Updated October 4 KST: SM Rookies has shared a new video featuring members Xiao Jun, Hendery, and Yangyang! Updated September 16 KST: SM Entertainment has unveiled more photos of trainee Yangyang! Check them out below: Updated September 15 KST: SM Rookies has introduced Yangyang through a new interview clip! The interview is the third part of… Continue reading Update: SM Rookies’ New Members Show Their Off-The-Charts Visuals In Striking Video
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Korean Media Outlet Analyzes SM Entertainment’s K-Pop Strategy And Future Plans
On August 31, Maeil Business Newspaper published an article analyzing SM Entertainment’s K-pop strategy in the changing state of the idol market. SM Entertainment is the first agency that set up an idol group system in Korea. It produced first-generation idol group H.O.T. which set the foundation for current boy group formations as well as the first… Continue reading Korean Media Outlet Analyzes SM Entertainment’s K-Pop Strategy And Future Plans
Lee Soo Man, Park Jin Young, And Yang Hyun Suk’s Company Stock Values Continue To Show Strong Performance
Lee Soo Man, Park Jin Young, and Yang Hyun Suk are among the celebrities with the highest-valued shares in their companies. On July 29, chaebul.com released a list of celebrities with the highest-valued shares of stock in their respective companies. The increases in stock values is all the more impressive given the lower numbers in KOSPI… Continue reading Lee Soo Man, Park Jin Young, And Yang Hyun Suk’s Company Stock Values Continue To Show Strong Performance
SM Releases Statement On Composer Yoo Young Jin’s License Plate Violation
SM Entertainment acknowledged and apologized for recent news that composer Yoo Young Jin had violated motorcycle laws. On July 18, SM Entertainment said through an official statement, “Yoo Young Jin deeply apologizes for his foolish and ignorant actions without excuses and is reflecting. He will not try to avoid his responsibilities, but will face them sincerely, and make sure that he… Continue reading SM Releases Statement On Composer Yoo Young Jin’s License Plate Violation
SM Entertainment Announces 3 New Male Trainees For SM Rookies
New SM Entertainment trainees have been introduced! These three are part of SM Rookies, the pre-debut group of the agency’s trainees. The first is Yang Yang, who was born on October 10, 2000.Xiao Jun was born on August 8, 1999.Hendery is the third trainee, born on September 28, 1999.Stay tuned for more updates!
Watch: EXO-CBX And Girls’ Generation Members Collaborate With Singapore Shoe Brand
Shoes designed by SM Entertainment artists are being released! Singapore brand YSNEAKERS has collaborated with SM Entertainment’s culture street brand ASTELL & ASPR to produce limited edition shoes. EXO-CBX and Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon, Sunny, Hyoyeon, and Yuri participated in planning, designing, and sampling the sneakers.The artists commented, “It’s our first time designing sneakers ourselves, and… Continue reading Watch: EXO-CBX And Girls’ Generation Members Collaborate With Singapore Shoe Brand
Actress Moon Ga Young From “Tempted” Transfers Management To KeyEast
On July 3, SM Culture & Contents (SM C&C) made an official notice that actress Moon Ga Young’s management was transferred from SM C&C to their affiliate, KeyEast. They revealed their plans for the strategic movement of actors. KeyEast was merged with SM Entertainment Group this March after SM Entertainment acquired the company. As it… Continue reading Actress Moon Ga Young From “Tempted” Transfers Management To KeyEast
Lee Soo Man Reveals Plans For SM And Preparations For NCT Chinese Unit
June 28, SM Entertainment executive producer Lee Soo Man was awarded the Best Management Award at the 2018 Korea-China Management Awards, recognized for his leading roles in the globalization of Korean culture and the success of K-pop. SM boy group NCT 127 also received the award for Asia’s Rising Star, and NCT members Taeyong and… Continue reading Lee Soo Man Reveals Plans For SM And Preparations For NCT Chinese Unit
No Min Woo Loses Appeal In Lawsuit Against SM Entertainment
Singer-actor No Min Woo has lost the appeal in his lawsuit against SM Entertainment. No Min Woo formerly filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment on grounds that the agency interfered with his entertainment activities. On June 20, Supreme Court Justice Kwon Soon Il ruled against the plaintiff. No Min Woo previously lost his first and second trial, and… Continue reading No Min Woo Loses Appeal In Lawsuit Against SM Entertainment
Bang Shi Hyuk And Lee Soo Man Named In Variety Magazine’s International Music Leaders Of 2018
Variety magazine has revealed its list of International Music Leaders of 2018. The magazine recognized 34 people in the global music industry who are currently “driving music consumption with creativity, acumen, and passion” and companies “best posed to forge into a promising future.” Big Hit Entertainment executive producer and CEO Bang Shi Hyuk made the list for… Continue reading Bang Shi Hyuk And Lee Soo Man Named In Variety Magazine’s International Music Leaders Of 2018