[NEWS] Kim Junsu rewrites K-pop history with his world tour!

JYJ member Junsu who has embarked on his solo career will write a new K-pop history of his own. Wrapping up his Asia tour which made stops in Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan and China, he is now preparing for another tour, this time in North and South America and Europe.His first solo album “Tarantalegra” dominated international music charts, including Germany’s Asia music chart, Chile’s Etc…TV pop chart and Japan’s iTunes music chart. It also ranked on Billboard’s top 10 world album along with its music video entering at No.1 on a Chinese weekly music video chart.Junsu planned out a world tour from the early stage of his solo career as he had limited...

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[NEWS] JYP reveals he had doubts about Nichkhun becoming a singer

At a recording for the KBS variety show “Happy Together” on Thursday, the head of JYP Entertainment, Park Jin Young, confessed that he wasn’t so sure about 2PM’s Nichkhun when they first met.“I seriously doubted whether he could become a singer,” said Park about the first time the two met and Park saw the boy band member’s dance and vocal skills. At the time, the 2PM member also said he had no interest in becoming a singer, so the indifferent feelings were mutual.“I had no desire to enter into JYP Entertainment,” said Nichkhun. “I changed my mind, though, because of Rain.”The change of heart turned out to be a blessing for the JYP producer, who...

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[NEWS] D-Unit’s Wooram passes out at practice

Ill health may run in the family for T-ara member Boram and her sister Wooram (center) from the newbie female trio D-Unit.According to Wooram’s agency, the young star who goes by the stage name R.A.M passed out yesterday while rehearsing dance moves in Cheongdam-dong. The incident occurred about 1:30 a.m. and initially, the group members thought Wooram, ever the prankster, was just messing around.When it was obvious that the 24-year-old wasn’t faking it, the members and agency personnel tried to help. “She said it wasn’t so bad as to go to the hospital and apologized for causing a stir,” said a spokesperson for D-Unit’s agency.Wooram’s health...

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Vincent Wong, Benjamin Yuen & William Chak's Memorable 'Tiger Cubs' Scenes

TVB handsome guys Vincent Wong, Benjamin Yuen and William Chak possess healthy body figures. In their new series, Tiger Cubs, they play members of the SDU and went through a chain of physical training. For the sake of making the scenes realistic, Vincent gets injured while shooting a car chasing scene: "That scene, we had to roll on the ground and then dodge the on coming car, but at the time I rolled into a large rock, that I couldn't see and injured my back. I went to see the doctor later and found out my pelvic bone shifted. I had to do 2-3 months of physical therapy!" In the series, the actors often show off their built bodies, displaying...

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Raymond Lam claims he looks matured, not due to plastic surgery

Artistes in showbiz are continuously publishing books at the Book Fair, Raymond Lam joins in on the lively atmosphere,as well, launching his full photo book collection IT'S LF published by TVB Weekly. The photo book is a collection of all the photos he has taken in the last 10+ years that he's been in showbiz. Those who have followed Raymond over the years can see his 'life changes'. Raymond's facial appearance is often questioned as difference are seen in his looks today compared to the past. This time, there is no need to speculate any further because Raymond allowed fans to personally examine him. He confidently said: "I don't think there...

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Cecilia Cheung's Armor look has been unveiled

The Cecilia Cheung Pak Chi starred film THE LION ROARS 2 (HOR DUNG SI HAU 2) will be released soon. Her armor look has been unveiled. While in the armor Pak Chi looked strong, actually during the shoot she suffered. The film was shot in the blazing August last year when the temperature reached 35 degree Celsius and rain was constant. Although the location was dirty and muddy, Pak Chi did not complain. The director and the action director worried that she would slip and ask for a double, but she declined as she insisted on personally performing.Source: MingpaoTranslated by: hktop...

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[INTERVIEW] SNSD in HIGH CUT Magazine!

-Starting with TaeTiSeo, I could feel that you were enjoying the stage whenever I watched your unit activities.-TAEYEON: It was fun because we had more chances to sing differently from Girls’ Generation’s activities.TIFFANY: At first, the fact that just the three of us had to fill the stage from start to finish was burdensome. Still, because I could take part in singing and the style myself, it was really fun.SEOHYUN: I’m really thankful that people have been telling me that I’ve matured, putting my usual quiet image behind. I gained a lot of confidence because of the response was so good.-Seohyun, The sticker under your eye was appraised as...

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[NEWS] EXO-M in Pop Magazine 538th Issue!

But EXO-M - You're seriously good looking!Since the start, shooting is something interesting, the important SEGMENTS that are related to subject of the shoot and every minute, every second's INSPIRATION that suddenly appears will become a beautiful memory. Da Zui - has welcomed countless big-shot celebrities in front of the camera, it had always been a place that is crammed with stories. But with guests like EXO-M, "when they come, the rain follows and when they leave, the autumn wind picks up the leaves, "they're rare to be seen. Da Zui, for this particular shot, has been prepared since a month ago. Indeed, since their debut, Da Zui has already...

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[NEWS] Yuri, Sunny and Seohyun watched ‘Hairspray’ musical with Superstar K’s Esna!

On July 19th, a contestant of ‘Superstar K’, Yoon Bit Nara (also known as Esna) posted an update on her personal Twitter account, “Thanks to Yuri, I had a fun and exciting time watching the musical ‘Hairspray’. Gong HyungJin sunbaenim awesome, everyone is awesome! To all the pretty juniors, you guys are awesome too. Hairspray was AMAZING! Fun times with Yuri, Sunny & Seohyun.”In the photo uploaded, Yuri, Seohyun, Sunny and Yoonbit Nara went backstage to look for actor Gong HyungJin and snapped a photo together with a ‘V-sign’ pose. Although the girls did not wear much make-up, their natural beauty stood out.Netizens who saw the photo commented,...

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Angelina Zhang sinks Jeana Ho

Jeana Ho Pui Yu and Angelina Zhang (Cheung Woon Nga) yesterday promoted their film DUE WEST: OUR SEX JOURNEY (YUT LO HEUNG SAI) original novel at the Book Fair. The 34D Cheung Woon Nga pushed up for the occasion but the tardy Jeana was exceptionally conservative. Both starred in DUE WEST. Jeana was asked about Cheung Woon Nga stealing her thunder, Jeana asked, "Who is Cheung Woon Nga? I don't mind, we are in the same movie. When she is sexy, I can be conservative!"Source: Mingpao, on.ccTranslated by: hktop...

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Jessica Hsuan wants to be the bad person and kidnapper

Jessica Hsuan, Joe Ma, Vincent Wong and Yoyo Chen attended the promotional event for TVB series Tiger Cubs yesterday. The current broadcast times for the series are on Saturdays and Sundays, Jessica expressed she was initially worried viewers may get confused and miss the Saturday broadcast, and hence affect the ratings. Now that the ratings are doing well, it truly helped opened a new series broadcast time slot. Joe expressed if the ratings get better, he'll treat the cast and crew a meal to celebrate. Asked if he'll wear swim trunks? He said: "To make it even more enjoyable, we can go for a cruise trip." Asked if Jessica would wear a bikini...

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Ron Ng withered: "As Long As She's Happy"

The confusing relationship between Ron Ng and Viann Zhang, the "Ron-Viann Love", further develops when Viann announced their breakup yesterday. It was also rumored she hooked up with Mainland actor Chen Li, since there were pictures of them out at the nightclubs and heading home together! Yesterday Ron attended an awards ceremony in Guangzhou, and appeared relaxed towards the whole issue. He was presented with the "Enjoying Thin New Product Award' based on the commercial he did for health product brand Xing Jian Tang. Regarding the rumor that he and Viann broke up 3 months ago? Ron said: "The breakup, I only found out last night when the reporters...

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Andy talked about his height phobia

Andy Lau, Lin Chiling and Zhang Jingchu went for the photo shoot for the poster of their latest film – Switch and took the chance to do some promotion yesterday, the film’s boss Peter Lam was also present to pay them a visit but he soon left after the champagne opening ceremony. Although the photo shoot was at the remote Chai Wan Estate, but several fans who were on summer holiday did went to catch a glimpse of Andy.The two female leads also dressed sexily and posed as though they were models on the platform, as Andy quipped: “It looked like I’m attending a beauty pageant.” Some seize the chance to ask if he’ll give permission to his daughter...

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Wong Kar Wai spends his 54th birthday on the grandmasters set

Director Wong Kar Wai turned 54. He is currently working on the December release THE GRANDMASTERS (YUT DOI JUNG SI) and had to celebrate on the set. Zhang Ziyi posted the birthday celebration photo from the set. THE GRANDMASTERS was a film that Wong Kar Wai prepared 13 years for and took almost 3 years to shoot on and off. Viewers who were anxious to see Tony Leung Chiu Wai worried that the film would never be released and joked that it was "missing for a generation". In March the film announced its mid December release, but the film is still in "a hurry to wrap up" production.Source: MingpaoTranslated by: hktop...

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Lau Ching Wan refuses to reveal attacker

Producer Derek Yee Tung Sing, director Law Chi Leung, Lau Ching Wan, Jiang Yiyan, Liu Kai Chi and Wu Gang yesterday attended the Beijing THE BULLET VANISHES (SIU SUT DIK JI DAN) press conference. The theatrical trailer was premiered. Two great detectives Nicholas Tse Ting Fung and Lau Ching Wan's investigation team look was unveiled. In addition Mini Yang Mi's loving dialogue with Tse Ting Fung, her panic dash and fiery explosion with Tse Ting Fung were in it.Ching Wan in his solo poster looked focused and sharp. He picked up a bullet and pointed it directly toward his temple. The feeling was suspenseful and dangerous. Ching Wan joked, "An enemy...

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Shiga Lin hides her conventional figure

The film LAN KWAI FONG 2 (HEI OI YEH PO 2)'s cast yesterday promoted on a yacht. Shiga Lin Si Nga lost the attention as she did not appear in a swimsuit. She said, "I know my figure isn't as sharp as the other girls', no need to frighten anyone. I have never sold being sexy, I could only accept healthy sexy. My friends have never made fun of me being flat either." Her skin was sensitive to sea water. Even when she went to the pool she would swim with a tee.Kelvin Kwan Chor Yiu was unwilling to show off his figure. He explained, "I only want to show my figure on the big screen. (Chrissie) Chau Sau Na's boyfriend (Avis) Chan Wai Sing and I trained...

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Niki Chow signs with Richie Ren's company, denies betraying TVB

Yesterday the press conference was held for Niki Chow joining Richie Ren and Peter Lam's company Mountain Entertainment (ME) (????). Her colleagues William So and Wendy Zheng attended to support her. A magazine reported that actually Niki already signed a contract with TVB, but then she turned around and signed both her management and singer contract with ME, which angered TVB executive Virgina Lok. Due to this, TVB decided to pull out the 'traitor' Niki's latest series Sergeant Tabloid from the broadcast schedule. Sergeant Tabloid was initially scheduled to air in August. Regarding the rumor, Niki denied she's a traitor: "[You're] gonna kill...

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[INFO] Se7en Best Album set for release 2012.9.5!

Title: Still undecidedVersion 12CD + 2DVD – 7800 yenCD contentDisc 1 – Japan Best (10 or more representative songs from Japan)Disc 2 – Korea Best (10 or more representative songs from Korea)DVD ContentDisc 1 – Representative MVs from Korea and Japan (Duration undecided)Disc 2 – Se7en 7th single Showcase ‘Love Again’ Live Video Duration undecided)Version 22CD + DVD – 5040 yenCD discs 1 + 2, DVD disc 1 (see above)Version 32CD – 3500 yenCD discs 1 + 2(YGEX points can be accumulated for first editions of all 3 versions)Source: http://www.ygex.jp/se7en/discography/index.h...

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[VIDEO] T-ara is busy practicing "Sexy Love"!

T-ara will release their repackaged album in August and here is the video clip of the girls practicing and recording for the title song of their new album titled "Sexy Love",check out the video bel...

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[PICTURE] Sunggyu snapped pictures with Lucky fans!

INFINITE member Sunggyu took pictures with lucky fans.The photos of Sunggyu with fans circulated on the internet and garners much attention. You can see him posing with fans in the photos above. The fans expressed jealousy as Sunggyu put his hand on one of the fans shoulder while smiling.Do you envy these lucky fans?Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews....

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[NEWS] 2NE1′s Sandara Park, Vivid Purple Hair In Addition To Shaved Head Hairstyle “No End To Exceptional Style”!

Girl group 2NE1 member, Sandara Park, once again pulls off an exceptional hair style.On the 15th, 2NE1 performed their newest single, “I Love You” on the stage of SBS music program, Inkigayo. During this day’s stage, Sandara Park’s vividly purple hairstyle, stood out and was a strong eye catcher.Sandara Park had long, straight hair, with the front being trimmed shorter to shoulder-length, and dyed to a shockingly intense color, aside from the change of style. This hairstyle and fun color, added more excitement to 2NE1's stage. Sandara Park’s current shaved head hairstyle, was still present, as her right side showed off the shaved portion, while...

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[NEWS] Original stage names of idols revealed

The original stage names of some of today’s top stars have been revealed and currently attracting much attention among netizens.Recently on an online community board, a list with the title, “Idols’ original stage names” was posted giving the list of idol groups and their unique or rather hilarious stage names.Included in the list is Super Junior, with Leeteuk originally planned to debut as ‘Kang Soo’, a name similar to his real name. Shindong could have become ‘Udon’ while Kangin as ‘Woongdam’ and Kyuhyun as ‘Gweehyun’. TVXQ considered to be named ‘Oh Jang Yook Boo’ which means ‘internal organs’ while Big Bang almost debut as ‘Diamond’. Within...

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[NEWS] ‘K-Pop Star’ to release a book about season 1

SBS’ popular survival audition show ‘K-Pop Star’ will be releasing a book containing the behind stories of the first season’s contestants.A staff from the show announced on July 17th, “In hopes that the moments of laughter and tears of the ‘K-Pop Star’ contestants will be remembered, we decided to make a book that records them all.”The book will include interviews, pictorials and behind-the-scene stories about the contestants that weren’t shown on the show itself. It will also talk about the Big 3 agencies, SM, YG and JYP Entertainments’ audition casting know-hows and trainings.Regarding the book release, a production staff commented, “We have...

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[NEWS] YoonA is all dressed up for a vacation

On July 17th, pictorials of YoonA’s ‘vacation-look’ for outdoor clothing brand, Eider was revealed and it has attracted the attention of netizens.In the pictorials revealed, besides her beautiful long hair which portrays her innocent look, YoonA was seen in a young-looking, sporty and colorful clothing. Complete with ribbon as her accessories, a swimming tube and a huge hat, looks like YoonA is ready to go on a vacation!Netizens who saw the photos commented, “YoonA looks pretty in anything she wears”, “Anything she wears can be used for pictorials”, “I wish to go on a vacation with YoonA”, “Where is Girls’ Generation going for a vacation?”, “Beach...

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[VIDEO] Brown Eyed Girls unveils MV for “One Summer Night’s Dream”

After releasing their new digital single ‘The Original’ earlier today, Brown Eyed Girls finally unveiled the full music video for title track, “One Summer Night’s Dream”!“One Summer Night’s Dream” which was co-composed by leader JeA and penned by Kim Eana, is a smooth, refreshing ballad that highlights the members’ voca...

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[VIDEO] A-PRINCE releases MV teaser for “You’re the Only One”

A-PRINCE, formerly known as TAKEN, has released the music video teaser for their pre-debut single, “You’re the Only One”.“You’re the Only One” is notably special as MBLAQ’s lead vocal G.O is directly involved in writing the lyrics and music for it. The song is scheduled to be released on July 25th prior to their official deb...

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[NEWS] Super Junior's Yesung is in awe with their album's appearing in Billboard's World Album Chart

Looks not Super Junior's Yesung was surprised and amazed with Super Junior's album debuting at the Billboard's World Album Chart. On the 15th of July, he updated his twitter account and shared, "My Gosh... Number 3 on the Billboard World Album Music Charts, that's our group's name... I cannot believe it, hehe".It was recently reported that Super Junior's album "Sexy, Free and Single" debuted at the 3rd spot at the Billboard World album chart being in the same charts with worldwide artists such as Chris Brown, Linkin Park, Adele, Maroon 5, Justin Beiber, Katy Perry and others. Netizens commented, "Daebak, it's certainly awesome", "they are also...

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[VIDEO] TAHITI releases first MV teaser for “Tonight”

Dream Star Entertainment’s upcoming girl group TAHITI is gearing up for their official debut. After releasing their first teaser yesterday, the second video teaser for their debut track, “Tonight” has been unveiled.The six-member TAHITI is currently starring in their own reality show, SBS-MTV’s ‘Ta-dah! It’s TAHITI’ which started airing on April and will end on the 16th. The new season of the show features the whole process of the group’s debut, where they’ve captured the audience with their fresh visuals and talents.TAHITI will make their official debut on July 24th. In the meantime, check out their teaser featuring the next two members Minjae...

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[PICTURE] Brown Eyed Girls reveal teaser photo for Ga In

The fierce ladies of Brown Eyed Girls are finally coming back with a new digital single. After releasing the teaser photos of Narsha, JeA and Miryo, the final individual teaser for member Ga In has been unveiled. On July 16th, Brown Eyed Girls’ official Twitter account posted, “Finally D-1!! Here’s Ga In’s teaser photo, which many of you have been waiting for!” along with the alluring teaser image of Ga In donning a floral-patterned top, short skirt with heels and hat. Brown Eyed Girls will be releasing their new digital single “The Original” on July 17...

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[NEWS] SISTAR Dasom's past graduation photo revealed!

SISTAR's Dasom get's a blast from the past! On the 15th of July, a random graduation photo of Dasom was shared on various online communities with the title, "A bit shocking past photo of SISTAR's Dasom, are they the same person?".Dasom's past graduation photo was revealed which shows a bit different side to Dasom. On the photo you can see her giving a smile and holding a teddy bear. She has full bangs, short hair and bare face accentuating her small eyes. Netizens commented, "Dasom looks a bit different from before and now", "She looks way prettier now than in her past photo", "She looks cute even before". Perhaps make up really makes a huge...

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[NEWS] 2PM's NichKhun gives Wooyoung's solo debut performance a thumbs up

2PM's NichKhun shows his support to his fellow 2PM member Wooyoung who just recently finished his debut performances on music shows this week. On the 14th of July NichKhun updated his twitter account and shared, "2NITE-JWY(Jang Wooyoung)" and shared a photo.On his photo you can see him giving a thumbs up while watching Wooyoung's debut performance at MBC "Music Core". Look's like NichKhun didnt want to miss Wooyoung's debut performance and also was impressed with Wooyoung's performance. Netizens commented, "He has really beautiful fingers", "That's so nice to see them supporting each other", "They share a really close relationship".  What...

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[NEWS] SNSD's Tiffany transforms into a pink princess at a fashion show red carpet

SNSD's Tiffany recently attended the "KOLON SPORT 2012 Fall Winter Fashion show collection" and at the red carpet, Tiffany showed up head to toe in pink (minus the shorts). Tiffany looked like a pink princess with her red hair and matching neon pink blouse and heels and even her phone is colored pink.Look's like Tiffany likes the color pink and she looks cute and feminine in the color which also compliments her milky white complexion. Netizens commented, "She looks great in Pink", "She looks awesome", "I dont mind seeing her in all pink, she looks great in that color".Source: NateWritten by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews....

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[NEWS] CNBLUE’s Yonghwa and Park Shin Hye sell out fan meeting in Japan

On-screen lovers from the drama “Heartstrings” Jung Yonghwa and Pak Shin Hye will visit Japan on July 16 for a fan meet for their drama.The event to take place at Tokyo International Forum will be conducted like a talking session between the stars and their fans. FNC Entertainment announced that more than 10,000 fans will attend the event which was sold out as soon as the tickets went on sale on June 30.A Japanese representative from the fan meet said that as well as entertaining fans on the day, the two co-stars will also donate part of the proceeds from the event to charity body dubbed Korea Food for the Hungry Organization. The Korean drama...

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