Netizens: “[SHINee's] Tae-min gained weight!”

Does the baby of SHINee look healthier to you?

G.o.d member, Danny Ahn, uploaded a photo of himself “with SHINee [members Tae-min, Key, and Min-ho]“ on his “Danny’s Music Show” website. However, the singer’s  KBS Cool FM  April 22nd broadcast was the last thing on netizens’ minds when they  saw the image. They commented on Tae-min‘s weight gain, SHINee‘s friendship with Danny, and their Male skin care.

Tae-min has always looked a little too frail in the past, but I have to admit he appears every bit the healthy happy “baby” in the photo. What do you think of his current (cheek pinching) weight?

 

Source: TV Daily

2NE1 announces Bom’s solo, new mini-album, and first concert info

After announcing 2NE1’s official comeback last week, the YG-Life blog has finally followed up with further information. Check it out below!

“On April 21st, we will be releasing Park Bom’s solo track, ‘Please Don’t Cry‘, as a digital single. The single is the work of Teddy, and features a piano and house beat, which acts as a fast-paced R&B dance track. The music video will be released on the same day.

Unfortunately, we do not have plans for Park Bom to perform her solo on broadcast, but we will be starting aggressive and assertive activities for 2NE1 until the end of August.

2NE1 will be debuting in Japan on September.

What do we mean by aggressive and assertive promotions?

Unlike how we introduced 2NE1’s triple title tracks – “Can’t Nobody“, “Go Away“, “Clap Your Hands” – during their last mini-album promotions (which ended with their follow-up, “It Hurts“) we will be releasing a new song every three weeks.

The reason we have chosen to take this route is because we are more than satisfied with the level of quality in 2NE1’s new songs, and we are intending to use all six of the album’s songs as title tracks for this promotion.

We will be starting season three of ‘2NE1 TV’ with PD Choi. We are currently looking at an air date of around the beginning of June.

Finally, 2NE1 will be holding their first ever concert at the end of August. 

We have already surveyed the concert hall and feel that we will be able to run a concert with 2NE1’s representative tracks and their new six tracks.

We hope that our fans will give their support and encouragement towards 2NE1’s new music and promotions.

Thank you.

From YG”

Source: YG Life

City Hunter” releases still-cuts of Lee Min Ho filming in Thailand

MBC’s upcoming drama, “City Hunter“, has finally released still-cuts of actor Lee Min Ho from his shoot in Thailand

Since it’s his first small screen project in nearly a year, Lee Min Ho was reportedly unable to hide his joy as he took part in the drama’s first recording in comfortable attire.

The actor was not only successful in completing the recording, but even took the time to get to know and play jokes on his Thai co-stars in order to create a comfortable atmosphere for all. He also took in all of the advice given to him by producers, and reflected it brilliantly into his acting.

The producers of “City Hunter” revealed, “The weather was colder than we expected, so it was difficult shooting the scenes. Lee Min Ho, however, has a deep affection for the drama and was able to overcome all of the obstacles through it. Fans can now look forward to Lee Min Ho’s transformation into a man of true charms.”

Working alongside Park Min Young, Lee Jun Hyuk, and Goo Hara, Lee Min Ho will unveil the pilot episode of “City Hunter” on May 25th.

Source: Newsen via Nate

Lee Jun Ki greets fans while on break from service

On April 18th, actor Lee Jun Ki, who’s currently serving in the army, greeted his fans during his last break with a picture of his new uniform.

Posting through his official Twitter, the actor wrote:

“Hello, this is private first class Lee Jun Ki, who is currently awaiting his promotion as a corporal. Attention!
Have you all been well? It’s been a while since I’ve received a break, but I’m currently spending my final break as a private first class right now. Having come out into the world again after such a long time, I’m finding it difficult to adjust. Seems like the world is going on just fine.
While serving, your unchanging love for me has become a great source of strength. Today (the 17th) was my birthday, but as I am a soldier, I was not able to return all of the support you have shown me today. I feel very apologetic for that.
Thank you for remembering every year. Thank you so, so much.”

Fans commented, “He’s become so masculine”, and “The picture looks straight out of a movie.”

Source + Photos: IS Sports via Naver

Jung sisters celebrate Jessica’s birthday + f(x)’s music chart ‘all-kill’

The ‘Jung sisters’ - SNSD’s Jessica and f(x)’s Krystal – are both celebrating happy days lately, thanks to their individual events and achievements.

On April 18th, Jessica will be celebrating her 23rd birthday. After debuting with SNSD back in 2007 when she was just 19 years old, Jessica is said to be more than happy with the success her group has achieved over the past four years, and is taking part in a small birthday gathering with her closest friends.

Jessica’s younger sister, Krystal, is also looking towards a successful promotion cycle with f(x)’s “Pinocchio” impending comeback this week.

On the same day, the title track for f(x)’s first official album, Pinocchio, was released online for the first time. Currently, the song is dominating live charts on major music portals like Melon, dosirak, Cyworld, Bugs, and Soribada. The achievement is quite formidable, considering that the group debuted only a year and seven months ago.

Happy birthday to Jessica, and congratulations to f(x)!

Source: Star News via Nate

MusicAfter School promotes safe driving with the “Traffic Safety Song” on Inkigayo

After School has received the baton for the “Traffic Safety Song,” a collaborative campaign between SBS’s “Inkigayo” and the Korean Transporation Safety Authority in promotion of safe driving and environment protection.
The girls showed much determination in delivering the meaningful message of the campaign by coming up with their own choreography for the song, so check out their music video below!
Just 6 out of the nine members recorded this song, with Jooyeon, Lizzy and Bekah missing out. The new member, Yiyoung is in here though.]

Big Bang's "Love Song" MV reaches 2.4 million views in 3 days

On April 14th, Big Bang unleashed their anticipated music video for "Love Song," the title song of their 4.5 Special album. The video was an instant hit with netizens and fans, who praised the cinematography as it seemed like the whole video was shot in one, continuous scene.

As of April 16th afternoon, the music video has received 2,389,413 views on Big Bang's official YouTube channel. The video has already amassed many YouTube recognitions, incluing being the #1 Most Viewed, #1 Top Rated, and #2 or #3 Most Viewed in Japan, Taiwan, India, Australia, Canada, France and Mexico.

Check out the music video below if you haven't already!



Source: Sports Korea and BIGBANG

Chansung 2AM shows his eating prowess!

On the March 16th broadcast of “We Got Married” Season 3, Hwang Chansung of 2PM appeared as a guest for the Khuntoria couple, which attracted attention as Victoria previously told Nichkhun that Chansung was her favorite member of 2PM.
On this episode, the Khuntoria couple continued their idol-turned-food reporter mission, and in order to get pictures of Korean food, they invited “Food God” (Shikshin) Chansung to “pose” for them (Chansung is nicknamed “Food God” for his seemingly superhuman ability to eat). In addition, his interesting clothing caught the eyes of viewers.
Despite his reputation however, Chansung wasn’t able to “inhale” the food as quickly as expected, because every time he went to dig in, Nichkhun would yell “stop” to take a picture, while Chansung looked on with sad eyes.
At the request of the Khuntoria couple, Chansung gave an impromptu review of his meal, stating, “The kimchi has a crisp, fresh taste and isn’t greasy at all, and the spicy flavor is fantastic,” and turned into an expert food reviewer on the spot.
The Khuntoria couple showed a new side to their image as diligent reporters in this episode – check out the video below!





Source: TV Daily via Nate

Wondergirls, Is That You?

Wondergirls made it into the May issue of Teen Vogue in America, with a short description and a colorful spread.

But, as the news spread into Korea, Korean fans are surprised by the Wondergirls new look in the American magazine, saying, “The eye makeup and the colors seem a little awkward,” but still fans support the girls, “Such a long time seeing them. Ah, so pretty.”

As for me their original make up looks are much better than this teen Vogue make up artist did to them. They look old and nasty *Hehe

So guys what do you think of the fashion the girls put on for Teen Vogue?

U-KISS, Jay Park & others cast for upcoming idol movie, “Mister Kids”

The members of U-KISS and Jay Park have been cast for an upcoming idol-themed movie, “Mister Kids“!

U-KISS and Jay Park held their first recording in Junju on April 8th, and reportedly, U-KISS will be dividing into units for the movie.  The main plot revolves around the fierce competition between two top idol groups.

Despite their busy schedule with their “0330” comeback, the members have been taking lessons in piano, bass, guitar, and drums to perfect their transformation into a full fledged band for the movie.

The cast line-up also includes Kim Soo Ro, Park Ye Jin, and Ji Hyun Woo.

Source: World Journal via Naver

Wonder Girls’ Sohee and Yubin want to be cute?

Wonder Girls‘ Yeeun has been catching up with fans by revealing recent photos of the girls.

On April 9th, Yeeun tweeted,

“Sohee and Yub who want to be cute keke“

In the photo, Yubin, Yeeun, and Sohee are making cute facial expressions by protruding their lips. In particular, ‘mandoo (dumpling)’ Sohee is capturing attention because she seems to have lost her charming chubby cheeks while preparing for the Wonder Girls’ upcoming album.

Netizens commented, “They’re not trying to be cute, they are cute” and “I wish they would hurry and make their comeback“.

The Wonder Girls are hoping to comeback sometime in May or June, and have been focusing on their album production.

Source: Sports Chosun via Nate, Yeeun’s Twitter (@WGyenny)

Big Bang returns with ‘Stupid Liar’ and ‘Love Song’ on Inkigayo

After a brief hiatus and immense teasing over the past week, Big Bang has returned to the scene with their 4.5 repackaged album and are beginning promotions once more on tonight’s SBS’s Inkigayo.

Their two title tracks for the album, “Love Song” and “Stupid Liar”, were co-produced by G-Dragon and Teddy. Both “Love Song” and “Stupid Liar” deliver a catchy, electronic rhythm with a unique modern rock feel that is sure to set off another trend in the K-pop industry.

Check out their double-song performance below!