2AM wants IU / Nichkhun to join their group as the 5th member

During a recent recording of tvN’s “50 Million Great Questions”, 2AM confessed that they would like to add singer IU to the team as their fifth member.

When asked, “If you had to pick a 5th member?”, Changmin answered, “We’re one of the hottest trends ourselves of course, but if we recruit IU, then I think we would properly become ‘The’ biggest trend out there.” Seulong added that he would choose 2PM’s Nichkhun as he believed that he was a very good singer.

The group were also asked questions such as, “What do you need to do in order to receive love from teen fans?”, for which the members shared various stories about interesting comments they’ve so far received from citizens. In addition, specialists including psychiatrist Son Suk Han, genius composerJung Ye Kyung, celebrity consultant Song Changmin also came on set to analyze and reveal shocking methods for what 2AM could do to upgrade their current image.

In particular, leader Jo Kwon, who is usually known for his “kkab” acts on screen, came forth to share a genuine story during his conversation with the psychiatrist. Jo Kwon admitted that there are times when he gets confused between his real personality and his outer image, which may have been caused by his hardships during his long trainee period.

Jo Kwon shed tears as he admitted, “There are times when I’m confused as to what is my real self and what’s not.”

Maknae Jinwoon also shared interesting stories from the perspective of the youngest in the group. Not only this, he also proudly confessed of possessing the ability to purposely act like the baby of the group when he’s just around his older brothers, but knows how to act like the superior of the group when his girlfriend is around.

The results of a psychology test that the members performed were also revealed during the show, which are to surely shock both fans and viewers alike.

The episode is set to air this coming May 13th.

Source: Newsen via Nate

2AM’s Jo Kwon shows off his V-line and ‘handsome statue’ pose

On April 23rd, 2AM’s Jo Kwon shared a photo showing off his ‘handsome statue’ pose through his official Twitter.

Accompanying the photo was the tweet, “Have a Good Day~^^”.

Fans were caught off guard, as the singer is usually known for showing off a wider range of expressions in his sel-cas.  This time, he took a different approach by taking advantage of the ulzzang angle to show off his sharp ‘V’ jaw-line.

Netizens praised, “Jo Kwon, I think you can enter an ulzzang competition”, “You look like a V-line handsome statue”, and “When you know kkap Kwon, he’s actually a good-looking guy.”

Source: TV Daily via Nate

MBLAQ’s Lee Joon and 2AM’s Jinwoon to compete in rowing competition with “Infinity Challenge” cast

MBLAQ’s Lee Joon and 2AM’s Jinwoon will soon be making guest appearances on MBC’s “Infinity Challenge” for their special ‘rowing competition’ project.

All eight cast members of “Infinity Challenge” and a coxswain (person in charge of boat navigation) are set to compete in the upcoming competition. Despite the large number, they were still in need of two extra members to fill up their team line-up.

During last week’s broadcast, the cast members personally called several of their close celebrity friends and idol group members to make arrangements on whether they could make time to participate in the competition.

The final round of contestants came together for an urgent meet, where they had to perform 1000m on a rowing machine to test which of the candidates received the best time. In the end, it was Lee Joon and Jinwoon who were able to take the spot of guest members.

This rowing event will mark the first of this year’s special projects for “Infinity Challenge”. The team will be aiming to take part in the competition in the coming summer season.

Source: Star News via Nate

Jo Kwon shares cute photos in a hanbok

On April 20th, 2AM’s Jo Kwon uploaded pictures through his Twitter account along with the tweet,“Hello. I am Jo Mong Ryong.. The weather is quite nice..”

In the two pictures he posted, Jo Kwon is seen wearing a hanbok (a traditional Korean outfit). In one set, he’s standing shyly looking away from the camera, but in the other picture, he is displaying a cute, puffy-cheek expression while staring directly into the camera, drawing much laughter from netizens with his cute, boyish charms.

Netizens commented, “Wow~~totally cute~”, “Cutie ><”, “LOL :D ~You are so funny^^ your expression is great >_<”, and “Hahaha so cute <3 is it for ‘All My Love‘ scene?”

Source: Jo Kwon’s Twitter

Twitter is a balance of bonding and promotions for idol singers

As you know, many idol singers are deeply into social networking these days.

Despite their packed schedules, these idols find the time to update their fans on how they’re doing and keep in contact with them. In addition, the singers use their Twitter accounts to reveal news about themselves or promote new songs, movies, or dramas.

For example, recently 2AM’s Jo Kwon, 2PM’s Taecyeon, and Miss A’s Suzy attended a VIP screening of the movie “The World’s Most Beautiful Farewell”. After watching the movie, they posted their thoughts and feelings of the movie.

Jo Kwon stated, “I went on an invitation from Kim Kab Soo teacher. It was a really sad but beautiful movie. There is still a part of my heart that’s still crying.” Taecyeon wrote, “I came back after I cried my heart out. I really recommend this movie.”

Suzy helped advertise this movie by writing on her Twitter, “I was too busy wiping my tears. I felt a lot of things after watching this movie.”

About this, a representative of the movie, “The World’s Most Beautiful Farewell” revealed, “By leaving comments about our movie on their Twitter, the comments created a ripple effect and generated interest, it’s a bit of indirect advertising for our movie.”

Another example is B2ST leaving comments on their Twitter about their upcoming events. They would write, “I want to see our B2uty soon!” “Come prepared to play with us!”. This helps them bond better with their fans as fans as they are able to follow and read what their idols are saying.

It seems as though these tidbits of information that idol singers reveal help them connect better with the fans.

Source + Picture:Osen

2AM releases ‘Richam’ CF

Though 2AM is widely known for their singing abilities, they’re also widely beloved for their comedic antics as well. Recently, 2AM released yet another comic CF, this time for ham product ‘Richam‘.

In the CF, the members of 2AM are found doing a dance reminiscent of Wonder Girls‘ “Tell Me” while chanting, “Take out the salty and liven the ham flavor!”

Check out the CF below!

Source : Allkpop