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Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Min Hee Jin vs LE SSERAFIM's agency: June hearing gets scheduled for KakaoTalk messages' validity as evidence amid NewJeans row
Source Music filed a 500 million KRW damages lawsuit against former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin. Its second hearing took place on May 30, Friday, during when the agency was set to present some important 'evidence' of the case, that involved text messages. However, Min Hee Jin's side alleged the messages to be illegally obtained. Hence, the court ordered a separate hearing to check its legal validity, as reported by K-media outlet Sports Today. Min Hee Jin's stance in the Source Music case LE SSERAFIM 's label, Source Music, was prepared to present a 20-minute showcase of documents supporting their claims. However, Min Hee Jin 's legal representative raised an objection, arguing that the KakaoTalk messages included in the presentation materials were obtained without proper authorization. Thus, as per the defendant, the texts should not be considered as evidence. ADOR refuted it by claiming that the messages were legally obtained and used in previous trials. Elaborating their concern, Min Hee Jin's team stated, 'What worries us most is that the presentation may contain message excerpts related to the disputed incident.' Additionally, her legal counsel also submitted a formal request for the trial to be held in a closed session, away from public scrutiny. Court decision on Min Hee Jin's request The 12th Civil Division of the Seoul Western District Court acknowledged the former ADOR CEO's concerns regarding the legal admissibility of the KakaoTalk messages, however they denied the second request of a closed session. The judge's ruling mentioned, 'We will proceed with a public hearing, but will restrict any discussion or display of the specific KakaoTalk excerpts the defendant contests until further review." Upon hearing both parties' arguments, the court decided to hold a separate hearing on June 27 to assess the legitimacy of the KakaoTalk evidence. About Min Hee Jin vs Source Music case Min Hee Jin claimed in a press conference that HYBE initially planned to debut NewJeans as their first girl group but instead chose to launch LE SSERAFIM first. She also alleged that HYBE later limited NewJeans' promotional activities and favoured LE SSERAFIM. The dispute further involved Min Hee Jin's disagreements over the casting and training process for NewJeans with HYBE
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
BTS management company raided, founder under investigation as insider trading probe deepens
The company behind K-pop sensation BTS is facing serious trouble. Known for managing global acts like BTS, SEVENTEEN, and LE SSERAFIM, the firm is currently under investigation for insider trading. Authorities recently carried out a planned raid on its headquarters to look into allegations that one of its officials made illegal profits from trading stocks using confidential information. Prosecutors raid BTS' management company According to The Korea Times, the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office raided the headquarters of BTS' management company. The search was reportedly conducted as part of an investigation into an unnamed executive who is suspected of using insider information to make about 240 million KRW through stock trading. Reports suggest this executive became aware that the company was planning to invest in another firm. After learning this, they allegedly bought shares in that company to benefit financially. Company's founder also under investigation Bang Si Hyuk, the founder and chairperson of the company, is also under investigation. He is being probed by the Financial Supervisory Service for suspected fraudulent activity. According to reports, Bang Si Hyuk may have misled investors by providing false information about the company's value. He is also accused of keeping around 400 billion KRW for himself during the company's initial public offering (IPO) in 2020. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why is LE SSERAFIM's Japanese song DIFFERENT being called 'harmful to artists'? Teasers receive major flak from netizens
LE SSERAFIM is set to make their much-awaited Japanese comeback next month through the drop of a new single called DIFFERENT. Ahead of that, some concept teaser clips have been unveiled to give a sneak peak into the new track. But the teasers, which were supposed to generate positive buzz, were met with heavy backlash. Some even went as far to call it comeback harmful S it affected people from various walks of life. Know about the controversy. Why is LE SSERAFIM receiving backlash from fans for DIFFERENT's teasers? Recently, the popular HYBE girl group LE SSERAFIM commenced their promotional campaign for their fourth Japanese single DIFFERENT. The released track samplers featured alleged AI-generated visuals. Sampler A included a transparent frozen cake, jiggling inside a fridge and sampler B included a giant female doll looking at a miniature version of a busy city through the glasses. The reliance on AI instead of creative artists was disliked by the fans. Check out fan reactions of DIFFERENT MV's track samplers The fans cited the downsides of choosing generative AI over human labour. They felt that it was disrespectful to the craft as well as a means to snatch away the livelihood of a lot of artists. They urged Source Music, LE SSERAFIM's agency, to not work with people who resorted to half-hearted and cost-effective AI works. They claimed, "it is harmful to artists and the environment." They further mentioned, "cutting corners like this leads to a sloppy and unappealing final product." They even called for the stoppage of AI usage in K-pop visuals. As per the fans, artificial intelligence-generated content has been rapidly growing in the industry. Many people view it as a threat to human artistry, perceiving it as a shortcut that devalues the work of real designers, illustrators, and CGI professionals. Relying on machine-generated photos and videos, potentially replaces meticulous craftsmanship with impersonal, automated graphics. The life of the content is allegedly lost in the process. Some even argued that it negatively affects the company's credibility in terms of providing quality content and LE SSERAFIM's comeback promotion visuals were doing no good to Source Music's reputation.
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did LE SSERAFIM's Hong Eunchae show support for ex member Kim Garam via new comment? Here's why fans think so
LE SSERAFIM member Kim Garam parted ways with the group in July 2022, due to facing school bullying allegations. She has since been away from the K-pop idol life and there hasn't been any record of her interaction with the other members of the group as well. Recently, she has provided a channel for her fans to track her whereabouts by opening an Instagram account. Shortly, after that, fans speculated that Hong Eunchae subtly acknowledged the development in her own little way. On May 17, Kim Garam rejoined the social media scene through her personal Instagram account. With just one post, the former LE SSERAFIM member received over 680 thousand followers, which showed her popularity and influence even while being away from the limelight for almost three years. The post consists of her sporting a natural charm in casual black full-sleeve tops and bucket hat, while she takes mirror selfies with her digital camera and phone. In another photo, she is seen enjoying the delicious strawberry with whipped cream combo. Fans were delighted to see her healthy and leading her life normally. Through comments like "MISSED YOU", "glad you're back" and "garam you will always be loved", the fans expressed their unwavering support for the former idol. However, following her Instagram venture, LEE SSERAFIM's fans FEARNOTS spotted an interesting post by the group's youngest Hong Eunchae and speculated connections of the same with Kim Garam. Hong Eunchae's May 19 Instagram story post featuring green grapes with five roses and one white heart emoji has sparked speculation among fans. Many believe the red roses symbolize the five current LE SSERAFIM members and the white heart was for Kim Garam, the group's former member. This interpretation was further fueled by the connection to their song Sour Grapes, which was part of their debut. It notably featured Garam's standout performance, making it closely associated with her, and even being called 'Garam's song' by many fans. This development sparked interest among fans about potential interactions between the former group members.
Pink Villa
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will Kim Garam make acting debut with social media return? Know about ex-LE SSERAFIM member's Instagram account
After years of near-total silence, Kim Garam has cautiously reentered the public eye. She is formerly known as a member of HYBE's rookie girl group LE SSERAFIM. Now, a newly discovered Instagram account has brought her back into the spotlight. Whispers of a return to the entertainment world have sparked widespread conversation once again. Kim Garam 's idol career was short-lived but intensely public. Debuting as part of LE SSERAFIM in 2022 under Source Music, a HYBE sub-label, she was positioned to become one of the faces of the group. However, not long after LE SSERAFIM's debut, allegations of school violence surfaced online. The claims triggered a wave of backlash and divided opinions. HYBE initially defended her before eventually removing her from the group just a few months later. In July 2022, her contract was officially terminated, and LE SSERAFIM continued on as a five-member group. Following her exit, Garam disappeared completely from the entertainment scene. Apart from occasional updates about her college enrollment and brief mentions in online forums, she remained out of the spotlight. No interviews, no public statements - her digital silence left fans wondering if she would ever return. Fast forward to May 2025, and things appear to be shifting. Online communities recently discovered an Instagram account under the handle @/garamonly, which many believe belongs to Kim Garam. Though the account has no profile image and minimal details, it lists the name Kim Garam. It also features a single post containing several candid photos of the former idol. These casual snapshots immediately triggered curiosity and a flurry of speculation online. Despite the account's quiet arrival and lack of promotional effort, the following exploded overnight. Within just hours of the account's discovery, Garam amassed over 381,000 followers. The number continues to grow, suggesting that her reappearance is being closely tracked by both longtime supporters and curious onlookers. The response to her return has been divided, particularly when comparing international audiences to domestic ones. Many international fans have welcomed her comeback with open arms. They flooded the comments with words of encouragement, expressing hope that she will get another chance in the spotlight; whether as an actress, influencer, or performer. However, in South Korea, the mood remains more skeptical. Some netizens have voiced concerns about her potential return. Many still recall the allegations that led to her departure. While nothing has been confirmed by her side, previous media reports have suggested that Kim Garam has been training with an eye toward acting. Her enrollment at Konkuk University further fueled speculation that she might be preparing for a shift from idol life to the screen. The recent resurfacing of a campus video that included a brief appearance by her only added to those rumors. The timing of her social media reentry aligns with these quiet developments. This led many to believe she may be testing the waters before launching an official project or announcement.
