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Another photo was shared by Baekho through his me2day account.

After SChool's Kahi shared a new photo through her Twitter account.

On January 24th, Kahi wrote "We got a gold medal because of our fans and Infinite's fans worked hard in cheering right?^^ thank you~!! with Sungjong~ arigato~ " and attached her picture with Sungjong.


Kahi seems so happy and proud to have a gold medal and thanked both of their fans and Infinite's fans for cheering for them.




Source: Kahi's Twitter
Written by: angelclowie18@dkpopnews.net

Infinite's L shared a new selca through his Twitter account.

Singer G.NA recently revealed an adorable childhood photo of herself.

On January 24th, G.NA tweeted, "Lookin through my photo albums at home made me laugh out loud for hours HAHAaiya~~ I burst out laughing when I saw an old picture of myself. Who's who?", along with the photo above.

In the photo, the sexy singer looks innocent while spending peaceful time with 3 childhood friends in the middle of a grassfield. The four of them can be seen posing affectionately having their arms on each other's shoulders.

Curious netizens asked, "So cute!! Which one is you?", "Are you the one on the left?" and "Please tell me which one is you?"

Which one do you think is G.NA?

Girl group After School, who released their latest Japanese single "Rambling Girls", revealed behind-the-scene footage full of eye candy from the backstage, making and photoshoot of their latest music video.

Check out the video below:

6 member idol group 'TEEN TOP' has emerged as the new athletic idols
With the 2010 Chuseok special as the start, at the 4th MBC 'Idol Star Athletics Swimming Competition (ISASC) TEEN TOP swept both 1st and 2nd positions at the men's high jump event, attracting the attention of the fans.
Before the start of the competition, Ricky (real name Yoo Changhyun, 16) was one of the likely candidates to win the high jump event. From before Ricky has displayed outstanding athletic skills, hence he was able to reach the finals. Although it had seemed like Ricky was going to win the high jump event but in this competition, he had to give the winning spot to team member Niel who has risen as an 'athletic idol'
After ISASC, Donga.com sat down with TEEN TOP and carried out an idol group like interview revealing their after thoughts.
"A lot of people have expected me to win 1st place so it was a pity that I couldn't. I was one of the likely winning candidates at the high jump event, but I lost to Niel hyung. Even I really thought that I was going to win 1st place… After the competition ended, because of my competitive streak I couldn't calm myself down but I'm feeling better now. Next time when we have to do high jump again, I can lose to anyone else but I definitely must Niel hyung. Still I'm very happy that TEEN TOP was able to win both 1st and 2nd places." (Ricky)
"I'm really happy that I won. Andy hyung who is from the same company as us, said that he would grant us a wish if we came in top 2 in any event. Although a win is very important, I'm looking forward to the wish more. Through this competition it was the first time I've seen the TEEN TOP members so happy. I really want to see our even happier faces when we win 1st place on music programmes. (Niel)"
Chunji and Changjo shared "We didn't practise specifically for it but as all our members like sports originally, we thought that maybe if we tried hard enough we'll achieve good results. Ricky has always had good jump power so we were really looking forward to the high jump event.
Although we made finals for swimming and sprints, it was a pity that we were not within the ranks"
Andy promised the members that he would grant them a wish if they achieved outstanding results at high jump; the members all wished for massages on a regular basis. Seemingly unmatching for their young age, the reason why they wanted massages was because they liked it.
On the other hand, TEEN TOP has been carrying out exciting activities for their title track 'Crazy' from their 2nd mini album which was released on the 5th.
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Translations by: oursupaluv
Source: Sports Donga

4minute Kwon Sohyun reveals that she wants to appear on 'WGM' with TEEN TOP's L.Joe.

In the MBC Lunar New Year Special 'The 4^th Idol Star Athletics Swimming Competition' that was broadcasted on 24^th January; Kwon Sohyun had an interview with MC Lee Teuk before the 50m Sprint Preliminary event.
Lee Teuk asked Kwon Sohyun "Although you're underage you've said that you wanted to appear on 'We Got Married'; Kwon Sohyun said "I want to appear on it but they said that because I'm underage I can't'
Following which Lee Teuk asked "Is there any idol here that you want to appear on WGM with?" Kwon Sohyun responded, "There may be" and then she replied truthfully "TEEN TOP L.Joe oppa whom I filmed the MV with?"

Translations by: oursupaluv
Source: newsen

Girl's Day Yura grabbed the win at the "Idol Alkkagi Championship."

In the show 'Idol Star Alkkagi Championship,' which was aired on the 22th, a total of 26 teams of idols participated to play competitive alkkagi matches.

Today in the show, idols started to take their matches seriously from the preliminary rounds, and in the end Girl's Day's Yura and Teen Top's Niel made it to the finals. Niel was called "Messi of the Alkkagi World" for the superior skills he showed in the early matches, so the audience predicted that Niel would win.

But Yura, contrary to people's expectations, got to show off her hidden alkkagi skills and beat Niel into a cocked hat. With the score of 9 to 0, Yura won the match to conclude the championship.

Niel said after losing the match, showing disappointment, "I guess I spent too much energy on the previous matches," and Yura shared her impression on her win, "I didn't expect to win the 1st place, but I'm so happy with the win. I'll practice my alkkagi skills more in the future. I'd like to credit this glory to the CEO of our agency."

Meanwhile, netizens expressed various reaction about Yura who won the championship saying: "She sure is good at it," "Niel must have been puzzled," "Her alkkagi skills are no joke," and so on.

Source: naver
Translated by Senavix

The group Girl's Day's Sojin revealed her deep inner thoughts.

In the show KBS 'Crown Princess Project – Revival of the Royal Family,' which aired on January 23rd, Girl's Day Sojin revealed her deep thoughts and drew viewers' attention.

In the show, the Ah-Na-So team members, IU, Narsha from Brown Eyed Girls and Sojin from Girl's Day, were asked to answer these three questions; 'the most highest hill,' 'the deepest thing,' 'favorite flower,' which were the actual questions that Yeongjo of Joseon asked to handpick his crown princess.

For those questions, Sojin answered, saying that parents are the most highest hill, "Their wisdom and love is the most highest hill that one is unable to get over." As to answer the question 'the deepest thing,' she explained, "I think it's a scar. Once a scar is made, it really cannot be healed, so you should be careful not to hurt anyone."

And then she answered 'small-flowered chrysanthemum' for the question 'favorite flower,' revealing her deep inner thought, "It's small and the most common flower you can see in Autumn, but it's the most remembered flower when Autumn comes.

Meanwhile in this show, IU, who answered 'barley hump', that Empress Jung-soon also answered back then for the question 'the most highest hill,' was handpicked to become the crown princess.

Source: naver
Translated by Senavix@girlsdaydaily

Super Junior's member Choi Siwon has kept his promise and kissed two lucky ELFs from London.

On January 24th, Siwon tweeted, "Wow they found me. i kissed on they hand. kept promise! lovely day. have fun beautiful world. always amazing!", and uploaded the photo above.

Just recently, Siwon held a "Hide and Seek" game with his fans on Twitter. He said, "I'm at the Incheon airport now. Going somewhere. Let you guess — it's going to be fun" and "Ate too much. Beautiful street. I can feel the splendor here, it's a lovely place. I'm going to Let u guess where I am."

Earlier today, he tweeted an amazing prize saying, "I will kiss you, if you catch me", hyping all the ELFs from London, England.

Are you jealous with those two lucky fans?

Singer IU, who will be holding her debut showcase in Japan today, has released the concept photos for her first Japanese album, "I □ U".

In the photos, the Hallyu sweetheart is showing off her innocent beauty with her long hair laid out straight. Shedding off her adorable charms for a more mature and lady-like concept, IU definitely radiates and shines with her never-ending beauty.

Meanwhile, IU will be making her official debut by holding a showcase event "IU Japan Premium Special Live". She will be the youngest Korean singer to hold an event at the Bunkamura Orchard Hall in Shibuya, Tokyo.

After her showcase, IU will be releasing her debut single in Japan in early February.


Credit: weheartiu

KARA's fifth Japanese single "Winter Magic", which was released in October 2011, has been chosen as the most romantic winter song in Japan.

Recochoku's website recently held a poll titled, "Romantic Winter Love Songs to Share with Your Lover 2012", and "Winter Magic", which sings about sharing honest feelings with the loved one, ranked #1 on the poll.

According to Recochoku, the rank is largely due to the number of teenage girls voting for the song. A 13-year-old girl commented, "The lyrics of this song touches my heart. If I were to share my feelings with the person I like, this is the go-to song."

Meanwhile, following up at second spot is EXILE's 38th single, "To You" for the "Romantic Winter Love Songs to Share with Your Lover 2012". The ranking is based on the poll which was held on Recochoku website from December 21 to December 28.

Sexy singer G.NA's face is getting chubby?

On January 24th, G.NA updated her Twitter with message, "Yepppp my face is gettin plumpppp lol", and uploaded the selca above.

In the photo, the sexy diva is smiling brightly like a goddess, while giving off her adorable and playful charms. G.NA flaunts on her goofy poses, demonstrating her chubby cheeks, if you agree.

After School's Kahi and INFINITE member Sung Jong revealed a selca together, showing off their friendship.

On January 24th, Kahi updated her Twitter with the message, "Received a gold medal because of or fans and infinite fans cheering for us right?^^ thank you~~!! Little Sungjong~ thank you~ keke", and attached the photo above.

In the photo, the two idols create a warm atmosphere as they flaunt their bright faces together. Sung Jong can be seen posing 'V-sign' while giving off an innocent smile, while Kahi boasts her medal, looking adorable on her bright eye smiles.

Meanwhile, After School and INFINITE alongside many idols will be participating for the MBC's Korean New Year special feature "Idol Star Athletics and Swimming Championships" which will be broadcasted on February 5 and 6.

Rookie girl group CHI-CHI is gearing up for their advancement, following the trend of debuting in Japan.

Trophy Entertainment, CHI-CHI's agency, has signed a contract with the Japanese management agency, Promenade. Upon signing, the rookie group will be releasing a digital single, which is slated for release on April.

Originally comprised of seven members, CHI-CHI will make their debut as five members including Sui, Semi, A-zi, Boreum and Shine. The group is planning on holding a series of showcase title, "Shibuya CHI-CHI Festival" at Tower Record's "Stage One" every month starting January 26th.

The agency stated, "CHI-CHI will start its promotions in Japan by appearing on various TV and radio shows. We have systematically set up the group's activities and we plan on showcasing CHI-CHI as a group that is different from the other idols."

Source: enewsworld

f(x) member Luna, who is giving her very best for her drama debut in TV Chosun's "Saving Ahjumma Goo Bong Sil", has received recognition as an talented actress.

On the January 21st episode of the drama, Luna played the role of a college student and Go Bong Sil's immature daughter. The idol actress proved her talent and showed off her acting skills like professional, earning praises of staffs and the viewers.

In this episode, the youngest daughter In Young finds out her mother went up to Itaewon and is living a new life there. In Young meets her mother and explodes into tears in her mother's arms, sad about her leaving the family.

After the broadcast, viewers commented, "You act way better than I thought", "You're good at acting for an idol" and "You made me cry".



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As previously reported, SECRET's member Sunhwa and actor Park Hwi-Sun collaborated as a couple for the MBC's Lunar New Year special, "Pit-a-Pat Shake".

The couple impressed everyone as they put up an energetic and comical mini kitchen musical. Sunhwa and Park Hwi-Sun also delivered some powerful dancing, chopping and drumming.

Watch the performance below:

Aside from Sungmin and Hyorin, the couple of After School's Lizzy and MBLAQ's member Lee Joon delivered their amazing performance for the MBC's Lunar New Year special "Pit-a-Pat Shake".

The couple delivered an exciting and dramatic acrobatic dance routine, showing off their fantastic strength, control and grace.

Super Junior member Sungmin and SISTAR's lead vocal Hyorin impressed fans with their mini musical performance for MBC's Lunar New Year special, "Pit-a-Pat Shake".

The two idols received much praises for their refreshing twist of a Korean opera classic. Watch the video below.

This 2012, Solo artists will be leading the Hallyu wave in Japan. These solo artists are IU, Kim Hyun Joong and Lee Sung Gi.

SNSD and KARA embarked the most successful debut in Japan last year and last year it was a total girl group invasion in Japan. However, it will be different this year as the Hallyu wave will be bringing a different genre of kpop artists.

Japan is already excited for IU's Japan debut. IU recently had a fan meeting in Japan where she performed and met with her Japanese fans on stage for the first time. After her successful album releases in Korea, Looks like things are heating up for IU's debut in Japan. Japan has been very curious on the solo singer as she shows off a different vibe. She's young and fresh and she also has impeccable vocal skills, clearly Japan has set high expectations for her.

IU will be releasing a Japan version of her hit song "Good Day" and this will be her first step for her full fledged promotions in Japan this 2012.



Last year, Kim Hyun Joong released his first solo albums "breakdown" and "LuckY" which exceeded over 100,000 album sales and earning him the title of a top selling solo artist and on the 25th of January, he will official release his first single in Japan.

Kim Hyun Joong has been a hallyu star since his activities with SS501, especially for his drama "Boys over flowers" which was a hit all over Asia. His debut single "Kiss Kiss" was ranked first on a mobile chart on Japan and with his charms and music, Japan is also pretty hyped up for Kim Hyun Joong.

He will be embarking on his debut single promotions this end of the month as he is expected to perform on Music Station on the 27th of January.



The Nation's brother Lee Seung Gi has also proved his popularity all over Asia. On the 21st Seoul Music Awards, the solo singer was awarded a bonsang and this coming March, Lee Seung Gi will be flying to Japan to kick start his Japan debut as well.

Lee Seung Gi recently had his year end concert and fans not only from Korea preached the solo singer for his vocal abilities and stage performance. Veteran singers from Japan also praised him and showed their support for Lee Seung Gi's upcoming Japan debut.


With the previous years being dominated by boy and girl groups as the leaders of the Hallyu wave in Japan, this year will be different as the hallyu wave will showcase it's solo singers. With their upcoming Japan debut, hopefully their Japan advancement will also be a success

Source: Nate news