Forbes Asia - Top Korean Celebrities List

The Forbes Asia issue was released, including a list of Korea's Top Celebrities, all in english. We alreadyposted the full extensive list back in February, but it's nice to see this list spread across Asia (and in english for non-Koreans, non-kpop aware people to see)

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Korea's Top Celebrities

Forbes Korea, 03.31.11, 06:00 PM EDT

Forbes Asia Magazine dated April 11, 2011

Athletes and singers dominate this year.

This year's FORBES KOREA Power Celebrity List ranks Korea's top 40 stars using the following factors: the most-searched names on South Korea's Internet portals; the celebs' annual income and donations to charity; number of endorsements; mentions in Korean and international media; and the number of magazine cover appearances. We list the Top 20 below.

Full List~

1. Girls Generation - SINGERS

2. Park Ji-Sung - FOOTBALL PLAYER

3. Yuna Kim - FIGURE SKATER

4. Lee Seung-Gi - SINGER

5. 2PM - SINGERS

6. Yu Jae-Seok - TV PERSONALITY

7. Lee Chung-Yong - FOOTBALL PLAYER

8. 2AM - SINGERS

9. Choo Shin-Soo - BASEBALL PLAYER

10. Kang Ho-Dong - TV PERSONALITY

11. Lee Hyo-Ri - SINGER

12. Yoon Si-Yoon - ACTOR

13. Rain - SINGER

14. Park Chu-Young - FOOTBALL PLAYER

15. Mina Shin - ACTRESS

16. Super Junior - SINGER

17. Won Bin - ACTOR

18. Hwang Jung-Eum - ACTRESS

19. Kim Hye-Su - ACTRESS

20. Ko Hyeon-Jeong - ACTRESS

Mnet’s “Idol Chart Show” ranks the Top 20 idol bodies!

Which Korean idol has the best body?

A worthy question, albeit one that’s inherently hard to determine, especially when one is attempting to grade males and females on the same scale.

Nevertheless, Mnet’s “Idol Chart Show” decided to take a stab at it on a recent show, as they ranked the Top 20 idol bodies.

Does your favorite idol make the list? Do you agree with the rankings?

Check out the video profiles and rankings below!

20 – KARA’s Jiyoung

19 – miss A’s Min

18 – Lee Seung Gi

17 – 2AM’s Seulong

16 – f(x)’s Victoria

15 – Big Bang’s Taeyang

14 – Rainbow’s Jaekyung

13 – Big Bang’s Daesung

12 – Secret’s Hyosung

11 – Super Junior’s Siwon

10 – MBLAQ’s Lee Joon

9 – Hwang Jung Eum

8 – SNSD’s Yuri

7 – TVXQ’s Changmin

6 – Hyori

5 – 2AM’s Changmin

4 – After School’s UEE

3 – 2PM’s Taecyeon

2 – G.NA

1 – Rain

SNSD’s Jessica & f(x)’s Krystal attend “Marc by Marc Jacobs” opening event

On April 24th, the Jung sisters - SNSD’s Jessica and f(x)’s Krystal – attended the ‘10th Limited Capsule Collection Opening’ for “Marc by Marc Jacobs” at Kangnam’s Shinsegae Mall.

The sisters are known to be fans of the brand, and the two made an appearance wearing limited edition dresses to celebrate the brand’s 10th anniversary.

According to a representative from the event, the girls were invited for their youthful and fresh image, which they felt fit well with the concept of the ‘Limited Capsule Collection’.

IU increases Mexicana sales, up more than 30% from last year

The power of idol groups is sweeping across the franchise fried chicken industry. For the chicken brand market, it’s difficult to find anyone as appealing as an ‘idol’ to teenage or family consumers.

With all the top brands, such as Mexicana, Goobne, MasDay Chicken, BBQ, BHC and HotSun Chicken employing idols as their company sponsors, the fierce battle within the chicken industry has begun.

Mexicana chose IU as their 2011 model, using such fierce marketing tactics such as diaries and bromides. IU is an idol who is loved by the entire generation. Not only through singing but acting as well, her strong point lies in her friendly image as the ‘Nation’s Little Sister.’ A PR representative stated “Last month’s sales are up 30% from the same period as the previous year, meaning the ‘IU Effect’ is clearly visible.”

SNSD's Jessica,"Hello,we are Jessica" + SNSD's self introduction in chinese!

SNSD went to Beijing for the Samsung Fanmeet last week and the girls introduced themselves in chinese during the fanmeet.

Jessica made a cute mistake during the fanmeet by saying that "Hello,We Are Jessica" in chinese,the other members also did a very good job introducing themselves,sorry for sharing this video lately,the fans's scream is unbearable but this showed how much they love the girls!

Check out the fancam here!

Jessica's cute mistake on 1.52

Sisters Jessica and Krystal Attend Marc Jacobs Event

Girls' Generation's Jessica and f(x)'s Krystal were at the opening of the Marc Jacobs 10th Anniversary Limited Capsule Collection held at Kangnam, Seoul. The event was held on April 24th, and the two sisters appeared in outfits that showed off their appeal.

Jessica showed off her sophisticated style with her leopard mini skirt and her nude pumps. Sister Krystal, on the other hand, was dressed in a military jacket, and had a blue hobo bag which added to her cute image.

Since its launch in 2001, Marc Jacobs has steadfastly received much love from people. To celebrate their 10th anniversary, the brand is reissuing a slew of their most popular styles, including their military collection and silk scarves.

Jung sisters shop together!

SNSD's Jessica and f(x)'s Krystal spotted shopping at a Marc Jacob store in Gangnam recently.

Despite their busy schedule,they managed to spare some time to shop together,hope to see more interactions from them again.