Girls' Generation to Release Repackaged Japanese Album in Korea!

Just moments ago, it was announced that Girls’ Generation will be releasing their repackaged, first Japanese album in Korea. The album, titled “Re:Package Album: Girls’ Generation ~The Boys~” will be out in Korea on the 9th of February.

There will be two different versions of the album. The regular edition will only come with a CD, while the first press edition will come with a CD and a DVD. Below is the track list of the album.

[CD]

1. The Boys (JAPANESE ver.)

2. THE GREAT ESCAPE (Brian Lee remix)

3. BAD GIRL feat. DEV (The Cataracs remix)

4. Time Machine

5. MR.TAXI

6. GENIE

7. Gee

8. I’m In Love With The HERO

9. 훗 (HOOT)

10. Let It Rain

11. Beautiful Stranger

12. you

13. Run Devil Run

14. BORN TO BE A LADY

15. [Bonus track] MR.TAXI (Steve Aoki remix)

[DVD]

-Music Clip-

1. The Boys (English ver.)

2. BAD GIRL

You can show your support for Girls’ Generation by purchasing your copy of this album via Leesmusic. The regular edition can be purchased here while the first press edition can be bought here . Also, don’t forget to catch Girls’ Generation on the “Late Show with David Letterman” and “LIVE! with Kelly” this coming week!

Girls' Generation voted 'Power People' of the entertainment industry

Girls’ Generation and SM Entertainment’s founder/chairman, Lee SooMan were selected as the entertainment industry’s ‘Power People’.

On entertainment information program, TV Joseon’s ‘Entertainment in TV’, Girls’ Generation were voted as the best ‘Power People’ in the female entertainers category among 100 others who are entertainment reporters, PD, writers, etc. The survey was carried out for a period of 1 week from January 21st.

The girls were picked as one of the ‘Power People’ because of their overseas advancement and also their role as the leader of Kpop and Hallyu boom. Composer Park GeunTae said, “The result reflects Girls’ Generation’s success in signing a contract with America’s top major music label, Interscope Records. I think it is a meaningful step for them as this is somewhat similar to a promising football player signing for a famous football club. In the US market, real challenges await”.

SM Entertainment’s chairman, Lee SooMan who faced challenges from entertainment’s industry’s top producers such as Yang HyunSuk, Park JinYoung, Hong SeungSung, Kim KwangSoo, etc was voted as the winner of the Producer Category. Yoo JaeSuk who features in many variety programs topped the Male Entertainers Category while Kim TaeHo PD of variety program ‘Infinity Challenge’ emerged as the ‘Power People’ of the Broadcast Category. In the Movie Category, it was none other than Director Park ChanWook who received recognition not only in Korea but also various international film festivals in Cannes, Berlin, etc.

Yoona looks the same with or without make up?

SNSD's Yoona proves that she does not need make up to look more beautiful. Recently, a photo of Yoona was shared in an online community where they compared Yoona's face before and after make up.

Usually, make up makes a face more attractive, but in Yoona's case, she does not need make up to look stunning. Yoona already has the genetics from her family as she boasts her smooth milky skin, V-line face and a charming smile.

Netizens are captivated by Yoona's beauty as well, they commented, "Yoona looks just as beautiful when she doesnt have make up and when she does have make up", "She looks pretty even if she has no make up on", "I envy her so much", "Super genese indeed".

Miryo releases teaser video ft. SNSD's Sunny

Following the four image teasers released earlier, Brown Eyed Girls' Miryo has released video teaser for her upcoming solo debut.

On January 27, Nega Network released the teaser, and to everyone’s astonishment, it features Sunny of Girls' Generation. Sunny’s unmistakable short blonde hair was the first clue shown until she turned around to reveal a chic look with sunglasses.

Miryo's solo debut single will be released on February 1st.

Wild Romance's ratings rose with the help of Jessica's charm

KBS "Wild Romance" has experienced an increase in viewer ratings thanks to SNSD's Jessica. On the 26th of January broadcast of the drama, they received a viewer rating of 6.4% which is an increase from their previous rating of 6.2% percent. In just one day the number of viewers increased and its seems that it's because of Jessica's more airtime on the episode. 

Fans have already been anticipating Jessica's appearance on the drama as it is Jessica's debut to act in a drama series, she already has experience performing in a musical giving her a background on acting.

meanwhile, MBC "The moon that embraces the sun" has surpassed their previous 30% viewer rating and achieved 31.7% while SBS "Take care of us, Captain" got 8.5% viewer rating.

Sunny Bridges the Generational Gap on Invincible Youth 2

Girls’ Generation’s Sunny has taken the title of a character who can find common ground with the 70s and 80s generations.

In celebration of the lunar new year, “Invincible Youth 2″ invited the father of comedy, Lim Haryong, to teach G8 about traditional foods and games. Lim Haryong, who met G8 for the first time, started the filming by calling each one of the members by their name and creating a peaceful and happy atmosphere. While explaining about the new year traditions, he asked questions relating to the foods that Koreans eat during lunar new year. However, G8, which consists of members in their late teens and early twenties who lived in the city for a long time, seemed to be taken aback because they did not have any special memories or have any knowledge of the new year traditions.

Girls’ Generation’s Sunny proved to be far ahead of the rest of the G8 members by knowing the answers to many questions that the others did not know. Lim Haryong was so surprised at Sunny that he asked, “How old are you really?” Hyoyeon added to this by saying, “In truth, Sunny’s nickname is ’60Sunny’. She was born in ’89 but she acts like someone from the 60s, so Girls’ Generation members named her that way.” At this, Lee Soogeun, who saw that Sunny had dyed her hair blonde said, “There’s a rumor that Sunny’s hair is not dyed blonde, but it’s her hair turning white”, causing everyone to burst out laughing.

Sunny’s rediscovery as “60Sunny” acted as the bridge between generations by explaining the old comedy of Lim Haryong to other G8 members who are not familiar with humor such as “Should I do that at my age”, “If only I were a week younger”, and acting out little vignettes such as “Humor House No.1″.

This episode of “Invincible Youth 2″ with the meeting of different generations will air on January 28th at 11:05pm KST.

Forbes 3 Most Powerful Kpop Stars!

Forber ranked the 3 most powerful Kpop Stars.

Check out the ranking below.

Forber ranked the 3 most powerful Kpop Stars.

Check out the ranking below.

1 Girls’ Generation

This group sets records worldwide with their album and concert ticket sales. Girls’ Generation has numerous endorsements from TV to clothing to games. These nine ladies are poised to break out in the United States in 2012. In Japan, they are The First-Ever Korean Girl Group to be Certified ‘Double Platinum’. There is no question why they hit number one on this list.

2. Lee Seung-gi

Lee Seung-gi has been singing for as long as he can remember. In high school, his band performed at a small local theater owned by ‘80s star Lee Sun-Hee. Lee Seung-gi was instantly asked to pursue a professional career. Years later, with several top albums, and roles in tv and film, Lee Seung-gi makes this list as number 2.

3. 2PM

2PM  is known worldwide and seem like an unstoppable force, even with the loss of Jaebeom (Jay Park) in 2009 as the result of scandal. 2PM will increase their media presence and positive image with the release of a Japanese tv show where the boys help Japanese citizens learn the Korean language. Fans, get ready for the release of 2PM’s compilation album later in 2012!