Thursday, June 9, 2011

Fans throng Charles de Gaulle airport for TVXQ, SHINee, & f(x)’s arrival

On June 8th, K-pop fans from all over Europe flocked to Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris to greetTVXQ, SHINee, and f(x). The idols flew in from Korea to begin preparations for the ”SM Town Live in Paris” concert that’ll be held later on this week.

Over 1,500 fans from all over Europe began filling the airport two hours before the stars were scheduled to arrive. Fans could be seen wearing T-shirts and holding various placards with the names of their favorite members; there was even a South Korean flag in front of the 2E gate.

One SHINee fan named Mari (16) commented, “I won’t be able to attend the concert because the tickets sold out so fast. I decided to come to the airport early in the morning instead with the hopes of seeing the members here. It’s both surprising and exciting to be able to see the SM artists here in Paris.”

TVXQ emerged from the gate 30 minutes later than scheduled, but the duo, along with junior artists SHINee and f(x), were all smiles, as if the 12 hour-long flight didn’t affect them at all.

Some of the idols couldn’t hide their surprise at seeing the large crowd waiting for them, as they went wide-eyed over the spectacle.

Representatives of SM Entertainment stated, “We didn’t even think of this happening, but so many European fans came. Because of the crowd, the members weren’t able to leave the gate on time. Everyone is happy over the positive reactions SM artists are receiving as the first Korean acts in Paris.”

To maintain order, over 50 local policemen were employed to prevent any accidents from happening. Guide lines were set up and head counts on reporters had to be done before the stars could head out.

The members were eventually escorted out of the airport with the help of police, and were taken by SM staff to their hotels right away.

“SM Town Live in Paris” will be held for two days on June 10th and 11th. Fans who aren’t able to attend will be able to watch it live through SM Entertainment’s Facebook and YouTube.

Cube Entertainment to hold their first ever “United Cube Concert” in August!

Cube Entertainment has informed allkpop that they’ll be holding their first ever family concert, “United Cube Concert“!

The concert will be held at Jamshil Stadium on August 14th, and will be done under the theme of “Fantasy Land”. Unlike other standard idol concerts, Cube decided to have their concert outdoors in a natural, festival-like environment.

As expected, Cube’s top artists - 4minute, B2ST, and G.NA – will be performing for the event. The label will be opening a teaser site on their official homepage at 2:00 PM KST on June 9th.

Could this be the start of yet another global family concert series? Stay tuned to allkpop for updates, beginning with episode one of their “Fantasy Land Teaser” series!

Goo Hara picks up target shooting with Lee Min Ho

Actresses Park Min Young and KARA’s Goo Hara revealed their target-shooting skills on the set ofSBS’s “City Hunter“.

On the upcoming June 9th episode of “City Hunter”, Park Min Young and Goo Hara will show off their shooting skill in an attempt to impress the character played by star actor Lee Min Ho.

On June 2nd, during the filming for the target-shooting scene, which took place at an arboretum in Gyeolgido, Paju, Park Min Young and Goo Hara successfully resembled professional shooters wearing a vest, glasses, and earplugs.

Park Min Young, who is playing the role of a presidential bodyguard, displayed her charisma and sincerity with her great shooting skills. Goo Hara, who is playing the role of the President’s spoiled daughter, displayed a cute expression and pose while attempting the target-shooting.

An official from the production company stated, “The atmosphere was hot during the filming of the target-shooting scene of the ‘Hunter women’. I think the shooting skills of the two ‘City Hunter’ actresses, who possess different charms, will bring much joy to viewers.”

Aoyama Thelma performed Without You with 4Minute @ M! Countdown


Check out Japanese singer Aoyama Thelma's performance on today's M! Countdown featuring 4Minute's Ji Yoon and Ga Yoon



Like their collaboration?

KARA's Gyuri transforms into Pororo


KARA's Gyuri transformed into Pororo in the latest episode of MBC's radio show Shim Shim Tapa.

She looks cute with this transformation,agree?

Cube family to put on Fantasy Land concert this August


Cube Family will hold their first "UNITED CUBE CONCERT" in August.

4minute, BEAST, G.NA, and other Cube acts will gather together on August 14 at the Jamsil Sports Complex for the special event. The concert's theme will be "Fantasy Land" and Cube is planning for it be set up in a large-scale festival-like design.

Compared to other general idol concerts, United Cube will be an event with a more free atmosphere, relying on the festival concept. On June 9, Cube Entertainment opened the "United Cube Concert" teaser site. And at the same time they unveiled episode one of "Fantasy Land Teaser" featuring Cube Family.

f(x)'s Victoria ranked 1st for the best 'Mannequin Body'


A Voting was held for the best Mannequin Body among Female celebrities, and apparently F(x) Victoria topped the poll.

Community portal Site 'DC Inside' held the polling from 31th May until 7th June for "The best female celebrities with best 'mannequin body'.

As The result, F(x) Victoria topped the polling with 963 out of 5703 votes (16,9%). Victoria who is from the Academy of National Dance in Beijing, has been an issue between netizens because of her perfect body figure.

In addition, G.Na ranked 2nd on the poll with 845 votes (14,8%) then followed by Kim Sarang, Lee Dahae, After School Nana and Jang yoonju.