Acting Idol awards for the first half of 2011

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Starring in variety shows, dramas, and other TV programs through the small screen are one of the best ways for idol stars to connect with their fans. For this reason, it has become a big phenomenon to be a guest on the popular variety shows. This is also the reason for the increase in idol singers gaining popularity through starring in various TV shows. There are also many idols starring in dramas while maintaining their base profession as a singer.

Sports Seoul recently surveyed 100 idol group members, to see who the best ‘idol actor/actress’ and ‘variety idol’ was for the first half of 2011. Through this survey, the public was able to see the idol’s talent and skills shown in other areas rather than just performances on stage.

 

Best of variety, MC… Best ‘variety idol’?

The top variety show program of 2011, chosen by idol singers, was MBC’s ‘We Got Married‘. Male and female celebrities are chosen and paired to play a part in a virtual marriage which is more than enough to stimulate interest from the idol stars. Curiosity also plays a big part in the attention since fellow idol stars such as, T-ara’s Eun Jung, 2PM’s Nichkhun, f(x)’s Victoria and other idols are currently starring in the show. Idol stars who picked ‘We Got Married’ as their number 1, showed their desires to also appear on the show stating, “It would be fun to film and date at the same time“, and “I want to experience the sweet virtual marriage life.”
 
KBS 2TV’s ‘Happy Sunday- 1 night 2 days‘ was also chosen as one of most popular variety shows along with “We Got Married“. Recently, ‘1 night 2 days’ aired some specials (inviting special guest stars), such as ‘Female Celebrities Special‘ and ‘Luxurious Supporting Actors Special‘. Idol stars stated, “‘1 night 2days’ is the end of all real variety shows“, “I want to make memories while traveling“, and “I want to travel all around Korea while having the cast’s support,” showing their affection towards the show.
Now, the ultimate question was, who is the best MC chosen by idol stars? To no one’s surprise, the best MC was voted as none other than Yoo Jae Suk (39), who is currently actively hosting across 3 different networks. Idols have rated Yoo Jae Suk, who is hosting in promising shows such as KBS 2TV’s ‘Happy Together‘, MBC’s ‘Infinite Challenge‘, and SBS’s ‘Running Man‘, to have “hosting skills that keeps the flow moving” and having “sub-par excellence in the wittiest jokes“. One particular idol praised Yoo Jae Suk of being “the generous MC who also takes care of all the new stars.”

ZE:A’s Kwanghee was, chosen as the best idol to show excellence and talent in variety shows. He gave off an extraordinary vibe in different shows such as, MBC’s ‘Three Wheels‘, and SBS’s ‘Strong Heart‘. Even fellow idol stars admitted that he was gifted with the ability to succeed in variety shows. Idols stated, “He has earned the image of the ‘Blue Chip of Plastic Surgery’ on variety shows after fearlessly revealing his true self,” “He has mind blowing reactions,“ and “His blunt truthfulness is very attractive.”
 

The Best drama, and the best ‘idol actor’?

The top 3 dramas that stole many idol’s hearts were SBS’s ‘Secret Garden‘, MBC’s ‘Greatest Love‘, and KBS 2TV’s ‘Dream High‘. All three dramas had a common factor of making celebrities as central figures.
‘Secret Garden’s’ Hallyu star, Oscar (Yoon Sang Hyun), and ‘Greatest Love’s’ top star Dok Go Jin (Cha Seung Won) stirred the hearts of the audience, especially those of the idols. Idols were also attracted  and interested in appearing in these dramas because they were able to connect with the characters who were in similar situations. Idols who had voted for ‘Greatest Love’ said, “The story line was original and the protagonist was cool.” Those who had voted for ‘Secret Garden’ said, “The plot wasn’t boring,” and “In addition to both male and female protagonist’s charm, I fell in love with the OST, ‘That Man’“. Singers who rated ‘Dream High’ as their favorite said, “It was easy to connect with those with the same dream,” and “It was a drama that filled my eyes and ears with joy.”
Starring in the most talked about MBC drama, ‘Miss Ripley‘, JYJ’s Park Yoo Chun(25) was rated as the ‘best idol actor’ amongst idol stars. Last year in KBS’s 2TV’s drama, ‘Sunkyungwan Scandal‘, Yoo Chun officially took the challenge of acting and started getting critiqued as an actor. He attracted the audience’s attention with his handsome looks and impressive crying scene that was hard to find in rookie actors. Fellow idol stars said that through ‘Miss Ripley’, Yoo Chun had shown a great improvement in his acting skills. He was critiqued as “Working as a part of the cast in both dramas, he has assured his place as an actor,” and “He is composed and shows confidence in his acting,” and “He plays his part very well.”
Rankings in sectors

Best Drama:
1. Secret Garden, Greatest Love: 67.2%
3. Dream High: 34.5%
4. City Hunter: 18%

Best ‘Idol actors’:
1. Park Yoo Chun (JYJ): 36.3%
2. Choi Shi Won (Super Junior): 34.5%
3. Ham Eun Jung (T-ara):  27.2%

The top shows/ variety shows idols want to star in:
1. We Got Married, 1 night 2 days: 32.7%
3. Infinite Challenge: 27.2%

Idols who show excellence in variety shows:
1. Kwanghee (ZE:A): 29%
2. Jo Kwon (2AM): 18.1%
3. Seungri (Big Bang): 7.2%

Best MC host:
1. Yoo Jae Suk: 41.8%
2. Kang Ho Dong: 255
3. Park Myung Soo: 10.9%

 
 
*Sports Seoul thanked Girl’s Day, Nine Muses, Dal Shabet, Rania, Rainbow, miss A, Sunny Hill, CN Blue, f(x), INFINITE, ZE:A, Jewlery, G.NA, 2PM, T-ara, 4minute for participating in the survey.
Source & Photo: Nate via AKP

Comments

[captainmarvel.livejournal.com]

YOOCHUN!!!!! ♥

[bolingi-aii.livejournal.com]

As expected, you are here♥
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[ryukokoro-oppa.livejournal.com]

[sparklop.livejournal.com]

yeah chunface ~

and lol forever at who voted

[my-faux-pas.livejournal.com]

ICU YongHwa, voting for WGM. LOL.

and Yoochun, you are a good job.

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[chunsakuma.livejournal.com]

lol Victoria, Nichkhun, and Eunjung clearly did the exact same thing. Love it~

[anthonymarie.livejournal.com]

kwanghee has come such a long way <3

[uglypricetag.livejournal.com]

glad to see the poor boy has fans up in here

[http://users.livejournal.com/psychedelico_/]

and having “sub-par excellence in the wittiest jokes“

IDGI. Is this a compliment or what? But YESSS YJS love!

[yolleh.livejournal.com]

Lol it seems to be a backhanded one

[vvvanilla.livejournal.com]

Hurray for Secret Garden and Greatest Love ♥ ♥ ♥
I see no idol watched 49 Days because it should be on that list!

I kinda find Kwanghee annoying on variety shows. I don't find him funny at all. Sorry

[vvvanilla.livejournal.com]

And of course, a lot of them want to be on We Got Married. More idols on that show please

[kanbinayume.livejournal.com]

Yoo Jae Suk in the #1 spot like the boss he is

[bolingi-aii.livejournal.com]

Congrats Yoochun oppa!!
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I love his character in Miss Ripley, I wish the writers gave him more to work with but he's really fine tuning Yukata's character on his own and trying to make the best of whats given to him. His expressions and mannerisms are so funny they really bring live to Yukata's boring ass persona :3

[lavenderme.livejournal.com]

I just want to pinch his cheeks!! <3

[suzieeq-luv.livejournal.com]

I was wondering why no one posted this yet

Nd no T.O.P. oppa?!
I want a recount!!

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LMAO. I really just wanted to use thissorry

[dbsked.livejournal.com]

was he active as actor in 2011 though?

[tingleinmytoews.livejournal.com]

Yoochun deserves it tbh he's a great actor ^^ /biased

I'm happy Eunjung was there too she's really good!

[captainmarvel.livejournal.com]

[x-mystiquee.livejournal.com]

YES JAESUK<3
and i cant believe Kwanghee won Kwon /butthurt/

[shineexo.livejournal.com]

i basically agree with everything in this comment!
and fantastic icon :D

[baboboy.livejournal.com]

I bet 4minute voted for yoochun

[bolingi-aii.livejournal.com]

They better had.
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YOOCHUN #1 !!

[baboboy.livejournal.com]

Re: YOOCHUN #1 !!

[bolingi-aii.livejournal.com]

I like your style kid.
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YOOCHUN SAYS....

[ialways-am.livejournal.com]

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i'm here! 8D

Re: YOOCHUN SAYS....

[bolingi-aii.livejournal.com]

sup.
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[2ne3rd.livejournal.com]

Good thing TOP won all those prestigious awards or else this lack of mention would hurt real bad.

[stormsandsins.livejournal.com]

He's definitely a top contender (oh I did NOT just do it *smacks self*) but he wasn't active as an actor in 2011 so... can't be counted in.

But he would have been right up there with Yoochun :)

[jelly16.livejournal.com]

Well I wouldn't have been able to choose an award for best drama.
Yes, Yoochun bb you deserve that an more.
We got married its one of the best shows ever.

And I really like Kang Ho Dong as MC but Yoo Jae Suk its awesome as well.

[aleexnews.livejournal.com]

Dream High is definitely not better than City Hunter and City Hunter hasn't even finished yet but it's a million times better in all aspects. Writing, acting, music, scenery, etc.

other than that congrats to Secret Garden! Definitely the best of the year! & The Greatest Love was pretty good too, though I'd say it's still not as good as City Hunter imo.

[inurbed.livejournal.com]

IA

yesh! Chunface!!

[dbsked.livejournal.com]

Re: yesh! Chunface!!

[hellafun.livejournal.com]

omg sexehhh~

[ms-rancha.livejournal.com]

dream high higher than city garden???

[ms-rancha.livejournal.com]

i mean CITY HUNTER.. it's actually also better than Best Love.. maybe they're just bias cause their fellow idols star in those shows..

[mimoiikit143.livejournal.com]

SHISUS :D <3
and that Kwanghee guy is everywhere these days O_______O

[uglypricetag.livejournal.com]

FUCK YEAH HAPPY TOGETHER. jaesuk, myungsoo, miseon and bongseon have amazing chemistry.

i'm surprised Running Man is missing, although it's not as funny as it used to be.

[sundrunk.livejournal.com]

omg happy together doesnt get enough love

[jeit91.livejournal.com]

Hello kwanghee

[hellafun.livejournal.com]

here for yoochun and eunjung! KLHDJSHD i love them both so muchh

[bababerry.livejournal.com]

i just dont get the hype of secret garden
it was funny at first but second half of it was very poorly written

[aleexnews.livejournal.com]

I loved it. sure it started dragging a bit towards the end and there were some plot holes and unneeded parts but I think it was mainly the acting and the chemistry that people loved the most. even those who started disliking it towards the end kept on watching just for the acting of the leads which I thought was amazing and I loved their chemistry but then again I'm biased so.. I loved it with its flaws and all.