There are going to be some changes in the cast of some Korean shows that I like to watch on KBS World, Invincible Youth and 1 Night 2 Days.The idol girls of Invincible Youth, known as Girl 7 or G7, are going to be reduced by almost half and replaced by new members. Hyuna of 4Minute and Yuri and Sunny of Girls Generation will be leaving after their next taping on May 19, the girls circled in red above. Reasons given are due to possible scheduling conflicts as the girls' groups will be touring and promoting kpop throughout Asia. Rumours abound that Hara, sixth from the left, may be leaving as well because her group is going to be promoting in Japan. this has not been confirmed. Previously, when there were problems with scheduling and the talent not being able to make filming obligations, guests from existing groups were brought in to fill in. I dont see why they cant continue to do that again. It seems like the show has been steadily rising in the ratings and should be given a chance to continue as is at least until they hit they one year mark.
Over the months that the show has aired, G7 has gelled into quite an ensemble. The friendships they have developed onscreen seems very real. They also look like they enjoy themselves during the filming of each episode. Hyuna's forthrightness has endeared herself to me. Speaking what's on her mind makes her stand out even though she is the youngest of the group. Yuri is fun to watch as she rebufs Kim Taewoo's advances and projects an image of self confidence. Sunny has been proven to be the most capable worker. She has shattered peoples expectations of what is an idol. She has also been a joy to watch and her acts of cuteness never fail to win me over.I will miss the original cast members and hope that they will come back to make appearances on occassion. We can all hope the new members can carry on what has already been established.
The other news involves Kim C of 1 Night 2 days. He too will be leaving the show very shortly to concentrate on his music. His quiet demeanor forces him to the background of the other bigger personalties on the show. His contributions to the show are smaller but no less significant than the others. I actually half expected him to be forced out when Kim Jong Min was announced to rejoin the show, changing the dynamics from an even 6 members to an odd 7 members. Kim C's comments about show cancelations during the incident with the naval ship may have put an unwanted spotlight on himself. They will not be replacing him. With Jong Min still trying to fit back into the show, we will have to wait and see how things fare from here on out.
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