Korea celebrates Independence Day, while U-KISS has a another celebration that is all their own. On August 15th, the NH Media talent, Kevin Woo, tweeted about the 3rd year anniversary of his band’s very first stage performance.
Category: Celeb
SNSD’s Jessica and 2PM’s Taecyeon: The Dating Rumors Continue
Rumors are circulating once again that SNSD’s Jessica is dating 2PM’s Taecyeon. On August 15th, several photos of the two celebrities enjoying a secret coffee date in Japan were posted on a local online community board. In the photos titled, “Taecyeon-Jessica, Spotted together having a date in Japan,” the two stars are seen ordering drinks at a coffee shop in Tokyo. They seem to be taking a break from their busy schedules as they are dressed in casual wear.
Blast From the Past: CB Mass and Dynamic Duo
Back in the day I was a big Korean hip hop fan with CB Mass (Now Dynamic Duo minus Curbin) as one of my favorite groups. As Soompi.com reported before, Dynamic Duo has returned from their military service. I wanted to write an article chronicling the journey of Choiza and Gaeko who are the current members of Dynamic Duo. (Because it is quite interesting!) Choiza and Gaeko met in 6th grade and when they grew up, they were part of an underground hip hop group KOD along with Sixpoint and ZASON.
Kim Hyun Joong’s Transformations for Hang Ten
Recently, Kim Hyun Joong shot a new series of posters for leisure clothing brand Hang Ten’s Fall catalogue. He will be back with a second solo single album this Fall.
Becoming an Agency Trainee: More Difficult Than Getting Into Top Schools
As more teens are having dreams of becoming idol singers within the entertainment world, early education has become essential. SBS’ “Nightly TV Entertainment” had a special that focused on the early education that goes on in order to train idol stars. After a survey it was found that singer trainees often make their career choice at the average of 11.67 years old then they have to begin preparing for their debut. The first step of becoming a star is becoming an agency trainee by passing the agency audition test.
Jang Geun Suk Joins Weibo
On the morning of August 12, Jang Geun Suk greeted Chinese Eels with a picture of himself posing with a victory hand sign announcing the opening of his Weibo.
Kim Hyun Joong to Hold "Summer Time" Fan Meeting in Singapore
Want to meet Kim Hyun Joong? Come dressed in Green!
Soompi Insider: This Week in K-Pop+, Issue 5
HOT TOPICS: Hairstyles, Jang Geun Suk, SuJu, Lee Min Ho, "Bad Influence", Blindness?! Welcome to Soompi Insider, a look at what happened in the K-Pop world this past week, covering music, dramas, fashion, beauty, and the Soompi community.
No Minwoo to Hold Fanmeeting in Japan
Singer-songwriter and actor No Minwoo will be holding his first fanmeeting in Japan this month. According to Core Contents Media, No Minwoo’s agency, he will have a meet and greet session in this two-part fan meeting titled “NO MINWOO 1st EVENT FANMEETING.”
"You’re Beautiful" Couple Jang Geun Suk and Park Shin Hye Reunite for Clothing Brand
“You’re Beautiful” couple Jang Geun Suk and Park Shin Hye reunite to endorse clothing brand Codes Combine. The two young actors, who gained a solid following as members of fictional band A.N.Jell in the 2009 hit SBS drama, are featured in the fall-winter collection of the Hiker line.