In the live showing of MBC radio program 'Sunny's FM Date' on February 10, Sunnyrelayed her happy birthday wishes to fellow member Sooyoung.
Someone requested the Can's song "My Spring Day," so Sunny said, "Since I'm introducing 'My Spring Day,' Sooyoung, who appeared in [drama] 'My Spring Day,' comes to mind. Today is Sooyoung's birthday, too. I'll dedicate some time [to her]."
She then said, "Sooyoung, happy birthday. Thank you for being by my side. Although there's a big difference in our height so that our eyes aren't on the same level, our hearts are on the same level. I love you. Happy birthday. Your Romeo."
She also introduced Naul's "You From the Same Time," saying, "A lot of people requested this song. The Brown Eyed Soul members plan to release solo singles starting with Naul. Our Yoo Seung Ho oppa, who recently got discharged from the military, appeared in the MV."
As he is younger than her so wouldn't have the 'oppa title,' she explained, "Anyone who's good looking is oppa," making everyone laugh.
Chinese media outlets are reporting on a recent interview with former Girls' GenerationJessica and her statement involving her younger sister, f(x)'s Krystal.
On February 11, Jessica was attending a promotional event where she was asked about her new career as the designer of Blanc & Eclare. She said, "If I wasn't a celebrity, I would probably have become a designer. I've been influenced a lot by my mother, who is a graceful woman.'
In terms of whether there are any plans for her and Krystal to create a duo unit under SM Entertainment, which are rumors that have been around for a while, Jessica commented that she wouldn't mind. She stated, "It's not impossible in the future, but right now, I don't know. I plan to take it one step at a time like I did with designing, and I don't think there would be a reason to decline if there was an offer."
What do you think about a possible Jessica-Krystal unit?
On February 11, the official Facebook page of 'Kang Ho Dong's Baekjeong' restaurant in Koreatown NYC posted up a picture of their chef and restaurant owner posing with former Girls' Generation member Jessica, revealing that the idol was in the heart of the Big Apple.
Along with the photo, they wrote, "We were thrilled to have Korean superstar and fashion icon (Creative Director, Blanc & Eclare), Jessica at #Baekjeong last night!"
Just a day ago, Jessica posted up an Instagram picture of her and Krystal bumming on the bed. Although there are no clear signs that she is preparing for her comeback to the industry, Jessica seems to be doing a lot more traveling and relaxing before getting back into the grind.
Meanwhile, the fashion icon and creative director of 'BLANC & ECLARE' was spotted relaxing and appearing in different official events in China.
Girls' Generation's Tiffany stirs up the excitement of the fans with her latest update on Instagram.
She posted a photo of herself in a recording studio with caption "Soooooooon!!" on February 12th, which made many fans jump in their seats as it probably means that the girls are currently preparing for the album, and their comeback will be getting near soon.
Girls' Generation's latest release as a group was 4th mini album 'Mr.Mr' on February 24th, 2014
The Jung sisters delight hearts of their fans by waking up together and appearing very lovable.
Jessica posted on her instagram account, "My cute alarm clock." Though their faces were half covered, we could see how fresh and pretty the sisters are in their matching white pajamas.
S.M. Entertainment has released a third music video teaser for f(x)’s Amber’s “Shake That Brass”, appropriately titled “Teaser 3 with friends”. The teaser includes Hyoyeon and artists from many other groups.
Update on February 11th, 2015:
S.M. Entertainment has released the second teaser for f(x)’s Amber’s “Shake That Brass”, which also features Taeyeon. Amber’s first solo album will soon be released online on February 13th and in stores on February 16th.
Update on February 6th, 2015:
Amber’s title song from her solo album, featuring Taeyeon, will be titled “Shake That Brass”. The album will be released online on February 13th.
Original article from February 5th, 2015:
S.M. Entertainment has announced that f(x)’s Amber will soon be making her solo debut. Amber will release her first mini-album, “Beautiful”, on February 16th. The mini-album will consist of five songs that Amber participated in writing and composing, and Taeyeon will be featured in the album’s title track.
Amber is the latest of several S.M. Entertainment artists to make her solo debut, following Super Junior-M’s Henry, SHINee’s Taemin, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, and SHINee’s Jonghyun. S.M. Entertainment has revealed that Taeyeon is also currently in the process of preparing a solo album, which is planned for release in the first half of 2015.
Yuri: Hello. I’m really happy to meet you. Hello everyone.
ST: Please, give a greeting.
Yuri: Yes. Hello everyone. I’m Girls’ Generation’s Yuri. I’m very happy to be able to come to Hong Kong to greet everyone. I’m very happy to meet you all.
ST: Yes. Can you say that in Cantonese once?
Yuri: I can. Hello everyone. I’m Yuri. I love you~ (laughs) That’s really difficult.
ST: Yes yes yes. You said it very well. Yes. Welcome.
Yuri: Yes. I’m very happy to meet you.
ST: We all know that you’re really busy with a couple activities happening at the same time, but for you specifically, are you still interested in variety shows?
Yuri: Every time I go on a variety show, I think it’s really interesting and enjoyable, so I haven’t really had huge difficulties. If there is an opportunity, I’m willing to participate. If everyone likes watching, I should be able to become the queen of entertainment.
ST: There’s one show in which you’re taking care of some pandas. Can you give us any insight into that show?
Yuri: This time I took care of panda triplets, so what was originally one panda’s cuteness got multiplied by three; you can see it all at once. By watching pandas like this, you already think they’re really adorable, and it really attracts people’s affection. And also, I act as an animal keeper, so I take care of them on location. There’s also the bamboo that pandas like to eat. We cut the bamboo like this, carefully lay them out, preparing their food with our own hands. That process is extremely significant. I really enjoy it.
We also went to Guangzhou, to a zoo to directly take care of pandas, and there were also opportunities to chat with Chinese people. Additionally, we saw a lot of other animals. In this way, we could see animals at close range. It was very new and interesting.
ST: Taking care of three pandas is certainly no easy feat. Maybe it’s because you take care of a dog that a lot of little things [to take care of] come more naturally to you?
Yuri: Although I don’t know the methods for taking care of pandas, my love for animals is the same. Because at home, I’m taking care of a little dog every day: that kind of love for animals, I think it’s all the same.
ST: Aside from taking care of animals, you’re also involved in another show that deals with dating. Now in this show, you faced the other person through a camera. Were there any difficulties that happened?
Yuri: I think of the camera as my boyfriend, and then act towards the camera lens. It’s actually a little difficult. But even if I’m just acting towards the camera, my mood is really good.
ST: Now Yuri herself is the ideal type for many guys, but we want to ask what do you think it is about yourself that attracts the opposite gender?
Yuri: First, I want to thank everyone. Do I have to say it out loud myself? Seriously. It’s just.. it’s a bit… (Translator’s note: screentext says, “looks like it’s a healthy figure?”) because my image is very healthy, so everyone would like me. If not that, then…my skin tone?
ST: Aside from having beautiful skin, you also manage to keep your body really fit. What do you normally do to keep it so fit?
Yuri: The most recent…the most recent [I’ve been doing] is horseback riding. Horseback riding. And I’m always doing yoga. I really like to exercise. Yes.
ST: Yoga and stretches also really help out with dancing right?
Yuri: Right.
ST: For yoga, being so experienced in it, do you do a lot of difficult exercises?
Yuri: I’ve been practicing yoga for seven years, more or less. Eight years, now. Always persistently practicing it. Although sometimes I’m too busy with work, and can’t do it all the time, I do my best to keep practicing yoga. Yes.
ST: So, going back to acting, Yoona and Sooyoung have also appeared in several dramas. Do you ever watch their works and ask them for advice?
Yuri: Yes. Every time, before I film a drama, we all discuss it together. And when it’s time to film, when it’s officially broadcasted, everyone will carefully observe and discuss others’ performances. We also go have fun on set.
ST: Having also acted in a movie, do you have any expectations for future work?
Yuri: First of all, if I find a role that is consistent with my image, I would just want to quickly put out the new piece as soon as possible, and come and meet with fans; but first I have to find a good project. And also…I also have to diligently practice languages, not just Korean. I hope to participate in a Chinese television show, or a Chinese movie. If there’s an opportunity, I’d like to also participate in a Hong Kong production.
ST: (Translator’s note: omitting really long explanation of how long Girls’ Generation has been together)…Is it possible for you to tell us about how the preparations are going for the comeback?
Yuri: Actually this is still a secret. We are diligently preparing. This year, we’ll definitely release an album… compared to last year’s, everyone will see a more mature appearance. Also for this year’s album, the members’ involvement is even higher, so I’m working hard writing lyrics and working hard composing. Everyone, please look forward to it with great interest.
ST: In previous albums, you participated in writing the song lyrics [and composing] by yourself and with other writers; will we see something similar this time around?
Yuri: Yes. Not long before, in order to write lyrics, I was preparing. A good product…if you finish a good end product, you should be able to show it for everyone to see. I look forward to it.
ST: Because everyone in Soshi has been busy lately with their own schedules and you spend less time together, how does everyone keep up with each other?
Yuri: We don’t have to do anything. We don’t need to work hard to maintain our relationship. Among family, we actually don’t need to say it out loud, we don’t need to show it; we all understand the other. So, it’s like this, mutually…（Translator’s note: screentext says, “no news is good news”) We think like this. Think about it: during we get together and go eat good food; otherwise, we’ll just share our interests together.
ST: It’s been a long time since Soshi has come to Hong Kong [for a concert/event]; what the fans want to know is when you guys will be coming back?
Yuri: Hong Kong fans are really enthusiastic in supporting us. The impression I got is really unforgettable. After the new album comes out, if everyone likes it, in order to repay everyone’s love, I think we should come visit here soon.
ST: For you yourself, 2014 was filled with a lot of different accomplishments, so what do you look forward to in 2015?
Yuri: Last year, 2014, passed healthily for me. [It was] a year that ended very happily. But actually, I don’t look back and reflect on the past very much. Last year I lived very healthily, so I consider it a successful year. And for the year 2015, I wish for even more work, meeting frequently with fans, and I hope Girls’ Generation’s album will be released successfully and smoothly. Besides that album, I wish that we’d be able to release another album. One album for every member. Or a subunit album — any of those would be good.
ST: Lastly, are there any words you would like to say to the fans in Hong Kong?
Yuri: Yes. Hong Kong fans, thank you so much for coming to see me. Soon, I’ll meet everyone with an even better appearance. Everyone, please look forward to and patiently wait! I love you all! Thank you. Thank you.
Naver Starcast has featured Seohyun for her role in the “Gone with the Wind” musical. The feature, taking place at the Seoul Arts Center where the “Gone with the Wind” musical is running, includes several photos of Seohyun transforming into Scarlett O’Hara, and she is shown getting her hair done, applying her own makeup, and picking out her outfit. Seohyun is also spotted studying her lines and plays the piano. Finally, Seohyun gives a brief interview about “Gone with the Wind”, speaking about her experience in musicals and comparing herself to her character.
Questions and photos from Seohyun’s feature can be seen below. The full article is available onNaver Starcast.
Q. It is the second time to try musical after ‘Moon Embracing the Sun’. It seems like you have fallen in love with the musical.
“I am the Seohyun of ‘GIRLS’ GENERATION’ when I go up on the stage as a singer. However I turn into a different person when I go up on the musical stage. It is very attractive being a different person and experiencing that person’s life indirectly.”
Q. ‘Gone with the Wind’ is very famous for the novel and the movie also. Besides, this musical is the premiere of Asia, isn’t it?
“I could not believe that I was casted for this masterpiece as a main character. I worried first. However I actually wanted to fulfill the expectations of who picked me and believed me. Also I had acquisitiveness to show various characters of me to the fans.”
Q. Any similar points of Scarlett O’Hara and Seohyun?
“Actually Scarlett is bit different to my real personality but I sympathized a lot to her life. The features of not being agitated by other people’s views and overcoming those parts by believing in herself were similar to me.”
Q. You have been double-casted with Bada for the character of ‘Scarlett O’Hara’.
“Bada was on top already when I was dreaming about being a singer. Therefore it was an honor to play with her in a same performance. We discuss about the character together when we have time and it really helps a lot.”
Q. The reason why we should watch ‘Gone with the Wind’?
“It is the masterpiece which everyone can get touched and have lingering feelings. With family, with lover, and with children, it is a global masterpiece that would be great whoever you watch it with.”
