Hallyu drama “Winter Sonata” celebrates its 10th year with a staging of a new musical adaptation. The stage production of the popular drama that starred Bae Yong Joon and Choi Ji Woo is set to open in Seoul on September 27 and will run through March 18.
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Bae Yong Joon’s Visit to Japan Paralyzes Airport
Bae Yong Joon descended in Japan’s Haneda Airport for the first time in nine months, causing the entire airport to become paralyzed by a swarm of fans who came out to greet him. Bae Yong Joon arrived in Tokyo on Sep. 2 with Kim Soo Hyun for the “Dream High Premium Event” set to be held on Sep 4. Despite the heavy rain, more than 4,5000 fans came to see the Korean actor. “We saw more than 500 fans camp out at the airport from the night before on Sep 1, waiting for Bae Yong Joon and Kim Soo Hyun to arrive. Because of the limited space, some 1,500 fans couldn’t even come inside of the airport and instead had to see him from outside,” a Key East Entertainment representative was quoted as saying.
Bae Yong Joon to Appear in the Upcoming "Dream High Concert" in Japan
The "Dream High Concert" has been gaining a lot of attention due to the fact that Bae Yong Joon will be joining the cast. On September 4, Japan will be busy with two huge Korean events. The "Dream High Concert" will take place in the Saitama Super Arena, and "SMTOWN LIVE CONCERT" will take place in Tokyo Dome.
MBC “Star Audition” Contestant Kwon Ri Sae Signs with Key East
Kwon Ri Sae, best known for her role on MBC “Star Audition,” has signed an agency contract with Bae Yong Joon’s Key East Entertainment on July 14th, it was reported today by local media. This contract is expected to open up many channels of opportunities for Kwon Ri Sae, whether it be singing or acting, as Key East Entertainment manages top stars such as Bae Yong Joon, Kim Hyun Joong, and Choi Kang Hee, among many others.
“You’re Beautiful” to Hit Theaters in Japan on July 15th
With leading cast of Jang Geun Suk, Jung Yong Hwa and Park Shin Hye, the Korean drama “You’re Beautiful” (2009) is once again taking over Japan!
The Hallyu Wave Snowballs into the Hallyu Tsunami
The Hallyu Wave, also known as the Korean Wave, is the spread of Korean culture across borders. The term was first used by the Chinese media in the 1990s to refer to the influence of Korean entertainment in China, Japan, and other South East Asian countries.
Bae Yong Joon to Debut Idol Group
Hallyu frontrunner Bae Yong Joon is expanding his influence in the entertainment industry through an idol group under his company, Key East Entertainment. According to reports, it will be an all-male idol group to debut next year.
Which Korean Star Do You Want to Travel With in Korea?
Korea Tourism Organization conducted a survey on the topic of “Korean Wave”. Total of 12,085 people in 102 countries participated in the survey. Among all participants, 53.3% of them are most interested in K-Pop, 32.5% are most interested in Korean drama, while 6.2% are interested in Korean film the most.
Miss A, 2PM, Bae Yong Joon, and JYP to Appear at the "Dream High Premium Event 2011"
While KBS is planning on producing the second season of highly rated drama “Dream High”, the DVD of the first season will be released in Japan on September 28th. And a special event gathering drama’s main cast will be held in Saitama Super Arena on September 4th.
DBSK’s Yunho "I Had a Beach Vacation Where I Was All Nude Once"
DBSK’s Yunho confessed that he had a beach vacation all-nude once. On the show that will be broadcast June 7th, Yunho appeared on the “Strong Heart” special “King of Kings.” On the show Yunho talked about an incident where he had to go to Bora Bora Island for music video filming. Yunho said, “At the beach I was playing water polo with the male staff and soon the game became intense that everyone playing didn’t have their swimming suits on.”