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Sunday, September 4, 2011

[News] Third Date Added to Girls' Generation's Concert in Taiwan

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The "2011 GIRLS' GENERATION TOUR" is set to descend upon Taiwan on September 10 and 11, and the demand for tickets was extremely high, as all 20,000 seats have been sold out for some time. Fans have been frustrated by the difficulty in finding tickets, but now it appears that there will be another opportunity to secure seats for a concert.



According to the Taiwanese Superdome event website, a third concert date has been added on September 9, from 7:30pm to 10:30 pm. According to Superdome, ticket sales will follow the same procedure as for the first two concert dates, with priority orders beginning on August 27 at convenience stores in Taiwan before sales to the general public open on August 28.

Source: Superdome
Written by: michaelroni@soshified.com


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[News] Jay Park goes blonde for High Cut Korea

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The new edition of High Cut’s Volume 59 featured the tight-abs and tat-loving Jay Park (박재범) where he donned in simple and light outfits which focuses more on his attitude and tattoos. Jay also dyed his showed his new dye job and he looked amazing as a blonde. Guys, take a cue on how you can rocked blonde with simple outfits as being a blonde can be outstanding.

Jay talked about his ink, being a fan boy of 2NE1, SBS’s Running Man and much more. This issue of High Cut would be out on stands on August 18th, so do grab it.



Source: kokoreano




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[News] Super Junior’s Choi Siwon says he looks up to Jung Woo Sung

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Super Junior’s Choi Siwon appears on 23rd’s episode of SBS’s Gang Heart, where he says that he will be as competent as actor Jung Woo Sung some day.

Choi Siwon revealed his respect for Jung Woo Sung, saying, “Jung Woo Sung and I were good buddies while we filmed the drama series Athena. Jung Woo Sung manages to look as if he is taking photo shoots even when he is walking, and he always manages to say things that might be said on a movie.”

Other members of Super Junior supported Choi Siwon, saying that Choi is just as good as Jung Woo Sung and that he could look like he is posing for a photo shoot just as often.

Meanwhile, actor Choi Min Su, Sung Hoon, Song Kyung Cheol, and actress Im Soo Hyang also appeared on the episode.

Translated by pretzyc2h@korea.com

Source: TVdaily




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Saturday, September 3, 2011

[News] 4minute’s album Heart To Heart seems to become a big hit in Japan

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4minute’s album Heart To Heart draws a lot of interest in Japan as it has in Korea.

On August 23, Japan Sankei Sports reported, “4minute began their singing activities in Japan on May last year, and they plan to release their album Heart To Heart on September 7. It is a Japanese version of their album which was released in Korea on March. 4minutes’ music is different to the music of SNSD or Kara in a certain way. Their songs are compelling and energetic.”

Meanwhile, 4minute plan to perform at United Cube In Japan concert on the 25th, which will occur in Tokyo.

Translated by pretzyc2h@korea.com

source: TVreport



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[News] Sungkyunkwan Scandal’ and‘Giant’, Best Drama Awards of The 38th Korean Broadcasting Awards

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It was revealed on the 23rd that Best Drama Awards of The 38th Korean Broadcasting Awards go to KBS >, EBS , and other 27 broadcasting programs from 31 sectors. Personal Awards go to the late Yeo Woon Kye-nim (Merit Award) and other 24 persons.

(Part unrelated to SKKS omitted)

Source: Herald
Translation: @The_little_pear of JYJ3
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[News] Donghae to cancel trip to Taiwan due to injury

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Popular Korean idol group Super Junior's Donghae, who was initially scheduled to come to Taiwan on the 24th in order to promote the "Super Show 3 - Super Junior 3D Concert Movie" that would be screened, has unexpectedly cancelled his plans. The record company expressed that because Donghae had sustained an injury while filming a program in Korea, he was advised by the doctors to take a break after much deliberation, and was forced to cancel his trip to Taiwan.

Donghae was initially supposed to make a quick 7-hour visit to Taiwan, and participate in the press conference for the movie's premiere as arranged by his record company, but because Donghae's injuries weren't able to be healed in a short period of time, his Korean management company held an emergency discussion with the Taiwanese record company, and had decided to cancel his promotional activities in Taipei this time. AVEX Taiwan reiterated that although the press conference was cancelled, but the premiere of the movie would go on as planned.


Source: Yahoo Taiwan
Translated by eternalsnow @ SJ-WORLD.NET
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[News] Kara flutters Japanese participants’ hearts at K-pop dance festival

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The K-pop Cover Dance Festival, which improves communications among K-pop fans around the world, will be held in mid September. The girl group Kara will give a performance as a guest at the final preliminary stage in Japan.

The participants of the festival are to reenact performances of K-pop singers and the judges will evaluate their performances. Fans around the world, including Asia, the United States, and Russia, will go through preliminary stages before they appear at the world contest which will be held in Korea in October.

Japanese participants will be anticipating Kara’s performance.

Source: Newsen

Translated by Hannah@korea.com



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Friday, September 2, 2011

[News] Changmin is Kim Hee Chul’s Devotee

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TVXQ’s Choikang Changmin has proved that he’s a devotee of Super Junior’s Kim Hee Chul.

On the 12th, Super Junior’s Kim Hee Chul introduced Choikang Changmin as a ‘fervent Kim Hee Chul devotee’ on his personal Twitter account.

Kim Hee Chul said, “Shim Changmin has bright and untainted eyes that a devotee of this being should have. If you shorten what you call a true Kim Hee Chul devotee into four syllables, it’s Shindorim Yeok(Station).”

In the photo that was posted with the tweet, Choikang Changmin is seen staring into the camera with wide eyes as he holds a CD titled ‘Baby Hee game’. As the cover of the gaming CD that Choikang Changmin is holding features the steamed bun character that Kim Hee Chul likes to use, it can be predicted that either he or his fans made it.

Netizens commented, “He really is the universe’s top star. Even TVXQ are his devotees”, “The CD makes me laugh!” and “I’m left speechless by Choikang Changmin’s beauty.”

Source: [bnt news]

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Thursday, September 1, 2011

[NEWS] Even Freckles Suit Infinite's L

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The most handsome members from the hottest idol groups gathered together.

In lifestyle magazine "Singles" September issue, there will be a feature with them wearing makeup called "The new males have come."

Infinite's L, Ze:A's Dongjoon and B14A's Gongchan were selected as the best looking and romantic out of flower-boy idol groups by nuna fans. In the feature, they showed off their purity and sexiness, and also their delicate manly charisma.

Filmed in August in a studio in Kangnam, Infinite's L looked good in freckles. His cute smile and sexy smoky eyeliner showing off a contrasting look.

Ze:a's Dongjoon showed a pure yet tough manly image after just getting out of the shower. B14A's Gongchan showed off his genuine charisma and his mature male face.

People at the feature filming said, "All 3 boys had fun filming and left a positive impression. They are becoming professional models. They are lacking nothing to be called 'new males.'"

You can see the photoshoot at the Singles homepage (www.thesingle.co.kr) under the Singles September issue.


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[News] Former U-Kiss' Member, Kibum's MC Comeback 'Dreams do come true'

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Former U-Kiss member to entrepreneur, Kim Kibum, has joined cable channel GTV 'Dream Maker' as an MC.

Kibum and SS501's Kim Hyung Jun has teamed up to create a character company, HnB Company. It has had a successful launch with Piro Piro.

He will be a main MC to the show Dream Maker which is about mentors providing support and opprtunities for people to achieve their dreams.

Dream Maker chose its final 5 participants on the 26th of July with Kibum, Lady Jane, Kim Hoyoung, Gwak Hyunhwa, Gubonhyung and Moon Cheonsik.

The project, 'Dream Maker', where young people meet their dreams, had broadcasted on the 17th of August, 10:30PM.

Credits: kissmeukiss + NTN + onlyukiss + evermorekibum (translations)


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Tuesday, August 30, 2011

[NEWS] Article Based on No Facts Whatsoever Covers Existence of a Theory of 5VXQ Reunification

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The below Korean article deals with a Japanese article that is the quintessential false gossip column based on absolutely nothing more than perhaps the writer’s musings ^^. Read on to see how the article is based on absolute no facts and also attempts to bring in unrelated and incorrect assumptions to insinuate support. An excellent example of how to write an article that ruins the reputation of the publication.

Japan Surprise Report: “A Possibility that TVXQ Revives as 5-Member Group Next Year?”

A report that raises the possibility of the rebirth of the group TVXQ as 5 has come out in Japan. Although this is not an article that bases itself on accurate facts, because TVXQ enjoys explosive popularity in Japan also, the Japanese fans are showing high interest.

The Japanese weekly publication Shukan Post quoted an article in Women Seven which is a medium that specializes in gossip of celebrities and reported: “There is some movement that TVXQ will be reborn as a 5-member group in Korea next year.”

The magazine first relayed that JYJ’s Jaejoong has written on his Twitter on the 26th of last month that “I am not sure whether I can say this, but I want to meet Yunho and Changmin” and that this adds to the possibility of the revival of the 5-member group. (T/N: This is wrong. Jaejoong wrote that he misses Yunho and Changmin, not that he wishes to meet them or see them.)

The analysis is that after the 5-member TVXQ announced its cessation of activities last April, they have split into 2-member and 3-member groups and are undergoing legal suits, but because the friendship between the members are still good, the possibility to reunite is open, as much as you would like. (T/N: On the contrary, Jaejoong and the members of 2VXQ have not seen each other since the lawsuit.)

The magazine then hinted at the possibility of the revival of the 5-member TVXQ by borrowing the words of a broadcast personality who is said to live in Korea. This broadcast personality said: “In fact, recently there is theory that the 5-member TVXQ will be revived, limited to Korea. I think that the K-pop boom which TVXQ brought in is now, on the opposite, inducing the return of TVXQ as a 5-member group.”

When the article was published, Japanese fans are showing high interest. In fact, in Shukan Post on the morning of 17th currently, the said article is on the top of the most-read article.

But unfortunately, the possibility that TVXQ will reunite is until now not very high.

A close affiliate of TVXQ refused to give an official answer, saying: “The said report is nothing more than a coverage of a theory that there is a possibility of reunification. Because it has not based itself on any kind of facts, our situation is that there is nothing that can we can even respond towards.” An entertainment affiliate said: “Even in Korea there is no talk of reunification, so it is surprising that in Japanese media such a report has come out.”

We would comment more on this but the final paragraph does the job… The Japanese article is based on absolute no correct facts and is literally a coverage of a baseless conjecture. Hard to believe that anyone with a mind that demands logic for function would take it seriously.

Source: KookiNews
Translation Credit: JYJ3

note: written in blue are not part of the article, translator's comments.



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Sunday, August 28, 2011

[NEWS] SOME SAY TO TEEN TOP: “I'M CONFUSED WITH YOU GUYS AND INFINITE”

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Recently, Teen Top and Dal★shabet are at the center of attention among “idol” groups.

Teen Top debuted last year in July with “Clap” and attracted attention with its singing skills and great performances despite of its average age of members, which is only 17. Dal★shabet debuted in January with songs by great producer, E-tribe, and is known as the most active girl group.

Lately, Teen Top marked 400th day since its debut.

As the youngest “idol” group ever, Teen Top became a hot topic when it debuted. Its members are still young, but those who saw the group’s performance say in one voice that they have great singing skills and give outstanding performances for their age.

So far, Teen Top released “Clap,” “Supa Luv,” and “No More Perfume On You” with refreshing and fun performances.

Now we are becoming more comfortable on the stage. We even tend to enjoy it. We think that performances reflect efforts behind them. We try to give everything we’ve got on stage,” says Teen Top.

The cheerful pop song “No More Perfume On You” tells a story of a teenager boy, who has a girlfriend, dating older woman. The song is about a bad guy who has romance over dating older and more fashionable young woman. As we are teenagers, we could easily get into the song.

Actress Park Si Yeon featured in the music video of “No More Perfume On You” as the “older woman” character. Chun.G played the male leading character that falls for older woman, but he could not even make an eye contact with Park because he was embarrassed. But Park led a comfortable atmosphere and the shooting went well. Members showed their gratitude by giving her a perfume, which is contradictory to the title of their song.

Teen Top also said that they like Miss A which is known for its powerful performances and restrained dance moves. “We love their songs and dances. We were so glad when Miss A said that they wanted to perform with us.”

Unfortunately, Teen Top has a rival group that has similar debut date: Infinite. Infinite gives out outstanding performances and shows off great singing skills. Some say, “I get confused with Teen Top and Infinite,” and Teen Top reply, “We should give more effort!

Source: Sportsseoul from Nate
Translation: hannacha@korean.com

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[NEWS] SG Wannabe holds a phenomenal concert in Japan

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On August 19 to 20, SG Wannabe held a concert SG Wannabe 2001 2nd Concert — Road in Nakano Sun Plaza in Tokyo.

To celebrate the release of part two of their seventh album, they sang their new songs, such as, “Song to Confess to You,” “If I Could Love Again,” “Arirang,” “While You Live,” “Partner for Life,” and “One Fine Spring” sung by Lee Seok Hoon in TV series Flames of Desire. Fans’ responses were exuberant.

After the concert, Lee Seok Hoon said, “I hope that everyone had a good time in our concert today.” Kim Jin Ho added, “I thank people for sharing time with us.” Lead vocal Kim Yong Jun said, “I was moved by my fans responses.”

SG Wannabe plan to hold another concert in Kobe International Exhibition Hall on August 22.


Source: Yahoo
Translation: pretzyc2h@korea.com

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[NEWS] SISTAR So You’s amazing transformation

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SISTAR recently released their new album "So Cool".

SISTAR’s So You, who appeared August 20’s episode of MBC Three Wheels, is complimented on her lean figure. The host of the show, Lee Hwi Jae, remarks, “You look really great. You look as if you went on a diet.”

So You answers honestly, “Yes. I decided to go on a diet because I looked like a pig in pictures.”

Lee Hwi Jae says, “You weren’t chubby at all, but perhaps other members of the group were very lean.”

So You replies with a smile, “The others were always active because of our group activities, but I was resting and grew fatter with days. So I had to go on a diet.”

So You kept herself physically active and stuck to a healthy diet to finally drive her diet to success by losing 8kg.

Source: Star2day from Nate
Translation: pretzyc2h@korea.com

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[NEWS] Girls' Generation Helps Support Earthquake Victims Through Niigata Show

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Twelve popular music groups from Korea like Girls' Generation and KARA appeared at Niigata's Tohokuden Big Swan Stadium on August 20 for the "K-POP All-Star Live in Niigata" show. 43,000 fans were excited to attend the first large scale K-Pop festival to be held in this area. With the intention of aiding those affected, victims of the recent earthquake disaster in Japan were invited to the festival.

The nine member group Girls' Generation performed four songs including their hit single "Gee". All of the fans' eyes were glued to the girls' dance that was synchronized down to their breathing. Each time a member's face showed up on the jumbotron, cheers would reverberate around the stadium. Tiffany, Yuri, and Sooyoung were in charge of hosting the show. Sooyoung, who is proficient in Japanese, greeted the fans by saying, "Thank you to everyone who has given Girls' Generation and KARA a lot of love this past year (since debuting)." She also played a big part in translating the other two MCs' Korean speech.

The festival closed with the song "Arirang", where all 62 members who participated in the event gathered together to perform the piece.

At the venue t-shirts and other charity goods were sold. All proceeds and even ticket revenue were set aside to be donated. Also, with thoughts of "becoming the strength of children", around 300 junior high school students who are taking refuge in Niigata from the earthquake were invited to the festival. Prior to the beginning of the festival, everyone gathered to hold a minute of silent prayers for those lost in the disaster.

Girls' Generation's Taeyeon also left a message saying, "I hope even for a little bit that we can give those affected by the disaster a little bit of comfort through our music."

Source: sponichi.co.jp
Translated by: SeraphK@soshified.com
Edited by: michaelroni@soshified.com

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Saturday, August 27, 2011

[NEWS] Kim Heechul to Enter the army September 1

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Super Junior's Kim Heechul will enlist in the army this coming September the 1st.

After enlisting at the recruitment centre in Nonsan, Chungnam province, he will spend four weeks in basic military training, and then spend 23 months doing civil service work.

As Super Junior is currently very popular worldwide, it is likely that both Korean and international press and fans will want to be present at his official entry into the army. However, following his wish to enlist quietly, there will be no enlistment event held.

Kim Heechul will continue his activities for Super Junior's 5th album and MCing KBS's "Golden Fishery Radio Star" and MBC's "Secret" up until the time he enlists.

Original: Sports Chosun
Translated by: Jubee @ SJ-WORLD.NET.


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Tuesday, August 23, 2011

[NEWS] David Oh of 'We Got Married' transformed into the style of G-Dragon and T.O.P.

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On 20th, in MBC's We Got Married, David Oh changed his style. In this episode, Kwon Ri Sae tried to be the stylist of hin which attracted attention from the audience.

David told Ri Sae, ' I want to be like Big Bang' G-Dragon and T.O.P. who can pull off a masculine feeling.' These men look really cool to me.'

Therefore, Ri Sae recommended that he should dye his hair red. After David had dyed his hair, Ri Sae was amazed by the mature look that David had.

(omitted unrelated info)

Source: TV Report
Translated by: Rice @bigbangupdates.com




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Monday, August 22, 2011

[NEWS] After School's performance in japan is cancelled

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At twitter ASfactsRT at keitadj message:Sorry that it seems #AFTERSCHOOL's live performance in Japanese TV show "Coming Soon!" tomorrow was cancelled because of Uie's absence.

After school's performance in japan was cancelled because of Uee's absence.
they cannot perform without Uee, so they just cancelled so theres no problem at performing.

Source:@keitadj's twitter
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[NEWS] Raina show off their After School Gum

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Raina twiited:Osaka here! I'm headed ohkonomiyakimeokgu hotels tasty gum !!!!! After School received a eoyong - possessed of sales in Japan so singihadang>_<ㅎ.
Raina show off their official "After School Gum" made by japan.whith the cover album Bang! that they debuted in japan.
& the gum has a 3 flavors.



Source + photo:@Raina's twitter
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