f(x)’s Amber reveals her full name on ‘Invincible Youth 2′

f(x)‘s Amber has finally revealed her full name!

On November 12th’s episode of ’Invincible Youth 2‘, the new ‘G8′ cast members met up for the first time. While chatting on their way to the village of Daebu-do, the members realized that they didn’t know Amber’s full name.

Amber divulged, “In hanja [Chinese characters], my name is Liu Yi Yun (劉逸雲).” She then revealed that her full English name was ‘Amber Josephine Liu’.

The host of the show, Lee Soo Geun, commented, “It sounds like a name given to a neighbourhood bully,” causing everyone in the bus to laugh.

Amber added, “I also have a Korean name that my friends called me with in the States — ‘Eunyoung.’

Meanwhile, the ‘G8′ cast members — miss A‘s Suzy, KARA‘s Kang Jiyoung, Rainbow‘s Go Woori,Jewelry‘s Yewon, SISTAR‘s Bora, and SNSD‘s Sunny and Hyoyeon — brought in a 7% viewership rating with this first episode, according to AGB Nielsen Media Research.

Source: Newsen via Nate

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Meet the new Invincible Youth G8!

Invincible Youth PD reveals a group photo of new IY G8 including the new members!

The G8 members SNSD's Sunny and Hyoyeon, Kara's Jiyoung, Miss A Suzy, F(x) Amber, Sistar's Bora, Rainbow's Woori and Jewelry's Yewon!

Don't miss the 1st episode on November 12 at 11:05PM!

Photo credits: cleanmountain
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Goo Hara’s teary acceptance speech deemed ‘beautiful’ by viewers

KARA’s Goo Hara recently won the runner-up award for the ‘Show/Variety’ category at KBS’s “2010 Entertainment Awards.”

Clearly surprised over her win, Goo Hara walked to the stage in an utter daze, her eyes wide with amazement.  After collecting herself, she began her acceptance speech, stating, “I’ll be receiving this award thankfully, since I am receiving it in the midst of such amazing seniors.  I’ve earned so many things through ‘Invincible Youth‘.”

As she wrapped up her speech, her eyes began brimming with tears, showing the worth of the achievement to viewers.

When she first joined the show in October of last year, she was considered to be the least known member out of KARA.  A year and two months later, she’s managed to create an entirely new ‘brand’ for herself and has grown into one of the most identifiable stars of the industry.

Goo Hara was known to have worked harder than anyone else on the show, and showcased a lot of determination. Her level of interest in farming and the way she skillfully managed to drive rice-planting tractors surprised the viewers immensely.

She was also much loved by the Yuchiri villagers for her lovely personality and caring heart.

It was only through such efforts that she was able to achieve the win, and although the show came to an end on December 24th, Goo Hara’s mark on the show won’t be forgotten by the viewers.

Source: Star News via Nate
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“Invincible Youth” wraps up season finale with tears

KBS 2TV ’s well-liked selection program, “ Invincible Youth ,” aired its teary season finale on December 24th.
The last episode focused on the IY members celebrating Christmas with the Yuchiri villagers. Playing numerous games, Narsha, Goo Hara, Hyomin, Sunhwa, Victoria, Jooyeon , and Kim Sori also presented a talent show for the residents.
Fans had been delighted when they saw that Kim Tae Woo managed to appear for the episode. Kim was forced to take a leave of absence from the show for the reason that of his vocal cord nodules. Reunited with his fellow castmates, the atmosphere on set became lively and was full of laughter.
Unfortunately, the joy could only last for so lengthy – the chief of the team, No Joo Hyun , declared the episode as the season’s last. The cast became gloomy after this announcement, and even the village residents became deeply affected by the news; to them, the IY members had been like their own precious granddaughters.
After finishing their last dinner together, the members sat around and began reflecting on the past year and two months.
Narsha expressed, “ ‘Invincible Youth’ turned me into a new individual ,” while Goo Hara stated, “ Please keep in mind that I was a member of ‘Invincible Youth .’
Hyomin confessed, “ ‘Invincible Youth’ allowed me to know what a broadcast program was”, and Victoria added , “I learned a great deal about not just Korean culture, but farming and friendships also .”
Jooyeon, who joined the team late into the show’s running, stated, “ I could’ve carried out greater, it’s so upsetting that the show is ending so quick .”
The members concluded their reflections by shouting the team’s chant, “ The youth never loses! ”
Viewers also expressed their thoughts on the show’s closing by leaving comments on the viewers’ message board: “ Is it truly the end? I can’t believe it,” “This was the nicest selection program,” “I’ll keep in mind it forever,” and “I’ll be looking forward to season two !”
The show was forced to end early due to the girl group members going overseas. A second season for 2011 is presently in production.

As sweet as the reactions are, the viewer ratings for the final episode had been insubstantial at greatest. According to AGB Nielsen Media Study , the very first season of “Invincible Youth” achieved only 6.2% in viewer ratings, a 0.1% drop from last week’s episode, which recorded at 6.3%.
Source: Star News , TV Every day via Nate

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Does "Invicible Youth" Have A Chinese Copycat?

A certain Chinese variety show is being accused of plagiarism for copying KBS 2TV’s girl group variety show, “Invincible Youth“.

On November 30th, on an entertainment bulletin board, captures of a show that allegedly copied “Invincible Youth” was posted. The show is called, “偶像誕生 (Birth of an Idol)”, and the opening, member configuration, music, effects, and more, are almost identical to those of “Invincible Youth”.

On the show, there is a member reminiscent of Kim Tae Woo, a female member dressed like Narsha, and anyone who has seen “Invincible Youth” would say that the format is very similar. The Chinese comments left on the video also criticize the show, saying, “This is exactly the same as ‘Invincible Youth’. I’m embarrassed other people might see” and “‘Birth of an Idol’? Is copying idolizing?”

Kim Ho Sang, the producer of “Invincible Youth”, told Sports Chosun, “I found out today because fans of ‘Invincible Youth’ called me. The program did not officially purchase the rights of the show. I believe this happened because the program is popular, and the members are becoming popular in China. We’re looking for the exact reality. We will discuss our next actions afterwards.”

The possibility of this issue developing into a lawsuit is keeping fans interested.

Source: Sports Chosun
Photos: Youku Captures

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Victoria, Sunhwa and Hyomin share their first kiss experience on Invincible Youth

f(x) Victoria revealed a surprising confession about her first kiss on the latest episode of Invincible Youth.

Victoria confessed that she had her first kiss to a guy he was in a relationship with before she was in college and she was in a relationship with her for 2 years. She was asked by Sunhwa in which she answered frankly to everyones surprise.

Hyomin from T-ara also shared her story which was embarrassing for her. She revealed that she went out with the guy she likes to watch a movie but she embarrassed herself when she farted. Sunhwa also revealed that she went out with her boyfriend to a street and she was wearing a dress when the wind blew her skit upside down causing her embarrassment.

This episode will be aired on the 8th.

Source: Newsen
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