[Updated]T-ara’s former back-up dancer claims Jiyeon once slapped Hwayoung

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Among the many that are stepping forward to offer some more insight on the T-ara controversy, is a netizen who claims to be a former T-ara back-up dancer.

The post is going viral online, and in it, the dancer describes in detail of a time Jiyeon had slappedHwayoung across the face.

It reads:

“I am a member of Hot Chicks, an exclusive dance team for T-ara, and am also working withDavichi, KARA, Brown Eyed Girls, Rainbow Pixie, and more.

It was around the time the Japanese concert took place. We were getting big with our “Lovey Dovey” shuffle dance after Hwayoung was admitted, and getting ready to perform “Roly Poly” for our year-end performance.

During one of the rehearsals, it was a situation where Kwang Soo had jam-packed our schedules, so both the dancers and the members of T-ara who had just completed their day’s work were extremely sensitive and on edge.

Still, everyone was mustering up their last bit of strength and practicing, when Hwayoung messed up a little bit of the choreography.

Seeing this, Jiyeon and Soyeon then sarcastically scoffed at her, saying, ‘Since you already decided to join, you should maybe work a little harder.’

Hwayoung then became a little depressed, but the dance leader mediated the situation and the rehearsal resumed.

But Hwayoung maintained an uncomfortable expression on her face, and Jiyeon who saw this slapped Hwayoung across the cheek and told her that because she had come in late to the already-established group T-ara, she needed to act sensibly and to rehearse without that expression on her face.

The atmosphere became extremely tense, and Hyomin took Jiyeon outside, telling her that she should just be the bigger person.

Even after Hwayoung’s ‘exposure’ incident, everyone was indifferent towards her, rather than comforting.

After the incident, T-ara went on hiatus to prepare for “Day By Day” and because of events with Davichi and Brown Eyed Girls, I could only see T-ara on TV.

Seeing them on the small-screen, I thought that the girls’ relationship with Hwayoung had improved, but these girls who are all grown don’t want to sit by her in the car so they blatantly play rock paper scissors right in front of her face.”

Post like these attesting to the bullying attacks against Hwayoung continue to surface on portal site community boards, causing netizens to become all the more eager to uncover the truth.

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[Update:

1.) The leader of the dance team has come forward to deny these claims and Kim Kwang Soo himself has also stated that this story has been fabricated in the latest article here.

2.) Police says CCM never filed a report about investigating the alleged back dancer after CCM announced that they had done so. Read the latest update here.

Source & Image: CityDaily, SLRClub, GGTimes

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Petition asking for the disbandment of T-ara gains over 71,700 signatures

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With more and more individuals growing frustrated over the controversy that first surfaced with the controversial tweets of the T-ara members and the announcement of Hwayoung‘s contract termination with Core Contents Media, criticisms have been pouring in for the girl group.

A petition has even been created online asking for the disbanding of the group, with the title, “Petition for the Disbanding of T-ara“. The petition’s description states, “As a group who does not take the stage seriously, and as a group who is taking the lead in the spread of bullying, a big social problem, we ask for the disbanding of this group. It seems the time has come for T-ara, a group who doesn’t even greet their sunbaes if they don’t believe the other artist to be popular enough, to face the verdict of the public. Please dissolve this group.”

The petition has so far gained over 71,700 online signatures with numbers rising quickly.

Argh..... One part of me do not want T-ara to disband, I just want KKS and CCM to shut down.
Then again, I do not like bullies and meanies.. There are not concrete proof of hwayoung getting bullied by the t-ara members, but i guess it is not hard to link. 
Oh I also found out that T-ara will be not be endorsing products in any marketing campaigns as advertisers have terminated their contract or will not be extending the contract. This is a huge blow for CCM I say as advertising pulls in a huge amount of $$$(money) for the company. 
Then I also found out that Eunjung did not attend VIP showing for "I Am A King" whose is supposedly her senior and her senior expected some support. The reason that Eunjung 은정 did not attend the VIP showing is most probably due to the recent controversy between T-ara 티아라 and Hwayoung 화영. This will shatter the image of her, KKS and CCM as this is a very important event.
Another article i found on korean media sites is that a backup dancer of T-ara reported that Jiyeon 지연 has slapped Hwayoung at backstage/back room. KKS claimed that he(and CCM) has reported this to the korean police but the police reported that there not such report submitted by KKS(CCM). Is KKS faking and lying again ? ._________________________________________________.
Another article stated that KKS has met with the parents of Hwayoung and her twin sister, Hyoyoung. The article mentioned that he explained the situation and again re-emphasized that the termination of Hwayoung is not due to the bullying. Furthermore, it stated that Hwayoung's parents were understanding and wished all the best for T-ara and Hwayoung. However, in my opinion, even if this were the truth, I think no one is going to believe KKS as the claim by him of "T-ara accounts getting hacked" are affecting his trustworthiness. 
Then another article claimed that Hwayoung was responsible for Jiyeon's Bad Attitude. It was mentioned that in 2010 Hwayoung did not obliged to the manager(T-ara's Manager) for preparation of their concert then Hyomin gave her a piece of her mind. STill Hwayoung did not listen then Jiyeon came in and went into a heated argument with her. After that, it claims Jiyeon was showing attitude while performing.

Here's the videoWell, what I can say I do not know if this is true or not because neither the members nor hwayoung told the media this. 

As much as i really want to say this. . . . I want to say that i seriously don't like Kim Kwang Soo 김광수 a.k.a KKS and CCM. . . . I am not anti-tara and I can't bear to anti-t-ara . . . I just have a neutral feeling towards them now. . . . It means I do not love them anymore but last time i love them as a hardcore fan . . . Bought not all but most of their albums . . . .

Some related articles that might be of an interest to you :)

http://www.allkpop.com/2012/07/5doll-hyoyoung-sheds-tears-over-her-twin-sister ( 5 Doll's Hyoyoung shed tears over her twin sister, Hwayoung ) 
http://www.allkpop.com/2012/07/t-ara-controversy-cliff-notes-edition ( a collection of the controversy ) 

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Netizens dig up evidence of Hwayoung being bullied? T-Jinyo group formed demanding truth

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Amidst the heated controversy surrounding Core Contents Media, T-ara, and Hwayoung, netizens have discovered further evidence to prove the speculated rumors regarding Hwayoung being bullied to be true.

On November 6, 2011, a post titled, “Being an outcast.. Really is difficult and tiresome“, was uploaded onto Nate Pann, an online community forum, under the username ‘Suk Ryu’ (Ryu is Hwayoung’s last name).

Although the post has yet to be confirmed, netizens have speculated it to indeed be Hwayoung, as it well matched her current situation.

The message read:

Hello. I’ve been contemplating whether I should post this or not, but have decided to write a few things..

The group I’m in is… A group everybody will know just by revealing the group’s initial.

I’m a new member in the group, so it has been very awkward and because I’m also very timid, I’m unable to approach them easily… That’s one of the reasons why I’m becoming an outcast.

The original members must have strongly opposed my addition to the group…

I’m basically treated as if I’m an invisible at the dorm.
But when the cameras are rolling, they would suddenly have their arms around my shoulders.

When we’re practicing… I really feel like I’m going to die.
When I make a little mistake, I’d get criticized hearing things like, ‘You can’t even do this?’ and would get cursed at.

Even right now, I’m alone since they all went grocery shopping without me..
They’ll be back in a few hours, but I want to just forget about my singing career and leave.

However, this is the path I decided to take and I’m the one who decided to join, so it’s hard to do so.

I feel a bit better now that I’ve written this.

Thank you.

Criticisms have been rising for T-ara as more “evidence” is surfacing in regards to the bullying. In addition, a website titled T-Jinyo (“We Demand the Truth from T-ara”) was formed and is rapidly seeing an increase in members by the hour. 

Well, as you read, you can see it sound so much like Hwayoung's situation. If this is indeed true, I will just.... feel.... heartbroken... :( You guys as well as me hopes that our love for t-ara won't be crushed T.T

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CCM’s CEO Kim Kwang Soo interviewed regarding Hwayoung’s departure

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Before I begin, I'll state my opinions in red over each interview questions. If you find them offensive, do let me know!

On the heels of the earth-shattering news of Hwayoung‘s departure from T-ara, Kim Kwang Soo, the CEO of Core Contents Media, sat down for a quick interview with South Korean media outlet Ilgan Sports.

The full interview follows below.

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The press release is a bit vague. It seems to have actually inflated the controversy.

I can’t reveal everything. It’s the least amount of courtesy for the departing member. Please think carefully about who will be hurt if the truth is revealed.

Me: Kim Kwang Soo, tell me why you can't reveal the truth? Are you scared because you are THE ONE who is IN THE WRONG? Okay let's say its to show courtesy for Hwayoung, Hwayoung isn't feeling scared. 

There were reports of bullying. Are the fights between the members a big reason in the departure?

No. The relationship between the members are not a big problem. In fact, once you take control of a team, small problems can erupt. The bigger problem is the hardships faced by the staff members.

Me: CAUGHT RED HANDED! Before, you mentioned that their(T-ara) accounts were hacked, but now you are saying that there are no fights? Furthermore, you mentioned in the full report that the T-ara members do not want Hwayoung to leave. Such irony, I see.

The problems with the staff was also in the official press release. What kind of problems existed?

I don’t want to go into detail, nor do I want to make personal attacks. But the staff were very tired after driving for the entire night and taking care of hair and makeup. There were several managers who cried, saying they wanted to quit. Although the artists are important, I believe that the sweat and tears of the staff are equally as important. I could not stand by watching this destruction of teamwork any longer.

Me: I don't really have any points to argue with this statement. However, is this excuse relevant enough? We need proof, proof equals TALK FROM THE STAFF THEMSELVES.

If you go into a little more detail, would that not quell the controversy?

There were so many issues, but I really do not want to shed light on any of them, so I am keeping quiet. There were many examples of yelling at the members and breaking down the teamwork. How would the T-ara members feel, who had trained for over three years? I hope this issue is not inflated any further, (Hwayoung) I hope you stay quiet.

Me: "(Hwayoung) I hope you stay quiet". Isn't this the same saying as "hwayoung, i hope you shut up"? The public won't look down or anti t-ara if you reveal the conflicts and teamwork problems in T-ara. Because we QUEENS already LOVE THEM, so why should we anti them? We are people who are very understanding. 

Source: Ilgan Sports via Naver

Alright! That is all! Let me emphasize that I am still currently on the NEUTRAL SIDE. I am not taking hwayoung's nor t-ara side. But i definitely detest KKS now whom I once respect for the music and dances produced by his company.

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SBS PD states he will no longer cast T-ara, T-ara concert may flop

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Following the T-ara controversy with member Hwayoung being kicked out of the group, Hwayoung tweeted and implied that the situation presented to the public was, “facts without truth“. This resulted in a mudslinging contest, where CCM(Kim Kwang Soo) retaliated by revealing the dark side of Hwayoung. However, many believe that Hwayoung is falsely being put in a bad light and have stepped up to the plate.

An SBS PD, after seeing the controversy unfold, defended Hwayoung by tweeting that he would no longer cast T-ara.

It seems as though the tweet was deleted shortly afterwards, however it sparked yet another round of controversy with fans now leaning towards Hwayoung being the victim of bullying and unfair treatment.

Due to this controversy, it’s been reported that T-ara is also facing issues with their upcoming concert, as all but 600 tickets to their concert were returned.

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Okay time for my personal opinion from reading this article!
As you all know, Hwayoung's tweet "facts without truth" or in a better way to say it "fake facts", this has sparked the controvery between her, T-ara, T-ara's Staff, Kim Kwang Soo and CCM Music Entertainment to be even more intense. In my personal opinion, I believe something is very wrong. To further support my stand in saying that something is very wrong, Hyoyoung who is Hwayoung's twin sister have tweeted " ............... ". There isn't any claim of this tweet relating to the controversy however definitely it is not hard to link it.
I am having a very confused heart right now, I do not know where to say "YAY! T-ara concert will be canceled!! " or "T-ara concert should not be canceled even though there is the controversy": I just wish CCM would take a HUGE BLOW onto their faces. I think not only me, but you guys(and girls) out there also have been feeling uneasy since last Friday right?
So do you support the SBS PD or not? 

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