130531 After School Releases More Individual Teaser Photos with a Different Concept

After School continues the current K-Pop trend of releasing two different styles of teaser photos by releasing a second set of individual member teaser photos that are relatively brighter and more innocent than the first set which showed the members looking a little more sassy and sexy.

This set shows all the members dressed in white, giving a softer and yet seductive look to the camera, and this time, each member gets their own individual photo.

 

130531 After School's Nana and Jungah Show Off Their Sexy Back!

Who has the sexier back, or better legs? After School’s Nana and Jungah recently showed off their toned legs and beautiful bodies. On May 29, the After School member Ga Eun tweeted, “I bought snacks for my unnis so that they would be able to keep the heat up when they are practicing. I love you. I will practice very hard today too. Bbashya!” (Bbashya is similar to the Korean expression “Fighting!”)

The picture shows Nana and Jungah in their training gear. They are shown buying drinks and returning to their dormitory.

Netizens that have come across the picture stated, “I am envious of Nana and Jung Ah’s backline,” “Even in training gear the two look beautiful,” and “Looking at their backlines, makes me want to diet.”

Currently, through their official Facebook page, After School is running their comeback event which is titled “WHAT’S NEXT.”

130530 After School Transforms into a ‘Bad Girl?’ Rebellious Teaser Photos Revealed

After School Transforms into a 'Bad Girl?' Rebellious Teaser Photos Revealed

Group After School revealed their rebellious concept teaser images online.

Pledis revealed members Jungah, Lizzy and Gaeun’s teaser photos online.

The photos revealed a sexy and open image as they made rebellious poses.

Leader Jungah gained much attention for her dark and sexy image.

Their agency stated that the group had prepared a lot of new concepts and styles for their comeback.

130529 Kahi Appears at "USC Global Conference 2013" to Talk About K-Pop Industry

Kahi showed off her prowess as an intellectual and expert of K-Pop!

On May 25, Kahi appeared at the “USC Global Conference 2013” to represent K-Pop. She spoke during the segment titled “Pop Goes Korea: Exploring the Worldwide Phenomenon of Korean Pop Culture.” Kahi spoke about how she got interested in music, and what she feels about the Korean music industry. She spoke with her professional expertise gained through years of experience in the K-Pop industry.

Kahi stated that the Korean music industry does not have a good environment for artists to pursue music activities. She also stated that K-Pop still has a lot of room to improve.

Currently Kahi is appearing on MBC Music’s “Son Dam Bi’s Beautiful Days” withSon Dam Bi.

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130530 After School to Return with a Spectacular Las Vegas-like Performance

After School is returning with the promise that the comeback will be an amazing show.

On May 30, After School unveiled its first teaser photo, showing the members wearing black and white, showing off their toned legs and spunky hairstyles.

Pledis Entertainment stated that After School is currently preparing a performance that will leave a lasting impression. “With a charming and mystical image, we plan on making everyone completely immersed. It’ll become impossible not to look at, like watching a Las Vegas show.”

After School has been known for its unique styles, having added drumline and tap dancing to its performances, catching attention and earning praise for the members’ dedication to practice.

After School will be returning on June 13 with its sixth maxi single.

Photo Credit: Pledis Entertainment

130528 After School Juyeon-Lizzy Reveal Self-Cam, ‘See You on June 12′

After School Juyeon-Lizzy Reveal Self-Cam, 'See You on June 12'

After School members Juyeon and Lizzy revealed a cute self-cam picture online.

Today Lizzy posted on their Facebook, “Our love forever. See you on June 12,” along with a photo.

In the photo, the two are hugging one another while posing for the camera. Their closeness makes them look like sisters.

Internet users commented, “Can’t wait for their comeback” and “They really do look like sisters.”

On the other hand, After School will be coming back this June.

130527 After School Uee’s Self-Camera Habit, ‘V’ Reflex When Taking Pictures

‘Barefeet Friends’ Uee revealed her self-camera habit.

In SBS “Barefoot Friends” aired today, the Indonesia episode continued from last week.

Before going back to Korea, the members had to take a picture at the market together and come back within 100 seconds. At the hurry, the male members said, “We’re going to run really fast so you better watch out, camera staff members.”

In the first picture, Uee’s usual self-camera taking habits came out, arousing laughter. But in pictures to come after this one, she was making a ‘V’ in all of them.

Photo Credit: SBS

130526 After School Nana, Huge Bruises On Legs? ‘Why?’

Group After School’s member Nana’s bruises picture is arousing much curiosity and issue online.

In recent online community forum, several picturs of Nana at an event were posted under ‘Nana huge bruises on legs!! Maybe…?’ Many others have also witnessed the bruises themselves and added onto the issue.

In the pictures, Nana is in the outfit for Orange Caramel while dancing on stage, where big bruise marks her thigh and knees.

Internet users said, “I’m sure it’s because she got hurt” and “No way, she would have covered the bruise marks if that was the case.”

As Nana is in charge of ‘body’ for After School, it seems that this issue will continue to grow for a while.

Photo Credit: Online Community

130527 After School Powers Up for June Single Album Release

Pledis Entertainment announced today, May 27, that group After School will be returning to the music scene June 13 with a new single album titled, “Max! i Single.” It has been eleven months since the group’s last album, “Flashback.”

After School is well-known for its spectacular and difficult performances, as exemplified by the introduction choreography for the previous singles “Bang” and “Shampoo.” Pledis Entertainment is promising an even more powerful performance with the new single, stating, “The members practiced for a long time to create a more artistic and shocking performance.” The agency continued, “The members are currently still practicing hard to show a perfect and spectacular performance that cannot easily be copied.”

Can’t wait for June 13!

130524 MBLAQ's G.O Playfully Says After School's Jooyeon Has a Personality Disorder

MBLAQ‘s G.O recently revealed After School Jooyeon‘s true personality.

On May 22, the press conference for KBS 2TV’s “Couple Clinic – Love and War 2 – Idol Special Part 2” was held where G.O spoke about Jooyeon’s true personality.

Out of the many topics discussed on this day, G.O displayed his close friendship with Jooyeon. He playfully said, “Jooyeon and I are the same age and she’s very capricious to the point where she could have a personality disorder,” and “She is perfect for ‘Love and War.’ I recommend her.”

As soon as G.O said those words, Jooyeon’s true personality became a top searched keyword on various portals.

Meanwhile, the “Love and War 2 – Idol Special Part 2″ that stars Jooyeon, G.O andRainbow‘s Go Woori will air on May 24.

130522 Uee Shows Off Sexy Tanned Legs in "Vogue Girl" Pictorial

Many fans love Uee for her sweet personality, good looks and her multiple talents in singing, dancing and acting. But fans can’t leave out one of Uee’s best traits: her legs.

After School‘s Uee posed for the recent edition of “Vogue Girl” where she donned a multitude of colorful and trendy outfits for the upcoming summer.

Uee displays her long and lean legs in this photo shoot and is especially garnering attention for having a nice tan, which fans presume is from the SBS “Barefoot Friends” show.

Uee sports a variety of funky and trendy items with eye-popping neon colors, which is a perfect reminder for the edging summer season. Uee perfectly pulls off each outfit in a cool and refreshing way, which makes you want to leave for vacation right away!

Uee also posed with the flower boy model Kang Chul Woong, who is also rising in popularity.

This photo shoot of Uee can be found in the June issue of “Vogue Girl.”

130520 What Does Uee Look Like Right After She Wakes Up?

Once again, After School’s Uee showed off her natural beauty through her bare face! On the episode of SBS’ “Barefoot Friends” broadcast on May 19, the celebrities that make an appearance talked about the hardships of the “Indonesian Self-Sufficiency Trip.”

The production team of the show began to awake the members of “Barefoot Friends” who had just gone through their busy schedules. When Uee was woken up she could barely open her eyes. Uee showed her bare face that was slightly swollen.

Netizens that came across Uee’s bare face stated, “Uee’s bare face is good enough to be shown on television,” “I am so surprised at Uee’s bare face,” and “She really had good skin. There is a reason that Uee’s bare face continues to be revealed on this broadcast.”

This is not the first time that Uee has appeared on “Barefoot Friends” showing her bare face. She is certainly a natural beauty with lots of confidence!

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130520 After School’s Lizzy Was a Backup Dancer Before Debut?

Lizzy, from girl group After School, is drawing public attention for her hidden past.

Recently, an online community bulletin posted several pictures of the singer under the title “After School’s Lizzy- a past fans don’t really know.”

The pictures were from 2009 at MBC’s “Gayo Daejun.” She was 17 years old (western age) and was one of a few backup dancers for Son Dam Bi’s special stage at the festival. Known and well-loved for her sweet image and country dialect, this is news to many of her casual fans.

Some of the netizens commented, “Can’t even imagine,” “She’s so cute,” “A past that even fans don’t know,” “She looks better than I thought,” and “She’s really scary.”

130520 After School’s Jooyeon is a ‘Monstar’ with a biological clock that’s ticking backwards?

After School‘s Jooyeon went back in time as a student for her cameo in ‘Monstar‘ and left fans in awe at her age defying beauty.

Jooyeon made a cameo in the new drama ‘Monstar’ as a popular actress. Upon seeing BTS photos of Jooyeon donning a school uniform on set, netizens uncovered a screen capture of the singer’s featuring in a CF ten years ago. The side-by-side comparison photos left fans in disbelief at how her face hasn’t changed much over the years.

Netizens commented, “She looks exactly like she did ten years ago”, “Tell us your secrets to age defying beauty”, and “It seems like her biological clock is ticking backwards.”

130520 UEE and Kim Hyun Joong parody ?Wind Blows in Winter? on ?Barefoot Friends?

The resident actor and actress on SBS’s ‘Barefoot Friends’ stepped into impromptu roles in a parody of ‘Wind Blows in Winter’ on the latest episode.

Traveling to Indonesia, the newest broadcast found the cast and crew given the mission, once again, to survive for 24 hours in the foreign country based on only what they could provide for themselves as a normal, everyday person.

Egged on by Kang Ho Dong and Yoon Jong Shin, UEE and Kim Hyun Joong ended up working together – providing the small screen with a beauty ratio that was simply out of this world.

Taking advantage of the unique opportunity, Kang Ho Dong told them, “The two of you look like a painting. We’ll get out of the way” – secretly letting them do all the work.

Motivations aside, UEE and Kim Hyun Joong soon found themselves engrossed in the job at hand, segueing into a parody of the SBS drama, ‘Work Blows in Winter’.

“I have a lot of money, but I came here to help oppa,” UEE told him. “If you have a lot of money, give me some. Please stop this,” Kim Hyun Joong replied in a drama tone.

130516 Kahi Never Forgets to Be Fashionable Even When Grocery Shopping

On May 14, Ex-After School member Kahi uploaded a photo on her blog along with the message, “What do you think of my grocery shopping style?”

In the picture is Kahi showing off her chic fashion sense. She is wearing a white see-through top and a pair of uniquely patterned wide pants. Kahi looks beautiful as she poses for the camera.

This photo was taken when she visited Philippine for the filming of MBC Music channel’s “Son Dam Bi’s Beautiful Days.”

Netizens that saw this picture commented, “Only Kahi can pull off this kind of fashion,” “I think this outfit works for her because she is tall,” “Love the see-through look,” and “She has such a tiny waist.”

130515 Former After School Leader and Kpop Solo Artist Kahi Shows Unique See-Through Style

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Singer Kahi revealed a unique see-through fashion.

Today, Kahi posted on her blog, “How’s the market fashion style?” along with a picture.

In the picture, Kahi who visited Cebu to film for MBC music “Son Dam Bi’s Beautiful Days” is shown. In the picture, she is revealing a unique see-through fashion style.

Internet users who saw this commented, “What a fashionista,” “I’m so jealous,” and “Have a good time!”

Kahi is currently an MC with Son Dam Bi for “Son Dam Bi’s Beautiful Days.”

Photo Credit: Kahi Blog

130511 10cm sticks with Orange Caramel

Acoustic band 10cm collaborated with girl group Orange Caramel to recreate one of its hit songs “Hug Song”.

The song, released yesterday, has more string-based sounds with a faster beat. On top of that, the girl group members’ lovely voices ask for hugs, giving the song a heart-warming touch.

This collaboration is part of a project named “Re;code” by Loen Entertainment, which encourages talented but lesser-known artists to work with more mainstream stars.

So far many idol group members have collaborated with singer-songwriters.

Geeks, best known for its recent collaboration with Ailee on “Wash Away”, was the first one to work with Soyu of Sistar on the project. The remake of its hit song “Officially Missing You” to “Officially Missing You, Too” was widely loved by fans here as the boy duo’s rap created a harmony with Soyu’s feminine voice.

Last month, modern rock band Daybreak released “Love Actually” with girl group Sunny Hill.

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130511 Orange Caramel, Cute Group Picture “‘Hug Me’ Released”

Girl group After School’s unit group Orange Caramel revealed a group picture.

Today, Nana posted on her Me2day, “The album ‘Hug Me’ of Orange Caramel and 10cm in collaboration that we had so much fun making is finally released. Everyone go listen. Our Lizzy exploded in cuteness again. Hug me~ Hug me~ After School has been getting busier and busier with comeback preparation but we will meet soon so you have to wait” along with a picture.

In the picture, Lizzy, Reina, and Nana are looking at the camera.

Internet users who saw this commented, “They’re still so pretty,” “I like seeing the three of them together,” “So cute,” and “I like the song.”

Photo Credit: Nana Me2day

130512 After School’s Lizzy jokes about her declining popularity

After School and Orange Caramel‘s Lizzy regretfully recounted how far she had fallen over the past year.

During a recent appearance on SBS‘s ‘1000 Song Challenge‘, Lizzy revealed that her popularity just wasn’t what it once was. MC Lee Hwi Jae noted, “I told Lizzy that she got prettier, but she told me that her popularity had vanished.”

Co-host Jang Yoon Jung asked Lizzy for the reason behind her surprising remark. She answered, “Even last year, I kept getting calls from boys, but once the new year began, I haven’t gotten any.”

When asked if she ever regretted being so aloof back then, Lizzy shook her head, saying, “No, I don’t regret it. I still want to keep working … so far.”

130512 After Schools Kahi and Son Dambi are in the Philippines!

After School‘s former leader, Kahi and Son Dambi announced yesterday in their official Instagram account that they have arrived in Cebu, Philippines. These two gorgeous ladies informed their followers that they are in the Philippines for a shooting for “Beautiful Days”. There’s no information yet on how long they will stay but they have already expressed their excitement as this is their first time in the country.

A while ago, Kahi had uploaded photos of herself exploring the beach and Son Dambi uploaded a photo stating that she’s also planning on going out to explore the place.

130512 ‘Barefeet Friends’ Uee, “Because of Food… My Ideal Guy Changed To Kim Hyun Joong”

Girl group After School’s member Uee chose Kim Hyun Joong as her ideal guy type.

In SBS “Barefeet Friends” aired today, members Kang Ho Dong, Yoon Jong Shin, Kim Bum Soo, Kim Hyun Joong, Eunhyuk, Uee, and Yoo Sae Yoon in Indonesia were shown.

On this day, all members earned money through carrying stuff to the marketplace, and Kim Hyun Joong earned the most. So all the members had to kiss up to him in order to get food. At this, Uee said, “As I joined ‘Barefeet Friends,’ my ideal guy type changed.”

At this, Kim Hyun Joong said, “Uee pass,” giving her money.

Photo Credit: SBS

130510 actress Uee attends the 49th Baeksang Arts Awards at Kyunghee University in Seoul

Singer and actress Uee attends the 49th Baeksang Arts Awards at Kyunghee University in Seoul on Thursday.