[Updated] Cube Entertainment and DSP Media confirm break up of Junhyung and Hara couple

The agencies of Hara and Junhyung have now confirmed the news of the couple’s break up after getting in contact with the idols themselves.

Several insiders in the music industry revealed that the two had parted and decided to remain as friends, and fans have been looking to Cube Entertainment and DSP Media to offer comments on the matter.
Having contacted the idols, reps of both agencies have received word that the two stars have indeed decided to go their separate ways.

DSP Media reps commented, “Due to their busy schedules and KARA’s stay in Japan for their promotions, their meetings have become scarce, and eventually they drifted apart… They decided to remain as good friends in the music industry.”

Cube Entertainment also offered similar comments, stating, “Junhyung and Hara have recently ended their relationship… The two will continue to remain good friends.”
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[Update - In addition to their initial statement given over the phone, DSP Media has released their full statement on the matter through a press release.
The press release reads:

"Hara and Junhyung have ended their relationship, which they've maintained since June of 2011, and have decided to remain as good sunbae-hoobae in the music industry, and oppa-dongseng. The two continued their relationship under the interest of many fans and the public as the music industry's 'official couple'. However, with their meetings becoming less and less as they each carried out their own activities and handled many domestic and international promotions, the two naturally drifted apart.

On the 15th, when the news of the two unfollowing each other broke, they were at a state in which they had not yet finished sorting out their relationship matter. After this day, having decided to go their separate ways after much thought, the two even exchanged text messages with one another even after breaking up to ask how each other was doing, and currently have a good sunbae and hoobae relationship. Please give the two your encouragement and words of support."]

Source: Star News, Mydaily, TVdaily, Xsports
credit : allkpop.com

Yahoo Japan's Top Searched Celebrities

Yahoo Japan recently released data for the top searched terms in 2011 for male entertainers, female entertainers, and sport athletes. From the list of 20, a whopping 18 spots were filled by Koreans.

The ranking took the aggregate data from search queries on Yahoo Japan from January 1st to October 31st. Out of the top 20, only Lady Gaga at #5 and Avril Lavigne at #17 were non Koreans:

1. SNSD
2. Kara
3. TVXQ
4. Jang Geun Seuk
5. Lady Gaga
6. BIGBANG
7. Super Junior
8. Kim Hyun Joong
9. FT Island
10. 2PM
11. SHINee
12. CNBLUE
13. Supernova
14. JYJ
15. B2ST
16. 2NE1
17. Avril Lavigne
18. After School
19. Kim Tae Hee
20. T-ara

Source: Nate, allkpop.com

KARA reveals tracklist and covers for Japanese album "Super Girl"

A little while ago, we revealed the news of KARA's second full length Japanese album. Today, the group revealed the full tracklist for the album through their official Japanese website. The covers for the different versions were also added.

The album will be available in a regular edition and three different limited editions. Limited type A includes the main 10 tracks + three bonus songs "Jumping", "Mister" and "Step". It also includes the music videos for previously released singles "Go Go Summer!", "Winter Magic" and "Step"; a live performance of "Jetcoaster Love", and behind-the-scenes footage of the jacket shootings for "Winter Magic" and "Super Girl".

Limited Type B includes all tracks as well as bonus tracks, together with a 36 page photobook, while Limited Type C will only include the songs and bonus tracks. Type C will only be made available after all Regular versions have been shipped.

"Super Girl" will be released on November 23rd.

Regular Version
01. ジェットコースターラブ/Jetcoaster Love
02. ウィンターマジック/Winter Magic
03. GO GO サマー！/Go Go Summer
04. ドリーミングガール/Dreaming Girl
05. 今、贈りたい「ありがとう」/I want to send "Thank You" now
06. オンリーフォーユー/Only for You
07. ウィスパー/Whisper
08. ミッシング/Missing
09. Do it!　Do it!
10. ガールズビーアンビシャス！/Girls, Be Ambitious!

Limited Type A
CD
01. ジェットコースターラブ/Jetcoaster Love
02. ウィンターマジック/Winter Magic
03. GO GO サマー！/Go Go Summer
04. ドリーミングガール/Dreaming Girl
05. 今、贈りたい「ありがとう」/I want to send "Thank You" now
06. オンリーフォーユー/Only for You
07. ウィスパー/Whisper
08. ミッシング/Missing
09. Do it!　Do it!
10. ガールズビーアンビシャス！/Girls, Be Ambitious!
Bonus Tracks
11. ミスター/Mister
12. ジャンピン/Jumping
13. STEP

DVD
01. "GO GO Summer!" Music Video Clip (Director's Cut)
02. "Love Rollercoaster" Live Performance (CJ Media Japan (Mnet) "JJ'sMstudio")
03. "Winter Magic" Music Video Clip (Close-up Ver.)
04. "STEP" Music Video Clip
05. "Super Girl" shooting jacket off shot
06. "Winter Magic" shot off shooting jacket

Limited Type B
01. ジェットコースターラブ/Jetcoaster Love
02. ウィンターマジック/Winter Magic
03. GO GO サマー！/Go Go Summer
04. ドリーミングガール/Dreaming Girl
05. 今、贈りたい「ありがとう」/I want to send "Thank You" now
06. オンリーフォーユー/Only for You
07. ウィスパー/Whisper
08. ミッシング/Missing
09. Do it!　Do it!
10. ガールズビーアンビシャス！/Girls, Be Ambitious!
Bonus Tracks
11. ミスター/Mister
12. ジャンピン/Jumping
13. STEP

+ 36 page Photo Book

Limited Edition C
01. ジェットコースターラブ/Jetcoaster Love
02. ウィンターマジック/Winter Magic
03. GO GO サマー！/Go Go Summer
04. ドリーミングガール/Dreaming Girl
05. 今、贈りたい「ありがとう」/I want to send "Thank You" now
06. オンリーフォーユー/Only for You
07. ウィスパー/Whisper
08. ミッシング/Missing
09. Do it!　Do it!
10. ガールズビーアンビシャス！/Girls, Be Ambitious!
Bonus Tracks
11. ミスター/Mister
12. ジャンピン/Jumping
13. STEP

Source: karaweb

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
Written by KYUiShana@dkpopnews.net

Boom Reveals 1st Day-Shooting of News Invincible Youth Season 2

Boom shared photos of new cast of Invincible Youth Season 2 after they had successfully filmed the 1st shooting for the 1st episode of IY2 on October 19th.

On his twitter, he wrote,

"We completed the 1st shooting for Invincible Youth Season 2 first episode with a success! Who we are? Where are we? Do you think what? We are young so whatever! Cheer up guys! Let's run to our youthful days! Hope for Invincible Youth Season 2 a success!"

and uploaded 2 photos


In the photos are the new fixed cast such as SNSD's Hyoyeon, Kara's Jiyoung and F(x) Amber. In the first photo they are sitting comfortably in a mountain side while in the othe rone they are happily jumping in the air.

The 1st episode of IYS2 will air on November 12 at 11:00PM. The main hosts are Lee Seu Gun, Boom and Ji Hyun Woo. Main idol guests are SNSD’s Sunny, Hyoyeon, Kara’s Jiyoung, Miss A’s Suzzy, f(x)’s Amber, Sistar’s Bora, Rainbow’s Go Woo Ri and Jewelry’s Ye Won.

Source: STARNEWS
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net


credit: dailykpopnews

Goo Hara chooses SHINee over Super Junior and B2ST

Although Goo Hara revealed a few details about her relationship with B2ST‘s Junhyung, she was a bit more diplomatic when the discussion turned to his group.

On October 19th’s episode of MBC‘s ‘Radio Star‘, the MCs talked to KARA about their explosive popularity in Japan. When the girls were asked who they felt was more popular in Japan, B2ST or Super Junior, Hara was quick to provide a witty answer.

“I actually think SHINee is the most popular,” she said, completely throwing off the MCs.

“We gave you two choices, and SHINee wasn’t one of them“, they remarked disappointedly.

Netizens were delighted over her ability to skillfully avoid an awkward situation, as the MCs aimed to pin her between offending MC Kyuhyun (a member of Super Junior) or her boyfriend.

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate

credit: allkpop

Super Junior’s Shindong transforms into KARA’s Goo Hara

Super Junior’s Shindong, after losing some weight, changed himself into KARA’s Goo Hara.
Making a guest appearance on SBS Strong Heart on the 18th, Shindong changed himself into KARA’s Goo Hara for the program’s ‘strong women special.’
With KARA’s “Step,” Shingdong appeared on the stage with perfect costume of Goo Hara, a ponytail, a makeup style that shows innocent and sexy looks at the same time, and a sexy outfit. He also imitated her captivating eyes and KARA’s sexy hip dance.
As Shindong came out in Goo Hara costume, other guests all cheered yelling “pretty!” and the caption on the screen also wrote “absolute beauty,” making the audience laugh. It was because people could find unexpected beauty from Shindong’s face as he lost some weight.
Shindong performed KARA’s powerful dance with Goo Hara and Park Gyuri and made Strong Heart’s opening stage hot.
On the day’s Strong Heart, DIVA and Baby V.O.X. members made special guest appearances, revealing their inside stories of emotional conflicts and misunderstandings happened between them in the past.

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Airport photos from KARA’s departure for Paris

A few days ago, allkpop reported that girl group KARA would be releasing their very own fragrance. On August 29th, the girls departed from Incheon International Airport for the city of Paris.

While visiting Paris, KARA will be finalizing details on their signature perfume. They’re under tight time constraints, as they’ll have to rush back for preparations with their upcoming third album, “Step“.
Check out their comfortable airport fashion below!

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Shimshimtapa Heechul Phone Call From 110822

Shinong & Gyuri: Hello, this is Shindong & Park Gyuri SSTP

Heechul: What?

Shindong & Gyuri: I’m sorry, we r in the middle of broadcasting, please use formal speaking

Heechul: Ah~ it revealed at the start

Shindong: Hello, who are you n where you live?

Heechul: SSTP listeners, I’m Universe Big Star Kim Heechul

Shindong: Nice to meet you

Heechul: Nice to meet both of you

ShinDong: Your voice sounds a bit down

Heechul: What? No such thing!

ShinDong: Actually many people got a shocked, many
people felt surprised, how can you just be enlisted quietly. A lot of these sayings. Heechul also has a lot to say right?

Heechul: Firstly, would like to thank Shindong & Gyuri from SSTP for doing this call out. And I’ve also known about the call out. Actually got to know it 1 month ago.

ShinDong: Of course the members all know about it

Heechul: Hv talked a lot with the members & company. Hv also thought of what should I do after I leave. Have hoping if I can delay it

ShinDong: That’s right. Now we r doing our promotion, it will be a waste if you just leave like this

Heechul: Actually there is no need for any delay, as a man, of course I need to go. Seriously speaking, I’m getting older. Moreover, I hv the confidence of doing well after I come back, so I decided to go. Shindong, you are also aware of this. Actually wanted to be enlisted secretly and quietly and let Leeteuk, Eunhyuk, Shindong to say on radio: “Oh yeah, today, Heechul hyung is enlisted.”

Actually thought of doing this

ShinDong: Actually plan not to let anyone know. Our manager also said this: “Heechul ah, would there be a situation whereby you are enlisted n no one knows?”

Heechul: Around 1 week ago, I received many calls from reporters (media), so I’ve announced it today that I will be enlisted.

Questions from SSTP Listeners

*Listener asked when did Heechul decide that he wants to be enlisted

Heechul: When I receive the official letter from military

*Listener asked if the members will be sending him off

Heechul: Talking about this, i feel that they shouldn’t come. Actually we can meet each other after 4 weeks, if you guys come would it be a bit too over? The dongsengs said no matter what, they will be there. Seriously speaking, now the situation is becoming bigger, it will be strange if the members never come.

Dong: Of course we will be there. Actually on 2 Sept, we r having SMT in Japan. Although it will be very tired n busy preparing for the concert, we will still be there. We members can actually hv a meal together with Heechul hyung in Seoul n don’t send him to the training centre, but we are not this kinda people.

*During the call out, it was Lee Hyun & Jungmo section on SSTP

ShinDong: Both of them r feeling troubled of what should they do during their section

Heechul: Now there r many people listening to this section bcoz of me

*Listener asked which girls group autographed photo Heechul will bring it with him?

Heechul: Honestly if there is also sth like that. I hv missA and Sulli they all (autograph photo) with me, not really sure of it. Though they said will visit me n write letter to me, but this is not the way, will get scoldings.
ShinDong: Why?

Heechul: 4 weeks later I’ll be out bcoz need to do public services. Anyway, will get scoldings if we do this, will get scoldings if we do that, lots of scoldings.

ShinDong & Gyuri: Why keep saying about being scolded when we r talking abt enlistment?

Heechul: We as the artists are like this, living with scoldings around

*Listener asked if Heechul thinks he will still be popular after enlistment

Heechul: Actually I don’t think (feel) so, that’s why I mentioned in the interview earlier on that I’ll prepare to start afresh. And so, hv to close the twitter acc b4 leaving. But now still hv to think abt it.

*Last greeting on SSTP

Heechul: Although hv thought of it for awhile, leave like the Kim Heechul’s style, still, it has already been announced. Although many people are wavering, is not that I don’t want to be an artist anymore, it will be alright to meet after 2 years n after becoming more mature. By then, I’ll become more mature when I return. Thank you everyone. I hv cut my hair today, not those flattop. Actually there r not many days left before my enlistment. Recently will look at everyone’s comments on twitter, I don’t used to be like this. This time I’ll do it, someone wants me to cut my hair shorter, I’ll try to listen n gv it a try. My hair is super cute, I’m completely lovable.

ShinDong: You are indeed Kim Heechul. Actually was worrying if it will be depressing as we r talking abt the enlistment but Kim Heechul is always very cheerful.

Heechul: Thank you, Shindong who hv just did a double eyelid surgery.

Credit: Psycho蝉儿
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Kara's Seungyeon Posts a Cute and Cheerful Picture

In the tradition of random and cute idol picture tweets, Kara member Han Seungyeon uploaded pictures of herself via her Twitter account on July 28^th.

“Going to a schedule,” the singer remarked. “I don’t know how long it will take to Seoul. I hope you are all safe.  Fighting!”
Seungyeon has recently celebrated her 24^th birthday, but her age is not evident in the photos. Netizens who have seen her shots commented, “You are really cute,” “How old are you?” Others have also wished her to be careful as she goes to work since areas in Seoul were reported to have flooded in the midst of heavy rains on the 27^th.

Meanwhile, upcoming activities for Kara include joining the cast of upcoming “Idol Gourmet” and performing at the “K-Pop All-Star Live In Niigata,” Japan on August 20^th.

via Seungyeon's Twitter

Yong Junhyung & Goo Hara's dating was forewarned on twitter?

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[Kim Hyejin Intern Reporter] In the midst of the confirmation of dating between BEAST’s Yong Junhyung and KARA’s Goo Hara, Yong Junhyung’s past twitter post has attracted attention.

On April 29th, Yong Junhyung wrote the words, “I’m gaining strength from one call,” through his twitter. To this FT Island’s Lee Hongki commented, “Is it me? Is it me? I just called you too! It better be me.” Afterwards, Yong Junhyung replied after Hongki, “Of course it is Hong..Hongki,” and even added a hesitant laugh with “heoheoheo hahaha You already know who it is.”

In addition Lee Hongki wrote, “Yah I’m embarrassed!” and Yong Junhyung wrote back, “Of course Hongki’s phone calls are encouraging gives me a lot of strength, but before you called me…. I will just stop here.”

Then, BEAST fans curiously commented, “Didn’t Yong Junhyung get a girl friend?” however it had died down with time. But then on June 28th, the scandal with Goo Hara had occurred.

The fans commented, “Wasn’t Goo Hara the person Yong Junhyung talked too?” and “Does that mean Lee Hongki knew of their relationship before?” showing interest on the couple.

CREDITS: BNTNEWS (SOURCE); YONGISM@B2ST RISING (TRANS)

BEAST's Yong Junhyung & KARA's Goo Hara date captured!

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[Dispatch] 'Hallyu Idol' couple is born. KARA’s Goo Hara and BEAST’s Yong Junhyung, who are currently going back and forth from Korea and Japan, are the stars. ‘Dispatch’ had captured their sweet dating scene.

Goo Hara and Yong Junhyung had been slowly growing their love together. It had been about a month before when their relationship developed into a loving one and before they just had the type of relationship where they would let out their feelings to each other and as they talked more often, their feelings for each other naturally developed into something more than just friends.

Their acquaintance had stated, “Since the past, KARA members were very close with BEAST members. Because they ended up doing activites around the same time period, they had developed a relationship where they are relying and encouraging each other. With the upcoming comeback in Japan, they had moved on to the relationship had advanced to be something much more serious.

Their date was small and simple like their meeting. They didn’t even wear a simple “cover.” They didn’t even cover their faces with sunglasses. The dating location was to the point. Even though they were idols with conquering fandoms, they enjoyed their street dates.

The scene that ‘Dispatch’ first witnessed was the midnight of the 9th when BEAST’s Yong Junhyung arrived from finishing his schedules in Japan. They ordered two cups of coffee from a take out in Kangnam and went to the Kangbyun area in the car.

Their location was Yong Junhyung’s place and they had parked the car in the corner to walk around the area for about an hour. Their park date was important to note as well. They went to the ‘Sky Park’ located in Sang Am Dong. The scene of Yong Junhyung holding the wrist of Goo Hara walking behind him was a sight to see.

They had even met on the Sunday when the music program ended. That was when BEAST was promoting ‘Fiction’ off of their first official album. The Sunday night, when the music program ended, they used the break time in their schedules. On the midnight of the 13th, they walked around the back alleyway of Hongdae and sensed the path of youths.

Their dates had no hiding or secretiveness. When they were in their cars, Goo Hara always had her window down. She even enjoyed the outside scenery with her head out the window. The strange thing was that one could have realized that it was her. They were natural like a normal couple in their early 20s.

A person who knows Goo Hara described her as someone with naivety. Even though she debuted early, she had the innocence that hasn’t been dirtied. They stated, that Yong Junhyung had probably fell for those innocent charms of her as well.

A person who knew Yong Junhyung rated him highly of his musical talent. A close friend stated, “He has the most outstanding musical talent when it comes down to all the other idol stars,” and “He shows off amazing skills when he is composing and editing. If you are someone into music, you can’t help but to fall into Yong Junhyung’s artistic talents.”

Meanwhile, their managements showed cautious response to their relationship. DSP Entertainment and CUBE Entertainment had met with ‘Dispatch’ on the night of the 27th and stated, “KARA and BEAST members have a very close relationships. We had no idea that it had developed into something more than friends.”

The two managements stated, “After checking with them specifically, it is true that they have good feelings toward each other, however they are in the stage of getting to know each other. We believe about a month passed for them so we hope that people will be watching for a little longer.”

CREDITS: NATE (SOURCE); YONGISM@B2ST RISING (TRANS)

Hara ''I call 4-year older Lee Min Ho ajusshi''

Girl group Kara member Goo Ha-ra spoke about her friendship with Lee Min-ho.

In the SBS TV program "Strong Heart", Goo Ha-ra recently took place and spoke about her acting along with Lee Min-ho and her first attempt at acting in "City Hunter".

She said, "I am enjoying my time with Lee Min-ho and Park Min-yeong. I call Lee Min-ho 'uncle' as he is 4 years older than me" and made everyone wonder. She then spoke about how she came to call him that and how she first met him through Kim Hyun-joong during the drama "Boys over Flowers". She also talked about the situation when the group Kara went through a phase called the 'Kara split-up'.

"Strong Heart" with Goo Ha-ra and the Kara members will be broadcasted on the 17th at 11:15PM.

Source Via : Nate
Credits: askactor

KARA's Strong Heart trailer revealed! (All members burst into tears)

Take a look at the preview of upcoming Strong Heart episode.

KARA's members chose Strong Heart as the first show to attend after clearing off the disbandment controversy.





The girls burst into tears on the show,KARA hwaiting,5=1 forever!

KARA'S GOO HARA Transforms into Sexy Club Girl In "City Hunter"!

KARA's Goo Hara is known for her innocent and cute image,however,she transformed into a sexy club girl during the filming of drama City Hunter.

Take a look at Hara's photos here where she is dressed sexily here,quite a different image from her actual self.

Kara surpassed BoA and ranked the top on the chart for two weeks

On the 6^th, “Jet Coaster Love” gained popularity…girl group Kara surpassed Boa’s 355,000 copyright sale record breakthrough countdown.

On the 20^th, Japan’s record association announced the charged copyright citation stating that with only two songs “Mister” (150,000) and “Jumping” (100,000), they hit over 250,000 in sales. If the most recent 3^rd single “Jet Coaster Love” is added on to this, the record will most likely go over 300,000.

Kara dominated Oricon’s chart with their 3^rd single on the 12^th and was recognized as a strong seller in album sales. However, their strength only made them stand out more in Japanese album sales. This is easily observed upon looking back at their history.

During the last 11 years of pursuing her singing career, Boa sold 355,00 albums with only 6 songs. It is predicted that Kara will easily surpass this kind of record. They have already hit 250,000 with 2 songs and the performance of “Jet Coaster Love” dominated 1^st in Japan’s main charts the past 2 weeks including Reckchalkoo, Mora, Musico, and Music Japan and continue to raise momentum. Kara’s rival Nisiko Kana made 1st place with 500,000 sales last year in album sales, but their recent momentum seems to make it more worth the effort.

In the case of “Mister”, the division record ringtones of Boa’s “Winter Love” made a record tie of 75,000. In the PC distribution sector, Japan’s advanced national singer first time “Mister” and “Jumping” such two songs were rated platinum at 25,000 album sales. Even Dong Bang Sing Ki (5 songs and 105,000 sales) and Girl’s Generation (2 songs and 80,000 sales)  could not be compared to Kara’s record sales.

One entertainment official stated “Kara and other national female artist groups’ success in album sales and top placement in source charts are proving Japan’s young generation that Korean Pop music is gaining a lot of popularity”.

Source Via : News Naver

Credits: askactor

Jung Yong Hwa Clarifies Dating Rumor With Kara Member Goo Hara

Few pictures of Kara Goo Hara and CN Blue Yong Hwa spread like wild fire on the internet as netizens claim that both of them are dating. Previously, it was 2pm Chansung who was involve in this dating scandal.

Representatives explained that Goo Hara is an outgoing person and have a lots of friends both male and female. They also added that Chansung and Yong Hwa are just one of the closest friend Hara have. They also added, Hara is very close to Chansung to play casual jokes and have the "sister and brother relationship" which can be misinterpreted by fans as "dating".

Airing on April 21, Jung Yonghwa will appear on KBS "Happy Together 3" and he clarified his scandal involving Goo Hara.

Jung Yong Hwa was asked about this scandal and he explained "I got close with her through a variety program. The picture was taken when we hadn’t seen each other for a long time, so we felt really glad to see each other and fooled around a bit.Hara just lightly hit my chest, and someone happened to take a screenshot right at that second, which somehow blew up into full press reports."

Well that explains it. Hope some netizens don't jump into conclusion right away just because of some few pictures!

Source: Sports Chosun + Newsen via Nate

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Most Popular Celebrities for the 1st Quarter of 2011

Korea's marketing and research survey institute conducted a survey of popular South Korean entertainers from March 25th to March 31st in 5 popular cities, Seoul, Busan, Daegu, Gwangju, and Daejeon. A total of 1321 men and women from ages 13 to 65 took part in the survey.

SINGERS DIVISION

Top 10 Male Singers:
1. Lee Seung Gi 14.3%
2. Big Bang 12.9% ★
3. 2PM 10.9%
4. Kim Gun Mo 7.3%
5. Yoon Do Hyun 7.3%
6. 2AM 7.0%
7. Kim Bum Soo 6.1%
8. Jung Yeob 6.0%
9. Beast 5.5%
10. Rain 5.3%

Top 10 Female Singers:
1. SNSD 22.5%
2. IU 21.4%
3. Baek Ji Young 13.3%
4. Lee So Ra 8.3%
5. 2NE1 7.9%
6. Lee Eun Mi 7.7%
7. Baek Jung Hyun 7.1%
8. KARA 6.0%
9. Lee Hyo Ri 5.9%
10. Jang Yoon Jung 4.8%

ACTORS DIVISION
Top 10 Actors:
1. Hyun Bin 30.6%
2. Won Bin 20.6%
3. Jang Dong Gun 14.0%
4. Kang Dong Won 8.2%
5. So Ji Sub 6.9%
6. Jung Woo Sung 5.9%
7. Jang Hyuk 4.8%
8. Lee Seung Gi 4.7%
9. Lee Byung Hyun 4.5%
10. Chun Jung Myun 3.9%

Top 10 Actresses:
1. Kim Tae-hee 18.6%
2. Ha Ji Won 11.7%
3. Shin Min Ah 11.1%
4. Lee Min Jung 10.4%
5. Song Hye Kyo 8.3%
6. Kim Hye Su 6.6%
7. Han Ye Seul 6.1%
8. Kim Hee-ae 5.1%
9. Go So Yeong 4.8%
10. So Ye Jin 4.2%

COMEDIANS DIVISION
Top 10 Male Comedians:
1. Yoo Jae Suk 40.0%
2. Lee Soo Geun 27.7%
3. Kang Ho Dong 27.6%
4. Kim Byung Man 17.6%
5. Park Myung Soo 5.5%
6. Lee Kyung Kyu 4.4%
7. Yoo Se Yun 3.6%
8. Park Yeong Jin 3.0%
9. Jung Hyun Don 2.8%
10. Heo Kyung Hwan 2.6%

Top 10 Female Comedians:
1. Shin Bong Sun 37.5%
2. Park Mi Sun 25.3%
3. Kim Shin Young 18.4%
4. Park Ji Sun 13.7%
5. Lee Kyun Shil 6.6%
6. Jo Hye Ryun 6.6%
7. Kim Young Hee 6.1%
8. Oh Na Mi 4.8%
9. Kim Ji Sun 4.5%
10. Jung Joo Ri 3.4%






Credits: Nate
Translated by aleexnews @ omonatheydidnt

Super Junior most wanted as ambassadors for Cherry Blossom Festival

Super Junior has been selected as the idol group best suited to promote the Cherry Blossom Festival.

This result comes after music portal Bugs posted a survey, which ran from March 29th thru April 4th, and saw a total number of 6,091 respondents on its website. Super Junior garnered 43% of the votes to come in first place.

Netizens commented, “If Super Junior becomes the ambassador, more people in China will be interested in the festival,” and “If they are the ambassador, the Cherry Blossom Festival will immediately be more outstanding.”

Ranking after Super Junior is SNSD with 25% of the votes; Big Bang came in third with 24%; the fourth to sixth placings are DBSK, KARA, and 2NE1 respectively.

Source: Korea Star Daily, koreaboo

KARA overtook japanese's top female singer, dominating japanese music downloading chart

KARA's popularity in japan is amazing!

Before Girl group KARA's third single 'jet coaster love' that is scheduled to be release on 4th of april, the song 'jet coaster love' has been first released on 24th of march on various music downloading sites. Immediately after it's release, the song clinches the top of the chart at 'recochoku'- japanese biggest downloading sites for songs, as well as itunes and other various music downloading sites, causing a new sets of KARA wave.

What makes it even surprising is that kara has overtook Kana Nishino who released her song on that day as well. Kana Nishino has been known as the next Utada Hikaru, japan's top female singer. She has been known as the queen that always top various downloading sites upon her release of her songs In the online music sales(sales of songs online) and no other artistes have ever overtook her high sales. Kana Nishino is the artiste that earned the most revenue from online music sales, proving that she has this amazing poplularity in online music downloading charts.

KARA's announcement of the fact that all the sales of the single 'jet coaster love' will go to the japanese victims as well as Hara's donation of 100 million wons have gained positive reactions from the japanese citizens.

On the other hand, Park Gyuri has recently returned to the hosting of shimshimtapa radio show with super junior's ShinDong and Goo Hara will be participating in the new drama 'city hunters'. The return of other three members, SeungYeon,Nicole and jiyoung are very much anticipated.

Translated by: dreamgal_91/caly@karaholic
taken from: soul, KLC, kpoppark.