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Friday, January 14, 2011

Kim Hyun Joong Chosen as 2010 Hottest Stars in China

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source: http://www.soompi.com/profile/143307

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Who are the winners of the year 2010 in China among all the pop stars around the world? "Guo Ji Zai Xian(国际在线)," an entertainment channel in China, conducted an online poll entitled "Hottest Stars in 2010" for the last four months. The poll results show Dai Yue(代悦) got the first place among Chinese stars, Zhong Han Liang(钟汉良) among Hong Kong and Taiwanese stars, Kim Hyun Joong among Japanese and Korean stars and Justin Bieber among the U.S./European stars.

Kim Hyun Joong won the "Hottest Star" title for Japan and Korea. On the top of the list were Kim Hyun Joong, Park Yoo Chun and Kim Jae Joong. Park and Kim are former TVXQ members and seperated from the group and formed a new group JYJ. Kim earned huge popularity in China, Japan and Korea with his superb singing performance and outstanding appearance. Park featured the drama "Sungkyunkwan Scandal" and successfully started his acting career in 2010. They expressed their sincesre gratitude to their fans whenever they topped the the popularity charts and that must be part of the reasons why their fans love them.


(source : china.org.cn)
 

HQ Captures of Hyun Joong @ DON TV Program in Japan

credit: khj baidu + ss501TripleS @ twitter + elley
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Matt Damon..updating



Matt Damon has been in Los Angeles rehearsing for We Bought a Zoo. Unofficially, he has also been rehearsing for Liberace – a biopic, in which Matt and Michael Douglas will play gay lovers. As LA Times already reported, Michael “was exchanging sexy messages with costar Matt Damon”. In turn, emails to Michael are signed ‘Your Boyfriend Matt’. Douglas joked won’t give up his new habit of flirting with Matt any time soon, so the boys should be well prepared for the Liberace filming which is scheduled to commence in May.


source:http://www.facebook.com/MattDamon

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Worlds Within..my review



My thoughts? Well...I like to describe it as watching a drama within a drama. Worlds Within is an apt title for the story, because, unlike other dramas where you simply watch them and absorb the story, this one, the characters are so many, each one telling his/her own struggles in life while playing as an actor/actress in the series. Basically, what the show was telling was that, in every human being, each has his own story to tell, a story that we usually sees in a tv series or movie. It's like parallelism, a drama vs real life.


Another aspect of the show is that making us viewers have an insight to how a movie is being  done, how politics inside a television company affects the crews, the staff and the company itself. Actors, too,  are people, human being, that have emotions. The greater the experience in life, the more effective they are as an actor.


This one I'l describe as a heavy drama. The ups and downs of relationship, betrayals, friendships... these are all the concept of this series. In the end, I was satisfied to have my happy ending. 


I cried also, watching the break-up scene of Joo Joon Young and Jung Ji Oh (SHK and HB). I felt Jung JI Oh was very harsh then, not explaining to Joo Joon Young the reasons behind his actions, which I could say was his insecurities as a poor guy in love with a rich girl, and his jealousies...yes, he was jealous of the guys hovering on Joo Joon Young. He thought that she was an easy girl with a light personality when it comes to relationships.


Another scene which I found beautiful was when Jung Ji Oh went from the hospital to Joo Joon Young's house and just kissed her, kissed her again and again even though she was trying to evade him and trying to be angry and crying at the same time, until finally, she stopped and just let her emotions took over. It was a great scene, no more words of explanations, just conveying how sorry he was, how he loves her very much.


There are different issues in the story, all were somehow resolved in the end. I think that Worlds Within has tackled what everyone of us are experiencing right now in our daily life.


It's a good eye opener for us. 


Kim Hyun Joong's Never Before Seen Photos

reposted from: kathy's bench

Credit: cyworld.com/trebby
Reposted on KHJ Baidu



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i see from these photos that he is looking good and i like his hairstyle. a few added flesh on his cheeks looks fine on him, too.

4d leader kim hyun joong's direct personality

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While almost all actors and entertainer are showing their sweet side to the public, always smiling and answering questions from media people in a nice way, I find leader Kim Hyun Joong somewhat different when answering questions. He speaks out his mind, not mindful of those listening, it may be too true and too direct for them, still, i think that this personality of his is what makes him more honest and true as a person.


Below are some answers he gave without batting an eye, so to speak:))


When asked, via his English translator, what he looks for in a girlfriend apart from looks, he shot back at the reporter: ‘If not looks, what else should I go for?’


Kim, 24, told The New Paper: ‘I’ve also observed that girls with beautiful faces usually have average bodies and those with beautiful bodies tend to have average faces.’


Don't you think these comments made by Kim Hyun Joong were funny? If you analyse closely, this is his real personality, (known for having a 4th dimensional image), and he must be laughing inside while saying these things.


Another instance was when he was interviewed together with the beautiful Yoon Eun Hye...



The concept of the photo shoot was appropriately known as “couple look.” Yoon Eun Hye and Kim Hyun Joong were coordinated in stripes and shorts, a fashion appropriate for the spring season.
Because it was the first time Yoon Eun Hye and Kim Hyun Joong met in person, they both admitted that the atmosphere on set was pretty awkward. Although the two may have been shy at first, it sure wasn’t noticeable when the cameras were on. They even exchanged compliments about one another as Kim Hyun Joong commented, “She pulls off a school look very well” and Yoon Eun Hye remarked, “He looks like a young prince so anything suits him.”
To lighten the mood, the MC brought along a handful of questions for them to answer.
Kim Hyun Joong was asked “Which Baby V.O.X. member do you like the most?” Not only did he disregard Yoon Eun Hye, who happened to be sitting right next to him, he didn’t even pick a member of Baby V.O.X. In fact, he responded, “I like Fin.K.L better…” (Ouch)
Yoon Eun Hye too was posed with a similar question of “Which SS501 member do you like most?” Returning the SS501 leader the favor, she replied, “I like 2PM better.” (Double Ouch)
Jokes aside, Kim Hyun Joong expressed that he would like to work alongside Yoon Eun Hye in a drama, if the opportunity ever arises. Yoon Eun Hye, on the other hand, wasn’t too fond of the idea. “I am scared to death [of idol groups these days],” she said.

Reading these made me laugh! hahaha...really! 

Another incidence was when he arrived at the airport in Japan with Bae Yong Joon sunbae.. when he (KHJ) saw the crowd waiting there, he asked in a maybe a puzzled way, "Are they waiting for me?"(hehe)

He seemed oblivious of his fame which was rather refreshing!

4-D KIM HYUN JOONG : A DIFFERENT KIND OF LIGHT SPARKLES IN HIS EYES WHEN HE's TALKING ABOUT MUSIC
cre:http://www.soompi.com/profile/143307
Original in Korean: NEWSEN 2010.12.14
Translated into Chinese: Magic贤
Translated into English: BB @LoveKimHyunJoong.com

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Kim Hyun Joong's special 4-D personality is gradually coming to light.
On 15th Dec 2010, SBS E!TV will air the segment, Tak Jae-hun's Style,
and will include the coverage on The Legend of Idols in their 20s,
covering the birth and creation of princes in pop groups DBSK and SS501.

In particular, Hong Yoon Hwa who co-starred with Kim Hyun Joong
in the MBC drama Playful Kiss, will also be making an appearance,
and will reveal more of Kim Hyun Joong's unique charm.

Hong Yoon Hwa said, "Kim Hyun Joong's image of a princely flower boy style
is completely different from his actual personality.
He's really way too 4D, and is cheeky and random at all times."

She further revealed, "Whenever we're on the filming set,
Kim Hyun Joong will always carry a tissue box with him
and there's a tiger doll/toy inside the box.
When we're filming, one of the most commonly seen sights of him
would be him playing with the tiger doll/toy."

During the interview, Hong Yoon Hwa shared many little stories from the filming set;
she also said, "But when talking about music,
there's a totally different type of light sparkling in his eyes,
and that's very attractive and charming."

Hong yoon hwa she's JU RI in PLayful/mischievous kiss^^

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Hyun Bin's "That Man" Reaches Number 1 On Music Sites

By: green-rose http://www.soompi.com/profile/645892




Actor Hyun Bin, who is currently filming the popular drama Secret Garden, has recently released his own version of "That Man" originally sung by Baek Ji Young for Secret Garden’s OST.
The track has become so famous, that in just 5 days, it took the number one spot for music sites such as Melon, Dosirak, Bugs, Mnet, Naver, Daum, Cyworld, and Soribada. Fans have reacted to the song with much appreciation for the talented actor and now singer! Congratulations to the actor/singer for reaching success!
Hyun Bin’s version of “That Man” is featured in the drama’s 5th OST and was released over the weekend on January 7th!
You can check out the track below!

Hyun Bin and Song Hye Kyo..real couple

As entered in my previous blog, I was watching Worlds Within. Though the drama was an old one, this was the first time I had the chance to see it. Actually, I finished it last night, the whole 16 episodes. Anyway, I'l post my comment about it later.(smiles)

For now,I'l just post some pics of the real couple, Hyun Bin and Song Hye Kyo. Well, these were fished out in the internet..hehe..loving them, so perfect for each other. as there were no confirmation/rumor yet if they are separated as of now, though in the recent SBS DRAMA AWARDS 2010(Decs.31) he did not mention Song Hye Kyo in his speech when he received the Top Excellence Award in a Drama as an actor, I still believe that their relationship is as strong as ever. Wishing that they will go all the way regarding their relationship.:)


recent picture of Hyun Bin receiving an award

cre:http://livekpop.com/2011/01/han-hye-jin-thanks-naul-but-hyun-bin-forgets-to-mention%E2%80%A6.html

















Hyun Bin and Song Hye Kyu Real Couple part 2
http://1107wanderingthoughts.blogspot.com/2011/01/hyun-bin-and-song-hye-kyoreal-couple_23.html

Hyun Bin and Song Hye Kyu Real Couple Part 3
http://1107wanderingthoughts.blogspot.com/2011/01/hyun-bin-and-song-hye-kyoreal-couple-3.html




[News] Kim HyunJoong Gets the Baton from WonBin, Being Selected as Model for HangTen [12.01.11]

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by: SS501 @http://www.facebook.com/pages/SS501/114548474989
Singer actor Kim HyunJoong has been selected as the new face for a casual clothing brand.

Kim HyunJoong was chosen as the new model for casual leading brand HangTen Korea which WonBin had been actively modelling for until last year.

HangTen Korea’s Director Mr Jung YongHa said about their reason for their choice, “Our brand image and Kim HyunJoong’s popularity with general public compliments each other so we chose him as our model.” He added “Carrying a warm sensibility and trendy charm at the same time, we think that he will help in showing a diverse fashion style.”

He added “We are also looking forward that with a World Hallyu star, it will be beneficial for us by increasing the level of awareness of our brand.”

Henceforth, HangTen will start shooting the Spring/Summer pictorial, and for the 1 years time, they will show a comfortable and classy casual look with Kim HyunJoong. Shooting with a female model, they will also have lovely couple look concept for couple.

Meanwhile, Kim HyunJoong had some time for recharging after he finished drama ‘Mischievous Kiss’ last year and he will be returning as a singer with a solo album this spring.

Hang Ten sites:

Korea: www.hangten.com.kr
Malaysia: www.hangten.com.my
Singapore: www.hangten.com.sg
Hongkong: www.hangten.com.hk

(Credit: @LeaderHyunJoong on Twitter)


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New Photo from Hangten
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for more pics..just clock the link below.
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Monday, January 10, 2011

Kim Hyun Joong’s Interview (ISplus)

source:http://kpculture.wordpress.com/2009/03/18/kim-hyun-joongs-interview/

i found this great interview of 4D leader Kim Hyun Joong of SS501. as i am a late fan of him, though i saw hin in BOF, it was just recently that i became a FAN and also liking SS501 songs, hence the comments here in my blogs that i posted recently were full og KHJ and SS501! Playful Kiss played a great part in making me gaga over KHJ.

here's the interview..for those who have forgotten this, well...just read on:))

 Kim Hyun Joong (right) on set with Kim Joon and Kim Beom


In his interview with ISplus (reporter Kim Sung Eui) published on March 18, Kim Hyun Joong reveals what he wears to sleep, how he takes care of his skin, and who he wants to act with.
IS: Who is your favourite athlete?
KHJ: Kim Yuna. I fell under her charm while watching her compete in the world championships last year on TV when I was staying with SS501 in Japan last year. It was impressive to see her not get timid but confidently express herself although she was facing stiff competition from people like Japan’s Asada Mao. Even when she slipped on the ice, she maintained her composure, got up immediately, and put on a skating performance. That scene is unforgettable to me. Although she is younger than me, I could learn from how – no matter what the circumstance – she approaches everything that has to be done with the confidence that she is world-best.
IS: Who do you want to meet the most – in Korea or abroad?
KHJ: Definitely Seo Taiji. I listened to a diversity of music since I was young, but I admired and was envious of foreign music; particularly the rock genre. Seo Tai-ji & Boys’ “I Know” (“난 알아요”) was my favourite song when I was a student. I was extremely surprised that music like this came out in our country too. Upon hearing “Ultra Mania”, I made up my mind that I had to become a singer. I want to [meet and] say hello to the senior I respect, and also discuss music [with him] afterwards.
IS: Is there a skill/talent that you’ve worked on fine-tuning since you were a student?
KHJ: I played bass for a band during high school. I’m pretty good at guitar. If there’s a certain new theme (motif) that comes up, I enjoy expressing it on the guitar. I like the guitar so much that during my stay in Japan, I spent an entire day searching to acquire a rare guitar.
IS: Who is number 1 on your cellphone speed dial?
KHJ: I’m not smart, but I generally memorize the phone numbers that I use. I don’t specifically set speed dial.
IS: Which objects do you always carry around in your bag?
KHJ: Contact lenses and solution, a razor to shave my facial hair (five o’clock shadow) that has a bluish-greenish tinge, an extra pair of underwear and socks for overnight filming shoots – that’s all.
IS: Is there an actress you’d like to star opposite?
KHJ: Lee Hyori nuna. She was my ideal woman before I debuted as a singer, and following my debut, she is a senior I’m grateful to for giving me a lot of counsel. I want to show Hyori nuna that I’ve grown enough to work on something together with her.
IS: Is there a place you’d particularly like to go on vacation? Who do you want to go with?
KHJ: I’ve lived by Songpa-gu since I was young. They’re friends that I’ve spent most of my life with. I fear nothing when I’m with these friends. I want to go on a vacation to outer space with my friends and take on a new challenge against the limitations of life. Has this become too unbelievable?…
IS: What is your life motto?
KHJ: “Since you were already born, you should work hard to make your name known, help your less fortunate neighbours while living a life that earns respect.”
IS: Do you have any jinxes, superstitions or customs?
KHJ: Not any jinxes; I could say it’s a habit? No matter where we go, I think I always pay for the meals. When I get stressed, I go on fishing trips or listen to music.
IS: What will you do if your parents oppose your marriage like Boys Over Flowers‘ Gu Jun Pyo?
KHJ: I’ll push forward with it. I’m prepared to take responsibility for my life and am ready to stand up against my parents if it’s somebody that I believe I’ll spend the rest of my life with.
IS: What is your drinking capacity? Which alcohol do you like, where do you drink and with whom?
KHJ: I drink a lot. Soju. The location does not matter. With members [of SS501] or friends. A simple food cart (stall) is okay. [Grilled] pork and kimchi with soju is the best.
IS: What is the one biggest difference between before and after appearing on Boys Over Flowers?
KHJ: The age range of people who recognize me has widened. The character of Ji Hu itself  has been an instrument (opportunity) for another Kim Hyun Joong to be born.
IS: A life crisis – when was the most perilous time so far in your life?
KHJ: When climbing up and coming down [Mount] Halla San on our farewell vacation on MBC’s We Got Married. It took five hours to go up, and 2 hours to come down. I thought it would be easy to climb, so I rashly ran up like a man, but my breath filled up to my chin. When coming down, I didn’t think I’d be able to get down if I paused at all from running, so I ran down without a break  within two hours. In the end, I got to the sleeping quarters and passed out without even being able to film the final (closing) interview.
IS: If you get 10 billion won in your hand from winning the lottery, how would you distribute the spending?
KHJ: I’d give 5 billion won to my parents and 1 billion won to Lee Ho Yeon, the president of DSP Entertainment. I’d give 2 billion won to the less fortunate, and I’d like to share the remaining 2 billion with my friends.
IS: Do you have a secret to skincare? What is one skincare requirement for skin like a white gem?
[KP's note: I can't believe I just had to write "skin like a white gem".]
KHJ: I receive treatment from the dermatologist often. Is my answer too honest? Keke (ㅋㅋ) I try to always wash my face cleanly (well).
IS: Do you have any sleeping habits?
KHJ: I sleep only in my underwear. I can’t endure heat, so I’ve slept wearing just underwear since I was little. I like wearing just underwear to sleep because I like the cool, soft feeling of the blanket touching my skin.
IS: Have you ever left a comment (reply) on the Internet?
KHJ: I don’t read negative comments about myself much. There have been times when after reading people’s assessments of me on fan pages, I have written my own opinions. Sometimes I post my feelings publicly, other times I post them privately. I often write harsh critiques of myself as well. I use Daum on the Internet frequently.
IS: If you get a girlfriend or if you have one now, is there endearing nickname you want to call her?
KHJ: I [would] just call her by her actual name. Unlike Ji Hu, I do not have a meticulous or gentle personality. I would like my girlfriend to be a person who is as comfortable as a friend.
IS: Approximately when did you date your last girlfriend? How long ago was it, what age and what occupation does she have?
KHJ: We broke up right after I debuted, haha (ㅎㅎ).
[KP's note: According to Naver, SS501's debut was in 2005.]
IS: If you get a girlfriend, what kind of present would you most want to receive from her?
KHJ: Actually, I’m more familiar with giving gifts rather than receiving them. Even if there was something I wanted to receive, I couldn’t tell her and just bought it myself. To that person I’m most grateful towards, nothing I give would be wasteful.
IS: Name a characteristic that you’re jealous of from each F4 member.
KHJ: Min Ho’s height, Beom’s maturity, Joon hyung’s personality?
IS: If you were given a perfectly [schedule-]free day, what would you want to do?
KHJ: I want to sleep the entire day.
IS: (Who manages your income?) How do you manage your income?
KHJ: I’ve held part-time jobs since I was young, so I automatically managed my own income. My parents trust me.
IS: So far in life, what has been your greatest fortune?
KHJ: That I have my “testicles” friends that I’ve known since elementary school? Also, the fact that I’m a member of the group SS501.
[KP's note: "Testicles" friends is an expression for close male friends who have grown up together since childhood.]
Source: ISplus

DSP Media prepares to debut a new boy group

by VITALSIGN



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DSP Media Entertainment is preparing to debut a new boy group that industry representatives have nicknamed “SS502.”  The company opened an audition earlier, and the final members were chosen on January 7th.
The company created the group with the intention to continue the success of their representative boy group, SS501. Although their debut date hasn’t been revealed yet, each of the members are undergoing strict training in a variety of genres.
In an interview with Newsen, DSP Media revealed, “About five members have joined the group.  We’ll be releasing details on the confirmed members by the end of this month.  We’ve brought in our composers to change it up musically, and our goal is to debut them within the first half of this year.”

honestly? if DSP continues with their plan of naming the new group after SS501, which they call as of now as "SS502"...really, it's not a nice thing to do. i believe the new group will suffer the consequences of hearing not so good things from Triple S or from the followers of SS501.

there is no need to make the fans angry...just don't drag the name SS501. let it go...coz in the eyes of a true Triple S, there will never be another SS501. and after all this time, they, (like me) are waiting for a comeback or a reunion and for another awesome album!

SS501 fighting!!!!

Sunday, January 9, 2011

08/01/11 Wu Chun walked past and SS501 fans welcomed the Wrong Person

by SS501
English translation: PlanetHyun.blogspot.com
Please repost with full credits.

South Korea Male Group SS501 arrived in Hong Kong to hold their fan meeting, around 100 over fans had arrived earlier yesterday at the airport to wait for their idol. In between, Fahrenheit member Wu Chun arrived in Hong Kong and exit the immigration exit, around 100 over fans rush over then knew that they had ‘welcome the wrong person’, making the scene very embarassing!
South Korea popular male group SS501 2 members Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng, yesterday arrived in Hong Kong to hold their ‘KyuJong and YoungSaeng AND STORY in Hong Kong’ asia tour fan meeting at Asia Expo. Around hundred over fans had arrived early to the airport, holding banners to welcome their idol arrival in Hong Kong. In between Taiwan group Fahrenheit member Wu Chun step out, a few Wu Chun fans and security suddenly moved forward, hundred over Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng’s fan also ‘don’t want to lose out’ started to scream and rush forward, until they reached infront of Wu Chun then realized that they had welcomed the wrong person, was very embarassing, fans showed their disappointment and returned back into position, continued to wait patiently. Actually for this trip Wu Chun was passing by Hong Kong for CF filming only.
South Korea fans tagged along
After waited for anoter 10mins, their charming prince Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng finally stepped out from the immigration exit, wearing dark glasses, friendly Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng, waved to fans on site every now and then, also comply to request to stand still for group photo, making fans very happy and kept shouting ‘Very Handsome’. Fans had talso aken the opportunity to pass their present, Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng who were preparing to board the car seemed to have difficulties to move forward. According to the organizer, there were around hundred fans waiting at the restricted area, while some fans from South Korea had also tagged along with them to Hong Kong to support them.

lol! this is really funny:))