Tuesday, November 23, 2010

[Article] More KimHyunJoong’s various interview with different Media [10.11.23]

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[Article] Kim Hyun Joong Dutch-paying among friends together

Source:http://www.yonhapnews.co.kr/bulletin/2010/11/22/0200000000AKR20101122163900005.HTML?did=1179mnews13Kim Hyunjoong who recently clinched a 'big hit' CF deal with a fee of 1.7 billion won across 2 years has expressed, "I stick to my principle of sharing Dutch-paying together with my friends whom I grew up intimately with since young".

In an interview with Yonhap News recently, "Even if I may earn much more money, I'm just an ordinary friend to my long-time friends", "In order not to lose my long-time friends, when we meet up we'll share to pay about 10K won per meal. It's a principle I have so as not to lose them", as Kim Hyunjoong explains.

Since young, along with his 15 friends whom he grew up with in Songpa-gu, Kim Hyunjoong has been staying in contact with this 'Songpa-gu group of 15', and amongst which, there were a few who collaborated with him to open a roasted chicken store.

"With 2 of my friends, we opened a roasted chicken store in our frequent haunt-outs, though in reality I'm not able to go there often. If I do drop by down there, my friends actually have to roast the chickens or if not peel onions and all that, they're mostly busy, so actually, we can't gather together and have fun much", as we listen to his fun episodes.

He also added, "To those friends of mine, I'm just but another ordinary friend. Just like how my friends work, I do even have instances whereby I roast the chickens and prepare the dishes myself, too".

"I don't have a girl whom I meet up with and it's been some time I don't have a girlfriend. I tend to prefer and like being with my male friends and hyungs more. I like to play soccer with my male friends and eat baked meat together".

He also conveyed that because he "is busy so I've no time to be in relationship, and, it's not easy for me to meet a girl. The girl may know me well, but because I don't know the girl well, in such a situation, I don't think I can open my heart to the girl easily", "Since I'm the type where once I trust a person it won't be easy for me to doubt him/her, most of the time I just meet within my circle of friends/acquaintances only".

Kim Hyunjoong also once stayed together with JYJ's Hero Jaejoong where this displayed their close relationship, but recently they're living on their own in different places.

"It's definitely not that our relationship has turned bad or anything. We're fine. There were just too many fans than we expected who always crowded around our houses, and people in our neighbourhood protested alot. It came also that our house contract ended too, so we just moved out. I saw how much disturbance it caused to the people in our neighbourhood, and it seemed like only the nearby convenience stores reaped from that. Once again I'd like to say sorry to my neighbours".

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[Article] "10 years later I want to film a special coverage of Boys over Flowers alumni event".

Source: http://spn.edaily.co.kr/entertain/newsRead.asp?sub_cd=EA31&newsid=01131606593168672&DirCode=0010301news14Singer cum actor Kim Hyunjoong revealed his hoping-for similar to the above sentence as he divulged his unchanged affection for drama [Boys over Flowers].

In an interview held with SPN E-daily recently, "We'll gather all our casts of BoF after 10 years and see how much each has developed all this while, it'll be lovely if we could shoot it so fun", as Kim Hyunjoong says.

KBS 2TV drama [Boys over Flowers] was Kim Hyunjoong's debut TV work where it recorded above 30% of viewership ratings, and this was broadcasted during last January to March as it gave fame to Kim Hyunjoong. Including male lead Lee Minho as Goo Junpyo and Kim Bum plus Kim Jun, these 4 combined to be the members of 'plutocrats of the 2nd generation' - F4. This work was what catapulted them all into stardom.

Indeed, it was through F4 member Yoon Jihoo's existence in [Boys over Flowers] that Kim Hyunjoong has received affirmation and acknowledgement as he goes on to star as male lead of MBC drama [Playful Kiss]. To that extend, it is [Boys over Flowers] exactly that holds huge significance for Kim Hyunjoong.

"I still do come out for meetings with our [Boys over Flowers] members. And there are times that the female lead - Hyesun nuna comes out in our gatherings too", as he flaunted their unchanged friendship.

[News] Kim Hyun Joong Wishes to Co-star with Dong-Yi Actress Han Hye Joo [10.11.23]

Credit: NATE + Chinese translation: YOYO@HYUNBAR 百度金贤重吧 + English translation & photo: BB@LoveKimHyunJoong.comnews12Flower boy Kim Hyun Joong chose Han Hye Joo as the actress he wants to co-star with.

In a recent interview with Edaily SPN, when he was asked if there was any actress he would like to work with, Kim Hyun Joong replied, “Han Hye Joo.”

Kim Hyun Joong further explained, “It’s because her acting is impressive, and she seems to be around my age.”

“Wishes to act in a drama appearing as lovers of similar age.”

In reality, Kim Hyun Joong was born in June 1986, and Han Hye Joo in February 1987; there is just an eight-month gap between the two. But Han Hye Joo had made her debut in the MBC drama Non-Stop 5 in 2005, followed by Spring Waltz by and High as the Sky Wide as the Earth (aka Sky and Land aka As Much as Heaven and Earth) by KBS, and then Iljimae and Brilliant Legacy by SBS, Dong Yi by MBC, etc, and appearing as the female lead in these dramas. Her recent showing in the Taiga historical (period) drama as one of the main leads had harnessed as well as showcased her acting.

Propelling Kim Hyun Joong who Wishes to Act with Her to Work Even Harder

Kim Hyun Joong did not disguise his admiration, “I had watched Dong-Yi when it was showing, Han Hye Joo’s image was really eye-catching.”

[News] Kim Hyun Joong “I wish I look like Bae YongJun hyun” [10.11.22]

Credits : http://sports.khan.co.kr + SS601.com + (English Translation) xiaochu @ Quainte501.comkhj1“Very happy even though busy.”

Put aside the name of SS501 Kim HyunJoong for awhile. Instead, be reborn again as rookie actor Kim HyunJoong. It is not easy. Leaving DSP Media where he was with for past 5 years to join KeyEast, he had gone through a hard time, getting out of the music stage filled with cheers, he had to adapt to the unfamiliar drama production environment. Therefore Kim HyunJoong cannot relax any moment for the past 5 months. After MBC ‘Mischievous Kiss’ ended on 21-Oct, he immediately had to film the youtube version, he won the best dresser award in Japan Sky Perfect Awards on 10-Nov. Completing the delayed CF filming, he sang the theme song for Guangzhou Asian Games Opening Ceremony on 12-Nov.

Kim HyunJoong said “It is good to be busy. Doing things I can do well, things I enjoy doing, I am satisfied to be living like this.” He continued “Even on my rest days, I go to the practice room/studio and dance. I want to live enthusiastically like an ant.” However he sulked, “Sometimes I wish that I have the ability of teleportation.” “Then I will be able to go overseas in a blink of an eye, or go anywhere easily.” He said with a laugh.khj2I wish I look half like Bae YongJun

There is a huge influence by Bae YongJun hyung on moving agency. People were calling me “Post Bae YongJun”. I also think positively of it. Must become like that, then I can be someone who can go beyond hyung. I wish I could go half as far as Bae YongJun hyung. Now I am about 1/8? But I guess I resemble Bae YongJun hyung. Not long ago when I went to China, I was being asked if I am Bae YongJun and was requested for autograph. I said I am not but he insisted that I am and told me not to lie. I took off my sunglasses but can’t show him so it was frustrating. It is weird if I say, “I am not Bae YongJun, I am Kim HyunJoong” isn’t it? In the end, I didn’t sign for him so seems like I made Bae YongJun hyung lose 1 fan and I felt uncomfortable about that. I haven’t told Bae YongJun hyung about this yet. (laughs)

SS501 Album Will Not Be Released Next Year?

Kim HyunJoong solo album will be released around May next year. In the beginning of next year, he will go to USA and practice choreography/dance, and also to prepare for his album. He has received a few songs but the concept is still a secret. SS501 album will also be released. Members are preparing for their own solo album and we should have a discussion when we have a chance. It was a little difficult when we changed company this year. Even though each of us moved to different agencies and the agreements have already been concluded, it was a problem deciding who should make the announcement first. Because we have to resume responsibility for being scattered around (different agencies). Finally it was me who shouldered (the responsibility). Even though I was mentally prepared for it, it was still difficult. Fans would have been quite hurt, isn’t it? However, I think that if I work hard, there will be still fans supporting Kim HyunJoong.khj3Not Prince, But Wants To Be Rebellious Kid

In ‘Boys Over Flowers’, I acted as senior high school student and I chose ‘Mischievous Kiss’ thinking that it would be my last acting as senior high school student. It has nothing to do with viewership ratings. Frankly speaking, I am very satisfied. Above all, it is because people told me that my acting has improved. I gradually developed some know-how in expressions and even gestures. How good can I memorize my lines? Really, if I were to study like this, I would have gone to Seoul University. (laughs) During the period while filming the drama, I can only get about 2-4 hours of sleep in 4 days. I lost too much weight so I ate 4 bowls of rice in a day. Even so, I will still continue to act in the future. It is fun. Even though till now I have only acted in roles who are glamorous, I want to break off this image next time. A down to earth and friendly character will be good. Someone who is like the real Kim HyunJoong…Rebellious guy?

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong “Those kisses & Almost-kisses…In Reality, were…” [10.11.22]

Source: Nikkan Sports | 2010.11.22 17:15
Reposted from HYUNBAR
Translated into English: BB @
LoveKimHyunJoong.com

To Kim Hyun Joong (24) who is taking the leading role of a TV drama for the first time as “the fussy guy” Baek Seung Jo in MBC’s Playful Kiss, although the 3% rating was far from the initial expectation, to him personally, he still felt that he had gained much (from it).

- What are your thoughts after the drama’s ended?

“Feel that I’ve good wrap-up for this year. As this is the first TV drama whereby I’m the main lead, so it’s particularly meaningful. I felt a great sense of responsibility during the filming, because the drama evolved from and developed around me, so my condition could affect the entire team’s mood and ambience. Only when I relaxed myself and worked, then the crew could carry on with the filming in a more relaxed manner.”

- There’re unusually many kissing scenes in the drama!

“It just looks that way, but actually there’re not many. There’re many scenes that involved lips nearly or barely touching; in terms of real kissing scenes, there are only three.”

- You’ve been labelled as the second Bae Yong Joon, do you feel any pressure or burden with the label?

“As opposed to pressure, what I feel more is joy. I suppose it’s because sunbae is the first generation of Hallyu star, and I’m also carrying out Hallyu activities, that’s why the label of the second Bae Yong Joon.

We (SS501) were also referred to as the second SechsKies when we first started out, but later, people gradually remembered our name. I suppose it’s the same this time.”

 - Amongst the presents that Bae Yong Joon gave you, which left you with the deepest impression?

“Pu-erh tea. Said that’s something good.”

 - You’ve even sung the theme song at the opening ceremony of the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games. What does that feel?

“As that’s a big stage (platform), and I was representing Korea on-stage, so the pressure was tremendous. I really heaved a great big sigh of relief after the song that day. One whole month of listening to the same song and practising everyday, that was really tiring.”

- Are you still running the chicken eatery now?

“My friends are still running it. As for how much money it’s made, I’ve absolutely no idea. I would go look for them there once in awhile. Times like this, I’d stay in the kitchen to wash the tomatoes or fry the chicken pieces and stuff. But since I always just stay in the kitchen, the patrons wouldn’t know that I’m in the shop.”

- Heard that you’ve moved to Seongsu-Dong in Seoul recently, is this true?

“Yes, I’ve moved, but no, it’s not to Seongsu-Dong. Because many fans used to always hung around my home, so it’s brought a lot of inconvenience to the neighbours at the old place, and there’re also many complaints, so I had to move. This time, it’s a rented place.”

- Why rent instead of buying a house?

“Because I’ve no money. (laughs) There’s someone who’s helping me to manage my finances; other than my monthly allowance, everything else goes into the bank account. Of course, I may earn a bit more than people my age. But when it comes to money, once it exceeds a certain amount, it becomes quite meaningless. I don’t have hobbies like drinking expensive red wine, so that really is the difference between having more money or a little less money? I don’t even have a car. I use the company’s car every time even if I’m doing my personal things.”

 - Rumours have it that you’ve a close relationship with Hero Jae Joong, T.O.P from Big Bang, how about you guys forming a group?

“That should be not bad. When we were drinking together, we too joked about this, and talked about holding a joint concert. Although it’s gonna be quite tough (to pull off), but if people really wish to see us together, and if the companies agree too, perhaps it can be done.”

- What are the future plans of SS501?

“Truth is, many people have questioned if we’ve already disbanded. Since we’ve already concluded our discussion about the future activities of SS501, so all of us have joined different agencies. During the time when our contract with the previous agency expired, no agency was able to accept all (five) members. So we plan to have solo activities, and then come together as a group to present to everyone through performance.”

- Amongst the gifts from fans, which one left the deepest impression?

“A 10,000-won bill. That bill’s serial number is my date of birth. Initially I had thought that it was a fake bill, but when I took it for a closer look, I realised that it was real.”

- What do you do when you’re resting or on your off days?

“I play soccer. I’ll play soccer every week. Although I’m not a professional footballer, and I also don’t have a regular or fixed position, but i play attack generally.”

- What do you want or pursue in life?

“I wish to live happily with people. When with friends, we practically go Dutch every time. Regardless of who you are, everyone forks out 10,000 korean won, just like club fees. Friendship can collapse because of money. I feel that amongst friends, there should be no distinction about whose achievement is more, and who has done more, or less.”

[News] KimHyunJoong Christmas + Mischievous Kiss Promotion [10.11.23]

Credit: http://www.mydaily.co.kr/news/read.html?newsid=201011230714581117+ (eng trans)ode.blogspot.comnews2Kim Hyunjoong who had officially challenged the acting field will be holding an exciting Christmas after ending filming for his first role-leading drama [Playful Kiss]. Different from others, he has plans to spend a slightly special year end this year, as was told in interview.

"I think I'll be spending my Christmas this year with males again", as he said it in as if it was nothing the case. Kim Hyunjoong who wears his personality on such good looks of his lets people find it unbelievable that he will spend Christmas with males.

"Last last year was with Jaejoong hyung, last year was with Youngsaeng. For this year's Christmas, because I don't have any special particular schedule, I feel relieved. But on 26th, I'll be leaving for Taiwan for [Playful Kiss] promotion, so on 25th I guess I'll need to pack up my luggage right?", "I'm puzzling over what to do on 25th. My other friends have girlfriends so if we meet up, it'll look like I'm off with nothing...", as he expresses his sadness.

"I don't have any girl whom I fancy now, and I don't have chances nor time to have any. Until now in my life, I don't think I've spent Christmas with any girl before. This year will be my 3rd consecutive year to spend with males", as he seemingly expressed his giving in to fate.

Kim Hyunjoong also showed his desire to walk on the streets of Myungdong on Christmas. Is it interesting to observe people on the streets? It may be an ordinary matter for us, but to Kim Hyunjoong, this isn't acceptable. It seems like it'll still probably be difficult to see Kim Hyunjoong treading on the streets of Myungdong since he will be seen by so many people.

Last 12th (November), Kim Hyunjoong stood on the stage reaching out to people worldwide as he took his spot as a Korean rep to a greater height. He was a representative as a Korean singer who stood on the stage of the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Game opening ceremony as he sung to the theme song "Sunshine Again".

So how was the feeling of that, as we asked, "I felt great as I could stand on such a huge stage to sing like that. When I first received the proposal I was like, is this a joke or what. 'Why would China send invitations to me?'. I couldn't believe and was shocked", as he still pours his surprise over it.news4At that time in the broadcast, announcers introduced him as 'the representative singer from Korea stood right before the eyes of people worldwide', as they praised him like that. To this Kim Hyunjoong said he felt so shy about it because "they announced and expressed it in such a loud manner, I was so shameful (good)", "I just came to stand on that venue in the split of a moment, at that time, thoughts like holding a concert there and filling it with this amount of audiences came onto mind", with this it's evident how he holds passion as a singer.

Kim Hyunjoong is also expected to release his dance album in next May. If he is to release a solo album, definitely there will be so much more talks from people talking about SS501's disbandment. To this however, Kim Hyunjoong reaffirms that SS501 is not disbanded. "Previously if a group is to be disbanded, they will hold press conference telling everybody that 'we will be disbanded', but these days, because it's a natural splitting apart, it seems like that is the way how people tend to misunderstand and have those thoughts. But SS501 will still be appearing out public; we are not disbanded", as he gives relief to the worries of fans.

With the remaining 2 months left of 2010, Kim Hyunjoong will be spending his new year in various asian countries. Beginning off with Taiwan, he will proceed on to Malaysia, Singapore, China, Japan, and other South East asian countries etc for promotions of his drama [Playful Kiss].

During those days when they were doing activities as SS501, they always had to give up their year end to sing on stages and perform as they await the countdown bells to a brand new year, and then returning to their homes on the morning of the 1st. However now, it won't be like that already and it seems like he's liking it as he pulled a smile.

Indeed, the '4-dimensional' charm to Kim Hyunjoong exists all the time. That's why he even let in talks about the G20 Summit Conference held last 11th. He lets in about his thoughts felt back then, "I felt that it was quite peculiar for our country to hold the summit conference when we weren't even able to ge into the G7. I was wondering if the consciousness of our citizens wasn't strong enough for it to be. Vehicles were overseen and cars behind one another just kept honking and drivers were frustrated, I didn't like it when I saw such a sight", as he delivers his hoping-for.

On this upcoming 26th December, Kim Hyunjoong will be leaving for Taiwan for promotions of [Playful Kiss]. It seems like Kim Hyunjoong will be in overseas longer than in the country with the status as an actor with the remaining of less than 2 months of 2010.news3

[Pic] More Fanpic KimHyunJoong @ Guangzhou Airport by t.sina.com.cn last part [10.11.13]

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[Article] More KimHyunJoong’s various interview with different media [10.11.22]

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[Article] Seems like I’ll have to delay my wedding plans to about 10 years later

Source: http://spn.edaily.co.kr/entertain/newsRead.asp?sub_cd=EA31&newsid=01102086593168344&DirCode=0010301news10“Seems like I’ll have to delay my wedding plans to about 10 years later”.

Actor cum singer Kim Hyun-joong has revealed similar thoughts to this.

Recently, during an interview held with E-daily SPN, Kim Hyun-joong says, “I need to go into army about 4~5 years later”, “Before that, I wish to fulfil every single matter”.

These days, military problems have once again been highlighted as a socialized problem in showbiz. Similarly for Kim Hyun-joong where he has to deal with pinnacle activities, military duties which he has to perform also thus turned into a burden. However Kim Hyun-joong showed no signs of hesitation as he firmly expressed his going into army. But, he wishes to also fulfil and make his activity plans and targets come true before his enlistment into army.

Amidst his many targets, there’s one – which is to “open a free concert for fans”, as he explains “Fans who will be willing to fork out money after watching the concert will have their money collated, to which I want to donate it away”.

“I also want to do not dance music, but another kind of music”, as he divulged that he has plans at the moment for a very musically-filled transformation to come.

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[Article] I’ve never regretted at all choosing Playful Kiss

Source: http://spn.edaily.co.kr/entertain/newsRead.asp?sub_cd=EA31&newsid=01098806593168344&DirCode=0010301news11“I’ve never regretted at all choosing Playful Kiss”.

After moving into different agencies as other SS501 members as he chose Bae Yong-jun’s Keyeast, Kim Hyun-joong took on his first male protagonist drama [Playful Kiss] of MBC, and the above was a statement made from him.

It remained a single digit from start to end with its TV ratings. Though being put on par alongside hot popular dramas like KBS2 [Baker King Kim Tak Goo], [Fugitive Plan B], SBS [My girlfriend is Gumiho], [President] etc, the results attained by this drama where he first stars across as the male lead fell below expectations.

To this however, Kim Hyun-joong explained that he “Wasn’t too bothered with the ratings”. “I took this on with the final high-teen drama that I’ll do as I placated my many imperfections for [Boys over flowers]. It became a piece that I like”. Though many actors reveal their feeling of sadness after drama ends, Kim Hyun-joong was different. He felt pleased and contented with his achievements because of the amount of hardwork he had put in for it.

In particular, after the TV drama ended its run, a special Youtube edition consisting of seven 10-min episodes were released on the net; after its release, North Africa Tunisia and South America, Argentina etc began pouring in favors for a visit to their countries. Having no relations at all to domestic ratings, Kim Hyun-joong had once again solidified his status as a Hanryu star through the help of [Playful Kiss], and this is very much obvious.

But of course, sadness was not in absence. The biggest problem lied in the script – it came in late to him. There was insufficient time to prepare for the shooting. He mentioned that he felt he could have done better had the script reached him earlier. As what is called a “slice of scripts”, he thus had to catch up on filming and speed up hastily with limited time due to the late arrival of his script, and this – has been a persistent problem of Korean drama production systems.

Despite having ‘made some noise’ towards the production system, Kim Hyun-joong did not forget about his newbie status as an actor, “The female lead Jung So-min was a newbie, and I am, too, a rookie, that’s why there were quite lot worries from people around us”, “As time passed by, I believe we could improve, my chemistry with Jung So-min also tapped better as it went along”.

From people around them, they have also been giving feedbacks like they were slowly improving with each episode. However, Kim Hyun-joong did not hide his growing greed.

“In future, I want to hear feedbacks. Not those like ‘you’ve improved’, but rather ‘So anticipating’, and my acting skills will be what makes them anticipating”.

It’s a tiring work where 70-minutes of 2 drama episodes have to be shot in a week. After [Boys over Flowers], now came [Playful Kiss]; Kim Hyun-joong had no chance to escape such. For the same amount of time used in a week, it was no less than 18 hours in total did he manage to catch a wink.

“Thoughts like ‘Who will enjoy dying this way’ came onto mind everyday”, “But to act as someone else is really fun”. He also showed his absorbing into character Baek Seung-jo, “It’ll take some time before I return as Kim Hyun-joong after the ends. In [Playful Kiss] I took on the role of a cranky Baek Seungjo, so unknowingly I also resulted in treating people around me crankily”, which was evident to see how he dwelved alot into his character.

He’s also thinking of a transformation in his next work.

“People like awesomely rich millionaires or geniuses are quite ridiculous sounding anyway. It was also always warm and passionate roles (referring to BoF and Jangki). Next time round, I want to challenge realistic and maculine characters. I’m planning to prepare for my album to be released next May, after that I’ll be likely to return with a drama work, so I’ll be able to meet you all as an actor in latter half of next year”.

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[Article] Why do people like me?

Source: http://www.koreastardaily.com/tc/news/5674news9 Kim Hyun-joong took on an interview with Korea Star Daily last week… “Why do people like me? Yeah thats right, why do they like a person like me?”

Can you actually believe Kim Hyunjoong doesn’t know why people like him? In dramas, Kim Hyunjoong always appear as the soft guy, but in reality, he’s actually quite stiffened in personality. Exactly because of that, Kim Hyunjoong has had many bitter-sour love experiences, “I’m rather stiffened, and though I treat my girlfriend nice, I don’t tend to express myself during relationships, that’s why I often get dumped in the end”.

Who could have expected Kim Hyunjoong to be dumped? He continued to add that he “has many experiences of being rejected by girls after confessing. I always get dumped by my girlfriend after dating. Probably she finds no interest in dating me. As compared to opposite genders, I like to meet my friends more, so I guess I tend to neglect my girlfriend more. I can’t choose between friends and lover, but I do seem to enjoy being with my friends more, and times spent together is long too. But, I still treat my girlfriend well when I’m with her”.

Kim Hyunjoong is a man of few words, but is also honest and straight. As soon as he opens his mouth, he’ll speak whatever’s at the bottom of his heart – this, is Kim Hyunjoong’s charm. He also answered frankly when asked about love, “If I’m in a relationship, I don’t intend to be open about this, because this girl might be veiled with the title like ‘oh she’s who and who’s girl’; this is very disrespectful towards the girl, I feel. This might be a torture for the girl, so I won’t want to be public about it”.

He expressed that he’s dated showbiz people, and also non-showbiz people. He divulged his thoughts for destiny, I believe in love at first sight, and also had such experiences. She just greeted me once only, and then I already fell deep in. I like frank people, I don’t know how to deal with too womenly or meticulous people, so I enjoy dating straight and frank people. I also feel kinda awkward towards junior girls who call me oppa. The girls I dated before is quite different from my ideal type, so far, I had only dated my ideal kind of woman – once”.

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[Article] Kim Hyun-joong has this real charm that simply goes beyond words

Source: http://www.koreastardaily.com/tc/news/5681news8Kim Hyun-joong has this real charm that simply goes beyond words. He possesses fame that an idol should have, and also the kind of sophisticated air about him just like an on-looker.

On-looker here means a person who does by his own book of rules, and one who won’t be shaken nor moved easily, he’s one youth who has real depth within him. After drama [Playful Kiss] ended, he flew straight to Guangzhou to perform for Asian Games. He looked kind of lethargic probably because of his tight schedules, but still, he did not lose that sophistication nor air, “I didn’t sleep too short either, about 4 hours? During drama shooting, I didn’t even manage to sleep for 4 hours across 3 days… 4 hours now is totally considered nothing, my physique has been good by nature; I’m a ’86-er, wasn’t the first Asian Game held in Korea. Yeah I was born at that time, now that I stood on the stage of this opening ceremony, I feel so amazing, and what is more I’m representing Korea, so I’m really so honored. Seeing so many audiences, I plan secretly – for all of these people to come watch my concert”.

Responses from the audiences turned out particularly well, Kim Hyunjoong attracted the attention of numerous China audiences as he smiled brightly to his singing, “what amazed me was that my fans increased, next day when I left China, so many fans came to send me off at the airport. It’s so amazing how there was such a huge change in just a day”. Every one is so bothered by Kim Hyunjoong – from his airport fashion to every movement of his cause topics of discussions. “Airport apparels? How ever way they let me wear I just wear that way. I’m an aloof guy? I’m not aloof ne, it’s quite different from that kind of aloof ah. In reality I’m a person who puts on casual exercising uniform and wears slippers to meet up and eat fried chickens and drink white wine with friends in the small towns. I’m definitely not an aloof city lad”.

The CNN interview is also a special experience for him. CNN has been holding an interest for Kim Hyunjoong who is stirring about a Hanryu fever on Youtube. CNN even selected Kim Hyunjoong to be the next generation representative singer cum actor for leading Hanryu. “I’m still not a Hanryu star, this word is quite forceful to me, but I’m preparing to be one. (Bae) Yong-joon hyung indeed gave me much help, everybody thought we talked about something really big but in fact just daily life talks. Like yesterday, we even talked till 1AM”. A meeting between Kim Hyunjoong and Bae Yongjoon is enough to agitate people, however their meetings have never been disclosed before. “How strange, hyung and I don’t actually meet at some particular place or what, just some normal and plain coffee houses, yet I have never seen photos of our meetings on the internet at all”.

So could it be that people don’t believe in the possible appearance of two handsome males? “Really? Well we’re just about the same… There’re really many matters to thank hyung for. Hyung is a hanryu star, so he also sort of paved this road for me. Hyung is envious me, because at his time, noone gave him help nor advice, but I have hyung to teach me”. Kim Hyunjoong and Bae Yongjun’s relationship is touching as Kim Hyunjoong falls long of words to describe their friendship. Lastly Kim Hyunjoong says, “I took on [Playful Kiss] because I felt it’s a work that could totally change my life. Yeah the ratings were kind of regretful to know of, but it’s just a digit. The beginning now is the real beginning”.

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[Article] Kim Hyunjoong is an actor whose stark personality shines as he differentiates clearly between love and hate, and also one who asks alot of himself

Source: http://www.koreastardaily.com/tc/news/5682 news6Kim Hyunjoong is an actor whose stark personality shines as he differentiates clearly between love and hate, and also one who asks alot of himself. Even his value principle is like that of his personality, unsure if it’s because of this reason, the moment people mention him, every one thinks of him as demarcative.

“I’m definitely not an aloof city lad who knows nothing about emotions”, as Kim Hyunjoong expresses his dissatisfaction for an adjective “aloof city lad” amongst all adjectives being used to describe him. Previously when he was in Guangzhou for the 2010 Asian Games opening ceremony, his [airport fashion] was also described by people as “aloof city lad”. To this, Kim Hyunjoong expressed utter detachment from his real personality, “Yeah don’t tell me my style is an aloof and city-beat? Don’t think so, I’m not aloof at all. I’m actually one who will go to drink spicy chicken soup and drink soju with my friends at roadside stalls in casual slippers and sports uniform, I’m definitely not one who knows nothing about emotions”.

With that, it seems like we can’t use the adjective “cold and icy” to describe Kim Hyunjoong, anymore. Even he does not feel such about himself, “I’m totally not terse, regarding fashion I’m totally dumb-bell. About things like smart phones, I’m also not interested, and is also not one who’s very sensitive to fashion trends or anything”. If that’s the case like what he’s said, then what will he do during his free time? “I’m not very same as other guys, I don’t really like gaming nor billiards. I love playing soccer the most, and also to rent a housing car to go camping at the mountainous areas with friends, and play soccer once every week”.

After starring in one after another dramas, words like “2nd Hanryu star” also began to surface on him. However, Kim Hyunjoong actually possess a very matured side to him which does not suit in with his age at all. He may be a youthful idol but he already has a detailed plan for his entire life, “I’ve always been living with plans, and also enjoys planning for each and every thing. If I don’t do according to such a way I’ll feel uncomfortable, and will also in turn become more careful. I previously said I’ll retire once I earn 2.2 billion, but to think back of it now, it’s so childish. I used to think 0.1 billion can be so easily earned, but now I gradually learn that making money is so not easy”.

When our journalist asked him if he still wants to get married early, he expressed his original plan to marry at 30 years, and then live on happily, but now there’s a change of plans, “I’ve always thought 30 years old is so matured, but it’s not like that at all. I presume I’ll not be able to marry at 30, and in the end my plan to have kids will also change. Currently I don’t have thoughts to get married, I’m enjoying alot in my career, working”. Things that Kim Hyunjoong wants to do is still many many, though ratings for his drama is low, [Playful Kiss] will still seemingly continue to open the second door to his life.

“To me, every day is a new turning point. I like to plan my timetable for every single day, even meal times. Even promises I made at the slip of a mouth – I really keep to them. I hope to live my life in a scheduled and planned manner, because I have aplenty of matters to complete”.

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[Article] Hyun Joong “Ghost? I think I still see about 2 in a year”

Source: http://www.koreastardaily.com/tc/news/5691 news7“Ghost? I think I still see about 2 in a year”. Until now, Kim Hyunjoong will still say some sentences that gives rise to bursts of laughters. Though he isn’t one who can totally open his heart in front of outsiders, so long content comes from him, it never fails to be frank and sincere and, real.

In showbiz, one could hear the many ghost stories of celebrities, but no one, ever told a ghost story as calmly as Kim Hyunjoong did. You know, even “meeting ghosts” is like a daily routine for him, he often portrudes this eerie and uncontrollable air about him. “Kyujong and I saw ghosts before, and we both asked each other, ‘did you see it just now?’, ‘yeah I saw’”. Goosebumps rose on the back skin of our journalist, but on Kim Hyunjoong’s face, it was expressionless as though nothing was the case. Interview also came to an end then, but still, we couldn’t quite grasp what kind of person Kim Hyunjoong is.

Recently there are so many new words to describe Kim Hyunjoong, like what “Bae Yongjoon’s successor”, “2nd generation of Hanryu star”, “representative icon of youth and fashion” etc etc, but him who lies within the core of discussion is ever so calm-minded, as if it does not concern him at all. Since he does everything according to plans, he’s a more rational person than sentimental. He reveals that he often tries hard to change from a sensational person to a rational one, because this is a pavement where everybody has to walk past in order to turn mature.

Until now, Kim Hyunjoong has been living his life according to his plans, exactly because of that, he will take in people’s suggestions and feedbacks while ignoring the harsh and bad talks abut him, not because he’s doing it on purpose but rather it comes as a form of him – born by nature. “I’ve never bothered myself with those harsh talks, I’m very extremely satisfied with my fans who support me and my working environment. Why should I please the people who don’t like me? Even if these kind of people humiliate my parents is fine as well, because I have absolutely no need to take these people who don’t understand me into heart. Besides, they’re not speaking truth”. With such a reason, he does not mind at all how people rate him based on acting in [Playful Kiss] and its low ratings.

“My hanryu generation will be a brand new generation”, as he says. Kim Hyunjoong with such confidence will surely turn to a glorious sight. This is no big talk as this has already formed into a concrete map presented right in front of us.

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong unveils undisclosed pictures from the ‘16th Asian Games’

Credit: VITALWARNING @ http://www.allkpop.comkeyeast5Undisclosed pictures of SS501’s leader Kim Hyun Joong at the ‘16th Asian Games’ in Guangzhou were recently revealed though the singer’s agency on November 22nd.

The simple yet elegant pictures show the singer having an interview with CCTV, listening to his MP3 to practice his singing, as well as sitting down quietly as he surfs the net.

The fans have complimented the picture by saying it looks like a professional photo shoot, leaving comments such as, “The man went to flaunt his superior genetics to the continent.”

All photos, I’ve already posted in Here

[Article] Kim Hyun Joong’s Intimate Buddies [10.11.22]

Credit: KR NEWS + (English translation) ode@ss501ode.blogspot.com32759467.4Just like the phrase ‘birds of a feather flock together’, Kim Hyun-joong’s network consists of -literally- ‘beautiful flower boys’. His ‘buddies’ include majority coming from well-known stars in showbiz. Including JYJ members Hero Jaejoong and Mickey Yoochun, Big Bang’s TOP, actor Lee Min-ho and Kim Bum etc are his buddies as well.

● Hero Jaejoong…

During those times when DBSG and SS501 possess the highest of fame, both did not hesitate to give advices and help to each other. Beginning since the tough trainee days, both had begun to share each’s troubles, and with this built friendship, of course it does not change easily. It differentiates them all the more since both starred across in movie [Heaven's Postman] and drama [Boys over Flowers] in the beginning of 2009 respectively. In 2010 January, both even went for a holiday in Canada together. While holidaying in Canada’s Vancouver, they event spent new year and enjoyed their rest. Both of them even appeared like twins to everywhere they go as they even stayed under one roof together. Even when Kim Hyun-joong’s contract with former agency DSP Media ended, he was rumored to collaborate with Jaejoong to form a new group.

●Mickey Yoochun…

Since Kim Hyun-joong is so close with Hero Jaejoong, it was inevident that he turned into friends with Mickey Yoochun as well. Whenever these three had time to pop, they will gather at the mini ‘inn’ nearby their living area and share their friendship. Recently also, Mickey Yoochun’s drama KBS [Sung Kyun Kwan Scandal] and Kim Hyunjoong’s MBC [Playful Kiss] also gave them the name of “Intimate Rivals”. Both expressed relief that they weren’t fighting during same time-slot, “We’ve heaved a thousand sighs of reliefs when we know we aren’t fighting in the same timing slot. If that was the case we won’t be able to see each other’s face for a few years then I guess”. Both did not forget to monitor and give acting suggestions for each other as they show care for buddy. Kim Hyun-joong says they were rivals beginning since SS501 and DBSG debuted, it’s like being rivals is their fate. We said ‘fighting’ to each other before our dramas began and also promised to meet up to drink after drama ends, but until now we haven’t met up, still”.

●Top…

They share the senior-junior relationship since middle school days. Thanks to Kim Hyunjoong’s introduction, Top and Jaejoong became close as well. In the MBC University Campus Festival in 2008, the band stage both of them showed had left deep impressions on fans. Kim Hyunjoong played the bass guitar, while Top – the keyboard. They had sung to David Craig’s “Rise and Fall”. After that, Top starred in drama [IRIS] and movie [INTO THE FIRE], while Kim Hyunjoong was busy moving into new agency etc, though they didn’t have time to meet up often like before, they still send frequent messages and make phone calls to each other as they look out on each other.

●Lee Minho, Kim Bum…

Through drama [Boys over Flowers], these two are his friends whom he met during his debut as an actor. As they build fame as ‘F4′, they still really do associate with one another even after drama ended. They all have a common favourite sport which is soccer, and they do meet up at times to enjoy soccer when they don’t have schedules. In addition, they also promise to cheer on for one another by ‘catching it live’ as whenever any one’s drama / movie shows.

[Article] Disclosure of Accident: Asia Top Star KHJ Innermost Thought

Source: Metro Seoul
Reposted & Translated by: Baidu Hyunbar News Department
Chinese to English translation by June / LoveKimHyunJoong.com

Singer and Actor Kim Hyun Joong (24) had a motorcycle accident and cheated death,
before the commencement of his solo work apart from SS501.
The cruelty of such a happenstance right when he had to begin working solo on his own
led to a focused outlook in life.

Heartily enjoys the work he likes, while forgoing all distractions.
Harbouring an increasingly calm mentality, and gradually permeating through the whole of Asia.

Rebirth In May
In a recent interview, Kim Hyun Joong mentioned,
for the first time ever, the facts about his motorcycle accident.

On 28 May afternoon, on a road in Seoul’s Gangnam,
Kim Hyun Joong, driving with his friend on a motorcycle as a passenger,
was hit from behind by another vehicle.

Helmets and protective gears fell apart. It was a major accident.
His right arm and elbow suffered from 3 fractures.
His left knee cartilage was injured as well.

‘It could have been a fatal accident, but luck was on our side.
The motorcycle is not a good vehicle to carry passenger but I was travelling with a friend that day.
My over-100kg friend flew from the vehicle and I fell atop him.
Thus, I landed on the ground with less impact due to the buffer.’

After the release of the final mini-album at his former company,
the period before the end of his contract was a critical moment
when he worried about the repercussions of the accident.

He was also concerned that there may be discussions about his enlistment.
He can only bear his guilt during treatment till his discharge from the hospital.
With the end of the filming of the drama, he is currently undergoing a full body check-up.
‘I will definitely enlist. But I shall not receive any further more body check-up till then.
I would not want anything, no matter how small, to become a hindrance to my goal.’

Due to the accident, his will to carry out activities is even stronger.
Kim Hyun Joong said,
‘I do not like to rest.
Happily working, I’ve never had a moment when I feel like resting.
I would like to give it all… when I can still sing, dance and act.’

In the aftermath of his accident,
the process in which he signed with his new company also became a hot topic.
Even though several companies offered him billion-dollar contracts,
Kim Hyun Joong chose to sign with his current company which offered a much lower fee.

His pride as an artist led him to refuse the high pay but accept a domestic car,
which in turn led to further misunderstanding from some fans.
The gift of a car in replacement for higher pay was suggested by representatives from his new company.

‘I do not work with the aim to earn money.
If I do, I shall have to bear all the negative effects.
What I want to do is to display my stage and my work to all of you.’

Pre-Enlistment: 5-year Plan
On 12 November, he participated in the Asian Games Opening Ceremony
with a stage performance of the theme song ‘Sunshine Again’,
gaining the chance to show himself to 1 billion viewers.

‘It is the biggest stage in my life.
Besides the billion who viewed on TV,
there were one hundred thousand spectators on the spot
which created such a grand stage that I felt overjoyed and lost for words,
with the thought that my name would appear on such a stage.’

His drama ‘Playful Kiss’ was highly popular overseas,
but the low domestic rating was still a bitter pill to swallow.

‘Now I am more confident.
The next drama will bring about even more difficulties,
thus the main issue here is to become an actor with the right attitude and mentality.’

Now, he is preparing for his solo album to be released in May next year,
and planning to attend a 3-month music studies in the United State early next year.

‘I would like to learn more about stage performance, dancing and singing, while building up my physique.
I have already submitted a learning plan to a famous teacher from LA Millennium Dance School,
and shall present a music that is different from SS501.’

24 hours a day, he wonders about his future plans.
He said, ‘My future 5-year plan is already in place.
Each year, I shall participate in a drama and a movie, release 2 albums, hold a concert tour, and release a Japanese album.’

‘On the eve of my enlistment 5 years later,
I prepare to hold, for all my fans, a large-scale free performance.’

[News] Micky Yoochun, Kim Hyun Joong, U-Know Yunho, to have simultaneously drama release in Japan in 2011

Credit: news nate + (Eng Trans) sharingyoochun.net news1TVXQ members Micky Yoochun and U-Know Yunho, SS501′s Kim Hyun Joong, the idols turn actors are launching drama simultaneously in Japan for the first half 2011.

Micky Yoochun’s KBS 2TV ‘SungKyunKwan Scandal’ and Kim Hyun Joong’s ‘Playful Kiss’ are set to broadcast in March next year through Japan station FujiTV. ‘Poseidon’ drama that casts U-Know Yunho which is in the midst of pre-production process is also under discussion for Japan pre-distribution, and it’s expected to actively introduced to Japanese audiences next year.