Who wore it better: Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany vs. miss A’s Suzy?

Recently, a popular online forum released a couple of pictures under the title, ‘Tiffany vs. Suzy, same dress, different vibe‘.

The pictures were screen captures of Girls’ Generation‘s Tiffany on MBC‘s ‘Show! Music Core‘ and miss A‘s Suzy on KBS‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘.

The photos showcase Tiffany and Suzy in the same striped navy dress, but both girls are giving off a different vibe. In one hand, Tiffany looks playful and sexy in her formfitting dress. On the other hand, Suzy looks sweet and innocent in her oversized dress.

Who do you think wore it better?

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Jung Hyung Don is Psy’s Doppelganger?

Gagman Jung Hyung Don has perfectly transformed to ‘Beijing Psy’.

On the ‘Infinity Challenge‘ aired on the 8th, the first part of ‘As I promised’ episode was broadcasted as a sequel of last month’s ‘As I Said’ episode. In order to make a parody of the “Gangnam Style” music video at a museum in Beijing, Jung Hyung Don dressed up as Psy and surprised everyone with his similarity to the singer.

HaHa, who took on the role of a producer, made a 8:2 part in Hyung Don’s hair and combed the hair back with plenty of mousse. He even made him wear a suit and sunglasses just like Psy.

Beijing Team, made up of Jung Hyung Don, HaHa, Defconn, Noh Hong Chul, was given the mission to eat jjajangmyun at the Great Wall of China and film ‘Beijing Style’. The opposing team made up of Jung Joon Ho, Yoo Jae Suk, Park Myung Soo, and Gil had to visit Dokdo Island and  serve cold bean-soup noodles and radish noodles and make a music video for  ’Dokdo Style’.

However, the plans for Dokdo Island was forced to be pushed back due to the Typhoon Bolaven. Even though they could not go to the island, the cast promised within themselves to visit later and turned back.

‘Beijing Style’ segment begins at 50:02

Picture+Source: Star-in via Nate

Jung Hyung Don is Psy’s Doppelganger?

Gagman Jung Hyung Don has perfectly transformed to ‘Beijing Psy’.

On the ‘Infinity Challenge‘ aired on the 8th, the first part of ‘As I promised’ episode was broadcasted as a sequel of last month’s ‘As I Said’ episode. In order to make a parody of the “Gangnam Style” music video at a museum in Beijing, Jung Hyung Don dressed up as Psy and surprised everyone with his similarity to the singer.

HaHa, who took on the role of a producer, made a 8:2 part in Hyung Don’s hair and combed the hair back with plenty of mousse. He even made him wear a suit and sunglasses just like Psy.

Beijing Team, made up of Jung Hyung Don, HaHa, Defconn, Noh Hong Chul, was given the mission to eat jjajangmyun at the Great Wall of China and film ‘Beijing Style’. The opposing team made up of Jung Joon Ho, Yoo Jae Suk, Park Myung Soo, and Gil had to visit Dokdo Island and  serve cold bean-soup noodles and radish noodles and make a music video for  ’Dokdo Style’.

However, the plans for Dokdo Island was forced to be pushed back due to the Typhoon Bolaven. Even though they could not go to the island, the cast promised within themselves to visit later and turned back.

‘Beijing Style’ segment begins at 50:02

Picture+Source: Star-in via Nate

The ‘Infinity Challenge’ specials that could have been…

It turns out there may have been some special episodes of ‘Infinity Challenge‘ that were planned, but never got to air.

Netizens recently posted some photos on an online community board with the title, ‘The ‘Infinity Challenge’ Special’s that didn’t Happen‘, and shared the names of various guests that ‘Infinity Challenge’ tried to invite on their show.

Taking a look at the photos, there are a number of stars from all around the world, from movie stars to musicians to sports players. The photos tell us that in 2008, actor Keanu Reeves came to Korea to promote his movie ‘Street Kings‘ and in 2009, Tom Cruise and Lady Gaga were in Korea and plans were made to have them appear on the program, but it never actually happened. Also on that list of celebrities were NBA star Kobe Bryant, Korean soccer phenom Park Ji Sung, former Korean American NFL wide receiver Hines Ward, and track and field Russian athlete Isinbayeva.

In addition to the big-name celebrity appearances, there were also plans for other specials events such as putting together a choir, creating a musical with the songs of veteran singer Jo Young Pil, and taking the Korean college entrance exams.

No one knows for sure if these plans were actually made, and why they fell through, but netizens who saw the photos commented, “What a disappointment, we could have seen Tom Cruise“, “There were a lot of big plans in the works“, and “If all of these plans came to fruition it would have been amazing.”

Which special are you all most disappointed in not seeing?  And if there was one guest that you can see on the show, who would it be?  Let us know in the comments below!

Source: E Today via Nate News

Park Myung Soo’s shark fashion seen on the runway?

It seems comedian Park Myung Soo just might have an eye for fashion.

A photo was recently uploaded on an online community site entitled, “Park Myung Soo’s fashion sense, a need for reevaluation”. The photos show a comparison between Park Myung Soo’s imaginative shark outfit from three years ago, during a fashion design competition for ‘Infinity Challenge‘, and a similar look that recently showed up on a designer’s runway.

At the time, Park Myung Soo’s shark-inspired creation brought laughter and ridicule from his fellow ‘Infinity Challenge’ members and viewers. However, during the ‘AltaModa AltaRoma Fashion Week‘ held last month, famous designer Gianni Molaro revealed his shark inspired dress that had netizens doing a double take as Park Myung Soo had been laughed at a few years back for his imaginative project.

Netizens who saw the comparison photos commented, “Park Myung Soo’s fashion sense was ahead of time, it’s so amazing”, “Is Gianni Molaro a fan of designer Park Myung Soo”, and “Park Myung Soo could be a designer.”

Source + image: Star News via Nate

Big Bang’s G-Dragon to guest on ‘Infinity Challenge’

Big Bang‘s G-Dragon, who recently returned with his new solo album ‘One of a Kind‘, will be featured as a guest on MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘.

YG Entertainment announced, “G-Dragon will appear on ‘Infinity Challenge’. So far, only his appearance has been confirmed, and details of plans for filming and schedules are being tuned.”

Netizens commented, “I’m so looking forward to it,” “I wonder what he’ll be doing this time around,” and “He seems to be officially starting up promotions.”

Are you excited for G-Dragon’s appearance on ‘Infinity Challenge’?

Source: Dongah Ilbo via Nate

‘Infinity Challenge’ members spotted recording in hilarious costumes

Members of MBC‘s main variety show ‘Infinity Challenge‘ were spotted recording wearing hilarious costumes!

On August 30th, a photo titled ‘Filming of Infinity Challenge‘ garnered attention on various online communities. In the photo, Park Myung Soo, Gil, Jung Joon Ha, and Yoo Jae Suk are going down an escalator while dressed up in a very feminine manner.

What first attracted the attention of many was Park Myung Soo, who wore a double-sided ponytail wig with fancy leggings, almost looking like an idol girl group member. Gil and Yoo Jae Suk wore colorful wigs, while Jung Joon Ha wore his signature bob style wig and giving it a little decoration with a red flower.

Netizens responded to this hilarious photo by commenting, “Park Myung Soo is undeniably the best in cosplays“, “I can’t wait to see this episode!“, and “Park Myung Soo looks pretty!”

Source: Sports Seoul via Nate

Noh Hong Chul gets jealous of Verbal Jint on ‘Infinity Challenge’

Who is better looking? Comedian Noh Hong Chul or rapper Verbal Jint?

On the August 25th episode of MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘, Verbal Jint appeared on the show to deliver the mission to the members. Two weeks ago, the rapper appeared as the Russian Roulette game host during the ‘As I Say’ episode. It seems that PD Kim Tae Ho was satisfied with his performance and decided to put him on again for this week’s ‘You Go To Hawaii’ episode.

As Verbal Jint appeared on a TV screen to deliver the mission, Noh Hong Chul asked, “Verbal Jint! Are you now officially part of the show?“ Park Myung Soo then said, “Now that I see him again, Verbal Jint is actually really good looking.” Noh Hong Chul started getting jealous and jokingly dissed the rapper by saying, “I think he has a really big head.”

In the past, Noh Hong Chul was selected as the ‘best looking’ Infinity Challenge member during the ‘You’re Beautiful’ (parody of the SBS drama). Also, the comedian was consistently made fun of by the members to have a huge head hidden under his trademark beard.

In related news, the seven members of Infinity Challenge were given a mission to pass all the rounds with different tasks in order to receive a ticket to Hawaii.

Source: Asia E via Naver

Video of a young Byul (HaHa’s fiance) revealed on ‘Infinity Challenge’

A video of a young Byul has been revealed.

On the August 25th broadcast of MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘, HaHa revealed the full story of his relationship with Byul.

On this day, MC Yoo Jae Suk introduced the couple to the viewers in detail. Yoo Jae Suk stated, “Byul has a very interesting record“, followed by a video clip of a 12 year old Byul on KBS‘s ‘Nationwide Singing Contest’ back in 1994.

In the video, Byul displayed her strong vocal skills with her cute and innocent appearance. Afterwards, a video of Byul’s performance of her debut track ‘December 32nd‘ was revealed.

Source & Image: Newsen via Nate

HaHa expresses his infinite love for Byul on ‘Infinity Challenge’

Comedian HaHa showed his infinite love for his fiance Byul on MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘!

On the August 25th episode of ‘Infinity Challenge’, the members fully covered HaHa and Byul’s marriage story during their mini-section ‘Infinity News’.

HaHa sent his fiance a video message by starting, “Go Eun (Byul’s Korean name). I used to joke around by asking you to get married with me, but I can’t believe this is actually happening. I still have a long way to go, but thank you for trusting me and I will make sure to become the best guy you could ever have.”

He added on, “I used to be scared of getting married. This is only possible because it’s you. I love you. I’ll see you during the wedding.”

During ‘Infinity News’, HaHa reacted to the ‘shotgun marriage’ rumors by confessing that Byul is religious and committed to chastity. Although HaHa confessed that he felt ‘stressed’, he still was able to protect his fiance and seemed excited about their wedding night as he jokingly said, “I will pour all my energy and bring out the inner beast in me.“ The comedian finished off his message by hilariously saying, “Let’s happily live together. And honestly it’s been really difficult for me. There’s a devil growing inside of me… I need you.”

While HaHa was giving out this touching message to his soon-to-be wife, the rest of the members started distracting HaHa by messing up his attire and hair. Despite this, HaHa successfully delivered his hilarious yet touching message to his fiance, whom he described as, “Sexy, but also cute. Cute and innocent, but also sexy.”

Source: Newsen via Nate

‘Infinity Challenge’ members to reveal their reactions to HaHa’s wedding news

On the August 25th episode of MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘, HaHa will be disclosing his full feelings on his wedding announcement through ‘Infinity News’!

HaHa held his press conference officially announcing his wedding back on the 15th in Ilsan, and straight after the conference, the members of ‘Infinity Challenge’ had gathered for a special recording to congratulate HaHa on the good news. Despite it not being a day where they were originally scheduled to all gather, the members made sure that they took time out of their busy schedules to make it happen.

Yoo Jae Suk revealed that he was actually the first to hear about it and talked about what it was like when he found out. As for Noh Hong Chul, he revealed that he had actually collapsed to the floor after finding out!

The episode will also feature a ‘You Go to Hawaii’ special where the members must go through a grueling 10 step mission to win tickets to Hawaii.

Find out their thoughts on HaHa’s wedding and who becomes the winner of a trip to Hawaii on August 25th!

Source + Photos: X Sports News via Nate

‘Infinity Challenge’ tops this week’s viewer ratings in its time slot

MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘ is maintaining its position at the top in the race for viewer ratings!

On August 19th, AGB Nielsen Media Research revealed that the episode broadcast on the 18th had recorded 14.2% in viewer ratings, a 1.8% rise compared to last week.

The episode was a crowd favorite, as it featured the members being pulled into unknown locations and given game instructions and missions to complete.

Trailing behind in the same time slot from KBS and SBS were ‘Immortal Song 2‘ and ‘Star King‘, which recorded 10% and 7% respectively.

Source + Photos: SPHK via Naver

[Spoiler]Park Myung Soo’s Joker induces a roar of laughter on ‘Infinity Challenge’

Park Myung Soo delivered laughter to the viewers due to his misunderstanding of game rules on MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘.

‘Infinity Challenge’ aired on the 18th featuring a continuing game of “As I say”. In the buses assigned to each member by the game of Russian Roulette in last week’s episode, each member fills out the Who, What, Why, When, Where and How in order to complete a sentence. When the empty placards next to the bus are completed, then each member has to to act out the sentence as the punishment.

When the bus halts at the pre-determined bus stops, the members can write on either their own or other member’s placards. All members are previously given a ‘Joker’ card that can make the sentence invalid if used wisely. ‘Joker’ cards can contain any words except those related to the five W’s and one H, basically a member can write whatever he wants.

Park Myung Soo was given an almost completed sentence that makes him do gymnast Son Yeon Jae‘s ribbon routine in his underwear, in Jung Joon Ha‘s bedroom, when Yoo Jae Suk wants him to. With one last placard left, he took out his ‘Joker’ card. But because he misunderstood the rules of the game, he wrote “Joker” in the last card. Ultimately, he ended having to get the punishment.

When he heard of the result, his confident face was at once crumpled. Jung Hyung Don laughed out loud and commented, “That was completely unexpected” and Yoo Jae Suk laughed his head off and said in between breaths, “I can’t believe this! You really made us laugh today, hyung.” As he was taking the news in, Park Myung Soo was embarrassed and humorously yelled at the passerby’s who were filming the scene.

The hilarity begins at 71:10

Picture+Source:Osen via Nate

Park Myung Soo congratulates HaHa on his upcoming marriage

Fellow ‘Infinity Challenge‘ cast member Park Myung Soo congratulated HaHa on his upcoming wedding.

During the most recent episode of ‘Park Myung Soo’s Moving TV‘, Park Myung Soo stated, “Congratulations on your marriage HaHa. Live a happy life.”

He revealed he had known about the marriage three weeks prior to HaHa’s announcement, stating, “Don’t you think the ‘Infinity Challenge’ members will do something special for your wedding? Look forward to it.”

Park Myung Soo also added, “I believe HaHa’s wedding is five days after the ‘Infinity Challenge Concert’. Maybe HaHa will propose during the concert.”

Netizens commented, “His message was very heartwarming,” and “I wonder how HaHa will propose.”

Source + Image: TV Report via Naver

MBLAQ’s Lee Joon once again brings out his silly nature on ‘Infinity Challenge’

MBLAQ‘s Lee Joon revealed his silly side on MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘.

On the August 11th episode, Lee Joon joined the ‘Infinity Challenge’ cast as well as actress Lee Na Young, Jo Kwon, Lee Tae Sung, and Defconn on the final part of the ‘summer MT’ special.

The guests participated in a speed quiz game, and Lee Joon, who was on Park Myung Soo‘s team, was asked to explain the word “moratorium” (actual English word).

The MBLAQ member seemed taken aback as he yelled, “The hat (moja in Korean)… I want to wear a hat… hat.. boradori.” Defconn and Park Myung Soo were obviously confused, however, Lee Joon continued to yell, “The second syllable from boradori!”

Luckily for him, after a few guesses, his teammates shouted “moratorium”, thereby correctly guessing what Lee Joon was trying to explain in his own puzzling, yet hilarious way.

Source: Xsportsnews via Nate

Yoo Jae Suk gets noticed for his arm muscles once again

“Nation’s MC” Yoo Jae Suk has been getting noticed for his fit physique once again.

A post titled “Yoo Jae Suk’s unexpected arm muscles” was posted onto an online community recently, and it’s been creating buzz ever since.

The revealed photo captures Yoo Jae Suk and fellow ‘Infinity Challenge‘ cast member HaHa during filming.

Netizens commented, “Nation’s MC, your arm muscles are splendid,” “Your t-shirt is tight on you. Cool muscles,” “The best husband material,” and “Unexpected. I’m going to exercise too.”

Take a look at some of that hot eye candy below!

Source: Asia Today via Nate

‘Infinity Challenge’ pokes fun at T-ara scandal and Olympic fencing?

The weekend MBC variety show ‘Infinity Challenge’ has long been known for its sharp wit and sideways references to social issues, and the latest episode was no exception as the show made quick passing remarks towards both the T-ara incident and the Olympic fencing controversy.

Midway during the program, cast member Noh Hong Chul grew visibly frustrated during a ‘speed quiz’ segment, and the caption remarked “only one second passed…you can slow down”. This is a reference to the incident during the 2012 London Olympics where South Korean fencing contestant, Shin Ah Lam, was attacked by her opponent repeatedly during a period when the timer was momentarily stopped with one second left on the clock.

In another segment, team leader Jung Jun Ha attempted to push Defconn to the other team, but met with fierce resistance along with the caption “hanging on with determination”. ‘Determination’ has become a buzzword of sorts following the tweets by the T-ara members which started the entire controversy.

Source: Star News via Nate

 

‘Infinity Challenge’ cast’s Facebook accounts revealed to be fake

HaHa has revealed that the Facebook accounts of the ‘Infinity Challenge‘ cast are fake.

He posted to Twitter on the 2nd, “The Facebook accounts of the ‘Infinity Challenge’ family including [Yoo Jae Suk] hyung’s are fake! Don’t be fooled. Also, for those of you who are impersonating our identities, please delete the accounts.”

He continued, “If it’s a fan page, it’s better to clearly mark it as so. A lot of people are misunderstanding, and because [the posts] aren’t from our mouths, they can be distorted without our [permission or intention]… Anyway, we don’t have Facebooks.”

Recently, fake Facebook accounts of the ‘Infinity Challenge’ members have been receiving a lot of “likes” on the social networking service. Many fans have been mistaking the accounts as authentic as those behind them have been posting as if they were the cast members themselves. The misunderstanding grew when it was revealed that Yoo Jae Suk had finally bought his first smartphone.

Netizens commented, “I thought it was for real, but they’re fake,” “These days, celebrity impersonators are too harsh,” “Please don’t mess with Yoo Jae Suk,” and “How about Yoo Jae Suk takes this chance to make a real Facebook?”

Source: Hankooki via Nate

‘Infinity Challenge’ PD concerned over the show’s unconfirmed broadcast time slot this week

PD Kim Tae Ho expressed his concerns in regards to the broadcast hour of this week’s ’Infinity Challenge‘.

The PD wrote on his Twitter, “Saturday, August 4th. As of now, it is still unclear as to whether ‘Infinity Challenge’ will air at 4:25PM or 6:30PM, due to the Olympics broadcast. Pacing around nervously, afraid a lot of people will miss the broadcast like they did last week.”

Due to the spotlight being on the London Olympics, producers of various shows have been concerned about the irregularities in schedule causing viewer ratings to drop. Kim Tae Ho is one of them for it is yet unclear whether ‘Infinity Challenge’ will air either at 4:25PM or 6:30PM as it all depends on how long the Badminton Men’s Doubles Semifinals will take.

Netizens who came across his tweet reassured him that they would not miss the program. They wrote, “We will check for the time, and make sure to tune in,” and “I do not want to miss this episode.”

Meanwhile, this week’s episode of ‘Infinity Challenge’ will feature actress Lee Na Young, actor Lee Tae Sung, MBLAQ‘s Lee Joon, and more.

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate

CHI CHI’s Shine shows her love for ‘Infinity Challenge’

Girl group CHI CHI‘s member Shine displayed love for MBC‘s ‘Infinity Challenge‘ on her Twitter.

On July 19th, Shine tweeted a caricature of the ‘Infinity Challenge’ members that she had drawn herself, saying, “I’m so happy that ‘Infinity Challenge’ is finally starting again, so I drew a picture of the members. Does it look like them?”

Shine’s drawing drew more attention for her accurate portrayal of each member and their unique characteristics. She also included the official ‘Infinity Challenge’ emblem and the word “forever” in her drawing, a message to show her support of the TV show, returned after 24 weeks of re-runs.

Shine even gave the drawing to ‘Infinity Challenge’ member Park Myung Soo as a gift, a warm gesture that proves how much of a fan she is.

What do you think about Shine’s drawing?

Tip: Randy + Shine’s Twitter