Ok well, unfortunately some of the members were put together as a group so this list does not contain EVERY contestant. (Missing about 3 of the groups this is because they were on separate teams) Regardless, with the Sunday episode coming our way lightningstix wanted to take a look back at the contenders and their performances!… Continue reading Who Will Be the T10 for SBS K-Pop Star? Watch the Contestants!
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YG Entertainment’s Actor Yang Hyun Mo Introduced as 2013’s Rising Star
YG Entertainment’s child actor, Yang Hyun Mo, is receiving attention as the next rising star of 2013. “ELLE” magazine featured the young actor as star to look forward to in the New Year. He’s only 15 years old and stands tall at 180cm. Yang Hyun Mo recently starred in the 3D short film “Pieces of Memory,”… Continue reading YG Entertainment’s Actor Yang Hyun Mo Introduced as 2013’s Rising Star
Ha Jung Woo, “Although I Played Jeon Ji Hyun’s Husband, There Were No Skinship Scenes”
Ha Jung Woo recently held an interview with “eNEWS” with fellow cast members Han Suk Kyu and Jeon Ji Hyun from the film “The Berlin File.” (Berlin) During the interview Ha Jung Woo was asked what it was like appearing in a film with Jeon Ji Hyun as her husband. Ha Jung Woo stated, “Although I… Continue reading Ha Jung Woo, “Although I Played Jeon Ji Hyun’s Husband, There Were No Skinship Scenes”
[Soompi Shop] Autographed Dal Shabet Special Package!
Hi Soompiers, Last week, we started the new year with a new girl group special package — well, who said we would stop there? Following right on the heels of our successful Hello Venus autographed CD special, we are now thrilled to announce a special autographed package from Dal Shabet! This exclusive package includes their latest… Continue reading [Soompi Shop] Autographed Dal Shabet Special Package!
Changmin Nominated As “Best Rookie Actor Award” for the Japanese Academy Awards
DBSK’s Changmin will be one of the nominees for the “Best Rookie Actor Award” during the upcoming Japanese Academy Awards. On January 22, the Association for the Japanese Academy Awards released their list of nominees for the “Best Rookie Actor Award” on their official website. Changmin is being nominated for his portrayal in the 2012… Continue reading Changmin Nominated As “Best Rookie Actor Award” for the Japanese Academy Awards
Blast to the Past: Legendary Idol Group H.O.T
Do you remember H.O.T (High Five of Teenagers)? They are considered legends within K-Pop because they are the very first idol group. That’s right. THE first group to be produced and the first to make a debut in 1996. The group was formed under SM Entertainment and consisted of 5 members. They commanded a large… Continue reading Blast to the Past: Legendary Idol Group H.O.T
Lightning Flash Weather Forecast: Kang Min Kyung’s Virtual X-Rated Commercial
Davichi’s Kang Min Kyung is beautiful, sexy, and a talented singer. However, she is currently under fire for appearing in “Gilette” commercials that are a bit too suggestive. Now in the past, Kang Min Kyung has had a few run-ins with sexy before these infamous commercials. At one time, she did a sexy dance during… Continue reading Lightning Flash Weather Forecast: Kang Min Kyung’s Virtual X-Rated Commercial
Do You Know Your Korean Slang? Part 1
Recently, Melkimx came up with the awesome idea that we should create a gallery article explaining Korean slang words. So here is part one of this awesome list. Check it out and see what words you already knew, or what words you didn’t know about before!
Nine Muses Releases Comeback MV Teaser for “Dolls”
Girl group Nine Muses is set to make their comeback this week with their second single “Dolls.” The title track, also named “Dolls” was written and composed by the hit producer Sweet Tune. With a mix of real brass and guitar sounds in a funky dance beat, the track is about overcoming the struggles of… Continue reading Nine Muses Releases Comeback MV Teaser for “Dolls”
11 Must Hear Remake/Covers of Classic K-Pop
Now the definition of “Classic K-Pop” here is very subjective. Most of the songs on the list are actually covers on audition programs. The great thing about these shows is that we get a chance to revisit songs that were awesome, but now buried by history. lightningstix has organized this so that you can hear… Continue reading 11 Must Hear Remake/Covers of Classic K-Pop