9 Muses Grace The Runway in Japan

On January 25, Lee Sang Bong uploaded a picture on his twitter with the text, “Girl group Nine Muse has just finished their fitting for the upcoming fashion show. The ‘Japan Girls Collection’ show will take place in Shibuya, Japan, with around 12,000 guests.” The photo was of the group Nine Muse with Lee Sang Bong.

K-Pop Idols Add Star Power to Korean International Style Show in Japan

K-Pop’s frontrunners grace the three-day, Hallyu-fueled Korean International Style Show (KISS) in Tokyo, Japan. SNSD, Kara, BEAST, CN Blue, Sistar, T-ara, 4Minute, FT Island, After School, Secret, Rainbow and Infinite add star power to the event that intends to showcase South Korea’s thriving fashion industry.

Idol Research Part 2: Ideal Types and Allowances

On January 20, Ilgan Sports, a popular Korean newspaper in Seoul, did a special survey of idols, called Idol Research. It surveyed a total of 92 idols, 45 male and 47 female. The following idols were surveyed:
Male Idols: Jay Park, Boyfriend, BEAST, MBLAQ, Super Junior, C.N. Blue, Infinite, K.Will, Huh Gak, B1A4
Female Idols: Dal Shabet, Rainbow, miss A, Secret, SISTAR, A Pink, G.NA, Kara, 4minute, f(x)

Idol Research Part 1: Idols’ Grades In School

On January 20, Ilgan Sports, a popular Korean newspaper in Seoul, did a special survey of idols, called Idol Research. It surveyed a total of 92 idols, 45 male and 47 female. The following idols were surveyed:
Male Idols: Jay Park, Boyfriend, B2ST, MBLAQ, Super Junior, C.N. Blue, Infinite, K.Will, Huh Gak, B1A4
Female Idols: Dal Shabet, Rainbow, miss A, Secret, SISTAR, A Pink, G.NA, Kara, 4minute, f(x)

Super Junior Wins Top Award at “21st Seoul Music Awards” (Winner List Included)

On January 19, Korea’s top artists were invited to the “21st Seoul Music Awards” held at the Seoul Olympic Gymnastics Stadium. Twelve of the top K-Pop artists were given the “Bonsang” award to recognize their work and popularity over the past year. But the “Daesang” award, given to the top artist of the year, was awarded to none other than Super Junior.

SECRET’s Song Ji Eun Reveals MV for “I Am Cold”

SECRET’s Song Ji Eun just released the full music video for “I Am Cold,” which comes from the OST of SBS drama “Please Take Care of Us, Captain.” The MV features scenes from the drama and clips of Song Ji Hyo recording the song. The track is a typical soft ballad with emotional lyrics, but Song Ji Hyo’s strong vocals make it a must-listen song.

Secret Sunhwa’s Airport Fashion: Comfort over Style?

On January 13, a collection of photographs titled, "Secret’s Sunhwa Prefers Comfort Over Style" was posted to an online forum. Photographs of artist’s "airport fashion" have become increasingly popular, with more and more fans criticizing or praising what star’s wear on their flights.