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News: YGE Signs Contents Licensing Contract with Aurora World

Hmmm, I wonder what this would mean to 2NE1 and to the whole YG Family. Either way, I’m excited for what they have in store for us. ^^

YGE signs contents licensing contract with Aurora World  Read

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CEO Yang Min Seok of YG Entertainment met with Aurora World CEO Choi Young Il at the YG office building on April 10 to sign the licensing contract.

The contract will bring together YG Entertainment′s K-Pop content and Aurora World′s merchandise production and licensing expertise. The two companies aim to add YG′s content to a variety of new merchandise areas, then market and sell the goods to the world.

Aurora World is a character marketing company which has recently been promoting its self-produced animation Yoohoo and Friends with Happy Meals in 6,000 McDonalds branches, scattered throughout 40 European countries.

YG Entertainment and Aurora World′s new partnership is expected to bring about a new wind in contents marketing, and expand the global K-Pop boom to a successful merchandising business.

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Feature: Dara Mentioned in Ricky Lo’s Article in Philippine Star Newspaper Last Year – “Into The Heart of Seoul”

Into the heart of Seoul

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MANILA, Philippines – During a break in the Hollywood Seoul junket for the Liam Neeson starrer Taken 2 middle of last year, I took a quick tour of the Korean Folk Village. What a find I made!

What greeted my friend Raoul Tidalgo and me was the widely-smiling face of Lee Young Ae (far right, above) at the entrance of one section. She’s the Korean actress who played the lead character Janggeum in Jewel in the Palace, a Koreanovela which was a hit in the Philippines aired on GMA.

This is what was written (with Korean translation) on the billboard with the headline Jewel in the Palace Shooting Location: This was used to film scenes involving the Janggeum and Hansanggung rituals for the MBC drama Jewel in the Palace (2003).

Anywhere we went, in malls and at the subway stations, another familiar face greeted us — yes, that of Sandara Park (below, left) endorsing beauty products. Did you know that Sandara so loved the Philippines (where she started her career before joining the top K-Pop group 2NE1) that she would come for incognito visits and she continues to connect with Filipino friends and fans via her Twitter?

At the lobby lounge of Grand Hyatt (sprawled on a hill) where invited journalists were billeted, featured group was Filipino band Sierra (below, right) composed of (from left)  Ledda Vinzons, pianist/arranger/music director; Wena Nagales, soprano 2; Joanne Francisco, soprano 1; Mitch dela Cruz, alto; Carl Trazo, tenor; and Mark Leonardo, bass…shown with DOT Sec. Ramon Jimenez Jr. when he was there in August last year. It was Sierra assigned to entertain Sec. Jimenez and his Philippine staff, and other international guests.

Oops! Pressed for time, we didn’t quite get into the very heart of Seoul, although we felt the beat of it.

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Source: PhilStar.Com

I think this article came out last year? Taken2 was showed last year, and Dara was still with Etude. XD Cool to know though that she is very visible in Korea~! ^^ 

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News: Sandara Park’s “Ageless Beauty” Revealed in Product Shoot, “Is she Really a Vampire?”

Sandara Park’s “Ageless Beauty” Revealed in Product Shoot, “Is she Really a Vampire?”


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Sandara Park‘s ageless features even as she approached her 30s, has attracted a lot of attention.

Make-up brand Clio revealed “Bloom Chick” make-up look for this season, showing off Sandara‘s 21-year-old-like beauty, when in reality, she is already 30-years-old. The new look uses the new line called “Vampire Face 21,” showing off Sandara Park’s looks that’s almost ten years younger than her actual age.

The “Bloom Chick” look emphasizes clear and bright skin, going for a more natural look appropriate for spring time, giving off a bright, sunny mood.

The “Blook Chick” look can be achieved with Clio’s newly released product, “VF21 Base Line” that will give a smooth and sleek finish to one’s skin. The product, “VF21 Vollume Brightener” can be used to make dark areas of the skin appear lighter. The “Virgin Kiss Tinted Lip” number 2 saint peach color is used on the lips to add color.

With her baby-like skin and bright demeanor, Sandara Park‘s features at 30-years-old drew admiration from Clio’s staff, remarking on her perfect looks.

The Sandara Park make-up products that will help maximize one’s attractive looks are available for purchase at “Club Clio” store in Myeongdong, Olive Young stores nationwide, or in “Club Clio” online shop.

On the other hand, group 2NE1, of which Sandara Park is a member of, is preparing for their next album and are focused on their rehearsals.

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Sources: BNT News via Nate, Money Today via Nate

Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

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Article: Big Bang-Epik High-2NE1, YG Artists Take Over German K-Pop Charts

Ooooh! A proud Blackjack, VIP and YG stan here!!! ^_^ Congratulations YG family! ♥

Big Bang-Epik High-2NE1, YG Artists Take Over German K-Pop Charts

YG Entertainment artists such as Big Bang, Epik High and 2NE1 are gearing up to expand the K-Pop industry in Germany.

Recently, a new Facebook page for K-Pop fans in Germany was created called, ‘K-Pop Statistic Germany’.

It was revealed that Epik High was chosen as the best Hip-Hop artist. Best boy group went to Big Bang and best girl group to 2NE1. For the male solo category, G-Dragon was chosen.

For all the categories, from hip-hop artist, female-male solo, group, etc, YG Entertainment artists were chosen for all sections. For the best female solo, CL was chosen along with Lee Hi at number 8 and 9. Singer Ailee was chosen as number 1.

In Korea, YG was also chosen as the country’s best entertainment company with SM Entertainment at a close number 2.

In 2012, YG artists took over the muss charts for one year and was successful with all their new releases. They also successfully completed their world tours and overseas activities as well.

Epik High, who released a new album after a 3 year hiatus along with Psy, 2NE1, Big Bang, Se7en and others, all released new albums that all ranked number 1.

In the case of Big Bang and G-Dragon, their solo and drop title songs were all seen taking over the charts.

YG stated that after the comeback of Psy on April 13, other artists such as Big Bang, 2NE1 and others will be making their comebacks as well.

Big Bang member Daesung also just recently held his first solo Japan concert and will continue to other cities in Japan as well for a total of 19 cities and 25 concerts.

G-Dragon has also begun the Japan portion of his solo world tour and will meet with a total of 550,000 fans from Korea and Japan.

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Video: Dara with Vhong and Ryan Bang in ABS-CBN Clip About Holy Week Vacations

Dara with Ryan Bang and Vhong’s family at 1:38-1:48.. ^^

How Anne, Kim, other stars spent Holy Week

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News: 2NE1 to be Special Guests on G-Dragon’s World Tour Concert Leg in Seoul, Day 2

2NE1 to be Special Guests on G-Dragon’s World Tour Concert Leg in Seoul, Day 2

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On the afternoon of the 30th, G-Dragon marked the beginning of his solo world tour, “One Of A Kind” in Korea’s largest indoor performance hall, the Seoul Olympic Park Gymnastics Staidum. On the day of the concert, G-Dragon also revealed his new song, “michiGO” for the first time, with fans and spectators giving a positive and enthusiastic reaction to the song and the performances.

It appears that G-Dragon had felt sick prior to the concert due to the cold weather and massive preparations to the concert, having a fever and cold, resulting to having to go to the hospital to get checked out. But despite this, he still showed his enthusiasm and passion in performing showing his “ring fighter spirit.”

A representative for G-Dragon told Star News, “For the past several weeks, G-Dragon has been having his rehearsals in a gym in Seoul for his solo concert; when the staff from America all arrived a few days prior, rehearsals were moved to the gymastics stadium, which is the actual venue for the concert,” he said, “Because of the cold weather, he recently got a cold, and after a late night practice the day before his concert on the 30th, he continued to feel sick and suffered from a cold,” he revealed.

He continued, “If one member feels sick during a Big Bang concert, another member can go up on-stage to help. But since this is a solo concert, G-Dragon went up on-stage himself for his concert on the 30th, even after going to the hospital the night before,” he said, “G-Dragon put on a wonderful show full of passionate performances that the audience didn’t even notice that he was sick prior to it.”

According to the same representative, 2NE1‘s leader, CL, who performed the song, “The Leaders,” with G-Dragon on the 30th, saw the urgency. He then suggested that 2NE1 be guest performers for the World Tour in Seoul second day concert on the 31st at the Gymnastics Stadium. With 2NE1 as guest performers for the concert, G-Dragon would not have to perform the full 2-hour concert by himself, which is relatively unhealthy given his body’s current state. With the girlgroup as guests, he could have time to rest in between performances and allow his strength and stamina to replenish.

Seeing G-Dragon‘s situation after performing with him and hearing his request, CL had called the 2NE1 members on the spot. 2NE1 member Sandara Park initially had a personal schedule on the 31st and was set to leave for the Philippines on that day. But it was revealed that Sandara Park, understanding the situation, had chosen to postpone her trip to the Philippines in favor of guesting in the concert, showing her friendship with G-Dragon. Thus, on the second day of his Seoul concert tour, G-Dragon would have 2NE1 as special guests.

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Source: Star News via Nate

Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

T/N: The article actually stated that Dara was going to Thailand. But we know that she was going to the Philippines on that day, to support MBLAQ’s concert, so I changed the info. ^^ Besides, Dara confirmed it herself via her tweets. ^^

Check out the cut for the official news from YGE as posted on YG-Life.

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News: 2NE1 to Perform as “Special Guests” for G-Dragon’s Concert Tonight

This is just an informal translation!

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G-Dragon got really sick while he was preparing for his concert in Seoul. He went to the hospital and got an IV before the concert because they would rehearse into the night coupled with the cold weather.

After G-Dragon’s concert on March 30, he asked 2NE1 to be guests for the concert on the 31st so he can get some rest in between while 2NE1 is performing. CL asked 2NE1 to perform on behalf of GD. Dara initially had a schedule on 31st March, but decided to be the guest for GD therefore canceling her trip. Dara was supposed to be in the Philippines to support MBLAQ’s concert.

Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20130331n02669

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News: Actor Lee Sung Jae’s favorite spring time song is 2NE1′s “I Don’t Care”

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Actor Lee Sung Jae revealed that he has a song he listens to whenever this time of the year hits. That song turns out to be one of 2NE1‘s oldies, “I Don’t Care“!

March 29th broadcast of MBC‘s ‘I Live Alone‘ showed the members Noh Hong Chul, Kim Kwang Kyu, Defconn, Seo In Guk, Kim Tae Won, and Lee Sung Jae preparing for the season of spring.

The members talked about songs that remind them of spring, and Lee Sung Jae had other nodding along when he shared, “When it becomes spring, I listen to ‘I Don’t Care‘.”

Then, Kim Tae Won started playing 2NE1′s song on his guitar and Lee Sung Jae attempted to sing the chorus of “I Don’t Care“. Defconn started to sing along as well, and the others laughed as “I Don’t Care” suddenly transformed into a trot-like song in their attempts.

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News: Big Bang and 2NE1 Often Visit 1TYM’s Song Baek Kyung’s Curry Place

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Although the group hasn’t been active since 2005, 1TYM’s Song Baekkyung revealed that he still keeps in touch with the people at YG Entertainment.

On March 27’s broadcast of SBS’ One Night of Entertainment, Song Baek Kyung was featured in a segment trying to find out what first generation idol group members were up to these days. The program staff visited Song Baek Kyung, who currently owns three curry houses with fellow member Oh Jin Hwan.

During the interview, he mentioned that Big Bang comes to eat at his restaurant often. “2NE1 really likes curry, so although it’s usually not allowed, I let them do take-out,” explained Song Baek Kyung. On whether or not he receives money from them, he replied, “Well, 2NE1 isn’t the one paying and it’s from YG Entertainment, so I definitely take the money.”

Not only that, Song Baek Kyung was recently revealed to have participated in Lee Hi’s new album for the song Rose. He explained that he randomly visited Teddy’s studio, and somehow randomly ended up producing a song. He hoped to one day return to the music scene.

Lee Hi’s Rose is scheduled to be released on March 28.

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News: 2NE1, Ryu Seung Ryong, and Kim Nam Ju chosen as the ‘Power Entertainers of Korea 2013′

Oooooh~!!! This one’s so awesome! I feel so proud for the girls since they haven’t done anything significant like a comeback or an album release this year but still,  they managed to be on top~ 2NE1 jjang! ^_^ Congratulations girls!!! <333

News: 2NE1, Ryu Seung Ryong, and Kim Nam Ju chosen as the ‘Power Entertainers of Korea 2013′

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2NE1, actor Ryu Seung Ryong, and actress Kim Nam Joo were ranked the top ‘Power Entertainers of 2013‘ in the categories of film, drama, and music.

The prestigious KAIST University measured the influence of celebrities including actors and actresses, singers, and TV personalities, and released the results of their ‘Power Entertainers of Korea 2013′ report. For the film category, the entertainers’ long-term box office sales over the past 3 to 5 years were counted and for the other categories, the votes of 1,300 people from their teens to 5os were researched to rank the most popular entertainers among a wide range of age groups.

In the ‘film’ category, actor Ryu Seung Ryong was ranked #1 for his roles in the box office smash hit films ‘Masquerade‘ and ‘Miracle In Cell No. 7‘. Actor Ha Jung Woo came in 2nd and Park Bo Young was the representative actress in the top 10 at #7.

In the ‘drama’ category, Kim Nam Joo ranked #1 for her role in the popular drama ‘You Who Rolled In Unexpectedly‘ and Son Hyun Joo trailed behind in 2nd place.

In the ‘music’ category, 2NE1 ranked #1 and Busker Busker ranked #2.

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