FT Island’s Lee Hong Ki looks natural but chic and stylish in his “airport look”

Lee Hong Ki, one of the members of FT Island, appeared at the airport after completing the overseas shooting of the special drama series for Chuseok, or Korean Thanksgiving Day. Dressed in black chino pants and a graphic-patterned T-shirt along with the hat and headphone in the similar color tone to match, he looks so natural but chic and stylish at the same time. What’s more, he selected a pair of neat suede shoes, which definitely showed his refined taste of fashion.   
People who saw his look at the airport said: “The fashion items are so common, but when he wore them, they look far more unique and special.” “Whatever he wears, he looks chic.”
Thanks to You’re Beautiful, a hit drama series featuring Lee, he has garnered much attention as an actor as well, recently being selected to play the lead character in the special drama series for Chuseok.
By Choi Bo-ran (ran@mt.co.kr)
Source: Star News (Original article in Korean)
Photo from Star News
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

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CN Blue sweeps up the audience into raptures at the Ongaku to Higetachi 2011

CN Blue sent the audience exceeding 15,000 people in frenzy at the Ongaku to Higetachi 2011, a rock festival held at Heigetachi on August 27.
The music band performed a series of their hit songs: “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Voice,” “Now or Never,” “Y Why,” “Just Please,” and “One Time.”
Besides CN Blue, the rock festival also invited popular singers including Hotei Tomoyasu, Kishidan, Funky Monkey Babys, Miwa, NICO Touches the Walls.
CN Blue’s members expressed their feelings by saying, “It was first time for us to attend the festival, but we felt really comfortable and excited about the enthusiastic atmosphere.”
They added, “We enjoyed every minute. We’ll soon have such a great chance again.”
Meanwhile, CN Blue will hold its independent concert, Blue Storm, at the Olympic Hall in the Olympic Park on September 17 and 18.
By Pyo Jae-min (jmpyo@tvreport.co.kr)
Source: TVreport (Original article in Korean)
Photo from TVreport
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

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Won Bin sets on a promotional tour of The Man from Nowhere in Japan

On August 29, Won Bin, a well-known Korean actor in Asia, and Kim Sae Ron, a popular child actor, visited Japan to promote The Man from Nowhere, one of the most favored 2010 films, to be released on September 17 in Japan.
The two lead actors appeared at the Tokyo Haneda Airportat 3:00 p.m., and waved to the fans who were greeting them with hearty cheers at the airport. He later delivered his feelings on the warm greetings: “I was exceedingly pleased to meet Japanese fans again.”
Source: Newsen from Nate

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B2ST promotes audition program ‘Global Super Idol’

Group B2ST will promote the audition program Global Super Idol, which will air in November.
The production company of the show said, “Popular idol group B2ST was selected as a PR envoy to the show. They will be active performing their songs for fans from all over the world and contestants to promote the show.”
B2ST members will attend the preliminaries in Korea, Thailand, and China. They will encourage the contestants and give some advice.
Global Super Idol is a global audition program that the finalists from Thailand and China will attend the finals in Korea. Since B2ST is very popular in Asia countries, including Thailand, Japan, and China, they will help the show become popular too.
Tony, a former idol group H.O.T’s member, will emcee the show.
The video of B2ST offering words of encouragement will be released later on the show’s official website and twitter.
Source: Xports News from Nate

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City Hunter Scene : Yunseong and Nana

How ironic and cute for this handsome and beautiful couple in the drama City Hunter buds as each episode goes! Played by Lee Minho and Park Minyoung, this time Kim Nana, the president’s daughter’s bodyguard has fell down and sprained her ankle. To make it easier because her house is located 3 stories high and there’s no lift, Lee Yunseong quickly carries her up all the way!

The funny thing about this scene is that how she say “You can put me down now”, but, her arms are still linking over his neck. Do I spy their relationship from this point onwards?

Photo source ghostxhearts

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After School’s Lizzy and UEE take picture together

Girl group After School’s Lizzy and UEE recently took a picture together.
On the 30th, Lizzy tweeted a picture with the comment, “UEE and I.”
In the picture, Lizzy is making a funny face and UEE is sticking her head out from behind Lizzy.
People responded: “You guys are cute no matter what kind of face you make.” “You are so lovely.” “I’m glad to see you’re happy. Good luck in Japan.”
After School debuted in Japan on the 17th.
Source: Star News from Nate

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KARA arrives in Paris late at night

KARA recently flew to Paris.
On the 30th, an online community posted a video with the caption, “KARA arrived in Paris.”
In the video, the fans came to the Airport to see KARA even thought KARA arrived late at night. KARA members said “Thank you.” in English to the fans.
People responded: “Korean Wave also in Europe!” “Many fans came to see KARA.” “I wonder what KARA perfume is smells like.”
KARA went to Paris to release a perfume under their name. KARA is working with a international perfume company and they will design and make the perfume.
KARA will release their third album and a title track ‘Step.’

Source: Star News

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4Minute takes pictures on a hotel bed. “We’re in Japan!”

On the 29th, 4Minute’s Ji Yoon tweeted four pictures of herself with other members of 4Minute.

In the pictures, Ji Yoon and others do not have make up on. They are making funny faces like inflating their cheeks and pouting their lips. Ji Yoon left a comment, “We’re at a hotel in Japan.”

On the 25th, 4Minute performed at Cube Entertainment’s United Cube Concert in Tokyo. Through this concert, the group has already taken a step to the world stage. Its next step is to be in Europe.

Source: TV Report from Nate

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Super Junior’s Donghae becomes intimate with Shindong

Super Junior’s Donghae became intimate with Shindong.
On the 30th, Donghae tweeted a picture with the comment, “I ate food with Shindong! We are that intimate!”
In the picture, Shindgon is smiling while feeding rice to Donghae.
On the 25th, Shindong appeared on Mnet’s Beatles Code and said, “I feel awkward when I’m with Donghae. I told him that I don’t think I can eat food with him.”
Donghae replied, “I didn’t feel awkward at all. But I think we never ate food together.”
People responded: “You two got closer?” “I’m hungry too.” “You guys look good together.”
Related article: http://en.korea.com/superjunior/?p=12897
Source: Xports News from Nate

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Sooyoung’s sister Soojin tweets about Sooyoung’s conditions

It was previously reported that SNSD’s Sooyoung got into a car accident, but without any serious injuries.
A representative from SM Entertainment said, “Sooyoung will not be attending the 2 concerts scheduled, but SNSD’s Korean comeback will be not affected. Because their comeback date has not been confirmed, we will ensure that the treatment to her injury is fully completed by then”.
On the 29th of August, about 11.30 pm KST, Sooyoung’s elder sister Soojin (@sujincda) tweeted about her sister’s conditions after the accident.
She said:

 

“Thanks to all who were worried for Sooyoung. There is no change in our cheerful princess Sooyoung and she looks fine. Don’t know what is so fun about being in the ambulance and going to the hospital, but she keeps on laughing. Please continue to pray for her.“

While Stella, a former SM Trainee and good friends to SNSD, replied to Sujin’s tweet:

 

” It is the first time i saw someone laugh in the ambulance”

Netizens said, “She’s really the cheerful and the happy one.” “No pain could take away her smiles.” “She has faith in God. God protected her. That’s why she’s still alive. She laughs because she’s thankful & doesn’t want other people to worry.”

Sources: Donga.com/ Sujin’s Twitter / Stella’s Twitter

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In Gye Baek, T-ara’s Hyomin starts developing a romantic relationship

T-ara’s Hyomin plays Cho Yeong in MBC’s Monday-Tuesday drama series Gye Baek. Cho Yeong is a bright, cheerful woman who later becomes a wife of Gye Baek. She starts sensing her affinity for Gye Back, but he seems to have a good feeling for another woman Eun Go, played by Song Ji Hyo.
On the August 29 episode of Gye Baek, Cho Yeong showed her strong interest for Gye Baek, played by Lee Seo Jin, stimulating much curiosity among viewers about what would happen between the three. She gave words to her interest by saying, “When he was young, he was just a bag of bones, but now he looks far different. His eyes look like the ones of a lonely wild animal.”
Source: Newsen from Nate

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2PM’s Taecyeon has good manners

2PM recently appeared on Japanese music program and showed that they have good manners. They covered their Japanese female counterparts’ legs with their jackets.
Japanese NHK’s major music program, Music Japan, aired a special segment called K-Pop Artists. Their first guest was 2PM. On the show, the popular Japanese girl group Perfume visited 2PM’s dressing room and talked for a while. 2PM sang their song ‘I’m Your Man’.
Taecyeon covered Omoto Ayano’s legs with his jacket when she appeared uncomfortable about her short shorts. Everyone was pleasantly surprised. Ayano smiled and said, “You are so thoughtful. Thank you.”
Afterwards the other 2PM members did the same for the Perfume members and the ladies said thank you.
People who saw the interview responded: “2PM members are just like princes in a fairy tale.” “They made Korean men’s stock go up.”
Japanese people also responded: “I wish Japanese men were more like 2PM.” “Are all Korean men like that? I envy Perfume.”

Source: Kuki News from Nate

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Lee Seung Gi is the King of commercials

Lee Seung Gi’s fans nicknamed him the King of commercials.
Lee is a handsome and talented singer and he also does a good job on entertainment programs. As a result, many companies want Lee to be their representative. Lee is currently the representative for eleven companies.
According to Korea CM Value, Lee ranked first on a three month likability survey.
An officials said, “Many people like Lee’s kind smile and his clever personality.”
A dentist said, “I agree that he is the king of commercials. His smile makes people trust him, especially his clean and even teeth.”
A person who works in the advertising world said, “People admit he is sincere. He smiles all the time and that helps people buy the products.”
Lee will make his singing comeback soon.
Source: TV Daily from Nate

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Jang Keun Suk and Kim Ha Neul take pictures to celebrate movie completion

On the 28th, Kim Ha Neul and Jang Keun Suk finished shooting the movie You Are My Pet.
The movie is about Ji Eun, who is not lucky in love and Kang In Ho, who becomes her pet and their transition from friends to lovers.
Kim and Jang’s genuine portrayal of the give and take in a relationship has made their fans pay attention to the movie.
Although the shoot was hard due to the hot weather, both were  having a great time during the last scene. After the shoot was over they sadly said good bye to each other and the crew.
Kim and Jang cheered each other up with a cake and flowers.
Kim said, “I did my best and had so much fun that I expect the movie to do very well.”
Jang shook hands with the crew and hugged each member to express his thanks. He said, “I hope the movie does really well.”
You Are My Pet will be released later this year.
Source: TV Daily from Nate

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f(x) members take group picture

Girl group f(x) recently took a group picture together.
On the 30th, a picture was posted on SM Town’s official twitter with the comment, ‘SM Town Live in Tokyo Special Edition’ will be held starting from September 2 to 4. Less than a week to go.”
In the picture, f(x) members are smiling together. Luna is in the middle and making a heart shape with her hands.
People responded: “You guys are so cute.” “Krystal is so funny.” “Sulli has a new hairstyle.”
Singers from SM Entertainment performed the joint concert  ’SM Town Live’ in Seoul, LA, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Paris . The concert will continued through September 4 in Tokyo.
Source: Star News from Nate

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The acoustic version of 2NE1′s ‘Ugly’ is released

2NE1 recently performed their first exclusive concert and released the acoustic version of 2NE1′s song “Ugly”.
2NE1 performed the acoustic version of “Ugly” on Mnet’s 2NE1 TV Live World Wide, which will air on the 30th.
They performed “Ugly” with many other artists at a cafe in Hongdae, Seoul. The entire crew watched their performance in admiration.
The producer of the show shot their performance at one take. Because the sound from their performance provoked a stream of complaints from the neighboring residents and police officers came to the cafe.
The producer said, “I had strange feelings when I first heard 2NE1′s “Ugly”. Because the lyrics were sad but when 2NE1 sing, it sounds excited. So I wanted to make more sensitive version of “Ugly”.”
The show will also air the behind scenes of 2NE1 preparing their concert.
2NE1 TV Live World Wide airs every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.
Source: OSEN from Nate

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Kim Hyun Joong successfully completes his Asia tour

On August 27th, SS501’s Kim Hyun Joong successfully concluded his one month promotional tour across Asia and returned to Korea.
Starting with Japan last month, the star toured seven different countries across Asia, which resulted in blocked-up airports at every entrance. His popularity was definitely confirmed with each visit, as he reportedly ran out of staff to effectively control the crowd for every high-five event. Kim Hyun Joong has also been receiving love calls from record labels around the globe.
Kim Hyun Joong revealed that he’ll be starting an Asia tour concert starting this December. “It was an enjoyable time that allowed me to meet my fans overseas, who are always supporting me and giving me so much love.  I’ve gained so much strength from your love and I promise to work hard on my next album.”
The star will be heading straight into preparations for his second mini-album.

      

Source + Photos: Chosun via Naver

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JYJ sends a warm video message from Busan

On August 29th, JYJ’s official homepage unveiled a personal video message from JYJ under the title, “From JYJ in Busan”.
During the five-minute video, JYJ stated, “We were recently appointed as UNAIDS’ ambassadors and came down to Busan to perform.”
Junsu added, “We’re really pleased to meet you all again as JYJ after such a long time, and we’ll work harder to show a great image.”
“To our fans, we’re always thankful and love you, and we wish you to be with us, together,” said Yoochun and Jaejoong.

Meanwhile, JYJ are scheduled to perform at the closing ceremonies for the “2011 Daegu World Athletics Championships” on September 4th.
Check out the video down below!

Source + Image: Star News

Source: allkpop

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Airport photos from KARA’s departure for Paris

A few days ago, allkpop reported that girl group KARA would be releasing their very own fragrance. On August 29th, the girls departed from Incheon International Airport for the city of Paris.
While visiting Paris, KARA will be finalizing details on their signature perfume. They’re under tight time constraints, as they’ll have to rush back for preparations with their upcoming third album, “Step“.
Check out their comfortable airport fashion below!

            
            
            

Photos: As tagged

Source: allkpop

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f(x)’s Krystal, Sulli & Kwon Si Rae attend ‘PILGRIM’ fashion show

Danish jewelry brand ‘PILGRIM‘ held their 2011 F/W collection show on August 30th at Kangnam-gu, Shinsadong in the LG Fashion West Building.
Numerous celebrities were seen at the promotional event to support the global jewelry brand, including the likes of Kwon Ri Sae, and f(x)’s Sulli & Krystal.
Ever since they launched their first collection in 1995, ‘PILGRIM’ has expanded with 5,000 stores in over 50 countries worldwide.
This year’s F/W collection covers three major lines of jewelry: natural and elegant “Delicut“, bohemian and ethnic-inspired “Bohemia“, and a modern, rock-and-roll line named “Attitude“.
Check out some of the red carpet pictures down below!

  

    

   

  

  

   

    

  

Images: As tagged

Source: allkpop

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G-Dragon, T.O.P and Taeyang with Se7en & YG Dancers displayed at Yeolbong [PHOTOS]

Source: @welovedara

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