September 2011
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August 2011
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Sandara Park and CL reveal photos in school...
2NE1’s Sandara Park and CL revealed some photos where they’re wearing school uniforms.
Sandara Park posted on her me2day, “Long ago, there was a Nolza highschool in Hap Jung Dong! One peaceful day.. a student had transferred to Nolza highschool~ It was! Lee Chaerin! Dun dun!” along with a picture.
Sandara Park added, “Chaerin was a charming, and a studious mother’s friend’s daughter!...
[한국 서브] 2NE1 산다라박, 한복 입은 참한 씨엘에 "결혼은 언니들 먼저"
2NE1 산다라박이 한복을 곱게 차려입은 멤버 씨엘의 사진을 공개했다.
산다라박은 자신의 미투데이에 “팬분들께 드리는 선물! 빠밤! 참한 아가린. 할머니께서 성년된 기념으로 해주셨대요. ‘할머니 감사합니다! 츄츄! From 린’ 푸둥한 손 참하게 모은거봐요! 이제 시집갈 일만 남았네 울 채린이~! 그래도 언니들 먼저! 알지?”라는 재치 넘치는 글과 함께 사진 한 장을 게재했다.
사진 속 분홍색 저고리와 곤색 계열 치마를 입고 다소곳하게 두 손을 모으고 있는 씨엘은 무대 위 강렬한 카리스마와는 사뭇 다른 모습이어서 더욱 눈길을 끈다.
사진을 접한 누리꾼들 역시 “무대와는 다른 모습! 너무 예뻐요”, “채린이 할머니 덕분에 눈이 호강하네. 곱다 고와”, “설마 채린언니? 여신이에요” 등의 반응을...
[Eng Sub]2NE1 sandarabak, costume clad in a neat...
2NE1 live La foil costume finely-dressed members of the public had a picture of Ciel. Live in LA, whom his mitu Day “Gifts to paenbundeulkke! Ppabam! Ahgarin neat. Seongnyeondoen to celebrate my grandmother’s having that. “Thank you Grandma! Choo-choo! From Line ‘Look at us gathered chamhage pudunghan hands! Now you’ve got ten thousand cry chaerin marry two! But...
Seungho to perform magic tricks at MBLAQ’s concert
Following Thunder’s concert teaser, MBLAQ’s Seungho has revealed his very own teaser in the form of a keyword: magic!
Representatives of J. Tune Camp revealed, “Seungho is currently preparing magic tricks for his individual stage. He’s always been interested in magic and hopes to develop that interest into a talent through this concert. Through he has a busy schedule, he’s working very...
2NE1 reveals CL’s teaser for Japanese “Hate You”
YG Entertainment has revealed the final teaser for 2NE1’s upcoming Japanese song, “Hate You“, through their official YouTube channel!
Starring leader CL, the clip exhibits her busting out some verses in Japanese right before the chorus comes in.
BoA is back in the studio!
A photo that BoA recently posted on her Twitter suggests that the singer is recording something new in the studio.
She tweeted, “Waiting for my MIC. It’s not here yet,” and attached a picture of herself waiting patiently in a recording room.
Netizens commented, “Simply a goddess,” “She has so much charisma even when just sitting,” “Are you recording a new single?” “I hope something awesome...
2NE1 wins Inkigayo Mutizen + other performances
SBS’s Inkigayo is back once again, and this week’s show was full of amazing and fun performances from the top participating K-pop artists!
The ‘Take 7‘ nominees for this week’s show were MBLAQ (“Mona Lisa“), HyunA (“Bubble Pop!“), T-ara (“Roly-Poly“), INFINITE (“Be Mine“), miss A (“Good Bye Baby“), 2NE1 (“Ugly“) and TEEN TOP (“No More Perfume On You“). HyunA has already ended her promotions...
[Spoiler] f(x)’s Krystal delivers a magical...
On August 7th, Krystal and her partner amazed the crowd with their sparkling performance on SBS’s “Kiss & Cry“!
The two danced to an OST track from the widely-loved animated film, “Howl’s Moving Castle“. Krystal demonstrated her improved abilities by looking poised during her line skating, and she also completed a rotation lift while holding a cane that shot sparks – a reference to the...
2NE1 returns with “Ugly” on Music Core
After a short promotion period with “I Am The Best“, 2NE1 has begun yet another round of promotions on MBC’s ’Music Core ‘with their new track “Ugly” from their second mini-album.
The strong guitar riff in “Ugly” sets the energy for the performance, as the girls rocked out while singing about being completely honest about their insecurities.
2NE1 reveals Dara’s teaser for 2NE1’s Japanese...
2NE1 are in the midst of aggressive promotions in Korea, but they haven’t forgotten about their upcoming Japanese debut!
YG Entertainment just released this teaser clip for the Japanese version of “Hate You“, featuring vocals from Dara. Judging from the intro, it seems like the Japanese version may have a slight twist in its sound.
2NE1 wins Music Bank K-Chart
‘Music Bank‘ is back with a fun and exciting show that was chock-full of amazing performances!
Besides the usual stages, Super Junior made their long-awaited comeback while T-ara begun a new round of promotions with “Roly-Poly in Copacabana“.
T-ara faced off against 2NE1 for this week’s K-Chart, and in the end, it was the latter who clinched the win. Unfortunately, 2NE1 was not present to...
SECRET performs at “Mezamashi Live 2011”
Courtesy of Kanki @ tokyohive
On August 4th, SECRET performed at “Mezamashi Live 2011” in Odaiba (large artificial island in Tokyo Bay, Japan). At the event, the ladies of SECRET yelled out enthusiastically, “SECRET will advance in Japan, step-by-step, together with everyone who supports us”.
The group performed their big Korean hits including “MAGIC”, “Shy Boy”, “Starlight Moonlight” and...
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July 2011
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“As Harry Potter was the only other thing I was passionate about, the doctors...”
– Evanna Lynch, in part of her Dear Mr. Potter letter, where she describes first reading about Luna while in a recovery programme for anorexia (via holymotherofhnng)
;~; It’s so beautiful (via schizofragile)
SECRET’s showcase in Japan to be broadcast live...
Last week, we reported that SECRET would be departing for Japan to perform their debut showcase there.
On July 5th, TS Entertainment tweeted,
“Secret’s Japanese showcase which will be held tomorrow (July 6th) at 7:30pm, and will be broadcast live on the internet. We hope to have many viewers :D“
Included in the post was a link to SECRET’s Premium Debut LIVE in JAPAN — Ustream link.
Make...
2NE1 appears on WWE wrestling show?
Blackjacks have been very surprised from a recent finding of their favorite singers – at a place where they least expected.
On July 1st, the 619th WWE Friday Night Smackdown was held at Phoenix, Arizona and as always, big wrestlers in tight pants were featured in the ring. So what exactly does this have to do with our very own girl group sensation, 2NE1?
Well, some eagle eyed fans spotted...
MBC airs SM Town Live in Paris special program
Last month we reported that MBC made the decision to broadcast a special program solely dedicated to SM Town Live in Paris concerts held on June 10th and 11th at the Le Zenith de Paris. Well, it took a while but the special finally aired through MBC on July 2nd.
The special aired all the performances from f(x), SHINee, SNSD, TVXQ, and Super Junior.
f(x)’s Krystal transforms into a latin dancer for...
f(x)’s Krystal and her partner Lee Dong Hoon showed off their shocking skills.
On the July 3rd broadcast of SBS’s ‘Kiss & Cry‘, Krystal and Lee Dong Hoon laid out a sexy performance to “Livin’ La Vida Loca“.
This couple has performed seamlessly in the past and performed yet another flawless harmonious performance. They showed an overall clean performance, even while completing a variety...
4minute, G.NA, and B2ST named as ambassadors for...
It looks like the artists from Cube Entertainment are about to fly high – literally!
The Korea Airports Corporation named 4minute, G.NA, and B2ST as official ambassadors for their world-class Gimpo International Airport, which handles domestic and international flights alongside Incheon International Airport.
“The dynamic image of Cube’s Hallyu stars match well with the soaring image of...
Kim Hyun Joong draws a present for his fans
As a special present for his fans, Kim Hyun Joong personally drew the stage formation for his “Break Down” performance.
Amused fans noticed that he had paid special attention to drawing out the details of his fishnet shirt, sunglasses, and even his mic. Key East explained, “As a way of thanking fans for the explosive love he’s been receiving since his comeback, he’s come up with a surprise...
Sandara Park introduces new 2NE1 site for Japanese...
2NE1’s Sandara Park recently greeted her Japanese fans on her me2day to give them some good news!
The charismatic star wrote, “Ta-da!!! 2NE1’s new site has opened!!! www.2ne10921.com. I believe that Japanese Blackjacks will like it! ^.^ Ah.. I’m not very good at Japanese TT TT A capable Blackjack, please translate~! (In Japanese) Hello~ I am 2NE1’s refreshing vocalist Dara!!! Everyone~Let’s...
KARA attends Nicole’s “Mango Six” food tasting...
Last month, we reported that KARA’s Nicole joined forces with dessert cafe “Mango Six” to collaborate in a new enterprise with the cafe’s new product line, “KUKI SIX“.
On July 5th, Nicole and her fellow KARA members along with Jewelry’s Eunjung visited “Mango Six” for a special food tasting event where they had the opportunity to try Nicole’s new line-up of bakery goods.
Nicole expressed the...
UEE’s ‘Birdie Buddy’ finally picked up for tVN...
A few days back, it was announced that UEE’s drama would be postponed again, but an official of ‘Birdie Buddy‘ confirmed that it’s been picked up by tvN and will start broadcasting in August.
On July 5th, a tvN official stated, “It has been confirmed that ‘Birdie Buddy’ will be broadcast at 11 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays after ‘I Need Romance‘ ends… The first episode will air early August.”
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June 2011
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4minute’s Nam Ji Hyun reveals childhood photo
4minute’s Nam Ji Hyun recently revealed a childhood photo of herself through Twitter.
On June 27th, Nam Ji Hyun tweeted,
“I took out my childhood photos for the first time in a long time and everyone is saying that I looked better when I was younger. They seem to be slightly true, huh?“
In the picture, childhood Nam Ji Hyun is found with her cute face and eye-smile.
Fans commented,...
2PM, Kim Hyun Joong, and 2NE1 are compared and...
The summer season has just begun, yet there are already huge comebacks attracting many fans with new music, hot styles, and energetic performances. The biggest names at the moment are 2PM, Kim Hyun Joong, and 2NE1.
They’re currently being called the “BIG 3″ and were rated by Nate News in five categories including: catchiness, style, transformation, live performances, and response from the...
KARA’s Hara & B2ST’s Junhyung confirmed to be in a...
KARA’s Hara and B2ST’s Junhyung have been revealed to be dating!
On June 28th, Cube Entertainment announced, “They had a senior/ junior relationship until they began dating. They’ve been dating for about a month now. When Hara was going through some difficult times, Junhyung consoled her. Because of their busy schedules, they’ve only been able to go out to eat and other dating activities ...
Wonder Girls to perform at the closing ceremony...
The Wonder Girls have been invited to represent Korea at the 2011 Special Olympics closing ceremony in Athens!
A representative of JYP Entertainment revealed, “The Wonder Girls have been invited to attend the closing ceremony of the Special Olympics in Athens, Greece on July 4th. They’ll be heading off on June 30th to embark on a congratulatory performance as Korea’s representatives, in...
Song Joong Ki for LG Electronics ‘Cinema 3D...
After Shin Min Ah concluded her contract with LG Electronics “Cinema 3D Monitor“, and actor Song Joong Ki has become the sole spokesmodel for the brand.
The actor recently filmed a CF for the special 3D TV model under the concept that just a small finger snap can easily change a regular 2D TV screen to 3D.
He stood in front of the camera without his former partner and successfully pulled...
A Pink members face stress due to their final...
The time of suffering has come for idol group members, as it is now every school’s final exam period in Korea.
Many of the active girl group members now are high school students, and there used to be some leniency to students with a celebrity status, but things are different now. Excusing a student merely for their celebrity status has been reduced significantly due to recent backlash and...
[News] Super Junior's Ryeowook "Standing On A...
Although Ryeowook was bright and mischievous, as time passed he slowly revealed his nervousness. He appeared to be quiet and humble, but would often suddenly break out with an unexpected joke. His enthusiastic fans, who were camped out nearby our interview location, could hardly contain themselves when he joked with us. As he says hello with a bright smile, one gets the feeling that...
[Review] “I Am The Best” by 2NE1
Not long ago, 2NE1 laid down the gentle and restrained single, ”Lonely“, and while it shined a light on the girls in a way that no one had heard them before, we might as well have considered it the calm before the storm that they were preparing to unleash upon us next.
I’m probably not alone in saying that it wasn’t going to take long before 2NE1 marched their way back to the loud and...
Mnet unveils teaser for ‘2NE1 TV Live: Worldwide’...
Following their official MV release and comeback performance on SBS’s “Inkigayo” for their newest track, “I Am The Best”, the girls of 2NE1 will be reaching closer to their fans with a brand new third season of Mnet’s “2NE1 TV”!
According to the 20-second teaser video, it looks like international fans have not been left out for this upcoming season, as the series is set to be broadcast...
Part 1 of “You’ve Fallen For Me” OST released!
Two songs for the drama “You’ve Fallen For Me” have been released as a great way to get people even more excited for the first episode, which is debuting soon! Jung Yong Hwa and Park Shin Hye each sings a soothing and lighthearted track.
Arirang rates the Worst Idol Star Actors
On June 28th, Arirang rated the top 5 idol stars who are known to be horrible actors on their ‘Pops in Seoul‘ program which has been stirring up some heated debates between fans.
The idol stars were rated mostly on their skills in expressing emotions (facial, tone), pronunciation, and how natural they looked while acting.
KARA’s Goo Hara was rated as the 5th worst on this list and the rest...
Nam Gyuri shows off her new hairstyle
On June 26th, singer-turned-actress Nam Gyuri shared several photos of her brand new hairstyle on her mini-homepage!
She wrote, “Who wants to play with me, even if I look like this?”
Although sporting some lion mane in the first few set of photos, Nam Gyuri was quick to show off a more trendy blonde style in the following.
Fans commented, “You are a goddess” and “You look good with any...
2NE1’s Sandara Park says the costumes for ‘I Am...
While shooting the “I Am the Best” music video, 2NE1’s Sandara Park exclaimed that the members were very frightened of each other’s costumes.
On June 28th at 3:15PM KST, Sandara posted on her Me2day, “Music Video for “I Am the Best” is revealed! Did everyone see it?!” along with a slightly intimidating picture.
In the picture, Sandara is wearing a hat that seems to be made out of a solid...
Ayumi takes a selca accenting her slim jaw line
Currently continuing her career in Japan as ICONIQ, Korean artist Ayumi shows off her slim jaw line, also known as v-line, through a recent selca.
On June 28th, ICONIQ posted up a picture of herself on her twitter along with the comment, “It’s hard to reach the straw with sunglasses on“.
In the photo, ICONIQ was wearing a sunglasses, that covers half her face, with her sticking out her mouth...
Super Junior’s Kyuhyun & f(x)’s Luna to join...
Super Junior’s Kyuhyun and f(x)’s Luna will be joining KBS’s idol music show, ‘Immortal Song 2‘!
On June 29th, representatives confirmed that these SM labelmates will be joining the new corner thanks to their outstanding vocal abilities, which have already been widely recognized by the public. Representatives also hinted at the possibility of SNSD members joining in later as well!
The...
Sony Music to unleash six-member idol group,...
Sony Music has just announced that they’ll be debuting their own six-member male idol group, ‘HITT‘, next month!
HITT is an acronym for ‘Here Is the Top’ and is comprised of members Hayong, Juntaek, Hyunjun, Howon, Wooram, and Jaehoon. As they’re under one of the biggest record labels in the world, they have some of the best help and support at their disposal.
Andy Johns, the vice president...
Mighty Mouth releases comeback MV for “La La La”...
Within the last several days, Mighty Mouth revealed photos alongside models from the set of their “La La La” comeback music video. Recently, Mighty Mouth welcomed the summer with their “La La La” music video featuring Soya!
In the music video, the Mighty Mouth duo and Soya are enjoying their summer vacations by the lake. In particular, Mighty Mouth seems to be thoroughly enjoying themselves...
Girl’s Day releases concept photos for their first...
Five-member girl group, Girl’s Day has released the concept photos for their first mini-album, entitled “Everyday“!
In the photo that was released, the girls are seen dressed in wedding dresses that give off a divine aura, which is further enhanced by the cute and innocent looks of the girls themselves.
“Their first mini-album’s concept contains the images of five different brides, each with...
F.T. Island reveals their Japanese music video for...
F.T. Island just wrapped up their “Hello Hello” promotions in Korea and have now released their music video for their upcoming Japanese single, “Let It Go“.
In the music video, F.T. Island are found wearing all-black as they are rocking out in an all-white building. Simple color panels were used to bring color into the room, livening up the setting to fit the upbeat mood of the song.
This...
T-ara releases comeback music video for “Roly...
On June 29th, T-ara finally released their long-awaited comeback music video for “Roly Poly“!
Unlike any regular music video, “Roly Poly” is a whopping 10 minutes long and was done under a mini-drama format with direction from famous director, Cha Eun Taek. Fit to the song’s retro theme, the music video is about the feelings of nostalgia for the good ol’ days.
At the center are members...
KARA gets the crowd jumping on Music Lovers in...
KARA is the star of the June 26th broadcast of the Japanese program “Music Lovers“, where they performed their songs “GO GO Summer!” and “Jumping“!
The broadcast was filmed in live in Korea, and also features footage of the girls showing viewers some of the places they recommend vising while in their home country. Talento Wentz Eiji is this week’s guest lover.
