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2NE1 thanks Nagoya Blackjacks

After successfully completing their concert in Nagoya, Japan on September 8th, Dara uploaded a picture of 2NE1 thanking all the Nagoya Blackjacks.

“2NE1 in Nagoya! 20120908 we just finished our concert in Nagoya ^_^ Thank you Nagoya Blackjacks~!^.* I received all your positive energy and had an awesome time!!! Minzy’s ‘Teva Saki’ dance was so cute as well! ‘Teva Saki Saki’! keke. Next Up?!? Yokohama Arena~!!! Yea~!!!”

The ladies of 2NE1 are currently touring in Japan. The girls kicked off their Japanese concerts with a three day concert in Osaka (August 31st to September 2nd) at Osaka Castle Hall, where 36,000 fans gathered to see them perform and at Nagoya Nippon Gaishi Hall on September 7th and 8th.

Next up is the Yokohama Arena on the 11th and 12th, and at the Saitama Super Arena on September 29th and 30th.

Good luck to 2ne1!

Source: Dara’s me2day

Gaon Chart releases chart rankings for the month of August 2012

The Gaon Chart is the national chart of South Korea and is intended to be the equivalent of Oricon in Japan and Billboard in the United States.

Check out the chart rankings for the month of August 2012 (August 1st – August 31st) below!

< Gaon Chart National Digital Singles Ranking >

1. Psy – “Gangnam Style” – 150,855,485 Points

2. BoA – “Only One” – 97,300,765 Points

3. Davichi – “Do Men Cry” – 91,826,333 Points

4. B2ST – “Beautiful Night” – 90,360,109 Points

5. SISTAR – “Loving U” – 83,954,861 Points

6. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love” – 80,276,593 Points

7. PSY ft. Sung Si Kyung – “Passionate Goodbye” – 78,131,546 Points

8. 2NE1 – “I Love You” – 72,814,911 Points

9. PSY ft. Park Jung Hyun – “What Should Have Been” – 65,644,748 Points

10. Juniel – “illa illa” – 63,601,184 Points

< Gaon Chart National Physical Albums Ranking >

1. Super Junior – ‘SPY The 6th Album Repackage’ – 107,656 albums

2. B2ST – ‘Midnight Sun’ – 63,941 albums (2012 Total: 131,776)

3. XIA Junsu – ‘Uncommitted’ – 55,000 albums

4. KARA – ‘Pandora’ – 45,933 albums

5. Teen Top – ‘Summer Special Be Ma Girl’ – 40,234 albums

6. PSY – ‘PSY 6th album Part 1′ – 19,292 albums (2012 Total: 49,167)

7. Girls’ Generation – ‘Paparazzi’ – 17,324 albums

8. Super Junior – ‘Sexy, Free & Single 6th Album’ – 15,782 albums (2012 Total: 351,526)

9. Supernova – ‘She’s Gone’ – 15,508 albums

10. Various Artists – ‘SM Best Album 3′ – 14,992 albums

(* Total is added for albums that were released in the previous month)

< Online Downloads For The Month >

1. PSY – “Gangnam Style” – 1,280,050 Downloads

2. BoA – “Only One” – 934,059 Downloads

3. Davichi – “Do Men Cry” – 898,950 Downloads

4. B2ST – “Beautiful Night” – 847,971 Downloads

5. PSY ft. Sung Si Kyung – “Passionate Goodbye” – 743,280 Downloads

6. SISTAR – “Loving U” – 728,015 Downloads

7. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love” – 710,441 Downloads

8. Huh Gak ft. Zia – “I Need You” – 666,264 Downloads

9. 2NE1 – “I Love You” – 646,650 Downloads

10. Skull & HaHa – “Busan Vacance” – 640,102 Downloads

< Online Chart – Streams >

1. PSY – “Gangnam Style” – 15,246,249 Streams

2. SISTAR – “Loving You” – 11,067,627 Streams

3. BoA – “Only One” – 10,319,515 Streams

4. 2NE1 – “I Love You” – 9,776,902 Streams

5. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love” – 9,213,445 Streams

6. PSY ft. Sung Si Kyung – “Passionate Goodbye” – 8,807,829 Streams

7. B2ST – “Beautiful Night” – 8,675,941 Streams

8. Davichi – “Do Men Cry” – 8,640,731 Streams

9. B2ST – “Midnight” – 7,705,784 Streams

10. Juniel – “illa illa” – 7,671,370 Streams

G-Dragon rumored to be the main producer for YG’s new girl group

Big Bang‘s G-Dragon is rumored to be the main producer for YG Entertainment‘s highly anticipated new girl group!

According to industry insiders, G-Dragon is said to be producing for the new group, who plans to make a debut this October with a song produced by G-Dragon himself.

G-Dragon is already well-known for the many songs he has written and composed for Big Bang’s albums as well as his own solo albums. However, it is the first time that G-Dragon will be acting as the main producer for any group, and thus, the news is already attracting much attention even before the girl group’s debut.

With G-Dragon said to be the main producer for the group, many are speculating that the group is sure to have a different style than that of 2NE1, as the main producer for 2NE1 is Teddy.

The talented young idol is said to have already written quite a few songs for the new group, and he’ll also be including one of the members, Jennie Kim, in his ‘That XX‘ music video, which will be revealed on September 1st.

But that’s not all! G-Dragon, who is returning with a solo album after 3 years, is also rumored to have recruited another member from the girl group to feature in one of his songs from the upcoming solo album.

The girls from the upcoming group that we have seen so far include ‘Superstar K2‘s Kim Eun Bi (1993), ‘Superstar K3‘s Euna Kim (1994), and Jennie Kim, as well as the other two mysterious girls, whose names have not been released to the public. YG Entertainment is continuing to hold their silence on the number of members the girl group will include and other details.

Source + Image: Star News via Nate

2NE1 characters released for smart phone game ‘Fashion City’

NHN Game Portal Hangame will be continuing their upward trend with a special ‘2NE1‘ update for ‘Fashion City‘.

Social Network Game Company ‘Nok Nok‘ released 2NE1 characters for ‘Fashion City’, and now users are able to employ the 2NE1 members as shopping assistants of the clothing shop they own within the game. With the game receiving explosive interest just a day after it’s release, Hangame is scrambling to release new items related to 2NE1 for ‘Fashion City’.

Gamers are also able to utilize the map to travel to places such a New York and Milan, and the background of the game itself as well as the outfits of each shop change with each location, adding to the fun of the game.

More information about the game can be found here.

Source & Image : HK KJ via Nate

2NE1′s Dara shares thoughts on wrapping up ‘NEW EVOLUTION’ tour in America

Dara revealed a family picture of 2NE1, and shared her thoughts after wrapping up their ‘NEW EVOLUTION‘ concerts in the United States.

On August 26th, Dara posted the above picture to me2day with the message: “Whether it was too long or too short, our schedule in America has ended. ^_^ Ah. I’m sad.. It feels like I’m leaving after frantically working, so I want to come for a vacation next time. New Jersey and LA Black Jacks, thank you so much! T.T I’ll miss you guys… It seems like many wonderful things are happening these days, and it’s all thanks to you guys. Muah.”

Fans are commenting that the 2NE1 members look like sisters in the group picture. They responded, “They must be tired because of the continuous concert schedule“, “They really look like a family“, and “2NE1 is most beautiful when they’re all gathered together“.

Meanwhile, 2NE1 successfully finished their global tour ‘NEW EVOLUTION‘ in the US and will launch the ‘NEW EVOLUTION’ Japanese tour on the coming 31st.

Source+Picture: Dara‘s me2day

2NE1′s Dara thanks fans after successfully finishing the ‘NEW EVOLUTION’ concert in L.A.

2NE1 successfully carried out their ‘NEW EVOLUTION‘ tour in Los Angeles on August 24th at the Nokia Theatre. 2NE1 became the first musicians from Asia to have tickets completely sold out at the venue and they were presented with an award.

On August 25th, Dara posted on her me2day, “Finished with the concert in Los Angeles! Surprise visit by Will.I.Am and apl.de.ap! Their amazing freestyle rap! Thank you so much everyone. This is a gift by the staff members of Nokia Theatre. It’s a gift presented to artists who sold out all the tickets and apparently we were the first from Asia! It’s all thanks to our fans! I’m so happy right now.”

Along with the post, a picture of Dara holding up the plaque given by Nokia Theatre was included as well.

In related news, Black Eyed Peas members Will.I.Am and apl.de.ap surprised the audience by making an appearance on stage.

Source: Dara’s me2day

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Dara shocks fans with her ‘Teddy Bear’ pants designed by Jeremy Scott

2NE1‘s Dara wore a shocking pair of pants fully covered with teddy bears!

On August 24th, designer Jeremy Scott tweeted, “OH DARA I LOVE U!” with a photo showing Dara in a pink jacket and pants covered with teddy bears. The exotic pants, designed by Jeremy Scott, is wrapped around with various types of teddy bears from the hips to the ankle to the point where her sneakers are almost not showing.

In another photo, the 2NE1 members individually showed off their unique fashion style. Minzy wore a jacket with two large teddy bears on her shoulder, CL accessorized herself with a large ’2NE1′ chain necklace, and Park Bom styled her clothes with large golden safety pins. However, Dara’s shocking teddy bear pants seem to make all the rest of the members look normal!

Netizens responded, “Wow… only Dara would be able to wear that…“, “I’m horrified“, “Please don’t wear anything just because it’s made by Jeremy Scott“, “At first, I was surprised by Minzy’s jacket. But then I saw Dara and I was utterly shocked.”

In related news, 2NE1 will be holding a concert tonight at Nokia Theatre LA Live in Los Angeles, CA.

Source: Sports Chosun via Nate, Jeremy Scott’s Twitter

Designer Jeremy Scott shows his support for 2NE1

Famous designer Jeremy Scott showed his support for his favorite K-Pop girl group, 2NE1, via Twitter.

Jeremy Scott urged his followers and fellow Blackjacks to vote for 2NE1 on a recent poll that took place on Global Mnet which asked, “Who is the No.1 girl group in K-Pop world?”. He tweeted with his usual all-caps style while tagging 2NE1, “C’OMON BLACKJACKS U KNOW WHAT TO DO !!! VOTE LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDED ON IT !!!“.

But in the end Girls’ Generation took 1st place on the poll with over 51,000 votes (42.6%) while 2NE1 came in second with over 47,000 votes (39.5%).

In response, the designer expressed his disappointment and tried to console himself and fellow Blackjacks by mentioning that as there are more members in Girls’ Generation, it is more likely that they are able to obtain more votes.

Jeremy Scott’s strong support for 2NE1 is not new as they have built their close-knit relationship collaborating with one another for various events with the designer even creating outfits for the girls’ first world tour.

Source: Jeremy Scott’s Twitter

Tip: itsme, blackjack4ever

2NE1′s Dara and Minzy go jogging together

2NE1‘s Dara recently revealed selcas of her and maknae Minzy doing their morning exercise routine.

Dara shared on her me2day on the 21st, “6:30 A.M.! Although we’re awaiting another packed schedule today, Minzy and Dara did some morning jogging! Minzy is trying to run slowly to match Dara unni’s place. Punk~ you’ve matured a lot, Hehe,” along with the photos above.

She later added, “Minzy is stretching her legs~ [She is] getting ready to run around the Hudson River~!!! Are you ready~?! At first Minzy ran slowly… But after getting in the groove, she showed her [quick] speed… All of a sudden, the distance between us became so wide that I started to become impatient. I ran 6.74km (~4 miles)… I kept trying to follow her. But then… I got struck by an ‘exertion headache’! Today’s lesson! If Dara tries to follow after Minzy, a headache will come upon her.”

“But I will not give up and continue to run today!!! I lost 454kcal! I hope you all don’t give up and continue to do your best! But I wonder why the foreign joggers around me keep staring at me… one stranger came up to me and [joked that my outfit looked like a keyboard].”

Fans commented, “Getting an exertion headache after following Minzy.. hilarious,” and “They’re cute even when exercising. Their fashion is eye catching.”

In other news, 2NE1 will be the first Asian artists to make a guest appearance during the ‘Facebook Live‘ event on August 22nd at 5PM PST.

Source + Images: Dara’s me2day

2NE1′s ‘New Evolution’ concert tour in New Jersey brings in 7,000 fans

2NE1 has managed to bring in over 7,000 fans on the first leg of their global tour in the States!

On August 17th, the girls held their ‘New Evolution‘ tour at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, a concert venue that has previously featured Lady Gaga, Bon Jovi, the Eagles, and Sting. The concert unfortunately started off with a glitch in the system, but fans forgot all about the wait once the opening video started up on screen.

2NE1 kicked off their concert with “I Am the Best“, a performance that made everyone get up from their seats and dance along. The girls managed to turn the concert hall into a club as they carried on with performances of “Fire“, “Clap Your Hands“, “I Don’t Care“, and “Don’t Stop the Music“.

CL, who transformed into a DJ, introduced various pop numbers, while Bom performed her solo hit, “You and I“. Minzy showed off a powerful dance number that made the audience drop their jaws in awe in addition to Dara, who jumped down into the audience during her solo performance of “Kiss“.

Following the solo stages were performances of “It Hurts“, “I Love You“, and “Lonely“. The two-hour long concert saw a total of 23 live performances as the girls brought it to a successful conclusion.

2NE1 will be continuing onto Los Angeles on the 24th and Japan on the 31st.

Source + Photos: Mydaily via Naver

2NE1′s CL volunteers at children’s services center

Singer Sean revealed that 2NE1‘s CL did some volunteering at a children’s center before heading out to the United States for the group’s tour.

Sean tweeted on the 17th, “Before departing for her concert in America, CL came to visit the children of Holt. She planned on spending an hour with them, but she fell in love with Dojoon and spent three hours feeding the children and playing with them. Both Dojoon and CL had a great time.”

He later added, “Dojoon, do you know that the girl kissing you right now is CL noona of 2NE1? Here’s to hoping that our little angels at Holt Children’s Services join happy families.”

Netizens commented, “CL has a kind heart”, “That baby will know when he grows up”, and “This makes me see a different side of CL”.

2NE1 will be holding their “2012 New Evolution 1st Global Tour” concert at the Prudential Center in New Jersey tonight and then travel to California on August 23 KST for their official ‘Facebook Live’ at the site’s headquarters along with another performance at the Nokia Theater on August 24th.

Source: Sean’s Twitter

Tip: blackjacksd, blackjack

2NE1 sends a wreath to Psy, ‘Mapo Style’

With Psy‘s ‘Summer Stand The Drenched Show’ concert taking place, the members of 2NE1 set out to commemorate the occasion by sending the singer a congratulatory wreath.

On August 11th, Dara posted a picture on her me2day along with the comment, “This is a wreath that 2NE1 sent to the CNN Star Psy oppa hoping that the concert is daebak! Go to the ‘Summer Stand, The Drenched Show 2012′ and get drenched~!!! RUN!!!”

The picture features the splendidly decorated wreath with a message that reads, “CNN Star Psy oppa! Good luck with your ‘Drenched Show’. From ‘Mapo Style’ 2NE1.”

Fans responded, “I wanted to go to Psy’s concert too.“, “Fighting to Mapostyle and Gangnam Style.”

Image+Source: Osen via Nate, Dara’s me2day

2NE1 voted as #1 K-pop girl group with the most potential to successfully break US market

2NE1 and Wonder Girls have been voted the top two girl groups with the most potential to become successful in the US.

According to Internet Education Group SevenEduM who polled 378 select individuals from July 27th to August 9th, 184 people (49%) voted 2NE1 as the Korean girl group with the most potential to make it in the States. Behind 2NE1 was Wonder Girls, receiving votes from 50 individuals (13%).

SevenEduM’s representative Cha Gil Young spoke in regards to 2NE1 saying, “will.i.am who is known to be producing 2NE1′s US debut album visited Korea this past May to stop by YG, and he sat down with CEO Yang Hyun Suk, YG’s main producer Teddy, as well the 2NE1 members to discuss their debut. 2NE1 will also be holding their global tour ‘NEW EVOLUTION‘ and perform in New Jersey, LA, and more. So for a number of reasons, 2NE1 looks as though they can successfully break the US market and I think that is why they were selected as #1.”

He continued, “Wonder Girls are also garnering more attention after the release of their new single “Like Money“, and they are receiving a lot of spotlight in the US media due to their history.”

Trailing behind the Wonder Girls were T-ara, Girls’ Generation, SISTAR, f(x), miss A, KARA, After School, and 4minute.

Source & Image: Naeil via Nate

Netizens choose T-ara as the “girl group with the strongest determination”

The latest survey run by DC Inside has brought about a comedic turn of events with their results.

From July 31st to August 7th, online community board DC Inside ran a survey asking netizens to choose “the female idol group that has the strongest determination”. T-ara came in first with a whopping 11,858 votes out of the total 14,798 cast, putting them at an 80.1% lead.

DC Inside gave background on the girls by explaining, “T-ara debuted in 2009 with ‘Lies’ and has been earning much love from the public through their various activities in music, entertainment, and acting. Recently, however, rumors of discord within the group surfaced through their Twitter interactions and has led to the group to experience some hard times.”

Girls’ Generation followed in second with 860 votes (5.8%), and KARA in third with 369 votes (2.5%). Behind them included the Wonder Girls, 2NE1, and SISTAR.

Source + Photos: CBS via Naver

SHINee’s Onew and 2NE1′s Dara become ‘Darbie and Oken’ for Etude’s Lash Perm Volumecara

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SHINee‘s Onew and 2NE1‘s Dara have transformed into “Darbie” and “Oken” for Etude‘s new line of mascara, ‘Lash Perm Volumecara‘!

The concept of the new line revolves around the look of doll eyelashes, featuring a 3-part “dolly look” for every occasion.

A CF teaser will be released on Etude’s YouTube channel on August 20th, but in the meantime, check out some of the promotional pictures below.

Tip: Icen

2NE1′s Dara cheers on Korean Olympic athletes while running on a treadmill

Group 2NE1 member Dara revealed a proof shot of herself tuning into the broadcast of the 2012 London Olympics.

On the August 4th she posted on her me2day, “Wow! Fighting, fighting! Ya ya ya!” cheering the South Korean athletes on energetically.

Along with the words she posted a photo of herself running the treadmill sporting red sweatpants with a loose black shirt. However, only half of her focus was on her workout, as the other half was invested in watching the current Olympics match.

Netizens who came across the photo responded, “Dazzling even from behind“, “Is this what is called lonesome self-management“, “Why are you working out at this time when you don’t have any fat to lose“, and more.

Source + Image: Sandara’s me2day

Gaon Chart releases chart rankings for July 22nd – July 28th

The Gaon Chart is the national chart of South Korea and is intended to be the equivalent of Oricon in Japan and Billboard in the United States.

Check out the chart rankings for the week of July 22nd to July 28th below!

< Gaon Chart National Digital Singles Ranking >

1. PSY – “Gangnam Style”

2. BoA – “Only One”

3. 2NE1 – “I Love You”

4. SISTAR – “Loving U”

5. T-ara – “Day By Day”

6. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love”

7. B2ST – “Beautiful Night”

8. B2ST – “Midnight”

9. PSY ft. Sung Si Kyung – “Passionate Goodbye”

10. Brave Guys – “Spring Summer Summer Summer”

< Gaon Chart National Physical Albums Ranking >

1. B2ST – ‘Midnight Sun’

2. BoA – ’7th Album Only One’

3. B.A.P – ‘No Mercy’

4. Super Junior – ‘Sexy, Free & Single 6th Album’

5. Jang Geun Suk – ‘You’re Beautiful OST’

6. Jang Wooyoung – ’23, Male, Single’

7. Various Artists – ‘You’re Beautiful OST (Music Director Limited Edition)’

8. Various Artists – ‘Big OST’

9. PSY – ‘PSY 6th album Part 1′

10. Various Artists – ‘Phantom OST’

< Online Downloads For The Week >

1. BoA – “Only One” – 536,545 Downloads

2. PSY – “Gangnam Style” – 473,372 Downloads

3. B2ST – “Beautiful Night” – 314,746 Downloads

4. Brave Guys – “Spring Summer Summer Summer” – 261,736 Downloads

5. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love” – 249,083 Downloads

6. PSY ft. Sung Si Kyung – “Passionate Goodbye” – 241,967 Downloads

7. 2NE1 – “I Love You” – 235,396 Downloads

8. SISTAR – “Loving You” – 228,818 Downloads

9. T-ara – “Day By Day” – 220,727 Downloads

10. Brown Eyed Girls – “One Summer Night” – 202,951 Downloads

< Top 10 songs sung at Karaoke >

1. Psy – “Gangnam Style”

2. SISTAR – “Loving U”

3. JUNIEL – “Illa Illa”

4. 2NE1 – “I Love You”

5. Ulala Session – “Beautiful Night”

6. Lee Hyun – “My Heartache”

7. Lim Jae Bum – “For You”

8. Busker Busker – “If You Really Love Me”

9. CNBLUE’s Lee Jong Hyun – “My Love”

10. Busker Busker – “Cherry Blossom Ending”

Source: Gaon

Idol stars who are often mistaken as the youngest member of their group

The above collage of idol stars recently surfaced on an online community board, and is becoming a hot topic of conversation amongst netizens.

Seeing the post titled ‘Idol stars who are often mistaken for maknaes‘, fans began discussing the group members who look young for their age, sometimes even younger than their team’s actual maknaes.

The top choice was B2ST‘s Yoseob. The singer who turned 23 in Korea boasts a baby face and is often mistaken as the youngest member of his group. Likewise, 2NE1‘s Sandara Park (Dara) who was born in 1984 turns 29 in Korea this year, however, her age is not obvious, even when standing side by side with group maknae Minzy who is ten years her junior.

T-ara‘s eldest member Boram is often mistaken as the youngest member thanks to her petite frame, while 2PM‘s Wooyoung is actually a year older than youngest member Chansung. KARA‘s Seungyeon is actually 6 years older than Jiyoung.

Girls’ Generation‘s Taeyeon also looks extremely young for her age, and is often mistaken as the youngest member of her group.

Netizens who came across this post left responses such as, “They all look like the youngest members“, “These members are actually a lot older than I thought“, and more.

Source & Image: Nate

2NE1 to release collaboration with guitarist Jung Sung Ha

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2NE1 will be releasing an acoustic collaboration featuring genius guitarist Jung Sung Ha!

A live performance clip of 2NE1 and Jung Sung Ha’s collaboration will be released on August 1, 12AM KST on Naver‘s tvcast.

Stay tuned to allthatkpops for updates!

Source: 2NE1′s Facebook

Tip: Tristan

CL takes photo with famous music director Divinity Roxx

2NE1‘s Dara posted a picture of CL posing with Divinity Roxx.

On July 30th, Dara updated her me2day with a post that stated, “CL and Divi yesterday at the ‘New Evolution‘ concert after party! So cool, right? From the concert to after party~ I had so much fun [jumping and chilling] with people who are crazy for music ^^ Our band and global tour staff members are probably on their way back to America right now… We’ll see you guys in about half a month in New York! We love you!” along with the picture above.

CL and famous music director, Divinity Roxx, seem to be enjoying the atmosphere to the fullest as they wrap their arms around one another while posing for the camera.

Fans commented, “CL has gotten so pretty,” “It’s good to see them together!” and “They are both cool.”

Meanwhile, 2NE1 kicked off their world tour in Seoul, South Korea on July 28th and 29th.

Source & Photo: Dara’s me2day