NBA All Star Celebrity Game includes some big names

   
 Hows this for a unique twist to the NBA All Star Game festivities? The NBA announced today that the All Star Celebrity Game will "Canada vs US," with some big names attracting fans from many places.
       One that stands out from the other well known celebrities is Kris Wu. "Who is he? Wu Yi Fan?" many people have wondered.
       Born in Guangzhou, China, Kris Wu Yi Fan became a Canadian citizen when his family immigrated to Vancouver. He has since rose to stardom after debuting under one of Korea's entertainment giants, SM Entertainment, in the boy group 'EXO.'
   
       For those who have been following the Asian entertainment industry, they have heard his name for a few years now. His name has appeared in many stories in Asia, especially after his abrupt lawsuit with SME over the termination of his contract.
       Even though still in the lawsuit, Wu has been heavily promoted in China, staring in multiple movies and variety shows. He was recently awarded as the Most Influential Male in Asia in 2015.
       His athleticism and basketball skills have been also heavily promoted throughout his career, making the news of his attendance at the All Star Game festivities not a surprising one.
       This will be Wu's first official appearance in Canada, and many fans are sure to be anticipating his arrival.

Toronto's Biggest Banger; Big Bang takes centre stage at the Air Canada Centre

            One of South Korea's most successful K-pop group, Big Bang, touched down in Toronto, Canada, and they did not disappoint their fans.

            On October 13, 2015, Big Bang hit the stage at the Air Canada Centre (ACC) in Toronto, bringing their highly anticipated MADE TOUR to Canada. After touring through Los Angeles, Mexico, and New Jersey, they wrapped up their World North American Tour in Toronto for a final show.

            Thousands of fans gathered around the ACC hours before the show, either hoping to see their idols or be the first to get their hands on the concert merchandise. By the time the doors had opened, there were only a few signature light sticks left for purchase.

            Blasting fireworks, the group kicked off the party in Toronto by performing their upbeat, summer banger, 'Bang Bang Bang' which immediately got the crowd on their feet. From that point on, no one sat back down. 

            Having debuted in 2006, Big Bang, which consist of GDragon, Taeyang, T.O.P, Daesung, and Seungri, began their summer by releasing 2 tracks of their MADE album at the beginning of each month, a promotional tactic that for sure left fans wanting more. Not only did it build anticipation, the tracks also ranked near the top of Billboard's Top World Digital Songs list.

            This is also the first time an artist or group from YG Entertainment, one of South Korea's biggest entertainment companies, has performed in Canada. And many believe this may be a once in a lifetime concert.

"I honestly don't think they'll be coming back to Toronto," one fan said after the concert. "Maybe they'll come back for their farewell concert," another one answered.

            When a group like Big Bang comes to Toronto, especially when fans think it's a once in a lifetime experience, crowds don't let them end the concert when they want to. Coming out to perform Bang Bang Bang and Loser for the encore, Big Bang bowed to the crowd one last time as the stage closed and the credits the show rolled to mark the end of their MADE World North American tour.    

Is SM Entertainment Losing its Hold on it's Idols?

       News has recently emerged that Jessica Jung, a member of the Kpop Idol group Girls Generation(SNSD), has been dropped by the agency, halting any plans she had with SNSD. This comes approximately 6 months after Kris Wu of EXO filed for a lawsuit, terminating his contract with SM, while F(x) member Sulli has left SM as well.

       Is there something going on within SM Entertainment that is forcing artists out? Both of this years issues have been linked to disputes between the artists' future and the plans of the agency. Jessica has recently begun her fashion line, and it seems that it is clashing with the plans SM has planned for her.
       Jessica's issue is not as severe as Kris', with SM Entertainment confirming that she will still be managed by the agency, the only change is that she will not be participating with SNSD in any of their promotional events or future albums as of now.
       But it seems that there is a misunderstanding between Jessica and SM. SM is stating that "This coming spring, due to her personal situation, she has notified us she will halt her team promotions with the release of one (more) album (source: allkpop)." But Jessica stated on Weibo differently.

      Jessica's post on her Weibo account states "I was excited about our upcoming fan events only to shockingly be informed by my company and 8 others that as of today, I'm no longer a member. I'm devastated....I am being forced out."
       Fans from all over the world show their outrage about the news, Jessica being one of the bigger names of Girls Generation, many just hoping that this is just a misunderstanding between the two sides. Many, like with Kris and EXO, are stating that Girls Generation needs to be a 9 member group, incomplete if one is absent.
      Jessica has been noted to be seeing an attorney, maybe just for advice, but it could also mean a lawsuit could be waiting in the shadows.
   
OCTOBER 5, 2014 UPDATE

       Over the last month, SM has noted the another member of EXO will be absent from promotions and shows. That member is Luhan, who is currently recovering from different symptoms, many saying related to extended fatigue. Information is swirling through the Internet, hinting that SM Entertainment and Luhan are headed to a crossroad. Luhan's declining health and SM's pressure for his return may just be the conflict between the groups.
       2014 has not been a good year for SM Entertainment and its' fans. But 2014 goes on, and we shall wait and see what it has in store for one of Korea's top entertainment corporations.
 

OCTOBER 7, 2014 UPDATE
       Luhan has filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment, seeking to nullify his contract with the company. It seems to be more than just absence due to illness that was keeping Luhan out of the SM Town World Concerts. Sources report that their have been conflicts between Luhan and SM Ent these past weeks. Luhan gave SM a deadline to resolve these differences, but it seems that the deadline has past. Luhan is apparently going in the same direction as former EXO-M leader Kris, with the same actions and law firm. With the possible exit of another member, could this be the end for EXO-M?