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Xdinary Heroes Shares Legal Action Update For Privacy Invasions Including Dorm Trespassing
Xdinary Heroes’ agency JYP Entertainment has revealed an update on legal action for severe invasions of privacy. On February 11, the agency released the following statement: Hello. This is JYP Entertainment. First, we would like to express our deep gratitude to all fans who cherish Xdinary Heroes. Following our previous notice regarding the incident of unauthorized entry into the artists’ residence, we would like to provide an update on the current status and our plans for future action. We have filed a criminal complaint with the police station with jurisdiction against the suspects who unlawfully trespassed into the artists’ residence, and we have recently confirmed that the court has issued a provisional measure disposition under the Act on Punishment of Crime of Stalking. We are actively cooperating with the investigative authorities so that the suspects currently undergoing legal proceedings may receive strict punishment. Despite the fact that guidance and legal action regarding such invasions of privacy are already underway, we have recently continued to identify conduct such as remaining stationed near the residence and the company headquarters while waiting for the artists or otherwise infringing upon their private spaces. This is behavior that seriously threatens the artists’ personal safety and cannot be justified for any reason. Accordingly, with the artists’ safety and protection of their rights as our top priority, we will be implementing the following strong measures. For any acts that infringe upon the artists’ safety and rights—including residential trespass, illegal filming, leaking of personal information, and continuous privacy invasions—we will, without exception, refer the matter to investigative authorities. We will also strengthen security and patrols near the residence and the company headquarters, and if offenders are caught in the act, we will take immediate legal action. In addition, we hereby make it clear that any individuals found to have engaged in such behavior will not be permitted to participate in any official activities related to Xdinary Heroes in the future. We ask for your active cooperation in fostering a mature fan community culture and in ensuring the artists’ safety. We will continue to take all necessary measures so that our artists can carry out their activities in a safe environment, and we will do our utmost to protect their rights and interests. Thank you.
Cho Sae Ho To Host Nam Chang Hee’s Wedding
Comedian Cho Sae Ho will host Nam Chang Hee’s wedding! On February 11, Cho Sae Ho’s agency A2Z Entertainment confirmed, “Cho Sae Ho will host Nam Chang Hee’s wedding.” Earlier this month, Nam Chang Hee announced that he will marry a non-celebrity 14 years his junior on February 22. The wedding will take place at the Dynasty Hall of the Shilla Hotel in Jangchungdong, Seoul. Cho Se Ho and Nam Chang Hee have been friends since their early days in the industry and even formed the duo ChoNam Zone. Nam Chang Hee also served as MC at Cho Sae Ho’s wedding. Congratulations once again to Nam Change Hee and his fiancée!
IU's Agency Shares Update On Legal Action Against Malicious Posts And Privacy Invasion
IU’s agency has shared an update on ongoing legal action. On February 11, EDAM Entertainment shared a notice on the status of legal actions regarding malicious posts and illegal activities involving IU. The latest update shares the judgements rendered by the court since the previous announcement as well as updates on continued actions taken to protect the privacy of IU. Currently, IU is gearing up for the release of her upcoming drama “Perfect Crown.”
TWICE's Dahyun To Take Hiatus From "THIS IS FOR" Tour Due To Injury
Dahyun will be unable to participate in upcoming concert stops for TWICE’s world tour “THIS IS FOR” after sustaining an ankle injury. On February 11, JYP Entertainment issued an official statement announcing that Dahyun will be unable to participate in the North America tour dates scheduled from February 13 through March 7. Hi, this is JYP Entertainment. We would like to share an update regarding TWICE member Dahyun and her upcoming schedule. During the early stages of the North America tour, Dahyun experienced discomfort in her ankle and continued receiving treatment while in the United States. After returning to Korea, she underwent further medical examinations and was diagnosed with a fracture. Based on medical advice, she has been advised to undergo continued treatment and take sufficient rest. Throughout the tour, Dahyun had been eagerly looking forward to meeting fans and, even after the injury, did her best to remain on stage, including performing while seated. However, considering the physical demands of the performances, which involve ongoing walking, jumping, and choreography that place significant strain on the injured area, continuing to perform could interfere with her recovery. After careful discussion among the artist, the company and medical professionals, and with her health as our top priority, it has been decided that she will not participate in the North America tour dates scheduled from February 13 through March 7. For the time being, Dahyun will focus on her treatment and recovery and looks forward to returning to fans in good health. Her participation in future schedules will be decided after closely monitoring her recovery and in consultation with DAHYUN and medical professionals. We sincerely apologize to fans who may have been surprised by this news and ask for your kind understanding, as this decision was made to prioritize Dahyun’s recovery. Thank you always for your continued love and warm support. JYP Entertainment TWICE is currently on Part 2 of their “THIS IS FOR” world tour. Wishing Dahyun a speedy and full recovery!
IVE's Jang Won Young Makes Generous Donation To Help Pediatric And Adolescent Patients
IVE’s Jang Won Young has donated to a meaningful cause! On February 11, Severance Hospital announced that Jang Won Young donated 200 million won (approximately $137,320) to the hospital to support treatment for pediatric and adolescent patients. It was reported that she decided to make the donation in the hope of having a positive impact on the treatment and recovery of children her age and of helping them grow together in the future. 100 million won of the donation will be used for the Severance Children’s Hospital development fund, while the other 100 million won will be used for the Gangnam Severance Hospital Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine development fund. IVE recently released “BANG BANG,” a pre-release track from their second full-length album “REVIVE+.”
February Individual Rookie Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual rookie idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various rookie idols, using big data collected from January 5 to February 5. ILLIT’s Wonhee held onto her spot at the top of the list this month with a brand reputation index of 523,296, marking a 43.04 percent increase in her score since January. High-ranking phrases in her keyword analysis included “three-stage high note,” “20 years old,” and “NOT CUTE ANYMORE,” while her highest-ranking related terms included “charming,” “pretty,” and “cute.” Wonhee’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 87.05 percent positive reactions. TWS’s Jihoon shot to second place with a brand reputation index of 394,587, while CORTIS’s Keonho came in at a close third with a score of 388,667. ILLIT’s Minju took fourth place for February with a brand reputation index of 245,963, and TWS’s Dohoon rounded out the top five with a score of 216,643. ILLIT’s Wonhee TWS’s Jihoon CORTIS’s Keonho ILLIT’s Minju TWS’s Dohoon ILLIT’s Yunah Hearts2Hearts’ Ian Hearts2Hearts’ Jiwoo ILLIT’s Moka TWS’s Shinyu ILLIT’s Iroha MEOVV’s Anna Hearts2Hearts’ Yuha RESCENE’s Woni CORTIS’s Juhoon Hearts2Hearts’ A-na Hearts2Hearts’ Stella TWS’s Kyungmin TWS’s Youngjae Hearts2Hearts’ Carmen Hearts2Hearts’ Ye-on Hearts2Hearts’ Juun BABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon CORTIS’s James CORTIS’s Seonghyeon BABYMONSTER’s Asa izna’s Choi Jungeun izna’s Bang Jeemin KiiiKiii’s Haeum MEOVV’s Ella