http://www.allkpop.com/index.php ALLKPOP.COM | The Latest Stories en allkpop Copyright 2009 2009-11-04T12:55:04+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/seriously_a_night_at_the_roxy/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/seriously_a_night_at_the_roxy/ The Roxy is one of the country's most legendary music venues that has paved the way for many music icons. We can't be more excited that Seriously will be joining the roster of famous acts who've graced the Roxy stage this Thursday, November 5! Chris, Nathan, Philip and Josh will be opening for The Cool Table, a live band that takes mash-ups to the next level. The boys have been practicing extra hard these days and will be performing many of their new songs! It's guaranteed to be an excellent evening in Hollywood! If you're not a fan already, Seriously's promo video should give you enough reason to come to the show! They are as musically talented as they are goofy! Join the allkpop staff at the show! We're giving away a free pair of tickets to one lucky reader. Email us at giveaway@6theory.com with your name and your email address by 5PM PST Wednesday, November 4. Winners will be notified 8PM PST. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased for only $10, contact snoh@chaostheorymusic.net to order. You can also buy tickets by walk-up, through Ticketmaster or by phone: (310) 278-9457 The Roxy Theatre 9009 West Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA Thursday, November 5, 2009 9:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. MySpace | Facebook | Twitter Celebrity Specials seriously, the roxy The Roxy is one of the country's most legendary music venues that has paved the way for many music icons. We can't be more excited that Seriously will be joining the roster of famous acts who've graced the Roxy stage this Thursday, November 5! Chris, Nathan, Philip and Josh will be opening for The Cool Table, a live band that takes mash-ups to the next level. The boys have been practicing extra hard these days and will be performing many of their new songs! It's guaranteed to be an excellent evening in Hollywood!

If you're not a fan already, Seriously's promo video should give you enough reason to come to the show! They are as musically talented as they are goofy!



Join the allkpop staff at the show! We're giving away a free pair of tickets to one lucky reader. Email us at giveaway@6theory.com with your name and your email address by 5PM PST Wednesday, November 4. Winners will be notified 8PM PST.



Pre-sale tickets can be purchased for only $10, contact snoh@chaostheorymusic.net to order. You can also buy tickets by walk-up, through Ticketmaster or by phone: (310) 278-9457

The Roxy Theatre
9009 West Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
Thursday, November 5, 2009
9:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.

MySpace | Facebook | Twitter]]> 2009-11-04T06:42:21+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/kang_ho_dong_has_to_wake_up_early_for_the_wonder_girls/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/kang_ho_dong_has_to_wake_up_early_for_the_wonder_girls/ Ahead of the Golden Fishery broadcast on 4th November starring the Wonder Girls and JYP, it was revealed that several firsts were achieved for this particular episode, which included host Kang Ho Dong waking up early on Wednesday morning for the recording. Besides being the first idol group on the show, the recording time was also shifted to early Wednesday morning. The recording usually takes place every Wednesday afternoon or at night. But for the Wonder Girls, the time was shifted to 7.30am on 28th October. The Wonder Girls thus became the first guests to set this record. The morning recording session was done to accomodate the busy overseas schedules of the Wonder Girls. After ending the near four hours of continuous filming, the girls headed straight for Incheon Airport for a flight to nearby Beijing, China for another event. The PD for the program expressed, "We changed the recording time to accomodate the Wonder Girls schedule. We thought of changing the date but Kang Ho Dong, Yoo Se Yun and All Band all had their respective schedules to attend to so it was quite impossible to organize it. I always felt that it would be easier to talk more frankly at night but the Wonder Girls were able to do that even thought it was early in the morning." Stay tuned to allkpop for the latest from the program. TV / Movies wonder girls, jyp, wondergirls, kang ho dong, golden fishery Golden Fishery broadcast on 4th November starring the Wonder Girls and JYP, it was revealed that several firsts were achieved for this particular episode, which included host Kang Ho Dong waking up early on Wednesday morning for the recording.

Besides being the first idol group on the show, the recording time was also shifted to early Wednesday morning. The recording usually takes place every Wednesday afternoon or at night. But for the Wonder Girls, the time was shifted to 7.30am on 28th October. The Wonder Girls thus became the first guests to set this record.

The morning recording session was done to accomodate the busy overseas schedules of the Wonder Girls. After ending the near four hours of continuous filming, the girls headed straight for Incheon Airport for a flight to nearby Beijing, China for another event.

The PD for the program expressed, "We changed the recording time to accomodate the Wonder Girls schedule. We thought of changing the date but Kang Ho Dong, Yoo Se Yun and All Band all had their respective schedules to attend to so it was quite impossible to organize it. I always felt that it would be easier to talk more frankly at night but the Wonder Girls were able to do that even thought it was early in the morning."

Stay tuned to allkpop for the latest from the program.]]> 2009-11-04T12:55:04+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/wonder_girls_and_mblaqs_thunder_cafe_mori_cf_teaser/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/wonder_girls_and_mblaqs_thunder_cafe_mori_cf_teaser/ We reported previously that the Wonder Girls had recently filmed a CF for Cafe Mori, during their short trip back home from America. This was their first full CF in Korea for a while and they were joined by MBLAQ's rising star, Thunder. In the teaser CF just released today, Thunder is seen browsing in the store when he chances upon some Cafe Mori products. As he touches them, Sohee comes over and touches his hand as the whole scene is transformed into a cafe with the other Wonder Girls' appearing. Stay tuned to allkpop for the next installment. Many thanks to AznLyLii for the tip and TheWonderWG for the video. Endorsements wonder girls, sohee, mblaq, cf, wondergirls, thunder, cafe mori CF for Cafe Mori, during their short trip back home from America.

This was their first full CF in Korea for a while and they were joined by MBLAQ's rising star, Thunder.

In the teaser CF just released today, Thunder is seen browsing in the store when he chances upon some Cafe Mori products. As he touches them, Sohee comes over and touches his hand as the whole scene is transformed into a cafe with the other Wonder Girls' appearing. Stay tuned to allkpop for the next installment.



Many thanks to AznLyLii for the tip and TheWonderWG for the video.]]> 2009-11-04T12:18:11+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/lee_bum_soo_is_dating_his_english_teacher/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/lee_bum_soo_is_dating_his_english_teacher/ Actor Lee Bum Soo (39) has admitted that he is in a stable relationship with OBS announcer and translator, Lee Yoon Jin (26) for almost a year now. The couple had met about a year ago when Lee Bum Soo realized the importance of English and he got to know Lee Yoon Jin, who had a major in the English language through an acquaintance. They started off as a teacher-student relationship, but love soon blossomed between them as they got to know each other better. Lee Yoon Jin also taught English to world star, Rain for 4 months back in 2008. Lee Bum Soo said on the 3rd, "I didn't want to publicize our relationship at first because my girlfriend was just a normal person and wasn't in the entertainment business. But with so much rumors about us being together, etc being bandied about in the press recently, it had affected her daily lifestyle as people kept asking about it. I thus decided to come clean and go public with our relationship to stop all the guessing." He concluded, "It was very difficult for us in maintaining our relationship as we always had to date in secret and avoid public places all the time. Now that it's out in the open, we can date freely and thus we are both very happy about it." General dating, love, lee bum soo, relationship, lee yoon jin Lee Bum Soo (39) has admitted that he is in a stable relationship with OBS announcer and translator, Lee Yoon Jin (26) for almost a year now.

The couple had met about a year ago when Lee Bum Soo realized the importance of English and he got to know Lee Yoon Jin, who had a major in the English language through an acquaintance. They started off as a teacher-student relationship, but love soon blossomed between them as they got to know each other better. Lee Yoon Jin also taught English to world star, Rain for 4 months back in 2008.

Lee Bum Soo said on the 3rd, "I didn't want to publicize our relationship at first because my girlfriend was just a normal person and wasn't in the entertainment business. But with so much rumors about us being together, etc being bandied about in the press recently, it had affected her daily lifestyle as people kept asking about it. I thus decided to come clean and go public with our relationship to stop all the guessing."



He concluded, "It was very difficult for us in maintaining our relationship as we always had to date in secret and avoid public places all the time. Now that it's out in the open, we can date freely and thus we are both very happy about it."
]]> 2009-11-04T12:00:13+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/which_korean_artist_would_you_hire_to_sing_at_your_wedding/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/which_korean_artist_would_you_hire_to_sing_at_your_wedding/ Korea is notorious for conducting a variety of WTF unique polls, of which "the celebrity who resembles a meerkat the most" and "the idol you want to share an umbrella with" has been included in the past. Among the 2722 people who participated in a recent poll held by music portal site Bugs, 863 of them showed a slight preference for 'ballad prince' Park Hyo Shin with 31.7% of the total votes as the singer who they wanted to ahve perform at their wedding. Having debuted a decade ago, Park Hyo Shin has been praised as one of the greatest and most talented singers in Korea and has swooned the public with his deep, husky vocals. Park Hyo Shin - After Love cr: CodeMonMonSeason4 Netizens commented, "With Park Hyo Shin's extraordinary vocals celebrating the special occasion, I think the wedding, too, will be extraordinary" and "If you have heard Park Hyo Shin's live, there is no other explanation needed." Trailing closely behind him was g.o.d member and solo artist Kim Tae Woo, who received 644 votes (24.4%). Kim Tae Woo - Love Rain cr: CodeMonMonSeason4 Netizens commented, "Kim Tae Woo's distinctive voice shines through his lovable and happy music" and "If the Kim Tae Woo who grasps the right emotions during performances and sings very well, then the mood of the ceremony will be great." Coming in third place was Wheesung, another exceptional solo artist who is currently promoting his 6th album 'Vocalate.' Wheesung - Trickling cr: CodeMonMonSeason4 Netizens commented, "If Wheesung was the wedding singer, I'd forget about my bridgegroom and drag Wheesung with me to escape from the wedding" and "Personally, I prefer R&B more than ballads so I would rather have Wheesung to sing at my wedding." Although he began his solo activities not too long ago, Fly To The Sky member Hwanhee, too, managed to smuggle his way into the poll at fourth place. Netizens commented, "I like Hwanhee because he is smooth and sexy" and "I want to hear Hwanhee's Late Confession as my wedding song." Ballad singers Shin Seung Hoon and Lee Seung Chul snagged fifth and sixth place respectively. Both of their popularity peaked around early to mid '90s; while the former is most popular for his song I Believe from My Sassy Girl OST, the latter experienced an explosive hit as a member of the Korean rock band Boohwal. Shin Seung Hoon - I Believe (starts at @2:03) cr: joakimh83 Lee Seung Chul - The Leprosy Song Because My Fingernails Came Off cr: rikkimargarette Music wheesung, hwanhee, park hyo shin, kim tae woo, lee seung chul, wedding singer, shin seung hoon the celebrity who resembles a meerkat the most" and "the idol you want to share an umbrella with" has been included in the past.

Among the 2722 people who participated in a recent poll held by music portal site Bugs, 863 of them showed a slight preference for 'ballad prince' Park Hyo Shin with 31.7% of the total votes as the singer who they wanted to ahve perform at their wedding.

Having debuted a decade ago, Park Hyo Shin has been praised as one of the greatest and most talented singers in Korea and has swooned the public with his deep, husky vocals.

Park Hyo Shin - After Love

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Netizens commented, "With Park Hyo Shin's extraordinary vocals celebrating the special occasion, I think the wedding, too, will be extraordinary" and "If you have heard Park Hyo Shin's live, there is no other explanation needed."

Trailing closely behind him was g.o.d member and solo artist Kim Tae Woo, who received 644 votes (24.4%).

Kim Tae Woo - Love Rain

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Netizens commented, "Kim Tae Woo's distinctive voice shines through his lovable and happy music" and "If the Kim Tae Woo who grasps the right emotions during performances and sings very well, then the mood of the ceremony will be great."

Coming in third place was Wheesung, another exceptional solo artist who is currently promoting his 6th album 'Vocalate.'

Wheesung - Trickling

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Netizens commented, "If Wheesung was the wedding singer, I'd forget about my bridgegroom and drag Wheesung with me to escape from the wedding" and "Personally, I prefer R&B more than ballads so I would rather have Wheesung to sing at my wedding."

Although he began his solo activities not too long ago, Fly To The Sky member Hwanhee, too, managed to smuggle his way into the poll at fourth place.

Netizens commented, "I like Hwanhee because he is smooth and sexy" and "I want to hear Hwanhee's Late Confession as my wedding song."

Ballad singers Shin Seung Hoon and Lee Seung Chul snagged fifth and sixth place respectively. Both of their popularity peaked around early to mid '90s; while the former is most popular for his song I Believe from My Sassy Girl OST, the latter experienced an explosive hit as a member of the Korean rock band Boohwal.

Shin Seung Hoon - I Believe (starts at @2:03)

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Lee Seung Chul - The Leprosy Song Because My Fingernails Came Off

cr: rikkimargarette]]> 2009-11-04T11:20:05+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/ivy_picks_goo_hara_as_the_prettiest_girl_group_member/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/ivy_picks_goo_hara_as_the_prettiest_girl_group_member/ Ivy has revealed her opinion about girl groups after returning to the music scene for the first time in 2 years. In an interview with Newsen, she said, "I saw Goo Hara on TV once and ever since, I've been so interested in her. She's so pretty like a doll. She could be called the second Amuro Namie. Wherever I go, I hear about Goo Hara. Because of that, I've been interested in her and not only does she have the looks, but she also has quirky talents. We've shared a practice room and I've seen her work really hard for practice. I was so surprised at how much effort she put into practice. She's a junior that has a great future ahead of her. I've been talking about her so much that I seem like I am a Goo Hara fan supporter." Ivy went on to talk about other girl groups, "When I was making a comeback on Inkigayo, I shared a dressing room with SeeYa and 4minute. Because I was with such young girls, I felt young again as well. As I watch girl groups, I learn a lot. Their pure passion is amazing. Only those girls can have something like that. I know there are a lot of girl groups with the same aim but I have a different one. I'm a solo artist and as a solo artist, I'm going to please fans with mature performances. Though they are amazing juniors, I won't lose to them." Sounds like Ivy is a bigger fan of girl groups than fan boys. Do you think she's capable of beating the girl groups for the number 1 spot? General kara, ivy, 4minute, seeya, inkigayo, goo hara, hara Ivy has revealed her opinion about girl groups after returning to the music scene for the first time in 2 years.

In an interview with Newsen, she said, "I saw Goo Hara on TV once and ever since, I've been so interested in her. She's so pretty like a doll. She could be called the second Amuro Namie. Wherever I go, I hear about Goo Hara. Because of that, I've been interested in her and not only does she have the looks, but she also has quirky talents. We've shared a practice room and I've seen her work really hard for practice. I was so surprised at how much effort she put into practice.

She's a junior that has a great future ahead of her. I've been talking about her so much that I seem like I am a Goo Hara fan supporter."

Ivy went on to talk about other girl groups, "When I was making a comeback on Inkigayo, I shared a dressing room with SeeYa and 4minute. Because I was with such young girls, I felt young again as well. As I watch girl groups, I learn a lot.

Their pure passion is amazing. Only those girls can have something like that. I know there are a lot of girl groups with the same aim but I have a different one. I'm a solo artist and as a solo artist, I'm going to please fans with mature performances. Though they are amazing juniors, I won't lose to them."

Sounds like Ivy is a bigger fan of girl groups than fan boys. Do you think she's capable of beating the girl groups for the number 1 spot?]]> 2009-11-04T08:59:59+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/a.n.jell_for_high_cut/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/a.n.jell_for_high_cut/ The 4 members of the fictitious pretty boy idol band, A.N.JELL of SBS's hit drama, "You're Beautiful," will be featured next on High Cut magazine. The theme of the photo-shoot was "Boys, Be Fabulous!" Although Jang Geun Suk, Park Shin Hye, Lee Hong Ki, and Jung Yong Hwa were dandy during the shoot, they were very stylish as well. The vintage monochrome picture (see header) especially convinces one to reminisce about the legendary band, The Beatles The members also shows off their 'tough guy look' while wearing the black leather jackets and clean suits. Not diggin the 'tough guy' look? No problem! The photoshoot also shows off their cute side. As you can see, they show the lovable and cute style while wearing simple clothes such as a vest with a small bow tie. The 10-page feature of A.N.JELL on High Cut Magazine will be out on 6th November and more will be revealed on the 11th through their online website. Eye Candy / Fashion jang geun suk, park shin hye, lee hong ki, high cut, a.n.jell, jung yong hwa, you're beautiful A.N.JELL of SBS's hit drama, "You're Beautiful," will be featured next on High Cut magazine.

The theme of the photo-shoot was "Boys, Be Fabulous!"

Although Jang Geun Suk, Park Shin Hye, Lee Hong Ki, and Jung Yong Hwa were dandy during the shoot, they were very stylish as well.

The vintage monochrome picture (see header) especially convinces one to reminisce about the legendary band, The Beatles The members also shows off their 'tough guy look' while wearing the black leather jackets and clean suits.

Not diggin the 'tough guy' look? No problem! The photoshoot also shows off their cute side. As you can see, they show the lovable and cute style while wearing simple clothes such as a vest with a small bow tie.



The 10-page feature of A.N.JELL on High Cut Magazine will be out on 6th November and more will be revealed on the 11th through their online website.]]> 2009-11-04T08:00:09+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/shin_dong_yup_facing_criminal_charges_for_fraud/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/shin_dong_yup_facing_criminal_charges_for_fraud/ Comedian Shin Dong Yup has been accused for the crime of fraud. De Chocolate E&TF, Shin's management company, stated today that they have notified the police of Shin's crime; he allegedly forged his contract with the company in favor of himself. This action is following a civil law suit by De Chocolate against Shin for the same contractual fraud he committed. Shin was to receive approximately $1 million from signing an exclusive contract with De Chocolate, however he forged the contract and changed the amount to $2 million. De Chocolate had sued Shin for other things as well. Shin allegedly did not report his income from other entertainment work to the company and kept it all to himself. De Chocolate has already begun to confiscate Shin's assets and is going for the rest through a law suit. Shin was once arrested and punished for usage of marijuana, which he had a hard time recovering from. Will he be able to rise up again after this time? Scandals / Issues shin dong yup, fraud, de chocolate ent, legal trouble Shin Dong Yup has been accused for the crime of fraud.

De Chocolate E&TF, Shin's management company, stated today that they have notified the police of Shin's crime; he allegedly forged his contract with the company in favor of himself. This action is following a civil law suit by De Chocolate against Shin for the same contractual fraud he committed. Shin was to receive approximately $1 million from signing an exclusive contract with De Chocolate, however he forged the contract and changed the amount to $2 million.

De Chocolate had sued Shin for other things as well. Shin allegedly did not report his income from other entertainment work to the company and kept it all to himself. De Chocolate has already begun to confiscate Shin's assets and is going for the rest through a law suit.

Shin was once arrested and punished for usage of marijuana, which he had a hard time recovering from. Will he be able to rise up again after this time?]]> 2009-11-04T07:58:57+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/fx_teaser_for_step_by_me/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/fx_teaser_for_step_by_me/ f(x) is really promoting hard this time around! After releasing their comeback track Chu~♡ just hours ago, they have released a new teaser for another track off their first full length album entitled, "Step by me." Check it out and let us know your thoughts! I'm excited about f(x)'s return, are you? Music fx, chocolate love, la cha ta, step by me, chu f(x) is really promoting hard this time around! After releasing their comeback track Chu~♡ just hours ago, they have released a new teaser for another track off their first full length album entitled, "Step by me."

Check it out and let us know your thoughts! I'm excited about f(x)'s return, are you?

]]> 2009-11-04T07:36:26+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/t-ara_on_fine_dining_nene_chicken/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/t-ara_on_fine_dining_nene_chicken/ T-ara has been on fire these days with various activities to finally prove themselves as the new girl group. But of course, there is one final stage you must take to be the true idol girl group - chicken endorsement. Yes, it seems rather odd to see young and skinny girls advertising on how they love those deep-fried chickens, but if groups like SNSD, Kara, and 4minute do it, I say why not? T-ara was selected as the second main model for NeNe Chicken alongside our number one MC, Yoo Jae Suk. Not only they strongly tempt the viewers to pick up their phone and place an order, they also throw in a little humor with its humorous concept of Yoo Jae Suk being a top chef for T-ara. He challenges himself on a mission to satisfy the picky appetites of these lovely girls with the best chicken around. Instead of actually making the chicken, the chef calls NeNe - the best in the world with its "non-frozen tenderness" that perfectly suits the ladies' fussy taste buds. A representative of NeNe stated, "To introduce our NeNe chicken that excels in both taste and quality, we chose the attracting T-ara and trustworthy Yoo Jae Suk." Be ready to drool for these tasty girls chickens. Thanks to Katana for the tip. Endorsements t-ara, yoo jae suk, tiara, nene chicken T-ara has been on fire these days with various activities to finally prove themselves as the new girl group. But of course, there is one final stage you must take to be the true idol girl group - chicken endorsement. Yes, it seems rather odd to see young and skinny girls advertising on how they love those deep-fried chickens, but if groups like SNSD, Kara, and 4minute do it, I say why not?

T-ara was selected as the second main model for NeNe Chicken alongside our number one MC, Yoo Jae Suk. Not only they strongly tempt the viewers to pick up their phone and place an order, they also throw in a little humor with its humorous concept of Yoo Jae Suk being a top chef for T-ara. He challenges himself on a mission to satisfy the picky appetites of these lovely girls with the best chicken around. Instead of actually making the chicken, the chef calls NeNe - the best in the world with its "non-frozen tenderness" that perfectly suits the ladies' fussy taste buds.



A representative of NeNe stated, "To introduce our NeNe chicken that excels in both taste and quality, we chose the attracting T-ara and trustworthy Yoo Jae Suk."

Be ready to drool for these tasty girls chickens.



Thanks to Katana for the tip.]]> 2009-11-04T07:30:56+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/kara_seungyeons_tearful_confession/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/kara_seungyeons_tearful_confession/ On an episode of Strong Heart, KARA's Han Seungyeon brought the whole studio to tears as she confessed the struggles she went through to help KARA get to where it is today. For the filming of this episode, just the title of Seungyeon's story, 'In order to protect Kara,' had all the guests curious about what our booty-shaking cutie had to share.However, the guests got teary-eyed as Seungyeon confessed, "Most people think I am a bright kid, because I am always smiling in front of the camera," then revealed the story with what KARA went through. Seungyeon shared the struggles she went through during her pre-KARA days, and started to cry as she revealed each struggle. For example, when ex-member Sunghee left the group, the remaining members, who hadn't been consulted, felt the hard blow. It was reported that Seungyeon could not even finish telling her story as she got too emotional. But she was soon able to collect herself and finished off by stating, "I was determined that I would do anything in order to protect KARA and to make our name known. I then started to work without any hesitation." Who knew that such a difficult struggle lied behind that sweet face... at least Seungyeon and the rest of KARA are quite successful today, and Seungyeon's efforts haven't gone to waste. Many thanks to toebeast for the video. Music kara, seungyeon, strong heart, han seungyeon Strong Heart, KARA's Han Seungyeon brought the whole studio to tears as she confessed the struggles she went through to help KARA get to where it is today.

For the filming of this episode, just the title of Seungyeon's story, 'In order to protect Kara,' had all the guests curious about what our booty-shaking cutie had to share.However, the guests got teary-eyed as Seungyeon confessed, "Most people think I am a bright kid, because I am always smiling in front of the camera," then revealed the story with what KARA went through.

Seungyeon shared the struggles she went through during her pre-KARA days, and started to cry as she revealed each struggle. For example, when ex-member Sunghee left the group, the remaining members, who hadn't been consulted, felt the hard blow.

It was reported that Seungyeon could not even finish telling her story as she got too emotional. But she was soon able to collect herself and finished off by stating, "I was determined that I would do anything in order to protect KARA and to make our name known. I then started to work without any hesitation."

Who knew that such a difficult struggle lied behind that sweet face... at least Seungyeon and the rest of KARA are quite successful today, and Seungyeon's efforts haven't gone to waste.



Many thanks to toebeast for the video.]]> 2009-11-04T07:08:49+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/who_is_this_adorable_baby/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/who_is_this_adorable_baby/ Due to a Mnet show being produced about a certain celebrity, their childhood photos have surfaced as of late and they've been a hot topic among netizens. Can you guess who this cute toddler is? Whoa whoa, child! This picture makes it reeeally obvious who it is.... AND WHO THE HECK IS THAT BABY IN THE CORNER ROFL ....Here are a few hints: she's recently made a comeback, she was once a formidable competitor for the title of "Sexy Queen" against Lee Hyori, and she's suffered through a sex tape scandal. If you haven't guessed who she is yet, the photos are those of none other than Ivy herself! And the sexy queen really seems to be enjoying her comeback, since she has said "I feel so alive because I'm able to sing and perform once again," and "I'm really happy right now and this time is a really precious time for me." As for the show, Mnet is broadcasting a two-part show about Ivy's "comeback story"; the first part is set to air sometime today in Korea, and the second part is due to air on the 11th. At any rate, we wish the best of luck to Ivy, who is taking the stage after a long 2-year hiatus. ...And remember to check back at allkpop for your latest k-pop news! TV / Movies ivy
Can you guess who this cute toddler is?



Whoa whoa, child!



This picture makes it reeeally obvious who it is.... AND WHO THE HECK IS THAT BABY IN THE CORNER ROFL






....Here are a few hints: she's recently made a comeback, she was once a formidable competitor for the title of "Sexy Queen" against Lee Hyori, and she's suffered through a sex tape scandal.

If you haven't guessed who she is yet, the photos are those of none other than Ivy herself! And the sexy queen really seems to be enjoying her comeback, since she has said "I feel so alive because I'm able to sing and perform once again," and "I'm really happy right now and this time is a really precious time for me."

As for the show, Mnet is broadcasting a two-part show about Ivy's "comeback story"; the first part is set to air sometime today in Korea, and the second part is due to air on the 11th. At any rate, we wish the best of luck to Ivy, who is taking the stage after a long 2-year hiatus.

...And remember to check back at allkpop for your latest k-pop news!]]> 2009-11-04T06:00:56+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/2ne1s_minzy_shows_some_skin/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/2ne1s_minzy_shows_some_skin/ 2NE1's maknae Minzy (Gong Minji) released a photo of herself showing a good amount of skin, and it is HOT. Although she is short in stature, her S-line is prominent and already highly developed. Her sexy body coupled with her cute baby face makes for an orgasmic nice selca. Minzy stated, "Hi everyone! Did you vote for the upcoming MAMA awards on November 21? Coming up on MAMA! MINZY... GO GET' EM... Step right up." Blackjacks commented, "Her figure is too good," "She's so skinny," "Such a cute face, but such a sexy figure," "Cuteness and hotness put together." With SM boycotting MAMA and the Wonder Girls off promoting in the US, it looks like YG is poised to take over this year's awards. Eye Candy / Fashion 2ne1, hot, minzy, selca, abs, gong minji 2NE1's maknae Minzy (Gong Minji) released a photo of herself showing a good amount of skin, and it is HOT.

Although she is short in stature, her S-line is prominent and already highly developed. Her sexy body coupled with her cute baby face makes for an orgasmic nice selca.

Minzy stated, "Hi everyone! Did you vote for the upcoming MAMA awards on November 21? Coming up on MAMA! MINZY... GO GET' EM... Step right up."

Blackjacks commented, "Her figure is too good," "She's so skinny," "Such a cute face, but such a sexy figure," "Cuteness and hotness put together."

With SM boycotting MAMA and the Wonder Girls off promoting in the US, it looks like YG is poised to take over this year's awards.]]> 2009-11-04T05:15:03+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/t-aras_ji_yeon_cameos_for_highkick_through_the_roof/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/t-aras_ji_yeon_cameos_for_highkick_through_the_roof/ T-ara just can't quit loving High Kick Through the Roof! After having a less-than-a-minute appearance for today's episode, T-ara's resident beauty, Jiyeon is set to show up again. This time, she's actually going to act! Jiyeon will be playing a role of a typical schoolgirl who falls in love at first sight with Joon Hyuk (Yoon Si Yoon), but gets coldly rejected. Well, she probably shouldn't be called "typical." After all, she was the one who brutally murdered people with bare hands in her previous drama, MBC's Hon. Her talents in acting had received much applause from the viewers, despite the fact that she was a relatively new idol who had recently begun her acting career. The episode where she makes an appearance in will air on the 10th of November. TV / Movies t-ara, hwang jung eum, jiyeon, high kick through the roof, yoon si yoon T-ara just can't quit loving High Kick Through the Roof! After having a less-than-a-minute appearance for today's episode, T-ara's resident beauty, Jiyeon is set to show up again. This time, she's actually going to act!

Jiyeon will be playing a role of a typical schoolgirl who falls in love at first sight with Joon Hyuk (Yoon Si Yoon), but gets coldly rejected. Well, she probably shouldn't be called "typical." After all, she was the one who brutally murdered people with bare hands in her previous drama, MBC's Hon.

Her talents in acting had received much applause from the viewers, despite the fact that she was a relatively new idol who had recently begun her acting career.

The episode where she makes an appearance in will air on the 10th of November.





]]> 2009-11-04T05:12:16+00:00 http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/super_juniors_leeteuks_sister_to_make_her_movie_acting_debut/ http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/super_juniors_leeteuks_sister_to_make_her_movie_acting_debut/ It seems like we can add another pair of entertainers to the list of sibling celebs, because SuJu leader Leeteuk's older sister, Park In Young, has announced her movie acting debut. For those of you who think that she's a familiar face, you're right - she was on MBC's "Introducing The Friends of Stars - Stars' Family Special" last January with her younger brother, and she received the title of "ulzzang"; she also had the lead role for the hit Korean musical, "New Boing Boing" (뉴보잉보잉). For her debut, noona Park In Young has been casted for the movie "Balloon", which An Chul-Ho will be directing. She will be playing the role of Saemi, who is a woman in her 20s experiencing her first love. I don't know about you guys, but I'm definitely happy about news about a new actress debuting for a change. Keep checking back to Allkpop for more updates, and best wishes to Park In Young on her big-screen debut! TV / Movies leeteuk, balloon, park in young SuJu leader Leeteuk's older sister, Park In Young, has announced her movie acting debut.

For those of you who think that she's a familiar face, you're right - she was on MBC's "Introducing The Friends of Stars - Stars' Family Special" last January with her younger brother, and she received the title of "ulzzang"; she also had the lead role for the hit Korean musical, "New Boing Boing" (뉴보잉보잉).

For her debut, noona Park In Young has been casted for the movie "Balloon", which An Chul-Ho will be directing. She will be playing the role of Saemi, who is a woman in her 20s experiencing her first love.

I don't know about you guys, but I'm definitely happy about news about a new actress debuting for a change. Keep checking back to Allkpop for more updates, and best wishes to Park In Young on her big-screen debut!
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