Anticipation for Yuri’s acting debut in ‘Fashion King’ goes up after preview

 

The preview for the second episode of ‘Fashion King‘, where Girls’ Generation member Yuri will make her debut has raised the anticipation level of the viewers.

On March 19th, SBS’s ‘Fashion King’ aired its first episode which told the story of an orphan Lee Ga Young, played by Shin Se Kyung and Chang Young Gul played by Yoo Ah In.  The character Choi Anna played by Girls’ Generation member Yuri did not make an appearance.

Lee Ga Young’s parents worked as designers in a boutique but were falsely charged with arson by a scheme set up by Madam Cho.  Lee Ga Young had nowhere to go and ended up going to Dongdae-mun, where she worked a sewing machine at the store that Chang Young Gul owned and that is where their relationship begins.

Chang Young Gul caught onto Lee Ga Young’s ability at once and when he found out that she was accepted to a fashion school in America, he lent her money to get a plane ticket.  Chang Young Gul’s classmate and heir to the brand company Jay Fashion, Chung Jae Hyuk, played by Lee Jae Hoon, was ordered by his parents to go to New York.

Towards the end of the episode, Chang Young Gul got involved with the girlfriend of a mobster and ran away on a boat.  It seems that the these three characters will end up reuniting in New York.

Yuri will be making her acting debut through ‘Fashion King’ and appeared in the preview for the next episode, where it seems she will encounter the other three in New York.  In the preview, Chung Jae Hyuk tells Choi Anna that they should rekindle their relationship, to which she coldly responds by saying, “Wipe your mouth.”  In another scene she sees Chang Young Gul loitering in front of the studio naked and says, “I know you’re not gay but why are you standing out here like this?” and showed off her coolness.

Viewers went to the online board and commented, “I am waiting for Yuri’s appearance, when is she coming out?“, “My eyes are about to pop out waiting for Yuri.  Seeing the preview I assume she will appear tomorrow“, and “I have to wait until tomorrow to see Yuri?  i hope she comes out a lot tomorrow!”

黄美英 为“VOGUE GIRL”拍摄画报！(10P)

 

近日女子组合 少女时代 成员 黄美英 为时尚杂志“Vogue Girl”拍摄了一系列画报！相关画报是在 Tiffany 的故乡美国洛杉矶完成拍摄的。

成员 Tiffany 在时尚杂志“Vogue Girl”于4月号的杂志当中展示出了活泼的样子。 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

少女时代 公开“THE BOYS”练习视频！

 

续早前为大家报道关于 少女时代 公开了歌曲“Mr Taxi”的练习视频以后，今天也陆续公开了歌曲“The Boys”的练习视频！一起来听听看看吧！

 

SNSD unveiled practice video for The Boys!

Check out the dance practice video of SNSD's The Boys!

 

Fashion King receives bigger viewer rating than Dream High 2

 

KBS "Dream High 2" continues to bring in disappointing viewer rating. On the 20th of March it has been revealed that the show continues to have single digit ratings and this time also continues to plummet down. It's rating for it's latest episode sunk to 5.7% which fell from 5.8% from last 13th of March.

The show is the complete opposite of the success Dream High Season 1 garnered when it came to viewer ratings. Viewers shared their thoughts saying that they are disappointed with the story development. Meanwhile, SBS new drama "Fashion King" which aired it's first episode received a good first episode rating receiving 10.0% and MBC "Light and Shadow" received 22.5% viewer rating. 

Taeyeon writes thank you letter to fans

 

Girls' Generation's Taeyeon's handwritten thank you letter is drawing the attention of fans. 

On March 14, it was revealed that Taeyeon had stopped by the optical shop her father operates in Jeonju. In the store’s guest book she penned a thank you letter with her unique butterfly autograph. The letter reads:

"Hi~~ My name is Taeyeonie… +_+ I haven’t been here in a while +_+ Was this book here back then? Heh heh. I heard from my parents that a lot of people visit! Leaving messages here every time you visit… Me like ^^ Me like! Me like! ^_^!! I’ll leave a message here every time I stop by!♡ Anyway… It’s a bit embarrassing here. Hahaha! Bye bye… 2012.3.14 -Taengoo-"

Netizens cpmmented, "The handwriting is cute, just like Taeyeon", "I wonder when she went down to Jeonju" and "I should personally go on a pilgrimage to the shop." 

FreeStyle Sports Does "The Boys"!

 

FreeStyle Sports, the company that promotes a series of online sports-related games that feature game characters based on the 9 ladies of SNSD, has recently released a really fun video for fans to enjoy. In it, the 9 SNSD characters, donning the costumes from “The Boys” music video, actually does a rendition of the said song.

Watch the video below and figure out who is who in the video.

The Korean music industry taken over by idols born in mid-90s!

 

It is indeed impossible to stop time.

SNSD (Girls’ Generation), Wonder Girls, Kara, T-ara, B2ST, and MBLAQ‘s members that were born in the later half of the 1980s and the early 1990s have led the boy group/ girl group craze the past few years. However, the once young and fresh idols have now become mature sunbae stars, and the younger members have taken their places.

In the music industry, the new leading faces of the idols are the ones born between 1994 and 1996, and the ones born in the mid- 90s. It has now become the norm to meet the mid 90s idols on any music show.

At the forefront of the mid-90s idols are stars born in 1994, or high school seniors this year, such asf(x)‘s Sulli and Krystal, miss A‘s Suzy, 4Minute‘s Kwon So Hyun, and Dal Shabet‘s Subin.

After only 2-3 years since their debut, with their charming looks and innocence being a given, these stars have a prominent presence in not only the music industry, but also in dramas and variety shows. They have already become top star grade. Furthermore, showing constant improvement and endless possibilities, these 1994 stars are gaining fandom day by day.

Furthermore, there are plenty of idol singers even younger than the 1994 stars.

A Pink‘s Kim Namjoo, Boyfriend‘s twin brothers Kwangmin and Youngmin, as well as Minwoo, B.A.P‘s Jongup, and other stars that have been very active since their debut last year and this year are at the forefront of the 1995s.

Rookie group Nu’est will be debuting this month from Pledis Entertainment (company of After School and Son Dambi). Four of the five members, J.R, Len, Baekho, and Minhyun are 1995s, attracting much attention.

The youngest of the mid 90s idols are the 96 stars A Pink‘s Oh Hayoung, and B.A.P‘s Zelo.

However, while the mid 90s idols have an advantage of having started the idol lifestyle early, they also have disadvantages.

The lack of harmonious development of skills and character due to experience are one of them.

One expert in the music industry commented, “Even if they debuted at a young age, a pro ought to be a pro” and“especially if they pass the age of twenty, the industry and the fans both have higher standards, and if the stars do not constantly concentrate on improving their skills, they could die out, just like that.”

Furthermore, he advised, “After becoming a star at a young age, if even temporarily, they start losing popularity, there are instances where they will stray majorly. To prevent this, both the stars and the recording company must do their best to develop their emotional growth.”

Tiffany poses in Los Angeles for Vogue Girl

 

Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany showed off a sophisticated, chic look while in her hometown Los Angeles.

On the April issue of ‘Vogue Girl‘, Tiffany showed off a vibrant look giving off a warm feel like the sunny city of Los Angeles.

Perfectly pulling off the dazzling colors of her outfit, Tiffany also sported various lip colors to pull off various vibes. She also posed at various locations including a pool, yacht, merry-go-round, and other spots that symbolize Los Angeles.

Girls’ Generation, KARA, 2PM, 2NE1, SHINee, and CNBLUE receive nominations for MTV Video Music Awards Japan 2012

 

Some of the top Kpop stars have received nominations at the MTV VMAJ 2012 (Video Music Awards Japan 2012).

On March 19th, MTV Japan revealed the nominees for the MTV VMAJ 2012 (Video Music Awards Japan 2012). KARA, Girls’ Generation, 2PM, 2NE1, SHINee, and CNBLUE all received nominations in various categories.

In the “Best Group Video” category, 2PM received a nomination for “I’m Your Man“.

In the “Best New Artist Video” category, CNBLUE received a nomination for “In My Head” along with 2NE1 with “I AM THE BEST“.

In the “Best Video of the Year” category, Girls’ Generation received a nomination for “MR. TAXI“.

In the “Best Choreography” category, SHINee received a nomination for “LUCIFER“.

In the “Best Album of the Year” category, KARA received a nomination for ‘Super Girl‘ along with Girls’ Generation with ‘GIRLS’ GENERATION‘.

This year’s award show will be held in Chiba at Makuhari Messe Hall on June 23rd.

Vote for 2PM in the “Best Group Video” category here.

Vote for CNBLUE or 2NE1 in the “Best New Artist Video” category here.

Vote for Girls’ Generation in the “Best Video of the Year” category here.

Vote for SHINee in the “Best Choreography” category here.

Vote for KARA or Girls’ Generation in the “Best Album of the Year” category here.

Good luck to the nominees!

秀英电视剧出道 “第三医院”试镜

 

 

少女时代 “MR TAXI”练习视频公开！

 

续几个月前女子组合 少女时代 公开新歌曲“MR Taxi”的完整音乐视频与舞台版的音乐视频以后，今天也公开了相关歌曲的练习视频，一起来看看少女没练习时候的状况吧！

 

Girls' Generation Nominated For Two MTV VMAJ Awards!

 

Girls’ Generation has been nominated for two awards at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards Japan.

Their hit single, “MR. TAXI”, is nominated for Best Video of the Year. Released on April 25th of 2011, the music video for “MR. TAXI” has amassed over 47 million views on YouTube. Girls’ Generation is nominated alongside artists like EXILE and Lady Gaga.

In addition to Best Video of the Year, Girls’ Generation is also nominated for Best Album of the Year for their record-breaking album “Girls’ Generation: Japan 1st Album”. The album was a hit, staying in the top ten on the Oricon chart for an incredible thirteen weeks. Along with the repackaged version, it became the first album by a Korean girl group to reach one million shipments. Girls’ Generation’s first Japanese album was widely praised by critics for its solid production and unique sound. Other nominees for this award include KARA (Super Girl), JUJU (YOU), Coldplay (MYLO XYLOTO), and Lady Gaga (Born This Way).

Japanese and Western music videos and albums released in Japan between March 1st, 2011 and February 29, 2012 were eligible for nomination. MTV Video Music Awards Japan 2012 will take place on June 23rd at Makuhari Messe, a convention center just outside Tokyo. Japanese artist Perfume will be the MC’s for this year’s show.

"Love Rain" releases posters of Jang Geun Suk and YoonA

 

With just a few days before its much-awaited premiere, KBS upcoming drama "Love Rain" has released more teasers to heighten up your anticipation!

Recently, the cast of "Love Rain" gathered at a studio in Gangnam for the poster shoot. Lead stars Jang Geun Sukand YoonA, along with Lee Mi Sook, Jung Jin Young, Kim Shi Hoo, Kim Young Kwang and others participated in the shoot.

Director Yoon Seuk Ho looked over the shoot and meticulously directed which props to use and where it should be placed. He commented, "It’s amazing how much Jang Geun Suk, YoonA, and Kim Shi Hoo changed, both physically and mentally, from their 1970s characters."

"Love Rain" is about a man and woman who meet in college in 1970 and their love story. It is a fantasy melodrama and Jang Geun Suk and Yoona will play dual roles. Jang Geun Suk plays ’70s art student named ‘Seo In Ha’, and his son in the year 2012, a free-spirited photographer named ‘Seo Jun’. YoonA, on the other hand, will be playing the innocent ’70s campus goddess ‘Kim Yoon Hee’, as well as her daughter in 2012, ‘Ha Na’.

The drama will premiere on KBS on March 26 at 9:55PM KST.

 

Sooyoung to star in new drama "The Third Hospital"

 

After having rejected the offer of her casting for TV Chosun's drama "Speed", Girls' Generation's Sooyoung will finally be making her first acting attempt in another traditional drama.

Sooyoung has been cast for a lead role in the upcoming tvN's medical drama "The Third Hospital", which is centered on a hospital that practices both Oriental and non-oriental medicine. Sooyoung will play the role of a violist, and along with the other female role, played by Kim Minjung, will be involved in a romantic storyline with the two male characters, played by Kim Seungwoo and Oh Jiho.

"The Third Hospital" is a drama set in a neurosurgery department of an alternative hospital which adopts both western and oriental medical practices. The drama outlines the competition that took place among neurosurgeons who challenge one another to cure their patients using various western and oriental medical methods. This new-concept medical drama will be the first of its kind in Korea.

With the final cast consisting of Kim Seungwoo, Oh Jiho, Kim Minjung, and Sooyoung, pre-production will begin in early April. The drama is scheduled to start airing at the end of July. 

Girls' Generation, KARA, CNBLUE, 2NE1, SHINee and 2PM receives nominations for MTV VMAJ 2012

 

On March 19th, MTV Japan revealed the nominees for the MTV VMAJ 2012 (Video Music Awards Japan 2012). Some of the top Kpop stars have received nominations including Girls' Generation, KARA, CNBLUE, 2NE1,SHINee and 2PM.

Girls' Generation received nomination for two awards; "Best Video of the Year" for their hit single "Mr. Taxi" and "Best Album of the Year" for their first Japanese album "Girls’ Generation".

2PM received nomination in the "Best Group Video" for their hit track "I'm Your Man", while in the "Best Choreography" category, SHINee received a nomination for "LUCIFER".

In the "Best New Artist Video" category, CNBLUE received a nomination for "In My Head" along with 2NE1 with "I AM THE BEST".

And along with Girls' Generation, KARA received nomination in the "Best Album of the Year" category.

Like its counterpart in the US, the MTV VMAJ awards artists for their songs and videos through online voting. This time around, the online voting has begun since March 19th and will go on until June 8th. 

The MTV VMAJ 2012 will take place at Makuhari Messe, Chiba on June 23rd and the event will be hosted by Japanese girl group Perfume.