SBS Kpop Star faves

I'm on episode 5..a little behind from the Korean schedule but I can't find many blogs on it so I decided to just blog about it.

 So far my favorite is Lee Ha Yi.

 She, to me has the perfect package. I love her attitude, her voice and her look. I am silently cursing at the judges for asking her to lose weight. She don't have to, she's awesome the way she is! For me, the eyes of the performer is the part I looked forward looking at because I believe you can't fake the eye expression. Her eyes are so enchanting to look at.

 Kim Woo Sung
 

 He has that summer-y feel to him. I love the raspy yet clear voice, it sounded like he was singing a lullaby..He's really attractive too, I'd say he's my favorite male contestant! Thank goodness he can speak Korean. He's Korean-American, there are a few contestant who can't speak so it's a little awkward.

 Yoon Hyun Sang
 

Perhaps the most talented one, he wrote his own song and it's really good. I can't wait to hear the full version. The song is the second one from the video. I like the way he sings. Although I am SM bias, and I love BoA comments but I think I like this hair better. He changed his hairstyle...huhuhu

 Lee Seung Hun
 

 This guy is really funny. He wasn't popular on the first round, but he improved a lot on the second round. On first glance, I didn't really like him..not he isn't handsome..I though he looked like a player kind of guy. I think he has that potential to be awesome on TV.

 Park Ji Min
 

 Do you think I would have left her out? SHE MAKE ME HAVE GOOSEBUMPS!!! I am not in the same room with her but watching her sing through TV or YouTube is sending shivers on my neck, she's really good! Imagining listening to her LIVE is..wow those judges are lucky. I have been watching her videos over and over and still not get tired of her performance. I love this kid.

Credits to KPOPSTAR@youtube and SBS

Of Kpop Star and Brain

Wow. I didn't realize that I have not blog since October 2011! I'm not going to give any excuse but yes, I had a busy time on the last 3 months of 2011.

I no longer watching Immortal Songs 2 which I initially plan to do recap/review on as I don't like the cast. I'd probably watched it again if Ryeowook joins because SUJU KRY babe! hehe

Yesterday, 3rd January is the premiere of KPop Stars on One HD (CH393 Astro B.yond) and I like it. I am a fan of audition shows and this is no exception. I didn't come with expectation, I was more curious on the judges as  it was FREAKING BoA, Yang Hyun Suk and Park Jin Young! The Big 3 together on one show?! That's one cool fact.

Although Lee Soo Man would have been interesting to be on the show, I'm glad it was BoA who represent SM. I think the show needs a female, still promoting singer and she's awesome. I wasn't sure of the dynamic of the trio and boy it was awkward..but I could see that they are becoming more comfortable with each other. Looking at the articles recently though, it seem JYP and YG don't see eye to eye.. but will see.

I'm surprised that I agree with their choices and I knew who would say yes or no. It's like knowing the spoiler of the story but I didn't mind. I hope that despite the star power poses by the judge, the contestant can shine as well.

Move on to Kdrama, Brain is my current addiction. Damn, Shin Ha Kyun..who by the way won 2011 DaeSang was so captivating and he made me want to watch more episode of Brain. KBS Drama Awards was on new year eve and I was so anxious of who would take the Grand Prize. Everytime Shin Ha Kyun didn't win, I silently cursed towards KBS..I want him to sweep off all the prize! So glad he was give the biggest award of the night! On the side note, did anyone notice Park Shi Hoo bites his lips when Shin Ha Kyun won? LOL!

I'm still on episode 9, the drama is scheduled to finished on 20...which is four more episode in Korea..gaaahhh. Sad. I'm going to watch his other movies and drama next to satisfy my Shin Ha Kyun syndrome. :P

Those who love medical dramas, I think you would be disappoint to watch Brain. It pains my heart to say this but if you're only interested in unusual cases, this drama is boring for you. I watched this drama mainly for the character development of Lee Kang Hoon. The character is improving yet still very consistent. Shin Ha Kyun portrayal was spot on, you wouldn't think that he is actually shy person in real life.

I wasn't going to watch Brain at first considering it's a medical drama, Kdrama is never about other topics..it's about love story or character. Especially so that there were two bomb before this drama which ironically has casting issue too. I was bitter that the production team kept on changing cast, but Shin Ha Kyun proved to be a right choice. I can't imagine anyone else portray Lee Kang Hoon.

I have a feeling I might blog about Brain again..but I will wait till I watched the last episode.

SNSD The Boys reaction

Please view the video on YouTube, although I'm pretty sure you already had. :D

I hate looking at teaser because I always got the wrong guess, especially SM teaser but looking at the gorgeous promo pictures, I had to peek..LOVE THE FREAKING DRESSES! When the full MV was released, I watched the English version first since I kinda like BoA's Eat You Up in English.. it can't be that bad right?

Bad mistake.It was so awkward to listen it in English. That includes Jessica and Tiffany. SeoHyun lines is sooooo corny. "I know live is a mystery, I'm gonna make it history.." LOL. It rhymes but ugh. I can't grasp what they were singing but I guess it's just awkward for me. I understand Engrish, but I think I need to see the lyrics.

Teddy Riley produced it and it definitely sounds like it. I can imagine RaNia singing the song and it's a bit cruel, but RaNia can't make this No.1 like SNSD does. It's not about the fanbase, SNSD can afford to do it better. What I don't like about this song, it lacks that Kpop flavor. Maybe it's the language?

So I watched the Korean version, have to say I like it better. The girls sound noticeably comfortable and I don't find it awkward during the rap part too. The MV is the same, just different language. The sets are gorgeous too! I love the rose petals set and the sand..

Sunny looked amazing, if I ever will cut my hair, I want to look like her. I'm upset SooYoung returns to long hair but she still looked amazing. All the girls looked phenomenal. Yuri dance break was drool-worthy. The way she dance on the sand is just stunning. Glamorous should be the IT look for girl groups. I know it's hard to sing and dance it a dress but I am crossing my fingers that the girls will perform with those stunning dress. PLEASE? :P

Step by Kara

To be honest I wasn't looking forward for Kara's comeback. One, because Super Junior was scheduled for a comeback too and while I do love the girls personality, it doesn't translate the same with their music. I did have fun on their previous songs but I don't know if I can expect the same thing.

The first time listening, I stopped half way because it was too colorful and the song was similar to what they had promoted before. There is the return of the "shriek"... probably it's Kara signature but it's only fun for one time.

Just like all their previous song, this song eventually grows in me and why not? It incorporated the catchy beats and infectious hook which is the perfect formula of Kpop. Their vocals are still lacking in some areas but this isn't a ballad song and I don't care much. It's a fun song that brights up your day.

These girls had troubles in the past but it seems like their friendship is still on, I hope they don't attempt to the same anytime soon because it's not going to work. I would like to see growth from JiYoung, all the other magnaes are improving each day and it seem like Jiyoung hasn't changed much. The company should considered making a sub-unit, that would be interesting.

Kpop Meme 2!

Your favorite k-pop guy group : Super JuniOR. *rise palms
Your favorite k-pop girl group : Secret... I want you back you back~
Your ultimate k-pop guy bias : What is this..SuJu la..
Your ultimate k-pop girl bias : I'm not bias over girl groups
Your favorite k-pop song from your favorite guy group: Life couldn't get better..Miracle!
Your favorite k-pop song from your favorite girl group: 3 years 6 months
A k-pop song that makes you cry : Aish.. I can only think of Tohoshinki's singles..oh wait, Don't Say Good Bye is in Korean.
A k-pop song you know all the words to: All..? Probably SuJu Miracle.
Your favorite k-pop performance : ALL 13 SuJu on Stage.
A k-pop dance you’d like to learn: ALL..ALLL!!!
Your favorite k-pop music video : Miracle by SuJu
The very first k-pop song you ever heard : Rain's coming down from the rooftop...I'm Coming by Rain.
A k-pop group you dislike and why : Rainbow...because A'St1 disbanded.
A k-pop song that makes you smile : HaengBok by SuJu
A k-pop song that reminds you of someone you miss : I miss all 13 SuJu.
Your favorite k-pop lyric (and a translation) : Into the World by SNSD
A k-pop idol you wish was your older sibling : Pass.. I lub my real brother.
A k-pop idol you wish was your younger sibling : Pass.. I like being the youngest.
Your favorite interview of a k-pop idol or group: Don't remember...It's been a long time since I watched Entertainment Weekly.
Your favorite picture of your guy k-pop bias: Micky Yoo Chun
Your favorite picture of your girl k-pop bias : Choi Soo Young
Your favorite picture of your favorite k-pop group: Sorry Sorry repackaged album picture
K-pop idol who you think is underrated : Untouchable. For goodness sake, I want them to win an award.
K-pop idol who you think is overrated: 2PM
Your favorite cover of a k-pop song by another k-pop artist: IU's I need a boy.
Your favorite dance battle : Shin Dong is jjang! I know EunHyuk is the best in SuJu but I like Shin Dong more.
A k-pop song you never get tired of : You probably noticed it already but it's SuJu's Miracle.

I'm hating Infinite Paradise

Since Infinite is getting famous each day, I think I need to put a disclaimer before proceeding. I am not anti-fan, it's just a stupid review okay? Inspirit Fighting!

With Paradise, there's 4 songs promoted by Infinite this year! Wow. Typically idols only promote two song in one year and seldom 3.. I guess probably other idols had done the same but maybe I wasn't really paying attention. 

Before the Dawn was awesome, their choreography was mind-blowing, except I was a little too late in noticing it's awesomeness. That time, I was paying more attention to Dalmatian. Nothing's Over finally got me hook to them, I knew all their names and know what roles they had.

Be mine was okay, it wasn't an instant love because I can't never get pass thinking.. "SungJong is a dude." I find it hard to convince myself that he can sing seriously and laugh at his expression. The song finally got them their first No.1 on charts. I was happy for them.

On the scale of 1-10, I would rate Paradise as 4..so there's no way I could put the title as "I'm loving" right? I thought they promoted the song too early, but I guess the company wants ride on their previous win. The song has this familiarity but I don't know where I get that from. It sounds like a cool song for mystery genre movie but that's about it.

The feel of the song is pretty confusing. I have not check the translation yet but the title is "Paradise" and the song has this dark vibe, almost haunting like and mysterious. I'm not even sure if the lyricist understand the meaning of Paradise. When I think of paradise, the image of beach comes to mind. The MV isn't helping either. I think Infinite boys are ghost following the poor girl everywhere in the house?? It's a cross of a creepy stalker or a haunted ghost. I think this fascination of this topics should stop by now.. I'm sick of it already.

What probably puts me off the most about the song is the chorus. I don't get the high-pitched voices... it's just hard to sing and not suited for the song. Is it's supposed to be haunting voice or what? However I do like SungKyu's part.. I thought it was clever to have the bits of pause in his line..I think it resembles gasping for air..WooHyun sounded really good too!

The music on this song is awesome too, the mix of orchestra and electrical guitar blends well together. I just don't think it suited well with the lyrics. Lastly, congratulation to Infinite for winning on the recent Inkigayo for this song. I think they deserved it..(although I secretly wished SuJu win.)

I Believe in GD

 2011 isn't over yet but it felt like a lot of years has gone by. There's so many jaw-dropping moments and I'm so glad I receive all the news at home because I looked stupid. :P

The latest one is about GD caught smoking marijuana. I don't know the details but I believe it's purely an accidental mistake. I am aware that GD does smoke but smoking marijuana? It's unbelievable. Looking at Crown J's case, smoking marijuana is a serious crime that can affect your career as an artiste. There's no way GD would have voluntarily smoke marijuana.

Big Bang was one of my first favorite idols back when I first started obsessing Kpop. I'm so sad that we had waited so long for their comeback, only to see two bad incident happen. DBSK is no longer 5, Super Junior isn't 13... would the same happen to Big Bang? I think it's just to sad to think about it. Big Bang was my only hope that my favorite idols CAN  be together.

I want to believe Big Bang will be forever. Please, there's too much heartbreak for me and this is the last chance. My favorite variety show had disappoint me, 2 of my favorite idols group is in rocking situation.. so please KPop, don't loose me as your fan. I'm an awesome fan.

I'm loving Beast On Rainy Days

I got my copy of Beast latest Korean album and I'm not really impress about it. I just couldn't review it. On the bright side, I do love On Rainy Days single a lot more than the title track.

The Koreans agreed as this single was in 1st place before Fiction! Yoseob tweeted "did we promote the wrong song?" LOL I couldn't agree more! There was an article about it got most download when it was raining. It was the opposite for me, I listened it during hot shiny day and it rained later.. :P

It's a little cheesy when they added in the rain and storm sound effect but it's about rain, why not? I do not, however like JunHyung's cough. Is that a cold's cough or a cigarette cough? Whether it was intentional or not, I don't like it.

The background music is lovely, the sad guitar rhythm along with other string instrument was just perfect. The boys harmonization was good and I love Yoseob taking control of the chorus, because there is this sadness feel in his voice, it's like sense of loneliness that must be sung alone.

The background vocals were done right, it sounded like wind blowing and there's this sound that sound like water droplets..the sound was probably made with synthesizer which I really like. My favorite part was the organ sound, I'm an organ player so I do love it. Despite loving the modern touch, I think the song will still be perfect when it is stripped down to acoustic version.

This is my longest review for just one song but I had to, there's so many interesting part to the song that I have to talk about. You know what? I hate rain.

Kpop meme

What/Who got you into kpop?
Super Junior

Favourite boy group?

Super Junior

Favourite girl group

Secret

Favourite overall group?

Super Junior

Other groups you love?

SM Town!!!! YG Family, Cube Entertainment, TS Entertainment, WooLim Entertainment..most boyband..some girl groups..

Rank your favourites from each of your stated groups above?

This will be a long day, I actually can write one post on that alone...I think Super Junior as one, soo that's the most important thing.

Favourite pairings from each of your stated groups?

Dooseob, Eunhae and Hyuksu!!!

Favourite current song?

Mr. Simple and Superman by SuJu

Favourite Fanclub
E.L.F.

Favourite entertainment company?
SM TOWN

Loved a group you’re not into anymore?

U-kiss, just because..

First kpop song ever?
Probably, Rain's I'm coming

First kpop love (group/solo)?
Super Junior, Kim Jeong Hoon

Group you could never get into no matter how much you tried.

I don't know..I like JYPe artiste before but after the scandal..heh.

Any dance you can do (from a MV etc) or want to learn?

All the dance, even the song I don't like

Any songs you memorised the lyrics to?
Super Junior Miracle..well mostly before 2009 songs I know by heart.. Starting 2010..way too many song released!

Best looking male in the industry to you?
Micky Park Yoo Chun

Prettiest female in the industry to you?
Choi Soo Young

A person you want to be like/admire the most?
None.. I like being myself

A song you must/always/usually listen to EVERY day?

I'd listen to any kpop.. Except nobody by WG!

Your favourite music video?

SuJu Miracle, any cutesy music video is my fave..Like Infinite's Nothing's over or Beast's Beautiful

Any of your friends into kpop and who?
Yup, Elpasira!

Have any kpop merchandise?

Yes.. Lots of them but not enough to create a kpop shrine just yet, I do have a special drawer just for Kpop items!

Random updates

I feel that this blog is losing direction..

I posted more personal updates rather than any kpop updates which is just sad. I lost all the inspiration since the news of Kang Ho Dong retirement and Hee Chul enlistment. I have thought of beginning new blog since all I write now is just updates that you don't care about.

Honestly blogging through tablet is difficult, I can't include picture or video on my post and typing on virtual keyboard makes me dumber..probably you will noticemore incorrect grammar and spelling.

Will this be the last post ever?

Must Watch Video : Teen Top Don't Put On Perfume

With a random title like that, I was sceptical about the song. I love "Clap", hated "Supa Luv" and like "Angel"..so I don't know if I wanted to listen their new song. Especially more so by looking at their "underwear" pictures. =.=

I caught a glimpse of their performance on Music Bank on TV and I like the song. I watched the MV and completely love it. I didn't have to watch with subtitle to understand it, it's so cheeky! Well ChunJi's face says it all.

The song has a cool catchy beats, as usual Niel and ChunJi sings most of the parts but at least other's shines as well. C.A.P. voice sounds familiar, I don't know if I like it or not. The lyrics are playful yet honest..I don't think I could visualize them that way in real life.

I would prefer if C.A.P. was the lead actor for the MV, ChunJi is making me a creepy noona. Heck, I'm older than all the members but ChunJi has baby face, he looks awkward with Park Shi Yeon. ChunJi might just be my favorite...gahh, those winks are damn cute!

I don't really like their concept, I forgot how young they are but it's a little too mature for them. Nevertheless I love the song...well it might get banned soon or waaay later (ex. Jewelry One more time)so let's savour the moment.

Yup, I'm their noona. A happy noona.

Super Junior Mr. Simple Full MV is HERE!!

Another single with just 10 members, I know it's ridiculous to say this but it feel so empty. 10 members is a lot but I miss KangIn, HanKyung and KiBum. Especially the last one.. Where is he? Last time I heard about him is he getting drama roles. I hope to see him active again.

I love the intro, it's simple but so classy! It's such a contrast from the promotional pictures..I was pleasantly surprise that it wasn't shocking like the promotional pictures. I have heard of the audio and wasn't really digging it because it's like a mash up of Sorry Sorry and Bonamana.

Watching the MV, it totally change my mind. I love the song! I definitely can see this winning various awards! Probably I'm just biased? LOL

Must Watch Video : B1A4 Only Learn Bad Things

This is the only 2011 debut that I know the members name! Thanks to their debut MV "OK", it's not really hard to learn their names. My favorite is JinYoung...he's not the main vocal but when he sings, I just love it. The main vocal, Sandeul is good too but I'm more drawn to Jin Young's vocal. The maknae..GongChan is so..um, I thought he's the leader! JinYoung probably has baby-faced because I thought he was the youngest. LOL I thought it's pretty cool CNU (who shares the same birthday with my mum :P) wears glasses..his English part sounds good. Baro the lead guy is so random..haha what's with the hats?

The video is sweet but the message is even better! I love the fact it acknowledge his mistake and he's young. The last part, starting from GongChan's part was so cute. It's like the perfect message.

Some scenes are stupid like why you should expect him to open drink for you? but the MV is just so heartwarming and cute! The dance routine isn't praiseworthy but I don't care..I still love the video a lot.

The world is spinning around...

I have lost count how many times I've said "oh my gosh" when I first read about JunHyung and Hara..seriously I was literally spinning around holding my head starring at the ceiling and couldn't believe what I've just read.

This is similar to JongHyun and Shin Se Kyung relationship but another one? What happen to secret idol dating eh? I'm so not ready! Okay what I meant is that I would prefer to have rumors then the confirmation..like straight away confirm is a lot to handle. It's JunHyung and Hara! Double idol mania!!

I don't know how to digest this piece of news.. Thank goodness I'm at home while reading it..I just read it a few minutes ago.

ergh..whatever, don't get married yet la.

I don't mind celebrity has partner but I would so prefer they did in private. People would go like "I hope you guys can get married!" Geez, you can handle those pressure meh? Or face a lot of people like me who wouldn't trust your relationship will last. For goodness sake, do it the old school style!

But of course, nothing beats Lee Ji Ah and Seo Tae Ji. Bring it on Kpop!!

UPDATE
because I didn't read the whole thing yet...

I know Hara is like carefree person and I love that about her but seriously it's 1 MONTH only..oh good luck! I'm pretty sure when it's over they're going to say "conflict schedules, busy" problems..BLAH BLAH BLAH.

I will be back on August

I know there's a lack in post lately but I have a really good reason behind it.

I'm currently doing internship/practical/industrial training for 10 weeks which I have started on 6th June and will end on 12 August. I'm actually at work blogging this, haha it's a carefree company so it's fine..I still embrace Kpop everyday..watching more Korean dramas and I noticed that my Korean is getting better each day.

I haven't really watched new singles apart from the ones I saw on Music Bank..so far nothing really interest me much like I used to. Beast comeback ended great but I wasn't much a fan..the style is very similar to the previous one and everyone seem to have Bieber hair...LOL except Hyunseung looked amazing in those shade of orange! He finally has a great hairdo!

Secret is my main disappointment at the moment as I really don't know why they promoting a song that sounds really boring. It has that tropical island feel which makes no sense because about stars? or something.. I love their promotional pictures because they all look beautiful but yeah..the song is so boring. TS Entertainment, I hope this is the last retro song for them..Shy Boy is a hit but let's not make them like Wonder Girls. I have enough retro at the moment.

Oh My School ended this week on KBSWorld, sort of sad but I'm looking forward for Immortal Song 2! Or maybe not since many stars left the show....oh well, that timeslot is cursed for KBS. Bring back Star Golden Bell!!!

I might return on August but I can't be sure..it's the same ole "internet problems" reason and stuffs. :D

Random update

I've been using my phone to surf internet for two week and it's bad....Now I have no idea how to deal with internet on PC because I don't know where to start.

To my friends who might be reading, Wordpress is not image friendly like blogger..so I hate to post pictures on the blog so I'm holding off on writing picture blog (Perth and Graduation) for a bit, if I'm crazy..I might just make another blogger blog. wakaka.

Back to Kpop updates, today receive another sad news of Cha Dong Ha passing. I didn't know the guy enough but it's sad to know about it. I really wish someone could be there for him and let him know that people loves him. So many fellow Kpop artist wrote tributes to him and I just teared up. I really can't handle suicide news anymore. It's so sad.

In happy updates, I'm loving the No.1 song on Music Bank show today! I didn't like Fiction very much so I was happy that "On Rainy Day" won. Congratulation to Beast! I no longer follow the pace for kpop because I simply can't with my irregular internet connection so my favs is still Infinite, now promoting Can U Smile..

I can't keep up with the debuts this year but nothing is really interesting..A Pink reminds me of Girls Generation in the earlier days, I thought it was charming but I think I'll wait 2nd single to know if I like them or not. I think I kinda like Dal Shabet so I know few of the names but their songs has been so ridiculous..PINK ROCKET, that's so urghh. As for the boys, X5 is so attractive but naaah..B1A4 is nice too but I don't know if they can keep up with the concept. Rania, Block B and Brave Girls are not my type of idols so hard to say...I think I miss a couple of names but it's been a lot so forgive me. By the way there's report that there's another 12 girl groups will be debuting..opps, just remember Boyfriend debuted yesterday, from the glimpse of their performance today, I'd say they just need better song. SME also reportedly will debut M1, M2 and Jino's group...plus recently I read another girl group from SME. This is crazy, just because you didn't debut new group (SM the Ballad is a sub group) doesn't mean you could torture me like this!! I might not care about the rest of the rookies but if it's from SME, I know I would memorize their names in no time because I'm a big SM Town fan.

Last bits, dramas I'm watching is Baby faced Beauty (because of Jang Nara!), Three sisters (SBS daily drama is better than KBS) and 49 Days. I will be trying to watch Lie to me (because of Yoon Eun Hye) and Yoon Eun Hye's Movie, My Black Mini dress? I forgot the complete title la.

Farewell Aheeyah :(

Every time I change the layout of my blog, I made sure I include links because it's important to me to give some respect to these wonderful sites that help me in my Kpop needs. Sadly one of the links on "AmazingLinkz", Aheeyah is closing down.

What?!!!

I was searching for g.o.d. Lies lyrics, and where would I go? It's no other than Aheeyah.com! Sadly I was greeted by a video from the webmaster saying the site is closing down. I normally passed on vlogs, but I click on the button anyway because I need to know the reason. Sigh heavily as I finished the video, I knew I understand why but I just can't help feeling sad. I know to maintain a website isn't easy and it requires money. For those who are ignorant, when they asked for donation..please don't go harsh on them, do you think it's easy for them to ask? I've been to sites that I wish I could donate and such but it's impossible for me at the moment.

I'm really sad that Aheeyah will be gone. I even left a wall post on the webmaster FB page, which normally I don't do. I wanted the site to be forever but that's like selfish of me to even think about it since it's all hard work by someone who doesn't get paid.

I could never think of Lyrics and not think Aheeyah too. When I first started to research more about Korean, I learned the basic from the site. I could spend hours of time in the site because the site has so many lyrics that I loved. I realize that over the recent years, the post has been reduced but that doesn't stop me from loving the site because it's where I started.

When the site eventually closes down, the links stays because I just want to give a tribute to such awesome site. I will miss Aheeyah. ;(

Another reason

Thanks to my friend, Pasira for these links. 1 2

Just few days ago I posted why I don't want Kpop to be famous and now, I have another reason. If you don't understand Malay, basically it's about how Kpop isn't seen in the good light in the so called professional media. The other one is about how Kpop is influencing the entertainment industry here like how it's happening in Thailand or Cambodia..you know the horrendous cover we saw on YouTube? but this is sort of different but following the Kpop style. It's written by a Kpop fan, so don't bash in the comments. She's just reporting!

Imitation is a form of flattery but I look at those pictures and you can't turn Malaysian to Korean, that's just too obsess! I just think bringing Kpop flavor in this country does not work. It's weird and awkward! Kpop stars go through rigorous training and put so much risk in their decision. If you really love Kpop, go to Korea la! I always wanted a Malaysian to be in the next idol group, and that's fine because it's by Korean standard. Korean Entertainment company knows what they want and they already get the formulas right. If you never got into the Korean scene, how are you going to copy it right?

I don't want this so called Malaysian version of Kpop turns Kpop in a bad light in this country! Why ruin something, that Kpop idols go through blood, sweat and pain? This is not the way to thank Kpop!

What a false report done by the media, and a foolish one indeed. As much as a big fan I am of Kpop, I realize there's flaws in it. Let's face it, no one is perfect. The writer should be objective and include some good points, but it's all flat out saying negative stuff that is over exaggerated!

I would hate it if one of my family members read the article and give me a hearing. I may called myself obsess with Kpop but I know my boundaries. I would love to go to Korea someday but I would never want to live there because Malaysia is my home. I'm comfortable where I'm from and never had I though of living somewhere else. I would hate if someone says I lupa daratan (uumm..how to translate this, it's like forgetting where you come from). If any, it's Malaysian fault. We're taught to live to 1Malaysia spirit, to called ourselves Malaysian as opposed to say you're Chinese/Malay/etc.. I hate that, I really want to be proud and say I'm a Sino-Kadazan. I love my culture and I wished I was more like one.

Opps, I'm getting out of topic. Don't say bad stuff about entertainment, because it's entertainment. Don't think too much about it because why make something fun into something boring?

Kpop Forever!!!

How much of a Kpop fan are you?

I have tried so hard to come up a quiz but I always fail to post it up because I don't know where to start. I posted these anyway since I just want something posted. I did all the question by myself, took a lot of time to come up with question. I want it to be difficult but I think these are quite easy..depending how good you are at googling.

Try answering the question without google it first and if you need answer just leave a comment or on "Talk To Me" section whichever you prefer. :D Although I'm sure you can google it easily! My role is to explain and if you like this post, good news! I will be posting more question in the future!


1. What does Aegyo mean? 
2. Seo TaiJi and boys is hailed as the creator of idols, who is the " boys"?
3. In 2008, what is the biggest scandal that involves SNSD?
4. What does g.o.d. mean?
5. Who is the famous niece of Lee Soo Man?
6. What made Park Jae Bum left 2PM?
7. Name three famous Korean athlete 
8. Who won KBS Best MC on 2010?
9. Which T-ara member that would be a SNSD member?
10. Sulli acted in DBSK movie, which story was she in?
11. Name the person that would have been a Big Bang member that is now a Beast member
12. Jung Ju Ri and Shin Bong Seon is under who's company?
13. Who is KangIn's wife on the show We Got Married?
14. How many year(s) in a normal military service?
15. What is the common fact about Eugene, Yoon Eun Hye and Yoon Kye Sang?
16. Jeon Tae Soo has a famous sibling, who is the person?
17. Big Bang's Sunset Glow MV has important message, what it is?
18. True or false, Yoseob was AJ's backup dancer
19. What does Sunbae mean?
20. Hwayoung and HyoYoung are twins, which groups do they belong too?
21. Name one drama that is written by the Hong sisters
22. Kim Takgu of Baker King Kim Takgu initially had a different name what is it?
23. What company does Park Han Byul, Yoo In Na and Kang Hye Jung belong to?
24. Who is Choi Ji Woo dating?
25. Where was Tonight MV by Big Bang shoot?
26. Name the members of MBLAQ that have famous sibling.
27. Han SunHwa of Secret has a unique nickname, what it is?
28. Who is Dongwoon of Beast favorite female singer?
29. Name the famous beach in Busan that is a title of a movie.
30. Name the members of Super Junior from the youngest to eldest.


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I don't want Kpop to be famous

I feel like I have write this before but heck, I don't care searching back my past archive because I'm talking about the present. I am waiting the day Hallyu wave to be over and howironic it is considering my name is HallyuSurfer.

Now this isn't a laughing matter, I dread the word Japan.. I don't like the idea of my favorite idols going to Japan because I don't like Jpop. Argument may start with their song is merely a translated version of their Kpop song and if they release in Japanese, a Korean version will be released as well. I don't hate Japanese, (language) it's just..I'm already struggling with Korean and now I have to learn Japanese too?

While Hallyu brings the idols closer to our shores..but damn it. I will never have the chance of meeting them because they only go to Kuala Lumpur, I need a freaking airplane ticket to  get there! Unable to attend means I get jealous. I wish they never come in the first place! I had a hard time watching videos of them in Malaysia.. It especially kills me when a non kpop fan got to go the concert and later blog badly about it.

I fear one day that when I eventually could go to Korea, my favorite idols will be in other country busy promoting. My travel itieneray only consist of going to KBS,MBC, SBS, SM, or YG building. If I can't meet at least one of my favorite idols, that would be a nightmare!

The most annoying thing is the increase of so called Kpop fans. Don't say Kpop fans are different. We may have different opinions but we share the same value. The common rule is to never bash. I hate reading newbie comments "gay" or "ugly". They never get how to use it well. In case you newbies are reading this, to use these words, be creative. For example "It's so ugly, only Mr.A can pull it of" or "I want Mr.B to be gay, he's so pretty!".

At first it's awesome, now I just feel blaah. I don't enjoy Kpop being everywhere I go. It's on TV, radio and even when I'm out. Shops will be blasting 2009 Kpop...I might smash that radio if it's Nobody!

I know I'm bitter about this whole Hallyu thing, I am part of this Hallyu movement. If Kpop never showed on MTV back in 2005/6, my brother would never introduce me to Super Junior, if Kpop wasn't big enough, we wouldn't have much eng subbed videos! KBS World and SBS One probably would never be on astro channel listing channel! It's just a personal issue.. :P