Big Bang’s Daesung Comes Back on TV Through SBS’ "K-Pop Star"

Big Bang’s Daesung has made an appearance on a variety show for the first time in a long while. On the January 29 episode of SBS’ “K-Pop Star”, the cast of hopefuls had a sneak peak at the famed YG Entertainment training system. The YG training process was revealed to the public with the final casting auditions soon approaching. Contestants were required to attend the monthly evaluations.

Big Bang Reveals BTS Video from “2011 Big Show”

YG Entertainment released a behind-the-scene video from Big Bang’s “2011 Big Show” held last February. The 13 minute video takes you back stage and shows the entire process of building the stage, planning, and rehearsing for the concert. It also includes videos of fans at the venue, some footage of the concert, and brief interviews by the members.

Life of a Celebrity: The Sweat and Tears of Becoming an Idol

Whenever i see an idol appearing in a variety of public events all in the same day, or shooting a video, a commercial or going to signing events and then photoshoots, having concerts in other countries or even having practices for 10 hours a day or sometimes even more, i wonder if they ever get some sleep? or at least do they take the proper meal to keep their body functioning?.

[Soompi 2011] Most Noticeable Trends of the Year

With 2011 winding down, Soompi took a look back at the year and compiled a list of some of the major trends we’ve seen in the K-Pop industry. From K-Pop concerts popping up all over the world to celebrities openly dating, we’ve identified 7 trends that had a significant impact on the business. Here’s our list:

[Soompi 2011] Most Shocking Scandals of the Year

It’s that time of the year again, when everyone starts looking back at the past year and compiles their own “Best of the year” lists. Soompi also brings you its own “Year-in-Review” in eight different categories starting from today. The first topic of this eight-part series is the “Most Shocking Scandals of 2011.”

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