[11.02.17] Dongwan’s memolog: Members…

I’ve been contacting them via my old number. ㅎ
So I sent them my iPhone number.
And…

Classified as spam
Congratulations on becoming an old man!
F***

Would you like a serving of flea?

Caption: Please do not upload on sites other than fansites.

p.s
To the colossal number of fans across the country
I’ve always received confirmation (permission) from the members before I upload their photos.
^_^

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.16] Dongwan’s memolog: Goguma who has been sleeping a lot.

Goguma who has been sleeping a lot…

And doesn’t get up in the morning…. -_-

In the past he would lift his head if I was taking photos…
Now he only looks up.
ㅜㅜ

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.11] Twitpics from Shim Eun Jin/Song Baek Kyung (featuring Minwoo!)

Credits: Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.11] Kim Dongwan fills in for Tony An on “100 Points out of 100 Points”

First-generation idol Kim Dongwan fills in for Tony An as a one-day MC on KBS2′s “100 Points out of 100 Points” and proves that his variety instinct is still very much intact.

After being discharged from military service, Kim Dongwan has been appearing on various variety shows, and this time he fills in for Tony An – who recently suffered the loss of his father – on the show as a special one-day MC.

During the recording for this particular episode, Kim Dongwan was even more enthusiastic about the games than the juniors and often came up with witty adlibs.

In addition, Kim Dongwan left fellow MC Park Myung Soo flustered with his remarks. Unlike Tony An who seems intimidated by Park Myung Soo, Kim Dongwan teamed up with MC Park Kyung Lim to “attack” Park Myung Soo instead, much to the laughter of the guests.

This episode will be aired on 12 Feb at 5.15pm on KBS2.

Credits: Osen + Absolut Shinhwa

Mnet “Director’s Cut Season 2″ Ep 1 – trailer

Credits: athevan@YT

[11.02.11] Dongwan’s Naver blog: 2011 (main page updated)

Even though I always say this…
I don’t eat chocolate.
I don’t like chocolate.
Because when I’m working out (to build muscles) I will eat 3 to 4 bars…
Something that you do when you’re suffering, you will end up hating it, isn’t that how it is?
(Like a model on a diet who eats only chicken breast, she will hate even looking at chickens…)
So please don’t give chocolates. To me…
I will give them all away even if I receive them! ㅎㅎㅎ

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.11] ‘Poseidon’ to premiere on 9th May on SBS

Eric’s comeback drama project “Poseidon” will take over the Mon-Tue slot from “Midas” on SBS in early May.

A rep from the production team told Newsen on 11 Feb, “Poseidon will begin airing from early May, after Midas – starring Kim Hee Ae, Jang Hyuk and Lee Min Jung – wraps up.”

“Poseidon” stars Kim Kang Woo, Eric, DBSK’s U-Know Yunho, Kim Ok Bin and Jeon Hye Bin among others. Filming has already started in Tongyeong and Gunsan.

The rep added, “Due to the cold weather, filming is scheduled to resume next week. As the drama is about the special rescue team within the coast guard, the cast members are all putting in their best efforts prior to filming. The cast members are all getting along with one another very well.”

“Poseidon” is slated to premiere on 9th May.

Credits: Newsen + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.11] “My ideal type is Sulli”, Kim Dongwan’s tug-of-war with fans

The interesting “psychological battle” between Shinhwa’s Kim Dongwan and his fans has turned into a hot topic lately.

Footage of Kim Dongwan’s first post-military service fanmeeting in Seoul was unveiled on KBS2′s Entertainment Relay. Kim Dongwan, who was recently discharged from military service in December, chose KARA’s Han Seung Yeon and f(x)’s Sulli as his “energizers” during his service period. When Kim Dongwan justified his choice with the reason that “Sulli has a pretty face”, he was greeted with playful jeers from the fans who said, “She can be your daughter!”

Kim Dongwan got up from his seat and yelled in mock rage, “I don’t mean it that way!” – leading to an adorable squabble with the fans. The unexpected “standoff” between Kim Dongwan and his fans has amused many.

Netizens who saw the footage commented, “You can feel their affection amidst the noisy banter”, and that “Kim Dongwan and his fans are really adorable”.

Credits: Sports Chosun + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.11] Shin Hyesung returns after 1 year with appearance on Mnet’s “Director’s Cut”

Singer Shin Hyesung will make a comeback with an appearance on the 11th Feb episode of Mnet’s music program ‘Director’s Cut’. He recently recorded the first episode of the show in Mokpo.

According to the production team, “Shin Hyesung, together with MCs Yoon Jong Shin and Harim, as well as guitarist Jo Jung Chi, Lyn and ZE:A member Hwang Kwanghee, all participated in the production process of the 2011 remake of the classic “Tears of Mokpo”. Shin Hyesung’s enthusiasm is evident as he even prepared materials about Mokpo before the trip.”

In the first episode of the show scheduled to air on 11 Feb, Yoon Jong Shin manages to speak to trot legend Nam Jin who hails from Mokpo, and hears about his memories of Lee Nan Young, who’s the original singer of “Tears of Mokpo”, and other heartwarming stories.

Credits: Osen + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.09] Liveworks notice: Mnet “Director’s Cut”

Hello, this is Liveworks Company.

The first episode of Mnet’s “Director’s Cut Season 2″ has been scheduled to air on 11 Feb (Friday) at 11pm
And Shin Hyesung will be the first guest on the show.

Mnet’s “Director’s Cut” is a music programme that has received much love last year
And for its second season, it will take on a new concept of a 2 day-1 night trip.

“Director’s Cut Season 2″, also known as “Director’s Cut – Street Musicians”, takes on a reality show format
During an impromptu trip, 2011′s versions of our country’s greatest hits over the years will be performed, and the show will take on a “music hitchhiking” concept.

This is a chance for everyone to catch Shin Hyesung, who hasn’t appeared on any show for a long time
So we hope all the fans will look forward to this and give their support.

Thank you.

Credits: Liveworks + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.09] Liveworks notice: Delayed release date for Hyesung’s 4th album…

Hello, this is Liveworks Company.

We have some unfortunate news to deliver.

Firstly, the release of Shin Hyesung’s 4th album – which was previously scheduled for late February/early March – will be delayed.

After the year-end concert last year, Hyesung has been fully committed to working on the album
But he has now come down with a serious bout of influenza and body aches.
In the meantime, while he’s been monitoring his health status, he has been coming for recording sessions whenever he is feeling better
But we’ve decided that recording cannot proceed right now.

To us here at Liveworks,
The health of our artists is our top priority,
So we’ve put recording on hold,
And Hyesung will resume recording once he fully recovers.

To the fans who’ve been waiting for so long, this is a rather disappointing piece of news
And we are truly sorry about that, and we seek the understanding of the fans.
We will put in our best efforts so that the album can be released as soon as possible
And after we resume the recording sessions,
We will announce the exact date of release through an official notice.

To the fans, please take good care of your health,
And once we’ve firmed up all the details regarding the 4th album
We will make an announcement via the official website.

Thank you.

Credits: Liveworks + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.08] Dongwan’s memolog: Sima-sshi~

Note from Sumi:

Sima is the founder/admin of Yoenin, Dongwan’s main Korean fansite/club – which explains why she gets a personal birthday message from the man himself! *envious*

Here’s a birthday shoutout to her too, 생일 축하합니다 시마님~ ^^
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As we grow older together, I’ve prepared a birthday meal for you!

Not.

It’s just the breakfast I had on the day of the Osaka fanmeeting~ㅋ

Happy birthday~! ^_^

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.08] Dongwan’s memolog: At the hospital today…

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There were a lot of people, since it’s the New Year holidays, and I expected to wait for some time
So I sat in the corner, and quietly chatted with my Japanese friend over Whatsapp.

After about 20 minutes…
The nurse – “Mr Kim Dongwan~”
..
Me – “Hai!” (“yes” in Japanese)
…..

There was a silence of about 2 seconds…

Saying “HAI!”…. Well…-_-;
People would think that I’ve been living in Japan…ㅜㅜ

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.08] Dongwan’s Naver blog: 2011 (main page updated)

The Year of the Rabbit. Let’s all be as cute as the rabbit~!

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.02.07] Dongwan’s memolog: Gundam-sshi.

Hello, how are you?

Thanking you in advance for your help.

My name is Kim Dongwan…ㅎㅎㅎ

Ack!

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.01.31] Dongwan’s Naver blog: 2011 (main page updated)

Note from Sumi:

The first 2 lines are taken from a children’s New Year song (just in case you’re interested to know how it sounds like, here you go). For reference, the day before Seollal is referred to as “Kkachi Seollal” (Magpie New Year’s Day) – thus the lyrics of the song…

I think it’s a festive week for many of us, in whatever culture it may be (Chinese New Year, Seollal, Tết), so here’s wishing everyone HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

By the way – new profile pic!

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까치 까치 설날은 어저께고요~ (Kkachi kkachi seollareun eojeokkegoyo~)
Magpie, magpie, New Year’s Day was yesterday~
우리 우리 설날은 오늘이래요~ (Uri uri seollareun oneul iraeyo~)
Us, us, New Year’s Day comes today~

Enjoy the holidays together with your family~!!!

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.01.30] Kim Dongwan and Lee Hongki revive the ‘Avatar Date’ segment on MBC’s ‘Hot Brothers’

Shinhwa’s Kim Dongwan and FT Island’s Lee Hongki recently became the first stars of the revived ‘Avatar Date’ segment on MBC’s ‘Hot Brothers’.

Kim Dongwan-Tony An and Lee Hongki-Lee Kikwang took part in 2 separate blind dates. Competition was stiff between Kim Dongwan and Tony An, the first generation idols. The MCs also issued difficult instructions to the both of then, further livening up the atmosphere.

Kim Dongwan was instructed to perform ‘Eusha Eusha’ without music accompaniment, show off his muscular physique to impress the lady, and even bursting into tears.

(Other details omitted)

This episode will be broadcast on 30 January.

Credits: Newsen + Absolut Shinhwa

[11.01.28] Dongwan’s memolog: Shindong, Eunhyuk, Lee Teuk

‘I thought the kids look really tired because they just came back from China yesterday,
It’s actually because they have been rehearsing for Strong Heart’s Teukigayo segment from the moment they got back until 4am and didn’t catch any sleep…’
What Hong Kyungmin-hyung said~

I should really self-reflect on the times back then when I would happily go out to play if the practice studio was being used by H.O.T.
The staff and seniors are all praising the three of them, saying that their sense of wit and satire is really great!

So, we have to give them all our support!
These three juniors can ‘rescue’ any boring story~!
Of course they are also great singers too…^_^

Credits: Dongwan’s Naver blog + Absolut Shinhwa

Pic: Dongwan with Hwang Bo and Chae Yeon (MBC Star Idol Athletic C’ship)

credit: Absolut Shinhwa

[11.01.27] Kim Dongwan, “Shinhwa will not disband, all 6 members will reunite for a comeback”

Shinhwa member Kim Dongwan clarified Shinhwa’s comeback plans on SBS Power FM’s ‘Park So Hyun’s Love Game’ on 21 Jan.

When asked about what activities are in store for Shinhwa in future, Kim Dongwan replied, “In 2012, when Junjin, Minwoo and Andy are all discharged from their military duties, all 6 members will definitely gather for a comeback.”

He said, “Even if we’re only short of one person, it will be meaningless. The six of us want to sing ‘Brand New’ together again as Shinhwa”, showing a strong will towards making Shinhwa’s comeback happen.

Kim Dongwan added, “Although Shinhwa is a first-generation idol group having made our debut in 1998, but due to our individual activities and military obligations, it has been a long time since we released an album under the name of Shinhwa. But this is different from disbanding.”

He concluded, “We have never ever talked about disbanding before. We’re waiting for the time to stand on stage together again.”

“As hot-blooded youths we had our fair share of fights and disagreements, but we managed to come this far because of mutual recognition and because we complement one another. Shinhwa is alive and well.”

Credits: TV Report + Absolut Shinhwa