Showing posts with label Korean Showbiz News. Show all posts
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011

KARA to donate all proceeds from new single towards earthquake and tsunami relief

KARA to donate all proceeds from new single towards earthquake and tsunami relief

In light of the recent tragedies in Japan, KARA will be donating all their income from their new single “Jet Coaster Love” towards disaster relief efforts.

A representative from DSP Media stated, “…for the victims of the earthquakes and tsunamis, all of the proceeds from KARA’s new single will be donated.”

They added,“The KARA members are very hurt for the Japanese people and fans who have showed them so much love. They’re constantly looking for updates on the internet and television… They were looking for a way to help victims, and decided on donating the money from their new single.”

JYP Entertainment to donate funds for Japanese disaster relief

JYP Entertainment to donate funds for Japanese disaster relief

One of Korea’s largest and most popular agencies, JYP Entertainment, will soon donate funds to earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan.

The Wonder Girls, miss A, 2PM, and 2AM were all very saddened when the deadly natural disasters took place in Japan. As a result, the company has decided to help relieve those in Japan.

The agency stated, “We are discussing specifics at the moment to donate some money for those in Japan. We will consult 2PM’s Japanese label, Sony Music Japan, in order to finalize exactly where the donations will head to.”

Song Seung Hun donates $175,000 USD to victims of Japan’s earthquake

Song Seung Hun donates $175,000 USD to victims of Japan’s earthquake

It’s been revealed that top Hallyu actor Song Seung Hun has donated 200 million won (approximately $175,000 USD) to the Salvation Army for disaster relief in Japan.

According to the Salvation Army on March 14th, Song Seung Hun directly deposited a donation of 200 million won into the charity’s fund raising account.

Song Seung Hun stated, “It’s so heartbreaking to see what happened in Japan, so I had to help at least a tiny bit, and I figured Salvation Army would be best. If everyone can donate something small, a big positive change can occur.”

Meanwhile, on March 19th, a charity event for the Salvation Army is expected to take place in downtown Seoul.

Kim Hyun Joong donates money to earthquake victims

Kim Hyun Joong donates money to earthquake victims

Actor and singer Kim Hyun Joong has recently donated 100 million won to the victims of the recent earthquake in Japan.

His agency in Japan, Digital Adventure (DA), asked that the money be used in the afflicted areas, and for victims with the greatest need. Kim Hyun Joong said, “My heart hurts so much to hear about this. I hope that everyone can stay strong.” He also said, “Many people are joining hands in this crisis. Everyone, please come together with one heart.”

Korean Stars Donate Money For Japanese Disaster Relief

Bae Yong Joon donates $900,000 USD for Japan earthquake victims

Actor Bae Yong Joon recently stood up to donate to those that suffered from Japan’s horrific earthquake that occurred last week.

Having a high status in Japan, ‘Yon-sama’ owes a lot of his popularity from his Japanese fans, and with a gracious heart, he has decided to give away 1,000,000,000 WON, which comes up to approximately $900,000 USD.

Bae Yong Joon’s company, Keyeast, recently stated, “After hearing that Japan had limited relief supplies and equipment, Bae Yong Joon quickly reacted and donated 1,000,000,000WON for emergency support, hoping for a speedier recovery. The money will be given through the Japan Tourism Agency, who will distribute it to organizations involved in the earthquake/tsunami relief effort. Bae Yong Joon is also very worried about the victims who are in shortage of food and basic living supplies so he has decided to provide food, blankets, and other items as well.”

Bae Yong Joon is not the only actor who is donating money to the neighboring country, as Kim Hyun Joong and Jang Geun Suk, who are also receiving much love in Japan, have decided to give away $100,000 and $120,000 respectively. The latter left a message stating, “I hope that the victims can return to their normal life soon.”