Wonder Girls to make Japan debut in July

Wonder Girls (Wonder Girls website)

K-pop group Wonder Girls will release their Japanese debut album “Nobody for Everybody” on July 25, Japan’s Oricon said Thursday.

The Japanese version of their hit song “Nobody” is expected to be a highlight of the record.

“In Korea, the Wonder Girls have reached their peak, and now we are ready for a bigger challenge,” said Park Jin-young, their record producer.

“We are very excited to meet our Japanese fans,” said So-hee, a member of the group. “We are working very hard to show Japan our best.”

The Wonder Girls bedazzled Korea in 2007 with the catchy melody and dance moves of their hit “Tell Me.” “Tell Me Syndrome” swept over the country, with their addictive music video gaining over a hundred million views on Youtube.

Since then, the girl group has steadily made efforts to enter the international market, starting out with their debut in the United States in 2008.

The girls managed to rank 76th on the Billboard Hot 100, the highest ranking for a Korean artist at the time.

By Sim Guk-by, Intern reporter
(simgukby@heraldm.com)

Source & Image : The Korea Herald

Wonder Girls to make Japan debut in July

Wonder Girls (Yonhap Photo)

K-pop group Wonder Girls will be hitting Japan with their album titled “Nobody for Everybody” on July 25, Oricon reported Thursday.

The Japanese version of their hit song “Nobody” is expected to be highlighted as their debut song.

“In Korea the Wonder Girls are at a stage where they have reached their peak, and now we are ready for a bigger challenge,” Park Jin-young, CEO of the group’s label JYP Entertainment, stated.

“We are very excited to meet our Japanese fans,” said Sohee, a member of the group. “We are working very hard to show Japan our best.”

The Wonder Girls bedazzled their audience in Korea back in 2007 with the spunky dance moves of their hit “Tell Me.” A “Tell Me Syndrome” swept over their fans, with their addictive music video gaining over a hundred million views on Youtube.

Since then, they have steadily made efforts to enter the international stage, starting with their debut in the United States in 2008.

The girls managed to rank 76th on the Billboard Hot 100, the highest ranking for a Korean artist.



By Gukby Sim
Intern Reporter

(simgukby@heraldm.com)

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원더걸스, 7월 일본 진출 예정

인기 걸그룹 원더걸스가 오는 7월 25일 대표곡 ‘노바디’의 일본어 버전을 수록한 앨범 ‘노바디 포 에브리바디(Nobody For Everybody)’을 선보이며 일본에 데뷔한다고 오리콘 뉴스가 목요일 전했다.

원더걸스의 프로듀서 박진영은 “한국에서는 더 이상 올라갈 수 없을 정도의 위치에 있다. 이제는 더 큰 도전을 하고 싶었다”고 일본 진출을 설명했다.

원더걸스 멤버 안소희는 “하루 빨리 일본 팬들을 만나고 싶다. 더 좋은 모습을 보여드릴 수 있도록 노력하겠다”며 각오를 밝혔다.

오리콘은 원더걸스의 2007년 히트곡 ‘텔미(Tell Me)’가 유튜브에서 1억 번이 넘는 재생수를 기록하여 ‘텔미 신드롬’을 불러일으켰다고 소개하면서 한국인 가수로 처음 빌보드차트에 76위라는 기록을 세운 그룹으로 격찬하기도 했다.

한편, 원더걸스는 이미 4월부터 일본에서 화장품 모델로 발탁돼 TV 광고에 출연하는 등 데뷔 전부터 인지도를 높이고 있다.

(코리아 헤럴드)

Source & Image : The Korea Herald

Wonder Girls snap a photo together at the ‘Kids’ Choice Awards’

The Wonder Girls snapped a new photo that showcased each of the members’ beautiful charms.

On April 3rd, the Wonder Girls shared the photo above via their official Twitter page and wrote,  ”And thank you all for voting! We had so much fun at KCA 2012! Thank You always for the love and support.”

The Wonder Girls were in Los Angeles, California on March 31st to attend the ‘2012 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards‘. The girls, who are the first Korean artist to release their self-titled movie ‘The Wonder Girls‘, were nominated for an award under the ‘Favorite Asian Act’ category.

In the photos, the girls looked lovely in their evening gowns, posing for the camera, and netizens who came across the photo remarked, “Always cheering you on“, “So pretty, all five of you“, and “Good to see that you guys are so close.”

In related news, Children’s Entertainment channel Nickelodeon hosts their ‘Kids’ Choice Awards’ every year in Hollywood.

Source & Image : OSEN via Nate

Wonder Girls’ Sohee displays her mature image for ‘MAC’

Wonder Girls‘ Sohee is everyone’s cutie maknae no more, as she’s made a complete transformation into a stunning woman for her latest endorsement pictorial with makeup brand ‘MAC‘!

Sohee was revealed to have arrived at the set with absolutely no make up on, which had the staff in awe over her clear, spotless skin. Artists revealed that she only needed the barest minimum of cover up to bring out the unique cat-like look she’s known for. After being dressed and ready, she captivated the set with a charisma unlike any other woman her age.

The second cut with the bright pink lipstick certainly looks as if she’s traveled back to her ‘omona!‘ days, no?

Sohee stated, “Since promoting overseas more, I’ve begun to look for colors that bring out my Asian skintone. Soft pink or peach tone blushes and lipsticks of various shades are some of the products that I’m most interesetd in lately.”

Source + Photos: Joongang via Naver

2AM’s Seulong talks about his rumors with Wonder Girls’ Sohee

2AM‘s Seulong cleared up the rumors surrounding himself and Wonder Girls‘ member Sohee.

On the March 7th airing of MBC‘s ‘Radio Star‘, the MCs questioned Seulong about his late-night Christmas dinner with Sohee.

“We’ve been close friends since we were younger, and so we very naturally met up to eat dinner. All the members know that we hang out,” he said.

“Christmas was a special occasion, and we were both free after our concert was over,” he continued. “We buy each other gifts on a regular basis.”

The MCs were then quick to point out that Seulong gave Sohee 4 shopping bags full of gifts. “3 of the 4 bags were full of snacks from Japan,” he explained.

And when asked why he was only close with Sohee out of all the members, he answered, “Sohee is an introvert, so she isn’t close to too many people. I’ve just been close to her since we were young.”

“I’m five years older than her, but she calls me ‘Yah’,” he added. “Because I’ve known her since she was a student, she and I are more like family.”

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate

Wonder Girls’ Lim reveals a past photo

Wonder Girls member Lim has recently revealed an old photo of herself working as a translator.

On March 3rd, Lim uploaded the above photo on her me2day account with a post that read, “From my 1st year of middle school. Four translators at a Judo competition! I was very proud of the Korean team.”

Lim is dressed in a red uniform, holding a picket that says ‘Korea’, along with students with pickets of other countries. Her cute look has caught the attention of numerous netizens, who marveled at her unchanged natural look.

Netizens commented, “It looks great! You look the same then as you do now!” and “Hyerim unnie, why are you so cute?”

Source & Image: StarNews via Daum

Wonder Girls’ Yenny laughs off snarky remark made by soccer commentator

Wonder Girls‘ member Yenny responded to a snarky remark made by soccer commentator Kim Dong Wan (35).

On March 1st, the singer wrote via her official Twitter page, “Ay~ It seems like he meant it as a joke, let’s all just laugh it off. Smile.”

Ahead of her response, soccer player Ki Sung Yong held a fan meeting on the same day. In regards to Ki Sung Yong admitting that his ideal woman was Yenny, Kim Dong Wan rudely remarked, “Then looks must not be important to you,” which caused him to be heavily criticized by the public.

Yenny’s tweet proved that she was unfazed, and she encouraged people to stop attacking him.

Netizens who were impressed with Yenny’s laid-back personality wrote, “Awesome of you to over look it. You have every right to be mad“, and “You’re so kind and understanding.”

Source & Image: TVReport via Nate

Wonder Girls’ Ye Eun to cameo on ‘Dream High 2′

Wonder Girls member Ye Eun (Yenny) is set to make a cameo on the 9th episode of KBS 2TV‘s ‘Dream High 2,’ which is scheduled to air on February 27th. She will be playing the role of a top star, also named ‘Ye Eun,’ who gives encouragement and hope to a depressed ‘Haesung’ (Kang Sora) and offers HaeSung an opportunity to transform.

Ye Eun confessed, “Recently, I’ve really been enjoying watching ‘Dream High 2′. When I see Haesung’s scenes, they really tug at my heartstrings and draw me in because it’s like I’m watching me in the past.  I really wanted to offer genuine words of encouragement to HaeSung.”

On a related note, the song “Hello to Myself,” which was written and composed by Haesung in ‘Dream High 2,’ was actually written, composed, and sung by Ye Eun herself.

Source + Image: OSEN via Naver

Following SNSD and Wonder Girls’ Lead, Dal Shabet Opens Plus Friend Account on KakaoTalk

Six member girl group Dal Shabet, who is currently promoting with their new song “Hit U“, will soon meet their fans on the mobile messenger KakaoTalk.

Dal Shabet has recently made an agreement with Kakao Inc., which owns and operates KakaoTalk, to start their ‘Plus Friend‘ service on February 27th.

Current girl groups that are using KakaoTalk’s ‘Plus Friend’ service to communicate with their fans are f(x), Girls’ Generation, Wonder Girls, and miss A, which means that Dal Shabet is the only rookie girl group in the works to join ‘Plus Friend’.

Dal Shabet plans to use ‘Plus Friend’ to share their fun photos, and also plans to hold an autographed CD giveaway as part of their opening event.

Dal Shabet’s agency Happy Face Entertainment stated, “Dal Shabet, who has shown a successful image transformation with their fourth mini-album “Hit U”, has come to formally open a ‘Plus Friend’ account on the mobile messaging app KakaoTalk in order to increase the ways in which they can communicate with their fans. Fans can look forward to seeing the Dal Shabet members’ unedited, fun images in real-time through KakaoTalk.”

The girls continue to promote “Hit U” on KBS 2TV’s ‘Music Bank‘ on February 24th, MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core‘ on the 25th, and SBS ‘Inkigayo‘ on the 26th.

Source: Sports DongA via Naver

Wonder Girls’ Sohee graces the cover of ‘CeCi Magazine’

CeCi magazine has just unveiled the cover for their upcoming March issue.

Sohee of the Wonder Girls became the cover girl for the popular women’s magazine, sporting an outfit from Tommy Hilfiger Korea. The idol recently shot a pictorial for the casual brand’s latest collection, impressing staff on set with her intuition and beauty.

As for Sohee’s cover shot, it looks like the stylists were inspired by baseball — one of the traditional heralds of Spring. Bubblegum, jersey tees, and dark denim all work together to create a look that’s perfect for both the studio and for the park.

Full cuts from the pictorial will be available when the magazine hits stands in March, as well as through the Tommy Hilfiger official homepage.

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Source + Image: Newsen

Wonder Girls’ Sunye shares a thank you message to fans for anniversary gifts

Wonder Girls member Sunye recently shared a heartfelt thank you post for the fan-given gifts the group received.

To commemorate Wonder Girls’ 5th anniversary, fans bombarded the girls with an array of gifts to which the girls showed much appreciation. Sunye posted a thank you on behalf of the group via Twitter which included a short message and a picture of herself with a cake, given to the girls by a fan.

“Thank you so much!” exclaims the idol, who is seen in the photo with a wide smile, holding up high the delectable-looking cake decorated with pink letterings reading “WG 5th Anniversary”.

Netizens have commented: “Sunye you are too cute!“, “Unni you look so pretty. Let’s celebrate the 10th, and even the 50th anniversary in the future“, ”It’s so good to see you smile so brightly. I bid you much joy and happiness for 2012!”

Wonder Girls first debuted in 2007, reviving the girl group boom with their dance pop number “Tell Me“. They have since become large contributors in heightening K-Pop with mega-hits such as “Hot” and the iconic “Nobody“.

Source: Nate News

Wonder Girls’ Sunye and her boyfriend take a photo with matching jackets

A photo of Wonder Girls‘ Sunye with her boyfriend has been attracting high interest online.

On February 18th, articles began to appear with this photo of Sunye and her boyfriend. It looks like it could have been taken during Sunye’s recent trip to Canada. Additionally, the couple are seen wearing matching down jackets to ward off the winter cold.

Netizens left comments like, ”I can totally see the love these two have for each other“, “He’s in Haiti now, right?” and “They look like a perfect couple~“

Source and Image: Star Today via Nate

Wonder Girls’ Sohee models for Tommy Hilfiger’s new denim line

Fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger Korea recently selected Wonder Girls‘ Sohee as its newest muse for 2012, and just released a new pictorial revealing the chic idol in their trademark denim.

Tossing aside her youthful and innocent image, Sohee transformed into a mature woman who confidently showcased her backside. The photo shoot proved to be a success, as the pictorials displayed all of Sohee’s charms. Her smile was bashful, while her pose and seductive gaze proved that she was a confident and mature lady. The skinny-fit denim jeans paired with the short denim jacket brought out her long legs as well as her slim waist, showcasing the idol’s perfect S-line figure.

Sohee has been widely hailed as a fashionista, putting together the most stylish of clothing off-camera. For this particular shoot, Sohee modeled pieces that were simple and easy to wear.

A Tommy Hilfiger representative remarked, “Although this was our first photo shoot with Sohee, she was a pro, striking all the right poses. Thanks to her, the shoot went on without a glitch. She accurately understood the concept of this shoot, and knew exactly which gestures and facial expressions would work for the photos.”

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate

Recent photo of Wonder Girls’ Sunye and her boyfriend

A picture of Wonder Girls‘ Sunye and her missionary boyfriend was recently revealed.

On January 30th, a photo of the couple was revealed on an online entertainment news committee site under the title, “Sunye on vacation in Canada with her boyfriend“.

In the picture, Sunye and her boyfriend are found wearing casual clothing and posing with another man. Netizens have shown particular interest in Sunye’s boyfriend’s strong build, bronze skin tone, and handsome features.

Sunye revealed that she was in a relationship in November 2011. Currently, Wonder Girls are awaiting the release of their upcoming TV movie “The Wonder Girls”

Source: mydaily via Nate

JYP denies reports that Wonder Girls’ Sohee and 2AM’s Seulong are dating

A few hours ago, the Korean media reported that 2AM‘s Seulong and the Wonder Girls‘ Sohee were dating.

Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on your point of view), their management company, JYP Entertainment, has released a statement denying all rumors of a relationship between the two idols.

“Rather than dating, Sohee and Seulong are just close friends,” JYP explained. “All JYP artists have close friendships.”

Big Hit Entertainment, who jointly manages the ballad group 2AM along with JYP Entertainment, also professed to having no knowledge of their relationship. “Seulong is in Japan for his 2AM schedules, and we are in the process of verifying the particulars,” they said. “We will get back [to the media] once everything is confirmed.”

Source: Star News via Nate

Wonder Girls’ Sohee impresses netizens with her sexy hip line

Pictures of Sohee from the Wonder Girls have recently become a hot topic amongst netizens.

Recently, photos surfaced on a popular online message board with the title, ‘Look at Ahn Sohee’s hip line…How can it be so perfect?‘.

The photo turned out to be a collection of Sohee in hip-hugging outfits, and they drew the envy of many with her perfect hip line and slim body.

Netizens have responded with comments such as, “The Wonder Girls members have always said Sohee’s hip is the sexiest…Now I know why!” and “I knew she had a perfectly proportional body but I never knew her hip line was so pretty!”

Source & Image: Daum

Behind-the-scenes photos from the Wonder Girls’ movie poster shoot

Photos from the set of the poster shoot for the Wonder Girls‘ upcoming movie have been revealed!

On January 19th, the ladies shared backstage cuts through their official Twitter account. “We are in the midst of taking photos for our movie poster! Sohee capturing the atmosphere,” they wrote.

In the picture, Ye Eun, Hyelim, and Sohee are sitting side by side on a couch. Ye Eun and Hyelim are rocking volumous up-dos while Sohee sports her usual straight long hair.

In the other photo, Sohee poses elegantly for the camera as she gets ready for her session.

Fans commented, “Finally the Wonder Girls’ movie is going to come out, I’m really looking forward to it!” and “Sohee’s charisma is incredible. Simultaneously chic and cute!”

In related news, ‘The Wonder Girls’ will be holding its red carpet premiere at the CGV Cinemas in Los Angeles on Friday, January 20th. The movie will be broadcast via Teen Nick on February 2nd.

Source: OSEN

Wonder Girls’ Hyelim becomes a lady of light for ‘InStyle’

Wonder Girls‘ Hyelim revealed an ethereal look for her pictorial with InStyle magazine.

In this month’s issue, various artists from JYP Entertainment collaborated with fashion designers to bring out visionary concepts. Hyelim was given the assignment to embody ‘mesmerizing and seductive light’, and she did it in spades.

The idol wore a flowy, goddess-like dress with a gold belt to accentuate her curves. The gauze material of the skirt gave Hyelim an airy look, and the bright red socks prevented a ‘washed-out’ effect.

To really hammer home the ‘mesmerizing and seductive’ aspect, Hyelim conveyed two different qualities with her pose: a strong gaze and straight upper posture gave off a sense of strength, while her crossed ankles seemed almost girlish.

An associate at the photoshoot commented, “It was important for the artists to cooperate since they were working with Korea’s representative designers. But the photoshoot went very smoothly as they treated everyone else with respect and consideration.”

Source & Photo: Nate

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Wonder Girls teach Korean to children of multicultural families

The Wonder Girls recently volunteered to teach Hangul, or the Korean language, to children of multicultural families in South Korea.

According to a charity PR notice, the Wonder Girls paid a visit to ‘Global Sharing Love‘, an organization that supports multicultural families. While there, the members gave lessons on the Korean language to thirty children by explaining several Korean onomatopoeias.

Though it was for only one day, the children enjoyed the lively atmosphere created by the Wonder Girls’ warmth and enthusiasm.

Commenting on the experience, member Yubin expressed, “Children are our future and our hope. It’s not important where they come from, nor what skin color they have. Living together equally is what’s important.”

The girls decided to choose Hangul as the subject for their one-day course because they realized the importance of the Korean alphabet while performing all over the world. Hyerim expressed, “Korean is a very warm language, it creates a bond with people. It relaxes you.”

Source + Photos: Osen