Shu Qi has no hope for marriage

Some women bravely move forward for love, knowing each other for only 20 days before getting engaged like, Barbie Hsu (Da S). While some women whom have been hurt deeply by love, which resulted in depression, no longer hold any expectations for marriage, like Shu Qi.

Shu Qi appeared on the cover of ELLE Magazine recently and during the interview revealed how deeply she was hurt by her former flame, Leon Lai. She had dated Leon Lai for 6 years and yet he refused to acknowledge their relationship. And if they bumped into reporters during their dates, Leon Lai would quickly leave without a word, leaving her to fend for herself.

This combined with the fact that the fans and Leon Lai’s father do not support their relationship led to Shu Qi’s emotional decline over the years which ultimately led to depression. She used a year quietly healing her wounds by learning Psychology for self-treatment. Right now, although she is more open minded towards her views on relationships, she bluntly said she does not harbour any expectations for marriage because she self professed to have no sense of responsibility.

When asked on her thoughts regarding the romance that blossomed between Leon Lai and model Gaile Lok, who is currently his wife, Shu Qi replied “When you love someone, you won’t think too much about it; when you don’t love anymore, then just separate. When your fate is over, it’s over, we should not compare who loved more or less, we must all take responsibility for our actions.”

Happy 5th Anniversary Super Junior!

On November 6th, 2005, Super Junior debuted with their first stage on SBS “Inkigayo“, winning the attention of the industry and audience with their large member count. The group continued their stellar success by branching out into various entertainment fields over the past 5 years. No longer containable within Korea’s wee market, the group burst to stardom in the whole of Asia. In celebration of their fifth anniversary just around the corner, let’s take a tour of Super Junior’s five year long history.

1. All-around entertainment talent: the “separate but together” strategy

On top of their singing careers, the members of Super Junior have branched out as actors, MCs, DJs, comedians, producers and models since their debut, letting the versatile individuals find their niche talent. Their “separate but together” was their motto and catchphrase since the debut. Though this strategy received questionable reaction from the industry, it is now widely accepted and emulated in the current market where all-around entertainers are highly coveted.

Even now, “separate but together” is their logo, earning praise and prominence in various fields. Siwon, Heechul, Kibum and Donghae all earned recognition as actors; Leetuek, EunHyuk and Shindong are daily doses of laughter with Radio DJing and variety shows; finally, Kyuhyun, Yesung, Sungmin,Ryeowook and Donghae actively participate in musicals and OSTs.

2. SuJu’s unique concept of “unit systems”

Super Junior pioneered the “unit system.” It was as unique and foreign as the “separate but together” strategy, but within years, various groups utilized the same method, making the unit system a landmark concept.

With excellent vocals, Kyuhyun, Ryeowook and Yesung created Suju’s ballad unit “Super Junior K.R.Y.” “Super Junior-T” was the first idol formation to delve into trot music. They also won various awards in China with “Super Junior-M” and when focusing on pleasant music created “Super Junior-Happy” to transform and fit into different performances and stages.

3. Widespread success across Asia

Super Junior’s story-packed five year history lead to their current status as one of the lead idol groups of Korea, winning the attention of the whole Asian continent.

Their 3rd album “Sorry Sorry” sold over 250 thousand copies and earned the Golden Disk Award, won the title “Album King” of 2009, was named “2009 Asia’s Most Popular Single” by Thailand’s Channel.V, ranked 1st for 36 straight weeks on Taiwan’s KKBOX, and 34 weeks on ezpeer+. The single “Sorry Sorry” spread like an epidemic in Asia.

Additionally, SuJu’s 4th album “BONAMANA” is expected to top album sales again, reigned for 22 weeks on KKBOX, and Japan’s famous drama named Super Junior as Korea’s top group, affirming their Asia’s superstar title.

Furthermore, their second Asia tour “Super Show 2” was presented fifteen times across nine cities and “Super Show 3″ across thirteen cities enthralling the global fans.

On November 6th, Super Junior will hold a party with their official fanclub at Seoul Korea University to commemorate their 5th year anniversary. Congrats to this talented group – we look forward to what the future years will bring!

Hyoyeon still has a crush on a mysterious male idol

On November 2nd, Hyoyeon confessed during a SNSD press conference that she still harbors a crush on the male idol that she mentioned back in May.

To refresh, Hyoyeon revealed that she had a crush on a male idol during an episode of ‘Strong Heart‘.

She said:

“I have a one-sided love with a male idol group member. I think of him every night before I go to sleep and he even appears in my dreams. He doesn’t have double eyelid and has a good sense of humor. I always check to see if our schedules are overlapping. When I have the same schedule as him, I put more effort into putting myself together.”

At the press conference, Hyoyeon was asked whether she still had a crush on the male idol.

She responded truthfully:

“Yes. It’s still the same. I like to see people who work hard. If by any chance anyone has an interest in me, if you show me that you are hard working, I’ll like you.“

Fellow SNSD member Sunny explained, ”When Hyoyeon sees people work hard on stage she says, ‘Wow, so hard-working. I wonder how much you had to practice to do that.’”

Overachievers all around the world, you may be the one Hyoyeon is looking for!

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Lee Dae Hae apologizes to Filipinos

On Wednesday 3rd November 2010, @cherry4eva84 said:

First I'd like to give you my sincere apologies for what seems to be a misunderstanding.

It has come to my attention that many of you from the Philippines have posted comments protesting that i was being derisive by mimicking Filipinos when they speak English.

Therefore, in light of this matter I'd like to take this opportunity to clear the air.
In spite of what many people believe, I myself did NOT mention anything
about the Philippines or Filipino accent whilst on the TV show.

On the other hand I recall bringing up Southeast Asia and not the Philippines and the subtitles were inserted when the show was being edited of which I was not aware of until it was aired.

The TV show where this footage was taken from was designed to amuse its audience and my sole purpose was to entertain the viewers by coming up with lighthearted stories.

Since the producer knows that i speak English he asked me if I could
share any episodes that touch upon the English language.

As we all know every country has a typical accent when its people speak English (including myself) so after giving it some thought, I came up with a few lines where I simply tried to compare different English accents: the somewhat rigid British accent and beginners in Southeast Asia whose English tends to be a little hard-edged. No pun or ridicule was intended.

As an individual who use to take English classes over the phone with a Filipino instructor, I give you my word that even the mere thought of mocking Filipinos would never cross my mind.
I cannot tell you how much Filipino fans mean to me and as much as I love them, I would in no way
hurt or upset them.

I hope I have clarified any misunderstandings and once again I am truly sorry if I inadvertently
hurt anyone's feelings.

-i really love you, my Filipino fans..

ARE YOU SURE?!

The MC clearly mentioned Philippines, they even showed the Philippine flag. If those people were only thinking, they would've not shown OUR flag and we would've not faced this depressing humiliation right now. This is so undeserved!!

Korean actress insults Filipino teachers

Korean actress and commercial endorser Lee Da Hae, who starred in dramas such as “My Girl” and “East of Eden,” has drawn the ire of Filipinos after a video uploaded on YouTube showed her mimicking and making fun of what she claimed as Filipino teachers’ English accent.

The actress, who was appointed this year as ambassador of the Korean government’s Presidential Committee on Green Growth, was a guest on a KBS entertainment program hosted by Shin Dong Yup. On the program, Lee tried to show how American, British and Filipino teachers speak English using the following as example: “Excuse me. I’m a little bit thirsty. Can I have a glass of water please?”

Koreans are obsessed with learning the English language and hundreds of foreign English teachers are employed by Korean schools and hagwons, or private academies that teach English. (In Korea, a number of Filipinos who are married to Koreans are allowed to teach the English language). Every year, hundreds of Koreans flock to the Philippines and enroll in English courses in colleges and universities. Lee is one of the only few Korean celebrities who can speak English. She lived and finished high school in Australia.

On the TV program, Lee tried to impress the program host and other celebrities present with her supposed skill in the English language. After imitating American and British accents, Lee made fun of Filipinos and showed her version of Fiipino teachers’ English accent and even got an “excellent” rating from the program.

Filipino netizens were not amused by Lee’s insult and slammed the actress for being racist, ignorant and even having poor English accent herself. The angry comments also included invectives against the actress.

Lee was also criticized by netizens on Twitter.

Here are some of the more than 1,400 comments on YouTube:

“She was my idol when she portrayed Jasmine in “My Girl”. She really let me down… two thumbs down to her.”

“Her British accent actually sucks. Big time.”

“(Lee Da Hae), you’re a racist.”

“I guess the lady in the video shows how ignorant she is about the Philippines and its people.”

“When you ask Korean students why they are here in the Philippines, the usual answer is that they want to learn English here. By ridiculing the way Filipinos speak English, she’s also ridiculing all those hundreds of Korean students who chose to be in the Philippines to learn English.”

“I’m so disappointed with you Lee Da Hae.”

Manila Buletin

Shawols show support for Jonghyun

It has been a week since news broke that SHINee’s Jonghyun was in a relationship with actress Shin Se Kyung, and the news subsequently turned the idol dating scene upside down.

While there have been many fans who were left heartbroken, there has also been an equal number who have continued to show their support, and some in particular have caught the eye recently.

Time cures everything, and some fans have already showed their understanding towards the whole situation. Many of them posted “Kim Jonghyun, Saranghae!” on SHINee’s official website recently, in a sequence numbering over 1,500 to show their support.

Fans expressed, “Although it was a big blow, we are fine with it now, oppa fighting!”, “Seeing you with your head down on stage makes me sad,” “You have done nothing wrong, go and date without fear!”,and “No matter what people say, we will always be your fan,” showing their support.

A portion of fans also said sorry for posting hate messages which led to Shin Se Kyung’s minihompy to be shut down in the aftermath of their fury on discovering the news.

SHINee has just concluded their “Hello” repackaged album promotions last week, and are now preparing for their upcoming solo concerts in Korea this December.