Archive for August 8th, 2012
PSY to meet up with Justin Bieber's agency officials following "Summer Stand" concert
"Gangnam Style" has certain gotten a grip on the world. Recently, PSY was reported to have received a love call from Justin Bieber's agency in the U.S, Island Records.While nothing has been decided regarding PSY's official debut in America, it has been confirmed that PSY is set to fly out to the United States and meet with local officials later this month.According to YG Entertainment on August 8th, PSY is set to hold his "Summer Stand" concert on the 11th. He will then fly out to the United States
Added poster for the upcoming Korean movie “Spy”
Added poster for the upcoming Korean movie "Spy" (2012)Directed by Woo Min-hoWith Kim Myeong-min, Yeom Jeong-ah, Yoo Hae-jin, Byeon Hee-bong, Jeong Kyeo-woon, Jeong Man-sik,...SynopsisKim Myeong-min (39) is Agent Kim, a family man who lives a happy and contented life with his wife and two children. He is disguised as a manager in a company that sells fake viagra imported from China. Together with his three comrades, Agent Kang (Yeom Jeong-ah, 39), Agent Woo (Jeong Kyeo-woon, 29) and Adviser Yoon (Byeon Hee-bong, 70), Agent Kim was sent to South Korea 10 years ago for a special mission
Jang Geun Suk Tweets Support Message for Hip-hop Group Phantom
Jang Geun Suk has shown a support message for hip-hop group Phantom‘s newly released song, “Seaweed Soup.” On August 6, Jang Geun Suk tweeted, “Wow this ‘Seaweed Soup’ song has kindly been released just in time for Asia Prince’s birthday carnival. Phantom hyungs’ song goes so well in the morning,” along with a photo of Phantom’s album cover. Phantom’s new song “Seaweed Soup” is about a man who forgot his lover’s birthday and promises to cook her a great seaweed soup
Updated cast and images for the upcoming Korean movie “Young Gun in the Time” , discover the South Korean cinema and drama diversity
Updated cast and images for the upcoming Korean movie "Young Gun in the Time" (2012)Directed by Oh Young-DooWith Choi Song-hyeon, Hong Young-Guen, Ha Eun-jeong, Oh Young-Doo, Jang Youn-Jung, Bae Yong-geun,... MoreSynopsisAn evil organization has plotted to snatch the time machine! In an unexpected turn of events, a detective Young Gun get caught up in a fight over time machine. An action-packed sci-fi movie of a detective with a bullet-spewing artificial gun arm kicks ass, leaping through time.Release date in Korea : 2012/08/30 More
Shinhwa, Block B, Baek Jiyoung, and Jang Woohyuk participate in charity concert
Soloist Baek Jiyoung, rapper Jang Woohyuk, time-honored idols Shinhwa, and newcomers Block B will all be cooperating to bring "2012 Big 4 Concert Season 2" to life. This event will be taking place this Saturday on August 11th in the Jeonju Sports Complex at 8PM KST. A percentage of the profits from the concert will go towards the aid of youth centers and family shelters in need. The event will be bringing all of these artists together to try and inspire hope for those in need with the participation of all the acts and donations to the charities
BEAST holds 2nd fan meeting in Japan + announces Japan tour
On August 9th, Japanese news media Sankei Sports reported that popular Korean group BEAST held their 2nd fan meeting in Japan at the Saitama Super Arena on the 8th. It has been over a year since their last fan meeting with Japanese fans.On that day, the members of BEAST were seen dressed in Olympic colors, and sung their debut Japanese single, "Shock," as well as the tracks, "Beautiful Night" and "It's Not Me" for a total of 12 tracks performed in front of 30,000 fans.Meanwhile, BEAST revealed to fans at their fan meeting that they will undergo a short Japan tour starting October 11th in Sapporo
JYJ's Jaejoong shares his thoughts on potentially winning a newcomer award for "Dr. Jin"
Although JYJ’s Jaejoong has already been a singer in the entertainment industry for nine years, he is still relatively new to the world of acting. In fact, his most recent drama, “Dr. Jin,” is only his second drama project and first historical drama. However, despite having not had much experience with acting, Jaejoong still impressed viewers with his outstanding portrayal of his complex character in “Dr. Jin.”As a result, because of his impressive acting, Jaejoong has become a favorite in winning the newcomer award at the MBC drama awards ceremony later this year
Korean movies opening today 2012/08/08 in Korea
Korean movies opening today 2012/08/08 in Korea "The Grand Heist", "I Am a King" and documentary "Emperor Penguins Peng-yi and Som-yi" "The Grand Heist" (2012)Directed by Kim Joo-hoWith Cha Tae-hyeon, Oh Ji-ho, Min Hyo-rin, Lee Chae-yeong, Seong Dong-il, Ko Chang-seok,...SynopsisThe Chosun version of "Ocean's Eleven" about thieves wiping out an ice storehouse during the plots for authority that took 3 years to produce. Being looked at the greatest hit to come in the year 2012, the cast includes actors and actresses of all ages such as Cha Tae-hyeon, Oh Ji-ho, Seong Dong-il
Idols and Endorsements: the More, the Merrier?
Ever since their “Alone” promotions and the recent success of “Loving U,” Sistar has been on the screen not only for music shows, but as endorsers for a variety of products. Their new status is set to guarantee them a place in everyone’s heart for the time being. While this is just a side-effect of idoldom, it provides another medium through which artists can stay relevant. Ko So-young was the image of different companies despite not appearing for about five years in a movie or drama and she was currently cast in To the Beautiful You





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