KpOp & JpOp 2012/12/27
- YoonA Sends D-5 Message for "I Got a Boy"
Girls' Generation's designated center, YoonA is next to give her comeback message (after Taeyeon, Yuri, Sunny, Tiffany, Seohyun) to ease fans' anticipation for their comeback in 5 days.
She shares that she's a bit nervous being able to show a different side than before, if the fans will like the change and asks the fans to continue supporting Girls' Generation and showing them love.
Their comeback is scheduled for January 1 and they will release their 4th studio album "I Got a Boy."
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- Brown Eyed Girls' Miryo Shows Off Henna Tattoo
On December 26, girl group Brown Eyed Girls' Miryo posted on her Twitter, "This is something I did specially for this concert! With NOVO" and uploaded a picture along with this short message.
In the picture, Miryo is showing off her perfectly fit abdomen with a Henna tattoo and is posing with tattooist NOVO. The tattoo was especially done for the Brown Eyed Girls "Tonight 37.2°C," concert that happened on December 24 and 25. The singer also shaved half of her hair for the special performance as well.
Upon seeing the photo, netizens wrote, "A Henna tattoo as well as a half-shaved head? So extreme," "I should have gone to the concert," and "Looks great Miryo!"
The Brown Eyed Girls' R-rated concert "Tonight 37.2°C" was staged at the Millennium Hall, Central City in Seoul.
- 2NE1′s Sandara Park Confesses She's Fallen for Yoo Seung Ho in "I Miss You"
2NE1's Sandara Park recently confessed she's fallen for Yoo Seung Ho's character in "I Miss You."
On online community forums, Netizens shared a screenshot of Sandara's tweet while mulling over the series "I Miss You." The screen capture was shared in a post, that quickly became a hot topic titled, "Sandara Park confessing that she's fallen for Yoo Seung Ho." The singer's tweet read, "These days, it feels like all I'm waiting for is Wednesday already! I miss you. Haeri! I'm yours! Haeri is Yoo Seung Ho's character in "I Miss You."
Netizens who read the tweet commented, "Why don't you just confess already to Yoo Seung Ho, Sandara Park?" "I think you two would actually look great together!" and "Wow, I didn't know that Sandara Park and I share the same taste in men!"
- Baek Ji Young Has A Natural Look for Upcoming Album Jacket Photo
Singer Baek Ji Young will return to the K-Pop scene with a natural look.
On December 26, Baek Ji Young's agency revealed the singer's album jacket photo for her upcoming project album, in which she will work with the famous pianist Yiruma.
Baek Ji Young has usually garnered attention for her provocative and sexy album jacket photos. However, for this album, she has bared her face and showed off a pure and natural look. Baek Ji Young looks like she's deep in thought and gives off a mysterious and sentimental feel. Baek Ji Young has usually gone for the flashy, glamorous and fierce concept. But this time, aside from a single necklace, Baek Ji Young has no other accessory or make up on her face and body.
Baek Ji Young and Yiruma's collaborative track "Don't Like It" will hold both artists' musical and emotional characteristics. Many are expecting it to be a beautiful ballad.
"Don't Like It" will be revealed on January 3 and the music video teaser will be released on December 28.
- 50 K-Pop Idols Debuted in 2012, 'Which Ones Survived?'
These days, new K-Pop rookies and idols all look the same. It is hard to find a group that sticks out from the crowd.
The 'Hallyu wave' is not as easy as it seems. One does not become famous easily. Rookies have to perform anywhere and everywhere they can to get their name exposed and to slowly make their way up the ladder.
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This year, almost 50 teams have debuted. Out of the 50 or so teams that debuted, only 11 teams made it onto the Top 50 chart.
Rookie singer Ailee has been soaring this year starting with her debut song, "Heaven." She has always been high on the charts and has gained much attention from appearing on singing shows.
Rookie solo singer Juniel also gained much attention this year. He debut song was also used in a famous drama from this year, making her popularity soar as well.
Busker Busker and John Park who both became big after being a contestant on an audition program were also seen high not he charts. Busker Busker had 11 of their songs on the top 50 chart, showing their immense popularity.
Lee Hi, 15& and Baek Ah Yeon gained much attention after their appearance on audition programs as well.
Lee Hi debuted with YG Entertainment this year and received much attention after first being featured in Epik High's new album.
All agencies are hard at work trying to find new methods and ways to have their rookie groups exposed and spread out globally.
Now, groups will not be able to survive by just being like the others. New and fresh ideas and contents need to be created in order to survive in the K-Pop industry. Many are curious for the new rookies that will be debuting next year.
- Kim Bum Thanks Fans for Christmas Gifts
Actor Kim Bum showed his handsome face to fans in a selca (Self Taken Camera Picture) fashioned like a Christmas card.
On December 25, he updated his me2day saying "Thank you everyone for the gifts! They made my Christmas a very special one. Thank you and I love you all!" and uploaded the following photo.
In the photo, Kim Bum poses merrily next to the piles of gifts that fans have sent him with a bright smile on his face. He looked handsome with his styled hair, black leather jacket, and faux animal print patterned scarf. He used a photo editing feature to place reindeer antlers on his head and wish fans a Merry Christmas so they could save the photo as a keepsake.
In related news, Kim Bum joined the cast of drama "That Winter, The Wind Blows" that is scheduled to air its first episode this upcoming February.
- BEAST Yoseob Ranks Number 1 Two Weeks in a Row
BEAST member Yang Yoseob has been ranked number 1 for two weeks in a row.
Today on KBS "Music Bank" homepage, it was revealed that Yang Yoseob's new song, "Caffeine" was ranked at number 1.
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Others such as Psy and Lee Seung Gi were right after him on the charts.
Yang Yoseob's solo debut song, "Caffeine" was written and produced by fellow BEAST member Yong Junhyung and also raps in the song as a feature.
Yang Yoseob was able to show off his own unique talents and skills through his first solo album.
- Psy's Seoul Concert Ranked as Most Watched Live Concert on UStream
Psy's Seoul Concert Ranked as Most Watched Live Concert on UStream
"Gangnam Style" Psy's live concert in Seoul was chosen as most watched live concert this year.
Psy's concert in Seoul this past October, 'Seoul Style Concert', ranked number1 on the live streaming platform, UStream as the most watched live concert this year.
Today, Ustream announced that his concert was watched in over 145 countries and viewed 160,000 times in the 2 hours it was streamed live.
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The 'Top 12 Live Moments of 2012' can be seen on the Ustream website.
- MBLAQ's G.O Beats DBSK's Yunho at a Smartphone Game
On his Twitter on December 25, group MBLAQ's member G.O uploaded a photo along with a short but proud message, "I've got the 'Everybody's Game' as well."
In the picture is the screen capture of the result of the popular mobile game "Everybody's Game." G.O has achieved the first place with 6,560,000 points, while group DBSK's Yunho is at the second place.
Netizens who saw this picture commented, "That's awesome. He must have had played it a lot to get over 6,500,000 points," "Yunho needs to practice harder," "Fourth place is Lee Joon?"
Meanwhile at 12:00PM on December 26, G.O will be releasing the song "Because It Is Heaven," which is the OST for the current SBS's drama "King of Dramas."
- Kara's Han Seung Yeon Tells Anti-Fans Exactly How She Feels
Kara's Han Seung Yeon recently let anti-fans know that she's had the last straw.
On December 24, she tweeted, "Netizens who hide in anonymity and claim to represent the masses, do you feel powerful and all-knowing just because you become part of this group?"
She went on, "After standing by and watching, I couldn't help but say something because it's just embarrassing to tolerate it any further. If you find something offensive, you don't have to watch it. If you don't like it, you can just let it be. Do you always have to express how you feel in order to be satisfied? Well thank you for letting me know."
She ended her rant by saying, "Look here. You're wasting your time when you try to ruin the mood of someone you truly dislike. I'm going to be spending my precious time with good people and working hard, so no need to worry about me. Just think about it. Who is the one that needs a reality check?"
Netizens who saw Han Seung Yeon's tweet commented, "She's right, lately anti-fans have truly crossed the line," "Live up to higher standards. Enough with cursing people out," and "Don't worry too much anti-fans, they like it more when you give them attention."
- Psy to Attend France 'NRJ Music Awards 2013', Nominated in 3 Categories
Psy to Attend France 'NRJ Music Awards 2013', Nominated in 3 Categories
Psy's popularity has extended out to France.
YG Entertainment revealed that Psy will be attending the France "NRJ Music Award 2013" on January 26 in Paris.
Psy will be shoulder to shoulder with many other world famous stars at this ceremony.
Psy has also been nominated for 3 categories at the NRJ awards including the rookie award, song award and video award.
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Recently, his "Gangnam Style" music video surpassed a billion views on YouTube, making him the most watched video of all time.
- Kahi, Han Chae Young and Son Dam Bi Pose for Pictures at Wedding
Kahi, Han Chae Young and Son Dam Bi recently attended Han Sung Soo's wedding, a representative of Pledis Entertainment.
Kahi posted a picture on her twitter page with the caption, "We all look beautiful! It's too bad that I couldn't take a photo with all the other members… hehe."
In the picture, she poses wearing a cozy turtle neck sweater and is accompanied by Han Chae Young, Son Dam Bi and two other girls. The gorgeous girls looked beautiful as usual with their natural smiles.
Netizens were happy to see a picture of Kahi on twitter and commented, "I'm so jealous of these three beautiful ladies," "I want to see Kahi with other After School members!" and "She is so pretty."
- Russia Wants to Produce 'Gangnam Style' Vodka
Russia Wants to Produce 'Gangnam Style' Vodka
From bobble heads to t-shirts, Psy's "Gangnam Style" has become a trademark in the merchandising industry.
Back in August, YG Entertainment registered "Gangnam Style" as a trademark in the US to make various products out of the famous viral hit by Psy.
However, it was recently reported that a Russian-based company applied for the famous trademark to be used on beverages such as vodka, cocktail, and juices.
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In an article from RT.com:
According to Russian patent agency Rospatent, the question of Psy's trademark in Russia hasn't been settled yet. It has reportedly received an application from a Yekaterinburg-based company called "City".
However, the only way for the trademark to be approved is if Psy personally gives his "yes".
If "Oppah, Gangnam Style" is a go, await for the famous phrase to be on drinks. What do you guys think about it? Will it succeed?
- Go Soo and Han Hyo Joo Are a Lovely Couple for "Marie Claire"
"Love 911 (aka Band-Aid)" co-stars Go Soo and Han Hyo Joo posed like a couple for the fashion magazine "Marie Claire."
In the revealed photo spread, both Go Soo and Han Hyo Joo are sporting white knits and sweaters to give off that romantic, winter couple feel. Rather than the wild charms that Go Soo and Han Hyo Joo show in "Love 911," the two actors display an innocent and fresh love image in the photo shoot.
In the interview that followed the shoot, they said, "I think this is the project that broke both of our acting boundaries," and they also spoke about what "Love 911″ meant to them individually.
This couple photo shoot and interview can be found in the January edition of "Marie Claire."
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- GLAM Reveals First MV Teaser for "I Like That" With rookie girl group GLAM set to release their comeback single next week on January 2, they have now revealed their first music video teaser for "I Like That." They are set to make their first comeback performance on December 29 through the "2012 SBS Music Awards" held at Korea University's gymnasium. GLAM are now [...]
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- Big Bang's Seungri Takes a Picture with FTISLAND Choi Jong Hoon
Big Bang's Seungri, FTISLAND's Choi Jong Hoon and a Thailand singer took a picture together.
Seungri posted on his Twitter today, "Came to Bangkok just to see us. We are having so much fun here. Thanks brothers," along with a picture.
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In the picture, the three are smiling brightly at the camera.
Internet users commented, "Seungri looks good" and "The three look great."
- Jung Hye Young-Sean Reveals Reason for Having 3 Cars
Jung Hye Young and Sean couple came out on a show and revealed the reason as to why they have 3 cars.
On yesterday's broadcast of Kim Seung Woo's KBS "Win Win," the couple came out as guests.
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Kim Seung Woo asked them that because they donate so much, many people believe that Sean is very rich. Sean answered first humorously stating, "First of all I'm thankful that people view us in that regards. Maybe it means I kind of look sleek."
Sean added, "I heard from my wife that people have said 'Sean changes his car every several months." He commented that he does like cars, but that is not why they own 3 cars.
Sean commented that his wife and he needed separate cars due to work and they needed one van for their 4 kids.
His wife also commented that Sean's car was one that he bought when he first earned money and that that car is now 14 years old.
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