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AsiaOne
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Gossip mill: Wife of veteran Hong Kong actor Ai Wai dies of liver disease, Kwon Yul announces wedding, Shinee's new single has same name as late Jonghyun's final album
Veteran Hong Kong actor Ai Wai's wife Lisa Chan died on May 18 from liver disease while waiting for a transplant. She was 61. According to Hong Kong media, she suffered from complications related to polycystic liver and kidney disease and, in 2015, had surgery to remove a 6kg uterine tumour. Following the surgery, fluid reportedly built up in her liver and kidneys, leading to her liver function decreasing to 20 per cent. Ai Wai, known for his roles in Running Out of Time (1999), Flash Point (2007) and Hooked on You (2007), made an appeal on Facebook on May 10 after Chan was hospitalised. The 66-year-old wrote: "My wife's condition is critical, and she was put on the waiting list for a liver transplant about two months ago. Unfortunately, there is still no suitable liver, and all her young family members are not healthy enough. "Now I can only do my best. I would like to appeal here, hoping that there are kind-hearted people willing to donate. Hong Kong's liver transplant technology is very mature now, and the risk of accidents to donors is as low as one to two per cent... I would be very grateful." However, Chan was transferred to the ICU after contracting a bacterial infection and developing fluid in her abdomen, according to TVB Entertainment News. She succumbed to her illness at around 1pm on May 18. The couple married in 2002. They separated in 2020 over her mahjong addiction, but reunited two years later. Kwon Yul announces wedding [embed] South Korean actor Kwon Yul is about to get married. Earlier today, his agency J,wide-Company released a statement announcing the good news. "Actor Kwon Yul has met a precious person with whom he wishes to spend the rest of his life, and the two will be tying the knot on May 24," they wrote. "Out of consideration for the non-celebrity bride-to-be and both families, the wedding will be held privately at a location in Seoul. "We ask for your warm blessings and support for actor Kwon Yul who is about to embark on a new chapter in life. Kwon Yul will continue to greet [audiences] through various projects as an actor, showing his best on screen. Thank you." Kwon Yul, 42, made his acting debut in 2007's Mackerel Run. His acting credits include My Fair Lady (2009), Dali & Cocky Prince (2021) and My Sweet Mobster (2024). Shinee's new single has same name as late Jonghyun's final album [embed] K-pop boy band Shinee is set to release a new single on May 25 that shares the same name as late member Jonghyun's final album: Poet | Artist. The day also marks the group's 17th debut anniversary. Shinee posted a trailer for the upcoming project that included mascots of all the members, including Jonghyun, earning comments of "Shinee is five" and "5hinee" from fans. Jonghyun died in December 2017 from suicide by carbon monoxide poisoning, and his album Poet | Artist was released posthumously the next month. [embed] The plushies are included with the upcoming release, and fans were also heartened to find out that while each living member "holds" their plushie on the packaging, Jonghyun's plushie is "held" by the other four members: Onew, Key, Minho and Taemin. Shinee is also holding a three-day concert between May 23 and 25 in Seoul to commemorate their anniversary. [embed] Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444 Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019 Institute of Mental Health's Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 Silver Ribbon: 6386-1928 Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788 Community Health Assessment Team: 6493-6500/1 Counselling TOUCHline (Counselling): 1800-377-2252 TOUCH Care Line (for seniors, caregivers): 6804-6555 Care Corner Counselling Centre (Mandarin): 1800-353-5800 Online resources [[nid:717827]] drimac@
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Artist' comeback announcement brings SHAWOLs to tears
SHINee, the SM Entertainment boy group, announced that they will be making their long-awaited comeback on May 25. The return has been highly anticipated by fans, especially following the departures of Taemin and Onew from SM Entertainment after many years with the company. This upcoming release already carries emotional weight for SHAWOLs. While reports suggest the new release will be a single, it's the title that has struck a deep emotional chord with fans. Ringing in the 17th anniversary of their debut, the single, titled Poet | Artist, holds special meaning, as it shares the name of the late Jonghyun's final album, released posthumously on January 23, 2018. SHINee 샤이니 【Poet l Artist】 ➫ 2025.05.25 00AM (KST)#SHINee #샤이니 #PoetlArtist #SHINee_PoetlArtist About "Poet | Artist" Adding to the emotional weight of the comeback, SHINee's official account unveiled details about the physical album, which will feature collectible items including photocards and plushies representing each of the five members. The group also released a "Fluffy SHINee" trailer, introducing the five plush characters that will accompany different versions of the upcoming single album. In a particularly heartfelt touch, Jonghyun's plushie is shown in an image where all the members are holding it together — a powerful symbol of unity and remembrance that deeply moved fans. SHINee 'Poet l Artist' Album Details (둘째 ver.) SHINee 샤이니 【Poet l Artist】 ➫ 2025.05.25 00AM (KST)#SHINee #샤이니 #PoetlArtist #SHINee_PoetlArtist SHAWOLs react With the long gap since their last group release and a title that feels like a heartfelt tribute, SHINee's upcoming comeback holds deep emotional significance for SHAWOLs, who continue to honour Jonghyun's legacy. Many took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their emotions, shedding tears over how much they miss Jonghyun while expressing their deep anticipation for the release. One said, "Always for their Jonghyun." always for their Jonghyun Another wrote, "I'll probably delete this later, but it's 1 in the morning and I'm absolutely bawling. I don't think Jonghyun has been so loudly mentioned since 2017. I genuinely don't even know how to feel right now. From the name to the five individual fluffies with ㅎㅅㅎ... I am so in shock." i'll probably delete this later but its 1 in the morning and im absolutely bawling. i don't think jonghyun has been so loudly mentioned since 2017. i genuinely don't even know how to feel right now. from the name, to the five individual fluffys with ㅎㅅㅎ. i am so in shock One commented, "The CD being like Jonghyun's 'MY LOVES'." the cd being like jonghyun's MY LOVES 🥺 Another added, "The dolls have each member's hand, while Jonghyun's has all the members' hands together — my 5HINee." the dolls have each member hand, while jonghyun's has every member's together🥹 my 5hinee Poet | Artist is scheduled for release on May 25 at midnight KST. With the date fast approaching, fans are eagerly awaiting more details about the single.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
SHINee to release a new single to celebrate the 17th debut anniversary
K-pop group SHINee will celebrate their 17th debut anniversary in a few days. In order to celebrate the auspicious event and provide fans with a present as well, the group is officially going to release a new single on the day of their anniversary. SHINee plans new activities for its 17th anniversary; a new single is in the cards In order to celebrate their 17th debut anniversary, K-pop idols SHINee have been planning activities to celebrate the event. According to reports from Soompi, the group will be holding an event called 'SHINee WEEK' from May 18 to 22. The segment will be available on their online streaming platform, and they will be sharing the group's first through fifth group concerts for fans to watch. The group's anniversary is on May 25, and that is also when they will be releasing their new single. The single will contain two song tracks, with one being the title. The songs will first be released on online streaming platforms around the world, while the physical copy will also be available for fans to purchase at a much later date. SHINee to hold 7th group concert in May The group had also previously announced that they will be holding their 7th group concert this May from May 23 to 25. The concert has been titled 'SHINee WORLD VII [E.S.S.A.Y] (Every Stage Shines Around You)' and will be held in South Korea at the KSPO DOME, Seoul. About SHINee The K-pop group SHINee has been active since 2008 with the song 'Replay,' which garnered a lot of praise from the public. Their next few singles, like "Ring Ding Dong" and "Lucifer," also went viral amongst the public and helped solidify their status in the Korean entertainment industry. The group originally debuted with five members; however, member Jonghyun tragically passed away in 2017. Ever since his untimely demise, the group has been active as a four-member group, which includes Minho, Key, Onew, and Taemin. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Lee Soo Man slammed for using SHINee Jonghyun's funeral footage in documentary: ‘Really hope his family sues them'
An upcoming documentary about SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo Man is already facing major criticism — and it hasn't even been released yet! Lee Soo Man: The King of K-Pop, set to premiere on OTT on May 13, has sparked outrage online after the release of its trailer, which includes a clip from SHINee member Kim Jong-hyun's (Jonghyun) funeral. Billed as a deep dive into Lee Soo Man's influence on the global K-pop phenomenon, the documentary sets out to chart the rise of SM Entertainment and its founder's role in shaping the idol industry. The trailer featured interviews with various artists and insiders from the K-pop world who worked closely with SM Entertainment, painting a portrait of Lee as both a pioneer and a controversial figure. While the trailer touches on Lee's achievements, it also attempts to address criticism around the high-pressure culture of K-pop idols, referring to how Western media has often cast a critical eye on South Korean entertainment systems. The backlash began almost immediately after viewers noticed the inclusion of footage from SHINee's Jonghyun's funeral — a deeply emotional and private moment for fans and those who loved him. Jonghyun, who died by suicide in 2017 after publicly discussing his struggles with mental health and the overwhelming pressure of idol life, remains a deeply respected and beloved figure within and beyond the K-pop community. Therefore, for many, using this moment in a documentary about Lee Soo Man feels not only tone-deaf but exploitative. Fans and critics alike have accused the filmmakers of leveraging a painful tragedy to build sympathy for someone who had often been criticised for his role in shaping the very system that many say contributed to Jonghyun's mental health struggles. On social media, fans called the choice 'disrespectful,' and 'dehumanising'. Some also questioned how Jonghyun's death, which symbolised the very emotional cost of the K-pop machine, could be used in a film that largely centres Lee Soo Man's legacy without directly addressing that cost from the perspective of those who lived it. Calls for a revision or removal of the footage continue to mount, with fans demanding more sensitivity and accountability when representing such a tragic moment. As of now, the documentary's production team has not responded to the growing criticism.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Slave contracts, plastic surgeries, and more — Fans call for boycott of 'Lee Soo Man: The King of K-Pop' documentary
Shocking one and all, Prime Video released the trailer of their upcoming documentary titled, Lee Soo Man: The King of K-Pop, produced by This Machine. At its core is Lee Soo Man, the founder of the K-pop agency SM Entertainment, whose vision and influence helped lay the foundation for the global K-pop wave. The documentary charts Lee's decades-long journey: from building an entertainment giant to launching some of the biggest idol groups in K-pop history namely EXO, aespa, Red Velvet and more. But it doesn't stop at the glossy surface — the film also explores the highs, the lows, and the power struggles within the company. The man who defined an era. Lee Soo Man: The King of K-Pop premieres May 13. Fans call for boycott Using rare footage and behind-the-scenes clips, The King of K-Pop is said to offer an unfiltered look at the intense world of idol training, choreography, and music video production. However, many K-pop fans remain unimpressed, pointing out that SM Entertainment has long been mired in controversies — from contractual disputes with artists and tax evasion to allegedly pressuring idols into plastic surgery to meet Korean beauty standards. Many took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to call for a boycott of the documentary, claiming that several of their favorite idols suffered under the agency's control. One said, "Imagine calling this tax evading, plastic surgery pushing, blood obsessed, minor abusing, law manipulating slimeball the king of anything ." imagine calling this tax evading, plastic surgery pushing, blood obsessed, minor abusing, law manipulating slimeball bastard the king of anything. Another said, "The king of K-pop whose an actual wanted criminal???? Prime have some ethics on which documentaries you'll put out! This person is a sham " The king of K-pop whose an actual wanted criminal???? Prime have some ethics on which documentaries you'll put out! This person is a sham! One wrote, "I hope Jonghyun's family sues whoever directed this bullshit." I hope jonghyun's family fucking sues whoever directed this bullshit Another wrote, "We ask that you not support this documentary due to the lack of respect shown by the filmmakers in using photos of Jonghyun's funeral alongside the phrase 'the dark side of K-pop.' Reducing Jonghyun to that phrase and using such sensitive images is truly disrespectful." ⚠️We ask that you not support this documentary due to the lack of respect shown by the filmmakers in using photos of Jonghyun's funeral alongside the phrase "the dark side of K-pop."⚠️Reducing Jonghyun to that phrase and using such sensitive images is really disrespectful. One added, "Oh right, the man behind slave contracts, whose agency has faced multiple lawsuits, who blacklisted anyone who dared to fight for their rights, and whose agency has repeatedly abused its Chinese idols for decades." Oh right, the man who's behind slave contracts, whose agency has faced multiple lawsuits, that has blacklisted anyone who has dared to fight for their rights, and the same man whose agency has repeatedly abused its Chinese idols for decades Another stated, "Reducing Jonghyun—his art, his life—to a mere footnote in some twisted narrative about 'K-pop's dark side' to make LSM look better is disgusting. It's vile. Using videos from his funeral to serve that agenda? That's not just insensitive, it's exploitative and absolutely sickening." Reducing Jonghyun, his art, his life to a mere footnote in some twisted narrative about 'kpops dark side' to make LSM look better is disgusting. Its vile. Using videos from his funeral to serve that agenda? Thats not just insensitive, its exploitative and absolutely sickening More about Lee Soo Man and SM Entertainment Lee Soo Man was officially ousted from his position at SM Entertainment through a gradual process that began in October 2022. As one of the most influential agencies in K-pop, SM Entertainment launched and managed top acts such as EXO, aespa, Red Velvet, NCT, Girls' Generation, Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, SHINee, RIIZE, Lucas, Naevis, and Hearts2Hearts. The documentary is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 13. It will also feature interviews with notable artists like EXO's Suho, NCT 127's Taeyong, and members of aespa, who reflect on their personal journeys in the industry. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
