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7:54 PM

FT Island frontman Lee Hongki’s photobook for his debut movie ‘Passionate Goodbye’ ranked first in Japan’s sales chart.

According to Japan Tower Record, photobook for the movie ‘Passionate Goodbye’ (also titled ‘Phoenix : The Song of Promise’ in Japan) starring Lee Hong Ki became number 1 at book and magazine chart. The photobook contains still cuts from the film and unreleased making photos.

‘Passionate Goodbye’ premiered in Korea on May 30 and it has been released in Japan under the title of ‘Phoenix : The Song of Promise’ on June 7. It is about the story of troublesome idol star (Hong Ki) and terminally ill patients who find the true value of lives as they get to know each other.
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10:07 AM

FT Island’s vocalist Lee Hongki participated in the soundtrack for his debut film, ‘Passionate Goodbye’.

On May 15th, Hongki released his latest single titled, “Jump” along with its full music video, featuring highlights from the movie itself.

The movie ‘Passionate Goodbye’ is a story of troublesome idol star (Hongki) and terminally ill patients who find the true value of lives as they get to know each other. The movie also stars Ma Dong suk, Lim Won hee, Baek Jin hee, Jun Min seo and more, and is set to be released in this coming May.

Check out the MV below!

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1:00 PM



Global We Got Married reveals preview pictures of Hongki-Mina's wedding.

The photo already garnered attention for its dramatic and fairy tale-like concept. Hongki and Mina looks so sweet on their photos.

In the first photo, the couple is seen in a black and white concept wherein Hongki has his arms around Mina's waist and back hugging her. The photo was taken perfectly that it appeared like its a fairy tale wherein Hongki looks like a prince and Mina as a princess in a white wedding gown.

In the second photo, Mina is wearing a bright smile while Hongki is lovingly looking at her from behind.



Do you like to see more of their photos?

Source: Global WGM Facebook account
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net
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7:00 PM



Global We Got Married couple Hongki and Mina go on a bicycle date.

Global WGM Facebook uploaded a photo of the couple riding on their bikes where they seem to be a bicycle dating outdoors. The couple look cute together. Mina is so pretty wearing a white dress while Hongki is wearing a blue longsleeves with a black vest.

Fans commented, "Oh! Bicycle date!","Mina is pretty!","Hongki you're so cute".,"I like this couplevery much." and so on.

Here are other photos of the couple uploaded by Hongki on his twitter account on April 19.




Source: GWGM Facebook page and Hongki's twitter
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net
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7:30 PM



Ahead of it's premiere on May 30, FT Island Lee Hongki's movie 'Passionate Goodbye' has been sold to five countries.

The movie was sold to Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. It will also be in Japan theaters by June.

Niners Entertainment, that is in responsible with overseas promotions, stated, "The movie got huge interest from other countries because of its fresh music that will also bring laughters and touching moments. In addition to that,it is also Lee Hongki's movie debut who is an Asian rishing star."

Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net

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8:30 PM

The global edition of ‘We Got Married’ has revealed photos of FT Island’s Lee Hongki meeting his virtual wife and Japanese actress Fujii Mina for the first time.

After their first meeting, Lee Hongki said, “When I first saw Fujii Mina, I was amazed by her good looks. Recently, I gained weight and lost a lot of confidence but she tries really hard all the time to accommodate me.”

This global edition was projected to promote cultural exchange between the celebrities from different countries, as they live in their virtual married lives. Besides Lee Hongki-Fujii Mina couple, 2PM Taecyeon also pairs up with Taiwan idol star Wu Ying Jie.




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8:30 PM

FT Island’s vocalist Lee Hong Ki is making his debut as a movie actor.

Japanese outlets announced that Lee Hong Ki’s debut film ‘Passionate Goodbye’ (also known as ‘Phoenix, the Song of Promise’) will be premiering in Korea on May and in Japan this coming June.

‘Passionate Goodbye’ is a human-drama that tells the story of troublesome idols who realize the value of their life and music after volunteering to work with patients at hospice hospitals. Lee Hong Ki will play the lead role of idol Choong Ui, a troublesome child who has to do volunteer work at the hospice hospital.

The film also stars actors Ma Dong Suk, Lim Won Hee, Paek Jin Hee and Jeon Min Seo.
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11:28 AM

FT Island’s vocalist Lee Hongki is up to no good on April Fool’s Day.

On April 1st, Lee Hongki nearly broke everyone’s hearts by announcing on his Twitter, “FT Island decided to disband from today. Thank you for the love you’ve showed for us so far.”

He added, “And we will reborn as Lee Hongki and 4 children”, playing an April Fool’s Days prank on all his fans.

While many fans were relieved to find out that Hongki was just being a jokester, some fans were not even affected by those words saying, “That didn’t work at all”, “I knew it!” and “We all saw it coming”.

Did Lee Hongki got you?
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9:00 PM

FTISLAND’s Lee Hongki, the new MC for Mnet “Mcountdown”, distributed self-produced name cards to his fans personally.

Being his first MC show on “Mcountdown” on 30th, Lee Hongki gave out self-produced name cards to his fans who came to watch the recording, one by one down the long queue at Sangam-dong CJ E&M Center before the live show, announcing himself as the new MC.

Lee Hongki held his head up and introduced himself in front of his fans, “Hello. I’m Mcountdown’s new MC, Lee Hongki. Nice to meet you. It’s my honour to be the MC (of Mcountdown). I will do my best to make Mcountdown the most representative global K-POP chart,” revealing his strong ambitions.

Lee Hongki put on his all-time bright smile and distributed his name cards one by one to his fans, raising the anticipation level for his first “Mcountdown” MC stage.

The name card that was given out to his fans, has a white background, stating “Lee Hongki Mcountdown MC” and “Mcountdown”‘s official homepage, Twitter and Facebook information are also written at the bottom of the card. The new logo of “Mcountdown” as well as MC Lee Hongki’s personally signed autograph can also be seen at the back of the name card.

On the other hand, “Mcountdown” will air on 30 August, at 6pm, with Lee Hongki as its new MC.

Credit: X Sports News + Hanguk Ilbo + ying1005@withtreasures
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5:26 PM

Having been appointed as the new host for Mnet's weekly music program, ‘M! Countdown’, FT Island’s frontman Lee Hongki delivered a special performance of songs that represent the Korean wave.

Hongki performed an acoustic version of BoA’s “No. 1”. The song is meaningful as it is the first Korean song to reach the number one spot on Japan’s Oricon Chart, and marked the start of the K-Pop boom.

He also reinterpreted DBSK’s hit song “Mirotic” and ballad singer Shin Seung Hun’s “I Believe” in his own unique style.

Check out his performance below featuring AOA!

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1:09 PM

Having been appointed as the new host for Mnet's weekly music program, ‘M! Countdown’, FT Island’s frontman Lee Hongki expressed his excitement by painting ‘M! Countdown’ on his nails.

Hongki posted on his Twitter, “Babies, will you come see me every week?”, and attached a photo of his thumb with special ‘M! Countdown’ manicure in honor of becoming the new MC of the music program.

On August 30, Hongki will begin his MC duties as well as peform a special stage. He will be singing singer Boa’s hit song “No. 1.”
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5:15 PM

FT Island’s frontman Lee Hongki has been appointed as the new host for Mnet's weekly music program, ‘M! Countdown’, replacing former MC Tony An who left the show last week.

On August 27th, PD Jung Yoo Jin of ‘M! Countdown’ revealed, “‘M! Countdown’ will undergo a change beginning August 30, with FT Island’s Lee Hongki taking on hosting duties. He has good MC qualities such as graceful tongue and has the power of witty improvisation.”

Jung Yoo Jin added, “Hongki has led an active singing career and he has what it takes to be an MC with his skills of speaking well and wit. He’s especially fluent in Japanese, and is popular overseas which led us to choose him as the next MC that fits the show the best.”
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12:34 PM

FT Island vocalist, Lee Hongki will be making his big screen debut in the upcoming movie tentatively titled “Our Heaven”.

According to FNC Entertainment representative, Lee Hongki has been cast as the male lead in director Nam Tae Soo’s new film, “Our Heaven”. Set to crank in September, the movie focuses on the story of a superstar who is sent to a hospice to volunteer after causing a trouble that stirs up social controversy.

Although this will be Lee Hongki’s first major movie role, he has starred in various dramas including SBS “You’re Beautiful” (aka You’ve Fallen for Me) and KBS 2TV “Noriko Goes to Seoul.”

Lee Hongki stated, “I put a great deal of importance and thoughts into choosing my big screen debut project. I was largely moved by the scenario.”
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5:12 PM

FT Island’s Lee Hongki updated fans what FT Island members are up to these days.

On July 4th, Lee Hongki posted on his Twitter, “Hello?” and greeted the fans with a close-up photo of himself. He then tweeted, “Guys… We should go for rehearsal!! Enough of games” and shared a photo of members Choi Jong Hoon and Lee Jae Jin looking quite absorbed in front of a laptop.

Moments later, Lee Hongki showed a photo of Choi Min Hwan sleeping on the sofa, with the caption, “Why are you sleeping again…”

Netizens commented, “Poor oppa, totally being ignored by the members”, “It looks like no one listens to Hongki oppa”, “No wonder he looks tired. He’s using up all his energy rounding up other members” and more.
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7:41 PM

FT Island’s lead vocalist Lee Hongki showcased a unique style in a London Olympics-themed pictorial for the fashion magazine, ‘Dazed & Confused’.

In the July edition of the magazine, Hongki mixed punk rock style with Olympic sports. The FT Island member wears shocking hair styles and punky looks, coupled with sports-inspired props like archer’s bow.

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3:33 PM

FTISLAND’s Lee Hongki reveals pictures from his recent photoshoot on the theme “Musician’s Olympic” to commemorate the London Olympics.

In the July issue of the UK fashion magazine “Dazed & Confused”, Lee Hongki is featured in an unconventional hairstyle and unique stickers make-up, displaying a fresh new combined concept of music and sports.

Though he usually rejects magazine photoshoots, with the interesting idea of combining his favourite English rock band style and sports, this is the first time Lee Hongki takes on a challenge in doing a solo photoshoot ever since debut.

He holds a tennis racquet, instead of a guitar; and a table tennis bat, instead of drumsticks, displaying the English punk rock band image naturally, striking several poses in his English-themed outfits.

Different from his usual playful image, Lee Hongki also exhibits his personal collection which matches the photoshoot concept.

Check out Lee Hongki’s “Musician’s Olympic” photoshoot and details of his interview in the July issue of “Dazed & Confused”.









Sources: Original article on TVDaily; 
Translation: ying1005@withtreasures
Pictures: lizha@hongjaebiased
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8:00 PM

Interest has arosed among netizens regarding male celebrities who are regarded as even prettier than females.

Recently, on one online community’s discussion board, the topic of “male celebrities who are prettier than females” started with pictures of male idol members’ photos dressed as a female being posted on the discussion board.

Different ranks were also assigned to each pretty male celebrity according to how much prettier are they as compared to females; rankings that are enough to dampen a girl’s confidence level.

According to the names that appeared on the ranking list, names of male celebrities such as Kim Hee Chul, Hero Jae Joong, Kim Hyun Joong, Yoo Ho Seok, Lee Hong Ki, El, Jang Geun Suk, and Tae Min were raised.

Responses such as the following were seen on the discussion board as well, “I wish you’ll stop being so pretty”, “Looks that even girls will feel jealous of”, “What’s their secret to becoming prettier?”

Source: maxmovie
Translator: Wonderrrgirl

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12:00 PM

Recently, a compilation of some of the male idol's who cross dressed was revealed online and captured that attention of netizens. The photo compilation was entitled, "Male idols who turns out to be quite prettier than real women".

The compilation included, G-dragon of Big Bang, Jo Kwon of 2AM, Lee Hongki of FT Island, Seungri of Big Bang, Young Saeng and Sung Jong of Infinite. On the photo's where they cross dressed as girls, you can't deny it they turn out really pretty and can pass to be a member of a female idol group, these are just some of course. Netizens commented, "Everybody is so pretty", "They look prettier than real women", "This makes it harder to be a girl".

However, they are not the only ones who cross dressed, who are your favorite male kpop idols who cross dressed as girls? For me, my favorite would be Taemin of SHINee, effortlessly stunningly beautiful as a male and as a female



Source: Newsen
Written by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net
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2:38 PM

News updated on 9th March, at 2.23pm KST: Due to schedule conflicts, Lee Hongki will not be taking up the movie offer.

FTIsland’s Lee Hongki will be making his movie debut as a main lead.

According to a spokesperson, Lee Hongki has recently been casted in the movie “Band Hospice” (Correction: Directed by Nam Taesu).

“Band Hospice” is a movie that portrays the many colouful stories of the members of a band, starring Lee Hongki. With FTIsland’s high popularity in Japan, there are talks on selling the movie rights to Japan, the moment it was made known about Lee Hongki’s casting.

The movie “Band Hospice” has started its early stages of production since 2010 and has met with difficulties. With the recent casting being made, it is getting ready for a full-scale movie production.

Lee Hongki’s spokesperson explained that “It is true that Lee Hongki has met up with film industry personnel lately and has also come to an agreement. Though chances are high that he will be starring in the movie but before sealing the contract, we can’t assure anything as of now.”

On the other hand, FTIsland will be holding a joint concert with CNBlue on 9th March and LA Nokie Theatre.

Credit: Newsen + ying1005@withtreasures
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11:05 AM

FT Island's Lee Hongki missed the chance on winning 50 million KRW!

On February 28, Lee Hongki made an appearance on the KBS quiz show, “1 vs. 100,” as a celebrity contestant where he went against 100 other people for a chance to win 50 million won (approx. $50,000 USD).

On the episode, Lee Hongki advanced up to the eighth round and competed one on one with the final contestant, Kim Young Soo, who happened to be a student from KAIST, one of the most academically advanced schools in Korea. Unfortunately, Hongki got the question wrong and the prize went to the other contestant who answered it correctly.

Lee Hongki expressed his sad feeling saying, “Is there any prizes for the second?” However, he continued, “I was so nervous that my shoulder muscle feels like it’s sprained. But it was really fun and I feel great that I did something meaningful.”
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