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Kim Kyu Jong V.S. Heo Young Saeng
A new start in year 2011

SS501 member Kim Kyu Jong and Heo Young Saeng both signed with a new agency B2M last year, and started Asia Fan-meeting from Seoul, they went to Thailand Bangkok and the 3rd stop was held in Hong Kong. Although they are not doing activities as 5, the green pea princess are very loyal, they still supported and went for their activities. Kim Kyu Jong and Heo Young Saeng are two good brothers who stood side by side, (can’t depict what’s the whole sentence here since 1/2 of the sentence got covered up by watermark. T_T) They also revealed their confirmed work schedule, YoungSaeng will be releasing a solo album in February, and KyuJong who is celebrating his birthday in Feburary will also talk about his unforgettable present!



SS501 members belong in different agencies now, do you all still contact each other frequently?

Usually i will still contact the other 3 members, but because the chance of us working together had turned lesser, we cannot meet up like how we used to do. But luckily the internet is very advance now, the few of us loves to play twitter, though we cannot get together often, but i can know what is everyone doing through twitter.

It was said that you were working hard on English to improve on your language. Apart from languages, are there anything you will like to learn?

I did not specially learn English previously, i did not go for lessons or hire a tutor, but i used English to email a few friends i know from overseas, i am happy to know these friends because i get a chance to learn English. With regards to performing work, i wish to learn more about acting, this will help me in my acting in the future. In addition, i was actually interested in art during middle school. If there is a chance, i will like to continue to learn drawing, enriching myself in different aspect.

2011 has just started, does KyuJong have any special new wish in a new year?

Because everyone now in the group are doing their solo activities, so i wish that everyone can success in what they are doing. I will also work hard, i hope to do more things which satisfy me.

Although your work is busy these days, do you have anything you personally like to do during your free time?

I am crazy in love with painting and calligraphy, i will start to paint whenever i am free.

February 24th is KyuJong’s birthday, i will like to wish you a happy birthday on behalf of all your fans! Do you have any present you will like to receive specially this year?

I don’t have any present which i will like to receive specially this year. But previously in a year, a fan gave me a present which its hard to be forgotten. The fan gave me a big photobook on my birthday, containing photos from the day i debuted till now, looking at those photos, it brings me back to the past, i felt that it was meaningful, and i will always keep this present with me.

Do you wish to challenge any new work in a new year?

Although i will continue to sing, i wish to challenge acting. In a acting world, i am a newbie, so no matter what roles are given to me, i will still want to challenge it. But i want to film a romantic love story the most. In a new year, i wish that more people will notice me and know my characteristics.

What type of brother is YoungSaeng hyung to you?

YoungSaeng hyung makes me feel that he is cool when i started to know him, and even seems hard to get close to. But after knowing him, i can feel that he always think for others, and he is a person who is considerate and caring, and he is also a good listener! The most unusual is, although he is tired sometimes, he will never forget to take care people around him.

Talk about your ideal partner?

I like girls whose body are nice, and her personality must be friendly and lively, as my personality is rather *depress (*Sorry, i can’t see what is this word since the scan is not really good.), lack of a little confidence, so i hope the partner whom i date will influence me, to help me to improve my shortcomings.



2011 has just started, does YoungSaeng have any special new wish in a new year?

My biggest wish is to produce a solo work in 2011, and fortunately, it will be fulfilled in February, please support me! The new album will mainly be dance music, i rested for a period of time previously, now i will start again, hope to bring a new different feeling to the fans.

YoungSaeng is normally interested in photography, do you have any plan to release a photobook?

Erm, i thought of it before. But not exactly thinking about it specifically. If there is a day where i releases one, i will write words inside the photobook, letting everyone to see my photos, more sensation, and to bring out more.

Although your work is busy these days, do you have anything you personally like to do during your free time?

Although the schedule is pretty busy these days, i fell in love with sports recently, i have been playing baseball since last year, and i usually play with my friends.

Do you wish to challenge any new work in a new year?

Actually from debut till now, i don’t really wish to become just a singer only. I also wish to challenge acting. I know i will be busy in this year, but if there is a chance to act, i will accept with courage, i hope to act a role… which everyone (Man, woman, child, elderly) will love! (Laughs)

What type of brother is KyuJong to you?

KyuJong’s personality is really easy to get along with, this is also what i admire about him, no matter where is he, he can get along with people harmoniously.

Talk about your ideal partner?

I love girls who is lovely (cute) with kind-hearted personality.

Previously you went to Hong Kong for fan-meeting, do you have any place you wished to go?

The time we spent in Hong Kong was very short, we don’t have any time to play. I went to Lan Kwai Fong way previously, but there were so many people, so i left after awhile, it’s a pity.

Kim Hyung Jun
Korean Athlete
Man belong to Autumn

It’s been a long time since we last saw SS501 Magnae Kim Hyung Jun, after joining a new agency, he is actively expanding his overseas promotional activities. Firstly, in August, he flew to Singapore for his solo fanmeeting, and in September, he flew to Japan as a special guest for the opening of Song Seung Heon’s fanmeeting, receiving extremely warm reception from his overseas fans. When being interviewed by the editor, Hyung Jun also mentioned about his recent work plans, besides accepting the offer to be a variety show MC, in the near future he will be meeting everyone as an actor, so everyone please look forward to his acting skills! Additionally, he also shared exclusively with us the joys of becoming a DJ and the intereting anecdotes between him and his brother Ki Bum! resenting you Autum’s man & Korean Athlete…Kim Hyung Jun, now!

REPORT RECENT UPDATES PERSONALLY

Firstly please greet your Taiwanese fans who have always been concerned about SS501 and Hyung Jun, loudly and forcefully~ Must do it with force! Everyone really misses you~

Taiwanese (FANS) readers, hello! I’m SS501 Kim Hyung Jun. Didn’t think that I would be on the cover for the October issue. Meeting everyone in this manner, I feel very honoured and happy! Recently, I have changed mangaement agency, hope everyone can still continue to support SS501 and Hyung Jun!

Recent work development and daily life updates?

Recently held a solo fanmeeting in Singapore, meeting with approximately 3000 fans, I am really happy. Not long ago, I also went to Japan to participate in Song Seung Heon sunbae’s fanmeeting. Attended as a Korean singer to open the fanmeeting, performing on stage to more than 10,000 Japanese fans, as part of my overseas solo activities. Standing on stage and meeting fans is really a very enjoyable thing to do. In the future, apart from meeting everyone as SS501 Kim Hyung Jun, I will also stand on stage as an actor. Additionally, will also release a solo album, now has also become the MC for the variety show (Midnight Idol). During this period, I wish to let everyone see a very different side of Kim Hyung Jun! I also wish to meet fans via many different means, so I hope everyone would also please anticipate the chances of meeting me. Recently spent my time fruitfully, I’m currently polishing my acting skills while dilligently working as a DJ.

New agency has many experienced actor sunbaes, who, belonging to the same company does Hyung Jun admire the most? Also in the acting industry, which other sunbaes do you admire the most?

In the new company, S-Plus Entertainment, There are actor sunbaes like Kang Ji Hwan, and I usually watch sunbae’s works. Not long back, I just finished watching the drama (COFFEE HOUSE) in which he was the leading actor. Kang Ji Hwan sunbae’s acting skills have always been excellent, but in this drama, he portrayed the characters vividly well; Moreover, sunbae has also performed the musical (CAFFEINE) in Japan, making me respect him even more. In the future, I will present myself as an actor in front of everybody, Kang sunbae has given me many suggestions and encouragements, boosting my confidence. Besides Kang Ji Hwan sunbae, I also admire So Ji Sub, Jang Dong Gun, Song Seung Heon sunbaes. In the future, I will work hard as an actor, hoping to be able to work together with them (laughs).

Hyung Jun is going to challenge (to perform in) a Musical, please introduce the character you are playing, as well as your thoughts on taking up Musical for the first time?

Before the year ends, I will be performing in the Musical (CAFFEINE), this is my first invovlement in a musical, and one person has to act two roles. This musical is a romantic story about a reckless cafe staff and a very attentive waiter. In the storyline, in the day I’m the gentleman Ji Man, but at night I will transform into the waiter Jung Min. For a musical, has to showcase singing, acting and dancing skills, plus it is also my first time in a musical and I would be acting out two roles, so I feel a little pressurised, but I will work very hard to portray the two roles well. This is my first step into becoming an actor, I’m still diligently learning, so everyone please anticipate my performance!

Between standing on stage as a singer and actor, to Hyung Jun, are there any differences?

Mm~ Talking about the difference between a stage for a singer and actor… When standing on stage as a singer, I’m a member of SS501, because there are 5 of us standing together on stage, so I wouldn’t feel so scared or nervous, this is what I feel the best part about being a singer. On the contrary, even though I haven’t officially stand on the stage as a musical actor, but together with the female lead, I have to lead the audience into the story, just thinking about this… is enough to make me very nervous!

Forever(/Lifetime) SS501

In SS501, Hyung Jun is the group’s youngest, showing a like-to-ageyo image, but at home, Kim Hyung Jun is the eldest. Do you prefer to be the youngest or the eldest? Privately, Hyung Jun’s character is more towards the [Youngest's Character] or the [Eldest's Character]?

At home I’m the eldest brother, in SS501 group I’m the youngest, but actually I did not go and intentionally categorise my roles, I just express myself very naturally. If I have to choose 1 out of the 2 roles, I will act accordingly to the situation, and choose the role that I have to play, sometimes have to act as the elder brother but at times have to act as the youngest role. Actually because outside I’m the youngest, and at home I’m the eldest, this enables me to experience the pains of being either role. For instance during SS501 activities, I am able to understand the leader’s feelings; In SS501, because I’m the youngest, so I could understand some of my brother’s (i.e. Ki Bum’s) thoughts and feelings.

Even though SS501 (members) now do not belong to the same agency, but Taiwanese fans are still very concerned about your news. Although now each of you are busy with your own work, do SS501 members still keep in contact privately?

Within SS501, there are members who already have new agencies, and there are some members who have yet to decide on future plans, but even if all 5 of us belong to different agencies, we are still SS501, I think in the near future, all 5 of us can still come together. Now I frequently keep in contact with them via Twitter or telephone, recently because Hyun Joong hyung is still filming (Playful Kiss), so we will also watch the drama to show our concern towards him. Additionally, recently I have also talked to Hyun Joong hyung over the phone, he told me, because of the drama filming, he is very busy lately. Even though people say, because couldn’t meet for a few times, our hearts will drift apart, but to us SS501, even though we are unable to meet frequently, but our hearts, on the contrary, become even closer! Although we are all busy, so unable to meet frequently, but members are still very concerned about one another, so we will still keep in contact frequently (laughs).

Both Brothers Are Very Handsome

In the entertainment circle, Handsome Brothers Duo, Hyung Jun and Ki Bum, do both of you have similar taste in clothings?

Even though Ki Bum and my apperances are very similar, but the difference in the styles of clothes that we fancy are quite different. I like simple, clear cut, comfortable styles, but my younger brother Ki Bum is the direct opposite of me, he prefers a wilder style. Take for instance the choice of jeans, I prefer those jeans that feels comfortable when one wears it, but Ki Bum pays more attention to jeans with special patterns or designs (laughs).

Between the two brothers, do you wear each other’s clothes?

Because we are real brothers, so we often wear each other’s clothes. There was once, I have to attend a friend’s wedding, so I was in a hurry to grab a shirt to wear, I mistakenly took Ki Bum’s shirt without even knowing, until at the wedding’s venue did I realise that my shirt was too tight. Luckily, I acted very normal during the wedding, so the tight shirt did not actually cause me any trouble, but this incident left a deep impression on me (laughs). Actually, I still have many interesting accounts with brother Ki Bum, next time if there is a chance will tell (FANS) readers!

Hyung Jun’s and Ki Bum’s Ideal Opposite Sex Partners, are they similar?

The ideal partners that we brothers fancy, are actually not the same. I prefer more girly types, girls who always wear feminine clothes whereas Ki Bum prefers prefers mature, sexy and generous girls.

If both brothers fall for the same girl, how is Hyung Jun, as the elder brother, going to resolve this?

Mm… If we both fall for the same girl? This is really a good question, honestly, just like what was said previously, the opposite sex partners that Ki Bum and I like are very different, so it would be very rare for us to fall for the same girl. But if we really fall for the same girl, even though it would be very difficult to give up, but compared to liking one person, I think blood ties are more important, aren’t they? So if there is really such a situation, I think for my brother I will give up the other person.

Autumn Is Coming

After the hot Summer, Autumn is coming! Hyung Jun feels that when visiting Korea during Autumn, which places are the most appropriate?

If want to completely immerse in the Autumn’s atmosphere, I feel that Korea is the most suitable place, there are many good sightseeing places here, really beautiful! Besides coming here to admire the beautiful scenaries, come and cheer me, Hyung Jun, on. If this is so, it will be great! Haha~I will be waiting in Korea for everyone to come~ I am Autumn’s man & Korea Athlete… Kim Hyung Jun … Hahaha!

Being DJ Is Really Good

Many Taiwanese fans tune in to (Kim Hyung Jun’s Music High)via the web. As a DJ, Hyung Jun, is also widely being discussed and showered with concerns by fans. Could you please share with us your experience as DJ and the joys of being one?

Initally when hosting (Kim Hyung Jun’s Music High), I only view it as a job. But gradually through this broadcasting means, I also started sharing my pains and joys with the listeners. I realised there are many viewers who share the experiences or troubles as me, so through the show, we interact, give each other encouragements, through such a process, I feel very happy, also could feel my presence as well as the viewers’. I feel that it is a very good thing to be able to host such a programme.

During the time when you are hosting the show, is there any special event that becomes unforgettable?

Ever since I started hosting this show, everything from the beginning to the end of each broadcast is an unforgettable memory for me. To me, every minute and every second of (Kim Hyung Jun’s Music High) is important to me. If really have to mention something that is unforgettable recently, should be something that everyone knows, it is the passing of Park Yong Ha hyung who is as close to me as a real brother. That time, after attending the funeral, I came and hosted the show. While hosting the show, I cried several times, even now when I think of it, I still very sad about it.

During the 2 AM Broadcast of (Kim Hyung Jun’s Music High), if a listener said that he/she is not feeling good being out of love, what songs would you play for him/her?

If a listener who is feeling vexed because of love, called in to dedicate songs, and if it is permissible on that day, I feel that as compared to playing songs that the person dedicated, I might as well choose songs that I think is more suitable for him/her for him/her to listen, but the pre-requisite is, he/she has to agree (laughs), I think this is a very direct form of consolation. If I encounter such a listener, I would play [Mars Men Venus Women] or other songs that are full of hope or light-hearted for him/her to listen.

If a listener wants to propose to his long-time girlfriend, then what type of songs would you help him to play?

As for people who want to confess to their girlfriends……Mm~ I think, it is still better for listeners to choose on their own, hahaha~ joking only! If need songs to confess love, I will choose pop songs, today I will be busy looking for songs, so editor next time please ask me this question again! Next time I will choose a song seriously and tell everyone again!

Credits: Scans by annieyang + English translation: Only Jun (kimhyungjun.net)

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I love this interview! Although it's quite long, if it helps me get to know SS501 members more, I will read it no matter how long! Keke. It's the little things sometimes you get to discover that makes it worth reading. And of course, I always love the way Maknae speaks out regarding SS501. You can really feel that he loves his group so much. They all do.

He who was borne as the much well-loved leader of dance and vocal group SS501 in 2005 – Kim Hyunjoong.

Over here in Japan too, he has had surfaced with a major debut in 2007 and sung to aplenty songs and captivated the hearts of many. And now, he is challenging as an actor where he similarly receives much love from his fans.

Last year, he challenged acting for the first time in drama “Boys over Flowers” as the very affectionate Jihoo sunbae where this role had everyone calling him the National Sunbae, proving the high popularity he’s had garnered.

“To me, BoF was a work that allowed me to start developing interest in a new field as an actor. When I was acting it out, this thought always came onto mind, ‘What if I’m Jihoo, how will I react (to this, to that)?’. The more you truly go into studying the character, the more it will actually be reflected in your acting. In addition, with that kind of way, with that kind of attitude where I will want to go further to study a character, it actually really allowed me to discover an unknown side of mine in the sense ‘Oh, I have such a side too?’ that kind. So this has really helped me alot in acting too”.

He is now challenging a new drama ‘Playful Kiss’, in it he stars as an aloof teen with IQ 200, Baek Seung Jo. Despite so, he actually revealed that he originally did not have any thought to take on this role.

“Hahaha originally, I had already decided not to take on any high-school roles again after BoF. (laughs) This may be my biggest disadvantage, but to be honest, I’m one who will be very easily influenced by what others say… Like let’s say buying clothes. When I go to buy some clothes, they may not particularly attract me at first, but if I hear the salesperson or friends around me who say that it suits me, I will then eventually end up buying those clothes. Just like this time’s drama too, people in my agency kept saying, ‘Very good suggestion ne’, ‘If you were to take it on it’ll surely succeed’, etc….And so because of that I ended up accepting this drama already (laughs)”.

This popular role that is highly vyed for by many actors had eventually gone to Kim Hyunjoong, and with that, this truly looks like a Kim-HyunJoong-episode ne.

After deciding to take on this role, he will never look back but will instead try his best to perfect his role — that is him.

If so, how does he then put in efforts into portraying this role?

“First of all, Baek Seungjo is a genius with IQ 200 and higher, so I had to constantly remind myself that ‘I am a genius’ (laughs). Also, because this is yet another manga-adapted character, in order not to tarnish the original image, I try my best to stick as close as possible to the original character. I’m also trying my best to show the kind of charm that only Kim Hyunjoong can possess, even if it may be just one charm. Whatever it may be, I just keep telling myself ‘I am a genius’, which is why I could thus naturally turn into Seung-jo. Yeah, I think of it that way (laughs)”.

[Moving into new agency, a vastly different environment]

Whether it be Jihoo from Boys over Flowers or Seungjo from Playful Kiss, both are roles who initially does not care for anything at all yet eventually falling for a plain girl.
So what is his love exemplar like in reality?

“I’m the practical and strong-willed type. Will fall in love at first sight kind. If I like her, I won’t hide but will tell her instead. The girls I like is those cool type. One who could easily and relaxingly communicate with me, and who could also happily allow me to go drinking with my friends. That is my ideal type”.

Hyunjoong, one who is always so honest in every thing he answers.

Looking at the way he tranquiled manner he answers those questions, I then asked if there has been any difficulty or changes in the execution of work since he has now moved into Keyeast consisting Bae Yong-joon, after leaving his former agency.

“Obviously because I’ve changed to a new agency, my working environment has also changed too. Because of that, I will also feel it’s not so possible to further execute work with those who has previously worked together with me. But then again, if I don’t work harder than now, I will not have any better development in days to come, so I also make many preparations in each area. Only so could I possibly achieve what ever I want to do, that’s how I think”.

Bae Yong-joon who is in his new agency will come out to meet up with Hyun-joong at times, too. Amidst their conversations, Hyun-joong has learnt quite many things as well.

“Bae Yong-joon sunbae is very humane and realistic, and is also a superb person. Though we share talks together, we don’t really talk about any absolutely special topics, but instead some daily life stories. Just that alone I could already learn many ways on how to treat people and attitude on life. I also will want to spread our Korea culture to more and more people in the world, to let them know. Furthermore, sunbae’s self-management is also really thorough; he’s really amazing”.

Though he is such a Kim Hyun-joong, he does not milk down in his body training as well. During holidays, no matter how tired he is, he will definitely go to exercise, this is because he wants to maintain his body shape and fitness.

“No matter what I have on hand, I will go for exercising (laughs), and will also play soccer. Yesterday I had some free time, so I went to kick football with my dancers. Exercising may be really tiring, but in future when I reach 40 years old, my body can still maintain as it is, because exercising helps alot. That’s how I think of it”.

When we hear words like “wanting to show the maturity as a singer”, the concert held last year by SS501 in Japan Budoukan comes onto mind. In the Solo Corner area, that body which Kim Hyunjoong reveals…….. At that split moment when he tears apart his clothing, those shrieks coming from fans fill the entire concert hall…….

“I want to recommend exercising to my fans too. I had seen the documentary my fans made yesterday. In it wrote ‘ahjumma fan’ (middle-aged fans), in Japanese we call it ‘obasan fan’, after seeing, I didn’t really like it. Japanese ahjumma fans often write things like ‘I am apologetic you have such an ahjumma fan’, but I don’t agree with the way they see themselves. If only they could exercise regularly like normal girls do, and thinks of themselves as young ones, it’ll be really good (laughs)”.

“My gratitude towards fans has always been sitting itself deep down there in my heart. The love I get from my fans, I want to reciprocate them all. But not just by words, I want to also express it in my actions and in a concrete manner. I want to reciprocate them like that. Such a thought has always been in my mind”.

Who knows if he will also be presenting any special present to fans in his upcoming DVD photobook to be released end of October. After which, he will also be attending to a charity event “Message to Asia” with Bae Yong-joon at Tokyo Dome on December 14. After current drama ‘Playful Kiss’ ends, fans who have been anticipating his singer activities will also get their wish granted.

“Had sung for Playful Kiss’ OST, and is also doing preparations for my new album. I want to have enough time to go thoroughly prepare for an awesome album. To be honest I am also practising choreography for my new dance songs that will be inclusive in my new album. Though I am focusing mainly on drama for now, I still want to show everyone the side of a singer who has better matured, even if it may be just a little bit. So please, do anticipate much. Same for dancing, I will show even more hype in dancing”.

That one sentence he recalls whenever he is lonely – “So long as you go ahead to do it, you can”

He wants to give this piece of sentence to every friend out there who is in anguish.

Despite hitting the nail, he never does give up finding his road ahead — and that is Kim Hyun Joong.

Be it as an actor, or a singer, he seems to be slowly slowly, little by little, expanding his pavement ahead of him…

Credits: http://blog.naver.com/metapho7/10094501278 + (English translation) Ode Scans by: http://blog.daum.net/elley0606

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Aigoo, Leader speaks about his ideal girl! Do you fit the description? Kekeke. My favorite is the highlighted paragraph in green. He really loves his fans, and he's so humble, he doesn't let all the fame get into his head. He's really a gem.

Our Leader is on the cover of the October Issue of Hallyu Wave Magazine! Every time these magazines place Hyun Joong on their covers, I'm sure the copies will be selling like hotcakes! Hyun Joong is a major eye candy! Thanks to Elley for these beautifully scanned images. A few of these will go straight to my cellphone desktop. LOL.

I love love love this interview! Now we hear it from a 3rd member. First Leader, then Baby, and now Jung Min... SS501 is NOT disbanded, and WILL NEVER BE disbanded! SS501 = 5 forever as 1! For those who have stopped believing in them, I hope you guys believe them now... Thank you so much Jung Minnie! Looking forward to your Facebook account!

1st paragraph:

Jungmin greets and fans and basically talks about how he is learning Japanese and also Chinese now. Everyday, he has 2 hours of lessons on Chinese. He also took out a book that contains words in Chinese (adjectives, verbs, singular words etc) showing how diligent he is in learning now. He hopes that one day, he can speak to the Chinese fans without a translator.

Jungmin also mention that he knows there are a lot of fans out of Korea waiting for him. He says that he often receives letters from Taiwanese fans writing to him in Japanese ^^

2nd Paragraph:

[The PLAY magazine congratulates Jungmin on joining CNR Media]

Jungmin: I'm very honoured! To join CNR Media, this really outstanding team. I'm really excited! I hope that through their international standing in the entertainment sector, they can help me move towards achieving my goal of being an all-rounded artiste; whether it's music, acting or other areas, I hope through the process of learning, I'll be able to perform my best!

[PLAY ask if Jungmin will be nervous about the photoshoot for the new company]

Jungmin: Rather than nervous, I should say my feelings are close to shyness. Afterall, I've rest for a quite a while, plus I'm now doing the photoshoot alone. It feels like everyone are all looking at me, making me feel so embarrassed!

** PLAY also mention that Jungmin looked very well and they anticipate his future movie, as well as different genres of his music. They also revealed that other than meeting up with his good friends, Jungmin also went for a holiday with his family members, and he is living very well.

3rd paragraph:

[Thank you PLAY! Now, can I do a promotion for myself?]

Other than acting, Jungmin's company in Korea is also doing very well. Is there a chance of him entering the Taiwanese market in future?

Jungmin (Immediately begin to joke): Thank you PLAY! So now I can do a promotion for myself? Everyone's attention is now on my ROYAL AVENUE, right! At the moment, the company is still in the process of growing. Already there are plans to go into markets in mainland China, Japan, Singapore & other overseas markets.

However, from what I know, at this moment we have not found any suitable person/company to work with yet.

Hopefully in future, we are able to bring to Taiwanese friends the good news!

Oh yes! Let me continue more! I want to say thank you here to many Greenpeas Princess, whom, no matter how far it is, they still come all the way to Korea. I seriously love you all!

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PLAY: Speaking of his business, Jungmin has plenty of creative ideas. However, he also continuously emphasize that no matter how many new ideas that he have, none of this matters more than his artiste works, which is his number 1 priority.

After joining the new company for awhile, there's still many detailed preparations to do.

Other than learning new languages, at this moment Jung min is also having "Singing", "Dancing", "Acting" lessons. Not wasting a single minute or section, and fully in an "ON AIR"


4th Paragraph

[This year, the important wish I want to ask for during mid-autumn moon festival (Korean: CHUSEOK FESTIVAL) is...]

PLAY: As Korea is soon to celebrate CHUSEOK festival, how are you going to spend that day? Are there any plans?

Jungmin: CHUSEOK is a very important festival. On that day, we Koreans will definitely celebrate it with our family. I am now living with my father, mother and sister, therefore if there is no schedule on that day, I think I will be staying at home to help with the housework, while waiting for my big brother and his wife to bring all my nephews(and nieces) over for dinner!

After that, this year I would like to wish for an important wish in front of the mid-autumn moonlight.

About the contents of my wish....I will let all of you know in September!


PLAY: Even though he is only celebrating the festival is such a simple manner, Jungmin still continues to smile brightly, resulting in the people around to feel full of happiness.

Jungmin: Maybe it is the typical O blood type and Taurus sign! I am quite optimistic, always keeping a good and happy feeling, and facing people around me with a smile. I will feel happiness just doing that, seeing how everyone's mood is happy as well, I will be happy myself!


PLAY: Jungmin's bright smile caused the cold (due to air-conditioner being turn on to a high degree) filming site be filled with warm.


5th paragraph:

[Our promise to our fans will never be forgotten!]

To be a good boss, the most important thing is knowing how to use the right person, to do the right thing.

To understand the company situation in a down-to-earth manner, it is important to always encourage the workers, and understand their point of view!

Jungmin feels that there is no other better way to let himself improve than through better understanding.

Therefore, Jungmin wants to use PLAY to convey am message to the GREENPEA PRINCESSES: (P.S The words below are completely not from PLAY, not a single word is being cut off either)

SS501's members is going solo, but we are not disbanded. In future, we will not disband either!

Among us, other than Hyun Joong who has entered the filming of " Mischievous Kiss", Young Saeng, Hyung Jun and Kyu Jong are all in an "OFF MODE". After all, we have been working for some years and we haven't had the chance to rest properly. Therefore, we are using this chance to fully rest and recharge. Perhaps after that, we will have different growth in terms of thinking. Right now, we are communicating through text messaging to let each other know each other's progress.

A few days ago, I just met Hyung Jun to have dinner!

After a while, when everyone's body and mind has received sufficient rest and preparation, we will continue to plan for 501's activities. I promise that once there is news, we will immediately inform everyone. At that time, you all must be there!

Recently, I plan to open a FACEBOOK account. After it's completed, Princesses you all have to come take a look!

(P.S So wonderful! Actually after hearing Jungmin's touching promise, PLAY can already without hesitation, and tearfully transmit this good news to everyone... Therefore, until then!)


6th Paragraph

[Forever with a grateful heart, to help those who need help]

PLAY: Previously Jungmin has mentioned that his quote in life is "Forever with a grateful heart, to help those who need help"

After switching to a new company and starting his new path, Jungmin has not changed this view of his.

Jungmin: I think I will always hold on to this viewpoint throughout the rest of my life!

PLAY: Jungmin says after moving to a new home, it does not mean that he has cut off relations with his previous company (DSP). Whenever he is free, he will still return to DSP to walk around.

Other than seeing how the crew and workers are doing, Jungmin also said:

"I can also visit our juniors as well, and see if they are seriously working hard! HAHA!"

Jungmin also says that he is very grateful to DSP for grooming him. Towards this grateful feeling, he will always keep it in his heart, just like this quote in life, this will never change.

Rough translation by: wonderrrLiz501@liezle's blog

Who is the most terrifying member when he is angry?

Fan’s choice: #1 Kim Hyun Joong
Reason: He seems like a muscular guy so when he is angry, he should be the most terrifying one.

Fan’s choice: #2 Kim Kyu Jong
Reason: Just by looking at his appearance will be able to know, when he does not talk when angry, he is the most terrifying one.

SS501′s choice: Kim Hyung Jun

Hyung Jun → Jung Min: I don’t know why but he is scary.
Hyun Joong → Hyung Jun: Although he is always laughing and joking, but when he is angry, it will be the most scariest.
Young Saeng → Hyung Jun: He is always pursuing perfect look, if he is angry, it will be super scary.
Jung Min → Hyung Jun: When he is angry, he will look like one who is ready to shoot people using a gun.
Kyu Jong → Hyung Jun: Although he is usually very relaxed, but when he is angry, I am really scared.

Who is the most romantic member?

Fan’s choice: Park Jung Min
Reason: The charisma he releases is ‘I am the most romantic one~ WOO.’

SS501′s choice: Park Jung Min

Hyung Jun → Jung Min: You will head to the direction of romance just by looking at him.
Hyun Joong → Jung Min: He will know what romantic stuff to say according to different occasion.
Young Saeng → Jung Min: Just by seeing the pose he poses will know it!
Jung Min → Young Saeng: Love professor, Young Saeng. Of course he must be romantic!
Kyu Jong → Young Saeng: He may not be that romantic. But whenever doing promotion or other things, he will tend to say stuff that warms one, i think that it will be him.

Who is the most diligent member?

Fan’s choice: Heo Young Saeng
Reason: He wakes up very early to do the work (housework), and always do things perfectly.

SS501’s choice: Kim Kyu Jong

Hyung Jun → Kyu Jong: He is always working very hard and is always the first to reach the recording studio everyday.
Hyun Joong → Kyu Jong: After the activities, he will wake up very early to do work (housework)
Young Saeng → Kyu Jong: Just like his appearance, by looking, he is a honest and hardworking person.
Jung Min → Kyu Jong: He is really impressive (hard-working) when practicing.
Kyu Jong → Jung Min: He will take the lead to clean the recording studio after recording or practicing.

Who is the member who loves to cry?

Fan’s choice: #1 Heo Young Saeng
Reason: His eyes seems to be filled with tears every-time

Fan’s choice: # 2 Kim Hyun Joong
Reason: He looks like he is always pretending to be strong.

SS501′s choice: Heo Young Saeng

Hyung Jun → Young Saeng: His personality is like a child.
Hyun Joong → No one: Nobody cries after we debuted. We, SS501 does not cry.
Young Saeng → Young Saeng: In fact, i cried one time after the debut stage. I don’t know why but I just…
Jung Min → Jung Min: In the past, I always cried when practicing.
Kyu Jong → Young Saeng: His personality is just like a child.

Who is the most cautious member?

Fan’s choice: Heo Young Saeng
Reason: He does not like to speak, even when he is unhappy, he will keep it in his heart.

SS501′s choice: Kim Hyun Joong

Hyung Jun → Kyu Jong: He will carry a cautious attitude on things he does not know.
Hyun Joong → Kyu Jong: Kyu Jong is a blood A-type, a very typical A-type.
Young Saeng → Hyun Joong: Although he doesn’t show it, we can see vaguely his careful look.
Jung Min → Hyun Joong: His other nickname is ‘Hidden Hyun Joong’, meaning that he is very careful.
Kyu Jong → Hyun Joong: His personality is always nature. Because he experienced this in the past, so he even headed towards ‘Once bitten, twice shy’ direction.

Which member has most leadership qualification?

Fan’s choice: #1 Kim Hyun Joong
Reason: He seems like he will lead the others just by one look.

Fan’s choice: #2 Kim Kyu Jong
Reason: He is the kind of person who will say ‘Where did XXX go again?’ this kind of words.

SS501′s choice: Kim Hyun Joong & Park Jung Min

Hyung Jun → Hyun Joong: Hyun Joong hyung is always looking after us.
Hyun Joong → Jung Min: He usually bother when a lot of people is not present when he counts.
Young Saeng → Jung Min: No matter what happens, he is always the first to be concerned and worry about us.
Jung Min → Hyun Joong: He has leadership qualification, and always concerned about everything.
Kyu Jong → Young Saeng: He is the eldest, so he should take care of us.

Who is the most MAN among the members?

Fan’s choice: #1 Kim Hyun Joong
Reason: Just by seeing his figure, the muscles and stare will know….

Fan’s choice: #2 Park Jung Min
Reason: Although he gives people a warm-looking look, but because of his character, he is the strongest one.

SS501′s choice: Kim Hyun Joong

Hyung Jun → Hyun Joong: He hates dragging when doing a decision.
Hyun Joong → Jung Min: He said himself directly that he is very MANly.
Young Saeng → Hyun Joong: Too~ Man
Jung Min → Hyun Joong: The way he throw the clam into the pot when cooking clam soup, he is very manly…. Sweat.
Kyu Jong → Hyun Joong: When he was young, people already said that he is very manly.

Which member loves himself the most?

Fan’s choice: #1 Park Jung Min
Reason: He seems like he has no trouble the whole day. The camera is just like his mirror, he always praise himself in front of the screen saying that he is the ‘Pretty Boy’, so should be the most narcissistic one.

Fan’s choice: #2 Kim Hyung Jun
Reason: When listening to the radio where he DJ, he said ‘Am i too handsome?’

SS501′s choice: Park Jung Min

Hyung Jun → Jung Min: He always tells us that he is the most perfect man.
Hyun Joong → Hyung Jun: He is always carrying a mirror.
Young Saeng → Jung Min: Always self-praise himself ‘handsome’
Jung Min → Kyu Jong: He himself is already the narcissistic one.
Kyu Jong → Young Saeng: Mirror prince!!!

Credits: http://www.doubles501.com/bbs + SS501 Baidu + (English translation) rainaftershine.wordpress.com
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I really love these magazine features. It lets us take a peek into the members' opinions and lives. Under the question Who Is The Member Who Loves To Cry, YS and JM answered themselves. LOL. I thought it was Maknae who's the cry baby? And I always thought Mal was the scariest of them all, but for some reason, the rest of the members agreed that Baby is the most terrifying when angry! Only Hyung Jun thinks Jung Min is the most terrifying. And I laughed out loud when Jung Min said about Leader, "The way he throws the clam into the pot when cooking clam soup, he is very manly…. Sweat." Hahaha! These guys are adorable.

Below is an excerpt from Taiwan's Trendy Magazine May 2010 edition featuring SS501. There are more contents inside the magazine, but I'm only posting the short description of the members. Thank you to ss501ufo for the translation! This is a good read especially for new fans that are looking to get to know SS501 better.

Having superbly charming looked's Leader Kim, is well known for having the highest popularity in his group due to acting in idol drama, but he himself doesn't think like this. Can't help to say, living in this beauty boy's body, there actually resides an alien. Other than his leaping style thoughts which made others having difficulties to catch his meaning, and also he will often go into deep thoughts until floating out of the location. In addition to it, without any pre-warning, he will even do something which is out of the given script. However, from these, everybody would be able to see his truth character which is loyal to self.

As a leader he is very responsible, leading his younger brothers like a big brother. At the same time, showing his perseverance and perfectionism towards music. Even when he was hurt, he will hold on and force himself to not be absent in the 5 men stage. (Although everybody actually wish that he take good care of himself...)

Towards fans who are not obedient (For example doing dangerous act like waiting overnight and chasing after their transport in close contact) he will show a stern face and said some strong words. However, a person like him, can also blurted out words like 'It is not TS protecting us, but we protecting TS' This sentence has made the pea princess feel touched and cry.


Being nickedname as little otter's Young Saeng, is the most shy among SS501. Also because of his character which do not mix well with strangers, in most of the interview he was the one which spoke the least. But a person like him, is well known for having the most beautiful voice, almost all of the higher notes part (main part) of their songs were sung by him. Owning a clear eye's expression and also clean smile's Young Saeng, most often would be seen lowering down his head and smile, once in a while, he would also showed the playful look by pouting his face, also when playing his favourite music on piano he immerse in deep feelings, he is a shy prince who will always let people see his look of happiness.



Always steady and gentle, among SS501, most of the time, he is always standing at the side which do not favor any party and using a neutral perception to take care of the other members.

This Mr. Yes who has the tamest character, has another side who loves teddy bears. Most of the time he is a gentle and obedient big boy, even his members who is together with him all the time mentioned that seems like they had never seen him throwing a temper. Don't talk a lot, always fighting for the trophy of least words with Prince Young Saeng in the team (wish to tell them actually there's no such trophy). Everytime when met with some embarassing incident, he will cover his face, looking pure and lovely. At the same time, he is very talented in magic and also being comical.


The youngest Hyung Jun, is said to be the world's well known spoilt king. When happy, he will even ask for bobo (kiss) from other members, full of youthfulness and energetic. Most likely to quarrel together with Jung Min, Tom Cat and Jerry Mouse war will be on air all the time.

Hyung Jun who is always being cared and 'disciplined with love' by his elder brothers, is like a lovable child that never grows up. He who is very respectful of leader Hyun Joong, even openly revealing in programs that he wish he could be reborn as Hyun Joong, even thought he was being seriously put down by Hyun Joong. Also Hyun Joong has once complained openly before that Hyung Jun actually loves to act like a spoiled kid, too extreme until not like a normal person, but unintentionally in his words and action, he still showed his care and concern towards him. Only can say, in the universe who could beat this SS501 Maknae Hyung Jun who has exceptional attractive smile?


Park Mal is really a typical Aries boy. This willful, unreasonable and naggy child, owns confidence from unknown origin, keep loving to praise himself, being mocked by other members for contracting 'prince sickness', he is even well known as the terrorist among the members.

However, his thoughtfulness towards the TS can be obviously seen, when he was in Taiwan, it was believed that those vicious legends were dissolved by this friendly Mal's loveable smile and passionate fan service. Even make the pea princess secretly 'climb over wall' (Laugh). Actually, he who has a sensitive nature, only loves to show off a strong front by lips, on the surface seems to be bullying people, but actually this is his style of showing his care and love towards the other members. Always doesn't care about his image just in order to heat up the atmosphere, therefore, places with him are mostly full of bustles. Wish that Park Sexy Charima will happily present to TS even more sexy style and lovable smile and also his professional selca!

Credits to (mag scan) yy148@SS601 + (English translation) SS501UFO @ Planet Hyun
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Elle Girl Magazine - Idol Award

This is an article shared by a Korean TS when she was at the saloon. While flipping through the magazine, she found some comments about idols. Among them there's SS501, so she used her handphone to record down the words, but she didn't take the pictures, according to her, there's a photograph of Hyun Joong in 'Boys over Flowers'.

The followings are the portion of oppa-deul's questions and answers.

(Pg 198-201)

Q4.
4) Member with most terrific body
5) Most charming face
7) Most anticipated star when releasing solo album
9) Group which I think is most perfect

4) Member with most terrific body

Kim Hyun Joong
- Sometimes when look at the actual look of the boy group member, you will feel disappointed. Kim Hyun Joong would definitely won't let you disappointed. Tall build, small face, not too skinny and not too strong like a bull. Even when standing beside all the wild weeds beside Han river, Kim Hyun Joong let people feel like he is standing beside an European style garden. [Kim Bo Mi - "Elle" Feature Editor]

5) Most charming face

Kim Hyun Joong
- Most of the time when singers went to film drama, when comparing to professional actors, their outlook might be inferior. However, Kim Hyun Joong in 'Boys over Flowers' is definitely not worst than Kim Bum and Lee Min Ho who are originally actors. It is very difficult to find such a charming idol singer like him. [Park Ji Ho - "Arena" Feature Director]

- Kim Hyun Joong has a face, charm, beauty which could capture the Asia market, just like a comic main character, he is a born idol. [Jo Min Ki - '꽃미남애호' (Flowery Pretty Boy Hobby) Columnist]

- Impeccably charming face, his pure and sunny look made him endearing to people. [Lua - Illustrator]

7) Most anticipated star when releasing solo album

Kim Hyun Joong
- Dedicated when performing on stage, his thoughts surprised most when off-stage, he is simply adorable. If he could release a solo album, it would definitely generate high sales. [Kim Eun Ju - 제일기획 Copywriter]

9) Group which I think is most perfect

Heo Young Saeng
- SS501's Heo Young Saeng, 2pm's Woo Yong, BigBang's Dae Sung, SJ's Hae Chul if group together, will definitely be a big hit. [Cha Woo Jin - Pop Culture Critic]

Kim Hyun Joong
- DBSK's Hero Jae Joong and Micky Yu Cheon, BigBang's Top, SS501's Kim Hyun Joong, when 4 of them group together, it is definitely be the most outstanding F4 among all artists! [Jo Min Ki - '꽃미남애호' (Flowery Pretty Boy Hobby) Columnist]

- Bigbang's Top, 2pm's Taec Yeon, SS501's Kim Hyun Joong, Shinne's Jong Hyun. All have their strong point and all able to show their ability, they will make a high potential group. [Kim Bo Mi - "Elle" Feature Editor]

-SS501's Kim Hyun Joong, 2PM's Nichkun, SJ's Hae Chul, they can form a 4D group. [Lee Ming Yeong - Internet Writer]

Credits: SS601 + (Chinese translation) tkdska@www.hyunjoongchina.com + (English translation) SS501UFO.blogspot.com
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Since it's the last day of the year, and tomorrow will be the first day of another year... this post came in perfect timing. Thank you to the one who patiently translated this for us! This is such a treat! 400 Questions answered by SS501 themselves! Get to know each member as they reveal 80 things about themselves. For those who are just getting to know SS501, you will know the basic things about these 5 wonderful men. For the rest of us who are already hard core Triple S fans, I'm sure there are some tidbits of info here that we are only discovering for the first time. So read on, and let's end year 2009 with some SS501 overload and let's start year 2010 getting to know more about SS501!

001. Date of birth & blood type : 06 June 1986, Type B
002. Height, weight & feet size : 181cm, 67kg, 275mm
003. Nickname : Dog
004. Place of birth : Seoul
005. Family members : Grandmother, Father, Mother, Elder Brother
006. Most respected person : Seo Tai Ji
007. Interest & specialty : Instrumental performances
008. Average hours of sleep : 6 ~ 7 hours
009. You're most proud of : Being a part of SS501
010. Certifications : Taekwondo black belt & driving licenses for class 1 vehicles, motorcycles & cars (whoaaa!!!)
011. 1st thing when you wake up : Bathe (Leader, the shower fanatic!)
012. Ideal breakfast menu : Ramen
013. Strength of handshake : Medium
014. Favorite phrase : "Really" (hahaha!)
015. Briefly describe yourself : World Peace (what's this a beauty pageant answer?)
016. Briefly describe Young Saeng : Angel (HyunSaeng!!!)
017. Briefly describe Kyu Jong : Pure (innocent kyu!)
018. Briefly describe Jung Min : Wild (LOL! Perfect description!)
019. Briefly describe Hyung Jun : Coquetry (meaning, like a little kid asking for favors)
020. Favorite character (animation, TV etc) : Everyone on board the ship in 'One Piece'
021. Best Voice Imitation of : Anderson Kim
022. Ringing tone : Silent
023. Favorite color : Black
024. Describe yourself with a color : Black
025. Describe Young Saeng with a color : White (what is it with YS being an angel? i thought he's a bad boy now?)
026. Describe Kyu Jong with a color : Yellow
027. Describe Jung Min with a color : Black
028. Describe Hyung Jun with a color : Green
029. Favorite vegetables : Mushroom broccoli
030. Prefer ocean or mountain : Mountain
031. Favorite corner at home : My bedroom
032. Favorite physical part of your body : Collarbone (Phew! Sexy!)
033. Future dream : Doing my own music
034. Instruments played : Now self-learning guitar, bass, drum, triangle, castanets
035. 1st album purchased : Seo Tai Ji & children 2nd LP
036. 1st LIVE performance watched : Limp Bizkit
037. Favorite artiste : Seo Tai Ji, Limp Bizkit, KORN, Metallica, U2, Marilyn Manson, Lifehouse, etc
038. Artiste that you desired to work with : Seo Tai Ji
039. Favorite performing artiste : Lee Hyori
040. Song suitable for listening while driving around : Blind (Lifehouse)
041. Most frequently sang song at practice studio : To Be Fortunate by Lee Tuck
042. Favorite SS501 song : Wings of the World
043. Role in SS501 : Leader
044. 1st impression of Young Saeng : Very pure (I swear, I'm getting goosebumps with this couple)
045. 1st impression of Kyu Jong : Has a very pure soul
046. 1st impression of Jung Min : Very old-looking (hahaha! poor Mal!)
047. 1st impression of Hyung Jun : Cute
048. An ideal man is : Someone who can work and play as necessary
049. An ideal woman is : Someone who is like friend, a flawless simple female
050. An ideal date is : Play musical instruments together
051. In 50 years' time, you'll be : A father
052. Best in cooking : Ramen
053. Like & dislike Korean dish : Like beef mixed soup, dislike dog meat
054. Favorite drink : Apple juice
055. Dislike drink : Tomato juice (me too!)
056. Favorite (best) subject : Physical education
057. Dislike (worst) subject : English (hahaha, cmon leader you need to learn English!)
058. Favorite movie : Unbearable Frivolous of Love
059. Favorite book (novel, comic etc) : One Piece
060. Favorite sport : Football
061. Favorite brand : General Idea
062. Essence of handsome looks : Hats
063. Favorite perfume : None (huh? how come?)
064. Favorite flower : Sakura (cherry blossoms)
065. Favorite online game : Football game
066. Favorite game : Catch ghost (don't you mean hide-and-seek, Leader? or really ghost catching?)
067. Favorite animal : Dog
068. Describe yourself as an animal : Lion (Roaaarrr!!!)
069. Describe Young Saeng as an animal : Female lion (OMO!!! His mate???)
070. Describe Kyu Jong as an animal : Young male lion (when did SS501 become a family of lions?)
071. Describe Jung Min as an animal : Young female lion
072. Describe Hyung Jun as an animal : Female lion
073. Prefer phone calls or SMS : Phone calls
074. Frequently thinking of : Will the aliens come to Earth in 2012? (some things never change)
075. Motto : Please do not download albums illegally!! (YES! Support SS501 by buying the original!)
076. If there's rebirth, you want to be : Alien (and a handsome one at that!)
077. How you deal with difficulties : Sleep (of course, leader the sleepyhead)
078. To achieve world peace : Abandon nuclear weapons, ban new inventions of weapons
079. 3 things to bring to a deserted island : Plane, petrol, pilot (so witty!)
080. Thing that cannot be left behind : My instruments