120930 T-ara promotes "KPop Joint Live 2012" concert

The sweet girls of T-ara greet their Japanese fans and promote the 2012 KPop Joint Live concert,check out their video message below

121001 T-ara's Qri shares Chuseok selca

T-ara's Qri updates her Cyworld with a new selca.

She mentioned,"Have a Happy Chuseok with your family".

She is seen posing cutely in the photo above,carving a sweet smile.

Like her pretty selca?

121001 T-ara thanks fans for their 1st anniversary in Japan

Girl group T-ara has released a special video to celebrate their first debut anniversary in Japan. The girls recorded a video message, thanking their Japanese fans for their continuous support.

In addition, T-ara is set to release a “Best” album compilation in Japan on October 10th to celebrate their anniversary. The album will include their debut song in Japan, “Bo Beep” and other hits such as “Roly Poly”, “Lovey Dovey” and also their collaboration track with Supernova, “Time to Love” and “TTL 2”.

Watch the video below:

120928 T-ARA Releases "Sexy Love" Cover Dance Version MV

T-ARA releases a different version of "Sexy Love."

Today, a cover dance version of T-ARA's "Sexy Love" was revealed. This video features fans from all over the world dancing to "Sexy Love." T-ARA's agency commented, "We wanted to thank all the fans who have supported us by making this new version."

T-ARA's "Sexy Love" has a drama, dance, robot dance, Tokyo, making and cover dance version. Each version has its own unique style.

On the other hand, T-ARA's Hong Kong showcase on September 18 was a success with 3,000 fans. They will be going to Malaysia next to meet with 4,300 fans on October 3.

120926 T-ara sells out Malaysia showcase tickets

Tickets for T-ara’s upcoming showcase in Malaysia were all sold out.

T-ara is scheduled to hold a showcase at a concert venue located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The venue has made 4300 seats available and all tickets have been sold out, proving the group’s popularity in the country.

The showcase officials commented that because of the hot reaction from T-ara fans, they are considering increasing the seats to 5,000.

T-ara will be spreading their promotion to Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia over the time, and they are planning to travel around for concerts until early next year. From late 2013, they will be presenting full concerts instead of showcase.


Source: Nate

120926 After Hong Kong showcase, T-ara's Malaysian showcase sells out at record speed

 
After selling out their Hong Kong showcase, T-ara's Malaysian showcase sold out at a record speed.

T-ara stood in front of 3,000 fans at their successful Hong Kong showcase on the 18th and on October 3rd, over Chuseok holiday, T-ara will be in Malaysia for their Malaysian showcase.

T-ara will hold a showcase in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, and all 4,300 seats were sold out. The showcase officials commented that because of the hot reaction from T-ara fans, they are considering increasing the seats to 5,000.

T-ara plan to go on an Asian showcase tour early next year until the middle of the year. They will go to Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia. In the second half of 2013, they plan to go back and hold full-scale concerts instead of showcases.


Source: http://news.nate.com.../20120925n26458
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

120927 T-ara's Ham Eunjung suing SBS "Five Fingers" producers for 140 million won

 
T-ara's Ham Eunjung has filed a lawsuit against the SBS drama "Five Fingers" producers after she was removed from her lead role in the drama.

Ham Eunjung's law agency representing her filed a lawsuit for 140 million won (approx ~$125,000 USD) against the drama producers of "Five Fingers" at the Seoul Central District Court.

After appearing at a press conference for the drama "Five Fingers", Eunjung was suddenly removed from the cast.


Source: http://m.media.daum....120927122506767
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

120926 T-ara’s full PV for “Day by Day” revealed

After the release of the short preview, T-ara‘s full PV for their Japanese version of “Day by Day” has been revealed.

The PV features scenes from the drama version of the Korean music video plus new individual shots of the members as well.

Wanna WAtch? click here

120925 T-ara releases preview for Japanese “Day By Day”

Currently busy with their “Sexy Love” comeback, girl group T-ara will be moving forward with another promotions by releasing a Japanese version of their previous hit track, “Day By Day”.

On September 25th, EMI Music Japan revealed a short preview for T-ara’s upcoming release, giving fans a sneak peak of “Day By Day” Japanese version music video. The single will be released on September 26th.

120923 T-ara's airport fashion

T-ara left Korea earlier today for their schedules in Japan,check out the photos of the girls at the airport.

Whose airport fashion is your favorite?

120917 T-ara Looks Completely Exhausted at Incheon International Airport

T-ara was spotted at the Incheon International Airport before heading to its first Hong Kong showcase on September 17.

The members will be holding a special showcase in front of 3000 fans on September 18. They will also be interviewed by Hong Kong TV.

Unfortunately, Korea has been hit with some terrible weather - and the T-ara members had to suffer through it.

 

120919 Former T-ara Member, Hwa Young, Makes Appearance at SISTAR Concert

Fans, Hwa Young, will be happy to know the former T-ara member is doing well and was recently spotted attending one of her best friend’s concert.

On the September 17 broadcast of Y-STAR’s Live Star News, the show was able to spot Hwa Young at the SISTAR concert.

Hwa Young, who is close friends with SISTAR’s Dasom, was seen wearing glasses and little makeup at the September 15 SISTAR concert. The cameras followed her after the concert where she greeted the cameras but avoided a question asking if she wanted to return to the stage.


She lastly added, “I’m doing well. I will contact you soon. Thank you,” before leaving the scene.

Watch the video below:

120921 T-ara to spend Chuseok in Malaysia with 4,300 fans

Recently, girl group T-ara held their first showcase in Hong Kong with overwhelming success, attracting over 3,000 fans.

Riding on this success, the ladies of T-ara have given up their Chuseok holiday to hold a showcase with their Malaysian fans on October 3rd. The showcase will be held at a theater in Kuala Lumpur that seats 4,300 people. After the Malaysian showcase, the group will continue into Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia to expand their Asian promotional activities until the early half of next year.

T-ara has so far had a successful string of overseas activities. In Japan, the group completed a successful tour in 6 different cities, including one held at the famed Tokyo Budokan.

120920 T-ara to hold various concerts across Asia next year

Despite controversies, T-ara has resumed activities as a girl group not only in Korea, but in the whole Asian market.

On the 20th after completing their first showcase in Hong Kong, officials from Hong Kong suggested that T-ara have a large-scale concert with 15,000 seats next time.

On the 18th, T-ara met 3,000 local Hong Kong fans with their showcase at Star Hall. All 3,000 seats were sold out but it was reported than over 500 fans showed up outside the venue who were unable to get tickets and singed and danced along during the showcase.

An official said, "There was a bigger reaction than expected. There are requests coming in and we're currently talking about having a solo concert for them next year on an outdoor stage."

After the lively reaction from Hong Kong fans, T-ara are confident to spread out in the Asian market. After their Hong Kong performance, T-ara has big plans for next year.

The official said, "Compared to other idol groups, T-ara has a lot of diversity in their music which is a big advantage for them because it helped develop a large fanbase for them in Southeast Asia. Their likelihood of success in Asia is good and there are plans to go to Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines next year but starting with promotions in Japan. We want to aim for an Asian version of a World tour.

2NE1 held a world tour in 10 different cities across seven different countries and SNSD and Wonder Girls have also held concerts across Asia, the Americas and Europe. T-ara is the next girl group who can possibly accomplish this and will begin with the Asian market.

T-ara returned to Korea on the 19th through Incheon International Airport and will continue to promote "Sexy Love" through music shows this week.

Source: http://news.nate.com.../20120920n03235
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Diadem

120918 700 fans greet T-ara at airport before Hong Kong showcase

As reported earlier, T-ara will be holding their showcase in Hong Kong, and to greet their arrival, 700 fans are said to have gathered to show their support at the airport.

Arriving at Hong Kong, it was said that the girls had no choice but to use a separate exit to leave the airport as fans crowded the area to see the girls arrive on September 17th.

The girls will be holding their event at 8 PM local time on the 18th at Star Hall, and are reported to have sold out all 3,000 seats available.

In related news, T-ara is said to have received 700 million KRW (~616,230 USD) in guarantee money for this event, and recently rejected VVIP treatment offered by promoters in Hong Kong.

Source + Image: Starin via Nate, Ajunews

120809 Hyoyoung tweets adorable selcas with Hwayoung!

5dolls' Hyoyoung updated her Twitter on 9th August with some new selcas.

She is seen posing cutely with her twin sister in the photos above,the girls pose and have some cute interactions in these photos.

Besides,she also uploaded pretty selcas as shown below,it's great to see the siblings having some good time together.

120917 T-aragreet Thai fans for ‘M Countdown Smile Thailand Tour’

Mnet will be taking your favorite K-pop idols to Thailand for the upcoming ‘One Asia Tour 2012 M Countdown Smile Thailand Tour’. Some of the confirmed groups including T-ara, KARA and B.A.P released a greetings video for Thai fans.

‘One Asia Tour 2012 M Countdown Smile Thailand Tour’ will be held at the Rajamangala Stadium on October 4th. This large-scale event will be Mnet’s second global tour after ‘M! Countdown Hello Japan’ in Saitama Super Arena in Japan last April.

Other confirmed lineup includes Super Junior, SISTAR, INFINITE and more.

120916 T-ara declines VVIP treatment in Hongkong

On September 17, girl group T-ara will leave for Hongkong.

T-ara will depart at 9:00PM in Korea and expected to arrive in Hongkong on 18th for their showcase that will be conducted at Star Hall.

Hongkong concert officials offered that T-ara will get VVIP treatment while they are staying there, such as using one car per member. (Cars like Lamborghinis, Mercedes-Benz, Rolls Royces and Ferrari are provided)

On behalf of the group, the agency said, "We do appreciate the offer of receiving best service but we prefer going together with the staff using buses instead of luxurious wheels."

T-ara will perform seven of their hit songs on their sold out showcase in Hongkong such as
"Bo Peep Bo Peep", "Roly-Poly", "Lovey-Dovey", "Day by Day", "Wae Ireoni", "I Go Crazy Because of You" and their new song "Sexy Love".

Moreover, T-ara will receive worth "$700,000" service while in Hongkong and will take the opportunity to promote their group by appearing on TV and take part in interviews.

Source: Nate
Written by KYUriShana@dkpopnews.net

120915 Female celebrities rock summer fashion at airport

The summer season is in full heat and female celebrities are dressing accordingly in their own fashion style. Recently, a compilation of female celebrities rocking out their airport fashion was shared showing their own tastes in clothes and style.

Han Ga In, Victoria of f(x) and Jungah of After School went for the maxi style and wore long and flowy clothes with matching sneakers or rubber shoes. The girls looked comfortable and ready to go in their outfits.

SNSD's Jessica, Lizzy and Gaeun of After School went for the simple yet loud with colors skinny jeans and a simple white or light colored top. Jessica wore a floral print skinny jeans that is feminine and light in the eyes perfect for the warm weather and paired it with simple white shirt and shoes. Lizzy and Gaeun opted for neon colored skinny jeans for a dash of color with neutral colored shirts.

Park Ha Sun, Qri of T-ara and Son Dam Bi sported the "missing underpants" fashion style. They wore over sized and long top's paired with denim hot pants and matching shoes. Their outfit is quite appropriate for the summer weather and they showed off their slender legs as well.

f(x)'s Victoria once again, E-young of After School and Taeyeon of SNSD rocked the hot pants fashion. The girls wore shorts and simple tops and shoes which was comfortable and easy to go in the airport as well as to the hot summer weather.

What do you think? which female celebrity rocked the best summer fashion style?

Source: Nate
Written by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net

120914 T-ara to release a limited edition Europe-special photo album

As mentioned previously, girl group T-ara will soon be releasing their photos taken in Europe.

More details have been revealed since the prior announcement. It is now said that 7,000 copies of T-ara’s special photo albums produced as ‘Part 1. ITALY‘, and ‘Part. 2 PARIS & SWITZ‘ and will be released as limited editions.




Until now, T-ara has traveled to France, Italy, and Switzerland and taken unique photos during their journey, and the girls themselves have personally participated in the planning and directing of this album.

Like reported earlier, the limited edition Europe photo album will also consist of the group’s best tracks from the first album until now.

This photo album is also T-ara’s way of giving back to their fans to have shown them love and support, and overseas fans are showing their explosive interest in obtaining a copy.

Check out a few photos below, and more photos in the previous article here.

 

120915 T-ara to release “Sexy Love” in Japan in November

via tokyohive

T-ARA will be releasing a new single “Sexy Love (Japanese ver.)” on November 14th. This is one of the first releases for the girls in Japan after the addition of a new member and Hwayoung’s leave.

“Sexy Love” was released in Korea on September 3rd with their album “Mirage”, and the girls are currently promoting the track in Korea. The girls have decided to release the track quickly in Japan as a surprise present for their Japanese fans.

“Sexy Love” was created by hit maker S.tiger, who was also in charge of “Bo Peep Bo Peep”, “Roly-Poly”, and “Lovey-Dovey”. The track is an addictive electronic club dance track. As T-ARA is also known for their fun choreography, this track is no different as they show off their pantomime choreography and the ‘robot dance’.

The single will be released in three formats: Limited Edition Type A, Limited Edition Type B, and Regular Edition. Each single will have a different coupling track.

–

[Limited Edition Type A]

- CD + DVD

- One random trading card out of 8

(CD)

1. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.)

2. Bye Bye (Japanese ver.)

3. Sexy Love (Inst.)

4. Bye Bye (Inst.)

(DVD) ※The contents are tentative

1. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.) Music Video

2. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.) Music Video Making

–

[Limited Edition Type B]

- CD+DVD

- One random trading card out of 8

(CD)

1. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.)

2. Hajimete no You ni (Japanese ver.)

3. Sexy Love (Inst.)

4. Hajimete no You ni (Inst.)

(DVD) ※The contents are tentative

1. DAY BY DAY (Japanese ver.) Music Video

2. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.) Music Video Dance future ver.

–

[Regular Edition]

- CD only

- One random trading card out of 8

(CD)

1. Sexy Love (Japanese ver.)

2. DAY BY DAY (Japanese ver.)

3. Sexy Love (Inst.)

4. DAY BY DAY (Inst.)

==

Source: T-ARA’s Official Website

120913 Hwayoung and Hyoyoung went to a music practice studio

Last month on the 14th, "Dispatch" caught Hwayoung going to a music practice studio. She was also with her twin sister, Hyoyoung, member of 5dolls. The girls had umbrellas because it was a rainy day, but Hwayoung and Hyoyoung were at a music academy located in Nonhyeon-dong.

Both of them looked relaxed wearing shorts and short sleeves. Attention was on Hwayoung's ankle, which was missing it's bandage. She looked fully recovered from her leg injury. After a 2-hour practice, the girls went home.

On the phone with a reporter, Hwayoung said she is continuously and steadily studying music but lacks a lot still. She said she's putting in a lot of effort and will begin to practice harder.

Source: http://news.nate.com.../20120911n16205
Translated by: Nathaniel @ Core Clique

120912 Which girl group maknae has the sexiest figure?

Ever wondered who is the k-pop girl group maknaes who has the sexiest figures? Well, your not alone.

Recently, an online poll gathered the youngest members of girl groups who have stunning s-line figure. The poll had 8 maknaes who they think have the sexiest s-line figures in the industry and they are SNSD's Seohyun, f(x)'s Sulli, Wonder Girl's Sohee, T-ara's Areum, 2ne1's Minji, After School's Lizzy, 4minute's Sohyun and KARA's Kang Jiyoung.

These girls are the youngest in their respective group but they possess a mature figure for their age giving them an edge on their charismatic and sexy image.

Netizens commented, "Wow, the youngest and already has a mature figure", "T-ara's Areum was very unexpectedly sexy despite being so young", "Talented, young and pretty, jackpot".

Source: Nate
Written by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net

120911 T-ara to release a special limited edition photo album

T-ara will be releasing a special limited edition album with a 200 page pictorial, and ahead of its release, several photos were revealed providing a preview of what to expect.

The photos were taken in Venice and Switzerland and capture beautiful candid moments of the girls. The photo album is said to have gained immense interest, recording 65,000 pre-orders from overseas. However, there will only be 7,000 copies released as it is limited edition.

Although the production cost of the limited edition photo album cost about 39,000 won per copy (about $34), the album will be sold at 17,000 won (about $15) as a special treat for their fans.

The album contains 200 pages of images from their previous trip in Europe, in addition to their many hit songs.

The album will go on sale starting on September 25th. You can also check out some of the other photos released earlier this year here.