes. The official release date has not yet been revealed.

MONSTA X will also launch its first unit group this year. It was previously reported that leader Shownu and lead dancer Hyungwon will debut as the group’s first subunit. This will be MONSTA X’s first official subunit since the group debuted in 2015.

The official name for MONSTA X’s first unit group has not been announced. However, Shownu and Hyungwon’s subunit is expected to debut this summer.

The group unit will mark Shownu’s first activity since his military discharge in April. Son Hyunwoo enlisted for mandatory military service in July 2021. He was discharged on April 21, 2023, just two weeks after fellow MONSTA X member Minhyuk began his military service.

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RM Shares Honest Feelings Ahead of BTS’ 10th Anniversary

RM is sharing his feelings with ARMYs as BTS draws closer to a major milestone. The BTS leader posted an honest message addressed to his fans. Interestingly, the message reveals how he feels about the group’s 10th anniversary.

RM Reveals Feelings About BTS’ 10th Anniversary

Kim Namjoon recently posted a lengthy update on Weverse. In his post, the BTS rapper greeted ARMYs before sharing his feelings about the 10th anniversary.

“Hello everyone. It’s been a long time. Hope you all are doing well. I’m getting along all right, just trying my best to live in the present,” RM wrote.

“These days I am discovering more about who I am,” he added. “There are times when there are an endless amount of words I want to say, but I forget them quickly. It’s been ten years since we came out to the world. How are you guys? Are you ok?”

“Sometimes, no, often times, I wonder. How you’re doing, your thoughts, hope and despair, what you believe in now, what you want to believe, what you are chasing, if you feel the seasons well,” RM continued. “As I’ve said several times before, it’s getting harder and harder to open my mouth. I don’t know. I guess I am learning to be more silent as I become an adult.”

“Many sad things become happy, and happy things become sad. I sometimes feel unfamiliar when I watch the videos and words I have said in the past. I can hardly remember anymore,” he added. “It’s strange that these things are becoming dull and sad, and empty. The confidence that I’ve had sometimes disappears. I guess this is just how I am right now.”

“I’m curious and afraid of what it will be like after I return. Time goes by so fast, and everything changes, even me,” RM wrote. “I don’t want to ask for all the love irresponsibly, and I don’t want to cling to you. Rather than wandering around looking for love, if I stay in love and I put in the effort, I want to believe that love will come to me naturally.”

RM Expresses Gratitude For ARMYs’ Ongoing Support for BTS

RM then pointed out that BTS’ 10th anniversary is coming and expressed his feelings of gratitude to his supporters.

“It’s our ten-year anniversary soon. It’s sad that there are things that are getting more and more difficult as the dust piles over time and our hearts. But in a way, maybe that’s just how it is with the weight of our hearts. That means that the pieces we’ve shared are that big,” he wrote. “I am humbled and give thanks every day. I will continue to reminisce about what was a part of me, and as always, I will be fine. Will have been pp (passive participle).”

It is noted that the last line “will have been pp (past participle)” implies he is good, he is doing good, and that he will be doing good.

RM concluded with a sweet message for ARMYs.

“Although you will have a lot of hard times, and it may be very painful, please be well! I will be curious sometimes and often! My words and my letters are the way I give you my love,” he wrote. “This is my current state now. Be careful of the rain and cold! By the time you forget about me again, I will find you again. Stay healthy!”

Kim Namjoon had previously confirmed he intended to enlist for military service at the same time as J-Hope. However, the BTS leader chose to delay his enlistment to finish a project.

“I was actually planning to enlist around the same time as J-Hope but I had to push it back because of this project,” he said.

BTS will celebrate their 10th anniversary since debut on June 12, 2023.

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FIFTY FIFTY’s Agency Addresses ‘Cupid’ Plagiarism Allegations

FIFTY FIFTY’s agency has finally broken its silence. ATTRAKT has addressed the plagiarism allegations on the girl group’s hit song “Cupid”.

FIFTY FIFTY’s Agency ATTRAKT Finally Addresses ‘Cupid’ Plagiarism Allegations

ATTRAKT issued a statement regarding the plagiarism allegations on FIFTY FIFTY’s hit “Cupid”. The agency confirmed that they have consulted with the composer of the song who denied that they plagiarized a different track.

“We checked with the original producer after the recent media mention of plagiarism accusations against FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Cupid’, and we found the original producer doesn’t even know the Turkish song in question,” the statement read.

“There are similarities in terms of the characteristics of pop music, but we don’t think it’s plagiarism,” it continued.

“Cupid” was composed by Adam von Mentzer, Mac Felländer-Tsai, and Louise Udin. Von Mentzer previously worked on the song “Lovin’ Me” from FIFTY FIFTY’s 2022 EP ‘Higher’.

The plagiarism allegations surfaced online after “Cupid” was released in February 2023. Netizens pointed out that the song sounded like the 2017 song “Sen Askimizdan” by Turkish singer Evrencan Gunduz.

Not surprisingly, Evrencan Gunduz took note of the song. The Turkish artist seemingly accused FIFTY FIFTY of plagiarizing his song in an Instagram post.

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For now, Evrencan Gunduz has not yet addressed ATTRAKT’s denial of the plagiarism allegations. In the meantime, FIFTY FIFTY appears to be going strong with the viral hit.

“Cupid” continues to dominate the world charts. Back in March 2023, FIFTY FIFTY made history when they became the fastest K-pop group ever to enter Billboard’s Hot 100. “Cupid” charted at No. 100 and it recently made it to the No. 41 spot.

The song is also doing well on the UK Official Charts. “Cupid” reached a new peak at No. 9 of the UK Official Singles Chart. The song is now the first song by a K-pop girl group to crack the top 10.

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Former TVXQ Member Kim Jaejoong Establishes New Agency

Kim Jaejoong is setting up his own agency. The former TVXQ member is establishing a new agency after leaving C-Jes Studios last April.

Kim Jaejoong Sets Up Own Agency After Departing From C-Jes Studios

Kim Jaejoong issued a statement confirming that he has set up a new agency. “I recently established the new agency iNKODE together with CEO Noh Hyun Tae, the former vice president of Cube Entertainment,” he said.

Jaejoong will serve as the head of iNKODE and will work on his own activities as an artist. However, he will also participate in the production of new artists as the CSO (Chief Strategy Officer) of the agency.

Kim Jaejoong intends to nurture rookie idols with iNKODE and he also plans to lead various businesses. This includes the management of K-pop artists and actors with great potential.

Kim’s business partner Noh Hyun Tae previously served as the vice president at Cube Entertainment. He is credited for the success of groups like BEAST and 4Minute. As CEO of iNKODE, Noh will focus on discovering and producing new artists who will lead the next generation of K-pop.

Kim Jaejoong is formerly known as Hero Jae-joong when he debuted with TVXQ in February 2004. In 2009, he and fellow band members Yoochun and Junsu left TVXQ to form their own group JYJ. They also signed with C-Jes Studios. Kim is also an established actor who is known for his work in “Heaven’s Postman”, “Protect the Boss”, and “Triangle”.

His most recent role was in the drama “Bad Memory Eraser” which also starred “Doctor Stranger” actress Jin Se-yeon. He left C-Jes Studios in April 2023 after 14 years of working under the agency.

Kim Jaejoong has not yet confirmed whether he will be releasing a new album soon. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

Congratulations to Kim Jaejoong and Noh Hyun Tae on establishing their new agency iNKODE!

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SHINee 15th Anniversary Fan Meeting New Venue Announced

SHAWOLs have pushed SM Entertainment into submission. The agency has announced that SHINee’s 15th anniversary fan meeting is moving to a new venue. The change comes after fans boycotted the event over questionable seating arrangements.

SM Entertainment Officially Changes SHINee 15th Anniversary Fan Meeting Venue

SM Entertainment shared a new update on SHINee’s fan cafe. The agency confirmed that ‘Everyday is SHINee DAY: Piece of SHINE’ is moving to a new venue. In addition to that, the fan meeting will be extended to a two-day event.

“It will be held on the 27th and 28th at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Songpa, Seoul,” the statement confirmed. Moreover, SHAWOLs who are unable to attend can watch it online as Night 2 of the fan meeting will be streamed through Beyond LIVE.

It was previously announced that SHINee’s 15th-anniversary fan meeting ‘Everyday is SHINee DAY: Piece of SHINE’ will be held at the Ilsan Korea International Exhibition Center [KINTEX]. However, fans were unhappy about the seating arrangements in the venue.

SHAWOLS pointed out that there is a huge portion that blocks the view of the stage. This led to fans boycotting the event and demanding SM Entertainment change the venue.

The agency was then forced to issue a statement confirming they are making the necessary changes. SM Entertainment even went as far as to suggest that the event will be postponed so they could find a better venue.

“We sincerely apologize for causing concern to fans ahead of the 15th anniversary of SHINee and SHINee World,” the agency said.

SM continued, “We are waiting for an answer after confirming the new location. We will inform you as soon as the venue and detailed schedule are decided.”

SHINee’s 15th-anniversary fan meeting ‘Everyday is SHINee DAY: Piece of SHINE’ will be held on May 27th and 28th at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium. The second night of the fan meet will be streamed through Beyond LIVE.

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