2AM says hello from Japan

2AM‘s Jo Kwon has shared a few photos from Japan!

On January 11th, Jo Kwon practiced his Japanese by tweeting, “Have you heard our Japanese album? We did a remake of Mr. Toshinobu Kobuta‘s “Missing”. Please check it out many times!”

In the first photo, Jo Kwon and his groupmates whip out goofy poses and expressions for the camera to make their fans laugh. In the second photo, Jo Kwon snaps a photo of the famous Tokyo Tower monument from what appears to be his hotel room.

Fans commented, “Changmin’s facial expression is hilarious. You guys are full of entertainment” and“I hope that 2AM will show their true talents in Tokyo as well!”

2AM is currently in Japan promoting their debut Japanese song, “Never Let You Go”.

Source: Jo Kwon’s Twitter

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2AM’s Jo Kwon shares a family photo to celebrate J.Y. Park’s birthday

2AM‘s leader Jo Kwon recently celebrated his boss’ birthday with a special post on Twitter.

On December 13th, the idol uploaded a photo of himself, J.Y. Park, and Wonder Girls‘ Sunyetogether. “The [photo] quality isn’t good, but Jin Young hyung, happy birthday once again,” he wrote.

Netizens and fans alike were pleased to see the love in JYP family, as the three labelmates wrapped their arms around each other and gave big smiles.

Fans also delivered congratulatory messages as they left, “Happy Birthday!“, “You three look like a family“, and “Awesome photo“.

Source + Photos: Osen

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2AM’s Jo Kwon & Jinwoon caught snoozing at the airport

On November 26th, 2AM‘s leader Jo Kwon shared a new photo through his Twitter under the caption, “2 floor bed“.

Taken at an airport, the photo showed Jo Kwon and Jinwoon snoozing on a bench for a quick nap. The singers converted the bench into a bunk bed, with Seulong taking the ‘top’ bunk and Jo Kwon sleeping below.

Fans commented, “Haha, I should order one of those benches. So funny” and “Looks like you guys were at the airport.  Didn’t people stare at you?”

Either these two have mastered the art of sleeping anytime, anywhere, or they’re making the greatest comment on the absurdity of planking ever.


Source + Photo: Naver

More photos from Halloween party with Brian Joo, Jo Kwon, Min and more

It’s that time of year again, when costumes, candy, and scary stories come into play, and kpop celebrities were no exception to the Halloween festivities. An hour ago, we reported that 2AM‘s Jo Kwon revealed photos celebrating Halloween.

Brian Joo also tweeted the picture above with the words, “Me, @missA_min, & @2AMkwon in our Halloween costumes~ I’m supposed to be a waiter;)”.

The Halloween party also included guests like U-KISS‘ Kevin & former member Alexander, G.NA and Hyung Joon.

Check out more photos of the gang below:

After seeing the pictures, netizens commented, “Happy Halloween ^_^”, “min young unnie looks so scary. good job”, “WAHH YOU GUYS LOOK CUTE HEHE..NICE PHOTO!”, “Just awesome. xx”, “Trick or Treat !!!!”.

Source + Image: Twitter

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Jo Kwon talks about Ga-In’s kiss scene with Doojoon from ‘All My Love’

2AM‘s Jo Kwon has intrigued fans once again with new details on Brown Eyed Girl‘s Ga-In‘s kiss scene with B2ST‘s Yoon Doojoon.

Ga-in guested on the latest episode of KBS 2TV‘s ‘Secret‘, only to have the story of her kiss scene NGs with Doojoon from ’All My Love‘ revealed on television.

Jo Kwon came on as a surprise witness of the incident, and explained, “When we were filming the sitcom together, Ga-In acted without NG’s when she was acting with other female actresses; but for some reason, she always had a lot of NG’s when she was acting next to male actors. In particular, she had a ton of NG’s during her kiss scene with Yoon Doojoon.”

Ga-in, who seemed surprised by the subtle accusation, explained, “Because I am a woman, too, I get nervous when acting with male actors. I even got nervous when I was acting with Kim Kap Soosenior,” drawing laughter in the studio.

Be sure to check out the full story on ‘Secret’, which will air on Saturday, October 29th.

Source: OSEN via Nate

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Jokwon, Sulli, and Kikwang to withdraw from Inkigayo MC positions

We previously reported that 2AM would be holding a Christmas concert later this year, as well as gearing up for their 2012

Japanese debut, first concert in Japan, and upcoming Korean album. f(x) most recently performed at SMTOWN in New York last weekend, and BEAST will be heading off to London in December to perform at the United Cube Concert.

2AM's Jokwon, f(x)'s Sulli, BEAST's Kikwang, and IU are currently the MCs for music show Inkigayo. Jokwon and Sulli have been MCing for over a year, while Kikwang and IU joined the team after February of this year. Due to their upcoming schedules, Jokwon, Sulli, and Kikwang are reportedly withdrawing from their roles as MCs for the show.

According to PD Kwak Seungyoung, the Inkigayo production crew is currently in the midst of discussions with the idols' agencies in order to set schedules for their withdrawal from the program. The production crew is currently on the lookout for MCs to replace them; in the meanwhile, the three are expected to maintain their positions through the beginning of November.

Source: TV Report

Mnet “Idol Chart Show” ranks the Top 20 highest earning idols

1. G-Dragon
2. Lee Seung Gi
3. IU
4. Jang Geun Suk
5. Kim Hyun Joong
6. Jung Yong Hwa
7. Hwang Jung Eum
8. Lee Teuk
9. UEE
10. T.O.P
11. Taecyeon
12. Yoona
13. Jokwon
14. Dara
15. Hara
16. Shindong
17. G.NA
18. Yong Jun Hyung
19. EunJung
20. Nichkhun

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Jo Kwon VS G.Na For 'Pusyeo Pusyeo" CF

G.Na and 2AM's Jo Kwon became the endorsers of "Pusyeo Pusyeo" snacks,kkap dance reappeared in this video clip here.

Whose dance do you like more?Jo Kwon's Kkap dance or G.Na's sexy dance?

Jo Kwon, Ga In and Yoon Doojoon prove their closeness with photos ‘We see each other 4 times a week’

On the afternoon of 18th April, Jo Kwon posted on his Twitter ‘It’s All My Love filming now, we are full of love 4 times a week’ along with two photos.

The two photos show Jo Kwon, Brown Eyed Girls’ Ga In and Beast’s Doojoon taking pictures together. In the photos, Ga In is sitting between Jo Kwon and Doojoon with the two boys making funny expressions.

Doojoon has attracted attention by holding a red hand mirror to Ga In’s face.

Netizens who saw the photos commented, ‘I’m addicted to All My Love 5 days a week.’ , ‘I miss We Got Married’s Adam Couple,’ ‘The mischievous trio from All My Love’.

All My Love starring Jo Kwon, Ga In and Doojoon is well loved by viewers.

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Kim Gap Soo warns Doojoon ‘If you continue being like this you will be out’, what does his warning mean?Kim Gap Soo warns Doojoon ‘If you continue being like this you will be out’

Kim Gap Soo gave Yoon Doojoon a warning message.

On the 12 April broadcast of KBS2TV’s Win Win, actor Kim Gap Soo appeared as a guest along with Beast’s Doojoon and 2AM’s Jokwon, showing off their wit. Jokwon said,” Because I film the daily sitcom together with Kim Gap Soo sunbaenim, I can feel him giving off young vibes. He wore a baseball outfit here today. When I film, sometimes I also wear baseball outfits. After filming was completed, I was asked to give it to him as a gift twice and so I did, ” making the audience laugh.

Doojoon continued Jokwon’s statement by saying, “I was asked to give it 4 times but I still didn’t see the young vibes so I didn’t give anything, I also did not attend his performances due to my schedule,”. Kim Gap Soo responded, ” If you continue being like this, you will be out!”. His words made the MC laugh.

After that he explained, “In the sitcom, Jokwon’s character is part of my family so he can see it, Doojoon’s character is not part of my family, so he can’t see it.”

SOURCE: NATE, BEASTCHINA
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Jo-kwon, Best Husband On "We Got Married"

Singer Jo-kwon was chosen as the best husband from the popular reality tv show "We Got Married".

A survey was conducted by an online music site, Monkey3, involving 760 participants who answered from March 24th to the 30th. Those surveyed were asked to select the best husband from all of the pretend couples that were featured on the show.

40% (300 people) selected Jo-kwon, who was paired up with Brown Eyed Girls' Ga-in. Viewers of the show loved Jo-kwon for his wit and kid-like innocence. The two became so popular together that there were fans who would beg them to really date in real life.

Second place was Kim Hyun-joon with 24% (181 people). Kim was loved for his awkward yet cute ways with his wife, singer Hwangbo. Jung Yong-hwa, leader of CNBLUE, garnered 16% (124 people) for his make-believe marriage life with Girls Generation member Seo-hyun. The sweet and thoughtful Alex won over 9% of the votes (70 people) when he was featured on the show with Shinae. Nickhun followed with 8% (57 people), who's currently still with the show with f(x)'s Victoria. Lastly, Jung Hyung-don trailed with 4% (31 people), for his short marriage with Saori.

The next upcoming episode of We Got Married will feature Jung Yong-hwa and Seo-hyun's last episode after one year together. Filling in their shoes will be the new Lee Jang-woo and T-ara's Ham Eun-jung couple and the singer Kim Won-joon and broadcaster Park So-hyun couple.

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Idols' Trainee Photos Unveiled

Photos from several idols' training periods has been drawing the attention of netizens. Recently, a thread titled "Photos of idols as trainees" was posted on a portal community.

The photos, which showcase their freshness, are of several idols who are promoting right now.

Big Bang's Seungri and Taeyang are pictured in one of them. Their visible dark circles, in particular, created laughter to those who saw it. Seulong too surprised netizens with his shaggy hairstyle, which is quite different from the one he sports now.

There is also Nickhun from 2PM, whose unchanging good looks didn't disappoint fans. His 2:8 hair parting also shows the unique fashion sense he has had since young.

Netizens who saw the photos commented, "Nickhun is handsome no matter what he does," "Seungri's dark circles can't be helped," and "Such a fresh period of time!"

Also included in the collage are Wonder Girls' Sunye, 2AM's Jo Kwon, TVXQ's Yunho, JYJ's Jaejoong, and Super Junior's Kangin, Heechul, and Donghae.

Source: Nate
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