Saturday, September 3, 2011

[News] Kim Hyun Joong - Could the K-Pop boom resurrect Korea’s offline music market? [03.09.11]




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The global popularity of K-Pop just may be the answer to Korea’s dying offline music market, which has been more and more apparent with the big shift to digital music.

Recently, the Hallyu wave has brought an influx of foreign visitors to Korea. One of the core purposes of their visit was to purchase CDs and other fan memorabilia in record stores.

The owner of Books Libro revealed, “Older fans from China and Japan often make visits to the store in order to purchase CDs from Korean artists. Recently, albums by TVXQ and Kim Hyun Joong have been highly popular amongst foreign fans.  Fans who visit Korea to purchase albums also purchase Korean lesson books to better understand the songs they’re listening to.”

Another record store owner added, “On the weekends, the store is bustling with foreign tourists.  They’ll usually find their favorite artist and buy everything from their debut album to the latest release.  They even buy several dozen at a time to give them as gifts to their friends back home.  The price of Korean CDs are about half of that of Japanese CDs, so Japanese fans in particular are very enthusiastic about their purchases.”

Books related to K-Pop are also rising in sales, especially for Cube Entertainment CEO Hong Seung Sung’s new release, “There Will Be No Spotlight If You Stop Now“, which ranked second place on Kyobo Book’s best sellers list.



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[Video] Kim Hyun Joong - Bae Yong Joon NEWS




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[Video] Kim Hyung Jun - Promotion for Korean Crossover Miso & Kim Hyung Jun in Thailand [02.09.11] by PYNK Radio




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[News] Kim Hyun Joong - Interview 'Kim Hyun Joong' True Self Unveiled - Cute, Fun, Lively and Sexy (Thailand Newspaper)




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Kim Hyun Joong’ True Self Unveiled – Cute, Fun, Lively and Sexy

(Thai-language newspaper Daily News published on September 1, 2011)
 
 


Kim Hyun Joong was back again to Thailand to greet his Thai fans. This time round, he came back as a solo artist, without his SS501 band mates, to promote his album “Break Down”. Kim Hyun Joong also gave a special treat to 500 fans with a Hi 5 event. We could not miss out the opportunity to have an exclusive talk with the star. Let’s experience Kim Hyun Joong’s ultimate charm and loveliness.

How are you feeling so far with the promotion of your first solo album “Break Down” in Thailand? What have you prepared for the fans this time?

My last visit to Thailand is a concert with SS501, which is not long time ago. But this time, I saw many fans come to the airport to welcome me. It made me feel very warm and I’m very happy to be back here and meet my fans. I know everyone has been waiting for me. Although I only came back with a Hi 5 event this time, I’m going to have an Asia tour early next year and Thailand is one of the countries on my itinerary. Please wait for me.

Can you talk about the concept of “Break Down”? How much did you get involved in this album?

Actually, I took part in every aspect of the album from producing down to cover and logo design. I also selected all the songs. In fact, I am very dedicated to this solo album and I am very happy that it was warmly welcomed by the fans so I have to thank everyone for that. About the concept, well I looked kinda boyish in the past but in this album I became more mature and the songs are more powerful as I would like everyone to see the other side of me”

What about your acting career? Any news?

I don’t have a plan yet but as I said, I would have concerts next year so I would like to focus on this one first. After my Asia Tour ends, which is around next March or April, you will see me in a different role as an actor once again

You have worked in music and drama. Is there anything else you would like to try?

Nope. I’m having so much fun with these two.

If you were not a singer or an actor, what would you do?

I love music so I think I would probably do something that is related to music.

One minute you are being cute, the next minute you can be very lively or even sexy. What is the real Hyun Joong like?

I think what you have seen about me; being a cute boy in fun moments or the sexy side of me, it is real me because I’m not pretending. I’m expressing myself and showing myself to everyone what I am like at that particular moment.

Can you share with us the impression between yourself and your fans?

Without the love from each and every fan, I would not be standing here. Therefore, I wish all the fans would continue giving me this love. It is a good inspiration and encouragement for me to try to be better in the next album.

You are here in Thailand. What is it about Thailand that you find charming?

I have been here for several times already. I think the charm of Thailand is in its warm weather. In Korea, we have 4 seasons so whenever I come here, it’s always hot [translator: lol] that is very refreshing for me.

If you have a chance to visit Thailand on a personal trip, where would you like to go most?

I have been to many places in Thailand already. One of the places that I went to is a temple where there are a lot of monkeys living in. I want to go there again and see what they are like. Temples here are pretty beautiful and I also saw one resort by the waterfall so I would like to try staying there.

What would you like to say to your Thai fans?

I have not come here for a while but all the fans have not forgotten me. They are always attentive to me. I feel very warm and very proud of every one [the fans]. I have to apologize that I didn’t prepare any songs to sing for you but I understand that everyone is waiting for me. Do not think this is unfortunate that I only stay here for a short while because I will come back again with a concert next year. I want everyone to come to see and look forward to my works.

Haa! He is pleading with you Triple S. Make sure you save up for his Asia Tour and do not miss out on the handsome star Kim Hyun Joong’s concert…

[Media Photo] Park Jung Min - Gucci 2011 Fashion Show in Taipei [02.09.11] (Batch 2)




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[Fanpix] Kim Hyung Jun - Arrival at Incheon Airport back from Japan [25.08.11] by Prettyboy


despite of junnie's handsome looks... seeing his photos taken up-close, you can really determine how tired he looks like.. i mean look at junnie's eyes so tired... wish for him more rest...



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[News] Kim Hyun Joong - Visit's Kim Kyu Jong during 'Goong' rehearsal





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On September 3rd, SS501’s leader Kim Hyun Joong made a special visit to fellow member Kim Kyu Jong’s rehearsal room for his musical, ‘Goong‘.

Goong’s production company tweeted, “Last night, Hyun Joong-ssi stopped by the rehearsal room for Kyu-Taeja and the ‘Goong’ team. Thank you for the drinks.”

Dressed from head-to-toe in black, Kim Hyun Joong is seen posing comfortably next to Kim Kyu Jong. Despite the poor lighting, their handsome looks still managed to make the photo shine.

Netizens commented, “So handsome”, “I love seeing them together”, “Fighting on the musical!”, and “So much eye candy.”



Source+Photo : Star News via Naver 

[Photo] Park Jung Min - Shara's Weibo Update [03.09.11]


Beach Scene in Jung Min's Taiwan Drama 'Foundant Garden' with his co-star Shara Lin.



credits:   http://weibo.com/sharababy + http://weibo.com/1647532762 + ss501chapter.wordpress.com (English translation)


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Mi En and Xi Huan are eating flying fish
(T/N: Must be their drama names. XD)



Today’s main actor and actress~ eating flying fish

[Video] Kim Hyun Joong - Playful Kiss Fanmeet Anniversary by KHJ Perfect




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[News] Park Jung Min - Attended GUCCI 2011 Taipei F/W fashion show [02.09.11]




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GUCCI 2011 Fall/Winter show in Taipei
Regenerating the good old classic days
GUCCI Asia-Pacific region F/W big show’s gorgeous appearance while celebrating the important moment of its 90th anniversary




This year’s GUCCI Taipei F/W fashion show was held in Taipei new fashion landmark Le Meridien Hotel, inviting foreign models to showcase 55 sets of men and women clothing. In addition, the Milan show floor of the ‘China Supermodel wave’ has continued to spread to the show floor of GUCCI Taipei F/W fashion show, China supermodel Wu Shuang Te specially flew from Shanghai to Taipei, giving his first catwalk show to GUCCI F/W fashion show in Taiwan to authentic the original luxury show in Milan and thus adding more talks for this fashion event.

-Omitted, not related to Jung Min-

In addition, male lead actor Ke Zhen Dong from the recently popular movie ‘You are the apple of my eye’ directed by Giddens, idol drama ‘Food Lover’s Dream’ male lead actor Rhydian Vaughan attended the fashion show. It also adds a cool highlight to this fashion party with two handsome men gathering at the same venue. Adding on to South Korea popular group SS501′s member Park Jung Min surprise appearance, flashes from camera and spotlight were constantly seen at the scene.

-Omitted, not related to Jung Min-

[Photo] Kim Hyung Jun - Wide Entertainment News Recording


junnie is so cute taking selcas...hehehe



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[Media Photo] Heo Young Saeng - at Park Chul Woo - Sin Hye In's Wedding [03.09.11]


nice to see YS!



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[Sponsor] Park Jung Min - Sieg Fahrenheit Clothing Sponsor





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[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong & Kim Kyu Jong - 'Goong' Musical Rehearsal


ahhhh! luv it...



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[Media Photo] Park Jung Min - Gucci 2011 Fashion Show in Taipei


nice!



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[Video] Kim Hyun Joong - AzioTV Interview Preview [02.09.11]





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[Photo] Kim Hyung Jun - Summer Festival Behind Story





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[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong - Visits Kim Kyu Jong at 'Goong' Musical Rehearsal


wow! i just love the smile of hyun joong! and its really nice seeing them supporting each other... =)



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Original Tweet from:  @G8plan


궁]어제 밤, 규태자와 궁팀을 위해 연습실을 방문해준 현중씨~ 음료수 감사해용

~~~let's wait for the official translation~~~