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Thursday, November 10, 2011

[Media Photo] Kim Kyu Jong KOREA LOVE in Japan

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credits: http://www.wowkorea.jp/

[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong The Face Shop IN-STORE PROMOS of the MONTH

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credits: Thefaceshop Phils@fb

[Vid] Heo Young Saeng & Kim Kyu Jong Because I'm Stupid Performance at Seoul Tokyo Music Festival

oohhh i just miss our boys performing at one stage together... AGAIN! :(

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[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong Artmatic Dancers Dressing Room

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credits: Mr Bong@twitter

[Translation] Kim Hyun Joong 14th Message at his Official Site

Translation:

To all students taking the college entrance exam, good luck!

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credits: http://www.hyun-joong.com/

+ @5StarsAs1 (English translation)

[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong First Tour 2011 in Japan Photobook by DATV

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[Photo] Kim Hyung Jun JUNUS Twitter Site Update

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credits: @JUNUSOfficial

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong Most Albums Sold Among Solo Artists

Kim Hyun Joong recorded the highest album sales in 2011 by a solo artist.

On November 9th, Hanteo Chart has has revealed the results for the ‘Hanteo Award’ which is based on albums released from January 1st 2011 through November 7th 2011. Kim Hyun Joong has sold over 200,000 copies with just 2 solo albums released and the results place Kim Hyung Joong on the 1st place for solo artists and 3rd place overall which is an amazing outcome.

Hanteo Chart bases its numbers on all sales data from the road shops adhering to Hanteo Chart in Korea, as well as major music shopping malls and small and medium size internet sites in adherence with Hanteo Charts.

Within the flood of idol groups, Kim Hyun Joong’s numbers are undeniable. Kim Hyung Joog has sold 110,000 copies of his first mini album of the year ‘Break Down’ in June to kick off his solo promotions then with the 2nd mini album ‘Lucky’ has also recorded 100,000 copies sold within just 3 weeks of release. The number is, in fact, the top number for solo artists.

Kim Hyung Joong has earned the honorable title of a solo artist who has sold over 200,000+ just within Korea with 2 mini albums bested only by idol groups like Super Junior or Big Bang.

Kim Hyun Joong is currently actively promoting his title song ‘Lucky Guy’ from the 2nd mini album and is preparing for a 15 day tour of 8 cities in Japan in November, namely Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Sendai, Hiroshima, Yokohama, Nagoya, and Fukuoka

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[Article] Lifestyle Report From Korea: Talking style with Kim Hyun Joong by Philippine Star

Seoul man: Singer and actor Kim Hyun Joong says, “The Philippines has given me a lot of good experiences because the fans have been really welcoming and they’re really warm inside.”

If hallyu is the love for all things Korean, then Kim Hyun-Joong is the undisputed prince of this Korean wave. As the former leader of boy band SS501 (he’s now singing solo) and actor in the beloved Korean dramas Boys Over Flowers and Playful Kiss, KHJ is a pop-culture phenomenon — a standout in a country where it’s tough to stand out, considering that South Koreans are some of the most style- and beauty-conscious people in the world. The plastic surgeons here are reportedly the best in Asia, and many young Koreans — even those who aren’t in show business — will go for tweaks to their noses, eyes or cheekbones without suffering the same stigma they might get in other parts of the world.

“The attitude is, ‘I’m doing it to look more beautiful and if I can be the most beautiful I can be, what’s wrong with it?’” says Diane Lee, overseas marketing associate of The Face Shop’s overseas business department.

Not surprisingly, cosmetics are also big business, and The Face Shop, having gone global and offering a wide array of natural skincare products to address every need, is the best-known and most trusted Korean brand. As their endorser since last year, Kim Hyun-Joong has traveled throughout Asia, thrilling fans while talking up the brand. (He left yesterday to tour Japan.)

A few of KHJ’s favorite things: Power Perfection BB Cream, E’thym Moisture Lotion and Natural Sun SPF 45 with Acaiberry are available at The Face Shop in leading malls nationwide.

Today we’re catching up to him during a rare break in his schedule. Wearing a black suit perfectly tailored to his six-foot frame, his light brown hair styled into a piecey coif, the three-time winner of Korea’s style icon awards offers a friendly handshake. He seems a bit tired but game, answering questions with a wicked sense of humor that unfortunately seems to get a little lost in translation. On the table are a few of what we assume are his favorite Face Shop things: the Power Perfection BB Cream, a triple-action cosmetic that whitens, fights wrinkles and acts as a sunscreen (it can also be used as foundation); and the E’thym O2 Water skincare line, which includes a Balancing Toner, Recharging Essence, Moisture Lotion and Aura Wave cream. Barring a tiny scar under his eye, KHJ’s complexion is flawless thanks to these products.

“Kim Hyun Joong is the perfect brand ambassador because he’s not just a pretty face but (at the age of 25) he also has a good heart with all his charity works,” says Keti Maderazo, Face Shop’s brand manager in the Philippines.

As a model of male grooming who travels with his own stylist and makeup artist, KHJ also proves that there’s nothing wrong with a man wanting to boost his image by taking good care of his skin. Excerpts from the interview:

THE PHILIPINE STAR: You’ve won many awards for being a style icon. How would you describe your style?

KIM HYUN-JOONG: I don’t think I am stylish myself but a lot of people say that I’m stylish. So I’m in a dilemma about whether I’m really stylish or not.

What do you think makes a man stylish?

I think that instead of fashionable clothes, a man should have his own
characteristic himself, his own charisma that shows how stylish a man can be instead of just clothing.

Are there any celebrities whose style you admire?

Grunge (keeps repeating the word “grunge”).

How long does it take you to get dressed?

I don’t do much of the grooming thing in the morning because I have a lot of schedules every day, so the only thing I do is take a shower before I leave.

Why did you choose to work with The Face Shop?

My natural looks are well matched with The Face Shop’s concept of being natural, and using natural ingredients. The Face Shop believes in the naturalism concept, so I think the image matches very well.

What are the Face Shop products you can’t live without?

I’m exposed to the sun and to the lighting onstage, so I protect myself with the BB Cream — it’s on the table — and another one is the sunblock.

You’ve been to the Philippines a number of times. How do you find the Philippines and your Filipino fans?

The Philippines is a very nice place and has given me a lot of good experiences because the fans have been really welcoming and they’re really warm inside. They’re really passionate and their response rate is really high.

What Face Shop products you would recommend to them?

Because the Philippines is a hot place, I recommend the sunblock, of course, and because people in the Philippines sweat a lot because of the warm weather, they need to take a shower very often, so having a light moisturizer would help them.

Where do you like to shop for clothes and get your hair cut and colored?

My stylist actually goes and picks clothes and outfits for me, instead of me having to do the shopping. I go to have my hairstyle done at this salon called Azunsoo in the southern part of Seoul, where a lot of celebrities go. I also get my hair colored there.

What do you like most: music, TV or film, and why?

I can’t choose from the three because the three can’t be separated: in the movie there is music, for the music I have to do music videos. So I can’t really choose.

What kind of music are you listening to right now?

I’m planning to make my next album, so I’m listening to a lot of music that shows the winter feelings, because in the Philippines there’s no winter, right, so a lot of fans can just feel the winter through my music. So these days I’m listening to a lot of winter-related songs, like carols.

When is your album coming out?

The single will be out in December but the next regular album will be out, like, mid of next year.

Are you working on any TV shows or films right now?

I’m working on a drama series, but there’s no film planned yet.

Kim Hyun Joong with (from left) Diane Lee, overseas marketing associate of Face Shop Korea’s overseas business department; Keti Maderazo; Face Shop Philippines brand manager; Marge Apacible, Face Shop Philippines training manager; Jin Ahn, Face Shop Korea training manager; and Kelly Kwak, overseas marketing team leader of Face Shop Korea’s overseas business division

What is the hardest thing about being a celebrity?

The hardest thing about being a celebrity is to have pressure from fans, because whenever I come out with something, all the fans will expect something better next time.

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credits: Therese Jamora-Garceau (The Philippine Star)

[Photo / Scan] Kim Hyun Joong Lotte Star Avenue

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credits: http://www.kimhyunjoongthailand.com/

[Vid / FanCam] Kim Hyun Joong Arrival at Kansai Airport, Japan

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credit: kimhyunjoong24

[Photo] Park Jung Min Clothes Sponsored by General Idea Apparel

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credit: General Idea

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

[Photo] Kim Hyun Joong The Face Shop HOMME Promo Poster

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credits: http://www.ethefaceshop.com/

[Photo / Info] MNet Asian Music Awards [MAMA] Seat Plan

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[News] Kim Hyung Jun First Official Drama

Drama title: 자체발광 그녀! (Tentative)

English title: Girl who shines on her own/She’s Completely Insane!

Channel: Cable KBS-N

Episodes: 12 (mini-series)

To air: 2012 January/February

PD: Lee Jung-pyo

Character name: Kang-min

Type: Arrogant but very charismatic top star

Drama synopsis: A story of stars, PDs, writers who work together at a broadcasting station. Depicts also a loveline between the male lead and some other characters in the drama (maybe PD/writer/female celebrities)

Right now, Hyung Jun is busy preparing for drama reading and body training. Official shooting will commence soon!

He will show his very musculine side, and all staff in the production crew is very anticipating too!

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credits: news.nate.com + news.nate.com

ss501ode.blogspot.com (English translation)

[Vid] KIm Hyung Jun Message to all Examinees in Korea

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credits: hyungjun.co.kr + junusofficialtv@youtube

[OFFICIAL NOTICE] Kim Hyun Joong LUCKY Limited Edition Release

김현중 2번째 미니앨범 LUCKY는 첫번째 미니앨범 BREAKDOWN처럼 1만장 한정판매의 형식으로 진행됩니다. 기대됩니다.

Just like 1st mini BREAKDOWN, LUCKY will also be releasing the limited edition version, with only 10K available for grab.

The triumph card/coin should be what was seen in the MV, maybe even more peculiar.

※SPEC/구성※
+Album
+U:zoosin Triumph Card 1 type
+U:zoosin Coin 1 type
+Unreleased photographs

※SALE INFORMATION/판매 정보※
Real Sale starts online,offline: 2011.Nov.14 (Mon)

Preorder starts: 2011.Nov.10 (Thurs), 3PM (GMT+9)

Where: Synnara e-shop, YES24, Kyobo Online, Interpark, Aladdin, Music Korea, Libro Online, Music Land, Lees Music, Apple Music

*not all online e-shops would be selling

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+ ss501ode.blogspot.com (Translation)