Members of boy band B2ST talked about their great teamwork during an interview with a local newspaper Monday.“The six of us share similar taste in humor, and it seems like each of us are not that different. We may be a little bit dull, but we are similar,” Yoseob said to a question on the secret to maintaining good relations within the band. “We keep things very simple, so we have no difficulty in expressing our feelings and accepting them,” he added.“We have now entered the stage where we can s

AOA members Choa and Seolhyun flaunted their girlish charms in snow-white outfits and settings. The photos were released on Monday as part of the girl group’s first photo book “Hot Summer.”(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

K-pop singer IU will confess that she was once a bulimia patient on the talk show “Healing Camp.” During filming for the show, the popular star said that she always felt nervous and empty-minded.  (SBS)“I tried to fill my empty mind with foods. I ate to the point of vomiting, so I received treatment,” she said.The singer-songwriter has shot to fame with her easy-listening songs, vocal talents and well-regarded acting skills since her debut in 2008.Starring the K-pop duo Akdong Musician and veter

South Korean girl band Girls’ Generation garnered a total of 200,000 concert-goers on its third concert tour around Japan, a whopping amount for a K-pop idol group. The nine-member group successfully wrapped up its third concert tour series “Girls Generation ~Love & Peace~ Japan 3rd Tour” that opened in April in Fukuoka. The group performed 17 times in seven Japanese cities including Osaka, Nagoya and Tokyo.(SM Entertainment)Through three concert tours in Japan since 2011, the group attracted a

K-pop girl group f(x) showcased a charismatic performance with their new track “Red Light” on SBS music show “Inkigayo” that aired on Sunday. f(x) members came onto the stage in black and white shorts, flaunting coke-bottle curves. The quintet electrified fans with their powerful yet sexy dance moves. The idol band returned to the local music scene equipped with electro-pop sounds on July 7 in a departure from their usual upbeat and invigorating music. Their new tune immediately climbed to the t

(MBC)Super Junior-M’s Henry managed to show off his survival skills on MBC’s “Real Man” on Sunday, by taking a “simple” shower using only a wet towel.The K-pop singer took a piece of wet towel and wiped off from head to toe, while his fellow soldiers took a normal morning shower.Henry and the other members of “Real Man” were on deployment to the Philippines.Some watchers pointed out that Henry’s survival skill was in fact “the true portrayal of deployment.” When soldiers are sent abroad, many en

Yoona of popular idol group Girls’ Generation ultimately declined to play the female lead role in the drama “Nodame Cantabile,” a remake of a Japanese drama.The idol instead chose to play the lead in a Korean-Chinese romantic comedy named “Good-bye, Ani,” making her first big-screen debut.In the movie, Yoona is to play a loving and cheerful girl named Ani. The male lead has not yet been decided, but many popular Chinese actors, including Peng Yuyan, have been mentioned for the part.The movie pro

Kim Ji-sook, Cho Hyun-young and Noeul, members of the K-pop girl group Rainbow, appeared in Big Issue, a magazine sold on the streets by homeless people. According to DSP Media, Kim Ji-sook is showing off her mature side, Noeul her elegant side and Cho Hyun-young her sexy side. The magazine is going to be released on July 15. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Big Issue)

Idol group 2PM member Junho took part in a Karl Lagerfeld eyewear advertorial which was release in bnt magazine recently. The Karl Lagerfeld eyewear collection seen in the magazine is well known for its unique retro design, which suits Junho well. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: bnt)

  Actress Jun Ji-hyun’s ad for “rouge and lounge,” a fashion brand which designs bags, was made public on Monday. The actress is dressed in all white, emphasizing the bag she is holding. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: rouge and lounge)

Park Hyung-sik of idol group ZE:A is to leave MBC’s Sunday reality show “Real Man,” according to local news reports.“Park has decided to leave the program after participating in the last military training that starts today. He is having difficulties handling the loaded schedule,” the staff of the program was quoted as saying on Monday.“A new member to replace Park has not yet been discussed. The program might proceed without one, or we might find a new member,” the staff added.Park has been part

Lee Hyori showed off her new hairstyle on her blog Saturday. “As I had my hair cut, the hairstyle became the same as my husband’s,” she said with laugh.A photo of two take from behind, shows that the couple really does have matching hairstyles.The blog was updated as she returned home after a three-night stay in Seoul. “My husband played a weird song which he composed while I was away. I guess he was bored without me,” she said. “As I come back home, every moment here is a laugh.” (khnews@herald

Actress Park Shin-hye and actor Yoo Yeon-seok showed off their chemistry in a magazine shoot. In photos taken for the magazine Ceci, Park and Yoo changed into an elegant and intimate couple.  (CeCi)The photos will cover the front page of the magazine in Korea, Thailand and China.  (CeCi)More photos are available in the magazine’s August issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Though they may be a bit older, a tad less agile and no longer today’s average K-pop idols, the five reunited stars of g.o.d. are more popular, passionate and, most importantly, happier than ever before.“Everyone said it would be impossible. But right now, the five members of g.o.d. are once again standing together in front of you. It is like a wonderful miracle. And you guys are the ones who made this miracle happen,” said Son Ho-young as g.o.d. kicked off the Seoul leg of its 15th anniversary

Korean boy idol group EXO boasted Thursday simple yet chic looks at the airport. The group left for Taipei for its Asia tour. EXO-M member Tao Tao showed off an all-black look with a colorful bracelet and earphones.  (OSEN)EXO-M member ChenChen wore a T-shirt with a unique design.  (OSEN)EXO-M member Lay Lay wore a simple look, but carried a purple black bag to add some color.  (OSEN)EXO-K member D.O. D.O. sported a simple casual look with a denim and white shirt.  (OSEN)EXO-K member Chanyeol Ch