Showing posts with label Singapore fanmeet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Singapore fanmeet. Show all posts

Saturday, September 11, 2010

[05/09] Radio Interview of Hyung Jun in Singapore

Credits to YES 93.3 + OdeDS501 + (English translation) ss501ode.blogspot.com



[PRELUDE]
Back at the location when this interview was conducted, the host was squealing because Hyungjun touched her hands as he saw her holding the recording tape and looked uncomfortable, so he stretches his hand to wanna help her; and incidentally he touched her hand a lil'. She's happy and squealed a little.

The translator translates and leave out many details so I type them out again and adds in (important) stuff. ^^

[Q] We all know Kim Hyungjun is a member of the wildly popular idol group SS501. Right now, he's also busy with some of his own works, if so, then at his young age, he should be very very busy now. Then...won't he feel tired or burdened being a star being a celebrity?

[A] 14s
Mm...I don't really feel so. Just, because music is what I can do, and it's what I like, the side I'm showing now is nice, and because I'm always working hard, kept on working hard until now. I do think hardworking is the most important thing. I think by working hard all the time you will be able to achieve your goal.

-next is translator's speech-
He thinks being a star is not exactly hard, because he likes singing, and he thinks that this is what he is, to him, the most important thing is to try his best all the time, don't get lazy and just try his best and keep moving forward.

[Q] 52s - Why does Kim Hyungjun love to sing so much?

[A]
-translator's version-
Since young, he always liked to perform on stage, like to show people his singing, his talents, his dance moves, something that he's born with...

-add on something not translated-
No matter what it is, he always has the thought to want to show people and perform to them.

[Q] 1.16 - Besides dancing, singing, good-looking, the qualities that an idol must possess, Kim Hyungjun can also compose. So where does his inspiration for composition come from?

[A] He says he always take reference from his own personal experiences that he's gone through.

-translator's version-
His inspiration most of the time comes from something that he experience, his thoughts, because he thinks that by composing a song using his own experience, it will actually bring out the emotions better.

[Q] 2.07 - If his inspiration has to come from personal experiences, then what if he writes sad ballads, won't he have to go through the heartache of love, then won't Kim Hyungjun be so agonized?

[A] He says he likes to write the lyrics on his own, and he feels that he's able to express the feeling better if he uses own experiences. He has many different thoughts, so he wants to put across most or all of his personal experiences.

-translator's version-
Because, most of his songs come from his own experiences and his thoughts, he don't think that it will be so hard -ERM- because -ERM- in a way it is his job, -ERM- as a singer to compose and to sing, -ERM- and he wants his songs to be truthful, as truthful as possible, so he doesn't want to add anything that is not him -YEAH- into his work..... So yeah, it wouldn't be so hard... -YEAH-

Hyungjun: Sad emotions, yeah for sad emotions it's when I experienced it when I write sad songs.

Translator: When he's writing a sad song, yeah, it's just (actually) because he's experienced something sad (notice her sudden British accent). It's nothing to be so hard or something that will be so difficult... yeah

[Q] 3:33 - Until now, we still have not seen Kim Hyungjun's performance in the acting field. if he's given a chance to act, what role would he want to challenge?

[A] Well, some time ago, I wanted to portray a bright, lively character. Something like a youngsty sitcom, But now, I thought I want to challenge a tougher and gruffy character, been thinking of that for quite long; like, Killer? *bang bang bang, Killer~~* If not, something like Wonbin from movie Ahjussi recently who's so cool and who goes around finding the woman he loves, yeah that kind of gloomy, solitary and manly type. Gloomy character, I wanna try it once.

-translator-
Actually, initially his thought was, he wanted to try out a character that's more lively? Something more comical. But now, if he ever starts acting in the future, then he wants to try out something more, something that can give fans more impression. Like killers, yeah. And recently he watched this movie called Ahjussi, and in Ahjussi there was this korean actor called Won bin, he acted as this man with lotsa sad memories and sad experiences, and his character was pretty gloomy. And he also would wanna try out a character something similar to that.

[Q] 4:50 - What advices does Kim Hyungjun have for the youngsters out there who wants to get into showbiz?

[A] Because I myself had gone through 5 years of training period, and had learnt alot (notice his sad-changing tone)... Because I started, I didn't wanna give up that's why. If you really wanna step into showbiz, then until the end, until the moment you step onto stage, though it will be hard, but during your training days, you must not give up, and work harder than others, you will shine brighter and perform better than others, because you will become a singer eventually. Don't give up because it's tough, just keep working hard and you will get there. You will eventually step onto stage and show yourself with many chances. Encourage yourself and work hard.

-translator-
ERM he was a trainee for 5 years himself, and there are times he wants to give up, but the most important thing is to keep trying. Never give up and always put in the extra effort, so just keep going, keep going, don't give up, if your goal is to be in a show business, then you should try your best to reach that goal and yeah, always put in your best effort.

[Q] 5:59 - On stage, Hyungjun is always so jovial and cute, and even sometimes comical, then off-screens, is he also like that?

[A] To be honest, at home, I'm less -happy- ? ahh wrong, less lively, but when I'm on stage, I'm more bubbly, because I did career activities for more than 5 years already, the image I protrude on stage is mostly lively and bright, but at home, I'm more quiet and less naughty, but outside I have to be the mood-maker, I talk more and wants to show a more positive side. like when 5 of us are together, I want to be the person to live up the atmosphere. Rather than the gloomy person. And I want to show my lively side always, yeah but I personally don't think I have lotsa differences.

-translator-
His usual character is, ERM, he won't say it's total different from when he's on stage, but at home, he's less talkative, and as the first child of his family, he doesn't talk that much and tries to be more matured. But on stage, in order to entertain the fans and to ensure everyone has a great time, he tries to be more lively, more cheerful, more talkative, so yeah that's just a bit of difference.

[Q] 7:23 - lastly, let's have Kim Hyungjun introduce a solo song of his I AM.

[A] In our SS501 albums, there's this album called URMan where it includes our solo songs. At that time, only 3 of us were carrying out activities. Amidst which, there is this solo song, I AM. Let's listen to it together.

-translator-
This song I AM is from the previous album that SS501 has produced, yeah it's URMan. That album consists of solo songs sung by each member, and, yeah I AM is one of the songs that he sang alone.

PLEASE ENJOY MY SONG. KIM HYUNGJUN's SONG is...I AM. (^^;)

Tuesday, September 07, 2010

[06/09] Hyung Jun's Fan Meet in Singapore's iWeekly Magazine

Credits to i-weekly Magazine + (scan) hl2412@Twitter + (English translation) SS501UFO.blogspot.com

I'm hating this, they keep on insisting that SS501 is ______ ( it's a bad word for me so I don't say it ). That's why I didn't put the title. And they even made a mistake about his age, he's 23 or 24 in Korean age not 22. 


Caption for Left Photo:

SS501 member Kim Hyung Jun arrived in Singapore solo on last weekend. In the showcase and Fan Meet-and-Greet, he was very friendly, drawing and hugging, attracted around thousands fans attendance, was not even lonely!

Caption for right photo:

22 years old (!! 22yo??!! Mr Reporter pls do your homework!), he is the youngest 'baby' in the group, has always been taken good care by his 'elder brothers'. Currently after their contract ended, all the members have venture to different way, similarity in his solo condition, he exposed that he wish to break free from his cute image, and hope to show his 'Manly' side to his fans. Currently he is actively training up in gym, Hmm....
  

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

[30/08] Hyung Jun says his Goodbye to SG Fans through 100.3FM

Credits to Radio100.3 DJ Ah Ken Facebook + autumn501kiss

[31/08] Razor TV Interview's Kim Hyung Jun

Credits to poohlhl

I've said before when I read the Straits Time article about Maknae that I'm going to forgive whoever wrote the article. But this time, I think I'm not going to be so nice anymore. Again, please don't they even check their facts? I haven't seen this and I'm thinking twice of seeing it cos I might hear some things I won't like. They heard  it directly from one of SS501 already that they're not *&^%$%( so stop insisting that they are okay!!!








[31/08] Kim Hyung Jun is "baby" no more!

Credits to entertainment.xin.msn.com

 

The youngest member of Korean pop group SS501 wants fans to acknowledge his new side

"I'm a man," declared Kim Hyung Jun, in succinct Korean accented English, during an interview with xinmsn last weekend.

The young idol star was in town for his music showcase on Sunday at Republic Polytechnic. This also marks Hyung Jun's debut appearance as a soloist in Singapore, after having left his previous management company when his contract ended in June.

Affectionately known as "Baby" amongst his fans, Hyung Jun had just turned 22 Aug 3.

But the good-looking lad is already eager to shed his baby image, earnestly telling reporters that he no longer wants to be called cute.




"I have been okay with fans calling me cute only up to last year. This year, I've changed my mind. I'd prefer to hear that I'm handsome or manly."

And as if to prove his desire to turn macho, the "baby" promptly clam his fists tightly, explaining that he had been working out and watching dramas to emulate the actors' mature charisma.

The singer also admitted to having a liking for kissing scenes, which he claims to be a show of "manliness".

But, when probed about his thoughts on trying out kissing scenes in future acting projects, Hyung Jun's reaction hinted obvious signs of his young age.

"Kissing scenes? I'm too shy!" said the star sheepishly.

"But no matter what character or part I play, I'll give it my all. After all, that's only acting," he added.

And he did indeed give it his all at his showcase last Sunday.

Dazzling the crowd with upbeat tunes Girls, Mars Men, Venus Women and I AM, ecstatic fan girls were entertained by Hyung Jun's cheeky display of English and jokes.

But the one looming question in the minds of fans was still the state of SS501. Will the five-year pop boy group disband?

"We are still together, and maintain a good relationship. If possible, we would like a reunion on stage soon. We are still preparing for our future group activities despite being involved in our solo careers," assured the idol.

Yet, he does have his fare share of 'grouches' about fellow SS501 leader, Kim Hyun Joong, who was absent from the 'baby's' birthday fan meet event in Korea.

"Hyung Joong can be quite absentminded; he forgets a lot of important matters. Even though he's far away and busy with work, I believe he has best wishes for me in his heart," said the star.

Did the leader send any presents then?

"There was no presents (from Hyun Joong), this is not the first time (it has happened), I'm already used to it," Hyung Jun sighed.

The playful star went on to berate the leader, "Bad boy, leader bad!" he childishly joked in English, stifling laughter.

It seems that the "Baby" in Hyung Jun is still around after all!

[31/08] Kim Hyung Jun's Interview with Omy.Sg

Credits to showbiz.omy.sg + (English translation) ode@ss501ode.blogspot.com

SS501 member Kim Hyung Jun who recently signed on to his new agency and is in development of his solo activities has revealed that he goes on line to search for himself often, and even click on searches to raise his popularity!

Kim Hyung Jun was here in Singapore last Sunday for his fanmeeting and meet and greet, when he took on the interview at evening time, he was asked if he really does click on searches to increase his popularity.

The lively him responded in English immediately the moment he heard the translation from his translator, "Yes that's true, search me please!". After that, through his translator, he added, "I will go online frequently to search for myself, because I felt, as an artiste, that's a need for that, especially also when I'm about to develop my solo activities soon. I hope that all fans will do that too".

After the translator finished translation for his words, Kim Hyung Jun teasingly commented, "Please do!"...

So what was the most interesting piece of news he's found online so far? "There was once a piece of news mentioning about my dog Choco, talking about how it was originally a small dog and then now turned into a big one, but this is actually just a small matter".

Choco is actually bred by Kim Hyung Jun and his brother --who is Ukiss member Kim Kibum--, both the brothers are developing in showbiz, so does he feel some sniff of rivalry?

Kim Hyung Jun laughed, "Recently I see my brother very active in each variety programmes and is even busier than I am so indeed I feel a little threatened! No la, just joking! He's a good brother, very glad to see him performing well in his career, and with the increase of fame too. Good boy!"

After signing on to his new company, Kim Hyung Jun revealed, his first work taken on will be a musical drama at the end of this year, after which he'd like to partake in drama filming.

He was asked if he feel kinda hard to adapt without the accompaniment of his members as this is his first time in Singapore? "Indeed I will miss the other members too, and feel kind of lonely. But what's more important is, if you would come out solo to develop you have to make many decisions, and you have got to be more matured in your thoughts".

Yet he did come clean, too, about possibility of striving further as one goes solo, "In SS501, I will want to try out a particular type of genre, yet it may not be suitable for other members. If alone, I can try out my own likings. Also during photo shoots, I get the entire camera view! Haha! Just joking..!"

Credits to Chinese news @ omy.com + (English translation) cloud0_o @ SgTripleS

Both brothers are in the entertainment industry. Hyung Jun loves to search for his name online, and felt that brother, U-Kiss's Ki Bum, is a threat!

SS501 member Kim Hyung Jun recently signed with new management alone, and came to Singapore alone to meet fans for the first time. He, a 23 years old guy, has a straightforward and casual personality. While being interviewed, he will talks gently and laugh heartily, making lots of funny expressions. He even did 6 different poses for picture taking instantly and showed his English skills generously. During his interaction with fans, he is very generous, hugged them, laughed happily, electrified them with his charms, almost with no limitation and very friendly. However, Hyung Jun stated that when he is at home, he talks less, "but when up on stage, in order to mingle with fans, he will be very hyper and friendly".

He is the youngest in SS501, but is the eldest in his family. Having different status in different environments tend to make him confused. But he stated that currently, he is happy to be the youngest and a chatty KIm Hyung Jun, "because i am more suitable to be like that!".

Kim Hyung Jun debutted as SS501 in year 2005. His 3 years younger brother, Kim Ki Bum, joined U-Kiss 2 years ago, following Hyung Jun's footsteps into the entertainment industry. Hyung Jun event attended U-Kiss's events to support his little brother, showing their close relationship. However, recently U-Kiss's popularity is rising rapidly, will Hyung Jun be worried about his juniors overtaking him?

"My brother is currently very active in the industry, attending Korea variety shows. At first, we are good brothers, but now, i felt that his is a little threat, but he is still my good little brother!" He quickly added:"Just kidding! I am very happy to see my brother getting more attention and popularity".

U-Kiss came to Singapore twice, while this is the first time for Hyung Jun. He said that his brother had recommended him to try our local delicacies:"He told me Singapore's Chilli Crab and Pepper Crab is a must-try, and not to miss out on Singapore's night view. He even reminded me to buy a present for him. Haha!"

Hyung Jun also generously admit that he loves to search for his name on the web occasionally. His aim is to contribute to his popularity and increase the numbers of views. He stated:"Just started on my solo activities, thus i felt that this is a must, hope that fans will support me, and do the same for me!"

Participate in a musical at year end.

Hyung Jun will participate in a musical at the end of the year, hopes able to step into the movie industry in future.

After going solo, Kim Hyung Jun admits that sometimes he felt lonely. Now that he is alone, he needs to be more mature and careful in his social skills. But being a happy-go-lucky and straighforward, he added:"As a member of SS501, sometimes will want to try our different genres of music, but it might not suit the other members. Now being alone, i can pursue the music style that i like, and can get all the camera focus on myself. Haha!"
Having just signed with his new company, they stated that they protect Hyung Jun's activities with SS501. Even though they are in different agencies, but if they want to stand on stage together in future, the company will give their utmost support.

Kim Hyung Jun also disclosed that he will participate in a musical at year end:"Next i hope to advance into the movies industry. Wish that there is a good role for me!"


Hugs with fans

Over 1000 fans gathered at IMM Garden Plaza last night for "Kim Hyung Jun Meet-and-Greet" session.

Kim Hyung Jun is very friendly and nice during the 2 hours event. He even praised that Singapore fans are very enthusiastic. When the host, Ken, asked him if he wanted to unbutton his vest as the weather is too hot, Hyung Jun actually launched a counter attack and wanted Ken to take off his jacket. The scenario is funny.

Apart from personally signed the posters for the first group of fans, Hyung Jun also addressed each poster according to their names. As for the second group of fans, they received a limited edition poster from Hyung Jun personally. Some of them even asked for a hug, a handshake, highfive etc, having closer contact with their idol.

Credits to showbiz.omy.sg + poohlhl





Credits to (English translation for 2nd video) ode@ss501ode.blogspot.com

0.21 Are you the same in reality as how you are like on stage?


0.22 Nope, not at all (laughs)
Because I'm the eldest at home, I'm more quiet and speaks lesser at home
But when I'm on the stage, I'll try to be more active so that I could play with fans
In the initial state I was a little troubled
Because I was the eldest at home, I really do feel a little confused at times
But the me who is livelier as a maknae actually seem to fit my real personality better
There's no good or bad with going solo
But when the other members are not around my side, I have to be more independent and be more matured in dealing with each problem
I feel that it's rather good this way

1.24 First of all, without the other members around me, I feel...mm how to say it...feels lonely, and misses them. Will miss the times I am together with them when I'm performing alone. (and then english translation from the translator)

2.05 Talks about the genre of music that he wants to do but the other members may not be suitable, that part (there's english translation behind)

3.06 *Perfect hehehehe*
Its a joke hahahaha

[31/08] SS501 Kim Hyung Jun Departing from Changi and Arriving at Incheon

Credits to Pretty Boy + 3kimheopark501







Changi



Incheon