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

TenAsia | Journalist Choi Jiye

https://m.entertain.naver.com/article/312/0000693609

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.

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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.

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[+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?

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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.

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[+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

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[+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

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?

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[+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? ;; 

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[+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.

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[+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