Super Junior, SNSD, and 2NE1 win the best awards at 2011 MAMA: “Super Junior gets a triple crown!” 0

Super Junior, SNSD, and 2NE1 won the Best Awards in 2011 MAMA.
On November 29, the 2011 M.net Asian Music Awards (MAMA) was held at an indoor stadium in Singapore from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. KST(Korea Standard Time). Super Junior won the Album Of The Year Award which is one of the best three awards. The group released fifth album in August and its song “Mr. Simple” was loved by many fans.
Super Junior was also awarded the Best Male Group Award and the Singapore Choice Award, getting a triple crown.
On the other hand, SNSD won the Singer (Group) Of The Year Award, which is another one of the best three awards, for its great performance throughout the year. SNSD released third album in October and its song “The Boys” created a sensation in the world of singers. The Best Female Group Award, the award that drew the most attention, went to SNSD.
2NE1 was awarded the Song Of The Year Award, which is the last one of the best three awards, for its hit song “I Am The Best.” This year, the group has swept no. 1 in various music charts with hit songs of “I Am The Best,” “Lonely,” and “Ugly.” The group was also awarded the Best Vocal Performance Group.
Heo Gak and a.pink each won the Rookie Award. Their awarding was attracting attention because they belong to the same agency, A Cube Entertainment.
Kim Hyun Joong and Baek Ji Young each received the Best Singer Awards among male and female singers. Baek won another award, the Best OST Award.
In addition, B2ST and Miss A each won the Best Dance Performance Award among male and female groups.
Besides awarding, 2011 MAMA was full of magnificent performances.
The ceremony began with the joint performance of the rock band YB, hip hop duo Dynamic Duo, and the winner for Korea Got Talent Joo Min Jung.
Then top actor Lee Byung Hun appeared announcing the opening of 2011 MAMA in fluent English.
4Minute’s Hyun Ah and B2ST’s Jang Hyun Seung gave a surprising kissing performance at the ceremony. They drew attention by kissing during a special performance.
Song Seung Hun introduced Japan’s top singer Koda Kumi to the stage and she appeared in a sexy costume.
High-profile hip hop group Black Eyed Pea’s Will.i.am, and apl.de.ap gave a joint performance with 2NE1’s CL.
Also, the legend of hip-hop, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog gave a special performance. It was first time for the two figureheads of hip-hop gather together in one stage in Asia. The performance was meaningful in the aspect of having famous hip-hop musicians in one place.
The winner of Super Star K 3, the Ulala Session, also gave a powerful, touching performance.
Other participants of Super Star K 3, Christina and Two Months’ Son Yerim sang T-ara’s “Roly Poly.”
Popular girl groups SNSD and 2NE1 made the atmosphere more lively by giving powerful, special performances. SNSD performed “The Boys” while 2NE1 performed “Lonely” and “I Am The Best.”
Here is the list of awarding at 2011 MAMA:
▶The Singer(group) Of The Year=SNSD ▶The Song Of The Year=2NE1’s “I Am The Best” ▶The Album Of The Year=Super Junior ▶The Best Male Group=Super Junior ▶The Best Female Group=SNSD ▶The Best Male Singer=Kim Hyun Joong ▶The Best Female Singer=Baek Ji Young ▶The Rookie Award (male)=Heo Gak ▶The Rookie Award (female)=a.pink ▶The Best Dance Performance (male group)=B2ST ▶The Best Dance Performance(female group)=Miss A ▶The Best Dance Performance (soloist)=Hyun Ah ▶The Best Vocal Performance (group)=2NE1 ▶The Best Vocal Performance (soloist)=IU ▶The Best Band Performance=CN Blue ▶The Best Rap Performance=Leessang ▶The Best Music Video=BigBang’s “Love Song” ▶The Best Asian Artist=Koda Kumi (Japan) ▶The Singapore’s Choice Award=Super Junior ▶The Best Asian New Artist (soloist)=Wei Chen (China) ▶The Best Asian New Artist (group)=Aziatix ▶The Best OST Award=Baek Ji Young’s “That Man” ▶The Styling Music Award=Seo In Young ▶Special Award by the producer of M.net =YB

Source: Starnews
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SNSD Tiffany sits for an interview with 'The Musical' 0

Korean media, 'The Musical' recently went out to interview one of the stars of the upcoming musical 'FAME' and that was SNSD's Tiffany who will be playing the role of Carmen Diaz.

Have a good read on their interview below~

A boy and a girl dreamt a dream, and ran towards it, and at this moment, they are putting on a dream-like stage admist the attention and cheering from all over the world. Girls' Generation's Tiffany and Super Junior's Eunhyuk, who have matured through endless passion and attempts, will try to stand alone through the musical “FAME”.

Tiffany will be taking the stage as Carmen Diaz, who chases her dreams in “Fame”. This musical about performing arts school students dreaming of becoming famous is familiar to them, as they became stars after spending years in a practice room. However, we are curious as to whether they can overcome the pressure of having to sing and act as someone else for their first musical stage. To be completely honest, we also wanted to see how much effort they are putting into the musical, with their already busy schedule as Girls' Generation [and Super Junior], the leaders of K-POP, hallyu fever.  That was the reason why we visited their practice room.

When we arrived at the Namsan Arts Center…"pink princess" Tiffany was wearing pink practice clothes, practicing the choreography by following along with Shin Euijung, who was double cast for the role of Carmen. This was because the choreography was changed when she missed practice due to a cold. Rather than just watching, Tiffany followed along with each move, learning the order. Soon after, the actual dance practice began. All the students of “P.A.” High School of Performing Arts, who look forward to becoming the best and the day their names become known, all take part in “Hard Work”…Tiffany started memorizing Carmen's choreography gestures outside the stage.

“There are so many things I want to do”, Tiffany.

It seems you do the video recording yourself? Doesn't your manager go around with you?
Tiffany: Yes. The choreography's changed a little, so I'm going to practice with watching it. My manager, because practice starts at 10 am, I just take the taxi. I even went to the hair salon by myself before practice. I have to practice a lot before I get busier.

Starting next week, promotions for your third album starts, right? I've been hearing that it's going to be released in the US at the same time. How did you come to star in a musical with such a busy schedule?
Tiffany: Our official third album released on [October] 19th. To be honest, after seeing my other members starring in musicals, I thought a lot about wanting to take an attempt in a new field. I practiced singing and acting in my spare time, and I just happened to get this chance. I've wanted to play the role of Carmen in “Fame” as well.

Now that you mention it, Taeyeon and Jessica, who you're known to be close with, have both starred in musicals. I think Jessica mentioned you in an interview before. I think she said you were really jealous of her being in “Legally Blonde”?
Tiffany: I was jealous. For like, 5 seconds? I was actually really happy and congratulated her a lot. I learned a lot from watching their performances as well.

Now that you've actually taken part in a musical practice, how is it? Is it fun?
Tiffany: It's really enjoyable. Carmen reminds me of the passion I had as a trainee, so I feel a little more attached. I think I will be able to express the feelings of wanting to become a star naturally. Although the passion and efforts put into fulfilling my dream is similar to that of Carmen, I'm worried because the more I practice, the more different her character seems.

I heard the practice runs from 10 am to 10 pm. Aren't you tired? I heard you practiced until 12 last night?
Tiffany: Haha. I think I work harder from wanting to do well. It's hard because it's my first time acting, but I think I'm lacking physically right now due to our third album preparations. I also have to worry about taking care of my throat. I do get stressed over things from here and there, but I try to do my best with an optimistic heart.
What's the first thing you do when you come to practice?
Tiffany: Greet everyone. Then, stretch?

It was nice seeing you be the first one to move the stage set, chairs, and music stand while practicing. I feel like you'd be enthusiastic during your everyday life, are you? Do you get along with others easily?
Tiffany: I think it's because I'm used to living with a group, but I'm usually pretty enthusiastic. Even more if it's for my own team. I used to like hanging out with a lot of people, but as time went by after debuting, I think I've become more reserved. Fortunately, now that I've become a team with the actors of “Fame”, I'm able to approach them sincerely.

I heard you already had the musical numbers memorized for “Fame” before practice?
Tiffany: I think I felt more attached to it since it's my first musical. I'm also curious as to how I'll look on stage as well. I'll have to act naturally so the audience members can sympathize with me, so I'm worried.

Because “There She Goes!/Fame” and “In L.A.” are such well-known songs, I can imagine the pressure. What are you worried about, in terms of showing your own charm?
Tiffany: I'm trying to sing it as naturally as I can. Fortunately, the song is originally in English, so I'm able to understand the lyrics a lot better.

Is there a song that you want to sing, other than Carmen's?
Tiffany: I really think Nick and Serena's duet song “Let's Play a Love Scene” is nice. “Mabel's Prayer” is great, too.

How is your throat's condition right now? I'm sure you were distressed when you had vocal nodules, how did you overcome it?
Tiffany: Ah, it really felt like I was in prison then. I was fortunate enough to get treated and start singing again. I'm glad because I feel like I've been able to find a new vocal tone.

Unlike music programs, you have to concentrate and put all your energy into 2 hours on stage for musicals. Do you think you can handle it?
Tiffany: Of course! Girls' Generation's concerts run for an average of 3 hours. I'm confident physically and mentally.

What's something you're looking forward to the most? And what are you most worried about?
Tiffany: I'm looking forward to me acting, and I'm worried about my acting seeming awkward.

You're living life as a singer, which you've dreamed about for a long time, and you're receiving lots of love overseas. With a big dream being fulfilled now, what do you dream of for tomorrow?
Tiffany: There are still so many things I want to do. I want to let people know about “Tiffany” through my singing, acting, musicals, and other different things. I want to sing and act in the US, too.

Tiffany took part in the choreography practice for “Fame” after “Hard Work”. While you could see that she is just a kind girl, trying to act like a passionate and, at times, short-tempered Carmen, you could see the same desire of wanting to become famous through her expressions.

The actors took a short break after practicing. They shared the 40 servings of coffee that Eunhyuk prepared, and got ready for chorus practice. While watching Eunhyuk, Tiffany mentioned, “He's laughing, but his back probably isn't feeling well. Yesterday's practice was really tiring.”…Eunhyuk and Tiffany's eyes sparkled again when they sang “Bring On Tomorrow” with the others, like the students of “Fame” who are looking toward their shining tomorrow.

The musical, 'FAME' will run from November 25 until January 29 of 2012.

Credits:
The Musical
Translated/Edited by: ch0sshi & MoonSoshi9@soshified

source : http://www.wonderfulgeneration.net

Super Junior’s Donghae looks handsome with goatee 0

Super Junior’s Donghae recently took a self portrait.
On November 21, Donghae tweeted a picture with the comment, “Make-up for the ‘Super Show.’ I was so happy yesterday and today. I love you ELF (Super Junior’s fan club). Wait for us, we will go on a world tour.”

In the picture, Donghae is staring at the camera while wearing a goatee. He is wearing a deep V neck costume and his clavicles are exposed.

People responded: “You look handsome with any kind of make-up.” “You did a good job. You look good with the make-up.” “Great. Thanks to you, I was happy.”

Super Junior held the ‘Super Junior World Tour Super Show 4′ on November 19 and 20 at Olympic Park in Seoul. They will go on a tour of Asia, Europe, and the Americas, including, Osaka, Taipei, Bangkok, Singapore, Beijing and more.

Source: Starnews
Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s Yesung transforms into a scary blood-covered Chucky 0

On Nov. 21, Super Junior’s Donghae posted photos on his Twitter page with the comment: “We completed Super Show 4 with great success. You should know it is just the beginning. Are all E.L.F. members across the world listening to me? Never let your hair down! Goodnight. Sweet dreams. Chucky Yesung will appear in your dreams.”

In the photos, Yesung is glowering at the camera, dressed in an orange-color wig and a Chucky-like costume with blade scars all over on his face.

Fans who saw the photos left various comments: “It was the most amazing show I’ve ever seen!” “You look cool, but I feel scary that the Chucky will appear in my dream.” “You did a great job. I hope Super Show spreads throughout the world.”

Super Junior held Super Junior World Tour Super Show 4 held at the Olympic Hall in the Olympic Park for two days from Nov. 19 and 20.

Super Show 4 will continue at the Kyocera Dome Osaka for two days on Dec. 10 and 11.

Source: Starnews
Via : korea.com

Super Junior sets off for Super Show 4 on Nov. 19 0

According to Super Junior’s agency, Super Junior’s world concert tour entitled Super Junior World Tour Super Show 4 fires the first gun on November 19.

Starting from the first Seoul concert to hold on Nov. 19 and 20, Super Junior is planning to be on a worldwide tour largely covering Osaka (December) and major cities in the Americas and Europe. Explosive responses from fans across the world are highly expected.

Super Junior is busily preparing to show an abundant variety of colorful attractions particularly in Seoul, where they will sing a series of hit songs including the ones from their fifth album, display fantastic performances, and share witty remarks.

Last year Super Junior completed with great success the Super Show 3 that offered 20 concerts in 13 cities. The concert tickets were completely sold out. This year’s concert tour is expected to draw sensational attention from across the world considering the huge success of the SM Town Live World Tour.

After completing the first Seoul concert, the ten-boy group will move on to Japan to hold concerts at Osaka Kyocera Dome on Dec. 10 and 11.

Source: Starnews
Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s Yesung is sincerely devoted to his parents 0

 

At 11:30 p.m. on Nov. 14, Kim Jang Hun, a popular Korean singer known for his enthusiastic charitable activities, delivered an anecdote on his Me2day page that reflects Yesung’s sincere devotion to his parents with the title that said: “The second episode of my beautiful report series.”

Earlier, Kim presented members of Super Junior with clothes as a thank-offering for their help in creating a song called “Breakups Are So Like Me.” Later he heard that Yesung exchanged his clothes for his parents.
Fans who heard the news left responses: “I already knew you are a filial son, but the story once again deeply touched my heart.”; “The anecdote shamed me into reflecting on myself.”; “Your parents must be happy to have you as a son. I’ll try to become a better son for my parents.”

Since Kim Jang Hun released “Breakups Are So Like Me” by the aid of Supr Junior’s members including Shindong, Eunhyuk and Yesung in September, they had conducted activities with the song for almost two months, displaying cheerful joint performances.
 
Source: Starnews
Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s Kyuhyun appreciates his fans’ donation 0

 

Super Junior’s Kyuhyun appreciated his fans’ donation.

The episode of Current Events Magazine 2580 that aired on the 13th reported about sasaeng fans who dangerously chase the celebrities they like and middle-aged female fans who are devoted to the celebrities they like.

As supporting celebrities by giving gifts has become a trend among fans, some fans try to promote their celebrities in various ways. One of them is donation. Kyuhyun, who is currently appearing in the musical The Three Musketeers, said, “Things get together little by little and become a big one, so I feel glad that I am able to help more and more people with my fans.”

Source: TV Report
Via : korea.com

Leeteuk changed into a beard idol and said, “I let my beard grow.” 0

SUPER JUNIOR’s Leeteuk changed into a beard idol.
Leeteuk posted pictures on his Twitter on the 13th and said, “My beard grew.”
Leeteuk made up a beard along his chin in the pictures. His strong features and sharp chin evoked charisma.
Netizens said, “It looks unfamiliar.” “He looks OK.”
Leeteuk and Kang So Ra appear on WE GOT MARRIED as an imaginary couple.

Source: TV Report

Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s Leeteuk admits that he had a crush on labelmate Dana 0

Super Junior‘s Leeteuk revealed on the November 1st episode of Strong Heart that he once had a crush on label-mate Dana.

He shared, “She was so thoughtful and considerate. I honestly, really liked her. She was the first person I liked after joining SM Entertainment.”

He further explained, “So, being a man, I told her exactly how I felt and told her that I wanted to date her. I thought because I had confessed my feelings for her, we were now an official couple. At least, thats what I thought… The next day I get to the office and people kept telling me that Dana had a boyfriend. I remember thinking to myself, ‘but I’m her boyfriend’… The management staff heard about what had happened, and they told me not to come to the office anymore. I had just started, and Dana was already preparing for her debut. I had to write five pages explaining my actions to the agency, promising to channel that drive and passion towards practicing to become the best.”

After he was done sharing his story, Dana surprised by his remarks, commented, “I didn’t know they told him to leave or that he had to write a five page letter of apology.”

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate, ETO
Via : alkpop

SJ’s Leeteuk comparing fellow member Siwon to Horse. 0

Recently, Super Junior leader Leeteuk joyously tweeted a picture of him riding a dummy horse and wrote, “Riding Siwon….. go to New York…I am going to New York by riding this Siwon Horse!!”
Leeteuk often comically call Siwon a horse because of his tall and muscular personality. Moreover, he looks excited for NY concert.

Fans comically repied to his tweet, “will ‘this Siwon’ would take you to NY”,”wonder what would Siwon say after seeing this tweet!! hahaha”

Source: Leeteuk’s twitter
Via: korea,com

Super Junior Ryeowook’s version of ‘Orange Caramel’ 0

First, Super Junior member Heechul, and now, another member Ryeowook is cheering for ‘Orange Caramel’.
Super Junior Heechul wrote the lyrics for ‘Shanghai Romance’, the title song for the girl group ‘Orange Caramel’. Since its release, SJ members have been cheering for the album.
Previously, Heechul tweeted a picture of ‘Orange Caramel‘ cover photo with his face transposed over the original faces. Now, Ryeowook has tweeted his version. He tweeted, “Orange Caramel.. The title song is written by Heechul hyung! Shang hai zhi lian.. ‘Shanghai Romance’… lol”
His fans responded, “hahaha you look so cute as girl”,”you look better than Heechul”

Source: Ryeowook’s twitter.

Super Junior Yesung showed concern for Kim Jang Hoon 0

SJ’s Yesung worried for Kim Jang Hoon, who has been hospitalized due to his panic attack disorder.
Super Junior member Yesung, who have recently work with Kim Jang Hoon and has become a very close friend, showed his worry in his recent tweet.  He wrote, “I saw the news about Kim jang hoon hyung. I am very upset, hyung has never showed what difficulties he is having…Everyone plz give lots of support to Jang hoon hyung and give him strength. He will face it with your support!!”
Many fans replied to his tweet, “May he recover soon”, “don’t worry oppa he will get well soon”,”ELFs are with him and support him like SJ”

Source: Yesung’s twitter.

Super Junior’s SS4 ticket sales set records in South Korea. 0

Ever since Super Junior announced their SS4, fans from all over the world are anticipating it and want to reserve the nearest seat at the concerts.
Recently, the ticket sale for the first concert in Seoul started at October 13th through an online website and, according to website, tickets sold out in just 8 minutes. Some vendors report that it only took 180 seconds.
UK’s ‘One Direction’ has the record of selling out concert tickets in just 10 seconds. Although Super Junior didn’t broke their record, as a South Korean band, it is a big achievement. Super Junior can be called the second band for highest ticket sale.
Moreover, Super Junior’s SS4 ‘World Tour’ will start from November 19th with concerts in Seoul.

Source: 100gf
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Super Junior’s Kyuhyun really looks like Changmin and Lee Jong Hyun? 0

At 9:06 p.m. on October 11, Kyuhyun, one of the members of Super Junior, tweeted photos with the comment: “One day I was startled to see the photo TVXQ’s Changmin sent to me. In about five minutes, I got a similar one from CN Blue’s Lee Jong Hyun. Once again I was all choked.”
The photos turned out to be the results from MyHeritage.com, a popular entertainment computer program of hunting for a similar celebrity as each user. When TVXQ’s Changmin and CN Blue’s Jong Hyun put their photos into the program, the result turned out Kyuhyun. More surprisingly, the match rates for both of them were 100 percent.
People who saw the photos left responses: “There’s nothing new that you handsome guys have something in common.” “How about putting your photo into the program? The result might be one of the two. Which do you like better, Changmin or Jong Hyun?”
Meanwhile, Kyuhyun rolled up his sleeves up to support Siwon, who currently plays in Poseidon, by singing one of the theme songs for the drama series.


Source: Starnews (Original article in Korean)
Photo from Starnews
Translated by Geum Jae / Korea.com

Poseidon’s Choi Siwon arrested the kidnapper of You-know Yunho with a bugging device 0

In the episode of KBS 2’s drama series Poseidon which aired on the 10th, the identities of Hae Kyung Spy who kidnapped Eun Chul (played by You-know Yunho) and Hee Gon who was at his back were revealed. He turned out to be the spy within the police who consistently disturbed the investigation of Dong Chul (played by Jang Won Young).

Duk Soo (played by Kim Joon Bae), who had been caught after a dangerous gunfight with Joo Min (played by Jang Dong Jik), another spy within the police, requested a talk with Joo Min, the head of the special forces.

When they met each other Joo Min revealed, “Did you think you were the only spy? Let the boss know how deep-rooted my loyalty is.”

Sun Woo (played by Choi Siwon), who had installed hidden listening devices, obtained evidence and successfully arrested the spies. The general of the Special Forces being the spy shocked everyone.

Even though they were arrested, the spies did not testify and foretold the struggle that lies ahead.

Source: TV Report

Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s manager Kim Jung Hoon titled as ‘Prince Manager’ by Netizens 0

Super Junior are the Korean heart throbs, said to be the leading group of Hallyu Wave. They are always on the news whether its new look or new release. In addition they also have great and loyal fan following, but recently ELF has got a new interest, SJ manager Kim Jung Hoon.
Recently some online SJ fan club wrote about SJ manager Kim Jung Hoon where they seeing to be praising him for his charming and charismatic personality. ELF gave him the title of “Prince Manager” due to princely looks. Even there are some pictures of Suju captured with Kim Jung Hoon and netizens are admiring him completely ignoring SJ member in the picture.
Moreover, there are many facebook pages with the title ‘Prince Manager’. No doubt, Jung Hoon has quite the fan following.
There are interesting comments seen on Jung Hoon’s picture, “He is so handsome he should be part of SJ”,”he should start singing or acting, he is so gorgeous”,”when I first saw these pictures I thought he is some singer with SJ”,”Handsome boys with handsome manager”

Source: sup3rjunior.wordpress.com
Pictures source: as tagged.
Via : korea.com

Super Junior’s Yesung working hard at his Parent’s Cafe 0

On October 11th, Super Junior‘s Yesung tweeted, “Since today’s schedule ended early ~ It’s been a long time since I went to Handel and Gretel, so here I am working hehe. Behind me is my mom, she’s playing around^^.

On October 11th, Super Junior‘s Yesung tweeted, “Since today’s schedule ended early ~ It’s been a long time since I went to Handel and Gretel, so here I am working hehe. Behind me is my mom, she’s playing around^^.

Back in July, Yesung helped his parents open a cafe in Apgujeong, Seoul called “Handel and Gretel“, which serves delicious drinks and sandwiches.

Netizens commented, “Hope I can be served by u when I go to Korea… Handel & Gretel fighting, I’m coming soon^-^ Wait for me ok,” “I have always loved your mother she is just sooooo sweeeeeet and caring <3 <3 <3  <3 too bad i am not in korea!!”, and “Oppa, you looked so cute today with your pink apron >_<!”.

Check out additional pictures of the cafe and it’s food below.

 

Source + Image: Twitter and Naver Blog

Via : allkpop

Super Junior Donghae says, “I’m honored to sing the theme song for Asia Song Festival” 0

Super Junior will sing the theme song for ’2011 Asia Song Festival’.
On the 11th, Donghae attended a ceremony of appointment for the festival.
Donghae said, “I’m honored to sing the theme song, which gives hope to people from all over the world.”
He added, “Tens of thousands of children are dying in all over the world. I will do my best and I will learn many things from UNICEF.”
Donghae and SNSD’s Seohyun will sing the theme song “Dreams Come True” at the festival, which will be held at Daegu Stadium, on the 15th.
Cho Young Soo, who wrote many hit songs, composed “Dreams Come True”. The song includes bright and cheerful melodies that many foreign fans can sing along together. Seohyun’s clean tone and Donghae’s emotional voice complement the song.
The festival is an international charity concert. Proceeds from the theme song will be donated to UNICEF (the United Nations Children’s Fund) to help children in Africa.
The song will be released as a digital single on the 11th.

Source: Starnews

via : korea.com