Kim Jaejoong, “This Anxiety Developed That Is Similar To Andropause Symptom… It Is A Good Thing”‏

As the top singer in Republic of Korea, how is the feeling about debuting as a new actor? JYJ’s Kim Jaejoong will be acting as a chaebol successor in SBS Wednesday-Thursday drama ‘Protect The Boss’, challenging his first role in domestic drama. Topics such as comparison to Hyun Bin in SBS’s ‘Secret Garden’ starts the conversation.

Kim Jaejoong said, “It feels like the time when I was a newbie debuting, I think the the crucial part is to adapt to the environment. 10 years of activities and I feel as though I have reached andropause, it is both body and mentally exhausting. Although there are a lot of pressure and burden debuting as an actor, as compared to that, this development of anxiety… it feels good.” Kim Jaejoong’s straighforwardness and honesty were felt through the interview.

Why did you choose to debut as an actor through ‘Protect The Boss’?

After acting in Japanese drama ‘Sunao Ni Narenakute’ last year, I have no hurry to plan about acting in domestic drama or movie, thus I thought and researched about it with due considerations. But the schedules and timing were not suitable thus good works were shelved. But after I received the script for ‘Protect The Boss’, I have strong feelings for it suddenly. The plot is very interesting and I feel that the role suits me.

The comparison of “Cold Urban Guy” Cha Mu Won and Hyun Bin

Although Cha Mu Won is good with business and treats others gentlemanly, he always gave a cold and cool impression to others. A bit mysterious too. The role of being a chaebol’s successor is similar to Hyun Bin’s Kim Joo Won but there are differences in the acting and personality.

How do you grade your own acting currently?

This, about 1 mark? I’m still unable to rate my own acting right now. I do not wish to leave an impression to everyone that my acting is a distance from the veterans during filming. I hoped to reduce this difference and co-operate better with the veteran actors.

The prediction for the viewer ratings is…

The higher the better! Keke~~ The previous slot ‘City Hunter’ has very good results, so our ‘Protect The Boss’ shouldn’t “shrink” right. Rather than consideration for the viewer ratings, I would like to place my emphasis on leveling up my acting.

How is the atmosphere at the filming site?

Although I am the youngest at the filming site, Ji Sung hyung holds the role of the atmosphere-creator. I want to receive praises from the veteran actors through good acting. Cha Hwa Yong Sunbae and Teacher Park Yong Kyu, they have given me a lot of opinions and suggestions. When reading of the lines, I tend to laugh and the atmosphere is really amicable.

Harsh words said to sasaeng fans (stalking fans)

Sasaeng fans have their wrongdoings for sure, but there are also lots of problems that lies with some of the rented car drivers which makes us worried. They persuades those who waited for us in front of our house and the overseas fans who followed us. “This is nothing, it is okay to follow them. If found out, just don’t continue to follow, it will do.” Once they catch up on us, it is difficult to get rid of them. Speeding up is dangerous. It is a common sight to follow us on highway till Gyeonggi-do.

The 2 months long world tour has successfully concluded.

This tour is very interesting. After it ended, members and staffs were very happy. Sang our own compositions, and personally involved in the production, and no additional help from other companies, we are very happy, and very proud!

Activities in Japan is still difficult

Not long ago, we held a charity concert for the earthquake relief in Japan. To the members who were able to have a performance in Japan after a long while, it was a very meaningful matter. Although we were pressurized by our ex-company in Japan, and the lots of problems appeared, but we did not mind and I think we would have a lot of issues to settle in the future.

It is still unable to find JYJ’s albums in the record stores in Japan

We are deeply affected by it on why is our JYJ’s album not able to be sold on the market. As a hallyu forerunner, we are saddened by this issue. If we can put in more effort and time and would be able to withstand these tests, then I think we will insist to work hard till the end. If things are still not able to resolve, we would want to apologize to our Japanese fans.

You sang Im Jae Bum’s For You at the concert in Japan and this create a topic

After singing For You at the concert, Im Jae Bum sunbae sang it again in the programme ‘I Am Singer’ and also attracted attention and topics. Although it is not my own song but I was very happy about it. I would like to hold a concert with remake songs or to produce a rock genre album.

Is there anyone you are dating? What’s your ideal type?

Right now there’s no one. There is a big change in my thoughts regarding the opposite sex. In the past, if I were to date with my girlfriend, I would spend a lot of time preparing some gifts, write letters or write a diary and give it as a present to her on our anniversary. But I do not wish to spend time on this now. Am I going to transform into a bad guy? Hahaha. In the past, there would be pre-requisites for my ideal type but there are none now. I think I need a long time to understand the opposite party well.

credit: joongang.co.kr+baidu
trans by: rachui@sharingyoochun

The Chinese translation where we got this article has 12 Q&As while we can’t find the 12th Q&A in the original Korean article, thus we also decided not to reveal the 12th Q&A in account of its lack of reliability.

cr: korea.com

GACKT Sets New Singles Record with His Latest Single, “Episode.0″

GACKT’s first single in nearly a year, “Episode.0“, has sold approximately 29,000 units since it hit shelves on July 13th, landing solidly in third place and setting a new record for male soloists!

“Episode.0″ is GACKT’s 39th single, and it’s continued his tradition of landing in the top 10. This puts GACKT one single ahead of the previous record-holder, Tahara Toshihiko, whose 1992 single “Ame ga Sakende’ru” gave him his 38th ‘top ten singles’ distinction.

“I don’t mean that I’ve been aware of the record while I was promoting up until now, but since there are so many fans who will enjoy (hearing about this), in that case I’m happy about it,” said GACKT delightedly about holding the new record.

As we previously reported, the single “Episode.0″ was part of a special contest, in which Niconico Douga users could see their Gackpoid songs sung by GACKT himself. The winner was “Episode.0″, along with the second place winner “Paranoid Doll”.

Check out the top five male soloists below!

< Male Soloists with the Most Top 10 Singles >01. GACKT – 39 singles
02. Tahara Toshihiko – 38 singles
03. Go Hiromi – 34 singles
04. Saijou Hideki – 33 singles
05. Sawada Genji – 30 singles

Congratulations to GACKT on his achievement!

Source: Oricon

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Aoi from Ayabie to Release His First Mini-album

Aoi from Ayabie has announced that he will be releasing his first mini-album, “symmetry“, on September 14th.

This mini-album will be Aoi from Ayabie’s first release since January, when he dropped his album, “ONE“. “symmetry” will hold a total of six songs, and its first press premium edition will include a DVD with making-of clips and “Aoi no ‘Moto’“.

A colorful tote bag will be given to those who purchase the mini-album through the ‘Aoi OFFICIAL SHOP’ on his official website.

Meanwhile, on July 19th at 9:00 PM, Aoi from Ayabie will hold a premium broadcast “Aoi no secret MTG” to a limited audience at Ameba Studio.

Stay tuned for more details on this upcoming release!

Source + Photo: natalie

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2PM to conclude “Hands Up” promotions this week

2PM will be concluding their “Hands Up” promotions on Sunday, July 24th.

On the 18th, a representative for 2PM stated that 2PM will be ending their “Hands Up” promotions after this week’s music program broadcasts. It had already been revealed that 2PM would be promoting “Hands Up” for only one month after its June 20th release.

The representative said,

“[2PM] will be ending their ‘Hands Up’ promotions this week and will be preparing for their Japanese promotions. Therefore, this week’s July 24th broadcast of SBS ‘Inkigayo‘ will mark 2PM’s last Korean activity for the time being.”

As soon as their “Hands Up” promotions are over, they will be flying to Thailand to film a commercial. From there, they will promote their upcoming Japanese album upon its release in August while going about their ‘Hands Up Asia Tour‘ in various cities around Asia.

Source: Newsen via Nate

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Courts Dismiss All SM Injunctions & “Legally Guarantee JYJ’s Independent Activities”

The drama between Big Bang’s Daesung and the family of deceased motorcylist Hyun seems to be edging towards closure, as it’s being reported that they have compromised on a settlement.

Daesung was embroiled in a controversy back in May after he inadvertently struck Hyun on the highway. The impact of the collision resulted in Hyun’s death, and the media went into a frenzy as everyone tried to uncover the details behind the accident in the aftermath.

A representative told OSEN regarding the settlement, “On July 19th, Daesung and the victim’s family reached a settlement. The victim’s family have expressed that they do not seek charges against Daesung, and that they felt sympathy for him. They also told him not to agonize over the issue, and that they would like to see him be more active soon.”

Source + Image: OSEN via Nate

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KBS brings in SNSD & f(x), explains that they were the original performers for ‘N7W’

On July 17th, a KBS Jeju representative revealed that JYJ’s appearance on their special program, “New Seven Wonders“, was cancelled because of SNSD and f(x), who were said to be the original guests for the show.

“Initially in the past, plans for SNSD and f(x)’s broadcast appearances were being pushed forward, but they fell through because of the groups’ schedules. However, in the final stages of our broadcast preparations, their appearance became possible… Considering our station’s cultural duty of introducing a variety of stars to local communities, we considered what would be effective… We expressed our great apologies to JYJ’s representatives.

Spring Summer Fall Winter will still be making an appearance as planned. However, other artists besides like SNSD, f(x), and a popera singer are also scheduled to appear as well.“

A representative of one of the hosts of the event, the local government of Jeju Island, revealed,

“We did not know of this. With what skill and authority would we cast a celebrity? This is something that is been hosted by KBS Jeju. Our local government message board has been flooded with comments regarding this event, however, this is not something that we have done.“

The local government also shared their concern with this issue’s possible negative impact on the votes for Jeju Island in the ‘New Seven Wonders’ selection process.

Source: My Daily
Tip: Cindy

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C-JeS will report to the Korean Fair Trade Commission and will also take the legal actions

CJES will take a legal action
20 days, according to unilaterally cancel the appearance? Professional management positions.


Hello,
is CJES entertainment.
JYJ (gimjaejung, bakyucheon, gimjunsu) 7 daegyeonggwan origin of the KBS Jeju Special Broadcasting unilateral cancellation notice will tell you about the position.

In mid-April, the last of our landline through the Jeju Provincial Government of Jeju JYJ 7 daegyeonggwan selected and appointed as ambassador will want to pass the votes
officially JYJ via e-mail to ambassador role and reasons for selecting the content delivery It was received on April 26.

However, the commission appointed ambassador ambassadors with the expression for the selecting official press release distributed at the time the convention was to promote the progress
we have received an offer at the time JYJ middle of a world tour, first proposed because it was incomprehensible to progress wichoksik When the test was politely received.

However, Jeju Provincial Government side, the July special edition ready. Then appointed an expression continue to say, promote an urgent need to do first activity began was offered
JYJ Korea's artists as a national brand and Jeju 7 Daqing pipe in the world indicate an important role, responsibilities PR vs. resignation has been accepted.


May 4th Jeju Provincial Government through the Ambassador in the official press release announced that the commission embarked on full-scale promotional activities have
active at the time the World tour to promote Jeju Island during the tour may JYJ, and as ambassador to the phone and online voting foster an image of the pass, and an active flipped.
In addition, last May, Jeju Provincial Government mail through a JYJ thanks nationwide big promotion has become audit of the contents of the e-mails, have:
and July to 20 days Special Broadcasting determined was, JYJ two songs from the Jeju-appointed ambassador for introducing the show was supposed to receive.

But four days before concert last July 16, 2009, we suddenly cancel on TV was that the unilateral notice.
GROUNDS "JYJ appear at the the broadcast itself, can be impossible" without a precise reason for the results was a notice:
today is KBS Jeju JYJ balhyeot side has apologized, but we only received a unilateral cancellation tongboman official said the reason I never received an apology.

We cast for the broadcast program, a broadcaster's inherent authority to decide, I'm sure..
However, this broadcast landscape seven Jeju to pray for the special broadcast was selected points, JYJ been appointed as the official ambassador for three months public relations activities and had to go out for
fruits and vegetables KBS Jeju side unilaterally cancel this notice is urging a formal position.


In addition, we mutually ssijeseu artists and entertainment show without cancellation notice 2 days ago unilaterally organized by one side to the Fair Trade Commission report and
its expression during the commission of JYJ, and pre-appointment for a special broadcast on public relations activities with the commission after the unilateral expression Take it back to the case of cheating the artist through the formalities will be taking legal proceedings.

Finally, JYJ agency and the artist's current lawsuit in the past due to unfair contracts and civil litigation,
as virtually permanent contract against the irrationality of the nastiest of the few artists ssaumil or moral cause, as well as social criticism is not the case in question.
The court During this litigation JYJ free activities as an artist to make a decision that has issued a.

Above all, this is not good enough to date received a great shock to all of you with all due respect to fans of JYJ deurimyeo
JYJ, regardless of what happened to her views to inform the Jeju 7 as one of the people will cheer.


Thank you.


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