Chung Jae-Young, well-known as J, a Korean-American singer, is planning to tie the knot with her U.S. soldier boyfriend in September 14.

We do not see much from her these recent times, but according to a wedding consultant who told Star News, “We are currently organizing for J and her boyfriend’s wedding. The specifics of the event have not yet been confirmed.”

J grew up in Northern Virginia. She had her debut song “Like Yesterday” in 1998.

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE: msn


2PM is honored as their song 'Give Me Love' will be the theme song of the Japanese drama 'Take Five'.


A TBS producer explained, “They are not just handsome and stylish, they also have gentle charms. We think that they wold fit well with the drama.

2PM stated, “We are very glad that they chose our song. We hope that 'Give Me Love' will give justice to 'Take Five'. We promise to perform at our best. We thank all for the love and support.”

The drama will premiere on April 19 at TBS (Tokyo Broadcasting System).

written by: loveluytakyo
SOURCE: tbs



The pressure is on  Eun Ji Won's shoulder as his distant aunt, Park Geun Hye, South Korea's first female president won the election last December.

“I think that I need to become more cautious, but people advise me to act as normal because we’re only distant relatives.” replied the singer to Oh Sang Jin's question about his feeling of being more careful of his behavior. “

Eun Ji Won was SBS' Thank You March 29 episode's guest. Cha In Pyo asked him if his aunt, the president, gave him money.

He replied, “I can't remember any instance that she gave me allowance or Lunar New Year money. I just  usually meet her outside.”

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
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Teen Top mimics the poses in the present they received from fans.

On March 30th, Teen Top uploaded a new photo on Twitter and wrote "We are Ten Top Rangers! Save the Earth! Thank you Thailand! We gonna miss u TT" expressing their gratitude towards their beloved fans.

In the photo, Teen Top handsome members are posing like 'Power Rangers', looking cool and funny at the same time. 

On the other hand, Teen Top along with EXO-M, B1A4 and Girls' Generation performed at 'Super Joint Concert in Thailand' which was held on the 30th of March at the Rajamangala National Stadium.


Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net



K-pop fans know that before their idols became famous, they underwent a lot of strenuous training to hone their inborn talents and to develop new one. 

It's sad to know that there are rumors (at least we call those as 'rumors' because there are no solid proof) that there are k-pop idols who experience unfair treatments. Their aspiration to be well-known with their talents are used by some people.

JTBC exposed through an interview with an ex-trainee that sexual favors are very common in Korean entertainment industry. Common? As in, is it like a part of the process to become an idol? Without it, you can't go to the next step? I'm just asking.

She stated and I quote: “When I was training to become a Korean idol, I was often asked to appear at a bar. I was minor then. Honestly, there are agencies that don't develop stars but function as brokers that trade female trainee to different sponsors that are willing to pay 220-900 USD.”

This is so alarming. Is this what the aspirants need to undergo to reach their dream to perform in front of many people? If the answer is yes, I wish there are no K-pop idols anymore. It's better that I'm not writing about them than to write stuff like this. 

Whether it is a fact or a fib, the fact that it's being brought up, things to address this should be done. 

written by: loveluytakyo@dkponews.net
SOURCE:  jtbc.co.kr



SHINee, Big Bang's Taeyang, 2AM,Miss A and Wonder Girls will have special stages with 'Kpop Star Season 2' TOP 3.

SBS's 'Kpop Star Season 2' semi-final round will be aired on March 31st. TOP 3 finalists are Akdong Musician, Bang Ye Dam and Andrew Choi will have collaboration stages with artists from SM,YG,JYP which is drawing much attention.

Bang Ye Dam which was casted by YG last week will have a chance to collaborate with Big Bang's Taeyang and they will sing Big Bang's "Bad Boy". The song is known for its attractive beat and easily hooked rhythm, Bang Ye Dam and Taeyang, really a much anticipated performance.

Andrew Choi was casted by SM. He is known to have composed songs for TVXQ, EXO and  Japanese group EXILE, he also participated in composing songs for SHINee's new album. For this special stage, he will collaborate with SHINee. Composer and singer on one stage, they're expected to showcase an awesome performance.

Meanwhile, the genius sibblings duo Akdong Musician will have a joint stage with 2AM,Wonder Girls and Miss A. JYP Nation artists will have a musical-like stage along with the duo, and also they will share some stories behind the stages and talk about how they came up composing songs with such witty lyrics.

Don't forget to watch this episode on March 31st at 4:50 pm kst.


Written by Clover @ DKPOPNEWS.NET



Brown Eyed Soul’s Naul sweeps the dirt to clear his side regarding rumors about Han Hye Jin, his ex-girlfriend, and Secret’s Song Jieun.

The first clarification was about the rumor that he and Secret’s Song Ji Eun are dating. He wrote on his twitter account, “Rumors give me a realization that you could be dating a person that you even don't know personally."

The second clarification was about his break up with his nine-year girlfriend Han Hye Jin. They broke up in December of 2012.   

Naul defended Han Hye Jin, “...I cheated on my girlfriend of nine years with a younger woman. Hye Jin is a very faithful girlfriend. Please don't make rumors that have no proof to a person who is happy with his new man, to a person who wanted to remember our past as a happy memory. It really hurts. Please.”

We feel for you Naul.

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE:  mwave


Teen Top’s Chunji made himself more accessible to his fans as he joined Twitterverse on March 28.

His first tweet was posted on March 29 saying, “Everyone…I am on Twitter now. There are many things that I don’t know, so please help me .”

If you are a supporter of Chunji, you can follow him at @wowous.

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE: @wowous





Fans in Singapore and nearby countries can look forward to meeting rookie boy group A-Prince for their first ever showcase in Singapore! A-Prince Showcase Live In Singapore will be on May 18th 2013 at the DBS Arts Centre.

A-Prince will not just impress fans with their performances, as the showcase will also feature a lot of interactive activities for fans to get an up-close opportunity with the members. Comprising of 5 members; Prince of Prince Sungwon, Sexy Prince Minhyuk, Smile Prince Seungjun, Cutie Prince Siyoon and Pure/Baby Prince Woobin, APrince first received much attention from their predebut single 'You're The Only One' which was written by MBLAQ's vocalist, G.O. The New Planet Entertainment's boy group then debuted in November 2012 with the minialbum 'Hello'.

A-Prince has also ambitiously ventured into the Japan market with promotions and holding a showcase followed by their first solo concert in Tokyo last December. Barely two months into their debut, their daring move paid off. A-Prince’s successful Japan concert attracted more than 1,000 fans, an amazing feat for a new group. Their talents were recognized during the Asia Model Festival Awards 2013 in Seoul, where A-Prince was awarded the K-Pop Rising Singer Award. They also bagged the Rookie Award at the Korean Culture Entertainment Awards.

They also got appointed as Korean Boy Scout honorary ambassadors. A-Prince is definitely one rookie group to keep a look out for! The fresh voices of Korea's up and rising princes will brighten up your day!




A-PRINCE Showcase Live in Singapore is presented by JNation Entertainment 

Event Date: 18 May 2013, Saturday, 2pm 
Duration: Approx 2 hrs 
Venue: DBS Arts Centre - Home of SRT 
For Tickets please check: http://aprince.eventbrite.sg



Seo In Guk showed how he lives alone on March 29’s MBC’s I Live Alone episode. But all were surprised. 

He got the strawberries, and then he headed to the sink to wash them. He shocked the other members on the show on how he washed the strawberries. He just let the running water to pour on  the strawberry package and then let the water to leak out from the holes in the package. 

Seo In Guk asked, “Don’t you just run it once under water?”

That episode tells us that our idols are not perfect. They are like us. There are things that they are not good at.

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE: mwave



TIME is a very prestigious magazine. It features valuable events in the world and honors different kind of people in their 100 list of most influential people in the world.
A person from South Korea is nominated. No other than, Psy. 

The world became hooked with Psy's new flavor that he offered, with his horse-inspired steps in his viral Oppa Gangnam Style.

The question is, will Psy be on the list of 2013 TIME's 100 most influential people in the world? It's up to you. Because you can vote for him and other nominees on TIME's TIME 100 official website until April 12. 

The result will be revealed on April 18.

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE: time100.time


Lunafly is in Malaysia to entertain the Malaysian Lukies. As a an appreciation from the Lukies, they gave LUNAFLY a box of cupcakes with the names of the Sam, Yun and Teo.
  
As a return of gratitude, Lunafly posted on their official Facebook page this message, "THANKYOU SO MUCH TO OUR LUKIE FANS FOR A WONDERFUL EVENING(/^o^)/" with a photo of them with the cup cakes.

Delicious cup cakes for awesome men. 

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net



Kim Hyung Jun, who will star as Han Ji Hye’s younger brother in ‘Gold, come quick’, is seen in the 'Celebration Party' for Newsen’s 8th anniversary, @Star1's 1st anniversary and the official launch of French jewelry brand DIDIER DUBOT.

‘Gold, come quick’ is showing on April 6, three days after its press conference (April 3).

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
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Idol group Teen Top who will be having their first Asia Tour in Seoul revealed the information and introduction of the concert. Check it out below.


Hello. This is TOPmedia.
Announcement of Teen Top concert Ticket Open.
Please read the information below. 
Thank you.

Information
- Name of the concert : 2013 TEENTOP Asia Tour in Seoul
- Dates of the concert : May 11th 2013 (Sat.) 6PM / May 12th 2013 (Sun.) 5PM
- Place : HwaJeong Stadium, Korea University.
- Price of the ticket : All seats 88,000 Won (VAT included)

*Notice about the Fan Club pre-sale tickets.
-Angel 2nd period Fan Club members can get pre-sale tickets via interpark Ticket.
-members can book Fan Club pre-sale tickets from April 3rd (Wed.) 8PM(KST). You need to log in Interpark Ticket with the ID which was used when you join the Fan Club.
-Members who lose the card or didn’t get it yet can buy tickets, Interpark system has the record of joining the Fan Club.
-Fan Club members can buy maximum 2 tickets per one concert.
-If you miss the pre-sale ticket, you can buy ticket on General Booking.

Interpark Ticket : http://ticket.interpark.com/

Concert Introduction
Teen Top 1st independent concert ‘No.1’

Teen Top debuted with 1st single ‘Clap’ as Korea’s youngest idol group in July 2010 and since then they’ve released singles and mini albums ‘Supa Luv’, ‘No More Perfume On You’, ‘To You’ ‘Be Ma Girl’. They’ve grown to be representative idols leading K-POP with their trendy and addictive songs and their knife-like dance.

Teen Top successfully concluded a 5-city Europe Tour February 2013, first ever for an idol group and after releasing their 1st full album ‘No.1’ on 25 February, they have made their grand comeback, setting sight not only for Korea but for the world.

Teen Top have matured, putting up even stronger performances and dance, creating a new term for their knife-like dance and are actively promoting their album!

Emotional vocal and rap, and their great performances; Teen Top has been receiving lots of love over the past 3 years and they’re finally holding their first concert on 11 & 12 May 2013.

The 6 members of Teen Top will be putting up fresh appearances and unique performances, taking you to a whole new dimension with their live concert, happening right in front of you. 2013 TEEN TOP Asia Tour in Seoul!!


On March 29, tvN announced on their official website, "We will make the showbiz explode with Boom and Kwanghee"

It has been reported that Boom and Kwanghee of ZE:A will be MCs for the new TV show "Friends treating You To Something". In this program, MCs will become viewer's friends through KakaoTalk and participate in the challenge together.

PD Park Sung Jae revealed "Human relationships are becoming wider, as the smartphone and SNS are increasingly popular. The owner of the phone and their phone contacts will have the real connection as friends of the 21st century. We thought it would be interesting to create a program that viewers at home can participate, and celebrities are no longer the image on TV, they will also be part of the program".
 
He added, "Boom and Kwanghee wiill make friends with viewers through KakaoTalk and viewers can give requests to talk with other celebrities and share their stories. Although Boom and Kwanghee are celebrities, they are extremely friendly and helpful, so I think they are the perfect MCs for this program".

It has also been reported that in just one week since the MC started making friends through KakaoTalk, 20,000 fans have registered showing many interests toward this new program.

"Friends treating You To Something" will be aired on tvN since April 14.
 
Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS


Girl group T-ara received a plaque from the Korean Tourism Organization.

T-ara participated in KBS 'Let's Go Dream Team Season 2' which was held in Hanoi, Vietnam. To honor their participation and for promoting '2013 Visit Korea Campaign' as performers, they received an award from the Korean Tourism Organization. As the representatives of T-ara, Hyomin and Eunjung accepted the award.


The MC of the show, Lee Changmyung, Son Hoyoung and also Park Jaemin were there to show their support for the girls who worked hard to have this award. 

On the other hand KBS "Let's Go Dream Team Season 2" will be broadcast on the 7th of April.


Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net



Stage name: Gil
Birthname: Gil Seong-joon (길성준)
Date of Birth: December 24, 1977
Height: 178cm
Position: Vocalist

Stage name: Garie/Gary
Birthname: Kang Hee-gun (강희건)
Date of Birth: February 24, 1978
Height: 174cm
Weight: 70kg
Blood type: A
Position: Rapper, Leader
Leessang is a South Korean Hip-hop duo, formed in 2002, Leessang is known for its collaborations with Drunken Tiger, Yoon Mi Rae, Big Mama King, Hwayobi, Ali and many others.
Leessang is also well-known as entertainers in various TV shows as Gary in Running man, Gil in Come to play and the Voice of Korea. 
Their latest track:


G.Na updated her Twitter on 29th March to celebrate Music Bank Victory.

She wrote,"Today with Ilhoon at the waiting room, got the 1st place trophy my eyes are crying and smiling at the same time, really appreciate that, will continue to work hard."

She is seen posing with BTOB's Ilhoon while carving a cheerful smile.

Fans commented,"Congratulations","Nice song","Enjoy your performance so much" and etc.


On March 29, KBS released new still cuts of IU in drama, "You're the best Lee Soon Shin".

Opposed to IU's casual style since the beginning of the drama, this time, her character started to transform into a new image, drawing viewer's attention.

It has been revealed that in the next episode, IU's character, Lee Soon Shin will take part in a party and she seemed awkward and shy at first. Then, she also met Shin Jun Ho (Jo Jung Suk) unexpectedly there.

The 7th episode of KBS's 'You're the best Lee Soon Shin' will be aired on March 30.
 
Written by Jenny@DKPOPNEWS


SHINee members shared their secrets of managing their bodies.
 
They recently went on taking a photoshoot with Star1 Magazine April. They also had an interview with the magazine in which they talked about their own images.

SHINee were previously known as "herbivorous idol", upon this statement, they said,"We're no longer herbivorous idols but omnivorous idols. We eat various kinds of food, no only we eat a lot but we also work a lot"

SHINee made a comeback recently and this time they give off a manlier and look more attractive than previous albums. When they were asked about their secrets to keep their body fit, they said,"There's no secret. We always practice dancing so there's no chance for us to gain weight. Because the choreography is difficult so we suffered and went through a lot of hardship"

Written by Clover @ DKPOPNEWS.NET



FT Island held an event in front of over 300 fans at Osanbashi Hall on March 27.
The group performed passionately their 10th Japanese single “You Are My Life”. Before they sang it, they introduced it saying, “It’s a ballad song so we sang it in a very relaxed mood. It is very different from our first songs, thus it was not easy for us, but we want to give our fans a new flavor of FT Island. " 
They also sang “Like the Birds” and “Beautiful World” and revealed something that fans would be excited for, “We are planning to perform in Japanese arenas in June. "
written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
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B.A.P.'s concert dates for its "Live on Earth - Pacific Tour" were posted in their official Facebook page by TS Entertainment last March 27.

B.A.P will perform in the United States from May 7 to 17 and they will be taking part in Verizon's Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM) Tour. The next stops are in Tokyo on May 24, in Taipei on June 9, in Singapore on June 12, and in Hong Kong by June 22. 

written by: loveluytakyo@dkpopnews.net
SOURCE:

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Girls' Generation's Taeyeon is addicted to Instagram.

With at least an update daily, she continues to update fans with some new photos, this time she greets Thai Sones with a new pair of dorky photos.

She wrote,"Grrr~ taengudnight Thailand♥".

Fans commented,"What are you biting","So cute","Taeyeon is in Thailand?" and etc.

Meanwhile, Girls' Generation will perform at the Super Joint Concert in Thailand on 30th March.
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