Six-member K-pop boy group VIXX revealed posters on Sunday on its official fan site for its first solo concerts since debuting in 2012.The set of six posters shows different members hinting at the theme for the upcoming concert, “VIXX Live Fantasia Hex Sign.”Tickets for VIXX’s three concerts sold out in 10 minutes, proving its popularity despite its low profile compared to other K-pop boy bands.VIXX will stage exclusive performances at Olympic Park in eastern Seoul from July 18 to 20.By Ha Ji-wo

Fans of B2ST joined forces to run a private theater for a month at a CGV cinema in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province.The selected theater, dubbed “B2ST House,” is showing clips of the boy band.“B2ST House” was created by fans who wish to support the K-pop group’s comeback with the EP “Good Luck.” Those who bring B2ST’s EP or a fan club card will be offered a 2,000 won discount.“Because of the fans’ love, we now have a cinema. Thank you so much. B2ST will do its best with ‘Good Luck’ (thanks to) all you

Actor Lee Min-ho celebrated his 28th birthday by sharing gifts with all the staff working on his upcoming movie “Gangnam Blues.”(Starhouse Ent.)According to his agency, Lee gave all the staff an eco-friendly towel and a T-shirt in honor of his birthday on June 22. The T-shirt was specially designed by PROMIZ, a donation platform site made by Lee.The name “PROMIZ” is a combination of the word “Promise,” the actor’s name and his fan club’s name, “MINOZ.” Lee launched the page with his fans to shar

After School’s Nana revealed her perfect body in an ad for cosmetics maker DHC. Nana, wearing a short, all-white-outfit, poses with charisma for the camera. She is currently appearing on the TV show “Roommate.”By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: DHC)

Singer and actor Seo In-guk posed for fashion magazine InStyle. Seo wore dandy suits and looked playfully at the camera. When asked whether he likes acting or singing more, he replied that he likes both equally, saying that it’s like he’s “ambidextrous” in doing both activities.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: InStyle)

Fashion and jewelry brand J.Estina revealed a summer ad featuring Song Hye-kyo. The actress wore simple black and peach outfits, which showed both her sexy and graceful styles at the same time. The finishing touch was added by J.Estina’s jewelry. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: J.Estina)

 Chinese magazine “Easy” released a photo and interview with 2PM member Nichkhun through its official Weibo site.The magazine included his pictorial and an interview for readers, according to his agency.In the photo, Nichkhun is wearing a blue blazer and gazing into the camera, showing a serious expression. Nichkhun’s image for the magazine is dandy, which is not his usual image.Nichkhun is currently filming a new Chinese drama called “One and a Half Summer.” Its first episode was broadcast on J

Girl group Apink plans to launch “PINK BnN,” a subunit project participated in by some of its members. [A-Cube Ent.]The logo was posted on June 20 in Apink’s official SNS pages including Twitter and Facebook. No further details were given.With great expectations of the new project, its fans are striving to figure out the meaning of “BnN.”Fans have suggested the letters stand for the initials of the members Bomi (B), Naeun (n) and Namju (N). “Bomi and Naeun” or “Bomi and Namju” have also been men

Jun.K of boy band 2PM congratulated his fellow member, Nichkhun, on his birthday.On his Twitter June 24, Jun.K wrote, “Today is our KhunKhunie’s birthday. Happy birthday!” and posted a picture of himself and Nichkhun. The two of them are both wearing pink outfits and smiling in the photo. Jun.K recently released the Korean version of his Japanese album “Love & Hate” and a digital single “No Love.”By Kim Min-jin, Intern reporter (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Credit: Twitter]

May and June have been rough months for K-pop sensation EXO, hit hard by a series of incidents from Kris’ departure from the group and fan’s anger over Baekhyun’s love life.Only a month after EXO leader Kris filed a lawsuit against the band’s label, SM Entertainment, to revoke its exclusive contract with him in early June, EXO has come under the spotlight again after member Baekyun confirmed he was in a romantic relationship with Taeyeon of Girls Generation last Thursday. The latest news about B

K-pop World Festival 2012 grand prize winners “Nadya & Marwah” from Indonesia. ( Courtesy of K-pop World Festival)The upcoming K-pop World Festival in Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province is gearing up to showcase the talents of some of the world’s most die-hard K-pop fans in the annual international Korean music cover dance and song festival this October. In order to find the best candidates to represent Cambodia in this year’s competition, officials at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ca

EXO-M former leader Kris is to start shooting a Chinese film in the Czech Republic from June 24.According to news reports by Chinese media outlets, Kris is staying in Prague to participate in the Chinese rom-com “Somewhere Only We Know,” directed by Xu Jinglei. 　There has been speculation that Kris might make a comeback with Xu Jinglei’s film after the famous director posted a comment in support of Kris on her Weibo in the wake of the lawsuit. 　Kris was spotted on June 6 by a fan at Moscow Airpo

 Group EXO-K’s Chanyeol gave 2NE1’s Park Bom a nickname: Park Mess.In the most recent episode of SBS’ “Good Sunday – Roommate,” Park talked to other members that she was part of a soccer team during high school. Chanyeol responded with, “I heard your nickname was Park Messi.”“Isn’t soccer hard for girls?” Chanyeol asked and Park answered, “I had no choice in high school.” Park played soccer for four years in America and showed great soccer knowledge. Her knowledge made other members exclaim and

Putting efforts into keeping up your looks is not only limited to female celebrities. Male stars undoubtedly invest a great amount of time and money on their physical appearances. Some, however, have boasted good looks from a young age. The Korea Herald has charted the top five male hallyu stars whose looks have been attractive since they were young. 1. Kim Soo-hyun  (OSEN)Korean heartthrob Kim Soo-hyun has shown a decent appearance since a young age. His school graduation pictures show Kim a li

Akdong Musician says “Comments on our appearance are the only place where our feelings do not get hurt.”