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[TRANS] 110819 Dongho’s Black vs Blonde Hair

Idols Black vs Blonde hair, which is more attractive?

Blonde-coloured hair is worth trying once. In more recent years, idol groups have been frequently sporting the hair colour to be more eye catching and create a strong, cool image. So which one is the better one, the bright & fresh blonde or the dark & mysterious pitch black?

Recently, online communities have been intensely discussing and comparing several different idol group members.
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Idol group U-Kiss’ Dongho made a transformation, in one of U-Kiss’ (older) album concepts, from black to blonde hair. He commented that his blonde hairstyle had erased his cute image and created a manlier image for him.
What do you think about blonde/black hairstyles? Which do you think looks better on Dongho?

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[TRANS] 110705 U-Kiss @ Epop Magazine

For the time being. U-Kiss is very busy promoting their album in Asian countries. If they could go on a holiday for a month, what would they wanna do? If it was the end of the world, what would they do?

 

Question: If you could go on a vacation for a month, what would you do?
Kevin: A month?…hmmm..what to do?
Eli: I’ll go visit my family in America.
Kevin: Watch NBC too? (The National Broadcasting Company)
Eli: Yup!
AJ: A month? Hmmm….. I wanna go backpacking in Australia. I wanna go to a lot of places there
Kevin: I wanna go to New York!
Kiseop: I wanna go to the beach!
Kevin: You wanna on a vacation for a month at a beach?! ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Dongho: I wanna sleep for a month!
Eli & Kevin: Dongho wants to hibernate, haha!
Hoon: I wanna visit my hometown in Namgyangju
Soohyun: Hmmm….I wanna go to Jeju Island with the members ^^
U-Kiss: (chatter) No~ thanks!
Question: A week before the end of the world, what would you do?
Hoon: I wanna be with the one I love
Kevin: I wanna be with my family
Eli: Hmmm…. I’LL SAVE THIS WORLD, Haha!
AJ: That’s not realistic!
Kiseop: I wanna go home and be with my family
Soohyun: I wanna visit all the Kiss Me in the world!
AJ: The Kiss Mes dont wanna see you!
Dongho: I wanna spend all my savings money.
U-Kiss: For what?
Dongho: Charity!
AJ: I’ll leave Earth ! ㅋㅋ
Question: If you would publish an autobiography of a member, who would you choose?
Soohyun: I choose myself! ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Kevin: Why?
Soohyun: I change my answer… should I choose Kiseop? Or Kevin? Hmm, I’’ll choose Kevin instead since he lived in San Francisco. I wanna travel to San Francisco and visit Kevin’s family over there
Kiseop: I choose Eli~ I wanna get to know Eli more since he’s lived in China and America
Eli: Hmm… Soohyun hyung. I wanna know the hardships he went through before debuting as an artist
AJ: I’d pull out! I dont wanna be a director ! ㅋㅋ
Kevin: Dongho! I wanna know every single thing about being in middle school and high school!
Hoon: AJ, because he went overseas to study all alone. He’s also very smart and he knows how to speak English well. I wanna know how he learned.
Eli: That’s true~! A while ago, I couldn’t get in touch with AJ. A month later, I bumped into him. Turns out, he turned off his handphone the whole time while studying overseas.
Question: If you guys turned into girls, which member would you pick as girlfriends?
Soohyun: (puts on a hopeful expression so Kevin would pick him) Kevin, you choose first.
Kevin: Soohyun! Because hes really good to every girl.
Soohyun: Good! Haha!
Soohyun: Kiseop? No, I choose Hoon because hes very nice and he has a sexy body. Other than that, hes also very athletic. Now I feel like singing a song to him. I hope I can marry a girl like her! (if Hoon was a girl)
AJ: I also choose Hoon!
Hoon: Wae?!
AJ: Haha, because you’re very passionate and you know how to take care of a girl! (AJ misunderstood the question and he thought if he was the girl who would he choose)
Eli: I choose Kiseop! Haha, Kiseop is such a nice person. Also, if I marry a guy like him, I would be very happy. I also wouldn’t need to spend a penny of my money because he will shower me with gifts
Kiseop: I choose. Kevin! Because hes a very honest, hardworking and innocent person!
Kevin: Thank you!
Dongho: I choose myself because I understand myself the most ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Hoon: If I had to choose between Eli and Kiseop… I’d choose Eli because hes a caring person who’s commited!
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[TRANS] 110624 U-Kiss @ Junior Magazine

Animal Test 1: The members had to choose an animal that they think will send good future messages. They also chose an animal that is most likely to tell bad news. The choices: tigerdog,lambparrot, and turtle.
Animal Test 2: From the choices lionhorselambcow, and monkey, the members had to choose which animals they would get rid of first.
Animal Test 3: The members chose how they will “move”/”transport” these animals: snake,monkey, and bird
Animal Test 4: This test will show how the members will react if their crush had a boyfriend by choosing an animal.
DONGHO’S RESULTS
Animal Test Result 1: Dongho chose the tiger that will most likely send good future messages and chose the turtle that will send out bad messages. These results show Dongho expects to meet his future partner/girlfriend who has strong wills and ambitions. Choosing the turtle, the future partner/girlfriend Dongho should NOT meet is someone who does not know how to smile and someone who is always serious.
Animal Test Result 2: Monkey-Lamb-Lion-Cow-Horse is the order that Dongho chose to get rid of first. He values work the most then money. Falling that, he cares for his friends/partner.
Animal Test Result 3: Dongho chose to have the snake wrap around the monkey’s neck and have the bird sit on the monkey’s shoulders. With his, he would hold hands with the monkey. This shows that Dongho will trust his future partner/girlfriend 100%. Dongho will have his future partner/girlfriend take care of finance problems and have her take care of their future child’s education. Holding hands with the monkey show that Dongho will work hard with his partner to be together forever.
Animal Test Result 4: Dongho chose a lion. Even though he looks strong on the outside, he is weak. Dongho will not confess to his crush; therefore, he will only watch her from far away.
KEVIN’S RESULTS
Animal Test 1 Result: Same as AJ and Kiseop, Kevin chose a lamb to carry good future news and a tiger to send out bad messages. This shows that Kevin’s future partner/wife must treat him with warmth and comfort. Choosing the tiger, this shows Kevin’s future partner should not be someone that is demanding and controlling. His test results show his greatest fear is to live under a roof of a demanding wife.
Animal Test 2 Result: Cow-Lamb-Lion-Monkey-Horse is the order that Kevin will get rid of these animals. Kevin thinks of work as most important then his friend/future partner. Getting rid of the cow first shows that Kevin does not stress on money.
Animal Test 3 Result: Kevin chose to throw the snake away and hold the monkey. With thebird, he would put it on his shoulders. Throwing the snake away shows Kevin will have money problems but will not care too much. Holding the monkey shows Kevin will give all his love to his future partner. The way he puts the bird indicates he thinks of his future child with great care.
Animal Test 4 Result: Kevin chose a giraffe. Because of the long neck, giraffes are able to find out good information about everything. This shows that Kevin will pin point the girl’s favorite things and do it for her in order to get her attention.
HOON’S RESULTS
Animal Test Result 1: Hoon chose the lamb as the animal that will send out good future messages and the turtle as the animal that will send out bad messages. This shows that Hoon’s future partner/wife must treat him with warmth and comfort. Choosing the turtle, the future partner/girlfriend Hoon should NOT meet is someone who does not know how to smile and someone who is always serious.
Animal Test Result 2: Cow-Lion-Lamb-Horse-Monkey is the order Hoon would get rid of. This shows that Hoon’s top priorities are his wife and friends. Getting rid of the monkey shows that Hoon will easily let go of money.
Animal Test Result 3: Hoon chose to put the monkey on his shoulders and wrap thesnake around his head. He then decided to put the bird on top of his hand. Putting themonkey on his shoulders indicate his future partner/wife will listen well to Hoon. Wrapping thesnake around his head show that he will make a descent amount of money and spend it wisely. Finally, putting the bird on top of his hand show he will take care of his future child when it is necessary.
Animal Test Result 4: Hoon chose a zebra. If Hoon finds that his crush is the “love of his life”, he will do whatever it takes to get her. The fact that she has a boyfriend does not matter to Hoon.
AJ’S RESULTS
Animal Test 1 Result: AJ chose the lamb to send out good future messages. He chose thetiger to send out bad messages. This shows that AJ’s future partner/wife must treat him with warmth and comfort. Choosing the tiger, this shows AJ’s future partner should not be someone that is demanding and controlling. His test results show his greatest fear is to live under a roof of a demanding wife.
Animal Test 2 Result: Monkey-Lamb-Cow-Lion-Horse is the order AJ chose to get rid of. Getting rid of the horse last shows AJ treasures work first. Following this, AJ values his future child, wife, and friends next. Because friends is last on his list, he must work hard in order to receive full love from them.
Animal Test 3 Result: AJ chose to put the monkey on his right arm and the snake on his left. He then decided to put the bird on his shoulders. These results show the AJ believes protecting his future partner/wife is key. Putting the snake on his left arm shows he does not easily fall into temptations.
Animal Test 4 Result: AJ chose an elephant. AJ believes if the girl isn’t for him, he should have nothing to do with him.
ELI’S RESULTS
Animal Test 1 Result: Eli chose a dog to send out good messages and a lamb to deliver bad messages. These results show Eli’s future partner/wife should trust him with everything and follow his path. On the other hand, the results show Eli’s fear is meeting someone that does same things until he gets old.
Animal Test 2 Result: Lion-Lamb-Cow-Monkey-Horse is the order Eli will get rid of first. These results show Eli thinks of work as most important. Following work, friends and his future partner is the next most important thing. The last things that are important to him are money and his future child.
Animal Test 3 Result: Eli chose to make the monkey follow him. He answered that he would hold the snake. With the bird, Eli chooses to let it fly wherever it wants to go. Having themonkey follow him, this shows that Eli’s future partner should follow him. Letting the bird fly anywhere shows Eli will give space and freedom to his future children as they get older. Holding the snake shows Eli will be in charge of money problems and do whatever it takes to support his family.
Animal Test 4 Result: Eli chose an elephant. If his crush has a girlfriend, he would not bother her.
KISEOP’S RESULTS
Animal Test 1 Result: Kiseop chose a lamb to send out good future messages and chose thetiger that will send out bad messages. Kiseop’s choice of the lamb resembles a warm, and comfortable personality. This shows that Kiseop’s future partner/wife must treat him with warmth and comfort. Choosing the tiger, this shows Kiseop’s future partner should not be someone that is demanding and controlling. His test results show his greatest fear is to live under a roof of a demanding wife.
Animal Test 2 Result: Tiger-Monkey-Cow-Lamb-Horse is the order Kiseop will get rid of first. Getting rid of the horse last, this shows Kiseop treasures work. The next is he treasures his future child, wife, and friends.
Animal Test 3 Result: Kiseop answered that he will take the monkey, snake, and bird in his car to transport them. This result shows Kiseop thinks of his close family and friends as his top priority and will do whatever it takes to make them comfortable.
Animal Test 4 Result: Kiseop chose an elephant. This shows that he is someone who doesn’t care as much. Kiseop will simply move on. It also shows he will be less likely to be in situation like this.
SOOHYUN’S RESULTS
Animal Test Result 1: Soohyun chose the parrot as the animal that will send good future messages. He chose the dog that will most likely send out bad messages. Soohyun will be happiest when he meets his future partner (girlfriend) that knows how to make him happy. He will also be happiest when she has the best humor and is very outgoing. Choosing a dog, Soohyun will be miserable if he meets a partner (girlfriend) that seeks attention and only works hard to please others.
Animal Test Result 2: Lamb-Monkey-Horse-Cow is the order that Soohyun chose to get rid of first. This shows that Soohyun values money first and then his job and friends/partner. Also, these results show Soohyun will value his future child greatly.
Animal Test Result 3: Soohyun stated that he would make the snake walk on its stomach be it has no legs. He also stated he would hold hands with the monkey as they walk together. At the end, he chose the bird to fly above his head. The monkey is his future partner/girlfriend, thesnake is his fortune, and the bird is his future child. Because Soohyun stated that he would throw away the snake, his fortune (making money) does not look good. Putting the bird above his head shows that his future child will be his number one priority. Holding hands with themonkey shows Soohyun will work hard with his future partner to be together forever.
Animal Test Result 4: What would Soohyun do if his crush already had a boyfriend? Soohyun chose the animal lion. Even though he looks strong on the outside, he is weak. Soohyun will not confess to his crush; therefore, he will only watch her from far away.
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[TRANS] 110620 U-Kiss @ Inkigayo Magazine (May Issue)

TRY TRY, ABOUT ‘0330‘ Just like the song, I’ve actually experienced something like that. Even though it’s a sad memory, in order to show the right emotions, I have to think about it. In junior high, I started off as an athlete. In order to move forward for this dream, I had to go away for 5 months to receive proper training. I had to break up with my girlfriend because of that. I liked her a lot but I had to force myself. That was the first time I learned about ‘girls’ and ‘tears’.

EPISODE During our album preparations, it was Eli and Soohyun’s birthday. Because we were so busy with the recording, we couldn’t celebrate their birthdays properly. So, we bought a cake and told them to go out. We turned off the lights and threw them a mini surprise party.

I WANT U-KISS TITLE U-Kiss has a lot of titles. I’ll be selfish and name what kind of title I want. “Emotional Vocal Hoon”, please make a placard of that (laughs).

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG I don’t cry easily. But if we did receive #1, I think I would cry thinking about my past struggles.

U-KISS BAND POSITION I never took piano lessons, but I’m able to play simple chords. We got new instruments in our practice room. Every time we go in, all the members fight for the instruments they want. One member would play the guitar while the other member will play the piano. We can now play 2-3 songs alone.

HOON’S TEMPTATION, CHARM All the members have their own charms, but I don’t think I have anything special. I guess I’m confident in my voice.

IDEAL TYPE I think my ideal type never change. My ideal type when I was young is the same for now too. To express shortly, I like girls that are cute and small. Oh, and girls with soft hands. If I had a girlfriend, I would sing for her. I would also write words with the candle on a dark night at a park. My future girlfriend, please look forward to it~!

IF I’M A WOMAN If I was a girl, I would definitely date Eli. If Eli was my boyfriend, he would take care of me even without me asking for his attention. He’s not too immature and he’s very reliable. I personally like those kind of people. He’s closest to my ideal type. The member I do NOT want to date is AJ. The Reason? He’s only good to girls. TOO much.

JUST TRY First thing is first, I want U-Kiss to be known by everyone. It would be nice if my name can be known too. I think I would die of happiness if someone would recognize me in the streets.

TO FAN I know I lack in many parts. Instead of being lazy, I will practice hard even after our schedules. Fans, I know I’ll be awkward at first. I want to thank everyone who’s supporting us. We will show you a better side of us in the future. Please watch out for us.

TRY TRY, ABOUT ‘0330’ I have a small recording room at my house where I have collections of MR I made for rap. Because of all the practice, I don’t think I had a hard time helping out with U-Kiss’s album. I read a lot so that helped me with composing. Not only does reading help me, but I’m able to experience other peoples’ lives and reflect upon it.

MY FAVORITE SONG IN ‘BRAN NEW KISS’ ‘I Don’t Understand’ and ‘Miracle’ are two of my favorite songs because Paran’s member PO hyung gave us this song.

EPISODE Um, I shouldn’t say this but..(laughs) Dongho and Eli’s rap making. When I took part of the rap making, I almost died helping them hehehe. Rappers have their own color and styles right? Rappers also have their own charms to weave in their music. But these two people needed most of my help so it was difficult at first.

TARGET I do want to win #1 but in my case, I was around for 6 years. Now I think “I should be getting #1 anytime soon”. I’m not that crazy about it though. I’m a realistic person. I just want to try my best.

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG Ah, I never really thought about it. I can usually imagine most situations, but I can’t seem to think about this one. It’s beyond my thoughts.

U-KISS BAND POSITION I play the guitar a lot. But I spend most of the time writing lyrics and composing songs.

AJ’S TEMPTATION AND CHARM Confidence? When I was young, my pride was so important to me. I couldn’t do anything. I couldn’t sing. I couldn’t dance. I was very shy. But after having some confidence, I found my place.

IDEAL TYPE I like innocent girls with a scent of spring weather. If I have a girlfriend, I want to do everything for her.

IF I’M A WOMAN The member I would like to date… Kiseop? You get attached to him really easily. I DON’T think I would want to date Kevin. After having his first kiss on his musical stage, he doesn’t have any experience with dating. If I was a girl, I think that’d be frustrating.

TO FAN I want to say one thing to my fans. I know there are many disappointed fans and fans that support me. I just want to say that please watch me until the end. You can end up liking someone as you watch them more. I’ll be more strong so please watch me until the end!

TRY TRY, ABOUT ‘0330’ A sad-hip hop genre. A song that experiences love. When I was 15, I had to break up with my girlfriend because I had to leave for China. I don’t have a girlfriend right now, so I think of lonely thoughts to express the emotion.

EPISODE An episode I remember is my rap part. As we were producing this album, this was my first time writing lyrics. It’s comfortable for me when I write in English, but it’s hard when I’m writing it in Korean. AJ helped me a lot. One of my rap part is “I was the servant of this love”. I didn’t know what ‘servant’ was in Korean. Later, my manager told me what it meant (laughs).

NEW MEMBER AJ AND HOON The two members have their own charms that make our rap and song sound better. Hoon’s good looking.. Jaeseop..he…uh..haha..he’s good looking too. Before, our composer, manager, and boss would help us with producing the album. This time, all our members were able to contribute. In my part, AJ and I were the directors. AJ is a straightforward person so I felt very small when I was working with him (hehe). I’m an open person so I do things easily, but working with AJ really upgraded me. It was really fun working with all the members.

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG After 6 albums and 4 years of experience, just thinking about it makes me teary. That’s why I never really thought of winning #1. Teary! I probably won’t cry on stage, but once we get backstage, I’ll explode.

ELI’S POWER AND ENERGY Family of course. I gave up everything in America to take a new road in Korea. I want to succeed, and I need to succeed. I have my dad and other family all in America. I want my dad to quit his job and come to Korea to live with us. In order to that, I want to work hard and achieve that goal.

IDEAL TYPE When I was young, I liked cool girls. Opposite from that, I like girls that have some (little) aegyo (acting cute) and a lovely girl. If I had a girlfriend, I want to make food for her on a beach just like in that one scene from ‘Boys Over Flower’.

JUST TRY I want to sing as well as Kevin!!! These days I listen to B.O.B and Bruno Mars.

OUT OF KOREA Maybe it’s the weather? HAHAHA. Fans from different countries are all different. Japanese fans wait until our performance is done; then they cheer and clap for us. Korean fans fly around from beginning to end. Fans from Singapore and the Philippines don’t follow us around and take paparazzi pictures. But if one fan really really liked us, some of them would follow us. I just want to thank every fan though for everything.

TO FAN We’re going to continue promotions for ‘0330’ in Korea. Please love U-Kiss more and give much interests to our new song ‘0330’. Get to know each U-Kiss members’ charms and let’s go together forever. Thank you.

NEW ALBUM’S IMPORTANT Even though I have a small part, it’s very difficult to sing. It can easily be sung out of tune. I spend a lot of time practicing only that part (laughs).

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG Wow.. really. I don’t think I’ll be able to talk. If I hear “This week’s mutizen..U-Kiss!”, I don’t think anyone will be able to speak. I think we’ll all hug each other and cry. In Soohyun hyung’s case, he debuted for 4 years plus another 4-5 years as a trainee. He’s waiting for this moment for at least 8-9 years. I said something about this to him,”If we win #1, I think I’ll throw up.” I hope to receive #1 as fans give us much love and strength.

KISEOP’S POWER AND ENERGY Before debut, my depression was severe. I had to go to the hospital few times too. One day, I heard my mom cry so hard in her room. Thinking that she was crying because of me, my heart broke. After I’m done with my schedule, she always wakes up when I get home. The fact that she wants to do something for me even more, gives me strength and it is the reason why I live today.

IDEAL TYPE When I was younger, I didn’t care because they were just my friends. Of course I had few ideal girls that I liked. If I had a girlfriend full of aegyo (acting cute) and a cute girl, I would like to take her on a drive. There are also many special events that I want to do for her. It’s typical, but I want to fill my car’s trunk with balloons and surprise her.

IF I’M A WOMAN Hoon and Kevin can not get any nicer. They’re so nice and so bright. I think I like nice people. The member that I do NOT want to date.. I shouldn’t say this but.. Soohyun. HEHE! Soohyun hyung knows a lot of things. If I was a girl, I think he’d be too mature for me.

MY FAN Singapore fans leave the greatest impression for me. There is a fan that was my fan from the beginning. She started to fold paper cranes the first time we went for a showcase. Next year, she would make 1000 more. She gave it to me and now it’s on display at my house. I was very touched.

TO FAN After focusing promotions in Korea, we’re planning to try variety shows, dramas, and movies. We also have an Asia tour planned in the future. Please support us and love us. Thank you!

TRY TRY, ABOUT ‘0330’ I cried few times on stage. Not only because of the emotions, when I sing, I automatically get sad. Especially at this one part when I kneel down and sing my adlibs. Even though I didn’t experience true love before, I can just feel the emotion.

EPISODE While recording our 5th single, my birthday was on March 11 and Eli’s birthday was on March 13th. The members brought cake to the recording studio and held a mini surprise party. I was having a hard time recording, but my stress went away after this.

IT’S TIME Watching ‘One Piece’ can never get more fun. Also, I’ve been interested in driving. I relieve my stress that I get from work by driving. My stress goes away as I listen to loud music and also U-Kiss music.

I WANT U-KISS TITLE ‘Vocal-Dol’. I take care of my throat a lot. I drink at least 3L of water every day. Also, I drink the healthy teas that fans send us. Music is like family to me. If I was not able to sing, I think I would die.

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG I’ll faint. First of all, on average, we’ve been active for 4 years. After 6 albums, we never received first place. If we were able to get first place, I don’t think I would be able to speak. I would just cry.

PERFORMANCE IN CONCERT I want to take one fan and set her in the middle of the stage. After that, I want to take pictures with her and sing for her. There are a lot of songs that I can sing for her. Wow, just thinking about it makes me happy.

SOOHYUN’S TEMPTATION, CHARM Because I became the leader, I want to say my leadership skills. Truthfully, all the members are hardworking so it’s not tiring for me. There are a lot of times when I have to scold at the members and fix their problems. I think I learned a lot of leadership skills through this. It’s not much of a charm, but this is my charm (laughs).

IDEAL TYPE Hm, ideal type. I wasn’t interested at these things when I was younger. But instead of a sexy image, I like girls that are innocent. Someone that’s fun when you’re next to her. Because I’m most confident in singing, I would sing a serenade for her. Also, later in the future when I get married, I want to propose to her at a concert while singing.

IF I’M A WOMAN I would date Hoon. Hoon has a soft image and can sing. He also has a nice body and can exercise well. Perfect! But he’s also really nice. He’s mature and knows how to be respectful to others. The member I do NOT want to date. AJ. He’s the type that’s only good to his girl. He’ll be too nice to the girl.

TO FAN After promoting ‘0330’, we’ll be starting Japan promotions from June to September. During the fall, we’ll come back to Korea and release an album. We also have plans on releasing a full Japanese album in November. I want to thank those who always wait for our albums and support us. Even when U-Kiss was going through hard times, I want to thank everyone that cheered for us. Fans that are far away from us, international fans, we’ll never forget about you. Now, let’s imagine that you guys will cry with us when we win #1.

The ‘Coming of Age’ day that I dreamed of Because I haven’t been to many drink places, I want to drink with all the members. We have 5 members that are celebrating Coming of Age day. I want to have a party with all of them.

The moment when I thought I really matured When I see fans that are younger than me (laughs). Before, there were a lot of nuna (older) fans, but now I see fans yelling “Oppa~Oppa~”. It was awkward at first, but now I’m used to hearing that. Now that I think I have younger fans to take care of, I feel like I became an adult. Also, with singing and dancing, the company asks us about our opinions and everything. Being active in the entertainment industry, I feel more mature now.

Ideally, adults should be like this An adult that takes care of the younger ones and everyone else around you. You shouldn’t only think about yourself just because you’re old. You should be able to listen to others and take care of everyone.

The ‘Coming of Age’ day I dreamed of Hm, ‘Coming of Age’ day. I want to drink so much until I knock out (laughs). I don’t know if I drink well and I never experienced drinking a lot. I don’t think it’s a bad idea to drink a lot and lose your mind once in a while.

The moment when I thought I really matured Before joining U-Kiss, I went through a lot of hardships. I’ve been through scams while releasing albums. I always thought ‘How am I going to live on life now?’ a lot. Now that I look back, it was a memory that I never want to forget. It shaped who I am today. It gave me a chance to have a strong mind. No matter how much schedule we have, I always think of my hardships and feel better.

The ‘Coming of Age’ day that I dreamed of I want to party at a club and drink with my friends while enjoying the fact that I’m an adult now. But in reality, I think it’s something that can’t easily happen. I think it’ll be a day for me and members.

The moment when I thought I really matured I don’t think I’m fully mature right now. I have tried acting like an adult, but not sincerely. I’m not at a point where I can take full responsibilities for everything. I thought I can easily become an adult when I make money. Now that I make money, this is something that can’t easily be handled. As the years pass, it is true that I’m closer to becoming an adult. But I don’t know when I’ll actually be mature. I guess I’ll become a true adult after I go through life.

What I want to do as an adult I don’t know a lot of people that are younger than me. Because I debuted at a young age, I don’t have anyone that calls me “Oppa” or “Hyung”; there are only seniors. That’s why, when I become an adult, I want juniors so I can say “Yes _______ah~”. I want to be a real hyung and approach to them warmly. Our maknae Dongho is too mature, so there’s nothing I can do (laughs). When I get to know juniors, I want to buy them delicious food and listen to their problems and complaints.

Ideally, an adult should be like this Someone that’s cool but not selfish. I want to be someone that cares for others more than myself.

The ‘Coming of Age’ day I dreamed of ‘Coming of Age’ day. Isn’t it same as all men? Receiving perfume, rose, and a kiss from your girlfriend! If I had a girlfriend that was the same age as me, I would do that for her. Maybe spend the day with your girlfriend? Eating delicious food at a fancy restaurant! (laughs)

What I want to do as an adult Family is top priority. The parents that raised me to become a U-Kiss member, I want to treat them really well. I want to take them to nice places and show them how successful we are. I’ve always thought I wanted to do something that I enjoy when I become an adult. But everyday is happiness for me when I’m working with U-Kiss members.

Ideally, an adult should be like this Being a right man. Whatever hits me, I want to be an adult that knows how to handle the situation right. Also, a bright and healthy dad for my future family! I think this is the closest idea an adult should be like.

TRY TRY, ABOUT ‘0330’ I’m the type that has a lot of emotion and that can easily cry. Depending on the atmosphere, my mood changes too. Before standing on stage, I can laugh and play around, but when I hear the piano melody in our song, I suddenly get serious and emotional. Just hearing the first part of ‘0330’, gets me emotional.

I WANT U-KISS TITLE A group that’s good at singing live? I like titles like this. If you listen to Lee Eunmi sunbaenim’s (senior) song, you can right away tell she’s great at live. She’s able to touch us with her lives more than the CD can.

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG I had a lot of struggling moments because I debuted when I was young. If we are able to get #1, I think it will all pay off. I’m not going to cry though. When all the members cry, I’m planning to grab the mic and give the speech (laughs).

DONGHO’S TEMPTATION, CHARM Whatever I do, I’m still the lovable maknae. I joke around with the fans a lot and they just take everything as a joke. They think I’m cute. I’m thankful for that.

IDEAL TYPE I dislike people that lie. I’m an honest person. There are times when I have to lie, but I still think it’s wrong to lie. I think I’ll get angry if someone lied to me to hurt me. I like honest love. If I meet my ideal girl, I would love to go to Europe. I want to camp, catch bugs, make a tent, and enjoy the scenery. I think it’ll stay as a great memory. Isn’t it romantic?

IF I’M A WOMAN Because I like honest people, I’ll choose myself. I’m not saying the members lie, but I’m probably the one that cannot lie. I just want to choose myself (laughs). The member I don’t want to date? Soohyun hyung. Soohyun hyung can sing well and he knows how to treat a woman. These traits can be dangerous. If I was dating him, I think he’d be popular by other girl.

JUST TRY Being close with girl groups. Other members know a lot of people, but I don’t. With our promotions, I want to take the chance and get to know other idols.

TO FAN We’ll soon be filming for our movie. We’re planning to have a lot of individual promotions. First, we’ll be actively promoting ‘0330’ then go to Japan in June. Please love ‘0330’ more and support U-Kiss. Please do not label me as only ‘Dongho’, but as ‘U-Kiss’s Dongho’. Thank you.

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[TRANS] 110611 Dongho’s Tweet

Kiseop hyung’s iPhone also got stolen ㅡ If it was only my phone, I would have thought that maybe I lost it? But Kiseop hyung’s and a staff member’s phone got stolen ㅡ Ha aaaaaaaaah ㅡ

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[TRANS] 110505 Ukisskorea’s Announcement Regarding Japanese Fans

There is a group of Japanese fans who are constantly following U-Kiss everywhere by taxi and also to their personal homes/dorm, not only in Japan but also in Korea. These actions have caused harm towards the members and managers. We’ve warned them many times to stop with these actions but they’ve even retrieved the manager’s phone number. They also came to the office, stylist salon and places in Korea which Kiss Mes are forbidden to be at, so we’ve decided to restrict their access to any events such as fan meetings, fan signings, etc. Even if they are members of Kiss Me 2 (paid Kiss Mes), their privileges to events related to U-Kiss have been revoked. We will be posting an official statement on the homepage as well.
Kiss Mes, we understand that you wish to meet U-Kiss but please refrain from performing actions that may disturb them or we will restrict you from attending any U-Kiss events, in Japan & Korea. Please respect the rules. I am very saddened to announce bad news in such nice weather. ㅠㅠ Please be careful in the future with this kind of problem. Let’s support U-Kiss!!

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[TRANS] 110411 U-Kiss @ KoreanPOP Magazine Vol. 11 (Indonesian Magazine) – Interview

After holding a succesful Mini Concert in Medan-Brastagi, Indonesia last March 5th, KoreanPOP got an opportunity to interview the group, U-Kiss. After waiting under a cold weather for about 15 minutes, finally we were able to meet the 6 boys which welcomed us with a friendly atmosphere. Although they’ve done so many activities during that day, there was no sign of tiredness in their faces. They threw jokes at each other making the awkward atmosphere into a friendlier one making the 10mins interview feel like just 3mins. All the questions & answers were in English, thanks to Eli and Alexander (translator note: I think they forget to put Kevin’s name here) for being the translators between KoreanPOP and Soohyun, Kiseop & Dongho.
Introduce yourselves please:
A (Alexander): Hello, I’m Alexander
K (Kevin): Hello, I’m Kevin
E (Eli): Hello, I’m U-Kiss Eli
D (Dongho): Hello, I’m U-Kiss Dongho
S (Soohyun): Hello, I’m U-Kiss Soohyun
KS (Kiseop): Hello, I’m U-Kiss Kiseop
All: And we are U-Kiss.

What do you think about Indonesia and finally holding a concert here?
K: We always wanted to go to Indonesia even before. And now, finally we were able to come and one great impression was the “love of the fans”. They were very excited, enthusiastic and were such friendly people. Plus, so many beautiful views, trees and mountains everywhere.
A: And we really enjoyed the food as well.
K: Uh yeah, yummy.
A: Love nasi goreng (fried rice) and sate (satay)
K: Yes, yes.

Do you like it too?
E: I loved everything. (laugh)

What do you think about the concert? Any good moments?
E: It was so much fun. This was the first time we did it with Indonesian fans. We really had a good time both on stage and off. We would like to thank all the fans who were with us for three consecutive times. (He means the three events during their stay in Brastagi)
A : Terima kasih! (thank you)
K : Ah, during the fanmeeting (he means the showcase) we also played games on stage. We chose our own fans and everything which made us even closer to our fans.

In addition to singing and acting. what else do you want to do?

S: I’m Soohyun…. I …
A: Musical!
S: Oh, yeahh.. musical.
D: I’m Dongho. I want to be a Radio DJ.
KS: I want to put up a coffee shop with Eli.
E: *started talking in Korean* (he was translating Kiseop’s words)
S + D: Yongo yongo! (English, English)
E: OH YEAAHH.. I CAN SPEAK ENGLISH!! (continue) yup, looks like I want to put up my own coffee shop with Kiseop in Korea as well.
K: I think many fans will go there!
E: I hope so.
K: And i want to try to act in a drama or movie.
A: Me? I WANNA GO TO HOLLYWOOD! (laugh) no, maybe if Eli and Kiseop puts up a coffee shop, I’m going to sell my Gummy Bears or cookies or cakes there. Yum yum!
Let’s be realistic, if you can’t continue to work in the entertainment industry no more, what would you like to do? Travelling or…
E: I wanna go backpacking!
All: Uwoooww~~
E: Backpacking around Asia.
With who? Boys or girls?
E: With KissMes.
All: Awww~~
K: You’ll pay for everything?
E: (laugh) I’ll try.
All: (laugh)
KS: I will put up a coffee shop.

Just imagine, 10 years or more from now, you will be get married..
E: OWGH!!

What kind of wedding do you want?
KS: I want a wedding in the beach
S: I want a marriage on stage while U-Kiss is having their promotional tours.
E: And he will marry everyone!
D: I want a simple marriage. A wedding at the church.
K: If I get married, I want… a wedding at the beach. Like Kiseop.

If you wake up the next day as an actress who would you like to be?
KS: I wanna be like Go Hyesun from Boys Before Flowers (she played as Geum Jandi)
S: I want to be Lee MinJeong, the girl in Boys Before Flowers too.
D: IU. I would like to be IU.
K: I wanna be a girl from Girls’ Generation (SNSD)
E: Who?
K: Jessica.
E: I would like to be… ANGELINA JOLIE
A: OMG! I ALSO WANT TO SAY THAT!
E: NO! And you?
A: I… I don’t know..
E: Alexander could be Oprah Winfrey
A: Yeah. I wanna be a succesful woman.
Money, or Love, or Friendship. Which one comes first?
KS: Number one is friendship, 2nd is love & the last is money.
S: For me, of course love will be the first. Love from fans.
D: Me..? All the same.
E: Friendship. And then love, then money.
A: Me too!
K: I pick love, because of friendship and kinship, there’s love there!
What are your plans after this concert?
E: We want to release a new album and we’ll ask our fans to keep supporting us 100% and we want tell them that we really love them & we’re thankful for all the support they are giving us.
All: Good!

Will you have another concert here in Indonesia?
E: Yup! We’ll try to come to Indonesia & we’ll visit Jakarta!
K: Yeah, Jakarta.
D: And Bali.
E: Yeahh.. We want to visit Bali too.

Any message for your fans and readers?
K: Well, this is the first time we came to Indonesia and we are very grateful to all of you for greeting us upon our arrival here and making the show a success. We will, definitely, be coming back for future concerts and fanmeetings or showcase. We’ll release a new album, so please keep on supporting us! WE LOVE YOU!
A: We’ll miss you!
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[TRANS] 110331 Dongho @ Epop Magazine Issue 303

What is the difference between “singer Dongho” and “actor Dongho”?

There isn’t a very big difference, when we are performing on music shows I will walk and use music to de-stress, but now I pass time by watching dramas. The biggest difference is that my members are not with me. When I am lonely or sad I have no one to lean onto. This is quite sad.

Was the filming of “Royal Family” interesting?

Very interesting. There were much more scenes that I had to act in compared to the previous movie that I was in. The difficulty level was also higher, and my acting skills are not that good yet, but I am trying to improve on this and I feel that I should work harder.

Was it burdensome to act together with your seniors?

“Royal Family” is based on a family in Korea’s high-class society, so the atmosphere on set is quite tense, but after the director shouts “Cut!” it will be different, especially when I hear the seniors talk about their past experiences. They are so meaningful!

Is there a role you must try playing?

I want to try playing a role like Kim Joo Won (Hyunbin) in “Secret Garden” that can move even male fans. I also want to try playing roles that can make people think “if only I were more mature” or “If only I could do this”.

Which actor do you want to act most with?

“Dream High”’s Kim Soohyun hyung. I am his loyal fan! Actually, I’ve met him once, his personality is really nice! If I ever get to the standard where I can work with him, I hope I will get the chance to.

Is it very tiring to be acting and preparing for a comeback at the same time?

To be honest… I am feeling very tired, that’s why I am trying to adopt good habits. I need to rest but at the same time remember dance steps and watch dramas! So, I am working hard now to balance all these out.

Do you have any special methods to keep yourself healthy?

I don’t have anything special, but I really like eating sweet food like chocolates. Once I am tired I will be unhappy, so at these times I need chocolate to cool myself down.

What present do you want to give to your parents the most?

I hope when I earn lots of money next time… I want to buy a big present to show my respect for them. I really admire celebrities whenever I see news of them buying houses and cars~

What is the biggest difference between now and when you just debuted?

When we first debuted I didn’t know anything. I only chose to work in this industry because I liked the idea of being a singer, but after becoming one I realised the advantages and disadvantages, so recently I have been trying to think positively. Even if I see insulting comments, even if I face difficulties, even if I don’t have any air time, I will still think on the bright side and realise these are not really problems.

As a singer, what is the dream who want to achieve most?

Until today we haven’t even gotten first on any music show. I really wish U-KISS will get number one.

What about you makes you attractive?

Everytime I answer this question I will feel so embarrassed, how can I talk about my own attractiveness without feeling embarrassed? I am very mature for my age and that is what’s attractive about me. Contrary to first impression, nobody can believe that I am only 18 after speaking to me. At first I felt hurt, but as time passed I realised that it is actually attractive. Although I am only a normal student, I seem very mature at times.

What kind of girls do you like?

I don’t like people who tell lies. I can tell if someone is lying very easily. If I know that someone has been lying I will explode in anger, so I don’t want to be in a relationship with someone who lies!

If you could be born again, what kind of person do you want to be?

A while ago when I was at a certain website I saw a topic about the guy who looks best dressed up as a girl (?). Curious, I clicked on it and realised that it was me! It seems a bit weird to be saying this, but at times I think I’m quite abnormal. Usually when guys are asked to dress up as girls they will be unwilling, but when I do it I will make sure I take care of my hair and take pictures, acting as if I have worn skirts for a long time. Although this sounds like I am boasting, but I think I am quite pretty. If I were to be born again I want to be a girl who is even prettier than I am now!

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[TRANS] 110325 Soohyun’s Cyworld Update

Just arrived at the m/v filming!
We haven’t started yet but I’m already tired ㅜㅜㅜ
Guess what I’m doing right now?!! ㅎㅎ
I’m listening to 0330 ihihi
I like the song ㅠㅠ 흙흙I feel like I’m crying ㅜㅜ
I want to see all of you now!!!! ㅠㅠ
Stay strong.. aja aja^^
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[TRANS] 110201 U-Kiss’ Fresh Interview in Taiwan @ Top Idol No.8 February Issue

U-Kiss: Visited Taiwan For The First Time And Showed Their Hundred Percent Popularity Potential
South Korean 7-members boy group of average age 19, U-Kiss, visited Taiwan recently for the first time to perform in 2010 [V] Chinese Top Year Awards Concert. U-Kiss has powerful backing, they not only can speak Mandarin, English, Japanese and various languages, member Kiseop even didn’t give a thought to his image and stuffed a 50 cents Singapore coin into his nose previously which won applause from the media who were there. Their friendly image defeated other idol groups such as Super Junior, Big Bang, voted by the Singapore media to be the friendliest Korean star.
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[TRANS] 110210 Soohyun’s Cyworld Update

Soohyun changed his backgroung music to U-Kiss’ Kiss Me.

Recently I’ve been busy preparing for the album
It’s ok because I’m thinking of all of you
I love you

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[TRANS] Junior Magazine September Issue Interview

The lively U-KISS’s real Chef challenge!

Lively idol U-KISS is engaging in a cooking battle to become the best Chef in SBS E!TV 100% real food variety show “Chef’s Kiss”. For fans, they opened a restaurant, promote it themselves as well as learn to cook. Because of this, they are having a really busy day! Let’s meet the seven charming guys as they are struggling to reborn as a real Chef.

Buona Sera is a classic Italian restaurant. Although U-KISS has always shown their smile and being lively, however, they are exceptionally noisy today. It is because U-KISS’s charismatic guidance, Sam Kim, is preparing a dinner for them ahead of their last battle. The boys were amazed and went “There’s a forest at the center~” right after they witnessed the interior design of Buona Sera, and turned into a bunch of mischievous boys by fooling around “We are the guest! Please give us 6 extra rice!.” U-KISS has to wait for a long time in order to taste Chef’s food. Dongho kept humming a song during this waiting time. So, we approached the cute-looking-like-little-puppy Dongho~ wondering what kind of song that he was singing.

Q: What song are you singing?
Dongho: Nowadays, I keep listening to one particular song. Right now, I’m listening to ‘I Need A Girl’~

Q: You looked tired.
Dongho: Yes, I’m tired~ I had a movie shooting recently.

Q: Are you challenging acting?
Dongho: A bit. It’s just a small part. However, it was fun. I think it will be much fun if I continue doing it.

Although Dongho is a little shy since it was just a small part, but it was enough to keep the anticipation. Sitting beside Dongho was Eli, who is too caught up in reading. He is caught reading U-KISS’s interview that was published in April issue of Junior magazine.

Q: How was it? Do you like it?
Eli: Yes. I like it. The pictures are pretty too.

Q: Seems like you’re using Korean a lot lately.
Eli: Yes. I read books and study too.

Eli was reading the magazine seriously. This time, we caught up with Kibum and the playful Alexander.

Q: How does it feel doing a cooking program?
Kibum: I like it. Because we were able to eat lots of delicious food.
Alexander: I had a lot of worries at first. It was because I couldn’t cook well. But now, my cooking skills have improved a lot.

Q: Food that you are confident of cooking it?
Alexander: Ribs stew and cutlet~
Kibum: I think that I wash dishes more than cooking. I originally wanted to be a Chef. (Members: You are much better as a singer~)

Kevin and Kiseop who were busy taking selca of themselves, also naturally joined in the conversation.

Q: When was the time that you feel proud the most?
Kiseop: When the customers were satisfied with our cooking, seeing all the plates were empty.

Q: How do you feel since this is your last food battle?
Kevin: It’s a pity. Right now I feel like I can cook all the dishes. I was having a hard time with the knife until recently. I’m most confident in cooking pasta. That was the first thing that I’ve cooked for my parents. My mother was really surprised by that. I feel really proud since my mother really likes it.
Kiseop: I’ve learned to cook a lot of food. I’m still lacking at the moment, and I feel pity that it has to end. If only there will be a Season 2 for it~ I am ready and determined to show you my best ahead of the final battle.
Alexander: I’ve learned a lot of delicious recipes, and I want to have more battles. I’m thankful to people who are anticipating and watching me, a singer to become a cook.

Soohyun couldn’t come because he had a musical performance, but do not feel sad as he is attempting hard as a musical actor.

U-KISS members are really affectionate when it comes to cooking. Although they did show their immature side occasionally, however, we have to admit that they worked hard for it. Chef Sam Kim threw a scary joke by saying ‘When the first time U-KISS cooked, and if it happened to be in my kitchen, I would have fired them~’. But the boys continued to grow steadily and it made him feel very proud. During those times, after struggling for the day, Sam Kim gave out his direct compliment to U-KISS. U-KISS ate everything on the plate without worries. Sam Kim was much happier as the boys recognized his skills. He went speechless as he watched U-KISS filled their mouths with the food really quickly. Eli, who was in the middle of diet turned into a big eater.

Cutie Dongho also turned into a hamtaro as he puffed his cheek to fill them with food. Sam Kim was very delighted to see them eating well. However, he was a bit disappointed and said ‘How come nobody listens when eating~’. The playful U-KISS replied back “It’s because we’re eating delicious food right now~”, “Why fancy (exclusive) food always being served in a small quantity?”. Kibum said “I’ll give you this instead” and put a piece of steak into Sam Kim’s mouth. A smile automatically came since the boys gave out the feeling of friendliness and pleasantness. Both Sam Kim and U-KISS have so many positive sides. They have created many beautiful memories together as they were battling against one another in order to become the best chef. Ahead of the last food battle, U-KISS gathered together and encouraged themselves to do the best until the end. It probably means that they are all becoming top chefs already. It is because they are able to present us a sweet and full of happiness’ recipe.

The others were cheering as Alexander was picked to be in charge of washing dishes.(But today is
Alexander’s birthday T.T)

The picture of the six boys who were taking a short break.

Bright Eli (Note: The magazine wrote Eli’s name on it, but I personally think that it’s a mistake/typo as it was written on Xander’s picture). Happy Birthday~

Dongho became a photographer

This photo exhibition was made possible by Shin Dongho, who was secretly taking them.

Title_ ‘Hyung, that’s not the (right) line~!’

The important point of the work of photographer Shin Dongho was that it was filled with life.
Please enjoy his work earnestly.

U-KISS was very busy ahead of the restaurant’s opening. They were finding their own skilled spot. Eli checked the cleanliness of the cup. Chefs of the day, Kiseop and Kevin were checking their recipe. Then, Kibum, Dongho and Eli have turned into stylish waiters. Now, they didn’t have any problem in serving area too~

A restaurant full of these cool boys, wouldn’t the customers be filled with bliss even before eating?

Credits: Maral (Source) + jaymie501@ROCKETBOXX.NET (Eng) + Angel_In (Eng) + micsummer@ROCKETBOXX.NET + blazegirls


[TRANS] 101221 U-KISS’s Alexander & Soohyun Interview in @Hanryu Pia

Tomorrow 22nd December is finally the sale date of [Hanryu Pia 1/31] issue! Once again, there are lots of wonderful interviews ranging from actors to K-POP artists. Please look forward. Among them today, we deliver the backstage interview of U-KISS’s members, Alexander & Soohyun!

U-KISS who serves as Wednesday regular MC in [MADE IN BS JAPAN] broadcasted by BS Japan (unfortunately seems will be graduating on 22nd December, the sale date of Hanryu Pia (tears)). Coverage of this was done after the same program.

Is it because of the tension of live broadcasting (?), thanks to the perfectly bright characters of the duo, laughter filled the room during the photo shoot which was done earlier. Please check with this magazine by all means which the post will help in better understanding the relationship of the duo. Introducing the cuts in @Hanryu Pia which are not included in the magazine!

As for the interview after the shooting, also constant laughing (the interpreter next to Alexander can’t raise her body because of laughter?) and was conducted in a warm atmosphere. Till now, the duo who have visited Japan many times, mentioned about their trouble that they did not have time to enjoy Japan due to ultra-heavy schedules. Alexander keenly appealed, “Because it is always night after the work is over, most of the shops are closed. Therefore, the two of us, have only been to Don Quijote for shopping! We want to try shopping in town where many young people are gathered such as Shibuya and Harajuku~!!”

Rainbow, the junior of KARA, who had a break this year, also talked with great excitement “Cute!!” at the topic of Don Quijote during the interview and TVXQ’s Yunho also had mentioned the theme song of Don Quijote as a favorite song. I’ve also encountered situations which I ran into BEAST’s members by chance during shopping (laugh). The shopping spot for busy K-POP artists might be Don Quijote!?

And, they also said much about the episode of their activity song [Shut Up!!] in Korea. Speaking about the choreography, “the action of like cutting with a sword” which has become the point of the same song, but actually, another way seems was the point first. That is the scene where “at the ear, round out the hand”. “In fact, after many people had seen it, the action like cutting with a sword was impressive, so here it became the main,” said Soohyun who taught me. By the way, what would the dance be named? Please check out the answer in [Hanryu Pia 1/31]!

The release of first album [First KISS] in Japan on December 10, and the album [BREAK TIME] which was released in Korea in October makes a big hit; U-KISS who has achieved a hit in both Japan and Korea. It is more and more impossible to take one’s eyes off from their activities and their whole changing real faces!

 

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[TRANS] 101128 U-Kiss @ Haru Hana Magazine

We want to show our charms more!

Profile
A multinational idol group that gathered members who are born in Korea, America, China (Hong Kong). Debuted with Not Young in 2008. Become a 7 people group with Kiseop joining in since Nov 2009. Release of mini album Break Time in Oct 2010. Serving as Wednesday special MC in information program Made In BS Japan since Oct 2010. Starting at the back from the left in the photo: Eli (born on 13th March 1991), Kevin (born on 25th Nov 1991), Kiseop (born on 17th Jan 1991), Soohyun (born on 11th Mar 1989), in front from the left: Dongho (born on 29th June 1994), Kibum (born on 29th Dec 1990), Alexander (born on 29th July 1988).
The members of U-Kiss, every week, come to Japan!

U-Kiss, whose 4th mini album Break Time was released in October, has a record of no.1 in Korea album sales ranking and their title track Shut Up!! is also of great popularity. They, who are in top form, are appearing in Made IN BS Japan every Wednesday. We heard from the 7 people who are casted as regular for the first time in Japan.

Alexander: As regular for the first time in Japan, moreover, because it is live broadcasting, I was really nervous at first. Although I also appear in Korea’s variety program, most are recorded broadcasts.

Dongho: I was worried too. Every week, I go Japan for live broadcast, I wonder what will happen. What if it’s not interesting? What if it fails? I felt very uneasy. But, it’s really fun after I tried (laugh). I have come to think it will be good if I could enjoy work in Japan more in the future.

Kibum: When it was only me and Kiseop just 2 people in the 1st round; really, I was worried (laugh). Because there is many times where I am entrusted with Japanese, it is a terrible pressure. When we appear as 7 people, because we can combine power altogether, I’m very glad.

The program is being broadcasted in a glass set-up studio in TV Tokyo’s 1st level. It is in a state loaded with fans outside every week, even to see a glance of the figures of U-Kiss’ members.

Kiseop: I wish to express my gratitude to lots of fans coming forth outside. Although we cannot appear altogether every week, we want to show more of our charms of us 7 people.

Soohyun: The presence of the fans is really gratefully reassuring. However, due to glass reflection from our side, it cannot be seen well. Therefore, we want to go outside more and get closer to the fans. (laugh).

The state of the 7 people, who are feeling the response from the activities in Japan. The things you want to try in Japan from now on?

Soohyun: Because it has been 2 years since we debuted in Korea, we are also close to KARA and 4Minute who are advancing into Japan. However, because there is not yet a chance to get to know the Japanese entertainers…

Kibum: I want to co-star with Japan’s girl groups. I want to be friend with AKB48 (laugh).

Alexander: Wawawa, I want to study Japanese more and talk without an interpreter. And, I want to further show our charms.

Kiseop: I want to do a game together with the fans and play together. Travelling with fans is also good.

Dongho: I want to eat delicious things! There should be a lot of delicious things in Japan, and I want to visit through the program.

As for them who are going back and forth between Korea and Japan, their schedules in Japan are also fully packed. Individual concerts are held on 6th Dec in Osaka and 10th Dec in Tokyo. Japan’s first album First Kiss is to be released on the same day as their Tokyo’s performance.

Kevin: If our Japan album enters the top ranking of Oricon chart, we will be very happy. And we want to show our charms fully in the concerts.

Eli: That’s right. I want to faster reveal the performance of [Shut Up!!] on the stage. I hope everyone see the power of us which our manliness has increased.

Kibum: Because there are many songs I want you guys to listen, I want to prepare well. Even though I think I will surely be nervous, but because I want to show the figure of gangnam (= strong guy) in the concert, please look forward to it by all means!

Special Gross Talk

KIBUM X KISEOP
U-Kiss’ members have deep feelings and are reliable.
Funny Kibum and relaxing Kiseop

Have visited Japan many times, but your favorite place is?

Kiseop (Photo above. Right): Anywhere in Japan is fun to go. The food is also delicious. And, Don Quixote is interesting. Because it is a type of shop which Korea doesn’t have.

Kibum (Photo above. Left): Because there was free time this time round, I strolled around the streets of Yokoyama. There were many pretty noonas.

What kind of woman is your ideal type?

Kiseop: For me, a cute person will be good.

Kibum: For me, will be gentle and stylist woman. Rather than casual, I prefer people of tight style.

U-Kiss’ members seem always to get along well, what kind of people are the members?

Kiseop: Of deep feelings, who care for the members at their side without any selfishness…are warm friends always and are reliable older brothers for me!

Kibum: Because our characters are all so different, when the members are gathered together, it is pretty interesting. When someone does something interesting, other members will promptly look into it (laugh).

If likening the members to animals, what will it be?

Kiseop: As for Alexander hyung… because he is of fine character, umm, ahhh, difficult.

Kibum: As for Kiseop, I say monkey (laugh).

Kiseop: No, well, umm… (bitter smile)

Kibum: Dongho will be dog. Because he is our pet. And Kevin will be a cuter puppy. Soohyun will be elephant! (laugh)

Kiseop: Because Eli is good at pigeon’s imitation, it will be pigeon? Kibum hyung will be a tortoise. Because you can see, a little slow. Can’t wake up readily in the morning too. Because it’s too troublesome.

Kibum: Speaking about you, you look like an anteater!

ELI X KEVIN
Happy that Shut Up!! is popular. The concept is “Bad guy”
The appearance of U-Kiss’ bad guy and pure in-charge!

The response of the new song ‘Shut Up!’ in Korea is good.

Kevin (Photo left): Very happy. Although the concept is “bad guy”, it is very popular.

Who do you think suit the “bad guy”?

Eli (Photo right): Me… fufufu. And the good guy is Kevin. Today’s clothes also convey that too I think?

Each member is unique. If to use a word to describe their character.

Kevin: Alexander is like the team’s mother. Because he is the oldest, he is a good big brother who takes care of the members frequently. Eli, as you can see, his appearance and his personality also are manly and he is of charismatic presence in the team.

Eli: Kibum hyung is a quick witted raconteur. He is the brain of U-Kiss. Soohyun hyung is really great at singing. He also gives guidance to other members during practices. Kevin is a person who has the innocence like a boy. Kevin alone is in-charge of our pure part. In fact Dongho is the youngest but he is also more boyish than Dongho (laugh).

Kevin: Because Dongho has the experience of studying abroad in China alone, he is doing surprisingly well. But his charms are of perfect score and he is of cuteness presence. And as for Kiseop… though he has a cool image, he is our mood maker.

Eli: Though Kiseop speaks little, he is an incredible funny guy when unexpected (laugh).

Is there any place you want to go after you visited Japan?

Eli: Roppongi’s udon shop! Though it is served in big bowl, it was remarkably delicious.

Kevin: For today’s dinner, we are going there together since I have promised Eli. I’m looking forward to it very much (laugh).

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U-Kiss in Made In BS Japan

Made In BS Japan started in Oct 2010. Every Wednesday, U-Kiss who serves as special MC, main caster, announcer Maeda Mariko and commenter Furuya Masayuki will bring us a good time together. Let’s look back at October where there were songs and dances which one could not take one’s eyes off.

10/6 Kibum & Kiseop

Kibum and Kiseop, who appeared in commemorable 1st round of broadcast.
Backward activities of U-KISS since debut and PV scenes were shown. Even announcer Maeda was surprised by Kibum’s foreign Japanese. Kiseop also openly displayed all his playfulness.

10/13 Live Broadcast as 7 people together!

Appeared as 7 people together. Kevin’s dance, Eli’s Taekwondo and Dongho’s knitting (!!) and such, the disclosure of each special talent. The figures of open performance of Man Man Ha Ni (Don’t Underestimate Me) and other hit songs, the fans outside the studio are also of enthusiasm.

10/20 Alexander & Soohyun

Fans in rows and when they appeared from the outside of the studio, the 2 people made the fans greatly excited. In response to Alexander’s request, the challenge of soy sauce and miso flavor ice-cream and unexpectedly good response [delicious] to natto ice-cream. And in previous round, Soohyun who failed in singing, sang Exile’s song beautifully this time round and won applause with his beautiful voice. He himself also showed a great satisfying smile. Alexander also cutely performed [Spring has come] which he learnt in university.

10/27 Eli & Kevin


The reveal of Eli who is enthusiastic about mobile mahjong game and Kevin who is enthusiastic about Twitter. Also the presentation of their bag content from both of them. And, Kevin played the guitar for us and Eli who showed us a range of changing imitations which the studio was full of laughter.

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Made In BS Japan

Under the theme of Fresh Asia, the dispatch of latest information such as gourmet, fashion, entertainment and so on from every area of Asia by studio live broadcast. U-Kiss is the special MC of Wednesday’s Korean entertainment theme while DGNA is in-charge of Monday’s Korea theme. Tuesday is Hong Kong, Thursday is Taiwan, and Friday is weekend entertainment information, introducing information from different area each day. Since the guests are substantial, it is a must watch if one likes Asia.

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[TRANS] U-Kiss ‘Break Time’ Thanks To

First of all ALL the glory to GOD~!♡ I want to thank God. My parents (Daddy-O a.k.a Uncle A & mommy @Chungmi) my sister Victoria nuna (I miss you!) My grandfather who is in heaven, our pretty grandmother Kyeonghee Mama, my aunts, Aunt Jane and Uncle JC (Aunt! You’re the one who made me into a U-KISS member! Thank you! ^^) Aunt Jean (my pretty aunt in Singapore). Uncle Choongseob, Teacher Park Eunah (Nuna at the health club! Keke~). Jaeson Ma (My sooo cool pastor bro) & Vanness Van Wu (SOL bros! You guys re-opened my heart!! 0901). Armindo (miss u bro!) Pastor Johan (Master~ Keke) & my family at Macau Presbyterian Church! (Thank you for always supporting and praying for me! ^^)
NH EMG Presedent Kim & wife Bang Eun Hee (Congratulations on your wedding! Be happy! Bbang nuna~ Please treat us well in future!^^ ♡)
Songwriter Kim Tae Hyun and Kim Tae Wan, DM hyung, songwriter PJ who wrote good songs for us (Thank you! It was fun recording too!^^) Iceland!! (Thank you for filming the Man Man Ha Ni + Bingeul Bingeul + Shut up music videos well! Ju Hee Shin nuna daebak!) Lee Yong Hee nuna (Best ideas!) Bboyoon nuna (Best photos!) Almighty Stylist Kyeongmi nuna (Ha~~~ Kyeongmi! ___! Keke!). Shin Hyung Jun hyung (Cool choreographies!). Brave brothers’ Dongcheon hyung (You’re the man! Thank you for writing good songs for us since debut!) & everyone at BRAVE Sound. ElectroBoyz (Maboos hyung ma rap teacher & Randy hyung). The stylists at Avenue Juno + staffs (Stylist Eun Hae, Taehyun hyung… There are so many names! Keke~ Thank you for doing our Hair & Make-up so well!) Eunkyung nuna, Seong Hee nuna & friends @ JYP (Although we’re not from the same agency, thank you for always taking care of us!) Han Sang Ho hyung (My cool health trainer!). Arirang Pops in Seoul & the M wave family. Isak nuna, Younha @younhaholic (Cheer up! Hehe~).
NH EMG family (Lee Jong Hwa, Tae Un hyung, Tae Suk hyung, Hwa Suk hyung, Tae Yeon hyung, Mun Sung hyung, Chang Wan hyung, Jiyeong nuna) Fighting!!!
Last but never the least, our one and only love & support… KISS-ME INTERNATIONAL!!! (Please continue to support us in future! I love you~ ^3^) GOD BLESS EVERYONE!!!

P.S. Hey U-KISS.. We’re not relatives but my kind younger brothers who live and worry like a real family… Really love you guys.. I love you~♥ We’re the best! U-Kiss fighting!!!

It’s already the 5th time we’re releasing an album. Thank you very very much!!! Firstly, to my father who is in heaven, thank you.
Soohyunie has come up to here! I will work harder. Dad, help me from heaven… ^^ And my mum who went through a lot in raising me, I love you. And Dad!! Give Mum more love~ Hahahaha. Eun Hye nuna, Da Hye, thank you very very much and I love you~ Haha awkward~ Maehyung nuna thanks for treating me well!
Daddy President Kim Nam Hee, thank you very very much for bringing U-Kiss here today! And Mum?! Bang Eun Hee who always takes care of us. Haha nuna!!! Heh really, thank you. ^^
And our NH Media family Jong Hak __, Tae Suk hyung, Hwa Suk hyung, Tae Yeon hyung, Tae Un hyung, Mun Sung hyung. And new face Chang Wan hyung, Ji Yeong nuna! Thank you so so much for going through so much because of us. We have to be big hits this time. ^^
And Kim Myeong Hoon hyung, Ji Hyeon nuna! Paran hyungs, SS501 hyungs! Thank you~ ^^ And songwriters Taehyun hyung, Taewan hyung, ____ hyung who wrote cool songs for us, thank you. ^^ Dressing the 7 of us up and following us around everyday, our Kyeongmi nuna, really, thank you!!
Haha Eunhae, I’m thankful too, you know right? And the stylists and staff at Avenue JUNO who always give us nice hair and make-up, thank you ^^ And Boyoon nuna who takes totally cool!!! photos! Yonghee nuna who always takes care of us~ Thank you very very very much~ Haha. Director Ju Hee Seon and ICELAND team and staff who filmed our Man Man Ha Ni, Bingeul Bingeul and this time’s great MV, thank you~ ^^ And Hyungjun hyung who gave us cool choreographies, we really should go out and have fun once!! ^^
Although I can’t contact you often or meet up often, the people I’m always thinking of, my friends!!! Seok In, Mo Jeong, Kwang Jin, Min Sung, In Seop, Ji Hoon, Jae Seob, thank you! And the director of my Taekwondo school, Jang Dae Jin, who helped me a lot when I was going through a hard time when I was younger, thank you. ^^ Mr Won Kam too~~ ^^ I’m thinking about the food we ate then… Haha. And, Teachers Kang Hyung Sun, Ji Sun Hong, Kim Jae Chun who helped me when I was having a hard time training and studying in high school, I still remember you. ^^ Thank you. REX Fitness, Hyung Jini hyung who helped in helping me attain my figure, thank you. ^^ My ____ forever, Yongjun hyung, thank you~ ^^ Those who were with me when we were trainess, Kwon, KiKwang, Dongwoon, Jihyeon hyung, Jaebum hyung, Junsu hyung, Sun Ye, So hee, Sun Mi, Hyunah, Seo Hee, I still remember it vividly~ And Battle hyungs!! Heh. Eugene nuna, Yubin nuna, G.NA nuna, Hyosung, Ji Won nuna, Lee Chul hyung, I still remember training with you when I was having a hard time. Helping me a lot without knowing, Hee Seok nuna, Bongoon hyung, Yeon Jung nuna, Seong Hee nuna, Dayoung nuna, Jakyung nuna, thank you, always..!
Other 2pm, 2am members which I’m close too~ Haha. Beast members, MBLAQ members, F.Cuz~~~~~~ ZE:A! It was really fun meeting all of you during our schedules ^^ Teukie hyung and Eunhyuk hyung who helped me a lot when I was on Sukira, thank you ^^ Shindong hyung, Shinyoung nuna who I’m always glad to meet at the radio~ Thank you. Haha. Ah and Miss A members, kekeke. All fun people!! Suzy who is really mature… Our U-Kiss members Xander hyung, Kibum, Kevin, Eli, Kiseop, Dongho, you know I’m always thankful and I love you, right? ^^
And lastly, the people I really really love~ Kiss Me, you know I really love you right?
Let’s get 1st this time and cry~ ^^ Please support us more!
Everybody whom I know, I’m always thank you and I’m sorry that I cannot write every one of your names ㅠㅠ
Soohyunie will not forget his original goals and show you a hardworking side all the time!! Thank you..
Ah! And lastly.. Hmm ____ Kiss me chu~ ♡

For U-Kiss to have risen up till where we are now
I thank everyone who helped us, from the bottom of my heart.
We worked hard to repay you with a top album.
Please continue to support us for the 7 members of U-Kiss to be forever.
KISSme♡

~kiseop’s translation haven’t done yet~

Thank God who has always led us to the right path. Without my family who I love, I wouldn’t be in this position today. Thank you to the stylists and staff at Avenue JUNO for our hair and make up. ICELAND director and staff’s music videos are the best! Thank you for going through all the trouble. Boyoon nuna and Yong Hee nuna, thank you for our cool jacket photoshoot and design. Thank you Seo Yoon Kwon PD and Ji Hoon hyung for helping us out with the filming. BH hyung who always gives me strength with his words when I’m down, I love you, =] My Kiss Me all over the world! Thank you!! If we didn’t have you, we won’t have U-Kiss.
Hyungjun hyung for our cool choreographies! Daebak daebak! Our Arirang family!! Thank you very much. Without Arirang, U-Kiss would not have been able to grow overseas! Fighting in future too~!! Continue to take care of us!
Always going through troubles for us, our NH Family! Thank you for always grabbing broadcast schedules for us to appear on. Let’s go on together for life~
Mr President! My heartfelt congratulations on your wedding. Please be happy! Mrs Bang Eun Hee! I love you~ ♡ And lastly, everybody reading this, thank you. I dedicate this album to you.
I will do my best. Please love U-Kiss a lot, fighting!! Let’s be a big hit this time!

I would like to give thanks to God for all of His blessings. All my thanks to God. Mum, Dad, Deanna~ Thank you for always believing and supporting me! I Love You~ President Kim Nam Hee who always takes care of us like a father, and Bang Eun Hee sunbae for loving us like a mother~ Thank you very much and always be happy~!! ^^ Our manager hyungs who always go through a lot for us! Hwa Suk hyung, Tae Suk hyung, Tae Un hyung, Tae Yeon hyung, Mun Sung hyungm and Chang Wan hyung~ I love you~!!! And Jiyeong nuna!! NH EMG family fighting~! ^^ Hyungjun hyung who gave us cool choreographies, Boyoon nuna and Yonghee nuna who take pretty photos for us, Kyeongmi nuna who always handles our outfits, AVENUE JUNO for our hair and make-up and Sunyeong Ssaem, Juni nuna, songwriters Kim Tae Hyun, Kim Tae Wan, DM hyung, PJ for writting us great songs, ICELAND who made our MV into a piece of art! Everybody who helped out in producing this album, thank you~! ^^ KISS ME who always support and love us! I can’t live without Kiss Me~~~ I love you! To all our KISS ME International~ We will always love you for your unconditional love and support! Thank you! U-KISS members who give me stregth by my side~ Alexander hyung, Soohyun hyung, Kibum hyung, Kiseop, Eli and our maknae Dongho! Thank you and I love you~!!! ♡♡ Thanks to our U-KISS members Alexander, Soohyun, Kibum, Kiseop, Eli and baby Dongho for always being there for me! Love ya!

All glory to God who brought us to where we are today and for the release of this album. My parents who brought me into this world and raised this disobedient son for 17 years, worrying for me behind my back! I love you♡ Love you♡ My family who always prays for us, thank you~ Love you♡ Ppuppu ya~ This is the kind of person daddy is~!! Kekeke. My 7 brothers whom I love, my U-Kiss members I love you~u~ Heh
Newlyweds President Kim Name Hee and Bang Eun Hee who got married not long ago!
Thank you!! I will make a delicious rib stew for you soon, heh.
Our manager hyungs, stylist nunas and nunas at the company who have been through a lot because of us 7 troublemakers, thank you. Heh. My 2nd family! U-Kiss member hyungs, I love you~ Let’s hold on and fighting!! ♡♡
Also, everybody who shed blood and sweat in producing this cool album.
I sincerely apologise for not being able to write everyone of your precious names. Heh. But I really want to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart. Heh. And my lovely Kiss Me who supported us for the past 2 years, I love you ♡ x Infinity. Now with this album, U-Kiss will fly to greater heights!! Please continue to give us lots and lots of love in future because the 7 of us will only love Kiss Me forever!!!
Everybody please support only us too~♡

Kiss Me, I love you ♡
Kiss Me fighting! U-Kiss fighting!

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