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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Jo Jinwoong makes an appearance at Yoon's impeachment protest ... 'We will definitely win' VCR support

 

https://v.daum.net/v/20241221172613641?f=m

On the 21st, the YouTube channel 'Candle Action TV' broadcasted the protest held in Gwanghwamun, calling for the decision to impeach President Yoon Sukyeol, which began around 3 PM. Actor Jo Jinwoong made a surprise appearance through a VCR, drawing attention.

In the video, Jo Jinwoong greeted, 'Hello, I'm actor Jo Jinwoong,' and continued, "Do you remember The Gwangju Uprising that we defended with blood? Our people know very well the meaning of that democracy deep in their bones. However, it was brutally destroyed with a martial law." He added, "However, our people united and defeated such villainous act. Therefore, our people are the true heroes of this era. In an era where the mastermind behind the coup to destroy democracy almost triumphed, our people were the true heroes."

He concluded by saying, "As a citizen of the Republic of Korea, I will always keep a close eye on this serious situation, and I will do my best to ensure our victory and protect our democracy. Thank you," drawing cheers from the crowd.

theqoo

-As expected from my ideal type.

-So cool, definitely a likable actor👍🏻

-This is what a man is!

-So cool 👍👍

-Jo Jinwoong is the best.

-Such a brave person.

-It must be hard for celebrities to speak out!!! He's the best!!!

-ㅠㅠㅠ So cool.

-We will win!

-In a world where even saying the obvious gets you beaten...

-(Yoon Sukyeol) is doomed, Jo Jinwoong is here.

-I expected this from him since he has a very solid perspective on history. I'm rooting for him.

-Jinwoong-ie is the best...

-Truly an alpha male... We support you, you’re amazing. I naturally forgive you for being a Lotte Giants fan.

Continue reading Jo Jinwoong makes an appearance at Yoon's impeachment protest ... 'We will definitely win' VCR support

Why you should never let your young daughter go to the bathroom alone

 

theqoo 

-That crazy bastard... Give him death penalty.

-Hul... I’m not sure if this was caught on camera coincidentally or a reenactment, but either way, it’s terrifying.

-Looks like America. I hope he gets shot someday.

-Even in a gun-carrying country like the U.S., people have lost all fear.

-Die.

-Crazy bastard... Just die.

-And he's laughing?? What a crazy bastard.

-Crazy bastard... What the f*ck? Seriously, those family/accessible bathrooms are so importantㅜㅜ If you have kids of a different gender, they’re absolutely essential... Every place needs them.

-Thank God her dad went in with herㅠ

-This is crazy... I'm getting goosebumps.

-This is really terrifyingㅜㅜ Crazy bastard like him should get beaten to death.

-Whoa... Look at how he came out as soon as he saw the little girl. What a crazy bastard.

-This isn't just dangerous for kids, but even for adult women. You have to be careful even when going to the bathroom.

-I want to kill that crazy bastard.

-This is why you should never let your daughter go to the bathroom aloneㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

Continue reading Why you should never let your young daughter go to the bathroom alone
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Lee Hanee at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards red carpet

 

theqoo

-Wow, she looks just like she did in her Miss Korea daysㅋㅋㅋㅋ So f*cking gorgeous.

-Whoa... She's so freaking beautifulㅋㅋ

-Whoa... She's truly showing the dignity of Miss Korea.

-You look gorgeous, Unnie...

-She looks so elegant and gorgeous.

-So prettyㅠ Very stunning.

-Her smile is so pretty.

-She’s truly a goddess.

-The best.

-The dress color suits her perfectly.

-Lee Hanee is Lee Hanee.

-She’s stunning. That dress was a great choice.

-She’s so beautiful.

-The draping of her dress is so good.

-As expected, it’s Lee Hanee.

-Wow, as expected of a legend.

-She’s the prettiest.

-All-time legend.

-Her face looks so lovely.

-Gorgeous goddess.

Continue reading Lee Hanee at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards red carpet

Girls ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ Apparently there are stacked snacks, sanitary pads, and hot packs in the women’s restroom at Namtaeryeong Station

 

theqoo 

-I really love girls ㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-Ah... This is really making me tear up ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-Girls are amazing. They’re so kind.

-Seriously, the women in our country are amazingㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-I’m crying ㅠㅠ

-I love girls.

-ㅠㅠ I love you, girls.

-Girls are so kind-heartedㅠㅠ They're truly kind.

-Girls 🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂

-Girls, let’s all hug ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-They're out there protesting in such a cold weather and not only that, they're doing this too?ㅠㅠ

-This is making me go crazy, seriously ㅠ

-Once again, women have made me cry… Hug me...

-Girls are the best ㅠㅠ

-Women are saving the world ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-ㅠㅠㅠ Sending out hugs to you allㅠㅠㅠㅠ Please stay warm with those hot packs.

-The solidarity of women ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ

-ㅠㅠㅠ So heartwarming ㅠㅠㅠㅠ

Continue reading Girls ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ Apparently there are stacked snacks, sanitary pads, and hot packs in the women’s restroom at Namtaeryeong Station
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Kang Hoon leaves the panelists of 'Amazing Saturday' mind-blown with his acrostic poem about Taeyeon

 

 Tae: Taeyeon Noona.

Yeon: What do you think about younger guy? 

 

Shin Dongyup: Kang Hoon, did you receive her album?

Kang Hoon: Yes, I did.

Shin Dongyup: What was written on it?

Kang Hoon: Huh?

Shin Dongyup: I heard there was just her phone number written on it.

?: What did it really say?

Kang Hoon: I'll keep that to myself

Taeyeon: So heart-fluttering, I think I'm gonna burst. 

theqoo

-This is so funㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-I’ve been wanting to see Kang Hoon on Amazing Saturday ever since I saw his appearance on Radio Star. Finally!ㅎㅎㅎ I hope everyone who hasn't watched his episode on Radio Star check it out. He's so funny and adorableㅋㅋㅋ

-Pure chaosㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Human flirting machineㅋㅋㅋ He was great on Running Man tooㅋㅋ

-Kang Hoon is so charmingㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ And the panelists' reactions...ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-As expected from the panelists of Amazing Saturdayㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Their reactions are so hilarious.

-Dopamine overload… They should date.

-Oh my goodness... It's so heart flutteringㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-This is so f*cking fun. I guess this is why We Got Married was such a popular showㅜㅜ

-Kang Hoon is a successful fanboyㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-I didn't know he was a fan of Taeyeonㅋㅋㅋ Straight-forward younger guy is seriously the bestㅋㅋㅋ

-The way they put on Transit Love BGM...ㅠㅠㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Why did he suddenly do a f*cking split?ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ 

Continue reading Kang Hoon leaves the panelists of 'Amazing Saturday' mind-blown with his acrostic poem about Taeyeon
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SBS Drama Awards announces the nominees for the Daesang this year

 

Kim Namgil, Park Shinhye
Jang Nara, Jisung
Hwang Jungeum, Ahn Bohyun

theqoo

-I think it's either Jang Nara or Park Shinhye. I enjoyed watching their dramas.

-Just give it to Jang Nara.

-It's time for Jang Nara to win.

-Jang Nara is likely to win. Isn't she the most talked actress this year?

-Jisung’s acting was incredible...

-Jang Nara and Park Shinhye. What a competitive lineup.

-It’d be nice if Park Shinhye won.

-I think it’ll go to Jang Nara, but I hope Park Shinhye wins.

-I approve this lineup. As someone who enjoyed watching Flex X Cop, I'm rooting for Ahn Bohyun.

-It’ll be either Jisung or Jang Nara.

-It’ll be either Jisung or Jang Nara. I’d love to see Park Shinhye win, though. It was the best character she has ever played in her entire career.

-This must be a tough choiceㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Jisung didn't attend the awards ceremony, so it’ll either be Jang Nara or Park Shinhye.

-Jisung. His acting was phenomenal.

-I hope Jisung wins.

-It should go to Jisung or Jang Nara.

Continue reading SBS Drama Awards announces the nominees for the Daesang this year

The only Korean queer movie to have surpassed 10 million viewers as of 2024

 

Lee Joon-ik's 'The King and The Clown'

It even features a kiss scene between Jung Jinyoung and Lee Joonki

Besides, Jang Saeng and Gong Gil are clearly lovers in the movie. It's definitely a queer movie.

At the time of its release, Lee Joonki's popularity was unparalleled. This movie sparked a trend of 're-watching' a movie. Moreover, this movie achieved this milestone without monopolizing theater screens. Overall, this is a really amazing movie.

Director Lee Joon-ik, who gained recognition with the comedy 'Once Upon a Time in the Battlefield,' became a master filmmaker with this movie. Most of his next works, especially historical dramas or period dramas like 'The Throne,' 'Anarchist from Colony,' 'Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet,' and 'The Book of Fish' were considered masterpieces and highly praised. However, aside from 'Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet', his legendary movie 'The King and The Clown' always remains at the top of his filmography.

To this day, it is the only Korean queer movie to have surpassed 10 M viewers... And it's also truly one of my all-time favorite movies.

theqoo

-This movie was indeed truly sensational.

-This is the first movie I ever re-watched.

-Was this the movie that made Lee Joonki famous?

-I watched this movie when I was a child and I thought Lee Joonki was a woman because he looked so beautiful in itㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-The best movie I have ever watched in my entire life.

-Yeah, because this is a good movie to begin withㅋㅋ

-I really enjoyed watching this movie, but I don't think I can re-watch it because it's too sad.

-The best ending I’ve ever seen in a movie.

-This is also the first movie I have ever re-watched multiple times. And I still enjoy each time I watch it. 

-It's truly a 'legend of legends.' This movie is amazing in so many ways.

-But I didn’t even realize it was queer when I watched it as a kidㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Even when they kissed, I was just like, 'Oh, okay.' F*ckㅋㅋㅋㅋ I wonder why.

-I enjoyed watching this movie too, but I don't think I understood the story well back then because I was so youngㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ I should watch it again tomorrow after such a long time.

-For real, this movie hit 10 M viewers just from word of mouth.

-It was the first and last movie in my life that I watched multiple times in the theater.

Continue reading The only Korean queer movie to have surpassed 10 million viewers as of 2024

A transgender woman and non-binary person who identifies as pansexual and has a girlfriend

 

Biological sex: Male -> Transitioned to female (Transgender woman)

(I watched the full video and she said she has not undergone surgery but is undergoing hormone therapy. She mentioned leaving the option for surgery open but didn't say she would definitely do it)

Gender identity: Non-binary (neither male or female)

Sexual attraction: Attracted to both men and women, identifying as pansexual. 

theqoo

-Exactly the kind of person I hate the most.

-Seriously, why is this such a big deal? If someone acted like this in any other field besides gender, they’d just be labeled mentally ill.

-What is he saying? He's just a long-haired guy dating a girl.

-Isn't that just... Bisexual?

-He's just a mentally ill man.

-If that's not a mental illness, then I don't know what is.

-Starting from today, I identify as a Maltese and am planning to get neutered. I'm a bit feisty, but I'm sweet to my owner.

-Then I'm a panda. Everland, adopt me.

-If he's non-binary, can he even be considered transgender?

-Women don't have penises, you mentally ill people.

-When I see stuff like this, I just think, 'Bullshit'.

-So, even without surgery, he still calls himself transgender?

-Non-binary transgender?

-Isn't he just a cross-dressing bisexual man?

Continue reading A transgender woman and non-binary person who identifies as pansexual and has a girlfriend
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Baby V.O.X's Lee Heejin would've been super popular if she debuted in this generation

 

theqoo 

-Heejin Unnie already had tons of fangirls back then...

-She looks like a doll… So f*cking pretty.

-A lot of people probably used her as their profile picture.

-She's seriously so pretty.

-Totally Twitter profile picture-worthy.

-She's not only beautiful and has nice body proportions, but she's also very funny, which makes her even more likable.

-She looks like a doll, but she's actually very funnyㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Plus, she's an amazing performer.

-I think I would've been a hardcore fan of her.

-I liked her back thenㅋㅋ She looked like a doll.

-I was in elementary school at the time. I really liked Lee Heejin Unnie.

-Back then, I was one of her fangirls...

-My first love.

-I bet she was probably one of the most popular member of the group back then.

-She definitely looks like the type of member who is so f*cking popular.

-So pretty!!! I liked Lee Heejin too back thenㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-The only girl group I liked was Baby V.O.X. Back in school days, I danced to Get Up during a festivalㅋㅋ

Continue reading Baby V.O.X's Lee Heejin would've been super popular if she debuted in this generation

Friday, December 20, 2024

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'Australian-Vietnamese' Hanni, faces dilemma as her stay in South Korea is illegal ... At a crossroads amid visa extension denial


TenAsia | Journalist Choi Jiye

NewJeans' member, Hanni, who has been claiming to have terminated her exclusive contract with ADOR, is now in a dilemma. If her claims are true, Hanni has been considered an illegal immigrant for the past week since the 14th.

According to TenAsia's investigation on the 20th, Hanni is facing a difficult situation due to visa issues. On November 28, Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein unilaterally notified ADOR of their contract termination.

Currently, they are in a state of being without a management agency. Apart from restrictions and inconveniences in their activities, a legal issue has arisen: the visa problem for the foreign members. While Danielle, who holds dual citizenship in Korea and Australia, is not facing any issues, Hanni, who holds dual citizenship in Australia and Vietnam, is classified as a foreigner and must renew her visa annually. This is where the dilemma arises.

While Hanni claims that her contract with ADOR has ended, she is currently staying in Korea on a visa provided by ADOR. This basically means that ADOR is still her management agency and that her exclusive contract is valid. If her claim of contract termination is accepted, it means her exclusive contract ended on November 29 and as she would no longer have a management agency, the visa issued to her by ADOR would no longer be valid. According to the Immigration Control Act, Hanni should have returned her Alien Registration Card and left Korea by the 13th of this month, which is within 15 days of the date she claimed to have terminated her contract with ADOR.

Based on her claims, Hani is technically an undocumented resident as of now. While the Immigration Control Act allows for a change of workplace under an existing visa, this requires consent from the previous management company. However, since ADOR maintains that their exclusive contract with NewJeans is still valid, it is highly unlikely that ADOR would grant such consent.

"TenAsia" "Choi Jiye"

theqoo

-Doesn't she have lawyers? I'm sure she'll handle this just fine.

-She'll probably figure it out since she has lawyers;; Here we go with another media play.

-She'll figure it out. This is basic stuff.

-I'm sure she'll manage...

-She'll handle this on her f*cking ownㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Ffs, stop.

-Do you think Hanni is dumb?ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Choi Jiye... This person should be sued for real.

-Jiye-ssi, does writing these articles help you eat and sleep better? Is your life improving? If so, good for you.

-Can’t that journalist be sued?

-I'm so sick of this. Stop harassing NewJeans.

-TenAsia again, that journalist again.

-Since the visa is something the agency has to handle, if ADOR does it, it basically confirms their claim that the contract wasn’t terminated. That’s tricky.

-The visa is still valid, and she’s not an illegal resident yet, so what’s the fuss?

-That journalist againㅎㅎㅎㅎ As expectedㅎㅎㅎㅎ

Continue reading 'Australian-Vietnamese' Hanni, faces dilemma as her stay in South Korea is illegal ... At a crossroads amid visa extension denial

A controversial post that garnered 6,000 comments from overseas

 

The Colosseum opens for the question of where to eat next

theqoo

-I'd tear off C, throw it away, and eat B. There's only bread there, so I won't eat it.

-C, B, A

-Since I might not finish everything, I'd eat the tasty part first and leave the bad parts. So, B!!!

-I'd eat the one that tastes the worst first, C.

-Eat B first and then throw away C.

-I'd eat B and throw away the edges~

-C just because it feels right to me.

-B with no doubt.

-C, B, and then finish with A.

-I'd get rid of the bland and annoying C first, and then enjoy the best part, B.

-C, in case it gets on my face while eating.

-Eat C to reduce the size and then gobble it all up.

-Eat C and save B for last.

-B is salty, so I'll neutralize it with C.

-Eat B, then immediately neutralize the saltiness with C.

-Eat A and C, then finish with B.

-Eat C first, then B to maximize the flavor of the filling.

-If I'm still hungry, I'll eat C first and finish everything. If I'm feeling full, I'll just eat B and stop.

-Just eat the side closest to your mouth…

-I can't believe people are throwing away C when one sandwich isn't even filling enough for me.

Continue reading A controversial post that garnered 6,000 comments from overseas

Why do women cook for their husbands?

 Women really hate when their husbands are just sitting on the sofa, watching TV, and playing games while they cook, right?

So, the philosophy that women often present is, 'Why should only women do the housework? Men should share the housework equally.' 

Over time, husbands have started to naturally understand that housework should be shared equally.

But when I look at women, they seem to voluntarily go to the kitchen to cook, make side dishes, and do laundry by themselves.

It's not like their husbands are ordering them to do it.

Women just do it on their own. They cook, set the table, and do the laundry.

Occasionally, they’ll ask their husbands to vacuum or take out the trash, but that's all. Women do all these household chores on their own. 

Is this something deeply ingrained in their DNA from past generations? 

Just like how dogs have been raised by humans for a long time and instinctively wag their tails and play with us, it seems like women have something similar passed down through generations as well.

pann
[+38][-120]

1. [+48][-12] It's definitely not the husband's fault. It's all because the servant mentality they have, there's nothing you can do about it. This kind of thing usually happens with Nam-mi-sae (NB: Women who are crazy for men). Usually, couples share the chores. In this age of dual-income households, who would get married if a woman has to do all the housework and earn money too?ㅡㆍㅡ

2. [+45][-4] I think it's because women are more selfless than men. They often display selflessness in the f*cking weirdest situations. They go through unnecessary hardships and then complain non f*cking stop.

3. [+41][-0] Even when a woman is sick and going to the hospital, she’ll still prepare meals, side dishes, and soup before going...

4. [+26][-17] Because the food that the husband makes tastes bad...?

5. [+22][-1] I don't understand either. Maybe it's just a different way of thinking... Women still prepare food and side dishes even when they're going to give birth. They even cook after having the baby...

6. [+11][-13] Then why is it that men are expected to run errands, carry heavy things, and drive? Everyone just does what they're better at and what comes more easily to them. That's what family is about. If you have a problem, take it up with your dad.

7. [+8][-0] That's because men underestimate the unpaid domestic labor women do. It's also called 'learned helplessness.' If the same domestic work were associated with money and honor, men would be quick to do it. Look at chefs, most of them are men. And in the military, where men take orders from other men, they do domestic chores really wellㅎ

8. [+8][-5] It's because they've grown up seeing their mother act as a servant to their father or male siblings at home.

9. [+7][-3] When we were buying a house, I completely changed the kitchen interior to my liking, choosing all the appliances—induction, dishwasher, coffee machine, rice cooker, and water purifier. I care a lot about the kitchen space, and I don’t want anyone, including my husband, invading my space. I enjoy cooking and making side dishes. I only put an extra set of utensils when I'm eating. But you're writing this in a provocative way and making women who love cooking seem foolish. Why is everyone generalizing and calling these women obsessed with men? Can you function in society with such a black-and-white logic?

10. [+7][-1] So, what's the point you're trying to make?

Continue reading Why do women cook for their husbands?
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The 2024 idol tour rankings are out

 The 2024 idol tour rankings selected by Billboard have been announced

1. SEVENTEEN - $98.4M, 865K attendees over 24 shows

(59.6 billion KRW, 36,000 attendees per concert)

2. ENHYPEN - $63M, 407K attendees over 36 shows

(25.135 billion KRW, 11,000 attendees per concert)

3. TXT - $58.1M, 453K attendees over 26 shows

(32.195 billion KRW, 17,000 attendees per concert)

4. ATEEZ - $37.6M, 192K attendees over 13 shows

(42.46 billion KRW, 14,000 attendees per concert)

5. TWICE - $24.2M, 220K attendees over 5 shows

(69.5432 billion KRW, 44,000 attendees per concert)

6. IU

7. IVE

8. NCT Dream

9. (G)I-DLE

10. ITZY

(Source: Instiz, Billboard)

The tour count is based on the number of tours from October 2023 to September 2024, so it may be slightly different from the December 2024 figures. Everyone is amazing and admirable, but personally, IU, who ranked high as a solo artist, is truly impressive.

pann
[+33][-19]

1. [+60][-4] Twice ranked 5th with only 5 shows, and IU solo ranked 6th. What’s going on?... They're so cool.

2. [+54][-5] What's with IU? I thought she was only popular in Korea, but she's also super popular overseas too??? That's so amazing.

3. [+53][-5] Look at the difference in the number of the showsㅋㅋㅋ And yet, HYBE’s trying to congratulate themselves for ranking high, that's funnyㅠ

4. [+50][-0] IU is really impressive... To achieve this as a solo artist…

5. [+43][-5] Twice’s international power is incredible~

6. [+35][-1] Even though Twice’s tour count is lower since they’re at the end of their tour, they’re still in the top ranks. As expected, they're truly amazing.

7. [+30][-1] Twice only did 5 shows, but their scale is no joke.

Continue reading The 2024 idol tour rankings are out

IU can’t go to the U.S. anymoreㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

 

"IU reported to the CIA" ... Fallout from the President's impeachment, how far will it go?

Did you see IU got reported to the CIA? Want to know why?

The Democratic Party included the phrase "President Yoon Sukyeol antagonized North Korea and China" in the impeachment motion against him.

Does that even make sense?

Our country is a ceasefire country and our main enemy is North Korea. How can impeaching the South Korean president for opposing North Korea even be justified?ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Are they crazy?

Look at the laws and policies the Democratic Party is pushing right now.

Look at the laws and policies the Democratic Party is pushing right now.

They’re opposing revisions to the anti-espionage law, trying to dismantle the National Intelligence Service, and even attempting to abolish the National Security Act.

At this point, isn’t it basically like saying, "We’re spies"?

They’re also trying to impeach the Minister of Justice, the Commissioner General of the National Police, a sitting prosecutor, the Minister of the Interior and Safety, the Chair of the Board of Audit and Inspection, and the Broadcasting Commission head...!

Basically, if North Korea were to invade right now, we’d be doomed.

The president only enacted and lifted martial law for a few hours. According to their logic, he’s no longer a threat. So why are they rushing to impeach him so desperately? Think about it carefully.

This is a national crisis, the greatest since the 625 War (NB: Korean War)

Even Elon Musk dropped a hint about it.

If we fail to distinguish allies from enemies now, we’re headed for communization.

In conclusion: Supporting the impeachment of the president = Pro-China, Pro-North Korea, Anti-U.S.

Remember that....

The meaning behind Elon Musk's post:

1. President Yoon declared martial law to eliminate pro-North Korea forces.

2. Yet, the opposition is obsessed with how the martial law was expressed, pushing for impeachment.

3. The opposition is practically salivating at the chance to remove President Yoon.

4. Let’s hope Korea becomes a rational country.

Since people keep calling it fake news, so here’s some fact-checking from an American lawyer.

Companies are probably sending internal memos about this tooㅋㅋㅋ

So far, everything the left called fake was real, and everything they called real was fake.

The important thing here is not the fact that IU is now unable to enter the U.S., but impeachment = Pro-China, Pro-North Korea!!! You fools. 

We asked American lawyers: Have there actually been cases where people were denied entry to the U.S. because of social media?

Yoo Haejoon, U.S. attorney: Quite often. More than Facebook or Twitter, issues often arise with KakaoTalk messages.

Kim Hyewook, U.S. attorney: Even if you enter on an ESTA without listing social media accounts, be cautious. During inspections, they may examine your phone without warning.

What happens if someone says they don’t have social media accounts?

Yoo Haejoon, U.S. attorney: If your phone is inspected and you’re caught lying, it could lead to bigger issues.

Kim Hyewook, U.S. attorney: Phone inspections can include KakaoTalk or Band messenger apps, and they may even request to check your email content.

Isn’t checking messenger conversations an invasion of privacy?

Both lawyers explain that airport entry points are considered borders, and foreigners may not receive the same constitutional protections for privacy.

Guys, slow down on reporting people to the CIA...ㅋㅋㅋ

Since yesterday morning, our company has been in chaos because ESTA approvals started getting revoked. The planning team had to send out a mass email, and it’s been a messㅋㅋ

Even when contacting the U.S. embassy about ESTA cancellations, all they say is, "We’re not obligated to share the reason for cancellation."

So, those whose ESTAs got revoked now have to apply for B-1 or L-1 visas, which require submitting sensitive personal information.

This creates variables based on individual eligibility assessments, and the planning team is scrambling to fix schedulesㅋㅋㅋ

pann
[+405][-1,012]

1. [+426][-102] The CIA said to stop messing around.

2. [+311][-74] As someone who's lacking in the head, you're quite diligent, I guess.

3. [+237][-101] Oh dear, you fool… How old are you to still see the world in such black-and-white terms?

4. [+226][-283] After all the propaganda and brainwashing from mad cow disease scares, the Sewol ferry incident, and candlelight protests, they still don’t get it... Do they even realize that they’re protesting alongside Chinese and Korean-Chinese? I guess you're the same kind of people, huh?ㅋㅋㅋ You can fool me once, but not twice. Especially not by that impeachment-obsessed party^^

If you look up Facebook, you’ll see Chinese protestors posting pictures of themselves and their families at rallies in Yeouido.

Get it together, Democratic Party supporters.

We are an ally of the United States, part of a pro-American alliance.

How can we even entertain the idea of communism in a time when we need to counter China and Russia, allies of North Korea?

5. [+218][-196] A core tactic of communists is 'false accusations.' They commit treason and then accuse others of treason. They hire people to post comments but then accuse others of using paid trolls. Everything the Democratic Party and its trolls are doing now is straight out of the communist playbook. I heard this from someone who studied spies during the disbandment of the Unified Progressive Party.

Continue reading IU can’t go to the U.S. anymoreㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
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Ock Joohyun publicly supports NewJeans amid agency dispute ... “You’ll become even more amazing people”

Ock Joohyun publicly supports NewJeans amid agency dispute ... “You’ll become even more amazing people”

Singer and musical actress Ock Joohyun showed her support for NewJeans.

On December 17th, 'Matahari' cast members Ock Joohyun and Yoon Sabong appeared as guests on SBS Power FM's 'Wendy's Young Street.'

During the show, Ock Joohyun recommended NewJeans' song 'Ditto'.  

She explained, “Since I was once part of a girl group myself, I intentionally look up more news about my girl group juniors. NewJeans recently went through some complicated issues, and I really wanted to show my support. Watching what they’ve been experiencing recently, I’ve been silently rooting for them a lot.”

She added, “I don’t have any members I’m personally in contact with, but as a senior, I want to tell them this: rather than nothing happening at all, you’ll grow to become much more amazing people through these experiences. You’ll carry deeper emotions and become artists who can deliver even better music, so I want to cheer you on.”

She concluded, “I’ve also looked up a lot of their music and performances, and they’re great.”

Meanwhile, NewJeans recently declared the termination of their exclusive contract with their agency, HYBE Label’s ADOR, and has entered into legal disputes.

Following S.E.S’s Bada and Eugene, Fin.K.L’s Ock Joohyun displays the true qualities of a 1st Gen idol senior.

This is how seniors in the industry should behave, isn’t it?

pann
[+150][-99]

1. [+50][-28] Even 1st Gen top-tier celebrities are cheering for NewJeans. Fighting.

2. [+48][-30] Another round of support and encouragement. On the other side, HYBE doesn't get support like this.

3. [+45][-27] Exactly. This is how seniors in the industry should act, unlike that 'someone' who torments others in every way possible.

4. [+34][-25] Ock Joohyun is so cool.

5. [+29][-16] Jeanzforfree surpassed 3 Million followers in just five days since it's launch!!!

6. [+16][-15] Warm encouragement and support from former fairy Ock Joohyunㅠㅠ

7. [+14][+3] Let the courts decide based on the law... Stop with these emotional posts. 

Continue reading Ock Joohyun publicly supports NewJeans amid agency dispute ... “You’ll become even more amazing people”

Given his talent, don't you think Kang Taeoh is way less popular than he should be?

Aside from his good looks, he can pull off nerdy, romantic, kind, psychopathic, and villainous roles, but strangely he's not becoming more popular. He's also extremely handsome and has a good physique.

Why are guys like Ryu Junyeol and Lee Donghwi thriving, but Kang Taeoh is on an involuntary break? ;; 

pann
[+416][-8]

1. [+365][-3] He’s probably working hard honestly without sponsors.

2. [+294][-0] It’s a shame he went to the military right after the success of 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo.' He could have built on that momentum.

3. [+243][-7] Totally agree with the last sentence. Why are Ryu Junyeol and Lee Donghwi doing well, but he isn’t?

4. [+219][-1] The role he played in 'A Moment of Romance' with Shin Yeeun was an immature, trashy boyfriend who only saw his girlfriend as a sexual object. You could see that just from the short clips. Meanwhile in 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo,' he was super kind. And then in 'The Tale of Nokdu,' he was a complete psychopath. It seems like he's naturally gifted as an actor. It's truly a mystery why he's not more popular.

5. [+207][-6] F*ck this. He should've become popular a long time ago. Unlike male idols, male actors are at their peak visual-wise from the age of 25 to their late 30s, and they should be playing male leads in several dramas during that time (assuming that they're handsome). Kang Taeoh is too late. But to be honest, it's not just Kang Taeoh. Those crappy actors who always play the heartthrob and have that dreamy vibe have already monopolized the male actor market, making it hard for other handsome male actors to compete.

6. [+139][-0] Yoo Seung-ho, who went to the military early, couldn't become popular due lack of projects, and Kang Taeoh went to the military right after gaining popularity. I really wish they would stop casting those crappy male leads.

7. [+119][-32] When I see things like this, I find Noh Yoonseo fascinating. Her debut work was 'Our Blues,' and now she keeps landing leading roles, including on Netflix.

8. [+109][-1] How does Ryu Junyeol keep getting cast in so many projects? Seriously, is the demand for him that high?

9. [+100][-1] Honestly, I can accept Park Jungmin, but the others aren't godly at acting. Why are they overlooking actors like Lee Joonhyuk, Kang Taeoh, and Kim Jihoon who are all so handsome?

10. [+82][-1] Kang Taeoh aside, it’s also a shame that Lee Joonhyuk isn’t as successful as he should be, given his face. He's currently filming a drama with Han Jimin, I hope this drama does wellㅠㅠ

Continue reading Given his talent, don't you think Kang Taeoh is way less popular than he should be?

Female and male idols who filmed a lot of ads in 2024

Includes all ads run in 2024, even those with expired contracts!

Solo artists are excluded (ex: IU)

I might miss some ads here.

 

NewJeans (16)

Coca Cola
Stonehenge
Hyundai Duty Free
Nike
Shinhan Bank
Calvin Klein
O-Lens
Carin
Essentials
SK Telecom
Pepero
Lotte Zero
Indomie
Honorary Ambassador for Korean Tourism
Public Relation Ambassador for Incheon Airport Customs
Public Relation Ambassador for Seoul Fashion Week

LE SSERAFIM (10)

Louis Vuitton
Goobne Chicken
Jim Beam
NBA
Android
Gelato Pique
Sony
Lumine Department Store Christmas Campaign
Indeed
Mom's Touch

Aespa (10)

Chopard
KB Gookmin Bank
Lotte Duty Free
Nabati
Mise en scène
Refrear
Pokemon Go
Android
McCafe
Honorary Ambassador for Incheon Airport

Jennie (8)

Chanel
Hera
Calvin Klein
Adidas
Maison Kitsuné
Jacquemus
Gentle Monster
Tamburins
Beats

IVE Jang Wonyoung (8)

Innisfree
MiuMiu
HapaKristin
Eider
Amuse
Rolalola
Kerastase
Tommy Hilfiger

IVE Ahn Yujin (8)

Dongwon Tuna
Clio
Fendi
Nepa
Soonhari Lemonjin
Hana Bank
Mardi Mercredi
Maxim Supreme Gold

Aespa Karina (8)

Krush
Converse
Yves St. Laurent Beauty
Vita500 Zero
Prada
Nordisk
Musinsa Beauty
Shinsegye Department Store Christmas Campaign

Cha Eunwoo (23)

Chaumet
Dior Beauty
Dior Fashion
Dunkin Donuts
Liberclassy
Sketchers
Giordano
Subway
Chung Jungone Homings
The North Face
Ricola
Hanwha Life
Cornetto
Milo
Sprite
Bodyfriend
Nescafe
Yves St. Laurent
Calvin Klein
LG U+
Norang Todak
Mimac Study
Ambassador for Visit Korea

RIIZE (13)

GESKE
UIQ
Louis Vuitton
Bakas flavored jelly
Woori Bank
Etude
Android
Fanta
McDonald's
National Geographic
Lotte Duty Free
Bench
Richeese

Seventeen Mingyu (8)

Innisfree
Nike Air Jordan
UNOVE
Bulgari
Calvin Klein
L'Occitane
Dior
Allo Bank


Seventeen Hoshi (7)

Jongga
OPPO
D'Alba
Diesel
NARS
ADLV
Cass

TWS (7)

Milkis
Shinsegye Duty Free
Kangol
Mediheal
3CE
Skoolooks
Celine

Cha Eunwoo seems to be the real deal...

If you only count ads aired on TV, Cha Eunwoo and Ahn Yujin seem to have the most.

Every time you turn on the TV, they’re there, and it’s always a different ad.

pann
[+44][-8]

1. [+41][-11] No matter how much people complain about NewJeans’ image going downhill, that doesn't change the fact that they're the top in this industryㅋㅋ

2. [+32][-10] Individual members seem even more impressive than groups since they secure and maintain contracts purely based on their personal image.

3. [+21][-3] Jennie, Jang Wonyoung, Ahn Yujin, and Karina each have eight solo ads. That is so freaking insane.

4. [+17][-2] Until last year, most of them were female idols, but now there are various male idols, which is good.

5. [+16][-0] In any ways, being under big agencies play a significant role.

6. [+13][-2] NewJeans also shot tons of magazine covers in addition to those ads. Nearly all of them were cover features... Plus, their brand contracts tend to last a long time.



7. [+11][-0] ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ Seeing the number of ads Cha Eunwoo did makes me laugh in disbeliefㅋㅋㅋ But if I were an advertiser, I’d probably want to use him too.

8. [+11][-3] As expected from Jennie, Karina, and Jang Wonyoungㄷㄷ
























Continue reading Female and male idols who filmed a lot of ads in 2024

Thursday, December 19, 2024

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Evidence of Big Hit (HYBE) manipulating the music charts (Sajaegi) exposed on another online community

 

[Big Hit] Request for Issuance of Tax Invoice

Hello, this is ㅇㅇㅇ from Big Hit Entertainment.

I am sending a copy of our business registration certificate as attached.

Please issue a tax invoice.

Thank you.

The KakaoTalk messages that the arrested CEO allegedly ordered an employee to post on Ilbe 

Big Hit Director: It’s going to be until noon tomorrow.

CEO Lee: Okay, I'll try to extend the streaming count a bit more.

Big Hit Director: CEO Lee's teams are doing such a great job.

CEO Lee: No, it's not just us. Big Hit also manages things so well, so we work together really smoothly.

Big Hit Director: Anyway, let's talk tomorrowㅋ I just got home nowbn

CEO Lee: Yes, rest well~~^^

CEO Lee: ㅋㅋ It's number 2 on the chart^^ It's going really well. All the tracks are in the top 20.

Big Hit Director: Yeahㅋ This is like a blockbusterㅋ

CEO Lee: ㅎㅎ This is how it usually is. It's a game of timing.


Big Hit Director: Let's have a drink once it's finished. This week is going to be the busiest. I will call you once things settle down.

CEO Lee: Okay.

CEO Lee: Director-nim, the streaming will gradually be stoped starting tomorrow. But the ranking won’t drop drastically.

Big Hit Director: Okay~~

They only posted the text yesterday and they posted the evidence today.

By the way, this is a situation where the Sajaegi was already acknowledged in the ruling, and this person was an employee at the time, but they said they posted it because it doesn’t seem like a proper investigation is being carried out.

https://www.instiz.net/pt/7656173

theqoo

-But didn’t everyone already know about this? It's just that HYBE controls the media, so it didn’t become a big issue... I hope it gets more attention, though

-Wow, isn’t this a nationwide scam? Return the medals.

-Didn’t everyone already know about this, though?ㅋㅋ

-What song was it from that time? Was it 'I Need U'?

-So, the music chart rankings are all liesㅋㅋ

-A nationwide scam.

-I knew it. I never look at HYBE rankings anymoreㅋㅋ

-Either return the medals or disband.

-Ugh, what’s the point of revealing the evidence? The beneficiaries have already gained popularity and money, and will live their lives in comfortㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ I just want to stop seeing their faces.

-They’re deceiving the whole country... A group with forced popularity.

-That company is amazing, they can cover everything up.

-But didn’t the person who revealed this yesterday also say that other major entertainment companies do this too? If you’re going to reveal it, reveal everything, let everyone know about it.

-So, everything was fake... What about the other artists who suffered from this? How unfair for them.

-I bet no articles will be published about this, but there will be more articles bashing New Jeans.

-There's already a court ruling, so what... Where can you find more accurate evidence than that?

-This was already mentioned in the rulingㅋㅋ

-Finally, the truth is coming out.

Continue reading Evidence of Big Hit (HYBE) manipulating the music charts (Sajaegi) exposed on another online community

"IU reported to the CIA" ... The far-right once again falls for another 'fake news'


OhmyNews | Journalist Lim Byungdo

A controversial claim has emerged among far-right and conservative supporters suggesting that celebrities who sponsored coffee, kimbap, and other items for protests calling for President Yoon Sukyeol's impeachment should be reported to the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency).

These supporters argue that celebrities like IU, SNSD Yuri, and NewJeans, who supported the impeachment protest, are anti-American and should be reported to the CIA, claiming that this would lead to their U.S. entry being denied. A 'reporting relay' of these celebrities has also begun.

To be clear, the claim that reporting someone to the US CIA will result in a US travel ban is completely false. This is not the first time this has happened. This fake news originated on Ilbe (Ilgan Best) in 2016 and resurfaced again in 2018.

At the time, among far-right and conservative supporters, there was a widespread beliefe claiming that 'If individuals were reported as anti-American, the CIA would impose a permanent ban on U.S. entry and prohibit their children from studying abroad.' This fake news circulated widely on online communities and social media, prompting media outlets to fact-check the claims.

First, U.S. entry visa applications are reviewed by the U.S. Department of State, not the CIA. According to the State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs, the criteria for visa approval include factors such as health status, criminal history, terrorism threats, illegal immigration history, and financial eligibility. Political views are not even considered in the visa process. The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has previously stated that issues like CIA reports are not worth responding to.

On the 17th (local time), U.S. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller addressed the issue, stating, "We have seen the constitutional process in South Korea working as intended in recent weeks," and added, "Democracy, which was hard-won, should never be weakened or undermined."

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had also commented on the impeachment of President Yoon, saying, "The most important thing is that South Korea has shown democratic resilience," and, "We have seen them peacefully follow the procedures outlined in the constitution."

While domestic far-right groups and conservative supporters have supported martial law, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell criticized President Yoon's declaration of martial law as 'a very problematic and unlawful action' and stated, "It seems that President Yoon made a serious misjudgment."

Global media outlets have praised the protests in South Korea, with the New York Times (NYT) calling it 'a form of artistic performance beyond a political message' and AFP referring to it as 'a festival for democracy.' The protest culture, with demonstrators waving lightsticks while singing SNSD's 'Into the New World,' has been highly praised.

For celebrities living on public popularity and love, it would be impossible not to react to reports like the NYT's statement that "K-pop, as a cultural symbol, has now become a tool for expressing the essence of Korean democracy on a global platform."

We suggest you to enjoy K-pop rather than engaging with 'fake news.'

theqoo

-Stupid.

-What are we going to do with those dumbasses?

-Told y'all, #2 voters are all sick in the head. They're the only ones who don't realize it.

-It’s amazing that they actually believe thatㅋㅋ

-The intelligence level… leave IU alone ^^

-CIA would think they're weird for reporting those celebritiesㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Why are there so many mentally ill people in our country?

-ㅋㅋㅋ These dumbasses ㅋㅋㅋ

-How do these dumbasses do social life?

-Does it even make sense to report a Korean person to the U.S.?

-It makes me angry that people with that level of intelligence have the same voting rights.

-Go listen to IU's 'Blooming' instead.

Continue reading "IU reported to the CIA" ... The far-right once again falls for another 'fake news'
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"Song Mino struggles with normal activities ... Requests to preserver police CCTV" Supervisor A responds to the allegations of duty negligence

 

Ilgan Sports | Journalist Park Seyeon

https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/241/0003402644

Both the Military Manpower Administration (MMA) and the police have launched investigations into the allegations of duty negligence against Winner Song Mino's military service. The supervisor at the facility where he served has cooperated with the police investigation, including requests to preserve police CCTV footage, while also stating that Song Mino's health condition made it difficult for him to perform regular duties like other civilians.

On the 19th, A, the supervisor at Mapo Resident Welfare Facility where Song Mino served his duty, told Ilgan Sports in a phone call, "Since the news broke, officials from the MMA has continuously come to the site to review relevant materials such as CCTV footage and attendance records. The police also recently contacted us to request preservation of the CCTV footage."

The allegations of Song Mino's duty negligence first surfaced on the 17th through a report by a media outlet. The report claimed that snce transferring to Mapo Resident Welfare Facility in March, Song Mino had occassionaly shown up for work, signing in, smoke a cifarette, and then disappear, causing significant controversy.

Regarding these allegations, A stated, "As the investigation is ongoing, I cannot confirm specific details about his negligence." However, he cautiously responded about Song Mino's condition based on his observations. A mentioned that Song Mino has been diagnosed with panic disorder and bipolar disorder, saying, "He is unable to carry out normal activities. His body is almost constantly under the influence of medication." He added, "There are periods when his symptoms, such as panic attacks, get worse. Particularly in March, as well as in October, November, and December."

In fact, Song Mino has been receiving treatment for a long time due to conditions such as panic disorder and bipolar disorder. He was classified as Level 4 during his military physical examination, making him eligible for alternative service.

A explained, "When Song Mino transferred to this facility in March, the MMA, our facility and Song Mino himself had a meeting. At the time, the MMA discussed assigning tasks that wouldn't draw attention to Song Mino, and considering his discomfort with being seen by other employees, we decided to provide him with a separate rest area."

Song Mino, who is scheduled for military discharge on the 23rd, is currently on sick leave and is facing allegations of duty negligence. A stted, "I understand that the MMA has requested that Song Mino submit materials to explain the allegations of irregular attendance." He added, "While his discharge is unlikely to be delayed at this point, if problems are found, future penalties or actions will depend on the investigation."

theqoo

-It’s really cruel that all these details are being exposed.

-It makes me realize that being a celebrity is glamorous, but it must be lonely too... To have such detailed information about your health exposed.

-Dispatch, you scumbags.

-This is really cruel… Stop revealing details about his health informationㅠㅠ

-I thought being away from the entertainment industry would help him abit... I don't know what he went through to have such a hard time, but I wonder if this can be treated...?

-At this point, he shouldn’t have been working. The separate area was probably just a kind gesture from the supervisor, but it could look like special treatment. If his condition is that serious, it might have been better to have him leave against his will. The supervisor is now caught in an awkward position now. Investigating this isn't simple. Anyway, I hope he gets proper treatment for his condition.

-Given the severity of his condition, he should've been exempted from the military service.

-Can't you be discharged if your health worsens during public service? It's unfortunate for him, but it seems like he was given too many privileges... I understand that the intentions were good, but you know what happens when someone gets too much of a favor... If his health condisiton has deteriorated significantly, I think it would've been better if he requested for a discharge (?)

-Does anxiety disorder have a cycle? That’s interesting.

-I’m not a fan, but he did look a bit depressed when they appeared on shows like 'I Live Alone.' He just doesn't seem as active as before.

Continue reading "Song Mino struggles with normal activities ... Requests to preserver police CCTV" Supervisor A responds to the allegations of duty negligence
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