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Friday, August 12, 2011

Why Big Bang and Super Junior can break the jinx of disbanding?

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It is common that the idol groups break up 5 years after their debut, for instance, H.O.T., DBSK, SS501,etc. All of these groups were disbanded after they had debuted for 5 years and they had to start their solo activities. However, the situation is different now.

The represtatives who can break this jinx are Big Bang and Super junior (who have just released their 5th regular album, Mr. Simple ). They are still staying together after debuting for 5 years and even more, they show us their competence of staying in this industry has been enhancing throughout these years.

The 3 reasons of why they can break the jinx
The first reason is ‘the members do really wish to achieve their targets’.There is a common thing shared between Super Junior and Big Bang, after 1 year of their debut, they did not receive much attention from the public. Although both SME and YGE are big entertainment companies, the music brought forth by both of the groups could not win the love of the public in the 1st year of their debut.

However, this brought positive influence to the groups since the members of these groups devoted themselves even more to achieve their dreams. Their committment united the groups too. The different ideas and dreams that the team members own have contributed to the success of the groups. Their determination enables them to last for more than 5 years.

The second reason is the personalities of the members do not overlap with each other. The members of Super Junior are good at performing arts. The creativity of Heechul, the good singing skills shown by K.R.Y when they were delivering the emotional songs and the talent of hosting variety shows shown by Lee Teuk and Shindong in SBS’ Strong Heart’ all show how different they are from each other.

It is also the same case with Big Bang. The leader, G-Dragon is responsible for composing the songs for the team directly. The handsome hyun T.O.P. is talented and has a naughty side. Daesung and Seungri are talented in doing variety shows while no one can cast any doubt on the solo performances of Taeyang.

Although they have different skills and personalities, they are not jealous of each other.

The final reason is that they have very strong friendship with each other. There are no major conflicts among the members of Super Junior and Big Bang. Although at their 20s, they might argue or even fight with each other, they settle the issues quickly.Their friendship became more consolidated after all of these and it is the foundation that they can walk together on this path for more than 5 years.

The breaking of the jinx by Big Bang and Super Junior has become an inspiration for other group currently. We hope that the jinx will disappear totally in the coming future.

Source: star.mt
Translated by: Rice @bigbangupdates.com
Credit: Big Bang Updates Blog

Big Bang #4 on “My Favorite K-Pop Artist” Survey in Japan

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Mobile site Recochoku recently conducted a survey on the topic of “Who is your favorite K-Pop artist?” and the result revealed that Kara is the K-Pop star who is currently receiving the most popularity in Japan. A total of 4,471 users participated in the survey and the result has been revealed as follow:

1st – Kara
2nd – SNSD
3rd – FT Island
4th – Big Bang
5th – BEAST


With the most votes from users, Kara ranks 1st in the ranking. Voters commented, “Their cute and unique dance makes me happy; I’ll never get tired of watching them.” “Each member has their own personality and different kind of cuteness.” “They speak Japanese really well, because they’ve worked so hard.” It appears that the girls are garnering more popularity through appearing on TV program with their cute and kind personalities.

On the other hand, girls of SNSD ranks 2nd with voters commenting, “Their beautiful legs are every girl’s dream.” “I like their powerful dance with their beautiful legs.” “Beautiful girls! Beautiful legs! Beautiful voices! They are just all too beautiful.” Just like what the comments said, the girls’ signature, their beautiful legs, are winning lots of teenage girls’ hearts in Japan.

The 3rd goes to FT Island who is currently one of the most popular boy groups in Japan. “All members are Ikemen (beautiful looking men) with real talents in music.” “Their vocal talent and band performance are both outstanding.” Among K-Pop groups who have already debuted in Japan, FT Island is one of the very few stresses on their live band performance ability, in addition, because of member Lee Hong Ki’s role in drama “You’re Beautiful”, the group owns a great amount of female fans in Japan.

Source: BarksTranslation from jaychieh0208@soompi
Credit: Big Bang Updates Blog

GD&TOP @ 'd Summer Night' Party

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T.O.P goes BLONDE!

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On the night of August 11th, the GD&TOP duo attended the “d Summer Night Party”. The event was a night in celebration of the first year anniversary for the Korean beer company, Dry Finish d’s.
In the above photo you can view G-Dragon’s expected flashy, fashionista style. His ensemble composed of a shining silver jacket over a white tee on top, red belt on ripped faded jeans on bottom, plus sparkling black kicks, round shades, a black beanie, a white phone case on his belt and a silver chain to top it all off. Not to mention his aforementioned shaved head, but what caught the most attention above all was T.O.P’s new hair color.
His hairstyle was recently dyed blonde and is reminiscent of fashion doll Barbie’s sugar daddy, Ken.
What do you think about the his new blonde hair?
Source + Photo: Osen via Nate
Credit: Allkpop

Jaejoong with his eye bag

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Recently, Jaejoong posted a picture in twitter that is cute minus the eyebag. It ruined the photo. Oh, and I don’t like how he opened his eyes so wide too. It looks scary.

Jokwon becomes Harry Potter

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Jokwon uploaded these photos a few minutes ago. You can see him on the floor lying down on the other picture (must have been taken when he’s practicing), but the other picture of him wearing an eyeglasses same as Harry Potter’s is the attention catcher. Netizens commented if they can call him Jo Kwon Potter.

Leader Jo Kwon poses with birthday girl leader Sunye

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These photos was uploaded by JoKwon on his twitter yesterday. Hmmmmm…These two are really close friends, or bestfriends huh? Anyways, happy birthday to Wonder Girls’ Sunye! Congratulations in turning 22!

Captain G Leaves a Message to all VIPs!

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Translation:
Hello VIP .. ^^

It’s been so long .. Have you been well?

I should’ve written you letters often and stuff but it’s all just talk, I’m sorry ..

Now soon BIGBANG would meet its fifth anniversary, and my birthday is coming near. Thank you for already congratulating us/me ~ really..!

If I think about it, I always got overflowing love, more than I deserve, every birthday.. but on this year’s birthday, since it’s BIGBANG’s fifth anniversary and all, I thought I would do something good and meaningful and now I attempt to write a letter which I’ve never been so good at writing, with my ugly handwriting and shy heart.. I know that up until now, my beautiful fans have done angelic deeds and helped others out in my name. (I think I have luck in meeting great fans ?! ã…‹) But this year, dear fans, I would like to pay back, in the name of VIP..! And I have something to ask you. On this year’s birthday, I will politely decline all presents. My pretties’ hearts are more~ than enough, so just wish me a happy birthday with warm hearts and no more~ ^^

From now on, I hope I won’t just receive from you, but rather making meaningful time and memories together. In this happy mind, I send you a ‘last farewell’~

I don’t wanna be without you VIP~ ♬

Forever, as a leader of BIGBANG, as a leader of G-Dragon, I will work hard ‘day by day’ to show you the awesome and mature us/me!

Be careful of your health in this hot weather ~ dont ‘have an affair’!

bye~ ♥

Source: BIGBANG Official Daum Cafe
Translation by toptopia.tumblr.com

Read more: http://www.bigbangupdates.com/2011/08/g-dragon-leaves-message-for-vips-110808.html#ixzz1Ub5RRRIL
Credit: Big Bang Updates blog

Jay Park and Kwon Ri Sae become a campus couple for ‘Denizen’

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A couple of weeks ago, Jay Park and Kwon Ri Sae participated in a photoshoot for denim brand, ‘Denizen from Levi’s‘, which was featured on MBC’s ‘Section TV Entertainment News‘.
The photoshoot for Denizen’s 2011 Fall campaign took place on July 5th at a studio in Kangnam, Seoul, where the two models portrayed the look of a cute college campus couple.
Although this was Jay Park and Kwon Ri Sae’s first meeting, they successfully completed the shoot with natural poses and expressions similar to those of a real couple.
A representative stated, “We chose Jay Park and Kwon Ri Sae as our models because we felt that the two would be able to express the active image of college students very well. We wish to display the image of a college campus couple, and have many events planned that will focus on college campuses.
Source + Photo: NewsenMoney Today via Nate
Credit: Allkpop

2NE1 topped Instiz Chart Singles Ranking for the first week of August

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 The Instiz chart combines the overwhelming variety of charts that South Korea uses to rank music sales, and it’s what fans use to determine whether their favorite artist has achieved an “All-Kill”.
Check out the chart rankings for the 1st week of August below!
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Instiz Chart Singles Ranking
1. 2NE1 – “Ugly” – 13,255 Points
2. miss A – “Goodbye Baby” – 7,555 Points
3. CM HaHa – “Sticky Rice Cake” (“Infinity Challenge”) – 7,056 Points
4. Super Junior – “Mr. Simple” – 4,663 Points
5. 2NE1 – “Hate You” – 3,876 Points
6. XIAH Junsu – “You Are So Beautiful” – 3,662 Points
7. Leessang – “Grand Final” ft. Jung In & MC Nal Yoo – 3,497 Points
8. 4MEN – “Vision Of Love” – 3,167 Points
9. Ha Dong Kyun – “I Will Wait” – 2,434 Points
10. Ja Woo Rim – “Whale Hunting” (“I Am A Singer“) – 2,154 Points
Source: Instiz iCHART
Credit:Allkpop

Big Bang endorses ‘The North Face’

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The members of Big Bang have been selected as the latest endorsement models for outdoor clothing brand, “The North Face“!
Taking the baton from former model Ha Jung Woo, Big Bang will be kicking off their modeling with a F/W photoshoot in their very own distinctive styles.
A brand representative revealed, “Big Bang is a group that is a leader in not only music, but style as well. Together, we’ll be sharing the ‘outdoor mindset’ and showing trendy outdoor fashion.”
The boys held their first photoshoot all the way over in New Zealand last month under the concept of “Never Stop Exploring“. Later this month, photos and videos of the boys experiencing the ‘limits of mankind’ will be shown through ‘The North Face’ stores nationwide.

In addition to T.O.P. and Lee Yeon Hee’s ‘Style & Tech’ line, Big Bang will be endorsing the brand’s ‘My First Outdoor’ line with a variety of activities promoting stylish outdoor fashion for camping trips and such.
The marketing team of the brand said, “We felt that Big Bang’s endless thirst for adventure, their passion, and the way they lead in an innovative manner fit well with our brand.  We hope that outdoor fashion and style will be given some spotlight through this opportunity.”
Source + Photos: Joy News 24 via Naver , Big Bang Updates Blog
Credit:Allkpop