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Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Kim Woo Bin, Jay Park, Jang Hyuk, and more of Sidus HQ Agency Give New Year’s Greeting soompah.blogspot.com

Written By Unknown; About: Kim Woo Bin, Jay Park, Jang Hyuk, and more of Sidus HQ Agency Give New Year’s Greeting soompah.blogspot.com on Tuesday, December 31, 2013

soompah.blogspot.com ® Kim Woo Bin, Jay Park, Jang Hyuk, and more of Sidus HQ Agency Give New Year’s Greeting

Celebrities from agency Sidus HQ have sent out a special New Year’s thank you message to their fans. Kim Woo Bin, Jay Park and Jang Hyuk are some of the well known talents from the company. Click here for the complete list of stars from Sidus HQ


A representative of the company released a statement to fans on December 31 saying, “2014 is beginning. We sincerely thank you for all the love you’ve sent last year. We hope you have a happy 2014 and that all your wishes come true. Please support your artists at SidusHQ ♥ Everyone, have a happy New Year’s.” A collage made up of various photos of Sidus HQ entertainers holding up messages on a sketch board was also released with the message. Sidus HQ had a successful year with their artists and we hope they have a great 2014.


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Kim Woo Bin, Jay Park, Jang Hyuk, and more of Sidus HQ Agency Give New Year’s Greeting

Girl’s Day Reveals More Teaser Images for “Something” Comeback soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Girl’s Day Reveals More Teaser Images for “Something” Comeback

With Girl’s Day set to release their new mini album “Something” at the end of this week, more teaser pictures have been revealed.


Following black and white photos of Sojin and Hyeri, Solo pictures of Minah and Yura were recently released online.


In case you missed it, check out their music video teaser as well. It was also recently revealed that hitmaker Duble Sidekick worked on all four tracks on their new mini album.


Minah "Something"


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The girls also shared backstage pictures from their performance at last night’s MBC Gayo Dejun on their official Facebook.


Girl's Day at MBC Gayo Dejun 2013


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Girl’s Day Reveals More Teaser Images for “Something” Comeback

Gong Yoo Goes Unnoticed at Late Night Movie Screening soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Gong Yoo Goes Unnoticed at Late Night Movie Screening

Actor Gong Yoo from the recent box office hit “The Suspect” went unnoticed at the movie theatres as he took a selca shot for his fans.


The photo was released on his agency’s Twitter page along with the message, “The last day of 2013, Actor Gong Yoo’s precious selca photo and comments have arrived! My first 4DX is ‘The Suspect.’ The best part of 4DX is the car chase scenes. Today, I watched a movie without anyone noticing.”


In the picture, we see Gong Yoo disguised well in a black hat, gloves and a jacket. Even though there are people in the background, it seems they really didn’t notice him.


Gong Yoo’s new action thriller movie “The Suspect” has been doing very well at the box office since its release on December 24 and has sold close to 2 million tickets. You can watch the trailer below.



Gong Yoo Goes Unnoticed at Late Night Movie Screening

Sung Joon and Kim So Yeon Flirt in First Teaser of “I Need Romance” Season 3 soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Sung Joon and Kim So Yeon Flirt in First Teaser of “I Need Romance” Season 3

The first teaser for tvN‘s “I Need Romance Season 3” has been released, and it has caught the attention of fans.


The teaser begins by showing a tearful Kim So Yeon getting her heart broken by actor Alex for reasons still unknown. Then the actress goes off to a club to forget about her heartbreak. The teaser ends with Kim So Yeon flirting with younger actor Sung Joon. Kim So Yeon asks Sung Joon, “Are you working on me?” and Sung Joon replies, “Would you follow me if I was?”


The drama follows the love story between the heart broken Kim So Yeon who doesn’t believe in love and the younger Sung Joon who believes in true love. You can learn more about the upcoming drama here. The first episode of “I Need Romance Season 3″ will air on January 13, 2014 at 10pm (KST). The drama will take over the time slot previously occupied by “Basketball.”



Sung Joon and Kim So Yeon Flirt in First Teaser of “I Need Romance” Season 3

Rain Changes His Comeback Date, Releases “La Song” Video Teaser soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Rain Changes His Comeback Date, Releases “La Song” Video Teaser

Looks like Rain is pulling up his comeback date. Which means, he will not make a comeback on the same day as TVXQ.


His agency previously announced that he will drop his 6th studio album “Rain Effect” on January 6, but it’s been pushed up to January 2 to fit his scheduled movie promotional activities abroad.


A Cube DC representative said, “Rain had an extra filming for his Hollywood movie scheduled in January so his whole schedule needed to be revised. The interest for his upcoming album is really high because many people are looking forward to his comeback as its been four years since his last album, and it just happens that the album has been pushed up unexpectedly.”


Rain will promote with double title tracks. He released a music video teaser for the first title track “30 Sexy” earlier today. The vintage style music video teaser for second title track “La Song” shows another side of Rain compared to the first teaser. The song already hints at a fun track with a brass line riding on a fun drum beat along with Rain’s unique use of vocals.



Rain Changes His Comeback Date, Releases “La Song” Video Teaser

Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon Congratulates Sooyoung and Song Ji Hyo on Their Awards soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon Congratulates Sooyoung and Song Ji Hyo on Their Awards

With the 2013 coming to an end, the award shows are busy recognizing the talents that have shined throughout the year. Among the recognition, Girls’ Generation’s leader, Taeyeon, was recognized for her beauty as she presented an award at the “2013 SBS Entertainment Awards.”


Taeyeon


On December 31, the Girls’ Generation leader posted on her Instagram, “I came back from the entertainment award! Congratulations to Sooyoung, and also to Song Ji Hyo.” The photo Taeyeon posted along with the message shows the singer wearing a beautiful cream dress with sparking crystals. Along with the long dress, the Girls’ Generation leader let down her long brown hair, complimenting the light colored dress.


Taeyeon presented the High Excellence Award for female entertainer to Song Ji Hyo at the “SBS Entertainment Awards” on December 30. Furthermore, fellow member Sooyoung won the Rookie Award for the MC category earlier that night. Taeyeon’s photo proved how her beauty never fails.



Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon Congratulates Sooyoung and Song Ji Hyo on Their Awards

Girl’s Day Releases Seductive and Sexy Black and White Photos on Twitter soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Girl’s Day Releases Seductive and Sexy Black and White Photos on Twitter

Four-member girl group Girl’s Day has released sexy black and white teaser images for upcoming single “Something” on their Twitter page. The group also recently released the MV teaser.


The first picture shows maknae Hyeri in an all black outfit kneeling sexily. She looks incredibly seductive in her black leather high heels and matching black short shorts.


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The second photo shows leader Sojin laying down on her side in a black lace outfit that shows off her curves. She looks away from the camera giving off a mysterious aura.


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Girl’s Day’s new mini album “Every Day Girl’s Day III – Something” will be released this Friday on January 3.



Girl’s Day Releases Seductive and Sexy Black and White Photos on Twitter

Monday, December 30, 2013

[Live Updates] Winners of the 2013 MBC Drama Awards soompah.blogspot.com

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soompah.blogspot.com ® [Live Updates] Winners of the 2013 MBC Drama Awards

Hello Soompiers!


While we don’t have a Live Blog set up for the 2013 MBC Drama Awards like we have for the 2013 SBS Entertainment Awards going on right now at the same time, we have set up this post to provide live updates of the 2013 MBC Drama Awards.


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Hosted by Lee Seung Gi and Han Ji Hye, the 2013 MBC Drama Awards honors the brightest stars, producers, writers, and staff that brought you the best MBC dramas this year.


Male Newcomer Award


Oh Chang Suk (Aurora Princess)


Lee Sang Yeob (Give Away Love)


Female Newcomer Award


Baek Jin Hee (Empress Ki)


Jun So Min (Aurora Princess)


Child Actor Award


Kim Sae Ron (The Queen’s Classroom)


Kim Hyang Ki (The Queen’s Classroom)


Chun Bo Geun (The Queen’s Classroom)


Seo Shin Ae (The Queen’s Classroom)


Lee Young Yoo (The Queen’s Classroom)


Writer Award


Goo Hyun Sook (A Hundred Year’s Inheritance)


Jang Young Chul and Jung Kyung Soon (Empress Ki)


Special Performance by SHINee of “Dream Girl”


Continually updated as the show goes on…refresh the page to see updates.



[Live Updates] Winners of the 2013 MBC Drama Awards

M.Pire’s T.O Releases Music Video for Solo Single “Lie” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® M.Pire’s T.O Releases Music Video for Solo Single “Lie”

T.O, one of the main vocalists of idol group M.Pire, shows his vocal skills through first solo single “Lie.”


Released on December 30, the song is a medium-tempo pop ballad track with a hip hop beat describing a man’s longing of an ex-girlfriend. “Lie” starts off with the soft and warm timbre of the guitar and the piano gently eases in.


“Lie” is composed by Kim Kwang Sub and Hwae Jang Nim, the latter who also wrote for popular artists JYJ’s Kim Junsu and Kim Jaejoong, KCM, Navi, and more. Hwae Jang Nim also wrote the lyrics for the track along with Choi Sam.


Listen to T.O’s beautiful voice below!


Watch our interview with T.O and the boys for more information on the group.



M.Pire’s T.O Releases Music Video for Solo Single “Lie”

Sunday, December 29, 2013

Rain Reveals Teasers for 2nd Title Track “LA SONG” soompah.blogspot.com

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soompah.blogspot.com ® Rain Reveals Teasers for 2nd Title Track “LA SONG”

Rain has released a second set of teaser images for his second title track, “La Song,” off his upcoming album, “Rain Effect.” They come after the earlier release of images for his other title track, “30 Sexy.”


In contrast to the sleeker image of the “30 Sexy” teasers, Rain is dressed in a hippier style with a faded jean jacket and colorful bandana. “La song” is said to be a mix of the genres of hip-hop, electronic, and latin jazz. It will have an intro part reminiscent of a Western fantasy movie, vintage drum beats, and a strong brass line amp up Rain’s unique vocals.


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Along with the teaser images, Rain also included the message “tomorrow………11:59 am teaser,” meaning we can expect more from the King of K-Pop soon! Stay tuned!



Rain Reveals Teasers for 2nd Title Track “LA SONG”

“Running Man” Song Ji Hyo and Kim Jong Kook Protest Against Water Games and Funky Odors soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Running Man” Song Ji Hyo and Kim Jong Kook Protest Against Water Games and Funky Odors

Members of the variety game show “Running Man” shared their uncomfortable experiences that they had while filming the “Water Game” episodes.


On the December 29 episode of “Running Man,” the members of the show sat around talking about the experiences they had during the year on a special segment titled “Running Man vs Production Crew.” Actress Song Ji Hyo would reveal that members on her team smelled like frogs during the filming of the special Big Bang episode. Kim Jong Kook also added his opinion on the inconveniences of the water game saying, “How can you allow humans to smell like amphibians?”


Another member confessed, “During the summer, I changed my underwear three times a day.” Gary also added that “Straw was mixed underneath my armpit” which made everyone laugh.


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“Running Man” Song Ji Hyo and Kim Jong Kook Protest Against Water Games and Funky Odors

Teen Top’s Niel Looking Over Offer to Join “Law of the Jungle” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Teen Top’s Niel Looking Over Offer to Join “Law of the Jungle”

Niel, a member of boy group Teen Top, has received the offer to join the cast of SBS’ “Law of the Jungle” on their 12th journey.


Teen Top’s agency, T.O.P Media, confirmed on the morning of December 30 stating, “It is true Niel has been offered to join the cast of ‘Law of the Jungle,’ but no final decision has been made.”


The representative also stated, “Neil will join KBS 2TV’s ‘Immortal Songs’ as a regular cast beginning in the second week of January. Due to this reason, it will be difficult to adjust his schedule. We have not made a final decision about ‘Law of the Jungle.’”


Meanwhile, the 11th journey of “Law of the Jungle” to Micronesia is airing with EXO’s Chanyeol, and ZE:A’s Lim Shiwan.


The show airs ever Friday at 10 PM KST.


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Teen Top’s Niel Looking Over Offer to Join “Law of the Jungle”

M.C The Max Prepares for Comeback After 7 Years with “Wind that Blows” MV Teaser soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® M.C The Max Prepares for Comeback After 7 Years with “Wind that Blows” MV Teaser

M.C The Max is making their return after seven years away, and has slowly released teasers for various songs from their upcoming seventh full-length album, “Unveiling,” throughout the past week.


After releasing teasers for “Night We Shine,” “On My Way Home,” and “We, in the Past,” M.C The Max has released a new teaser for “Wind that Blows,” the title song of the album.


“Wind the Blows” is a traditional ballad whose melancholy is enhanced by the emotion in lead singer Lee Soo’s voice. The music video teaser features parted lovers; the man shows anger and sadness while the woman sits silently in her chair, as if dead.


“Unveiling” drops midnight, January 2.



M.C The Max Prepares for Comeback After 7 Years with “Wind that Blows” MV Teaser

Rain Starts the Countdown to His Comeback with Teaser Images soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Rain Starts the Countdown to His Comeback with Teaser Images

Get your umbrellas ready because clouds and thunder are rolling into K-Pop!


King of K-Pop, Rain, has started the countdown to his long-awaited comeback with the release of image teasers through his personal Twitter account.


The images show only parts of Rain at a time, the first showing only his left arm, and the second only showing his face and shoulders. The images contain the phrase “30 Sexy,” the name of one of his title songs from his upcoming sixth album, “Rain Effect.”


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Rain has promised more teasing coming up later today so stay tuned for what he has prepared next!


“Rain Effect” drops January 6.



Rain Starts the Countdown to His Comeback with Teaser Images

Girl’s Day Reveals a Sexy MV Teaser for “Something” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Girl’s Day Reveals a Sexy MV Teaser for “Something”

With the release of their new mini album “Something” only a few days away, Girl’s Day has revealed their first teaser video.


Continuing with a mature and sexy image, we see closeups of the members seductively dancing, followed by brief clips of them laying down.


Their new mini album “Every Day Girl’s Day III – Something” will be released this Friday on January 3.


Recently, Girl’s Day performed at the 2013 SBS Gayo Daejun and performed A Pink‘s “No No No” as well as “Expectation. “



Girl’s Day Reveals a Sexy MV Teaser for “Something”

SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun to Leave “We Got Married” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun to Leave “We Got Married”

Bittersweet news for all Taemin and Son Na Eun fans.


On December 30, a representative from MBC’s variety program “We Got Married” shared that the two idols are leaving the program.


While talking to Sports Korea, the representative explained, “We’re currently working on the details on their leave. However, nothing has changed for Jung Yoo MiJung Joon Young and Lee So YeonYoon Han couples.”


SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun filmed their first scene for the program in Jeju Island earlier this year in April. They broke many hearts and healed many others through their eight months of cute and adorable relationship.


“We Got Married” airs every Saturday at 5:05pm (KST). Remember to catch our recaps each weekend!



SHINee’s Taemin and A Pink’s Son Na Eun to Leave “We Got Married”

“Reply 1994″ Go Ara Injured Her Ankle During Filming, Surgery Next Year soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Reply 1994″ Go Ara Injured Her Ankle During Filming, Surgery Next Year

Actress Go Ara of tvN‘s Fri-Sat drama “Reply 1994” has received news that her ankle was injured.


The injury occurred in a scene shot in December where she was required to run. She had suffered a sprained ankle in her right leg, but she continued shooting to the last episode.


According to a representative at her agency SM Entertainment, the actress went to a Gangnam hospital on December 28 and received news that she would need surgery for her injury. The star is expected to go into surgery in January next year. The actress showed her work ethic as she continued filming to the last episode despite her injuries.


tvN’s popular drama “Reply 1994″ had its finale on December 28. Go Ara played the main character Sung Na Jung who was a big basketball fan, and the drama had many viewers guessing who her husband is until the very end.



“Reply 1994″ Go Ara Injured Her Ankle During Filming, Surgery Next Year

Ji Chang Wook Is Too Modest About His Abs soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Ji Chang Wook Is Too Modest About His Abs

Ji Chang Wook seemed to have been too modest about his physical appearance during his recent interview with MBC’s “Section TV Entertainment News.” In responding to the interviewer’s comment that his abs were very noticeable, the actor smiled and shook his head from side to side, and said, “Oh no, that’s not true”


The actor, who is currently playing the character of Emperor Huizong on the MBC drama, “Empress Ki,” appeared onscreen with a bare chest and as the interviewer had said, he seemed to have shown his fans a pretty good-looking set of abs. Ji Chang Wook further on commented, “As you would have seen in that episode, I wasn’t prepared at all for that scene and couldn’t work out at the gym because of my busy schedule. My body looked like an 8-year-old’s.”


The actor continued, “I’m mostly happy that during 2013, I got to do a lot of the things I wanted to do. Also, I performed in a musical for the first time in 3 years this year and I’m really happy about that too.”


Ji Chang Wook



Ji Chang Wook Is Too Modest About His Abs

Seo In Guk Once Again Puts On a Girly Wig soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Seo In Guk Once Again Puts On a Girly Wig

Actor and singer Seo In Guk once again disguised himself as a girl, and this time, he got really into it.


On December 28, Seo In Guk posted a selca of himself wearing a black colored long-haired wig on his Twitter along with the message, “How was my concert today? Hahaha. It would be great if those who watched it could write a short comment about it. Hahaha. And tomorrow’s the last concert. Let’s have a great time. I’m posting this picture from the promise I made at the concert.” The picture seems to have been taken for his first ever solo concert “Supra In Guk” that took place on the same day this picture was uploaded.


For those who saw the picture, their comments included, “He looks so pretty with the wig,” “As an actual woman myself, he looks far more feminine than me,” “Super cute,” “Yesterday’s concert rocked, ” “Seo In Guk Fighting!” and “I’m really looking forward to today’s concert.”


Seo In Guk’s last concert takes place on December 29 at the Ewha Women’s University, in Seoul.


Seo In Guk



Seo In Guk Once Again Puts On a Girly Wig

CNBlue Tops Taiwan Pre-Sales Chart with “Present” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® CNBlue Tops Taiwan Pre-Sales Chart with “Present”

CNBlue’s upcoming “Best of” album, “Present,” will be released in Taiwan on January 3, but they are already number one for the month beginning from November 29 to December 29 on Taiwan’s top online retail site books.com.tw.


Ahead of it’s official release in January, the album has already topped the Asian music monthly chart with pre-sale orders, proving CNBlue’s popularity in Taiwan.


“Present” consists of ten self-written songs, originally released in Japan, but remade in Korean. It was released in Korea on November 26.


Including title song, “Lady,” written by Jung Yong Hwa, the album also includes songs such as “One More Time,” “Time is Over,” “Come On,” “Let Me Know” and “Greedy Man.” Jung Yong Hwa wrote the Korean lyrics for eight of the songs on the album, while Lee Jong Hyun penned the lyrics in Korean for “Blind Love” and “I Can’t Believe.”


CNBlue will be making an appearance on the “2013 SBS Gayo Daejun” which airs at 8:45 PM KST on December 29. They are set to go on their “2014 CNBlue World Tour – Blue Moon” tour of the Americas from January next year.


CNBlue Tops Taiwan Chart



CNBlue Tops Taiwan Pre-Sales Chart with “Present”

Actor Park Shi Hoo Updates Fans on His Status soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Actor Park Shi Hoo Updates Fans on His Status

Actor Park Shi Hoo recently confirmed that he would be in a Chinese film “Scent,” which commences filming next month in Shanghai. He recently updated his Weibo(*) account on December 28, greeting approximately 700,000 Chinese fans ahead of his upcoming activities in China.


Park Shi Hoo was last active on Weibo in February 2012, so it has been more than a year and half since his last status update. His December 28 update let his Chinese followers know that he was about to embark on his activities in China.


The actor’s two messages, both in Korean, were short but informative. One read “Start~^^,” while the other read, “See you tomorrow~^^.” Both messages were accompanied by pictures of Park Shi Hoo smiling brightly.


Response from fans has been positive, with fans leaving messages of support for the actor and welcoming him to China.


Park Shi Hoo has been keeping a low profile since his sexual abuse scandal and legal battle. He has been cleared of all legal charges.


(*): Weibo is a Chinese social networking service like Twitter. A log-in ID is required to read posts.


Park Shi Hoo



Actor Park Shi Hoo Updates Fans on His Status

Saturday, December 28, 2013

“Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back on Time for SBS Entertainment Awards? soompah.blogspot.com

Written By Unknown; About: “Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back on Time for SBS Entertainment Awards? soompah.blogspot.com on Saturday, December 28, 2013

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back on Time for SBS Entertainment Awards?

Comedian Ji Suk Jin’s passport has gone missing.


On December 29, Ji Suk Jin posted on his Twitter account, “I am at the airport in Vancouver, Canada, and I seem to have lost my passport. I have to attend the awards ceremony, but the embassy is closed today and tomorrow. I don’t know what to do. This is by far the most baffling situation I’ve experienced this year… What should I do? I already missed today’s flight. I can catch the flight tomorrow, but I don’t know if there is any way around this.”


However, moments after this post, he Tweeted again saying, “I got a call from the embassy. Looks like it’s going to work out,” hinting his problem was well resolved.


Ji Suk Jin is a cast of SBS’ “Running Man.” He is expected to attend the “2013 SBS Entertainment Awards” on December 30.






“Running Man” Ji Suk Jin Loses His Passport: Will He Make It Back on Time for SBS Entertainment Awards?

Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon Say Their Farewells to “Reply 1994” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon Say Their Farewells to “Reply 1994”

Earlier, Yoo Yeon Seok shared his feelings about wrapping up tvN drama “Reply 1994,” and now actors Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon take their turns to say goodbye.


Jung Woo revealed his thoughts about concluding the drama on his Twitter account on December 28.


“Thank you to all the viewers who have your love and support to ‘Reply 1994.’ I was really happy to have met a character such as ‘Trash.’ And the love I have received is more than I deserve… But I can’t think of any words other than a simple ‘Thank you.’”


He went on to thank the rest of the production team and fellow castmates. “To those illuminating the ‘Reply 1994’ from behind the scenes our director and writers, great staff members, to Sung Dong Il sunbae-nim, Lee Il Hwa sunbae-nim, and our Jung-ie~ awesome Chil Bong-ie~ Sung Kyun-ie~ Ho Joon-ie~ Baro~ lovely maknae Do Hee… and all the actors who have acted alongside us, I sincerely want to thank all of you.”


“Wishing you a Happy New Year, and may you always remain healthy. Enjoy the rest of 2013. ‘Good~ night.”


Son Ho Joon’s Twitter post the same day read, “I will never forget ‘Reply 1994.’ I love you,” together with selca collage of him and his castmates.


In the collage, Son Ho Joon, who played Haitai in “Reply 1994,” posed with Kim Sung Kyun (boarding house roommate Sam Cheon Po) and Binggeurae (Baro) in separate selca shots, in which they pose with sad faces.


Son Ho Joon has been cast in action film “Big Match” alongside Shin Ha Kyun and Lee Jung Jae, and will start filming for the movie next year, while Jung Woo received a lot of interest from the film industry for his role as Trash, and will likely begin filming the movie “Good Friends” soon.


"Reply 1994" Jung Woo's Farewell Post

Jung Woo posted a farewell message on his Twitter account on December 28.



"Reply 1994" Son Ho Joon's Farewell Selcas



Jung Woo and Son Ho Joon Say Their Farewells to “Reply 1994”

Actor Woo Hyun Admits that He’s Been Mistaken as the Husband of Mother-in-Law soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Actor Woo Hyun Admits that He’s Been Mistaken as the Husband of Mother-in-Law

Actor Woo Hyun (49) was mistaken as being his mother in law’s husband due to his old man looks.


On the December 26 episode of variety show “Darling 100 Years Guest,” the veteran actor told the story about how he feels humiliated when he is mistaken for his mother-in-law’s husband. He is actually 17 years younger than his mother-in-law, but he says that sometimes at the store people comment about how good they look as a couple.


He also adds that sometimes he gets mistaken as the father of his wife. He said that one time an electrical repairman came to visit his house and said, “I’ve talked with your daughter.” However, Woo Hyun doesn’t have a daughter and the repairman believed his wife was the daughter. You can watch the clip below.



Actor Woo Hyun Admits that He’s Been Mistaken as the Husband of Mother-in-Law

Netizens Who Spread Rumors About Hwang Soo Kyung and IU Sentenced and Fined soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Netizens Who Spread Rumors About Hwang Soo Kyung and IU Sentenced and Fined

The bloggers who had been repeatedly spreading false rumors about celebrities have received probation sentences.


On December 27, Judge Ban Jung Mo of the Seoul Central District Court sentenced the blogger who had been indicted for defamation to 10 months in prison and 2 years of probation. Also, the judge fined the eight who had had been charged with spreading rumors about celebrities and athletes over mobile messengers, the highest fine being 5,000,000 won (approx. $4,740).


These netizens had spread rumors of KBS announcer Hwang Soo Kyung‘s divorce and singer IU‘s marriage, among other things.


The judge stated, “Through their blogs, mobile messenger, and e-mail, they repeatedly spread false information, and caused serious damages. While the crimes were not light, we considered their admittances of their crimes, their motives, and repentance in the sentencing.”


Meanwhile, the female celebrities that have been hit with rumors of prostitution have taken legal action against the netizens who spread the rumors, and the conclusion of that case remains to be seen.


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Netizens Who Spread Rumors About Hwang Soo Kyung and IU Sentenced and Fined

Goodbye “Reply 1994,” Final Episode Ratings soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Goodbye “Reply 1994,” Final Episode Ratings

Reply 1994” has finally ended its run. How did its final episode fare in terms of ratings?


Cable network tvN’s Friday-Saturday drama “Reply 1994” recorded average ratings of 11.9% and a peak rating of 11.9% for its final episode, broadcast on December 28. That’s a 1.8% improvement in average ratings from the previous episode aired on Friday, which scored 10.1% in ratings, making Episode 21 the most watched episode of the drama. This also means that excluding the three terrestrial broadcasters (SBS, MBC and KBS), “Reply 1994” has the distinction of being the most highly rated drama of all time.


[SPOILER ALERT]


Peak 1-minute ratings for the final episode was a heartwarming scene in which Sam Cheon Po (Kim Sung Kyun) and Haitai (Son Ho Joon) were packing blankets in preparation for moving house. It didn’t matter who the original owner of the blanket was, because “what’s yours is mine, what’s mine is yours,” reinforcing that their friendship was special.


In Episode 21, “To the 90s,” it was finally revealed that Trash (Jung Woo) is Na Jung’s (Go Ara) husband. Having spent the past 20 or so years as brother and sister, Na Jung’s first love and special someone, Trash, was revealed to be the mysterious Kim Jae Joon, proving that sometimes, first loves can work out.


[END SPOILER]


It wasn’t so much the mystery of who Na Jung’s husband was that excited viewers, but the heady rush of nostalgia as we were brought back on a tour of the 90s. The bond of friendship and kinship was moving, right up till the very end. Even though everyone left the boarding house in 2002, they remained fast friends through the years and right into the present.


For those who can’t bear to see the show go, there will be a special “Reply 1994 Epilogue” airing on January 3 (Friday) at 8:40 PM KST.


"Reply 1994" Episode 21

"Reply 1994"



Goodbye “Reply 1994,” Final Episode Ratings

Dal Shabet’s Ah Young Not Seriously Hurt After Toe Injury soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Dal Shabet’s Ah Young Not Seriously Hurt After Toe Injury

Dal Shabet’s Ah Young recently injured her toe, but her agency has stated that she is not seriously injured.


A representative from Dal Shabet’s agency, Happy Face Entertainment, revealed on December 28, “Ah Young hit her toe against a pillar while coming off stage after her performance. She’s currently receiving treatment and resting.”


The accident occurred on Saturday at Dom Art Hall, where Ah Young performed at the “WAPOP” concert with her group. She was immediately sent to the hospital and received a medical exam and treatment.


Dal Shabet’s side added, “It’s only a small injury so Dal Shabet’s comeback and other scheduled activities will not be affected. We are sorry for causing fans to worry.”


Dal Shabet is scheduled to release their seventh mini-album on January 8, 2014.



Dal Shabet’s Ah Young Not Seriously Hurt After Toe Injury

“Prime Minister and I” Chae Jung Ahn Is As Stunning As Ever soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Prime Minister and I” Chae Jung Ahn Is As Stunning As Ever

The much-talked-about KBS drama “Prime Minister and I” recently revealed on December 28 some behind-the-scenes cuts of actress Chae Jung Ahn.


In the drama, Chae Jung Ahn plays the prime minister’s chief of public affairs, and brings life to the drama with her solid acting. Her character, Seo Hye Joo, is a woman who has had a long-time crush on the prime minister, Kwon Yool (Lee Bum Soo), and remains doing everything she can for him despite the unrequited love and him going through with a contracted marriage with Nam Da Jung (YoonA).


In the stills that were released, Chae Jung Ahn looks as stunning as ever, with simple makeup, and simple, classy outfits.


In the past episode (episode 6), Chae Jung Ahn refreshingly hands it to Yoon Hae Young with some hapkido, for having put YoonA in a bad position, and won over the hearts of the viewers even more.


Be sure to catch Lee Bum Soo and YoonA’s comic romance in “Prime Minister and I” on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10pm (KST)!


Check out the stills of Chae Jung Ahn below!


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“Prime Minister and I” Chae Jung Ahn Is As Stunning As Ever

Yoo Yeon Suk Shares His Feelings About Wrapping Up “Reply 1994” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Yoo Yeon Suk Shares His Feelings About Wrapping Up “Reply 1994”

Today is a bittersweet day for the cast of cable drama “Reply 1994.”


On December 28, Yoo Yeon Suk shared a polaroid and his feelings regarding the end of the drama. “We finished filming ‘Reply 1994’ today at dawn and the Sinchon boarding house became a pool of tears as we all huddled together to film the last scene… I already miss you guys… Thank you everyone for such a awesome and bright drama. I love you.”


The polaroid shows the main cast huddled together still not giving away to the ending. The bottom of the photo reads “2013.12.28 ‘Reply 1994’ Last day at Sinchon boarding house…”


Yoo Yeon Suk held a special event to his and “Reply 1994” fans titled “Yoo Yeon Suk Free Hug” as a way to show his thanks earlier today. However, the event had to end early just after twenty minutes due to possible safety concerns when a huge crowd formed and immobilized the tourist area.


The penultimate episode broke cable drama records by bringing in a viewership rating of 10.1% and critics and fans alike are anticipating whether the drama will break another record with the final episode.



Yoo Yeon Suk Shares His Feelings About Wrapping Up “Reply 1994”

“2013 KBS Music Festival” Most-Watched Minute Goes To… soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “2013 KBS Music Festival” Most-Watched Minute Goes To…

2013 KBS Music Festival” aired on December 27, and reports are already flooding in regards to the show’s most-watched minute.


On the 28th, according to the viewer rating research company TNmS, the music festival’s national household viewer rating was 8.8% (7.9% during part 1 and 9.7% during part 2), 3.5% higher than the show that aired at the same time the previous week. In the midst of this increased popularity, miss A‘s “Hush” performance brought the show a spike in views, recording a broadcast high for the music festival with 13.8% viewership rating.


Coincidentally, the performance by missA did have one small incident, where Min was accidentally hit in the chin by one of the dancers, worrying fans about a possible injury. While she did grab her chin for a moment, she shook it off and finished the performance with no problem. JYP Entertainment, after hearing expressions of concern, later announced that it’s not bad enough to call an ‘injury,’ and that Min is just fine.


Check out the most-watched performance of the “2013 KBS Music Festival” below!


Click here to check out the other performances of the night, too!


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“2013 KBS Music Festival” Most-Watched Minute Goes To…

Noh Hong Chul Loses His Six-Pack Abs from Eating Too Many Sweets? soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Noh Hong Chul Loses His Six-Pack Abs from Eating Too Many Sweets?

Just a few weeks ago, Noh Hong Chul surprised many viewers by appearing on MBC’s “Infinity Challenge” after undergoing a shocking transformation. In order to carry out their newest mission to become fashion models in Milan, Noh Hong Chul went under a strict training program to shed 15kg for the photo shoot.


During a recent recording of MBC’s “I Live Alone,” No Hong Chul revisited his fitness center in order to regain the abs he lost after all of the hard work and dedication that went into gaining six-pack abs.


During the recording, Noh Hong Chul confessed, “There are so many delicious things to eat during the winter. I just could not keep myself away from sweets, so I gained 5kgs,” as he revealed his belly.


Noh Hong Chul was scolded by his trainer who said, “I can see the results of what you’ve been eating.” Noh Hong Chul was on the verge of tears as he was working out saying, “It’s harder because my body is heavier.”


This episode of “I Live Alone” aired on December 27 (KST).


I Live Alone



Noh Hong Chul Loses His Six-Pack Abs from Eating Too Many Sweets?

“Reply 1994” Passes 10% Viewership Mark soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Reply 1994” Passes 10% Viewership Mark

Cable tvN Friday-Saturday drama “Reply 1994” broke the 10% ratings barrier with its penultimate episode on Friday.


According to Nielsen Korea, Episode 20, which aired on December 27, scored an average viewership of 10.1%, with real-time ratings peaking at 12.4%. This was higher than Episode 19’s average ratings of 9.2% and peak of 11.8%. “Reply 1994” took the top spot on combined cable, satellite and IPTV ratings among programs in the same time slot.


“Reply 1994” has proven its universal appeal, as it was number one amongst all age groups ranging from 10s-50s, with females in their 30s-40s making up the bulk of the viewers (16.6%).


Episode 20, the second last episode, was titled “The Beginning of the End,” and we saw the breakdown of Na Jung (Go Ara) and Trash’s (Jung Woo) relationship, as well as Chil Bong (Yoo Yeon Seok) choosing to leave Na Jung, after seeing what a hard time she was having.


The final episode of “Reply 1994,” “To the 90s,” will air on December 28 at 8:40pm(KST) on tvN. We finally get the big reveal on Na Jung’s husband. Tune in to find out what happens to our 1994ers!


Preview for Episode 21:



“Reply 1994” Passes 10% Viewership Mark

Friday, December 27, 2013

“Reply 1994” Yoo Yeon Suk to Give Free Hugs soompah.blogspot.com

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soompah.blogspot.com ® “Reply 1994” Yoo Yeon Suk to Give Free Hugs

Any Chilbongie fans out there in Seoul?


With “Reply 1994” almost wrapping up as the last episode will air tonight, the cast recently shared a congratulatory photo after filming the last scene. However, don’t be sad as this is most likely not the last we’ll see of the actors after the show’s very successful run on cable.


On December 27, Yoo Yeon Suk’s agency King Kong Entertainment shared some good news with his fans. “Chilbongie’s Yoo Yeon Suk will hug everyone as a way to show his thanks for fans fervently supporting ‘Reply 1994.’”


Yoo Yeon Suk received a lot of love through the character Chilbongie, a baseball pitcher prodigy who becomes a major sports star.


The special event “Yoo Yeon Suk Free Hug” will take place at hot tourist spot Myeongdong on December 28 at 4pm (KST).


Drop by if you’re in town!yoo yeon suk



“Reply 1994” Yoo Yeon Suk to Give Free Hugs

Song Ji Hyo and Choi Jin Hyuk’s Angry but Sexy Posters Released for Drama “Emergency Man and Woman” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Song Ji Hyo and Choi Jin Hyuk’s Angry but Sexy Posters Released for Drama “Emergency Man and Woman”

New posters have been released for tvN‘s upcoming drama “Emergency Man and Woman.” The poster shows a sexy, but angry Song Ji Hyo straddling Choi Jin Hyuk in what seems to be the emergency room. While Song Ji Hyo is choking Choi Jin Hyuk, she is also getting her hair pulled by the actor. The image makes sense, as the two play a bitter couple who were previously married and had gotten a divorce. The poster also has the statement “Married because they were crazy, divorced when they became sane.”



tvN’s “Emergency Man and Woman” will premiere on January 24 at 8:40pm (KST). It will take over the time slot that was occupied by “Reply 1994.” The cast has already started practicing their scripts, and a teaser has also been released.



Song Ji Hyo and Choi Jin Hyuk’s Angry but Sexy Posters Released for Drama “Emergency Man and Woman”

Song Hye Gyo, Soo Ae, Gong Hyo Jin Will Not be Attending SBS Acting Awards soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Song Hye Gyo, Soo Ae, Gong Hyo Jin Will Not be Attending SBS Acting Awards

Song Hye Gyo, Soo Ae, and Gong Hyo Jin, the leading ladies of this year’s SBS’ dramas will not be attending the year-end awards ceremony.


A rep from Soo Ae and Gong Hyo Jin’s agency, Soop Entertainment, stated on December 27, “Due to their schedules, they will not be attending the awards ceremony. We tried our best to make adjustments to their schedules, but it seems it will be difficult for them to attend.”


Soo Ae starred in the Monday – Tuesday drama “Queen of Ambition” taking on her first villain role since her debut. Gong Hyo Jin starred in the Wednesday – Thursday drama “Master’s Sun” as a character who had the ability to see ghosts.


A rep from Song Hye Gyo’s agency explained her absence saying, “Song Hye Gyo is currently filming for a movie in Taiwan until January of next year. After completing her schedule in Taiwan, she will be going straight to China for more activities.”


Song Hye Gyo played the leading lady in the Monday – Tuesday drama, “That Winter, the Wind Blows.” She left an impression on many viewers through her portrayal of a character who is blind.


On the other hand, Lee Bo Young, who starred in “I Can Hear Your Voice,” will host the event, and the leading lady in “The Heirs,” Park Shin Hye, has confirmed her attendance. The event will also showcase a special performance by Seo In Guk. Also, Park Yoochun, who recently confirmed his role in the new drama “Three Days” will attend the event as a presenter.


The SBS Acting Awards will air on December 31 at 8:55 PM KST



Song Hye Gyo, Soo Ae, Gong Hyo Jin Will Not be Attending SBS Acting Awards

miss A’s Suzy Talks about How She Releases Stress soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® miss A’s Suzy Talks about How She Releases Stress

In a recent recording of KBS 2TV’s “The Human Condition,” girl group miss A made a surprise appearance.


The cast members of cried out in joy as members of miss A entered “The Human Condition” house and served ddeokbokki (rice cakes in hot sauce) to their guests.


They explained their experiment of “Living Stress Free” and discussed the stress miss A experience.


Suzy was asked, “Doesn’t the negative publicity or comments give you stress?” to which she answered, “I think of everything in a positive light. But if I still get stressed, I go screaming and running at the Han River.”


Min explained as a member of a girl group having to be on a diet was a source of her stress, and Fei revealed not having an individual skill to show off on variety shows is what causes her stress.


Jia created a wave of laughter when remarked Fei does not watch enough TV, and scolded her saying she needs to study by watching more variety shows.


“The Human Condition” with a surprise appearance by miss A will air on December 28 11:15 PM KST on KBS 2TV.


The Human Condition



miss A’s Suzy Talks about How She Releases Stress

“The Heirs” Choi Young Do to Appear at “SBS Gayo Daejun?” soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “The Heirs” Choi Young Do to Appear at “SBS Gayo Daejun?”

Will Choi Young Do of “The Heirs” make an appearance at the “2013 SBS Gayo Daejun?”


The question was brought up after a teaser video of “SBS Gayo Daejun” was uploaded on the year-end show’s official website. The short teaser clip shows a parody of SBS’ popular drama “The Heirs,” which seems to be a part of a music drama that SBS is preparing for their show. A student with Choi Young Do’s name tag enters the scene, surprising A Pink‘s Son Na Eun and causing other students to show signs of confusion. The rebellious character received much love from the viewers and was played by the handsome Kim Woo Bin, making “The Heirs” one of this winter’s hottest dramas.


As the identity of Choi Young Do was not revealed in the video, fans are wondering if we can expect to see Choi Young Do, or even Kim Woo Bin, at the anticipated year-end festival.


Remember to watch the “2013 SBS Gayo Daejun” on December 29 at 8.45pm (KST) to find out!



“The Heirs” Choi Young Do to Appear at “SBS Gayo Daejun?”

[Exclusive] Ladies’ Code Films Reaction Video for the “Pretty Pretty” Cover Contest Winner soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® [Exclusive] Ladies’ Code Films Reaction Video for the “Pretty Pretty” Cover Contest Winner

Hey Soompiers!


Soompi teamed up with Polaris Entertainment last month to bring a fun cover contest covering Ladies’ Code’s single “Pretty Pretty.” The girls looked through all the great submissions so it was very difficult to pick the winner, but the girls have finally picked the winning video!


Was your video picked? Check out Ladies’ Code’s reaction video below!


Don’t forget to click CC for English subs! French, Spanish, and Portuguese subs coming soon!


Congrats @LaDiary and @tippatokk!



[Exclusive] Ladies’ Code Films Reaction Video for the “Pretty Pretty” Cover Contest Winner

Thursday, December 26, 2013

New Boy Group K-Much! Debuting January 7th with Mini Album “Beyond the Ocean” soompah.blogspot.com

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soompah.blogspot.com ® New Boy Group K-Much! Debuting January 7th with Mini Album “Beyond the Ocean”

New boy group K-Much!, also known as Snakehead, will debut on January 7 with mini album “Beyond the Ocean” containing three tracks. K-Much! is in the same label as girl group Crayon Pop, and the two groups have a great relationship.


The group consists of five members: maknae Ato, rapper G-low, charisma leader Rocky (or Loki), main vocalist Q, and smile king Bonus. The group has been promoting since October and the members have already met with their fans.


You can watch the five members of the group K-Much! introduce themselves here.


K-Much! also appears in a video showing them training and playing around with label mates Crayon Pop. Watch them have fun with each other below as their practice dance moves.



New Boy Group K-Much! Debuting January 7th with Mini Album “Beyond the Ocean”

“Reply 1994″ Dohee and Kim Sung Kyun Sing the OST Duet “Destiny” in MV soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Reply 1994″ Dohee and Kim Sung Kyun Sing the OST Duet “Destiny” in MV

The adorable couple, Dohee and Kim Sung Kyun, from “Reply 1994” released a beautiful song titled “Destiny.” The song is part of the drama’s official soundtrack. The special duet will be the last OST that will be released from “Reply 1994.”


The song is a remake of the 90′s song “Destiny” sung by the group “Travel Sketch.” The original song appeared in episode 10 of “Reply 1994″ in the memorable kiss scene between Dohee and Kim Sung Kyun on the boat. The song was also sung in the karaoke room in episode 19.


The beautiful song “Destiny” captures the mood and feelings of the fateful love between characters Sam Cheon Po and Yoon Jin.


The original sound track will also be sold in stores with special extras such as a signed Polaroid pictures, a behind the scenes DVD and a special gift box.




“Reply 1994″ Dohee and Kim Sung Kyun Sing the OST Duet “Destiny” in MV

TVXQ Release New Teaser Images for 7th Album Comeback soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® TVXQ Release New Teaser Images for 7th Album Comeback

TVXQ are returning with a new look and style, and the newly released teaser images of the members indicate how fans can expect to see a new style in the upcoming comeback.


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On December 26, SM Entertainment released a teaser CF of TVXQ’s comeback through the television stations MBC, KBS, and SBS. The different approach to promoting the group’s comeback is one of the many different changes fans can expect to see through the release of the seventh album, “TENSE.” The teaser images that were also released show that unlike previous album styles, TVXQ’s comeback song, “Something,” will exhibit a double base groove. Furthermore, fans can watch members Yunho and Changmin challenge a new style of dance, as “Something” categorizes in the swing jazz genre.


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Earlier, we reported that the group’s album would be released in January 6. However, fans can get an early taste of the new song as TVXQ plans to make their official stage comeback on KBS2TV’s “Music Bank,” that will broadcast live on January 3.


Check out the new teaser video below of TVXQ’s “Something” featured in their seventh album, “TENSE.”


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TVXQ Release New Teaser Images for 7th Album Comeback

How Does FTIsland and CNBlue Split their Year-End Income? soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® How Does FTIsland and CNBlue Split their Year-End Income?

As the year comes to an end, artist are receiving more than Christmas presents; they’re receiving their year-end income. FNC Entertainment revealed how the members of FTIsland and CNBlue receive their annual pay through the company focused reality show.


On the December 26 episode of tvN’s “Cheongdam-dong 111,” viewers got to watch how FNC Entertainment distributed the year-end incomes to their artists. As it was revealed that the company artists were given their incomes twice a year, the recent episode of the tvN reality show went into detail of how FTIsland and CNBlue members split their pay.


A staff of FNC stated, “In the case of a singer, the company and singer split in proportions the income from the artist’s albums, online music sales, overseas sales, MD, and advertisement earnings. For FTIsland, they have been receiving individual earnings, while CNBlue had previously divided their earnings based on fixed proportions per member. However, for the first time the group will start receiving their income based on proportions of individual earnings.”


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The recent episode showed how FTIsland’s Choi Jong Hoon and Lee Jae Jin received their earnings for the copyrights of their composed songs, while drummer Choi Min Hwan received his proportions of the earnings from the musical he had acted in. Furthermore, CNBlue members showed excitement as they received the total of six months’ worth of income at one time. Member Lee Jung Shin revealed that he would save his earnings, while Lee Jong Hyun said, “I don’t really need a lot of money, but I am still very happy. My father loves making kim bap, so I plan to make a kim bap restaurant for him.” Drummer Kang Min Hyuk also said, “Whenever I receive money, I give it all to my parents.”


Although there are artists who are excited to receive the earnings from their activities, AOA was not able to receive their earnings because they were not able to earn more than what was invested on to the group by their company. However, the girl group’s leader Ji Min received her pay because of copyrighted material for the rap parts of AOA’s “Moya,” and “Shake.” The leader excitedly said, “This is the first income I have received in my life,” and received congratulations from her fellow members.


The inside details of FNC Entertainment’s artists show a small view of the business behind the K-Pop industry, as the artists’ incomes reflect their pay after the company has taken a portion from the overall earnings. FNC’s variety show, “Cheongdam-dong 111” broadcasts every Thursdays on tvN at 12:10AM (KST).


How Does FTIsland and CNBlue Split their Year-End Income?

“K-Pop Star 3” Judges: Yang Hyun Suk, Park Jin Young and Yoo Hee Yeol, How Do Their Training Styles Differ? soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “K-Pop Star 3” Judges: Yang Hyun Suk, Park Jin Young and Yoo Hee Yeol, How Do Their Training Styles Differ?

The different training styles of the three “K-Pop Star 3” judges Yang Hyun Suk, Park Jin Young and Yoo Hee Yeol are gaining attention.


The second round of auditions on SBS survival audition program “K-Pop Star 3” has started and competition is fierce. But what’s gained viewers’ attention are the different training methods used by the individual judges.


After the first round of auditions, participants were given the chance to choose which judge they wanted to learn from. They headed to YG, JYP, and Antenna Music training rooms where the judges provided 1-on-1 sessions to help fix their problems and point out areas for growth.


Over at YG, nurturing an unconstrained personality seems to be crucial. During his 1-on-1 coaching sessions, Yang Hyun Suk focused on bringing out the natural personalities of participants. Regarding star quality as being as important as natural talent, he gave advice on things that participants needed fixing, while leaving their distinct characteristics alone.


Trot talent Hong Jung Hee was told that her two songs needed to be reconsidered, and that she ought to find songs that best suited her voice. Yang Hyun Suk made a sharp observation, saying, “There are too many pauses in your singing that the emotions are lost. I think you have to practice singing continuously.” Hong Jung Hee took the short advice and made full use of it, receiving favorable comments from the judges when she took the stage.


In the JYP room, Park Jin Young gave very detailed, technical 1-to-1 lessons. He emphasized that a good foundation in vocalization and basic posture is important, advising those with bad habits to start over. His lessons were fired with enthusiasm, as he patiently schooled participants in the finer points, and it almost seemed as if he cared not a bit that time was passing quickly.


Yao Wei Tao, a former chef from China and “C-Pop Star” contestant, had problems with his high notes. Park Jin Young had a few encouraging words to say to him before launching into his lesson, “If you just fix this problem, you can become a top singer.” The JYP judge laid down on the floor to demonstrate how to vocalize high notes while relaxing, and the two went through the exercise for about 40 minutes until Yao Wei Tao was able to internalize what Park Jin Young was trying to teach him.


Antenna Music’s Yoo Hee Yeol, the incoming judge filling the empty spot left by SM Entertainment’s BoA, hope to “find a ‘musician’ who will keep making music for a long time.” He thinks that if one cannot make one’s world come alive because of one’s troubles, then it will be difficult to make something new or to continue on. He shared this serious conversation with the participants, trying to make them go a level deeper with their musicality.


To the Village Kids, who found their way to the Antenna room, Yoo Hee Yeol did not request for too many changes. While uncertain if their music talent would suffice, he decided to support them since they were having fun with their music. He said, “I think that the aim of music is happiness. You’re shining because you’re having fun. I don’t want to be critical.”


He also told another contestant, Brody, “Even though your basics and singing ability may not be enough, you’re a participant that I want to see more of.” The conversation and lesson continued, and Brody was able to make it through the second round with her confident performance.


According to the production team, “Yang Hyun Suk, Park Jin Young, and Yoo Hee Yeol are music people who have very different personalities, and of course they showed us their different approaches in teaching. With the advice that the three judges have provided, what kind of revelations will the participants have?” The representative requested for the continued support and anticipation for the show’s participants.


“K-Pop Star 3″ airs every Sunday at 4:55 PM KST right after SBS “Inkigayo.”


"K-Pop Star 3" Judges


“K-Pop Star 3” Judges: Yang Hyun Suk, Park Jin Young and Yoo Hee Yeol, How Do Their Training Styles Differ?

Seo Taiji Posts Status Update, Reveals That a 9th Album Is in the Works soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Seo Taiji Posts Status Update, Reveals That a 9th Album Is in the Works

Singer Seo Taiji revealed what he’s been up to recently on his official homepage.


Seo Taiji put up a post titled “Merry Christmas,” along with a picture of himself, on December 23. He greeted fans, saying, “Hello~ Merry Christmas. It’s been a long time. I hope everyone is doing well.”


“It feels like the last time I left a message was when it was hot, but it’s already gotten so cold that somehow it feels like time is going back faster and faster. It’s my fault. You guys were all babies but now you’re working, raising kids and studying. You must be having a hard time. The world will be a better place in 2014, won’t it?” He said, asking after his fans and sending well wishes for the New Year.


Seo Taiji went on to reveal what he had been up to lately in the last four months, and it was accompanied with the good news that he was working on a new album. “This year, I’ve been working only on my music, so there’s been nothing particularly exciting going on. Sometimes, I go snowboarding, but that’s about it. I was really busy this year that I didn’t even have time to see my beloved Miss R [referring to his radio-controlled toy car]. I am completely absorbed in my work because I want to meet someone quickly.”


“I held a year-end party with my friends which doubled as a party to wish for success with my ninth album. As we talked about the 90s, we reminisced and longed for the good times past. And so, I think my ninth album will turn out to be a success as well.”


Seo Taiji had uploaded a few pictures for fans that were curious about what he’s been up to. However, his face did not appear in the pictures, creating an air of mystery around the singer. He also took a line out of Young Do’s book (The Heirs), saying, “Why are you taking it so seriously? Makes me feel like turning you down~”


He then uploaded a picture of himself assembling his toy car, with half his face appearing this time, and ended his post saying, “I have to run away for today. Good night and see you tomorrow. Dream of me. Goodbye.”


Seo Taiji’s December 23 post was his first since August. The last time he made a post, he had talked about his wedding ceremony with actress Lee Eun Sung in the presence of family members.


Seo Taiji Posts Status Update, Reveals That a 9th Album Is in the Works

“Reply 1994″ Writers Tease Cast with First Half of Final Episode Script soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® “Reply 1994″ Writers Tease Cast with First Half of Final Episode Script

Cable channel tvN drama “Reply 1994” will be ending this week. Now on the final leg of filming, the cast have been given the script for last episode, in which the conclusion to the story lies.


The cast are mostly convinced by the ending received. One of cast member told Star News, “This is a satisfactory ending for us,” while another revealed, “There may be a little something missing, but I think this is the ending that viewers want.”


However, the twist is that the cast have only received the first half of the script. Apparently, several versions of the remaining half of the script are being prepared, so the tension among the cast will be kept up till the very end.


A broadcast official stated, “The conclusion to the story does not end with the first half of the script. I’ve heard that several versions of the remaining half are being prepared. It looks like we’ll have to keep going to see what happens.”


A “Reply 1994” production official commented on the conclusion saying, “I don’t think there’ll be a makjang ending. It’ll be an ending that will make viewers nod their heads in agreement, one that everyone will be able to accept.”


Don’t forget to check out the final two episodes of “Reply 1994” this Friday and Saturday on December 27 and 28 on tvN at 8:40 PM KST!


Check out the preview for episode 20 to find out what happens on the next episode of “Reply 1994.”


"Reply 1994"



“Reply 1994″ Writers Tease Cast with First Half of Final Episode Script

Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Senior Singer Byun Jin Sub and Girl Group Queen B’Z Releases Collaboration Song MV soompah.blogspot.com

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soompah.blogspot.com ® Senior Singer Byun Jin Sub and Girl Group Queen B’Z Releases Collaboration Song MV

Singer Byun Jin Sub, who made his debut in 1987 with first album “To Be Alone,” collaborated with rookie girl group Queen B’Z to release special mini album “Sweet Memories.”


The well-respected singer rearranged one of his biggest hits “Wishlist,” which was included in his second album in 1993. He was still considered a rookie at the time, which makes the collaboration more meaningful as he teams up with today’s rookie artists for “Wishlist.”


The song talks about what kind of ideal men women want these days while the song also conveys the male’s perspective in their desired ideal type.


Without further ado, watch and listen to the music video below!



Senior Singer Byun Jin Sub and Girl Group Queen B’Z Releases Collaboration Song MV

Kim So Jung Collaborates with J2M, Unveils Video Teaser soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Kim So Jung Collaborates with J2M, Unveils Video Teaser

Singer Kim So Jung is making a comeback after a year away from the music scene.


On December 26, she released a video teaser for “You, Then You Part 1” (English title pending).


The teaser starts off with piano and guitar as Kim So Jung’s voice comes in after being filtered through a processor. The singer shows off her mature and feminine image in the teaser, increasing the anticipation from fans.


Although the track is a duet with male vocal duo J2M, their voices aren’t heard in the teaser.


Without further ado, check the teaser below!


Meanwhile, the track will be released on December 30 through various online music sites.



Kim So Jung Collaborates with J2M, Unveils Video Teaser

Jung Woo Sung Names Won Bin and Kim Woo Bin as Good-Looking Juniors soompah.blogspot.com

soompah.blogspot.com ® Jung Woo Sung Names Won Bin and Kim Woo Bin as Good-Looking Juniors

Actor Jung Woo Sung was interviewed for the December 25 broadcast of SBS’ “Late Night TV Entertainment,” and he named junior colleague Won Bin as the actor who looks better than him. Jung Woo Sung immediately gave the name of Won Bin as soon as the question was asked, showing certainty in his answer.


He also talked about Kim Woo Bin, describing his face as one that has a marked individuality. When the reporter teased Jung Woo Sung about that meaning Kim Woo Bin isn’t good-looking, Jung Woo Sung hurriedly replied, “Don’t make me a public enemy.”


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In related news, Jung Woo Sung is looking forward to the 2014 premier of his movie “God’s Trick,” also starring Ahn Sung Ki, Lee Bum Soo, and Choi Jin Hyuk.



Jung Woo Sung Names Won Bin and Kim Woo Bin as Good-Looking Juniors