Additionally, Lawyer Noh Jong Eon, the legal representative of OMEGA X, told CBS Nocut News via phone call on November 14th that "the members are worried and afraid". Often because the possibility of becoming an idol is better than the alternative: chronic unemployment. In her free time, she learns new card tricks and practices typing faster. Get yourselves together. Latest news of suicide of the idol Jonghyun (member of boy group SHINEE) who belonged to SM Entertainment (Top 3 Agency) shook the very core of all fans. Once, I needed to sell my belongings, [including] my laptop and beloved piano, to survive,. Korean celebrities raise awareness of child abuse case Whether on social media, stage or in public, K-pop stars are nurtured to maintain a facade of physical aesthetic and pure morals. Abuse in K-Pop in Spotlight Again After L.A. Hotel Altercation And as fans look to the idol's social media for an answer, it delivers a stream of gorgeous new selfies from Jennie, which seemingly paint the pretty picture that there is, in fact, no mistreatment taking place. one reason for someone to commit suicide, nor should we chase after one but the Korean entertainment industry must bear partial responsibility for its continued abuse and exploitation. Fans also note whether labels are adequately promoting their idols' music and merchandise internationally, and further point to line distribution and screentime in songs and music videos as indicators of mismanagement and favoritism within companies. Lets pretend the contract never happened and he asked me if anything else had happened after that. Including his trainee debt and living expenses, Henry Prince Mak from JJCC concluded last year that he was only making $1 or $2 per day. He left in 2014 to launch a successful solo career as a singer, actor, model and talent show judge. You can check the DNA on it, the sasaeng fan said. Former K-pop stars, such as Han Geng of Super Junior and EXO's Lu Han and Kris Wu, have filed lawsuits against former record labels en masse, citing mistreatment, unfair contracts, extortion and sexual assault. In the media idols are portrayed as perfect people that don't make mistakes. The Kpop industry has been flourishing for the past few years, but what new fans don't know is that there's a long, mind-breaking process in becoming an idol. With the idol title comes an expectation that your group and fans must be prioritized over your own needs, but no fan has the right to dictate the lives of idols or pressure them into making certain choices. They were abused by employers, company employees, even forced to "serve" alcohol to guests. Aspiring K-pop idols, known as "trainees," sign contracts with management agencies when the trainee is as young as 12 or 13 years old. However, this number can. K-pop idol worship attracts millions in South Korea and beyond, but some take it a little too far. hitType: 'event', Former K-pop stars, such as Han Geng of Super Junior and EXOs Lu Han and Kris Wu, have filed lawsuits against former record labels en masse, citing mistreatment, unfair contracts, extortion and sexual assault. Both male and female K-pop groups have also been, to incidents of violence and sexual harassment. 10 K-pop stars who became parents | SBS PopAsia Taelice Stories Korean celebrities trend #SorryJungin to mourn the passing .