Rainbow is definitely off to a successful start as they begin their careers in Japan! The group’s first event into their Japanese debut has attracted over 2,000 fans. Their debut single, "A," has reached the third spot on the Oricon daily singles chart when it released on September 14. To celebrate the success of its release, Rainbow gathered at the basement of Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, Tokyo for an event originally meant for 1,500 fans.
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Super Junior’s Choi Si Won Is Excited for "Poseidon"
Super Junior’s Choi Si Won recently expressed his excitement over the beginning of KBS’ new drama, "Poseidon," while attending the production conference for the drama. The star was asked if he felt pressured about participating in such a big drama, to which he replied, "I actually was very nervous because I’m working with so many big seniors. Unfortunately, it’s obvious when you’re nervous in front of the camera and I think the seniors picked up on that, which is why they helped me so much to relax."
Sung Shi Kyung and JYJ Go Head to Head on the Charts
Ballad singer Sung Shi Kyung and JYJ’s come back has put other artists on the backburner as they completely take over the digital music charts in a race to first place! On September 15, the prince of ballads Sung Shi Kyung released his seventh studio album, his first in nearly three years. On real time charts like Melon, his title track, "I Like," has confidently taken first place, showing the enthusiastic support of his patient fans.
Jang Geun Suk Joins Twitter
New generation Hallyu star Jang Geun Suk has joined the Twitter bandwagon. The actor made his first tweet on the afternoon of September 15, along with picture of himself.
4minute’s Gayoon Performs on Japan’s "Bokura no Ongaku"
Over the Chuseok holiday, 4minute’s Gayoon was busy in Japan recording for a popular Fuji TV music program called "Bokura no Ongaku (Our Music)." She was the only 4minute member as a guest on September 12, and she performed alongside famous pianist Kiyozuka Shinya on a cover of Nakashima Mika’s "Snow Flower." Dressed in a gorgeous white wedding dress, the staff couldn’t help but send her a round of applause as she pulled off all of the notes and successfully completed the stage.
David Choi Opens Up with His Thoughts on K-Pop
Songwriter and producer David Choi recently shared his thoughts on the ever-growing K-Pop industry with viewers on YouTube. In addressing the popular topic, Choi reveals his thoughts on the growth of the Hallyu wave, appeal and images of celebrities, and the direction of Korean entertainment. Acknowledging that viewers may dislike what he has to say, Choi encourages fans in saying, "If you like a certain style of music, listen to it. No one is stopping you. The more you listen to it, the more you support."
"The Rainbow Project" Gathers Superstars for the Benefit of African Children
Hallyu frontrunner Bae Yong Joon, star producer Park Jin Young, recent Cannes attendee Jeon Ji Hyun and singer/actor Rain led an A-list line-up of actors and idols participating in “The Rainbow Project,” a charity auction to help African children.
4minute’s HyunA Picked as "Best of the Best" by Japanese Women
Mnet’s "Boom the K-POP" recently visited the streets of Shin Okubo in Japan in time for Cube Entertainment’s family concert, "United Cube in Japan," to get a feel for the Japanese fans’ taste. The show went around asking men and women to choose the "best of the best" member between label mates 4minute and G.NA. The member that came out on top was none other than HyunA, who many women thought was the best and most charming member out of the survey.
BEAST Celebrates Their 700th Day
September 15 is a very special day for BEAST and B2UTIES as it marks the 700th day since the boys’ debut! All across the world, fans sent in their tweets, congratulating them on reaching their 700th day, which is a very important milestone for any idol group.
Hong Soo Ah Shows Off Her Legs at a Script Reading for Movie "Alice"
Actress Hong Soo Ah looked quite fashionable attending a script reading for the new production of "Alice," but also gained attention for her shapely legs. "Alice," is to be a reinterpretation of the classic children’s novel, with Soo Ah playing a leading role.