140723 After School’s E-Young and Ka Eun and NU’EST’s Min Hyun Cameo on “Trot Lovers”

After School’s E-Young and Ka Eun, along with NU’EST’s Min Hyun, had a surprise cameo in KBS2′s Monday-Tuesday drama “Trot Lovers” (aka ”Lovers of Music“).

In episode 10 of “Lovers of Music” that broadcast on July 22, After School’s E-Young and Ka Eun, and NU’EST’s Min Hyun appeared on “Music Tank” ( a parody of KBS’ “Music Bank”) as the MCs.

E-Young, Ka Eun, and Min Hyun perfectly played the roles of MCs of a music program, leaving an impression with the viewers. As the three are actual singers, they portrayed the characteristics of a music program well, so their surprise appearance caught the attention of the viewers.

Meanwhile, the cameo that caught the most attention was Min Hyun’s, as NU’EST released their first official album, “NU’EST The First Album [Re:BIRTH],”and are promoting it actively.

140720 Uee Feels Sorry for Causing Others to Worry Over Her Injury on “Law of the Jungle: Indian Ocean”

After School‘s Uee has left a lasting impression on the viewers of “Law of the Jungle: Indian Ocean” with her courageous and considerate nature.

As previously reported, Uee was searching for food with the cast when she was hit by a large wave, causing her to fall down and hit her head against a rock. She suffered a head injury, and an open wound in her scalp begun bleeding heavily. Although she received first aid immediately after the accident, the deep cut caused others to constantly worry over Uee and her health.

Although the cast was surprised and worried over the sudden injury, Uee continued to smile and stayed strong even while receiving a shot to treat her wound. Feeling sorry for causing others to worry, Uee shed a few tears after returning to the base camp.

140720 Orange Caramel to make a surprise comeback this August

Orange Caramel is gearing up for another comeback this year.

According to an official from the music industry, Orange Caramel is working on a new song and preparing for their comeback which is set to be this August. They are already done discussing about the new concept and choreography and are currently progressing with the new music video.

Since Orange Caramel previously released “Catallena” last May and it achieved a great success so many fans are also very excited for this comeback.

140720 UEE gets injured on her head on “Laws of the Jungle”

On the latest episode of SBS ‘Law of Jungle in the Indian Ocean’ aired on July 18th, After School”s Uee got a major injury on her head and underwent an emergency surgery for the wound.
On that day, while ‘Byungman family’ (Kim Byung Man, Uee, Kim Seung Soo, Kang Ji Sub, Park Hee Soon, Niel, and James) were standing on the cliff to enjoy the view of a beautiful ocean, suddenly a big wave slammed onto the cliff made Uee fell down and her head hit the rock. The casts were shocked to find Uee lying unconscious and they stopped filming right away. 

After the doctor checked on her wound, Uee got stitches for her head and shoulder injury. James and Kang Ji Sub were moved to tears for worrying her.
In the interview after the accident, Uee showed tears saying “I felt as if I were floating in the air, and felt blank. It was fine to get wound, but I felt sorry for members worrying me. It feels bad to make people worry”.
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140721 ZE:A”s Hyungsik dishes on what it was like to kiss Kahi

 ZE:A“s Hyungsik talked about his romantic kiss scene with Kahi!

Acting together for the musical “Bonnie and Clyde“, the two idols portrayed a romantic love interest, but Hyungsik said that the romance didn”t manifest itself in real life. “Honestly, when I was doing it, I didn”t feel any emotion at all,” he said during an interview on “Section TV“.

“Instead of thinking about the kiss, I”m focused on thinking about what emotions I should portray, so I don”t have the time to think about anything else,” he said. “I just did my best.”

Despite his focus, however, Hyungsik revealed he still made mistakes! “Once, I was singing and I forgot my lyrics onstage. It”s a really huge mistake,” he said. “I got really punished for that backstage.”

140721 After School’s Nana Cries on “Roommate” Following Cast’s Encouraging Words

After School‘s Nana cried following a group discussion that happened on the recent episode of “Roommate.”

On that day, after dinner, fellow roommate of the show Jo Se Ho said “I’m both thankful and feel sorry for Nana because she really is delightful around us but it is being misrepresented to the audience and they feel like she is being impolite to us.”

Shin Sung Woo added, “Nana acts as the energy for us. Nana is so energetic. You are Roommate’s flower.” Jo Se Ho then said, “It’s because I like you…”

Following their comments, Nana cried and said, “Thank you so much.” Shin Sung Woo and Jo Se Ho replied, “You are so cute and so precious. We’ll act as better brothers for you from now on.”

140721 Nana makes a promise to viewers before bungee jumping on “Roommate”

After School“s Nana dished out her heart before jumping off a bungee tower on “Roommate“!

“I have something I want to say to our viewers,” she began, looking down from a dizzying height. “I”m always trying my hardest. It”s true that there have been misunderstandings and that they were my fault, so please look forward to a new beginning.”

Following this heart-to-heart, she made the viewers scream as she jumped from the top in what was both a metaphorical and physical leap!

140712 After School’s Uee Shows Her Pilates Workout on “Law of the Jungle”

The first episode of SBS’ variety show “Law of the Jungle’s” Indian Ocean special, featuring After School’s Uee, Teen Top’s Niel, Royal Pirates’ James, and more, was aired on July 11.

During the broadcast, Uee showed viewers a part of her everyday life and shared, “I don’t really know how to have fun on my days off, so I wake up around 6 AM and go to pilates at 7 AM.”

Then, Uee displayed how she goes about doing her pilates workout. She has been drawing attention for the way she successfully pulls off difficult pilates movements, as well as her extremely flexible and toned figure.

The After School member also made an honest confession, “When I have a schedule, I do it, but when I don’t [have a schedule], I really just stay at home. I don’t wash up for about two days and stay at home. I’m a homebody.”

140713 Orange Caramel performs on ‘Immortal Song 2′

Orange Caramel sang on July 12th episode of ‘Immortal Song 2.’

Netizens have positive reactions with what they saw, and root for their own idol. One complimented Lizzy and said, “Lizzy voice is lovely went rap and had her solo high notes :3 lov u lizzy”

140714 At 52 kgs, After School’s Nana Reveals She Has Gained Weight on “Roommate”

On the July 13 broadcast of the SBS variety program, “Roommate,” the roommates had the chance to step on the scale and reveal their weight.

After roommates Park Min Woo and Seo Kang Joon checked how they fared on the scale, comedian Jo Se Ho who couldn’t help but be curious of Nana‘s weight also asked the singer to step on the scale. “I gained some weight lately,” said theAfter School member as she stepped on the scale.

To the roommates’ surprise, Nana weighed a mere 52 kgs (115 lbs); however, the latter was disappointed to confirm her assumption that she gained weight. Park Bom chimed in, “I (weigh) more than that,” and suggested, “What shall we do if it goes past that (Nana’s weight)? Let’s have some sort of gift,” making the roommates laugh.

Meanwhile, Jo Se Ho who has started on his diet revealed that he weighs 85 kg. “I will lose 10 kg,” he promised.

140714 Find out Nana’s real weight on ‘Roommate’!

After School“s Nana is famous for her svelte figure, but how much does she tip the scales? Viewers got to find out on the latest episode of “Roommate“!

The roommates took turns measuring their weight. Nana was nervous before her turn, saying, “I”ve gained weight recently,” before stepping on the scale.

As she waited with bated breath, the scale returned a number of 52 kilograms – about 114 pounds. “I put on some weight,” she said, distressed.

However, fellow roommate Park Bom reassured her that it was normal. “I weigh above that,” she said, soothing the fellow idol.

What do you think – is that a healthy weight, or could Nana stand to lose or gain a couple pounds?

140712 UEE confesses to being a homebody on first episode of ‘Laws of the Jungle’s Indian Ocean edition

UEE revealed that she tended to stay home when she had no scheduled activities on the July 11 installment of SBS“s “Laws of the Jungle.”

In an interview with the production crew she said, “When I”m taking a break, I don”t know what to do to have fun. I wake up at six in the morning and go to pilates class at seven. If I have a set schedule, I just follow that schedule, but when there is no schedule, I just stay home. I just stay at home and wash up every two days; I”m somewhat of a.. a homebody?”

140711 Laws of the Jungle’s Niel, UEE, James, Park Hwi Sun and more hang out together

Seems like the cast of ‘Laws of the Jungle’ Indian Ocean Island are getting closer and even hang out together.

Teen Top Niel, After School UEE, Royal Pirates’ James, Park Hwi Sun, Kim Seung Soo, and Kang Ji Seob are seen dining out in group at Coreanos Kitchen.

Don’t forget to watch the first broadcast of their expedition tomorrow, July 11 at 10PM.

140711 Lizzy Takes A Picture With A Puppy In Her Practice Room

After School member Lizzy showed a photo she took with a dog in her practice room.

On July 8, Lizzy tweeted, “I”m hot and so is SsalDduk who is wearing a thick winter coat.”

In the three pictures Lizzy posted, Lizzy is wearing a black tanktop with a hat. The dog Lizzy took a picture with looked tired and hot eliciting laughter.

In response, people said, “Wow the doggy looks hot,” “Lizzy and the doggy are so cute,” and “Are you guys practicing for a song?”

Lizzy is currently actively performing with a unit group of After School, Orange Caramel with Nana and Raina.

140711 Orange Caramel reveal their initial thoughts on their unique group concept

It”s no question that After School”s sub-unit Orange Caramel has achieved success with their unique group concept, but the girls revealed that they took a risk in joining the group because of the chance of becoming a big failure.

During a recent filming of “M! Countdown“s “Girls, Girls, Girls” special, Orange Caramel were asked the question that has always been on fans” minds, “Your group color is very unique so did you sense that it would be a success from the start?”

Lizzy shared, “To be honest, we thought it would be either a “success or flop.” Either we release one album and quietly wrap up our [sub-unit] promotions or a lot of people like it. We thought there will be those who either love it or hate it.”

Raina also opened up about her hardship, “Although it was emotionally difficult to adjust to the [concept], now I am working harder than anyone else.” Nanaalso shared that it”s a relief that she took part in Orange Caramel, “I think it was good that we did it.”

140709 Uee Reveals Her New Nickname On ‘Rules Of The Jungle’

After School Uee revealed her new nickname.

At the SBS Mokdong parking lot, there was a special event for the Indian Ocean SBS “Rules of the Jungle.” Uee, Park Hwi Soon, TeenTop Niel, and Royal Pilots James attended the event.

Uee said, “I received a new nickname. It is not Bagle girl, but Beargle girl. I got used to the jungle so well that they called me Beargle girl.”

The girl Bagle girl was made for girls with baby faces but glamorous bodies. Beargle means bear and girl.

The summer special “Rules of the Jungle” will be on July 11.

140705 After School to share their beauty secrets through a special beauty class

After School will be holding a special beauty class!

The girls changed into beauty editors through their KBSW show “After School”s Beauty Bible“, and they”ve prepared a special beauty class! The class will be in lecture format, and it won”t be just the After School girls lecturing. They”re going to be working with experts in all aspects of beauty and talking about all the information they”ve been looking at through their show. Both the experts and the After School girls are going to be talking about their own know-hows and secrets to beauty.

All fans have to do is take a photo of a bus promoting show and tweet about it or post it on Facebook. Ten lucky fans will be able to bring a friend, and all 20 of the participants will be able to get gifts that are work 100,000 KRW (approximately $99 USD).

How would you like to get styling tips from After School?

140705 ‘Laws of the Jungle’ releases R-19 preview of Niel, UEE, and James in Indian Ocean Islands

You’re curious too, aren’t you?

It seems like the upcoming expedition in Indian Ocean Islands has turned ‘Laws of the Jungle’ into provocative yet hilarious show-off of its new members.

A preview released by SBS is surprisingly rated-19. They’ve just decided right because idol members Teen Top Niel, After School UEE, and Royal Pirates James have gone stripping for their first adventure.

The preview below won’t be enough so don’t miss the premiere broadcast of the new expedition on July 11 at 10PM.

140703 Ex-After School Members Kahi and Bekah Reunite for a Happy Photo

Solo star Kahi has posted a photograph with fellow former After School band mateBekah. The picture was uploaded to Kahi’s Instagram account on June 1 with the caption, “My Love. Finally we met. Love you forever.”

Bekah was one of the five original members of After School, along with Kahi, the former leader of the girl group. The group made their debut with the single album “New Schoolgirl” in January 2009, including the Brave Brothers-produced track “AH.”

In 2011, Bekah announced that she would be leaving the group in order to pursue a career in design, and moved to Hawaii. About a year later, Kahi also left the group, though she has continued to release music as a solo artist.

Kahi’s most recent release was the extended play “It’s Me,” while over a year has passed since After School had a hit with “First Love.”