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    TVXQ renews contract with SM Entertainment for the 22nd year!

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  • Koreaboo
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  • Koreaboo
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  • Koreaboo
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    Sulli's Brother Reveals Truth About IU's Friendship with Kim Soo Hyun

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  • Koreaboo
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  • Koreaboo
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