5,000 fans come out to CNBLUE’s signing in Japan + “Come On” ranks #4 on Oricon

With the release of their 3rd Japanese single, “Come On“, CNBLUE met with 5,000 of their Japanese fans on August 1st.

CNBLUE attended a signing event at a shopping mall in Japan to commemorate their new release. Despite the fact that members Minhyuk and Jonghyun were absent due to the filming of their respective dramas, thousands of fans still gathered to meet with the other two members.

Yonghwa and Jungshin stated, “We are thankful that all of you came to see us even though it is very hot,” expressing their gratitude for the support fans have been showing for their new single.

CNBLUE will also release their first full Japanese album on August 29th titled ‘Code Name Blue.’ Out of the 13 tracks listed, it has been revealed that nine of them have been written and composed by Yonghwa, drawing much interest from fans.

The group will also be holding a concert tour in Japan starting from October 2nd to the 21st, playing across 6 cities for a total of nine shows.

In related news, the group has also ranked #4 on the Oricon daily chart with the release of “Come On”

Source + Photo: Sports Korea via Nate, Osen

CNBLUE’s Yonghwa and Jungshin tweet in support of AOA

CNBLUE‘s Jung Yonghwa and Lee Jungshin have taken it into their own hands to cheer on new girl group, AOA.

Today, Yonghwa posted a photo on CNBLUE’s official twitter saying, “AOA Strikes. They’re our agency’s first girl group. Please cheer them on. Ah, and I also gifted them with a song I wrote, so give them lots of love. Just a side-note but I’m currently in Japan with Jungshin… we’re enjoying it here“.

Not too long after, Jungshin also updated fans with a selca of himself.

The selcas got netizens talking, leaving responses such as, “You’re both attractive“, “I’m excited for the new girl group“, “Jung Yonghwa can act, sing, and produce – he’s good at everything“, and more.

In related news, FNC Entertainment‘s new 8-member girl group, AOA will officially debut on the 30th through a showcase.

 

Source + Image: TV Report via Naver

T-ara’s Eunjung spotted on the set of a recent ‘Running Man’ shoot

T-ara‘s Eunjung has been spotted filming for an upcoming episode of SBS ‘Running Man‘!

Various online portal sites posted the photos above, where the singer is sporting athletic gear, filming alongside other idols such as Super Junior‘s Eunhyuk, ZE:A‘s Siwan, B2ST‘s Doojoon, and more.

It looked as though there would be some competition between the guests and the fixed ‘Running Man’ cast members, as the idols were dressed in blue sweatsuits while Song Ji Hyo, Ji Suk Jin, HaHa and others were snapped dressed in black and white.

This particular ‘Running Man’ shoot was for the upcoming ’2012 London Olympics’ special of the program, and also participating in the shoot were CNBLUE‘s Yonghwa, and MBLAQ‘s Lee Joon.

The episode airs on July 22nd at 6PM!

Source & Image: StarToday via Nate

Alternative careers best suited for today’s top male idols?

What could today’s top idol leaders be doing if they were not efficiently leading their group members to success in the K-Pop industry?

Korean netizens seemed to have a good idea, as an online post titled ‘Male Idol Group Leaders’ Potential Careers Based On Appearance’ heated up the online community boards. The post listed some alternative occupations they felt would best suit their favorite male idol leaders, based on their individual image.

To start, they suggested Super Junior‘s Leeteuk to become a language instructor at an academy, as he is extremely well-spoken and an expert when it comes to hosting variety programs.

They further suggested that Big Bang‘s multi-talented leader G-Dragon to be the president of a dance club in school, while stating that the amiable and gentle Onew of SHINee would serve as a good departmental student representative.

The outgoing Jo Kwon of 2AM was thought to be the perfect guy to bring along on overnight college trips, as he easily creates a hilarious and fun atmosphere with his personality. Fans also felt B2ST‘s leader Yoon Doojoon was the perfect person to become a physical education instructor, and that the suave Jung Yonghwa of CNBLUE has the image of ‘that handsome oppa’ at church.

Can you imagine the idols taking on these roles? What else could you envision these leaders doing? Let us know below!

Source & Image : TVDaily via Nate

CNBLUE’s Yonghwa and Park Shin Hye’s ‘Heartstrings’ fan meet in Japan draws 10,000 fans

On July 16th, CNBLUE‘s Yonghwa and actress Park Shin Hye successfully completed the Japanese fan meet for their drama, ‘Heartstrings‘.

Held at the Tokyo International Forum Hall A, the fan meeting gathered a whopping 10,000 fans, reflecting the rising popularity of the drama since it began broadcasting on Japanese airwaves on the 9th.

As it was the two stars’ first time visiting Japan together, the concert hall is reported to have had an excited energy even before the event officially began. Park Shin Hye played the traditional Korean kukak instrument, while Yonghwa amped up the crowd with a guitar performance of “I Miss You” from the drama’s OST.

The two then sat for the concert’s talk show segment where they aimed to get closer with the fans by sharing various thoughts and stories. They even sang the drama’s theme song together, bringing the concert to a successful conclusion.

A portion of the profits made from the fan meet will be donated to charity.

Source + Photos: Star N News via Naver