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[Videos] Leeteuk and Seungri cuts on Strong heart subbed

Posted by on 6:17 AM ·


Big Bang Seungri appeared in the last episode of Strong heart. There's alot of news saying he's the best imitator of big bang and TOP's up and down. When Seungri and Taeyang told their stories about the sauna incident, Leeteuk also speaks and tell his sauna incident.







cr: anniekahbab @ YT
chrizzycrazy@dkpopnews.net


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[Info] Se7en is back on twitter

Posted by on 6:12 AM ·


Se7en had his own twitter account made long time ago(last year?). After April 22, 2009, he hasn't been updating it. He's not only came back with his album, he also came back with twitter. 17 hours ago (July 30th, 2pm KST), he invites everyone to follow him. So go on your twitter and follow him.

Meanwhile, his back with his new album and actively promoting it in Korea.


Follow him now at @officialse7en



Cr: @officialse7en
chrizzycrazy@dkpopnews.net


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[Videos] Infinite You're my Oppa episode 7 subbed

Posted by on 5:24 AM ·


You're my Oppa is a variety show/Documentary(?) that shows what is Infinite members are. Epik High Mithra and Tablo who is helping our boys was also in this show.









cr: noilimitsubs @ YT
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[News] Jia to Victoria, 'I am also flexible!' on StarKing

Posted by on 4:27 AM ·


Source: newsen
Translation: Aoiare @ Ultimatemiss-a.com

We knew that both girls are flexible.. Don't miss this episode.. let's see how did they battled it out!


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[News] SNSD Tiffany gets News Ad for her birthday

Posted by on 4:23 AM ·


Tiffany’s birthday, which falls on August 1st, was recently celebrated by her group’s loyal fan café, ‘Cistus,’ with the customary newspaper advertisement and sweet message attached. Care to see what it said?

Recalling Tiffany’s sick leave which took place only last month, as well as her vocal nodules, the fans wrote: “Please don’t be sick!” It’d certainly be tragic if she was sick, considering that it’s her 22nd birthday!

The fans also left the following message for her to read:
“Happy 22nd birthday to SNSD’s Tiffany who is brighter than gems!
With your sweet voice that soothes tired hearts and with your beautiful smile,
you are like a jewel who always shines in our hearts.”

Source: sosiz
Translation: typicalharu@soshified.com


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[News] BEAST JunHyung saves G.NA from running off stage

Posted by on 4:16 AM ·

After experiencing some technical difficulties during one of her performances, G.NA gives thanks to the special person who saved her from giving up on stage!

During her debut performance on Inkigayo almost two weeks ago, G.NA’s microphone pack fell off while she was dancing and began swaying around her legs. She quickly grabbed the box and proceeded to finish off her performance. Although it seemed like G.NA took the incident in stride, the rookie reveals that she was actually very panic-stricken at that moment. She says,

“I was too nervous. In being so nervous, I didn’t even look at the camera a lot. When I could have done better in doing this, it was a disappointment for a big stage performance. I was really shocked when my microphone pack fell off. But with Yong JunHyung who was on stage with me, I was able to stay strong.”

Just moments after the incident, BEAST’s JunHyung appeared on-stage for his rapping feature in the performance. But now its been revealed that JunHyung, upon seeing a shocked G.NA on stage, made an ‘OK’ sign with his hands and mouthed the words, “It’s okay,” to the nervous idol.

G.NA gives her thanks to JunHyung, saying,

“If Yong JunHyung didn’t tell me that, I would have probably walked off the stage. I was thankful and still thankful. If you look at the broadcast, you could see Yong JunHyung doing the OK sign with his hand. He’s a friend I have a lot to learn from.”

Check out the full performance of the incident below! G.NA’s microphone pack falls off at around 0:55, and, although it’s not clearly shown, JunHyung’s caring actions appear to happen at around 1:20.

From YoSeob’s admirable actions on Music Core a few months back to JunHyung’s heartwarming reassurances for G.NA, the BEAST boys are nothing short of amazing!

Source: KyuleeKPOP119@youtube + happy+aiyoung@osen.co.kr

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[News] F(x) Sulli look-a-like?

Posted by on 4:07 AM ·


A netizen that looks like f(x)’s Sulli has been garnering attention online.

The photo appeared in the ‘People’ section of Cyworld, where people show off their looks. The photo of her smiling makes her look so much like Sulli, that most of the people who saw it commented, “Oh, Sulli?

Netizens have been keeping their eye on this Sulli look-a-like, as they are all curious as to who she is.

Source: newsen.com
Translation: ch0sshi @kpoplive.com


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[Trans/Interview] Play Magazine Special 2010 – Seungri, TOP, Daesung & Big Bang's Part

Posted by on 3:40 AM ·

Play Magazine Special 2010 – Seungri, TOP, Daesung & Big Bang's Part

Mischievous Seungri – A sentimental actor with good acting skills
Seungri is always said to have exaggerated facial expression and actions, after the filmming of the variety show’ Strong Heart’ , he felt acute abdominal pain. After being admitted to the hospital, he was diagnosed of having emergent appendicitis. He has been staying in the hospital for a week before he was discharged.

He has participated in different musicas, namely ‘ Shower’ and ‘Shouting’; and also film ‘19’ and soap opera ‘Why did you come to my home?’ . His vivid acting gained him good result in the arena of dramas and he also had collaboration with TOP. They would focus on Japan market this year and they have gained ‘The best pop music video’ and ‘best new artists’awards. When they went on the stage to receive the awards, Seungri and Taeyang recalled the bitter sweet memories after they have debutted in Japan, and it was really not easy to achieve these accompanishments,they could not help wetting their eyes. They were so moved that they nearly broke into tears. However, we really hope that they could share some more time with Korea fans later on. They have already recorded their new Korean album. Taiwanese fans can only listen to their debutted songs first to satiate their thirt. We are longing for you to come here, BIGBANG!

Actor cum singer TOP- acted IRIS to compete against veteran actors
TOP is the most successful member who flexes his muscles in dramas. In the most recent soap drama “IRIS”, he acted out as a cruel killer with Lee Byung Hun, Kim Tae Hee, Jung Joon Ho and other veteran actors which did not only make him feel excited but also nerous. He said that he would try his best to act out the character and was really glad to be granted such a chance to learn from the seniors.

In the press conference, he was asked whether whether he would be stressed when acting with Joon Ho since he is also a singer. TOP responded that he had never thought of this question and only wanted to try his best. This is the thrid drama that he took a major role in Korean drama series after ‘I am Sam’ and ‘Good to love’. He hopes that the better his skills, the more positive responses he can receive.

Name before debut: Tempo
Birthday: 4-11-1987
Duties: Rapper
Height: 181cm
Weight: 65 kg
Favourite food: Rice, ice cream and mutton soup
Characteristics: Owning a face with clear and deep outlin, although he is at the same age with others, he gives out a mature masculine feeling

Daesung- with a bright smile that captures audience’s heart, showing his MC potential by hosting in the variety shows.
His started his solo activities by hosting variety shows and he wins the love of the audience by his trademark – a shinny bright smile. That was why he was invited to be the regular host of the first season of ‘Family Outing’, he was one of the main roles. However, it was also for this show that he encounted a traffic accident when he back to Seoul from other places. He broke his nasal bone and some backbones and also got some cuts on the face and foot.

When the news was released,many fans prayed for the safely for him with a heavy heart, wishing that he would be fine. Later, it is said that since it was a rainy day, the road was so wet and slippery that cause the car crushed a bar nearby. Although he only cut a little and had no risks of dying, his company still decided that he would not be able to take part in the musical ‘Shouting’. They hope that Daesung can put recovering at the first place so he had to take a rest. Only by recovering fast could he give even better performance for us in the future.

Information of the member
Name used in Japan
: D-Lite
Birthday: 26-4-1989
Height: 176cm
Weight: 63kg
Characteristics: Look like a boy in your neighbourhood, he leaves a deep impression on others with his true heart no matter in working or being with others.

Music is Attitude
BIGBANG

The band that sweeps the whole Asia, no matter they debut in groups or sololy, they always get excellent results. Their music is even imitated by others. You have not heard of this name? Then you are out of vogue…

Hip Hop bang BIGBANG is comprised of G-Dragon, Taeyang, TOP, Daesung and Seungri. Their stongly characterized music and perfomance style enable them to gain the love of the public right from the very beginning. They have been one of the most popular bands in Korea. Their charm is irresistable since even artists cannot resist their charisma and list BIGBANG as their idol. Before their debut in 2006, G-Dragon and Taeyang had already been trained by YG Company for 6 years secretly. Therefore, the leader G-Dragon and vocal Taeyang have solid music power and dancing skills. They are also the vital pillars in the band.

Afterwards, YG company held an audition and from there, they selected Daesung, TOP and Seungri to form BIGBANG. They formally entered the showbiz in August, 2006 when they performed in ‘ YG FAMILY 10th Anniversary Concert’ at Seoul Olymics Stadium and released their first single ‘BIGBANG’. They released the mini album ‘Always’ in the following year with the debuted song ‘Lies’ becoming a great hit in the music industry. They claimed a lot of awards in vaious charts with this album,including ‘ Best Boy Group’ and ‘Annual Song Award’. They even got ‘Artist of the Year’, the highest honour in 17th Seoul Music Award.

Between 2006 and 2008, it can be said to be the golden period for BIGBANG. Their singles, albums all got excellent results in the industry. They also opened a new arena in Japan by releasing several Japanese albums. They also got recognization in Japan since they received many awards in their award ceremony which proves them are really irreplacable.

In 2009, the full-of-potential members started their solo activities. No matter in the music industry or drama, their appearance can easily be spotted and so does their unbeatable popularity.

Photos & Translations by: Rice@Bigbang World


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[News] 2AM,BEAST,KARA, T-ARA and BEG to perform at summer concert next month

Posted by on 3:35 AM ·

A number of Korean idols are set to perform at a summer concert in August, according to the concert's promoter Asia Bridge Contents on Friday.

Asia Bridge Contents announced in a press release that K-pop groups 2AM, Brown Eyed Girls, BEAST, Kara and T-ara will take to the stage of the "Brand New Concert - Burning Day!!" to be held at the Olympic Park Stadium in Seoul on August 20.

Part of the proceeds from the concert will be donated to a foundation for children with cancer.

Popular boy band 2AM, composed of members Jo Kwon, Changmin, Seulong and Jinwoon, is managed by major talenthouse JYP Entertainment. They made their debut in 2008 with their debut single "This Song" and released their first full-length album "I Can't Let You Got" in March.

Brown Eyed Girls, composed of leader Jea, rapper Miryo and vocals Narsha and Gain. Having released a total of three studio albums and two mini-album, the four-member group has been one of the most successful female groups in Korea since their debut in 2006. Their song "Abracadabra" was a sensational hit in the country last year.

Six-member boy band BEAST splashed onto the music scene in October 2009 with their mini-album "Beast Is the B2ST." They have several hit singles under their belt including "Bad Girl," "Shock" and "Easy." The group is currently visiting several Asian countries to promote their singing careers.

Kara, composed of members Han Seung-yeon, Nicole, Kang Ji-young, Park Gyu-lee and Gu Hara, made their debut in 2007 and have released several singles and albums which include their hit songs "Pretty Girl" and "Wanna." They will be releasing their Japanese debut single album "Mister" next month.

T-ara, originally a six-member group who recently added a new member, made their debut in July 2009 with their single "Lie" and "Wanna Play." In December 2009, they released their first studio album "Absolute First Album" which produced two hit songs "Bo Peep Bo Peep" and "I Go Crazy Because Of You."

Tickets for the summer concert are available online at reservation site Interpark (www.interpark.co.kr).

Reporter : Lucia Hong luciahong@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
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[News] Jaebum's lyrics of the featured song 'Doin' Good' garners attention

Posted by on 3:29 AM ·


2PM's ex-member Jaebum recently featured in a song, and his meaningful lyrics are gaining attention.

On the 29th, Dok2 released his EP online, and Jaebum featured in the song 'Doin' Good'. Jaebum also revealed on his Twitter that he would be included in Dok2's album.

Amongst this, what is gaining the most attention is Jaebum's lyrics of the featured song that was included in the album produced by Dok2 and Rado.

The lyrics of Jaebum's rap start with 'I'm a bowling pin, even when I fall I'll always stand back up. Even when I sleep at night, I wake right up in the morning. I walk my own road, I build it all myself. If my feet get dirty, I always clean them before I go."

In particular, his english rap goes "I'm good baby nothing is gone faze me", while his korean rap continues with "Whatever situation, I'm cool like a fridge. I walk barefoot on top of ashes from hell", indirectly expressing what he has been suffering through.

Above all, Jaebum added in his lyrics his thankfulness towards the fans who kept by him and supported him even through the criticism, with "Whether it's good or bad, I'm thankful that I'm the center of attention."

Omit summaries.

홀로서기에 나선 2PM 전 멤버 재범이 피처링 참여한 노래를 통해 의미심장한 가사를 담아 눈길을 끈다.

재범은 29일 온라인을 통해 공개된 도끼의 EP음반(Extended Play·미니 음반) 수록곡 'Doin' Good'에 피처링 참여했다. 앞서 재범은 자신의 트위터를 통해 도끼의 음반 작업에 참여한 사실을 공개한 바 있다.

이날 재범이 피처링 참여한 도끼와 라도가 함께 한 음반이 공개된 가운데 눈길을 끄는 것은 재범이 선보인 랩 가사.

재범이 부른 랩 가사는 '난 볼링 핀, 넘어져도 항상 다시 일어나. 밤에 잠을 자도 담날 아침에는 일어나. 내가 갈길 내가 혼자 가고 가서 짓고 가. 발이 더러워지면 나는 먼저 발을 씻고 가'라며 시작된다.

특 히 영어 랩을 통해 재범은 '나는 괜찮아, 어떤 것도 나를 당황시키지 않아'라고 노래했으며, 한국 랩을 통해서는 '어느 상황이던 난 항상 쿨해, 냉장고. 난 지옥에서 나온 숯 위에 걸어, 맨발로' 등 그간 겪은 마음고생을 우회적으로 드러내고 있다.

무엇보다 재범은 많은 논란 속에서도 자신을 응원해 준 팬들을 향해 '좋아도 나빠도 내가 관심의 중심인 게 여러분한테 너무 감사해'라는 가사를 담아 고마움의 뜻을 표했다.

한 편 재범은 연습생 시절 때 쓴 한국 비하성 글이 논란에 휩싸이며 지난해 9월 가족이 있는 미국 시애틀로 떠났다. 또 올 2월 소속사였던 JYP엔터테인먼트가 재범의 사생활을 이유로 그의 2PM 영구 탈퇴와 전속계약 해지를 발표하면서 국내에서의 활동 재개가 요원해 보였다.

하지만 그는 미국으로 떠난 지 9개월만인 지난 6월 말 미국영화 '하이프네이션'의 촬영 차 귀국했다. 지난 16일에는 국내대형기획사 싸이더스HQ와 정식 계약을 맺고 국내 활동을 본격화했다.

STAR.MT.CO.KR (SOURCE)
jennying@2ONEDAY.COM (TRANS)


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[News] The differences between Jolie and Jaebum's press conferences

Posted by on 3:04 AM ·


Jolie and Jaebum

There was a brief message by the host of Angelina Jolie's press conference before the event opened on the 28th. Pictures were allowed to be taken freely but we were asked not to film during the interview. There were no restrictions on the questions we were allowed to ask.

Jolie answered genuinely to every question but what was most refreshing was the answers she gave to questions regarding her personal life. About her sexiness, she replied, "I think I'm the most sexiest when Brad Pitt desire me." She also answered honestly about her husband, children, and their adoptions.

She stated, "My husband does not like it when other men hit me but he likes action movies where I beat men to the ground." Jolie gave a fitting answer to the personal life question that her fans were most curious of and related it to her movie. She was confident with every question asked, whether it was about her personal life or about the movie, and revealed everything she had to offer. However, her press conference created an overlap with another press conference held just a week before.

It is Park Jaebum's 'Hype Nation 3D' press conference. Once a member of the most popular group 2PM, Jaebum had to leave for America last year due to a series of Myspace comments. JYP Entertainment terminated him shortly after under the reason of a 'severe private life problem' and various speculations quickly arose. However, Jaebum did not explain anything about his 'problem' at the press conference, nor did he state one word that clarified it. Questions regarding his controversy continued but Jaebum remained quiet behind the host that attempted to restrict the questions. The only statement returned to the reporters was, "This is an event for the movie. Please only ask questions that relate to the movie."

It's understandable since it is an event for the movie after all. However, the meaning of the press conference soon became lost once they began trying so hard to move away from what the mass public is most curious of.

Not once did he ever try to explain himself and ask for understanding from the public. Even if he is not confident, he never made the effort to persuade them. Would it be just a simple misunderstanding by journalists to say that all we felt was his superficial business skills when he refused to take responsibility as a public figure and insisted on only promoting his movie?

Journalist Park Eunkyung

[박은경의 저공비행] 졸리와 재범

28일 열린 앤젤리나 졸리의 기자회견 전 사회자의 안내가 있었다. 인터뷰 전 사진을 자유롭게 찍되, 인터뷰 중에는 촬영을 삼가 달라는 것이었다. 질문에 대해서는 어떤 제한도 두지 않았다.

졸 리는 어떤 질문이든 성실하게 답했다. 가장 신선했던 것은 자신의 개인 신상에 관한 것이었다. 그녀는 섹시함에 대해 "브래드 피트가 나를 원할 때 내가 가장 섹시하다고 생각한다"고 말했다. 또 남편인 브래트 피트나 아이들, 입양에 대해 솔직하게 답했다.

그 녀는 "남편은 남자들이 날 때리는 것은 좋아하지 않지만, 내가 남자들을 때려눕히는 액션은 좋아한다"며 팬들이 관심이 높은 사생활과 영화를 잘 버무려 답했다. 개인사와 영화홍보등 어느 질문이든 거칠것없이 자신있어 보였고 공개적이었다. 그러나 그녀의 기자회견 도중 일주일 전에 열린 한 기자회견이 오버랩 됐다.

바로 재범의 영화 '하이프네이션 3D'의 기자회견 이었다. 그룹 2PM의 멤버로 최고의 인기를 누리던 재범은 지난해 9월 '한국 비하 발언'이 논란이 되어 미국으로 돌아갔다. 그 후 당시 소속사인 JYP엔터테인먼트가 "치명적인 사생활 문제"를 언급하며 그를 영구 제명했고 그를 둘러싼 여러 의혹들이 난무했다. 하지만 이날 재범은 '사건'에 대한 설명 혹은 해명은 한마디도 하지 않았다. 당연히 '사생활 문제'에 대한 기자들의 질문이 계속됐지만 사회자의 제지속에 재범도 답하지 않았다. "영화를 위한 행사이니 영화 관련된 질문만 해달라"는 말만 돌아왔다.

영화 홍보자리이니 만큼 이해는 한다. 하지만 대중이 가장 궁금해 하는 문제를 애써 비켜가버려 기자회견의 의미는 사실상 퇴색됐다.

비록 떳떳하지 못할지라도 스스로의 입으로 자신의 입장을 밝히고 대중들을 향해 이해를 구하고 설득시키려는 노력은 그 어디에도 보이지 않았다. 공인으로서 책임은 지지 않고 홍보만 하겠다는 얄팍한 상술만이 느껴졌다면 기자만의 오해일까?

<박은경 기자 yama@kyunghyang.com>

SPORTS KHAN (SOURCE)
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