The Wonder Girls recently celebrated the 2000th day since their debut

The Wonder Girls recently celebrated the 2000th day since their debut.

On August 1, the Wonder Girls tweeted a photo with the caption “You are the reason we are here, and thanks to you, we can celebrate the 2000th day since our debut. Millions of thanks.”

In the photo, the wonderful girls strike a pose while Hae Lym, in the center, is holding a cake.

All the five girls look on the cloud nine while So Hee is leaning towards Hae Lym with her eyes closed.

Netizens responded: “Let’s go forever, Wonder Girls.” “It seems like yesterday when they sang ‘Tell Me.’ It’s been already six years since then.” “Congratulations, Wonder Girls!” “Talented, hardworking Wonder Girls, Go!”

Source: Xportsnews

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TVXQ top the Oricon DVD Chart again

TVXQ set another new record in Japan.

TVXQ sold about 151,000 copies of their DVD, titled 東方神起 LIVE TOUR 2012~TONE~, which was released on July 25, in the first week of its release, and topped the Oricon daily and weekly DVD charts.

This is their fourth time to top the Oricon weekly DVD chart and also the highest number of topping the Oricon DVD chart as a foreign singing group. In addition, as the DVD is TVXQ’s second one to top the weekly chart, TVXQ have become the first foreign singing group to top the DVD chart consecutively with two DVDs.

On August 1, the Oricon Chart reported on its official website, “TVXQ have become the first foreign singing group to top the DVD chart consecutively with two DVDs!”

The DVD contains TVXQ’s Tokyo concert, which was held at the Tokyo Dome on April 15. The concert was part of TVXQ’s concert tour of Japan, which had attracted a total of 550,000 audiences through 26 concerts in 11 cities of Japan, including Nagoya, Fukuoka, Nigata, Sapporo, Hiroshima, Fukui, Tokyo, and Osaka, from January to April.

TVXQ also topped the Oricon weekly chart with their new single, Android, released in July. It was their eleventh time to top the Oricon weekly chart, which is the highest number of topping the chart as a foreign singing group.

TVXQ will participate in SM Town Live World Tour III in Tokyo Dome, which will take place at Tokyo Dome in Japan from August 4 to 5.

Source: Starnews

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E1 perform with the genius guitar player Jung Sung Ha

2NE1 recently performed with the genius young guitar player Jung Sung Ha.

On August 1, 2NE1 released a video of their acoustic performance with Jung on YG Entertainment’s official blog, YG Life. 2NE1 sang songs live to Jung’s guitar playing.

Jung, who has fascinated the whole world with his guitar playing, is a genius young guitar player currently in the spotlight. Ono Yoko, a wife of John Lennon of The Beatles highly praised his talent at playing the guitar and the world-famous rock group Mr. Big once suggested performing with them. As a big fan of Big Bang and 2NE1, Jung got an opportunity to perform with 2NE1 this time.

In the video, Jung plays 2NE1′s “I Love You” and “Lonely” in his own distinctive style and 2NE1 members sing the songs live to the acoustic sound. CL especially shows off her talent at both rapping and singing.

This performance is a special gift for 2NE1′s fans before the group’s world tour. 2NE1 started the first concert of their tour, titled New Evolution, at the Gymnastics Arena in Olympic Park on July 28 and 29.

In order to focus on the tour, 2NE1 postponed their plan for releasing a new single. They were originally planning to release a new single on July 28, which was three weeks after they released “I Love You” on July 5. However, they changed the plan and decided to release a new album in October instead.

After the concert in Seoul, 2NE1 will continue their tour in New Jersey (August 17), LA (August 24), Osaka (from August 31 to September 2), Nagoya (from September 7 to 8), Yokohama (from September 11 to 12), and Saitama (from September 28 to 29). More cities will be added later on.

Jung Sung Ha is a big star on YouTube, the first Korean user who received over a hundred million hits. He also became famous all around the world after holding a concert tour of ten countries when he was only thirteen years old. His playing style is so distinctive that almost no one can play like him.

Source: Starnews

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TEEN TOP goes all black for new ‘Be Ma Girl’ MV teaser

Boy group TEEN TOP has released a new MV teaser for upcoming summer special single Will You Go Out With Me?.

The teaser pictures have been refreshing as they portray the six members in a different and brighter light, a look that is a 180 degree turn from their previous release. An MV teaser was released a few days ago, with the members in glow-in-the-dark outfits and now, the group has released a second MV teaser for title track Be Ma Girl. This time, all members look slick in their black outfits, giving fans a new look.

Source: TEEN TOP YouTube
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Photographer Oh Joong Suk releases a picture of Lee Seung Gi taken casually

Photographer Oh Joong Suk recently released a picture of Lee Seung Gi, which was casually taken by himself.

On August 1, Oh uploaded a picture of Lee on his Twitter account with the comment, “A picture of Seung Gi that I casually took.”

The picture features a handsome face of Lee Seung Gi in black and white. Lee is attracting a lot of attention with his casual look. Although the picture was taken casually, Lee’s handsome face is still catching many people’s eyes.

People responded: “He’s still handsome.” “I think Lee Seung Gi is always handsome in pictures no matter how they were taken.” “He looks great. He looks so stylish.”

Source: Starnews

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f(x) unveils stills for upcoming Japanese debut MV ‘Hot Summer’

It will soon be a ‘hot hot summer’ in Japan!

The five members of f(x) are gearing up for their Japanese debut and will debut with infectious song Hot Summer.Their official Japanese website updated with a concept of ‘Hot Summer’ but for anxious fans, no information regarding the release date has been revealed. The site did unveil a few stills from the MV shooting and the red outfits that they wear should bring back memories for fans.

A snippet of the song can be heard on the website.

Song Teaser:

Source: YouTube, f(x) official Japanese website
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Kim Hyun Joong donates ten million won to senior citizens who live alone

Kim Hyun Joong recently donated ten million won to some senior citizens who live alone.

Members of Kim’s fan club, Powerful S My Club, donated ten million won at the Beautiful Foundation campaign, which will be conducted till August 2.

The donation will be used to provide 175 electric fans and 100 thin blankets to some senior citizens so that they can stay healthy this summer.

Lee Eun Kyung, a member of the fan club, says, “I’ve always felt bad when I thought about the senior citizens who live alone in small houses, which have bad ventilation, but I feel better now because I can help them even a little bit. I also wish City Conquest success.”

Powerful S My Club started a scholarship fund under the name of Kim in February, 2010, and a total of 247 members have constantly donated to the Beautiful Foundation for three years. Until now, they have donated a total of 130,121,664 won.

Source: TV Report

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Jang Keun Suk is invited to UMF Korea as a special guest

Jang Keun Suk has been invited to a world-famous music festival.

Jang will perform with Big Brother as a member of the project group Team H at the UMF Korea – Ultra Music Festival, which will be held at the Olympic Arena on August 4.

The UMF Korea is the most famous electronic dance music festival in the world. Jang is expected to give an energetic performance for audiences because he once spoke of his aspiration to perform in Europe this fall.

Including the British DJ Marc Vedo, who became popular in SPACE Ibiza, one of the most famous clubs in the world, by remixing songs of Boy George and George Michael, and DJ MAURI & MORA, who is well-known as a composer and a producer of such world-famous DJs and artists as DJ Tiësto, many world-famous DJs and bands will perform at the UMF Korea.

The UMF Korea will be held at the Olympic Arena in the Jamsil Stadium on August 3 and 4.

Source: Sports Korea

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Super Junior’s Leeteuk says, “My personal information has been leaked”

Super Junior’s Leeteuk recently said his personal information has been leaked.

On July 1, Leeteuk tweeted, “I received a text-massage that says my personal information has been leaked. I wasn’t surprised because it happens occasionally, but I didn’t feel very good. It says the police started an investigation on the personal information leak, but it’s going to be leaked again. I change my phone number, but it’s useless. How do people hack? They’re so smart.”

People responded: “Who’s leaking personal information?” “It’s a serious problem.” “Please cheer up!”

Super Junior are currently promoting the lead track of their sixth album, “Sexy, Free & Single.”

Source: Starnews

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Is B2ST’s “It’s Not Me” talking about Jun Hyung and KARA’s Hara?

The lyrics for B2ST’s song “It’s Not Me” are receiving a lot of attention.

B2ST released their fifth EP Midnight Sun on July 22 and the lyrics for “It’s Not Me” are drawing a lot of attention from the public.

There are rumors that the lyrics are about star couple, Yong Jun Hyung and KARA’s Goo Hara.

The lyrics include a man trying to release his girlfriend’s anger saying, “I don’t know why you’re upset after what you’ve heard.” “I’ve never been to a Hongdae club. So it couldn’t be me.” “You know that I’m not good at lying. I left my cell phone at home. So please let go of your anger. What do you want to have?”

People responded: “It’s fun to hear a song that makes excuses.” “The lyrics are realistic.” “I feel like I can relate to the song.”

Source: Xportsnews

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CNBLUE will be releasing a new Japanese album on August 29

Boy band CNBLUE will be releasing their first Japanese album come August 29th.

The group made its official Japanese debut last year and their upcoming Japanese album CODE NAME BLUE is their first since their debut. August will mark a busy month for the boys as they are also scheduled to release new single Come On.

Their official Japanese website was updated with tracklist information on their album.

CNBLUE Japan Major 1st ALBUM
「CODE NAME BLUE」

＜Regular Edition Tracklist＞

01. Intro 02

Music by JUNG YONG HWA

Arranged by JUNG YONG HWA

02. In My Head

Lyrics by Kenji Tamai、Yoshifumi Kanamaru
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

03. Where you are

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA、Kenji Tamai
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

05. Have a good night

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

06. Wake up

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by RYO、JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

07. No more

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by LEE JONG HYUN、JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Masahiro Tobinai

08. These days

Lyrics by Kosuke Oba
Music by LEE JONG HYUN
Arranged by Suzuki“Daichi”Hideyuki

09. Blue Sky

Lyrics by Kosuke Oba
Music by Shusui、Seiji Motoyama
Arranged by Yuichiro Horiuchi

10. Mr. KIA (Know It All)

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA、RYO
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Kousuke Noma

11. with me

Lyrics by DAICHI、miyakei
Music by DAICHI
Arranged by Suzuki“Daichi”Hideyuki

12. Get Away

Lyrics by Nozomi Maezawa & agehasprings
Music by LEE JONG HYUN、RYO
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Shunsuke Tsuri

13. Come on

Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Japanese Translated Lyrics by Kenji Tamai
Music by LEE JONG HYUN
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

＜Bonus Track (Limited Edition Only)＞
Where you are (English version)
Lyrics by JUNG YONG HWA
Music by JUNG YONG HWA
Arranged by Kenji Tamai、Rui Momota

Source: CNBLUE Japanese Website

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ZE:A’s Moon Jun Young to emcee Asia Song Festival

ZE:A’s leader Moon Jun Young, who injured his ankle, was recently selected as an MC for ‘The 9th Asia Song Festival.’

On August 1, ZE:A’s agency, Star Empire, said Moon will appear as an MC at the festival with actress Park Soo Jin, which will be held at Yeosu Expo on August 4, .

It has been almost a month since he made an official appearance after he attended a showcase on July 3. He had injured ankle since May so he couldn’t perform the group’s second EP Spectacular.

Moon says, “I couldn’t participate in our new song’s performances, because of my injured ankle and I felt bad about it. But I’m very excited to appear at the festival as an MC and to meet the public.”

“My ankle is not quite healed enough to perform the song but since I’m seeing a doctor regularly, I hope I can give a wonderful performance soon.”

Many K-pop representative singers, including, ZE:A, Kim Hyun Joong, Tiger JK & T Yoon Mi Rae, MBLAQ, SISTAR, Teen Top, Ailee, and B1A4 will appear at the festival.

Source: Starnews

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Lee Seung Gi is in Hong Kong with Lee Seo Jin

Lee Seung Gi and Lee Seo Jin recently had fun together in Hong Kong.

On July 26, agency Hook Entertainment tweeted pictures of the two stars with the comment, “Two actors together after a long time. Lee Seo Jin and Lee Seung Gi in front of million dollar night view in Hong Kong.”

On July 27, the agency posted another pictures with the comments, “It is still raining hard but Lee Seung Gi is like a child again and enjoyed it a lot.” “Rain stopped for a while. Lee Seo Jin is resting on a bench.”

In the pictures, Lee Seung Gi is making the V sign while wearing a big happy smile but Lee Seo Jin is sitting on a bench with a furrowed brow.

Source: TV Report

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B2ST holds signing with over 1,000 fans

Group B2ST recently held a signing and drew a lot of attention.

B2ST is a representative for a cosmetic brand and they held a signing event in Myeongdong, Seoul on July 31 at 3:30 in the afternoon. Even though the event started in the afternoon, over 1,000 fans gathered to see the group.

B2ST members smiled at their fans and shook each fan’s hand during the event. There were not only Korean fans but also Japanese and Chinese fans gathered and some of them were very excited to see the group.

B2ST said, “Thank you for paying attention to the opening of the A Pieu store. We will show off our various sides as representatives for the brand. We will also release our new EP to thank our fans.”

B2ST released their fifth EP at Midnight Sun on July 22 and the title song “It’s Not Me” is receiving an explosive response with its honest lyrics.

Source: TV Report

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Infinite appears at Apgujeong store

Popular idol group Infinite appeared at a store and drew a lot of attention.

On August 1, an online community posted pictures of the group members shopping with the caption, “Infninite is in Apgujeong.”

A person who posted the pictures wrote, “I went to Apgujeong and I saw these handsome men and lo and behold, it was the group. Even though I tried to take a picture right away, they just smiled at me.”

In the pictures, Infinite members are wearing black suits and trying on rain boots, while sitting on chairs at the store. Sung Yeol didn’t even hide from the camera, and instead, posed for his fans with the rain boots on top of his shoulders.

People who saw the pictures responded: “They are all handsome.” “I should have gone to Apgujeong.” “Sung Yeol is so cute.”

Infinite will hold their concert on August 12 for five days in Seoul.

Source: TV Report

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T-Pain praises Psy’s “Gangnam Style”

Actor and singer T-Pain from the United States recently praised K-pop singer Psy.

On July 29, T-Pain tweeted a YouTube link with the comment, “Words cannot even describe how amazing this video is…”

In the music video of the song “Gangnam Style” from Psy’s sixth EP, which was released on July 15, Yoo Jae Seok, No Hong Cheol, and 4minute’s Hyun Ah appeared and received considerable attention. The video includes various comic dance moves, which captured the public.

People who saw the news responded: “It’s amazing that T-Pain praised Psy.” “I’m proud of him.” “Psy is recognized for his music video.”

Source: TV Report

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Lee Hyo Ri thanks to the fans of Busker Busker: “What did they do?”

Singer Lee Hyo Ri has expressed her gratitude to some of Busker Busker’s fans.

On July 31, Lee tweeted to Busker Busker’s Brad, “Wow.. I’m really really grateful,” and attached a picture of donor certificate.

If you take a close look at the picture, you can learn that some fans of Busker Busker collected 1 million won to donate to Kara in the name of Busker Busker in the hope of the money to be used for abandoned animals.

When the celebrity, who is in the lead of protecting animals, learned this, she expressed her gratitude to the band on Twitter.

Netizens who saw the posting commented: “Wow, Busker Busker’s fans have good hearts.” “Both Lee Hyo Ri and Busker Busker have deep understanding.” “It’s good to see Lee thanking him.” “For sure, she’s got great love for animals.”

Source: Xportsnews

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What does Sunmi, the former member of the Wonder Girls, look like now?

Sunmi, who once performed as one of the Wonder Girls, was recently spotted online, attracting fans’ attention.

A picture titled “Sunmi these days” was posted on an online community board.

You can see Sunmi posing some other trainees at her agency, including 2PM’s Woo Young. She looks more mature than before, when she was in the singing group.

Netizens who saw the posting commented: “Can’t Sunmi come back to the Wonder Girls?” “I’m so glad to see her again.” “She’s getting prettier.” “Literally speaking, she’s become so pretty lately.”

In January in 2010, Sunmi decided to leave the Wonder Girls for academic reasons.

Source: TV Report

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