For the first time in Australia, Asian pop program, “SBS PopAsia”, was aired on September 4 on SBS for 2 hours (from 8:30 to 10:30). “SBS PopAsia” is a program that focuses on Asian music. (In order to prevent confusion, SBS is not "Seoul Broadcasting Service" it is "Special Broadcasting Service" that is based in Australia. It is a hybrid-funded Australian public broadcasting radio and television network. The stated purpose of SBS is "to provide multilingual and multicultural radio and television services that inform, educate and entertain all Australians and, in doing so, reflect Australia’s multiculturalsociety.")
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Mnet’s Official YouTube Channel Exceeds 100 Million Views
Mnet revealed, "This is the highest record for a Korean broadcasting channel" and "is also in 4th place overall within Korea after popular YouTube channels such as SM Entertainment, guitar prodigy Jung SungHa, and 2NE1".
CL’s “F*ck Everything” T-Shirt Sparks Controversy for Sexual Expression
2NE1’s CL has been at the center controversy lately for the outfit she wore on her way to Japan last week. On Sept. 2, the leader of 2NE1 wore a t-shirt clad in suggestive expressions such as, “F*ck Everything,” “Girl Friend from Hell,” and “Cut Here—Take My Tits.”
2NE1’s Dara and Bom Say Goodbye to Their Fans Before Departing to Japan
Recently, Sandara and Bom and 2NE1 bade their fans farewell before departing to Japan to begin their official promotions for their upcoming Japanese album.
2NE1, MBLAQ and Others Perform at the "Pink Play Concert" Hosted By Etude House
On September 3, cosmetics brand Etude House hosted the 2nd "Pink Play Concert" at SETEC, where various idol stars and musicians came to perform for a great turnout of spectators.
Weekly K-Pop Music Chart 2011 – September Week 1
SISTAR scores their first ever No. 1 song with "So Cool".
2NE1’s Dara Spends Quality Time with Dadoong
2NE1’s Dara has revealed another heartwarming update on her relationship with younger brother Thunder’s kitten, Dadoong.
She recently updated her Me2day by writing, "After I arrived in Korea, I stopped by our home before preparing for our next schedule in order to get closer with Dadoong. Dadoong was sleeping when I arrived, though, so I had no choice but to wake Dadoong up."
2NE1 Heads to Japan for Debut
2NE1, left for Japan on September 2 in order to proceed with their scheduled promotions. In March, 2NE1 were forced to return to Korea because of the Japanese earthquake. 2NE1 was spotted at the airport as you can see in the following pictures:
A K-Pop World Cup? K-Pop Contests Held All Over the World
Korean Cultural Centers all over the globe have been holding a series of K-Pop competitions whole year round, with each country’s winners to be pitted against each other in a final round in Korea.
Infinity Challenge Sends a Garland to Congratulate 2NE1’s First Concert
On August 29, a picture under the name of "Infinity Challenge Garland" was posted on a website. MBC’s Infinity Challenge staff sent a garland to congratulate 2NE1 for their very first concert "Nolza" with witty messages.