BoA falls for ‘To the Beautiful You’

It looks like BoA has fallen for ’To the Beautiful You‘. She recently complimented SHINee‘s Minho and f(x)‘s Sulli on their acting in the SBS drama.

After watching the drama’s latest episode, BoA tweeted on the 5th, “Kyyaaaooo~~~ ‘To the Beautiful You’, this is subtly hilarious?! Minho is cool and Sulli is graceful!! This definitely has some charm?! Ah.. I want to go to high school too, ahhh T.T,” showing her support for her fellow SM Entertainment artists and the drama.

Fans and netizens also commented, “BoA has also fallen for ‘To the Beautiful You’,” “My heart skips a beat for Minho and Sulli’s love line,” and “This drama has charm.”

On the September 5th episode, Minho and Sulli were shown holding hands and hugging each other, which has added to the excitement of their characters’ growing ‘love line’.

Source + Image(s): BoA‘s Twitter, Newsen via Nate

LEDApple takes a friendly snapshot with f(x)’s Sulli and SHINee’s Minho

LEDApple recently took a friendly snapshot with f(x)‘s Sulli and SHINee‘s Minho.

The photos show the SBS drama ‘To the Beautiful You‘ castmates smiling at the camera and showing their friendship with each other. With the support and recommendation from Sulli and Minho, LEDApple were cast for cameo roles in the drama.

LEDApple’s Kwangyeon especially couldn’t contain his joy when he got the chance to work alongside Sulli, who is known to be his role model. Kwangyeon revealed, “Sulli, who is currently striving to be an actress, is my role model. Although it was nerve wracking to work with Sulli and Minho sunbaenim, it is also an honor. We would like to continue to act through a good production with our sunbaenims.”

On the August 30th episode of ‘To the Beautiful You’, LEDApple will be making a cameo as the popular band in school with their handsome visuals and powerful performances, and will be seen heating up the stage with “Time Is Up“.

Minho declares war in retaliation to Jonghyun’s Photoshop contest?

SHINee‘s Jonghyun recently asked fans on Twitter to photoshop pictures of fellow member Minho.

In retaliation to the slew of hilarious pictures that resulted from Jonghyun’s request, Minho has declared ‘war’ on Jonghyun. Jonghyun tweeted on August 28th, “Cute, this is cute“, along with several screen captures of their conversation.

Jonghyun started the conversation with, “Hey Minho…“, to which Minho immediately replied, “This is war..“.

Unfazed, Jonghyun then sent Minho several of the pictures he received from fans and netizens. Minho shot back jokingly, “I already saw these hahaha. Stop sending these to me hahaha“. Jonghyun responded bluntly, “Look at them again“.

Netizens commented on the hilarious conversation, “Jonghyun and Minho’s conversation is so cute“, “Jonghyun sends the pictures even though he knows Minho saw them, that’s so funny“, and “The photoshopped pictures are hilarious“.

Source & Image: Ilyo Seoul via Naver

Actress Kim Ji Won reveals she was set up with SHINee’s Minho in the past

Actress Kim Ji Won, who is currently starring in the SBS drama ‘To the Beautiful You‘, revealed that in the past, she was set up with SHINee‘s Minho.

On the recent filming of SBS’ ‘Strong Heart‘, Kim Ji Won stated, “I’ve been on a blind date with Minho before. A director I knew told me, ‘There’s a good guy I know. I’ll introduce you to him,’ and called Minho over.”

Minho, who also appeared on ‘Strong Heart’, responded, “The director at the time kept telling me how pretty and how much of a catch Kim Ji Won is,” raising curiousity about the stars’ first meeting.

How many ShaWols are wishing they could’ve had the same chance?

Source: Osen

Jonghyun requests Twitter followers to Photoshop Minho

SHINee‘s Jonghyun recently had some fun with his followers on Twitter as he requested them to photoshop a humorous picture of fellow SHINee member, Minho.

Jonghyun tweeted, “Thank you to the staff of Exposports News for this precious data. And now we open the first ‘Goodbye Choi Minho! No, Kang Tae Joon!’ photoshop competition. We will pick the funniest picture and send a small present.”

Original Photo

The result was explosive as many fans tweeted Jonghyun with hilarious photoshopped pictures of Minho in different poses on various backgrounds.

Surprised by the booming reaction, Jonghyun tweeted again, “I felt that one photo would not suffice in the ‘tease Minho’ competition, so after some thought, I decided that I will be taking anything related to the making fun of Minho. Everyone, Fighting! (Don’t use the photo from the article, they said secondary processing isn’t allowed. I just got a little scared too).”

He then took the time to retweet couple of pictures he found funny, announcing them winners of various different categories. He lastly presented his followers with a selca as reward.

Here are some of the pictures that his followers submitted via Twitter:

Source & Images: Jonghyun’s Official Twitter

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in.]

Lee Min-ho to get wax figure in Shanghai

Actor Lee Min-ho’s wax figure will be exhibited at Madame Tussauds museum in Shanghai, China, his management agency said on Friday. Staff of Madame Tassauds from England and China visited Korea and measured Lee’s body size and discussed his figure’s outfit design as well as its pose. Lee’s wax figure will be displayed at Madame Tussauds Shanghai in April 2013. Lee is currently playing the role of Choi Young in SBS drama “Faith.”

Madame Tussauds is the world’s largest and oldest wax figure museum with a history of 100 years and 13 branches in cities including London, New York, Hong Kong, Hollywood and Busan. These branches have figures of celebrities and public figures such as Queen Elizabeth, U.S. President Barack Obama, Marilyn Monroe and Michael Jackson.

(lhj137@heraldcorp.com)

Source & Image : The Korea Herald

[Spoiler] Minho discovers something about Sulli on ‘To The Beautiful You’

On August 23rd broadcast of SBS‘ ’To The Beautiful You‘, Kang Tae Joon (SHINee‘s Minho) tries to push away Goo Jae Hee (f(x)‘s Sulli) after finding out that she is a girl.

Earlier in the episode, Goo Jae Hee unexpectedly meets her half-brother Daniel (Julien Kang) in school. The two argued when Daniel found out that his half-sister Goo Jae Hee was attending an all-boys school, and Kang Tae Joon, overhearing their conversation, found out that Goo Jae Hee was in fact a girl.

In the end, Kang Tae Joon decided that he had to let Goo Jae Hee go, even though he realized he was starting to regain his confidence because of her. Kang Tae Joon told Goo Jae Hee, “I was just ignoring it until now but there is only one solution. I can’t share a room with you.” Even when Goo Jae Hee tried to persuade him, he didn’t budge and pushed back even harder, saying, “If you don’t like it, then I’ll move out.”

He went on to say, “Stop saying that you are going to make me jump again. I quit for good. I wasn’t thinking of doing it for long, and it’s time that I stop,” announcing his retirement. Kang Tae Joon then harshly concluded, “Please, just get out,” causing Goo Jae Hee to shed tears.

Source & Photo: Newsen via Nate

‘To The Beautiful You’ cast members participate in a shoot for SBS ‘Strong Heart’

The cast lineup of new SBS drama ‘To The Beautiful You‘ will be guest-featuring on the next broadcast of SBS‘s ‘Strong Heart‘.

According to SBS, Minho, Sulli, Lee Hyun Woo, Kim Ji Won, Kwanghee, and more recently wrapped up filming for SBS ‘Strong Heart‘, where the members shared some hilarious behind the scenes stories, how they were cast, Sulli’s image transformation, and more.

The episode airs on August 21st at 11:15PM KST.

Source & Image: MyDaily

[Spoiler] Story behind the previously released kiss-scene still cuts revealed on ‘To the Beautiful You’

The story behind the kiss scene still cuts released by SBS ‘To the Beautiful You‘ prior to the broadcast was revealed on the second episode!

An after-party was held after competition between the three campuses. Goo Jae Hee (Sulli) was looking for Kang Tae Joon (Minho) but he was nowhere to be found. It was revealed after Kang Tae Joon had taken a sip of an alcoholic beverage, which he is allergic to. It turns out that as a side affect, Tae Joon will kiss anyone, even someone he has seen for the first time, if he drinks even just a sip of alcohol.

When Jae Hee found Tae Joon, he was already drunk and swaying from side to side. Jae Hee was happy to find Tae Joon but Tae Joon returned her excitement with a mysterious look in his eyes.

After pushing Jae Hee to the wall, Tae Joon slowly approached her, planting a drunken-kiss on Jae Hee as fireworks erupted behind the two.

Source & Photo: Nate

f(x)’s Luna shows her support for Sulli and SHINee’s Minho

f(x)‘s Luna showed her support for fellow member Sulli and SHINee‘s Minho via me2day.

On August 15th, Luna attached the above photo and posted, “Today, I am on the way to filming with Vic-mom and my koala Amber. The rain is pouring down. Everyone be careful on the wet roads. Today is also the first broadcast of ‘To the Beautiful You‘. I love you Sulli ♥ Minho oppa fighting!!”

Sulli revealed three sets of photos in which she can be seen posing with f(x)’s Amber and Victoria.

Netizens who saw the photos commented, “‘To the Beautiful You’ fighting!“, “You are all so pretty“, and “I will do my best to watch the original airing of the show“.

In related news, SBS‘ ‘To the Beautiful You’ broadcast its first episode on August 15th.

Source & Image: Luna’s me2day

SHINee’s Jonghyun leaves a supportive Tweet for Minho and ‘To The Beautiful You’

To commemorate the debut of SBS’ drama ‘To The Beautiful You‘ starring SHINee’s Minho, bandmate Jonghyun left a supportive message to support the idol’s drama via Twitter.

On August 15th, Jonghyun wrote: “The first episode of ‘To The Beautiful You’!! Minho!! You’re looking even more handsome with all the practice you’ve put in!!! I’m looking forward to tomorrow’s episode!!”

아그대 첫방!! 민호야!! 멋있다 연습한 만큼 더 멋지게 나오는거 같다 짜식!!! 내일도 기대할게!! 물론 방송을 보진 않았어!!!

— 김종현 (@realjonghyun90) August 15, 2012

The idol also added, “Of course, I didn’t actually watch the episode yet!!!” causing much laughter from fans and the like.

Netizens and followers of the idol responded to the message with various comments like “Jonghyun is so cute”, “Don’t tell me he’s not going to see tomorrow’s episode too?” and “Jonghyun would say something like that!”

Meanwhile ‘To The Beautiful You’ aired its pilot episode on the 15th, reaching 7.3% in viewer ratings according to AGB Nelson.

Source: Jonghyun’s Twitter

Image: TVReport

‘To the Beautiful You’ reveals still cuts of Sulli and Minho’s night time kiss

New still cuts of Sulli and Minho‘s night time kiss scene have been revealed for SBS‘s upcoming drama, ‘To the Beautiful You‘!

With less than 10 hours to go until the pilot broadcast airs, anticipation is running high among fans, and these new pictures will surely give them something to look forward to. The scene will be included in the drama’s second episode, and is described to capture the moment when Minho pushes Sulli against the wall and plants a surprise kiss on her lips.

Fans are probably curious about what it was like on the actual set, and producers revealed that the scene took about 15 times to perfect. Perhaps to the surprise of many, it was actually Minho that shyly turned red while Sulli showed complete focus during the scene.

Producers stated, “Sulli and Minho are showing perfect teamwork. As they’ve both been working together every single day, I feel like they’ve gotten closer. This drama will provide a heart fluttering romance that will make the hearts of our viewers beat.”

The drama airs on August 15th.

Source + Photos: Sports Chosun via Nate

‘To the Beautiful You’ releases couple posters of Sulli, Minho, and Lee Hyun Woo

SBS‘s upcoming drama ‘To the Beautiful You‘ has released two new couple posters!

There’s barely a week left until the pilot episode airs, and the drama’s already being chalked up to be one of the freshest love stories to hit the small screen in a while thanks to its all star cast of teen idols. The two new posters released today feature two different versions; one with Sulli posing with Minho and the other with Sulli posing with Lee Hyun Woo.

The poster is a depiction of the love triangle that will develop between the three castmates. Most noted is the difference in styles between the two leading male characters. While Minho looks reserved, Lee Hyun Woo shows a friendlier, more playful side in his gaze and the arm slung around her shoulder. Their poses give viewers a general clue about the dynamics of their relationships.

Be sure to check back for more teasers until its first broadcast on August 15th!

Source + Photos: Newsen via Nate

SHINee’s Minho cries in the rain for ‘To the Beautiful You’

SHINee’s Minho has completed a heartbreaking scene in the pouring rain for his upcoming SBS drama, ‘To the Beautiful You‘.

The scene depicted in the new still cuts are a part of the drama’s second episode, which is scheduled to broasdcast on August 16th. Filmed at Kwangju on July 11th, the scene took place at a cemetery and called for Minho to cry his heart out in an emotional scene that called for his absolute concentration and focus.

Minho stepped up to the plate, as staff noticed that he had been getting into character early by cutting down on the chatter and setting himself up for a heavy atmosphere in the rain. Despite it taking nearly three hours to complete, Minho once never stepped out of character and kept his emotions in check, earning the praise of staff.

The pilot episode of the drama will air on August 15th at 10 p.m.

Source + Photos: Star Today via Naver

SHINee’s Minho and Z:EA’s Dongjun to finally go head-to-head in the ‘Idol Star Olympics’!

The well-known all-around ‘athlete-idols’, SHINee‘s Minho and Z:EA‘s Dongjun, will finally be going head to head in the MBC‘s ‘Idol Star Olympics‘!

The ‘Idol Star Olympics’ being held in commemoration of the 2012 London Olympics (normally called ‘Idol Star Athletic Championship’), will finally decide for once and for all the champion of the 110 meter hurdle event

Minho took the gold medal in the first and second ‘Idol Star Athletic Championship’ games, rising up as the powerhouse athlete to beat. However, he was unable to take the gold for the 3rd consecutive year unable to surpass rising star Dongjun’s stellar performance. With Minho’s absence in the next competition as well, Dongjun has currently risen to the top.

After taking the gold during the most recent ‘New Year special‘ of ‘Idol Star Athletic Championship’s hurdle event, Dongjun expressed, “I’m disappointed that SHINee’s Minho couldn’t be here. I think next time he and I are going to have to finish this once and for all. Minho! Let’s duke it out!”

No different than previous years’, the two idol stars brought their competitive spirits and fought for the first place spot in this year’s competition.

Catch the ‘Idol Star Olympics’ airing this week to cheer on your favorite idols and to find out who takes the gold!

Source: DailyEconomics via Naver

‘To the Beautiful You’ releases still cuts of Minho and Sulli’s first meeting

Still cuts of SHINee‘s Minho and f(x)‘s Sulli meeting for the very first time in their SBS drama, ‘To the Beautiful You‘, have been released!

The two will be coupling up for a fresh and romantic high school love line, with Sulli playing the role of the bright and positive ‘Jaehee’ and Minho playing the role of the cranky but athletic ‘Kang Taejun’.

As they’re two of the biggest idol stars in the industry today, all eyes are on them and their couple acting skills. The scene was filmed in Ichun on July 12th, and staff remarked that although their characters take off to a rocky start in the drama, Minho and Sulli are actually a lot like close siblings off set.

The two would often be seen talking about their scenes and asking questions to better themselves with the director and fellow cast members.

Producers stated, “Sulli and Minho are always discussing their characters and the drama, and are working very hard to present natural acting and chemistry. Please look forward to how they’ll stand before viewers with their characters.”

‘To the Beautiful You’ begins airing on August 15th.

Source + Photos: Star N News via Naver

SHINee’s Taemin and Minho almost kiss, fans go wild

The talented boys of SHINee continued to deliver a round of powerful performances yesterday for their second concert, dubbed ‘SHINee World Concert II‘.

Following Jonghyun‘s naughty attempt at a passionate kiss with Taemin, which made Shawols‘ go wild, it seems that Taemin is now the one delivering copious amounts of fan service, by practically planting a big, juicy kiss on fellow member Minho.

The two were jokingly messing around on the stage until Taemin decided to surprise the crowd by passing along a paper bill, by mouth, to Minho.

2min shippers, are you enjoying SHINee’s recent streak of fan service? Let us know in the comments below!

‘To the Beautiful You’ releases character cuts in school uniforms

SBS‘s upcoming mini-series ‘To the Beautiful You‘ has unveiled profile photos of the leading characters in their official school uniforms!

Released on July 20th, the photos include f(x)‘s Sulli, SHINee‘s Minho, Lee Hyun Woo, Kang Ha Neul, ZE:A‘s Kwanghee, and Seo Jun Young shown in handsome new looks that will definitely get fans even more excited about the upcoming drama.

Although they’re all wearing similar school uniforms, they’ve made little changes to better suit their character’s attitude and personality. The uniforms actually took producers about a month to design to make sure that the fit is perfect on each actor.

Stay tuned for the drama’s broadcast next month!

Source + Photos: Sports Korea

Still cuts of SHINee’s Minho high jump training for ‘To the Beautiful You’ released

New still cuts of SHINee’s Minho‘s transformation as a high jump athlete for his upcoming drama, ‘To the Beautiful You‘, have been released!

Staff were quick to praise how quickly he took to the role, showing off perfect form with his toned body and serious gaze.

For his role as ‘Taejun’, he’s actually been receiving personal training from coach Kim Tae Young, who’s also a former national high jump athlete and a member of the Korea Association of Athletics Federations. Minho’s already had his athletic skills recognized on various TV shows already so it didn’t take long for him to quickly catch on.

Check out his performance when the drama begins airing next month.

Source + Photos: OSEN via Naver

‘To the Beautiful You’ releases photos from the first script reading

With anticipation rising for the drama, ‘To the Beautiful You‘ has unveiled a set of photos from their first script reading.

The reading took place back on July 7th at the SBS Ilsan Production Center and in attendance were Sulli, Minho, Lee Hyun woo, Kim Ji Won, Ki Tae Young, Lee Young Eun, Kang Kyung Jun, Seo Jun Young, Kwanghee, Kang Ha Neul, Lee Han Wee, Lee Ah Hyun, and Ahn Hye Kyung.

On this day, Sulli is said to have spoken in a lower tone to better fit the role of a girl who disguises herself as a guy, while Minho showed his hard working attitude as he concentrated on every word that the director and writer mentioned.

Lee Han Wee and Lee Ah Hyun showcased their leadership as they lead the hoobae actors throughout the reading, while also livening up the atmosphere.

A representative from the drama team stated, “The cast of ‘To the Beautiful You’ is already working hard by coming together to produce a perfect drama… We believe that a great project can be produced through the meeting of the passion and intensity of the young actors and the experience of the older actors.”

The pilot episode will air in August.

Source + Photo: MK via Naver