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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
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.
Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Le Sserafim adds dates to world tour
Le Sserafim decided to add two shows to its ongoing international tour, agency Source Music announced Thursday. Additional dates have been added to both the Taipei and Hong Kong shows in July, expanding the Asian leg of the tour to a total of 19 shows. The group kicked off its 'Easy Crazy Hot' tour last month with a two-day show in Incheon. Next month, it heads to its third Japan stop, Fukuoka, where the group will drop its fourth single, 'Different,' on June 24. Heo Yunjin was absent from the two previous concerts in Nagoya and Osaka, due to a back injury. The tour will continue through mid-August, taking the group to Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Bangkok and Singapore. Le Sserafim is also slated to tour North America in September, though details are yet to be announced.
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.
Korea Herald
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Le Sserafim to drop 4th Japan single this summer
Le Sserafim announced Thursday via agency Source Music that its fourth single will be released in Japan on June 24. 'Different' will roll out about six months after the group's previous single, 'Crazy,' which earned gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan in January. Its fifth EP 'Hot' released last month debuted atop Oricon's Daily Album Ranking and went gold in Japan. Le Sserafim will meet fans in Japan before the album release, performing in four cities over the course of ten days. The shows will be part of 'Easy Crazy Hot,' the group's first international tour, which kicked off last week in Incheon. After the Japanese leg of the tour, the group will head to five cities in Southeast Asia.
