KpOp & JpOp 2012/12/26
- GLAM to Comeback Through End of Year Awards Ceremony
With so many idol groups coming out these days, it's hard to be original. But, girl group GLAM has found a way to be the first idols to make a comeback through an end of the year awards ceremony. They are receiving even more attention because they are rookies.
On December 26, a represent from their agency stated, "GLAM will make a comeback on December 29 through '2012 SBS Music Awards' held at Korea University's gymnasium."
This will be their first performance without member Trinity, who has left the group to pursue other interests outside of the entertainment industry. Many are curious to whether they will have a new member and how they will prepare their special comeback performance.
Meanwhile, GLAM will release their new track on January 2.
- Girls' Generation Has Fun in the Snow and Wishes Everyone a Merry White Christmas
The lovely girls of Girls' Generation recently shared photos of them having fun in the snow. On December 25, Seohyun, Yuri, and Jessica updated Girls' Generation's official site with their Christmas messages.
Seohyun first wrote, "This year is a happy white Christmas. I made a tiny snowman with unnies, lied down on the snow and ate it! The girls will be coming back with a new look, so please look forward to it.
Yuri also wrote, "It's a white Christmas this year. I fooled around, lied down, rolled around, and ate snow in the snow," and attached several photos of herself with fellow members playing in the snow. Jessica added, "In Sapporo, Japan, the snow is as tall as I am. Hope you spend a warm Christmas with your family."
- Brown Eyed Girls' JeA Releases Track List of Her First Solo Album
On December 26 Nega Networks released Brown Eyed Girls' JeA solo album track list through their official homepage and the Brown Eyed Girls' official twitter.
Here is a translation of the track list:
- Days & Nights (feat. Eric Benet)
- Street Cat
- While Were You Asleep (Title Track)
- Let's Hug (feat. Jung Yup)
- Silent Stalker (feat. Double K)
The solo album track list contains a total of five songs. These songs were written by the likes of R&B artist Eric Benet, Sam Bakja, Jung Suk Won of 015B, Lee Gyu Hyun, and TEXU. The lyricist Kim Lee Na Ga also contributed to the track lists. JeA herself is named as one of the composers. The solo album is also gaining attention because of the features on the tracks such as Brown Eyed Soul's Jung Yup and the rapper Double K.
Netizens that have come across the news have stated, "Wow this is really the best lineup," "I am already anticipating the solo album," and "I hope that the album is released soon."
A representative of Nega Networks stated, "JeA's first solo album took a bit longer than we expected. This album is a chance to meet 'super diva JeA' as opposed to the leader of the Brown Eyed Girls. We firmly believe that this will be a must have, well-made album because it was created by a stellar group of individuals from around the world. We hope that you anticipate the music that will be created through this meeting of JeA and international talent."
JeA's title track "While You Were Asleep," will be pre-released on December 28. On January 4 all of the music will be officially released.
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- IU Speaks Up for The First Time since Eunhyuk Photo Scandal
IU has recently updated her fans with a Christmas message.
On December 25, IU made a post on her fan cafe with the title, "Merry Christmas." This was the first time she spoke to her fans since the photo scandal with Super Junior's Eunhyuk on November 10.
IU wrote, "How is everyone doing? U Ai Na (IU's fan club name)~ It was so frustrating to shut my door so tightly for all this time. It's a white Christmas. But of course, I didn't go outside."
She continued, "It was so frustrating because I really wanted to write a post. But because of what happened, I learned that there are more things to do than comment on news articles and people's posts when there is nothing else to do," and "My U Ai Na, you all probably lost much weight because your hearts were suffering – I'm sorry. And even though I'm the one who caused the trouble, I actually gained weight so I'm sorrier."
IU went on, "Because today is Christmas! Because this is U Ai Na! I thought this would be the right time? I will just slightly ask how everyone is doing and just disappear again," and "Be careful of the cold, for real!"
Lastly, IU said, "I will open the door to my room soon and leave. Just have a glass of juice in the living room and wait for me," as she promised to actively communicate with her fans online once again soon.
- Rainbow's Kim Jae Kyung Wishes Everyone a Merry Christmas
On Christmas, leader of girl group Rainbow's Kim Jae Kyung posted on her me2day, "Have a happy Christmas everyone. Merry Christmas," and uploaded a picture of herself with this short message.
In the picture, the singer is holding a long chocolate cake that said "Merry Christmas" and making a big smile for the camera. By using a photo editing phone application, Kim Jae Kyung used a special technique to make her picture look more Christmasey with falling snow. She also added the phrase "Merry Christmas" on the photo as well.
Netizens who saw the picture look, "Merry Christmas to you too Jae Kyung," and "A flawless close-up picture."
Just a day before on December 24, Kim Jae Kyung celebrated her 25th birthday.
- YG Entertainment's 2013 Line Up, 'New Weapons'
YG Entertainment was a hit this year with many artists gaining much attention. From Psy to Big Bang, YG had a successful 2012.
YG is getting prepared for their new rookie groups for next year. This will also be the first time they are releasing a boy group after Big Bang.
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Many people are excited for YG's new debut because they are the agency that releases new rookie groups the least.
This year, they only released one rookie, Lee Hi, who became a hit with her debut song.
Next year, YG will be releasing a boy group and a girl group, making everyone excited to see what style and music they will come out with.
An official commented that YG rookie groups receive 3 years of training, making them a very skilled and well rounded group before debut.
Due to their care and support, the agency is seen more as a family then a company. Many fans are anticipating 2013 for YG Entertainment.
- Who are the New Rookies for 2013? 'Hard at Work'
News about new rookies for the upcoming year have been revealed.
Most agencies are working hard to release new rookie groups for the upcoming year. Let's take a look at some of the groups to look out for.
YG Entertainment recently released teaser images of their new girl group that is to debut next year. They still have not confirmed the members as of now.
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YG will also be debuting Kang Seung Yoon from "Superstar K2."
Roy Kim will also be releasing an album next year as well.
Bang Shi Hyuk producer, who released GLAM this year, will also be releasing a new boy group as well.
Pledis Entertainment will be debuting a 17 member boy group next year.
DSP Media will also be revealing a 'little Kara' next year as well.
Other agencies are also working hard to bring out the best rookies for next year.
- Park Jin Young Tweets about Netizen who Harassed Suzy
A netizen tweeted photos to miss A's Suzy of her her cardboard cut-out getting sexually violated by a man. This became a huge issue in online communities, and JYP Entertainment has decided to take the case to court.
Regarding his affiliated artist, Park Jin Young tweeted, "I pity him. All men are pure, yet wrong actions must be punished. Why would he do anything like that to a young girl? Perhaps he, himself is in pain that he wants to violate others to forget about his own pain. What a poor person. I pity him," on December 24
Meanwhile, in the tweeted pictures, Suzy is inappropriately touched, and the man mounts on a cardboard of Suzy, depicting him having sex with the celebrity. Considering Suzy's minor age, JYP Entertainment reported the netizen to the Cyber Terror Response Center.
- [Outside Seoul] Everything I Need to Know, I Learned from Korean Drama
Anyone that's watched more than a few K-Dramas will get some serious giggles from this post. Enjoy this week's life lessons from our special guest blogger from Outside Seoul.
When I first started watching Korea dramas more than a year ago, I never would have guessed how much the genre would have to teach me. Below is a brief accounting of its indispensable wisdom.
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Ramen will make your face puffy. (But it's worth it.)
Noble idiocy is the fourth leading cause of death in Korea, after cancer, dangerous intersections, and constipation.
In spite of a global population skewed toward females, every relationship begins as a love triangle between two men and one woman.
If there's a pool, someone will almost drown in it.
If there's a glass of water, it will be thrown in someone's face.
No matter where you go or what you do, your first love will find you. (Especially if you met as children and were then tragically separated. Then there's really no escape.)
Brooding is best done in the shower.
Prosecutor Princess: I feel your pain, Park Shi Hoo, but I'd rather feel your abs.
The primary purpose of flower pots is hitting people on the head. The secondary purpose of flower pots is potting flowers.
Most "off" buttons on cell phones don't actually work; to be sure no calls come through, you must remove the phone's battery.
Twenty is the new sixteen.
After dark, it's fine to drink your body weight in soju. Drinking as much as a sip before the sun sets, though, is an indication of a serious drinking problem.
Tying your head-towel in the most complicated way possible is key to fitting in at the sauna.
Gravity in Korea has a very special property not seen in other nations: any falling human being will inevitably fall onto the lips of another human being.
There are two kinds of noribang singers: the laughably bad and the Kpop-idol good.
Protect the Boss: Exhibits A and B.
Approximately one third of all Koreans own their own department store or upscale hotel. The other two-thirds make a living by delivering milk and sewing on doll's eyes.
A meal without rice is not a meal.
Always insist on a blood test before the wedding. Odds are in the upper 40 percent range that your husband-to-be is also your brother.
In Korea, it's impossible to leave your house without seeing a dramatic public declaration of love.
The state of a person's lips is an important indicator of their well-being. Shiny lips means they're about to be kissed. Pale lips mean they're sick. Pale and cracked lips mean they're dying.
No blind date in the history of the world has ever resulted in marriage.
If someone says "You're not making trouble, are you?," say yes. If you're talking to an American, they'll assume that you are making trouble and are therefore fun to be around. If you're talking to a Korean, they'll assume that you're not making trouble and are therefore a valuable member of society.
The smaller your face, the more attractive you are. (Say Korea and Beetlejuice.)
Never give shoes to someone you like, or you'll have to spend the next three episodes talking about how you shouldn't have given shoes to someone you like.
Forehead kisses are PG-13.
Boys over Flowers: "Are you crazy, Ji Hoo? There are children here."
Have a bad day? No problem. Just go to the hospital for an IV drip of some nameless fluid, no questions asked, no reasons given.
Korea is comprised of three locations: Seoul, Busan, and Jeju.
Your forehead is the second most logical place to crack the shell of your hardboiled egg. (Your friend's forehead is the first most logical.)
Nosebleeds mean certain death or tragic overwork.
All Koreans have giant framed photos of themselves on hand at all times, just in case they die suddenly.
Two classes of people use mini-vans: Celebrities and kidnappers.
Flawless skin is only as far away as the nearest paper face mask and sliced cucumber. (Unfortunately, that's very far.)
Adding "yo" at the end will solve all your problems.
Hospitalized people are very easily confused, which is why "hospital" should always be written on their clothes in at least one language.
At any given moment, most of Korea's adult population is studying abroad.
The best kimchi comes from unrefrigerated jars stored in the backyard.
Fermentation Family: "Let me get this straight. We're going to eat produce that has been out here how long?"
The ultimate signs of true love are: unsolicited sharing of earbuds, straightening of discarded shoes, and couples pajamas.
In every story, there's a second lead. Don't be it.
If you're good, hardworking, and kind, you will always win in the end. Or die.
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- Couple Photo of Song Hye Gyo and Tony Leung for Their Upcoming Chinese Movie Is Released
On December 24, a new still from the upcoming Chinese Movie "The Grandmasters" was released. "The Grandmasters" has been directed by the well-known director Wong Kar-wai and is to tell the story of the legendary martial arts grandmaster Yip Man.
In the picture is actor Tony Leung as Yip Man and the Korean actress Song Hye Gyo as his wife. Song Hye Gyo is wearing a beautiful traditional Qipao and is leaning against Tony Leung intimately. With their peaceful expressions, they look like a real loving couple.
Song Hye Gyo has already shown a sample of her elegance in the movie teaser that was released previously.
Meanwhile "The Grandmasters," which took three years to complete, will be released in China on January 8, 2013.
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- Drama "Queen Seon Duk" Is Found Guilty of Plagiarism Three Years After Its Broadcast
MBC's drama "Queen Seon Duk," which was aired in 2009, was recently found guilty of plagiarism in court. In 2010, MBC was sued by the producers of the musical "Queen of Rose of Sharon, Seon Duk." As a result, total fine of approximately $186,000 USD was charged. In addition, any additional reruns on cable TV and internet, and the making of DVD and related books were banned.
"Queen Seon Duk" was an exceptionally successful drama that achieved 43.6% rating, therefore entering the top 10 most watched drama and generating over $50,000,000 USD.
The court announced, "We found that the plaintiff was indeed the original developer of the musical, books, and exhibition of the story of 'Queen Seon Duk.' When MBC contacted the plaintiff for research purposes, it is most likely that they have used many of the major details from the musical script."
The court also added, "The scripts were not exactly the same, but many similarities were found in the overall summary, the character details, and the events."
- Joo Won Will Act Special Bridal Mask Performance at "2012 KBS Drama Acting Awards"
On December 25, an official from KBS announced, "Actor Joo Won will be re-enacting the unforgettable scene from the drama 'Bridal Mask' at the '2012 KBS Drama Acting Awards.'"
Joo Won has gained a lot of popularity from playing the main role in the recent beloved drama "Bridal Mask."
The scene from the "Bridal Mask" Joo Won plans to perform involves people wearing the bridal masks and shouting, "Hooray for the Independence to Korea." The OST "Judgement Day," which was sung by Joo Won himself, will also be part of this performance. A choir and the famous tenor singer Lee Jung Hyun will appear as special guests as well.
Meanwhile, '2012 KBS Drama Acting Awards' will be aired on December 31, 2012.
- B.A.P Wishes Fans a Merry Christmas with Handwritten Letters
On December 24 on the official fan café, B.A.P's agency TS Entertainment released the Christmas letters written by the members.
Each member showed off unique and creative penmanship. The neatest writing was done by Him Chan, who had already received attention previously for his clean handwriting. Leader Bang Yong Guk also showed off equally well-done penmanship, while Jong Up displayed his creative side by drawing in a Christmas tree.
On the other hand, Zelo and Young Jae's writings were found to be rather scribbly unlike their immaculate and cool appearances.
Meanwhile, rookie group B.A.P has been receiving a lot of attention due to their talents and growing number of loyal fans. They have received numerous rookie awards this year, and are currently recognized as the up-and-coming artists not only in Korea but also in Germany as well.
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- Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from VCinema!
We're not exactly sure what Santa is going to do with Kewpie in this Meiji-era picture from Japan, but we here at VCinema want to take the time to wish all of our readers and listeners a Merry Christmas and happy holidays.
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