[NEWS ! ] KimHyunJoong leaves SS501 but will remain good friends with the member

It has been known that Kim Hyun Joong has left SS501 and DSP entertainment as his 5 year exclusive contract has expired earlier this month and signs with Keyeast Entertainment.

Keyeast said that after the contract ended with DSP on June 7 to 12, Kim Hyun Joong has been receiving a lot of love calls from other agencies and later decided to transfer to Keyeast Entertainment which is known for it's world class actors and actresses

However, There is no conflict with DSP nor with the members, Kim Hyun Joong transferred due to his own interest. Keyeast said on the 29th, "Kim Hyun Joong is going to maintain his good relationships with the members of SS501".

DSP Entertainment said that they are unsure whether to continue SS501 with 4 members or recruit a new member, or such, they have no plans for SS501's next step yet.

Accordingly, When the contract ended on June 7, Kim Hyun Joong will be having a solo career, but the 4 members of SS501 have renewed their contracts with their current agency DSP Entertainment, and the members have already agreed on releasing an album as a group in the future.

DSP Entertainment are stil considering their options on the next step of SS501 without their leader Kim Hyun Joong.

Source: Newsen

Credits: Blueprincess824 @ Dailykpopnews
 
 
kAo: NOOOOO! i can't believe it ! :(( why so sudden ? D; SS501 won't be the same ! why it have to be like this ? .......
Leader Joongie ! don't leave them ! ... even it;s your desire to leave , i can't accpet it . i'll try to understand.. but , it wont be SS501 but SS401 ! T^T
I'm sure Triple S is very sad right now ... FOREVER FIVE ! TripleS will alwyas with you .. *cries*

[Me2Day] 100626 f(Amber & Luna)

Amber

Tada! It’s art ㅋㅋ It’s a joke and recently I was on Cooking Challenge2!! I did it ㅋㅋ This time it’s Kimchi Fried Riceㅎㅎ Is it good?? Sulli taught me ㅋ The description will follow^^ But it was caught too long!!!ㅠㅠㅠ What will I try?? Will try to do better~!!

Translations by AA-Chan

Luna

안녕하세요~에프엑스 루나입니다^^어제 뮤직뱅크 스페셜무대 정말열심히했는데 ㅋ 잘 보셨어요? 오늘도 월드컵 16강 경기 우리 함께 응원 잊지말아요^^ 뒤에 수정이도 ㅋㅋㅋ

Hi~ It's f(x)'s Luna^^ We worked really hard during yesterday's Music Bank special stage ke Did you watch it well? Today's the World Cup round 16 match. Don't forget to cheer altogether^^ Behind me is Soojung kekeke
 
Translated by: Beena @ iheartf(x).com/forums

The Real KimHyunJoong :)

seriously, even without looking this video , i know the truth .. xD
the truth that makes me fall for him ;D
and there's a LOT more truth that most of the fan doesn't noticed yet ~

kAo

KhunToria ~! ^^ + [extra] GaKwon :D

 

kyaaaahhh! i'm being attract by KhunToria (WGM) couple ! ------ currently waiting the first episode >_<

but , still ... GaKwon is DAEBAK ! xDD the cutest couple ^^ ~

who knows... maybe KhunToria will be more cute ? i can't compare them now since the 1st episode is not aired yet .. :x

Let us wait and see :D

kAo

Man Man Ha Ni Trot Version . They're funny! xD

I don't know what's wrong with Alexander !

hahahahaha , stupid funny voice! ><

U-Kiss ( Alexander , Eli & Kevin ) Funny cut XD

Hahahahah , Alexander ! I love you ! ><

I didn't care if people said they're gay , people didn't know the truth :p

2NE1 in Etude’s Pink Concert

Beauty brand, Etude, will hold their Pink Concert on August 20. Scheduled to appear are their Etude models girlgroup, 2NE1, and popular actor, Lee Min-Ho. The concert will be held at the Riverside Park, where aside from the concert, fun Etude games would be played as part of their campaign.



Lee Min-Ho, who is currently taking a break after finishing his drama, is greatly anticipated by fans, as this would be his first time directly meeting them, as part of Etude House. While girlgroup, 2NE1, who is also on hiatus as they are preparing for their full album, is expected to have a passionate stage for this special occasion.


In addition to the 2NE1 concert, plus the Etude make-up campaign, there are also other activities lined up, like photo sessions, and the appearance of a popular DJ, which is sure to guarantee a fun summer night.


Credits:


Source: http://morningnews.c…690976624030006


Translated by: knucklepink@YGLadies.com

Hara

T.O.P “Ah, I really don’t want to become sensible…”

Reminder: TOP’s Star Diary series is written in his point of view, as if he is writing a journal entry.



I’m starting to feel the horror of war from filming Into the Gunfire. A bomb explodes just a few steps in front of me. It’s a different feeling from filming a drama.


Eye expression is important. I have to empty myself and convey student soldier lieutenant Oh Jang Bum to the audience. I think all the times I stood on stage as Big Bang is helping with my eye expression in acting. It’s because there were many times when I would convey my emotion to the audience with my eyes on stage. Conveying my own emotions to others in this way is what gives me the most joy.


On this movie set, I’m the youngest. I’ve started to get to know my seniors. They are carrying and guiding me, who knows nothing, who is ridiculous. Filming with all men is fun. I get envious of my seniors and the the stability they find with their families. I hadn’t ever thought of marriage before. Seeing my seniors, I’ve started to really think that I want to get married. Is it because I’m lonely.


But work is still first. I want to lose my mind in my work when I’m young. I want to go with the flow. Freedom is the most important thing that I’m made up of. I think filming this movie has increased my sensitivity. My personality has changed a lot too. Should I say that I’ve learned how to see through a child’s eyes. On the other hand, I feel like my inner self is slowly growing. Hanging out with my seniors is starting to make me more sensible. Ah, I don’t want to become sensible…



Thanks to seungie
 

Hara

F(x), Cute “V”(peace)

At KBS Cool.FM 

" Amber’s Look Strong "

xD

 Sulli is really cute >w< !

kAo

[NEWS] 100618 f(x) NU ABO abs dance – Krystal fans like it while Sulli fans are against it

f(x) youngest member Krystal talks about an episode regarding the popular abs dance the group included in their latest hit ‘NU ABO’.


f(x) was on MBC Golden Fishery on 16th June when Krystal talked about the highlight of the performance which is the abs dance, “I thought that a dance step showing our abs would garner interests.”

MC Shin JungHwan then said, “There are critics that the dance step was too wild.” Krystal commented, “In the choreography, we have to lift our shirts. So the degree of exposure depends on the clothes we are wearing for the performance.” Sulli then added, “My fans told me to just pretend to do it and not do it for real.”

And Shin JungHwa asked, “How about Krsytal’s fans?” Krystal answered, “My fans like it.”

S: SeoulNTN
Cr: sookyeong @ K Bites

www.iheartfx.com/forums

aww.. Sulli listens to her fans ^^

i'm a part of Sullians~ i against it too ..

Sullians are DAEBAK!

^^

kAo

Supporting TVXQ! : JaeChunSu Will Work With Kanye West For New Album

Dong Bang Shin Ki’s three members – Xiah Junsu, Micky Yoochun and Youngwoong Jaejoong, who are currently involved in a lawsuit with their management company, SM, will work together with Kanye West, an influential figure in America’s pop music industry, for their upcoming album.

Born in 1977, Kanye West is an African-American producer, and has produced his own debut album “The College Dropout” as a singer in 2004. Thereafter, he went on to release four other albums, all of which topped the Billboard Charts, and have received awards in more than 13 categories in the Grammy Awards. He was once the producer of Jay-Z, Alicia Keys and Janet Jackson, and is currently running a hip-hop record company known as “GOOD Music”. He will, on either the 6th or 7th of this coming August, be headlining in the “Summer Week&T 2010” organized by SK Telecom.

The spokesperson of the three members expressed on the 16th that “they will be going over to Kanye West’s production studio to work on the upcoming album soon. Besides Kanye West, they will also work with pop singer Timbaland in LA and Miami for this production.”

The above matter has been confirmed in Jung Jae Yun’s blog. Jung Jae Yun was once a member of the group SOLID, and on the 15th, he wrote on his blog, stating that “40% of the income of Japanese company, AVEX, comes from Dong Bang Shin Ki alone; (DBSK) are extremely influential artistes. The three members, who were once from Korea’s SM Company, will be releasing a new album, and will be working together with Kanye West and Timbaland for this production.”

Currently, BoA, Seven, Wonder Girls and other Korean singers are carrying out activities in America, but the three members are the first Korean artistes to be able to sign a contract with a professional and influential pop artiste like Kanye West for the release of an album. A related-personale in the music industry shared that “according to composer Kim Hyeongseok, Kanye West has given a high assessment of the abilities of the three members.”

Source: XIAH King + baiduTVXQ
Translation: kimuchi3005 @ OneTVXQ.com
Credits: OneTVXQ.com { One World. One Red Ocean. One TVXQ! }

Invincible Youth new members!

The newest episode of Invincible Youth aired yesterday which featured the three new members: f(x)’s Victoria, After School’s Joo Yeon, and Sori. Koyote’s Kim Jong Min will also be making an appearance on the show for 4 weeks to teach the recently added idols about variety.

The episode started off with introductions and Kim Jong Min was up first. As soon as he entered, the fellow G7 members started to burst into laughter, saying things such as “Why is he here?!” As he stood with the cast, a moment was shortly relived withSecret’s Sunhwa from a past episode of Invincible Youth that Kim Jong Min guested in.

Joo Yeon entered the scene next wearing her Bang! stage clothes and a drum, playing Let’s Do It live with little backtrack. She introduced herself, and a little drama game was played which involved Joo Yeon and T-ara’s Hyomin, and both acting real mad to the point where they were screaming at the top of their lungs. Kim Shin Young had to calm Hyomin down by pulling her aside.

Victoria made quite an awkward entrance as she wore traditional Chinese clothing and started walking as if she was drunk. She performed a dance routine with two glass cups mainly showing off her flexibility. Goo Hara soon after challenged her, to which she did 5 cartwheels in a row, and attempted to go back but didn’t quite make it.

Sori was the last one to appear, making a swift entrance showing off both her dancing skills as well as b-boying skills to various songs including G-Dragon’s Heartbreaker. Kim Jong Min thought he could do better, however didn’t do too well at first. He showed off some of his skills.

the three new members ~

I really love her ! She's gorgeous ! ><

Kangin joins the army on 5th July

The date has been set – Kangin of Super Junior will be joining the army on July 5th, and will fulfill his required military service years as a Korean male.

According to related sources, Kangin will be entering a military training base located in Chongnam Nonsan, as an active-duty soldier. The fact that he’s in full service is very noteworthy, since male celebrities usually opt for public service, which requires less physical activities and working hours.

Kangin had already announced of his plans on entering the army at a fan meeting held on May, promising to return as a better and more mature person. Let’s all wish him the best of luck for the two-year-long journey ahead of him.

kyaa, so many hot , handsome and cool people join the army ! xD

Jae Hee returns from the army

We recently revealed that actors Jae Hee and Jo Hyun Haewill return to their fans after 2 years of serving in the army. The wait is now over, because Jae Hee was finally released from the army today, June 18th.

During an interview, Jae Hee was asked, “Before going into the army, you said you wanted a girlfriend, so do you have one?”

Surprisingly, Jae Hee revealed, “I don’t have a girlfriend, but there is someone I’m keeping my eye on.” He added, “Now that I’m back, I’ll tell her when I’m ready. I tell you if it turns out to be successful.”

When the interviewer asked, “Is she a celebrity?” Jae Hee mysteriously answered,“You’ll see when it’s time.”

OMG , I miss him so much! >< He looks so cool and hot ! <33

f(x)’s Amber makes a llama face

Rising popular girl group f(x) member Amber revealed the story behind her short hair.

On the 16th, the singer revealed through MBC variety talk show Radio Star, “Since I was little, I often heard that I look like a boy.” Additionally, to the question the MC asked of whether SM Entertainmentrecommended Amber to cut her hair short, the f(x) member replied, “No. I just cut it short because it’s easy to take care of.”

Furthermore, comedian Shin Jung Hwan who was present at the show cleverly commented, “I thought Dong Hyun came with makeup on,” making the studio members laugh. Amber then caused more laughter by impersonating the expression of a llama, an animal she’s said to resemble.

f(x) released their first album on May 3rd and are busy promoting their newest songNu ABO.

Taeyang’s Picture & Song Teaser for SOLAR

It was recently announced that Taeyang’s album SOLAR teasers will be released out in a week, but photos and the title of his track was already unleashed via the YG website!

In a white polo undershirt and with what looks like a red jacket, his photo depicts a warm feeling so much different from his melancholic “Wedding Dress” aura. A signature logo that seems to symbolize the sun can also be seen on the picture. After all, SOLAR means SUN, and Taeyang is the Korean word for it.


This album is going to be another unique production because not so many R&B artist produces such vibrant elements of freedom in their albums with that so much colors and brightness as what we see in the picture.

The two tracks in the album are entitled, “SOLAR” as the intro made by Choice37 and the other is “SUPERSTAR” with the lyrics and arrangement made by Teddy. Both names of the tracks is depicting his identity as Taeyang.

The released photo featured his side profile, a popped up collar of white undershirt and his name written in a baroque style.

As of the moment, there is already a prediction that this album is going to be big as that of GD’s Heartbreaker with which an apple is used as the album logo.



This time, Taeyang also did the same thing of trying to represent himself using the “Sun” as a logo. What better way should he present his album, but with a star that may seems like it is the center of the universe, a star shining so brightly, just like his smile and his lovable personality.


Way to go Taeyang! And people grab a copy of the album when it comes out! Twelve more days of waiting…

Hara

YG Family to Heat Up This Summer

Big Bang, 2NE1, Se7en, and even Gummy. YG Family is heating up this summer in the idol world. As the representative of Yang Hyunseok expressed, it’s finally time for the “YG forces to mobilize themselves”.



Ever since last year July when 2NE1 released their mini album, YG Family has not released an offline album (T/N: I think the author of the article made an error – Gummy did release an offline album & Big Bang had their Japanese activities.). With popular idols Big Bang and 2NE1 , as well as Se7en, Gummy, and other top solo artists, the great agency has been on hiatus for one year. Why?


The reason is simple. Yang Hyunseok representatives said “It’s important that our artists succeed with properly composed contents. The YG members have had sufficient time and made new songs and practiced them. In the first half of this year, the reason that there were no properly-made, hit songs was because the contents were simply led by fans demands were insufficient”, “Starting in July, this will all change with the comeback of the YG artists.”


At the climax of the productions, not only is there the main producers of YG – Teddy and Perry, but also special long-term special artists from America that are producing for YG artists. “Previously, even offering them large amounts of money, these are prominent artists who wouldn’t accept the offers”, “However seeing Big Bang and 2NE1, they were impressed. They expressed how even if they were to debut in the American market, they would be incomparable.”


At the sound of the signal, one by one, they’ll be charging at full speed and are planning to take the idol world by storm.


It’s also almost time for 2NE1 to comeback. In the music market, saturated with girl groups that all have similar styles, it is certain that 2NE1 will stimulate their fans with a powerful, destructive force with their comeback, using a combined force of their skill and individuality. These girls, who appeared at Big Bang’s Japanese concert as guests, already are advancing into the world market, starting with their Japanese speaking and receiving high praise from the Japanese audience.


The music market is melting in the heat of the World Cup, with YG Family’s reappearances beginning in July, it seems like it will regain its energy and return interest to the idol world.



Source: http://osen.mt.co.kr/news/view.html?gid=G1006180042



Translated by GEE @ ygladies.com
 

Hara

398 Days: A Quiescent World Without 2NE1

398 Days or 56 Weeks and 6 Days…


That is the exact number of days that fans have been waiting for the return of our favorite KPop super rookies.


The spectacular mix of of sound that are uniquely their own, the bizarre display of colorful costumes that have become their signature, the bombastic live stage performance that drives fans dancing and singing along with them – we miss 2NE1.

We laughed with them in their happiest times, we cried with them when they shed tears of happiness for the success they achieved, we even shouts “Nolja!” with them when we wanted them to do well, and most importantly, we are there for them through everything and anything for 398 days now.



It seems like yesterday when we cheered for them when they blew the candles of the cake that symbolized their 100th day. They’ve grown so much from that day…

Seeing them perform is like watching the resurrection of what we call “Girl Power”, in the real sense of the words. A year later, although the girls are mostly missing in action, the mention of their names brings sparkles in our eyes and smiles in our faces. We have quiet some wonderful, funny and happy times with them.


Fans love them so much that we don’t really mind giving them the most expensive and luxurious gifts, and that is because they never fail to show us their love.


Updating her me2day almost daily, we are very much thankful to Dara for always being there when the cravings are way too much, when it feels like we could no longer stand waiting.


Even just a simple peek at stalker pictures of them makes the excitement even more worse. It is almost unbearable anymore. It is not the duration of the wait that is painstaking but the thoughts of uncertainties – when, what, how, why. So many questions, there are no clues for the answer.


Without them, it is one quiet world, void of life, of those hearty laughters, of colors and everything else that is 2ne1.


There are speculations here and everywhere, antis and lovers… – still, we miss 2NE1…


Please come back soon!

Hara

Big Bang on Television Mag: Editor’s Comments

T.O.P

T.O.P



“Please Propose To Me At A Quiet Place”


T.O.P completed most of his shots, such as holding a mug cup, in a cool and fashion-model-like sense.


However, when we passed him the cat-shaped cushion, he showed the above mild expression (↑) as if he was holding something he truely loved.


We prepared five kinds of flowers including gerberas and dahlias for the shooting. He chose the red rose out directly! With the rose, he showed us a variety of charismatic poses such as kissing and winking to the flower.

Taeyang

SOL



No Matter Females or Males, I Look At Their Eyes First

Taeyang appeared at the studio wearing sunglasses.


When we asked him,’ Could we take your photos without the sunglasses?’


He was a bit embarrassed but answered politely in Japanese:’Can I take several shots with these (sunglasses) first, and then without them?’


When it was his turn to do the shot with the flowers, Taeyang chose the sunflower and did a pose which he pressed the flower against the wall. The unique idea made everyone laugh.

Daesung

D-Lite



I Will Check Girls’ Smiling Faces

Daesung is the energetic member who shared with us his many expression.


When we requested him to ‘Show a happy face!’, he made a cute and bright smile in fron of us. A smile that looked pure and innocent.（↑）


His other random expressions were also glamorous! He even showed us his cool face when we asked him for a cool pose.

Yet, during the next shot, he amused the staff by puffing out his cheeks while showing us his biceps.

Seungri

V.I



I Will Not Leave My Mobile Because I Cannot Stand Being Alone


When Seungri saw the monkey speaker that was playing Big Bang’s music, he immediately did the same pose for us.


Nevertheless, maybe he found it difficult to remain standing so he soon started to explore his surroundings restlessly. He moved a chair from nearby to the shooting spot by himself and also tried several times to mimic the monkey’s poses.


Out of all the colourful glasses laid on the table, Seungri chose the black ones. How do you find Seungri in this boy-with-glasses fashion?


We think that suits him!

G-Dragon

I Like Girls Who Work Hard For Their Jobs!



He may look shy, but G-Dragon is actually the one with the most number of different poses.


When showing his expressions for a series of emotions:sadness, anger, surprise and happiness, he would do poses such as holding his head, and screaming.


When we asked him, ‘Please show the expression when you fall in love.’


He replied, ‘That (request) is just what I want!’ while starting to put his hands together in front of his mouth. Those actions were really cute.


To accompany the monkey softtoy which would shake its head according to the rythm of music, G-Dragon also shook his head left and right~



Scans: DCGD + DCTOP + Tisya@bigbangupdates


Text: Tisya@bigbangupdates


Translated by Jane@bigbangupdates

Hara

Remembering SO-1 [B2st/Beast] and His Message to Big Bang

There were little things in our past that no matter how much we try to forget, they keep on haunting, but one day, we may be able to look back and realize they were something big or they have made quiet an impact making us what we are today.




This guy certainly have lots of memories in the past. He was able to see yesterday, and now that he has been living today, he certainly has no more fears of what is in store for him in the future. The path is certainly clear, not down but up.


Remember SO-1? We all know he had been at one point a part of Big Bang and the YG Family of artists. Who did not shed a tear the day he left? It was a painful memory to recall even for viewers and fans, how much more to him?


It is a relief though that he was able to find theright path towards happiness. In his own words, he doesn’t really need anything but a place where he could enjoy his music and a dance floor where he could get his groove on.



He is now a member of B2st/Beast, and although it is still a new band still trying to create their own mark in the industry, they are gaining lots of popularity. They have just recently visited the Philippines, and had their successful concert.


In the two albums that were released, SO-1 did not fail to give thanks to his friends and former colleagues, Big Bang.






1st album:

Now my big time sunbaes in the music industry! BIGBANG!!!^^ Because it was out of love, I always bothered Jiyong hyung nonstop! Youngbae hyung the solo singer who is full of win! Turtle Seunghyun hyung! Daesung who I laughed in watching Family Outing! Seunghyun ah (referring to Seungri), you’re the best kekeke! Sunbaenim~ Look out for me and be nice to me in trying hard^^

2nd album:

BIG BANG! From head to toe they’re stylish~ Busy jiyong hyung and Youngbae hyung, who’s artist mindset I’d like to have. I’m going to be like hyung someday… ^^ Seunghyun hyung who reserved tuna, Daesung who has a lot of talents, and Seunghyunnie who has lots of confidence!

Hara

TV Guide’s Featured Series – Tell Me T.O.P

Vol.1 Tell Me More About T.O.P



T.O.P: At the beginning, I have never imagined that Big Bang could be so widely received in Japan. On one hand, I was worried that our Korean fans might feel lonely after we left for Japan. On the other hand, I wondered if we could become popular in Japan since our music style seemed to be different compared to Japanese artists.


However, probably due to our uniqueness and our unrestrained performances on the stage, we are able to be accepted as the new image which contrasts against the mainstream fashion.


Our music nowadays attracts more music lovers as well as male fans. I am thankful to their supports!!



T.O.P’s Q&A


① Which song would you like to share with your beloved one?


Gara Gara GO!!.


I want to build up a relationship that my lover and I could help each other during difficult times. With the flow of Gara Gara GO!! Hopefully we can spend a happy life together.


② Is there any Japanese song in your i-pod?


I do not put Japanese songs in my i-pod. I like La mer by Nine Inch Nails.


③ What is the moment that makes you think you are the coolest?


I would say moments when I am performing. Times when I am on the stage or in the scope of the camera.


In normal life… I think I am just so so


④ If you were a girl, who would you choose to be your lover amongst the members?


This question! Really~ I’ve been asked about the same question for many times. The answer is myself.



⑤ What do you think is the cute part of Japanese/Korean girls?


Japanese girls are able to express their own characteristics freely. However, they know the means to protect themselves and are more careful than they appear to be.


In contrast, Korean girls may look confined but they actually have more bolding ideas than one could imagine. I find them cool.




⑥ Where would you go for a date?


Daikanyama! It’s a place with few people. I want to have afternoon tea in one of the stylish cafes there. Moreover, you can find elegant wine bars there. Isn’t it great to have a date at the open terrace of an Italian wine bar?




⑦ What attracts your attention in Japanese convenient stores?


(After hearing SOL’s answer “Tamago” (eggs), he wanted to make it rhyme, so he answered:) For me, “Tabacco”. I’m just kidding!




⑧Among all curries sold in CoCo Ichibanya* (the favourite of the five of them), which topping do you like?


Though I will definitely eat CoCo Ichi’s curry if we come to Japan, I am not a huge fan of curry. Therefore, I am not particular with the types of topping. Something simple would be fine.




⑨ What do you always have in your bag?


Dior Homme fragrance. I’ve been using it for many years.



⑩ What do you think you will become in 10 years time?


I believe I’ll be a person who always care about the others regardless of being an artist or an actor.


I want to become someone who can live up on expectations. Someone who stands at the top just like my name T.O.P.


* Note: CoCo Ichibanya, is the largest chain among Japanese curry restaurants in Japan.


Source: TV Guide


Scans: as tagged + verdad@DCTOP


Translated by Jane@bigbangupdates

Hara

“Into the Fire” is #1 in Box Office

The movie, “Into the Fire”, starring Choi Seung Hyun (T.O.P), Kwon Sang Woo, Cha Seung Won, Kim Seung Woo has hit the number 1 in the box office with over 100,000 viewers.



According to The Film Council Cinema Ticket Integrated Network, the movie (released on the 16th), has already 114,131 viewers nationwide on the first day and has a total views of 249,223. The movie “The Servant” which took 2 weeks to reach the number one on box office has lost its position to “Into the Fire.


“The Servant” had 58,882 audience on the day and the total number of views is 1,883,244.


“Into the Fire is has the highest selling number of tickets and it is estimated that “The Servant” will loose its movie booking rates baton to “Into the fire” and become second in the movie booking rates. “Into the Fire” is rated 12+ and has some unique blockbuster features that Koreans haven’t seen for a long time. Therefore, many people are showing their interests towards the movie.


“Into the Fire” is based on a true story of 71 glorious student solders, found near harbour of Poh during the Korean war. “Into the Fire” has now grabbed the movie “The Moment to Remember’s” (directed by Lee Jae Han and about to be introduced to Hollywood) microphone and getting all the attention.


Also, “Into the Fre” was selected to play as the closing movie in Hawaii International Film Festival.


Source: Osen

Hara

A Closer Look at a Man who is T.O.P

Choi Seung Hyun, from the popular Korean boy group, Big Bang, also known as T.O.P/Tempo showed a different side of himself when he starred in a war movie that has newly been released. It looks like the young musician have realized his childhood dream of becoming an actor.

TOP in his younger years is just like an ordinary kid, getting himself his own personal battles inculcating within him a certain type of fear…but the fear of it has been gone, that he gained more confidence when he finished filming “Into the Fire”. He surely learned a lot from his sunbaes who spent decades mastering the art.

Outside, he would look like a wolf ready to devour anyone in his most piercing gaze and a seemingly cold demeanor, but his true form is a gentle sheep behind his tough, strong facade. Standing along with the other four popular members, he is the quiet guy who would rather stay at the back while the others speaks out.

An interview was released by ASIAE in the diary section of the site, exploring his feelings, his thoughts and his real self. In the interview, he stated that he showed his most genuine self when he filmed the movie.


He was greatly absorbed into the character of Lt. Oh Jang Bum — a boy with a lot of uncertainties of tomorrow, a boy with a lot of burdens and loads he has to carry on his shoulders. TOP felt that same pressure growing up mature in a very short time.


T.O.P unexpectedly is a very eloquent guy, with deep emotions and a sincere, sensitive character. He would utter words that aren’t even found on the lyrics of his rap parts, sharing some complex fragments of his mind.

The man that is T.O.P is an imaginary being, someone the young Seung Hyun drew in his head, someone he created, someone that he is himself but with a separate entity. The guy is the tough, arrogant-looking, a smooth talker and a rapper — a counterpart of the humble, sensitive and mature guy answering the interview. We love that coolness and hotness that is T.O.P! Nonetheless, he is the same guy who is behind this beautiful piece of art.

Could this be the other side of him that he was looking for as shown in the Big Bang documentary?


The unique thing of being a guy with a dual character is that his musical side has been mixed with his ability to act in front of the camera, thus he delivers much more than what we expected. As well all know, this side of him did not surface before, this one is definitely not the T.O.P that are driving fans to go screaming when he is rocking the stage.


He is the same guy with complicated thoughts and yet he would manage to write down lyrics for others to give their own meanings to what he has written. He has a creative mind, and growing up into a more mature person, and knowing how high his musical capability is, he seeks into the world of music seeing it in a different light, a fresh new one with lots of fusions.

I’m going to extend my view, and I want each and every song to be like a different album. I hope it is able to communicate with the public and I want to write unique lyrics. As I grow attachment to the album, I feel like my responsibility to it is growing as well.

Moreover, he doesn’t let himself be controlled by the public, instead he shares something unique about his music, that whatever he does, he turns and switch it into something big. Their president has lots of confidence in him.

With a great company backing him up, with good friends and brothers that are always behind him, and wonderful 2NE1 sisters to support him. TOP is definitely on the top of the world.

- Queenstrike

Note: This article is supposed to be about Into the Fire hitting #1 at the box office but since there are a lot of TOP feeds lately, I decided to convert this one into a more meaningful article. Enjoy!

HARA