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[News] 10Asia Q&A with Inkigayo PD Park Sung Hoon about 2PM




Excerpts related to 2PM with Inkigayo PD Park Sung Hoon:


A particular stage that stands out in your mind.
PD: For 2PM's 'Heartbeat' comeback performance I thought it would be interesting if they came out breaking something, I thought of glass but there wasn't enough time to order artificial glass. So we resorted to using ice, but the thing with ice is that you have to cut it right before you use it. So if there was an NG, that is when you'd have to cut another slice of ice. (laughs) So we had no choice but to go without NGs.

Even though 2PM is in the same group, at times like this it was hard.

PD: 2PM was a little hard, their concept is 'make the females faint'. (laughs) 2PM's fans don't see them as artists but rather as men. During 'I Hate You' we were just going to show them touching their jaws and then go to a full shot when they touched their bodies, but the script writers suggested showing it through the end. So we did it that way and the fans loved it because no other broadcast had shown the choreography in its entirety that followed the whole movement from start to finish. The following we we showed another member, so the fans were curious who would be the focus the following week. Eventually we ended up repeating the song and showing all the members. It was a fun communication experience with the fans.

During 2PM's 'Heartbeat' comeback performance there are rumors that the 'empty space' graphic represented leader Jaebum.
PD: That was something even I didn't know, but I found out the graphic designer sneakily placed it in like an 'easter egg'. So due to that, we were dubbed 'Sensible Inkigayo'. We are very thankful for that. (laughs)

The fact that 2PM performed on a lot of stages has some meaning to it.
 (*I think they were referring to the SBS Gayo Daejun)
PD: They were a hot issue this year, when we worked together they were friends that my heart particularly went to. But I admit that creating balance for the show was a factor that we failed in.



CREDITS: SOURCE; tvxqbuzz7921 (translator)
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[News] Jo Kwon 'I Have actually thought about dating Ga-in'




Group 2AM’s Jo Kwon stars in MBC ‘We got Married’ as a virtual couple with Brown eyed Girls Ga-in but recently said that he has actually thought about dating in reality.

On the recent episode of ‘We got Married’ after the episode in the interview they had gotten a comment saying that they suit each other as a reply ‘I have actually thought about dating her (in reality)’ he told the interviewer truthfully about his feelings about Ga-in.

Also Ga-in added ‘After recording and Jo Kwon calls me and does not says ‘wife’ but ‘noona’ (an older girl) sometimes hearing that can feel awkward and sad’. Both couples reveal their true feelings carefully.



Credit: Gwangnam + Baby♥ANGANG@2ONEDAY.COM (Trans)
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[News] 2PM Chansung's message + JYPE's "Thank you." Message



Everyone, the new year is becoming brighter ^^First off, happy new year!
In the new year, I hope everything works out well !! TT TT
Ah the time .. is very late ;; our practice for our follow up song ended late, so I’m writing this now …;;

Ah.. and thank you for the award .. it was something we didn’t expect and the situation is still unbelievable to us.. ^^;;
Even now it’s still hard to belive .. TT TT
And so we want to say it refreshingly and thank our 2PM’s parents that we didn’t get to thank !!
They gave us the world and even though it’s something that words can’t express, we thank you for raising us !! We love you ^^!
Also, our JYP staff who work hard for us !! You’re always working hard and we thank you again !
And Jin Young hyung who’s as happy as we are! Thank you ^^!! Also Na Myong hyung kekeke you’re someone that has to exist in our lives!
And Director Jo, our boss Jung Wook, our manager hyungs Joo Seobie hyung, Jin Chulie hyung, Min Jay hyung, we love you so much and thank you !!
And with the cold weather along with many events, our Hotties who endured them ! Thank you so much and we love you ^^
Lastly, Jaebum hyung !! I don’t know if you’ll see this, but since the day we came together as trainees as seven, the times we had with you hyung helped us as six member come this far today makes us happy, yet sad. We don’t know when that day will be, but we’ll promise to practice hard and show that 2PM hasn’t died when everyone looks at us!! So fighting!

CREDITS: HOTTEST FANCAFE (SOURCE), SEOULFOOOD @ 2ONEDAY.COM (TRANS)


Thank you.

Hello. This is JYPE.
We started the last day of 2009 with an award that we could not even imagine.
We think to hope that not just our members that were there but also those would watched through the broadcast can be with us in one heart for the joy of this award.
We truly thank everyone who loved Again&Again throughout this year.
Though he wasn’t able to be with us on stage we wish to share the joy of this award with our leader Jaebum goon who is always with us somewhere through his heart.

As we give thanks again for all the encouragement and love you’ve sent to us until now
We will do our best to repay it by working harder in the future and showing you a good image.
We request for a steady love in 2010
And we pray that 2PM and our members have a year filled with happiness and laughter.
Please be blessed in the new year.
Thank you.


CREDS: 2PM Hottest Daum FanCafe (source) & G-race @ 2OD (trans)
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[News]2NE1 Is 2009 Best Group by Netizens

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Data news surveyed among Netizens. 1810 Internet users voted who their 2009 Best Artists-Idol Group of the Year is!

Survey results are, 2NE1 with (41%) and 2PM (57%).

2NE1 who debuted under the name Female Bigbang, first featured in the Song ‘Lollipop’ with Bigbang. Debuted with Fire, then I Don’t Care. Along with 3 more Solo songs that topped Charts: Kiss by Dara, You and I by Park Bom and Please Don’t Go by CL and Minzy.





Source: Data News and ne-people

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[News] SNSD Taeyeon has the best vocals among the girls




Recently Korean netizens have voted in a poll which ranks girl group members according to how much their voices appeal to them how good their vocals are. The top 20 were chosen within 3 days from approximately 67 candidates. Here's the list:

1. TaeYeon [SNSD]
2. Bom [2NE1]
3. JeA [Brown Eyed Girls]
4. Raina [After School]
5. Jessica [SNSD]
6. HyunAh [4Minute]
7. Nicole [Kara]
8. Krystal [f(x)]
9. EunJung [T-ara]
10. HaeRi [Davichi]
11. Tiffany [SNSD]
12. Narsha [Brown Eyed Girls]
13. Sunny [SNSD]
14. Dara [2NE1]
15. GyuRi [Kara]
16. GaYoon [4Minute]
17. SoYeon [T-ara] & SeoHyun [SNSD]
18. Luna [f(x)]
19. JiEun [Secret]
20. HyunYoung [Rainbow]



Chi. translation credit: SUNSSICA@STS
Eng. translation: kueensora@4-minute.com
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[News]A.N.JELL Reunited

Members of the faux boyband ANJELL from the mania kdrama You Are Beautiful reunited in the broadcasting station’s year end awards. Cast members Jung Yonghwa, Lee Hongki, and Park Shin Hye were led by their hyungnim Jang Geun Suk in performing for one last time as their characters in the drama… must to the delight of fans worldwide.

Jung Yonghwa and Lee Hongki at the red carpet sporting fierce fashion… the former in a Victorian inspired suit while the latter had a somewhat Russian styled fur hat:

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Park Shin Hye in a fun and flirty short gown in crimson, she looks cute:

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ANJELL leader, Jang Geun Suk had two lovely ladies in tow including last year’s Daesang winner Moon Geun Young (no offense to talented MGS, but this should be Park Shin Hye in his arms!), looking quite dapper in his crisp white suit:

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Their performance was well recieved by the audience –

Jang Geun Suk came out in character as the abrasive Hwang Taekyung, after admonishing Park Shin Hye’s Go Minam with a classic catchphrase from the drama, “Go Mi Nam, who told you that you can sing without me?!”

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[News] Top Asian Pop Acts of the Decade: BoA, Rain, Wonder Girls, Se7en





EoTY: Top Asian Pop Acts of the Decade
JinraIlustrisimo on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 11:00PM
When it comes to making strides, this decade was all about Asian pop acts making them in the world of Asian pop music. Aside from sheer talent and devoted fan bases, the biggest driving force and probably the reason why you know about these Asian pop stars is because of well, the Internet. While I didn’t make it on my own list of Top Asian Pop Acts of the Decade, I’m sure you’ll agree wholeheartedly with my choices. And maybe we’ll see me around for the next decade. (Or not.)
1. BoA: Admittedly, I am by no means the biggest BoA fan out there. Yet, given her success in the Asian pop music world and her attempts at infiltrating the American mainstream, I’d be a fool not to mention that this was her decade. I’m sure you’d all skin me alive if I didn’t place her at the top. (BoA on Top, anyone?)
2. Utada: Who’s bigger than Madonna in Japan? This woman is. Sidenote: She was my first taste of Asian pop music. Her First Love album remains one of my favorite albums of all time.
3. Ayumi Hamasaki: Hamasaki basically wrote the book on Jpop music. As far as music goes, I’ve given up keeping track of every release and the 10 different remixes that follow. Aside from being a tireless Jpop star, she’s also fashion inspiration and a trendsetter for a lot of people.
4. Rain: I know what you’re thinking. It’s not because this man sent me a birthday card for my birthday this year. Rain is something of an Asian Michael Jackson. Everything he’s produced musically has turned into gold. He’s also one of few Asian pop stars to break into the Hollywood scene. ::cough:: Ninja Assassin ::cough::
5. The Wonder Girls: Inspiring dance crazes, touring with The Jonas Brothers, a slew of hit songs that will soon be available to the mainstream…do I dare continue? The Wonder Girls are huge!
6. Tata Young: Of the pop stars listed, Thai-based Tata Young is the only pop star who’s fame has spanned almost two decades. Internationally, she’s more than just a pop star but a model and actress. Her list of entertainment industry accolades is kind of intimidating.
7. Jay Chou: What gets me every time is the fact that Jay Chou has been listed this decade as a Taiwanese musician, singer, producer, actor and director. It’s been said that pop stars who spread themselves too thinly don’t produce great stuff. With Jay, such is not the case with 4 World Music Awards and a role as Kato in the upcoming The Green Hornet film.
8. Se7en: Se7en is indeed a lucky number and pop star. He remains as one of few Kpop stars that have pursued the mission of crossing over to America. His career leading up to this has been quite impressive in racking all the Kpop hits. While his future in America is uncertain (or canned), he’ll always have Korea.
9. Lee Hom Wang: Like Jay Chou, Lee Hom Wang’s pop music career is something to not overlook. To me he was quite a musical chameleon with musical styles ranging from jazz to rock, yet…still popular. Nothing is ever the same with him, and that’s what makes him interesting to listen to. Not to mention, he’s also got acting under his belt.
10. Namie Amuro: After almost two decades and a family, it’s really impressive that she’s still going on strong with the hits. I admire the fact that she’s reinvented herself every single time.
Honorable Mention: Charice Pempengco
Okay. So, I’m totally aware she hasn’t been around in this decade for that long, but I’m sure a big handful of you would agree that her voice could very well be…the voice of a decade.

Who are your picks for the top Asian pop acts of this decade? Tell me, tell me, t-t-t-t-ell me!
[Source:Ningin.com]
[Credit:Qoxie@Soompi + SoulHee@WGspec]

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[Video] F.Cuz released 2nd teaser for "Jiggy"!

The boys teased us the second time!

A new MV teaser of "Jiggy" has been released.The teaser is pretty colourful and it is totally different from the masculine concept in the first teaser.

The boys are showing us that they can be beastly as well being cute.I have prepared a photo above for you t o memorise the boys' names.

Please enjoy their teaser here,love it or not?



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[News]Lee Min-Woo of Shinhwa Caught In A Car Accident

It was reported that Shinhwa member Lee Min-Woo had a car accident on December 24th of 2009 and currently hospitalized. Lee Min-Woo’s management company stated that Lee Min-Woo’s car slid in an icy road close to a skiing resort in Korea and the car was greatly damaged. His friend was driving the car and was told to stay in a hospital for 6 weeks. Lee Min-Woo had injured his neck, back, and ankle area and suffered a mild concussion.

Lee Min-Woo is scheduled to hold a concert in January 16 and 17 of 2010. His management company stated that they would monitor Lee Min-Ho’s health to decide whether to cancel the concert or not.


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[News] Most popular Group award winner - SS501 vs SNSD



According to Martzzng website released on 31 December 2009, the result shown that the most popular male group is SS501, whereas the female group is SNSD who had top in major chart this year.


SS501 won in the competition against Big Bang, DBSK and 2PM. During the final qualifying round, SS501 beat Big Bang and won the 'Most popular Male Group' award. The final top 4 competition were very tense, and the final qualifying round was started from 9am, 29 December. Finally, SS501 won and was crowned as Korea 'Most popular Male Group'.

This result also shown that the fan base support competition were very strong among male idol group. SS501 who won in the competition, are not only popular but has received the recognition from all of the strong contenders, of course, from now on, they will receive even more attention, their future performance will be even more important and could not be overlooked.

Same as SS501, SNSD who receiving great responses from their single 'GEE', also dominate in the female idol group, they not only are the frequent winner of the year end major music prize, but totally deserved to won the name of the most popular female group. 

Credit:SS601+(Chinese translation)julieann@hyunjoongchina.com+ (English translation) SS501UFO.blogspot.com
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[Pictures] 2NE1's New 11st Pictures !



11st and sjaikb @ soompi
Shared by:Letsplay2ne1.wordpress

Fans of 2NE1 would love this,there are autographs from the girls on the pictures :), a good collection?
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[News] Hankyung’s contract termination court session to begin in 2010, will regain freedom earliest by March [Updated]


Sina Entertainment
December 30th afternoon, recently SJ(M) leader Hankyung’s contract termination lawsuit against SM has created an uproar after the media reported of the issue. Sina Entertainment has contacted Hankyung’s case representative Attorney Lee this afternoon for an exclusive dialogue, Attorney Lee revealed that Hankyung has submitted a plead for ‘Effective Suspension of Contract Agreement’ and ‘Contract invalid litigation’ to the court. It is learned that court session will be held on January 8th 2010 in South Korea. To prevent SM from using the delay tactics, Hankyung has especially put forth an “Effective Suspension of Contract Agreement’ plead, if the court approves of the agreement, the earliest Hankyung will regain freedom is by March 2010.
Court session for appeals submitted by Hankyung to commence on January 8th
Lately there are conjectures regarding Hankyung’s lawsuit against SM, Hankyung’s Chinese representative Attorney Lee accepted an exclusive dialogue with Sina Entertainment this afternoon, giving an official statement on this matter for the first time. Attorney Lee revealed that Hankyung has recently submitted two applications to the Seoul Central District Court, including ‘Effective Suspension of Contract Agreement’ and ‘Contract Invalid Litigation’. Made up of both Chinese and Korean attorneys, the attorney group has began collecting evidence for each application, and combining with past celebrities’ termination cases with SM for defence preparation. Court session will officially commence on 8th January next year in Seoul Central District Court, Hankyung himself will not be present, and the attorney group will be representing him in court. Attorney Lee expressed that as this case is more complex by nature, therefore it is not possible to predict the chances of winning now.
Regaining freedom as early as March 2010
According to Korean Law, when the plaintiff made a contract invalid litigation, proceedings usually need to go through a three-step trial; the first trial, second trial and third trial. The first and second trials need a period of 4-8 months each, while the third trial has no explicit period, it may even take more than 8 months. In order to prevent SM from using the delay tactics, Hankyung has applied for the ‘Effective Suspension of Contract Agreement’ to the Seoul Central District Court at the same time, ruling for this plead would be known as early as March or April 2010. This also means that if the appeal is successful, Hankyung would be able to regain freedom in advance by March 2010.
Temporary refused to come into contact with the company while resting
The media has reported the various unfair clauses in Hankyung’s contract with SM previously, Attorney Lee expressed agreement that the media’s surmise has “a certain degree of basis.” He revealed that at the moment Hankyung is resting and will not attend any performing activities for now. On one hand Hankyung himself has felt that his body is not well and needs some time to recuperate, not coming into contact with the company is due to trepidation of the arising of unnecessary disputes; on the other hand as he has already submitted the lawsuit to the court, the relationship with the company has somewhat became awkward, if Hankyung were to attend activities arranged by SM, this may cause unnecessary surmises to arise, therefore his attorney group has advised him to not attend any activities organised by SM temporarily. As for advertisements, Attorney Lee expressed that if it is not together with SJ, he may consider accepting if the shooting is only him alone.
Source: Sina
translated by viragis@sj-world.net
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