Tag: 2AM

Kdramas that Star Idols Generally Have No Plot and Low Ratings

Despite high hopes from both producers and fans, “Love Rain,” starring Jang Geun Suk and Girls’ Generation’s YoonA, is far from being considered a success, let alone a mediocre drama, at home. As reported earlier this week, “Love Rain” has been recording low single digit ratings throughout its run, with its highest rating reaching only 6.4% and lowest falling to 4.4%. With only four more episodes to go, it’s highly likely that ratings will improve.

[Exclusive] Soompi Highlights from the "2012 Dream Concert"

On May 12, Soompi attended the “2012 Dream Concert” at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul. The annual “Dream Concert” is one of K-Pop’s biggest and grandest concerts, and this year’s marks the event’s 18th year running. Over 40,000 fans flocked to the venue to watch their favorite stars in person, myself included! ^ ^

[Ceci] The "Kkap" Legacy: MBLAQ’s Lee Joon, miss A’s Min, and Others!

Jo Kwon of 2AM started this current "kkap" era, and now it’s become something all variety-idols must go through. Despite this, "Kkap-Kwon" has recently requested for people to stop referring to him by this nickname, as he feels that his eight intense years of vocal training are being undermined by his strong kkap image. Does this mean it’s time to crown a new kkap-idol to continue on Jo Kwon’s kkap legacy?

MBLAQ’s Lee Joon: Spotted with kkap behavior on MBC’s "Radio Star"

He turned the “Actor/Actress-Idol Special” on “Radio Star” into the “Lee Joon Special”. “Infinity Challenge” PD, Kim Tae Ho, tweeted that the special was so funny he was crying, and that he couldn’t get himself to change the channel even though he needed to be watching soccer. Many PDs and screenwriters, as well as Yoon Jong Shin, Haha, and Park Jae Beom, have also complimented Lee Joon’s comic ability. He’s received a lot of negative comments any idol would be sensitive to, such a

“The Moon that Embraces the Sun’s” Im Siwan to MC “2012 Dream Concert”

Singer-actor Im Siwan (ZE:A) has been chosen s the main MC for the upcoming “2012 Dream Concert.” Recently, ZE:A’s official website released a post announcing Im Siwan’s latest challenge.

2PM and 2AM to Form New Unit Group

2PM and 2AM will form a unit group for the OST track of their upcoming documentary film, “Beyond the One Day: Story of 2PM & 2AM.” According to Japan’s Sankei Sports, the unit group will be named “2PM+2AM, One Day,” and their title track will be “One Day.” The new song is expected to be an uptempo track, with a good combination of the vocals of 2AM and the dance skills of 2PM.

2AM’s Third Year Re-Signing with BHC Chicken

2AM has renewed their contract with BHC Chicken, making it their third year to represent the food chain as their exclusive models. On May 7, representatives for BHC released a statement about their choice to re-sign the group, “2AM’s healthy and friendly image is straight in line with BHC. Because of this great fit, we have decided to re-sign with the group.”