Saturday 29 June 2013

Japanese Bank Releases U-KISS Visa Card

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Shut up and take my money!

U-KISS‘ management agency announced on June 14th that Mitsui Sumimoto Bank of Japan will be launching the U-KISS Visa card. The credit card will display a picture of the members on the front, and the holders will earn points, which they can use for buying promotional products of the group.

Mitsui Sumimoto Japan is one of the three biggest banks in the country, along with Mizuho Bank and Mistubishi UFJ. They’ve released collaboration credit cards with major Japanese artists in the past, such as Dreams Come True, Yoshiki of X JAPAN, L’Arc~en~Ciel, and Yazawa Eikichi. U-KISS is not the first K-pop artist to launch a collaboration credit card with the Japanese bank.

In other news, the group recently held concerts in South America and is preparing for their Japan Tour in July.

SOURCE: Yahoo! Malaysia



Friday 28 June 2013

Korean Drama and Kpop Stars Who Love Their Pets

Awwww sooo cute! Korean celebrities and their pets!!!

1. Singer Lee Hyori and her dog, Soon Shim.

2. Actor Jung Il Woo (Flower Boy Ramen Shop, 49 days, The Moon that Embraces the Sun) posing with his dog, Ahwoo.

3. Singer of girl group “Kara,” and Actress, Goo Hara (City Hunter), and her dog, Ang E in the first pic, and group mates dog, Chino in the 2nd.

4. Singer of boy group, “Super Junior,” and Actor, Kim Heechul with his cat, Heebum.

5. Singer of group JYJ and Actor, Jaejoong ( Protect the Boss, Time Slip Dr. Jin) with his cat, JiJi.

More Pet-licious Photos on the Next Page!

Pages: 1 2 3 4

Tags: 2PM, Boys Over Flowers, City Hunter, Goo Hye Sun, Jung Il-woo, Kim Hyun Joong, Korean Drama, Korean Pop, korean stars with pets, Kpop, Lee Min Ho, Park Min Young, Super Junior, The Moon That Embraces the Sun, U-Kiss


Thursday 27 June 2013

4Minute Cools Off from the Summer Heat in “Is It Popping?” MV

4Minute - Is It Popping

4Minute gets the party poppin’ in their latest MV!

On June 27th, 4Minute‘s official music video for “Is It Popping?“was released! “Is It Popping?” is a more subdued hip-hop version of the girls’ last hit single, “What’s Your Name?“. Both tracks were written and produced by well-known producer Brave Brothers, who has produced songs for numerous groups such as Sistar, U-Kiss, Jay Park, and more.

Is It Popping?” (also known by the title, “The Water’s Fine“), shows off 4Minute‘s playful side through their cute choreography and acting. The music video features the girls as they try to escape the rising heat of summer. While partying in a jungle-themed club, the girls cool off by playing around in a pool of water and dancing the night away under the activated sprinklers.

Check out the music video below!



’2011 MBC Gayo Daejaejun’, the most problematic year-end show of 2011?

The ’2011 MBC Gayo Daejaejun’ was an event greatly anticipated by K-Pop fans all over the world. However, when D-Day came on December 31st, fans and artists alike were disappointed by the outcome of the show.

The show’s performances were filled with a multitude of errors and problems, ruining the effect of the stages and wasting hours of rehearsals. The most noticeable mishaps arose during the performances of U-KISS, MBLAQ, Shin Moon Hee, SHINee, Wonder Girls, and 2PM.

Read more on Allkpop.

Tags: 2011 MBC Gayo Daejaejun, 2PM, Gayo Daejaejun, Hallyu, idols, Korea, Korean, Kpop, MBC, MBLAQ, Music, Shin Moon Hee, SHINee, U-Kiss, Wonder Girls


HyunA & Taeyang voted as the next Lee Hyori & Rain

Today’s hottest idol stars were asked who they thought would be best qualified to be the next Lee Hyori and Rain, two very iconic personalities in Hallyu.

Although there were a wide variety of opinions, 4minute‘s HyunA and Big Bang‘s Taeyang came out on top of the ranking.

Runner-ups included B2ST‘s Lee Kikwang, Jay Park, SNSD‘s Yuri, and G.NA.

This poll was especially interesting as members of Infinite, MBLAQ, U-KISS and B1A4 all actively voted for HyunA as the next Lee Hyori…

Read more at Allkpop.

Tags: 4Minute, B1A4, B2ST, Big Bang, G.NA, HyunA, Infinite, Jay Park, Korea, Korean, Kpop, Lee Hyori, Lee Kikwang, MBLAQ, Music, pop music, Rain, Taeyang, U-Kiss, Yuri


U-KISS members reveal their ideal types

On September 24th, MBC Everyone’s ‘Idol Week‘ will air a fun interview held with popular idol group U-KISS!

During the ‘Rewrite the idol profile’ corner, the U-KISS members revealed various sides to themselves that were rarely seen on variety shows. This included talking about their bodies, ideal types, and showing off their skills and impersonations.

The highlight of the episode revolved around the question, “Is there a female idol who embodies your ideal type?

Read more at AllKPop.

Tags: 2NE1, AJ, CL, Dongho, Hoon, Hyun Young, Idol Week, JiYeon, Korea, Korean, Kpop, MBC, MBC Everyone, miss A, Music, Suzy, T-ara, U-Kiss


Stars Pay Respect to Park Yong Ha

As we mentioned yesterday, the untimely death of Park Yong Ha has all of Hallyuwood distraught. Many famous faces attended his funeral services today to pay their last respects to the popular singer, actor, and friend, to many.

Those in attendance included the likes of: So Ji Sub, Song Seung Hun, Lee Byung Hun, Kim Haneul, Choi Ji Woo, Jang Hyuk, Bae Yong Joon, Se7en, Park Han Byul, DBSK’s Yunho, Shin Seung Hoon, Go Joo Won, Eugene, Park Hee Soon, Jung Jun Ha, Seo In Kook, Ryu SiWon, Kim Hyun Joo, Eru, Jung Il Woo, Cha Tae Hyun, Kim Min Jung, Kim Min Jong, Won Bin, Yoon Eun Hye, Kim Gyuri, Kangta, Kim Bum, Sean of JinuSean, C.N. Blue, SS501’s Kim HyungJoon and his brother, U-Kiss’ Kim KiBum, Gummy, Park Hyo Shin, Lee Yeon Hee, Kim Ji Hoon, Won Bin and more.

Tags: Bae Yong Joon, C.N. Blue, Cha Tae Hyun, Choi Ji Woo, Eru, Eugene, Go Joo Won, Gummy, Jang Hyuk, Jung Il-woo, Jung Jun Ha, Kangta, Kim Bum, Kim Gyuri, Kim Haneul, Kim Hyun Joo, Kim Hyung Joon, Kim Ji-hoon, Kim Kibum, Kim Min Jong, Kim Min Jung, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Yeon Hee, Park Han Byul, Park Hee Soon, Park Hyo Shin, Park Yong Ha, Ryu SiWon, Se7en, Sean of JinuSean, Seo In Kook, Shin Seung Hoon, So Ji Sub, Song Seung Hun, Won Bin, Yoon Eun Hye, Yunho, Won Bin


WBS K-POP STORM Live in Malaysia


SHINee will soon be appearing at the "WBS K-POP STORM Live in Malaysia" concert on November 6th! They will perform four of their hit songs live on stage as the headlining artist group.

Aside from SHINee, artists that will be present include U-Kiss, TEEN TOP, Block B, Girls Day, Dal Shabet, Nobrain, D-unit, and The Gwangdae, who will be singing three songs each.

Event organizers have answered a few frequently-asked questions on their official Facebook, shown below.

1. What is a visual show?
The special visual show is related Wbs open broadcasting. Singers will be on the stage. The name of the poster will be change with a new design and title. It shall be 'WBS Concert K-POP STORM Live In Malaysia'. We will put new poster as soon as possible.

2. SHINEE is really coming or not?
Answer: Yes! Yes! SHINEE is coming. They are already fixed their schedule to the concert. Don't worry about that. You can meet Shinee on 6, Nov.

3. Ticket price, seat and release and so on.
Answer: We will let you know more information about the ticket later.

The concert will take place in Kuala Lumpur's Sunway Lagoon Resort at 6:50 PM. Ticket sales will open October 10th on ticketcharge. Be sure to check out K-Pop Storm's event pageFacebook, and Twitter if you plan to attend!

Source: K-Pop Storm Facebook
Cr: joAnnwashere @ shineee.net 


M : kenvilthomas@kpopupdates.com



U-KISS releases “Remember” for ‘Syndrome’ OST

Idol group U-KISS has just released a new song for jTBC‘s medical drama, ‘Syndrome‘!

Remember” expresses the regret felt by a man who let his lover go. He didn’t appreciate her and fought with her over petty jealousy; now, however, he realizes what he’s lost and he can only hope that she would one day come back to him.

Read more on Allkpop.



2010 Incheon Korean Music Wave Red Carpet

It’s August 29th, and if you didn’t know, top K-Pop stars will be rocking Incheon tonight for the 2010 Incheon Korean Music Wave.

The concert, which is being held at the Incheon World Cup Stadium, will see a list of top acts like BoA, Se7en, Taeyang, KARA, Supernova, Super Junior, 2PM, SNSD, SG Wannabe, SHINee, U-Kiss, CNBLUE, MBLAQ, BEAST, Son Dambi, and After School. The concert will be hosted once again by the team of Oh Sang Jin, plus Yuri and Tiffany from SNSD.

Read more about the 2010 Incheon Korean Music Wave Red Carpet on allkpop.

Tags: 2010, 2PM, After School, BEAST, BoA, CNBLUE, concert, Incheon, Incheon Korean Music Wave, KARA, Korea, Kpop, MBLAQ, Music, Oh Sang Jin, performance, Se7en, SG Wannabe, SHINee, SNSD, Son DamBi, Super Junior, Supernova, Taeyang, Tiffany, U-Kiss, World Cup Stadium, Yuri


Monday 24 June 2013

4Minute Love Neon: Photo Teasers For “The Water Is Good”

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The 5 member girl group is staying in the spotlight.

On June 28th South Korean girl group 4Minute will be releasing a new digital single titled The Water Is Good. Their agency Cube Entertainment shared the teaser images for each member on their Twitter. While the girls wear comfortable and casual outfits, they pose in front of lighted neon displays. It’s totally 80s!

The Water Is Good is going to be a hip hop themed song that was produced by Brave Brothers. The producer also worked on the group’s What’s Your Name? single. Brave Brothers is an in demand producer in South Korea who has worked with Son Dam Bi, Brown Eyed Girls, Sistar, and U-KISS. Before starting his own record label he worked for YG Entertainment.

SOURCE: Cube Entertainment



Friday 21 June 2013

Philippines’ KFest 4 to have special participation of former U-Kiss member Alexander

Every year, Kpop fans in the Philippines look forward to KFest Manila Events Management‘s Kpop and Culture Fest, more commonly known as KFest. It is a whole day event filled with performances, contests, activities, raffles and so much more. This year, in its fourth instalment, a bigger and better KFest awaits fans.

Below are some of the activities and contests to look forward to:

  • Kfest Idol 2013 Singing and Dancing Competition
  • Kollaboration Cover Dance Contest
  • Fanclubs Fanchant Battle
  • K-drama and K-pop cosplay
  • Name that K-Drama OST
  • Trip to Seoul
  • K-pop Logo Quiz
  • Ulzzang contest
  • Eating contest
  • Milkis Drinking contest
  • The Kpop Star and I book launch
  • On Stage Dance Battle

Don’t miss out the chance to watch the special performance of Alexander! The former U-KISS member, now solo artist, expressed his excitement to see his Filipino fans again by tweeting, “Yup, finally going to see my dearest pinay fans soon~ Where’s my BEBOT?”. He also sent a video greeting to invite his fans.

There will also be loads of fan club, sponsor and merchandise booths and a food festival in the area. Don’t forget to save the date, July 28, 2013, at the Megatrade Hall 2 and 3 of SM Megamall. See you there!

Source: News and Image – Kpop and Culture Fest (1) (2) ; Video – Kpop and Culture Fest

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Wednesday 19 June 2013

List of KPOP Idols’ Instagrams!

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Within the past few years, the internet has been the gateway that connected Kpop idols with their fans. With the increasing use of social networking sites, fans are able to get a glimpse on the daily lives of their favorite groups. The perfect example would be Twitter, an international fan’s go-to source to receive the latest messages from Kpop stars. However, quite a few of these stars have also opened up their own Instagram accounts! Instagram is a photo-sharing application that enables people to upload photos, edit them with filters, and share them with others. From behind-the-scene photos of mv filmings/photoshoots, to selcas, to even photos of their lunch, Kpop stars are having a ball with Instagram!

Here at KpopConcerts, we have compiled a list of Kpop idols who have confirmed Instagram accounts. If you know of any other artist who has an Instagram account, feel free to post his/her username in the comments below, and we’ll add it to the list!

1TYM

  • @danny1177 –Danny

2AM

  • @2among – Seulong
  • @kwon_jo – Jokwon

2NE1

  • @haroobommi –Bom
  • @chaelin_cl –CL

2PM

  • @jun2dakay – Jun.K

4Minute

  • @kkwonsso_4M –Sohyun

After School

  • @superbek – Bekah (former member)
  • @imisskahi –Kahi (former member)

Aziatix

  • @nickylee1126 – Aziatix’s Nicky Lee
  • @jayflowsik – Aziatix’s Flowsik

B.A.P

  • @himchanxoxo – Himchan
  • @m_jup – Jongup
  • @realb2ng – Yongguk
  • @byzelo – Zelo

Beast

  • @yysbeast –Yoseob

Big Bang

  • @xxibgdrgn – G-Dragon
  • @seungriseyo – Seungri
  • @choihyun487 – T.O.P

BoA

Brian Joo

  • @brianjoomuzik

Brown Eyed Girls

  • @miryoakajohoney – Miryo

BTOB

  • @btobpeniel – Peniel

Crispi Crunch

  • @cheezy32 – Cheezy

Decipher

  • @deciphermusic

DMTN

  • @iam2dari – Dari

Dok2

  • @dok2gonzo

Drunken Tiger/Tiger JK

  • @drunkentigerjk

Dumfoundead

  • @dumbfoundead

Epik High

  • @blobyblo – Tablo

F(x)

  • @ajol_llama – Amber

Fresh Boyz

  • @cjxfresh – Ceejay

G.NA

  • @babyyykinz

Jang Geun Suk

  • @janggeunsuk

Jay Park

  • @jparkitrighthere

Jinusean

  • @jinusean3000 – Sean

Kara

  • @haraing – Goo Hara
  • @kkangjji_ – Jiyoung

Kim Sori

Mighty Mouth

  • @shorrymm – Shorry J

Miss A

  • @mjbaby0203 – Jia
  • @therealminnnn – Min

PSY

  • @psy_oppastyle

RANIA

  • @daraeda – Di
  • @jooyiyoo – Jooyi
  • @riko89 – Riko
  • @cemonne – Saem
  • @jangxia – Xia

SE7EN

  • @se7enofficial

SHINee

  • @bumkeyk – Key

SNSD

  • @watasiwahyo – Hyoyeon
  • @taeyeon_ss – Taeyeon
  • @yulyulk – Yuri

Son Dambi

Supreme Team

  • @simon_dominic – Simon D.

T-ARA

  • @cookiemonster3783 – Dani
  • @taraeunjung1212 – Eunjung
  • @hyominnn – Hyomin

TASTY

  • @thebigkidnextdoor – Daeryong

U-KISS

  • @u_kisseli – Eli
  • @yeohoonmin – Hoon

Untouchable

  • @jiggyaction – Action
  • @leepykim – Sleepy

Wonder Girls

  • @wg_lim – Lim

Yang Hyun Suk (YG CEO)



Thursday 13 June 2013

Gu Family Book Kiss Makes Netizens Jealous

Spoiler Alert! If you haven’t watched episode 17 of Gu Family Book yet, stop reading this!

In episode 17, Suzy and Lee Seung Gi’s characters had one of the best K-drama kisses! It was long, it was passion-filled, and Suzy not only moved, but she kissed back, and then when the kiss ended, she pulled him back in for more! Usually everyone waits for a kiss to happen and then when it does happen, the girl acts like a stunned statue unable to convey any emotion whatsoever, and if there is any emotion it’s that of a freighted cat making the whole kiss everyone waited 500 episodes for awkward.

Gu Kiss

But apparently, this kiss was just too much for netizens to handle. They’ve been complaining the kiss was way too long, and it made them too jealous. They also don’t understand why Suzy had to kiss him again. Really? Usually netizens complain about the leads not kissing enough, now they’re kissing too much. I guess they will never ever be satisfied with anything that goes on since they always find something to complain about. (-_-)

KrisE! @K_Kisses_KrisE



Wednesday 12 June 2013

Gu Family Book Kiss Makes Netizens Jealous

Spoiler Alert! If you haven’t watched episode 17 of Gu Family Book yet, stop reading this!

In episode 17, Suzy and Lee Seung Gi’s characters had one of the best K-drama kisses! It was long, it was passion-filled, and Suzy not only moved, but she kissed back, and then when the kiss ended, she pulled him back in for more! Usually everyone waits for a kiss to happen and then when it does happen, the girl acts like a stunned statue unable to convey any emotion whatsoever, and if there is any emotion it’s that of a freighted cat making the whole kiss everyone waited 500 episodes for awkward.

Gu Kiss

But apparently, this kiss was just too much for netizens to handle. They’ve been complaining the kiss was way too long, and it made them too jealous. They also don’t understand why Suzy had to kiss him again. Really? Usually netizens complain about the leads not kissing enough, now they’re kissing too much. I guess they will never ever be satisfied with anything that goes on since they always find something to complain about. (-_-)

KrisE! @K_Kisses_KrisE



MBLAQ, 4Minute, B1A4 and U-KISS to attend Korean Music Sensation in Thailand on July

It is undeniable that K-pop has been one of the most influential when it comes to music across Asia and around the globe. This time bringing four kpop groups to a neighboring country, MBLAQ, 4Minute, B1A4 and UKISS are ready to add more spice to the flavors of Thailand on July 13 (Saturday) for the ‘Korean Music Sensation Star With K-POP Live Vol. 1′.

The groups to perform at the concert have succeeded in their own promotions for this year. 4Minute had finished their promotions for What’s Your Name, uBEAT - the first sub-unit of UKISS debuted with Should Have Treated You Better, B1A4 with What’s Going On? and MBLAQ who recently made their comeback with Smoky Girl.

The event will be held at the Impact Arena Muang Thong Thani, where some of hallyu’s big names such as Super Junior, TVXQ, Girls Generation and Big Bang have held their major concerts beginning in 2008.

Check out the seating plan for the concert below with ticket prices ranging from 1,000 to 4,500 Thai Baht. Legends for ticketing schemes are also provided.

Make sure you don’t miss out on this event. You may purchase your tickets at the Thai Ticket Major website or go to their ticket outlets as public selling starts at 10am on June 10 (Sunday).

Penada Entertainment Co., Ltd. has been promoting and organizing events in Thailand for almost 15 years. For more information about Penada and its events, visit their official website.

Sources: [Photo and Ticketing Details] Thai Ticket Major (2)

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[News] Photo Gallery: U-KISS and U-Beat in Indonesia

[News] Photo Gallery: U-KISS and U-Beat in Indonesia
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International boy group U-KISS visited Indonesia, and unveiled their new sub-unit group U-Beat‘s song last month in April. Moments captured during their ticketed fanmeet.

M/s : kenvilthomas@kpopupdates.com


[News] miss A Suzy Leads the Way for Idol Artists, 'Singer to Actor'

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[News] miss A Suzy Leads the Way for Idol Artists, 'Singer to Actor'

The recent trend in idol artists' movement into the film industry looks to be in for a long haul. Why? K-pop idols can kill two birds with one stone: advertisement and ticket sales. In addition, foreign investment is readily available due to their enormous popularity overseas.

"Our Heaven" is the first idol-led film of the year. FTISLAND's Lee Hong Ki plays the main character. Also, 2PM's Junho's "The Watchers" and Big Bang's T.O.P's "Classmate" are coming soon. Girls' Generation's Yuri was recently cast for "No Blessing."

The trend from last year's hot streak of idol-led movies is sailing along. In 2012, miss A's Suzy, JYJ's Jaejoong, 2AM's Seulong, U-KISS Dong Ho and ZE:A's Dong Joon hit the big screens.

Before we delve into the forecast of this year's upcoming film, let us review the track records of last year's performances by various idols-turned-actors.

Seulong's "26 Years" recorded 2.9 million in attendance, Dong Ho's 'Don't Cry Mommy' 970,000, Dong Joon's 'Employee' 1.1 million, JYJ Jaejoong's 'Jackal' 210,000 and Suzy's 'Architecture 101' the highest 4.1 million.

The critics' reviews were every bit as various as their performances in the Box Office. Suzy's flawless in-character acting of a college freshman in 'Architecture 101' catapulted her acting career to a shrine reserved for mainstream movie stars. Seulong and Dong Joon got the nod as promising actors. JYJ Jaejoong showed a different side of him as a comical character, while Dong Ho became a hot issue with unnatural acting skills.

Due to the inexperience of idol artists in film, many of their first roles are not too different from their real-life persona like musicians and idols. That way, the pressure is relieved for the idols and the fans are less repulsive to the idols-turned-actors.

But it would not be right to downplay their bravery in jumping into the film industry just because they have chosen characters that are not entirely different from their own lives. Although they may be similar on the surface, the intricacies played out by the idols were quite novel and enlightening, to say the least. JYJ Jaejoong described the pain of dealing with paparazzis and diehard fans who intrude his home as well as an inappropriate relationship with an older sponsor behind closed doors.

There has been a great amount of criticism at idols-turned-actors for their unprepared transition into acting. But times have changed and we do not see as much ill-advised casting that result in disasters as we used to. Clearly, the idols who have decided to venture into the new territory of acting did so after much consideration and training. As long as the sincerity and the work ethic for acting go hand in hand, we will see more critically-acclaimed products from our idols-turned-actors.

M/s : kenvilthomas@kpopupdates.com



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