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Following their album design plagiarism controversy which arose earlier this month, Wake One Entertainment’s rookie girl group izna is now facing similar accusations of “copying” another K-Pop idol group, aespa.  Earlier this month, Wake One Entertainment changed the cover design of izna’s 1st mini album ‘N/a’ after K-netizens accused the design of plagiarizing NewJeans. This time, netizens noticed that previews for izna’s official merchandise, to be sold at the girl group’s first pop-up store event at Lotte World Tower Mall soon, may have literally “copied” aespa.  According to netizens, the photocard previews shown in izna’s merchandise list were in fact, previews of aespa…

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Singer/song-writer Olivia Marsh, well-known as the older sister of NewJeans member Danielle, has teased the release of her new holiday single, “First December With You”.  On November 22, Olivia Marsh shared a new YouTube video, ‘Olivia Marsh on Olive’s Night’. The segment took on the format of the host “Livvy” interviewing the guest “Olivia Marsh”. During the interview, Olivia Marsh confirmed that a new single, inspired by her “favorite holiday”, would be released in December. She also sang a snippet of the melody without the accompanying lyrics, puzzling the host.  Olivia Marsh’s holiday single, titled “First December With You”, will be…

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On November 22, NewJeans’ Haerin unveiled her cover of ‘Ceilings’ by Lizzy McAlpine as part of the [By Jeans] series. The video, released on the official NewJeans YouTube channel, showcases Haerin’s distinctive, delicate vocal tone, breathing new life into the heartfelt track. Haerin’s serene and emotive delivery highlights her unique artistry, adding a gentle yet powerful touch that perfectly complements the song’s introspective lyrics and melody. Fans have praised her for illuminating the beauty of the song with her subtle and soothing interpretation. Don’t miss the chance to experience Haerin’s enchanting performance in ‘Ceilings’—available now on the NewJeans official YouTube…

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Former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin has filed a counter lawsuit against Kim Tae Ho, Chief Operating Officer of BeLift Lab, and 3 others in the ongoing dispute over ILLIT’s alleged plagiarism of NewJeans.  On November 22 KST, Law Firm Sejong, representing Min Hee Jin, relayed in an official statement, “Min Hee Jin has filed a criminal complaint today (November 22) with the Yongsan Police Station against Chief Operating Officer Kim Tae Ho, Vice President Choi Yoon Hyuk, Visual Director Heo Se Ryeon, and Head of Operations Lee Ga Joon of BeLift Lab for defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act. Additionally, she has filed…

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