[NEWS] 110218 Court rules in favor of JYJ in a dispute with SM Entertainment

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[News] 110218 Court rules in favor of JYJ in a dispute with SM Entertainment

JYJ, a pop trio consisting of members from one of Asia’s favorite groups, “Dong Bang Shin Ki,” has won its legal battle to work independently from its management company.

When three members of the quintet, namely Kim Jaejoong, Park Yoochun, and Kim Junsu (more commonly known as Hero, Micky and Xiah), formed JYJ, SM Entertainment claimed the action was a breach of contract.

JYJ members Kim Jun-su (left), Kim Jae-joong (center) and Park Yoo-chun hold commemorative plaques at the appointment ceremony as goodwill ambassadors for the robot competition FLL KOREA in Seoul on Thursday. (Park Hyun-koo/The Korea Herald)

However, Seoul Central District Court dismissed Thursday the injunction request filed by SM Entertainment, thereby allowing JYJ to negate its contract with the company. The court had already ordered on Oct. 27, 2009 that SM Entertainment should not interfere with JYJ and its management agency CJes Entertainment’s activities.

According to the court, the exclusive contract cannot be considered legal for the following reasons: 1) The contract violates the right to privacy, establishing a “dominant-subordinate exclusive” condition, forcing members to obey the agency. 2) JYJ has weaker negotiation capability, having no choice but to follow SM’s decision. 3) The long period of the “dominant-subordinate exclusive” contract cannot be justified as a reduction of investment risk or to penetrate abroad. 4) The articles such as excessive penalty also result in a stronger “dominant-subordinate” relationship.

Other provisions that pushed members into a disadvantageous position were also invalidated, the court official said.

The court also said SM Entertainment’s injunction was a violation of the earlier court ruling not to interfere with JYJ.

A representative of CJes Entertainment, Back Chang-ju, said, “I express my gratitude to JYJ and staff members for their help in fighting a battle with Goliath.

“I believe that this is the victory of justice, and I hope that there will be no more interference with our activity for ridiculous reasons like double contract.”

(Herald Online)

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[News] 110218 JYJ Win Legal Battle with Former Management

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JYJ, formed by three former members of boy band TVXQ, are now officially on their own and no longer under the influence of their former management agency SM Entertainment.

The Seoul Central District Court on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit filed by SM Entertainment against JYJ over what the band said was an unfair contract between the two parties. JYJ asked the court in 2008 to suspend the contract, and the court agreed, but SM Entertainment brought an injunction.

The band said their 13-year contract with SM Entertainment was unjustifiably long and it prevented them from receiving a fair share of the profits they generated. Since then, they have separated from TVXQ and created JYJ, which is shorthand for their names — Jae-joong, Yu-chun, and Jun-su.
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[NEWS] 110217 JYJ to hold large-scale fan meeting in March‏

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JYJ will be holding a 3 hours fan meeting on the 12th of March at Seoul Jamsil Stadium.

This fan meeting will be held before the White Day and was said to be set up according to “A Sweet White Day Date”. It has been 4 months since the concert last November that JYJ has met the fans.

This fan meeting will be themed into “Encounter”, “Attraction”, “Intimacy”, “Confession”. JYJ members have prepared their solo stages and designed it to have interactions with the fans.

Additionally, JYJ has personally invited special guest to this event and it was anticipated to have an interesting talk.

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[NEWS] U Know Yunho voted No. 1 in Japan as “The Korean Man That Wished To Be Married To”‏

Japanese females has fallen deeply in the charisma of TVXQ’s U-Know Yunho.

In the An An Japanese magazine that was released on the 16th, a poll was conducted to find out the Korean man that Japanese females would like to marry to. U-Know Yunho attained the No. 1 spot in this poll. TVXQ, who has shown their enormous popularity through Japan’s Oricon Chart, has once again proved its unstoppable capability. The increment of votes for Lee Byung Hun, Jang Geun Suk, 2PM Nickhun and Won Bin has also attracted attention.

It has garnered fans’ expressions such as, “It’s U-Know Yunho after-all.”, “Nickhun is not a Korean, can it (his votes) be counted?”, “It seems really good if were to be married to U-Know Yunho.” etc.

TVXQ is currently in promotional activities for their new song, “Why (Keep Your Head Down)”.

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[NEWS] 110217 JYJ from TVXQ, Holding First Fan Meeting After 4 Months ‘A Sweet White Day’

Group JYJ (Jaejoong, Yoochun, Junsu) are going to hold their official fan meeting after 4 months.

Just recently opening ‘CJeS Membership’ recruitment, the fan meeting will be held on upcoming March 12th at Jamsil Gymnasium in theme ‘A Sweet White Day Date’ and is scheduled to proceed for approximately three hours.

After JYJ’s concert in November last year, it’s been nearly 4 months since the fans were able to meet with the members.

With encounter, attraction (excitement), intimacy, and confession as the main theme, the fan meeting is prepared to be a family gathering to meet their loyal fans as sisters and daughters. JYJ is preparing for each member’s solo stage and there are also sections where they can interact with fans.

JYJ will be performing together with the invited guests, and they’re expected to share honest stories to fans as well.

Official in responsible for CJeS Entertainment Baek Chang-Ju explained, “CJeS membership is an offer that is opened to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and JYJ members will reply to these gifts (fans who submit to the membership) through this first fan meeting.” and “JYJ will speak honestly to fans, hopefully this can be a memorable White Day for everyone, and also we will try to provide more chances for JYJ to meet their fans directly in the future.”

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[NEWS] 110216 JYJ Members Went for MMA Medical Examinations, “They’re waiting for the results.”

JYJ Youngwoong Jaejoong, Park Yoochun, and Kim Junsu recently received their medical examination at Military Manpower Administration (MMA).

CJeS Entertainment official confirmed to Newsen on February 16th, “It’s true that the three members received their physical examinations at Seoul Military Manpower Administration on February 14th,” he said, “Currently they’re waiting for the results.”

The official added, “The original result actually had come out immediately, yet since it suggested that Park Yoochun had an asthma, it seems that he needs to get a further thorough examinations. The members will probably be re-examined after they get their results.”

The three members are in their mid-20s however this is their first time to get a medical examination. The official explained, “They’ve been busy promoting abroad ever since in their early 20s, so they’re just able to receive the examination now.”

Meanwhile, after member Kim Junsu wrapped up his musical activities, JYJ will embark on a world tour in the first half of March.

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[NEWS] 110215 Park Yoochun buys a car as present for his brother Park Yoohwan

T/N: He didn’t buy this particular car. However, according to tvreport, he did buy a BMW M3

Actor Park Yoohwan expresses gratitude towards his brother Park Yoochun, because Yoochun bought a car for Yoohwan as present.

On February 15th, Yoohwan expressed to media, “I have always liked cars and had a strong interest in them. I have recently got my driver’s license, I saw a car I really liked and told my brother, and my brother really bought the car for me as a present.”

The car Yoochun bought his brother was a mid-sized sedan, Park Yoohwan explained, “I understand the car’s price is based off its performance.”

He continued in saying, “At that time I said to my brother, if I do work hard I hope hyung can buy me a car. I prepared to debut around Christmas, my brother bought the car for me as encouragement.”

“When I told my brother I wanted to become an actor, my brother was concerned and told me it’s not a easy path to take. I also felt worried, but in the end I decided to become an actor, my brother is very supportive of me and encourage me to work hard to realize my goals. I’m very grateful for my this big present from my brother. I will work hard, to live up to my brother’s expectations

Park Yoohwan is acting in MBC drama Shiny Shiny Shining.

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[NEWS] JYJ International Fans Hold a “Recognition of Human Rights” Signature Campaign in 10 Languages

The ongoing exclusive contract litigation between SM Entertainment and JYJ has reached the international fans of the group.

On the 14th international fans of JYJ has taken aim to spread a signature campaign for the recognition and protection of JYJ’s Legal and Human Rights.

This signature campaign has opened in 10 languages for all international fans including English, Chinese, Japanese, and more. However South Korea fans are unable to participate.

This signature campaign is scheduled to be submitted as petition to the court in relation to JYJ’s lawsuit case of void contract. Fans also shared their complaints about JYJ lawsuit impacts that has resulted in the many restrictions to hold their promotional activities such as appearing in Korea TV music programs.

Priorly the JYJ fans also made a supporting message for their idols on January 27th in form of bus advertisement. At a total of 120 buses operating in Korea major cities such as Seoul, Gwangju, Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan, fans put ad message ‘We Cheer for Your Youth’, the ad had revolved for about a month long.

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[NEWS] F(x)’s Krystal feels awkward around TVXQ’s Changmin

On the February 10th episode of KBS 2TV’s “Happy Together 3“, SM Entertainment labelmates guested on the show together and revealed their awkward relationships with one another.

The MCs asked their guests to pick a person who they felt the most awkward being in the same room with, and why. f(x)’s Krystal began, “Even now, it’s kind of…“, and chose TVXQ’s Changmin.

“Why is it so awkward,” the MCs asked. Changmin replied, “When I was a trainee, Krystal wasn’t in the company yet. She joined after I debuted, so we never had the opportunity to bump into one another.”

Krystal added, “I think Changmin oppa is the type that’s hard to get close with.”

Hilariously, Onew immediately suggested a ‘5 second stare’ on the spot. The two agreed, and demonstrated how painfully awkward it was between them. When asked about how it went, Krystal stated, “This is the first time I saw him up close like this. I think his double eyelids are very thick.”

Changmin replied, “I think her eyes are pretty,” causing everyone to express their hopes in the two getting closer.

As for fellow member Yunho, he revealed, “I don’t think I’m awkward with anyone in particular.” But he received a surprise when Luna and Sulli chose him in the end, leading the MCs to burst out into laughter while pointing out, “Maybe it’s only you that feels comfortable!”

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Changmin, Sulli, & Krystal share their first impressions of Yunho

f(x)’s Sulli was first asked to choose “which oppa was the best in TVXQ“, to which she replied, “I joined the company as a trainee when I was in 5th grade. I thought Yunho oppa was extremely cool, but he didn’t respond that often when I greeted him and he was very quiet, so I began to like Changmin oppa more since he greeted me so warmly.”

Krystal also revealed, “When I saw Yunho oppa for the first time, his hair was divided into a 5:5 part, which left quite the impression. It really wasn’t that cool. One day, though, he suddenly became very cool-looking, but I think he’s still just as quiet as ever.”

Fellow TVXQ member Changmin also joined in the discussion by adding, “My first impression of this person was really not that great. The first thing he told me was, ‘If you don’t have the confidence to last here, just leave right now.’ I remember thinking that he was really cocky.”

MC Yoo Jae Suk asked Yunho, “Why were you so unresponsive to your juniors?” Yunho replied, “During my trainee years, I went through about four groups, all of which eventually disbanded. I was really affectionate towards them, but they’d eventually leave the company once I felt I got closer, and others would give up their training. I was very hurt by that.”

He continued, “I do, however, hear that I look very cold because of my physical appearance.” Changmin agreed, but he added, “When you get to know hyung, he actually has a lot of aegyo. He’s very warm and genuine.”

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[NEWS] 110211 JYJ’s Jaejoong reveals what his ideal woman is like

On February 11th, JYJ’s Jaejoong guested on cable channel MBN’s “Entertainment Magazine VIP” and revealed what his ideal woman would be like.

After expressing that he would like a housewife, he explained, “I’d like someone who looks like me, but just because I like housewives, please don’t say ‘Kim Jaejoong’s ideal woman is a housewife’.”

When asked which JYJ member he thought would get married the earliest, he replied, “I think Junsu will get married the fastest since his parents are older.”

Junsu, who also guested on the show, retorted by telling a fun story about Jaejoong’s parents. “Jaejoong’s father once asked him whether he had a girlfriend. When he said no, his father asked, ‘Can’t I get a grandson somehow?’”

Later on, the boys were asked what they looked for when they checked out girls; was it the face or the body? Junsu chose body, while Yoochun chose face.

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[NEWS] 110210 ‘Tears of Heaven’ KOs ‘The Mission’

Powerfully presented Broadway music dwarfs Morricone’s prerecorded oboe

Since the start of the new year, Korea’s musical scene has been buzzing about two blockbuster musicals by overseas composers, directors and stage designers to premier in Seoul and later target the global audience.

While “Tears of Heaven” has “Jekyll & Hyde” composer Frank Widlhorn, “Sweeny Todd” director Gabriel Barre and Tony Award-winning stage designer David Gallo in its artistic arsenal, “The Mission” boasts the use of Ennio Morricone’s famous music “Gabriel’s Oboe” originally featured in the Oscar-winning movie, “The Mission.”

A scene of Joon (Kim Jun-su) and Linh (Yoon Gong-joo) in musical “Tears of Heaven” (Seoul&Company)

Tears of Heaven” is a story about a Korean man’s passionate love for a Vietnamese woman during the Vietnam War, but all is ruined in a betrayal by the woman’s friend.

“The Mission” tells the same story as the 1986 film ―two Jesuit priests in the 18th century serving in a South American jungle try to protect the native Guarani community endangered by pro-slavery Portugal.

In the first week since the premier, “Tears of Heaven” has defeated the Korean-Italian production “The Mission,” in almost every aspect.

Wildhorn’s newly composed 30 songs for “Tears of Heaven,” an extensive three-year undertaking, fully filled the Haeoreum Theater of the National Theater of Korea on Wednesday.

The first male solo “Better Left Alone,” a powerful song of the past from the main character Joon, instantly engaged the audience in the unfolding tale of a South Korean man’s memory of love for Linh, the Vietnamese woman engaged to U.S. Colonel James Grayson.

The orchestra’s delicate modulation, reflecting the lyrics and emotions, was timely and accurate, although there were a few chorus scenes where the music was a little louder than the singers’ voices.

All of the actors demonstrated great singing and acting talent, including Jeon Dong-seok, who played Joon, and Lee Hae-ri, who played both Linh and her daughter Tiana.

Brad Little ― the Broadway musical star famous for performing “The Phantom of the Opera” more than 200 times ― perfectly transformed from being a caring U.S. soldier into an evil manipulator.

In contrast, the pre-recorded music used in “The Mission”, which began with a scene of a waterfall, failed to resonate with the audience at the Grand Theater of the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts.

A scene of Gabriel (Daniele Gatti) in musical “The Mission” (Sang Sang Musical Company)

Ennio Morricone’s several new songs for the musical and the rest composed by his son, Andrea, were fine but prerecorded sound could not give vitality to the stage.

Except for Father Gabriel’s solos, such as “A Simple Melody” with the melody of “Gabriel’s Oboe” sung by Daniele Gatti, actors and actresses ― who were Italians speaking in English ― sang and acted relatively poorly.

The English lyrics were not clear most of the time and the majority of the Korean audience relied on a sloppy Korean translation, provided through small LCD screens on the back of the seats in front.

The Guarani tribe’s group dancing and singing looked unfulfilling, although their acting was relatively engaging.

In terms of stage design, “Tears of Heaven” knocked down “The Mission” as well.

While the former smartly and swiftly changed scenes using a variety of multimedia, lighting and shadows, the latter’s design was too predictable and scene changes too slow.

“Tears of Heaven” was not without faults, however. The plot was too obvious and predictable, allowing the audience to guess the whole storyline after the first 10 minutes

Facing vehement complaints and negative online reviews about “The Mission,” the producer Sang Sang Musical Company said on Wednesday it will offer free tickets to those who saw the musical between Feb. 2 and Feb. 6, as it has now replaced a main actress and added a 15-member choir.

It is the first time in Korean musical history that such a “recall service” is being offered.

Those who want to see the musical again can book by sending an e-mail with their chosen show date on a weekday before Feb. 24, along with their personal details to sangsangco@naver.com by Feb. 13.

“Tears of Heaven” runs through March 19 at the Haeoreum Teater of the National Theater of Korea. Tickets range from 30,000 won to 130,000 won. For details, call (02) 501-7888 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (02) 501-7888 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. “The Mission” runs through Feb. 26 at the Grand Theater of the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets range from 60,000 won to 200,000 won. For details, call 1688-9721.

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[NEWS] 110210 JYJ is opening a membership service

JYJ is opening a fan membership service!

Beginning on February 14th, JYJ’s agency (C-Jes Entertainment) will be recruiting members to receive special privileges from the trio.

As C-Jes members, JYJ fans will get access to undisclosed contents from JYJ, including special quarterly email newsletters that will announce upcoming album releases, concert schedules, and much more. Additionally, when JYJ releases an album in the future, fans can receive special gifts and will have the chance to attend their fan meetings. All registered members will be also get the chance to grab JYJ memorabilia and special possessions from the trio.

JYJ stated, “We want to give back the love and support we have received from fans in an even bigger way. Please anticipate the various contents that we will reveal as well as our personal message for you”.

A representative of C-Jes entertainment explained, “I think it’s more meaningful that JYJ membership will be started on Valentine’s Day. We are planning to make lots of special content that will only be available to registered members. We will work hard to make and operate lots of tools that artists can use to communicate with their fans”.

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[VIDEO] 110209 News – TVXQ Special Event

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(Trans of narration)

Yesterday, in Makuhari Messe in Chiba, many ladies gathered together at a fast walk.

“It is more than LIKE♪” “What do you like about them?” “Saranghae”
“Today is my daughter’s announcement of the test results for the entrance exam for the University. I ignored that, and came here. I will not phone her because if I hear the results, I’ll be snapped back to reality. Today, I will not contact her.”

There is a reason why everyone has come, despite of all. What are their aims?

Yunho: Everyone,
Yunho & Chanmin: Hello, this is Tohoshinki!

Last year, according to the breakup conflict for contract issues, the number of the Tohoshinki members have changed from 5 to 2. Yesterday, Yunho and Changmin did a comeback event after 4 years. (T/N: The narration does not fit the facts. Their last live performance in Japan was a-nation 2009. However, I have translated just as the narration.) 15,000 fans (selected out of 150,000 applications) were all very excited! .

They performed on stage their new song which was ranked No. 1 in the Oricon monthly chart last month. But, their main concerns were the speaking part.

Yunho: Lets enjoy the live concert together with Tohoshinki! (T/N: This was not a live concert. It was a short release event. And, according to other sources, Yunho seems to have made a mistake in the grammatical tense just before this talk.) What are you laughing at!? Oh, I see..

Affected by their suspension of their activities, they held a live concert after 4 years in Japan. (T/N: Again, not true, but translated according to the narration) The two members were at pains with their Japanese.

After the breakout conflict for contract issues, Tohoshinki restarted its activities last month with Yunho and Changmin.

Yunho: I am glad that I can hold a fan club event once more in a place that holds memories.

Makuhari Messe is a place where they held a live concert when they were a five member group. But the problem for the live concert after a long time was not the number of members, but the Japanese language.

Yunho: During the time I am dancing, the button “ijime (bullies)” me. (T/N: The correct word should be “jama (disturbs)” And, I say to the button, “Mendou kusai!” (T/N: Normally, we do not use the word “mendou kusai (messy)” in this situation)

Tohoshinki seems to have felt a lot of things during their live event after a long time.

Changmin: I felt that I should study Japanese more in the future. I want to sing more songs in front of everyone, so I would like to do my best for our Japanese activities.

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[NEWS] 110209 Tohoshinki Japan FanEvent “became our biggest strength to move forward”

Tohoshinki Japan FanEvent “became our biggest strength to move forward”

As two people group, Tohoshinki comes back to Japan earning great support from Japanese fans.

On the 9th, Japan Sankei Sports mentioned, Tohoshinki on the 8th held their 4th year FanEvent, and sang two new songs and held a Talk with fans.

On this day Tohoshinki conveyed their gratitude to the 15000 cheering fans. Yunho greeted everyone with “I want to do all kinds of activities in Japan just like before. Everyone became our biggest strength. Really thank you everyone.”

Changmin expressed “To be able to sing more songs, I have became more keen to learning Japanese” “To be able to have more activities in Japan, we will work harder.”

This day Tohoshinki performed on stage their two songs “Why” and “Maximum” from their new single which had earned first place on the Oricon weekly rankings. Also the two member’s analogy of colors further showed their friendship. Changmin said Yunho is passionate red, Yunho said Changmin’s heart is like the ocean so blue suits him. Red and blue together is even more harmonious.

Also Tohoshinki new single”Why” released in Japan on January 26th with 231000 copies sold took first place for January Oricon weekly charts.

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[NEWS] Athena Shim Changmin affect, viewership raise to 15.4%

SBS Drama ‘Athena: Goddess of War’ saw a rise in viewership rating.

According to AGB Nielsen Media Research, the Febraury 7th episode recorded a 15.4% in viewer ratings. This week show rating rose from 13.6% last week, a rise of 1.8%.

That episode, DBSK Choikang Changmin and Choo Seung Hoon appeared on the show. Changmin appears as nuclear expert from the National Intelligence Service (NIS).

That day, KBS2 TV drama ‘Dream High’ received the highest rating of 17.6% while MBC first broadcast of ‘The Duo’ of 10.2% respectively.

*omits certain parts out*

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[VIDEO] 110207 MBC News Yoochun (Eng)

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[CAPS] 110207 Yoochun MBC News part 2

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[CAPS] 110207 Yoochun MBC News

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[VIDEO] 110207 Yoohun – MBC News

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[NEWS] 110207 Changmin cast in Athena as nuclear expert

Changmin is confirmed to appear in Athena as the unrevealed nuclear expert.

Last week Changmin received a role in SBS drama Athena: Goddess of War, and had began filming last week.

Changmin will apear on the 16th episode that will broadcast on February 7th, and will continue to act until the 20th episode. He will act as a nuclear expert from the National Intelligence Service (NIS).

Because he also plays the lead role in Paradise Ranch, audiences can watch Changmin on TV for two straight hours from 9PM to 10PM.

On February 7th, Changmin will make his first appearance in Athena.

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[PHOTOS] 110207 Junsu Tears of Heaven News

Ok Let’s go shopping

Junsu “see that? My hubby sitting over there! Chunnie~!!!”

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