Last April, singer Wheesung was accused (among other things) of abusing propofol by Amy, who later apologized for what she said. Late last month it was revealed Wheesung was under …
Read More »Ahn Ji Young will promote solo as Bolbbalgan4 after Ji Yoon leaves duo, which … wow?
In somewhat of a surprise announcement, at least to me, Shofar Music revealed that Ji Yoon would be leaving the duo Bolbbalgan4 and Ahn Ji Young would continue on using …
Read More »Ask Asian Junkie: Content concerns?
A most pressing question from a valued reader that I felt needed to be addressed immediately as I play Persona 5 Royal and do the bare minimum for the site. …
Read More »IU becomes UI for her April Fools’ Day video
I was going to do an article on IU and her dad doing an April Fools’ Day prank on her fans anyway, but this kind of harmless fun has been …
Read More »[Update] Jaejoong had revealed he was hospitalized with COVID-19, now says it was for April Fools’ Day
JYJ‘s Jaejoong recently revealed on Instagram that he has COVID-19, and is now in the hospital, and he also apologized for his carelessness. “I have been infected with COVID-19. It …
Read More »CJ E&M employees say they’re being forced to come to work despite what company claims
CJ E&M recently confirmed that one of their producers contracted COVID-19 while in vacation in New York, and as a result they have shut down operations, or at least that’s …
Read More »CUBE co-founder Hong Seong Sung leaves company following conflict with largest shareholder
Following comments by Cube Entertainment co-founder Hong Seong Sung a couple days ago comparing new management of the company to “thugs”, he has now announced his departure from the company …
Read More »YGE alleged to have bribed reporter $80,000+ to stop reports on Seungri
As if there isn’t enough mess involving YG Entertainment, SBS has obtained testimony that YGE bribed a reporter to keep Seungri‘s drunk driving and drug cases under wraps. Similar allegations …
Read More »Comedian Ken Shimura passes away due to COVID-19
So normally I don’t cover Japanese comedians (unless they are linked to the yakuza), but popular veteran Ken Shimura passing away from COVID-19 is notable not just because of his …
Read More »Dreamcatcher do special “Scream” dance video using past choreos & outfits, “Black Or White” practice, “Jazz Bar” performance
While I have some concerns about when exactly Dreamcatcher rest, I also have a deep appreciation for the constant stream of content they provide. As this come back winds down, …
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