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News: Dara, Cute Pose with Two Beers in Her Hand

Dara, Cute Pose with Two Beers in Her Hand

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[OSEN=Issue Team] Girl group 2NE1 member Dara took a cute picture holding two bottles of beer.

Sandara Park tweeted on 1st yesterday with a caption that reads “Happy 1M followers” and added her picture to celebrate having over million followers.

In this picture, Dara hold red colored beer in one hand and blue colored beer in the other and acted as if she is drinking. Her happy face and the beer shot is making a fun but cute scene.

Regarding Dara’s picture, netizens commented: “Dara is cute whatever she does”. “I want to try that beer”, “I’m also a follower of hers” and so on.

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News: 2NE1, Despite the Music Video Setback Will Release the New Song on August 7th as Planned

2NE1, DESPITE THE MUSIC VIDEO SETBACK WILL RELEASE THE NEW SONG ON 7TH AUGUST AS PLANNED

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[OSEN=박현민 기자] Despite the setback in their music video production, girl group 2NE1 plans to keep their promise with fans by releasing the sound clip of the new song DO YOU LOVE ME on 7th of August.

On YG’s official blog, CEO Yang Hyun-suk posted that “2NE1 has already successfully completed the choreography of the song with a new choreographer from abroad. Yet, there has been a bit of a setback for the production of the music video, which was scheduled to be directed by Seo Hyun-seung.”

This kind of thing is very common when working on albums. Normally, people in the business delay the release date for a couple of weeks. However, 2NE1 is planning to release a new song every month so if we postpone this month’s release, it will create a domino-effect leading to the delays for the next songs. This will become a major setback for 2NE1’s plan” said Yang.

So as a stop gap measure, YG decided to create a home video with mobile phones and old-fashioned cameras. This plan took into consideration that 2NE1 enjoys higher YouTube viewership among fans around the world compared to many other Korean girl groups.

We believe that this home video style can work as it will show a natural and casual aspect of 2NE1, who has so far showcased several music videos emphasizing their unique fashion styles in glamorous sets. It came from an idea that tried to make the best of the situation” he stated.

Due to this schedule, 2NE1 finished their TV promotion activities for FALLING IN LOVE after appearing on SBS’s Music Trend (Inkigayo) last week.

Regarding 2NE1’s upcoming new song DO YOU LOVE ME, set to be released on 7th of August, Yang asked for support that “the upcoming song, produced by YG’s main producer TEDDY, is full of fierceness and excitement that suits the summer season, just like I Am The Best released in the summer of 2011.

Credits: YG-Life

News: 2NE1 Shines on Running Man – 2NE1’s Long-Awaited Appearance on a Variety Show

2NE1 SHINES ON RUNNING MAN – 2NE1’S LONG-AWAITED APPEARANCE ON A VARIETY SHOW

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[OSEN=황미현 기자] 2NE1 has appeared on a variety show, full of activities, for the first time since the debut, an opportunity for each member to show off their own unique charm.

2NE1 and TAEYANG guested on the SBS’s TV show “Good Sunday – Running Man” televised from 6:10 PM KST on 28th to accomplish missions under the theme of “alien idols’ invasion of Earth.”

The first appearance of 2NE1 on a national variety TV show turned out to be an excellent opportunity for the four girls to show off their wit and talent.

Among other things, each of the four members showed their own unique charms and characters, proving that they are excellent entertainers.

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DARA was cute and adorable with her characteristic uniqueness. With her hair tied into a palm tree like shape just like on her debut stage, DARA made everyone laugh when she tried to hide behind bushes or rode in a car. She never went unnoticed because of her unique hairstyle! DARA was just adorable when she asked “Should I reply?” after getting a text message from the production crew about a mission, and when she shouted with joy “Yay!” after securing a water container.

The youngest member MINZY earned a nickname thanks to her great “power”. During a game in a pool in Yeoido, Seoul, MINZY successfully fought against both Kim Jong-kook and Song Ji-hyo at once, and did the splits to everyone’s astonishment. Moreover, she succeeded in securing water in a game to fill up a water tank by tricking her way. This way, MINZY got her new nickname, “champion girl.”

BOM bent over backwards to protect younger musicians, especially from Lee Kwang-soo, and when she did, it was both hilarious and cute. When Lee complimented MINZY on her look, BOM said “No flirting with MINZY.” Later at the YG building, Lee tried to start a conversation with Akdong Musician, and BOM said “Please stop flirting with kids! They are like my younger sisters.” She was also sincere and frank when she asked Yoo Jae-suk’s advice, saying “I want to shed the image of 2NE1 that we are somewhat intimidating.

Leader CL demonstrated her brilliance and earned high praises from Gary. CL astonished everyone by remembering about quizzes in no time, which she took while completing other missions. Not only that, she was the first to infer a place in the YG building to complete a mission and also to find out a password to the place of the last mission, using musical notes. As such, Gary said “I’ve got to like you. I need a smart girl like you.”

On the show, each member of 2NE1 showed their unique charms such as power, brainpower, unique look, and silver tongue, proving that they have what it takes to be outstanding entertainers.

The team of Yoo Jae-suk, Lee Kwang-soo, BOM, and MINZY won the race of the episode by securing 21 liters of water.

Credits: YG-Life

News: 2NE1 Takes Charge of MV Filming for Upcoming Track “Do You Love Me”

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It’s an exciting time to be a 2NE1 fan!

On July 29, YG Entertainment released more information regarding 2NE1’s next track titled “Do You Love Me.” The song is the work of Teddy’s creativity and it has a similar strong and exciting tone as the group’s 2011 hit “I Am the Best.” It is a track that fits well with the summer mood.

2NE1 will trade in big budget sets, high fashion stage costumes, and crisp, high definition music videos for a more natural setting with normal day to day clothes and “home video” type of music video with old cameras and handphones.

“Do You Love Me” is planned to be released on August 7.

Source: Soompi

News: 2NE1 To Release Next Single “DO YOU LOVE ME” on August 7

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Korean girl group 2NE1 will be releasing a new single next month.

2NE1’s agency YG Entertainment announced through their official blog YG Life on Monday that the group will be releasing their new tune “DO YOU LOVE ME” on August 7.

The group recently released reggae tune “Falling in Love” earlier this month and announced the there will be more singles released every month until October when they finally roll out a new EP or second studio album.

According to the blog, “DO YOU LOVE ME” is produced by YG’s main producer TEDDY, and will be a song that fits the summertime, similar to “I AM THE BEST” released last summer.

Also, the group is done practicing the song and choreography but the schedule for the music video shoot has run into a problem.

In such a case, the song’s release itself would usually be pushed back by about two weeks but doing so would affect the schedule for the rest of 2NE1′s upcoming releases so they have decided to stick to the original date yet create a home video-type music video shot with old cameras and mobile phone cameras.

2NE1 wrapped up their promotional activities for “Falling in Love” on SBS’s music program “Inkigayo” yesterday.

Reporter. Kang Jung Yeon atoz@tenasia.co.kr
Editor. Jessica Kim

News: Dara In Running Man, Eliminated After Shortest Time Ever

Dara In Running Man, Eliminated After Shortest Time Ever

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[OSEN= Hwang Mi Hyun] 2NE1’s Dara stuck out with her eccentric character.

In the episode of SBS ‘Good Sunday-Running Man’ aired on 28th, 2NE1 and Taeyang made appearance and carried out their mission given under the theme ‘Earth Invasion of Aliens.’

Dara appeared with a concept of being an alien in her palm tree hair style she had when she made her debut.

She continuously evoked laughter by displaying eccentric side of her. Upon receiving the mission on her cell phone, she even asked if she had to reply to the text.

Dara hid behind a bush saying she is not good at physical competition since she is weak. However, her hair was sticking out from the bush. The scene helped Dara share cute side of her.

Eventually, Dara was found by the opponent and she became the first one to drop out of the team. Dara stuck out during the whole show evoking laughter.

Credits: Naver Star Call

News: “Falling in Love” by 2NE1 is Number One on China Weekly Music Video Site

“Falling in Love” by 2NE1 is Number One on China Weekly Music Video Site

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[OSEN=Lee Hye-rin] Popular girl group 2NE1‘s music video for their new song “Falling in Love” has made it to numer one in China’s music video site Yinyuetai.

2NE1 recently took the top spot in the site, getting a green light for their future activities in China.

YG is currently taking strides to enter China. It will establish a Chinese branch within the year, and on July 24 it opened its official channel in Youku, the largest video site in the great China region with the aim of beginning hallyu marketing with Samsung Electronics.

On July 24 at 3 p.m. (local time), CEO Yang Min-suk held an agreement ceremony in Beijing’s Conrad Hotel with Youku Tudou’s Chief Content Officer Xiangyang Zhu and China’s Samsung Electronics Marketing Director Park Jung-jun, agreeing to establish the “YG Family Channel” in the Youku Tudou site.

YG plans to exclusively provide premium contents to the great China region through Youku including music videos of label artists such as Big Bang, 2NE1, PSY, etc. as well as interviews, making-of videos, Big Bang world tour documentaries and more.

Falling in Love” is a reggae song written by Teddy that showcases 2NE1‘s cute and feminine charms as opposed to their usual fierce, charismatic side. The song was also chosen as the “Song of the Summer” by MTV online on July 22.

Credits: Naver Star Cast

News: Sandara Park & Park Bom Sell Limited Edition Socks “Double Park Spotted at Hongdae”

Sandara Park & Park Bom sell limited edition socks “Double Park spotted at Hongdae”

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[TV Report=Kim Min-jiSandara Park and Park Bom from the girl group 2NE1 have been spotted at the Hongdae area. 

On July 25, Sandara Park posted a comment on her Twitter account, “Double Park ! We haven’t decided a place yet. We will go anywhere we would like. Anywhere we feel right! Where is a crowded area near Hapjeong, Double Park’s home ground?

She went on to say, “We are thinking of going out when the sun goes down. It is too hot right now. I need to protect my skin from the UV rays! (Oh~ a cosmetic model~). It will be a couple of hours before the sunset! How should we get to the place? I am tired of vans now.” She added, “Alright! We’ve made up our mind. Let’s go to the Hongdae playground!”

Sandara Park said in delight, “Thank you, everyone! The 21 pairs of socks have been sold out in no time! We are also sold-out idols now. Yeah!

Sandara Park finally said, “Dara becomes the king of sales! We should hang out now as we worked hard! Jjang-mae (her manager) living in Incheon tipped me on great dating places. I am on my way there. It is not a date with a boyfriend. It is a Double Park date.

In the picture, Sandara Park and Park Bom are selling ‘Double Park’ socks at the Hongdae area, which is a unique promotion strategy. They actively engaged in the sales event by managing the whole process by themselves.  

Fans responded with comments such as “They are cute” “I want to buy Double Park socks” “They make me want to live in Seoul” “They are keen on promoting Double Park” “The socks are cute” and “Go, Sandara Park and Park Bom!”

2NE1 is set to release a new song early August. Double Park TV’ hosted by Park Bom and Sandara Park is to premiere soon.

Credits: Naver Star Cast

News: BIGBANG ang 2NE1 nominated for WMA Along with Psy

BIGBANG ang 2NE1 nominated for WMA along Psy

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[OSEN= Park Jeong-seun] YG Entertainment artists including Psy, BIGBANG and 2NE1 were nominated for the 2013 World Music Awards.

The 2013 World Music Awards recently announced its nominees and the list included not only YG’s biggest world star Psy but also BIGBANG, 2NE1 and Lee Hi in various categories.

Psy was nominated for two awards, “World’s Best Live Act and “World’s  Best Song.” The “World’s Best Live Act” nominees also included G-Dragon and 2NE1. They will be competing with Adele, Avril Lavigne and Bruno Mars.

In the case of G-Dragon, he was again in the nominees’ roster as part of BIGBANG. Both BIGBANG and 2NE1 were nominated for the “World’s Best Group” and will compete fair and square with each other for the honor. Other nominees included world names such as Bon Jovi, Daftpunk and Coldplay.

YG’s youngest member Lee Hi was also nominated for “World’s Best Song” alongside Linkin Park and Taylor Swift.

The YG artists’ taking over of the world is getting even bigger on the back of the general K-pop global boom, Psy’s borderless success and the growing popularity of BIGBANG and 2NE1 beyond Asia as well as the potential newcomer Lee Hi.

The World Music Award is an international awards show founded in 1989 that annually honors artists around the world. It is broadcasted in some 160 countries including the United States and in Europe, Oceania and Africa. A number of K-Pop stars including Psy. BIGBANG and Super Junior were nominated in 2012 World Music Awards.

Credits: Naver Star Cast

News: 2NE1 Goes Bowling Park Bom-Sandara Park VS CL-Gong Min-ji

2NE1 goes bowling Park Bom-Sandara Park VS CL-Gong Min-ji

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[TVReport=Kim Min-ji] The girl group 2NE1 has posted a picture at a bowling alley.

In the afternoon of July 23, Park Bom uploaded a picture on her Instagram account with a comment, “2NE1 at Pierrot Strike.

Sandara Park said, “Big Park gave up because of her long nails polished with pretty designs. So Little Park went two times. My arm hurts.”

Park Bom said, “My nails broke and almost bled. She was good at bowling. She hit strikes.”

In the picture, Park Bom looks very close to Sandara Park, CL, and Gong Min-ji. They boasted a strong teamwork in the subdued atmosphere under dark lighting.

Fans responded with comments such as “Bowling looks fun” “Did you have a match 2:2?” “Their face is cute” “Who won?” “They look excited” “They are pretty” and “I want to see Sandara Park hit a strike.”

2NE1 is actively promoting their new track ‘FALLING IN LOVE’.

Credits: Naver Star Cast