

This blogs focus is a fairly constant update on anything that interests me. That can range from interesting observations that occur to me, to funny cartoons i find, even to the latest news about asian stars. Hope you can find something that interests you here.




Big Bang fans have patiently waited for the boys to return to the Korean music scene and it now seems they don’t have to wait long.
Big Bang leader G-Dragon recently made an appearance on tvN E News while filming for a G-Market CF and he shared some thoughts about their much anticipated comeback.
When asked about when Big Bang’s upcoming album was going to be released, G-Dragon replied, “We haven’t met with the fans for so long, it’s been around 2 years now. Right now, the album is around 80% done and you might be able to find us around the middle of November. Please patiently wait for us.”
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyVFFcotEZo&feature=player_embedded
Very exciting news! It seems, Big Bang’s comeback could be just a few weeks from now. Can’t wait to see what they have in store for us.
Tip: menne + shared by bigbangupdates
2PM, who have recently returned with their single “I’ll Be Back“, will appear on this week’s episode of ‘Strong Heart’ with some juicy tidbits for their fans to gnaw over. Member Wooyoung confessed, “I’ll be 22 soon, and I’ve yet to have any dating experience. All the 2pm members as well as our boss Park Jin Young seem to worry about me.” He went on to add, “Especially Nichkhun. He said, ‘You have to party a little’, expressing his frustration and trying to help.”
It’s nice to see fellow members helping each other out with girl problems. Or in this case, no girl problems.
Source + Photo: Newsen
This is my final warning! :D

Dear Jun Soo,
When we met on the opening night of “Mozart!” in Seoul, in Sejong theater end of January of this Year, you said to me that you liked my music, and asked me if I would be willing to write you a Song. I remember telling you immediately “yes”.

November Edition – Nikkei Entertainment
Q. What did you eat today?
A. (looks at the food prepared by the staff) It’s become meat and vegetable over rice (laugh).
Q. What type of alcohol do you like drinking?
A. Beer, cold beer. But if I go to drinking places, I would have Soju and listen to rock music.
Q. What’s the most recent item that you bought?
A. Not too long ago, a PS3. It broke, but because it was so fun to play, I bought it.
Q. What games do you play?
A. Although I like RPG, I also like sport ones like “Winning Eleven” (a soccer game)
Q. What do you play in RPG?
A. Final Fantasy.
‘Paradise Meadows/Ranch’ starring Choikang Changmin, Lee Yeon Hee, Ju Sang Wook, and Yu Ha Na is confirmed to air after long negotiations have been finalized.Korean Tourism Productions are releasing a short drama "Haru : An Unforgettable Day in Korea" online (www.haru2010.com).
This omnibus style "Haru : An Unforgettable Day in Korea" cast is U-Know, Big Bang (Choi Seung-hyeon, G-Dragon, Daesung, Seung Ri, Taeyang), Han Chae-young, Kim Beom, Park Si-hoo, Lee Da-hae, and many other stars.
U-Know come sout as an action star and Lee Da-hae is the scenario writer.
Check out the story in this short drama that has all these stars take interesting and exciting characters!
Source : news.nate.com/view/20... ( Korean )
Korean singer Brian, Super Junior Member Choi Si-won and Chinese singer Vanness Wu
Korean artists Brian, Super Junior member Choi Si-won and Chinese artist Vanness Wu have come together to record an album aimed at helping African children, according to a press release from entertainment firm Lion Media on Tuesday.
Lion Media announced through the statement that the three singers have formed a project group called 3rd Wave through which they will release an album titled "I Will Be There" on October 10.
Recorded in English, all proceeds from the album will be donated for use as emergency aid for children in Africa.
"I have received a lot of support from my fans during my ten years as a singer so I am happy that I can give back to those in need with my musical ability", singer Brian was quoted as saying.
The upcoming album, written and composed by leader Johnny Lee, will feature 11 tracks including "Sweetest Name" sung by Choi Si-won and "Everything to Me", a duet by Vanness Wu and Brian.
"I Will be There" will be available online at www.3rdwavemusic.org and released simultaneously in both Korea and the United States through Apple's iTune store in early October.
Reporter : Lucia HongRain will play a flirty private investigator in the KBS drama, "The Fugitive Plan B".
Singer and actor Rain (real name Jung Ji Hoon), who will make a comeback to the small screen after a five-year break by appearing in the KBS 2TV Wednesday and Thursday drama "The Fugitive Plan B", spoke up about the rumors of his upcoming military duty.
At the production presentation of the drama "The Fugitive Plan B" held at the Lotte Hotel in Sogongdong on September 27, Rain said, "The time to join the army might be around next year".
Concert poster for Seoul Soul Festival 2010 featuring Korean singer Taeyang [S2 Entertainment]
Korean singer Taeyang has joined a line-up of international and local artists for the Seoul Soul Festival 2010 to be held next month.
On Monday, the concert's promoter S2 Entertainment announced that Big Bang member Taeyang will perform at the two-day soul music festival to be held at the Peace Plaza located in the War Memorial of Korea starting October 9.
He will sing his hit songs as well as give a special performance with fellow YG labelmate Se7en.
Other recording artists on the line-up include U.S. soul singer Musiq Soulchild, rapper Sean Kingston, Koreans Jay Park, DJ DOC and Supreme Team.
Taeyang, whose real name is Dong Young-bae, is the first Big Bang member to debut as a solo artist.
He released his first full-length album "Solar" on July 1, topping numerous online and offline music sites as well holding his first solo concert over the weekend.
Reporter : Lucia HongPoster for FT Island's live concert [Interpark]
Korean rock band FT Island will hold a live concert in November, according to their agency FNC Music on Friday.
A PR official from FNC told 10Asia over the phone that the boys will be performing for two nights at the AX Hall located in Gwangjang district on November 6 and 7.
The concert will feature their various hit songs as well as the latest tracks from their second mini-album "beautiful journey".
FT Island (Five Treasure Island), composed of members Lee Hong-gi, Lee Jae-jin-I, Song Seung-hyun, Choi Min-hwan and Choi Jong-hoon, made their debut into the mainstream K-pop scene in June 2007 with their first album "Cheerful Sensibility".
The group has also managed a successful music career in Japan, releasing two major single albums "Flower Rock" and "Brand-new days", both of which ranked within the top 5 spots on the prestigious Oricon albums chart.
They also performed at the international rock festival "Summer Sonic 2010" in August whose stage was graced by various top stars such as Stevie Wonder, Taylor Swift, A Tribe Called Quest and Sum 41.
Tickets for their concert are available at online reservation site Interpark (www.interpark.co.kr).
Reporter : Lucia Hong luciahong@Although no official sources have confirmed the event, it looks like New York City will be treated with more than just a tour concert soon! Word has it that the power trio JYJ (Jaejoong, Yoochun, Junsu) might be making a special appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman in the near future.
A Naver cafe for Synnara Records recently posted new information on JYJ’s upcoming activities, including their global showcase tour and details of JYJ’s latest album. However, what caught many fans’ attention was the mention of a feature on the famous New York-based talk show.
“More surprising than Dark Child and Kanye West’s participation in JYJ’s album … They will be the first Koreans (probably Asians) to appear on the David Letterman show to sing the ending song,” the Naver cafe commented.
With six Primetime Emmy awards and countless celebrity appearances under its belt, the Late Show would undoubtedly serve as great exposure for JYJ in the States. Stay tuned to allkpop as we await more details on this matter!
Source & Photo: Synnara Records Naver Cafe
Tip: emm_y
U-KISS is set to comeback with their 4th mini album “BREAK TIME” on October 4th. A few days ago they revealed the album cover along with tracklist and now they’ve revealed a teaser photo to their title track music video.
U-KISS is looking sexier than ever in the teaser picture, successfully transforming into the “bad boy” image for their new concept.
A representative of U-KISS’s agency revealed, “Their teaser will officially be revealed on the afternoon of the 3rd through their official homepage. We’re very excited that fans are already so excited before their official teaser is even out, but it’s also a lot of pressure. Please anticipate U-KISS’s new images once the teaser is released.”
U-KISS will be making their official comeback through M.Net’s “M Countdown” on the 7th.
Source + Photo: Newsen
Tip: Oreinjii
Perhaps such is the reason why he’s working harder than ever preparing for his four day musical, set to begin on October 7th. Junsu will be working alongside musical stars such as Seo Bumseok, Min Young Ki, Shin Young Sook, and others.
Already having received the rookie award for “Mozart!” at the Musical Awards, Junsu became widely known for his strong concentration skills and the amount of effort he puts into his rehearsals.
In a recent meeting at his rehearsal hall, Junsu met with reporters and honestly confessed his thoughts regarding his first ever self named concert.
“Thank you for your interest. The pressure of being alone is bigger than ever, being the first concert under my name. This performance was only possible with the support of the director and producers. We’ve aready been rehearsing together for three months now so the level of synchronization with the other actors is as great as ever. We’re all working hard and I believe that we’ll be able to show everyone a great concert.”
The concert seats a 10,000 member audience and began production last May.

The Alex and Shinae couple were chosen as the best couple in the history of MBC’s “We Got Married.”
In a survey held on Nate for the movie “Nora’s Will,” netizens were asked which couple from the “We Got
Alex and Shinae took first in the poll, as fans felt that they showcased the most consideration for one another through the events of preparing food and exchanging presents.
The couple was followed by Jo Kwon and Ga-in, Seo In Young and Crown J, and Hwang Jung Eum and Kim Yong Jun.
Source + Photo: Newsen
The special collaboration group “Homme,” made up of 2AM’s Changmin and 8Eight’s Lee Hyun, sent us over a video greeting thanking "allkpop" readers for their continued support! As you should know, the duo has been rocking the charts and music programs with their song “Still Eating Well“. The track is an amazingly catchy and upbeat summer track, so if you haven’t picked it up yet, make sure to support them by purchasing it on iTunes.
Credit: http://www.allkpop.com/2010/08/homme-thanks-allkpop-readers-for-all-the-support

Sites conducting the poll: Music News Rekochoku (i-mode / EZweb / Y! Mobile)
Voting Period: August 10 (Tuesday) – August 24 (Tue) for 14 Days
Valid responses: 1,505 votes
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trans: sharingyoochun.net
Back in June, boy group 'Code-V' made their return to the K-pop scene with Addiction. The group had originally debuted in 2007 under the name Bless, but they were anything but blessed as they suffered from low sales and lack of promotion. Even though their initial debut was a bust, the boys were confident that this time around, things would be different.
1. Siwon–He is just too handsome. If you look at his body parts separately, it’s still, just as handsome. Beautiful! It seems like there isn’t anyone more handsome on the big screen. He’s also very modest.
Se7en who recently made his comeback after an extremely long hiatus, will now make his first talk show appearance on Strong Heart, after 3 years and 8 months.
Back in May, there were reports stating that BIGBANG would perform at Summer Sonic 2010. Famous Korean band FT Island also performed at this extravagant event.

빈약한 꿀! 지금 그는 슬프다~ :(
Ren Guang Xi, a cocky law student, seems to lead the perfect life. He's the sole successor to a huge and famous business and a talented ice hockey player. But in reality, his lonely life lacks joy, laughter and motivation. That is until he meets Liang Mu Cheng, the new bento seller at his school canteen. Although orphaned at a young age, Mu Cheng does not let her past affect her and lives life with great passion and determination. A harmless bet brings the two together and Guang Xi slowly changes as Mu Cheng teaches him how to give and love. Tragedy strikes when Guang Xi suddenly has to go through a major brain surgery which causes him to lose his memory. His mother begs Mu Cheng to leave him and the latter has no choice but to do so. Little does she know that she already has Guang Xi's child.




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Mystery online film "The Influence" revolves around promises kept even though time has passed. To keep their values, characters are at a critical juncture to act upon their promises.
Super Junior and MBLAQ will have a 3 vs 3 confrontation game on Entertainment program ‘Variety World’ aired on SBS E!TV. In the opening of ‘Variety World’, called ‘Who are you SHOW!”. MBLAQ Seungho, Leejoon, Chundoong and Super Junior Yesung, Shindong, Kyuhyun started off by having their profiles directly investigated and having a short briefing time. Yesung sang the OST ‘It Has To Be You’ for the drama ‘Cinderella Sister’, showing his brilliant singing skill in ‘Variety World’. After listening to Yesung’s song, Shin Junghwan PD asked: “You sang really beautifully. Why are you in Super Junior? If you become a soloist I think you can succeed”. Yesung said: “I think that it is possible, but I like being in Super Junior as a team”, his sensible remark showed Super Junior strong team work. In ‘Wearing a sleeping bag and winning the pillow’ game, senior member Yesung lagged behind other members. Junior members said: “Yesungee hyung’s age makes him move a bit difficultly.”, teasing their hyung. ‘Variety World’ with Super Junior will be broadcast at 0:00am, July 29th on SBS E!TV.
