OMONA THEY DIDN'T! Endless charms, endless possibilities ♥

Part 1 [EP 284] posted here icymi.
Source: MiniKpop 2
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Source: sevenseasons

I LOVE the jazzy trumpet breakdown.

Synopsis: During the Kingdom of Silla, a group of elite youth known as Hwarang (literally "Flowering Knights") would wield great influence. These dashing, talented knights – Moo Myung, Sam Maek Jong, Soo Ho, Ban Ryu, Yeo Wool, Han Sung, and maiden Ah Ro – could outsmart and outfight anyone as they pushed for justice in Seorabeol, the capital city. One of them would become King Jin Heung of Silla and change the course of history.
Cast: Park Seo Joon, Go Ara, Park Hyungsik, Choi Minho, Do Ji Han, Jo Yoon Woo, Kim Taehyung, Sung Dong Il
Director: Yun Seong Sik
Writer: Park Eun Young
Network: KBS
Episodes: 20
Release Date: December 19, 2016-February 21, 2017
Runtime: Monday & Tuesday 22:00

Watch here: Viki

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sources: MyDramaList | AsianWiki | Do Ji Han's Instagram


I know this gif ^ will get much use. Still don't care about the love triangle.

An analysis of the search words used by app-users in 2016 shows that the most actively-searched group was EXO, with 1,363,699 hits. In second place was BTS with 936,533 hits. These two groups accounted for 80% of the searches related to celebrity goods.

They are followed by Seventeen, BTOB, I.O.I, Twice, Darren Wang, Big Bang, iKON, and Infinite, in that order.

[Spoiler (click to open)]
1. EXO (1,363,699)
2. BTS (936,533)
3. Seventeen (280,917)
4. BTOB (92,220)
5. I.O.I (51,172)
6. Twice (43,201)
7. Darren Wang (35,525)
8. Big Bang (29,534)
9. iKON (16,084)
10. Infinite (13,125)

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Source: Hankyung via Naver (+ translated by me), theqoo, justchen

Do you collect k-pop goods? Are k-pop dolls cute or creepy?

Actor Joo Won and BoA reportedly have been dating since late last year, they both share the same hobbies https://t.co/wtfRhgENN9 pic.twitter.com/pXnrowePmx

— The Seoul Story (@theseoulstory) January 18, 2017

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source: theseoulstory twitter, naver, soompi, netizenbuzz

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Source: melon

They're all so pretty! & I want all of their weapons as room decor.

Watch their MV here if you haven't yet!

Lee Hi is gearing up for her next album with a song produced by the American singer-songwriter Davey Nate!

On January 18, the producer uploaded a picture of himself with Lee Hi on his Instagram and wrote, “Song writing with Lee Hi until the end of the month, and her album is going to be INSANE!!!”

Davey Nate has written songs for many K-pop idols like EXO, AOA, SHINee, TEEN TOP, UP10TION, MONSTA X, and more. He has also worked with worldwide stars like Pitbull, Robin Thicke, and Travis Barker.

It looks like Lee Hi is busy preparing for a comeback!

Soompi, soundbetter, daveynate

AOA’s Yuna refuses to halt her activities despite getting injured.

According to a music source, AOA’s Yuna tore a ligament in her right ankle after performing on stage for SBS’s “Inkigayo” on January 15. The singer was advised to rest for four weeks in order for the injury to completely heal, and she is currently wearing a cast. Because of her injury, Yuna was unable to participate in MBC’s “Idol Star Athletics Championships,” which took place on January 16.
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That's just dumb FNC, let the girl rest

Soompi, spotvnews, osen, mwave, netizenbuzz, my gif

More Teaser Pics =)
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Sources: Woolliment , Woollim_ent 1 2 3

Source: United CUBE

ohmygodguys!!! as if i wouldn't be happy with just a stage perf! they're giving us an mv about dancing rivals with!!! Chungha!! im gonna cry im so happy!!!

The MV comes out 2017.01.22 at 10.10 PM

Winners Announcement



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Finally Show Champion is back, since there was such a long break most of these are technically comebacks/debuts! Because there was such a long break I'm struggling to find any information on the lineup for today's episode so I apologize if there's any missing performances! :(

Sources: LTE -A, MBC MUSIC

[Boys and Girls Music Project Vol.1]
SAM KIM X LOCO 'Think about' chu'
will be released on 25th, Jan. #샘김 #로꼬 #Thinkaboutchu pic.twitter.com/Vt5W8O1ejX

— 안테나 (@antennamusic) 18. Januar 2017

Source:antennamusic

Oh yeah, new music from Sam!

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LTE -A 1, 2, 3,

"Talking Street," a new reality show to air on JTBC aims to gain popularity by getting direct feedback through talking to people on the street.

The cast features established musician Yoo Hee-yeol and popular TV personality Haha as permanent emcees to head the program, while inviting three to four different guests to talk on selected topics. The guests may be high or low-profile people working in various fields such as art, politics, culture and entertainment. The topics can also be developed as they share their experience and opinions with people on the street.
In every episode, the guests will visit selected destinations nationwide from small districts on the outskirts of Seoul to popular main streets downtown.

Yoo emphasized that the new talk show distinguishes itself by creating two-way communication on the street.
"I told the program director that if the show's concept was giving lectures I would not have agreed to appear on it," said Yoo during a press conference at the JTBC building in Mapo, western Seoul, Tuesday. "The biggest difference between our show and lecture shows is space and speakers."
"We call our speakers, buskers, not lecturers. Just as unknown singers perform on the street by busking, we will make efforts to talk to people on the street," said Yoo.

The program director Jung Hwo-min agreed that being on the street has the merit of providing more freedom to the audience and people can just leave if they don't like the talk or stay to listen longer. As the two ask people around the street to listen to their story, it changes the dynamic of speaker and listener.
According to the producer, the unexpected flow of conversation is the point to watch. The invited guests will have their topics prepared beforehand while people on the street will speak directly off the cuff.
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Source: Koreatimes, OnDemandKorea
Note: ODK only works for viewers in North/South America. However, sites like this have some episodes up.
Op hasn't watch all of these, but the ones I have seen are actually really inspiring/interesting.

click on the image above to watch the video!

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♥ pledis' debut project part 1: adore u ♥
♥ pledis' debut project part 2: catch me if you can ♥
♥ pledis' debut project part 3: rum pum pum pum ♥

pristin @ vlive, pledis official

so cute :( they can pull off any concept, versatile queens! added the youtube link!

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》Suzy's official site

Mystic ent.

source: Two Bellmen

I've no idea what this is, but Sica looks gorgeous and her acting is also not too bad!

+HAPPY 🎈 BIRTHDAY +

— CL (@chaelinCL) January 18, 2017

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Something strange is in the water at YG! Who do you think the birthday messages are for, omona? Maybe CL's next song is birthday-themed?

@chaelinCL, @krungy21

loljk i can't even troll effectively happy queenzy day! baby girl is 23 international age can you believe it? @yg let them say her name omg

With Chinese government’s review for broadcast still pending, financial success of 30-part series at risk



The much-anticipated period drama series “Saimdang, Memoir of Colors” is set to begin airing on Korean broadcasting network SBS next Thursday.

Speaking to reporters Tuesday, the show‘s writer and director said that the goal of airing the series simultaneously in China has been thwarted.

Since August, Beijing has reportedly been banning Korean actors from starring in Chinese productions and restricting the import of Korean content, moves allegedly arising from diplomatic tension between the two countries.

“Saimdang,” originally planned to air in Korea and China in November, has been affected as well. The show has yet to be approved for broadcast in China, and will air only in Korea for the time being, said director Yoon Sang-ho during a press conference held at SBS headquarters in Mok-dong, Seoul.

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"...produced at a cost of 21.6 billion won ($18.5 million) and its Chinese rights were sold to the Hong Kong-based Emperor Entertainment Korea for $267,000 per episode...Rights have also been sold to US-based Netflix for $20,000 per episode, and in Japan for $90,000 per episode." Didn't know it was already sold to Netflix too.

KPopHerald

LipBubble official

blackpink who (original choreo)

--Watch New Journey to the West Ep. 2--

[Highlights]
Eun jiwon screaming BokBokgi
The goblins eating the spicy tteokboki and the aftermath
RapKyu performing Fear and dancing to Cheer Up
Mino and his grapefruit
Goblins drinking alcohol



source: kshow123, Amaranthine IC
This show just gets funnier and funnier
Edit: added a link to the unreleased subbed clip of the cast drinking alcohol in the highlights

Source: MBC MUSIC

i love this song so much! They're so cute!!

ICYMI: they'll be releasing an MV for this song starring Queen Chungha

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Source: MBC MUSIC

aaahhh!! Sorn, Seungyeon, and Yeeun just OWNING this look and concept!! I'm in looove!

01. Ordinary Love (보통연애) Feat. Park Boram [MV] 00:00
02. When I'm With You (너 앞에서 나는) Feat. Brother Su [MV] 03:53
03. Ogeul Ogeul (오글오글) 07:53
04. Inferiority Complex (자격지심) Feat. Eunha of GFriend [MV] 11:20
05. Memories (장상) Feat. Yoon Hyun-sang 14:51

iTunes | Spotify
Source: Nur Fadhila

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I say let's enjoy CNU red smoothness while we can
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Source: Storage423 1|2|3|4, CNU Instagram, Baro Instagram, B1A4Days

Synopsis: Eun Hwan-Ki (Yeon Woo Jin) is the CEO of a public relations company, but he is extremely shy. Due to his personality, even his employees do not know him well.
Chae Ro-Woon (Park Hye Soo) begins work at Eun Hwan-Ki’s company. She is very energetic and receives recognition for her work, but her only interest is in CEO Eun Hwan-Ki. She plans to reveal who Eun Hwan-Ki really is.

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Source: asianwiki, Go Seung Ji (soompi)

What are your first impressions?

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Omona don't you want a bite from Jinyoung?
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Source: Drive :B 1|2

CJENMMUSIC Official

This Lyric MV is not just an ordinary lyric MV; it will go #viral. So, be prepared. Powerful message, story and voice. #ALeean #FallBack

— A.Leean (@aleeanofficial) 18 Ιανουαρίου 2017

SOURCES: ALeeanVEVO @aleeanofficial

EXO’s Chen will be joining forces with hip hop veterans Dynamic Duo!

On January 18, a source from Dynamic Duo’s agency, Amoeba Culture, revealed, “The first artist featured on our collaboration project “Mixxxture” with Loen Entertainment is EXO’s Chen. We plan to release the track in the middle of January.”

Amoeba Culture and Loen Entertainment’s collaboration project “Mixxxture,” is a chance for artists and diverse cultural contents to come together to create new results. The three “Xs” in “Mixxxture” represent Amoeba Culture, Loen Entertainment, and a new encounter. The project has especially gained attention for the potential collaborations between a variety of artists along with the artists of Amoeba Culture participating as producers.

Meanwhile, the first artists to collaborate for the project are Dynamic Duo and EXO’s Chen.
Source: Naver via Soompi

2017 just keeps on giving.

BTS has been nominated for a Shorty Award!

The Shorty Awards is an annual award show organized by Sawhorse Media that aims to recognize the best-of-the-best in content on social media sites such as Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Tumblr, Snapchat, Facebook, and more. The awards are given out on the basis of a person or organization’s work over an entire calendar year, and winners are determined through the combination of the results of an online vote and scores from the Real Time Academy.

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Get it, Bangtan!

Source: Soompi

Day6 plan to make 2017 their year with new songs every month and the K-pop-rock act is already seeing promising payoff.

In December 2016, the band revealed they would release new music and hold two concerts every month of 2017. January is starting strong with their two new songs "I Wait" and "Goodbye Winter" bringing the band to new peaks on Billboard's World Digital Songs chart. "I Wait" debuts at No. 3 on the ranking, Day6's highest mark on the tally so far, and is the week's best-selling K-pop song in America.

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Sources: Billboard | jypentertainment

Glad to see the boys getting more recognition!



Now, if only Korea could jump on the train...

chaelincl: Working on my album like

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chaelincl:+2NE1+

sources: @chaelincl (1) (2)

+GOODBYE is available Jan. 21+

(click on image to view DREAMTV and buy Nightmare to help Yoohyeon afford new socks)

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source: ARIRANG RADIO youtube, DREAMCATCHER on V LIVE, Happyface entertainment youtube and my Screencatcher abilities

5 days since debut and their fancafe is nearly at 1k members omg!!!!!!!!!

Pann: Ugh, they just had a comeback

1. [+102, -7] Why aren't they kicking out Yeeun yet?

2. [+101, -3] Hyuna said she contributed a lot in this comeback. No wonder why it gives off Hyuna vibes~

3. [+80, -36] I'm sure it was prepared before the drama Goblin... It takes at least 2 months to prepare for a comeback.

4. [+32, -1] Did they used to dress like this?

5. [+30, -1] CLC looks like 4Minute... Their concept has completely changed. Seems like Cube prepared hard this time.

6. [+25, -2] I prefer their old concept much more... The rapper is totally a Hyuna copycat, her voice and facial expressions.

7. [+19, -4] Their character is unlikable.

8. [+18, -0] I just feel really bad for Seunghee. She joined a group with a trashy character and is struggling. The company doesn't even promote her.

9. [+18, -0] Pepe was my favorite.

10. [+16, -1] I don't understand why the kid raps. She should just be a sub vocal. Her voice sounds so forced.

sources: NATE PANN and KPOPKFANS