Thursday, August 13, 2026

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IVE’s Jang Wonyoung caught fans' attention after sharing a strict personal routine she sticks to after every performance, no matter how tired she is.

Jang Wonyoung shared this information in a recently uploaded video on IVE’s official Youtube channel, titled 'Jang Wonyoung: Lie-Down Interview.' In the video, which was filmed after completing a concert in Montreal, she took her time to answer questions from fans while lying down.


When asked about her post-performance routine, Jang Wonyoung shared her strict hygiene habits before resting or having a meal. She revealed, "First, I come back to the hotel and go straight to the bathroom. I cleanse my face thoroughly and take a shower for almost an hour," and added:
"I’m the type of person who can’t feel satisfied unless my body is 100% clean, so I wash myself again and again and scrub. I consider showering time important."

She also pointed out, "Honestly, even lying down on the bed right after a concert like I’m doing now is something I normally wouldn’t do, but I lay down just this once for DIVEs."

She went on and shared, "Once I become fragrant again, that's when I'll check my phone or have a meal. Some people get hungry after a concert and eat first, but I’m not like that," and added:
"I absolutely need to feel clean before I can do anything else."

Meanwhile, IVE recently concluded the North American run of their world tourwith a finale at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada, on August 9. Keeping up their momentum, IVE will resume tour activities across Asia starting in September.

IVE's Jang Wonyoung Reveals She Showers for an Hour After Every Concert

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JYP Entertainment has officially announced that Gunil is leaving Xdinary Heroes and ending his contract with the agency.

On August 13, JYP Entertainment released a statement addressing the sudden decision, saying, "Regarding the recent issue involving Gunil, we are deeply aware of the seriousness of the situation and have had long discussions with the artist." They continued:
"As a result, we determined that it would be difficult for him to continue participating in the group's activities. We have mutually agreed to terminate his exclusive contract. As of today, Gunil has left Xdinary Heroes and will be concluding his activities with the group. We sincerely apologize for bringing such sudden and concerning news.

While JYP Entertainment referred it as a 'recent matter,' the issue comes from online claims made by an individual identified as A, who claimed to be Gunil's ex-girlfriend.

Based on her posts and a leaked phone call recording, A claimed that Gunil cursed at his fans every single day when they were together and that his on-screen personality is completely different to how he acts in real life. The controversy mainly centers on the claims of him badmouthing his fans off-camera. However, these are one-sided allegations from A and have not been proven true.


Following Gunil's departure, Xdinary Heroes will now move forward as a five-member band.
To reassure fans, JYP Entertainment stated, "We will fully support the remaining members so they can focus on their music in a stable environment."

Gunil Leaves Xdinary Heroes and JYP Entertainment Amid Recent Controversy

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SHINee's Onew and his agency, Griffin Entertainment, have responded to allegations involving unlicensed medical treatment.

On the evening of August 12, Griffin Entertainment issued a statement clarifying, "In the past, Onew visited a hospital after being introduced by an acquaintance and received treatment for the purpose of skincare." They added:
"At the time, Onew believed the individual in question was a licensed doctor or a medical professional at the hospital. There were no circumstances that would have led him to question the validity of the person’s medical license or the legality of the treatment procedures."
The agency's response was released after the Seoul Gangnam Police Station questioned Onew as a suspect for allegedly violating the Medical Service Act.


Investigators are currently looking into how Onew received medical treatment from a woman identified as A, who did not hold a valid medical license. The main point of the investigation is to determine whether Onew was aware that A didn't have a valid medical license when he received the treatment.

 Meanwhile, police are also investigating A for running a major illegal medical operation. She is accused of administering IV drips and prescribing medication to celebrities in private places like apartments and cars, without a medical license. The allegations surfaced after former managers of TV personality Park Narae exposed the situation.

 Following those initial reports, authorities banned A from leaving the country late last year, executed a search and seizure warrant at her residence, and brought her in for formal questioning in February. Since then, police have questioned multiple celebrities as suspects, including Park Narae, SHINee's Key and Onew, TV personality Jeon Hyunmoo, and Youtuber Picky Eater Haetnim, to determine if they were aware that A wasn't a licensed medical professional.


 Onew was first questioned by police about the situation back in May. During the interview, he explained the facts fully and cooperated completely with law enforcement.

Griffin Entertainment previously addressed this matter when the claims first surfaced last December. The agency explained that Onew had visited the hospital where A worked in April 2022 through a friend's recommendation. They pointed out that given the size and professional look of the facility at the time, it was almost impossible for Onew to suspect anything illegal was going on.

As the police investigation continues, Griffin Entertainment repeated Onew's consistent statement. They maintained that Onew went in purely for standard skin treatment and was completely unaware of any medical law violations. The agency also strongly asked the media and fans to avoid spreading false rumors and unverified speculation until official police results are revealed. 

SHINee's Onew Responds After Being Questioned by Police Over Unlicensed Medical Treatment