Lee Jong-suk’s charismatic fashion shooting

   Actor Lee Jong-suk posed for fashion magazine InStyle Man. The actor gave off a sexy charm and manly charisma, while wearing casual knits and dandy pants. The whole editorial and interview given by Lee can bee seen in the first issue of InStyle Man, published today. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: InStyle Man)

Aug. 18, 2014

Queen, Lady Gaga light up music festivals

Last weekend was heaven for music lovers in Korea, with the nation’s last two major summer music festivals taking place back to back for three days in Seoul.With Korean Independence Day falling on a Friday this year, Super Sonic 2014 kicked off the long weekend on Thursday, followed by the inaugural AIA Real Life: Now Festival 2014 on Friday and Saturday.In line with the local festivities, some of the biggest names in music including legendary rock band Queen and international pop star Lady Gaga

Aug. 17, 2014

‘I no longer hate TVXQ’: JYJ’s Yoochun

Yoochun, actor and member of K-pop boy band JYJ, cautiously revealed his feelings about his former group TVXQ in an interview with a local daily.　The singer-turned-actor had an interview with the Korean media outlet Edaily on Aug. 13 shortly before the release of his new film “Sea Fog” released the same day. 　In the interview, he was asked how he felt about his former band TVXQ and its members.  (OSEN)“I hope the five of us can do well in our position. I don’t know when, but it would be cool if

Aug. 17, 2014

Winner stages debut on TV music show

Rookie K-pop group Winner made its debut TV performance with songs “Empty” and “Color Ring” on the SBS music show “Inkigayo” on Sunday.　The members of the idol group, wearing trendy suits, received a big round of applause for their flawless performances and skillful manners onstage. 　Winner dropped its debut EP “2014 S/S” on Aug. 12 and made its official debut with an onstage performance at the AIA Real Life: Now Festival 2014 on Aug. 15. 　 (SBS)Winner’s debut track “Empty” has drawn positive re

Aug. 17, 2014

Junsu reveals selfies taken in Hong Kong

K-pop boy band JYJ’s Junsu released his selfies taken in Hong Kong on his Twitter Sunday. 　In one photo, Junsu is making a heart sign with his arms with Hong Kong’s night view in the background. In the other, he is getting his hair trimmed in a beauty salon. 　JYJ made its way to Hong Kong on Aug. 15 as part of its Asia concert tour “The Return of The King” following the release of its latest album “Just Us” on July 29. The trio will head to China, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand to continue the t

Aug. 17, 2014

Kim Soo-hyun to sing at Nanjing Youth Olympics opening

Actor Kim Soo-hyun will reportedly sing the theme song at the opening ceremony of the Nanjing Youth Olympics in China.According to Sina.com and various Chinese news agencies, Kim is to stage a performance together with Chinese pop star Zhang Liangying on Saturday.The reports on Kim’s appearance at the sports event went viral among local fans as Kim has established a large fandom in Asia amid huge success in Korean TV show “My Love From The Star.”(Giogia)The theme of the upcoming Youth Olympics i

Aug. 14, 2014

Kang Dong-won and Song Hye-kyo’s Vogue cuts revealed

Actor Kang Dong-won and Actress Song Hye-kyo, who recently shot film “My Brilliant Life,” reunited for a fashion shoot with Vogue Korea. The pictorials show Kang and Song in trench coats and other chic fashion pictured in black and white. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Vogue Korea )

Aug. 14, 2014

Jung Joon-young’s chic charisma spotted

Singer Jung Joon-young’s chic charisma was apparent in a fashion shoot by siero. The singer posed in front of a modern background, dressed in white and black. Jung currently appears in the famous variety show “2 Days & 1 Night.”By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: siero)

Aug. 14, 2014

Clara’s ‘Secret 24’

Clara’s fashion shoot with bnt shows the model and actress in a hotel suite, swimming pool and fitness center. The concept for the shoot is to picture how Clara spends her day. She can be seen in a black dress, sporty outfits, swimsuits and jeans. She also revealed that her secret for maintaining her figure was the ballet lessons she took when she was younger. She also told the magazine that she prefers slim-designed skin-tone clothes. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo

Aug. 14, 2014

Park Hae-jin dressed in fall, winter clothes

 Actor Park Hae-jin dressed in fall, autumn clothes for fashion brand Zishen Homme.  The actor seemed to have prepared for the cold season already by dressing in warm looking  jackets and scarves. Park is going to appear in the TV drama “Bad Guys,” kicking off Oct. 4. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Zishen Homme/WM Company)

Aug. 14, 2014

Seo Taiji breaks silence about his marriage to E Ji-ah

K-pop legend Seo Taiji finally broke his silence on Wednesday, clarifying his stance amid mounting controversy after his former wife, actress E Ji-ah made comments on their marriage on a TV show.　On Monday, E revealed her side of the story about her marriage to Seo, most of which has been hidden behind a veil of secrecy.　On the TV talk show “Healing Camp,” E confessed that the two fell in love after they first met at concert in the U.S. E talked about how lonely her life was as she had to keep t

Aug. 13, 2014

CL shows off friendship with Jeremy Scott

2NE1 member CL released a photo she took with American fashion designer Jeremy Scott on Tuesday, boasting of their steady friendship. In the photo posted on Instagram, CL and Scott pose for the camera while holding glasses. Meanwhile, CL is scheduled to perform along with her label mates at the upcoming “AIA Real Life: Now Festival 2014,” to be held on Aug. 15 in Seoul.　(laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)

Aug. 13, 2014

Winner takes No.1 slot on iTunes chart in Asian countries

Rookie K-pop group Winner has made a splash not only at home but also abroad with its debut album released Tuesday. 　As Winner dropped its debut EP “2014 S/S” at midnight on Aug. 12, one of the band’s two main tracks, “Empty,” instantly topped Korea’s nine major music charts.  (YG Entertainment)A day after the release, the track is drawing positive reactions from abroad as well. The tune debuted at No.1 on iTunes album charts in five countries -- Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Tai

Aug. 13, 2014

Microsoft features 2NE1 song in new ad

International tech giant Microsoft has featured K-pop girl group 2NE1’s hit single “I Am the Best” in a new commercial promoting its latest product Surface Pro 3.The song is featured as the background music for an advertisement that compares Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3 with Apple’s MacBook Air. The track will be featured on the ad for six months on television and one year on the Internet and other outlets.“Microsoft expressed its wish to use 2NE1’s song for the Surface Pro 3 advertisement through

Aug. 13, 2014

G-Dragon pictured with Pharrell Williams

G-Dragon of K-pop boy group Big Bang released a photo he took with an American singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams on Wednesday.　“The man who always inspires me. Thank you,” G-Dragon wrote on his Instagram alongside the photo.　In the photo, G-Dragon makes a funny face while Pharrell gazes straight-faced.　Meanwhile, G-Dragon is scheduled to perform along with his label mates at the upcoming “AIA Real Life: Now Festival 2014,” to be held on Aug. 15 in Seoul.　(laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)

Aug. 13, 2014

Still cuts of Red Velvet go viral

The still photos of K-pop girl group Red Velvet went viral Tuesday.　Red Velvet’s agency SM Entertainment released the photos on Aug. 8 taken at the group’s debut performance on the TV music program “Music Bank.” 　The photos of group member Irene, in particular, are heating up online communities. “Red Velvet Irene” became one of the “hot topic keywords” on the nation’s largest portal site Naver as of 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. 　The four-member group dropped its EP “Happiness” online on Aug. 4 and deb

Aug. 13, 2014

Winner draws support from YG labelmates

K-pop rookie group Winner received messages of support on Twitter from its labelmates after the release of the group’s debut album on Tuesday. 　Psy, G-Dragon and Tablo of Epik High, all under YG Entertainment alongside Winner, showed their support for the newest band from their agency. 　(OSEN)“If this is the way, it is okay to take a long time (to release an album),” Psy wrote on his Twitter on Wednesday, sharing the link to the music video of Winner’s title track “Empty.” 　G-Dragon also shared

Aug. 13, 2014

Park Shin-hye’s B Cut jewelry pictorial

Actress Park Shin-hye’s B Cut editorial for jewelry brand Agatha Paris has been revealed. The actress looked lovely while showing off her cute and feminine side in petite watches and thin metallic bracelets. The official ad can be see here: http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20140801000539By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: S.A.L.T Entertainment)

Aug. 13, 2014

2PM’s Taecyeon sends warning to obsessive fans

K-pop boy band 2PM’s Taecyeon became the latest idol star to send a warning message to his obsessive fans.　“Do you really have to follow me in my private time, take pictures and post them?” Taecyeon wrote on his Twitter Tuesday.  (OSEN)Ok is not the only one who suffers from some fans’ extreme behaviors. 　For example, it is widely known that the boy group EXO has also seen their fans stalking them around the clock, or even breaking into their dormitories to steal personal belongings. 　Another bo

Aug. 13, 2014

Go Ara’s femme fatale fall makeup

Actress Go Ara, the main model for cosmetic brand Lirikos, posed for the camera in alluring makeup in fall colors. The actress, who is known for her “pure” image, showed off her mature side with a voluminous hairstyle and brown smoky makeup.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Lirikos)

Aug. 13, 2014