Uee Returns to Variety with Kang Ho Dong, Kim Hyun Joong, and Yoon Si Yoon

After School’s Uee is returning to variety with a new show headed by Kang Ho Dong. The upcoming variety show will be replacing “K-pop Star Season 2” on SBS after its run. Uee is joining the show as the sole female member among the other confirmed members: comedian Kang Ho Dong and Yoo Se Yoon;… Continue reading Uee Returns to Variety with Kang Ho Dong, Kim Hyun Joong, and Yoon Si Yoon

[Contest] Win Tickets to 2K13 FEEL KOREA in Brazil with Kim Hyun Joong, Ailee, and more!

Olá, Soompiers in (and around) Brazil! On February 24, you can celebrate the 50th anniversary of Korean immigration to Brazil with Kim Hyun Joong, Ailee, duo Baechigi, and non-verbal performance group Ongals! These stars will perform at 2K13 FEEL KOREA in Sao Paulo, a commemorative event organized by Korea Foundation for International Culture Exchange. The performance will take place at… Continue reading [Contest] Win Tickets to 2K13 FEEL KOREA in Brazil with Kim Hyun Joong, Ailee, and more!

Kim Hyun Joong Drops Drama “City Conquest”

It’s been reported that singer-actor Kim Hyun Joong will be withdrawing from the upcoming drama “City Conquest.” On February 6, a representative of Key East Entertainment stated, “We are in the process of withdrawing from the cast of ‘City Conquest.’ We’re currently talking with the production team to find the right timing to leave, but… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong Drops Drama “City Conquest”

Kim Hyun Joong “City Conquest” Will Not Appear on KBS, Political Accusations Ensue

The drama “City Conquest,” which stars Kim Hyun Joong, will not be appearing on KBS. Now, the production company is arguing that KBS will not air the drama because of political reasons. However, KBS is arguing that it is not true. The production company of “City Conquest” is Media 100. The company wrote in a… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong “City Conquest” Will Not Appear on KBS, Political Accusations Ensue

Kim Hyun Joong Reveals BTS Photos of Upcoming Drama “City Conquest”

Kim Hyun Joong has updated his fans with a set of photos. On January 29, Kim Hyun Joong posted his updates on his Weibo account. He posted a short message that read, “Middle of winter,” along with a set of photos. Kim Hyun Joong is wearing a series of different uniforms. One particular photo stands… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong Reveals BTS Photos of Upcoming Drama “City Conquest”

Kim Hyun Joong and Ailee to Perform in Brazil

SS501‘s Kim Hyun Joong and Ailee have been set to perform at the “2K13 Feel Korea” event in Brazil. According to the Korean Cultural Foundation, “Kim Hyun Joong, Ailee, Baechigi, and non-verbal performance group Ongals will perform on February 24 at the Esperia Auditorium in San Paulo to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Korean immigration… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong and Ailee to Perform in Brazil

Kim Hyun Joong Pulls Off the “Flower Beggar” Look

On his official Facebook page on January 21, actor Kim Hyun Joong uploaded several black and white photos under the title, “Flower? Beggar.” In the pictures is Kim Hyun Joong looking like a beggar with dirty looking hair, sooty face, and messy outfits. He is even holding an empty can like a homeless person and… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong Pulls Off the “Flower Beggar” Look

K-Pop Group Rankings on Oricon 2012 Album Chart

The leaders of K-pop groups such as Girls’ Generation and Kara proved their popularity in Japan. On December 27 the Japanese music chart Oricon revealed its “2012 Cd&DVD Annual Charts.” Both Kara and Girls’ Generation’s albums ranked high in the top 100 of the “Oricon Annual Album Chart.” Last November, Kara sold over 295,000 copies for their second… Continue reading K-Pop Group Rankings on Oricon 2012 Album Chart

Santa’s K-Pop Male Helpers!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We at the Soompi Team wish that you are happy and healthy during the holidays! I wanted to celebrate Christmas on Soompi through a collection of K-Pop’s male celebrities in Christmas themes. Inside you will find pictures of your favorite celebrities dressed up in Christmas themed costumes. (Actually for you… Continue reading Santa’s K-Pop Male Helpers!

Kim Hyun Joong’s Wax Figure Cost Almost $200,000 USD!

The wax figure of Kim Hyun Joong was recently revealed by Madame Tussauds in Busan on December 21. Since 2006, Madame Tussauds has created wax figures of famous individuals including actor Bae Yong Joon, 2PM’s Nichkhun, and President Lee Myung Bak. The wax figure of Kim Hyun Joong is based on the way he looked… Continue reading Kim Hyun Joong’s Wax Figure Cost Almost $200,000 USD!

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