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News: 2NE1’s Sandara Park transforms herself into a rabbit to celebrate Park Bom’s birthday

2NE1’s Sandara Park transforms herself into a rabbit to celebrate Park Bom’s birthday

2NE1’s Sandara Park recently released a couple of pictures of herself taken at Park Bom’s birthday bash.

On March 25, the smashing beauty of 2NE1 posted the pictures on her me2day account with the comment, “Today’s theme is a rabbit, and the rabbit’s dream to interview Bom about her birthday bash ended in an almost failure.

The “rabbit” added, “I haven’t took many nice shots because it was dark in the theater. Anyway, our members enjoyed a movie, ate galbi, and discussed what should we eat more for a while, but we just went home. It was a great night out!

2NE1’s Minzy also tweeted a picture of Sandara Park biting galbi with the comment, “Sweet Dara.

In the pictures. Dara serves up a big smile while wearing a grey hat with rabbit’s ears.

Netizens responded: “Happy Birthday, Bom!” “Bom’s birthday bash seems to have been nice and simple rather than lavish.” “You look gorgeous, Dara.

 

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Source: Star News  – English

Article: Etude’s Web Drama Starring Sandara And SHINee Is “Most Viewed”

Etude’s Web Drama Starring Sandara And SHINee Is “Most Viewed”

Make-up brand Etude House, which aims to spread fun and play through make-up, recently released their new campaign through their YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/etudeblog) and cable TV. A romantic, fantasy web drama, “Kiss Note,” starring 2NE1’s Sandara Park and SHINee, was released two weeks ago, and have already garnered more than 150,000 views in YouTube, and has succesfully caught the eye of consumers and netizens alike, based on the hot reactions it has gotten.

Sandara Park and SHINee‘s four different kinds of kisses that was shown in the video teaser prior to the official start of the campaign, was even able to get a lot of views in YouTube; and when the five-part CF series (released throughout March 5 to March 12), were revealed one by one, all of the videos proudly rose up to the “Most Viewed” and “Featured Videos” lists.

SHINee’s Minho, Key, Jonghyun, and Taemin, with the main character, Sandara Park, showed four different feelings of love and different kinds of kisses in the “Kiss Note” web drama. The different kinds of kisses and the creative way in which romantic attraction develops, drew a warm response. Especially being popular idol stars, not only in the local scene but also internationally, the loving kissing scenes between 2NE1’s Sandara Park, and SHINee’s Minho, Key, Jonghyun, and Taemin, really shook up both fans and netizens alike.

Viewers grew exceptionally interested with the CF’s web drama format, as it is unusual for a beauty industry selling cosmetic products, but recent evaluations prove that the lovely and interesting storytelling was loved by the consumers.

As it is, because of the popularity of the “Kiss Note” web drama, love and patronage for the new product “Dear My Lips-Talk” grew exponentially, with record sales of more than 100,000 in a mere two weeks after its launching, and is expected to continue to rise in popularity well into March.

In the web drama, the kiss scenes started to come out with the application of the lipstick products from Etude House’s “Dear My Lips-Talk” campaign, putting into emphasis the various colors of coral, red, orange, and pink in the CF. All of the four colors are favorite buys from the consumers also.

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Source: Bokuen News
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

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Info+Photo: 2NE1 And Will.I.Am To Feature In L’Officiel Hommes Korea April 2012 Issue

OMG! This is their spread right here! 

Dara’s close-up shot! /dies And oh, I think the one from Intel Korea Facebook of Will.I.Am, CL, and Bom were for this photohoot. ^^

Also featuring in the issue are Will.I.Am, whose visit to Korea became a hot issue, along with group 2NE1, who are soon going into their Japan activities and promotions. Will.I.Am and 2NE1, will be posing for a full-blown fashion pictorial and interview. 

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Source: Nate + @LofficielHommes on Twitter

Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

T/N: Did not include the parts not related to 2NE1. ^^

Check the cut for the issue’s VERY HOT cover featuring Won Bin. ^^

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News: 2NE1’s “SCREAM” For H.I.S. Taiwan Campaign CM Song Decision!!

“SCREAM” For H.I.S. Taiwan Campaign CM Song Decision!!

The first original single, “SCREAM” which is included in the first Japan full album “COLLECTION” to be released on March 28, has been decided as the CM song for H.I.S. Taiwan campaign!!

H.I.S. Taiwan campaign CM song is set to start broadcasting on March 19!!

Please try to check it out!!

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Source: 2NE1 Japan Website
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

T/N: H.I.S. Taiwan Campaign is like a travel agency company. This is their site in Japan => http://www.his-j.com/dst/taiwan.htm

News: Jung Il Woo Reveals His Friendship With 2NE1’s Dara

Actor Jung Il Woo of MBC‘s ‘The Moon That Embraces the Sun‘ recently guested on Section TV‘s ‘Entertainment Report‘ and revealed his connection to 2NE1‘s Dara.

In his interview, he began talking about a particular friendship with a girl group member. In the past, he had actually had a kiss scene with 2NE1′s Dara in their drama, ‘The Return of Iljimae‘. He stated, “Recently, Dara texted me saying that she was having fun watching my drama. I told her thank you and asked her out for a meal some time.”

He also went ahead and left a video message for Eunjung, revealing that he was a fan of T-ara‘s latest hit, “Lovey Dovey“.

On the topic of his current drama, he talked about the psychological pain he had to endure playing the character of a deeply pained individual. Comparing himself to ‘Yangmyung’, he revealed, “I’m actually a lot like Yangmyung in real life in that I give everything I have to my girlfriend.”

He also went on to tell a funny story where he was unable to wash his face for 40 hours due to the strenuous drama filming, which eventually led to him developing acne.

The episode and the rest of his stories air on March 11th!

Source + Photos: W Star News via Naver + ALLKPOP

News: 2NE1 to Display a Joint Performance with LMFAO and DJ David Guetta in Spring Groove 2012

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Spring Groove marks the fifth anniversary this year, featuring global stars as well as Japanese top musicians. 2NE1 is planning to display a joint performance with LMFAO, leading the global craze for shuffle dance, and electronic DJ David Guetta.

Source: http://star.mt.co.kr/stviewEng.php?type=3&no=2012030808320825971

Article: Kirin Namacha’s Kitagawa Keiko Wants To Be 2NE1’s Manager?

Kirin Namacha’s Kitagawa Keiko Wants To Be 2NE1’s Manager?

On March 5th, actress Kitagawa Keiko attended a press conference for ‘Kirin Namacha‘ as it’s newest image character.

Kitagawa, who will be celebrating her 26th birthday this year, revealed, “My friends already consider me to be ‘around 30′“. She also commented on the CM shoot stating, “During this CM shoot, I tried to make expressions of maturity“.

For this year’s goals, Kitagawa said, “I don’t really like exercising, but starting this year, I want to train my body. Also, I want to get better at cooking.

‘Namacha’ is a green tea that uses 100% Japanese tea leaves that are harvested during the morning. It also uses 10% “raw tea leaves extract”, giving the tea its fresh smell and unique sweetness. Kirin will also launch its new product, “Namacha Midori no Yasai Blend Cha Plus“, which contains 10 different types of green vegetables with a green tea base.

For the CM, Kitagawa worked with foreign children, “At first, I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to communicate with them. However, during the shoot, the children picked flowers and gave them to me… I really like how pure and determined children are“. She added, “In the future, I think it would be fun to play the role of a nurse, school teacher, or mother.

The CM song was decided on “LIKE A VIRGIN” by Korean girl group 2NE1, who requested to collaborate with Kitagawa. The actress proposed, “I want to become their manager, and in-between PV shoots, I want to fan them and serve them tea.

 

Source: http://www.tokyohive.com/2012/03/kitagawa-keiko-chosen-as-new-image-character-for-kirin-namacha/

News: 2NE1 With FPM, Remakes A Popular Song From Madonna.. To Be Released On The 28th

2NE1 With FPM, Remakes A Popular Song From Madonna.. To Be Released On The 28th

4-member group 2NE1 would be having a remake of one of popstar Madonna‘s famous songs.

On the 28th, 2NE1 would be doing activities in Japan again as they would be releasing their first full Japanese album “Collection.” In this album, 2NE1 would also be releasing their remake of Madonna’s hit song, “Like A Virgin,” which they have already recorded.

2NE1‘s “Like A Virgin” is a joint project with Japanese electronic global group, “Fantastic Plastic Machine.” 2NE1 is expected to give the song a stylish and different atmosphere, as the group is quite different from the original artist, Madonna.

The song will be used as a theme song for a Japanese beverage CF. In addition, the new full album would also contrain 2NE1’s new title track “SCREAM” as well as other hit songs like “Love Is Ouch,” “Fire,” and “I Don’t Care.”

On the other hand, 2NE1‘s recently released album jacket photos has gained a lot of attention from fans, raising up more expectations. In the photos revealed to the public, the members showed off a sexy and feminine look, which added more to their charismatic image, presenting a different image to their previous concepts.

As the album release draws nearer, 2NE1 is expected to go full out on activities, including a set of rigid schedules in Japan. On the upcoming 31st, 2NE1 along with labelmate, group Big Bang, are expected to perform on stage for Spring Grove Festival, Japan’s largest R&B and hip-hop festival.

Spring Groove marks the fifth anniversary this year, featuring global stars as well as Japanese top musicians. 2NE1 is planning to display a joint performance with LMFAO, leading the global craze for shuffle dance, and electronic DJ David Guetta.

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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20120308n05642
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara

Videos: 120307 Will.I.Am and 2NE1 Party in Seoul (MNET Wide News)

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[TRANS][NEWS] Big Bang · 2NE1 · Tablo… 13 Artists From YG Entertainment To Appear In Strong Heart

Big Bang · 2NE1 · Tablo… 13 Artists From YG Entertainment To Appear In Strong Heart

Big Bang · 2NE1 · Se7en · Tablo · Psy · Gummy a total of 13 artists from YG Entertainment would be appearing in SBS Entertainment Program, “Strong Heart.”

SBS officials confirmed this through a phone call made with OSEN on Wednesday morning, “Big Bang and 2NE1 members along with Se7en, Tablo, Psy, and Gummy, making a total of 13 YG Entertainment artists, have been confirmed for their appearance in Strong Heart.”

In addition, they expressed, “This being a YG special episode, they would be sharing heartwarming and honest stories that happened within the agency, that they have never revealed before.

The official also said, “Strong Heart – YG Special will be recording on March 15th, and it will be aired in two episodes, on March 27th and April 3rd.”

Meanwhile, this is expected to be the last episode for Strong Heart MC, Lee Seung Gi. They are still looking for the MC to succeed him.

 

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Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20120305n12279
Translated by: BlackjackBelle@OhDara/ SlaveTranslator@WeLoveDara