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26 February 2011
[Trans] 110219 SM’s Court Verdict Refutation Unleashes A Flood Of Criticism From The Public
On the 17th, the Seoul District Courts dismissed both the formal objection and exclusive contract suspension injunction filed by SM Entertainment against JYJ (Jaejoong, Yoochun and Junsu). Regarding this, SM Entertainment immediately released a refutation document stating, “SM and JYJ’s legal battle is still not over,” and “The decision laid down by the Courts on the 17th was made only with regards to the injunction; it does not mean that the exclusive contract between SM and JYJ is invalid.” They continued to add, “We are currently involved in the trial on this issue and a witness examination date has been set for mid-March. We will use only the objective truth and facts to prove the validity of the exclusive contract.”
But SM’s refutation has unleashed a flood of criticism aimed at the entertainment agency from K-Pop fans. Not only are JYJ fans criticizing the entertainment agency, but even the public is seeing SM in a bad light. Most state that SM should see the big picture instead of just focusing on the details. Most of the criticisms against SM can be found on social networking sites.
A Twitterian posted a tweet dripping with sarcasm regarding SM’s attempt to lessen the power of the Courts’ verdict that stated, “Just like their name implies, the company’s SM (SadoMasochism) will continue.” Another user stated, “SM is a Stalker Management company.” Movie critic and professor Shim Young Seop wrote on his Twitter account, “Will SM really follow the Courts’ verdict?” “If SM continues to block JYJ and not follow the Courts’ verdict, couldn’t fans file a lawsuit against SM?”
Another Twitterian emphasized that, “Even the largest boulder will crack and break if water drops continuously fall on it. I believe that the Courts’ decision will not only break the boulder that is SM, but also become the foundation of a more transparent K-pop industry.”
Netizens of various sites pointed out that, “Don’t look at celebrities like mere objects to sell. There is a need to respect their worth and human rights.” They are also raising their voices to say, “The only thing greed brings about is destruction. We hope that SM, a representative entertainment agency of Korea, does not partake in foolish acts that will do nothing but cause the public to distrust them.”
Many are criticizing SM’s outdated patriarchal leadership and pointing out that changes need to be made for a fair and harmonious entertainment industry. The opinion is rising that an effective alternative must be set to move the Korean entertainment industry into a new era.
source: [today korea+Yuaerubi]
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[News] 110225 Park Yoochun is Under Consideration to Cast in ‘Goodbye Miss Ripley’
Singer and actor Park Yoochun has been under review to star in MBC TV Drama ‘Goodbye Miss Ripley’
Park Yoochun’s representative from his agency CJeS Entertainment Baek Chang Ju said on a phone call with TV Daily, “We have only met for casts review. Nothing is yet confirmed by now. The result will be determined after a careful examination.”
According to representative Baek, currently there are two dramas that are lining up asking for Park Yoochun’s appearance. Park Yoochun has been enjoying an immense popularity ever since his acting debut in KBS 2TV drama ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal’ last year.
Other than ‘Goodbye Miss Ripley’ Park Yoochun has also rose as potential cast for KBS 2TV new drama ‘Maid’.
credit: TV Daily
trans: sharingyoochun.net
[News] 110225 Fans-Created JYJ Internet Radio Station Will Hit First Airing on March 3rd
Internet radio station that is built by JYJ fans is already finalized and will start its first airing on March 3rd in the country.
According to an official of this JYJ internet radio station dedicated to broadcast JYJ’s songs, the radio is going to be active on coming March 3rd at 8 pm for more than two hours long.
In commemoration of the first airing, each day in the one week special will be decorated with moment of celebration footages of Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu’s friends from various fields such as comedian, actors, broadcasters, singers, and musical actors. A fanmade music video containing JYJ-related pictures that were sent from fans world-wide will also be released.
After the first broadcast episode, the radio station is scheduled to operate for 1 hour and can be accessed from many different countries.
This JYJ broadcast network is established as private broadcast station dedicated to JYJ by fans, for around a while fans have worked together to promote the website as well as recruit all staffs needed to run an internet radio including web designer, DJ, and writers from all over the country.
Due to conflicts with former agency SM Entertainment, JYJ’s broadcasting activities have been pretty much disrupted, leaving some fans in concern. This ‘fanmade’ internet radio station is indeed an example that shows huge influence of a powerful fanbase that surprised the officials.
credit: Osen
trans: sharingyoochun.net
