Thursday, October 31, 2013

JYP partners with Chinese company to produce new film


JYP Entertainment announced its plans on producing a Chinese movie.

JYP Pictures, an affiliate of entertainment agency JYP Entertainment, has entered a collaboration with China’s Dongbang Entertainment Group to produce a film together. This will be the first joint production between the two firms.

Officials from both companies, including CEOs signed a formal contract at the office of Dongbang Group in China on October 31. JYP Pictures will provide expertise in the production and making of the film, with Dongbang Group investing financially in the production.

JYP Pictures President Pyo Jong Rok stated, “The collaboration with China’s top art company entertainment group, is expected to create meaningful interaction between the two countries. We hope that this is a starting point for strategic involvement in various business not only in films but also in management, concert production, and more.”

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‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ to be streamed live online


In celebration of the premiere of its second season, Shinhwa’s very own variety program ‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ will be streamed live online.

On November 3 at 11PM KST, the second season of ‘Shinhwa Broadcast’ starring Shinhwa members is set to return not only to television screen but also on Korean portal website Naver’s video service TV Cast.

This is the second time that jTBC will stream a program through a portal website since their primetime news show ‘News 9’.

The Shinhwa members will be embarking on a special journey, where they will relate stories of people they meet on their journey. For the first episode, the members visited a shelter for abandoned dogs.


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IU looks pretty even as ordinary girl in ‘Pretty Boy’


IU has showcased her extraordinary beauty even as an ordinary girl in the latest teaser stills for the upcoming KBS 2TV Wed-Thu drama ‘PrettyBoy’.

The singer-actress caught eyes with her short hair and unique fashion sense on her first filming which began officially on October 28th. She plays the role of an ordinary girl named Kim Bo Tong, who has a crush on pretty boy Dokgo Ma Te (Jang Geun Suk) for 10 years.

For her role, IU cut her short, and dressed up in a tracksuit outfit, while wearing a flower hand band on her neck. She also drew attention by carrying shopping bag as if it’s her hand bag.

‘Pretty Boy’ is adapted from a comic book series of the same name written by Chon Kye Young. It is about a good looking man named Dokgo Ma Te who goes around seducing the top 1% successful women in the country.

The drama will begin its broadcast from November 20th.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

EXO to star in own variety show ‘EXO’s Showtime’


EXO is set to return with their very own variety program this November.

MBC Everyone announced on October 31, “Popular group EXO will be filming their own variety program ‘EXO’s Showtime’.” MBC also opened an official website for the upcoming show, where the viewers can send in questions for the members.

The EXO members will answer the questions in the show as they reveal for the first time the never-before-seen real lives of the members.

‘EXO’s Showtime’ is set to air by the end of November.

Check out the teaser below featuring SM Entertainment artists.


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SM Town artists dance to SHINee's "Everybody"


SM Town idols including TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, f(x) and EXO dance to SHINee's Everybody in the video below, check out their dance cover below:

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IU, Clara and various celebrities support FIESTAR’s comeback


Various celebrities have showed their support for FIESTAR’s anticipated comeback.

On November 1, the same date of FIESTAR’s comeback, Loen Entertainment uploaded a video featuring messages of support from various celebrities. Included in the video were IU, Clara, comedians Park Ji Sun and Shin Bora as well as actors Jo Han Sun, Kim Suk Hon and many more.

Meanwhile, FIESTAR has just released their third single album ‘Curious’ featuring the title song “I Don’t Know”, which was produced by hitmaker Shinsadong Tiger.

Watch the video below:


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T-ara Eunjung, Hyomin and Jiyeon enjoys their delicious meal


Enjoying their meal, here are T-ara's Eunjung, Hyomin and Jiyeon!

Taken inside their waiting room, check out the photo of the three below.

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EXO’s Xiumin, INFINITE and Kim Yoo Jung cheer on JIN’s debut


Woollim Entertainment’s new female singer, JIN, received a message of support from her senior artists.

On November 1, Woollim Entertainment released new video on official Youtube channel. The video showed INFINITE’s Dongwoo and Sungjong, EXO’s Xiumin and actress Kim Yoo Jung cheering on the singer on her upcoming debut with ‘Gone’.

Xiumin and Kim Yoo Jung will appear as a couple in the music video for ‘Gone’ which will be officially released on November 8th.


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B2ST ranks high on the Oricon Chart


B2ST has made a promising debut on the Oricon chart with latest single.

According to latest Oricon’s ranking, B2ST’s limited edition Japanese album, ‘Hard to Love, How to Love’ ranked number five on the Daily Album Chart.

The new album is the Japanese edition of the group’s second Korean studio album of the same name which was released in July. It includes a total of nine tracks including the Japanese version of “Shadow”.

Meanwhile, B2ST will be kick off its Japan concert tour starting on January 14, 2014 at the Chiba, Ichihara City.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Kim Hyun Joong to leave ‘Barefoot Friends’


Kim Hyun Joong has announced his departure from the variety program ‘Barefoot Friends’.

On October 31, KeyEast announced, “Due to scheduling conflicts, Kim Hyun Joong will leave ‘Barefooted Friends’. Due to scheduling conflicts with filming for his drama, it will be difficult for him to continue. He recently finished his last filming for the show.”

Kim Hyun Joong will be filming for the new KBS 2TV drama ‘Generation of Youth’ and he will leave for China this November. After discussing the matter with the variety show’s production team, it was decided that he would drop out.

Meanwhile, it is also rumoured that Yoon Shi Yoon and UEE are also looking to leave ‘Barefooted Friends’, in order to concentrate on filming for their respective new dramas.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

2AM’s Seulong cast in new SNS drama ‘Infinite Power’


2AM’s Seulong will be coming up with a new drama.

On October 30th, Seulong’s management agency announced that the idol will be casting in new SNS drama titled, ‘Infinite Power’, which will premiere on Samsung Group’s official YouTube channel on November 12th.

‘Infinite Power’ is based on a Web cartoon of the same title by Ju Ho Min, and it will be produced by Apollo Pictures, which produced SBS Drama ‘Sign’ in the past.

In the drama, Seulong will play an unemployed young man named Jang Seon Jae. Dal Shabet’s Woohee, Ahn Na Sang and Kim Seul Gi are also in the drama.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Ladies’ Code meet up with Yoo Seung Ho in the army


The members of Ladies’ Code met up with actor Yoo Seung Ho in the army.

On October 30th, the girl group’s official Twitter uploaded a photo along the message, “Ladies’ Code met Yoo Seung Ho sunbaenim and enjoyed a great time at the military’s outdoor performance.”

In the photo, Yoo Seung Ho is seen posing with the Ladies’ Code members, while clad in his army uniform. It is said that the actor is a fan of the group and had been constantly listening to “Pretty Pretty” while in camp.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

miss A reveals short preview for "Hush" on M! Countdown

Check out the preview of miss A's comeback on M! Countdown next week, their new song "Hush" is playing in the background of the teaser, do you anticipate their comeback?


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JYJ’s Jaejoong reveals concert rehearsal photos with Gummy


Getting ready for his upcoming tour, JYJ’s Jaejoong revealed photos of himself during rehearsal with his new labelmate, Gummy.

On October 31, C-JeS Entertainment stated, “Jaejoong is currently rehearsing earnestly for his upcoming first album Asia concert tour. He also started practicing with one of the guest singers yesterday.”

The agency added, “Gummy, who recently became part of our family, will be performing at the concert as a guest singer. Many other senior and junior singers will also participate, and put on a great stage with Jaejoong.”

Meanwhile, Jaejoong will kick off his Asia tour with a live band in COEX, Seoul on November 2 and 3.



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SS501’s Heo Young Saeng enlists in the army


SS501’s Heo Young Saeng bids goodbye to his fans as he enlists today for his two-year mandatory military service.

On October 31 at 2PM KST, Heo Young Saeng entered the Nonsan Training Center in Chungnam province. He will receive four weeks of basic training before serving for the next 21 months as an active-duty soldier.

Heo Young Saeng is the second SS501 member to enlist, after Kim Kyu Jong in July 2012. Prior to his enlistment, he released a special album as well as held a solo farewell concert at AX Hall on October 26th which saw the reunion of all SS501 members.



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Kang Minhyuk and Park Shin Hye take photos together in school uniforms


CNBLUE’s Kang Minhyuk and actress Park Shin Hye took an adorable photo together in school uniforms.

On October 30th, Minhyuk uploaded the photos above via CNBLUE’s official Twitter and wrote “When you’re in love, you resemble…not! Childhood friends Eun Sang and Chan Young make a good pair. Don’t ever lose, Eun Sang. To ‘The Heirs’! Everyone, I will keep my eyes on you whether you watch the 7th and 8th episodes of ‘Heirs’.”

In the photos, Kang Minhyuk and Park Shin Hye are both wearing matching school uniforms while making various adorable expressions for the camera, showing off their close friendship.

Meanwhile, ‘The Heirs’ airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 10PM.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

[131031] SHINee wins on ‘M! Countdown’ + Other Performance


Mnet’s “M! Countdown” is back this week full of amazing performances!

The October 31st special Halloween episode of the show features comeback performances from U-Kiss, M.Pire, Park Ji Yoon and Yoo Seung Woo as well as debut stage of new 13-member idol group TOPP DOGG.

Other performers tonight included Kahi, Nine Muses, Ladies’ Code, Block B, SHINee, Seo In Young, IU, AOA, Youme, Lim Chang Jung, 2EYES, Jaurim, Jung Joon Young, Say Yes, TREN-D, T-ara and Pure.

And for the highlight of the show, SHINee won against K.Will on this week’s chart with their latest title track, “Everybody”!

Congratulations SHINee!




Tonight’s Performances:

M.Pire (Comeback Stage)


Say Yes


Pure

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T-ara


TREN-D

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Jung Joon Young


Jaurim

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Lim Chang Jung


2EYES


Youme

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AOA


Seo In Young

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Block B

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Ladies’ Code

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Nine Muses


Kahi

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IU

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SHINee




Watch tonight’s comeback/debut performances:

U-Kiss - “She’s Mine”
TOPP DOGG - “Say It”

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Check out T-ara's 'Number Nine' performance from this week's M!Countdown


T-ara is back to present another cool performance for this week's M!Countdown!

Check out their 'Number Nine' stage below.

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TOPP DOGG makes grand debut with “Say It” on ‘M! Countdown’


TOPP DOGG officially started their promotions for first single “Say It”, making a grand debut on ‘M! Countdown’.

The new hip-hop group of Stardom Entertainment released its debut mini album ‘Into the Light’ featuring the dance title track “Say It”. The group is made up of thirteen members with distinctive looks and charms.

Check out their performance below:


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San E to return with new mini album in November


Rapper San E will be releasing a new mini album next month.

According to Brand New Music, San E has finished recording the tracks for his first mini album under Brand New Music. Prior to his comeback, the rapper plans on pre-releasing a single “Where Did You Sleep” on November 6th.

San E moved to new home Brand New Music this July and broke his two-year hiatus by releasing one of the biggest hit tunes this year, “Story of Someone I Know”, last August.

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Can T-ara's leader Qri scare you with her new picture?


Now this is the real deal, following Hyomin's Halloween photo earlier, here's T-ara's Qri with her own.

Reminding everyone that " Today is.. Halloween day*", check out Qri's photo below.


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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

LEDApple’s Hanbyul covers of Bruno Mars’ “Grenade”


Known for bringing fantastic cover song each week, LEDApple has now returned with another cover performance for this week’s episode of LEDApple’s ‘Music Note’.

On October 30th, LEDApple’s Hanbyul released a cover of Bruno Mars’ latest song “Grenade” on the group’s official Youtube channel. Hanbyul once again impressed the fans with his emotional and soulful voice.

In related news, LEDApple will be releasing new digital single ‘With The Wind’ on November 4th.

Watch the cover below. You can also check out the past covers here.


Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

MR.MR releases MV teaser for ‘HON’


Idol group MR.MR is coming back with a new single this November.

On October 30th, the group released a music video teaser for upcoming single ‘HON’. The teaser shows a snowy concept perfectly fitting for the winter season as well as announced the addition of a new member to the group.

Check out the teaser below:


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Jaejoong’s “Just Another Girl” tops iTunes charts in 9 countries


JYJ’s Jaejoong is enjoying great success overseas with his new solo album.

On October 29th, Jaejoong released his solo full album ‘WWW: Who, When, Why’, and the album’s title track “Just Another Girl” soared up to No.1 position in iTunes chart in nine countries including Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Barbados, Indonesia and HongKong.

In addition, the album also topped the Rock Album Charts in aforementioned countries as well as ranked #8 in Finland, #11 in Mexico, #9 in Israel. It also continues to climb the ranks in other countries in Europe and Latin America.

Jaejoong will embark on an Asia tour ‘2013 Kim Jaejoong 1st Album Asia Tour Concert’ starting on November 2-3 at Coex, Seoul, then hit Japan’s Yokohama Stadium on November 15-16.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

IU to appear on ‘Hidden Singer 2’


IU will be making an appearance on jTBC’s second season of ‘Hidden Singer’.

A representative of the show stated, “IU will be filming for ‘Hidden Singer 2’ early November. We prepared talented impersonation singers for IU's appearance so look forward to this episode.”

‘Hidden Singer 2’ features veteran singers and impersonators in competitive sing-offs from behind a curtain, leaving judges to guess who is the real star and who is faking it. IU will become the youngest singer to participate in the show.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Trouble Maker to release another MV for “Now”


Trouble Maker will be releasing another version of music video for title track “Now”.

According to a representative on October 30th, Trouble Maker is currently preparing another version of their “Now” music video. While the first music video was based on musical ‘Bonnie and Clyde’, the new version will have an upgraded concept in terms of sexiness and story line.

The new music video will feature never-before-seen footage, as well as more intimate scenes and skinships, giving a more dramatic vibe to the original one. The MV will be revealed in conjunction with the upcoming release of 19+ version of their album.

Meanwhile, despite the plagiarism controversy, the hot music video for “Now” has been receiving explosive reactions from local and international fans, racking up over five million views on Youtube since its release on October 28.


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T-ara Hyomin shows off her camera collection in her latest update


T-ara Hyomin's love for cameras is not a big secret!

We all know it, and she's here to give us a glimpse on some of her collections.  Check out Hyomin's next clip below.

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Aside from that, Hyomin also shared...
"Queen"

"Queen"

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KARA’s Goo Hara appointed as blood donation ambassador


KARA’s Goo Hara was recently appointed as the blood donation ambassador for the Hanmaum Blood Bank, which is affiliated with the Korean Industrial Health Association.

On October 31, Goo Hara attended the appointment ceremony that took place at the blood donation cafe in Myeongdong, Seoul. Besides the appointment ceremony, she also held an autograph session event for those who donated blood in front of the blood donation cafe.

Goo Hara said, “I have always been interested in doing volunteer work. I’m really happy to be involved in such a meaningful cause.”

Meanwhile, Goo Hara is currently busy with KARA for their ‘2nd Japan Tour KARASIA 2013’ in Japan.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Jang Geun Suk turns into ‘Pretty Boy’ for new drama


Actor Jang Geun Suk has tranformed into pretty flower boy in his teaser stills for the upcoming KBS 2TV drama ‘Pretty Boy’.

Jang Geun Suk confidently presents the perfect image of Dokgo Ma Te, a proud and good looking man. The actor has prepared for the role not only visually but also in his way of speech, expressions, and gestures.

‘Pretty Boy’ is about a good looking man named Dokgo Ma Te who goes around seducing the top 1% successful women in the country. The drama also stars IU, who plays Kim Bo Tong, the girl who only has eyes for Ma Te.


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Tiffany, Donghae, Eunhyuk and Henry spotted in a recording studio


Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany and Super Junior’s Donghae, Eunhyuk and Henry were recently spotted in a recording studio.

On October 30th, Eunhyuk posted on his Twitter, “Yesterday night, after recording was finished. HenDongTiEun”, and attached a photo of SM family at the studio.

All four SM Entertainment idols are set to release new music later this year. Super Junior’s Donghae and Eunhyuk are preparing for a unit comeback, while Henry will release his self-composed ending OST for his movie ‘Final Recipe’, with Tiffany featuring in it.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Trouble Maker makes sexy comeback with “Now” on ‘Show Champion’


After killing the charts with second mini album, the duo of Trouble Maker finally hit the stage with a sizzling hot comeback performance of “Now” on ‘Show Champion’!

“Now” (or “There Is No Tomorrow”) is title track to Trouble Maker’s second mini album ‘Chemistry’. The song is penned by Shinsadong Tiger who received inspiration from the musical ‘Bonnie and Clyde’.

Trouble Maker showed a phenomenal performance together. Hyuna, who is already famous for her sexy charisma on stage, displayed a perfect teamwork with Hyunseung, living up the expectations of the fans. Keone Madrid and Mariel Madrid from URBAN DANCE CAMP was said to have created the choreography for ‘Now’

Check out their performance below.



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BTOB's Minhyuk sings A Pink's "No No No"

Check out the short cover of Minhyuk on KTR, he covers A Pink's popular song "No No No" on the radio show, what do you think of his performance?



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Check out T-ara Hyomin's latest set of gorgeous SelCa pictures


Here's T-ara's Hyomin and more of her gorgeous pictures!

Check out her latest updates below.

"Disheveled (hair) urgh"

"Dinner!!"

"Number Nine charted at no.9, I wish it can be no.9 for 9 more days"

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Monday, October 28, 2013

Joo Won in discussion for new movie ‘Fashion King’


Currently busy with his musical and overseas schedules, actor Joo Won might be adding another big screen project to his list as he is currently in talks for upcoming movie tentatively titled ‘Fashion King’.

According to Joo Won’s agency Sim Entertainment, “Joo Won has not signed yet but he’s positively reviewing the movie ‘Fashion King’. The decision will be made by the end of October or early November.”

‘Fashion King’ is based on the popular web-cartoon of the same name. It portrays the story of a male student named Woo Gi Myung who becomes interested in fashion and tries to get along with the prettiest girl of his class.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Kim Woo Bin releases ‘expressions’ calendar


Actor Kim Woo Bin put on many realistic faces for the ‘expressions’ calendar with clothing brand ‘Buckaroo’ which he is currently modeling for.

Kim Woo Bin is currently active as advertisement model for the brand’s 2013 F/W collection, and he showed different facial expressions for each days of a week.

The calendar started the week off with annoyance and tiredness. Kim Woo Bin gets anxious on Wednesday and shows excitement on Thursday and Friday. Forgetting his exhaustion, he is feeling more than happiness on Saturday while starts getting depressed again on Sunday.

Meanwhile, Kim Woo Bin is currently casting in SBS drama ‘The Heirs’.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net

Ailee holds successful debut showcase in Japan


To celebrate her debut, Ailee held a showcase in Tokyo’s Shibuya O-East Japan’s Shibuya ahead of her new album ‘Heaven’ release in the country.

The showcase opened to the cheers of 1,300 fans who had been selected by lottery. For about an hour, Ailee performed songs like “Heaven”, “Show You”, “Umbrella”, “If I Ain’t Got You” and others. For an encore, she sang “Heaven” in Japanese amidst cheers by Japanese fans.

Her Japanese agency, Good Day Entertainment, said, “We had planned for around 1,000 people at the showcase, there were so many fans and experts who couldn’t get in. The interest in Ailee among Japanese fans have exceeded our expectations.”

After the showcase, Ailee then spent the next few days recording television and radio shows as well as interviews. Also, commemorative events of the single release will be held in Fukuoka, Sapporo, Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo.

Meanwhile, Ailee will release her Japanese debut single ‘Heaven’ on November 6th.

Source : dkpopnews[dot]net