2012-06-28
Although it’s been a while since she’s hit the stage, Son Dam Bi is keeping busy with her drama, ‘Light and Shadow‘, and new pictorials showing off her stunning body!
Son Dam Bi’s official Facebook was updated on June 27th with three new photos from the set of her photoshoot with “Men’s Health“. The post read, “Unedited photos from the set of Men’s Health. The owner of a perfect body line without the need of any editing!”
True to their word, the photos are surprisingly unedited, showing off Son Dam Bi’s gorgeous figure as is. Dressed in two different sporty but equally sexy styles, Son Dam Bi looks like she’d surely turn many heads once she hits the gym.
Netizens commented, “Her body is so toned”, “Hard to believe they’re not edited”, “Her tan skin and chocolate abs are perfect”, and “Perfect body line”.
( Two more pics under the cut )
Source + Photos: AKP & Sports Chosun via Nate
INFINITE Q&A Season 2: Hoya
2012-06-28 08:51 amShow what you think is your charm’s point and draw your good looking face (Refer to the example picture):
We hope your will reply to all the questions thoughtfully. If not, it’d be a shame, a sha~me ´▽ `
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trans. cr; hyejin @ infinite updates | source cr; infinite’s fancafe ; take out with full credits

( Watch the performances! )
( Nominees & Winners )
videos: TanVuMnet, bluebirdsfly9, simhy
winners list from allkpop
NU’EST to make a comeback mid-July!
2012-06-28 11:38 am
Boy group NU’EST, who made their debut in March with their single ‘FACE‘, attracted a lot of attention for their incorporation of dubstep.
In the photo teaser that was released today for their upcoming comeback, the NU’EST members can be seen under a spotlight, each holding a mask in their hand.
Pledis Entertainment told allkpop, “NU’EST’s debut album FACE had a message about teen violence in schools. The message of this album involves freedom of expression and molting of the old. The members will show off their upgraded, transformed sides.”
Fans commented, “The visuals are daebak!”, “Each member has his own unique style!”, and “I wonder what message this album will convey“, showing an explosive response to NU’EST’s upcoming comeback.
NU’EST is planning on making their comeback in mid-July with more powerful vocals, catchy beats, and powerful performances.
Excited. And bb Ren is looking gooood.
source:
allkpop
Exo-K models for The Face Shop
2012-06-28 12:21 pm
Popular South Korean skin care / cosmetics retailer The Face Shop recently picked up rookie boy group EXO-K as endorsement models.
On June 27th, The Face Shop’s official website was updated with numerous photos of the EXO-K members endorsing the Face Shop’s Chia Seed skin care cream. They’re also holding two contests where winners can win a Canon 600D DSLR camera, Face Shop merchandise, and 50 autographed EXO-K CD’s.
Check out the photos below.
source: akp + Chia-Seed.co.kr
Whose photos are your favourite? I personally love Sehun's...and Suho's since he's in a bathtub :3

After releasing their summer special album “Loving U“, girl group SISTAR can proudly mark it up as a success as the album quickly dominated the major music charts of Korea. According to their company Starship Entertainment, the album hit the top spot on Melon, Mnet, Soribada, Cyworld, and more, qualifying them for the coveted ‘all-kill’ title.
“Loving U” was produced by rising production team, Duble Sidekick and the music video was directed by one of the nation’s top music video producers, Joo Hee Sun, who has directed visual feasts such as After School‘s “Bang!” and DJ DOC‘s “I’m This Kind of Person“. Using the spectacular natural backdrop of Hawaii, the music video for “Loving U” reveals a fresh look for the SISTAR members.
Through the summer special album, SISTAR plans to showcase a ‘vacation girl’ concept, bringing out a side of themselves their fans have never seen before.
Source - AllKpop
In other news, top digital download site, Melon, has discounted their songs to 50% off, including Sistar's new single, "Loving U"! The girls are now promoting the bargain deal! Great news for Sistar fans on a budget IMO!
Source #2 - Melon
Reporting - me

lmao at them selling "Loving U" at 50% off oop
Actress Kim Seon-ah has become the style queen.
Taking on the role of Hwang Ji-an in the MBC drama "I Do, I Do", Kim Seon-ah is displaying various and sorts of style from head to toe.
She wears wine colored skirts, unique jewelry, sophisticated high heels that represent her and just covers herself from head to toe with hot fashion items. She cut her hair short to create the snobbish character of Hwang Ji-an and as extreme as this was, everyone is crazy for her.
She puts on a different look from other actresses, matching unique jewelry to match her hair along with sophisticated outfits and putting on a whole new trend. Always having been interested in fashion, Kim Seon-ah picked out the accessories herself and matched them to her outfits. Several women asked about the necklaces and earrings she wore in the drama and Kim Seon-ah created a sales boom in various shops where they even sell out and customers have to make orders.
High-heels are what represent Kim Seo-ah. She pulls off any kinds of heels in various ways and shows off the bold and confident career woman that she is, making her all women's 'wannabe'.
Sources & Cr : Newsen & Hancinema
Bang Sang-hoon, the chairman of Chosun Ilbo is being brought forward to the trial as he is one of many on the 'Jang Ja-yeon list' of people who received sexual favors from the late Jang Ja-yeon.
Bang has been summoned as a witness to the trial of Lee Jong-gul of the United Democratic Party who has been charged with defamation for claiming that Bang Sang-hoon received sexual favors from Jang.
The court decided Bang step forward to speak the truth and accepted the favors of the defendant. The court will summon the witness in August or September for open trial.
Previously, MP Lee Jong-hul mentioned that Bang was involved in the 'Jang Ja-yeon list'. He was also charged with releasing a video of this statement online.
Sources & Cr : TV Daily , Hancinema
GD and his new PINK hair in Paris
2012-06-28 05:55 pm( BEWARE: Horror under the cut )
Source: BBupdate 1, 2
On June 28th, JYJ‘s Jaejoong and Junsu opened up a large-scale fan exposition at the SETEC for their ‘2012 JYJ Membership Week‘.
( Read more... )
Source : Allkpop, Mydaily via Nate, MegWu@youtube
CHI CHI release "Love is Energy" MV
2012-06-28 06:46 pmThe 5-member group, including new member Shine, recently wrapped up promotions in Japan. They’ll be making a comeback with “Love is Energy” (release date June 29th KST).
( single cover )
source: akp + Trophyentertainment1

Popular idol group B1A4 is being met with an explosive response after releasing their first Japanese debut single, ‘Beautiful Target‘.
B1A4 made their official debut in Japan with ‘Beautiful Target’ on June 27th, and on the same day of release, the group ranked within the top 5 on the Oricon Chart with famous Japanese boy band KAT-TUN and Girls’ Generation. In addition, the boys have also stolen the top 3 spots on Tower Records‘ daily rankings, Japan’s largest music portal site.
source: akp + Chosun via Naver
And according to this, the boys sold 15,858 copies of their single!

On June 29, YG Entertainment revealed the details of 2NE1’s upcoming comeback by announcing the July 5 release of 2NE1’s new single I Love You.
In addition, after the release of the first single I Love You, the second single will be released three weeks later in a single-by-single release strategy as opposed to the entire album being released at once.
A similar and successful strategy was adopted by 2NE1 last year after it released singles such as Lonely, I Am the Best, Hate You and Ugly and swept the charts.
The upcoming first single I Love You was produced by Teddy and will be performed for the first time on July 8 on SBS’ Inkigayo.
Source: ygfamilyy via enewsworld
JYJ‘s Jaejoong has updated fans on the condition of fellow member Yoochun‘s eye infection.
Jaejoong took to his Twitter and wrote, “For JYJ membership week, the C-jes family worked really hard; fans, please enjoy to your heart’s content~. Although I felt very bad for Yoochun after seeing his [swollen] face today, he was smiling widely while watching the exposition [progress]~. Don’t worry too much ^^.”
( Read more... )
Source: Allkpop, Jaejoong’s Twitter
With the release date of their 6th full length album ‘Sexy, Free & Single‘ approaching, Super Junior has dropped some new details on their upcoming album!
The album, scheduled for an online release of July 1st, is reported to contain 10 total tracks of a variety of genres including R&B, dance, and ballad, allowing us to get a taste of the variety of talents the group has to offer.
The title track “Sexy, Free & Single” is said to be a song that incorporates R&B along with soulful House music that is easy and addicting to listen to. The fun lyrics tell the success stories of sexy and free single men.
As revealed previously, the group has also included a special track entitled, ‘From U‘, dedicated to their fan club ELF, which they’ll be performing on stage in addition to the title song.
‘Gulliver‘, a song composed by Eunhyuk, is another track off the album and is said to contain the raps of Leeteuk, Shindong, Eunhyuk, and Donghae, and the charismatic vocals of Ryeowook. The song wittily compares the countless charms of the Super Junior members to that of ‘Gulliver’s Travels‘.
Another track fans can look forward to is “Someday“, which is a remake of Lee Sang Eun‘s original, showcasing the vocal abilities of the group.
The group will also welcome in the summer with “Now“, which incorporates its refreshing sound and melody with the lyrics that talk about leaving on a summer trip to the beach, while “Rockstar“, an electronic, hip hop club track will show off the group’s lively image and rocker charisma.
Other songs that made it onto the album include “Sweet & Sour“, which will touch the listeners with the emotional vocals of Yesung, Sungmin, Ryeowook, and Kyuhyun with its sad lyrics; “Papillon“, an electronic dance track that cheers on those who have become worn out by their lives; “Lingering“, a touching ballad; and “Breakup Day“.
Sources: allkpop and TVDaily via Nate

