All you will need for kdream: March 2016

Monday, March 21, 2016

Rainbow's Seung Ah to star opposite Chunji in musical 'Russian Coffee'

It was previously reported that TEEN TOP's Chunji got himself the main role in upcoming musical 'Russian Coffee,' but on top of that, he will be joined byRainbow's Seung Ah as his leading lady!

She is now set to play the role of Tanya opposite Chunji's Ivan. The musical is set to be put on stage in June to make your summertime even more fun. Make sure to check out a different stage presence as well as her powerful singing and natural acting skills with other top musical actors like Jang Ka Ho, Lee Woo Jong, and more!

LABOUM drops Soyeon and Solbin's teaser images for 'Fresh Adventure'!

The first of the members to bring us their spring-themed teaser images is Soyeonand Solbin!

LABOUM's single album 'Fresh Adventure' is set for release April 6!

Jessi holds back tears at her mother's video message

Jessi appeared on JTBC's 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator' on March 21 where she was surprised with a video message from her mother!

Her mother said to the chefs via video, "I am living in America. I live separated from Jessi, but once in a while when I visit her, she eats a lot of snacks like chocolates. My child eats whatever she wants, so I worry a lot. Neither seafood nor mushrooms go near her mouth. I hope she will take this chance to learn and get familiar with food that she doesn't normally eat."

Hearing her mother's kind, thoughtful words and her tender, motherly concern, Jessi grew a bit teary-eyed. Kim Sung Joo asked her to return a video message to her mother, so she simply replied with, "Why greet her? Please don't ask me to do things like this. I'll see her later when I go home," causing laughter. At the time of the recording, her mother was revealed to be in Korea!

Kim Sung Joo gently replied, "When this airs, your mother will be residing in America, so say something to her," so she said to the chefs, "Don't look at me," then said to her mother,https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzjI0jOWWRk&feature=player_embedded

Nell leaves Woollim Entertainment

Following the news of Woollim Entertainment's split from SM C&C, legendary Indie rock band Nell has decided to leave their label of 10 years.

On March 21, Woollim Entertainment revealed, "Even though Nell has been with Woollim Entertainment for the last 10 years, we've decided to undergo an elegant separation for the betterment of both sides. We may be stepping down as Nell's management label, but we promise to always cheer on Nell and maintain good relations with them. Please continue to show Nell much love and affection for their upcoming future."

Rather than looking for a new label, Nell will be creating their own special label, called 'SPACE BOHEMIAN', for their future releases. The band has also revealed plans to release a new full album by the 1st half of the year!

Best of luck to Nell and Woollim Entertainment!

'We Got Married' responds to reports of Kwak Si Yang and Kim So Yeon leaving

The denial came even faster than expected!

MBC was contacted by OSEN regarding the exclusive report that just came out regarding the pending departure of their Kim So Yeon-Kwak Si Yang couple from 'We Got Married.' The rep said on March 22, "At this time, we have never discussed the two of them leaving."

We all know the pattern by now, though, right? Would you be sad to see them go?

Lee Si Young has left her agency for a new home

Actress Lee Si Young has signed an exclusive contract with yet another agency. Previously, she left J.Wide Company to sign on with Hunus Entertainment just earlier this year in around January. However, it's been revealed that she's already left that company, as well, and is signed on with a new place.

On March 21, agency Sim Entertainment released an official statement that reads, "We have signed an exclusive contract with Lee Si Young. We will not hold back any support for her promotions in not only the country but also overseas."

Now she's joined the ranks of other top actors like Kang Ji Hwan, Joo Won, and Kim Jung Eun at the agency.

S.M.ROOKIES pose with SM senior EXO's Xiumin

Kind SM senior EXO's Xiumin kicks back with S.M.ROOKIES' handsome members,Mark and Doyoung!
SM Entertainment posted a brief pictorial of sorts with Xiumin and the two trainees looking super chummy and cute - not to mention the visuals are off the hook. Try not to swoon at too much handsomeness.

In the posts, Mark and Doyoung relay their gratitude toward their senior for posing with them. Although Mark and Doyoung are much younger than Xiumin, he fits right in, doesn't he?

Today's Celebrity Pick: From Kang Min Kyung

Kang Min Kyung is most known for her amazing vocals as a member of the group Davichi. However, her appearance in the recent K-Drama, My Dearest Lady, has been a great treat for fans.

Not only do we adore her singing talents, we have also fallen in love with her acting skills and her cute, feminine casting outfits. Her choice of clothing are suited perfectly for her role in the drama, and we can't help but admire her outfit selections. Click the image below to get a closer look and tell us what you think of her style.

Netizen provides plethora of 'evidence' that Kai and Krystal are dating

A netizen post on an online community board is creating quite the buzz as the poster provided a plethora of "evidence" to back the claim that Kai of EXO andKrystal of f(x) are actually an item!

The netizen first noted an SNS post by an animal hospital in Cheongdam-dong that was allegedly visited by Kai because his cat, Moss, was ill. The netizen then linked this account to a previous statement by Krystal who said, "I like a type like Johnny Depp. Johnny Depp had dated Kate Moss, and I want to become a couple like that." The netizen added that Krystal lives in Cheongdam-dong, which is where the animal hospital is located, and there have been witness accounts of both Kai and Krystal taking a cat to the hospital together. This raised the question of whether the two are raising a cat as a couple. After this witness account was posted, Kai's fans allegedly made a huge commotion so the witness stepped down. That was not the only account of the two being seen together, either, but they are under SM so maybe they're just close friends?

TWICE's 'Like OOH-AHH' becomes most viewed K-Pop debut MV of all time

Remember when TWICE beat 2NE1 with the most viewed debut MV for a girl group of all time for "Like OOH-AHH"? Well now they beat NU'EST to become the most viewed debut MV of all of K-Pop!

The girls have just narrowly moved up enough to earn the title with close to 47 million views on YouTube, whereas NU'EST's "Face" MV has closer to 46.8 million views. Still, they're very close behind!

Good job to TWICE, but it's also amazing to consider how long NU'EST held the title as the MV was released four years ago!

Red Velvet's Yeri revealed to be super close to this child actress

Which Red Velvet members boast 'golden networking'? Meaning, which ones have a lot of celebrity friends and the like. This was one of the many questions the group was asked during their 'Kim Chang Ryul's Old School' guest appearance on March 21.

Wendy revealed that Seulgi and Yeri boasted 'golden networking,' with Kim Chang Ryul asking the latter, "Among the celebrities, with whom are you the closest?" She replied, "Actress Kim Sae Ron."

She showed just how close they were by continuing, "It was my birthday recently, and Kim Sae Ron came with cake and present to have a birthday party [with me]." Seulgi then added, "I get along closely with most of the celebrities who are my age."

Shin Se Kyung Takes Strong Stance Against Rumors

On March 21, actress Shin Se Kyung’s agency Namoo Actors announced its official stance against malicious rumor that’s floating around online through SNS and mobile messenger applications.

Namoo Actors commented, “Shin Se Kyung strongly emphasizes that the rumor that’s spreading online is false. They say rumors and malicious online comments are the prices a celebrity pays for his or her popularity. However, the latest rumors are full of vicious intent which is extremely offensive for especially a female actress. Moreover, these rumors are not only hurting the actress herself, but her family, agency, and numerous fans. It’s extremely upsetting.”

Namoo Actors added, “We declare that these malicious rumors that step all over one’s dignity are absolutely not true. We will take civil and criminal legal actions against the ones spreading the rumor. We will take a strong stance against the people who hide behind the anonymity to produce false rumors and promote further widespread.”

Lastly, the agency added, “From now on, Namoo Actors will strongly fight against the people who spread false rumors through malicious blogs and people who post vicious comments. We will do our best to protect our artists’ individual and civil rights.”

“Descendants of the Sun” Already Breaks Even Despite Astronomical Production Cost

Despite the astronomical sum that went into producing KBS’s smash-hit “Descendants of the Sun,” it’s been revealed that the drama has already broken even!

The production company NEW reported on March 21 that, “Thanks to the incredibly popularity the drama has seen from being simultaneously broadcast in Korea and China, ‘Descendants of the Sun’ has already passed the break-even point from the sales and advertising revenue.”

The producers invested 13 billion won (a staggering $10 million, approximately) into the show’s development, a large portion of which went towards the month of filming in Greece. “Descendants of the Sun” is NEW’s first drama, having started off as a film production company.

“Descendants of the Sun” airs every Wednesday and Thursday on KBS2. Catch the latest episode on Viki!

N Talks About His New Living Arrangements in Ceci Pictorial

In the interview portion of the pictorial, N opens up about his role as Ahn Tae Pyung in the upcoming web drama “Tomorrow Boy.” On the topic of his preparation for the role, he says, “I’ve looked at the script a lot. Also, in order to better form ‘Ahn Tae Pyung’ in my head, I’ve been writing a diary as him. A lot of actors have said in interviews that writing diaries as their characters helps them get into character, so I tried it too. But I think they also had more time to concentrate on the character.”

VIXX’s leader N recently posed for a photo shoot for Ceci Korea.

The pictorial features N showing a much softer side of himself compared to his image in VIXX’s strong concepts, such as those in “Chained Up,” “Error,” and “Eternity.”

N also talks about his living situation, mentioning that he finally moved into his own bedroom. “We recently moved dorms, so I got to move into my own room, and it’s been fun decorating it. I picked out the wallpaper myself, and I bought a rug, and I bought and assembled a desk by myself with power tools.”The rest of the interview, as well as the full pictorial, will be available in the April issue of Ceci.

Choo Sung Hoon and Choo Sarang Send Out Their Last Goodbyes on “The Return of Superman”

Choo Sarang and her dad bid farewell to “The Return of Superman.”

On the episode of KBS2’s “The Return of Superman” aired on March 20, the theme is “Love and Remember.”

Choo Sung Hoon and Choo Sarang hold a thank you party and invite approximately 150 fans, along with other families from the show. Lee Hwi Jae and the twins, Lee Beom Soo and the “Soda” siblings, and Lee Dong Gook and his children grace the event to say goodbye.

Choo Sung Hoon’s family make the food for the event themselves, preparing curry, noodles, cold pasta, and rice rolls.

On the second floor of where the thank you party is held, a playground for the families of “The Return of Superman” is prepared. The kids are entertained, andSeo Eon and Daeul especially show their interest in the older girls while playing.

Choo Sarang walks up to each fan and thanks them through her paper cup phone. Throughout the day, her loud “Thank you” along with her bright smile fills the room. Though it may be her last day, she is the happiest one there.

She also pays extra attention to taking care of the families of “The Return of Superman.” She gives them strawberry juice she made herself, and later on she enjoys a bowl of noodles with Soeul.

“I like being in Korea more than Japan,” Choo Sarang says.

“Thank you for sending us so much of your love for the past two years and a half. We hope to continue to be in your good graces,” Choo Sung Hoon says.

In the end, the two leave behind only good memoires as they part from the show.

Watch the full episode below!

Kim Jong Kook’s Brother Reveals the Singer’s Softer Side

Kim Jong Kook’s older brother, Kim Jong Myung, revealed his little brother’s true nature at home.

On the episode of SBS’s “Running Man” aired on March 20, Kim Jong Myung appears as a special guest for the show as a plastic surgery expert, and heexamines Song Ji Hyo’s beauty.

During his visit, he also reveals Kim Jong Kook’s soft side.

“Though he may look a little aggressive on the outside, he is the lovable, youngest son in our household,” Kim Jong Myung says.

“What is wrong with him then if he’s so good at home? Have you ever been hit by your brother,” the members ask.

“No,” he answers. “On the contrary, I was the one who would hit him when we were younger.”

Watch the full episode below!

Source (1)

Please Come Back, Mister 돌아와요 아저씨

this is my favorite kdream

What would you do if you were given a temporary resurrection after you died? Kim Young Soo (Kim In Kwon) was a hard-working employee of a major department store who died in what looked like an apparent suicide after a tough day on the job. On the same day, Han Ki Tak (Kim Soo Ro), a tough-guy chef who ran a cafe, died in a car accident. Young Soo and Ki Tak meet in the afterlife and are on a train bound for heaven when Young Soo decides he can’t go just yet. He wants to make sure his young wife, Shin Da Hye (Lee Min Jung), and daughter, Han Na (Lee Re), are taken care of. Young Soo and Ki Tak both jump off the train and negotiate with the angel Ma Ya (Ra Mi Ran) for some time back on Earth to wrap up a few loose ends. In a strange twist, Young Soo’s spirit comes back in the body of a good-looking young man who happens to resemble Lee Hae Joon (Rain), the illegitimate son of the department store’s chairman. The chairman’s first son, Cha Jae Kook (Choi Won Young), is not happy to see Hae Joon back from the United States and is determined to chase him out of the company. Young Soo is shocked to discover that his widow, Da Hye, is now working at the department store as a sales clerk, while young manager Jung Ji Hoon (Yoon Park) watches over her. Ki Tak comes back in the body of a beautiful young woman, Hong Nan (Oh Yeon Seo), and he has a heck of a time trying to navigate his new body as he tries to help his actress ex-girlfriend, Song Yi Yeon (Honey Lee), escape from the grasp of a dangerous gangster. Can Young Soo and Ki Tak take care of the people they love before their time on Earth expires? “Please Come Back, Mister” is a 2016 South Korean drama series directed by Shin Yoon Sub. It is based on a Japanese human comedy novel “Mr. Tsubakiyama’s Seven Days” by Jiro Asada.

“Please Come Back, Mister” and “Descendants of the Sun” See Increase in Ratings

Both KBS’s “Descendants of the Sun” and SBS’s “Please Come Back, Mister” are enjoying an increase in their viewer ratings after only two episodes.

“Descendants of the Sun” is leading the ratings for Wednesday-Thursday dramas in that time slot, recording a 15.5 percent rating for its second episode. This is an increase of about 1.2 percent, as the drama premiered with a rating of 14.3 percent.

“Please Come Back, Mister,” is also seeing generally high ratings, scoring a 7.6 percent rating for its second episode and a 1 percent increase from its premiere episode.

On the other hand, MBC’s “One More Happy Ending” actually saw a decrease in ratings, dropping to a 4.7 percent rating for its 12th episode. “One More Happy Ending” will likely see some stiff competition for viewers now, as it airs at the same time as both “Descendants of the Sun” and “Please Come Back, Mister.”

“Descendants of the Sun” airs every Wednesday and Thursday on KBS2. Catch the latest episode on Viki!

“Please Come Back, Mister” and “Descendants of the Sun” See Increase in Ratings

Rain's 'Hello, My Precious' changes title to 'Please Come Back, Mister'

Singer and actor Rain returns to the Korean small screen.

Rain has been confirmed to headline SBS' new drama, of which original title was known as "Hello, My Precious". The original title has been changed to 'Please Come Back, Mister'.

This is his small screen comeback in one year and three months since his appearance in 'My Lovely Girl'. The return of rom-com King is garnering the attention from general drama fans as well as his fans.

'Please Come Back, Mister' is based on the Japanese novel "7 Days of Tsubakiyama" by Asada Jiro. It is a touching tear-jerking comedy drama. Under the assumption that dead people can come back to life briefly from the posthumous world, the drama depicts the life of a man and a woman comically.

Rain plays Lee Hae-joon, who dies in his 40s for overworking as a longtime section manager of a department store and then returns to life as a handsome elite branch manager.

"Please Come Back, Mister' is aired after "Remember" has finished.

source

Goodbye My Beloved adds Ra Mi-ran, Yoon Park, Kim In-kwon

Translate

Monday, March 21, 2016

Rain's 'Hello, My Precious' changes title to 'Please Come Back, Mister'