Tuesday, November 5, 2013

YoonA, Lee Bum Soo and and more attend their first script reading for 'Prime Minister and I'



Expectations are rising for the new KBS romantic comedy, 'Prime Minister and I', and it's not hard to see why with the stunning cast that includes Girls' Generation's YoonA, Lee Bum SooYoon Si Yoon, and more!

The photos revealed today are from late last month when the cast and directors held their first script reading, bringing the production crew that much closer to filming. The cast expressed their hopes for their new drama, promising to do their best. "Although we'll run into many difficult moments during filming, every time that happens I'll think of it as a battle with myself and win," Lee Bum Soo said. "Although I have a lot to learn, I'll learn a lot working with my seniors so please wish me luck," YoonA said.


'Prime Minister and I' will air its first episode on December 9, following the conclusion of 'The Future Choice'.



Girls' Generation reveals catchy Japanese single 'My Oh My'


On November 5 (Japan Standard Time), Girls' Generation released their newest Japanese single "My Oh My," ahead of their third Japanese album which is scheduled to be released on December 11.

"My Oh My" is a cute, catchy, and upbeat song.  It showcases their strong vocals and gets you tapping your feet along.

It is definitely addictive with their repetitive "My oh my oh my oh my" and "Liar, liar, liar." Once you listen to this song, it will get stuck in your head!  The music video is scheduled to be released soon so keep an eye out on allkpop for that!





Seohyun joins Twitter




Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun, who has been interacting with fans through the group’s official website, finally opened her personal Twitter account.

On her first tweet, the maknae thanked fans for helping Girls’ Generation win ‘Video of the Year’ award at the ‘Youtube Music Awards’. She wrote, “Girls’ Generation’s I Got A Boy received the Music Video of the Year award at the Youtube Music Awards!! It’s all thanks to the love from all the fans around the world~! Really, thank you!! We’ll repay you with even better music and cooler stage performances in the future♥ Sone !! u guys are the best!:)

Seohyun later tweeted another message in English along with a lovely photo of herself saying, “Thank you again to our amazing fans all over the world who voted for GG to win a YTMA for ‘I Got a Boy’! love u guys❤

Follow Seohyun here.

Yoona Thanks Fans for Their Support: ‘It’s Been a While Since I’ve Greeted You~^^’

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On November 5th, Yoona posted a photo and message on Girls’ Generation’s official website thanking fans for their support of Girls’ Generation in the YouTube Music Awards and also speaking of her current activities.
[From. YOONA]: It’s Been a While Since I’ve Greeted You~^^
Everyone’s doing well, right?
Thanks to people, not just in Korea, who love Girls’ Generation
We were able to receive such a great award, so I’m really really happy and excited^^
It’s still amazing to the point where I can’t believe it. Thank you so much♡

I’ve been spending my time lately filming my drama~
Be well until I greet you again later on♡
I love you!! Bye bye^^

Billboard Interviews Tiffany for YouTube Music Awards

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After receiving the “Video of the Year” award on behalf of Girls’ Generation at yesterday’s YouTube Music Awards, writers for the Billboard magazine website conducted an interview with Tiffany in which she discussed winning the “Video of the Year” award, Girls’ Generation’s upcoming third Japanese album, and a Korean comeback in the works for Girls’ Generation.

Humble as always, Tiffany expressed her surprise at winning the award, saying, “This was totally unexpected and exciting” and “I’m just so thankful for it.” Tiffany also discussed what she believed was the appeal behind “I Got A Boy”, describing the video as “something new, something raw, more different, more urban” that “attracted both new and old audiences”.
The interview later touched on Girls’ Generation’s third Japanese album and the possibility of a Korean comeback. Tiffany revealed, “This album has some amazing songs. I can’t wait for everybody to hear it. I’m singing it all day.” However, Tiffany then explained that fans will have to wait a little longer for the next Korean comeback, saying, “We were due this year, but unfortunately due to delay…” and, “We’ll be out pretty soon, I hope.”
Finally, Tiffany once again gave her thanks to Girls’ Generation’s fans for their efforts in bringing Girls’ Generation the “Video of the Year” award, saying, “None of Girls’ Generation would be possible without the fans. We’ve grown into a family.”
Check out the full interview with Tiffany on Billboard.
Billboard joins the list of numerous news portals around the world featuring Girls’ Generation after the YouTube Music Awards. Other websites include TimeThe GuardianCNNThe Wall Street Journal, and inTouch.

Girls’ Generation Releases Music Video for ‘My oh My’

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On November 5th, Girls’ Generation released a music video for “My oh My”, the first of several new songs from Girls’ Generation’s third Japanese album, which is due to be released on December 11th. Taeyeon had revealed the release of the “My oh My” music video through her Instagram account yesterday, saying, “Tomorrow, the ‘My oh My’ PV will be released on YouTube!! Please anticipate Girls’ Generation’s new appearance.” Girls’ Generation also performed “My oh My” live at a “Premium Live Showcase” event in Japan on November 4th, giving lucky fans a sneak peek at the song.

The “My oh My” track can currently be purchased through iTunes Japan.
After the release of the music video, Seohyun posted a photo of herself with Taeyeon and Hyoyeon on her Twitter account, encouraging fans to watch the “My oh My” music video.

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일본 신곡 My Oh My 뮤직비디오가 공개됐어요! Our new music video"My Oh My" just dropped! everyone show some love and check it out!^^

Update: Girls’ Generation’s ‘I Got A Boy’ Wins ‘Video of the Year’ at YouTube Music Awards

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Update on November 5th, 2013:
After winning “Video of the Year” yesterday with “I Got A Boy” at the YouTube Music Awards, the members of Girls’ Generation continued their celebration today with posts on Instagram, Twitter, and Girls’ Generation’s official website.
Yuri posted a photo on her Instagram and a message written in English, which read, “today is a celebration for all our 소원s around the world! it feels like a dream come true..this will forever be a UNFORGETTABLE DAY!! thanku♥”.
Seohyun gave her thanks through Girls’ Generation’s official website and later repeated her message through her Twitter account. A translation of this message can be found here. Seohyun also left another tweet later written in English, saying, “Thank you again to our amazing fans all over the world who voted for GG to win a YTMA for “I Got a Boy”! love u guys❤”.
Later, Sooyoung posted two photos and showed her gratitude on Girls’ Generation’s official website, writing in Korean, Japanese, and English. The translated version of her message may be found here.
Finally, Yoona posted her own message on Girls’ Generation’s official website, thanking SONEs all over the world and updating fans on her drama filming. A translation of her message is availablehere.
Girls’ Generation’s win at the YouTube Music Awards is being covered by multiple news sources throughout the world, including TimeCNNThe Guardian, and The Wall Street Journal. News agencies in Korea, including SBSKBS, and JTBC also featured Girls’ Generation and interviews with Tiffany at the event.
Original article from November 4th, 2013:
On November 3rd EST, Girls’ Generation’s “I Got A Boy” music video received the “Video of the Year” award at the YouTube Music Awards. Tiffany was present at the event to receive the award for “Video of the Year” and thanked SM Entertainment, her fellow members, and fans of Girls’ Generation. Tiffany ended her acceptance speech by saying, “SONEs, I love you. Right now, it’s Girls’ Generation.”


From the other side of the planet, the other members of Girls’ Generation also celebrated their win. Yuri updated her Instagram with comments of “Wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww gg !!!!!!!!!!!!!!” and “kkya dae bak sa geon”, and Sunny posted a photo from YouTube’s Twitter account showing Girls’ Generation as one of the six winners. Sunny referred to SONEs as the tenth member of Girls’ Generation with a caption on the photo that read: “Thank you, our SONE!!! For making ‘I Got A Boy’ the video of the year.. We’ll do better!! We’ll repay you with better music, music videos, and stages/performances!! 10th members!!! Thank you so much and I love you~^^♥ Thanks for everything my lovers!!! Party tonight! Rock!!!! Kkkk #ymta #sone”. Sunny also gave her thanks through Twitter, saying, “Thank you!!!! SONE jjang♥ (translator’s note: the best)“.



감사합니다!!!!소원짱♥ Thank you ♥ you guys are BEST!!!!! "@YouTube: VIDEO OF THE YEAR: "I Got a Boy" by Girls' Generation "