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The KingDom’s Agency To Take Legal Action Against Hwon Host Bar Rumor

GF Entertainment has announced plans to take legal action following The KingDom’s Hwon being involved in a host bar rumor.

The KingDom Member Hwon Involved in Host Bar Rumor

The rumors began circulating when a verified account on the social media platform X released a detailed post accusing Hwon of working at a host bar while promoting as an idol. The post also alleged that Hwon had ghosted the poster after a sexual encounter. The account revealed alleged personal details about Hwon and claimed he had a side gig at a host bar. These establishments are known for offering male companionship as a service to women willing to pay. This includes pouring drinks, engaging in conversation, dancing, singing karaoke, and more, although sexual relations are neither officially offered nor condoned.

In response to these accusations, GF Entertainment has issued an official statement. The label firmly denied the allegations and expressed its intent to pursue legal action against the spread of malicious rumors and defamatory statements about Hwon. GF Entertainment emphasized the severity of the situation, stating that such false accusations not only damage Hwon’s reputation but also affect his mental and emotional well-being.

The statement read, “We are aware of the rumors being circulated online about Hwon. These claims are completely baseless and false. We are taking these defamatory actions very seriously and have already begun legal proceedings to address the spread of these malicious rumors. We will not tolerate any actions that harm the reputation and integrity of our artists.”

The agency further urged fans and the public to refrain from spreading unverified information and to support Hwon during this challenging time. GF Entertainment reassured that they are committed to protecting their artists’ rights and will continue to take necessary legal measures against any further malicious activities.

Fans Express Support for Hwon

Fans of The KingDom have shown overwhelming support for Hwon, expressing their disbelief over the accusations and standing by him through various social media platforms. They have been actively defending him and calling for an end to the spread of false information.

This incident highlights the challenges idols face regarding their privacy and the impact of unfounded rumors on their careers and personal lives. GF Entertainment’s decisive action also underscores the importance of safeguarding their artists against such harmful activities.

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Kingdom’s Louis Takes Hiatus Due to Health Concerns

Louis poses for their 7th EP 'History Of Kingdom : PartVII. Jahan.' Credit: Twitter/Kingdom

Louis of K-pop boy group KINGDOM will temporarily take a break from group activities to prioritize his health. 

On Monday, November 20, GF Entertainment updated fans of Louis’ health condition. “Recently, Louis’ health has continuously gotten worse. But because the artist was strongly determined to carry out his activities, he continued his activities up until now,” the agency said. 

However, given that his condition has “continued worsening,” GF Entertainment has decided to put him on a break so he could focus on his being better. “Because we consider our artist’s health our top priority, we discussed the matter with the artist and decided that he should focus on his recovery,” the agency added. 

Given his situation, GF Entertainment announced that Louis will not be participating in the fan signing events that are scheduled for the week. Additionally, other planned activities for the idol are also on hold. As for the album retailer, the agency said that they’d release a separate announcement regarding the idol’s participation in it. 

 While expressing regret for any concern caused by the sudden news, GF Entertainment pledged to provide updates on any changes related to Louis’ activities. 

KINGDOM to continue activities without Louis

Following the announcement, fans were quick to send messages of support for Louis on social media, as well as wishes for his fast and safe recovery. 

Meanwhile, KINGDOM will proceed with their activities temporarily featuring the remaining six members: Dann, Arthur, Mujin, Ivan, Hwon, and Jahan. 

Notably, this isn’t the first time for a KINGDOM member to take a hiatus due to health concerns this year. In April 2023, Arthur also took a break from group activities. At the time, GF Entertainment didn’t disclose details about Arthur’s situation, only mentioning that he’s experiencing “abnormal symptoms.” 

In other news, KINGDOM made their comeback in November with their  seventh mini-album History of Kingdom: Part VII. Jahan. Prior to its official release, the album drew backlash for its album cover design because of its resemblance to Quran. 

Featured image: Louis poses for their 7th EP ‘History Of Kingdom : PartVII. Jahan.’ Credit: Twitter/Kingdom

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GF Entertainment Apologizes To Muslim Community for KINGDOM’s Latest Album Art

GF Entertainment issues an apology addressed to the Muslim community following backlash to KINGDOM's new album art

KINGDOM’s agency, GF Entertainment, has decided to recall the albums for their upcoming 7th EP ‘History of KINGDOM Part VII: JAHAN’ due to a controversy surrounding its original design. The album cover received immediate criticism for its resemblance to the Quran’s cover upon its release. In response to the backlash, GF Entertainment has taken the step to address the issue and apologize to the Muslim community. The agency also announced their intention to recall the albums with the offending artwork.

KINGDOM Recalls New EP Pre-Orders Following Backlash

On September 25, GF Entertainment issued an official apology about KINGDOM’s upcoming mini album.

“We’ve recently received feedback concerning the cover of KINGDOM’s 7th mini album, which was originally scheduled for pre-order on the 21st. It has been pointed out that the design bears some resemblance to the Islamic scripture,” the statement read.

“KINGDOM is a group that strives to showcase the richness of world cultures through K-pop, with a strong commitment to promoting cultural diversity and coexistence. We deeply regret that this controversy has arisen due to our lack of awareness and oversight, and we acknowledge our shortcomings in this matter. We offer our sincere apologies to the Muslim community and anyone else who may have felt discomforted by this situation,” it continues.

The statement further states that the company is “taking steps to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.” It then confirms that the agency will “recall and discard all 70,000 copies of the initial album edition and proceed with a reissue.”

Pre-orders for KINGDOM’s new album were initially set for September 21. However, it will now recommence on September 26, 2023. Needless to say, the decision reflects the agency’s commitment to respecting cultural sensitivities and avoiding any unintentional offense.

KINGDOM’s 7th EP is titled ‘History of KINGDOM Part VII: JAHAN’. The upcoming album is expected to be released on October 18, 2023.

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Bang Ye-Dam Signs With New Agency; Thanks Yg Entertainment and Treasure

GF Entertainment shares photo of their new artist, Bang Ye-dam. Credit: Press release/GF Entertainment

Former TREASURE member Bang Ye-dam will be starting afresh as a solo artist with his new agency GF Entertainment.

In his personal Instagram account on Wednesday, August 23, Ye-dam shared a heartfelt message showing gratitude to his former label YG Entertainment, previous group TREASURE, and their fans, Treasure Makers or TEUMEs. 

The 21-year-old artist looked back at how his idol journey started, saying that YG Entertainment has supported and has allowed him to grow to who he is now. 

 

For their part, GF Entertainment is also looking forward to having Ye-dam under their agency. 

“We are glad to sign with a talented artist. We plan on relentlessly supporting Bang Ye-dam, so he can be a musician who can excel as a producer, singer, and in other aspects.” GF Entertainment said in a press release.

 

​​Aside from Ye-Dam, the agency also currently manages the 7-member boy group Kingdom.

Fans’ reaction to the news 

Fans, especially TEUMEs who have waited for a long time, have expressed their support and excitement towards Ye-dam’s new path as an artist. 

“I wanna hug everyone who waited for this day to come. Finally guys, war is over. Ye-dam is finally with his new agency and will be releasing his new music soon,” one fan wrote.

 

Another fan congratulated Ye-dam on his new journey and feels touched with the mention of TREASURE, Teumes, and YG Entertainment  in his post.  

 

Overall, the majority of them are anticipating Ye-dam‘s solo career. 

From TREASURE member to solo artist

Bang Ye-dam made his debut in August 2020 as a member of the 12-piece South Korean-Japanese group TREASURE. 

However, in May 2022, YG Entertainment announced that Ye-dam and Mashisho will be taking a hiatus from group activities. According to the agency, Ye-dam will be working on his career as a producer and studying music for the time being. 

Come November 2022, YG Entertainment announced that Ye-dam and Mashiho are parting ways with the agency, leaving TREASURE as a 10-member group.The only remaining members are Choi Hyunsuk, Jihoon, Park Jeongwoo, Yoshi, Junkyu, So Junghwan, Yoon Jaehyuk, Asahi, Doyoung, and Haruto. 

Additionally, Ye-dam spent nine years in YG Entertainment, with seven years as a trainee and two years in TREASURE. 

Since his departure from YG Entertainment, Ye-dam has updated fans through his Instagram account. He opened it on his birthday this year, in which he initially hinted at making a comeback. 

“If you just wait a little longer, I’ll be back with good news. I’ll be back again as a cool Bang Ye-dam! Thank you always,” he said then.

Featured image: GF Entertainment shares photo of their new artist, Bang Ye-dam. Credit: Press release/GF Entertainment

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KINGDOM’s Arthur Takes Temporary Hiatus Due To Health Issues

Arthur is officially taking a break for his health. The KINGDOM main dancer will go on temporary hiatus to recuperate from his current health issues. Unfortunately, Jang Yunho will not participate in the group’s upcoming fan sign events for the rest of the month.

GF Entertainment Announces Arthur’s Temporary Hiatus Due To Health Issues

KINGDOM’s agency GF Entertainment issued a statement confirming Arthur’s temporary hiatus. The statement was posted on the group’s official fan cafe.

“Arthur’s health recently took a turn for the worse, and he complained of experiencing abnormal symptoms,” the statement read. “As a result, we resolved that our artist’s health was our top priority, and we decided to adjust our schedule so that Arthur could rest for the time being.”

“While Arthur himself was very determined to continue with his scheduled activities while recovering, in order to ensure his speedy recovery, KINGDOM will temporarily be carrying out their schedule with only six members of the group, excluding Arthur,” it continues.

The agency assured fans they will post an update on Arthur’s recovery. They also promised to make an announcement about when he will rejoin the group activities. For now, details about Arthur’s health condition were not revealed. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

This isn’t the first time Jang Yunho has taken a break due to health issues. In March 2022, the KINGDOM main dancer and fellow member Mujin tested positive for COVID-19. The two members needed to isolate themselves from the rest of the group, leading to KINGDOM having to postpone their comeback. The release of the group’s fourth EP ‘History of Kingdom: Part IV. Dann’ was moved from March 17 to March 31, 2022.

KINGDOM is currently promoting their sixth EP ‘History of Kingdom: Part VI. Mujin’ and the lead single “Dystopia”. Arthur will not participate in their upcoming fan sign events for the rest of the month.

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