2011 SBS Gayo Daejun And Super Junior

On December 29th, fans were disappointed to discover that SM Entertainment had not informed fans prior to the pre-recording for the ‘2011 SBS Gayo Daejun‘, leaving Super Junior without a crowd support in the audience of such a prestigious event.

The members immediately took to their Twitters to apologize for the incident and also let out a bit of steam over the mishandling of the event.

Leader Leeteuk expressed, “This isn’t right… They should’ve put up notices beforehand, no? I’ll apologize on behalf of them~” Donghae also quickly apologized, “Sorry, ELF…”

Eunhyuk frustratingly tweeted, “This year-end doesn’t mean anything without our ELF… so frustrated!!!!!! Eat food, eat food twice.” The sentiment was retweeted by Leeteuk, Donghae, andSiwon, who added, “Eat thrice~^^ kekeke,” and “Keep eating.”

Super Junior Is Well On Their Way

Super Junior is well on their way to becoming the artist with the ‘most sold albums’ for their 3rd consecutive year!
On December 13th, the Gaon Chart announced that Super Junior’s “Mr. Simple” album, which was released back in August, has sold a total of 339,707 copies through November, placing them at the top of this year’s album sales.
Coming in second place is SNSD‘s October release, “The Boys“, which has sold 293,042 copies through November. At this time, there is a 46,665 difference with Super Junior.
With less than a month to go until the year’s end, analysts have determined that because of the big gap, Super Junior is practically guaranteed to take home the crown this year.
The boys have held onto the title for the past two years, with “Bonamana” selling 200,193 copies in 2010, and “Sorry Sorry” winning the ‘Golden Disk Daesang’ in 2009, an award given only to the top album sales of the year.
Many believe that Super Junior’s distinct musical style, which has been labeled as ‘SJ Funky‘ by SM Entertainment music director Yoo Young Jin, is a factor behind their success. This combined with the members’ activities in acting and MCing have created a powerful public presence that launched them to the top each year.
One representative commented, “As the digital market continues to expand, Super Junior managed to show their power by dominating the album sales market for three years in a row. They shed all ideas of mystery and worked hard to get friendly with the public through mediums like variety shows, and that’s one of the key factors to their popularity.”

Super Junior present

Super Junior had not taken part in any official promotions in Japan, but from February 18 to February 20, 2011, Super Junior held their third Asia tour concert Super Show 3 at the Yokohama Arena in Japan. The ticket applicants for Super Show 3 Japan exceeded 110,000, while 36,000 people came to watch their performance.The Super Junior Japan ‘Super Show 3′ Opening Commemorative Album was released on February 16 ranked in at number two on Japan’s Tower Records online sales charts. Super Junior Japan Limited Special Edition – Super Show 3 that contained a DVD ranked in second place and the CD was in 10th place. The album also remained at number three spot on the Oricon Daily Chart for two consecutive days and number six on Oricon Weekly Chart. On a press meeting regarding the concert leg, Leeteuk expressed that he and his group members are happy to come in Japan to directly meet their Japanese fans and that they expressed on their future plans to release a proper Japanese-language album this year.On February 24, Super Junior released a 3D movie from their third Asia tour, Super Show 3 3D in all CGV and Primus movie theaters.Super Show 3 3D was ranked sixth in box office weekly chart and became the most watched 3D movie in Korea.
The group’s first official Japanese single, “Bijin (Bonamana)” was released on June 8, 2011 and debuted at number two on the Oricon Daily Singles Chart, selling 27,168 copies on its release date. In addition, the music video for the song, which is a compilation of videos from Super Show 3 held at Yokohama Arena in February, received over 300,000 views on the Japanese UCC website, Nikoniko in a day. On June 14, Super Junior’s “Bijin (Bonamana)” ranked at number two on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, selling 59,262 copies. They broke the record for having the highest single album sales for a Korean idol group when their single albums that were released in Japan sold combined total of over 100,000 copies (including those sold at Circle K Sunkus and Mu-Mo),until it was surpassed by fellow label mate Shinee with their debut Japanese single “Replay (Kimi wa Boku no Everything)” at the same month. To date, Super Junior holds the highest record for singles released set upon by a Korean group without any promotion in Japan. Beginning May 16, the song was shown on major Japanese television channels as the commercial song for Japanese convenience store chain Circle K Sunkus. However, despite these success and tie-ups, SM did not see it as their official Japanese debut and has stated that the group will officially debut and promote in Japan at a later time.In June 2011, they took part in the SMTown World Tour Live in Paris with fellow label mates, which was held in Zénith de Paris, Paris, France. On July 11, 2011, American dancer Kenny Wormald posted via his official Twitter account that he had started the choreography rehearsal for the group’s upcoming new single.Shim Jae Won, choreographer and former member of the disbanded S.M. Entertainment group Black Beat, posted on his twitter a picture showing ten cups with the members’ names on it, citing possible formation for the song’s choreography, as well as two pictures of the choreography practice of the group the next day showing only the lower half of their bodies.
A teaser photo was revealed on July 20, 2011, with the first photo featuring Eunhyuk. By 1:21PM GST on the 26th of July, all ten teaser photos had been released, in the following order: Eunhyuk, Donghae, Leeteuk, Shindong, Kyuhyun, Sungmin, Ryeowook, Yesung, Siwon and finally, Heechul. On the same day, it was announced that the upcoming album would hit South Korean record shelves on August 3, 2011.[80] On July 22, 2011, the group began filming the music video for their new lead single, with occasional photo tweets of the music video sets from Shim Jaewon and member Heechul.[81] The filming for the music video wrapped up July 24, 2011, with Shim Jaewon consistently updating the group’s filming activity. On July 25, Jeon Hoon of Sonic Korea Studio announced that he is mastering the new album. The group will have an upcoming press conference at the Seoul Imperial Palace Hotel regarding the new album, revealed as “Mr. Simple”, on August 4, 2011.The music video teaser for the new single “Mr. Simple” has been released on August 1, 2011, to be followed by the digital single on the 2nd (through various Korean online music sites like Melon, Dosirak and Bugs), the album on the 3rd and the music video itself on the 4th.[The group had their comeback performance of "Mr. Simple" and "Superman" (in which the track was later included on the second release of "Mr. Simple") at Music Bank on August 5, 2011[84], followed by Music Core on the 6th[85], Inkigayo on the 7th[86] and M! Countdown on the 11th.[87], with their comeback performance of the song in M!Countdown garnered them their first win. However, despite being in the middle of promotions for the song, member Siwon does not appear on some performances due to his filming with an upcoming drama Poseidon.
On August 21, 2011, S.M. Entertainment announced that member Heechul will be enlisting to the army on September 1, 2011. On August 26, 2011, a music video for the album’s supporting single, “Superman”, was revealed via S.M. Entertainment’s SMTOWN YouTube page, in which the music video shows various clips from their Super Show 3 tours as well as the photoshoots and music video making for “Mr. Simple”.[88] Super Junior also attended the SMTOWN Live in Tokyo Special Edition along with their SM labelmates at the Tokyo Dome on September 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Leeteuk said that the Tokyo Dome has been his long-time dream concert place and that he is very thankful he and Super Junior performed on the said venue before his army enlistment in which he indicated it to be sometime next year.
SM Entertainment announced on September 5, 2011 that Super Show 4 will commence on November 19th and 20th in Seoul and December 10th and 11th at the Kyocera Dome Osaka in Osaka, Japan.[90] On September 19, 2011, Super Junior released a repackaged version of Mr. Simple entitled A-Cha, which comprises all thirteen tracks from Mr. Simple’s B-version plus four new material — “A-Cha”, “Oops!!” which features labelmate f(x), “A Day” and “Andante”. On September 20th, it was announced via the group’s official Japanese website that they will release their second Japanese single which is a Japanese version of their new album title track “Mr. Simple”, and is slated for a December 7th release in Japan.In addition, a “Super Show 3 in Japan” DVD will be released on November 16th in Japan.

Super Junior Goes With Super Show 4

On November 20th, Super Junior rocked the Olympic Park Stadium in Seoul with a spectacular concert for ‘Super Show 4‘, their latest global tour.
The boys held two shows on the 19th and 20th, attracting a crowd of over 20,000 people. Fans flew in from all over the world to catch the home shows in Seoul, with some hailing from France, England, and the States.
Super Junior kicked off their show with ”Superman“, whose lyrics (“Our scale is the best”) reflected Super Show 4′s ambition to show the world that Super Junior were more than just idols. The production and elaborate stage set-up ensured that their ‘scale’ really was the best — Super Junior performed on a giant, 20-meter-long moving stage, in addition to utilizing colorful visuals, lasers, and cranes to boost their ‘wow’ factor.
One of the most impressive aspects of this entire concert was in the members’ musical growth. Fans got to see a plethora of individual stages, with each member showing off their unique talents. For example, Leeteuk wowed with his smooth saxophone cover of “She” from the ‘Notting Hill‘ soundtrack, while Super Junior-M‘s Henry brought out special guest Amber from f(x) to perform Justin Bieber‘s “Baby“.
The concert lasted for over four hours and included songs from their 5th album, “Mr. Simple“, as well as fan favorites like “Sorry Sorry“, “Don’t Don“, and “U“. In their final MC session, Super Junior thanked everyone for coming out; Leeteuk expressed that it was an especial experience for him, as he’ll be joining the army next year.
Concert-goers were awestruck by the scale and magnitude of ‘Super Show 4′, as it truly seemed to show that Super Junior weren’t just idols with manufactured talent — they were talented, legitimate artists with a grand vision and performance level to match.

SJM's Album "ME" - Korean Version

SJ-M and Jang Ri In were cordially invited by Jackie Chan to perform at the Beijing Olympics Stadium ("Bird's Nest") in conjunction with Jackie Chan's annual "Jackie Chan and Friends" concert (also called "Descendents of the Dragon" concert) on May 1st. All the proceedings from the concert would go to charity.

　　This year's "Jackie Chan and Friends" concert involves over 100 top China singers such as Chris Lee. Having able to perform with these singers further recognizes SJ-M's and Jang Ri In's popularity in China. Jackie Chan had announced the invitation of SJ-M and Jang Ri In to this concert on April 19 during a press conference and in response to this, SJ-M had expressed their gratitude and feelings about it through a video with Sina*. On the other hand, Jang Ri In presented Jackie Chan with a Korean traditional mask as a gift in the concert to thank Jackie Chan for inviting her to "perform in [this] meaningful concert" and she hopes that "[the concert] will bring many people hope and happiness". Amused by the Korean traditional mask, Jackie Chan even put on the mask personally on the spot.For those who don't know it yet, SJM has released a repackaged version of their first album "ME". This repackaged album is now available at Yesasia.com and you can choose among three versions: (1) Hong Kong Deluxe (2) Asia Deluxe or (3) Asia Deluxe Preorder Edition.

　　All three versions/editions are basically the same. The CD+DVD repackaged album includes the original music CD "ME" album plus a DVD featuring CM clips, the making of "U" music video with chinese subtitles AND the official "U" music video with english subtitles.
　　What, then, are the differences between the three editions? Basically, it's all about the prices, expected date of release and freebies.

SJ's new development

The Super Junior members were one of the first Korean idols to begin television presenting and radio hosting. Heechul was the first in the group to be a selected MC for the music programs Popular Songs and Show Music Bank. He was also the first in the group to host radio shows, and co-hosted Youngstreet Radio Show with ex-M.I.L.K. member Park Heebon in early 2005. Heechul has also been the MC for the Dream Concert since 2008. Leeteuk, Kangin, and Shindong made their MC debut on Mnet's music program M! Countdown five days after Super Junior's debut performance. In August 2006, both Leeteuk and Eunhyuk founded their own radio show, Super Junior Kiss the Radio, which has become one of the more tuned-in radio channels in the country.

The group also founded their own reality television program, and on November 11, 2007, the premiere of Explorers of the Human Body aired on SBS. The humorous show introduced the thirteen members as regular guests for the program, answering curious questions and doing demonstrations involving the human body. The show has been the highest rating program of the reality line-up every Sunday, but due to Super Junior's tight schedule, the program ended quickly with thirteen episodes on February 3, 2008. The popularity of the program had inspired producers to create a second season, although no announcements of producing the next season has been announced.

Twelve members, excluding Kyuhyun, appeared in the group's debut film Attack on the Pin-Up Boys. The first film released by SM Pictures, it premiered on July 26, 2007 in Korea. "Wonder Boy", performed by Super Junior, is used as the theme song of the film. Although the film was promoted as a typical high school comedy, the movie gained positive reviews from critics, praising that the movie had a well-oriented plot unlike most idol films. However, ticket sales remained low in the premiere month despite its unexpected success in the sales the first week. The film was a box-office bomb, failing to attract more than 102,600 admissions and was proven to be a big loss for SM Pictures. However, both versions of the film's DVD became a best-selling record and were sold-out in both Korea and oversea markets, which was more than enough to make up for the production loss of 8.5 billion won.

Siwon was among the first of Super Junior to have participated in silver-screen productions, appearing in the Hong Kong historical action drama film, A Battle of Wits as the large supporting role of Prince Liang Shi in 2006. The cast promoted the movie throughout China with a short tour of four cities in November 2006. While the film received mixed reviews, Siwon garnered positive notices for his performance. He also received praises from co-star Andy Lau, stating that Siwon is a wonderful actor and that he "sets a good example for young Hong Kong idols."

In 2007, Heechul, Kangin, and Shindong lent their voices to the three chipmunks in the Korean release of Alvin and the Chipmunks.

In 2008, Kangin had a major role in the Korean-language film, Hello Schoolgirl.

A New Actor Star - Choi Siwon

Super Junior is set to begin their follow-up activities this week as they have finally released their repackaged album, “A-Cha.” However, it has been announced that Siwon will not be able to participate in the follow-up activities due to his new drama “Poseidon,” which made its first broadcast on September 19th.

“Poseidon” is a maritime police drama, the first of its kind, that features Siwon as one of the leads. However, because of the last-minute shooting schedule for “Poseidon,” which overlaps Super Junior’s follow-up activities, Siwon will be unable to participate in “A-Cha”performances.

Super Junior is set to have their comeback on KBS Music Bank this week with “A-Cha.” Their last song “Mr. Simple” achieved 5 consecutive wins, the most this year, and “A-Cha” is expected to have similar results.

Will boy band idol-and-actor Choi Si-won score a ratings success this time around?

After starring in two not-so-successful dramas, he is taking a third stab with a series that has been mired in controversy.

“Poseidon” ― a coast guard TV series ― drew attention last year with a line-up featuring singer-turned-actor Eric and TVXQ idol U-Know and its oceanic backdrop.

Then, delays in production led Eric to abandon ship and rumors abounded that “Poseidon” was sinking.

Fortunately, a new cast was unveiled months later, with Super Junior member Choi Si-won on board and U-Know no longer in the lead but nevertheless slated to make a cameo appearance.

After playing the lead in the less-than-successful SBS rom-com “Oh! My Lady,” actor Choi took a supporting role in the “IRIS” spin-off, SBS’ “ATHENA: Goddess of War.”

Despite a star-studded cast, including veteran actors Cha Seung-won and Jung Woo-sung, the action blockbuster failed to maintain high ratings during its 20-episode run.

Undeterred by his not-so-hot track record, Choi is going for yet another action-heavy thriller.

Super Junior Yesung's Handsome Younger Brother Revealed

　　

　　Super Junior member Yesung's handsome younger brother has been revealed.
On November 1, Yesung posted on his Twitter, "The not-so-common 1984 line of the singers. Good job my friend, Simon D. He left his proof of visit to our family's cafe with my younger brother. Thanks friend!" along with a picture.

(Simon D and Yesung's younger brother, Kim Jong Jin) 　　In the picture, Simon D and Yesung's brother have their arms around each other's shoulders. Yesung's brother's exceptional, good looks with his white skin have gathered much attention.
Yesung's brother, Kim Jong Jin, also gathered interest when a picture of him and SNSD's YoonA and Taeyeon, also at the cafe, was revealed a couple of days ago.
It seems like many artists are supporting Yesung and his family's cafe!

Fans flock in front of Super Junior’s hotel

　　
　　On October 23rd, Super Junior‘s leader Leeteuk shared a few photos from New York City!
The idol tweeted, “I’m in New York. I will return after an epic concert. Thanks for the warm welcome.”
He continued, “It’s late in the evening, but our beautiful fans are still standing outside our hotel. It’s cold, so please return home safely as soon as possible. Thank you so much.”
Viewers and netizens alike were able to see Super Junior​’s large fan base even in the States, as hundreds of fans flocked in front of the hotel to catch a glimpse of their idols.
SM Entertainment will be hosting their ‘SM Town Live In New York‘ at Madison Square Garden on the 23rd. Artists who will be attending the special event include TVXQ, SNSD, Super Junior, SHINee, f(x), Kangta, and BoA.

 

 

Super Junior’s Yesung working hard at his Parent’s Cafe

　　
　　On October 11th, Super Junior‘s Yesung tweeted, “Since today’s schedule ended early ~ It’s been a long time since I went to Handel and Gretel, so here I am working hehe. Behind me is my mom, she’s playing around^^.

　　Back in July, Yesung helped his parents open a cafe in Apgujeong, Seoul called “Handel and Gretel“, which serves delicious drinks and sandwiches.
Netizens commented, “Hope I can be served by u when I go to Korea… Handel & Gretel fighting, I’m coming soon^-^ Wait for me ok,” “I have always loved your mother she is just sooooo sweeeeeet and caring <3 <3 <3 <3 too bad i am not in korea!!”, and “Oppa, you looked so cute today with your pink apron >_
Check out additional pictures of the cafe and it’s food below.

　　
　　
　　
　　

Super Junior’s Eunhyuk thanks fans for ‘FAME’ presents

　　
　　Back in August, we reported that Super Junior‘s Eunhyuk and SNSD‘s Tiffany would make their musical debut through ‘FAME‘.
On October 20th, Eunhyuk uploaded a few pictures and thanked his fans for the wonderful gifts they prepared for the cast.
In his first tweet, Eunhyuk wrote, “Wearing the clothes that the fans who love me gave to us as presents!!! With the FAME family who loves me!! Thank you!! We’ll prepare the best performance ever!!^^”.

　　He then revealed three boxes containing ‘FAME’ hoodies, coffee mugs, and food. “Thank you so much ㅜㅜ,” he gushed.

　　Lastly, Eunhyuk tweeted, “The ‘FAME’ hoodie!! Various foods and this cup!!! Fans, thank you so much for all the supportㅜㅜ Because of you guys I feel so alive!! Hehehehe<3″.
Fans replied, “EUNHYUK OPPA FIGHTING!! FAME FIGHTING!!”, “Oppa fighting! we are always by your side~^v^”, “i want that hoodie, that cup..and THAT MAN!!!”.
‘FAME’ will begin playing on November 25th and will run till January 29th, so be sure to support Eunhyuk and his fellow cast by going to see the production if you’re in the area!

Idol band Super Junior

Idol band Super Junior’s Shindong and Eunhyuk had been selected as the MCs for .
Shindong and Eunhyuk hosted the preliminary round of for 2 days at the Seoul Olympic Park in Bangi-dong on the 16th and 17th.
A representative of MBC stated “After the first round of hosting, both of them went through an interview with the participants who passed the first preliminary round. Both Shindong and Eunhyuk finished the hosting smoothly.”
Shindong and Eunhyuk are scheduled to host in both Korea and China. Other than these countries, will also be holding talent hunts in the United States, Japan and in the Southeast Asia. A representative from SM said “Super Junior is very popular in China. So it was decided to have them as the hosts of the auditions in China.
The second preliminary round of in which Shindong and Eunhyuk hosted, will proceed on the 13th and 14th November in IIsan KINTEX.
Korean idol group Super Junior member Donghae has been cast in a new SBS TV series.
The show’s promoter J Story announced in a press release that Donghae is the latest singer to join the cast of the upcoming Monday and Tuesday drama tentatively titled “Dad, Your Daughter is Okay.”

Donghae will be playing a character named Choi Wook-gi who is a tough and earnest guy who joins CNBLUE member Minhyuk’s character in a band.
“I am nervous and excited since this will be my first time playing a role in a drama so I will work hard and hope to do my best,” Donghae was quoted as saying.
“Dad,” about a girl Eun Chae-ryong (played by Moon Chae-won) who makes sacrifices to help her family after her father’s accident, will premiere on November 22 after “Doctor Champ” finishes its run.
Donghae made his debut in the 13-member boy band Super Junior in 2005, releasing their first album “SuperJunior 05.”
He recently made a special appearance at a Girls’ Generation concert, taking the stage with member Jessica’s solo performance of the song “Barbie Girl.”