How Time Flies..

Ellow.. Welcome back!! (after such a very, very long while...)

It seems to me that my ideas of writing the blog have already drained, and perhaps I might discontinue posting articles in the blog. However, part of my mind suggest me to keep writing the blog, although I have not maintained this blog for a while. Therefore, for this post, I should dishes you with something attractive, just so that next time I will be encourage to continue writing my inside thought here.

Time have passed, and ever since then, I must say here, that I've already lost my track on K-pop scene, and perhaps its entertainment industry. Putting up together some dismal drama aired on the tele, just not so interesting that it even copies numerous Japanese-scripted drama as remakes. Nevertheless, some of the dramas managed to gain spotlight, at least in my perspective. Let us review together with me, the dramas that make the cut.

1. The Heirs

Starred by many of them view as the hot young prospect of the industry, the much anticipated "drama of the year" pieces led by the infamous Lee Minho, well known for numerous blockbuster drama KBS "Boys Before Flowers", MBC "Personal Preference", and SBS "City Hunter", a name that no need for introduction. The lead actress Park Shinhye, acted in early of last year's cable TV drama TvN "Flower Boy Next Door" and in wildly successful SBS "You're Beautiful", which put her name in the map of entertainment scene across Asia. Together joined the production are Kim Woobin, who rise into fame after his hit drama KBS "School 2013" alongside Lee Jongsuk, in which put his name in the wanted actor list. Supporting actors involved in the project are Kim Jiwon, most notable in her roles in SBS "To The Beautiful You" and short dramas such as KBS "Waiting For Love", Krystal Jung (MBC "High Kick 3: The Revenge of the Short-Legged", member of girl group f(x)), Kang Minhyuk (KBS "You Who Rolled In Unexpectedly", member of boyband CN Blue), Kang Haneul (SBS "To The Beautiful You", TvN "Monstar"), Park Hyungsik (member of ZE:A - Children of Empire), and Choi Jinhyuk (MBC "Pasta", SBS "It's Okay, Daddy's Daughter", and MBC "Gu Family Book").

The collaboration between the director of SBS "Tazza" & SBS "Midas", together with the scriptwriter of SBS "Secret Garden" and SBS "A Gentlemen's Dignity", it scores rather well in it timeslot, reaching an average of 16.7% Seoul viewers and 18.4% nationwide. The drama was proven succesful in terms of rating, eventhough it receives stiff competition form KBS drama "Secret Love" at the beginning of the broadcast. The drama, after a long while of hype, tuned in the television, with the beginning part of the drama was shot in Malibu, California in the summer.

2. I Hear Your Voice

Led by the award-winning Daesang winner Lee Boyoung (KBS "You Who Rolled In Unexpectedly and KBS "The Equator Man") and the rise young talent Lee Jongsuk (SBS "Secret Garden" and MBC "High Kick 3: The Revenge of the Short-Legged"), the drama was somehow a theme repeat of 2012 drama of the year SBS "The Chaser", portraying humanities as its main theme. The drama's strength lies in its strong character and storyline, together with the critically-acclaimed act of both the lead actors Lee Boyoung and Lee Jongsuk itself, particularly the former, who won her first Daesang ever, thanks to her acting prowess. The touchful acts and also the perfect reprisal of psychotic villain in actor Jung Woongin ( KBS "Ojakgyo Brothers") helps in gaining its own audience during its broadcast. Together with Yoon Sanghyun (SBS "Secret Garden and KBS "Take Care of The Young Lady"), this drama is worth watching for.

3. Gu Family Book

Starred by the "bluechip" of the industry Lee Seunggi (SBS "My Girlfriend is Nine-Tailed Fox" and SBS "Brilliant Legacy") and Bae Suzy (KBS "Dream High" and KBS "Big", member of girl group miss A), the alternate history drama provides alternatives to the viewers who crave for some fantasy romantic genre. And this was the trend of last year's production. Audience who watch the drama will be pleased to watch the chemistry of both actor in getting into their character. last for 21 episode, the drama never feels bored for those who watching the whole episodes of it. The smooth storyline written by the scenarist Kang Eun Kyung, who is famous in writing the 2010 national drama KBS "King of Baking, Kim Takgu". The drama also features some popular actor such as Lee Yeonhee (SBS "Paradise Ranch" and a 2006 it movie "A Millionaire's First Love"), Choi Jinhyuk (MBC "Pasta", SBS "It's Okay, Daddy's Daughter", and MBC "Gu Family Book") together with supporting cast Lee Yubi (KBS "Nice Guy"), Sung Joon ("SBS "Lie To Me", TvN "Shut Up Flower Boy Band") and Yoo Yeonsuk (movie Introduction to Architecture).

4. The Master's Sun

The romantic comedy queen is back with another bang! Gong Hyojin (MBC "Pasta" and MBC "the Greatest Love") has return with her new project, together with another great actor So JI Sub "SBS "What Happened in Bali" and SBS "Ghost"). Another romantic comedy in stores, the lead actress sure have her talent under he sleeves. Comedy has always been the mainstream trend in the entertainment scene, but with a touch in supernatural element make this drama totally different with the previous comedic predecessor. Together joined the cast is Seo Inguk, after his successful transformation from audition singing contest winner to an actor with success drama under his belt, with TvN's "Reply 1997" with A-Pink Jung Eunji. A gamble to create the drama on metaphysical theme, but it is a success in this project. Surely Gong Hyojin a lady luck in every drama she stars; this drama is not an exception.

5. Good Doctor

The only KBS Drama in the list, God Doctor stars Joo Won, who was famous with his highly praised works in KBS "King of Baking, Kim Takgu" KBS "Bridal Mask" and MBC "7th Grade Civil Servant", alongside the ever improving Moon Chaewon (SBS "Brilliant Legacy" and KBS "The Princess Man" and "Nice Guy"), this medical drama is another hot drama aired in last year's period. It was rare to see a medical drama triumph in the rating battle between the main 3 public brodcaster, but Good Doctor is an exception. Joo Won who has already known in his short stint in KBS veriety show "2 Days 1 Night", proved that his magic in acting is still not faded yet. And so Moon Chaewon, the actress gained attraction after her firm courteous dynasty lady portrayed in move "War of The Arrows" puts her name in the most-sought after actress. The combination of both popular actors led to the success of the drama, supported by the matured acting of the actor Joo Sang Wook (KBS "The Thorn Birds", SBS "Paradise Ranch" & SBS "Giant") and chic acting by Kim Minseo (KBS "Sungkyunkwan Scandal", KBS "Babyfacd Beauty" and MBC's 2012 most successful historical drama "The Moon That Embraces The Sun".


[p/s: This article is just personal opinions of the author; nothing to do with the real assessment of another. My appreciation to all sources that I've searched to complete this post; See you next time!]

Interest of the Moment: Flower Boy Next Door

Welcome again..

Yesterday, I promise myself that I will give myself some time to post updates to my blog; glad I fulfill it. This recent weeks I suddenly encounter across a drama that I would anticipate it, since my favourite actress was in there (actor??). Well, let's see what's in store for my article, right after this.

Flower Boy Next Door (이웃집 꽃미남, romanised spelling "Yi-ut-jib Kkot-mi-nam") is the drama produce by CJ Entertainment, aired in the cable channel tvN and OnStyle. For those who are familiar with the "Flower Boy" series, I'm sure everyone involved were interested it, after the success of its predecessor "Flower Boy Ramyun Shop" (Jung Il Woo, Lee Chung Ah)  and "Shut Up Flower Boy Band" (Sang Joon, Jung Ui Chul and Infinite's L). The third installment of "Oh Boy" series was highly anticipated by majority of fans, as the star-studded cast Yoon Shi Yoon (Baker King Kim Takgu, High Kick to the Roof) and Park Shin Hye (You're Beautiful, Heartstring) have joined the project. Park Shin Hye was after all, rise into superstardom with hit release of flower boy band drama You're Beautiful, alongside Prince of Asia, Jang Geun Suk, CNBLUE leader Jung Yong Hwa and FT Island frontman Lee Hong Ki. In the drama where Park Shin Hye acted as a girl disguise as a man to fit in the legendary fictional band A.N.Jell, the drama receive explosive success overseas. Yoon Shi Yoon were dubbed "Rating Prince" after his successful lead role portrayed in Baker King, Kim Takgu, reaching 50.8% at its peak.

Flower Boy Next Door is based on the popular webtoon "I Peak At Him Everyday", this rom-com drama is all about a girl named Go Dok Mi (Park Shin Hye) who lock herself in her "tower" trying to peak at a man live next door. However, she was caught spying by Enrique Geum (Yoon Shi Yoon), a genius creative director, who is good-looking, stylish and bohemian and can′t get enough of soccer, who also has his own problem that can relate to. Go Dok Mi is modeled as a "city Rapunzel" who never ventures outdoors, yet has her own set of charms that makes men flutter. 

 From left: Mizuta Kouki, Kim Ji Hoon, Park Shin Hye, Yoon Shi Yoon and Go Kyung Pyo

(Source: tvN official poster, synopsis adapted from HanCinema & DramaWiki)

Teaser:

(Source: YouTube channel CJENDRAMA)

Along the cast who also involved in this project are Park Soo Jin, who will provide antagonistic elements in the drama, Kim Yoon Hye (formerly known as Woori, Shin Hye's castmate in "Heartstring"), and Kim Seul Gi (the quirky webtoon editor in the series).

I really anticipate it, and so do you the reader, I hope.

[p/s: Credits to Soompi discussion on Flower Boy Next Door, as to provide this article with some valuable information and comprehensive graphics. No copyright infringement intended; this article is just author's personal opinion in the materials that interest him.]

Of Boyfriend and...

Then now I'll talk about business k...

Recently, I came across a new song, sung by a new Korean boyband, Boyfriend. Labelmate with outstanding soloist K.Will and super-hottie SISTAR, Boyfriend would be anticipated to follow their labelmates' success. Who doesn't know K.Will (popular with his mellow voice and hits such as "I Need You", "My Heart Is Beating" and newly hit-release "Please Don't"), and SISTAR (immensely popular with Brave Brothers' chart-smashing hit like "How Dare You", "So Cool", "Alone" and "Loving You", along with their super sexy concept). Enough of "appetizer", let's talk about the "main dishes" of the post.

Boyfriend, stylised as BOYFRIEND, is their third project of the company Starship Entertainment, intruducing their first ever boyband from their stores. They have released several singles, notably "Boyfriend" "Don't Touch My Girl" and "I'll Be There", but not until "Janus" then they are immensely popular in K-Pop entertainment. In fact, "Janus" really struck their luck, exposing them to all their fans with their amusing transformation.

In my opinion, "Janus" really gives them luck. The song arrangement is really mesmerising, with variety sound of orchestrated violin and elements of pop incorporated in the song. The combination of classic and modern fusion of the song really catchy, along with the alluring vocal form each of the member, it really hit them gold this time.

Not believing me, well it's up to their taste, but I think it pretty suit them well...

It's Been A While

It's been a while..

now everything's changed a little, since this is my latest post in a while..

Well, I just have no idea what I would be blurting here, but still, I want to (hahaha...).

Nowadays, there are many trends ever passed since my last post here, Apparently the dominance of Gangnam Style, by PSY, it seems to be that the "fire " that spread throughout the world doesn't seem to die down.. yet. Since the first time I've heard the news from Korean website, the teaser, the music vid, the support videos from fellow musicians, singers and actors, he really goes all the way, to the unprecedented achievement, even when it's compared with BIGBANG, another fellow Korean that marked their presence in Hollywood. Ever since the release of the music videos, many "Youtubers" are coming to watch the videos that went viral and explosive, thanks to his "classy suit, cheesy act" performance in his music videos.

The heck did this man do, but still most people love it.

Personally I don't think he will make it; not until this level, but I can assure you, I like his video, with his "nonsensical" artistic style. But if you watch his previous video, such as "Right Now", "Champion", "Bird", "Entertainer", you will know that this man is really as he portrays in his hit-sensation Gangnam Style. He has the quality, the quality that makes people enjoys together along with his antics. It's no wonder why he is also called "King of Entertainers" or "King of Concerts"; he give his all to his fan during his concerts.

If we talk about his dance; the choreography, it's just very simple (for most of people though), the "horse-riding" dance, a suit, a black spectacles, and a bow. However, I have to admit; he is creative, in his own way. The making of the video clip, depicts how he starts galloping at the pedestrian crossing in Gangnam, a place known as it's highly sophisticated lifestyle of its residents. 

Depicting the New York Times articles dated September 20, 2012, 

"Why the original video, released in July, has gained such popularity is anyone’s guess. In it, Mr. Park, 34, does a “horse riding” dance that looks vaguely like what children do when they hop around pretending to be galloping. He raps and dances around Seoul, all in the company of pretty women and to a song with an infectious beat.

In short, the performer, popularly known as PSY (short for Psycho), has done what K-Pop bands have failed to do. While those groups have choreographed their way to success all over Asia, they have made less headway in other parts of the world. Mr. Park, with his willingness to allow himself to be made fun of with a buffoonish performance, is a global success.

His video has more than 220 million views on YouTube and several parodies themselves have gone viral. A recent spoof landed some lifeguards in California in trouble: news reports say they were fired for using city property as their set."

Until now, this video has currently reached 731,550,596 viewers, an unprecedented record for a Korean, and an Asian, that has never ever directly promoted in US. It is, now hold the record of the 2nd most viewed video in the world; only his new US labelmate Justin Bieber tops him with his hit single "Baby". He also hold the most liked videos in Youtube with 5,124,147 like, beating LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem".

And that's not all; he won "Best Video" at MTV Europe Music Award just few days back, beating nominees M.I.A, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Rihanna.

[p/s: I think that's enough for today, maybe some very exciting articles next time. C U then, Bye.....] 

Fansubber : The Real Drive Behind Hallyu Wave?

Ellow, welcome again..

I certainly wonder, how can the Hallyu Wave spread into the non-Korean-speaking nation? It's just so that they should have a medium to present the show in a way that people can understand what are the talk about? I think that the real drive behind the Hallyu Wave is the Fansubbers itself.

Honestly, how can the like they show without even know what they are talking about? The Koreans are always said that the reason people like them because of their music that can penetrate the hearts of the youth, their dramas that can touch soul of the softest person. But how is that true without they even understand the contents of the show itself?

So here's the solution; the Fansubbers. I'm not a Korean, but my friends really loved it. Listen to the music, dramas and variety shows make them laugh and cry together. But before that, let us define what the fansubber is.

Simply stated, that fansubbers are the people who take their time to sub the content of show (usually their favourites) into the language where they can understand of. They are not paid to do it; it is just a hobby for them. They survived by donations made to them using internet transaction into their account, usually the donation used for server maintenance. To learn more, click THIS.

Personally I do not understand, why suddenly some party wanted to summon the people who made this? Ever since the SOPA-PIPA incident, many file sharing site were busily deleting their members' files, or trying to restrict it to just a file storage site? Of even in some country, they are even blocking the torrent site, to the means of summon them if they break the rules? Obviously, is this are helpful to them? In the name of copyright, they are actively suing as many individual as possible that involved in either making, distributing and even watching the contents that was subbed to the way that we are finally UNDERSTAND the show!

Pardon me, this is a little political, but I was just upset with some people who are trying to generate money by using filesuits to people who does not even received money from the job the are really like and not even receive profit from them itself? Now it happens to become very difficult just to watch the programme that I like. Even they deleted their videos in YouTube services. It goes to this extend - I can only watch it once, in television.

I do not know if I should say this; you, the fansubbers, I am very grateful to your determination to just doing this as a hobby itself, not  afraid of any hindrance coming towards you, and providing a very precious alternative services that aims to just one thing; makes us happy. You may have difficulty in generating money sources to maintain the base, and I don't even have a pence of money to donate for. However, believe me, as many donator who appreciate all of your works, there are many more people who are impressed, just by thinking that you have effort to do fansubbing and even providing an ALTERNATIVE VIDEO SOURCES, which a little or not, contributing to the expansion of any industry that we love alike.

[p/s: it's very emotional, isn't it. I just wanted to express mu frustration to something that i like, very much. it could one of the few interesting things that left in my life. Till then...]

Which Will Be The Next Singer To Win in Music Chart??

Lately, there are many idols debuted, and not little of them won the music chart. Meanwhile, there are several group/singers that do not win any music chart show (excluding the real time chart, digital chart, etc.) until this article is written. Therefore, shall we predict which singer/group will win the music chart show, as recently, there are some moves to abolished music chart show, as opposed to the current format [click here]. It may look like a prediction, but let's just read my suggestion.


EXO-K

Group Name : EXO-K
Debut : April 8, 2012


Another project by SM Entertainment, and their project is always satisfying. Consists of two subgroup, EXO-K and EXO-M (k for Korean; M for Mandarin), this group enters the scene with several trailer posted by the company. Sleek performance, as well as strong fanbase gathered even before their official debut, this group may promise you some excitement; it could be to reminisce the golden age of DBSK, one extravagant group ever produced by SM Entertainment, currently holds the record for most registered fans in Korea; almost 800,000 in Seoul only.


Juniel

Real Name : Choi Jun Hee
Debut : April 29, 2011 (Japan); June7, 2012 (Korea)


Another hottest rookie emerged, giving a different feel in music style. She was occasionally associated with nation's younger sister IU with her guitar playing skill, but unlike IU, her acoustic music is her main genre. Already made names in Japan after winning Japanese audition program "Niji Iro Supernova", she will be the singer expected to win music show sooner.



Ailee

Real Name : Lee Ye Jin
Debut : February 8, 2012


Spend much time of her life in New York, she was not called "Scary Rookie" for nothing. Deep inside her cute, innocent personality, lies her strong, sensual voice that even shatter some of the powerful vocalist in the nation. Only with her debut song "Heaven", she already compete head-to-head with Big Bang for winners of KBS Music Bank K-Chart, which eventually goes to Big Bang. The alarming potential of hers was already noticed when she participate in Chuseok special show held by MBC, "Singer and Trainee", along with her mentor Wheesung. With her cover of Beyonce's "Halo", she mesmerise the viewers and even fellow contestants with her sultry New Jersey style of singing. She will win that's for sure; it's just a matter of when it happens.


B1A4

Group Name : B1A4 
Debut : April 21, 2011


It looks like these boys gained much recognition, thanks to their latest album, "IGNITION". Their lead single, "Baby I'm Sorry" sparked shockwaves along the fans, which composed and written by one of their member, Jinyoung. They might be new, and there is a long way to achieve the winning feat, but as Beast and Infinite, they will follow the suit too.


U-KISS

Group Name : U-KISS
Debut : August 15, 2008 (Japan), August 28, 2008 (Korea)


This group remains one of the oldest boy group that never ever won any music chart show, until now the article is written. They are at a generation of 2PM, SHINee and 2AM, yet they still do not win any. Many hit singles that they have released, such as "Man Man Ha Ni (Am I That Easy)', "Round and Round", "0330" and "Neverland", but neither of them have won. It is hope that they will end the winless streak in music chart, and I believe they will, soon.




[p/s: That's all for today. There are many band that have potential to win, but i just too tired to type anymore. So see you then, and thanks to all the viewers that have encountered across this page. By the way, my post "The 90's Line" have achieved 2570 viewers in just 3 months, and that is an all-time record in my blog, as my post about girl group and boy band idol, which was posted more than 2 years ago, only reached 2467 viewers. Thanks a lot, and what a feat!!!]

Japan Drama Rating

Ellow..

It's now a new topic, maybe some info for those who r interested only.

Basically, i wouldn't download any drama without any reason. To me, one of the reason i would download it is when the rating are necessary enough to convince me to download. Btw, let me tell u guyz sumthin' bout it.

Every drama that airs in TV has a company that organised in the rating system of the drama. However, there is no solid science on how to interpret these rating percentages. For drama fans, simply the drama with the highest percentage is the "winner" for the week. The fans use these numbers to decide which dramas they should watch during the remainder of the season. Despite this simple interpretation, there are one or more factors that may come into play that explain why some dramas receive higher percentage points than others. For example evening dramas draw better ratings than dramas that air in the mornings and afternoons. These r some data that may help you choose the best drama for your enjoyment.

Beautiful Life 2000 winter 31.86%

Densha Otoko 2005 summer 21.04%

Dr Koto - Shinryoujo 2006 2006 fall 22.13%

Engine 2005 spring 22.42%

Forbidden Love 1999 spring 21.5%

Gokusen 2 2005 winter 27.8%

Good Luck!! 2003 winter 30.41%

Great Teacher Onizuka 1998 summer 28.3%

Haken no Hinkaku 2007 winter 20.10%

Hana Yori Dango Season 2 2007 winter 21.4%

Hero 2001 winter 34.03%

Karei-naru Ichizoku 2007 winter 23.9

Last Christmas 2004 fall 21.6%

Long Vacation 1996 spring 29.1%

Love Generation 1997 fall 30.70%

Overtime 1999 winter 20.2%

Oyaji 2000 fall 24.2%

Pride 2004 winter 25.1%

Shomuni Season 1 1998 Spring 21.8

Shomuni Season 2 2000 Spring 20.3

Yamato Nadeshiko 2000 fall 26.1%


till then, bye!!!

Running Man : Introduction

Ellow again...

The last 2 months were full of work and as expected, I again did not update my entry here. It's a shame to me that I couldn't figure out some time to post an article, (or an entry as for sure). Since I just do not have much ideas to think of, let's just enjoy what I will write, and I'm just write, and write and write anything that ever cross my mind. K, let me just write anything that comes in my mind..

Running Man.

It is a show that I am likely to watch every week without stop, let's just say that it's a good show. But what I like about it is not just it's show, cause I have some memories lies with some of the cast inside the show. Well, let us proceed to the main subject of the entry.

Running Man was created by SBS as a part of Good Sundays lineup aired in Korea. Good Sunday slot was aired to compete with MBC's Sunday Sunday Night and KBS2's Happy Sunday. Following its infamous predecessor, X-Man and Family Outing, Running Man continues to become one of the most prominent entertainment shows in Korea, and obviously number one slot among SBS entertainment shows.

Front (from left) : Song Jihyo, Kang Gary, Lizzy (ex), Haha

Back (From left) : Lee Kwangsoo, Yoo Jaesuk, Song Joongki (ex), Ji Sukjin, Kim Jongkook

After a dismal rating by its predecessor, Family Outing Season 2, SBS has decided to replace the show with entire new concept, as to fight with other public broadcast in viewer rating. After 15 episodes, Family Outing Season 2, which is post-Yoo Jaesuk era of the show, is finally come to the end. Fan are anxiously waiting for the return of Yoo Jaesuk after his successive spells in X-Man and Family Outing. Rumours are speculating that he will return to host the show after leaving Family Outing in February 2010. After months of saga, finally SBS decide to broadcast a programme, lead by Yoo Jaesuk himself in a brand-new, hailed as never-before-seen entertainment show, called Running Man.

Don't walk, run.

Following Yoo Jaesuk were the original cast by Ji Sukjin, Kim Jongkook, Gary, Haha, Lee Kwangsoo and Song Joongki. However, Joongki left the show in May due to conflicting schedule, as well as focusing more on his acting career, due to his rise in popularity after starring in KBS2's Sungkyunkwan Scandal. Song Jihyo appears as a guest in episode 2 until made permanent by the staff and made official entry in episode 7. Lizzy was later added into the cast in episode 18, after featuring, also as a guest in episode 13.

Name : Yoo Jaesuk

Date of Birth : 14 August 1972

Years Active ; 1991-Present

Shows : Infinity Challenge, Happy Together

Main host of Running Man himself, he is also known as Yooruce Willis (parody of Bruce Willis, actor stars in Die Hard collection) as he is good at running away during mission Other names include Yoo Hyuk (parody of Super Junior Eunhyuk, main dancer, regards as one of the best dancers in Korea), Yoomes Bond (in episode 38, where he became the Usual Suspects in this episode) and Grasshopper (his first nicknames ever since appearing in television during debut days). He was a comedian in his early days, featuring in sitcoms and gag concerts all the way to his glamourous career after explosive popularity made in X-Man. Married to MBC announcer Na Kyeong Eun in 2007, he now has one son, named Ji Ho.

Name : Ji Sukjin

Date of Birth : 10 February 1966

Years Active : 1992-Present

Shows : Star Golden Bell, Heroine 6

The oldest member of the show, he is known as Big Nose Hyung. Running Man is his first outdoor appearance since Boyar Expedition in 2003. Married to Yoo Su Jeong, his work was notably recognised in KBS2's Star Golden Bell, aired for 4 years until its cancellation in 2011.

Name : Kim Jongkook

Date of Birth : 25 April 1976

Years Active : 1995-Present

Shows : Family Outing, X-Man

Notably the strongest man on the show, Kim Jongkook is known as Sparta Kook (parody of Spartacus, a legendary fighter in movie 300) and The Commander. Sometimes called the Tiger for his ability to chase his prey during mission. He was initially a member of Korean duo group Turbo, which has reached successive popularity during his days in the group. Still renowned until today, he ventures into entertaining industry since joining as a permanent cast in X-Man, in which he had a love line with Yoon Eunhye, his couple in the show, which also a member of idol Baby VOX. After then, he enlist in military for 2 years until discharge. Later, he joined Family Outing, also with Yoo Jaesuk and have love line with the female cast of the show, Lee Hyori and Park Yejin. He is also known as Kookie, where he shows his aegyo (cute) side of him, and weak to female guest.

Name : Gary

Real Name : Kang Hee Gun

Date of Birth : 24 February 1978

Years Active : 1996-Present

Shows : Running Man (first time)

Gary was known as his love line with Song Jihyo in the show before sudden exposure of Jihyo's secret dating with her agency's CEO leaked in the internet. Formerly called Peaceful Gary as  he stays calm during photoshoot session in the early episodes of Running Man, Gary appears in the shows as "variety newbie", but quickly establishing himself in the show with his wittiness as well as his antics. Also known as Gaecolas Cage (parody of Nicholas Cage) he was easily fooled by others and being clueless at all times.

Name : Haha

Real Name : Ha Donghoon

Date of Birth : 20 August 1979

Years Active : 2001-Present

Shows : Infinity Challenge, HahaMong Show

He was in a group, Jikiri before it disbanded soon after debut. Then, he embark his journey, being a host before creating his solo album. In Running Man, he is easily picked by others. He is also known as Haroro (parody of Pororo the Little Penguin). He also has a tendency to feel as though he is the main lead into a movie created by his imagination. When things don't go his way, he lashes out verbally, causing great laughter among the cast. He is also the playboy of the cast, as he always confess his love to female guests.

Name : Lee Kwangsoo

Date of Birth : 14 July 1985

Years Active : 2008-Present

Shows : Running Man (first time)

Featured as one of the "variety rookies", he has build an image known as Framer Kwang-su, where he frames his fellow members with embarrassing and often absurd rumours. He is also known as Kwang-vatar for his similar appearance to the Na'vi species in Avatar and "Kwang-potter" for his similar appearance to Harry Potter when wearing spectacles. He is often picked on by the rest of the cast for being the youngest and is weak in the games. Sometimes he is also called Giraffe, thanks to his tall appearance. He starred in MBC's High Kick to the Roof, when he starts being known as an actor. Another drama into his credits are Dong Yi and City Hunter.

Name : Song Jihyo

Real Name : Cheon Sung Im

Date of Birth : 14 August 1981

Years Active : 2006-Present

Shows : Running Man, Family Outing (guest)

The only female member of the show, she joined the cast as guest in episode 2, until made permanent in episode 7. She is also known as Song Ji-yok, where "yok" means "to swear", because of her "bad words" toward some of the members like Lee Kwang-su and Ha-ha. She is also known as Mong Ji-hyo, where "mong" means "confused" or "blank", because of her facial expressions which makes her seem confused. During the race mission, she is referred to as an "Ace" due to her similar running/catching capabilities as well as comparable intelligence to Kim Jong-kook. She stars in some of famous drama such as Princess Hours, Jumong, and Crime Squad.

Ex-Members

Name : Song Joongki

Date of Birth : 19 September 1985

Years Active : 2008-Preent

Shows : Running Man (first time)

Featured as one of the "variety rookies", he is known for his good-looks and is referred to as Flower Joongki, meaning pretty and is referred to as Brain Joongki . He is also known as Active Joongki when he either wants to try something new or believes he can do something well, but ultimately fails. As of episode 41, he has left the program to focus on his acting career. He reappeared in episode 66 as a guest, which caught the members by surprise. He also made special appearance in episode 71 as King Sejong, part of his promotion of Deep Rooted Tree.

Name : Lizzy 

Real Name : Park Sooyoung

Date of Birth : 31 July 1992

Years Active : 2010-Present

Shows : After School's "Playgirlz", We Got Married

The "long-term guest" of Running Man and member of girl group After School, Lizzy is known as the country girl from Busan. As of episode 26, she has left the program for After School activities.

The Correlation

Well, I think that's all for today, I fell sleepy now, so let's just continue some other time, k... Till then...

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T-ara : The Rising Diamond

Ellow again...

It seems to me that it's a very long time since I last post some feeds here. I just finished my final examinations, and now currently I'm at home, doing some stuff, unknown stuff.

T-ara

from left : Hyomin, Qri, Soyeon, Jiyeon, Boram, Hwayoung, Eunjung

T-ara, often stylized as T-ARA or T♔ARA is a popular South Korean girl group formed by Core Contents Media (subsidiaries of Mnet Media), in 2009. Some of the members have actually active in the industry, prior to their debut. Originally a 5-member group, they first release their song through soundtrack of MBC drama Cinderella Man, "Good Person". One of the member, Park Ji Yeon, was included in project with Davichi and Seeya, performing "Women's Generation" in public broadcast music show.

T-ara formally debut into entertainment show through Mnet Countdown, performing "Lies". They achieve success with their first all-kill song, "Bo Peep Bo Peep", sweeping all awards in public broadcast chart. They later made their comeback with "I Go Crazy Because Of You" and "I'm Really Hurt".

However, their follow-up song did not meet their instant success. Their  song "Why are You Being Like This" and " Yayaya" cannot replicate their success in "Bo Peep Bo Peep". In the following year, their song "Roly-Poly" almost break their long-awaited drought in winning Music Bank. They are in the Top 2 for almost 2 months, but to no avail. After a long years of waiting, they finally won their Music Bank K-Chart, with their follow-up song, "Lovey Dovey", reminiscing their success beforehand with "Bo Peep Bo Peep".Nonetheless, almost all of their song were crowned winner in other public broadcast, amidst the long waiting at KBS.

Stage Name : Eunjung
Real Name : Ham Eunjung
Date of Birth : December 12, 1988
Position in Group : Vocalist, Lead Rapper

Stage Name : Jiyeon
Real Name : Park Jiyeon
Date of Birth : June 7, 1993
Position in Group : Vocalist, Main Dancer

 

Stage Name : Hyomin
Real Name : Park Sunyoung
Date of Birth : May 30, 1989
Position in Group : Lead Vocalist, Rapper

Stage Name : Soyeon
Real Name : Park Injung
Date of Birth : October 5, 1987
Position in Group : Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer

Stage Name : Qri
Real Name : Lee Jihyun
Date of Birth : December 12, 1986
Position in Group : Vocalist

 

Stage Name : Boram
Real Name : Jeon Boram
Date of Birth : March 22, 1986
Position in Group : Vocalist

Stage Name : Hwayoung
Real Name : Ryu Hwayoung
Date of Birth : April 22, 1993
Position in Group : Main Rapper

Discography


Albums

Absolute First Album (Studio Album)

•    Released: November 27, 2009
•    Language: Korean
•    Label: Core Contents Media

Breaking Heart (Repackaged Album)

•    Released: March 3, 2010
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 55:00
•    Label: Core Contents Media

Temptastic (Extended Play)

•    Released: December 1, 2010
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 22:00
•    Label: Core Contents Media

John Travolta Wannabe (Extended Play)

•    Released: June 30, 2011
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 25:33
•    Label: Core Contents Media

Roly-Poly in Copacabana (Repackage Extended Play)

•    Released: August 1, 2011
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 29:09
•    Label: Core Contents Media

Black Eyes (Extended Play)

•    Released: November 11, 2011
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 20:12
•    Label: Core Contents Media

Funky Town (Repackaged Extended Play)

•    Released: January 3, 2012
•    Language: Korean
•    Length: 27:57
•    Label: Core Contents Media



Singles

2009

    "Good Person"  
    "Lies"
    "TTL (Time To Love)" (with Supernova)
    "TTL Listen 2" (with Supernova)
    "Bo Peep Bo Peep"
    "Like The First Time"

2010

    "I Go Crazy Because Of You"  
    "I'm Really Hurt"  
    "Why Are You Being Like This?"  
    "Yayaya"

2011  

    "Roly-Poly"
    "Roly-Poly in Copacabana"  
    "Cry Cry"  
    "We Were in Love" (with Davichi)

2012  

    "Lovey-Dovey"  
      
       

Videography   

2009

    "Good Person" (Version 1)    -   3:32
    "Good Person" (Version 2)  -  3:27
    "Women's Generation/Forever Love"  -  3:33
    "Lies"    3:45
    "Lies" (Ballad Version)  -  4:00
    "Lies" (Summer Version)  -  3:56
    "Time To Love"  -  3:32
    "Time To Love Listen 2"  -  3:33
    "Apple is A"  -  5:44
    "Bo Peep Bo Peep" (15+ Version)  -  3:46
    "Bo Peep Bo Peep" (18+ Version)  -  3:49
    "Like The First Time"  -  4:25
         

2010

    "Wonder Woman"  -  3:44
    "I Go Crazy Because of You"  -  3:33
    "I'm Really Hurt" (Version 1) (Version 2) (Version 3)  -  3:12
    "We Are The One"  -  3:25
    "What Should We Finish"  -  4:46
    "Why Are You Being Like This" -  4:04
    "Yayaya"  -  4:49
 

2011

    "Roly-Poly"  - 12:32
    "Roly-Poly" (Normal Version)  -  5:35
    "Roly-Poly" (Stage Version)  -  3:39
    "Roly-Poly in Copacabana"  -  4:08
    "Bo Peep Bo Peep" (Japanese Version)  - 7:06
    "Log-In"  -  3:29
    "Yayaya" (Japanese Version)  -  3:41
    "Cry Cry"  -  15:49
    "Cry Cry" (Dance Version)   - 3:28
    "Cry Cry" (Ballad Version)    3:19
    "We Were in Love"  -  3:33

2012

    "Lovey-Dovey"  - 20:32
    "Lovey-Dovey" (Zombie Version)  - 6:45
    "Lovey-Dovey in Tokyo"  -  3:47

Farewell, Song Joong Ki & Seo Hyo Rim..

Ellow..

First & for most, I just wanna commemorate my post to these actor and actress; they may not be part of Hallyu Wave, but they are one of the most interesting, yet cute pair I've ever watch. They debuted late in acting scene, but their "chemistry" between them have made them loveable and hv huge fandom across Asia, credits to KBS World's live show KBS Music Bank; should u hv known if u'r Korean entertainment fans, it's Song Joong Ki and Seo Hyo Rim.

It's hard to say that they are at the end of time, as today marks their last appearance as MC in Music Bank (Well, I knew that it's time for them to bid farewell, just waiting for time 2 come). Should I explain u'all more, lets start with some pictures.

Song Joong Ki







Seo Hyo Rim








                                                                  

Joong Ki & Hyo Rim First Broadcast

Joong Ki & Hyo Rim Last Broadcast

My Favourite Korean Video Clip

Let's see which one I like the most?? Can u say this is my Chart??
Hehe...


Girls' Day - Nothing Last Forever


Trax - Oh! My Goddess




Co-ed School - Bbiribbom Bberibbom

I think 4 now, these 3 are the most favourite..
mybe nxt week i'll post another of my "hit" k...
c ya..

Continue My Journey

Welcome back...

Some of my friends have told me, you just post about girl groups, but what about boys???
Seems that I should post some from the boys...

1. DBSK (Dong Bang Shin Ki, or "The Rising Sun of the East")


from left : Xiah Junsu, Micky Yoochun, Hero Jaejoong, Max Changmin, U-Know Yunho

Company : SM Entertainment
Debut : December 26, 2003
Hit Song : Mirotic, Purple Line, O~Jung Ban Hap, Rising Sun, Tri-Angle

2. SS501 (pronounce Double S-501)


from left : Park Jung Min, Kim Hyung Jun, Kim Hyun Joong, Kim Kyu Jong, Heo Young Saeng

Company : DSP Entertainment
Debut : June 8, 2005
Hit Song : Love Ya, Love Like This, 4 Chance, Unlock, Snow Prince

3. Super Junior


stand (from left) : Shindong, Yesung, Heechul, Siwon, Hankyung, Kangin, Leeteuk
sit (from left) : Kyuhyun, Donghae, Sungmin, Kibum, Eunhyuk, Ryeowook

Company : SM Entertainment
Debut : November 6, 2005
Hit Song : Sorry Sorry, U, Don't Don, TwinS, Bonamana

4. Big Bang


from left : T.O.P, G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung, Seungri

Company : YG Entertainment
Debut : August 19, 2006
Hit Song : Lies, Last Farewell, Day By Day, Sunset Glow, Oh My Friend

5. FT Island (Five Treasure Island)


from left : Lee Jaejin, Song Seunghyun, Lee Hongki, Choi Minhwan, Choi Jonghun

Company : F&C Music
Debut : May 27, 2007
Hit Song : Love Sick, Until You Come Back, Thunder, I Hope, Love Love Love

6. Supernova (a.k.a Cho Shin Sung)


from left : Sungje, Geonil, Sungmo, Yunhak, Kwangsu, Jihyuk

Company : Core Contents Media
Debut : September 17, 2007
Hit Song : Super Star, HIT, Romance, The Day That I Missed You

7. SHINee


from left : Onew, Taemin, Jonghyun, Minho, Key

Company : SM Entertainment
Debut : May 25, 2008
Hit Song : Replay (Noona You're So Pretty), Love Like Oxygen, Juliette, Ring Ding Dong, Lucifer

8. 2AM


from left : Changmin, Seulong, Jo Kwon, Jinwoon

Company : JYP Entertainment
Debut : July 11, 2008
Hit Song : This Song, Confession of A Friend, Lost, Can't Let You Go Even If I Die, I Did Wrong

9. 2PM


from left : Junsu, Chansung, Junho, Jaebeom, Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Wooyoung

Company : JYP Entertainment
Debut : September 4, 2008
Hit Song : 10 Points Out Of 10 Points, Only You, Again & Again, Heartbeat, Without U

10. U-KISS


from left : Eli, Dongho, Soohyun, Kibum, Kevin, Alexander, Kiseop

Company : NH Media
Debut : August 28, 2008
Hit Song : Only One, Come To Me, Man Man Ha Ni, Round & Round, What

11. MBLAQ (Music Boys Live in Absolute Quality)


from left : Mir, Thunder, G.O., Lee Joon, Seungho

Company : J.Tune Entertainment
Debut : October 14, 2009
Hit Song : Oh Yeah, G.O.O.D Luv, Y, One Better Day

12. Beast (Boys of the EAst Standing Tall)


from left : Doojoon, Dongwoon, Yoseob, Gikwang, Hyunseung, Junhyung


Company : Cube Entertainment
Debut : October 14, 2009
Hit Song : Bad Girl, Mystery, Shock, Special, Take Care of My Girlfriend

13. CN Blue (Code Name Blue)


from left : Jungshin, Jonghyun, Yonghwa, Minhyuk

Company : F&C Music
Debut : January 14, 2010 (Korea)
Hit Song : Now or Never, Love Revolution, I'm A Loner, Love, Black Flower

14. F.Cuz


from left : Jinon, Yejun, Lee U, Kan

Company : CAN&J's Entertainment
Debut : January 8, 2010
Hit Song : Jiggy, No One

15. ZE:A (Children Of Empire)


from left : Hyungshik, Taehun, Kevin, Heechul, Junyoung, Dongjoon, Siwan, Minwoo, Kwanghee

Company : Star Empire Entertainment
Debut : January 7, 2010,
Hit Song : Mazeltov, All Day Long, Level Up

Of course, not all of the current idols are listed (some of them are disbanded, other very new, no data about them or inactive during this post is created), but maybe some info may help u all.. Enjoy....