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The K-Pop’s Most Controversial Split That Changed Laws

April 20, 2023October 17, 2023 koreanophilesjyj, sm entertainment, tvxq

Dubbed as the most successful boy group, SM Entertainment has produced, TVXQ, went from 5 Members To 2 in 2009. In a groundbreaking move that sent shockwaves through the K-Pop industry, three members of the iconic group TVXQ—Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu—took legal action against their management agency, SM Entertainment. Their lawsuit shed light on the harsh realities of the entertainment industry, particularly the long-term contracts and unfair wages imposed on artists, often referred to as “slave contracts.” Three members of TVXQ, Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu took SM Entertainment to court…

K-Pop Idols And Their Encounter With Sasaeng Fans

July 4, 2022August 13, 2023 koreanophiles2pm, bigbang, exo, gdragon, heechul, jyj, super junior, taecyeon, tvxq

Being a fan brings so much joy and excitement to our lives. We can’t deny how significant the impact they made on how we live. But some fans have gotten obsessed and have crossed the lines and Koreans call it, “sasaeng.” The term “sasaeng” comes from the Korean words “sa” meaning “private” and “saeng” meaning “life.” Here are some of the most disturbing stories of K-Celebrities who were harrassed by sasaengs. Yunho’s Glue Drink In 2014, TVXQ‘s Yunho shared the details of what happened after his infamous poison accident happened in 2006.…