Archive for 2011

[TRANS][FEATURE][Feature Special | Sandara Park on SNS 24/7] Whether she’s in the car or beauty salon…Me2day chats for the whole day

Sandara Park is one of those leading stars who communicates with her fans through SNS, in her case, Me2day, where as of the 21st, she already has 323, 261 me2day

friends. On February, during Big Bang’s comeback, G-Dragon’s followers swelled up to 323, 853, narrowly gaining the number 1 crown. But still, her me2day friends are still

double than that of IU, who has 191, 247 friends. Sandara Park tells us how stars are currently closely related to SNS, and how it allows them to tell fans about their day. We take a glimpse into the life of Sandara Park, as we follow her on Friday, March 18th, as she goes on a commercial shoot.

8:00AM | The Smartphone Wakes her up in the morning

“Ddan dan dan dan dan~!” was the loud sound of the smartphone’s ringtone. It was the sound of the phone’s alarm ring at 8AM. Because she had an advertising shooting schedule that day, she has to get up earlier than usual. She frequently uses the smartphone’s alarm so she would not have to listen to her manager’s wake-up call. But she is still so tired!

9:00AM | Beginning to search for 2NE1 articles

After getting up, she takes a shower, a quick bite to eat , etc, she goes to her designated beauty salon in Cheongdamdong, Seoul. On her way there, she uses her smartphone to access the Internet, and search for 2NE1 articles. She also visits YG Entertainment’s website, to check on the posts and read netizens’ comments. She then logs into her me2day account to read her “mitufriends” comments.

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[NEWS] [TRANSLATION] [022311] Japan’s Debut of 2NE1, The KPOP Strongest Girl 4-Duo!

Originally Published on February 23, 2011 @ Chunichi.co.jp

Girl‘s unit, 2NE1, the 4 member powerful group from South Korea is to debut in Japan with their Japanese version of single “GO AWAY” to be released this spring. They debut in South Korea around 2009, and were known as the “Younger Sister” of the popular classic group consists of 5 men, “BIGBANG” and were awarded as the Rookie of the Year award in Japan.

2NE1 achieved more than 30 crowns by last year. Their high quality music, well refined dance moves, styles, and even famous artists paying attention to them all over the world, this group is expected to break big in Japan.

“It’s been a long time our Japan debut awaits. We work hard to meet and answer the expectations from the fans, and we hope that many people will listen to the music of 2NE1.” Leader of the group CL (shi-eru= 19), who lived in Japan in the past, said excitedly.
The group consists of 4 members CL, Dara (dara= 26), Bom (bom= 26), and Minzy (minji= 17). The group name stands for “21” and New Evolution of the 21st Century. If you look at their lyrics it expresses and state the art of R&B sounds in which the likes of Lady Gaga and Rihanna made to resemble, and the group goes an all round concepts of independent woman to bring that they are cool, attractive, charming the way they are, plus their sexy dance.

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[NEWS][TRANSLATION] 2NE1 Exclusive Interview (Additional Information)

2NE1 gives off a good sense of play when on stage. Is this the result of practice?

– Our appearance is not usually like that. Normally, we are very quiet in nature, but when we go on stage, our playing comes out. It’s just natural that our repressed emotions come out when a potential chance comes.

What do you think about the fact that you are enjoying great popularity because of your skills and style?

– It’s natural. But with only the four of us, we can’t achieve it. We got more popular because of our good music and refined styling. We get to be around and meet lots of people, including producers and stylists. They give us a good wrap.

There are many sexy girl groups. Does 2NE1 not want to be sexy?

– Different standards. We try to do different things our way. Songs like “Fire” are strong, while “I Don’t Care” was a pretty song. While for “Can’t Nobody” the concept was sexy. People just have different concepts for what is hot. Honestly, we ran this race with almost no feminine clothing. If we do that, we think that our confidence would vanish. We’re more comfortable with pants. Of course, with one exception of someone who has beautiful legs, Bom.

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[PHOTOS] 2NE1: ‘NEW Generation IT Girls’ for Nylon Japan & The Bling

[Original Text] NYLON JAPAN5月号は3月28日発売!表紙は日本デビュー間近の2NE1。限定ポスター付き!1部につき20円を義援金として被災地に寄付します。また下記でも義援金のご協力をお願いしてます http://nylon.jp

[Translation] The NYLON JAPAN May edition will be put on the market on March 28. The cover is the girl group 2NE1 for their close Japan debut. With limited poster. 20 Yen in each will be contributed to the stricken area as a relief and condolence money for the recent Japan catastrophe. http://nylon.jp We asks for the cooperation for this relief operation.

3/28 (Monday) 2NE1 will be the cover issue and cover story in NYLON JAPAN May edition. Sale will be on March 28. With special limited edition poster of 2NE1xNYLON. Moreover, in every sale 20 Yen will be contibuted as relief and condolences to the stricken area of the recent Japan earthquake. Details will be seen in the homepage of NYLON JAPAN http://nylon.jp

[T/N:According to NYLON COVER of 2NE1 http://bit.ly/i34pEF : NEW Generation IT Girls!]

Credits:

Source: http://www.mobypicture.com/user/togawatakashi/view/9020359;

http://www.2ne1.jp/info4.html

Translated by: sivsema@Twitter

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Source: As Tagged + thebling_twit

Thanks to: Zhea + rmarie

[NEWS][TRANSLATION] Nikon Coolpix P300 Reservations Sales To Be Held

Nikon Imaging Korea would be launching this year’s new product, “Nikon Coolpix P300,” with a showcase and reservation sale (A/N: This is a new product, so they’re getting reservations for the item.) this 21st.

P300 Nikon Coolpix is a compact digital camera equipped with f1.8 lens for optical stabilization, which makes it and ideal product for bright, colorful, high-resolution photos.

Recently signed as the product’s advertising model, 2NE1, with one person, Sandara Park signed on as the main model, which is the reason why this product is referred to as the “Sandara Digicam.”

The sale reservation events would be held in seven sites Lotte.com, Lotte-I Mall, New World Mall, CJ Mall, H. Mall, A-K Mall, and GS Shop, where the online shopping is on-going from the 21st to the 25th.

The reservations sales event or “Nikon Coolpix P300” also offers a basic set of 4GB SD Memory Card and soft case (CS-NK48), and as a special gift to customers who will purchase the camera during the events period, a ZumReed headphone and a compact tripod would be given away. Selling price for reservations is 398,000 won.

Credits:

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20110321n06764
Translated by: SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara/ BlackjackBelle@OhDara

Please do not edit or delete the credit lines when re-uploading. Thanks. ^^

Photos: 2NE1 Prays for Japan

Source: Naver

Credits: MickyBOBEDCpinkMICWeLoveDara

Thanks to: DCpinkMIC + WeLoveDara + Zhea

News: Go behind-the-scenes with 2NE1 as they prepare for their comeback next month

Sports Chosun was recently granted exclusive access into the YG Entertainment building in order get a sneak peek at 2NE1’s preparations for their comeback next month!

Their interview kicked off in the basement, where the girls stretched and synced their choreography in a rehearsal room surrounded by mirrors.  Shortly afterwards, the members laughed as they exclaimed, “Our dancing isn’t in sync, right?  It’s so different!”

CL explained, “We want to be like the other groups and sync our fingers and toes, but it doesn’t work like that on stage for us.  We just let everything go when we get up there and lend our bodies to the music.  It’s not that we do it on purpose.”

Bom added, “Even our choreographer doesn’t come up with anything until he listens to our music with us.  He comes up with ideas naturally, so our individuality fits right in.”

Later, the girls moved to their recording room, and they reminisced back to the time when they first entered the room. Bom revealed, “I remember that all four of us sat like this on the sofa.  We were rookies, so we didn’t dare lean back either; at the time, recording was a very tiring process.”

Regarding their album preparations, which is scheduled for release next month, the girls revealed, “We currently have one track finished.  We’ll probably have to live in the recording room for now.”

Finally, the interview led to their training area, where their personal trainer revealed that the members receive training specific to their needs. At the mention of how Bom usually headlines for her weight, she explained, “When I first saw the reports, I wondered to myself why such reports were being made since I didn’t think I was that fat.  I was a bit surprised at first, but I became more determined to overcome it with my own skills (laughter).”

Source: Vitalsign @ ALLKPOP

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Thanks to WeLoveDara ❤

Check out more Dara and 2NE1 photos from Sports Chosun posted HERE <== Click! Click! ❤

Videos: [Updated] 2NE1’s 11st CF Making + YG Family’s Nikon CF ver. 2 + 2NE1 for ‘I Say Music’

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Photos: Sports Chosun features 2NE1

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Source: As Tagged + Nate

Thanks to: DCpinkMIC

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Photos: Dara’s Etude Billboard in the Philippines + Etude Phils. Promo

*in Guadalupe, Makati*

source: tmmerto91

Thanks to tmmerto91 for the photos ❤

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