Article: Dispatch Ranks the Girl Groups of 2013 – 2NE1 at #5

As usual, the competition among the trending idol girl groups has been fiercely intense in the year of 2013.  They have been releasing albums left and right, filming CFs, doing individual events, and more to get their name out there. 

Media outlet Dispatch ranked the top girl groups of 2013 by giving them scores based on various factors such as music album sales, music scores (based on digital charts), YouTube views, music show wins, rankings on overseas iTunes charts, number of fan cafe members, and more.  Out of all the songs a girl group may have promoted during the year, the song with the best score was chosen as the standard for each category’s points.

Although the competition may have been fierce, Girls’ Generation unsurprisingly grabbed the number one spot with quite a lead, more than tripling the score of second place runner-ups SISTAR.  2NE1 ranked at #5.

2NE1 proved very popular overseas.  They released “Falling in Love” in July, which became number one on seven different countries’ iTunes charts: Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, Brunei, and Hong Kong.  They got second place for YouTube points (134) with a total of 13 million views.  However, their scores within Korea were relatively low because “Falling in Love” was a digital single.  As they did not sell any physical albums, there were no points in that category.  Their points in the promotion category were also low as YG minimized the girls’ exposure, putting them in ninth place for nine pictorials and three CFs.  Regardless, they won second place for the number of fan cafe members (~ 78,000).

Check out the full list in the bar graph and charts below to see the full breakdown.

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Article: Sandara Park’s Pool-Playing Picture Reveals Luxurious Interior of YG Building

[TV Report=Kim Ka-young] 2NE1’s Sandara Park has uploaded a picture of her playing pool.

On September 30, Sandara Park uploaded a picture on her me2day account with a comment, “Killing time in YG building. I play pool in my free time. Do I look like a good pool player?”

In the picture is Sandara Park in front of a pool table. She is staring at the billiard balls with a cue stick in her hand.

The YG building mentioned by Sandara Park is impressive as well. The building of YG Entertainment is giving off classy and luxurious vibes with a neat interior and a high ceiling.

Internet users responded with comments such as, “Sandara Park looks like a professional” “Oh, she plays pool as well” “She looks like a really good player” and “I want to play pool with you.”

Photograph=Sandara Park’s me2day account

By intern reporter Kim Ka-young kky1209@tvreport.co.kr

Article: ‘The Bachelor’ 2014 spoiler: Juan Pablo Heads to South Korea

So I guess its pretty much confirmed that 2NE1’s Mini Concert was for Episode 4 of “The Bachelor”! ^_^

Juan Pablo Galavis is The Bachelor 2014 and has already started filming his season of the show. Reality Steve has been sharing spoilers about the show already. Today he posted about where they are going already. The show is traveling and the women are not stuck in the mansion together.

Steve said: “SPOILER: “Bachelor” filming has moved to Seoul, South Korea for episode 4. Group date filmed today with the K-pop group “2ne1.” Fans are already replying to Steve about loving the group and say that is one way to get them to watch the show. It will be interesting to see how it all turns out. This season obviously didn’t spend very much time in LA before moving on to new areas. It is pretty normal for them to have a famous group or singer on the set for a date.

What do you guys think about 2NE1 appearing on “The Bachelor”?

Source: http://entertainment.gather.com

Article: 2NE1 Attend Vogue Fashion’s Night Out in Seoul + Dara Sports a New Pink and Blonde Hairstyle

On September 27, the stylish girls of 2NE1 attended Vogue’s ‘Fashion Night Out‘ event in Seoul. It must have been hard not to notice the girls as they made their appearance and even harder to tear your eyes away! Many Korean news sources quickly gathered around the girls to take a ton of pictures.

Park Bom looked cute and pretty with her usual long hair and bangs. Her one-piece was simple yet unique with its colorful pattern. Minzy also boasted a very colorful blazer with a mesmerizing orange, pink, and black pattern. To make sure her blazer stood out but her outfit wasn’t too overwhelming, Minzy showed a good sense of fashion by choosing black for the rest of her apparel.

CL looked charismatic as usual with her dark black hair. Most notably, she was wearing bright red leather pants with a matching jacket casually placed around her shoulders. The black under shirt exposed enough of her skin so that she looked both sexy and classy overall.

Perhaps most notable, however, was Dara sporting a new and attention-grabbing hairstyle! Her hair had been dyed mostly blonde with some bright, bubble gum pink highlights. She was also wearing a furry yellow vest with black stripes that bees would undoubtedly envy as it looked incredibly warm–perfect for the chilly fall weather!

Source: Allkpop

Article: 2NE1’s Sandara Park to Hold Bazaar with Her Outfits

2NE1’s Sandara Park to Hold Bazaar with Her Outfits

If there’s anyone with a closet full of crazy and colorful outfits (other than G-Dragon), it would be 2NE1’s Sandara Park, and she’s taking this time to do some spring, er, autumn cleaning by setting up a bazaar.

On September 24, she tweeted, “Hello ^^ I have something fun to share with people who are interested in clothes. I think it’s time to say good bye to all the regular clothes and stage outfits that I enjoyed wearing during promotions TT. It’s a bit saddening, but I decided to hold a bazaar to organize everything at once!! Clap clap clap~”

She continued, “It won’t just be clothes, but a~lot of unique and diverse items will be there! So this is an opportunity to look around or maybe even get lucky with an item. ^_^ I’ll be holding it at 10 Corso Como in Cheongdahm at 7PM on October 11, so please come~ ps. Our members’ items will also be mixed in~!!!”

Source: MWAVE

Article: 2NE1 to Represent Korea in Adidas “Unite All Originals” Campaign

2NE1 will be representing Korea in Adidas‘ new campaign ‘Unite All Originals‘! 

Through the campaign, 2NE1 will be working with legendary American hip hop group Run-DMC and DJ A-Trak for a new, modern collaboration of music. The ladies will be releasing songs and music videos by getting inspiration from what their fans upload on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Fans can join in by giving 2NE1 inspiration with their own music, videos, pictures, or writing. All they have to do is tag their posts with #Unitewith2NE1, and 2NE1 will be revealing which lucky fans, who’ll also be receiving gifts, were chosen in October.

Adidas said, “‘Adidas Originals’ planned this campaign to tell the story of 2013’s generation. We want to combine the culture and trend of 2013 and make something that’s newer and more passionate.”

Credit: AllKpop

Article: 2NE1 Shares the Difficulties they Face on Variety Shows

2NE1 are loved for their 4-D charms on variety shows, but they admit that their lovable awkwardness is not intentional. It’s just that they haven’t adjusted to broadcasts yet.

On the August 30th broadcast of ‘Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook‘, MC Yoo Hee Yeol asked 2NE1, “Whenever you come on ‘Sketchbook’, how do you feel?” Park Bom confessed, “It’s a little nerve-racking. Because we still haven’t fully adjusted yet. We’re not sure if we could just say whatever we want. I don’t know if I could speak in my own style.” When asked about her style, Park Bom shared, “Usually, I’m very free. I’m very honest. Broadcasts are difficult.” 

The MC tried to help the girls out, suggesting, “If you’re curious about anything, ask me.” Dara replied, “I have one question! In my case, I have to talk as well. If I say something, the atmosphere dies. Can I learn how to talk with sense from Hee Yeol oppa?” 

The girls were then questioned about how they get past the awkward moments, and leader CL shared, “We move on to the next thing. Like the next song? Always. To try to pass it quickly.”

Source: Allkpop