[17/11] Are most of the audiences of Kim Hyun-joong's special Youtube version drama [Playful Kiss] females?

Credits to www.egn.kr + (English translation) ss501ode.blogspot.com



Along with the largest online video-sharing platform Youtube and production company Group Eight, the special youtube edition of [Playful Kiss] that's aired through (www.youtube.com/ytkiss) has already recorded a total of 8 million upload views altogether.

This special youtube edition of [Playful Kiss] began its first episode airing on 2nd November (Tuesday) with "The morning on our after-wed day" and lasted till the finale on 16th November with "Happy birthday!"; with a total of these 7 webisodes and 6 episodes of [Seung-jo's Diary], the combination of this spin-off version of [Playful Kiss] has thus been receiving high amount of attention from worldwide at a total of 8.4 million uploaded views in all.

As of now, the 1st episode of this youtube version of [Playful Kiss] remains to be the No.1 amongst the Entertainment category of November, whilst its 4th, 5th, 6th episode remains as the 1st, 2nd and 3rd most watched and popular videos in the Entertainment category of this week.

According to the information shared by its Youtube account, for now, the most number of users (audiences) recorded watching comes from domestically (Korea), but despite so, it still attracts much attention from users all over the world. Right after Korean audiences came Singapore and Hongkong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, Japan etc, following one after another, which just proves the high popularity in different regions of Asia. Not just that, in places like Egypt, Mauritius, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and the various central regions of these countries also showed the presence of audiences, which just goes to reaffirm the importance of such a global platform like Youtube. Also, number of comments left on the Youtube channel of this special edition have reached about 20K which are left in various languages like English, Mandarin, Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai, Spanish, French etc etc.

In addition, it has also been revealed that people ranging from 13 years of age to 65 years of age are tuning in to this, and in particular, the most number of audiences come from people aged 13-17, after which, 45-54 years of age - whose popularity amongst such a wide age range could be reiterated. As for the gender differences, a landsliding 91% of audiences come from females.



The special Youtube edition could receive this much of popularity is also due to great help coming from the translation of subtitles in many diverse languages. The Youtube edition channel contacted "Viikii.net" to provide different subtitling service of each individual's preferred language; of course to which such a caring service could thus continuously attract the support of fans. Choices for the subtitles come in a wide variety like Korean, English, Mandarin, Japanese, Spanish etc.

CEO of Group Eight Song Byung-jun has revealed, "For the fact that our special edition are also watched in very unfamiliar countries to us like Africa, middle-east and in Europe continents, we could thus assert that our domestic video contents have maximized its stand in overseas", "The reason why our Youtube special edition could achieve such soaring popularity is due to the high amount of worldwide interest for our actual TV version of [Playful Kiss] which has already been pre-sold to 11 foreign countries, that is why it has introduced this big and positive influence over our Youtube edition".

"This has been a wonderful opportunity where a single platform has been fully utilized across 24 countries in the world", "The success of this special edition has marked itself into the first ever meaningful step we have taken into attempts at introducing our Republic Korea's outstanding video contents to the world through Youtube. It'll be really lovely if future producers would create more opportunities to make positive usage of Youtube channels", as was also revealed by Lee Won-jin - the managing director of Google Asia and CEO of Google Korea.

7 webisodes of [Playful Kiss Special Edition] and 6 episodes of [Seung-jo's Diary] have already been uploaded through its channel (www.youtube.com/user/ytkiss), while NG cuts and Making Coverages are also slated to be uploaded, soon.
 

[16/11] Kim HyunJoong-brand Asian Games Theme Song, More Popular in Overseas

Credits to silk781220@sportschosun.com + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com



Kim HyunJoong-brand 2010 GuangZhou Asian Game theme song is popular.

Kim HyunJoong sang passionately the theme song ‘Sunshine Again’ at the 16th 2010 GuangZhou Asian Games opening ceremony on 12-Nov. This performance was broadcasted live throughout the world through satellite channels, and immediately afterwhich it generated huge responses overseas.

Fans were singing praises of him such as ‘It was impressive for him to sing in mandarin’ ‘He was really shinning brightly. His mandarin pronunciation is very good’. In addition, ‘Kim HyunJoong and Shinshine Again’ was listed as related words (i.e highly searched) in China portal site Baidu, and large numbers of relative videos being uploaded on youtube, etc, gaining popularity.

On 8-Nov, Kim HyunJoong won a China International Online popularity poll ‘2010 Hot Entertainer’ where he got number 1 with 181,151 votes, beating Park YooChun with 56,331 votes, showing his unchanging popularity.
 

[16/11] Kim KyuJong Heo YoungSaeng Fan Meeting, Sold Out in 10 Minutes...

Credits to nocutnews.co.kr (omj@cbs.co.kr) + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com



Group SS501 members Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng’s fan meeting ‘KyuJong & YoungSaeng AND Story in Seoul’ received enthusiastic response from fans.

Agency B2M Entertainment said on 16-Nov “The tickets for the 2,000 audience Seoul fan meeting to be held on 4-Dec in GyeDang Hall, SangMyeong University, was released on Thursday last week and was sold out after 10 minutes, so we added 1 more session on the same day. However, the pre-sale for this which started on 15-Nov was also sold-out after 10 minutes after it started.

Agency said “This is the very first time they are meeting with fans after moving over to a new agency. We were taken aback by the enthusiastic response as this is the first time they are standing on stage performing together with just two of them and not with all members of SS501. Through this event, two of them will show a side of them which was never seen before in the past.”
 

[16/11] SS501 Kim Hyung-joon visits Park Jung-min on MV set

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr



SS501 member Kim Hyung-joon paid a surprise visit to the set of fellow bandmate Park Jung-min's music video shoot yesterday, according to Park's agency CNR Media on Tuesday.

"Kim surprised Park by visiting the set with his hands full of food after hearing from his manager that Park's producer said he was filming the video," explained an official with CNR through a press release.

Park and Kim both debuted through their five-member boy band in 2005 but found new nests after their contract with DPS Media expired in June this year; Kim with S-Plus Entertainment, Kim Hyun-joong with KEYEAST and Kim Kyu-jong and Heo Young-saeng with B2M Entertainment.

While the five have started to pursue individual careers, not only in singing but also acting, all five singers have assured fans that SS501 will not disband.

Most recently, Park has been busy preparing for his solo music career in Korea which kicks off with the release of his album on November 25.

Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[16/11 ]SS501 Kim Hyung Joon visits Park Jung Min on his MV filming and brings pizza!

Credits to star.mt.co.kr + Blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net



Fellow member of SS501 Kim Hyung Joon visited Park Jung Min while he was filming for his music video, Kim Hyung Joon shows their strong friendship as he visited his fellow member while he prepares for his solo debut.

On the 15th of November, Park Jung Min was in Gyeonggido to film for his music video in a studio. Kim Hyung Joon visited him on the set surprising the set with his unannounced visit. He cheered on Park Jung Min and spent the rest of his time watching Park Jung Min.

Park Jung Min's agency, CNR media said, "Kim Hyung Joon heard about Jung Min filming for a music video so he made a surprise visit to the set. He showed their strong friendship among members and was cheering on Park Jung Min and even brought food."

Meanwhile, Park Jung Min is set to have his solo debut and solo mini album on the 25th of November.

- Posted using BlogPress from Yen's iPhone

[15/11] Kim Hyun-joong sings at Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr




Korean singer and actor Kim Hyun-joong took to the stage of the opening ceremony of the Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games on Friday alongside several international artists.

A press release from his agency KEYEAST announced Monday that Kim sang the theme song "Sunshine Again" for the Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games alongside Chinese singers Wei Wei and Tan Jing, Taiwanese singer David Tao and Hong Kong Cantopop singer Joey Yung.

The singers sang in front of about 10,000 people during the ceremony and the performance was broadcast live to numerous countries worldwide.

The Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games, hosted by the Olympic Council of Asia, is a multi-sports event where athletes from 45 countries in Asia are invited to compete at.

Kim made his debut as the leader of the popular boy band SS501 in 2005. He became a household name in Korea and throughout Asia after his role in the 2009 hit series "Boys Over Flowers."

He recently starred in the MBC drama "Naughty Kiss" alongside actress Jung So-min, which is the Korean small screen adaptation of the Japanese comic "Itazura na Kiss."

Reporter : Lucia Hong luciahong@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[15/11] SS501 Park Jung-min reveals concept of upcoming album

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr



SS501 member Park Jung-min revealed his concept for his upcoming solo album today.

Recent photographs of the 23-year-old singer were unveiled on his official website, showing Park dressed in black from head to toe and styling short hair in accordance to the theme of his single album which will be released on November 25.

"The concept for his new album is sleek, manly and chic. In the past he fit the idol image but will now portray a more mature idol look," an official from his agency CNR Media was quoted as saying, adding that Park lost 12 kilograms to take on the new look.

His agency also added that tickets for his upcoming fan meeting and showcase, to be held next Saturday, have sold out.

Making his debut as part of the popular boy band SS501 in 2005, Park has also appeared in various television shows as well as starring in the musical "Grease."

Reporter : Lucia Hong luciahong@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[15/11] Kim Hyung-joon says turned down Park Jung-min acting advice

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr



SS501 member Kim Hyung-joon has said he turned down Park Jung-min's offer to teach him acting.

The remark came during a press conference for Kim's musical "Cafe In" on Monday while responding to a reporter's question on how the members of his five-member boy band reacted when he was cast for the musical.

After commenting that "everyone was surprised," Kim explained, "Park offered to teach me to act but I didn't respond once and then I politely turned him down the next time he asked."

While "Cafe In" will be Kim's musical debut -- he has only led a singing career since debuting as a member of popular boy band SS501 in 2005 while fellow bandmate Park has appeared in several musicals and a single-episode drama.

Kim added, "They all congratulated me wholeheartedly and promised to come watch me perform. I'm happy that I have something to show off to them about."

The 23-year-old singer will play the double role of sommelier Jimin and Jung-min in the musical, a love story about a sommelier and a barista whose ex-lovers get married as soon as they break up with them, produced by actor Kang Ji-hwan.

The show will run in Korea at the Baekam Art Hall from November 24 to January 23.

Reporter : Lee Eun-ji ghdpssk@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[15/11] SS501 Park JungMin Attracts Attention Losing 12kg Prior to Comeback on 25-Nov

Credits to Starnews + SS601.com + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com



Group SS501 Park JungMin showed a sleek image losing 12kg prior to his comeback.

On 25-Nov, Park JungMin, who will be the first of SS501 members to release a solo album, has released his first single album concept recently, attracting attention with his changed image.
In the photos, Park JungMin has a black-dyed short hairstyle, which goes in line with his black clothes, he has an even more chic attractiveness with a much lighter body as compared to before.

Park JungMin’s agency CNR Media said “The concept for this is chic image of sleek and manly. Embossing on the idol image before, now he is a little more manlier matured idol. In order to fit with this concept, he lost 12kg and works very hard to show a definite changed image.

Park JungMin will hold a fan meeting on 27-Nov and starts his solo activities. This mini album is currently still in discussions with composer Shinsadong Tiger and in midst of recording.
 

[15/11] SS501’s Kim Hyung Joon chats about his debut as a musical actor

Credits to Osen + as tagged in the photos + VITALWARNING@allkpop



Do not panic! Breathe! This is a shot of SS501′s Kim Hyung Joon kissing his co-star for his debut musical role in “Cafe In“.

On November 15th, Kim Hyung Joon attended the press conference for “Cafe In” (held by DH Entertainment), where he expressed his thoughts on his upcoming debut as a musical actor. “I get nervous thinking about having to sing and act at the same time. However, I always tend to have fun when I’m on stage. It’s a new experience.”

When asked about his fellow members’ reactions to his casting, the singer replied, “They were all shocked. I could’ve showed a good image through my music, but when I told them about this good opportunity to act in a musical, Jung Min asked if I had any thoughts of learning from him. I ‘politely’ declined his offer and said I didn’t need his help. They all gave me their support. They’re genuinely happy for me. That’s why I’m happy.”

During the conference, the reporter asked to point out something that makes him stand out from the rest of the popular idols. Kim Hyung Joon laughed and joked, “There’s so much…”, but went on to add, “I’m bright and think positively for everything. I think that’s a strong point. It’s my first time doing a musical, but still I accepted it in a positive light, so I think it suits me well. I’m someone with a strong mindset and great endurance.”

Kim Hyung Joon also added that he’s cheerful even when the director tells him off. “I have fun even when I get told off by him. From an actor’s point of view, they’re happy even when they’re yelled at.”

The singer revealed that he has been practicing 7-8 hours a day in order to shake off his idol image on stage, and successfully deliver a performance of a great musical actor.

‘Cafe In’ will begin performances from November 24th until January 23rd of 2011.
 

[15/11] SS501’s Park Jung Min reveals more solo album concept photos

Credits to Newsen + xvntbk@allkpop



SS501 Park Jung Min’s concept for his first solo album has been revealed.

His entertainment agency, CNRMedia, officially revealed his solo concept on their homepage.

In the photos, Park Jung Min is seen sporting both a stylish haircut and clothing.

A representative of his company stated, “He lost weight in order to show a more sharp and manly image.” He lost approximately 12kg.

Park Jung Min’s first solo album will be released on November 25th.

[12/11] Hallyu Star Kim Hyun Joong sang Guangzhou AG Asia Representative Official Themesong

Credits to Asiae.co.kr + (English translation) Wonderrrgirl @ lovekimhyunjoong.com




Hallyu Star Kim Hyun Joong represents Korea at China Guangzhou Asia Game Opening Ceremony and sang the official themesong.

On the 12th, at 9PM, Kim Hyun Joong represented at the 2010 Guangzhou Asia Games Opening Ceremony with 4 other singers representing Greater China to sing the Asian Games Official themesong "Sunshine Again" passionately.

Today, before the climax of the opening ceremony's touch ignition, Kim Hyun Joong appeared on stage with Wei Wei (China), Tan Jing (China), Rong Zuer/Joey Yung (Hong Kong), Tao Ze/David tao (Taiwan), who are the 4 representatives of the Greater China, together they add to the splendid and perfect harmony and make known to the world about the Asian unity.

This has allowed Kim Hyun Joong to be known and recognised by the viewers as the position of Asia's greatest star indefinitely. Especially for Kim Hyun Joong's outstanding appearance and singing, which has gathered the attention of viewers from all over the world.

Especially Kim Hyun Joong singing at the Opening Ceremony, where through the broadcast, it has led viewers to react, saying "Kim Hyun Joong is so amazing singing up there", "His singing in Mandarin unexpectedly suits him" , "Seeing Kim Hyun Joong appearing there, I feel proud of him" etc, such reactions are stirring up hotly on the discussion boards.

--- omitted. Basically about the use of the water stage for the first time -----

[12/11] SS501 Park Jung-min to appear on Japanese talk show

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr



SS501 member Park Jung-min flew into Japan on Tuesday to make a guest appearance on a Japanese talk show.

His agency CNR Media announced in a press release on Friday that Park, the first Korean singer to be on the show, will appear on Japan's Nippon TV's popular talk show titled "Odoru Sanma Goten" hosted by famed comedian Sanma Akashiya, which will air on November 23.

"Odoru Sanma Goten," in which Sanma Akashiya plays an owner of a fishery, invites 12 celebrities to talk about their personal lives.

"Even though Park had a hard time understanding the strong dialect of host Sanma Akashiya, he was able to finish recording the show as well as receive praise from the producers," an official from CNR was quoted as saying.

Park made his debut as part of the popular boy band SS051 in 2005. Outside of his group activities, he appeared in various television shows as well as starring in the musical "Grease."

He is currently putting the finishing touches on his solo album and preparing for his upcoming fan meeting and showcase.

Reporter : Lucia Hong luciahong@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[11/11] Actor Kim Hyun-joong wins best dresser award in Japan

Credits to 10.asiae.co.kr



Actor and singer Kim Hyun-joong has won an award for best dresser in Japan, according to his agency KEYEAST on Thursday.

KEYEAST said through a press release that Sky Perfect TV handed Kim the award at the 2010 Skapa Awards held in Tokyo on Wednesday.

Sky Perfect TV, Japan’s largest satellite broadcaster, every year awards the best shows and artists among 10 popular TV genres that cover movie, animation, music, overseas drama, Hallyu (Korean Wave), entertainment show, sports, documentary and news.

Kim has been a popular name in Japan and throughout Asia since starring in smash hit Korean drama “Boys Over Flowers (2009).” His latest series “Naughty Kiss (2010)” will go on air in Japan starting December.

Kim, also a member of boy band SS501, has been invited to the opening ceremony of the 16th Guangzhou Asian Games scheduled for November 12, where he will be singing the theme song for games with his Chinese counterparts.

Reporter : Heidi Kim heidikim@
Editor : Jessica Kim jesskim@
ⓒ10Asia All rights reserved

[12/11] SS501 Kim KyuJong, Heo YoungSaeng Fan Meeting Tickets Sold Out After 10 Minutes From Opening

Credits tocox109@newsen.com + SS601.com + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com



SS501 Kim KyuJong, Heo YoungSaeng's pre-sale of fan meeting tickets were sold out after just 10 minutes.

Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng will hold a fan meeting, their very first schedule after moving over to a new agency, on 4-Dec, 7pm at GyeDang Hall, SungMyeong University, HongJi-dong, Seoul.

This pre-sale of fan meeting tickets started at 6pm on 11-Nov and was sold-out after just 10 minutes. It shows how huge the fans anticipation for Kim KyuJong, Heo YoungSaeng and SS501 are. This is also an instance showing once again their undying popularity.

With regards to the fast sold-out (of tickets), their agency is considering to add one more session of fan meeting.

Before the 2 of them go on with their solo activities, they will hold this mini concert to meet with their fans. They will also release videos of their holiday trip when they were on hiatus, everyday life, etc.

Besides Korea, Kim KyuJong and Heo YoungSaeng is planning to hold fan meeting in Asia regions such as Thailand, HongKong, Singapore and Japan.
 

[11/11] Kim Hyun Joong talks about the impact of Youtube on the Hallyu wave for CNN

Credits to Casper@allkpop



Earlier this week, we revealed that reporter Anna Coren from CNN’s Talk Asia program would be doing a feature series on Korea due to the country’s hosting of the G20 Seoul Summit this week.

An interview was conducted with actor Kim Hyun Joong, who is the male lead for the international-hit drama, “Playful Kiss“. Since “Playful Kiss” is currently releasing special web episodes through Youtube as a response to the high demand from fans, Kim Hyun Joong discussed the significance of Youtube in spreading awareness about Korean culture.

Here's the full cut from CNN.

Credits to Yes + azi767




- Posted using BlogPress from Yen's iPhone

[10/11] Park Jung Min already has the "idol look" even as a child

We've seen kiddie photos of wuri boys already but I haven't seen this grad pic. Jung Min's eyebrows are already nice like that since young, huh? Doesn't he look like JoKwon on the third photo?

Credits to news.nate.com + star.mt.co.kr + (Chinese translation) 星儿 @ www.parkjungmin.com.cn + (English translation) PlanetHyun.blogspot.com

SS501 Park JungMin, 'Already has star look when young?'

Group SS501 member Park Jung Min adorable childhood photo big reveal.

On Starnews 10 November, Park Jung Min exclusively released his childhood and kindergarten period photograph, and also stories during his childhood.

In the photographs that he revealed, Park Jung Min and friends' youngish look and expression were totally different from now, but the smile on his face still remained.


'Already has the star look during childhood?' Kindergarten graduation.

"Kindergarten graduation photo, don't know why don't look very satisfied on this day,
looked back now it looked very comical, the look with a chubby face,
was the look similar to the current face?"


'Can you see that little kid that was making a bitter smile?' School play (Concert) photograph.

"Photograph taken after the school play (concert) had completed. Haha.
Maybe starting from then on I had the habit of bitter smile.
Seemed like he was a quite popular and obedient student."


"Took a close photo together with class teacher during the elementary school period"

"Last time when I was young, I specially liked to take photo.
This photo was taken together with my elementary school class teacher and friends."

[11/09] SS501 Park JungMin, Countdown to Solo Comeback, Jacket Filming Released

Credits to leeuh@newsen.com + SS601.com + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.com




Photos of SS501 Park JungMin's solo album jacket filming scene was released.

Producer Shinsadong Tiger recently left a message through his own twitter together with 3 photos, 'SS501 Park JungMin (album) jacket filming scene. Refreshingly changed Park JungMin'. In the photos, Park JungMin was seen among the staffs.

Agency CNR Media representative expressed his own thoughts, 'We had the (album) jacket filming on 7-Nov. This is still not the time to release the photos at the filming scene yet. Though a lot of you are curious about it, please wait for it. He will be able to meet with you again with a great image.'

Concurrently finishing up the album production, Park JungMin is preparing for music video filming on 14, 15 Nov. Park JungMin will have a showcase-style mini concert & fan meeting on 27-Nov.
 

[09/11] Shinsadong Tiger reveals photo of Park Jung Min’s album jacket photoshoot

Credits to Osen + vitalsign@allkpop



With SS501 Park Jung Min’s solo album due for release on November 25th, composer Shinsadong Tiger teased his comeback through a snapshot taken from his album jacket photoshoot.

Shinsadong Tiger, one of the composers behind Park Jung Min’s album, tweeted, “The scene of SS501 Park Jung Min’s jacket photoshoot…. He transformed very cutely.” The shoot took place on the 7th at a studio in Kangnam.

A representative of his agency, CNR Media, stated, “The photoshoot took place on the 7th, but we aren’t able to release official pictures yet. We know everyone is highly curious, but please wait a while longer. He will be returning with an improved side of himself. A lot of great pictures were taken, as one of the nation’s greatest photographers, Hong Jang Hyun, participated in the shoot.”

Park Jung Min will be starting his music video filming on the 14th, before preparing for a mini concert showcase on the 27th.

- Posted using BlogPress from Yen's iPhone

[11/08] Kim Hyun Joong, Super Junior's Lee Teuk, Choi Siwon will appear on CNN iList South Korea special episode

Credits to Nate News + (Chinese translation) Yoyo@Hyunbar + (English translation) kelemama@501wangja.multiply.com



Kim Hyun Joong, Super Junior's Lee Teuk, Choi Siwon, will appear on CNN's Korean Special episode "Hallyu Star Confirm".

Kim Hyun Joong, Super Junior's Lee Teuk, Choi Siwon will appear on CNN iList South Korea special episode.

South Korea special episode (broadcast from 6~12) Seoul trip, CNN iList new host Anna Core will meet up with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon along with Hallyu stars Super Junior and Kim Hyun Joong.

Through the broadcast at Youtube and ventured out to Asia and South America and Europe which received unexpectedly high popularity, lead actor in 'Playful Kiss' Kim Hyun Joong will share his thoughts about the filming (of Playful Kiss).

(rest omitted)