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Friday, December 28, 2012
[News] Kim Hyun Joong Mania Sweeps Asia at YAHOO OMG! Philippines
Credit: http://ph.omg.yahoo.com
South Korean singer and actor Kim Hyun Joong is sweeping the whole of Asia with his charisma!
Starting this past January, Kim Hyun Joong entered the Japanese market with his single album, and then launched his fan meeting tour in May which took him to countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and others as his popularity level continues to surge.
Kim Hyun Joong released his second Japanese single 'HEAT' in July, and it subsequently charted at the top of Oricon Daily and Weekly charts, and also became the 3rd foreign star to obtain the best result in the Oricon monthly chart. His sales volume of 202,672 also enabled Kim Hyun Joong to break into the Top 100 best selling albums, achieving the K-POP best result at 31st position. In doing so, Kim Hyun Joong surpassed Super Junior (35th), TVXQ (40th), 2PM (52th), and other idol groups, showing the capability and popularity levels of a solo singer.
On December 12th, Kim Hyun Joong released his first Japanese album 'UNLIMITED', and sold out 57,000 copies on the opening day, and topping the Oricon Daily chart. It also came in at No.3 on the Oricon Weekly chart, while also topping the Oricon Album, DVD, and 5 other charts, becoming the ultimate leader of K-POP in 2012.
Meanwhile, Kim Hyun Joong is also finding popularity in China. His appearance on an episode of 'Happy Camp' variety show brought in a rating of 2.84% and was a new high among Korean wave stars appearing on the show. In addition, Kim Hyun Joong was awarded the Most Popular Overseas Artist award at the 2012 Miguhui Awards held on December 8th.
Kim Hyun Joong also won four awards at the 2012 Yahoo! Asia Buzz Awards held on December 17th in Hong Kong. To win four awards at such a prestigious awards ceremony was testament to the huge popularity that Kim Hyun Joong enjoys globally and his status as a Korean Wave star.
A Japanese industry insider revealed, "To create his own style and cater to the masses, Kim Hyun Joong has worked hard to build up his own unique style. Everyone has seen how much Kim Hyun Joong has improved and has high expectations of him. Many in the industry have their eyes on him now."
Meanwhile, Kim Hyun Joong will be beginning a fan meeting tour covering 10 Japanese cities like Kobe, Saitama, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and others from January of next year, to interact closely with his fans.
[Photos] Kim Hyun Joong at Jeju Island for Vacation and went Diving
Credit: Keyeast
HJ posted on Japan Mobile Site confirming that he went diving at Jeju Island.. not in China.. atleast it clears it up.. good thing that the management clears it up for the fans will no longer be crazy..hahaha lol
[Eng Trans] Kim Hyun Joong Featured In Choa No. 19 Magazine in Japan
Credit: @lafone
Repost from: http://ameblo.jp/breakdown0606/
Japan First Solo Album "UNLIMITED" Release Event :
Kim Hyun Joong (26) had a premium event in Tokyo in commemoration of the release of his first solo album in Japan, " UNLIMITED ". Though he did not sing, but music videos of "Your Story" and "Save Today" were presented. He had an interesting talk with his guests, a self-appointed cheer leader, KABA-chan as well as Kazuko Kurosawa (female comedian).
After eleven months since his Japan debut on January 25, 2012, the first album " Unlimited " has eventually been released. Every song including the new three songs as well as Kiss Kiss/Lucky Guy and Oricon No.1 single " Heat " produced by B'z were sang in Japanese. Kim Hyun Joong talked showed his passion for the album during the talk of the event.
1/ Music video of " Your Story " has been released.
HJ: This is the second song I sing with band style following " Heat ". I have been enhansening this song for a long time so that I can sing it in an album someday. I have some more songs which I will sing as a band music. I would like to produce these songs in future.
2/ Where the shooting took place ? ( about "Save Today ")
HJ: It took place in the set in Korea. The idea of the concet is that we go back to the past. So I moved with the double speed of the other people, while they were walking very slowly. I would like to show it if the making video is available now. It was very hard for me to sing a song very rapidly while the music being reproduced fourfold ( He tries to show how rapid he sang )
3/ The concet of the title?
HJ: It means " Unlimited potential in growing " I would like to continue to grow. That is why I choose this title.
4/ How do you review this year ?
HJ : Stretching myself out at home, I asked myself " What did I do this year ? " (the audience burst into laughter ) I would like to spend much busier days the next year.
5/ The concept of the album ?
HJ : I put my feeling " Please do not let me go which means I do not want to lose you " I do not want to lose this moment when you give a big love to me.
6/ What is your plan the next year?
HJ : I am going to start 2013 with Japan nation-wide tour. I also plan to release a full album in Korea. I will also show you Kim Hyun Joong as actor in the drama. I have another plan to start World tour at the end of the year. I will also release a single album in Japan. So it will be a very busy year for me. I hope that you will give me your support which will give me power when I feel tired.
[English Trans] Kim Hyun Joong for Yahoo OMG! Exclusive Interview at Hong Kong
Credit: Yahoo Buzz Asia
Translated by: karenchongky
Hi everyone, I'm Kim Hyun Joong
First of all I wanted to thank our friends for supporting me in the
past four years and like my performance. I think Yahoo really like me
and I think in the future, I should send my regards through yahoo to
greet my fans and the media. Hopefully next year I'll still have the
opportunity to come to this event.
Q: what have you been busy with?
KHJ:
I've just released a new album in Japan, I've been busy with a series
of activities for new album. At the same time, I'm also shooting for the
new TV series.
Q: How do you feel on your great success on your new Japan Album?
KHJ:
Besides the new release of my new Japan album, in 2012 I also did an
Asian Tour to meet my Asian's fans. In 2013, I'll prepare my new album
and also world tour to reward my fans. This time round, it'll be a
better stage performance and greater effect to reward my fans, hope
you'll look forward to it.
Q: Why did you say earlier that you need to have a break during Chritmas?
KHJ:
So happened during this Christmas, I've no arranged schedule. That's
why I hope to travel with my friends, that is also why I said I need a
break. I'm sure Hong Kong fans have also planned their Christmas
celebration. This Christmas, I'll pass through my official website or
china's Weibo to tell you my recent news. Wish everyone Merry Christmas!
Q: what's your plan in 2013
KHJ:
I'll be very busy in 2013, first of all is the shooting of my new
drama, and also preparation for my new album, then it'll be my World
Tour, these few jobs are good enough to occupied me the whole year of
2013. But I'll still try my best to come to Hong Kong to meet my fans.
Hope to see you soon.
[Video]Kim Hyun Joong's Video Message for THE FACE SHOP CHINA and Youku Event
Credit: YOUKU
uploaded by: ShiningPolarStars
Hello everyone,I'm TFS's ambassador Kim Hyun Joong. In order to greet 2013, TFS will hold a promotion event which will cooperate with Youku (chinese 'youtube'), I hope you can join the event, Happy New Year to all of you!
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