Jang Geun seok and Yoona's first shooting

Hallyu star Jang Geun-seok and Girl's Generation Yoona's new drama "Love Rides the Rain" started shooting.

The first shot took place in Daegu on the 24th. Besides the director, Jang Geun-seok, Yoona, Kim Si-hoo, Son Eun-seo,Hwang Bo-ra, Seo In-guk and others were also there.

After a big shout out of 'fighting', the actors and actresses went through extreme changes to fit into the background which was in the 1970s. Goody student Jang Geun-seok, elegant and innocent Yoona as a college girl, Kim Si-hoo, Son Eun-seo, Hwang Bo-ra and Seo In-guk styling hairstyles that was 'in' at that time.

Despite the week-end, so many fans gathered around the set to take a look.

PD Yoon said, "Starting something new is always a good and happy thing. The start can be a dream and the dream can be made if everyone works hard". Jan Geun-seok said, "Everything about the preparations for the movie such as the lightings, the fresh campus and others make me feel good. Every cut seems like a piece of work".

Yoona said, "Thanks to the directors way of talking, how detailed he is, we were able to wrap up today's shoot very well. I am glad we look good on screen".

Meanwhile, known as the 2nd "Winter Sonata", "Love Rides the Rain" will be aired next year.

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Weekly Idol selected 7 idols who change the most each time they make their comeback,check out the videos below to see which idols have made it on the list!

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SNSD auctions off their ‘Woongjin Coway’ outfits and props for charity

On September 27th, SNSD attended a charity auction for single women breadwinners called the ‘Beautiful Auction’ in collaboration with their endorsement brand, ‘Woongjin Coway‘.

‘Woongjin Coway’ came up with the idea of auctioning off the outfits and accessories SNSD wore in their CF to help raise funds for the charity. The charity aims to support women in building new lives and independence.

The members of SNSD personally autographed the items and posed for reporters next to an autographed water purifier. Check out photos from the event below!

SNSD's Yuri and Soo Young's university photos revealed

SNSD's Yuri and Soo Young went to school.

Both of them were spotted in casual outfits,as expected,they have garnered much attention from the students of their university.

Fans commented,"they look gorgeous in casual outfits","Soo Young has recovered".

The girls will make their comeback next month with new album My Boys!

SNSD’s Yuri & Sooyoung spotted on college campus

Two photos of SNSD‘s Yuri and Sooyoung were recently shared on an online community site and have been attracting a great deal of attention from netizens.

Both ladies are currently enrolled in Chung-Ang University in Seoul, and despite their busy schedules and preparations for their upcoming comeback to the music scene, had time to stop and sign some autographs for their fellow students.

In the photos, Yuri is wearing a casual yet trendy outfit, comprised of a simple white t-shirt under a red plaid button-down top. Sooyoung is also looking like a lovely college student with a cute beige jacket over a pink shirt.

Netizens commented, “I’m so jealous that you were able to see them from so close,” and, “They must be busy with their schedules but are still trying their best to properly attend school.”

SNSD unveils Sunny & Hyoyeon’s comeback photos for ‘The Boys’!

It’s barely been a day since SNSD‘s full comeback date was officially announced, yet fans are already clamoring over the return, fervently awaiting the latest teasers to be released. Just moments earlier,SM Entertainment unveiled two more teasers featuring Sunny and Hyoyeon!

Like Taeyeon‘s photo, Sunny and Hyoyeon’s photos both carry auras of elegance while stunning fans with the ladies’ new looks. Sunny wears a red hood and ruffled cream dress with heavy eyeliner and side-swept blonde hair. Hyoyeon sports a short blonde bob with flowers dramatically accenting her head, with unconventional make-up to match.

With these three releases, fans have been attempting to piece together what this track concept will be. Many speculated that there would be an underlying fairytale theme, as Taeyeon holds a red apple in her hand like Snow White and Sunny’s outfit alludes to the Red Riding Hood. Though not a fairytale character, many fans are already exclaiming that Hyoyeon’s piercing stare is reminiscent of the Parisian Amélie.

Fans have been curious about What do you think the concept for ‘The Boys‘ could be?

SNSD released Sunny and Hyo Yeon's teaser photos

2 more teaser photos released today.

This time SM unveiled the teaser photos of Sunny and Hyo yeon,3 revealed,6 more to go,are you excited for the girls' comeback?

Longer preview of “Running Man – SNSD Special” revealed

Yesterday, we revealed a short preview of the ‘SNSD special‘ from the popular SBS show, “Running Man“. A longer clip recently hit the web, giving fans a better look at what’s to come.

Members YoonA, Seohyun, Jessica, Taeyeon, Hyoyeon, and Yuri paired up with the six male cast members of the show to complete their respective missions and have some fun. The missions reportedly consisted of ‘Couple look parade’, ‘Picnic’, ‘Couple karaoke’, and more.

The episode will air on October 2nd, so check back with allkpop for updates on this awesome special!

A first look at SNSD’s YoonA in her new drama, “Love Rain”

Earlier, we reported that SNSD‘s YoonA landed the lead female role in a new drama called “Love Rain“. A snapshot from the drama set has just been revealed, showing off YoonA’s new look for the series.

In this photo, YoonA exuded the charm of an innocent college student from the ’70s. Her white one-piece dress, burgundy cardigan, and mary jane shoes highlight a quiet beauty; meanwhile, her pose of holding her textbooks to her chest makes her seem shy and reserved.

Netizens commented, “YoonA landed a role that suits her perfectly“, “Even just the picture alone is very delicate“, and “She makes going down the steps look difficult.”

YoonA will be starring alongside heartthrob Jang Geun Suk, and the series is scheduled to air sometime in 2012. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting drama!

Innocent pretty college student Yoona

A picture of Yoona was uploaded in web and attracts attention. It seemed that the picture was taken from "Love Rain" shooting where she was casted as one of the protagonist.

In the picture she is wearing an old school uniform. She is wearing a plain dress and a maroon cardigan with books in her arms and a pink sling bag.

She really looks like a typical college student with those shoes and white socks.

The drama ‘Love Rain’ will air on the 1st quarter of 2012.

J-League players impersonate SNSD

A group in Japan imitating SNSD has become a topic of discussion recently. The interesting fact is that these impersonators are not singers but professional football players.

On September 26th, Japan’s ‘Sports Nikkan’ reported on this group dubbed as ‘Muscles Generation’. Recently, there was an event to commemorate the 20th anniversary founding of J-League football club, Kashima Antlers. It was a free entry event held at Kashima’s football stadium where fans were treated with various enjoyable activities.

During this event, Kashima Antlers players were applauded for the performances that they had prepared for the fans. Particularly, one of the performances by a group inspired by SNSD called ‘Muscles Generation’ which received overwhelming response from the crowd.

The 7-member group appeared on stage with colorful tight jeans, much to the amusement of the fans. After announcing themselves as Japan’s ‘Muscles Generation’, they proceeded to perform comic dances to the music played. Seeing their players’ different images carved smiles and laughters on the faces of the football fans.

The news about ‘Muscles Generation’ performances by Kashima Antlers’ players have garnered much interest among Japanese netizens.