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For those still not in the know, Zuno's fanmeet and showcase tour in Malaysia has been postponed to Nov 5 (originally scheduled on Oct 13-15).
Currently organized by Absolutely Pop Resources (previously Chavez Events), the C-pop event will be held in Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Johor, which was listed as one of his stops in the original schedule, has been dropped.
Ticket prices range from RM160 - RM360. Ticketing details are at http://absolutelypop.com/
There's also good news for Jay Park fans! The erstwhile leader of top boyband 2PM is coming to Malaysia after all. Absolutely Pop Resources has confirmed at its Facebook page that the fanmeet will be on Dec 4 while a Hi-5 session with Jay will be on Dec 5.
Redstar Presents wanted to bring Jay into Malaysia this year but plans fell through.
For the latest updates on these events, drop by Absolutely Pop's Facebook page and website. Are any of our readers attending the events? ;)
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Zuno a.k.a Kim Junho in Malaysia for a promo tour
Jay Park's not coming to Malaysia, goes to Singapore
Thursday, 21 October 2010
Zuno and Jay Park are coming to Malaysia!
Thursday, 26 August 2010
Nichkun takes another photo of sleeping manager
The mischievous Nichkun of 2PM is at it again, snapping another pic of his sleeping manager! On Aug 26, the 22 year old tweeted the below pic.
ZzzZzzz: (left to right) Wooyoung, Junho, Sleeping Manager, Junsu & NichkunNichkun cheekily points to the sleeping manger while Wooyoung makes a funny face. Meanwhile, Junho “places” his hand on the sleeping man’s stomach and Junsu, happily poses for the camera :P. Oh, aren’t they imps, all of them!
This isn’t the first time Nichkun has taken and tweeted a pic of his exhausted manager. On Aug 11, he also shared the following picture.
What tickles the fancy of many is that in both pics, the manager is seen sleeping in the same position – hands together while clutching his mobile phone! It must be tough working for JYP Entertainment.I wonder if the manager will lose his job since he’s been caught sleeping on the job twice?
Source: MSN News
Related:
Malaysian Kpop fans want 2PM
2PM covers KoreAm
2PM Malaysian Hottest flash mob dance
Monday, 23 August 2010
Malaysian Kpop fans want 2PM
After a simple survey conducted at k-popped.com, 2PM emerged as the most-wanted group to perform live in Malaysia.
WANTED: 2PM (above) is the most-wanted act by Malaysian kpop fans We conducted the survey for 15 days beginning Aug 7, and received 1,049 votes. Participants could vote for more than one act, which included popular bands such as Wonder Girls, Big Bang and Kara.
As things turned out, JYP Entertainment’s 2PM emerged tops by garnering a total of 361 votes (34%). The group’s Malaysian fans, who call themselves MYHottest, sure has a very tangible presence in cyberspace.Coming in second with 297 votes (28%) is YG Entertainment’s Big Bang. It looks like there’s also a substantial number of VIPs (fans) in Malaysia.
The third most-wanted kpop act by Malaysian fans is SHINee with 287 votes (27%), thanks to Malaysian Shawols.
You'll notice that the top three most-wanted acts are male idol groups. What about the girl groups, you ask?
The two leading contenders are the Wonder Girls and Sonyeoshidae (SNSD a.k.a Girls’ Generation). SNSD bagged 248 votes (23%) while the Wonder Girls trail behind them with 221 votes (21%).
Thank you to all our readers who participated in the survey. Hopefully, it’ll be a good indicator for event organizers who are contemplating on which Kpop act to bring to Malaysia next :).
Friday, 6 August 2010
2PM covers KoreAm
David Yi of KoreAm, a monthly magazine that covers all things Korea American, talked to 2PM when the group was in New York recently.
The boys - except Junsu, who was recovering from an injured leg in South Korea - were there as the opening act of the Wonder Girls' American tour.
2PM: K-pop's boys of the hour :)
The very engaging read is on the sextet’s rise to fame, an interview with the members, as well as an attempt to crack open that still-touchy issue of Jay Park’s departure from the band.
Here are some juicy quotes from the interview with 2PM:
Taecyeon on his scandal with SNSD's Yoona:
“One of the guys that [sic] was taking pictures [with us] was like, ‘I’m so jealous of you Taecyeon!’” he says. “I’m like ‘What?’ and he’s like, ‘Yoona!’ like ‘What? No.’ It’s just a scandal. So it’s kind of like, you know, awkward between me and her cause we’re doing the same program but a lot of people are like, you know, kind of looking at us like ‘they’re still dating each other.’ But we’re not. The company’s not even giving us enough time to date each other!”
Nichkhun on testing himself on how long he can last without sleep:
“Like how many hours can you stay up. You know, like two days, three days without sleep. An hour a day for like three weeks.”
On contacting Jay Park:
Nichkhun: “No he [Park] doesn’t [contact us]. We don’t have time but... He’s doing his own thing and we’re doing our own thing. I guess he’s really busy.
Taecyeon: “I mean, I highly doubt it cause we’re too busy with our schedules.”
Nichkhun: “He’s probably going to be busy too,” continues Nichkun. “He has a movie and what not. We would like to congratulate him, if we see him.”
If you're in the U.S., grab the Aug 2010 issue (seen above). Meanwhile, international fans can read the article at: http://iamkoream.com/cover-story-2pm/
Thanks to Johnny M for the heads up! :)
Friday, 7 May 2010
2PM & SNSD invite you to Caribbean Bay
Carribean Bay: Where healthy bodies and beautiful people meet :-PStarpower works. Let’s face it, would you turn down a trip to the Caribbean Bay after watching the music video teaser below?
Sexy SNSD girls and 2PM boys play lifeguards in an upcoming MV for Everland’s waterpark Caribbean Bay. Everland is a theme park in Yongin.
Making the most out of oiled up bodies and svelte curves, the teaser not only makes viewers wanna go to the waterpark, but also get into trouble while in the water, just so one of these sexy lifeguards could come to the rescue.
SNSD gals (l-r): Yuri, Seohyun and Yoona (I hope I got them right)The MV for Caribbean Bay is entitled Who is the hottest Cabi? and will be released later this month (May). It features Taecyeon, Chansung and Nichkhun of 2PM, and Yoona, Yuri and Seohyun of SNSD.
Ooh. La.La.
Source: Newsen
Related:
2PM’s new single is Don’t Stop, Can’t Stop
Let’s Take a Break with Nichkhun of 2PM
Yoona and fans to go to Jejudo courtesy of Innisfree
Park Tae-hwan & SNSD’s Seohyun get together for health
Wednesday, 28 April 2010
Jay Park to return to South Korea for Hype Nation
Very much like his former bandmates, former 2PM leader Jay Park (Park Jaebom) Don’t Stop and Can’t Stop . The 23 year old is set to return to South Korea to film his new dance flick Hype Nation.
What's the hype, nation?: Jaebom's coming back!A Hype Nation rep said: “Jaebeom will arrive in Korea with his parents in the beginning of June. He is planning to stay in Korea for about 70 days.”
This marks the Korean-American’s first return to Korea after quitting 2PM in Sept 2009.
According to the report, the filmmakers behind Hype Nation are largely from the Hollywood dance movie Step Up. American hip hop group B2K also appears in Hype Nation.
Source: K-Bites
Related:
Jay Park does Beyonce’s sexy Single Ladies dance
Park Jaebeom – we want you back!
Jaebeom quits 2PM and leaves for home
Wednesday, 14 April 2010
2PM’s new single is Don’t Stop, Can’t Stop
Hmm, very appropriate indeed.
JYP’s 2PM boys will be dropping their new single entitled Don’t Stop, Can’t Stop on April 19.
Dapper: The 2PM boys' "black concept"? I guess theidol groups are all growing up :-)
The group went through a really rough patch in 2009 when its leader Jaebeom (now known as Jay Park) quit the group and returned to the US because of derogatory remarks he made in the past.
The existing 2PM members are now set for a comeback. I guess the sextet is making it very clear that nothing can or is gonna stop ‘em. Awesome!
I’m looking forward to see what the boys have in store. Knowing that JYP is probably producing again for the group, I’m quite sure it will be another hit.
Bring it.
Related:
Jay Park does Beyonce’s sexy Single Ladies dance
Jaebeom quits 2PM and leaves for home
Monday, 15 February 2010
Let’s Take a Break with Nichkhun of 2PM
On Feb 13, Nichkhun and some lucky fans arrived at the Koh Khai Nok Island Beach, Phuket in Thailand for some fun in the sun.
Sawadikaap!: Nichkhun is happy to take a break with his fansThe 2PM boyband member will be frolicking on the sandy white beach for 5 days and 3 nights. Apart from his adoring fans, Nichkhun’s family members were also spotted soaking in the sun. Papa Khun, Mama Khun as well as his siblings are present for the sponsored vacation.
In the family: 'Aw c'mon Dad, don't be shy and come meet the fans'
Fatherly love: 'Yeah, say something nice about me Pops...like,how I was such a good kid when I was younger'
Organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the event called Let’s Take a Break with Nichkhun sees the Thai American spending time with his fans while promoting the natural beauty of the island.
So this is what’s required of a tourism ambassador of Thailand? Awesome, free holiday :-P
Speech, speech: 'Thanks for coming, everyone. Let's build sandcastles.'
Kiasu: 'We've got to make the biggest sandcastle, OK? Anything less thanone metre is a sandcastle for losers.'
Exercise: 'Gotta get in my dance training as well. Better showJYP I'm not slacking while on my vacation.'
Me & my bro: Nichkhun (right) with Nichchan
Mommy dearest: 'I've got such fine boys. Eat your heartout Moms of the world.'
Source: Newsen
All about 2PM
Saturday, 10 October 2009
2PM Malaysian Hottest flash mob dance
To show their undying support for 2PM, Malaysian Hottest has taken a leaf out of the Korean Hottest’s book and organised a flash mob dance of their own.
Fans of the Korean boyband, who call themselves Hottest, gathered at Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur on Oct 4 for the event. They danced to 2PM’s Again and Again. Hit the play button to watch the video now!
Leader of the group Park Jaebeom quit the band on Sept 8 following a controversy arising from some old derogatory comments he made about Koreans at his MySpace website.
Fans all over the world have been showing their unfailing love and support for the group in many ways – a silent protest, flash mob dances, flash mob freezes, online petitions etc.
If you’re interested, check out the Korean Hottest flash mob dance below too.
Related:
Park Jaebeom – we want you back!
Jaebeom quits 2PM and leaves for home
Sunday, 13 September 2009
Park Jaebeom – we want you back!
That’s the plea of over a thousand 2PM fans who gathered in front of the JYP Entertainment office building in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on Sept 13.
Silent protest: 2PM fans stand in solidarityAbout 1,500 fans, who call themselves Hottest, wore black and staged a silent protest outside the boyband’s management company from 2pm onwards. Fans want band leader Jaebeom to return and unite with the group.
Gathering: Fans unitedPolice were on standby in case things got out of hand but the fans behaved themselves. All they wanted was Jaebeom’s return.
Making a point: 'Jaebeom, come back!'Jaebeom quit 2PM, one of South Korea’s hottest boybands, and returned to the States after an old derogatory comment he made about Koreans surfaced. Due to the reaction of the public, the Korean-American decided to quit the band and return to the USA.
Much love: Messages in support of JaebeomSource: Newsen
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Jaebeom quits 2PM and leaves for home
Tuesday, 8 September 2009
Jaebeom quits 2PM and leaves for home
Korean-American Jaebeom has quit 2PM, one of the hottest boybands in South Korea.
Old post: Jaebeom's old posts on MySpace come back to haunt himControversy arising from an old post at his MySpace website caused the 22-year-old to quit.
It is reported that the Again and Again singer wrote comments like “Korea is gay. I hate Koreans. I wanna come back” on his MySpace site two years ago when he was a trainee at JYP Entertainment.
The 2PM leader then issued an apology recently, but it is quite apparent that it wasn't good enough.
Apologetic: 'I'm sorry, everyone.'Today, Jaebeom announced that he is leaving the group…and Korea. The management agency he is under - JYP Entertainment - confirmed the news.
Jaebeom's farewell message (translated from Korean) reads:
Hello, I'm 2PM's Jaebeom.
I'm sorry for giving you my last greeting through this letter. I think it will be hard for me to see you all on stage because of my sorry heart.
I'm really sorry to everyone, and I'm even more sorry to the fans who have shown me love.
From today, I will leave 2PM.
2PM boys, I'm really sorry to the boys and I'm sorry I couldn't be strong as a leader and a hyung and have to leave like this.
However, I hope you will be more cool and charming.
Again, I'm sorry.
Jaebeom
Jaebeom took the 6:30pm (Korea time) flight back to the States, and there were many fans who turned up to say their last goodbyes.
Emotion: Saddened fans rush to the airport to saygoodbye to Jaebeom
Leaving: Jaebeom returns to the States
Last goodbye: Fans getting their finalglimpse of their idol
Today (Sept 8, 2009) is definitely a sad day for K-popped! fans. Farewell Jaebeom, we will all miss you.
Farewell: *sniff*sniff*Source: allkpop, twooneday & The Korea Times
More 2PM!
Saturday, 1 August 2009
2PM not coming to Malaysia, 2AM to perform at after party
According to a reliable source, who works at a local recording company, Korean boyband 2PM will not be coming to Malaysia in August...but 2AM will.
Not coming: After getting the devastating news that they aren'tcoming to Malaysia, the 2PM boys experience a brief break down
where they get in touch with their...er, feminine side.
The boy’s boss JYP tweet-ted that he will be sending 2PM to the 2009 MTV Asia Awards in Malaysia this August.
That was before we discovered that the MTV Asia Awards has been scrapped and is being replaced by the MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia.
JYP a.k.a The Asian Soul has since removed his tweet announcing the matter.
After party entertainers: 2AM mourns the love of theirbeloved fans as they are only scheduled to perform at
the post-party
However, our source tells us that 2AM will instead be coming to Malaysia. The Confession of a Friend singers will not perform at the show but will be taking the stage at the by-invitation-only after party.
Boo!
Down with MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia. Bring back the MTV Asia Awards! :-P
Related:
JYP sends 2PM to Malaysia for 2009 MTV Asia Awards
Confession of a Friend by 2AM
Tuesday, 21 July 2009
2PM in Ceci fashion magazine
It is not frequent that an idol group gets to adorn the pages of a fashion spread. With this in mind, it must be quite an honour to have 2PM appear in Korea's fashion magazine Ceci.
I'll just let the pictures do the talking.
Source: Newsen
Monday, 13 July 2009
Charismatic Bi at Asia Dream Concert 2009
I'm not exactly what kind of concert it was, but Rain was the most photographed artist at the 12th Boryeong Mud Festival Asia Dream Concert which took place on the 12th July 2009.
Other performers who participated in the concert were Baek Ji Young, 2PM, Davinchi, FT Island, Kra, Zya (from China) and Arirang.
More pics...
Rain looking cheeky as he performs at the concert
Pics of 2PM at the concert...
Sunday, 5 July 2009
A look at 2PM practising Hate You
Boys will be boys – dropping the mic, colliding into each other and basically goofing off when trying to perfect their performance.
Again and again: 'Yup, that's what we do to get our dance steps right.'JYP’s 2PM boys, who are reportedly coming to Malaysia for the 2009 MTV Asia Awards, is seen in the following video clip practising the dance for their latest single Hate You.
We’ve seen the boys heating up the stage with the routine (if you haven’t, hit the link), now check out what the boys did to get it perfect.
Source: Rebecca Lee through Facebook
Related:
JYP sends 2PM to Malaysia for 2009 MTV Asia Awards
2PM boys Hate You after Again and Again
2PM pays tribute to Rain on Mcountdown Heroes
More 2PM
Friday, 3 July 2009
JYP sends 2PM to Malaysia for 2009 MTV Asia Awards
So, you heard it too, right? 2PM is coming to Malaysia for the 2009 MTV Asia Awards (which apparently will be held at Sunway Lagoon, Subang Jaya).
Coming soon: Get ready, Malaysia. Set your watches to 2PM.We got the news from 2PM's boss himself – Mr. JYP, who is currently busy touring with his precious Wonder Girls.
Thanks to the Asian Soul’s diligence in updating the public through Twitter, everyone who is worth their K-popped! salt has been receiving juicy revelations on the latest happenings from the JYP Entertainment camp, such as:
1) The Wonder Girls were scheduled to open for some of the Jonas Brothers’ concerts in the US. The girls proved to be so good that they had the JoBros singing, “We want nobody, nobody but YOU (to open for our entire US tour…and oh, Canada too)!"
Wonderful: Wonder Girls are wow-ing the Americans2) Since JYP is tied up touring with the Wonder Girls, he apologised for not being able to make it to the 2009 MTV Asia Awards in Malaysia(!). However, he appeased all K-popped!-hungry fans by saying that he’s “sending 2PM” over to our neck of the woods – brilliant!
Allow me to quote the man: “Sorry cuz of the Jonas Brothers tour we can't go to da MTV asian awards in Malaysia. But I'm sending 2pm so don't b too sad!”
Want to keep abreast with what’s going on with JYP? Go ahead and follow him at: http://twitter.com/followjyp
Related:
Wonder Girls send greetings from the Jonas Brothers Tour
Wonder Girls is opening act for Jonas Brothers
Check out 2PM
Sunday, 21 June 2009
2PM boys Hate You after Again and Again
JYP’s 2PM are proclaiming their hate for one and all with their second single Hate You.
After gaining much popularity with their first track Again and Again, the boys are once again set to scorch the K-pop charts with their latest single. The R&B track is also taken off their mini-album, 2:00PM Time For Change.
Hate You: The 2PM boys show their love with thepersonally autographed poster
In conjunction with the promotion of the song, the poster above will be released on June 22. Each member of the band has lovingly autographed their own photo.
The suave boys will also embark on a couple of meet-the-fans event (so much for hating people, no?) :-P.
To kick off their Hate You promotional efforts, 2PM will hold fan signing sessions at the Kyobo Bookstore in Gangnam on June 21 to 27, 28, 30 and July 8.
Check out the Hate You song below...will it be another hit for 2PM? Personally, I like it! :-)
Source: MSN News
Related:
2PM pays tribute to Rain on Mcountdown Heroes
2PM meet fans Again & Again
More 2PM!
Friday, 19 June 2009
Lady Gaga goes to Seoul...
...and the Korean press gets a gratuitous shot of her butt thanks to her haute couture ensemble by Tokyo-based designer Dress Camp.
Go Ga Ga: Lady Ga Ga shows offher...er, golden globes
Choker: 'I'm alright folks, still breathing.'The rather…er, out-of-this-world pop singer appeared to the press on Wednesday (June 17) during her three-day promotional trip to Seoul. This was her first visit to South Korea.
Blinded: 'Dang, where's the chair? I can't seeclearly with these sunnies on.'
The 23-year-old also held a showcase that evening at Cheongdam-dong’s Club Answer.
Born Joanne Stefani Germanotta, the Poker Face singer was also interviewed by 2PM’s Jaebeom for Mnet’s Wide Entertainment News programme (pic below).
Jaebeom, the lead singer and oldest member (at 22) of 2PM, conducted the interview with the lady-who-doesn't-like-to-put-on-pants in English as he was born in Seattle, Washington.
I wonder if he went "Ga Ga" over her outfit ;-P.
Fashion: 'Yeah, I just grabbed the nearest trash bag I could findand fashioned it into the shawl-like thingy you see here.'
Sources: Newsen & Korea Times
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