T-ara to launch subunit made up of Jiyeon, Eunjung, Hyomin, and Areum

There is some exciting news in store for Queen’s!
Idol group subunits seem to be the trend these days, and jumping on the bandwagon will be T-ara with their very own unit consisting of 4 members!

Who will be in this currently unnamed subunit? Apparently it will be Jiyeon, Eunjung, Hyomin, and Areum, and they’ll be kicking off promotions with a song by one of the hottest producer teams these days, Duble Sidekick!

Core Contents Media broke the news on the 27th, stating, “A unit made up of Jiyeon-Eunjung-Hyomin-Areum is scheduled to launch.” 

However, unlike other subunits that try their hands at a different concept or style of music than their original groups, this T-ara subunit will continue with ‘T-ara-like’ performances. The agency added, “They’ll be approaching the public with an even more familiar image.”

According to the rep spoken with, the unit has big plans in store as they hope to create a ‘national dance’ that the whole nation will be able to dance along to, much like the way everyone knows how to do the ‘Y.M.C.A’. The rep added with laughter, “We are expecting to see a song that will be like the next ‘Gangnam Style’.”

As for the other members, Boram, Qri, and Soyeon, they’ll be focusing on individual activities for the time being. After the concluding of unit and individual promotions, the group will reunite and stand together on stage again for their Japanese arena tour.

The subunit is said to be aiming for launch around April or May, so keep an eye out for updates!
Are you excited for T-ara’s new subunit?

Source: eDaily
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Kim Jung Tae cast for ‘Dream High 2′, to begin filming in December

Actor Kim Jung Tae has been added to the cast list for KBS‘s ‘Dream High 2‘!

Kim Jung Tae made the announcement himself through his own fan cafe, where he posted, “I have decided to film ‘Dream High 2′“. His agency confirmed the casting, as they told TV Daily on November 30th, ”Because of his other program schedules, he was trying to coordinate it. Recently, however, we were able to confirm his appearance.”

The agency talked about his upcoming schedule as they relayed, “Because it is a project that currently films in the area, it seems that filming will begin next month.”

Kim Jung Tae will take on the role of Kirin High School’s president, ‘Lee Kang Chul’. At this time, the sequel to the popular teenage drama has confirmed that  T-ara‘s Jiyeon, SISTAR‘s Hyorin, Ailee,and many others have joined the program.

‘Dream High 2′ will air on January 30th.

Source: TV Daily via Nate

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Davichi and T-ara’s Jiyeon, Hyomin & Soyeon to star in ‘Roly Poly’ musical

T-ara members Jiyeon, Hyomin & Soyeon will be starring in the ‘Our Youth Roly Poly‘ musical along with Davichi‘s Kang Minkyung.

Even before production of the musical, producers knew they wanted to perform the musical on stages all across Asia. International fans’ expectations for ‘Our Youth Roly Poly’ are higher than ever as it is being put on by Hallyu stars T-ara and Davichi’s Kang Minkyung who has previously showcased her acting skills in a drama series.

The musical will tell the stories of seven older women, and their past experiences with love and friendship. T-ara and Kang Minkyung will be playing the roles of the women in their youth, but the characters who will play the roles of the older women have yet to be revealed. The staff remarked, “We assure you that the cast to play the middle-aged women will be just as glamourous as the girls who will play the younger roles“.

“In the musical, the cute and sassy schoolgirls grow up and turn into women of society. They become mothers, wives, and professional career women. We hope everyone will look forward to the cast members that will be fulfilling the latter roles“, they continued.

Twenty new actors and actresses were selected at the second round of auditions which took place on the 14th and 15th, and official practice for the musical begins on the 24th.

‘Our Youth Roly Poly’ will be performed at the Sungnam Art Center Opera House starting January 13th 2012 through February 25th, 2012.

Source & Image: TVReport

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T-ara's agency refutes talk of Jiyeon getting special admission into Sungkyunkwan University

A spokesperson from T-ara Jiyeon's agency dismissed rumors of her special admission into a university as groundless. Recently, talk of third-year high school student Jiyeon gaining special admission into Sungkyunkwan University has been taking flight on the internet.

It has however, been debunked by her agency. On October 25th, Core Contents Media stated, "The rumors that Jiyeon was offered special admission into the Korean Literature course at Sungkyunkwan University is groundless. She did not even apply for it."

A netizen who identified himself as a current student at the university also confirmed that Sungkyunkwan University has said the same thing. Jiyeon is currently applying for an arts program at another university, where she hopes to get a place through her own efforts without any special consideration.

Meanwhile, T-ara is set to make their Korean comeback at the start of November.

Source: Star News

Yoo Jae Suk gives f(x)’s Sulli a piggyback ride for “Running Man” + other pairings revealed!

On August 2nd, a picture of the nation’s MC Yoo Jae Suk garnered much interest from netizens, as he’s seen piggy-backing f(x)’s Sulli through the streets.
It was revealed that the two were filming for SBS’s ’Running Man‘. Yoo Jae Suk looks rather exhausted, carrying Sulli on his back as he runs full speed in a uniform.
Netizens commented, “He’s got a giant baby on his back“, “He’s so obviously tired from the running“, and “I can’t wait to watch the Sulli episode!”
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Apart from the above, photos of other pairings have since been leaked by netizens who happened to be around the area of filming. Apart from Ji Suk Jin whose partner remains unknown due to a relative lack of interest, the other pairings are as follows:
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Haha and Suzy

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Song Ji Hyo and Gary, Kim Jong Kook and Jiyeon

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Lee Kwang Soo and Luna

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Source: JoongAng via Nate

“Running Man” to air ‘girl group special’ with Suzy, Jiyeon, Luna, and Sulli

Popular SBS variety show, ‘Running Man‘, will be airing a special episode featuring members of Korea’s hottest girl groups.

The special, which will air over two weeks on August 7th and 14th, will star miss A’s Suzy, T-ara’s Jiyeon, and f(x)’s Sulli and Luna.

‘Running Man’ PD Jo Hyo Jin remarked that the cast members welcomed the guests with open arms. “Their faces shone because of the girl group special,” he said. “The filming carried on with a happy atmosphere. Song Ji Hyo put up a great performance, as well.”

Netizens already received a hint about the episode’s shenanigans through fan-taken pictures, which revealed the girls getting piggyback rides from the ‘Running Man’ cast members. Looks like SBS managed to create yet another heart-pounding episode for this urban-action variety show!


Source: E Daily via Nate, Star News via Nate