credit: jyjcosirae+kpkjyj+HankookiTV
JYJFantalk Source: youtube
Share This
[Vid] Xia Junsu Elisabeth Press Conference 2013
Reply
Category Archives: News
[TRANS] 130727 [Choi Ji Yae’s Epilogue] JYJ, Will They Be Able To Escape The Tunnel And Fly Again
SM “The FTC’s verdict is unfortunate” VS JYJ “We saw a ray of hope”
The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) laid down a prohibitive order on SM Entertainment and the Korean Federation of Pop Culture and the Arts (KFPCAI) on the 24th. This order prohibited the two parties from interfering with the broadcasted and musical activities of idol group JYJ (Kim Junsu, Park Yoochun, Kim Jaejoong).
In July of 2009, JYJ filed an exclusive contract nullification injunction against SM as members of the idol group TVXQ, claiming that the exclusive contract signed between the two parties was unlawful. Since then, SM and JYJ had been locked in a legal dispute over the validity of their exclusive contract.
Regarding this, the FTC stated, “Considering the leverage that SM Entertainment has as one of the three biggest entertainment agencies in Korea, as well as the specific nature of the KFPCAI as an organization in the entertainment industry, the official notice that was released placed a considerable amount of pressure on the recipients,” and “This incident is significant as it has prohibited a large-scale entertainment agency from using its influence and working with a business organization to prohibit the activities of celebrities currently locked in a legal dispute with the agency.”
The FTC also ordered the KFPCAI to, “notify the 12 business associations in the organization, as well as the 26 licensees who received the official notice, of the corrective measures that have taken place.”
Regarding this order, the FTC explained why they had not made SM pay a fee as they stated, “We do not believe that SM benefitted economically from this event, and we believe that a prohibitive order is enough as a warning for other entertainment agencies as well.”
The most important question surrounding the FTC’s order is whether JYJ will be able to appear on broadcasted shows in the future. As it has now been accepted by the FTC that JYJ have been faced with limitations in their activities, many are wondering if JYJ will finally be able to let their activities take flight.
Regarding this, CEO Baek Chang Joo of C-JeS Entertainment stated, “Although JYJ’s legal dispute with their former agency was concluded in April, JYJ still suffered from unlawful external pressure. Including the unilateral notification they received from their album distribution company recently, it is an undeniable fact that JYJ have unlawfully been restricted from appearing on music programs, even when they release albums.” He also added, “But if policies and institutions continue to be the foundation of change, as they were today, we believe that JYJ will be able to perform on a fair stage in the future.”
JYJ stated, “We hope that the FTC’s verdict will allow us to freely pursue activities in the entertainment industry and to stand on a fair stage in front of the public. Although a long and dark tunnel still lies ahead of us, we saw a strand of light in the far distance flash by our eyes. We will continue to walk towards that light, and we will always do our best to repay everyone with great performances and activities.”
However, SM released an official statement that read, “It is unfortunate that such a verdict was made, although there was no evidence to prove that such interference had taken place,” and “SM is currently reviewing the option of pursuing legal action against this latest decision.”
With such differing stances coming from both sides, there are may opinions surrounding this issue that exist in the industry. The FTC’s order is very meaningful as a symbol, but the opinion is split on whether it will actually translate into change in reality.
One representative in the industry saw the verdict in a positive light as he stated, “The verdict made by the FTC is a symbolic precedent against large-scale, influential entertainment agencies. The entertainment industry is changing from a food chain into an environment that everyone can be a part of.”
On the other hand, another representative believed that the order would not be able to make any lasting change as he stated, “Though the FTC have made their verdict, we still can’t say whether JYJ will be able to appear on variety shows or music programs. The industry has agreed that the issue is whether the broadcasting companies will take the necessary big step.”
One representative of the broadcasting industry gave a more skeptical opinion as he stated, “I’m doubtful that the FTC’s verdict will have a positive effect on JYJ’s broadcasted activities.”
He also added, “Though the FTC has sided with JYJ, what’s important is how SM accepts their verdict. If JYJ are able to freely pursue activities in the industry after the verdict, wouldn’t that basically mean that SM and the KFPCAI admits to interfering with JYJ’s activities? I don’t think it’s a simple problem.”
A representative who works in management at an agency emphasized, “People are curious to see how SM will react as a large-scale entertainment agency. And it’s true that the FTC’s verdict has hurt SM’s image to an extent. But if JYJ were now able to freely pursue activities as singers, SM would no longer be associated with the term ‘Tyranny of super powers’. As the frontrunner of K-pop, SM must make a wise decision.”
Source: [mydaily]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130727 If You Are Curious Of The True Extent Of JYJ Kim Junsu’s Ticket Power
The reason why everyone should see Kim Junsu in ‘Elisabeth’
‘Elisabeth’, the large-scale musical that took the industry by storm last year, has returned. Like last year, Kim Junsu’s performances, which seat a total of 20,000 people, were sold out in five minutes.
Looking at the overall critiques by the public and media, Kim Junsu’s ticket power is astounding. But this time around, the expectation for ‘Elisabeth’ is different from that of last year, because this time around, many people are saying “‘Death’ by Kim Junsu, ‘Death’ for Kim Junsu.”
First of all, last year’s Tod role was given to three actors, Ryu Jung Hwan, Song Chang Ui and Kim Junsu. The first two actors are veterans who each have at least 10 years of experience in the industry. Because of this, Kim Junsu was constantly compared to them for their ease and presence on stage.
On the other hand, 2013′s ‘Death’ role was given to Kim Junsu, and two other young actors. Park Hyo Shin, who appeared in ‘Rock Hamlet’ in 2000 but is better known as a singer than a musical actor, and Jeon Dong Seok, who hit the musical scene through the 2009 production ‘Notre Dame de Paris’.
Not only does Kim Junsu have the merit of having been in the first round of ‘Elisabeth’ performances, but he has also created a strong foundation for himself in the past three years through ‘Elisabeth’, ‘Tears of Heaven’ and ‘Mozart!’.
During the press call of ‘Elisabeth’ that was held on the 25th at the Seoul Arts Center’s Opera House, composer Sylvester Levay showed his faith in the singer as he said, “I personally think of him as a close friend and I’m honored that Kim Junsu will be working with me for another production since ‘Mozart!’. His presence on stage is truly spectacular.”
Kim Junsu’s role of ‘Death’ is a fantasy character that draws off the fact that the real-life empress Elisabeth used to write countless poems about death. He is an important character who makes the life of ‘Elisabeth’ more dramatic and tragic.
‘Death’ falls in love with ‘Elisabeth’ when she falls from a tightrope at a young age. He is a mystical character whose gender can’t be properly defined. Though he approaches Elisabeth as a man, he approaches her son Rudolph as a woman. He follows her wherever she goes throughout her life, and tries to seduce her into taking the last dance with him because he is the only one who can give her true freedom.
The image of ‘Death’, who is both strong and soft, is similar to Hyde of ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ or the phantom of ‘The Phantom of the Opera’ when he appears on a lift. In the musical, he seduces both Elisabeth and her son Rudolph, but also has to draw the audience in and entrance them.
‘Death’ is accompanied by six ‘Angels of Death’, who fill the stage with sophisticated choreography. The ‘Last Dance’ number showcased Kim Junsu’s superior dance skills that he honed as a member of idol group JYJ.
During the press call, Kim Junsu performed ‘The Shadows Grow Longer’ and captivated everyone with a more dignified and charismatic stage presence than last year. During the press conference that followed, he impressed the reporters as he sat and paid attention to what the other actors were saying. It seems as though we must let go of some of the prejudices and negative feelings we have for singer-turned-musical-actors when it comes to Kim Junsu. One critic even justifiably stated, ‘Kim Junsu’s aura grows longer.’
Kim Junsu is currently facing restrictions on his activities as a singer due to a dispute with his former agency. During the press conference, Kim Junsu stated, “My longing for the stage is on the verge of desperation. I’m only able to show my energy through concerts or in musicals. As desperate as I am, I’m going to put all my power and energy into each and every scene.” The instincts he picked up while on stage, as well as the passion he has for what he does, will ensure that Kim Junsu’s charisma will have increased tenfold this time around.
One more thing, EMK plans to open the musicals ‘Marie Antoinette’ and ‘Dance of the Vampire’ next year and the year after, and it looks as though he may be in the running to appear in one of these shows.
Meanwhile, the big and small changes made to this year’s ‘Elisabeth’ is drawing the attention of many. The biggest change is that a new song called ‘The Dance of Love and Death’ has been added to the musical. As a song that was showcased during the Japanese performances of the musical, it will greet Korean audiences this year. Small details have been fixed to bring a new ‘Elisabeth’ to the music industry.
‘Elisabeth’ opens on the 26th of July and features Ok Joo Hyun and Kim So Hyun as the leading role of Elisabeth. They will be joined by Lee Ji Hoon, Park Eun Tae, Yoon Young Seok, Min Young Ki, Lee Jung Hwa, Kim Isak and Noh Ji Hoon.
Source: [entermedia]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130727 JYJ Naver LINE Updates
(6:59pm KST) Shanghai!!!!!!! It’s good to see you again~~~~^^
(8:43pm KST) Sitting in front of the piano.. What song should I play…?
(8:45pm KST) It’s Summer.. and a Saturday.. Hmm…
Source: [JYJ’s LINE account]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[Vid] 130727 Online New Entertainment – Xia Junsu ‘Incredible’ in Shanghai [Eng]
credit: JYJOXO
JYJFantalk Source: sharingyoochun.net
Share This
[Info] 130730 JYJ’s Junsu (XIA) sings a bit of “Chocolate Girl” and “Funny Song” Live + Reveals His Ideal Type for LOEN’s ‘Ask In A Box’
JYJ‘s Junsu (XIA) showed how ‘incredible’ he is as he took the time to honestly answer questions submitted by fans for LOEN‘s ‘Ask In a Box‘!
XIA got fans giggling along through his interview as he revealed his ideal type is someone with a good personality as well as innocent and sexy charms. He also sang a bit of “Chocolate Girl” and “Funny Song” until he couldn’t hold in his laughter any longer, and promised fans that he would perform them on stage one day.
Get to know him better through his adorable interview above!
Video credit: LOENENT’
credit: allkpop
JYJFantalk Source: sharingyoochun.net
Share This
[Pic] 130729 Junsu at Incheon Airport
welcome back home
credit: JYJmemory+tsyt+Ariel_Jia
shared by: sharingyoochun.net
JYJFantalk Source: sharingyoochun.net
Share This
[Vid] 130728 Xia Incredible/ 11AM
Give it one more go, Girl… 🙂
credit: puzusmile+LOENENT+xiahleo+BulletProofDream+Yutcho Micky+JVD+CJESJYJ
Momma’s Source: youtube
Share This
[Vid] DBSK Anyone?
A cup of tea, my mouse, and DBSK. 🙂
credit: llllllllllllily+s3adolphin+HDBSK+RUEHLNY+IceZ a.k.a N+
Riretournesol1
[Trans] 130725 Kim Junsu In ‘Elisabeth’, “What’s Different This Time Around? Black Hair And A New Number”
JYJ’s Kim Junsu talked about what was different about this year’s ‘Elisabeth’ performances.
The musical ‘Elisabeth’ held a press call on the 25th of July at the Seoul Arts Center’s Opera House. The day’s event featured 11 scenes reenacted by Ok Joo Hyun, Kim So Hyun, Kim Junsu, Park Hyo Shin, Jeon Dong Seok, Park Eun Tae and Lee Ji Hoon.
During the press conference that followed, Kim Junsu talked about why he had chosen black hair instead of going blonde this year as he said, “It’s not as meaningful as it’s being made out to be,” and “Last year featured a very strong blonde image. Should I say that this year’s hairstyle gives off an Oriental feel for Death? Wouldn’t it be interesting to think of the two others (Park Hyo Shin, Jeon Dong Seok) are Western Deaths, and me as an Eastern version of Death?”
Kim Junsu also said, “I believe that last year’s performances were so loved so much because the story, music and lyrics were all so great. I think I was able to make such a radical change because I was backed by the success of last year’s performances. I think the difference between this year and last year is that the story has become a little clearer and easier for the audience to understand.”
He also added, “Another difference is that we’ve added a new song for Death.”
(omitted)
Source: [TVDaily]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: sharingyoochun.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130726 [Message From Max Changmin] Please Take Care Of Yourselves In This Hot Weather^^
@ LA Angels baseball stadium
@ LA Dodgers baseball stadium
Hello~ This is Max Changmin.
I’ve been meaning to write more frequently, but I’ve only just gotten around to greeting you all again…
I believe that we were able to enjoy our LA-Chile-Shanghai performances because of the support of our fans~
As always, we will always do our best and try to repay the profound love that you, our fans both in Korea and overseas, have given us, though what we can give back is really never enough.
Oh no, it looks like I’ve gotten a little too serious… hahaha
Actually, we’ve secretly flown overseas to prepare a surprise gift for all our fans!!!^^
We’ve been working hard, so please anticipate what we’re preparing~ You’ll be able to check it out later… hahahahaha ^^
To our Cassiopeia friends!
Please take care of yourselves in the blistering heat, and I hope you reenergize yourselves during the Summer holidays.^^
From now on, I’ll try my best to write things here more often~ hahaha
Source: [TVXQ’s Official Homepage]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130727 Test Your Idol Knowledge, ‘What Number Is My Bias?’
An ‘idol knowledge’ post is quickly garnering much popularity amongst idol fans.
A post titled ‘Idol Knowledge’ was recently posted on an online community forum.
The post took the characteristics of 30 idols and expressed them through drawings. Popular idols such as TVXQ, Psy, 4Minute, IU, Super Junior, Girls’ Day and SISTAR were included in the depictions.
Though the facial features don’t match the idols at all, one can make guesses based on dance moves and outfits. Fans are expected to find their favorite singers instantly to be considered a ‘real’ fan.
Though the person who created the post didn’t reveal the answers, netizens exchanged answers to come up with a final list. This list is also spreading throughout online communities.
Netizens who saw the post left comments such as, “I burst out laughing as soon as I saw it”, “The person who made this is a genius”, “What’s the answer~”, “I only need to be able to find my biases!”, “I must be getting old… I’m not sure who’s who,” and “The answers are popping up in my eyes… This is the power of fandoms.”
Source: [tvreport]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
Can you guess who is who? I can see both TVXQ and JYJ 🙂
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[Vid] 130726 K-Pop’s JYJ with SBS PopAsia (Extended Version)
Our Three came through again. You weren’t extremely comfortable, language barriers were there, but I believe you did well. A bit of zoning out at the end? Just pull together for that new JYJ album we’ve been looking forward to. 🙂 <333
credit: SBSPopAsia
Momma’s Source: sharingyoochun.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130725 JYJ Naver LINE Updates
(10:59am KST) We thought that we wouldn’t be able to stand on stage again. But for the past four years, we have been able to stand on stage and sing. And it was all thanks to our fans’ sincere hearts and love for us. The link below will take you to C-JeS Entertainment and JYJ’s official statement on the Fair Trade Commission’s ruling on SM Entertainment. We hope that our fans all over the world take interest and read it. Link
[T/N: Our translations for the statement can be found here]
1:37pm KST) Translations for the video are below.
(Yoochun) The name JYJ… I really like it. Thank you all so much. Thank you for caring for us so much that we are able to live a happier life. I think we still have so much to do if we want to repay you for all of your love, so we’re going to do our best and go at it with all we have.
(Junsu) Thank you… Thank you.
(Jaejoong) I apologize. We hadn’t planned to come up and talk, so we don’t have much prepared. And when you don’t have much prepared, your emotions start pouring out first, like Junsu right now; it’s natural. If we were to have a real heart to heart, we would probably end up needing four to five hours, just to talk it out. Even that wouldn’t be enough, right? Yoochun said this too, but we’re so happy right now. We’re human after all, and I think humans feel most suffocated when they can’t like what they like, can’t do what they want to do, or express what they want to express. I’m so happy to be standing in front of all the people who have made it possible to be free in what we do, if not 100%, at least more than before. We will take all the strength you’ve given us and work harder, and within what we have.. Like what Yoochun said, we’ll go at it and break free. Till then, we don’t need anything else, we’ll be grateful if you just believe in us and watch over us. Thank you so much. And thank you to those sitting on the second and third floors as well. Thank you.
Till now, this has been JYJ. Thank you!
Source: [JYJ’s LINE account]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This
[TRANS] 130724 [C-JeS] Our Official Statement Regarding The FTC’s Verdict Of SM Entertainment’s Interference
C-JeS Entertainment’s statement on the rectification order made by the FTC on SM Entertainment-KFPCAI for interfering with JYJ’s activities as singers is as follows. (Official statement by CEO Baek Chang Joo)
We would like to thank the FTC for conducting such a transparent investigation for the past three years to eradicate unlawful actions in the industry, collecting evidence of SM Entertainment and principal agents in the culture industry, such as the Korean Federation of Pop Culture and Arts Industries (KFPCAI), unilaterally and systematically interfering with JYJ’s broadcasted appearances.
The investigation gave irrefutable evidence that SM Entertainment had violated the Monopoly Regulation and Fair Trade Act by abusing their monopolistic and superior leverage in the entertainment industry to disadvantage those who have different opinions multiple times. We believe that the FTC’s recent order to rectify such actions will shed light on the tyranny of super powers in the industry who go against the innovative economy policies of the current government.
The development of our nation’s entertainment industry, signified by the Hallyu Wave, will only take place if the creativity and diversity of every participant is respected and guaranteed. This means that we must no longer be swept up in the despotism of the few super powers in the industry. If the Hallyu Wave develops henceforth on the basis of a lawful mould, starting with today’s rectification order, we believe that this will be an opportunity for it to leap forth into the world again.
Although JYJ’s legal dispute with their former agency was concluded in April, JYJ still suffered from unlawful external pressure. Including the unilateral notification they received from their album distribution company recently, it is an undeniable fact that JYJ have unlawfully been restricted from appearing on music programs, even when they release albums. This is an embarrassing truth in our society today. But if policies and institutions continue to be the foundation of change, as they were today, we believe that JYJ will be able to perform on a fair stage in the future.
JYJ’s stance on the verdict is as follows.
“We would like to thank the FTC for their decision. Though it feels as though we have been locked in a hard battle since 2009 and are walking in an endless desert, today’s verdict gave us strength to keep going as it showed that the situation is slowly changing for the better. We hope that the FTC’s verdict will allow us to freely pursue activities in the entertainment industry and stand on a fair stage in front of the public. We also hope that such roads are also opened for our juniors as well.
Although a long and dark tunnel still lies ahead of us, we saw a strand of light in the far distance flash by our eyes. We will continue to walk towards that light, and we will always do our best to repay everyone with great performances and activities.”
<Reference-1 – Information relating to JYJ’s legal dispute and the FTC’s announcement>
On July 31st, 2009, the three members of JYJ claimed that their exclusive contract with SM Entertainment was no longer valid due to unlawful clauses including an extremely long contract period (13 years) that went against the social rules, an extremely biased income distribution that favored the agency, and no freedom with regards to activities during the contract period. Thus, they submitted an injunction to the Seoul District Courts to nullify the validity of their contract and on October 29th, 2009, the Seoul District Courts accepted the trio’s case and their exclusive contract nullification injunction (Seoul District Courts 2009Ka-Hap2869). Since then, the Courts have reconfirmed multiple times through multiple legal disputes between the two parties that their unilateral and forced exclusive contract was no longer valid.
In October of 2012, the FTC announced their new ‘Model standards for business transactions between entertainment management companies, celebrities (and trainees) and production companies’, which was intended to facilitate a fair working environment in the entertainment management business. Since then, entertainment agencies and the awareness of those working in the industry have changed, ensuring legal protection for those newly entering the industry, and providing a stable ground for rookies to pursue activities with no limitations. Today’s announcement by the FTC regarding the unlawful business transaction between JYJ and their former agency has proved that the two parties’ legal dispute has helped eradicate unlawful actions taking place and has become a stepping stone in creating a groundbreaking change in the industry.
<Reference-2 / 2012 November: The end of JYJ – SM Entertainment’s legal dispute>
On July 31st, 2009, the three members of JYJ claimed that their exclusive contract with SM Entertainment was no longer valid due to unlawful clauses including an extremely long contract period (13 years), an extremely biased income distribution that favored the agency, and no freedom with regards to activities during the contract period. Thus, they submitted an injunction to the Seoul District Courts to nullify the validity of their contract and on October 29th, 2009, the 50th Civil Suit Division (Judge Park Byung Dae) of the Seoul District Courts accepted the trio’s case and their exclusive contract nullification injunction (Seoul District Courts 2009KaHap2869). SM Entertainment submitted an appeal against the aforementioned verdict on April 12th, 2010 but was dismissed by the 50th Civil Suit Division (Judge Choi Sung Joon) of the Seoul District Courts on February 15th, 2011. This reconfirmed that the exclusive contract between the trio and SM Entertainment was unlawful, therefore invalid, and the verdict was made that the original verdict would stand. (Seoul District Courts 2010Ka-Hap1245). On February 21st, 2011, the 51st Civil Suit Division (Judge Kim Dae Woong) of the Seoul District Courts came to the verdict that SM Entertainment had been interfering with the trio’s activities in the entertainment industry, which including appearing on broadcasted programs, and ordered the agency not to interfere any more, as well as pay a 20 million Won fine for every instance they are caught violating this verdict henceforth (2010Ta-Gi4495).
Through a voluntary arbitration, in which it was decided that the exclusive contract between the two parties had ended on July 31st, 2009, JYJ became independent from SM Entertainment and were guaranteed the freedom to pursue any and all activities. This concluded the legal dispute between the two parties.
Source: [C-JeS Official Homepage]
Translated & Shared by: dongbangdata.net
JYJFantalk Source: dongbangdata.net
Share This