By Blogger Master Senin, 30 April 2012 0 comments

Although the press premiere of the movie “I AM” has been cancelled, the showcase featuring SM Entertainment’s artists was still held on April 30 at 7PM KST.

SM Entertainment’s artists including Kangta, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, SHINee and f(x), along with movie director Choi Jin Sung attended the event. Aside from interviews, each artist also shared some behind-the-scenes stories they hadn’t revealed in the past during the showcase.

“I AM” movie documents the performances and daily lives of SM artist at the previous “SMTOWN Live in New York” held at Madison Square Garden. The film will be in theaters on May 10.

By Blogger Master Sabtu, 28 April 2012 0 comments

The “SMTOWN LIVE WORLD TOUR III” that kicks off in LA on 20 May will be making a much anticipated stop in Japan!

With a new format and performances as well as new collaborations, this upgraded version of “SMTOWN LIVE WORLD TOUR III” is something you should not miss.

[SMTOWN LIVE WORLD TOUR III in TOKYO]

■ Date : 4 & 5 August 2012

■ Location : Tokyo Dome

■ Opening time/Start time

・4 August (15:00 / 17:00)
・5 August (14:00 / 16:00)

■ Performers list :

BoA / Tohoshinki / Super Junior / Shoujo Jidai / SHINee / f(x) / EXO-K / EXO-M and More

※ Line-up may change depending on schedule

■ Ticketing Period

27 April 2012 12:00 ~ 22 May 2012 12:00

http://tickebo.jp/1204-smt02/

■ Ticket Price : ¥12,800(Tax Inclusive)

■ Administrative cost : ¥450(Tax Inclusive)

■ Each ballot application can only apply for a maximum of 2 tickets

(Other Ticket Details omitted)

Source : [Bigeast Official Site]

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By Blogger Master Rabu, 11 April 2012 0 comments

Following the release of posters of SHINee, f(x) and BoA, SM Entertainment released new poster for upcoming movie “I AM” featuring the soloist Kangta.

Kangta’s poster caption states, “There was a time when not one person… care to even glance in our direction.”

As previously revealed, “I AM” movie will document the performances and daily lives of SM artist at the previous “SMTOWN Live in New York” held at Madison Square Garden. The biographical movie, directed by Choi Shinsung, will feature SM artists including Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, f(x) and SHINee.


Photo: SM Entertainment
Written by: jhezwafu @dkpopnews.net

By Blogger Master Kamis, 05 April 2012 0 comments

Back on March, SM Entertainment revealed that singer Kangta has been offered a role in an upcoming jTBC TV series “Happy Ending.” On April 5th, Kangta has been confirmed to take part in the drama, marking his small screen comeback in seven years.

According to the show’s promoter, 3HW, Kangta will take the role of an architect and the boyfriend of the male lead’s daughter, named Goo Seung Jae. The new Monday-Tuesday drama “Happy Ending” is slated to hit the airwaves starting April 23rd.

“Happy Ending” is a drama about a family that deals the fourthcoming death of their father (played by Choi Minsoo) who is terminally ill.


Written by: jhezwafu @dkpopnews.net

By Blogger Master Minggu, 01 April 2012 0 comments

The poster and teaser of the movie “I AM”, featuring SM Entertainment artists, has been revealed.

“I AM” documents the making of history, as SM Entertainment artists including Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, SHINee and f(x), become the first Asian artists to stand on the stage of New York’s Madison Square Garden. The film attracts interest as it depicts the scenes of SM Town artists, who have gone beyond Asia to the world, before and after their performances, as well as while they prepare for their stages.

In the second movie poster which was revealed this time, what is seen is not the glamorous on-stage looks of the artists, but rather their casual and natural appearances, increasing the anticipation which people have for the movie.

Also, the teaser of the film “I AM” captures the nervous expressions of the artists before they go on stage, and the preparation which they undergo behind-the-scenes in order to present passionate stages for the fans. The film is labelled “The first, the best, and with the most possibility”, hinting at the real side of these artists which can be seen.

Upon seeing this, netizens expressed, “It cannot be missed” and “It seems to be a film with a lot of passion and hard work. I am looking forward to it.” among other responses.

On another note, this film “I AM”, which has once again sparked interest among the fans with the release of the second poster and teaser clip, will be screened in May.

Source : [BaiduTVXQ + Hanguk Daily via Nate]

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By Blogger Master Selasa, 27 Maret 2012 0 comments

SM celebrities including Girls' Generation, Super Junior, TVXQ, BoA, SHINee, f(x) and Kangta will become major shareholders of SM Entertainment, one of Korea’s largest entertainment companies. The agency recently announced that it would be issuing approximately $881,000 worth of new shares for its artists.

SM Entertainment announced the plan through DART Financial Supervisory Service on March 26, "To raise funds for management, the company will be carrying out a small sum recapitalization allotted to a third party. As such, 47 artists signed with the company including Kangta, BoA, TVXQ, Super Junior, Girls’ Generation, SHINee, f(x), Go Ara and Lee Yeon Hee have been included in the procedure."

SM Entertainment explained, "This capital increase represents a strengthening partnership between the company and its artists, and we hope that as shareholders, our artists will share and take part in the vision and growth of the company."

By Blogger Master Kamis, 22 Maret 2012 0 comments

On March 22, SM Entertainment revealed that singer Kangta has been offered a role in an upcoming jTBC TV series "Happy Ending."

According to the agency, Kangta is favorably considering partaking in the series. "Unless some major problem or change occurs, we are pretty sure Kangta will join us. Since its his first acting career in a long time, everybody is really excited to work with him," they added.

If Kangta signs to join "Happy Ending" as the boyfriend of the male lead's daughter, he will be returning to the small screen in seven years after starring in KBS series "Loveholic."

"Happy Ending" is a drama about a man played by Choi Minsoo, who is terminally ill. The drama is set to air on jTBC starting April 23.

By Blogger Master Selasa, 07 Februari 2012 0 comments

Singer Kangta has revealed that he will be making a comeback in the music industry on the first half of this year!

On the 7th of February, Kangta attended the press conference for the new show "Mnet, Voice Korea" as he is one of the coaches/judges along side Shin Seung Hun, Gil and Baek Ji Young. He made a statement saying, "I am planning to make a comeback this first half of the year. Im currently working on my new album and it's my first album release in 4 years. I am going to show a new side of me for my comeback and Im also receiving dance lessons for to prepare for it."

Along with his announcement of his comeback, he also hinted the possibility of H.O.T.'s reunion, He shared that all the members wants H.O.T. to make a comeback but there are a lot of factors to be considered for it to happen, due to these factors to be considered, they are cautious about making any statements about it.

Meanwhile, Kangta will be a judge for the "Voice Korea" on Mnet and the first episode will be broadcast on the 10th of February.

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Former H.O.T member Kangta shared his thoughts about labelmate BoA on representing SM Entertainment on SBS audition program "K-Pop Star".

During the press conference for Mnet's "Voice Korea" on February 7th, Kangta revealed, "To be honest with you, I was really concerned of BoA representing SM Entertainment".

He continued, "On ‘K-Pop Star’, you get to see SM, YG and JYP. But YG had YG and JYP had JYP, but SM sent BoA. I wasn’t too sure if BoA would do a good job representing SM Entertainment."

"But now she’s doing so well. She’s doing as good as Chairman Lee Soo Man in picking the right people with a lot of upside", Kangta added.

Meanwhile, Mnet's “Voice Korea” is the Korean-version of the popular multinational show, “The Voice.” Kangta, Shin Seung Hoon, Baek Ji Young, and Gil will be appearing on the show as coaches. The unique factor in this show is that the contestants perform in a blind audition format where the judges do not see the performer and only judge by hearing the singer’s voice. The first episode will be aired on February 10th.

By Blogger Master Selasa, 10 Januari 2012 0 comments

On January 10th, a representative from the new singing audition show, "The Voice of Korea", revealed that the four singer-celebrities inluding Shin Seung-hun, Kang Ta, Gil and Baek Ji-young will be the coaches of contestants on the program.

"The aspect of the program that appealed to me was the chance to be able to help individuals learn and grow. Being able to enhance a contestant's individuality and unleash their potential while being their encourager and supporter was what prompted me to take part in the show", said Shin.

Meanwhile a program director of the show said that the new program was unlike any other currently airing.

"Contestants are important, but we are of the stance that having professional singers with their experience, giving support and one-on-one coaching can transform a solid performer into a super star. In that respect, our show is unlike any other singing survival show", said the show's representative.

The program, set to air for the first time on February 10th, will consist of the four celebrities mentoring and coaching contestants as they battle other contestants on the show to seize first place.


By Carla Sunwoo [carlasunwoo@joongang.co.kr]