KARA appeared on Shabekuri007 performing their hit songs including Mister,Jumping,Jet Coaster Love and Go Go Summer,check out their cute performance here!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
F(x)'s Victoria is close to Super Junior...who?
In yesterday's radio broadcast of SBS Love Game Radio Victoria "again" ,mentioned her close relationship with fellow SM artists.. when asked who?
Her answer??
Yes. Super Junior's maknae Kyuhyun...
How they became close? Hear their story..
Check out T-ara's airport fashion
T-ara completed their showcase in Japan and the girls arrived in Korea earlier today.
Check out the girls' airport fashion here.Whose airport fashion caught your attention the most?
Check out the girls' airport fashion here.Whose airport fashion caught your attention the most?
T-ara chosen at the new models for Tony Moly cosmetics brand
After releasing their new song, "Roly-Poly" and dominating the music charts, T-ara have been selected as the exclusive models for the cosmetics brand Tony Moly.
Tony Moly is a global cosmetic brand that is highly recognized by teens and also women in their 30s and 40s, and today it was announced T-ara were chosen at the new advertisement models.
A product representative said, "T-ara has a sophisticated, but urban image. Along with their unique personalities, they were chosen to be fit for Tony Moly's brand concept models. T-ara is not not only able appeal to South Korea's model image for Tony Moly, but they will also be expected to be modeling for the brand in China, Japan and other Asian countries."
T-ara came back with the track "Roly-Poly" and have gained hot attention for their retro style. T-ara will begin shooting for Tony Moly in August and their campaign with Tony Moly with begin starting in September.
Tony Moly is a global cosmetic brand that is highly recognized by teens and also women in their 30s and 40s, and today it was announced T-ara were chosen at the new advertisement models.
A product representative said, "T-ara has a sophisticated, but urban image. Along with their unique personalities, they were chosen to be fit for Tony Moly's brand concept models. T-ara is not not only able appeal to South Korea's model image for Tony Moly, but they will also be expected to be modeling for the brand in China, Japan and other Asian countries."
T-ara came back with the track "Roly-Poly" and have gained hot attention for their retro style. T-ara will begin shooting for Tony Moly in August and their campaign with Tony Moly with begin starting in September.
T-ara's Japanese showcase press conference questions
Q & A
-How are the responses to 'Roly Poly' from Japanese and Korean fans?
"It hasn't been that long since we've had our comeback so we're not too sure about that but a lot of the elders seem to like it a lot because of that nostalgic feeling. I think we'll be able to find out what the responses are like through this showcase in Japan."
-Your feelings wearing retro outfits for this concept?
"We learned a lot and it was fun. Just because it's retro doesn't necessarily mean that it's bad. At that time too there were a lot ways to compliment your body type with what you wore. We did that this time around too. The interesting thing is that each of us seemed like our mothers as we wore those outfits."
-What sets you apart from the other girl groups that have already entered the Japanese market?
"Rather than that, we learned a lot from them, they're all groups we're close with so we received a lot of help too. We're planning on actively promoting not only with music but in a variety of areas like in films and dramas. All of the members are currently studying Japanese."
-How are the responses to 'Roly Poly' from Japanese and Korean fans?
"It hasn't been that long since we've had our comeback so we're not too sure about that but a lot of the elders seem to like it a lot because of that nostalgic feeling. I think we'll be able to find out what the responses are like through this showcase in Japan."
-Your feelings wearing retro outfits for this concept?
"We learned a lot and it was fun. Just because it's retro doesn't necessarily mean that it's bad. At that time too there were a lot ways to compliment your body type with what you wore. We did that this time around too. The interesting thing is that each of us seemed like our mothers as we wore those outfits."
-What sets you apart from the other girl groups that have already entered the Japanese market?
"Rather than that, we learned a lot from them, they're all groups we're close with so we received a lot of help too. We're planning on actively promoting not only with music but in a variety of areas like in films and dramas. All of the members are currently studying Japanese."
-The result after meeting with the Japanese press?
"They said they were looking forward to our future activities and have big expectations with 'Bo Peep Bo Peep' especially. We were thankful they danced along to our songs and studied Korean as well."
-Any advice given from your Japanese management?
"They told us to work hard at studying Japanese so we can also appear in dramas and varieties in the future. They're anticipating a lot from 'Roly Poly' in particular."
-Were there any episodes while learning the dance for 'Roly Poly'?
"Our dance instructor and our CEO Kim Kwangsoo personally taught us the steps. Whether it was because he was tired out but practices were always short but cruel. Our CEO used to be a former member of the dance team 'Partners' in the past. There was even a dance battle between the two of them on the spot because of that. We finally got to see our CEO's dance skills. It was above our expectations."
-Your thoughts on Japanese girl groups?
"The way Japanese girl groups actively promote in various fields is similar to T-ara. We think that Korean girl groups are strong at showing their musicality with their music and dance. We'll work hard to show both of those strengths."
-Do you have a goal while in Japan?
"Among the groups we like there's one called SMAP, I think they're a good group to be like. They work hard to reach the top in a lot of areas without losing focus on their music."
"They said they were looking forward to our future activities and have big expectations with 'Bo Peep Bo Peep' especially. We were thankful they danced along to our songs and studied Korean as well."
-Any advice given from your Japanese management?
"They told us to work hard at studying Japanese so we can also appear in dramas and varieties in the future. They're anticipating a lot from 'Roly Poly' in particular."
-Were there any episodes while learning the dance for 'Roly Poly'?
"Our dance instructor and our CEO Kim Kwangsoo personally taught us the steps. Whether it was because he was tired out but practices were always short but cruel. Our CEO used to be a former member of the dance team 'Partners' in the past. There was even a dance battle between the two of them on the spot because of that. We finally got to see our CEO's dance skills. It was above our expectations."
-Your thoughts on Japanese girl groups?
"The way Japanese girl groups actively promote in various fields is similar to T-ara. We think that Korean girl groups are strong at showing their musicality with their music and dance. We'll work hard to show both of those strengths."
-Do you have a goal while in Japan?
"Among the groups we like there's one called SMAP, I think they're a good group to be like. They work hard to reach the top in a lot of areas without losing focus on their music."
-How many Japanese songs do you have prepared?
"We've already recorded the song we'll debut with in Japanese."
-Among the members, who is the best at Japanese?
"Everyone is studying but Qri and Hyomin are a little better at it."
-How do you feel with the showcase a day ahead of you?
"We're busy trying to memorize Japanese words(laughs). It's starting to hit us now that we came to the venue. It's very exciting."
-Do you have any plans to promote overseas besides Japan?
"We've been to Thailand and Singapore before, there was a good response so if the opportunity arises we want to try going there as well. Whichever country we go to, as long as there's one fan. we're thankful."
-There's been an increase of girl groups in the nation lately?
"We worried a lot about this comeback. There's been a lot of great songs out there and so many pretty people around us. We worked hard to bring out our strengths through this retro-themed concept."
-How did you all prepare in order to effectively give that retro feel of 'Roly Poly'?
"(Soyeon) A lot of people have asked me if I was actually a 68'er, I'm not really sure why I know so much about those things either. When I think about it, it must feel natural to me because I grew up as if I was my mother and aunt's friend. Preparing for this concept was strangely easy. On top of that, the acting in the music video was 100% adlibs, I'm not sure why I know so well about those things, but it was fun."
"(Eunjung) I tried acting as if I was my mother. My mother still remembers her past well. I used my mother's memories for reference."
"(Jiyeon) Our CEO looked up videos like 'Saturday Night Fever', 'Grease' to show us. It helped a lot."
-The acting in the music video was great?
"100% of it were adlibs and there weren't any set characters. It felt like we chewed a whole pack of gum during the filming. After we finished, our jaws started hurting."
-Future activities plans for each of the members?
"Our main priority will be our Japanese promotions after our Korean comeback. There'll be future activities from the members so please look forward to it. There isn't a division between the members that have acted and those that haven't, the rest are also waiting for their turn. It actually becomes a great amount of help to us as we can learn from each other. If you continue to support us, we'll do our best to prepare."
-Hyomin has been coming out on varieties less lately?
"I haven't been able to due to comeback preparations and movie filming. As soon as we return to Korea, we'll be appearing on 'Sebakwi'."
-What do you hope to rank on the Oricon chart when you make your first step into Japanese market?
"They always say to dream big so we want to aim for first."
-Were there any burdens when the leader was changed with the Japanese debut ahead?
"(Hyomin) It was of course a huge burden. Our CEO was giving me pressure too, 'after watching Eunjung and Boram as leader, I think you can work harder and do well.' I think it's good because it seems like a fair system where each member gets an opportunity. I think it'll put a sense of responsibility on all the members individually."
-The burdens of the members acting?
"(Hyomin) When acting, I worry the most about acting controversies that will come up because we're idols. It causes me to pay more attention and practice more. I think that's also why Eunjung and Jiyeon haven't heard things like that. I'm thankful as the one that's up next. It was less burdening because it felt like T-ara has shown to the public the level of our acting."
"(Soyeon) Although T-ara was created to be a group that would target all kinds of different areas, we'll work hard without leaving behind our name T-ara and our music."
"(Eunjung) Not only as actresses and artists, our biggest dream is for all of us to be remembered as multi-entertainers."
-It's been pointed out that this album has similarities with the movie 'Sunny'?
"The concept we thought of and 'Sunny' luckily matched well. We're thankful the theme has been the topic of discussion once again due to the great success of the movie. It was such a fun and great movie, all of the members watched it well. Our 'bokgo' consists of both the East and the West."
-To Eunjung, how is your relationship with your husband on 'We Got Married'?
"Honestly, we've only met around five times. I think we need to see each other more to get closer. 'Janggoon nim' does natural skinship. Seeing as how our manager isn't there on the set, he does whatever he wants like that. I can't turn it down(laughs)."
"We've already recorded the song we'll debut with in Japanese."
-Among the members, who is the best at Japanese?
"Everyone is studying but Qri and Hyomin are a little better at it."
-How do you feel with the showcase a day ahead of you?
"We're busy trying to memorize Japanese words(laughs). It's starting to hit us now that we came to the venue. It's very exciting."
-Do you have any plans to promote overseas besides Japan?
"We've been to Thailand and Singapore before, there was a good response so if the opportunity arises we want to try going there as well. Whichever country we go to, as long as there's one fan. we're thankful."
-There's been an increase of girl groups in the nation lately?
"We worried a lot about this comeback. There's been a lot of great songs out there and so many pretty people around us. We worked hard to bring out our strengths through this retro-themed concept."
-How did you all prepare in order to effectively give that retro feel of 'Roly Poly'?
"(Soyeon) A lot of people have asked me if I was actually a 68'er, I'm not really sure why I know so much about those things either. When I think about it, it must feel natural to me because I grew up as if I was my mother and aunt's friend. Preparing for this concept was strangely easy. On top of that, the acting in the music video was 100% adlibs, I'm not sure why I know so well about those things, but it was fun."
"(Eunjung) I tried acting as if I was my mother. My mother still remembers her past well. I used my mother's memories for reference."
"(Jiyeon) Our CEO looked up videos like 'Saturday Night Fever', 'Grease' to show us. It helped a lot."
-The acting in the music video was great?
"100% of it were adlibs and there weren't any set characters. It felt like we chewed a whole pack of gum during the filming. After we finished, our jaws started hurting."
-Future activities plans for each of the members?
"Our main priority will be our Japanese promotions after our Korean comeback. There'll be future activities from the members so please look forward to it. There isn't a division between the members that have acted and those that haven't, the rest are also waiting for their turn. It actually becomes a great amount of help to us as we can learn from each other. If you continue to support us, we'll do our best to prepare."
-Hyomin has been coming out on varieties less lately?
"I haven't been able to due to comeback preparations and movie filming. As soon as we return to Korea, we'll be appearing on 'Sebakwi'."
-What do you hope to rank on the Oricon chart when you make your first step into Japanese market?
"They always say to dream big so we want to aim for first."
-Were there any burdens when the leader was changed with the Japanese debut ahead?
"(Hyomin) It was of course a huge burden. Our CEO was giving me pressure too, 'after watching Eunjung and Boram as leader, I think you can work harder and do well.' I think it's good because it seems like a fair system where each member gets an opportunity. I think it'll put a sense of responsibility on all the members individually."
-The burdens of the members acting?
"(Hyomin) When acting, I worry the most about acting controversies that will come up because we're idols. It causes me to pay more attention and practice more. I think that's also why Eunjung and Jiyeon haven't heard things like that. I'm thankful as the one that's up next. It was less burdening because it felt like T-ara has shown to the public the level of our acting."
"(Soyeon) Although T-ara was created to be a group that would target all kinds of different areas, we'll work hard without leaving behind our name T-ara and our music."
"(Eunjung) Not only as actresses and artists, our biggest dream is for all of us to be remembered as multi-entertainers."
-It's been pointed out that this album has similarities with the movie 'Sunny'?
"The concept we thought of and 'Sunny' luckily matched well. We're thankful the theme has been the topic of discussion once again due to the great success of the movie. It was such a fun and great movie, all of the members watched it well. Our 'bokgo' consists of both the East and the West."
-To Eunjung, how is your relationship with your husband on 'We Got Married'?
"Honestly, we've only met around five times. I think we need to see each other more to get closer. 'Janggoon nim' does natural skinship. Seeing as how our manager isn't there on the set, he does whatever he wants like that. I can't turn it down(laughs)."
CCM's Kim Kwangsoo "T-ara in Japan will have a wide range of strategic attacks"
T-ara has began their advancement in Japan.
On July 5th, at the Shibuya AX Hall in Tokyo, T-ara held their first showcase in Japan. Because this showcase is free of charge, the chosen applicants of 1,500 were given the opportunity to watch the showcase. Although T-ara have not officially started their promotions, surprisingly over 100,000 (101,186) people applied for this showcase to get the tickets. The Japan media was shocked and called them the "Big Rookies" because of the attention they gained in Japan so fast.
In 2009,T-ara debuted with "Lies", and then followed up with other singles such as "TTL", "Bo Peep Bo Peep", "I Go Crazy Because Of You", which had all become popular songs. The popularity of T-ara in Japan has also increased rapidly.
Behind their beautiful success, nurturing Jo Sungmo, SG Wannabe, Davichi, Seeya, etc, is Core Contents Media's CEO Kim Kwangsoo. From T-ara's debut, until entering the Japan music industry, clothes, choreography, all of it, had been hand picked by him.
After the showcase was over the reporters met and interviewed him.
-- Previously, T-ara were invited to debut in Japan. What's the reason for debuting only this late?
▶ Indeed, I heard lots of proposals for their debut. Nothing compared to not giving a thought and debuting straight in Japan. I feel that choosing the right time is more appropriate. Although I was very impatient, we still have to choose the right timing carefully.
-- For the activities in Japan, T-ara unique advantage is?
▶ The biggest advantage is the members can not only just sing and dance, but they can be acting, MCing, and doing other activities in a variety of fields. In South Korea, they were persistent to star in TV shows, movies, etc. The challenge of acting as a pop singer has already reduced the stress, and their acting strength has also been recognized. Various activities are in T-ara advantage.
-- Places to improve on?
▶ After the showcase today, we got to hear from the related persons that, "Even though they're still not very skilled, they did their best to use Japanese to communicate with the fans which was very impressive. They looked really good." When activities start, if there isn't any improvement, they will be deemed as not working hard enough. So what we need to do now is to raise the member's knowledge of Japanese.
-- Girls' Generation, Kara and many other girl groups are also having their activities in Japan. T-ara is considered the later ones. To be different from them, what is the strategy that belongs only to T-ara about their advancement to japan?
▶ Unleashing the members' talent in many areas. Right now in Japan, they are still not able to become singers that are able to act and MC. to be as unique as SMAP. Similarly, other groups are also revealing their songs and choreography as the main point. Other than songs, T-ara will be touching on acting and MC-ing, and be appearing in many aspects. I think that this point can better show the difference.
-- Have you considered using the strategies from the locals?
▶ No. Similar to Korea, we will also focus the most during the promotion period in Japan, and will showcase colors and charms that only belong to T-ara
-- What are T-ara's future plans?
▶ Firstly, we plan to focus on promoting "Roly-Poly" in Korea. After that, in September, we will release the Japanese version of "Bo Peep Bo Peep" and begin our promotions in Japan. It is planned to promote all the way until December and the schedules will be mainly on things such as tours and what a normal singer's schedule will be. Also, we are also discussing with J-ROCK regarding the members appearance in TV dramas
Krystal's Pyeongchang Promotion Message for 2018 Winter Olympics
Hello. This is f(x)'s Krystal.
First of all, I'm really happy that the 2018 Winter Olympics will take place in Pyeongchang.
I first tried figure skating through an entertainment program. As I learned several techniques, such as lifting, I saw and felt a different charm of sports, and so I have more interest in the upcoming winter olympics.
Other than figure skating, I'm glad to be able to see skiing, short track speed skating, and others in Pyeongchang later on. It'll be really nice if people will know more about Pyeongchang and Korea's beauty through this opportunity. Anticipate Pyeongchang's amazing sight! Pyeongchang fighting!
First of all, I'm really happy that the 2018 Winter Olympics will take place in Pyeongchang.
I first tried figure skating through an entertainment program. As I learned several techniques, such as lifting, I saw and felt a different charm of sports, and so I have more interest in the upcoming winter olympics.
Other than figure skating, I'm glad to be able to see skiing, short track speed skating, and others in Pyeongchang later on. It'll be really nice if people will know more about Pyeongchang and Korea's beauty through this opportunity. Anticipate Pyeongchang's amazing sight! Pyeongchang fighting!
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