[News] 2PM Junho Attends Toronto International Film Festival on September 13

[News] 2PM Junho Attends Toronto International Film Festival on September 13

2PM member Junho has been invited to the Toronto International Film Festival.

He made his screen debut with the movie, "Cold Eyes" and was invited to the festival as the movie had been invited to the 'Gala Presentation'. 

The festival went on from September 5-15 and many other top stars were there including Julia Roberts and more.

Lee Junho officially began his activities on September 13 as he walked down the red carpet ceremony. He was able to sign autographs and take pictures with fans.

It was also impressive to see that Junho did not need an interpreter for his press interview. He commented that he was so happy and honored to be a part of the movie and that many people enjoyed the movie as well.

He hopes to visit again with another movie as well.

Junho will be working another movie with top stars Lee Byung Hun, Jeon Do Yeon and others for the movie, "Memory of Sword."

[News] 2PM have already started using Taecyeon's 'Okcat' on 'KakaoTalk'

[News] 2PM have already started using Taecyeon's 'Okcat' on 'KakaoTalk'

2PM have already begun to use Taecyeon's 'Okcat' emoticons on KakaoTalk'.

Member Chansung tweeted, "This is 2PM's KakaoTalk chat room~ Okcat is cute, and I have amazing sense. I know how to do screen captures."

In the capture below, Nichkhun tells Taecyeon, "Taecyeon, be strong! I bought this," showing off one of the Okcats. Taecyeon responded with an emoticon of Okcat in love, which Nichkhun wasn't too fond of judging by his next message.

Fans commented, "This is so fun," "2PM know how to play around," and "So cute."

Hace you checked out the Okcat emoticons? 

[News] 2PM Nichkhun, The Script In His Hands Even During His Nap

[News] 2PM Nichkhun, The Script In His Hands Even During His Nap

Group 2PM's member Nichkhun revealed a picture of himself catching sleep.

Yesterday, Nichkhun posted on his Weibo, "I'm so tired" along with a picture.

In the picture, Nichkhun put 3 chairs together to take a nap with his legs bent. Even though he's sleeping, the script was still in his arms.

Internet users who saw this commented, "He must be really tired," "I feel so bad for him," etc.

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[News] 2PM Chansung, Congratulates JYP Mentor Park Jin Young On His Upcoming Marriage

[News] 2PM Chansung, Congratulates JYP Mentor Park Jin Young On His Upcoming Marriage

2PM's member Chansung congratulated his boss Park Jin Young on his marriage.

Today, Chansung posted on his Twitter, "Congratulations^^!!! You said love is the best and I guess that was true..^^"

Park Jin Young announced today that he will be getting married through his Me2day. His fiance is 9 years younger than him and their wedding will be on October 10.

He said, "There was a girl who made me write the song 'Only You.' She is a common girl 9 years younger than me and we had interest in each other the first time we met but I was hesitant because she wanted to continue living a normal life."

He continued, "But through time and through many conversations, we gained each other's trust and she finally accepted my proposal. We are getting married on October 10."

He lastly added, "I am a celebrity so I will continue to communicate with you but please help me help her continue to live a normal life. My wedding therefore will be private, a small one with just our families, so please understand."

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JYP Entertainment Is Returning To Its Former Glory, But Don't Call It A Comeback

JYP Entertainment is ready to make a strong comeback.

October was a great month for Park Jin Young, most popularly known as JYP. The CEO of JYP Entertainment, who celebrated eighteen years in the music industry back in May 2013, announced early in October that he was getting married. This marriage, to someone who was not tied to the Korean entertainment industry, came as a to a shock to fans and industry insiders. However, married life has appeared be a great thing for Park Jin Young who is set to make a solo comeback and to lead JYP Entertainment back to its rightful place as one of the big three K-Pop agencies.

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2012 was not a good year at JYP Entertainment. The year marked the start of whispers within the K-Pop community that JYP Entertainment was failing as an agency, when compared to the success of YG and SM Entertainment. While 2012 led to the full debut of the widely successful group EXO and sold out world tour performances for YG Entertainment's Big Bang and 2NE1, JYP Entertainment failed to show the same accomplishments. By contrast, 2012 was year in which popular male group 2PM did not have a major release. The sequel to the well-received JYP backed drama, Dream High 2, was met with low ratings and criticized for having poorly constructed plot lines. While Dream High served to set industry standards for artist marketing, its sequel completely detracted from these artists.

Other than his participation as a judge in the high profile audition program, Kpop Star, there was very little buzz surrounding Park Jin Young and and JYP Entertainment. Further substantiating claims that JYP Entertainment was falling from grace was the announcement that the agency would be closing its New York City office and halting attempts to enter the U.S. market, which was one of the key goals for Wonder Girls. At the end of 2012, Wonder Girls announced that they would be taking a hiatus from the industry, primarily due to the fact that member Sunmi was going to marry her longtime boyfriend. Unfortunately, this announcement appeared to serve as the death knell for JYP Entertainment.

Although, 2PM made a very solid comeback earlier in 2013, there was still little activity seen from the agency as a whole, throughout the year. At the completion of Kpop Star 3, it was widely speculated that the winning duo Akdong Musician would choose JYP Entertainment to represent their future careers as K-Pop artists. However, the brother and sister songwriters went to YG Entertainment. This served as yet another blow to the agency, which definitely needed the buzz which surrounded Akdong Musician.

Perhaps, in K-drama fashion JYP was preoccupied with wooing the woman who would become his wife. Following his marriage in October, JYP announced that he would be performing a Christmas Eve show as part of his 2013 J.Y. Park Bad Party (The Half Time Show) Tour. In addition he reaffirmed both his athletic prowess and performance ability on variety show Cool Kiz On The Block.

Beyond his solo comeback proclamations, Park Jin Young announced that he would soon be releasing a new male group, alluding that the seemingly abandoned JJ Project would be included in the group. Additionally, October marked the release of comeback teasers for girl group Miss A. Finally, October ended with the news that JYP had met with Google executive, Eric Schmidt, which could lead to revolutionary measures in how Korean entertainment reaches a worldwide market. After what seemed like a lengthy break from K-Pop, Park Jin Young and JYP Entertainment are finally back.

[News] Super Junior Member Donghae Takes His Mother Out for a Bite to Eat

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[News] Super Junior Member Donghae Takes His Mother Out for a Bite to Eat

Super Junior member Donghae recently shared with fans a snapshot of the precious time he spent with his mom.

On October 30, Donghae took a photo with his mother and posted it on his Twitter page with the brief caption in English, “I’m at here. Hungry. With my mom.” In the photo, Donghae and his mother appear to be at a cafe, waiting to either decide on what to order or for their food to come out. Donghae and his mother match in all-black outfits. As a celebrity, Donghae also has a matching black mask and hat to complete his outfit.

Fans commented, “I wish I could have joined them for their meal!” and “Aw, Donghae is such a great son.”
In related news, Donghae along with the rest of his Super Junior members recently performed in China and Japan for the “SM TOWN LIVE WORLD TOUR III.”

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2PM Concert DVD Tops Japan Tower Records Reservations Chart

2PM, who recently topped the Japan Oricon daily and weekly charts with their new single, Winter Games, has topped the charts again with their DVD.

They will be releasing a DVD of their Tokyo Dome concert on December 11. Reservations for the DVD began on October 28 is currently number 1 on the reservation charts.

They are also seen number 1 on the HMV Hallyu chart and number 2 on the Amazon DVD chart.

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This concert DVD contains footage from their Tokyo Dome concert back in April. It also includes a documentary video of behind the scenes as well.

Although it has only been 2 years since 2PM has debuted in Japan, they have been quickly rising in popularity.

On the other hand, 2PM is currently doing individual activities.

[News] 2PM's Chansung's 'Noir of Yours' preview trailer unleashed!

[News] 2PM's Chansung's 'Noir of Yours' preview trailer unleashed!

JYP posted on their twitter a great news for 2PM's supporters, especially the bias of Chansung. It the news about the KBS 2TV’s drama special 'Noir of Yours'. It has released its preview trailer!

Chansung has been cast as the male lead in the said drama and he will be working with Chae Jung An. He will portray the role of Hyung Joo, the youngest member of a gang who falls in love with his former high school teacher and the prosecutor’s wife, Lee Hyun (Chae Jung An).

'Noir of Yours' started shooting last August 24 and is set to air on October 2.

Watch the preview here.

[News] Yang Hyun Suk believes Big Bang and Se7en won their battles back in the day against 2PM and Rain

[News] Yang Hyun Suk believes Big Bang and Se7en won their battles back in the day against 2PM and Rain

Yang Hyun Suk is known not to throw many compliments to his artists but he revealed that among the epic YGE v. JYPE trainee battles in the past, his artists came out on top.

During the latest episode of 'WIN', good friends Yang Hyun Suk and J.Y. Park met up for the battle between their respective trainees as per tradition.

Yang Hyun Suk shared during an interview, "We've had competitions with the solo artists and groups of JYP Entertainment. During the Rain v. Se7en battle, Seven won and during the Big Bang v. 2PM battle, Big Bang won in my eyes."

The tradition of the epic battle between YGE and JYPE trainees first started with Rain and Se7en 11 years ago and continued to become legendary with Big Bang and 2PM's battle 9 years ago.

Check back in later for this week's episode recap!

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JYP Entertainment to Debut New Boy Group Early Next Year

JYP Entertainment will be debuting a new boy group at the beginning of next year.

They will be a 7 member group and are being called the 'post 2PM' group.

Also, with the recent YG survival program that aired, many are also curious to see what group will be released from JYP.

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JYP stated that releasing a boy group is in fact true, but the overall concept and number of members is still being discussed.

They also stated that this new group will be a totally upgraded group that is one to watch out for.

On the other hand, miss A will be making a comeback this November.

YG and JYP’s New Boy Groups to Chase After EXO?

YG's new boy group "Winner" is scheduled for a December debut, and JYP is preparing to debut post-2PM.

The battle between the "Big 3" in the music world is being rekindled. While SM Entertainment's hit male group EXO is preparing for a November comeback, both YG Entertainment and JYP Entertainment are looking to debut boy bands as well. It's as if the latter 2 agencies are looking to compete with the undeniable popularity of EXO.

YG Entertainment's newest boy group "Winner" was chosen by viewers through a 10-episode survival audition group called "Who Is Next: WIN." 11 YG trainees were split into Team A and Team B, and battled it out over 10 episodes. On the 25th, viewers voted for the 5-member Team A or 6-member Team B, and the winner was announced on the live show. They're looking to debut as early as December this year. WINNER will be the first boy group to debut from YG Entertainment since Big Bang. WINNER includes Mnet's past "Superstar K" participant Kang Seung Yoon.

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JYP Entertainment will also be debuting a boy group early next year. The 7 members will make up the first boy band to debut from JYP Entertainment since 2PM's debut 6 years ago. The group will include talented members from America, Canada, Hong Kong, and of course Korea. They were featured on the September 13th episode of "WIN" as they battled against the YG trainees. It's been revealed that these singers with striking good looks were chosen through JYP's global auditions. Their current album preparations are in full swing, but their team name has yet to be determined.

YG and JYP will both be debuting new groups post-Big Bang and post-2PM, respectively, and there's much anticipation as to whether these 2 groups will be able to compete with EXO. Will they be able to stand up against EXO, who's made record sales this year and boasts a massive fandom? We can only wait and see to find out.

[News] IU, Jang Geun Suk and more attend script reading session and prayer ceremony for ‘Pretty Boy’

[News] IU, Jang Geun Suk and more attend script reading session and prayer ceremony for ‘Pretty Boy’

IU, Jang Geun Suk, Lee Jang Woo, Han Chae Young and more attended the first script reading and prayer ceremony for upcoming KBS 2TV Wed-Thu drama ‘Pretty Boy’.

The prayer ceremony for the drama was held on October 28 at a coffee shop in Gangnam to wish a good luck for the drama. On this day, the lead cast members along screenwriter Yoo Young A, director Jung Jung Hwa and 80 other staff members were in attendance.

Jang Geun Suk shared, “I waited for this drama for eight months. I will do my best until the last day of filming to pay up my awaitment.”

‘Pretty Boy’ revolves around loner Dokgo Ma Te (Jang Geun Suk), the prettiest boy in the world who wants to gain money and power by using his beauty. IU will play Kim Bo Tong, the daughter of Dokgo Ma Te’s mother’s friend, an ordinary girl who goes all the way to make Dokgo Ma Te like her.

The drama will premiere on November 20th.

The Sex Factor: Trouble Maker Turns Up The Heat To Join K-Pop's Sexiest Comebacks Of 2013

Hyunseung and HyunA definitely have chemistry.

With HyunA sporting morning after looks in the newest teaser photos and hints of sexy new choreography, Cube Entertainment's naughty duo is set to return to the K-Pop scene. In an industry filled with pastel tinted video treatments and performers who can turn on their full aegyo at the drop of a hat, it is refreshing to see artists who dare to sex things up. In contrast to the American pop industry, where artists like Miley Cyrus have to be fully naked as in her video for "Wrecking Ball" to actually create controversy, K-Pop artists can display skinship for the same level of shock value. In 2013, some of the sexiest comeback videos ranged from a girl group who took to pole dancing to illustrate the raw energy of "First Love" to a male star who wanted to remind his fans that he is more than just a comedic addition to "SNL Korea".

Jay Park is so inviting in his video for "Welcome".

In April 2013, Jay Park released a 19 plus video which coincided with his birthday for the song "Welcome". Shedding the comedic innocence of his "SNL Korea" characters, Jay Park firmly established that he wanted to maintain his status as a sex symbol. The video maintains the artistry of 1990s hip-hop, with the suggestive invitation that Jay Park is welcoming audiences to his bed.

2PM used "A.D.T.O.Y" to show they were grown and sexy.

JYP Entertainment's 2PM made a strong comeback in May 2013 with "A.D.T.O.Y" from the appropriately named "Grown". Although, "Come Back When You Hear This Song" was the leading single from "Grown", audiences were drawn to the sensuality of the "A.D.T.O.Y" video. The transition towards a more mature portrayal of 2PM was a wise one, considering the fact that members Chansung and Taecyeon had been heavily engaged in promotions for television projects during the time of the album release.

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Is After School pole Dancing or teaching pole fitness?

After School turned to pole dancing for their music video "First Love" and received accolades for their mastery of an art relegated to adult entertainers and fitness instructors. The girl group is notorious for fully committing to learning new styles of dance and musicality, as witnessed previously with their choreography and promotions for "Bang". "First Love" has a slow tempo, which definitely helps to set the right mood.

Seungri goes from maknae to panty dropper.

BigBang's Seungri released a shocking 19 plus teaser for "Let's Talk About Love" comeback, in August 2013. The teaser featured high art images and video clips that seemed much more consistent with a G-Dragon release. Netizens immediately reacted to the teaser, especially to a scene that literally features panty dropping. YG Entertainment quickly clarified that neither Seungri or any of its other artists were actually depicted in the racy video, just their likeness.

How hot will HyunA and Hyunseung's Trouble Maker comeback be? If the dance teaser for "Now" is any indication, audiences can expect Hyunseung to literally be more hands on than he was for 2012's "Trouble Maker" choreography. With the news that the duo will also be releasing a 19 plus album following the initial market release for their comeback, HyunA and Hyunseung are most certainly poised have the sexiest comeback of 2013.

[News] 2PM performs in Germany tonight!

[News] 2PM performs in Germany tonight!

2PM is in Frankfurt, Germany to perform in front of their HOTTEST Germans.

2PM's Nichkhun posted a new tweet asking Frankfurt's readiness.


2PM's Junho posted also on his twitter while Jun. K and him were just wandering.


2PM's Jun. K posted a picture of Nichkhun on his Instagram. He wrote, "MICKEY BOY IN FRANKFURT @KHUNNIE0624HOW CUTE LOL".

[News] 2PM to Release Japan Single, 'Winter Games' on October 16

[News] 2PM to Release Japan Single, 'Winter Games' on October 16

Group 2PM will be releasing a new Japan single, Winter Games, on October 16.

On September 9, they released the jacket image for their new single.

In the revealed picture, the members are all wearing trench coats and showing off a more fall and winter vibe.

They also seem to look a bit more toned down then their usual powerful and charismatic image.

Last weekend, they held their fan meeting in Japan and surprised their fans with a performance of their new single.

Many believe that this single will bring them back to their 'beastly idol' image and is gaining much attention.

On the other hand, they will be holding their Japan arena tour starting next year.

[News] 2PM share pictures of themselves having a good time in Germany

[News] 2PM share pictures of themselves having a good time in Germany

2PM have gone to Germany to take part in a commemorative concert as the representing idol group.

The boys recently arrived in Frankfurt and they appear to be having a very fun time as evident through their social media updates! They put up pictures of themselves wandering the streets of Germany.

Wooyoung, in particular, appear to be falling in love with Germany as his many Instagram pictures suggest. One picture includes him and Taecyeon posing by some statues with the caption asking people to find the real people in the picture.

[News] 'Running Man' Girl's Day Minah's Favorite Boy Idol Group?

[News] 'Running Man' Girl's Day Minah's Favorite Boy Idol Group?

Group Girl's Day's member Minah showed interest in the idol group B2ST.

In SBS "Running Man" aired today, idols came out for the 'The King of Idols' special.

On this day, original Running Man members each joined one idol group to dance with them.

When the idol groups had to join one team to play games and only 2PM and B2ST were left as choices, Minah said, "B2ST B2ST," showing her interest.

But when members started making fun of her, Minah blushed and covered her face.

Internet users who saw this commented, "I didn't know Minah is B2ST's fan," "Poor 2PM," "She must've been so embarrassed," and "She must be a really big fan."

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Craziest K-pop Transformations: Male Edition

I came upon Taeyang's spread in "ELLE Korea" magazine and I was shocked to say the least. When did he get all G-Dragon and avant garde on us? And why weren't we warned before it happened? This is what Taeyang used to look like:

This is his new transformation as he's gearing back for his solo comeback. Can we get a "whoa" up in here? Taeyang's album drops on November 1.

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Let's tackle Taeyang's BFF and fellow member G-Dragon who debuted with the group looking wholesome and ghetto fabulous in this all white get-up rocking a handkerchief on his neck.

Here's a screenshot of one of his recent looks from a music video off of his solo album:

When Jay Park first debuted with JYPE, they had him tattoo-less, had him shave "2PM" in his head, and gave him clothes that looked like it was from a .99 cent store down the street.

He went solo and now he looks like this:

This may have more to do with weight loss, but you know I had to drag him on here. Look at Kangin when he was eating too much bbang (bread) and look at him now!

When 2AM's Changmin first debuted he was just a chubby kid who lost weight. He had no unique look or body.

But then he decided he wanted to become a machine of hotness. So he worked out and ate right and this was the result:

K-pop Idols Being Fools with Each Other (Part Two)

HaHa is one of the funniest comedians in Korea. He is so insanely entertaining and watching him interact with female celebrities has got to be the best thing in the world. Watch this compilation of him expressing his love to top A-list actresses in Korea.

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Xiah Junsu discusses his weird/hilarious friendship with fellow member Changmin from back in the day when DBSK wasn't torn apart by stupid contracts and money!

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Hyori and Shinhwa have been friends since their debut days. Their interaction x amount of years later is so funny.

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2NE1's Park Bom is deathly scared of bees so here she is reacting when one flies near her. Also watch fellow members CL and Dara laugh and scream hysterically.

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Watching 2PM bully the heck out of Taec almost feels wrong but so funny at the same time.

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Shinhwa has been together for 15 years, which means farting around each other is just as normal as eating. Watch the hilarity ensue here:

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K-pop Idols Get Punk'd: Stars Being Funny with Each Other (Part One)

I'd rather watch hours of K-pop idols joking around and being silly with each other than music videos and variety programs. Is that strange? I know for a fact that none of you are shaking your heads and that you are all in agreement with me. Let's take a look at some of the funniest videos of idols being funny with each other!

Before Jay Park went on to become a hip-hop sexy solo star, he was just a goofy member in 2PM who painted things on his face and whispered "I love you" to his fellow members on "Wild Bunny." Watch Chansung, Jaebeom, and Taec be silly here:

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I'm pretty sure anyone would kill to do some karaoke with SNSD. Here's a funny video of SNSD being all kinds of funny and goofy with the Dangerous Boys. How hysterical is Sooyoung?

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When f(x)'s Sully was a guest on a variety program, she couldn't get enough of Park Myung Soo behind the scenes. Watch her die laughing and completely lose it here:

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Hyori and Yoo Jae Suk should have their own show together. The both of them together are actually hilarious and why they won't have a variety program together is beyond me. Watch them be complete goofballs here:

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B.A.P speaking to each other in English is the best thing next to a cheeseburger.

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Team B Suffers A Crippling Loss To Team A In YG's WIN: What will this mean for the YG trainees?

Spoiler Alert: Team B lost to Team A.

YG Entertainment's reality show "WIN", whose goal was to launch its next boy band from trainee status to stardom, came to an end with Team B losing to Team A. While Team A went into the competition with the advantage of leader Kang Seung Yoon successfully debuting prior to "WIN", Team B was reliant solely on the competition to launch themselves out of obscurity. In an industry where trainees can fade into the shadows without fully debuting, what will become of the guys from Team B?

On October 25^th, prior to the competition finale, YG Entertainment CEO, Yang Hyun Suk, announced that he would uphold his original promise to delay the debut of the team or completely dissolve the group. Yang Hyun Suk then clarified that there was a possibility that the losing team would remain as trainees at YG Entertainment, however, the group may not maintain the current lineup and those who are the weakest links may be released. These proclamations wounded the hearts of both fans and netizens who speculated that YG would use both Team A and Team B from "WIN" as an opportunity to create a mega group similar to SM Entertainment's Super Junior or EXO.

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Those familiar with YG Entertainment will recognize the similarities between"WIN" and the show that was created to launch what is now one of the most renown K-Pop groups, BigBang. During "BigBang's Documentary" series, Seungri, whose recent solo release "Let's Talk About Love" dominated the Korean real time charts, was initially cut from the original lineup. CEO Yang Hyun Suk saved Seungri from elimination, using Seungri to replace Jang Hyunseung whom Yang Hyun Suk believed was not as prepared to become part of the group.

If the name Jang Hyunseung sounds incredibly familiar, it is because Hyunseung went on to become a member of Cube Entertainment's BEAST. In addition to BEAST, Hyunseung has received accolades as one half of the duo Trouble Maker, in which he exudes utter sexiness with label mate HyunA. Although, Hyunseung suffered a loss when cut from BigBang, he has proven that he is well suited on the Cube Entertainment label.

In a manner similar to his praise for Team A leader Kang Seung Yoon, Yang Hyun Suk delivered great praise to Team B leader Kim Han Bin who is popularly known as B.I. B.I. is a triple threat with potential similar to G-Dragon, in that he is a rapper, dancer, and songwriter. As a former JYP Entertainment trainee, Kim Donghyeok, also shows a lot of potential as a break out from Team B.

Regardless of what happens to the members of Team B, former YG Entertainment trainees like Hyunseung and 2PM's Jun.K have proven that there are opportunities beyond those offered by Papa YG. What do you think will become of Team B and its members? Who do you think has the most potential within Team B?

[News] 2AM's Jinwoon wants you to listen to Lunch Song Project

[News] 2AM's Jinwoon wants you to listen to Lunch Song Project

2AM's Jinwoon wants you to listen to Lunch Song Project's recent release "Strength of a Family" ("Power of Family").

Jinwoon tweeted in support of the track, writing, "I really recommend it. There are no virtual instruments, and there's something warm and comforting about it. Support that kind of music!"

The man behind the project, Kwon Tae Eun, used to produce under JYP Entertainment and has previously worked on tracks for Rain, 2AM, 2PM, and Wonder Girls.

Take a listen below!

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[News] 2PM's Taecyeon goes climbing in the woods with his beastly strength in 'Nepa' CF

[News] 2PM's Taecyeon goes climbing in the woods with his beastly strength in 'Nepa' CF

Representative 'beastly idol', 2PM's Taecyeon, put his strength and endurance to the test while filming his solo CF for outdoor brand 'Nepa'!

Taecyeon shows how well his shoes are able to transition from everyday activities to those that require more traction as he starts out climbing bookshelves then onto steep rocks, showing his adventurous spirit and strength with the help of his 'Shadow-F' shoes.

Check out Taecyeon's manly charms in the CF above!

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2PM Top Japan Weekly Charts With 'Winter Games' - 'We Sincerely Thank Everyone'

K-Pop idol group 2PM sits comfortably atop Japans's music charts after the release of "Winter Games" last week.

The 'beastly' six-member boy band released their seventh Japanese single "Winter Games" on October 16 and now find themselves at the top of both the Oricon and Tower Records weekly singles charts.

Since it dropped, the new single has dominated the real time and daily Oricon charts with the weekly rankings now in, 2PM have become the first Korean group to nab the number one spot on the weekly chart in months.

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Oricon reported that the JYP Entertainment group sold 108,537 copies of "Winter Games" since its release and the anticipation for the new track prompted Japan's Tower Records store in Shibuya to make a special checkout area for fans looking to purchase the single album.

An exceptionally high number of Japanese fans flocked to the store after the single's release to get their copies making "Winter Games" this week's hottest seller.

The group members said through a representative, "We are very pleased and happy about the honor of being number one on Oricon and Tower Records's weekly charts after being number one on their daily charts. We will be a more diligent 2PM in accordance with all the love we have received. We sincerely thank everyone."

2PM have an outstanding track record in Japan. The group made their debut in the country in May 2011 with the song "Take Off" which immediately shot up the charts.

"Take Off" not only reached number one on the Oricon and Tower Records charts, but also earned 2PM the distinction of being the first Korean group to top the USEN J-Pop chart.

On May 29, 2PM made their Japanese comeback with the track "Give Me Love" and the song also performed well in the song rankings and is used as the theme to a popular television drama, Take Five.

Other Japanese-language singles like "I'm Your Man" and "Masquerade" have also appeared at number one, so it is no surprise that the guys' latest undertaking "Winter Games" has followed with an equally impressive showing.

K.Will Gets Ready to Celebrate Christmas with Fans at '2013 K.Daebak Concert'

K.Will is getting ready to celebrate Christmas with his fans this year.

The K-Pop balladeer will hold his annual Christmas concert, this year titled 2013 K.Daebak Concert, on December 24 and 25 at the Kyunghee University Peace Hall.

The singer addressed his fans and explained plans for the holiday showcase by saying, "Although it is difficult to prepare for my concert, the happiness that I get from seeing many people coming out and enjoying themselves is indescribable."

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K.Will plans to try something very new for this year's Christmas performance. Known for his sweet ballads and melodies, he will branch out into somewhat uncharted territory and incorporate R&B, dance, and hip-hop genres at the 2013 K.Daebak Concert.

"If you spend this Christmas with me, you won't regret it," he added.

Tickets for the yuletide show go on sale October 24 at 2pm KST through the Interpark ticketing website.

So if you are planning on being in Seoul this holiday season, be sure to head over to Kyunghee University and celebrate Christmas with K.Will!

Funniest CFs Starring Your Favorite K-pop Stars

Commercials love using celebrities to endorse their products. If you're a celebrity and you're picked to represent a big product, it means you're doing something right. So let's take a look at some of the funniest commercials starring your favorite stars!

IU's commercial for the "SamSung Galaxy S Hoppin" is quite the adorable one. An IU fan is so obsessed with his favorite artist on his phone that he fails to see that the annoying girl behind him trying to get his attention is indeed the ever so beautiful and adorable IU herself. Watch here:

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Watching Super Junior and SNSD bounce their heads in unison while drinking "Sweet Tea" is comical to me. Why? I don't know but I just imagine all 20 of them in a room practicing this together for hours.

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I feel like anything 2PM does is adorable and hilarious. Watch this sunblock commercial they did below, I guarantee you it'll make you want to be in the sun with these boys as soon as you finish watching it.

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Can someone please just hire Jo Kwon to do every CF in Korea? I promise to buy every product. I don't eat spam but watching Jo Kwon dance to a jam about span makes me want to buy 5 boxes of it right now.

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Lee Seung Gi and Psys' commercial together for Zipel Asak Style is so cute and hilarious. I love Lee Seung's innocence and Psy's swag!

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CJ E&M Ramps Up M Wave Platform, 2PM Taecyeon to Debut Okcat and Sign Fan CDs in First Event

Now fans have a new way to get 'closer' to their idols. Korea's top entertainment distributor and company CJ E&M has launched Mwave, bringing a new way to meet K-pop artists and get access to exclusive events and merchandise. Via the portal, fans can get a chance to receive signed CDs from their favorite K-pop idols.

As to the goal of Mwave, a press release from CJ E&M says, it is intended to be "a global K-culture platform that is geared toward K-Pop and K-Entertainment fans around the world."

Featured under the Mwave shop, CJ E&M also launched a Meet-and-Greet feature. Fans will be able to purchase goods and get access to a live online fansigning with K-Pop artists.

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Select artists will be coming to the Mwave studio to greet international fans and sign their purchased CDs. Once fans purchase from the Meet & Greet section, they'll be able to write a message to the star, which will be on display while the artist is in the studio. The artists will directly select people who have purchased their CDs and sign them, while fans can watch right on the Meet & Greet page. (http://mwave.interest.me/meetgreet/view/10) 

So, no one feels left out, the feed will also be updated live in five languages by Mwave commentators, into English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Spanish.

2PM's Taecyeon will be Meet & Greet's first guest, and will be promoting items from his very own mascot character, 'OKCAT'.

K-pop Electro Dance rookie, NU'EST is the 2nd artist featured. 

CJ E&M's Smart Media's Global Business Division Manager, Lyle Seo said, "The representative Global K-culture platform, Mwave, is bringing the opportunity for international fans to meet K-pop artists and come closer together with this new service. With abundant content, experience in global business and artist participation set as the background, we plan to continue to develop Meet&Greet and Mwave Shop."

K-pop Idols at Dance Practice: Our Favorite Mirror Dance Videos (Part 1)

I went on a YouTube rampage earlier today that landed me on a throwback video of 2PM doing a mirrored dance rehearsal for their single, "I Hate You," back when Jay was still a part of the group. What I've always loved about 2PM was their humor, and their ability to be professional yet always hilarious. Watch it here:

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There's something entrancing about watching Sistar dance in a studio without the bright lights and camera angles. It may be that we realize their legs are longer than life and we start to feel a sting of envy and jealousy right through our blood stream causing us to feel complete entrancement. Oh, is that just me?

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Why does 2NE1 have to be so perfect? Even in a simple studio space their swag is off the charts.

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I love watching Psy dance, it's addicting. It amazes me what a normal looking guy he is when he's out of his signature suit and sunglasses.

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I'm not a huge fan of EXO but I can't deny that their choreography to "Wolf" was one of the best and most creative ones I've ever seen!

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Which one is your favorite off of our list?