Actress Kim Hee-ae in luxury editorial

Actress Kim Hee-ae poses for fashion magazine Bazaar in Milan. The elegant actress wore modern black dresses and created a luxurious atmosphere around her. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Bazaar)

June 24, 2014

Actress Son Ye-jin as jewelry model

Actress Son Ye-jin is the new model for Danish jewelry brand Pandora. She was featured in ads wearing elegant black and white tops, matched with a simple but beautiful charm that she chose herself.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Pandora)

June 24, 2014

Ailee plays special aid in ‘Laws of the City in New York’

Singer Ailee will join the SBS reality show “Laws of the City in New York” as a special aid, helping out the Korean celebrity participants with language barriers, SBS production crew said on Tuesday. Singer Ailee appears on SBS reality show "Laws of the City in New York," to be aired on June 25. (SBS)“Ailee was born and brought up in New York, and is able to speak fluent English... She also can blend into the local community fast,” the production crew said.The production crew described the 25-ye

June 24, 2014

Actor So Ji-sub releases hip-hop EP

Model and actor So Ji-sub is returning to the spotlight -- only this time it’s through his rhymes with the release of his new hip-hop album. The album jacket for hip-hop EP "18 years" by So Ji-sub. (51K)So Ji-sub and the collaborating artists in hip-hop EP "18 years." (15K)　On Tuesday the entertainer, best known for his roles in 2004 drama “I’m Sorry, I Love You” and last year’s “Master’s Sun,” released an EP titled “18 Years,” his first release since his “6 p.m. ... Ground” EP in January 2013.

June 24, 2014

Kim Woo-bin’s handwritten letter revealed

Actor Kim Woo-bin’s handwritten letter that he wrote during high school was revealed and became the online topic of the day. A number of Kim Woo-bin’s handwritten letter posts are seen on online community message boards.　(Online community]The content of the letter signed by his real name, Kim Hyun-joong, caught people’s attention as it shows his passion for learning English conversation and increasing his weight to become a model. The letter’s receiver, Kim’s high school teacher, revealed the le

June 24, 2014

Photos from filming of ‘High School’ revealed

 Behind-the-scenes photos of Nam Woo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron during the filming of “High School: Love on” have been revealed online.Nam and Kim play the main characters in the KBS 2 TV’s fantasy love story drama.The other photos show Nam and Kim being questioned in a police station.The romance drama is about an angel becoming human in order to save a male high school student and fall in love. The drama will be divided into 20 episodes and the first episode will be broadcast on July 11. By Grace Cho

June 24, 2014

VIXX discloses posters for upcoming solo concert

Six-member K-pop boy group VIXX revealed posters on Sunday on its official fan site for its first solo concerts since debuting in 2012.The set of six posters shows different members hinting at the theme for the upcoming concert, “VIXX Live Fantasia Hex Sign.”Tickets for VIXX’s three concerts sold out in 10 minutes, proving its popularity despite its low profile compared to other K-pop boy bands.VIXX will stage exclusive performances at Olympic Park in eastern Seoul from July 18 to 20.By Ha Ji-wo

June 24, 2014

B2ST to run private theater until July 18

Fans of B2ST joined forces to run a private theater for a month at a CGV cinema in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province.The selected theater, dubbed “B2ST House,” is showing clips of the boy band.“B2ST House” was created by fans who wish to support the K-pop group’s comeback with the EP “Good Luck.” Those who bring B2ST’s EP or a fan club card will be offered a 2,000 won discount.“Because of the fans’ love, we now have a cinema. Thank you so much. B2ST will do its best with ‘Good Luck’ (thanks to) all you

June 24, 2014

Lee Min-ho gives gifts to staff to celebrate his birthday

Actor Lee Min-ho celebrated his 28th birthday by sharing gifts with all the staff working on his upcoming movie “Gangnam Blues.”(Starhouse Ent.)According to his agency, Lee gave all the staff an eco-friendly towel and a T-shirt in honor of his birthday on June 22. The T-shirt was specially designed by PROMIZ, a donation platform site made by Lee.The name “PROMIZ” is a combination of the word “Promise,” the actor’s name and his fan club’s name, “MINOZ.” Lee launched the page with his fans to shar

June 24, 2014

Nana reveals perfect body in commercial shot

After School’s Nana revealed her perfect body in an ad for cosmetics maker DHC. Nana, wearing a short, all-white-outfit, poses with charisma for the camera. She is currently appearing on the TV show “Roommate.”By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: DHC)

June 24, 2014

Seo In-guk’s dandy look

Singer and actor Seo In-guk posed for fashion magazine InStyle. Seo wore dandy suits and looked playfully at the camera. When asked whether he likes acting or singing more, he replied that he likes both equally, saying that it’s like he’s “ambidextrous” in doing both activities.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: InStyle)

June 24, 2014

Song Hye-kyo’s summer ad with J.Estina

Fashion and jewelry brand J.Estina revealed a summer ad featuring Song Hye-kyo. The actress wore simple black and peach outfits, which showed both her sexy and graceful styles at the same time. The finishing touch was added by J.Estina’s jewelry. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: J.Estina)

June 24, 2014

Nichkhun confirms popularity

 Chinese magazine “Easy” released a photo and interview with 2PM member Nichkhun through its official Weibo site.The magazine included his pictorial and an interview for readers, according to his agency.In the photo, Nichkhun is wearing a blue blazer and gazing into the camera, showing a serious expression. Nichkhun’s image for the magazine is dandy, which is not his usual image.Nichkhun is currently filming a new Chinese drama called “One and a Half Summer.” Its first episode was broadcast on J

June 24, 2014

Apink starts unit project ‘PINK BnN’

Girl group Apink plans to launch “PINK BnN,” a subunit project participated in by some of its members. [A-Cube Ent.]The logo was posted on June 20 in Apink’s official SNS pages including Twitter and Facebook. No further details were given.With great expectations of the new project, its fans are striving to figure out the meaning of “BnN.”Fans have suggested the letters stand for the initials of the members Bomi (B), Naeun (n) and Namju (N). “Bomi and Naeun” or “Bomi and Namju” have also been men

June 24, 2014

Jun.K congratulates Nichkhun’s birthday

Jun.K of boy band 2PM congratulated his fellow member, Nichkhun, on his birthday.On his Twitter June 24, Jun.K wrote, “Today is our KhunKhunie’s birthday. Happy birthday!” and posted a picture of himself and Nichkhun. The two of them are both wearing pink outfits and smiling in the photo. Jun.K recently released the Korean version of his Japanese album “Love & Hate” and a digital single “No Love.”By Kim Min-jin, Intern reporter (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Credit: Twitter]

June 24, 2014

Ill-timed relationship furor may hurt EXO’s standing

May and June have been rough months for K-pop sensation EXO, hit hard by a series of incidents from Kris’ departure from the group and fan’s anger over Baekhyun’s love life.Only a month after EXO leader Kris filed a lawsuit against the band’s label, SM Entertainment, to revoke its exclusive contract with him in early June, EXO has come under the spotlight again after member Baekyun confirmed he was in a romantic relationship with Taeyeon of Girls Generation last Thursday. The latest news about B

June 24, 2014

[Herald Review] Inconvenient truth of ‘Black Deal’

A heated debate on privatization raged in Korea last year. Supporters argued that it could provide increased efficiency and better quality, reducing the government’s deficit and losses. Opponents countered that the mandate to make a profit could deteriorate service quality, and cause increased costs and inequality among consumers.Privatization, which is linked to economic theories and policies, has become a complicated matter with layers of implications. People are interested in it, but often ge

FilmJune 23, 2014

Priests right to speak out on political issues, Vatican bishop says

Catholic churches are entitled to speak out on political and social injustices, a high-ranking bishop from the Vatican said Monday. Speaking at a press conference in Seoul, Bishop Mario Toso, secretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, stressed that churchmen are obliged to work for the redemption of all mankind, with this redemption including relief from social and political injustices. “The more you love Christ, the harder you work for justice and peace in this world,” he added.

CultureJune 23, 2014

Humorous take on Korean elegance

Koreans have certain stereotypical expectations toward those dressed in traditional clothes. In old Korean paintings, those wearing traditional hanbok are usually sitting calmly, sipping tea and appreciating beautiful mountain views. Artist Kim Hyun-jung subverts such conventional perceptions of Korean painting. Her paintings show women in beautiful, elegant hanbok dresses playing pool, going rock climbing and doing sit-ups. “My paintings seek to break the images associated with the Korean tradi

PerformanceJune 23, 2014