Archive for July, 2011

Videos: 110717 2NE1 Performs “I Am The Best” at Inkigayo and Wins Mutizen

Credit: CrazyCarrot370

I totally adore the Park Siblings at the end! Dara looks so happy and Thunder looks so happy for his Noona! ^^ I think Dara is so happy that she couldn’t contain herself and touched Thunder’s cheeks. That is a sign of pure affection right there! I so love them!

I know some are complaining about Dara’s hair. But I actually really love it! It looks so cool on her and to be honest, she is one of the few people who can actually pull it off. I like the fact that they make Dara do so many quirky things for “I Am The Best”. It makes me look forward to their next forward and I keep on asking myself, “What are they going to do with Dara now?”

This moment is just priceless for me!

Credit: play_ssong

Video: 2NE1 Performs I AM THE BEST in Music Core!

I love today’s 2NE1 stage for Music Core! I love the how it looked MV-ish with the effects and camera work!

 

Dara looked really really cute in today’s perf too! I noticed that her outfit is the same as the one she wore for Singapore, which is similar to an outfit she wore for Inkigayo in one of their perfs there, only that her shorts(?) today is green, while in Inki she had it in pink. Kekeke! ^^


Enjoy the perf!


Credits: CrazyCarrot270@YouTube

Cr: Nate for the pics! ^_^

[TRANS][NEWS] Sandara Park·Park Bom, “Fresh Face + Sneakers” Modest Public Appearance

Sandara Park·Park Bom, “Fresh Face + Sneakers” Modest Public Appearance

Group 2NE1‘s member, Sandara Park, revealed a picture of herself and co-member, Park Bom, wearing reserved outfits.

On the 16th, 11AM, Sandara Park updated her me2day with, “Now on the plane back to Korea!!! Bye Singapore~!!! I’ll tell you when we arrive in Korea already~!” revealing a photograph with her text.

In the photo, wearing light make-up and sneakers, Sandara Park’s and Park Bom’s goddess-like looks caught attention and fueled talks about them. The two of them did not seem conscious of the camera, and instead looked relaxed as they lounged.

Netizens who saw the photo commented with, “Without heavy make-up, you look a bit different, but more adorable,” “Come on back home,” showing their response.

Meanwhile, 2NE1 is presently active in promoting their newest song, “I Am The Best.”

Credits:

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20110716n04520
Translated by: SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara/ BlackjackBelle@OhDara

T/N: Will add more netizens comments if new articles come out. ^^

[PHOTOS] Dara and 2NE1 Perform in Singapore’s Korean Wave!

This is the first time that Dara and the girls performed in Singapore, and I think that just like how they were in the Philippines, they were amazed at the number of people who showed their love and support for them! Singapore Blackjacks made sure that the girls all felt welcomed and loved!

Here are some fantaken pics of the girls at the event. WeLoveDara’s Phail Admin and her friends were also there to live the experience, and they got wonderful shots of Dara and the girls. ^_^

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[TRANS][ME2DAY] Dara Mitus About Singapore, Cup Cakes, and Park Sisters!

Looks like Dara enjoyed herself in Singapore! The cupcakes she’s holding are from Singapore fans! Apparently,the fans weren’t sure if the cupcakes would get to 2NE1 so they left a note asking for a confirmation shot, if ever it does get to them. And Dara obliged! She just loves her fans so much! Don’t you just love how much she loves us? We are so lucky that our goddess D understands us fans. ❤ Love you, Dara!

Wassup Singapore!!!!!!!!!! 방금 공연이 끝났어용!!!^.^ 우와..싱가폴 처음 와봣는데! 랙잭이들이 많아서 너무 좋앗어요! 공연두 너~무 재밌엇구! 귀여운 케익도 선물해줬어요!+.+빅뱅과 투애니원~ 와지빼밀리팬분들 고마워용! 즐거웠습니다~!^.^

이제 한국가는 뱅기탓어요!!! Bye singapore~!!! ^.^ 한국도착해서 연락할게용~!^^

[UPDATE 1] Wassup Singapore!!!!!!!!!! We just ended our performance for the show!!! ^.^ Wow… For the first time in Singapore! And already, it was so good that there’s so many Blackjacks! Doing the show was so~ooo much fun! You guys even gave these cute cakes for gifts! +.+ Big Bang and 2NE1 ~ YG Family fans, thank you! It was awesome~! ^.^

[UPDATE 2] Now on the way back to Korea!!! Bye Singapore~!!! ^.^ I’ll tell you when we arrive in Korea already~! ^^

Credits:

Source: Dara’s Me2day
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

[TRANS][NEWS] Consolidated News Part 4: Dara’s Mitu Updates and Beauty Recipe

Sandara Park, 2NE1’s First Concert Expectations “Let’s play!”

Group 2NE1’s Sandara Park revealed her expectations for their first concert, NOLZA.

On the 14th, Sandara Park updated her me2day with, “Dudung!!! Now, finally in three hours, the NolzaCon! Ticketing start~! For our first time ticketing, do support!!! h, I’m nervous… Would it be daebak?!? ke Everyone, fighting!” she said in the post.

Sandara also added, “When ticketing is successful, then we get to play together at the NolCon~! We’re now off to the airport!” revealing a photo with her post.

In the photo, Sandara Park is seen wearing a brightly-colored sweater, standing with her back against the wall, with an expectant expression.

Fans who saw the picture commented with, “I’m astounded with the bright colors,” “Let’s play!” “I’m expecting a lot in your concert!” showing a hot reaction.

Meanwhile, 2NE1’s first solo concert, “NOLZA” would be held for two days, on August 27 and 28, at the Olympic Halla, Seoul Olympic Park.

Credits:

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20110715n08061

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MCountdown MBLAQ “Mona Lisa Comeback, Good Luck, Cheondung-a!” Sandara Park’s Support Revealed

To cheer on her dongsaeng (T/N: younger brother) in MBLAQ, she appeared at the rehearsals and pre-recording for Mnet.

An MCountdown official said, “Sandara Park came to the early morning rehearsal and cheered on MBLAQ today as they celebrated their comeback with their first stage, he said, She watched the entire stage for MBLAQ intensely, you could really feel her love for her brother, he said, disclosing the atmosphere. In addition, 2NE1’s Sandara Park’s photo taken with her brother, MBLAQ’s Thunder, was uploaded on MCountdown’s Twitter (@MnetMcountdown), attracting a lot of attention.

MCountdown tweeted, “2NE1’s Sandara Park is here today to cheer her little brother, MBLAQ’s Cheon-dung! MBLAQ’s come back stage,” showing a cute picture of the siblings. They also tweeted ““Cute flowers that were delivered to MBLAQ’s Thunder by his star-nuna with love,” before that, showing flowers that Sandara prepared for her brother (T/N: Dara wrote: “MBLAQ is awesome in everyone’s eyes. From Thunder’s noona.”).

Netizens who saw the pictures commented with, “Their brother and sister bond is really powerful,” “Sandara Park’s promotion senses is good,” “Sandara Park’s supportive heart is revealed,” “Your dongsaeng is number one!” “Sandara Park is not only responsible for 2NE1’s promotions, but also for promoting MBLAQ,” “Your relationship looks really warm,” showing a hot response.

Credits:

Sources: http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n23423 and http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n23031 and http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n23031 and http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n17760

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Sandara Park, Comeback Support for MBLAQ’s Thunder, “You’re All Grown Up!” Eldest Sister’s Force

2NE1’s Sandara Park cheers on her brother, Thunder, as his group MBLAQ, makes their comeback.

On the 14th, Sadnara Park updated her me2day with, “Good morning~!!! Since early this morning, this eldest sister has been thinking of ways on how to cheer the maknae on his comeback!!! Ke ke ke ke ke ke ke I went to the pre-recording… You look so grown up now, all grown up!” she wrote on her post, revealing a picture to go along with it.

To cheer for her brother, Thunder, and group MBLAQ, Sandara Park visited the set for MCountdown. Thunder and his groupmates in MBLAQ, made their comeback on Mnet’s “M!CountDown” on July 14.

In the photo, Sandara Park is shown in a black-coordinated outfit. She had on her apple head hairstyle and her fingers drawn in a V, drawing attention all the more for her cute expression.

Sandara Park also added on her update, “ I went to the pre-recording. You look so grown up now, all grown up! So cool! I have to go to Singapore later, so I have to go now so I can pack~ ke ke Blackjacks are so daebak! Fighting!” she said.

Netizens who saw Sandara Park’s photo commented with, “I also expect a lot for MBLAQ’s comeback,” “We will support not only your brother, but also all the members of MBLAQ,” “The cheer of goddess noona,” “Please also show Thunder’s pictures,” showing a hot response.

Credits:

Sources: http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n12807

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Wondering About Female Celebrities Make-up Recipes? I’ll Tell You.

Once the rainy season has passed, the summer break would begin, and you would want to enjoy a cool and refreshing dip in the ocean or a large pool to cool off. Of course, you’d be wondering what to wear, where to go, what kind of bathing suits are the trend, etc. All of these things are necessary information if you want to look your best in front of other people, so of course, you’d also be wondering what the best make-up look would be this season.

Through television, pictorials, and other forms of advertisement, beautiful celebrities present the very latest summer make-up trends. You might think that it would be easy, just breezing into a store, and then ask what kind of make-up a certain celebrity uses. But it’s not as easy as you think. It would be best if you go and look up for the best and “cool” make up brand recipe that would best suit you.

[T/N: FIRST, I can’t believe I’m translating a beauty article. Fish out of water. OTL. The article mentions 4 celebrities. First is Han YeSeul’s Urban Mermaid Look, Eugene’s Real Deal Look, Dara’s Aloha Girl Bronze Look, and Park Min Young’s Skinny Fit Gloss Look. I bet you know the drill right now, I’ll only translate the intro and Dara’s parts. ^_^]

★ Sandara Park, The Hawaii Sun Reflects On My Face “Aloha Girl Bronze Look”

Etude House’s “Aloha Girl Bronze Look” can be called natural make-up because of its topical natural bronze look. This concept makes use of the fact that broze looks beautiful and fitting during summer time, and because they anticipated that pools and the ocean would be popular this season, they also made sure that it’ll have waterproof make up.

[T/N: Er, it talked about proportions of make up and what make up to use etc. It also talked about if you want to look like Sandara Park, to follow their instructions. There’s a YT vid somewhere, you can try this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azSsIEgjwfA&feature=channel_video_title It’s like, they just put into words what’s been said in the vid. ^_^]

Credits:

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20110714n05721

2NE1 reveals detailed info about their second mini-album

YG Entertainment updated their ‘YG-life‘ blog today with some exciting details about 2NE1’s new mini-album!

According to the update, the girls will drop their second mini-album on July 28th. Check out the translation below for more:

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We will officially be releasing 2NE1’s second mini-album on July 28th.

The album will include six songs in total: four previously-released singles and two brand new songs.
Of the two new tracks, “Hate You” will be released a week earlier, on July 21st.

– Track List –
1. I Am The Best (Lyrics, Arrangement & Composition: Teddy)
2. Ugly (Lyrics, Arrangement & Composition: Teddy) **TITLE TRACK**
3. Lonely (Lyrics: Teddy / Composition: Teddy, e. knock / Arrangement: Teddy)
4. Hate You (Lyrics, Arrangement & Composition: Teddy) **SUB TRACK**
5. Don’t Cry (Lyrics & Composition : Teddy, Lydia Paek / Arrangement : Teddy)
-Bonus Track-
6. Don’t Stop The Music (Lyrics & Composition : e. knock / Arrangement : Choi Pil Gang)

> About the new track, “Hate You”…

“Hate You”, the new single that will be released on July 21st, actually has an interesting story behind it.

This song was originally scheduled to be released last September with 2NE1’s first full album, but due to the song’s inappropriate title/lyrics, we decided that it would be best to hold off for the time being.

The original title for “Hate You” was actually “Fu** You”, and we were being cautious because Minzywas still a minor at the time of the song’s inital pending release; also, we did not want to negatively influence in any way the teenage fans who listen to 2NE1. We worked to try and change the song’s title and lyrics, however, there were no substitute words that carried the same emotions as the original, and therefore we decided to postpone the release of the track for an undetermined amount of time.

These situations rise from time to time when working in this field, but in this particular case, this was a song the entire group was really excited about, and so due to their never-ending requests to release the track, we have modified the song’s title to “Hate You” and have added it to their new mini-album.

The MV for “Hate You” was produced by pop graphic artist, Mari Kim, who transformed the 2NE1 girls into hip animation characters. The teaser for the MV is scheduled to be released on Monday July 18th at 12AM (KST), and the full MV will be released with the track itself on the 21st.

> “Ugly”, the mini-album’s title song…

The strong guitar riff in this piece sets the mood and pretty much carries throughout the entire song.
This is an upbeat, fast track with a mix of Rock & Elec, and is about being openly honest with our outward appearances, no matter how “Ugly” we may seem.

The track is the perfect addictive summer song; it’s got a refreshing chorus melody that’s by the talented CL. Taking into consideration that K-Pop is gaining international fans all over the world, we’ve decided to sing the chorus in English.

Financially speaking, we have invested more on this MV than any other 2NE1 MV thus far.

The MV for “Ugly” was directed by Director Han Sa Min, and it is scheduled to be released on the 28th along with the album.

> 2NE1 & Mari Kim

We wanted to do something unique with the new mini-album jacket, and so we called in Mari Kim,whose work we’ve always admired. After frequently meeting with her and discussing our ideas, Mari Kim offered to not only take on the mini-album jacket project, but also directed the MV for “Hate You”.

Although she may be a new face in Korea, she is no stranger to famous pop-artists overseas. To name just a few projects, Mari Kim has taken part in designing Andrew Warhola’s ‘Velvet Underground‘  album, as well as Julian Opie’s 10-year anniversary album, ‘Blur‘.

Not to mention that she’s collaborated with Louis Vuitton to create their ‘Murakami’ line of accessories, and also worked with Kanye West on his ‘Graduation‘ album.

The release of Park Bom’s “Don’t Cry” in April began our introduction to 2NE1’s new material for this year, and we would like to end by letting you know this mini-album will not be the last of it. We ask you to continue your loyal support for their new mini-album and upcoming promotions. Thank you.

– 2011. 07. 15. FROM YG

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Source + Image: YG LIFE BLOG
By: leesa86 @ ALLKPOP

[TRANS][ME2DAY] Thunder Is Wearing The Shoes That Dara Gave!

Props to Dara! If I could have an older sister, I would want it to be her. I’m sure that she’s crazy busy with preparations for Singapore’s Korea Wave concert, but she still found time to make sure that she shows her support for Thunder, who would be performing along with MBLAQ in today’s Music Bank.

And whoa, cool shoes there, Thunder! Dara sure has taste. Wonder if this is Adidas or a Louboutin? Kekeke! ^_^

내가 준 신발을 신고~! 첫무대를 잘마친 천둥이~!!! 멋있다멋있다!+.+ 난 지금 싱가폴~ 멀리있지만 큰누나의 응원은 계속된다!^_^ 히히 싱가폴 처음 와봣는데 분위기가 상당히좋군요!!! 오늘 공연 기대되요~! 첨만나는 싱가폴팬들~! 반가워요~! 기대기대!^.^

Wearing the new shoes that I gave him~! Thunder also finished their first stage~!!! So cool, so cool! +.+ I’m in Singapore right now~ But although I’m far away, eldest sister (T/N: kaeunnuna – eldest sister) will continue to cheer for you! ^_^ Hi hi It’s my first time in Singapore, but the atmosphere is pretty good!!! I’m excited for today’s performance~! And also for the Singapore fans that we will be meeting for the first time~! Nice to meet you all~! Please anticipate us! ^.^


Credits:

Source: Dara’s me2day

Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

Fancam: 2NE1, GD and Top at Singapore Airport

Credit: dania501

YGEshop Information of 2NE1’s 2nd Mini Album

July 28th, 2NE1’s 2nd mini album is being released.

Through this mini album with 6 tracks, 2NE1 will present a title song ‘UGLY’ as well as others including ‘Hate You,’ along with the big hit songs dominated various charts: ‘I AM THE BEST,’ ‘Lonely,’ and ‘Don’t Cry.’ Plus, there will be a bonus track called ‘Don’t Stop the Music,’ which makes the album more exciting.

Unlike other albums before, this album concentrates its design motif on illustrations that reflect 2NE1’s unique style. The illustrations are from a well-known pop artist Mary Kim and her usage of vivid colors and fierce descriptions of characters represent 2NE1 perfectly; such artworks make this album even more collectible.

Pre-Order: 2011.07.14 ~ 07.27

Release: 2011.07.28 (Wednesday)

◎ DETAILS

– Mary Kim illustration booklet, 21 pcs (135*135)
– Poster: depending on initial manufacture quantity, 1 per 1 album
– Family card: depending on initial manufacture quantity, 1 per 1 album
– Contents may vary depending on the situation

◎ SIZE INFORMATION

148 X 148 X 25 (mm)

 Pre-Order GIFT Event

Special prize for YG e-shop pre-sale customers: 2NE1 decorating stickers
(SIZE : 135mm X 135mm)

Source: YGEshop