The Latest in Entertainment: September Week 4 Recap
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As we wrap up September, amidst the Chuseok holiday season, the entertainment industry continues to serve up sizzling headlines. From BLACKPINK's contract renewal to Baby Monster's debut updates, and from Leseraphim's soaring popularity in Japan to the legal tussle over 'Cupid' royalties, along with Seventeen's teaser controversy and BTS leader RM's generous donation announcement of 100 million KRW - we've got the top 7 entertainment news stories from the final week of September that you might have missed. Let's dive in!
7. Baby Monster's Debut: What's the Update?
Earlier this year, YG announced the formation of the 7-member girl group Baby Monster through their in-house survival audition program. Comprising members Ah Hyun, Ha Ram, Laura, Parita, Chikita, Luka, and Asaro, the group generated excitement about their debut slated for September. However, as September fades into October, news about Baby Monster's debut remains elusive. With Ah Hyun's absence from group schedules, speculations about internal issues surfaced. Fans found solace in a recent 'Smoke' challenge video, where Ah Hyun's voice could be heard, dispelling some member-related doubts. Despite pre-debut success with over 3 million YouTube subscribers and 'Dream' pre-debut track surpassing 50 million views, fans eagerly await their official debut.
6. Leseraphim's Japanese Triumph
Leseraphim's popularity in Japan is nothing short of astounding. Their debut album's title track, 'FEARLESS', recently earned them platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan. Platinum certification is awarded for songs with over 10 million streams. Leseraphim has achieved this feat four times this year alone, with both 'FEARLESS' and 'ANTIFRAGILE' gaining streaming recognition, and albums 'FEARLESS' and 'UNFORGIVEN' surpassing 250,000 copies in cumulative shipments, earning gold disc platinum certification. Currently on a world tour, we wish them a successful and safe return.
5. Piff Tiffy's Copyright Seizure
Piff Tiffy, represented by Attract, had previously pointed to Outsourcing Agency CEO Ahn Sung-il as the mastermind behind their contract dispute. The first ruling on this matter has been made. Attract announced that they had discovered evidence of Ahn Sung-il embezzling company funds during his outsourcing work. As a result, the Seoul Eastern District Court approved the seizure of copyright royalties registered under Ahn's name for 'Cupid', preventing him from disposing of the earnings.
4. Seventeen's Teaser Controversy
Prepping for their comeback with the 11th mini-album 'Seventeen's Heaven' on October 23, Seventeen released a promotional video featuring camomile flowers representing various countries. However, the version filmed in China had to be taken down. The background of the Chinese version featured the Great Wall of China. Netizens raised concerns about using this cultural heritage for entertainment promotion. Pledis Entertainment acknowledged the cultural misunderstanding and promptly removed the Beijing version. It serves as a reminder that in the global popularity of KPOP, companies must be attentive and respectful to different cultures.
3. Jisoo and Jennie's One-person Agencies?
Amidst numerous speculations regarding BLACKPINK's contract renewals, one media outlet reported that Jisoo and Jennie have each established their own one-person agencies. According to the report, discussions with YG Entertainment regarding BLACKPINK's group activities are still ongoing, while the agencies founded by the two members will focus on individual pursuits. However, YG Entertainment promptly refuted these claims, stating that "Nothing regarding BLACKPINK's contract renewals and future activities has been confirmed yet."
2. New Jeans and League of Legends
New Jeans is collaborating with the popular game League of Legends. League of Legends annually hosts the 'LOL World Championship', known for its powerful anthems. KPOP has previously made a mark in the game with virtual idol group 'K/DA', featuring (G)I-DLE's Miyeon and Soyeon as vocalists. Now, New Jeans joins the lineup to lend their voices to the theme song. The music video tells the story of last year's championship-winning player, Deft, who, despite being a highly skilled player, clinched victory after 10 years of perseverance. The catchphrase, "What matters is an unbreakable spirit," emerged from this story. Fans are eagerly anticipating how New Jeans will bring this moving narrative to life through their powerful music.
1. RM's 100 Million KRW Donation
BTS leader RM generously donated 100 million KRW to the Korean Society of Forensic Medicine, expressing his respect for the field. This act of kindness was facilitated by his connection with Professor Lee Ho through his appearance on the variety show 'Useless Mystery Encyclopedia'. RM expressed that he had heard becoming a forensic expert is an arduous journey and stated, "I sincerely respect those who walk the path of a forensic expert with a sense of duty and empathy. I hope this donation can be a small support for the development of forensic science and the nurturing of future experts." With only around 60 active forensic experts in Korea, RM's donation is a significant contribution to the advancement of the field.
And there you have it, the top entertainment stories from the final week of September. If you enjoyed this roundup, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell. Feel free to share any additional news from this week in the comments below!
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