Singapore’s Top Korean Pop Artists in 2012!

In a span of 11 days, from the start of (x)clusive‘s 3rd Anniversary celebrations on 20th July until 31st July, (x)clusive garnered thousands of votes from Korean Pop lovers to establish the most favourite KPOP artistes in 2012 in Singapore.This voting even made it as entertainment headlines on local Chinese daily newspaper Lianhe Wanbao, just two days after it ended! Although the main bulk of votes came from Singapore, there were also hundreds of votes coming in from countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, establishing the reach of the local Korean Pop scene.So who are the Top KPOP artistes in Singapore as voted by the local (and...

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2NE1’s Bom and Dara shows off their ride!

Seemed a bit jealous of the maknae’s new ride, 2NE1’s older members Park Bom and Sandara Park hopped on first the giant roller coaster car.On August 9th, Sandara updated her me2day saying, “While we were busily preparing for the concert one day… We went to the gymnasium to practice for our solo stage performances without the maknae! Ha ha They we found “Please Don’t Go” team’s roller coaster! We got on it before CL and Minzy! Ke ke ke ^_^v Tried to do the doll poses like the kids’ concept! Ke Really~ The unnies are the most playful! We even did a lot of the “Please Don’t Go” dance~ Ke ke.”In the attached photo, Park Bom and Sandara Park can be...

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Psy hits first on Billboard’s ‘K-Pop Hot 100’ for third week in a row

With “Gangnam Style” fever continuing to make its wave, singer Psy retains its lead on the Billboard’s ‘K-Pop Hot 100’ for a third week straight!According to Billboard’s latest chart, Psy’s latest title track “Gangnam Style” extended its domination, cementing at the top of the ‘K-Pop Hot 100’ chart for three consecutive weeks. Trailing behind him are SISTAR’s “Loving U” and BoA’s “Only One” which remained at second and third spot respectively.Making a big leap to fourth was Davichi’s “Do Men Cry” while the rest of the top ten was filled with familiar singers and songs including CNBLUE Jonghyun’s “My Love”, 2NE1’s “I Love You”, B2ST’s “Beautiful...

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EXID releases concept photos for ‘Hippity Hop’

Having already showcased their charisma through debut track “Whoz That Girl”, rookie girl group EXID will be making their comeback with brand new line-up and first mini-album ‘Hippity Hop’. After releasing a music video teaser, the girls unveiled concept photos for next album.Released via the group’s official fan cafe, the photos were specially produced to cheer on the athletes at the 2012 London Olympics. EXID members can be seen playfully posing with sports-themed props such as bicycle, bat and balls.EXID will dropped its comeback album ‘Hippity Hop’ on August 14th. Check out the individual cuts bel...

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Steven Ma Uses Bugs Zapper as Badminton Racket

Steven Ma has always loved sports, especially badminton. His enthusiasm for badminton is so 'feverish' that he would not forgo any available spare time playing badminton even when at Hengdian shooting a series. (May-July). In between shooting scenes, he would use this free time to practice badminton strokes with an electric bugs zapper. With the bugs zapper in his hand, he had a game going, now 'killing the shuttlecock', now 'backhanding the shuttlecock', thoroughly enjoying his badminton fix. What's so amusing is that his immersion in his pretend game was so total, it incurred other workers' snickers at seeing him so, but ignoring all, Steven...

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Andy: “Sorry, I don’t like married woman!”

Anna Yau Hoi Man who just got married in July held a press conference for her new book You Are the Queen and the promotion of You Are the Queen II fashion variety show, she invited three person whom she described as the most important persons in her life which includes Andy Lau, Ocean Chan and Ho Lai Chuen, her good friends Carrie Lam and Bonnie Xian Se-Li also attended. Ho Lai Chuen presented Anna with wedding biscuit to congratulate her of promoting to Mrs. Lai.Anna whom was signed up by Andy’s company many years ago expressed that Andy has great influence on her career, she would remember the meaning of life and theory that Andy had told her,...

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Ella Koon did not kick Fiona Sit out of Warner Music

It was rumored Ella Koon signed a three year contract with Warner for HK$6 million, a super low price, and successfully kicked Fiona Sit out of the company. She'll be joining Warner and become their new Big Sister. Yesterday she attended fashion brand TITICACA's new store opening ceremony with colleagues from Warner and her old company. She announced she has officially joined Warner: "I'm very pleased with the price, but I don't want to say what it is. After all, my company and I are happy with the contract." Ella frankly expressed she did not know Fiona was leaving Warner when she signed with them: "I actually thought I'll get collaborate with...

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Charmaine Sheh learns bottle-feeding from Sonija Kwok's little princess

Charmaine Sheh is currently on break and back in Hong Kong. Lately, she's been meeting up with friends back home. Earlier she invited her good friends to her house for dinner and asked her mom to cook for them. Everyone had a good time and praised the good food. Last night, Charmaine went to visit her old buddy Sonjia Kwok and her newborn daughter. Sonija gave birth to little Kylie in May and has been busy looking after her daughter since, so she has not resume working yet. Kylie is over 2 months old now, Charmaine carried Kylie and even fed her milk. Charmaine and Sonija posted photos on Weibo of the experience. Charmaine praised Sonija's little...

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Jessica Hsuan to beg Louis Koo to guest star in 'Tiger Cubs' sequel

Joe Ma, Jessica Hsuan and the rest of the Tiger Cubs cast had a party on the cruise to celebrate the high ratings and also to promote for Sunday's 2 hour finale. Him Law and Vincent Wong were absent from the promotion, but the rest of the male artists showed off their muscles and played in the water. Joe claimed he'll be willing to 'strip' if the ratings goes over 40 points. At the event, Jessica said she was feeling unwell and it wasn't convenient for her to into the water. Tiger Cubs aired in a new time slot, getting good ratings and positive feedback. TVB executive chairman Norman Leung expressed there will be a celebration on August 21st;...

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‘A Gentleman’s Dignity’ reveals photos from final shooting

With just two episodes remaining after two weeks of postponement due to the 2012 London Olympics, ‘A Gentleman’s Dignity’ released several photos from the drama’s final shooting.On August 8th, drama’s production company, Hwa and Dam Pictures unveiled behind-the-scenes photos of the cast members. In the photos, Jang Dong Gun, Kim Ha Neul, Kim Min Jong, Yoon Jin Yi, Kim Soo Ro and others were all smiles as they gathered to take last pictures together.Even in the heat of over 30 degrees Celsius, all casts worked hard without showing signs of exhaustion. Having garnered positive response from viewers, the production and cast could work in good spirits...

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CROSS GENE reveals making-of video from album jacket shoot

Rookie group CROSS GENE made an explosive debut last June with their first mini album ‘Timeless’ and title song “La-Di Da-Di”. On August 9th, the group’s official Youtube page released the making-of video from their album jacket photo shoot.CROSS GENE has been attracting a lot of attention being labeled as an international pop group. Having a line-up of a Japanese, two Chinese and three Korean members, the group is comprised by members Shin Won Ho, Takuya, Casper, Sangmin, J.G. and Yongsuk.Check out the video bel...

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Girls’ Generation’s Yuri gives a cake to Shin Se Kyung

Girls’ Generation member Yuri recently gave a congratulatory cake for actress Shin Se Kyung to wish her goodluck with her latest movie, “R2B: Return to Base”.On August 9th, Shin Se Kyung posted on her Twitter, “Choi Anna is a scary girl..” and attached a photo of the cake above. The cake, which was sent by Yuri, has a written message that reads, “Lee Gayoung I’m watching you. R2B daebak!”Yuri and Shin Se Kyung both starred in recently-concluded SBS drama series “Fashion King”. Shin Se Kyung played the role of Lee Gayoung while Yuri played Choi Anna. Even after the drama, the two stars continued to support each other.Meanwhile, Shin Se Kyung will...

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Wong Jing Helping TVB in TV Battle, Deanie Ip Filming Series to Save TVB

Wong Jing will be filming a 40-episode modern series for TVB. Deanie Ip has been invited as the female lead. Other artistes include Mainland newcomer Kimmy Tong, Kenneth Ma, Hawick Lau, etc.Wong Jing admitted that he would be filming a series for TVB: "Yes, TVB has invested in my company to film a Mainland series about family revenge. Looking for [Deanie Ip] to be the head of the household. Kimmy Tong is her adopted daughter. In addition, Hawick Lau and Kenneth Ma are also the candidates I have in mind. Preliminarily discussed with Deanie. Preparing now. Wait for later to talk about it again!"Source: Apple DailyTranslated by: hyn5 @ ??? Fortunate C...

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Fiona Sit joins Paco Wong's company for HK$6million, 'sells herself' to rescue sick father

Warner Music brought Fiona Sit to fame and after 8 years of collaboration, there was hope that she would renew her contract. To show their sincerity, Warner made special arrangements to hold a Hong Kong Coliseum concert for Fiona, but last month there was a sudden change in the situation. It was rumored Fiona no longer wants to renew her contract. Yesterday the rumor said Ella Koon signed a 3 year contract with Warner for HK$6 million, which is much lower than the HK$10 million that Fiona asked for. To such extent, Fiona decided to go with Paco Wong's company. It was understood, Fiona's decision to leave Warner had nothing to do with Ella joining...

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Janet Chow risks miscarriage, asks Chris Lai to carry her

Yesterday Wayne Lai, Kent Cheng, Kristal Tin, Janet Chow, Chris Lai, Elaine Yiu, Pierre Ngo and Natalie Tong appeared in their ancient costumes for the promotion of TVB new series King Maker. Lead actors Wayne and Kent put in the most effort into the promotion. Aside from arm wrestling each other, the two played tug-a-war with Kristal and Elaine. Everyone was worried about the pregnant Janet Chow, although Chris took good care of her, she saw the cast having so much fun playing and she wanted to join too, so she asked Chris to carry her. Wonder if her husband Timmy Hung will freak out when he sees that. Yesterday Janet's growing belly was much...

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Joey Yung teaches Hu Ge to play dumb

The Joey Yung Cho Yi starred DIVA last night held its premiere. She with Chapman To Man Jat, Hu Ge, Mag Lam Yun Tung and Carlos Chan Ka Lok attended. Joey's boyfriend Wilfred Lau Ho Lung was also a part of the film but has been absent from all promotions, seemingly to avoid sharing the stage with Joey. Joey said that she did not mind who was standing next to her. Hu Ge said that this production was not fun enough. Did he think his role was too small? He denied that, did he want to lengthen his intimate scene with Joey? He said, "Intimacy was enough, with additional scenes I am afraid that I would fall for her." Speaking of Joey and Lau Ho Lung's...

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Lee Kwang Soo framed Kim Jong Kook’s nametag?

Lee Kwang Soo has brought laughter to many ‘Running Man’ fans after revealing a framed Kim Jong Kook’s nametag on his wall.On August 7th, Lee Kwang Soo posted on his Twitter, “My mom framed the name tag I ripped off Jong Kook hyung’s back”, and he revealed the photo above. The photo shows Kim Jong Kook’s nametag from ‘Running Man’ framed and hung on the wall.The nametag is from the August 5th episode in which Lee Kwang Soo took off the nametag of his teammate Kim Jong Kook after betraying him. During the episode, Kim Jong Kook stated, “Next week I’ll rip your name off in a way that the situation has to be blurred out on TV,” drawing the laughter...

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Kim Hyung Jun kickstarts second Japan tour

SS501’s Kim Hyung Jun kicked off his second Japan tour with three exciting shows in Tokyo last weekend.Celebrating the release of his new mini album ‘Escape’, Kim Hyung Jun started his nationwide tour in Japan titled “KIMHYUNGJUN 2012 2nd Story in Japan”. The singer held three shows on August 3rd at the ZEPP Tokyo in Tokyo, Japan on the opening day of his large-scale tour.Kim Hyung Jun heated up the stage with brilliant performances in front of some 1,500 Japanese fans. He performed his new tracks in Japan for the first time including “Sorry I'm Sorry” and 18 other tracks.The singer will be traveling next to other ZEPP music halls in cities including...

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Ulala Session’s Yoon Taek’s ties knot in club-like setting

Ulala Session’s Lim Yoon Taek tied the knot with his girlfried - now wife - hair designer named Lee Hyerim on August 7th in Gangnam of Seoul. With the wedding over, K Studio released pictures revealing the blessed event and the club-like festivities.Yoon Taek vowed to entertain his wedding guests and treat them to a club-like experience just before tying the knot. “Wedding ceremonies are generally held in a respectful manner, but mine today will be quite different”, he said. “I hope everyone can enjoy my wedding as if they were in a club.”Carrying on the upbeat spirit of Ulala Session, Yoon Taek as well as his members put on various performances...

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Fala Chen won't be an "One Album Singer"

Yesterday Fala Chen was promoting for her debut album Beautiful Life at the HMV CD store. Since the launch of her album last week, it has already climbed up to first place on HMV's 'Asian Album Top Sales Chart'. Fala happily said: "There were several thousand copies in the first batch, never thought the album sales would do this well. At some CD stores, it was sold out. After all, there is some pressure for artist-turned-singers." Fala is currently under Rising Star Music, whose parent company is Stars Shine. Earlier Stars Shine's boss Herman Ho admitted Fala's contract is expiring soon and expressed they only wanted to help Fala fulfill her...

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Andy Lau asks the media about Sammi Cheng wedding news

Anna Yau Hoi Man yesterday held a Now TV press conference to celebrate her new book sales and promoting her program. She invited three of the most important people in her life: Andy Lau Tak Wa, Chan Hoi Kei and Ho Lai Cheun, as well as friends Lin Lei and Bonnie Xian (Sin Sik Lai). Speaking of Sammi Cheng Sau Man and Andy Hui Chi On's rumored wedding, Wa Jai was surprised and even asked the media for details. Because he and Cheng Sau Man's film THE BLIND DETECTIVE (MAN TAM) will continue its shoot around the 15th and the 20th, he jokingly asked the media to tell him when they heard. He could then arrange his schedule as he would not ask other...

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Joey Yung loves to argue with her manager

The film DIVA will be released in the Mainland next Thursday, yesterday director Heiward Mak Hei Yan along with producer and actor Chapman To Man Jat, Joey Yung Cho Yi, Hu Ge, and Carlos Chan Ka Lok attended the Beijing press conference. Over 100 Hu Ge and Joey fans came in support. The film's subject was an expose of show business secrets. The host asked the actors about their relationship with their managers. Joey joked, "I know how Hu Ge would describe his manager!" Hu Ge explained, "My manager and make up artists are fuller, when they walked on either side of me I felt like a hot dog." Ah Jat said, "If your manager is a hot dog, then I am...

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A-PRINCE dances to Chris Brown

Following Siyoon’s dance cover of Justin Bieber’s “Baby” and Taehyuk’s cover of Usher’s “Got Us Fallin’ In Love”, A-PRINCE has now unveiled new video with members dancing to the beat of Chris Brown’s track “Sex”.Uploaded via A-PRINCE’s official Youtube channel on August 7th, the boys showcase their sharp and powerful dance moves in a mind-blowing dance cover video. Check out the clip bel...

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Supernova to release new single “She’s Gone” in Korea

Despite concerns over how Sungjae’s ankle injury could delay the group’s comeback, Supernova has decided to push forward with their promotions.Supernova is set to release their new single “She’s Gone” and will perform their first comeback stage on Mnet’s ‘M!Countdown’ on August 9th. This will be Supernova’s second single of the year in both Korea and Japan.The new single album will contain the title song “She’s Gone” and the second track titled “Addicted.” “She’s Gone”, composed by ‘Faces of Honor’, is an emotional pop dance number with a powerful blend of guitar and synth sounds. The song depicts the feelings of a man who can’t forget his past...

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SM Town tour attracts 100,000 fans in Tokyo

Following the successful concerts in the United States and Taiwan, SM Entertainment brought “SM Town Live World Tour III” to Japan.On August 4th and 5th, “SM Town Live World Tour III in Tokyo” kicked off at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, impressively attracting over 100,000 audience members. Demand for tickets was as much as six-to-one, and those who were lucky enough to gain admission to the two-day concert sang along with acts, waving colorful luminous clubs and the supportive props bearing their favorite singer’s name.In this performance, all of the members of SM Entertainment, including Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation,...

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Kenneth Ma won't be a sinner blocking Myolie Wu & Bosco Wong from reconciling

(Earlier Kenneth had a scene where he ran on the streets with his boxers. [Source Apple Daily])On the 13th day since Myolie Wu and Bosco Wong announced their break up, ending their 8 year relationship, more and more rumors are circulating. Following the public's speculation that Bosco had a third party, there were rumors that Myolie was strongly pursued by Taiwanese actor "TTV's Big Brother" Eric Huang. Yesterday it was rumored that TVB's 'good deal #2' (seun poon), Kenneth Ma, successfully won Myolie's heart after shooting new series Seasons of Love with her. However, Kenneth was afraid he'll become a sinner blocking Myolie and Bosco from reconciling,...

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Surrounded by Mainland girls, Kevin Cheng: Money is More Important; To Open a Production Studio

TVB Siu Sangs Raymond Lam, Bosco Wong and Ron Ng have recently been involved with Mainland actresses, from last year until this year, 'Law Ba' Kevin Cheng has been shooting in Mainland for 10 months straight. Also, after Startling By Each Step becoming a major hit, Kevin is worth a lot more and became TVB's highest earning artist. The single Kevin was praised by the Mainland media that he's a 'seun poon' (good deal), its basically unbelievable that no girl would want him. Refuse to be Third Party Many people say Mainland girls are hard to resist, therefore many male artists fall for them. In the many months Kevin has been working in Mainland,...

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Leon Lai cultivates new blood in directing

The Paciwood Entertainment and Nandu Media organized 1st Chinese Short Film Media Award press conference and the 2013 New Director Take Off Project launch ceremony took place yesterday in Guangzhou. Leon Lai Ming led Janice Man Wing Shan, Aarif Rahman (Lee Chi Ting) in attendance and announced the 2012 to 2013 competition has officially begun. This event theme was "Fire, Shadow", which implied young people's new idea spark and moonlight seemed to have left a trace in time. Leon hoped through the contest to gradually build an excellent director talent pool, select and promote young Chinese film creators for them to have even more creative resources...

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Mini Yang has sweaty palms whenever Nicholas Tse is around

Producer Derek Yee Tung Sing yesterday along with director Law Chi Leung, Nicholas Tse Ting Fung, Lau Ching Wan, Mini Yang Mi, Jing Boran and others appeared on the Central Television Station program PREMIERE to promote their film THE BULLET VANISHES (SIU SUT DIK JI DAN). Linked in rumor and with fiery passion scenes in the film, Ting Fung and Yang Mi both appeared. Yang Mi revealed that when she worked with Ting Fung, she was nervous as soon as she saw him. Now the palm of her hands were still sweating. Ting Fung pointed out that Yang Mi's acting was very pure. This type of freshness was very rare nowadays. Ching Wan brought the bullet proof...

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Krystal's stunning unedited photoshoot photos!

f(x)'s maknae Krystal garnered much attention with her unedited photos!She participated in the photoshoot session for a clothing brand recently,she is seen wearing a floral prints dress in the first photo and sleeveless white top and skinny jeans in the 2nd picture.Fans commented,she looks elegant and pretty in both outfits,she simply shines in this photoshoot.What do you think of her unedited phot...

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