CNBLUE’s Kang Minhyuk is a womanizer on ‘My Husband got a Family’

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CNBLUE‘s Kang Minhyuk is drawing much attention for his role in KBS‘s ‘My Husband got a Family‘, as he is a complete ‘homme fatale’ in the drama.

On the latest episode of the weekend drama, Cha Se Kwang (played by Kang Minhyuk) who has a very cool personality, proved himself to be a skillful womanizer, as he lured Bang Mal Sook (played by Oh Yeon Seo).

Kang Minhyuk may not be much of a faithful man in the drama, but he has been praised by the public for his impressive acting. With a 184 cm tall body and smooth charms, Kang Minhyuk has outdone himself in his role. For a rookie actor, Minhyuk has exceeded everyone’s expectations.

According to reports, Chae Se Kwang decided to seduce Bang Mal Sook in order to avenge his friend. Whether this will lead to true love, has yet to be revealed. Meanwhile, on the 19th episode, Mal Sook presented Cha Se Kwang with a cross stitch, personally made by her hands. However, Chae Se Kwang has yet to determine his true feelings for Mal Sook.

In related news, the April 29th broadcast of ‘My Husband got a Family’ recorded an impressive 30.1% in viewership ratings, grabbing the number one spot among all weekend TV programs.

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JYJ’s Jaejoong reveals his hulk-like biceps

Source + Photos: JYJ Jaejoong’s Twitter
Credit : allkpop

JYJ‘s Jaejoong recently revealed his hulk-like biceps, making the hearts of his fangirls and boys flutter.

On April 28th, the star tweeted, “Three flower boy brothers“.

Through this recent tweet, Jaejoong was able to show two of his best charms. The top photo portrays his masculinity, as he flexes his ultra-hard biceps in an intense battle of arm wrestling. On the contrary, Jaejoong looks feminine and charming in the bottom one, while posing with his best JYJ buddies, Junsu and Yoochun.

Followers were overwhelmed by the photos and commented, “Aren’t you working out TOO hard these days?“, “Woo, it’s getting hot in here, *fans self*“, and “Baby face + Hulk Body, i’m digging it ;)“.

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Jang Geun Suk involved in a car accident

Source: XSports News, No Cut News via Nate
Credit : allkpop

Hallyu star Jang Geun Suk has reportedly been involved in a car accident in Gyeonggi-do Yeoju. The accident took place while the actor and his manager were on their way to Seoul after filming ‘Love Rain‘ at Mangsang Beach in Kangwon-do.

The car his manager was driving had hit a guard rail and the cause of the accident is said to have been due to his manager dozing off at the wheel. Fortunately, the actor was not seriously injured but has sustained bruises and is complaining of body aches.

A representative of his agency, Tree J Company, stated, “Jang Geun Suk was transferred to a hospital in Yeoju. However, he did not suffer from any external injuries and because he had another schedule for that morning, Jang Geun Suk has returned to the filming location.”

The actor is planning on receiving a thorough examination after concluding his filming for ‘Love Rain’.

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Kim Soo Hyun confirmed for movie ‘Secret to Greatness’

Source: Star News via Nate
Credit : allkpop

Actor Kim Soo Hyun will be returning to the big screen as a flower boy spy.

On April 28th, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency KeyEast revealed that Kim Soo Hyun will be acting in the upcoming movie ‘Secret to Greatness‘. The movie is based off a Hun cartoon about a North Korean flower boy spy who lives in the ghettos of Seoul. The story follows his journey after being abandoned by the North.

It’s been reported that Jun Jae Hong, who also directed last year’s movie ‘Poongsan‘, will hold the megaphone once again for this movie.

Kim Soo Hyun will be playing the role of Won Ryu Hwan, the leader of the three flower boy spies. He behaves like a countryside fool, but has the ability to read people. After playing a ‘flower boy’ King in ‘The Moon that Embraces the Sun‘, Kim Soo Hyun will now be playing a flower boy spy for his next project.

With his upcoming movie ‘The Thieves‘, which is scheduled to premiere in July, fans will be able to meet Kim Soo Hyun soon through the big screen.

‘Secret to Greatness’ is scheduled to start filming in July after the completion of the pre-production development and casting.

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Super Junior invites fans for a surprise airport event

Source: @donghae861015,@AllRiseSilver , @elf101586 and Sup3rJunior
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Super Junior updated their Twitter accounts and has asked their fans to meet them at the airport on April 30. Earlier today, Super Junior's Eunhyuk and Donghae posted a cryptic message on their respective accounts, telling fans to go to Incheon Airport at 9 AM(KST) for a surprise event.

Donghae started the invitation by stating, "ELF, come to the Incheon Airport in the morning !! Super Junior will have an event !! You have to assemble in the morning." Meanwhile, Eunhyuk simply stated, "2012.4.30 AM 9:00 Incheon airport."

No other information and details were released for the event, but it seems that the group will be holding a special surprise for their fans. Super Junior is set to return back to South Korea after a successful "Super Show 4" concert in Jakarta, Indonesia.

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Jang Geunsuk resumes drama filming after car accident + updates official Twitter account

Source: Newsen and @AsiaPrince_JKS
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Earlier today, Jang Geunsuk was involved in a car accident together with his manager after filming for ongoing drama "Love Rain." However, despite the minor injury and disruption, Jang Geunsuk continued with the drama filming and updated fans through his Twitter account.

The accident happened on April 29th, with Jang Geunsuk and his manager driving to Seoul, South Korea for the filming. It was also reported that the accident happened because of accummulated fatigue, as the mananger also didn't get any sleep after working overtime with the actor. The vehicle's front wheel was badly damaged after it hit a railing. Both the manager and Jang Geunsuk were reported to suffered from minor injuries after an emergency check up.

Despite the accident, Jang Geunsuk decided to return to the filming set today because of the tight filming schedule. It was also stated that the drama is already having a hectic schedule and any delays would compromise the production.

After receiving supportive tweets from his fans on Twitter, Jang Geunsuk assured them by posting updates on his Twitter account. Jang Geunsuk updated fans of his ongoing filming schedule and proved his upbeat self despite the pain sustained from the accident.

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Winners of the 48th Baeksang Arts Awards

Source: Chosun Online
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The 48th Baeksang Arts Awards was held at the Olympic Hall in Jamshil, Seoul today, and here is the full list of all the award winners!

Jang Hyuk and Song Joongki's drama, "Deep Rooted Tree," was awarded the grand prize in the TV category, while Kim Soo Hyun managed to nab the best actor award for his role as King in the hit drama "The Moon Embracing The Sun." Kong Hyo-Jin walked away with best actress for her stellar performance in MBC series "The Greatest Love".

In the movie category, box office hit "War On Crime - The Golden Age of Bad Guys" took the grand prize, with veteran actor Ahn Sung Ki winning in the best actor category and Uhm Jung Hwa taking the best actress award for her role in "Dancing Queen".

For the popularity awards, winning the most popular television actor award for the second year running was JYJ member Park Yoochun for his role in Miss Ripley, while Hallyu star Jang Geunsuk took the same award in the movies category.

Check out the full list of winners here:

■ TV Category

Grand Prize : Deep Rooted Tree
Best Actor Award : Kim Soo Hyun (The Moon Embracing The Sun)
Best Actress Award : Kong Hyo-Jin (The Greatest Love)
Honorable Mention : The Moon Embracing The Sun
Best Newcomer Award (Male) : Joo Won (Ojakgyo Brothers)
Best Newcomer Award (Female) : Uee (Ojakgyo Brothers)
Screenplay Award : Kim Young Hyun, Park Sang Yun (Deep Rooted Tree)
Most Popular Actor Award : Park Yoochun (Miss Ripley)
Most Popular Actress Award : Park Shin Hye (You’ve Fallen For Me)
Male Talent Award : Kim Joon Hyun
Female Talent Award : Park Ha Sun

■ Movie Category

Grand Prize : War On Crime - The Golden Age of Bad Guys
Best Actor Award : Ahn Sung-Ki (Broken Arrow)
Best Actress Award : Uhm Jung-Hwa (Dancing Queen)
Honorable Mention : Broken Arrow
Director Award : Byeon Yeong-Joo (Helpless)
Best Newcomer Award (Male) : Kim Sang Hyun (War On Crime - The Golden Age of Bad Guys)
Best Newcomer Award (Female) : Suzy (Architecture 101)
Best Rookie Director : Im Chang Ik (Arrest King)
Screenplay Award : Jeon Gye-Soo (Love Fiction)
Most Popular Actor Award : Jang Geun-Suk (You’re My Pet)
Most Popular Actress Award : Kang Sora (Sunny)

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CNBLUE to hold first fan meeting this May

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After wrapping up their activities for their third mini album "Ear Fun," CNBLUE is set to hold their first official fan meeting in Seoul next month. According to FNC Entertainment, CNBLUE will officially meet with their official fan club, BOICE, at Yonsei University on May 5th.

The official further explained that they are currently preparing for the event and are working through the final details of the question and answer session, performances and special surprises. It was also revealed that the members themselves have high expectations for their first fan meeting.

Currently, the band is focusing on their individual activities as Jonghyun and Minhyuk focus on their respective drama series. Jung Yonghwa is reported to be taking a break to prepare for their next album while Jungshin is currently busy with acting classes.

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Girls' Generation's Taetiseo releases "Twinkle" MV teaser ft. Seohyun

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Girls' Generation's first sub-unit, Taetiseo (TTS), has released the last member's music video teaser prior to the mini-album's worldwide release on iTunes this weekend.

Taetiseo first released the teaser for Taeyeon a few days ago, unveiling her new look to fans. Yesterday, Tiffany's teaser was revealed to the public.

Seohyun's teaser is the last member of the unit to be revealed. The teaser reveals Seohyun's breathtaking new look.

On April 29th at midnight, Taetiseo's mini-album will be available online via iTunes worldwide, as well as on the Korean music websites. "Twinkle" will then be available offline on May 2nd.

The title track, "Twinkle," is a medium tempo dance song, reminiscent of an 80's track by Stevie Wonder, and has a funky and contemporary feel arrangement. The track "Baby Steps" is also a medium tempo track with a sophisticated R&B sound. "OMG (Oh My God)" is an electronic-retro pop track with a vintage sound.

Meanwhile, Taetiseo will have their first stage on Mnet M! Countdown for "Twinkle" on May 3rd.

Tracklist
01. Twinkle
02. Baby Steps
03. OMG(Oh My God)
04. Library
05. 안녕(Good-bye, Hello)
06. 처음이었죠(Love Sick)
07. 체크메이트(Checkmate)

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[News] Kim Hyun Joong Set to Break Record in Singapore

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Kim Hyun Joong is set to break the record by any performing artist in Singapore by offering the closest interaction with his audience during his mini-concert on May 4. Originally, only 500 lucky fans would be picked to high-five with him through a ballot. However, Kim Hyun Joong has personally requested to extend this to everyone in attendance, meaning a whopping 3000 fans will now get the opportunity to get up-close and personal with the star! This is an unprecedented gesture from a pop idol.

High-five sessions are normally private sessions that are open to only a small group of fans as part of the fan-meeting package. Fans would either pay a premium fee to enjoy the chance for interaction with their favorite artiste or pray that their lady luck shines on them brightly for them to be picked through a lucky draw. However, Kim Hyun Joong has taken this a step further by expressing his wish to high-five every single member of the audience.

"This is a very special request we’ve received, which proves Kim Hyun Joong’s immense devotion to his fans. We are glad that fans in Singapore will get a very personal touch - pun intended - with Kim Hyun Joong; but we’re also excited that all members in the audience will be part of a record-breaking moment," says Wendy Ng, Executive Producer of Running Into The Sun.

On top of that, Kim Hyun Joong will also be giving away to everyone in the audience one set of the U:ZOOSIN T-shirt and brooch, a cartoon avatar created by Kim Hyun Joong himself. These will be specially made for his fan meeting tour. U:ZOOSIN has sold 50,000 units in Korea alone, boasting approximately USD1,900,000 in sales.

"Kim Hyun Joong 2012 Asia Fan Meeting in Singapore" will showcase more than 10 songs and interactive segments in a two-hour show. Premiere seats, which are seats closest to the stage, have completely sold out. However, fans may still purchase good seats from the Arena and Terrace categories through SISTIC. This fan-meeting will be held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on May 4. "Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting 2012 Singapore" is brought to you by official card UOB Cards, and organized by Running Into The Sun and AMC Group Singapore.

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[News] Kim Hyun Joong Voted No. 1 Idol that Will Heal Your Heart

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Between April 9 and 15, music site Monkey3 ran a poll asking fans to vote for an idol that would heal your heart just by looking at him/her. 1,953 netizens participated in the survey, and an overwhelming number of them voted Kim Hyun Joong no. 1 as their “healing-dol.”

Kim Hyun Joong won by a landslide, taking home 1,044 votes (53%). Those who voted for the singer actor explained, “Just looking at him makes me happy,” “When I see Kim Hyun Joong, my heart warms up, and I feel consoled,” “Both my eyes and heart are happy,” “There’s just no explanation needed. It’s Kim Hyun Joong,” and more.

CNBlue’s Jung Yong Hwa took home the second, while IU, Big Bang’s G-Dragon, miss A’s Suzy, and Wonder Girls’ Sohee followed.

Which idol star would you choose as your “healing-dol?”

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JYJ’s Yoochun reveals he sleeps in only his underwear

Source: OSEN
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Actor and JYJ member Yoochun explained that he sleeps wearing only his underwear.

At the ‘48th Paeksang Arts Awards’ which took place on April 26th, Park Sung Kwang and his Gag Concert ‘Brave Brothers‘ team put on a special congratulatory performance in which they stated, “Yoochun sleeps without any of his clothes on.”

Shortly after hearing this, a curious MC Lee Hwi Jae asked Yoochun if he truly slept in the nude, and Yoochun bashfully responded, “I sleep in my underwear.”

Yoochun was awarded the Male Popularity Award for his performance in ‘Miss Ripley‘, and he remembered to thank the fans who cast their votes in his acceptance speech.

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Boyfriend shows off a classy look in a black and white pictorial

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Rookie group Boyfriend recently gained much attention in the online world through a black and white photoshoot.

In the shots, the six members showed off a look that contrasted from their familiar cute image by sporting chic suits. The juxtaposition of their innocent and boyish faces with the manly and mature outfits created a look that sent many fans’ hearts aflutter. This black and white photoshoot is rumored to have been shot for a large cosmetics company advertisement.

Netizens who viewed the photos commented, “Are they making a comeback soon?” , “What is the photoshoot for?” and, “They certainly matured a lot!”

In related news, Boyfriend recently signed a contract with Japanese management agency ‘Bing‘, which houses major artists like B’z, ZARD, and Kuraki Mai, and will be launching a debut showcase on June 30th.

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Kim Soo Hyun’s trip to London to be featured in ‘Harper’s BAZAAR’

Source: Star News via Nate, etoday via Nate
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With his popularity soaring these days, whatever Kim Soo Hyun participates in seems to generate a buzz on the internet. His latest pictorial for the May issue of ‘Harper’s BAZAAR’ is no exception, for it has drawn much interest already among his fans.

The magazine spread will feature 22 pages of Kim Soo Hyun’s 8 days and 7 nights stay in London. The pictorial showcases Kim Soo Hyun’s manly yet youthful image against the backdrop of London’s landscape, which is sure to capture the hearts of female readers. The spread also brings together his cheerful, cute, charismatic and sexy charms all in one package.

Although the photoshoot had its difficulties, Kim Soo Hyun displayed a professional manner throughout, impressing the staff members that were present.

The magazine also features an interview with the current top star, through which he will reveal his feelings on MBC‘s ‘The Moon that Embraces the Sun’, his current plans, everyday rituals, and ultimate goals as an actor, offering a better insight into who he is as a person.

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[Info] CNBLUE “MTV Unplugged” DVD to be released

Source @fncmusicjapan + cnblue.jp

The recording of the premium live “MTV Unplugged” was held at Billboard Live Tokyo on 31st January this year.

All 12 tracks on this recording will be included in the released DVD.

Release Date:

27th June 2012

Price:

Limited Edition: ￥5,200 ( Including Live Audio CD of the recording )

Normal Edition: ￥4,200

CNBLUE MTV Unplugged Tracklist:

1. Let’s Go Crazy
2. Now or Never
3. Mr.KIA(Know It All)
4. Try again,Smile again
5. Rain of Blessing
6. Teardorops in the rain
7. Y,Why…
8. In My Head
9. I don’t know why
10. kimio
11. The Way part1～one time～
12. a.ri.ga.tou.

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Jay Park to promote "New Breed" in 5 Asian countries

Source: Newsen
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Jay Park is gearing up to prepare promotions for his album, "New Breed," throughout Asia. According to Sidus HQ on April 25th, Jay Park is receiving a lot of love calls from across Asia, including Singapore, and therefore will be conducting promotions in 5 different countries in Asia.

The soloist released his album, "New Breed," this February, in which he began promoting on music shows, and received a lot of love from both his fans in Korea and overseas.

He will begin promoting in the rest of Asia starting with Singapore on the 27th. It will be followed up by visits in May to the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan and last until June.

It is known that Jay Park has been nominated at the Singapore "Star Awards," and has received an invitation as a guest to attend. He will appear at the award show, which is scheduled for April 28th at 5PM local time at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Jay Park will also attend the red carpet event and appear in front of 6,000 fans. He is also set to present a special performance at the show.

Jay Park will participate in various promotional activities such as appearing on television programs, including radio, magazines, and newspapers interviews, in each of the countries he is scheduled to visit on his "New Breed" promotional tour.

Meanwhile, Jay Park has recently been selected as the "R-16 KOREA 2012" (B-Boy) ambassador by the Korea Tourism Organization on April 23rd. He is expected to also be busy with various activities with his new role.

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Super Junior's Donghae and Eunhyuk to release "Oppa Oppa" in Taiwan

Source: SportsChosun and Sup3rJunior
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Following the release of their unit single in South Korea and Japan, Super Junior's Donghae and Eunhyuk "Oppa Oppa" is also scheduled to be released in Taiwan. "Oppa Oppa" will be released as a single album in Taiwan and will feature the track "Oppa Oppa" and the Japanese version of "First Love."

Super Junior's Donghae and Eunhyuk first introduced the track on their World Tour "Super Show 4" and have garnered much interest from their fans since. The track has a modern disco feel and is accompanied by fun lyrics. On April 5th, "Oppa Oppa" was released in Japan and ranked second on the Oricon Daily Chart.

"Oppa Oppa" will be released in Taiwan on April 27th.

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SHINee releases Japanese MV of "Sherlock"

Source: EMIMusicJapan
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On April 25th, SHINee releases the Japanese music video to their hit Korean track, "Sherlock." The group won many awards the hybrid track, "Sherlock," and recently wrapped up their promotions in South Korea. They are also due to release their new Japanese single for "Sherlock" on May 16th.

Prior to the release of the Japanese single, SHINee released the music video. The Japanese music video does not differ much from its original Korean counterpart and also features Girls' Generation's Jessica. In the music video, SHINee is on the case to find the missing jewel, and the ghost of Jessica, the most beautiful woman in the world, guides the members to find it.

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Kim Hyun Joong takes up the challenge to high-five all 3,000 members in the audience, aiming to break the record for any artiste performing in Singapore

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24 April 2012 (Singapore) – Kim Hyun Joong has taken the challenge to high-five all 3,000 members in the audience at the Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting 2012 in Singapore on 4 May 2012, aiming to break the record by any artiste performing in Singapore so far to offer the closest fan interaction for audiences during a concert. Previously only open to 500 lucky fans in the audience, Kim Hyun Joong has now personally requested to high-five all concert attendees at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, a feat never undertaken before at any concert or fan meeting.

Kim Hyun Joong will also give away one set of T-shirt and brooch of his own design, encompassing the U:ZOOSIN character, a cartoon avatar created by Kim Hyun Joong himself to everyone in the audience. This will be specially made for this fan meeting tour. Kim Hyun Joong’s official animated character U:ZOOSIN has sold 50,000 units in Korea alone, boasting approximately US$1,900,000 in sales.

“This is a very special request we’ve received, which proves Kim Hyun Joong’s immense devotion to his fans. We are glad that fans in Singapore will get a very personal touch – pun intended – with Kim Hyun Joong; but we’re also excited that all members in the audience will be part of a record-breaking moment,” says Wendy Ng, Executive Producer of Running Into The Sun.

High-five sessions are normally small, private sessions that are open to a small group of fans to interact with artistes before or after a concert. However, Kim Hyun Joong will be taking this a step further by expressing his wish to high-five every single member of the audience, breaking away from the notion that superstars of his calibre are often put on a pedestal.

Kim Hyun Joong 2012 Asia Fan Meeting in Singapore will showcase over 10 songs, slick dance moves, special effects and interactive segments in a two-hour show. Premiere seats, the seats closed to the stage have completely sold out, but fans can rest assure that good seats are still available across the Arena and Terrace categories.

Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting 2012 will be held 4 May 2012 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.“Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting 2012 Singapore” is brought to you by Official Card UOB Cards, and organized by Running Into The Sun and AMC Group Singapore.

Ticketing Details

Ticket Prices:

$198 (Arena & Premiere Seats)

$168 (Terrace)

$138 (Balcony)

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[News] Kim Hyun Joong Is Practicing Hard for Upcoming Taiwanese Fan Meeting

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Kim Hyun Joong is practicing hard in order to prepare a fan meeting that is even greater than a mini concert! On May 18-19 he will hold his “2012 Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting in Taiwan.” The fan meeting that will span two days is a part of Kim Hyun Joong’s “Asian Tour” which began in Singapore

Currently he is spending busy days in order to prepare for the fan meeting. He is directly taking part in the planning process of the fan meeting and giving different ideas for events. Kim Hyun Joong’s fan meeting will feature 14 songs.

A representative of Kim Hyun Joong’s agency stated, “Kim Hyun Joong has said that he will meet fans one-on-one through a ‘High-Five Event’ with fans who have come to the concert. He plans to connect with fans by making eye contact with each one. He is preparing hard so that he won’t disappoint his fans, please anticipate the concert.”

Kim Hyun Joong’s fan meetings will continue on in Hong Kong, China, Thailand, and Indonesia.

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[NEWS]Famous U.S. choreographer praises JYJ’s Kim Jun Su 12.04.24

Source: Starnews
Credit: En.Korea
Re-post from : JYJ3

Jeri Slaughter, a famous U.S. choreographer, recently praised JYJ’s Kim Jun Su.

On April 24, Kim released his first teaser photo and video on JYJ’s official Facebook account and YouTube Channel. He will release teaser content every week until the release of his album in mid-May.

Kim’s agency, C-JeS Entertainment, says, “Kim will show off his unique identity and creativity. Since top specialists participated, the result will be very successful as well.”

Jeri Slaughter, who also created choreography for JYJ’s world wide album, praised Kim by saying, “He is a triple threat artist.”

He added, “Triple treat refers to a person who is good at singing, dancing, and acting. In the United States, we have Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, and Christina Aguilera. I think Kim is the only one in Asia.”

“Kim has unlimited skills when it comes to dancing. I created hard edge choreography for his song and he was perfect as always.”

Kim’s second teaser for his first solo album will be released on May 2. He will hold his concert on May 19 and 20 at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul.

T/N: Watch the teaser here 

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CN Blue YongHwa and JungShin Graces The “Gucci Club” Event

Photo Source: Various via Naver
News Credits: leesa86@allkpop

On April 23rd, a special ‘Gucci Club’ event was held at the Gucci location in Chungdam-dong, celebrating the renewal of the Italian luxury brand’s flagship store in Seoul.

The Seoul location is one of the many concept stores of Frida Giannini, which are located in fashion capitals all over the world including New York City, Rome, London, Shanghai, Paris, and more.

The Seoul flagship store features three floors of high end retail space, the first dedicated to handbags, perfume, and sunglasses, the second floor consists of women’s wear, and the third floor features men’s clothing and a VIP salon.

Many celebrities were present at the ‘Gucci Club’ event, including the likes of CNBLUE‘s Yonghwaand Jungshin, Lee Sora, Park Si Yeon, BoA, Wonder Girls‘ member Sohee, Yoo Seung Ho, Lee Dong Wook, Lee Jin Wook, Lee Jung Jae, Lee Jae Hoon, Kim Hae Soo, and more.

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‘Love Rain’ full-length OST album released!

Source + Photo: Osen
Credit : allkpop

KBS‘ ‘Love Rain‘ released the drama’s full-length OST album on April 24th KST.

The album contains the song “Because It’s You“ by Girls’ Generation‘s Tiffany, whose fellow member YoonA plays a lead role. The ‘Love Rain’ OST album is reported to have had a record 20,000 pre-orders, showing the incredible popularity of the drama.

The ‘Love Rain’ OST features 12 tracks in all including ”Love Rain“, which is the theme song for Jang Geun Suk‘s character Inha, “Because It’s You”, and Na Yoon Gun‘s “Love Like Rain“.

Netizens who heard the news of the album’s release commented, “Finally ‘Love Rain’ OST released!! I waited so long, and I’m for sure going to put it on repeat,” “Like the songs’ atmosphere, I feel my heart get a little teary as well,” and “High quality OST just like the drama! It’s an OST that fits in perfectly with the lead actors’ skills.”

The 10th episode of ‘Love Rain’ will be broadcast on April 24th KST.

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Big Bang has reunited with famous American photographer Terry Richardson.

Links: iTunes; Google Play Store
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On April 24th at 4PM KST, YG Entertainment revealed that Big Bang’s photo shoot taken by Terry Richardson will be revealed through Big Bang’s official fan club and YG’s official application.

Terry Richardson sparked curiosity when he recently posted a picture that he took with Big Bang on his homepage, and now the full photo shoot will be officially released.

He’s known for photographing many famous stars including Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, Brad Pitt, and David Beckham. Not only does he take photos for celebrities, but he has also done fashion pictorials for brands like Gucci, Sisley, and Diesel, giving him international fame as a fresh fashion and cultural icon.

This isn’t the first time Big Bang has worked with the famed photographer. Big Bang’s 2009 pictorial for Arena, in which he perfectly captured Big Bang’s sexy charm and received a lot of praise for his work, was also taken by Terry Richardson.

At the Arena photo shoot, Terry Richardson complimented Big Bang saying, “I don’t think I can forget Big Bang’s innocence.“ Terry Richardson is known for not inviting just anyone into his studio, but he personally invited Big Bang to his private studio in New York. It is said that when Big Bang came to America to film their music videos for “Blue” and “Bad Boy” that the boys and Terry Richardson worked together on the shoot like they were friends. It might be because they are more familiar with each other, but this time around, Richardson was able to capture Big Bang’s natural image.

You can check out these photos through the official YG phone application and Big Bang’s official fan club.

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CNBLUE’s Jung Yonghwa produces a new song for junior artist Juniel

Source & Image: Xsportsnews via Nate
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CNBLUE‘s lead vocal Jung Yonghwa showed his support for a junior artist.

On a recent episode of MBC‘s ‘K-Pop Stars Captivating the World‘, Yonghwa was featured producing a new song for junior artist, Juniel.

After viewers saw how warmly he offered his advice and counsel to Juniel as her senior artist and producer, the two immediately became one of the most-searched personalities on Korean portal sites.

“Who is Juniel?”, netizens asked as they searched for more information, while also saying, “So jealous that she is close with Yonghwa.”

Juniel was previously crowned the winner on Niji Iro Supernova, the Japanese version of Korean audition program ‘Super Star K‘. Thanks to her musical talents and song-writing abilities, she has even promoted for some time in Japan.

With the help of Yonghwa, Juniel will be making her official debut in Korea towards the end of May.

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[NEWS] Rooftop Prince Sold 100% of Advertising Slots

Source: Sports Chosun
Credit: asian-drama
Credit By: JYJ3

The advertising sales for Rooftop Prince is enjoying the celebration of sold out.

On April 19th, 2012, according to SBS, the advertising slots for episode 7 of Rooftop Prince aired on April 12th was 100% sold out, proofing the popularity of the drama.

Rooftop Prince managed to achieve double happiness by surging to the top on ratings chart on the broadcast of 6th episode, and followed by the sold-out of advertisement slots. Then, the advertising slots for episode 8 broadcast on April 18th, 2012, and episode 9 and episode 10 on April 19th, 2012 which are aired back to back also sold out.

A person related to CF said, “The viewers of Rooftop Prince are mostly between 20 to 49 years old, where the ratings of the drama will rise significantly. The purchasing power of the viewers of that group is considerably higher, thus the advertisers prefer Rooftop Prince.

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[VID + TRANS] JYJ Lotte Fanmeeting-120421

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Translated by: hellyryther of JYJ3
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YC:In Japanese?
MC:In Japanese..or in Korean.Of course we want to hear it in ancient dialects right?
YC:How should I say it Japanese?
MC:Do you like JYJ since you were born? (in Korean) It’s okay if it isn’t in Japanese,Korean is okay too right?
*claps*
MC:From the drama’s scenario.

Fans:Do it! Yoochun!
MC:Using that type of image. But I think it’s just like Yoochun had imagined. Don’t need to act it out, do it just as you are.
video: He’s shy…
MC:He had just practiced saying it in Japanese.
JJ:This kind of ad-lib is good.
MC:Go on.
YC covered his face,video:no!!
YC:Ki! *laugh*
YC:Kimira wa umareta toki kara,JYJ suki nanoka? (Do you like JYJ since you were born?)
video:So cute! He’s shy.
MC:Thank you very much!
video:cut~e
MC:Great..I honestly didn’t think Yoochun would do it.

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Kim Hyun Joong unsettled over controversy surrounding his Taiwanese fan meeting

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Ahead of his first independent fan meeting, Kim Hyun Joong is unsettled by the controversy surrounding the price of the fan meeting tickets.

On May 18th and 19th, Kim Hyun Joong will be holding his ‘2012 Kim Hyun Joong Asia Fan Meeting In Taiwan‘, and the tickets are currently being sold between 30,000 KRW (~$27) to 200,000 KRW (~$180). Some reports in the Taiwanese media state that the fans feel the prices for the tickets are too high, putting both Kim Hyun Joong and the organizing team in a sticky situation.

A representative from the organization team informed OSEN on April 20th, “We are aware that there is some controversy surrounding the price of the tickets. But this fan meeting is different from all the others. Though its called a ‘fan meeting’, it is on the same scale as a quality concert performance.”

“Kim Hyun Joong is actively participating in planning this fan meeting,” the rep continued. “He has prepared 14 song performances for the fan meeting, and has prepared a event where fans can win prizes full of cosmetics from the cosmetic brand he endorses. He is unsettled at the controversy in the local area, and he is planning an excellent event that will not disappoint the fans. Please look forward to it.”

The tickets for this event were priced similarly to tickets for other Hallyu star fan meetings in the local area. The price was also not an issue in Singapore or Hong Kong, where Kim Hyun Joong recently performed.

In related news, Kim Hyun Joong will soon be launching his Asia Tour, starting in Singapore and traveling to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, and more.

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[NEWS] 120420 ‘Rooftop Prince’ sold to Japan, “Earns 200,000 dollars per episode”

Source: TV Report
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SBS’s series Rooftop Prince, starring JYJ’s Park Yoo Chun and Han Ji Min, recently sold to Japan by receiving 200,000 dollars (about 220 million won) per episode.

On April 20, Kim Young Seop, general CP of SBS Drama Center, said, “The series is receiving favorable reviews from foreign countries. Japan bought the series paying 200,000 dollars per episode.”

He added, “A broadcasting station from Singapore will visit the set on April 25 to report on the series and actors.”

“The series drew a lot of attention thanks to writer Lee Hee Myung, who returned writing TV drama in six years. Since the series is a romantic comedy combined with mystery, it could have become a beloved series. We will try harder to make TV dramas for the youth as well.”

The series is a fantasy romance about a crown prince named Lee Gak (played by Park) from Joseon Dynasty. He travels through time from 300 years ago to 21st century Seoul with his men after loosing crown princess (played by Jung Yoo Mi). He will fall in love with a girl who he couldn’t in the past life.

(Note: With 20 episodes, the whole RTP series are sold for 4.56 billion Won, higher than Miss Ripley’s 3 billion won.)

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Song Jihyo and Kim Jaejoong to star in upcoming film, "Jackal Comes"

Source: Osen and Newsen
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Actress Song Jihyo and singer/actor Kim Jaejoong are both working on a new film titled “Jackal Comes.” The film will be produced by Nomad Films, and representatives from their company, C-JeS Entertainment, stated that the first readings for the film will be completed soon.

The film “Jackal Comes” tells a story about a female bar singer who kidnaps a popular singer to try and murder him. The police are dispatched and go through a series of comedic events to try and stop her. The two lead actors fit their roles well and will each bring their own unique qualities to the set.

Song Jihyo is currently receiving praise for her fresh appeal on the SBS variety show, “Running Man.” This film will mark Song Jihyo’s return to the big screen, as she is coming back from a four year hiatus after the 2008 film “Frozen Flower.”

Kim Jaejoong is also getting much love for his work in several dramas and movies. He is transitioning from dramas onto bigger film projects. “Jackal Comes” will be his first time as a lead character in a full-length movie for commercial audiences. Last year, he was praised for his work in the SBS drama “Protect the Boss” and will soon be starring in another drama, “Time Slip Dr. Jin.”

“Jackal Comes” will be directed by Bae Hyunjoon, known for his past works, “Don’t Believe Your Girlfriend” and “Boys Don’t Cry.” The film will be distributed through Lotte Entertainment, and will hit theaters in September and October.

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Kim Soohyun to be the new face of the Korea Tourism Organization

Sources: Korea Joongang Daily
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On April 17th, Kim Soohyun became the face of the Korea Tourism Organization. Given the title of Honorary Ambassador, Kim Soohyun's inauguration was held at the Koran Tourism Organization's headquarters in the Jung District of central Seoul.

It was due to the young actor's wide spread success and fame both nationally and abroad that the CEO of the Korea Tourism Organization picked Kim Soohyun to represent the organization.

When asked about the honor of being chosen and for his new job of promoting South Korea Kim Soohyun stated, "Korea has so many diverse regions, and I believe that there is a place within Korea to suit all tastes. I'll certainly do my best to encourage visits to Korea."

Soohyun has been present in the news quite often as of recent, with his role in the highly successful drama "The Moon That Embraces the Sun""and his upcoming appearance in the summer movie "The Thieves."

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CN Blue Wins on the 20th episodeof Music Bank....!!!!!!!!!

Video Sources: CNTLU, KoreanMusicTV3
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On April 20th episode of Music Bank featured several comebacks by a range of different artists. Girls' Day made their anticipated return with "Oh! My God", and Sunny Hill kicked off promotions for their new single, "Princess and Prince Charming". Ballad group Noel performed "Leaving", and Nell returned to the stage with "The Day Before". Na Yoonkwon and 5tion also held comeback performances.

Unfortunately, two groups also held goodbye stages . SHINee finished their short "Sherlock" promotions in order to kick off their arena tour in Japan, and CNBLUE performed "In My Head" and "Hey You" from their latest mini album.

Girl groups 4minute and SISTAR, who returned to the stage last week, continued their promotions of "Volume Up" and "Alone", respectively. Shinhwa also continued promoting "Venus" from their latest album. Other artists that appeared on this week's Music Bank included Heo Gak, Seo Inguk, EXO-K, SPICA, NU'EST, M4, and more.

X and Y were eligible for the K-Chart win today, with X winning for their latest single, "BLA". Congratulations, X!

Watch the Video below :



SHinee And CNBLUE Backstage



CNBLUE Performance "In My Head" & "Hey You"

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CNBLUE’s Jung Yonghwa can compose a song in just ten minutes

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CNBLUE‘s lead vocal Yonghwa shared his own unique style of song writing.

On the a recent recording of MBC‘s ‘K-Pop Star Captivating the World‘, CNBLUE revealed their dorm to the audience as well as some stories from their every day lives.

Jung Yonghwa who shared that he usually likes to write songs at their dorm remarked, “When I compose a song quickly, it can take as little as ten minutes. However, when I have difficulty in composition, I’ll just boldly throw it in the trash.”

Yonghwa participated in putting together not only the band’s Korean album, but their Japanese release as well. CNBLUE’s Japanese single “Where You Are” written by Yonghwa climbed to #1 on the Oricon Chart, and it was the first time in 41 years a foreign rock band accomplished such a feat. It last occurred back in January 18, 1971, when Canadian rock band Mashmakhan released their single “As the Years Go By” under the name “Two in the fog“. Yonghwa also wrote 5 of the 6 songs on their newest album, ‘EAR FUN‘.

Not only is Yonghwa writing for his own group’s album but he is also actively writing and producing songs for his junior artist who will be debuting in the near future.

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F.T. Island to hold their biggest Japanese tour this summer

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F.T. Island will be kicking off their four city Japanese tour, ‘F.T. Island Summer Tour 2012 – Run! Run! Run!‘, this summer!

Starting June 24th through July 8th, the boys will be traveling through Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka to hold a total of five concerts for a 60,000 member audience. This is their biggest tour to date since their major Japanese debut in 2010.

Considering their past successes like their first studio album, ‘Five Treasure Island‘, selling 37,000 copies in its first week and topping the Oricon weekly chart, as well as their Budokan live concert selling out in two minutes, their summer tour is surely to be a hit.

Ahead of their summer tour, F.T. Island will also be releasing their second album, ‘Twenty‘, on May 16th.

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Girls' Generation announces first sub-unit with Taeyeon, Tiffany and Seohyun

Source: Herald
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After many rumors regarding a Girls' Generation sub-unit started circulating, it has finally been confirmed that Girls' Generation's leader and main vocalist Taeyeon, along with members Tiffany and Seohyun, will be part of the group's first sub-unit, by the name of "Taetiseo," a portmanteau of the three girls' names.

The sub-unit's first mini-album, titled "Twinkle," will be released on May 2nd. Its concept revolves around a fantastic and fairy tale-like atmosphere, where the fans will be able to see a different side of the members.

After their recent participation in different drama OSTs, Taeyeon, Tiffany and Seohyun will be now focusing on their sub-unit promotions.

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