Kim Hyun Joong is busily recording for his solo album

SS501’s leader, Kim Hyun Joong, is finally working towards releasing his debut solo album!

On March 24th, a representative from KeyEast Entertainment spoke through OSEN and revealed, “Kim Hyun Joong has been living in the recording room and is busily recording his newest tracks. Since it is his first solo album apart from his group, he’s filled with both determination and effort.”

Aside from attending photoshoot schedules, the singer/actor has cleared everything in his path so that he could focus entirely on his music. Whether it’s night or day, representatives revealed that he would be seen in and out of the recording room for hours on end, surprising everyone with his passion.

The representative continued, “He’s been expressing his ideas and opinions on his album’s concept and the tracks to be included. He’s working very hard to exude a different charm as a soloist, which will distinguish him from his usual image as a SS501 member. “

His solo album will be released by May at the earliest, or by June at the latest.

Source: OSEN via Nate

Kim Haneul and Jang Geun Suk to star in a New Movie

Actress Kim Haneul has a new pet in the form of Jang Geun Suk!

Kim Haneul and Jang Geun Suk will star in a new film titled, “You are My Pet,” a story about growing up through understanding and caring for one another as pet owner and her pet. The original story was written by the Japanese writer Yayoi Ogawa and was later adapted into a popular TBS drama starring Matsumoto Jun.

FT Island’s Lee Hongki confirmed Kim Hyo Jin’s tweet earlier today that announced the main cast members of the upcoming Korean film that also includes fellow FT Island member Choi Jong Hun.

In the film, Kim Haneul plays ‘Eunee,’ a beautiful and successful woman who is socially awkward. Jang Geun Suk plays ‘Inho,’ an aspiring danseur / ballerino extremely popular amongst women. Through certain circumstances, Inho will live with Eunee as her pet and display various sides of a pretty boy.

According to Kim Hyo Jin’s tweet, a press conference for the production will take place on March 3rd at Ibaraki Airport. The filming will begin in May in both Korea and Japan.

Source: Movie Week, @skullhong, @jonekimhyojin

Japanese version of Park Jung Min’s “Not Alone” released

After completing a successful promotion for his solo debut in Korea, SS501’s Park Jung Min has headed over to Japan with YAMAHA Music Media for the release of the Japanese version of “Not Alone.”

The release is in the form of a CD Book, which combines a physical CD along with a 8 page A5 sized photo book. Park Jung Min has been quite busy over the last few days promoting this with events in Kobe and Tokyo.

Following his Japanese tour, he will go to Taiwan to hold his Taiwanese showcase and fan meeting on February 20th, which will kick off his official activities for his Asian tour promotions.


SOURCE : allkpop/Tip: flowerz0524

Park Jung Min to hold Japanese showcase

After completing a successful promotion for his solo debut, SS501’s Park Jung Min has headed over to Japan with YAMAHA Music Media for the release of “Not Alone.”

The singer will be holding a celebratory showcase on February 13th in Kobe and on the 14th in Tokyo, and will be performing alongside the Abingdon Boys School’s SUNAO and Toshiyuki Kishi.

The Japanese media is already hyping the release, as many are anticipating his collaboration with two of the biggest names of Abingdon Boys School. Park Jung Min will be presenting not only his solo album, but SS501 songs and other famous J-pop tracks as well.

Following his Japanese showcase will be his Taiwanese showcase and fan meeting on February 20th, which will kick off his official activities for his Asian tour promotions.

Source + Photos: Newsen via Daum

Park Jung Min transforms into a rocker and says goodbye on ‘M! Countdown’

SS501’s Park Jung Min has gone for a rocker look in his latest stage performance!

With this being his final performance for “Not Alone“, he’s gone and prepared a special concert-like stage performance for ‘M! Countdown‘, which also includes “Do You Know“.

After ending his short one month promotion, Park Jung Min will now prepare for his Japanese activities.

Source: MK via Nate

SS501’s Kim Kyu Jong on acting, his group, and their new album

After parting ways with DSP Media last year, the members of SS501 have demonstrated what it was like to be ’separate but together’. Kim Hyun Joong has established himself as an actor, and Park Jung Min returned with his first solo album, “Not Alone“.

Kim Kyu Jong is also standing before the starting line of his new acting career after he joined B2M Entertainment, the agency of fellow member Heo Young Saeng.

The aspiring actor recently took part in an interview with Daily Sports and revealed that he will be working against his ‘flower boy’ charms in an attempt to become a more skilled actor.

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Q. “How’s it like working on your own now?”

Kyu Jong: “It makes me think a lot about being with my members. We used to joke and play around without rest, but now that I’m alone, the feeling’s difficult to express. It feels kind of empty.”

Q. “Are you studying acting now?”

Kyu Jong: “I get trained about two to three times a week for two hours at a time. When I was with SS501, I received some acting experiences through music videos and variety programs; now that I’m entering the world of professionals, I have to do it properly. There’s a lot of pressure, but my eyes have been opened to the charms of acting, and I’m full with excitement. There’s a drama I’m currently in discussions for, so the decision will be out soon.”

Q. “What kind of actor do you want to become?”

Kyu Jong: “I want to succeed with my skills, not with my ‘flower boy’ image. I am a part of a ‘flower boy’ group, but that doesn’t make me one. …I’m planning to prepare myself so that I can act in a way that delivers my emotions to the audience. I love actor Ha Jung Woo’s acting, so I study his works a lot. He’s especially amazing in the movie, ‘Amazing Day.’”

Q. “Do you meet with the SS501 members often?”

Kyu Jong: “All five of us haven’t been able to meet at one location yet because one or two is always out on another schedule. Young Saeng-hyung is in the same agency as me, so we meet often and give each other advice. He’s preparing for his solo album right now, and I accompanied him on his trip to the U.S. and met his album representatives; I also got to listen to his songs. I call Jung Min often and even monitor his stages. Sometimes I’ll even grab drinks with Hyun Joong-hyung.”

Q. “You must be worried about different things now that your solo activities are coming up.”

Kyu Jong: “Before, the members could carry me, but now I have no one to depend on and must take responsibility for myself. Of course I’m worried, but I’m sure I’ll improve myself through this opportunity. I’ve begun to see things that I didn’t notice when we were together. I’ll see the members doing their individual activities and wonder to myself where these different images they’re expressing were hiding. Every time I feel that they’ve grown. I feel really proud and become motivated to do better myself. I think we’ve become like a whip for one another.”

Q. “Aren’t there a lot of hardcore SS501 fans?”

Kyu Jong: “I once told my fans to restrict waiting outside our homes; in return, I would treat them better in concert or broadcast halls. Ever since then, there’s been a lot less sasaeng fans. My father often tells me to treat them well when they come to me, because who will be there 10 years from now. It’s true, don’t you think? I live feeling thankful that they like me.”

Q. “When will SS501’s album be released?”

Kyu Jong: “I’m thinking sometime near the year-end. Our agencies are all different, so it’s difficult to get things moving. Since all of our members are on the same page of remaining together, the results of that desire will come out soon.”

Source: JoongAng Daily via Nate

Stars shock with hot kiss performances at “2011 Star Dance Battle”!

Stars have been ceaselessly presenting kiss performances!

On MBC’s “2011 Star Dance Battle“, Park Jung Min and Han Groo, as well as U-KISS’s Soohyun and Jang Young Ran, have revealed their own unique kiss performances.

Having comeback as a solo artist, SS501’s Park Jung Min performed a kiss scene in a musical style, proposing to Han Groo who had just visited a club. Right then, he performed the hot kiss scene which drew many jealous yells and applauses from the audience.

Han Groo (also known as ‘Apgujung’s UEE‘) danced to Kim Wan Sun, Uhm Jung Hwa, and BoA’s songs in an earlier stage, gaining attention from many male artists.

Another hot subject at the dance battle was the kiss performance between U-KISS’s Soohyun and Jang Young Ran performing to Taeyang’s “I Need A Girl“. They also parodied the famous ‘foam kiss’ from “Secret Garden“, and garnered a shocked audience from the audience.

Soohyun’s kiss with Jang Young Ran was also revealed to be the U-KISS member’s first-ever kiss on TV, adding yet another element to the shock factor.

We’re definitely on the lookout for videos, so stay tuned!

Source: Newsen via Nate

Park Jung Min shows you how to spell his name correctly in Chinese

Park Jung Min, who recently made his comeback with the single, “Not Alone“, also has a Facebook profile (you can actually add him as a friend)!

He recently put up an adorable video on his profile showing fans how to spell his name in Chinese. It’s probably a good thing to do, as he’s preparing for his Taiwanese drama debut, followed by promotions in Japan and China as well.

He’s got a jam-packed, hectic schedule for 2011, so keep a lookout for this busy star as he moves from country to country!

Check out the video here.

Source: Park Jung Min’s Facebook

CNBLUE comeback slated for February!

CNBLUE has just put up a ticker on their website for their comeback in February!

From the looks of it with the countdown, the band is going to release their first full album on DAY-25 (February 25th). BOICEs, I’m sure you all will figure out the math and calculate the exact day their album is going to be released.

Source: CNBLUE Official site

Actor Jang Geun Suk, who is planning on releasing a Japanese single in March, has ranked highly in the pre-order ranking charts.

On January 29th, Jang Geun Suk’s entertainment company, Tree Company, revealed that Jang Geun Suk’s first Japanese single has ranked 1st on a Japanese online music site, HMV.

Jang Geun Suk has already shown off his amazing vocal skills in various drama OSTs, and has received a lot of interest from Japanese fans due to the Asia Tour he did last year.

Jang Geun Suk’s Japanese representatives have revealed, “Jang Geung Suk has recieved a lot of interest because of the drama, ‘You’re Beautiful.’ Lately, K-Pop is receiving an overwhelming interest in Japan. We are very happy to announce that new Hallyu star Jang Geun Suk’s upcoming single has ranked 1st on the pre-order charts.”

On March 23rd, Jang Geun Suk wil release his first Japanese single. Following that, on March 27th, Jang Geun Suk will have a showcase with 15,000 fans at the Big Site Concert Hall.

Source + Picture: Star News

Jang Geun-suk Releases Japanese Debut Album

Young drama prince Jang Geun-suk will show what he’s got in his first album.

Bringing on the producers who helped create some of his tracks for last drama “Mary Stayed Out All Night“, the 23 year old talent will release his debut album in Japan on March 23rd.

Jang Geun Suk, known for both singing and acting, has captured the hearts of his audience with such hit dramas as “You’re Beautiful” and “Beethoven Virus” to which he has contributed to OST.

To celebrate the album’s release, Jang Geun Suk will be holding a showcase on the 27th, coming only months after his previous tour.

Looks like Japan is the go place for everyone these days, lets just hope its an actual album and not some compilation of all his previous works translated to Japanese.

Source: Pony Canyon

SS501’s Park Jung Min reveals his thoughts on working as a solo artist

Despite his seven-year career in the music industry, SS501’s Park Jung Min has been dealing with a lot of ‘firsts’ ever since he returned with his solo album, “Not Alone.”

Out of all five of his fellow group members, he’s the first to officially kick off a solo career. Although he originally intended to return last November, he delayed it for two months out of respect for the Yeonpyeong Island skirmish.

He began, “I attempted for the first time to write all of the songs in the album. I wanted to deliver my honest thoughts through my own voice. I’ve always liked drawing and writing, but it was an aspect of myself that I wasn’t able to express with SS501. I’m planning to write the lyrics for every new song that will be out under my name. The thought of someone reading my lyrics made me feel shy and pressured at first, but writing little by little brought out a sort of excitement.”

When asked about the differences between performing as a soloist and with a group, he replied, “There’s no time to rest as a soloist, since I have to do everything on my own. With SS501, I was able to sleep when the other members went into filming (laughter). As a soloist, all of the focus is on me.”

Park Jung Min then revealed that he underwent a 12 kg weight loss. “It’s difficult to lose weight the first time, but now, no matter how much I eat, I just don’t gain weight. My basic stamina has improved. Even though my schedule is busy, I try to fit in exercise. Kim Jong Guk-hyung, Super Junior, and SHINee all come to my gym. Since all of their bodies are shaping up, I can’t lose to them, now can I?”

The star also discussed SS501’s new group album, which is scheduled for release later this year. “Once SS501’s schedule is confirmed, I’m planning to postpone my personal activities. As opposed to going out of everyone’s way to make it happen, I’d rather that we just naturally came together.”

His goal for the new year is to tour at least five countries. Park Jung Min explained, “Park Jung Min is part of SS501, but through my solo album, I want to let the public know who I am. My 2011 goal is to become a man that people want to hug (laughter). Since I am of age now (25), I want to express a more masculine aspect of myself.”

Source: Newsen via Nate

Jang Geun Suk and Moon Geun Young looking lovely on set of “Mary Stayed Out All Night”

Never-before-seen cuts of KBS 2TV’s latest drama, “Mary Stayed Out All Night,” were recently revealed.

Being of the same age and having previous work experience as child actors, Jang Geun Suk and Moon Geun Young share a special relationship.

Regarding Jang Geun Suk, Moon Geun Young commented, “Geun Suk has a lot of interest in acting. He’s always livening up the set atmosphere and we connect on a lot of levels so I’m learning a lot from him.”

Jang Geun Suk complimented back, “Geun Young is always respectful, bowing and greeting the staff members before anyone else. She has a lot of energy in that small body of hers. She’s such a bright, strong friend that being with her makes me feel better.”

Other staff members that observed the two commented, “Just looking at them, anyone can tell that they’re a lovely couple. They both help everyone feel comfortable on set and maintain a happy atmosphere.”


-note-...they've been awarded best couple in KBS DRAMA AWARD 2010

Source + Photos: TVDaily

SHINee wins popularity award at the “2011 Asia Model Awards Ceremony”

SHINee made an appearance at one of Asia’s biggest modeling events, the “2011 Asia Model Awards Ceremony“.

Held on January 21st at the Seoul Marriott Hotel, models from Korea, China, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Mongolia each represented their home countries under the slogan, ‘Asia Is One,’ in an effort to improve the modeling industry.

The boys were not only fawned over, but they also won the ‘BBF Popular Singer Award‘!

Congratulations, boys!

Source: Newsen via Nate

p/s....this post is different from coz is about K-POP...i do have interest in SHINee...heheheheehe...