Thursday, January 31, 2013
130201 Actress Yoon Eun-hye “I’m in “Running Man” everyday
Actress Yoon Eun-hye claims she is mentioned in the SBS TV program “Running Man” everyday and didn’t seem to mind it at all.
She told OSEN, “I want to be in “Running Man” when she was asked how she felt about it.
Yoon was in “X-man” with Yoo Jae-seok and Kim Jong-guk. She was made a set with Kim as the ‘Sure thing couple’ during that time and formed a romantic atmosphere. “Running Man” has been mentioning her name ever since Kim Jong-guk joined the team and about the love-line they had in the past.
Yoon Eun-hye said, “I feel like I’m in “Running Man” every episode even though I don’t get paid. I am close with them so I think that’s why they say my name so much. But I don’t want to be caught up in the love-line with Kim Jong-guk so much though”.
She added, “If I was to be in that show, I think I will be talking about Kim Jong-guk for the next 10 years. It’s time it stopped” cutely.
130131 Song Hye Kyo and Jo In Sung attend a new TV series press conference
On January 31, actor Jo In Sung and actress Song Hye Kyo attended a press conference for SBS’s new Wednesday-Thursday series That Winter The Wind Blows and said a swimming pool scene is the most memorable scene.
Song said, “Even though we only shot few episodes, there were a lot of emotional scenes. Oh Soo and Oh Yong bump each other at a swimming pool and have explosive feelings to each other. I remember the scene because I was totally immersed in the performance.”
Jo also said, “Oh Soo approaches to Oh Young saying that he is her real brother. We had long lines and the scene was long too but I think it will come out as an impact scene.”
Jo plays the role of a professional poker gambler named Oh Soo and Song plays the role of a big company heiress named Oh Young, who suffers from a sudden visual impairment.
The series is a classic melodrama about a man and woman who don’t believe in love. The first episode will air on February 13.
Source: Starnews
130131 Ryu Seung Ryong Visits “My Flower Boy Neighbor” Filming Set to Feed Park Shin Hye
On January 31, Park Shin Hye posted on her twitter, “Ung ung, Angel Yong Gu daddy came with food for the crying Dok Mi! Thank you, Yong Gu daddy. The food was delicious! Have strength and lets advertise the movie! Lets also work hard at the filming set! Please give ‘December 23’ lots of love.”
She also added, “Our Shin Hye has to eat food, eat food. Have you seen this kind of father-daughter relationship? My Yong Gu daddy is the best. Aren’t you jealous, everyonnnee?” and included two pictures.
Inside the first picture, one can see a food truck with a big banner hanging in the back. The message reads, “Ryu Seung Ryong is buying his daughter food! Our Shin Hye has to eat food, eat food~ ‘December 23.’” The following picture has the two actors posing in front of the wonderful gift.

In the movie “Miracle in Cell No. 7,” Park Shin Hye and Ryu Seung Ryong play the roles of daughter and father, respectively.
Meanwhile, Park Shin Hye is currently being loved for her portrayal of character Go Dok Mi in “My Flower Boy Neighbor.”
130201 Actress Han Chae-young poses at a press event for her new TV drama series
Actress Han Chae-young poses at a press event for her new TV drama series “Ad Genius Lee Tae-baek” in Seoul on Wednesday.
130131 Yoo In Na Joins IU's Weekend Drama
“The Best Lee Soo Shin” works towards its March premiere with the addition of a new cast member. According to reports in local news agencies, Yoo In Na is set to co-star with the drama’s leads IU and Jo Jung Suk.
The confirmation was made through an announcement by Yoo In Na’s management agency, YG Entertainment. The actress will play the heroine Lee Soon Shin’s sister, who is a a freelance writer and public relations professional.
“I am glad to take on this drama, and to be working with IU, who I know personally. The drama will give us a chance to hang out more,” Yoo In Na is quoted as saying. “I liked IU when she appeared in the past SBS entertainment program ‘Heroes,’ and so her decision to play this heroine Lee Soon Shin became an attraction. When I was offered to review for the role, I was excited and I look forward to a good filming experience playing a different character this time.”
“The Best Lee Soo Shin” is slated to air on KBS.
130131 Actress Shin Min Ah endorses apparel brand ‘Joinus’

Actress Shin Min Ah has been chosen as the endorsement model for women’s apparel brand ‘Joinus‘!
Shin Min Ah was selected as the representative muse for ‘Joinus’ 30th anniversary and will begin various promotions with the brand.
To commemorate the occasion, the actress participated in a photoshoot, for which the full pictorial will be revealed later on. In the pre-released photos, the actress perfectly pulls off ‘The Art of Contrast’ concept with her contrasting black-and-white outfits as well as sporting pops of color fitting for the S/S season.
Check out some of the photos below!



Wednesday, January 30, 2013
130130 Kim Tae Hee Spotted at a Hanbok Shop and Declines to Comment About Rain
Kim Tae Hee has been recently spotted for the first time after she admitted that she was in a relationship with Rain.
On January 29, cable channel Y-Star‘s “Live Star News” aired a segment of Kim Tae Hee out and about after the news of her relationship with Rain became public.
It seems that Kim Tae Hee had dropped by a hanbok (Korean traditional dress) shop on January 22 in order to prepare for her upcoming sageuk (historical fiction) drama, “Jang Ok Jung, Live For Love,” which will air in March. Kim Tae Hee appeared in an all-black outfit, emitting her signature beauty and elegance.
Kim Tae Hee reportedly spent time for a hanbok-fitting session and to grasp the concept of the outfits for her character. Kim Tae Hee will be playing Jang Ok Bin, who is a talented fashion designer of the Joseon-era.
The hanbok shop sources commented, “Kim Tae Hee did try on many hanboks and spent time deciding what was best and prettiest,” and “She was indeed very pretty.”
Even with the sudden appearance of cameras and reporters, Kim Tae Hee did not lose her smile. However, when the reporters started asking questions about her boyfriend Rain, she seemed flustered and silently walked with the help of her managers.

This segment of the broadcast also showed an interview with a source from the advertisement that Rain and Kim Tae Hee shot together two years ago. The source commented, “There were a lot of scenes where the two stars had to work together. They had to do a couple of dance moves too. But they worked very hard and even gave some ad-lib lines during the shoot.”
Meanwhile, Kim Tae Hee and Rain’s relationship was confirmed and acknowledged on January 1. This raised a series of issues on Rain’s military service including a couple of violations.
130130 ‘Berlin File’ wows in advance release
“The Berlin File“, which opened nationwide yesterday, already clocked more than130,000 views in an advance release on Tuesday.
The movie was shown at 631 theaters for about seven hours in what was the most popular preview screening since “The Host” in 2006, according to the Korea Film Council.
The highly anticipated action-thriller was directed by Ryoo Seung-wan and features a stellar cast including Ryoo Seung-beom, Ha Jeong-woo and Jeon Ji-hyeon (pictured above). Production costed more than 10 billion won ($9.2 million).
The flick revolves around Pyo Jong-seong (Ha Jeong-woo), a secret agent and weapons trader.
When an arms deal with an Arab group goes bad, Pyo and his wife, Ryon Jung-hee (Jeon), become the targets of veteran Korean intelligence chief Jeong Jin-su (Han Seok-Kyu), who has tracked down bank records of the deal.
The film also drew attention due to the fact that it’s the fifth collaboration between the Ryoo brothers.
130131 Shin Min Ah shows off her nice figure in a pictorial
Actress Shin Min Ah recently showed off her nice figure in a pictorial for the women’s clothing brand Joinus.
On January 31, Joinus reported that Shin was recently chosen as a new advertising model of the brand.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of its foundation, Joinus is planning to satisfy customers with its trendy, stylish design. With Shin, it’s also planning to appeal to customers with a classy image through a variety of promotional events.

The photo shoot was conducted under the concept of The Art of Contrast with a structural, geometrical pattern in black and white in the background. The rhythmical pattern was combined with such spring and summer colors as orange, green, and hot pink.
In the pictorial, Shin shows off her beautiful face and nice figure.
A spokesperson for Joinus says, “We selected Shin Min Ah as our new advertising model because her stylish, classy image perfectly matches the image of Joinus. We believe that she will be able to vitalize our brand.”
130130 Lee Jun Ki Wants to Know Shin Min Ah’s Number
On January 28th, SBS’s variety program “Healing Camp” saw the appearance of Lee Jun Ki as a special guest. During the show, he confessed, “I don’t know Shin Min Ah’s phone number. She can misunderstand and become burdened.”
The two actors were co-stars in MBC’s drama “Arang and the Magistrate” this past October and have spent above 5 months working together. He revealed that he and the actress got along pretty well on set, and he would dance in front of her for fun.
MC Han Hye Jin then gave him a question, “You spent 5 months with her and you don’t have her number?” to which Lee Jun Ki answered, “We’ve pretty much went through a lot together [during the filming]. I also want to know Shin Min Ah’s Number, but I’ve never talked to her.”
MC Kim Jae Dong then laughed and said, “So, you just danced in front of her.”

Tuesday, January 29, 2013
130129 Yoo In Na Looks Hot in Wonder Woman Inspired Look
Actress Yoo In Na transformed into a sexy new image that might even shock Ji Hyun Woo. The actress modeled for designer Jo Sung Kyung in a special art exhibit to celebrate the designer’s twenty years in the fashion industry.
The art, culture, and lifestyle exhibition also featured fashion photographer Mok Na Jung, DJ Gyum, Producer Baek Seung, Installation artists Kim Soo, and the L153 Art Company. Other celebrities have modeled for Jo Sung Kyung’s exhibit, including actor Yoo Seung Ho.
Yoo In Na’s photo concept was “Retro Red.” The actress looks amazing in her blown back hair and red lipstick. The strapless polka dotted top, short red shorts, and the cardigan over her shoulders makes her look like Wonder Woman.

130130 Actress Han Chae Young Joins Cast as the Attractive Go Ari @ New Drama ‘Ad Genius Lee Tae Baek’
Actress Han Chae Young will be joining the cast of the new KBS drama “Ad Genius Lee Tae Baek” as Go Ari, a woman with both brains and style.
Go Ari is a graduate of a prestigious American university. She’s beautiful enough to catch everyone’s attention in a room, she’s a social butterfly, can speak well and has every trait that a great AE should have. She has the skills to turn a disaster into a success with her suave skills which brings her to the top of sales at Gumsan Advertising Company.
Go Ari is giving a presentation in front of her entire company and representatives from the advertiser in still photos released from the set. One mistake could cost the company the deal, but she is calm and reserved, showing why she is the crème of the crop at Gumsan Ad.
Her sophisticated outfit of a leopard print jacket paired with shiny leather pants show her perfectionism as well as fashion sense. The way Han Chae Young dresses in the drama is expected to be a big interest to office women in Korea, and add flavor to the drama itself.
A representative of the drama said, “Go Ari’s presentation will show why she is at the top of her game at Gumsan Ad. We hope the audience looks forward to Go Ari’s active role in the cutthroat world of advertising”.
“Ad Genius Lee Tae Baek” takes place in an ad firm which has not been a major setting in Korean dramas before. The new drama is expected to provide a variety of attractions for the audience. The drama will premiere on Feb. 4th on KBS2TV.
Song Ha Kyung @ Drama ‘School 2013’ A Girl Everyone Loves to Hate
Actress Park Se Young is showing off her talents as the girl everyone loves to hate on the KBS drama “School 2013”.
Park plays Song Ha Kyung, a pretty girl who depicts the real situation of Korean teens who have to struggle with their studies and college entrance exam every single day. Ha Kyung is only focused on getting into the prestigious “S” University, and will go at lengths to achieve her goal. She was caught taking private lessons among students who attended specialized high schools, and took on the role as vice-class-president to earn extra points for her grades. Her determination to go to a prestigious college is a great depiction of current day students who have to perform certain tasks to raise their chances of getting into a good college.
Park is doing a great job of portraying Ha Kyung, who is feeling pressure to stay at the top in school, even if it means taking pills that will prevent her from sleeping, while struggling with the conflict of getting good grades and keeping her friends.
In episode 12, aired last week, Park threw away her cold exterior, showing tears in her conflict with Kang Joo (played by Ryu Hyo Young). She also showed herself as an innocent high-school girl, making her character Ha Kyung, the girl that everyone loves to hate, a character that you cannot hate.
A related official of the drama said, “Ha Kyung, a girl that was only focused on getting into ‘S’ University will be showing a more mature side as she changes with the influence of Kang Joo, her teachers and friends.” The official asked for continued support and interest in Park’s character as well as “School 2013”.
“School 2013” airs every Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 p.m. on KBS2TV.
130128 Park Shin-hye & Yoo Seung-ho Appear as Sweethearts in So Ji-sub’s Music Video
Actor Park Shin-hye has shown her beauty in So Ji-sub’s music video, which was partly released on Jan. 23.
Park appears as the female protagonist who is loved by both leading male characters, Yoo Seung-ho in his twenties, and So Ji-sub in his thirties, in the video. This version of the “Eraser” music video that runs 4 minutes and 42 seconds was released prior to the release of the full-scale music video that runs 12 minutes. Park became a talking point as she displayed seductive beauty with both pureness and sexiness as well as giving a mature performance.
The video began with a scene Yoo Seung-ho and So Ji-sub passing by and showed scenes of love and departure between Park and Yoo and the reminiscence of the love by So, making the viewers anxious for the development of the situation.
Park showed different aspects of her character as she performed a sexy dance in a club or engaged in a heart-breaking kissing scene with her sweetheart Yoo Seung-ho in the pure image.
A representative of Park’s agency said, “You may look forward to the upcoming full-scale music video which is as beautiful as a movie, with performances of Park Shin-hye, So Ji-sup and Yoo Seoung-ho and sensuous video images”.
So Ji-sup’s mini album “6PM..Ground”, that is released on Jan.3 was known to be directed by Hong Won-gi who took part in famous videos such as “Moai” by Seotaiji, “Run” by Epik High, “The Boys” by Girls Generation and “Shock” by Beast.
Writer : Jun Ji-young