Kim Hyun Joong donates 50 million KRW in response to his fans’ charitable actions

Kim Hyun Joong has donated 50 million KRW (~ 44,300 USD) to the ‘Beautiful Foundation’ to help those in need.

Even while he was busy with his ‘Fan Meeting Tour 2012′ in 5 Asian countries, promotions for his Japanese single album ‘Heat‘, and his upcoming drama ‘City Conquest‘, he was moved by his fans’ actions and decided to make a contribution himself as well.

Kim Hyun Joong’s agency revealed, “When Kim Hyun Joong returned to Korea after concluding the fan meeting tour, he was touched greatly when he heard that one of his fan clubs donated 10 million KRW (~ 8,860 USD) to the ‘Summer Campaign for Senior Citizens Living Alone’. He wanted to show gratitude to his fans and wanted to help out as much as he can, and thus, decided to donate to the same foundation“. He continued, “Kim Hyun Joong stated that he wanted to support the elderly who are suffering from the heat, and the college students who are studying hard even in the midst of hardships. We hope that Kim Hyun Joong and his fans’ sincerity reached out to many people.”

30 million KRW dollars were donated towards the ‘Summer Campaign for Seniors Citizens Living Alone’, while  20 million KRW will be used for the ‘Kim Hyun Joong Scholarship’, which his fan club established for college students who have financial troubles.

Meanwhile, Kim Hyun Joong is busy filming for his upcomign drama ‘City Conquest’.

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New still cut of ‘City Conquest’ shows Kim Hyun Joong’s sweet back hug

Actor Kim Hyun Joong shook the hearts of his female fans with his romantic back hug.

A still cut of upcoming drama, ‘City Conquest‘ was released on the 3rd, showing Kim Hyun Joong (playing Baek Mir) gently hugging his co-star Jung Yu Mi (playing Lee Dan Bi) from the back. The fans’ hearts fluttered at the look of Kim Hyun Joong’s romantic stare and friendly skinship, which also raised the anticipation for the drama.

After viewing the photo, the netizens commented, “Dependable Hyun Joong oppa’s sweet back hug! Romanticist“, “Counting down the days until I can watch ‘City Conquest.’ I want to see Kim Hyun Joong’s Baek Mir already“, “They look like a real couple~ they look so good together“, and “Why am I so envious of Jung Yu Mi.”

‘City Conquest’ successfully finished its filming in Japan on July 10th, and is now currently continuing its filming schedule in Korea.

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‘City Conquest’ releases still cut of new on-screen couple, Kim Hyun Joong and Jung Yu Mi

A sweet photograph of Kim Hyun Joong and Jung Yu Mi, the male and female lead for upcoming drama ‘City Conquest‘, is drawing the eyes of drama lovers.

Scheduled to air towards the end of the year, the action-filled mellow drama ‘City Conquest’ has released a still cut showing the two actors in character.

Kim Hyun Joong’s sharp jawline stands out even more than usual as a result of the rigorous training and weight-loss he underwent for his first action role. His messy hairstyle and everyday look displays the casual, yet charismatic image of his character.

His co-star, Jung Yu Mi, seems to be perfectly absorbed in the moment as she smiles brightly while the two look on at something in the distance.

Netizens responded to the photo with comments like “Kim Hyun Joong and Jung Yu Mi, the universe’s most attractive faces“, “I’m curious about the veiled storyline“, “Jung Yu Mi is pretty and a good actress as well. I’m jealous“, and “I’m anxious for Kim Hyun Joong’s new transformation.”

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‘City Conquest’ releases stills of Kim Hyun Joong on a motorcycle

Kim Hyun Joong’s upcoming drama ‘City Conquest‘ has finally begun filming in Japan.

Directed by PD Yang Yun Ho of the hit drama ‘Iris‘, the drama is staffed by the same special effects team and is quickly being nicknamed by fans of the original drama as ‘Iris 2′.

Their latest scenes recorded involved a motorcycle chase scene along with a car explosion that took days to actually complete due to the security measures involved and the amount of timing it takes to make sure everything happens on cue.

Kim Hyun Joong showed ease with his motorcycle and impressed producers with his natural skill on the bike, creating a heavy, tension-filled atmosphere on the set as soon as the PD’s “Action!” rang out into the air.

The staff actually exploded two cars on the set for the scene, making for one dangerous work environment due to the debris and the fire, but everyone is trucking on for the sake of the drama.

A representative revealed, “We’ve completely redone the original story of ‘City Conquest’ so we’re trying to keep the plot under wraps as much as possible. The motorcycle chase and the car explosion scenes are just the beginning of more to come.”

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Kim Hyun Joong determined to reveal new image through ‘City Conquest’

Singer and actor Kim Hyun Joong shared his thoughts on starting a new project.

Kim Hyun Joong attended an event for casual brand Hang Ten Korea‘s ‘Save The Earth‘ campaign held at a café in Seoul on June 13th.

It was here that he opened up about taking up a role in the new drama series, ‘City Conquest‘. “I will begin my new album promotions in Japan starting July 4th, and will begin filming in mid-July,” he said.

He also updated fans on what he’s been up to. The singer who recently wrapped up a fan meeting tour in China remarked, “People think I’m resting if I’m not working in Korea. My cleaning lady even asked if I wasn’t working. To be honest, I work all year round. I receive instrument lessons, and I’m going to start attending action acting school. I will make sure to show you a new side of myself through ‘City Conquest’.”

‘City Conquest’ was originally an adult comic about main character Baek Mir (to be played by Kim Hyun Joong) who lives his life resenting the father that left his mother. He seeks revenge against the society that drove his family to ruins.

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Kim Hyun Joong to make a small-screen comeback through new drama, ‘City Conquest’

After rumors in April, it seems Kim Hyun Joong will be officially making his return to the small screen.

The singer who has focused mostly on his album promotions after his drama ‘Playful Kiss‘ came to an end in 2010 has recently been confirmed for a role in ‘City Conquest‘.

‘City Conquest’ is a drama that’s been adapted from the original comic by author Shin Hyung Bin. This new project brings together humanism and action, and it tells the story of main character Baek Mir who grew up resentful towards his father who left his mother and himself. He takes revenge against the evils of society which drove his family into destruction.

Kim Hyun Joong will be playing the role of Baek Mir, a strong individual who experienced all sorts of difficulties growing up without parents, but a man who becomes infinitely weak when it comes to love.

A representative from his agency Key East remarked, “Kim Hyun Joong is readily preparing to show you a more developed side of himself, as there are many fans who have been awaiting his small-screen comeback. Please look forward to it.”

In related news, Kim Hyun Joong will be holding his ‘Kim Hyun Joong Fan Meeting Tour 2012‘ in May, making stops in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, and more.

Source & Image: OSEN