[TRANS] 110204 ‘Multitalented Idols’ JYJ, What Are Their Acting Plans For 2011?

JYJ’s Kim Jaejoong has recently become the center of attention when it was uncovered that he’s being considered for a role in the drama ‘HanBanDo’ with top actors like Jang Dong Gun and Ha Jiwon. According to a representative of JYJ, not only will Kim Jaejoong be acting this year, but Park Yoochun and Kim Junsu will also take a stab at acting as well.

First up is Kim Jaejoong, who is a strong candidate for the drama ‘HanBanDo’ and one who acted in the drama ‘Sunao Ni Narenakute’ with famous Japanese actors such as Eita and Ueno Juri. Having built his foundation through the movie and drama he has appeared in as an actor, Kim Jaejoong is a rising star full of potential who is catching the eyes of drama representatives. A JYJ spokesperson stated, “Jaejoong is getting many love calls from production companies who have been keeping an eye on him as he has been gaining more experience in acting,” and “Many scenarios have come in, for movies and for drams. He has been receiving great offers in the drama genre so he is carefully considering his options. There is a high possibility that he will greet viewers through a drama in the later half of this year.“

Park Yoochun, who successfully transformed into an actor through his role in the KBS drama ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal’ last year, is also planning to tackle a drama this year. The representative stated, “He has been receiving countless love calls after his role in ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal’,” and “As his first work was a historical drama, he is waiting for a new drama in which he can show a different kind of charm. Viewers will be able to see Yoochun in a drama, at the latest, in the second half of this year.”

Park Yoochun took the role of ‘Lee Seon Joon’ in the drama ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal’ and was praised for his acting, which was much more sophisticated than that of other rookies. As a result, he received three trophies at the 2010 KBS Drama Awards and proved his enormous potential as an actor.

Kim Junsu, who began performances for the musical ‘Tears of Heaven’ on February 1st, is planning to continue his remarkable activities on stage. The representative stated, “Though he is receiving offers for dramas and movies as well, Junsu wishes to and is planning on continuing his activities as a musical actor,” and “He has already proved his immense ticket power as well as his acting skills through various performances. Right now, his focus is to finish ‘Tears of Heaven’ well. He may greet audiences once more through a different musical in the second half of this year.”

Like so, JYJ are planning to be extremely active this year, branching out into the field of acting while continuing their careers as musicians. As all three have proved their potential, representatives of the industry believe that they will be as flawless as actors as they are as singers.

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[NEWS] 101029 Various idols rated by their acting skills

Nowadays, it’s quite difficult to find a drama without an idol star in it. Thus a new term was coined: ‘actingdol’. Of course, idol stars are a good way to bring in decent ratings. However, these idols also are closely scrutinized and criticized for their lack of acting ability.

Sports Seoul gathered 3 Content Producers from the major broadcast channels in addition to various film industry representatives to determine which ‘actingdols’ were the best, according to acting ability, potential growth, and drama ratings. The males who came out on top were Lee Seung Gi and Micky Yoochun. Out of the females, Nam Gyuri did the best.

Lee Seung Gi and Micky Yoochun – Acting Ability. Box-Office hit. 1st and 2nd Place.

Through SBS ‘My Girlfriend is a Gumiho‘, Lee Seung Gi came out on top and got the highest rating for acting ability (4.2/5) . Yoochun’s debut drama was KBS2 ‘Sungkyunkwan Scandal’, where he managed a rating of ‘4′ for his first attempt at acting. Also, SBS ‘You’re Beautiful‘’s Lee Hongki (FT Island) received a rating of 3.4 while SBS ‘Oh My Lady‘’s Choi Siwon (Super Junior) received a 3.2 rating. Nam Gyuri was rated 3.4 for her role in SBS ‘Life is Beautiful’.

KBS CP Moon Bohyun, stated, “I like Micky Yoochun because he’s not a regular flower boy. Although he lacks in acting experience, one can still see his charisma as an actor.”

Across the board most of the people rated high for potential growth, but the opposite was true for Tara’s Jiyeon and Kim Hyun Joong. For MBC ‘Playful Kiss‘ Kim Hyun Joong received a mark of 4 in the category for drama ratings. However for potential growth he ranked behind both Choi Siwon and Nam Gyuri, with a 3.4 mark. Jiyeon placed the highest for drama ratings but the lowest for potential growth (2.7).

SBS CP Choi Moonseok commented, “Although I’m not sure about supporting roles, out of the current ‘actingdols’, there isn’t anyone with enough potential to become a leading lady. Performing on stage and being pretty is extremely different from being a good actress.”

Who do you think the best ‘actingdols’ are?

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[TRANS] 101026 Yoochun Is A Good Example Of Idol Turned Actor

Yoochun is starring in the KBS2 drama “SungKyunKwan Scandal.” People related to the drama gave their verdict, saying “This is definitely a good example of an idol turned actor”

Acting as the main character Lee Seon Joon, Yoochun is now doing activities both as a singer and an actor, and is working on a hard schedule. However, despite his idol background advantage, the way he has thrown himself into the production has raised voices of approval from the staff.

A person from the “SungKyunKwan Scandal’s” production team said , “For about three months before the shoot, Yoochun underwent intensive acting lessons, and crammed in the basics, and also had great enthusiasm in learning from the actual filming location. Even as we enter the final stages of the shoot, he is giving his all for each and every cut.”

The drama’s chief producer Gwak Ki Won said, “Yoochun took this on with a hardworking, honest attitude, and this led to him receiving a good assessment. His ability to focus is so great, to the extent that I think it would be good if he could be a full-fledged actor,” evaluating Yoochun. Also, production company Raemong Raein representative Kim Dong Rae too, said “He has shown us acting skills beyond our expectations, and there is a high chance that he will become an even better actor from now on.” Following other idols turned actors that enjoy high popularity such as Eric (Mun) and Yoon Gae Sang, we look forward to seeing more of Yoochun in the future.

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[NEWS] 100916 Professional critics rank the ‘Top 5 Best and Worst Idols’

Korean website 100Beat is receiving a lot of attention for their recent article on the “5 Best and Worst Idols over the past 10 years”, and we’re bringing it straight to you.

The hottest topic of the Korean music industry over the past few years has been none other than the ‘idol fever’ sweeping the market. With previous years being taken over by boy bands, the past 10 years of the music market have been dominated by both group and soloist idols.

Which idols are the best? Which idols are the worst? With the emergence of H.O.T as the initial marking point of the trend, five individual teams were chosen to compile entries for both the best and the worst categories.

Those that participated in the survey include 20 professional critics, such as music magazine editor-in-chiefs, journalists, and broadcast writers. All of them participated in a discussion meeting with ‘100 BEAT‘ in order to come up with the following list.

<”BEST 5″>

1. BoA
2. SNSD
3. Big Bang
4. S.E.S
5. TVXQ / DBSK

BoA has topped the list, having debuted 10 years ago at the age of 14. She’s become the model of detailed planning and success. Maybe it’s because she was produced with the foresight and future planning of penetrating the overseas market, but her music itself was trendy with very little flaws. Her agency created a system that worked positively in BoA’s case, making her first footsteps the standard planning of all subsequent idols. She was also one of the first female idols to blow away the image of being a ‘passive’ woman, making sexist phrases like, “The right and wrong of women are covered behind men,” a thing of the past.

SNSD, who is now regarded as a cultural phenomenon, has taken second. SNSD was able to make those that turned away from the TV screens return with anticipation for their next stunt. Kim Jungwee mentioned, “They’ve even made ‘rock kids’ be able to confidently say that they like idols.”

Big Bang was able to garner attention as well, considering they’re a fresh group and unlike any other idol before them; consequently they’ve gathered a strong fanbase (VIP’s). If SNSD possess the ‘uncle fans,’ Big Bang has the ‘older sister fans.’ One such older sister, Lee Hoyoung, commented, “Their strength lies in the fact that each individual member came together to make a harmonious team, despite having their own talents and interests. Not only that, but they are also strong on their own as well.”

And despite much time having been passed since the era of S.E.S, they are still remembered as ‘the’ model for girl groups, earning their place in fourth. Critic Kim Bonghyun stated, “S.E.S is one of the first idols that successfully accomplished both image and music.” Their competition with Fin.K.L showed the market the effects of competition between stars – much like how the competition between the Wonder Girls and SNSD opened doors for yet a newer generation of girl groups.

In the fifth spot is none other than TVXQ / DBSK. Choi Jisun elaborated on TVXQ’s ranking by stating, “TVXQ works in correspondence with the needs of each new generation. They’re an example of a successful entrance into the Japanese market and a group that has made the Hallyu wave something meaningful.”

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[TRANS] The province where idol stars come the most from?

Which place is the place where the South Korean stars have come from the most?

On Mnet ‘MCountdown MDC News’ they revealed where the recently known stars were born.

On the past 9th in the broadcast of MCD NEWS if you follow it, Busan is the place where most of the stars were born. Supreme Team’s Simon D, CNBlue’s Jung Yong Hwa, After School’s Lizzy but also 2NE1′s Sandara Park and MBLAQ’s Thunder who have grown up in the Philippines are also from Busan.

A lot of stars also came from Gwangjoo like Busan: DBSK’s U-Know Yunho, Big Bang’s Seungri, KARA’s Goo Hara, 2NE1′s Gong Minzy etc… Seungri was especially known in his place before debut for his dancing skills.

There are also eye catching stars in the Daegu and Jeonju place. In broadcasts there is 2PM’s Junsu and SHINee’s KEY who uses their hometown dialects and we can see that they are from the Jeonju province.

SNSD’s Taeyeon and Rainbow’s Noeul are also from the Jeonju province, they were friends since primary school.

Out of this, MBLAQ’s Mir is from Jeonnam Jangsung, DBSK’s Hero Jaejoong is from GongJu, Super Junior’s heechul who has an eye catching Western European appearance is from the Kangwondo province.

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[INFO] Idol’s Performance Fees

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[NEWS] K-pop idol Micky flies solo in drama

Torn and bruised by a series of events involving a legal battle with his agency, K-pop idol Micky ― one-fifth of the near-disbanded boy band TVXQ ― put in a confident if somewhat close-mouthed press appearance for his major acting debut in KBS’ “Seonggyungwan Scandal” on Tuesday.

“Who wouldn’t feel pressure when starting something new?” Micky, a.k.a. Park Yoo-chun, said fielding comparisons between him and other TVXQ chums that have been making the pop idol-acting crossover.

Park, Hero and Xiah filed a lawsuit against S.M. Entertainment over their 13-year contract last July, but the court’s ruling in partial favor of the trio turned out to be little more than the calm before the storm for the boy wonder.

In April, S.M. filed a court objection to the trio’s injunction and in July slapped a suit on the head of a cosmetics company that the three members had invested in. The latter was in response to a defamation suit filed by the company against S.M.’s CEO. S.M. was cleared of all charges in May.

To add insult to injury, Park’s manager was accused of assault in late July.

Unfazed, it seems, by the brouhaha, Park jumped on board as the lead for the upcoming period piece; a move that will either prove fortuitous or rash.

TVXQ leader U-Know’s small screen debut in MBC’s “No Limit” crashed and burned, bringing in abysmal ratings; not a good harbinger for Park and for member Max who awaits his fate with the drama “Paradise Ranch.” Meanwhile, member Xiah took a safer route through the musical “Mozart!” and Hero pulled off an award-winning performance in a Japanese drama.

Park’s paltry acting experience (primarily through variety show skits and a boy band-pushing TV drama film) will most likely cast doubt on his ability to pull off this hefty role. Both director Kim Won-seok and co-star Song Joong-ki, however, expressed their faith in Park.

“He has a good voice for acting and is attractive-looking,” said Kim, who cemented Park’s reputation as a budding action star by announcing that Park had level three taekwondo skills and that he “hardly used a stunt double.”

Kim then said: “He will surprise you with his slapstick comedy. He is good.”

“I cannot say that I didn’t have prejudices about idols or singers who act, (Park) included,” said co-star Song. “(But) he really tries hard. It is touching.”

Will Park’s efforts pay off?

There is no guarantee that Park will produce a persuasive portrayal of the conceited, self-indulgent, blue blood Joseon Dynasty scholar Lee Seon-joon; especially when the singer admits that he himself lacks the anal tendencies of his character.

“My personality is somewhat open and free,” the 24-year old said. “But the hidden sense of pressure (my character feels) is similar. I can relate to that.”

His ability to tune into the darker side of Lee could add depth to the romantic, gender-bender series.

Based on a novel, “Seonggyungwan Scandal” ― as its name suggests ― unfolds at the Joseon Dynasty’s premier educational institution, Seonggyungwan.

Believed to be established during the Goryeo Dynasty as Gukjagam in 992, the institute was re-christened Seonggyungwan in the early 1300s.

There the male progeny of high-ranking officials and aristocrats prepared for the state examination “gwageo” and were trained for government service work. Alumni include famed scholar Yi Hwang (1501-1570), a.k.a. Toegye whose face currently decorates the 1,000 won note.

The drama, however, exhibits no pedantic pretensions.

The school, in essence, serves as a vehicle for a “Twelfth Night”-esque plotline, where a ballsy female (played by “Princess Ja-Myung” actress Park Min-young) masquerades as a man to enter Seonggyungwan in her sickly brother’s stead. There she encounters fellow student Lee Seon-joon (Park Yoo-chun) and a romance blossoms.

The male-only school backdrop also allowed for the inclusion of a bevy of good-looking actors, providing plenty of eye candy for female viewers.

“Seonggyungwan Scandal,” however, promises to be more than just a frilly, one-note rom-com.

“The piece will bring out the romance, the melodrama and the slight raciness of the tale while also highlighting how these youngsters perceive society and how they mature,” said director Kim, assuring the press that the series would dramatize actual aspects of the Joseon Dynasty institute.

In the meantime, cast and staff members can benefit from Park Yoo-chun’s loyal fans. According to co-star Park Min-young, hundreds of fans visit the set three times a week, bringing hoards of food for everyone.

“I feel very grateful,” she said.

“Seonggyungwan Scandal” airs on Aug. 30 at 9:55 p.m. on KBS 2 TV.

By Jean Oh (oh_jean@heraldm.com)

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[NEWS] 100818 Xiah Junsu is Crowned as Best Vocalist Among Male Idol Group

“A charming vocal with high pitch, husky, and emotion richness”

Netizens chose TVXQ main vocalist Xiah Junsu as the best vocalist among male idol group.

Community portal site ‘DC Inside (www.dcinside.com)’ on last 11 to 17 held a survey with subject ‘Who is best main vocalist among male pop group?’ and the result is revealed on the 18th with Xiah Junsu on first rank.

From total of 72,498 votes, Xiah Junsu won over 28,132 votes (38.8%) for having a charming vocal with high pitch, husky, and emotion richness. No surprise, as Xiah Junsu has been appointed several times by many music critics for having a great vocal as well.

Moreover, in addition to the strong vocal skills, based on his prior musical challenge, at the 4th Musical Award Junsu was awarded Male Vocalist award.

The runner up in the poll was obtained by SHINee Jonghyun with 13,670 votes (18.9%), and the third place with 11,948 votes (16.5%) is Super Junior’s Yesung. SS501 Heo Young Saeng, Shinhwa Shin Hye Sung, and Yang Yo Seop from Beast are followed behind.

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[INFO] 100817 Lead Singers in Male Idol Groups With The Best Vocals - Dcinside Poll

*not according to rank

1. DN-A - Mika: 588 votes (0.8%)
2. TVXQ - Xiah Junsu: 28,132 votes (38.8%)
3. Beast - Yang Yo Seob: 1,462 votes (2%)
4. Big Bang - Taeyang: 1,097 votes (1.5%)
5. SHINee - Jonghyun: 13,670 votes (18.9%)
6. Supr Junior - Yesung: 11,948 votes (16.5%)
7. Shinhwa - Shin Hye Sung: 1,877 votes (2.6%)
8. CN Blue - Jung Yong Hwa: 300 votes (0.4%)
9. MBLAQ - GO: 1,296 votes (1.8%)
10. UKISS - Soohyun: 79 votes (0.1%)
11. Infinite - Nam Woohyun: 87 votes (0.1%)
12. ZE:A - Moon Jun Young: 60 votes (0.1%)
13. Teen Top - Niel: 94 votes (0.1%)
14. F.cuz - Lee U: 18 votes (0%)
15. FT Island - Lee Hong Ki: 845 votes (1.2%)
16. SS501 - Heo Young Saeng: 10,467 votes (14.4%)
17. 2AM - Changmin: 237 votes (0.3%)
18. 2PM - Junsu: 164 votes (0.2%)
19. Others: 77 votes (0.1%)

Details on the poll:
Date: 2010-08-11 ~ 2010-08-17 (vote was closed today)
Each IP address could only cast one vote
Total number of votes: 72,498

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[NEWS] Big Bang vs DBSK, the winner in the fight between the Korean male idols?

If idol groups Big Bang and DBSK got into a fight, who would win?

The explosive competition between Korean idol groups Big Bang and DBSK will unfold on an episode of CableTV tvN ‘ENews Weekly - Shocking Win’ set to air on the 6th.

In the first half, where the two groups will face off based on their qualifications as idols, they will be judged for their fashion sense as trendsetting idol groups amongst other things.

From luxury limited edition mania to fashion terrorist, 500 citizens will take part in determining which group is the wannabe style after analyzing each groups fashion sense.

Viewers will also be able to see footage from Jinusean’s music video in which Taeyang was cast before his debut amongst other images of the members pre-debut.

In the second half, the competition will get steeper as there will be a comparison between income and their private lives. There will be a look into their history of surpassing $50 million in sales, and a screening of their past hit songs.

In particular, there will not only be a broadcast of a sales comparison between DBSK’s ‘Mirotic’ and Big Bang’s ‘Haru Haru,’ but there will also be coverage of each idol group’s private dorms.

The winner of the competition between idol groups Big Bang and DBSK will be revealed on ‘ENews Weekly - Shocking Win’ on August 6th at 9pm.

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DBSK fighting!
Sales comparison? yeah~ DBSK!!!

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[NEWS] Netizens Select the Idols Who Best Resemble Comic Book Characters

A website recently asked its visitors to name the idols whom they believed look most like they had just walked out of a comic. The results, while very varied and surprising, were definitely quite interesting!

In 10th place was FT Island’s Lee Hongki. Maybe it was his long golden locks of hair and pretty-boy looks that did the trick?

Right before Lee Hongki came 2PM’s Ok Taecyeon. The beastly idol is known not only for his masculine appearance but his OkCat drawings as well, which have been able to make many a fan laugh in amusement.

Super Junior’s Cho Kyuhyun came in eighth place. I don’t know about comic books, but I’m sure Kyuhyun would be more than happy to have a video game character made from his looks!

Kim Hyungjoon of SS501 and Minho of SHINee were right ahead of Kyuhyun, as they were given the titles for seventh and sixth place respectively.

Choi Siwon of Super Junior came in fifth place. The idol is known for his ‘Shibrows,’ which often seem to have a personality of their own.

In fourth place was Big Bang’s GDragon, who is known for his sense of style and outrageous hairdos. Although some might call his various hairstyles examples of hairdon’ts, it looks like his unique sense of fashion gave him quite a boost in this survey!

Kim Hyunjoong of SS501 received third place in this survey. Between him and Lee Hongki, it looks like Asia really has a thing for Korean pretty boys!

Continuing on with the pretty boy trend, Super Junior’s Kim Heechul received second place. His eccentric personality and large, expressive eyes were probably a few deciding factors which allowed him to receive so many votes.

And for first place…can you guess who made it? It’s none other than TVXQ’s Kim Junsu!

Were these results accurate enough for you?

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[TRANS] 100731 Top 10 Korean idols who look better without clothes

1. Leeteuk

2. Kim Hyun Joong

3. Taemin

4. Siwon

5. Jaejoong

6. Nickhun

7. TOP

8. Yunho

9. Jokwon

10. Dongho

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[Info] HI! ASIAN Magazine Issue 2 – Top 10 Korean Idols that you would like to hug

SYC visited the bookstore again XD

Top 10 Korean Idols that you would like to hug
Fan vote via mails

1. Kim Hyunjoong
2. Lee Min Ho
3. Jang Geun Seok
4. Jo In Sung
5. Kim Jaejoong
6. Choi Siwon
7. Rain
8. Lee Taemin
9. Lee Jun Ki
10.Lee Seung Gi

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[TRANS] 100729 ‘Hallyu Idol Challenge' – Yoochun vs. Hyun Joong

Moving from the stage to television dramas, SS501’s Kim Hyun Joong and DBSK’s Yoochun are now competing in a “Hallyu Idol Challenge”, where their self-pride is the reward for the ultimate champion.

SS501’s Kim Hyun Joong will once again be displaying his acting skills in MBC’s Mizuki drama [It Started With A Kiss] (broadcast begins 1 September) while DBSK’s Yoochun will transform into an actor in KBS’s television drama [SungKyunKwan Scandal] (broadcast begins 30 August), which will be screened every Monday and Tuesday. Both Hyun Joong and Yoochun, who are currently going through a tough time in terms of issues with their management companies and with their group, have caught the attention of the masses by marking their new start with acting. So far, Kim Hyun Joong and Yoochun have been competitors in the area of music. Hyun Joong proved his acting abilities in his perfect portrayal of senior Yoon Ji Hoo in [Boys Over Flowers]. Despite that, he was criticized for his lack of expression and pronunciation, and these will be the main obstacles he needs to overcome in the upcoming drama. Even though the current character is a 180-degree change from the one played in [Boys Over Flowers], Hyun Joong still hopes to play the character perfectly. In [Boys Over Flowers], senior Yoon Ji Hoo was often described as gentle, but the character in [It Started With A Kiss] is one who is cold-blooded and nonchalant towards all things.

After having seen both Taiwan’s and Japan’s versions of the drama, Kim Hyun Joong is now feeling the pressure of having to play out a character that is completely different (from his previous role). Yoochun, who is involved in the drama [SungKyunKwan Scandal], is also starting out his path as an actor with a lot of pressure. Even though he has been recognized for his abilities in the area of music, Yoochun is still considered a newbie in the area of television dramas. Yoochun is extremely gentle as an actor, a complete opposite from the strong disposition he carries when he is in DBSK. In [SungKyunKwan Scandal], Yoochun plays the lead role of a man who is perfect in everything and lacks in nothing.

Amongst the fans of television dramas that are based on original novels, a heated discussion has opened up around two mains points about Yoochun’s character – “Best Role” and “Similarity of The Character Played by Yoochun and Yoochun’s Personal Character”. In order to play the role out better, Yoochun, who is challenging acting for the first time, donned on the ancient costume required for the drama and cheerfully attended the press conference. Both colleagues and competitors at the same time, the television drama duel between both Kim Hyun Joong’s and Yoochun’s acting skills will definitely be something to anticipate and look forward to.

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[Trans] 100725 Which handsome idol you want to spend your vacation with

Top 10 list

Jaejoong→ No.1
Jang KeunSuk
Lee SeungGi
D-LITE
Jung YongHwa
Lee KiKwang
Park JungMin
Kim HeeChul
Geonil
SeungHo

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[TRANS] 100720 Now Is The Male Idols Generation

Male idols continue to compete against one another and challenge female idols like SNSD, KARA and 4minute in the music industry and on variety programmes.

On 31 July, 7pm, 2PM and C.N.Blue will each hold their concert. 2PM and C.N.Blue will be holding their first solo concert since their debut in Seoul Olympic Stadium and AX-Korea respectively. On 18 July, C.N.Blue's leader, Jung Yonghwa, said, "Our concert date clashed with the 2PM-hyungs'. We're currently rehearsing."

Ex-member of 2PM, Jaebeom, and TVXQ's Micky Yoochun, Xiah Junsu, Youngwoong Jaejong, who are in the middle of a lawsuit with their management company SM Entertainment, will be holding fanmeetings. Jaebeom will be holding his fanmeeting on 28 August at Hwajeong Tiger Dome located in Seoul Korea University, kick-starting his solo activities. A representative from Sidus HQ said, "Jaebeom said that the reason he chose Sidus HQ as his management company was to be able to develop his acting, and we're now in discussions regarding the contract for his participation is SBS' [Secret Garden]."

Ultimately, only 3 members of TVXQ will be meeting with their fans through the fanmeeting event organized by Lotte Duty Free - their first public stage in Korea. A representative from Lotte Duty Free said, "We are expecting many fans from Japan and other countries to visit Korea in order to meet these 3 members. We are currently in the process of confirming the number of participants and adjusting the schedule."

If Jaebeom participates in SBS' [Secret Garden], set to air in September, he will be meeting Kim Hyunjoong and Micky Yoochun head on in a battle of dramas. Micky Yoochun will play the lead, Lee Seon Joon, for KBS2's new drama [SungKyunKwan Scandal], which is set to air on 30 August. Kim Hyunjoong, who has recently moved over to the same management company is Bae Yongjoon, will once again showcase his acting in a new drama that he has undertaken. Kim Hyunjoong will be starring as the lead in the drama [Mischievous Kiss], set to air on 1 September.

A staff from a drama production company said, "When an idol star participates in a drama, the awareness of the drama is drastically increased and you can also capture the audience who are aged between 10-20 years old. This point in itself, is very advantageous." Also, "When under similar conditions, this is the reason why we use idol members."

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[TRANS] Chinese Girl Group iMe Korea Training – Encounters Idols TVXQ

During the time that the five honey girls of iMe secretly trained in Korea, they met with an interesting episode. One day during their recording, TVXQ were coincidentally in the room next door recording too. This caused the girls to turn into fangirls, continually asking to see their idols. But they were too shy to go up to them and greet them, so they could only look at their idols from far away.

TVXQ’s serious attitude towards their work allowed iMe to realize that the reason why TVXQ was able to achieve such huge success was only through putting in more efforts than others. iMe expressed that they wanted to learn that spirit from them.

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[TRANS] 100709 Second Half Of 2010 The Biggest Idol Showdown – Park Yoochun VS Kim Hyunjoong

Rivals since their debut as ‘TVXQ’ and ‘SS501′, members Park Yoochun and Kim Hyunjoong from the respective groups will also meet head-on for their TV dramas.

Yoochun is set to play the lead “Lee Seon Joon” for the KBS drama [SungKyunKwan Scandal], which airs in September*.

Kim Hyunjoong, who recently signed on with the same company as Bae Yong Joon, has been casted as the lead for the TV drama “Mischievous Kiss”, which is set to air after the drama “Road NO 1″ in September. A related personnel said, “The airing date is more or less confirmed for that period.”

[SungKyunKwan Scandal] is based on Jung Eun Gweol’s novel [The Lives of Sungkyunkwan Confucian Scholars]. The story revolves around Kim Yoohui, who cross-dresses as a man to enter SungKyunKwan on behalf of her sickly brother, and encounters Lee Seon Joon, Moon Jae Shin and Yu Yong Ha. It is a story about friendship and love that takes place in a school setting during the Joseon Dynasty.


Aside from Micky Yoochun, other young stars acting in the drama include Song Joong Gi, Yoo Ah-In, Park Min Young and Han Yeon.

“Mischievous Kiss” is adapted from the Japanese manga of the same name and this drama has been dubbed the “second Boys Over Flowers”. Besides Kim Hyunjoong, other stars have recently been casted.

In this acting battle between the greatest idol stars, everyone is waiting to see what kind of work they will produce.

*There’s some discrepancy in the media reports about the airing date. Some reports state August while some say September.

Source: [Osen + BaiduTVXQ]
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[TRANS] 100625 'Musicaldols' How Far Have They Come? with Lee Gyung Mi

You appeared in Mozart! with Xiah Junsu. How was he?
He did really well. Out of the four people who played the lead role in, he was the first to memorize all of his lines, blocking and lyrics. He would work hard during rehearsals and he had a strong foundation of determination to work off of. A couple of days ago, I heard that he won the Best Male Newcomer Award for 'The Musical Awards', and I worried that people who hadn't seen his shows properly would devalue his achievement and call it 'an award that caters to popularity'. My role (Mrs. Weber) was a villain who torments Mozart, but his acting was so good that I felt bad for tormenting him. I told him that I wanted him to keep acting. He himself said that he wants to keep doing musicals.

Are all idol stars like that?
Not at all. Aside from Xiah Junsu, I heard that Yesung from NamHanSanSung worked very hard as well. I also heard that Daesung and Seungri did well in Cats and Rain Shower respectively. I heard that although Jessica was lacking in preparation time, she had a desire to perform in the musical. These are the most unfortunate cases; they have plenty of drive, but lack the necessary circumstances to succeed.

It seems that not many idol stars appear in licensed musicals. Cats, Mozart, and Legally Blonde seem to be it? Why is that?
With big productions, foreign staff from overseas come for the audition process. People are never cast just because they are idol stars in these situations. Therefore, there is a chance that idol stars may not get the part. So entertainment agencies usually don't let the idol stars audition in the first place because of this.


Source: [waddang.com + DNBN]
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