Jinwoon and Sunhwa talk about ‘idols in acting business’

2PM member Jinwoon and Secret member Sunhwa shared their opinions about idol group members in the acting business.During the press conference on Thursday for their upcoming drama “Marriage over Love,” the two were asked what they thought about idol group members working as actors.“Looking at other idol members who succeeded as actors, I get motivated to be good like them,” Jinwoon said. “I think they are changing negative perspectives of idols being actors.” “When seeing other idols in the actin

June 26, 2014

Exo’s Chanyeol selected as ‘Roommate’ narrator

Chanyeol, a member of famous boy group EXO, was selected as the 9th narrator for “Roommate.” According to SBS “Good Sunday – Roommate,” Chanyeol started recording narration on Thursday. The film crew said, “His low-pitched tone that will intoxicate women will be unveiled on June 29 in the ‘Roommate’ broadcast.”Meanwhile, Chanyeol’s artistic talents are developing in each “Roommate” episode. Also, even though he and his roommate Shin Sung-woo have a 24-year age difference, his unusual sociability

June 26, 2014

'It’s Okay. That’s Love’ film crew plagiarizes Celia Rowlson-Hall

The production company for “It’s Okay. That’s Love” admitted Thursday that the teaser for SBS’ new Wednesday-Thursday drama was plagiarized from a short film by director-choreographer Celia Rowlson-Hall. GT Entertainment said, “We are truly sorry for disappointing viewers who loved our drama and had great expectations for it.” “In order to show our ‘love’ concept, we found the perfect video that we were looking for,” the management agency said, adding “We admit that our plans were overambitious

June 26, 2014

2NE1 takes No. 2 spot on Oricon albums chart

The Japanese edition of 2NE1’s second album “Crush” has reached No. 2 on the Oricon chart.According to Oricon, Japan’s best music selling chart, 12,119 copies of “Crush” were sold on its day of release, taking it to second place in the daily album chart.This album contains of visual content that Korean version does not have. Additionally, it has the songs “Crush” “Come Back Home” “Gotta Be You” “Do You Love Me” “Happy” “Falling in Love” “I Love You” “If I Were You” “Missing You” “Come Back Home

June 26, 2014

Lee Jin-wook‘s chameleon like charming looks

Gentleman magazine released snaps from a photoshoot with actor Lee Jin-wook. Lee was pictured at a theme park in several outfits. The actor also assumes different images. In one picture he seems to appear as a sweet, romantic guy, and in other pictures he shows his macho character.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Gentleman)  

June 26, 2014

2PM Chansung and Miss A’s Fei pose as couple

2PM Chansung and Miss A’s Fei have posed as a couple for fashion and lifestyle magazine Singles. One of the pictures shows a topless Chansung and Fei wearing only a shirt. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Singles)  

June 26, 2014

EXO Chen EXO shows talent in wakeboarding

Chen of EXO challenged himself to a popular watersport and showed talent.While preparing for a summer pictorial shoot with lifestyle magazine “The Celebrity,” Chen was given the opportunity to try wakeboarding.According to local new reports, Chen devoted himself to exercising for leg and ab strength and learning the names of wake boarding equipment, despite his busy schedule.“According to what I heard, beginners tend to keep falling into the water. Frankly, I would be happy if I could just stand

June 26, 2014

Actress Gong Hyo-jin’s InStyle shoot

 Actress Gong Hyo-jin poses for fashion magazine InStyle. Known as a fashionista, Gong looks fantastic in hotpants and a top with an open back. The actress wasn’t only modeling but also helped come up with the concept for the photo shoot. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: InStyle)

June 26, 2014

2AM Jo Kwon exceptional in drag queen shoot

2AM member Jo Kwon is starring as one of the main characters in upcoming musical “Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” which tells the story of two drag queens and a transsexual who try to find love, family and ego.The K-pop star recently posed in drag for Vogue Korea, and revealed that his character Adam will be the sexiest role in the show. 　By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Vogue Korea)

June 26, 2014

What is AOA’s diet secret?

Girl group AOA has revealed their diet secrets. The girl group recently released a new song called “Short Hair.” All members weigh around 40kg and revealed how they maintain their slim figures.Previously in FNC Entertainment’s reality program tvN “Cheong Dam Dong 111,” Seolhyun talked about her concern of weighing more than 50kg. Through an intense diet, she kept her perfect figure.Seolhyun’s diet secret was working out and a special protein-oriented diet.Main vocalist Cho-ah also had her person

June 26, 2014

Actor Jung Kyung-ho flustered over Girls’ Generation question

 Actor Jung Kyung-ho, who is currently dating Girls’ Generation member SooYoung, was disconcerted when an unexpected question about the girl group came up on an episode of SBS variety show “Law of the City.”In the episode broadcast on Wednesday, Jung and Ailee are trying to find a job with the help of their manager, Anthony.Anthony is really interested in Korean culture and is even a Girls’ Generation fan. When Ailee said, “I am friends with Tiffany,” he responds, “Really?”Jung was flustered whe

June 26, 2014

[Best Brand] JW Marriott Dongdaemun aims to become green hotel

The JW Marriott Dongdaemun overlooks Heunginjimun, one of Seoul’s historic and cultural landmarks.Hotel luxury (downtown) - JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square SeoulThe JW Marriott Dongdaemun is going green by implementing practices that reduce energy consumption, save unnecessary costs and improve air quality. The hotel’s pursuit of green strategies has earned it the LEED certification, an international recognition of the environmental-friendliness of a building. Opened in February, the hotel seeks

CultureJune 25, 2014

[Best Brand] Somerset boasts luxury, location

View of the rooftop swimming pool at the Somerset Palace Seoul hotel in Gwanghwamun, central SeoulServiced residence (International Luxury Premier)- Somerset Palace SeoulLooking for more than just a standard hotel, but also an establishment that offers the comforts of home? Then the premier apartment suites of Somerset Palace Seoul may be just the answer. The hotel is managed by The Ascott Limited, a Singapore-based company that has grown to become the world’s largest internationally serviced re

CultureJune 25, 2014

[Best Brand] Renaissance Seoul Hotel offers summer packages

Outside view of Renaissance Seoul Hotel at night in Gangnam, southern SeoulHotel (F&B) - Renaissance Seoul HotelSummer is near and Renaissance Seoul, located in the upscale Gangnam district of Seoul, offers summer packages for guests who would like to enjoy their holidays in the city.The summer packages come in three different price ranges. All prices exclude tax.The Summer Saving package consists of one night’s accommodation, complimentary use of the swimming pool and recreation center and a 5

TravelJune 25, 2014

[Best Brand] Imperial Palace Seoul promises summer breaks

An outdoor swimming pool at Imperial Palace SeoulHotel (Business) - Imperial Palace SeoulIf you’re looking for a cool summer break with great food, music and a dip in the pool, look no further than Imperial Palace Seoul. Located right in the middle of the capital’s expensive district of Gangnam, the hotel offers everything a vacationer would dream of: a premium fine-dining experience, a dance party, unlimited wine, champagne and draft beer on top of live performances of jazz, pop-opera and magi

TravelJune 25, 2014

‘Star Wars’ creator selects Chicago for museum

CHICAGO (AP) ― “Star Wars” creator George Lucas announced Tuesday that he has picked Chicago to host his much-anticipated museum of art and movie memorabilia, in a major victory for the nation’s third-largest city. San Francisco and Los Angeles also had sought the museum. Lucas said in a written statement that he hopes to open the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in 2018. “I am humbled to be joining such an extraordinary museum community and to be creating the museum in a city that has a long tradi

FilmJune 25, 2014

Zany adventures of centenarian draw moviegoers, readers

The book “The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared” by Swedish journalist-turned-writer Jonas Jonasson and its eponymous film adaptation are enjoying success both in Korean bookstores and at the box office.The book ranked No. 7 on the bestseller list for the third week of June, according to the Korea Publishers Society. The ranking was compiled from eight major offline and online bookstores. The movie premiered at No. 5 in the local box office last weekend with 82,745

FilmJune 25, 2014

Diversity highlights musical festival

This year’s Daegu International Musical Festival is bringing shows from countries like Slovakia, Russia and China, reflecting the Korean audience’s growing taste for diversity. Opening this coming Saturday for a 17-day run, the festival will feature a total of 17 musicals, including four foreign works and two multinational (including Korea) ones. Four original Korean shows will get their premieres during the fair, which includes “Wedding Shoes,” a musical about comfort women, Korean women who we

CultureJune 25, 2014

Seo Taiji won’t press charges against fan intruder

Seo Taiji and his wife Lee Eun-seong. (Seo Taiji Co.)Singer Seo Taiji has announced that he will not press charges against a fan who was arrested for breaking into his residence in Pyeongchang-dong, northern Seoul, on Monday.The intruder, identified as a 31-year-old female fan, was arrested on Monday evening by the Jongno-gu police for unlawful entry into a private property. A related law stipulates that the woman could face up to three years in jail or a 5 million won ($4,900) fine.Seo decided

June 25, 2014

YG artists to stage joint concert in China

Psy. (YG Entertainment)Rapper Psy and several other artists managed by YG Entertainment, a leading entertainment agency in South Korea, will hold a joint concert in China in August, the agency said Wednesday.The concert titled “YG Family 2014 Galaxy Tour: Power in Shanghai” will kick off on Aug. 30 in Shanghai, the company said in a statement.The agency said Shanghai would be the first stop of the artists’ concert tour to other Chinese cities and Southeast Asian countries but that schedule for t

PerformanceJune 25, 2014