LittleMissKamilia

Finally found a place for me to express my thoughts regarding this issue! WARNING: IT MAY BE LOOOOONG!!! [hide] Initially when the news first broke out, I thought it was merely just a naive marketing gimmick by the managements to garner some spotlight for KARA before their Korean comeback. Well, now that things blew out of proportions, I finally understood that things are serious. We have to acknowledge that DSP is after all a business corporation and money is the ultimate goal that keeps the company going. Perhaps the reason why the 2011 contract crisis ended was because DSP gave in to their cash-cow, KARA, as their situation then left them with no choice (SS501 just left few months before, Rainbow ain't earning enough). Blah blah blah, months and months passed. DSP still ain't doing enough to satisfy all of them. It is true that Nicole didn't have as many solo activities as the others. To name the obvious, all the four members had an official role in at least one drama whereas Nicole only did cameos and KARA-related dramas. We have to realize that idols are often used in dramas and movies for their popularity, not skills. DSP should have tried harder to get Nicole a small official role in any a drama. It won't hurt trying. DSP have to help arrange Nicole for drama castings before she can even try to audition for one. As to whether she'll get the role or not, it's another question. I do think DSP had tried it out before but they didn't try hard enough? How could trying for years bring back nothing for Nicole but yet some roles for the rest? We should have all watched Nicole's acting and it isn't till the stage that she gets no role offer? That brings us to another point. DSP has been promoting Nicole as 'The America-Born Korean Member which somehow isn't really good at Korean'. Well, at least that is the main selling point of her best-known variety character in Star Golden Bell. The important thing is that this no longer works in recent years. America-Born Korean members and even Non-Korean members are common sighting in groups nowadays. And gradually, this strategy DSP adopted on Nicole made her seem awkward on variety shows and even dramas. Thus, resulting in less demand for her appearances. Other companies promote idols such as Victoria, Sulli, Amber, Taecyeon, Nickhun, Min, Jia and Fei well enough. These people are often seen on variety shows. If others can do it, why can't DSP? It is a huge disadvantage to Nicole as variety shows and dramas are one of the fastest ways to get your name out there. The question this time round is that, what is making Seungyeon stay? I shall omit Jiyoung's situation as of know because her contract ends later and her decision is still unclear. It was clear that Seungyeon was a strong opposition to staying back in 2011 and DSP must have gave an 'extra incentive' to keep her now. Did DSP provide the same conditions for Nicole (and Jiyoung)? It's hard to say, we'll never know. As a matter of fairness, what do you think? Maybe. Maybe DSP is now numb to the consequences of breaking up the members because disbandment is a matter of time. Next year or five years later? Having experienced SungHee's departure and watching groups such as TVXQ and SJ (sorry I really don't want to bring in other groups but-) with members leaving, DSP may see it as a norm. Members of top idol groups do leave and go. I will not blame Nicole for her desire to go solo as a young girl should be chasing her dreams. But it is a matter of fact that she has to carry the responsibility of the name 'KARA' as a group member. Every single one of them does. They all have to be responsible. It may not be a term listed in the contract but hey, it's part and parcel of venturing into this business together as a group right? Thousands and millions of eyes are looking upon you. Once again, I stress that I am not blaming Nicole for her action because for all we know DSP may not be giving her fair treatment. As much as we always say to 'support Nicole no matter her decision', it will still hurt a lot to see our beautiful group missing a piece. If our tweety has always dreamed of flying out of the cage, then release her. It'll do her better as much as we want her to stay. In conclusion, I'm sitting on the fence this time round. Be it Nicole or her mother's decision, it boils down to the same side. It can be DSP's fault, it can be the pair's fault. It takes two hands to clap and there will be no party who is completely of no wrong. Sorry for writing an essay-long reply! I'm glad I voiced out my opinions! [/hide]

DSP spending money to promote KARA on youtube!! just hoping that they will not take down videos!

This is gonna be so cool!! Might get one for my mum! Each member should have their own scent!

OMO!! I'm so proud of Hammie! She improved so much!! Love her low deep voice so much :eyelove:

Wow....did't expect the burn to cause a scar! Hope it has faded away by now!

WOW!! This is so cool!! I think Hara looked better in all except the one in heartstrings and the one as compared to Kim HaNeul...She's kinda to petite for those But i love her in the second and third outfit!! SIMPLY GORGEOUS!! :thumbup:

I need her in Invincible Youth Season 2!! :crying: No new line-up please...

Butt dance, Exit dance, Halo dance... :thumbup: Pretty girl and Wanna is good too!!

Anyone know that date for the teasers release?? EG. MV teaser or Audio teaser....DSP have not said anything right?

THE BUTT DANCE is still my favourite! Followed by the penguin dance and the para para dance >.<

I'm sure they will be able to do it! They work so hard in Japan, i'm sure that their hardwork will be paid off! It would be so awesome if they really managed to have a concert at Tokyo Dome...you girls can do it! Hwaiting!! :eyelove:

Hehe I like this teaser so much!! Love Gyuri's Voice!

I really wanna hear their english voices!! Wonder if Nicole and Hammie will converse in english radomly LOL:thumbup:

OH!! :eyelove: Finally it's here!! I'm so gonna watch this drama Stay tuned to 25th May!!