KPOP: 2014-02-23

[Star of the Week] SNSD’s Top 10 SNS Moments

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It was close to revolutionary when SNSD’s Taeyeon joined Instagram around this time last year, but now many of the SNSD members have infiltrated the SNS world - from Instagram to Twitter and even Weibo - enabling fans to take a peek inside the girl group members’ personal lives.

While there are selfies a-many floating around the girls’ SNS accounts, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite SNSD SNS photos - from the cute to the creepy - you may have missed here, so flip through now!

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Infinite’s Dongwoo Walks Around the Dorm with No Clothes On?

March 1, 2014

Idol group Infinite‘s quite surprising living habits were recently revealed by members Hoya and Dongwoo.

On the March 2 episode of SBS’ “1000 Song Challenge,” music industry seniors and juniors gathered together for a fun competition, as they showed off their talent by singing popular songs.

Representing Infinite were Hoya and Dongwoo, who the MCs asked to confirm a rumor. The MCs asked, “People say that you tend to walk around the dorm with almost no clothes on, so you surprise the housekeeper?”

Making this even more shocking, Dongwoo added, “We take off even our underwear.” However, confused over his group mate’s response, Hoya said, “Only Dongwoo walks around with nothing on. I wear my underwear,” and evoked laughter with his correction.

Other idol groups featured on this episode were A Pink and Tiny-G.

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Song Ji Hyo and Choi Jin Hyuk’s “Emergency Couple” Records Its Best Ratings Yet

March 1, 2014

“Emergency Couple” has broken its previous ratings with a great margin!

According to ratings agency Nielsen Korea, episode 11 that aired on March 1 recorded average ratings of 4.1%, with peaks as high as 4.8%. As episode 10 attracted merely 3.4% of viewers on average, this is a significant rise. The drama also took the first place among other shows airing at the same time.

On this episode, Oh Jin Hee (Song Ji Hyo) and Oh Chang Min (Choi Jin Hyuk) took small but steady steps towards getting closer again, as they reminisced their life before the divorce. Due to a collarbone fracture, Jin Hee was unable to move her arms freely, thus struggling to eat her meal. To help her out, Chang Min could be seen feeding her in an adorable manner.

The memories they wanted to forget and destroy after getting divorced slowly begun to change into moments that both of them wanted to restore.

Chang Min said as Jin Hee was leaving the house, “You said that it is better to have someone important next to you when you are sick, not a doctor.” She replied, “I am not hurt. Don’t care about me,” but Chang Min hugged her from behind and held her tightly, and said, “I am hurt. So please stay next to me. This is a request.”

What did you think of the latest episode?

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CNBlue’s New Album “Can’t Stop” Is Rocking the Charts All Over the World

March 1, 2014

With their new album “Can’t Stop,” CNBlue has conquered the Taiwanese music charts as well as the hearts of Central and South America, proving their global popularity once again.

According to Taiwanese total album sales chart “Five Music,” CNBlue’s new album “Can’t Stop” recorded an impressive album sale rate of 10.17% in its first week, taking over the number one spot. For the 25 days from February 21-27, “Can’t Stop” had the highest number of sales in Korea and Japan, also sitting pretty at number one. Leader Jung Yong Hwa had said, “It’s the album that we contemplated the most on, and we worked that much harder on it.” With 6 self-composed songs by CNBlue, the album shows a more mature artistic side of the band, and the album is receiving high praise.

America’s Billboard predicted the band’s success, saying, “CNBlue’s 180-degree transformation in their rock-pop sound for ‘Can’t Stop’ will once again conquer the top of the charts.” Immediately following the release of their “Can’t Stop” album, it hit number one in all of the Asian iTunes’ ‘top albums’ charts, as well as 3rd and 5th in the Mexican and Peruvian iTunes, as well. Having recently wrapped up a world tour in Central and South America, CNBlue is receiving the spotlight as a new Hallyu icon. Chile’s media outlet “Bio bio Chile” even called CNBlue ‘the most popular rock band of the Hallyu Wave.’

This is CNBlue’s first comeback in a year, and on March 2, the band will hold a solo comeback show called “Can’t Stop” on SBS, where they will perform their new songs live.

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“Infinity Challenge” No Hong Chul Goes to a Nude Beach in Jamaica!

March 1, 2014

No Hong Chul at a nude beach! Imagine that.

On the March 1 episode of MBC’s “Infinity Challenge,” No Hong Chul, Haha, Jung Hyung Dong, and Skull were in Jamaica. They had originally gone for a reggae festival, and on March 1 the team embarked on an adventure to see if they could meet the famous Usain Bolt.

One of the team’s destinations was a cliff that Usain Bolt supposedly often visits, where, after a game of rock, paper, scissors, No Hong Chul was chosen to dive off the 12 meter cliff. The next day, however, there was no need for rock, paper, scissors at the nude beach; No Hong Chul could not hide his excitement, throwing his clothes off and saying that the nude beach is a new experience. Skull, seeing No Hong Chul’s carefree attitude, also joined in.

The married fellows on the team, Jung Hyung Don and Haha, who did not participate in the nude festivities, just looked on from afar, enjoying the nude beach through their team members’ experiences.

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[Star of the Week] Girls′ Generation (SNSD)

It was pretty much a battle between two this week for our Star of the Week, as the two powerhouse female groups pulled to the top.

But ultimately, Girls′ Generation (SNSD) managed to score and win the title of Star of the Week for the 1st week of March!

[Star of the Week] Girls′ Generation (SNSD)

SNSD stormed back onto the scene with mini-album Mr.Mr, proving that the girls are still the voice of this generation.

[Star of the Week] Girls′ Generation (SNSD)

SNSD pulled ahead of 2NE1, earning 52.9% of the votes (a whopping 42,557 votes), while 2NE1 earned a close 42.8%. Trailing behind was BTOB, with 3.5% and Sunmi with 0.9%.

Stay tuned for more special articles on SNSD, our Star of the Week!

Photo credit: SNSD Facebook

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Super Junior’s Donghae and Eunhyuk Pose in Front of Their Own Posters

March 1, 2014

Super Junior’s Donghae and Eunhyuk had the ability to soak in their popularity in Japan. On March 1, Eunhyuk posted on his Twitter, “It has come up in Shibuya, oppa.” Along with the message, a subtle reference to the song “Oppa, Oppa” that was released by the Super Junior sub-unit Donghae & Eunhyuk, the singer posted three photos of Donghae and himself looking at a building.

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No, these two were not shopping for land or property, but rather the pair was mesmerized by none other than the large posters of the duo that were posted on the side of the building. Wearing baggy jackets and sweatpants, the two Super Junior members posed with double peace signs, showing their excitement for their Japanese activities. The posters that covered the side of the building promoted the duo’s new Japanese album.

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On February 28, Donghae & Eunhyuk released their first Japanese full album, “Ride Me,” which topped the Oricon Charts. The number one ranking album once again validated Super Junior’s popularity beyond the borders of Korea.

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Spica’s Bohyung Reveals Her Weight, Delightfully Alarming Her Fellow Members

March 1, 2014

Spica’s Bohyung recently revealed her current and past weight with zero qualms whatsoever, at the delightful alarm of her fellow members.

Spica members Joo Hyun, Narae, and Bohyung appeared on the March 1 episode of Y-Star’s “Gourmet Road.”

On the episode, when Kim Shin Young commented that Bohyung looks like she’s gotten much slimmer since her debut, Bohyung said, “Right now I’m 51 kg (approx. 112 lbs),” at which her fellow members Joo Hyun and Narae, nervous, explained that Bohyung was wearing heavy shoes and performance clothes at the time. But whether or not Bohyung knew how her members were feeling, she went on to reveal her weight at the time of her debut, as well. Cue members! Joo Hyun quickly explained again, “Bohyung has a lot of muscle,” making the set laugh for her nervous efforts.

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Minwoo Pokes Fun at Fellow Shinhwa Members Dongwan and Eric

March 1, 2014

On the March 1 broadcast of SBS Power FM’s “Escape at 2PM Cultwo Show,” Shinhwa’s Lee Minwoo, who recently made a comeback with “Taxi,” appeared as a guest. On the show, host Jung Chan Woo asked Minwoo why he had wanted to do the variety show “Daddy Where Are We Going?” after getting married, at which he said, “Shinhwa hasn’t gotten married yet. We thought it would be fun to have a joint wedding, then have all of our kids on stage with us. Even the thought of it is fun.”

Kim Tae Kyoon then asked Minwoo which member he thinks is going to get married first. Minwoo replied, “It’ll be Dongwan or Eric. Because they’re starting to get wrinkles.” Minwoo and his infallible logic.

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Are All the MCs of “Happy Together Season 3,” Except Yoo Jae Suk, Leaving the Show?

March 1, 2014

Recently, reports surfaced that the variety show “Happy Together Season 3” was planning to go through a major change.

According to a broadcast insider, a staff of the KBS variety show had carefully said that all the MCs, except for Yoo Jae Suk, were leaving the show as part of efforts to revamp the program. The reports described how the changes in MCs had been announced to the current hosts, Yoo Jae Suk, Park Myung Soo, Park Mi Sun, and Shin Bong Sun, in order to prepare them for their departure. A representative commented, “I know that the departing hosts will be recording their last episode soon.” Moreover, another representative said, “Park Myung Soo and Shin Bong Sun have been on ‘Happy Together‘ for seven years, while Park Mi Sun for six years. The staff and MCs all felt that there needed to be a change in the ‘Sauna Talk’ corner.”

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However, “Happy Together Season 3’s” camera producer, Jung Hee Sub, denied the news of the MCs’ departure. On March 1, the producer expressed to Sports Seoul, “It is true that we are deliberating on changing the format of the show. However, since we do not have an official decision, we will continue to go with the old format. Furthermore, the news about all the departure of all the MCs, expect for Yoo Jaesuk, is false.” With the clarification by the camera producer, it can be deduced that the MCs will not be leaving in the future.

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The KBS variety show first started back in 2001 with the MCs Shin Dong Yup and Lee Hyori. The show garnered much popularity, averaging weekly ratings of 20%. Yet currently, the third season of “Happy Together” is struggling with its ratings, recording an average weekly viewership of less than 10%.

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[Roundup] Soompi Weekly High Five – February Week 4

March 1, 2014

Worried you might have missed out any important news in the week of Korean entertainment? Get comfortable and ready to scroll as we go through the best news and articles of this week in music, drama, variety and fashion.

This is your Weekly High Five!

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[Recap] Saying Goodbye to “Man from the Stars”

Lordbordem’s Weekly Ramblings – Goodbye May Seem Forever and Like the End

Under the Radar – Pearl:K

I Heart It: K-Pop Instagrams (Feb. 16 – 22)

[Second Spin] Love! Love! Love! for CNBlue’s Underrated Tracks

That’s all for this week – What are your top 5 new stories?

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INFINITE Announces April Comeback!

March 1, 2014

INFINITE is ready to make waves in the music scene once again! The group has just unveiled the teaser announcing their comeback next month!

The boys just wrapped up their two day world tour encore concert, “One Great Step Returns,” last February 28 and March 1 at the Seoul Olympic Park where the teaser was first revealed. During the concert, the group unveiled three new songs; a new track from INFINITE H, a solo from Woohyun and a new subunit INFINITE F. The subunit consists of members L, Sungjong and Sungyeol. It has also been reported that INFINITE H will be making a comeback soon.

Are you guys excited for INFINITE’s comeback? Watch the teaser here and follow us on Soompi for more updates.

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Shinhwa’s Lee Minwoo Picks EXO as Group That Catches His Eye the Most

March 1, 2014

Shinhwa member Lee Minwoo recently picked EXO as the group he looks forward to seeing more from!

On March 1, Lee Minwoo made a guest appearance on SBS Power FM radio show, “Cultwo Show” in light of his comeback with, “Taxi.”

During the interview, DJ Jung Chan Woo first asked Lee Minwoo, “Among the artists that are active at the moment, who do you think would fit the ‘junior Lee Min Woo’ image?” Lee Minwoo seemed to have some struggle picking someone, so DJ Kim Tae Kyun rephrased the question. He asked Lee Minwoo instead, “Then who is the artist that stands out to you the most. Even if they’re not exactly ‘little Lee Min Woo’? A singer that makes you think, ‘This artist is really something.’”

Without hesitation, Lee Minwoo replied, “I’m expecting a lot from EXO. There are so many members in EXO. I’m looking forward to seeing how the members are assembled into unit groups and which ones will promote as solo artists too.”

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Girls Generation (SNSD) Leaving for Performance 'U-EXPRESS LIVE' in Japan - Mar 1, 2014 [PHOTOS]

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“Man From the Stars” Fashion: Cheon Song Yi’s Best Outfits

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Rain to Be Featured in 90-Minute Exclusive on Chinese Variety Show “Happy Camp”

March 1, 2014

On March 8, Rain will be featured in a 90-minute exclusive on one of China’s best TV programs, “Happy Camp,” which has been on the air for 17 years.

His appearance on “Happy Camp” came to be after his hugely popular appearance on the final live broadcast of Hunan TV’s audition program, “Super Boy.” Already, the tickets for the “Happy Camp” studio audience have sold out, and anticipation is running high for Rain’s appearance. On the show, he will be performing “30 Sexy” and “LA Song,” the two title tracks from his 6th album “Rain Effect,” for the first time in China.

A “Happy Camp” representative said, “We’ve put together various events for Rain on the show,” and expressed their confidence in bringing a new level of entertainment to the show.

In other news, not long after his appearance on “Happy Camp,” Rain will be holding his concert in China, the “2014 Rain Effect Show in Beijing,” on March 28.

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