[ALLKPOP] JYJ’s P1 visas denied, members to put on a free concert

Recently, we broke the news about some trouble brewing for JYJ’s US Concert Tour, and now it has been officially confirmed – the boys allegedly can’t get working visas, so they’re unable to claim an income from the sales.

ENTITLED ENTERTAINMENT recently updated their website confirming what we first reported, and they’ve also shed light that the members will pay for the showcase themselves to honor their commitment to their fans in the US. In other words, they will perform free concerts for the fans.

JYJ’s P1 Visas Denied for US Performance

Members decides to pay for showcase themselves to honor their commitment to their fans in the US

11 November 2010 – JYJ has decided to go ahead and perform for their fans in the US despite being denied of their P1 visas. Cjes Management, the management company for JYJ has stated that it is of utmost importance that JYJ keeps their promise to their fans and they have been in New York since the 9th to await the decision only to be given the disappointing news.

According to US lawyers advising the team on the situation, JYJ will still be able to take stage on the condition that the performance is free and they receive no monetary benefit for the performance. Due to the fact that substantial costs has already been incurred by the promoters for production, flights, accommodations, there will still be a financial responsibility to be fulfilled which JYJ has decided to undertake this upon themselves to make the events happen.

Says Cjes Entertainment CEO, Mr Baek Chang Ju, “We are still awaiting the official reason to why their P1 visas have been denied since the band has followed every procedure required and also did their interviews accordingly. We are extremely puzzled by this matter and will continue investigations into it. For now, JYJ’s primary objective is to make sure that fans are still able to catch the showcase. Hence we have decided to step in on all costs associated with putting on the show to make sure that the events go on as planned.”

All venues have been informed on setting up FAQs on how fans can receive a refund on the tickets they bought. In addition, fans who have paid for a ticket will also receive a ticket to the free showcase. The rest of the tickets will be allocated on a first come first serve basis from Ticketmaster.

The refund process will start at 12pm on the 11th November 2010.

It’s good to see JYJ’s commitment to their fans despite the issues that they’re having.

Source: http://www.entitledent.com/jyj/

[ALLKPOP] BREAKING: JYJ’s tour in shambles, possible cancellation?

JYJ has been surrounded by a lot of controversy lately due to the sudden cancellations of their Seattle, San Francisco, and Hawaii stops on their ‘JYJ World Tour‘. Now, multiple sources close to the tour have recently come forward to allkpop and have disclosed that preparations for the remaining three stops (New York, Las Vegas, Los Angeles) have been nothing short of a free-flowing disaster.

According to these sources, JYJ’s PR team was scheduled to go to the Korean press this morning to announce the cancellation of the entire U.S. leg of their world tour.

The tour was already on the verge of a breakdown, as the shows were already privately called off at two or three different times. Yet somehow, they decided that the show had to limp on, despite the fact that the boys now no longer had venues to perform in.

Apparently, the respective venues for each stop were contacted this morning and informed that the shows were off. Now though, after their most recent change of heart, the production team is scrambling to re-book or find alternative stages for JYJ to perform on, as a way of avoiding cancelling the shows altogether.

With the New York show less than 24 hours away, their team is already racing against the clock. However, the team has been served a shorter deadline from the higher echelons of the agency – if venues cannot be secured in 12 hours, JYJ’s management will pull the plug on the entire U.S. operation.

Even if JYJ’s team did manage to find venues, the sources declared that they’re forced at this point to make at least one of them a free concert. The boys allegedly can’t get working visas, and so they’re unable to claim an income from the sales. Fans who have already purchased the expensive tickets can feel a little relief in knowing that they will be reimbursed fully, regardless of whether the show will go on or not.

An announcement made over JYJ’s official ‘US Tour’ Facebook page (“HUGE NEWS BREWING. STAY TUNED…“) indicated to our sources that it could only be one of the two aforementioned outcomes: a free show (which is what they are shooting for), or the cancellation of the entire U.S. tour.

Just to be clear, there is no official confirmation from JYJ’s people that they have indeed cancelled all three remaining shows. However, sources within JYJ’s camp have regrettably acknowledged that our information surrounding the tour is accurate. So unless a minor miracle happens, fans may be in for crushing news, but either way, the bottom line is that things are a mess.

Stay tuned to allkpop for further updates on this breaking news.

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Update: If we didn’t make it clear enough, please realize that this is not the direct fault of JYJ themselves. We have not said anything, nor have we inferred anything of the sort.

Rather, we believe that this mess revolves around patchy planning and faulty management, along with schemes made by public relations individuals to try and twist the reality of the situation into something that would make it appear more attractive to the fans.

Furthermore, while you should rightfully feel sympathetic for JYJ, please also remember the staff, venues, vendors, and all the other innocent bystanders who were caught up in the crossfire of poor decision-making. JYJ will always have your support to lean on, but the lives of others who were adversely affected do not have anything nearly as strong to support them.

For now, JYJ fans should simply hope that their management can pull everything together at the last minute and put on a great show for all their loyal supporters, even if it is a free concert.

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[AKP] 100501 TVXQ JaeChunSu’s dome concert receives over 1 million ticket applicants

"After the breaking news that SM Entertainment would file a lawsuit against JaeChunSu (Jaejoong, Yoochun, Junsu) of TVXQ / DBSK / Tohoshinki, it has been announced that the infamous trio would be holding a concert to thank their fans.

Earlier this month on the 15th, TVXQ’s Japanese label Avex announced, “It has been decided that the three members will become a unit. To convey their gratitude for the fans, they will be holding a Dome Live event.” However, as the tickets were in high demand, they held a drawing to distribute the tickets to eager fans. They accepted applications on the tickets from the 19th to the 22nd.

It seems as if the fans have been “keeping the faith” as, to everyone’s surprise, they received over one million ticket applicants! The Vice President of Avex relayed his shock through this message on his blog, “I think there will be many fans who will be disappointed at the drawing results. We’ve received over one million applicants. Please understand us.”

On the 28th, the first round of results was posted. From the original one million applicants, only 18 people were chosen.

Avex feels as if they will run into problems when general ticket sales start and Korean fans feel the same. Korean fans who wanted to attend the concerts feel that they are at a disadvantage, with some stating, “What are overseas fans supposed to do?” and “If you have left over seats, why even bother holding a drawing?”

The concert will be held on June 5th and 6th in the Osaka Dome as well as on the 12th and 13th in the famed Tokyo Dome.

Pretty awesome news that despite the turmoil, this shows TVXQ’s ever increasing popularity in Japan. Bonus tweet of Masato Matsuura (President of Avex) tweeting about Jaejoong and his cellphone wallpaper:

“BTW the last time I was w/ JEJUNG, I unintentionally saw the picture on his cell wallpaper, which still showed all 5 members.”


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[NEWS] 100428 TVXQ's Yunho Chosen as Korea's Representative for World Expo 2010

Even though there’s been a lot of controversy and complications surrounding TVXQ / DBSK / Tohoshinki, some good news has surfaced as it’s been announced that leader Yunho will be attending the 2010 World Expo as a representative of Korea.

If you’re unfamiliar with the World Expo, this event has been an important worldwide tradition where many countries gather and show off their national brand and culture. This year’s expo will begin on May 1st and end on October 31st in Shanghai, China.

On the 28th, Yunho’s representative stated, “Yunho has been chosen by KOTRA (Korean Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) to attend the expo on behalf of South Korea.”

The World Expo is one of biggest occurrences in global events and it’s quite an honor for Yunho to be representing South Korea.

During the announcement ceremony, a lengthy promotional video involving SM Entertainment artists such as Amber, Victoria, Krystal, Donghae, Eunhyuk, Henry, Siwon, Yunho and others was displayed. This video will be played throughout the expo to promote green cities for the future. A representative expressed that Yunho plays the lead character because of his high popularity in China.



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[NEWS] 100415 J.Rich releases Goodbye My Love MV feat. TVXQ’s Yunho

"Up and coming R&B group J.Rich have released two separate teasers for their debut MV, Goodbye My Love earlier this week and now they have finally released the full version on the 15th.

Despite being a rookie group, they have managed to rope in TVXQ’s Yunho and former Sugar member Park Soo Jin to act in their debut music video. Yunho was doing his friend, Woojoo a favor by appearing for his group’s debut MV. Yunho and Soo Jin acts as a love couple in the music video and the teasers left us wanting to know will it be a happy or sad ending for them. Watch on to find out"



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[NEWS] 100412 Lee Yeon Hee enjoys giving TVXQ’s Changmin acting lessons

TVXQ / DBSK /Tohoshinki’s Changmin is co-starring with Lee Yeon Hee in the drama Paradise Ranch which is scheduled to air this month. Main actress Lee Yeon Hee recently talked about training her famous co-star in the art of acting. Not only is she teaching the idol acting skills but she’s also teaching him camera work and official drama related terms.

The actress stated during an interview with Sports Seoul that because her close friend and fellow SM Entertainment member is acting for the first time, she wants to do everything she can to help. She also half questioned herself while making a smile saying, “To be honest, I’m not exactly good enough at acting to teach someone else… right?”

Yeon Hee also talked about how much she enjoys teaching and acting with Changmin stating, “Time flies by because I’m having fun being busy teaching Changmin how to act.”

Yeon Hee also said that because Changmin prepares a lot before coming on the set, there hasn’t been any big difficulties so far. She then added that they make quite a good acting pair together.

Paradise Ranch is a romance melodrama about love and work between among young people. In the drama, Yeon Hee takes on the role as a young wife who wins over her parents in an opposed marriage and lives life with a bright personality.

I’m looking forward to the first episode of Paradise Ranch coming soon!


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[NEWS] J. Rich releases debut MV teaser featuring TVXQ’s Yunho

"We reported earlier that TVXQ’s Yunho would be making a surprise appearance for upcoming R&B group, J.Rich’s debut music video for Goodbye My Love and the teaser for it has been released on the 12th.

Yunho wanted to give his close friend and J. Rich member Woojoo a helping hand in his group’s debut so he decided to appear in the music video. Yunho will be playing out a love story in the music video with former Sugar member, Park Soo Jin. Check out the teaser ahead of the full music video release this week."



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[NEWS] 100331 Big Bang and TVXQ Nominated for Video Music Awards Japan

Let us rise and celebrate – two Asian-wide idol groups, Big Bang and TVXQ have been selected as nominees under the honorable categories of Best Newcomer’s Video Award and Best Group Video Award, respectively, for World Stage: Video Music Awards Japan hosted by MTV Japan.

The actual show for this award show, commonly referred to as WS VMAJ, will be held on May 29th at Yoyogi Nation Stadium. Following the format of “global music concert,” WS VMAJ will be featuring various Japanese artists, alongside the two Korean boy groups. Big Bang will also decorate the stage on that day as one of the four performers chosen.

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[ALLKPOP] 100317 TVXQ’s Changmin reveals wedding photo, From His Drama

by shockimpulse on March 17, 2010 @ 8:34 AM (EDT)


Now before you all start lighting torches and breaking down doors, there’s no need to freak out about this photo.

Yes, TVXQ/DBSK’s Changmin is in a tux holding a beautiful bride, but luckily this is only a still from his upcoming drama Paradise Meadow whose airing date is still unknown.

In the photo is Changmin and actress Lee Yeon Hee looking happy as they smile broadly at the camera while maintaining a perfect yet personal posture. It is reported that filming is currently underway in Jeju Island.

Many of us have been eagerly awaiting the debut of this drama since it was first announced last year. A report would pop up around only once a month, leaving fans in the dark about the production of the drama. But there was a report that Changmin had gone to Australia to begin filming and the interest of the fans was reignited.

Who else is excited?

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[ALLKPOP] 100304 SM Entertainment Officially Investigated for Unfair Contract Terms

Korea’s Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) has announced that they are currently investigating all celebrities bound to SM Entertainment regarding unfair contract terms, suggesting that “a second TVXQ scandal” like event may occur.

According to One Nation’s Jo Moon Hwan, it was revealed that KFTC is investigating cases of unfair contract terms in SME idols such as TVXQ (including Junsu, Yoochun and Jaejoong who are currently in legal disputes with their management company), SNSD, Super Junior, etc. for a total of 53 SME celebrities.

Jo Moon Hwan stated that the question and answer document received from KFTC specified investigations for all SME affiliated individuals for reasons related to a delay in taking care of TVXQ’s legal case. KFTC expressed, “Through this event all celebrities in SME will undergo investigations to see if their contract terms go against the law of established fair contract terms, which is why TVXQ’s legal dispute is being delayed.”

Additionally, the commission said regarding TVXQ’s case, “All related documents will be carefully reviewed and considered for an appropriate outcome,” not revealing at what point the case would be over.

As you readers know, SM Entertainment has recently experienced many difficult trials as three members in TVXQ and Super Junior’s Hankyung underwent legal battles for problematic contract terms such as its 13 year length and unfair distribution of album sale profits.

Signing unfair contract terms with its employees is not only SME’s problem. Last December, KFTC requested 407 large agencies to address unfair contract conditions and undergo investigations. However, one month after this request was issued (until January) only 11 agencies reported their conditions and decided to take prompt corrective action measures, giving a huge shock to KFTC.

From April to May, YG Entertainment and Star Entertainment were also investigated along with 20 other companies. The results? 19 companies with 230 celebrities were found with contracts made up of various unfair conditions. These conditions were not about appearance limits but rather about the celebrity’s individual affairs such as telling agencies their current location and not being able to leave.

This investigation will concentrate on protecting weak celebrities who are powerless to request their affiliated large agencies for protection rights that they deserve.

Stay tuned to allkpop for more activities of KFTC regarding their investigations on SM Entertainment and other companies!

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[ALLKPOP] 100218 TVXQ Responds to the Backstreet Boys’ Remarks

Yesterday, we got to hear the Backstreet Boys‘ take on TVXQ; today, TVXQ exchanged their side of their encounter with the “living legends” as well.

During a recent program recording at a Japanese broadcasting station, TVXQ recounted their meeting with the Backstreet Boys at an episode of Japanese Fuju TV’s Music Fair 21 last year. “[When they met us,] the Backstreet Boys asked, ‘How long have you guys been performing?’ and we answered, ‘Around six years,’” Yoochun revealed.

He continued, “They then asked us, ‘Are you going to perform together for long?’ We replied, ‘We’d like to continue performing together forever. That’s part of the reason why we’re concentrating with our best efforts right now.”

Yunho then added, “The Boys then said, ‘This is interesting … you remind us of our past days,’” presumably referring to the height of the Backstreet Boys’ careers & popularity. The Boys reportedly proceeded to praise TVXQ for their excellent vocal talent.

After the report connecting these two groups was released yesterday, many fans jumped up to defend TVXQ in response to the comparison. However, we must remember that the Backstreet Boys arguably paved the way for the boy band trend worldwide, including groups before TVXQ’s time.

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[ALLKPOP] 100217 Backstreet Boys Call TVXQ a Mirror Image of Themselves

Although TVXQ is seemingly the reigning group of Asian pop music, they aren’t the only boy band that has seen success on epic proportions.

As a group that has sold over 130 million records worldwide, the Backstreet Boys are undoubtedly one of the most well-known and biggest-selling groups of all time. Even though they debuted waaay back in 1993, this group is still going strong and made a comeback in 2007. In fact, they even released a new album titled This is Us last October, and a second Backstreet Boys greatest hits album just a month ago. Although celebs like Lady Gaga and Soulja Boy define American pop music in many people’s eyes these days, the Backstreet Boys are undoubtedly regarded as one of the most successful pop acts of the past few decades. But anyway.

On February 24, the Backstreet Boys will perform in Seoul at Melon-AX Hall for part of their worldwide This is Us tour for album promotions. The Boys previously performed in Seoul in 2006 & 2008, making this their third concert in Korea.

Star News had the opportunity to conduct an email interview with the group on February 17, and revealed that they knew of TVXQ.

“We met a Korean group called TVXQ in Japan a while ago,” the Backstreet Boys said. “Although their outward appearance [because] they were wearing different clothes and were a different race, it was like we were looking into a mirror. … I remember how TVXQ reminded us of who we used to be.”

“The good thing about our [upcoming] show is that we can directly interact with our fans and see them face to face,” the group continued. The Boys also revealed that the stage would be decorated with many creative ideas and graced with a number of dance performances. They also stated that their favorite Korean food was bulgogi (Korean BBQ).

“Our fans … make us sound like Superman, but we’re just plain ordinary people,” they continued, showing humility despite their success – a quality definitely shared by TVXQ.

If they really are mirror images, I’m sure many Cassies hope that TVXQ will stay together eternally, just like the Boys.

Source: Star News + allkpop.com
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[ALLKPOP] 100216 TVXQ’s Yunho Saved Solbi from Drowning

Singer and talent Solbi chose TVXQ’s Yunho as the best man in a recent episode of MBC’s Come to Play.

Solbi talked about a time in which she almost drowned while filming a show. She said, “I was a rookie back then that had just debuted. Yunho was the first one to come and lend me a hand when I fell. It was a short gesture but it made me realize a lot. He didn’t even know me … I was very touched.”

Jewelry’s Eunjung also added, “Yunho is kind-hearted so he helps the poor and volunteers a lot.”

Meanwhile, Solbi also revealed the story behind her previous composer boyfriend.

All you TVXQ fans, be sure to catch this episode and watch the girls compliment Yunho.

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[ALLKPOP] 100203 Yunho Is A Strong Boy For Evisu

Last summer, TVXQ / DBSK / Tohoshinki’s leader Yunho modeled for Evisu Korea’s 2009 Fall & Winter seasons line,
he took over the modeling role from fellow SM Entertainment member Choi Siwon of Super Junior.

Yunho is back once again, modeling for Evisu’s 2010 Summer and Fall looks.
The campaign is titled SoS (Save our Smile) and Elle Korea was on hand to take some photos
and video footage of their own, they labeled Yunho as “Strong Boy.”

Check out the video and photos below, thanks to sharingyoochun, uknowbaidu, ELLE Korea,
and yoonhobar for sharing the photos.

(*Please find more photos at ALLKPOP:
http://www.allkpop.com/2010/02/yunho-is-a-strong-boy-for-evisu%29


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[ALLKPOP] 100203 TVXQ on Ellen DeGeneres?

We reported earlier about actress, TV host and comedian Ellen DeGeneres asking people for international music suggestions via her website. Since then, the majority of viewer votes has gone to none other than TVXQ / DBSK / Tohoshinki!

Since January 21st, fans have been voicing their support as the website logged over 20,000 suggestions for TVXQ alone. That’s quite an impressive gesture of fandom and Korean media points the success to a collaborative effort of Korean netizens and other international fans.

So the question is: Will TVXQ be setting foot on American soil? That’s still unknown but appearing on a talk show with nearly 10 million in viewership could definitely open up new possibilities for the k-pop industry.

SM Entertainment has also heard about the victory and stated, “We have heard about the matter but we have yet to receive an official invitation.” They added, “Currently, TVXQ is split between Yunho-Changmin, and Junsu-Jaejoong-Micky Yoochun. It won’t be easy for all 5 members to participate.”

So what’s this mean for fans? Well, it’s not exactly a no on SM’s part but it’s not exactly a yes either. We also have to remember that Ellen has yet to send out a formal invitation, but near the beginning of the contest she did mention that they may send one out. So for now, all we can do is sit back and keep our fingers crossed.

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