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New and upcoming DVD releases - 2012/05/31

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

My Way DVD 3-disc (First Press Limited Edition) 2012/07/30	Sungkyunkwan Scandal NG Parade Yuchun Collection DVD + Special Yuchun iPhone 4 Case Limited Set (First Press Limited Edition) (JP) 2012/07/17	Unbowed DVD (First Press Limited Edition) 2012/06/19	Characters DVD First Press Limited Edition (No En Sub) 2012/06/18	Never Ending Story DVD (First Press Limited Edition) 2012/06/18	Deep-rooted Tree DVD 9-Disc (English Subtitled) (Director's Cut) (First Press Limited Edition) 2012/06/18
Cafe Noir DVD (2-Disc) (First Press Limited Edition) 2012/06/14	God of War DVD Vol. 1 of 2 DVD (8-Disc) (English Subtitled) 2012/06/11	Sea without Water DVD 2012/06/08	White Butterfly DVD 2012/06/08	Haru : An Unforgettable Day in Korea Official Japan Edition Original Soundtrack (ALBUM + DVD) 2012/06/06	Jang Geun-seok Just Crazy (ALBUM + DVD + POSTER)(First Press Limited Edition)(JP) 2012/05/30

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New Korean movies released today (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

In Another Country (Korean Movie, 2012)

Still Strange (Korean Movie, 2011)

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T-ara holds impromptu fan meet at a chicken store (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Ham Eun-jeong, Q-ri and Hwa-young of girl group T-ara held an impromptu fan meet at a local store of a fried chicken retailer Gibalhan Chicken, which the group models for.On May 30, the three members of the girl group visited a store in Cheonho-dong, eastern Seoul, following in the footsteps of other group members Soyeon and Hyomin who did the same earlier in the year in Busan".When Soyeon and H

Boyfriend woos Japanese press way before debut (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Just days after it held a press conference on May 28 to launch its debut in Japan, Boyfriend has landed on the pages of various prominent Japanese press.The Korean boy band must have impressed the 250 Japanese journalists as its pictures were all over the press in the days following its press event, which was held inside of a submarine.There has been an increase in interest for the Korean band i

SM Entertainment's pecking order, according to BoA (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

When BoA appeared on KBS 2TV's "Win Win" on May 29, she revealed some in-house secrets about the famed SM Entertainment agency which she belongs to.When inquired on the pecking order inside the agency, she listed composer Yoo Young-jin as No. 1, singer Kang Ta as No. 2 and herself as No. 3.A source from the agency itself confirmed the Hallyu singer's claim, explaining to local media that indeed,

Im Tae-kyung reveals divorce details (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Singer and musical actor Im Tae-kyung has spoken out about his eight-month marriage and subsequent divorce on an episode of MBC's morning show "Good Day" on Tuesday. The theater star went into full details for the first time on just why he decided to call it quits with fellow actress Park So-yeon. The two got a divorce back in 2010".We met while we were starring in the musical 'Romeo and Juliet'

Former After School star talks split (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

A former member of After School, Yoo So-yeong, appeared on an episode of "The Chair Korea" yesterday and talked about her aspirations as an actress as well as the pain she suffered when breaking away from the girl group.On the show, Yoo said that she wanted to be taken as a serious actress and do away with the label of being a girl group singer.In regards to her future ambitions, Yoo said that s

Singer Yoon Mi-rae To Rejoin As Super Star K Judge (2012/05/31)

Thu, 31 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

The hip hop queen of kpop, Yoon Mi-rae, will be resigning on as a judge for the fourth season of Super Star K. She served as a judge last season, and she will be rejoining the show along with fellow judges Lee Seung Cheol and PSY. The production team praised Yoon's rapping and vocal skills and experience as a strong asset as a judge. One rep said, "It wasn't easy to work out Yoon's schedule be

"I Do, I Do" Kim Seon-ah and Lee Jang-woo in bed (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

MBC drama "I Do, I Do" made a good impression on viewers from its very first episode. The two ended up in bed together from the first episode on the 30th. Kim Seon-ah and Lee Jang-woo met in a motorcycle accident, riding around the city like maniacs, drinking together and then ending up in bed together. Laying in bed, the awkward moment that ran through the two gave pleasure to the viewers an

"Rooftop" Han Ji-min "An actress must not be outstanding" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Han Ji-min from the recent SBS drama "The Rooftop Prince" revealed her philosophy. In an interview with OSEN on the 29th, "I don't think any character should stand out on its own when it comes to acting. It's important for viewers to say, "Oh it's Park Ha" rather than "It's Han Ji-min" when they see something". She continued, "I also think it's important that the character fits well into the o

Yoo Ah-in mentions "Fashion King" ending (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Yoo Ah-in mentioned the ending of "Fashion King". He had an interview with SBS TV program "TV News At Night" on the 30th of May. Yoo Ah-in took on the role of Kang Yeong-gul in the recently ended drama "Fashion King". He said, "I think the character was great for me. Doing everything good and bad". When he was asked if he was actually as bad as he was in the drama when it came to romance, he

Lee Min-jeong checks in Gong Yoo's pants (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Lee Min-jeong was caught looking into Gong Yoo's pants. Lee Min-jeong is playing the role of Gil Da-ran in the KBS 2TV drama "Big". Gil Da-ran is a reliable and confusing teacher who is very pure and innocent. However, in the still cut revealed this time, she looks far from it. She is sly enough to pull down Gong Yoo's pants to see inside it in her school where she works. Gong Yoo's e

Kim Myeong-min comes back with "King of Dramas" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actor Kim Myeong-min is coming back for the first time with a drama. According to various entertainment related people, Kim Myeong-min has confirmed to star in the SBS "King of Dramas". After a huge rave in 2008 with the MBC drama "Beethoven Virus", Kim Myeong-min is back in four years since then. Kim Myeong-min is attempting at the SBS grand prize in addition to the KBS and MBC grandprizes.

Park Si-yeon joins "Nice Guy" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Park Si-yeon is coming back with a drama. She will be starring in the KBS 2TV drama "Nice Guy". Her agency told OSEN on the 30th, "Park Si-yeon has decided to star in "Nice Guy" after a long discussion with her agency. We haven't signed final papers but she is set to go". Park Si-yeon will appear as Jae-hee who betrays Maru (Song Joong-ki). This is her first drama in two years since t

Lee Byeong-heon and Han Hyo-joo's "Masquerade" changed to "Gwanghae" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

"Masquerade" with Lee Byeong-heon and Han Hyo-joo has changed its name to "Gwanghae: The Man who became King" according to a staff member on the 31st. "Gwanghae: The Man who became King" is about Ha-seon, a low-class born man, who looks exactly like the king, taking over the throne instead of the king. "Gwanghae: The Man who became King" reflects more on the content of the movie than "Masquerad

Lee Ji-ah indirectly mentions marriage with Seo Tai-ji (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Lee Ji-ah spoke about her mysterious image in the past when she was caught up in the 'alien' and 'vampire' rumors. Cable channel QTV "I'm Real Lee Ji-ah in USA" revealed Lee Ji-ah on the 29th. She mentioned her thoughts about the mysterious image she's had since a long time ago. Lee Ji-ah's first reply was, "You know why". She means the secret marriage with singer Seo Tai-ji who is a

Kim Eung-soo shows endless love for Kim Jae-joong (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Kim Eung-soo showed his love for Kim Jae-joong. MBC TV program "Good Day" found the site of the fusion medical drama "Dr. JIN". In the paper Kim Eung-soo was holding, there was sticker that said 'Support Kyeong-tak' (Kim Jae-joong). The cameraman asked him why the sticker was there. Kim Eung-soo replied, "He is my son in the drama. He has my blood so I adore him". He continued, "When I saw J

Han Ji-min reveals her sister (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Han Ji-min revealed her sister. A picture was posted online with the title, "Han Ji-min's sister who looks like her". Han Ji-min and her sister have their hair neatly done up and faces together in the picture. Her sister has clear skin and bold features that make her look as good as any other celebrity. Netizen's say, "Han Ji-min's sister is so pretty", "She is gorgeous" and more.

Lee Tae-seong takes self-cam with sleeping Micky Yoochun (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

JYJ member Micky Yoochun is fast asleep. He posted a picture on his Twitter on the 30th saying, "I had fun with Lee Tae-seong and Min-soo. I am out cold". In the picture, Micky Yoochun is fast asleep while the others are taking pictures of him. With him in the middle, the two other men are making funny faces in the camera. Netizen's who've seen this say, "Micky Yoochun is so cute", "How could

[Spoiler] Well-off Joo Won at risk after encounter with "Bridal Mask" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Lee Kang-to is at risk after an encounter with "Bridal Mask". Things changed for Lee Kang-to (Joo Won) who was the informant for the Japanese in return for wealth and honor in the KBS 2TV drama "Bridal Mask". Lee Kang-to put Dam Sa-ri (Jeon No-min) a fighter for national independence on trial but lost him due to an appearance by the "Bridal Mask" and fell into complications when the judge Choi

[Spoiler] "I Do, I Do" for Kim Seon-ah (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Kim Seon-ah proved why she was the queen of success. In the first episode of the MBC drama "I Do, I Do" on the 30th of May, Kim Seon-ah displayed the perfect workaholic image. Hwang Ji-an showed the charisma of dealing with a problem at her fashion show while she was gone, all at once. She ordered around her employees without hesitation and even had the guts to tell one of them, "Sue me if yo

[Spoiler] "Ghost - Drama" Lee Yeon-hee transforms into a charismatic officer (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Lee Yeon-hee is now a charismatic female police officer. In the first episode of the SBS drama "Ghost - Drama", Lee Yeon-hee appears as the cyber investigations hottie Yoo Kang-mi. Despite the fact that she is a cop, she looks weaker than the victims and way too good looking for this character. She struggled with cyber investigations team manager Kim Woo-hyeon (So Ji-sub) to track down a hacke

Actress to venture into music industry (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Sin Se-kyeong will release a new song online sometime in June. A source close to the star told Sports Seoul on Tuesday that the actress has recently recorded the track and plans to make it available on various online music Web sites from the middle of next month.The tune is described as a lively dance song and was produced by the singing duo Free Style. The source said that Sin has alway

Round 3, "Bridal Mask", "I Do" and "Ghost - Drama" last (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

While all the KBS 2TV, MBC and SBS dramas have taken off their veils, KBS 2TV "Bridal Mask" lead the way and SBS "Ghost - Drama" came in last. According to AGB Nielsen Media Research, "Bridal Mask" on the 30th rated 12.7%, MBC "I Do, I Do" rated 10.5% and "Ghost - Drama" rated 7.6%. The three programs were generally well reviewed. "Bridal Mask" was said to have had a quick development and "I D

Added trailer, production showcase and new images for the upcoming Korean movie "The King of XXX-Kissing" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added trailer, production showcase and new images for the upcoming Korean movie "The King of XXX-Kissing" Trailer "The King of XXX-Kissing" (2012)Directed by Jeong Seung-kooWith Song Sae-byeok, Seong Dong-il, Kim Seong-ryeong, Ko Chang-seok, Lee Byeong-joon, Han Chae-ah,...Previously known as "King of Flatter

[Spoiler] Added episode 54 captures for the Korean drama 'Lights and Shadows' (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added episode 54 captures for the Korean drama "Lights and Shadows" (2011)Directed by Lee Joo-hwanWritten by Choi Wan-gyooNetwork : MBCWith Ahn Jae-wook, Nam Sang-mi, Lee Pil-mo, Son Dam-bi, Jeon Kwang-ryeol, Lee Jong-won,...64 episodes - Mon, Tue 21:55Synopsis"Lights and Shadows" draws a man's up and down life with modern history as its background starting with the 1960s and the Vietnam W

[Spoiler] Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama 'THE CHASER - Drama' (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama "THE CHASER - Drama" (2012)Directed by Jo Nam-gookWritten by Park Kyeong-sooNetwork : SBSWith Son Hyeon-joo, Kim Sang-joong, Ko Joon-hee, Jang Sin-yeong, Park Hyo-joo, Kim Seong-ryeong,...16 episodes - Mon, Tue 21:55Previously known as "Father's War" (and#50500;and#48260;and#51648;and#51032; and#51204;and#51137;, A-beo-ji-jeon-jaeng)SynopsisA father and a

[Spoiler] Added final episode 20 captures for the Korean drama 'Love Rain' (2012/05/30)

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Added final episode 20 captures for the Korean drama "Love Rain" (2012)Directed by Yoon Seok-hoWritten by Oh Soo-yeonNetwork : KBSWith Jang Geun-seok, Yoona, Kim Si-hoo, Son Eun-seo, Seo In-guk, Hwang Bo-ra,...20 episodes - Mon, Tue 21:55Previously known as "Love Rides the Rain" on HanCinemaSynopsisThis drama tries to depict "moments of love" through rain that is akin to love in its nature

[Spoiler] Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama 'I Love Italy' (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added episode 2 captures for the Korean drama "I Love Italy" (2012)Directed by Kim Do-hyeokWritten by Moon Ji-yeongNetwork : tvNWith Kim Ki-beom, Park Ye-jin, Yang Jin-woo, "Jubi", Im Ho, "Soy",...16 episodes - Mon, Tue 23:00Synopsis"I Love Italy" is a romantic comedy about middle school student aged 14 who suddenly becomes a grown up and becomes an assistant to a plutocrat heiress Lee Tae

Added new images and 30s trailer for the upcoming Korean movie "Super Star" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added new images and 30s trailer for the upcoming Korean movie "Super Star""Super Star" (2012)Directed by Lim Jin-soonWith Kim Jeong-tae, Song Sam-dong, Jang Kyeong-ah, Jeong Chan, Park Soo-jin, Kim Dong-ho,...SynopsisTwo guys set off for the whackiest 2 nights of a trip to become the next superstars! Unemployed Jin-soo (Song Sam-dong) who lives in a rooftop house is preparing to make his direct

Added full music video for the Korean movie "Runway Cop" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added full music video for the Korean movie "Runway Cop" Full music video 'Ulala' by ULALA SESSION "Runway Cop" (2012)Directed by Sin Tae-raWith Kang Ji-hwan, Seong Yoo-ri, Lee Soo-hyeok, Kim Yeong-kwang, Shin Min-chul, Sin Jeong-geun,...SynopsisAll he has is smell and a D-line body but is devoted in catching

Added new images and video for the Korean movie "Don't Click" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added new images and video for the Korean movie "Don't Click" "Don't Click" (2012)Directed by Kim Tae-kyeongWith Park Bo-yeong, Joo Won, Kang Byeol, Lee Malg-eum, Kang Hae-in, Choi Ji-heon,...Previously known as "Unidentified Video" on HanCinemaSynopsisA horror movie about the mysterious happenings that happen

Added new images and video for the Korean movie "Everything about my Wife" (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Added new images and video for the Korean movie "Everything about my Wife" 2 Million spectators thank you message "Everything about my Wife" (2012)Directed by Min Gyoo-dongWith Im Soo-jeong, Lee Seon-gyoon, Ryoo Seung-yong, Kwang Soo, Kim Jeong-tae, Jeong Seong-hwa,...SynopsisEverything About My Wife is a rom

Korean dramas starting today 2012/05/30 in Korea (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Korean dramas starting today 2012/05/30 in Korea "I Do, I Do", "Ghost - Drama" and "Bridal Mask" "I Do, I Do" (2012)Directed by Kang Dae-seonWritten by Jo Jeong-hwaNetwork : MBCWith Kim Seon-ah, Lee Jang-woo, Park Geon-hyeong, Lim Soo-hyang, Park Yeong-gyoo, Yoon Joo-sang,...16 episodes - Wed, Thu 21:55SynopsisA drama based on an original comic. "Ghost - Drama" (2012)Directed by Kim Hy

Korean movies opening today 2012/05/30 in Korea (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Korean movies opening today 2012/05/30 in Korea "Runway Cop" and "Don't Click" "Runway Cop" (2012)Directed by Sin Tae-raWith Kang Ji-hwan, Seong Yoo-ri, Lee Soo-hyeok, Kim Yeong-kwang, Shin Min-chul, Sin Jeong-geun,...SynopsisAll he has is smell and a D-line body but is devoted in catching the bad guys. Detective Cha (Kang Ji-hwan) takes the cover of a model on a runway to solve a case. "Don

Actress Sin Se-kyeong will be making her debut... as a singer! (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

The 22-year-old actress will be releasing her very own song in the very near future. She has already completed the recording of the digital single, set to be released sometime mid-next month through the major domestic music sites. According to Shin representatives, the young star has always had an interest in music and has been waiting for an opportunity to release her own music. In the past, s

JYJ's Kim Junsu #10 on US World Album Billboard Chart (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Hallyu star Kim Junsu of JYJ has recently released his first solo album , and it's been gaining attention in the United States. According to his management on May 29th, the album has hit number 10 on the US Billboard charts, more specifically the World Album chart as of the May 25th. The rankings are determined by album sales in not only the U.S., but also Canada. In other countries, Junsu's s

French K-Pop Fan Club to Perform in Seoul (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Members of Korean Connection gather to show their support for K-pop in Seoul on Monday. Korean Connection, a K-pop fan club from France, is set to show its love for the genre by staging a performance in synch with hit songs in downtown Seoul. Some 64 members of the fan group will imitate the dance moves of K-pop bands in front of the Korea Tourism Organization's headquarters on Wednesday for 3

Today's Photo: May 30, 2012 (2012/05/30)

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Lee Min-jeong (left) and Gong Yoo pose at a press conference for their new TV drama "Big" in Seoul on Tuesday. Lee Min-jeong, Gong Yoo and "Suzy" Lee Min-jeong "Suzy" Gong Yoo Jang Hee-jin Baek Seong-hyeon Shin Won-ho Jang Hee-jin, Lee Min-jeong, Gong Yoo, "Suzy", Shin Won-ho and Baek Seong-hyeon Lee Min-jeong, Gong Yoo and "Suzy"

Korea's oldest silent film revived (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Cho Hee-bong, right, narrates "Crossroads of Youth", the oldest surviving film in Korea, during a screening with a live music performance at Ewha Centennial Hall, central Seoul, Saturday. / Courtesy of the Cultural Heritage Administration As the black and white film began rolling, a four-piece band - keyboard, violin, cello and piano accordion - played music and a narrator explained the first s

Director Lim Sang-soo captures recipe of failure at Cannes (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

The Cannes Film Festival appears to be particularly cruel for one Korean director. Perhaps Lim Sang-soo's tirade for his failure to win means a gap the Korean film industry has to fill to be a producer of movies that truly live up to global standards. Before and after the closing ceremony, Lim, who directed, "The Taste of Money", said to various Korean media that his failure to win was a person

(37) 'Yonsama': Korean love god captures Japanese hearts (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actor Bae Yong-joon waves upon his arrival as Japanese fans gather at Tokyo International Airport in Narita on Nov. 25, 2004. Bae, a main actor of the mega-hit Korean soap opera "Winter Sonata", was on a promotion tour of Japan. / Korea Times file Actor Bae Yong-joon leads 'hallyu' (Korea wave) Some years ago, this writer climbed into a taxi in Seoul. As is commonly the case, the driver asked

Art and Culture (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

It's Wednesday and it's celebrity news time with our Michelle Kim. She has all the latest updates and the hottest issues from Hollywood. And I hear that she also has the inside details on how the whole Broadway scene works. Hello Michelle [Reporter : ] Hello Han-ul So what do you have for us today[Reporter : ] We are so used to watching musicals and plays with all of the stage production, act

Taecyeon thinks he's shrinking (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

2PM's Taecyeon has expressed his worry over not being able to exercise following surgery on his broken arm.On May 29, the 2PM member, known for his athletic physique, used his Twitter to say, "10 days of not being able to work-out. I feel like Super Mario who has been deprived of mushroomsandhellip; I wonder if it'll reach a point where I'll have to start wearing orange skinny jeans. I've got to r

Former boy band member to try his luck in Japan (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Heo Yeong-saeng, best known for being a part of boy band SS501, of which hallyu star Kim Hyun-joong was a part, will launch his career in Japan in August.Heo's agency told local media on May 29 that following the release of two solo albums in Korea, Heo will release his Japanese debut album in August".He will then hold his first solo concert there in September and then take to touring overseas",

Defconn paid Yoo Jae-seok with a kebab for his feature (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Hip-hop artist Defconn revealed on his Twitter on May 29 that all he had to do to get comedian Yoo Jae-seok to feature in his No. 1 song "Olympic Bridge" released on the day was to buy him a kebab worth 2,000 won ($1.7)".Thanks to my bros who at the mention of featuring in the song dropped what they were coming to make their way to the studio in Itaewon. When I offered to treat them, Yoo Jae-seo

Boyfriend ready to surface in Japan (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Korean boy band Boyfriend held a press conference inside a submarine on May 28 in Tokyo to mark its official debut in Japan.At the event attended by 250 members of the press, the boy band talked about plans for its new single as well as its showcase coming up in June.When the press inquired the band on the meaning of its name, Dong-hyun replied, "It means that we want to be everyone's 'boyfriend

Wonder Girls reveal new concept (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Just five days until the release of its new album, the Wonder Girls revealed a group shot that showed the members showcasing a new concept for the upcoming album. In the picture uploaded at midnight yesterday, the five girls are decked out in colorful attire and makeup".As one of the most beloved girl groups in Korea, the Wonder Girls will return this summer with songs that will get everyone swa

K-pop stars to rock the Yeosu Expo (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

CN Blue From mid-June, K-pop heavyweights will dazzle audiences at the Yeosu Expo.Super Junior and CN Blue will perform from mid-June until Aug. 12, following the footsteps of the Wonder Girls, Kim Jang-hoon, Se7en, 2AM, Due to over-crowding at the beach-side stage, a new area will be built on the wharf, catering to more than 20,000 K-pop fans. The "Expo Pop Festival" will be included in the ad

B.A.P to hold live Web chat with fans (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

B.A.P Boy band B.A.P will hold a live-stream chat on Tuesday with K-pop fans across the globe. The event is being orchestrated by one of the leading K-pop Web sites, allkpop.com, and will take place in the evening (EST).Despite the time differences, fans from around the world are expressing their enthusiasm about the chance to speak to one of the hottest newbie boy bands of K-pop. Fans will be

Rising Korean stars 'Boyfriend' make official Japan debut (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Members of South Korean pop group "Boyfriend" pose on a ship in Tokyo Bay Monday. / AP-Yonhap By Rachel Lee Rising Korean stars "Boyfriend" made their official Japan debut Monday. The boy group's agency said that they have signed a contract with Bing Entertainment, an agency based in Japan, and will release their first single on Aug. 22. Famous Japanese musicians such as B'z, ZARD and Kuraki

Girl power fuels 4minute (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

5-member act makes bold sounds, sexiness their own By Kwaak Je-yup Even from the first note of their debut single, it is easy to tell: 4minute is not just another girl group. The sounds and words are wild and free - uninhibited - a rarity in an industry that prefers to keep all material fine-tuned for maximum listener friendliness. Since their

Who are 4minute? (2012/05/30)

Wed, 30 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Members of Korean girl group 4minute pose in a promotional photo. The "little girl" concept is seemingly out of character for the three-year-old act most associated with thumping beats, athletic choreography and provocative costumes. / Courtesy of Cube Entertainment By Rachel Lee With their bouncy, boisterous character, 4minute are known to us for hits such as "Hot Issue", and "Heart To Heart"

The three major broadcasting companies are going head to head once again (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

The year started off with SBS "Take Care of Us, Captain", MBC "The Sun and The Moon" and KBS "Wild Romance" followed by KBS "The Equator Man", MBC "The King 2 Hearts" and SBS "The Rooftop Prince". Today (30th) three more dramas start at the same time. KBS presents "Bridal Mask", an original based on Heo Yeong-man's work about to be made into a blockbuster. The cast and staff includes Joo Won

"The Rooftop" Micky Yoochun and Han Ji-min so 'close' (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

The crew and staff of "The Rooftop Prince" made memories with pictures A video titled, "Park Ha touches Lee Gak's face while taking group picture". This video's contents shows the whole "Rooftop" group getting together to take a group picture after the final reunion scene of Lee Gak and Park Ha. The two played the roles of very sweet lovers who loved each other so much despite the difference i

JYJ Kim Jae-joong's charismatic eyes (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Kim Jae-joong's picture has everyone talking about it. In the picture corner of the MBC TV drama "Doctor Jin" homepage, a picture was posted with the title, "Don't lose a single one!" It was a picture of Kim Jae-joong dressed up as Kim Kyeong-tak in the drama with eyes that look like they're about to penetrate the heart of whoever is looking. In the picture, Kim Jae-joong is on a horse with an

[TD Photo] Kim Ah-joong looks different (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Kim Ah-joong appeared at a publication event called, "Woo Hyeon-jeung, Shows Light" in Seoul on the 29th. Woo Hyeon-jeung has been in charge of making up so many artists like Ko Hyeon-jeong, Kim Ah-joong and more for fifteen years and she's just released a beauty book with tips on make up.

Kim Tae-hee, a shampoo model (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Actress Kim Tae-hee has been selected as the next model for shampoo brand 'Elastine' in following long term model Jeon Ji-hyeon. LG Life Health Hair cosmetics brand 'Elastine' has given a change in its image for the eleventh time from Jeon Ji-hyeon to Kim Tae-hee. LG Life Health commented, "We are going to hold a fan meeting for our newly selected model Kim Tae-hee. This is so that Kim Tae-hee

IU "I got Jiyeon a fake bag for her birthday" (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

"IU" explained about getting Jiyeon a fake branded bag. She appeared in the SBS TV program "Kang Heart" and said, "There was a fashion style recently that became an issue at the airport. It was that I was holding a branded backpack. I only knew that was a branded bag after I read the article". After having received a set of underwear for her birthday from T-Ara's Jiyeon, "IU" went to Dong Dae-

Jang Geun-seok and Yoona's wedding picture (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Jang Geun-seok and Yoona took a wedding picture. Jang Geun-seok posted a picture on his Twitter on the 30th of May saying, "Seo Joon and Jeong Hana". In the picture are Jang Geun-seok and Yoona wearing a wedding dress and a tuxedo for their wedding scene in the KBS 2TV drama "Love Rain" which ended on the 29th. Coming to a happy ending, the two are smiling with their arms over their shoulders.

[Spoiler] "Lights and Shadows" Son Dam-bi's ever ending love for Ahn Jae-wook (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

Son Dam-bi came back as a singer to get the attention of Ahn Jae-wook. On the fifty-forth episode of the MBC drama "Lights and Shadows" on the 29th, Yoo Chae-yeong (Son Dam-bi) fund out that Lee Jeong-hye's (Nam Sang-mi) father was Lee Hyeon-soo (Dok-go Yeong-jae) and that joined powers with Jang Cheol-hwan (Jeon Gwang-ryeol). Yoo Chae-yeong was up on stage for the first time

[Spoiler] "THE CHASER - Drama" Son Hyeon-joo uses punch force on Lee Yong-woo (2012/05/29)

Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

"THE CHASER - Drama" Son Hyeon-joo caught Lee Yong-woo and beat him up. In the second episode of the new SBS drama "THE CHASER - Drama", Baek Hong-seok (Song Hyeon-joo) caught his daughter Baek Soo-jeong's (Lee Hye-in) murderer PK Joon (Lee Yong-woo). Kang Dong-yoon (Kim Sang-joong) had the roads renewed and hacked into the National Police Agency CCTV to delete anything that could be evidence

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Tue, 29 May 12 12:00:00 -0700

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Standby	Welcome Rain to my Life	An Angel's Choice	Monster	Yellow Boots
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