Lee Mujin claims he hasn't received 2.1 billion KRW in settlement earnings… Big Planet Made Entertainment: “We will accept the suspension of the exclusive contract”

SOURCE: 이무진, 정산금 21억 못 받았다…빅플래닛 "전속계약 효력정지 수용"

Singer Lee Mujin claimed that he hasn't received settlement earnings amounting of 2.1 billion KRW from his agency, Big Planet Made Entertainment.

On the 27th, the Seoul Central District Court held a hearing over Lee Mujin's request for an injunction to suspend the validity of his exclusive contract with Big Planet Made Entertainment. 

Lee Mujin had previously informed Big Planet Made Entertainment in March of the termination of his exclusive contract and later filed the injunction request on the 7th of this month.

During the hearing, Lee Mujin's legal representative explained, "We notified the termination of the exclusive contract because the debtor (Big Planet Made Entertainment) failed to fulfill its settlement payment obligations, yet Lee Mujin is still being listed as an artist under the company on portal sites and other platforms," adding, "A court ruling is needed so Lee Mujin can continue his entertainment activities more securely."

Lee Mujin's side further claimed that Big Planet Made Entertainment failed to pay settlement earnings totaling 2.1 billion KRW.

In response, Big Planet Made Enertainment stated, "We do not believe the circumstances preventing the payout of setlements are entirely the debtor's responsibility," and added, "If Lee Mujin wishes to suspend the validity of the exclusive contract, we are willing to accept it."

However, the company also expressed regret, saying, "Given the years we spent working together, we feel devastated that he is leaving in this way while the company is going through difficult circumstances."

The court gave both parties three weeks to negotiate. If they fail to reach an agreement, the legal dispute will continue.

Previously, through his legal representatives, Lee Mujin stated, "I have not received settlement payments for Q2, Q3, and Q4 of last year and Q1 of this year."

Big Planet Made Entertainment is a label under One Hundred. Along with Lee Mujin, artists including VIVIZ, BE'O, and Lee Seunggi have also notified the company of contract termination over unpaid settlements and failures in management support obligations.

Born in 2000, Lee Mujin rose to fame through JTBC’s 'Sing Again.' He later established himself as a singer-songwriter with hit tracks including 'Traffic Light,' 'Coming of Age Story,' 'Episode,' and 'Propose.'

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Lee Joon: “I memorized choreography for 40 songs in two days… I got so stressed that I teared up”

SOURCE: 이준 "이틀 동안 40곡 안무 외워…스트레스받아 눈물 고여" (유퀴즈)

Lee Joon shared the behind-the-scenes story of his cheerleading performance.

On the 27th, Lee Joon appeared as a guest on tvN's variety show 'You Quiz on the Block.'

On this day, Lee Joon talked about his cheerleading performance that recently went viral, saying, "I was only given two days. Even though I was there for filming, there was still an audience watching. I didn't want to be seen peeking at others from the corner of my eyes looking around for cues, so I spent all my time memorizing choreography for 40 songs like I was preparing for the Korea National University of Arts entrance exam."

He continued, "At one point, I became so stressed that tears started welling up in my eyes. I couldn't memorize everything and my brain just wouldn't cooperate, I even doubted myself, thinking, 'Why am I only capable of this much?'"

Meanwhile, 'You Quiz on the Block' airs every Wednesday at 8.45 PM (KST) on tvN.

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Tablo shares update on his 16-year-old daughter Haru: "You may not believe it, but she’s preparing for the SAT"

SOURCE: 타블로, 16세 딸 하루 근황…"믿기지 않겠지만 SAT 준비"

Epik High's Tablo shared an update about his daughter, Haru.

On the 26th, a video titled 'The ultimate playlist that boosts your combat power by 2000%' was posted on Tablo's YouTube channel.

In the video, Tablo said, "You may not believe it, but my daughter Haru has already grown up this much and is now preparing for the SAT and AP exams." AP and SAT are exams related to college admissions and earning college credits in the United States.

He continued, "While studying for the exams, there are times when Haru occasionally loses confidence," adding, "Whenever that happens, she needs the kind of energy that makes her feel like, 'I can do anything.'"

Introducing the OST from 'The Godfather,' Tablo said, "I'm going to play this song every time Haru takes an exam. I’m sure it'll work."

Meanwhile, Tablo married actress Kang Hyejung in 2009, and they have a daughter, Haru, who was born in 2010.

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TWICE Jihyo’s younger sister to debut as a member of a girl group under HYBE subsidiary, ABD

SOURCE: 트와이스 지효 동생, 하이브 산하 ABD 걸그룹 멤버로 데뷔

Park Seoyeon, the youngest sister of TWICE's Jihyo, will make her debut as a singer under HYBE's new subsidiary label, ABD.

According to music industry reports on the 27th, Jihyo's younger sister, Park Seoyeon, has been included in the debut lineup of the new girl group that ABD is preparing to launch.

Previously, ABD launched its official website and social media accounts to release a brand short film featuring the members of the girl group scheduled to debut in the second half of this year. 

Among the revealed members was Park Seoyeon. Born in 2008, she reportedly trained under HYBE while preparing for her debut.

Jihyo is the oldest of three sisters. Her second sister, Lee Haeum (real name Park Jiyoung) is currently active as an actress. Now, her youngest sister Park Seoyeon is also preparing to enter the entertainment industry.

ABD is a girl-group focused label established by HYBE. The label's name reflects its vision of pursuing 'a flexible and lively creativity that imagines a 'D' rather than a 'C' following 'A' and 'B'' The company is led by CEO Noh Jiwon, who previously served as the head of the Artist Planning Department at Pledis Entertainment.

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“They say even 0.1cm can spread…” Ji Yeeun opens up about battling thyroid cancer… Yoo Jaesuk was also surprised

SOURCE: “0.1cm도 전이된다는데…” 지예은, 갑상선암 투병…유재석도 놀랐다

Actress Ji Yeeun has opened up about her battle with thyroid cancer for the very first time. 

On the episode of Netflix's 'Yoo Jaesuk's Camp' that aired on the 26th, Yoo Jaesuk, Lee Kwangsoo, Byun Wooseok, and Ji Yeeun were shown preparing a barbecue party and a campfire for the guests staying at the camp.

During the episode, Yoo Jaesuk told Ji Yeeun, "Yeeun, you've completely recovered your health now." Ji Yeeun smiled brightly and replied, "Yes, completely."

When Yoo Jaesuk added, "I can't even tell at all anymore," Ji Yeeun responded, "That's right. I'm doing really fine."

Ji Yeeun then cautiously opened up about what happened at the time. She confessed, "I heard that even if it's only 0.1cm big, it can still metastasize," adding, "In my case, they told me I actually had quite a lot of cancer."

Shocked by the unexpected confession, Yoo Jaesuk reacted, "Oh, really?" Ji Yeeun then said, "I'm truly so grateful." Yoo Jaesuk comforted her warmly, saying, "Everything is something to be thankful for."

Notably, Ji Yeeun was also seen tearing up during the campfire scene.

Yoo Jaesuk said, "As you may already know from seeing the news articles, Yeeun was a little sick," adding, "Thankfully, she has recovered her health and was able to join us here today, and I’m very grateful for that."

Last year, Ji Yeeun temporarily paused her entertainment activities, including her appearances on SBS' 'Running Man' due to worsening health issues. At the time, rumors spread that she was suffering from hypothyroidism, but her agency remained cautious, stating that it was 'private medical information.'

It was later revealed that her condition had been serious enough to require surgery, and through this broadcast, it became known that she had been battling thyroid cancer.

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“Thank you for believing in me and waiting for me”... Kim Soohyun returns after clearing his name

SOURCE: "믿고 기다려주셔서 감사"..누명 벗은 김수현, 돌아왔다 [스타이슈]

Actor Kim Soohyun, who shed tears while pleading his innocence at a press conference a year ago, has made his return. He stated, "Thank you so much for believing in me and waiting for me."

On the 27th, Kim Soohyun's agency, Gold Medalist, released an official statement regarding the clearing of allegations made by Garo Sero Research Institute CEO Kim Se-ui, who was arrested on the 26th.

The agency stated, "Through the investigation into the multiple lawsuits and charges filed by Kim Soohyun and our company against Kim Se-ui of Garo Sero Research Institute, it has been confirmed that the various allegations and evidence raised by Garo Sero Research Institute against Kim Soohyun were false." They added, "In particular, the KakaoTalk conversation logs revealed through their press conference were determined to be fabricated. The KakaoTalk conversation logs involving another individual who is completely unrelated to Kim Soohyun also the late Kim Saeron's voice recordings were also confirmed to be fabricated using AI technology."

The agency continued, "Due to the severity of the matter and multiple charges, including violations of the Information and Communications Network Act (defamation through spreading false information), violations of the Anti-Stalking Act, violations of the Special Act on the Punishment of Sexual Crimes (distribution of illegally filmed materials), and intimidation, the court has issued an arrest warrant for Kim Se-ui. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the investigative authorities for uncovering the truth based on objective evidence." They further explained, "At a press conference one year ago, Kim Soohyun promised, 'I will not ask you to trust me. I will prove it.' He spent the past year devoted entirely to keep that promise. Finally, through legal procedures and a thorough investigation, the truth has been proven."

Lastly, the agency also anounced Kim Soohyun's return, saying, "We sincerely thank everyone who believed in and waited for Kim Soohyun."

Previously, on the 26th, Garo Sero Research Institute CEO Kim Se-ui was arrested on charges of defaming Kim Soohyun by spreading false information. On this day, Judge Boo Dongsik of the Seoul Central Distric Court held a warrant review for Kim Se-ui, who was charged with violations of the Special Act on the Punishment of Sexual Crimes (filming/distributing footage using cameras), defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act, intimidation, and attempted coercion. The judge issued the arrest warrant, stating, "There is a risk of destruction of evidence and flight."

Even after the warrant hearing, Kim Se-ui continued to deny the allegations, saying, "I do not admit to any of the charges."

Kim Se-ui is accused of spreading recordings and making claims that Kim Soohyun dated the late Kim Saeron when she was a minor, and that pressure from Kim Soohyun's side regrding debt repayment directly caused her death. He is also accused of damaging Kim Soohyun's reputation by fabricating false information and manipulating Kim Saeron's voice recordings using AI technology. Investigators additionally concluded that the KakaoTalk conversation logs presented by Kim Se-ui during a press conference in March last year, which were used as evidence of the relationship between Kim Sohyun and Kim Saeron, had been fabricated.

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