Goo Hara, Seungri and Minzy are childhood friends?

In recent recording of SBS Kang Shim Jang, it was revealed that KARA's Goo Hara, Big Bang's Seungri, and 2NE1's Minzy were all friends when they were young.

Goo Hara reportedly expressed, "I have been watching 2NE1's Minzy ever since she was young. ... Big Bang's Seungri is our family as well." Her comment roused much curiosity in the rest of the cast.

It was then revealed that Goo Hara and Seungri used to be in the same dance school in their hometown, KwangJoo, before their debut. Minzy, as well as the two, was in the same school as well.

Wow, isn't this interesting? Stay tuned to the broadcast on the 13th, as it will also reveal stories about many guests, including Goo Hara and fellow member Nicole's dorm life and misunderstandings this duo used to have.

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Reasons for Big Bang and G-Dragon Dream Concert TV Broadcast Absence

We already knew beforehand that 2PM's performance won't be shown during the tv broadcast of the 2009 Dream Concert on 11 October through SBS. But fans, especially VIPs wasn't counting on that to happen to Big Bang and G-Dragon as well. On the day of the concert, it was revealed that along with 2PM, Big Bang and G-Dragon's performances will not be shown on tv. Why was this so?

A Dream Concert staff tried to explain the situation, "When we signed the contract with YG Entertainment earlier, they had actually opted for the non-broadcast clause. There was no problem with that absolutely." YG Entertainment said, "We felt that it was not important whether the performance was broadcast or not, it was the participation that mattered. Besides it's a written rule in YG Entertainment that the non-broadcast clause is enforced when it's not a promotion period."

But that statement sounded ambigious especially when their performance at the recent Asia Song Festival in September without Daesung was aired. Furthermore, why was G-Dragon affected? Isn't he currently in the midst of promotions? And what about 2NE1 then? Aren't they currently on hiatus, preparing for their new album?

YG Entertainment explained further, "Although Big Bang performed as five on stage last night, Daesung who has just recovered from his injuries wasn't at his best condition, meaning that the overall performance level of Big Bang was affected as well. Thus, we decided to opt for a non-broadcast since Big Bang couldn't show off their best."
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The Unofficial 2009 Dream Concert Performances

One of the most highly anticipated events of the year, the 2009 Dream Concert was just show by SBS. 2PM, Big Bang and G-Dragon performances were not shown as per their requests while due to time constraints, certain performances were edited out for the tv broadcast. Although they aren't exactly HD broadcasts with multiple camera angles, these fancams will suffice for performances of the artists that were not shown. Many thanks to the fans who attended the 2009 Dream Concert and uploaded these gems for the fans, enjoy!

This is a fancam only article.
f(x) performed Chocolate Love.



Big Bang performed Lies.



Big Bang performed Last Farewell.



Big Bang performed A Fool's Only Tears.



G-Dragon did Heartbreaker.

SHINee with Juliette and Replay.





Super Junior does It's You.



We already covered 2PM and SNSD earlier.
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You won’t see Big Bang on the Dream Concert broadcast?

The Dream Concert was held earlier today at the Seoul's World Cup Stadium and it was pretty epic. The Dream Concert is scheduled to air on SBS, October 11th at 4PM (Korean Time). Many of you already knew that 2PM was going to be edited out of the official broadcast, but now there's word that Big Bang won't be on the official broadcast as well.

No, Big Bang didn't do anything wrong, instead YG Entertainment put in a special request that their performance be cut out from the broadcast. There's no word on the reason why they put in such a request, but people can speculate. Maybe because Daesung was rusty from a long layoff and they didn't want people to see Big Bang with a less than stellar performance? Your guess is as good as mine, it's quite unfortunate because many people wanted to see Daesung and Big Bang perform together... it's been a while, I guess that'll have to wait.


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Big Bang Back on Korean TV After 10 Months Absence

Big Bang has been working hard on their Japan promotions as well as solo projects and are planning to return to the Korean scene on T.V! Sadly, not with a new album.

The five-member group will come back as part of the upcoming Chuseok special on SBS. This is a surprise appearance since they were not supposed to have Korean activities for most of 2009.

As many already knew, G-Dragon and 2NE1 performed on a special stage for the highly anticipated Idol Big Show, an episode to be revealed on October 3rd. This is a performance unlike any you have seen before! Are you excited?

As this is a pre-recorded performance, it has been reported that G-Dragon performed "Breathe", "Hello" with Dara, and "1 Year Station". Then 2NE1 followed up with "Fire" drum music/rhythmic version as well as "Let's Go Party" from their 1st Mini Album. "Let's Go Party" has not been performed live yet so that's definitely something to look forward to.

Then the surprise arrival of Big Bang had many fans shocked, because no one had any idea they were coming. They were there to support their fellow YG Family members, 2NE1 and their brother G-Dragon. The group sang "Last Farewell" with 2NE1 as well as their song, "How Gee".

Wait till October 3rd for more coverage!
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Big Bang filming a new MV?

Is Big Bang filming a new MV? There have been some rumors that they are after photos of the boys filming surfaced on the internet. It looks like Daesung has recovered nicely and was healthy enough to be present for the shoot as well... however there was one Big Bang person missing. TOP, Seungri, Taeyang, and Daesung were all present but G-Dragon wasn't. He probably was busy because of his HEARTBREAKER promotions and his scenes will probably be filmed at a later date.

So what do you think this is for? People are speculating that it's for Taeyang's new MV for his upcoming solo release. When we find out the truth, we'll let you know. It's also good to see Daesung back again.

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Family Outing Members’ Warped Faces

Members of Family Outing have proved that they do not care when it comes to ruining their image on the show.

In the episode that aired today on the 27th, it showed members, Lee Hyori, Seungri, Park Hae Jin, Kim SuRo, Park Si Yeon, Kim Hyun Joong, Yoo Jae Suk, Kim Jong Kook and Yoon Jong Shin, trying to break plastic wraps with their face. This game has been part of Korean shows for a long time yet it never lets us down. Even by looking at the pictures, you can tell how funny it is!

Their faces not only look hilarious, they look like they're made of clay! This was their Morning Mission to get out of cooking breakfast and as always all members tried their best to win. Their strong desire to win the game resulted with some hilarious captures of their smooshed faces!

The show usually makes fun of their faces in the morning because they have no makeup on but this time the no makeup faces don't even compare! I can't even recognize which person is which.

The show jokingly put subtitles asking for fans to not make capture pictures of the faces, how is that possible?

Here, check out the video of them ruining their faces! Starts at 2:15.


Credit: Janicceee

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Hyun Joong and Seungri Go On a Family Outing

It's been a long and painstaking wait for BBVIPs and quaintes, particularly after a series of unfortunate news ranging from Daesung's car accident to Hyun Joong's swine flu diagnosis. However, their patience has finally paid off because the episode of SBS program "Family Outing" featuring Seungri and Hyun Joong has been released and it certainly did not disappoint!

Big Bang's maknae made his first appearance on the show, decked out in a smooth white suit that was reminiscent of his "Strong Baby" days. However, his moment of glory was ephemeral as the 4-D prince from the ever-popular drama "Boys Over Flowers" arrived, bringing in his aura of unprecedented beauty with him. Nonetheless, just the presence of these two male idols was enough to lead the hearts of both fangirls and Lee Hyori to "almost paradise~".

Thanks to iBreatheLifeMusic, the episode with subs is currently up on YouTube. Knock yourself out!

First Recording of Kang Shim Jang

With high expectations and utmost confidence, SBS rolled out the red carpet for their new MCs and guests ahead of the first-ever recording of the new talkshow, Kang Shim Jang (Strong Heart). Hosted by national MC, Kang Ho Dong and crown prince, Lee Seung Gi, the program looks to be a hit already with their combination.

Unlike conventional talkshows, Kang Shim Jang will feature 23 guest stars who will participate in talk battles. The first recording of the show took place today and the following are pictures of some of the more known stars attending it. The premiere of Kang Shim Jang is on October 6th at 11:05pm through SBS.

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G-Dragon , Yoona, Tablo, And More Will Be the First Guests for Kang Shim Jang

We are all waiting for the first episode of Kang Shim Jang to air. With powerful MC's Lee Seung Gi and Kang Ho Dong, we all know it will be entertaining to watch but the line up just got better!

It has been revealed who the guests for the first episode will be and I'm sure you will be waiting at the edge of your seat for October to come once you hear the guest list! The first episode will feature, G-Dragon, SeungRi, Yoona, Tablo, Mithra Jin, Twocuts, Jang Yoon Jung, HyunYoung and more! What a list!

Not only that, it will also feature a panel with MC Mong, Yoo SeYoon, and Boom.

The show will air with 24 guest stars and they will go through talk battles. There will be a round two where two representatives for talking will be picked and two stars will do a freestyle talking battle. Not quite sure what to expect but what could go wrong with all those people?

It is going to be different from other variety shows and have new ways of approaching discussion between the stars.

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Big Bang Steams Up Elle Korea

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After pulling a Chuck Bass and decimating the majority of the female population on allkpop in the process, T.O.P is returning to Elle Korea yet again, and this time he brought along the rest of the Big Bang posse!

Drenched in sepia and sexiness, this photo spread is enough to cause chronic hemorrhages on the spot. If you thought the leather bad boy look was hot on T.O.P, try translating that to the other members of Big Bang as well.

Take a breather before scrolling down. Ready?










Clips of this shoot were also featured on Big Bang TV way back when, check out the boys in action starting at 1:01. Check out 2:36 for some... Big Bang kinkiness? (Thanks chaoticpse8!)


Fangirlism aside, I'm glad we get to see Big Bang as a whole group again - with all of their individual activities, such fivesome sightings are rarer. Which shot is your favorite?

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