The interview shifted over to a very sensitive topic: JYJ.
Calmly, Yunho said, "For two years and three months, I waited for those three friends. Since they're still not here, I figured that someone had to protect 'TVXQ' instead of just continuing to wait. 'TVXQ' was created as a cumulative effort between a company named SM Entertainment, five members, and our fans. In order to make sure it would never be forgotten, we figured that this would be the best way to protect TVXQ."
He continued, "I've always had a positive mindset, but it's gotten a lot more positive now. During that difficult time, I would just grabbed a water bottle and ride around on the seven subway lines; sometimes I even went mountain climbing. I felt a lot of affection for the little things. In a way, those difficulties became a sort of 'happiness' - I was glad that it had occurred when I was younger, so that I could mature from it. I'm not sure whether this path is right, but I do believe that everything will work out if we all try hard."
"They were all personal wounds, and the pain from my 'leader' role was greater, but not once did I ask anyone to 'Listen to what I have to say.' What's already happened is too big for just the two of us to solve on our own. I believe the answer is to just spare our words on issues regarding the law, and to just work hard on our singing and promotions."
When asked about their personal thoughts on the dispute between JYJ and SM Entertainment, Yunho replied, "I just want them to hurry up and come back to TVXQ. Under the name of music, everything was great, but further promotions created a difference in values. Those values are personal problems, and I don't want to go into anything long-winded on that. I just want them to be healthy. The only thing I can ask is for them to come back. The three have crossed the line and have gone too far for us to catch them. I just want them to solve the dispute with our company, and hurry up and come back. It was difficult. It hurt. I felt a sense of resentment against people. As opposed to hate, I was hurt. But I just accepted it all. Honestly, I didn't have the time to harbor hate against anyone."
"Once, I met a little kid and I asked him who his favorite singer or group was, and he replied that he liked SNSD. When I asked whether he knew of TVXQ, he said that he didn't. It may be because he's young, but it felt disappointing because we weren't promoting."
Yunho continued, "Three may have left, but I don't want 'TVXQ' to be forgotten. We have to do well and go down a positive path. Even if it's just the two of us, we have to protect our name and position."
Changmin said, "The media has been creating an issue out of it, and the situation has turned into an offensive and defensive battle. I think it's definite that people are curious for the thoughts from all five of us. What I want to say is that all five exist in this spot because we shared a time of precious hardships."
When further asked whether he had anything to say to the three JYJ members, he simply said, "No."
When a reporter mentioned that the JYJ members stated that they tried to contact them, Yunho answered, "That's not true. We've never received contact. And even if we want to contact them, their numbers have changed, so we might not have accepted the call because of the unfamiliar number. There's been a lot of prank calls lately, it's difficult for us to take every call."
Yunho continued, "It's really frustrating. I hope the media doesn't confuse our fans. It's been so noisy lately, I'm really apologetic to not only my fans, but to my family as well."
Regarding the controversy surrounding their lyrics for "Keep Your Head Down," Yunho stated, "The lyrics are not the truth, so it cannot be considered as a 'diss' against them."
Changmin added, "A diss is criticizing and attacking the truth. The song can't be a diss since there is no truth in it."
Regarding Junsu's infamous tweet, Yunho said, "When I first read Junsu's tweet, I thought, 'He's making a mistake.' I can get over what he said about me, but to use the term 'enemy' against not only our staff, but to our seniors as well, was not right of him."
Changmin added, "To label not only Lee Soo Man, but the staff who have suffered for TVXQ as 'enemies' isn't respectful as a human being."
Both members are currently involved in dramas, with Yunho in "Poseidon" and Changmin in "Paradise Ranch."
Changmin said, "As opposed to just saying the generic response of 'My first attempt at acting was hard,' the six months I spent in Jeju Island was an opportunity for me to reflect. I became more confident in myself. The time spent there filming was truly amazing for me, and despite it being difficult, I'll never forget them."
Yunho said, "The viewer ratings for my drama, 'Heading to the Ground,' may have literally headed to the ground, but I was able to improve myself through acting. I'm working hard on showing a better image of myself through 'Poseidon,' and I'm trying to avoid rushing into it."
When asked about their 2011 year-end plans and whether they'd choose between an acting award or a music award, Yunho replied, "Depends on what Changmin chooses... (laughter)."
Changmin replied, "I don't want to give up either of those. I'd choose for both of us to receive an award from each. As painful as it was over the past two years and three months, I hope we achieve good results. No matter what award we win, I think it'll be very meaningful for us because of the long hiatus we went through to get it."
When asked about how they felt in being seniors to so many juniors heading over to the Japanese market, Changmin said, "Before us, BoA-sunbae worked hard on her own and achieved good results, making TVXQ's advancement that much easier. I think I would've been upset if we worked hard on creating that road and nobody walked on it. Fortunately, SNSD, SHINee, and Super Junior as well as many others are working hard on their Japanese promotions, so it makes me feel proud. I am kind of jealous, too."
He continued, "The Japanese market is not something to be taken lightly, so I'm against people thinking of it as a way to earn quick money. I hope they'll begin promoting from the roots in representation of Korea."
Now that the boys have passed their teens, the topic of dating was brought up.
Changmin answered, "I'm quiet, while Yunho-hyung is a lot more dynamic. I just like playing on the computer and hanging out with my hometown friends and having some drinks."
Yunho replied, "I go bowling with my close friends. I don't like drinking, so even if I do go out to drink with friends, I don't drink."
Right when Yunho 'killed the atmosphere' by saying he didn't have a girlfriend, Changmin piped in by revealing that he had broken up with his girlfriend 10 months ago. When asked about the reason behind the break-up, he gave a bitter smile and replied that it was due to their international promotions. And even if they date, they wouldn't be making it public.
Concluding with a message to their fans, TVXQ said, "We feel so guilty in having you wait for two years and three months. We know that you were all miserable because of us, so we'll be showing you just how hard we're working in order to show an improved image."
Source + Photos: Korea Economy (1) (2) (3), TV Daily (1) (2) (3), EToday , Newsen, Everyday Economy
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