Korean Pop Star Arrives For Trial

Korean Pop Star Arrives For Trial
Rain Being Sued By Former Promoter

UPDATED: 4:00PM HST March 15, 2009

HONOLULU — Korean mega pop star Rain arrived in Honolulu Sunday to testify in his federal civil trial this week. Rain is being sued by local promoter Click Entertainment, who lost money when Rain canceled a show in June 2007. Fans arrived early outside of customs to get a glimpse of the singer, and they mobbed the star when he arrived at the Honolulu Airport. Despite the promoter's qualms with Rain's cancellation, fans seem to have forgiven the star for not giving the show.
"Well, it was sad because I bought tickets for the concert, but this is better because I'm closer to him," said Chelsea Toriyama. "I'm not several hundred feet away." The crush of fans waited anxiously, and some arriving passengers were startled by the big turnout before Rain arrived.

"It's kind of sad," said Audra Tumulak. "I would rather have him here on better terms, but we want to show support, show he’s loved here."

The pop star shook hands and greeted his fans while sheriff's deputies struggled to keep the surging crowd under control. A few got to hug the popular singer, and many managed to snap photos. "I was standing in the back, was able to get this shot," said Karen Shinagawa. "He's so cute." Fans were happy to see him, although they are disappointed that he won’t be performing in Hawaii. Rain is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.

Source & Credit: sixtofive1982.com / benamoo / www.kitv.com