[News] 2PM's Nichkhun rumored to be a 'night emperor'?

Word around K-pop town is that 2PM's Nichkhun loves the nightlife, and the idol star came forward to clear up the rumor himself.

On the May 21st broadcast of 'Incarnation', a few of the 2PM members featured as guests and MC Kim Gu Ra used the golden opportunity to ask Nichkhun, "I heard you go out a lot at night, and there are rumors that people in Gangnam call you by the nickname, 'night emperor'.

Nichkhun responded, "I think I know why. It's because our boss used to have me come out. When he's out and meeting someone, he always tells me to come out too."

Chansung added, "He wants to show off Nichkhun, so he calls him and invites him out." When the MCs asked, "Just Nichkhun?" Chansung brought laughs as he said, "Yeah it seems that way!"

"By the way, we're not talking about J.Y. Park hyung here. We're talking about our other boss who is in charge of the business operation," said Taecyeon to clear things up for those who might misunderstand, bringing 'Ahhhh's and 'Ohhhh's from the MCs who had been thinking it was about J.Y. Park.

Nichkhun then added, "Before the rumor came out, I probably went out about twice a week [because of him]. But he apologized to me later when these rumors started circulating. Now instead of having me come out, he will just have me talk through the phone," bringing the topic to a close as the set laughed.

So it seems Nichkhun isn't much of a 'night emperor' after all!

Source: allkpop

[News] 2PM to donate part of their 'Grown' album profits to charity

2PM will be donating a portion of their album profits to charity!

Taecyeon appeared as a guest on KBS 2TV's '1 vs 100' on the 21st, where he revealed to the surprise of the audience, "We're planning to donate a part of this album's profits to charity."

He also added, "If I become the final person on '1 vs 100', I'm going to donate 50,000,000 KRW to (~45,000 USD) to children in need."

Unfortunately, Taecyeon didn't win on '1 vs 100', but he'll still be helping out those in need with his fellow 2PM members.

2PM recently made their long-awaited comeback with their album 'Grown' and its title track "A.D.T.O.Y.".

Source: allkpop

[News] 2PM Taecyeon reveals why he decided to attend Korea University's School of International Studies

2PM's Taecyeon revealed his thought process behind his decision to attend Korea University's School of International Studies.

He was a guest on the May 21st episode of KBS 2TV's '1 vs 100', where he said, "I'm going to Korea University's School of International Studies because I've always been interested in the field. I thought about it a lot when I decided to attend."

MC Han Suk Joon asked, "Why did you choose that major? When I heard you were going to graduate school, I thought you were going to quit being a singer and become a scholar."

Taecyeon revealed what was going through his head when he said, "I wondered what it'd be like if I helped use the influence I have as part of 2PM internationally in a good way, so I decided on that major. I might not be a scholar, but It's something I want to try. I'm going to work hard so that I can become an ambassador of peace."

Good luck to Taecyeon with his studies!

Source: allkpop

[Live][Music Bank K-Chart] 3rd Week of May & 2PM - A.D.T.O.Y

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[Entertainment][ENG] ASK IN A BOX: 2PM(투피엠)_A.D.T.O.Y.(하.니.뿐.)

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[Twitter] 2PM Chansung Signing "Pervert" Album?

 @2PMagreement211:

The room of time and album... I have to sign the albums in there but that is a room 

where you'll have weird experience of an hour that feels like 10 hours.. 

There are 1400 copies but there's a trap that there is another room..

Eumhahaha Signing is the beauty of an album promotion, right

@2PMagreement211:

And this is a pervert album.. It can be viewed better after you touched it...@ _@ 

[Twitter] 2PM’s Taecyeon Corrects Mistake Made by “Weekly Idol”

On May 23, 2PM‘s Taecyeon posted on twitter, “I don’t own a car, so I don’t know on what grounds they are making such claims… That’s not even my parent’s car. You guys are making claims too senselessly. You should’ve at least checked your facts.”

When fans started expressing worries on twitter, Taecyeon wrote, “It’s nothing too serious. I just don’t want any baseless rumors about me circulating.”

Previously on May 22, MBC Every1's “Weekly Idol” mistakenly reported that Taecyeon owns a Korean-made SUV that is worth approximately 4.5 million Korean won (about $45,000 USD) as a part of their ranking chart, “I Want to Ride It, Too. Idols’ It Car BEST.”

After Taecyeon openly corrected “Weekly Idol”s mistake and expressed regret in their careless report, a representative of “Weekly Idol” said, “We just confirmed that the content we have about Taecyeon is wrong. We are currently editing the clips to remove the parts where we talk about Taecyeon and his car.”

Source: soompi

[Twitter] 2PM Taecyeon's Fun Date with a Girl

@taeccool:

"@color2739: @taeccool Oppa, today was so much fun~ 

I'm not hating oppa, I really like you♥ I'll see you again next time!!!" Sure!

[News] 2PM Junsu @ Musical "The Three Musketeers" to land in Japan this summer!

It's been decided that the musical "The Three Musketeers," which has been gaining popularity in Korea since its premiere in 2009, will be performed in Tokyo in August.

This musical, which is based on a novel by Alexandre Dumas, has been performed all over the country and is now including Japan. The gorgeous performers, which includes many stars, is the biggest highlight of the Korean version.

Four stars including 2PM's Jun. K will be appearing as the main chatacter D'artagnan in Japan too.
"This is my first time appearing in a musical. By participating in the field, I'm being challenged since I wanted to try it out for a while. I practice while learning many things from my seniors who have been active from the beginning, like the vocalization and acting as well," said Jun. K.

He showed his singing ability and vivid performance looking as if it wasn't his first musical, receiving great cheers from the audience during the show in Korea, which was held from February until April of this year.
"D'artagnan is a young man who leaves home to travel to Paris to join the Musketeers of the Guard - he resembles me with his energetic personality. There are many cool action scenes where he tries to rescue the heroine, as well other scenes using swords.

The 2PM members also came to see the show and praised my strenuous actions, saying, 'It was awesome!' (laughs)"

2PM Jun. K

He says that he is also really looking forward to the Japanese performance in August.

"I sometimes talk to my co-performers about how I'd like to try out an adlib while saying my lines in Japanese, but my courage may fail me at that moment? (laughs) I'd like to play D'artagnan while just being myself and while following my senior's acting. I'd like many people to see "The Three Musketeers" since it's a wonderful work that moves people through the men's passionate friendship."

Jun. K responded to the interview with a fully refreshing aura even while he was busy with the Korean performances.

He revealed the story behind his splendid sword technique, saying "I bought a fencing sword in Japan and was practicing silently since I had a tour in Japan until just before the premiere. I got many blisters on my hand."

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[Twitter] Scary 2PM Nichkhun?!

@Khunnie0624:

Arhgggggghgggggg!!!!!!!!!

[Entertainment][ENG] LOTTE DUTY FREE (official youtube channel greetings from 2PM)

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[News] 2PM Taecyeon’s Mom is the “Queen of Housewives”

On the May 21 episode of the SBS talk show “Hwashin,” 2PM‘s Taecyeon talked about his mother’s impressive resume.

Taecyeon told the guests and MCs of the show that his mother has won many “Housewives” quiz shows from all three terrestrial televisions stations- MBC, SBS, KBS-  resulting in many prizes. He revealed that most of the household products in his parents’ house were prizes from the quiz shows. His mother also won “King of Kings” status on one quiz show, winning a 15 days, 14 nights European vacation.  He added, “She has gone overseas more than I have.”

Other quests of the show for this episode included fellow member Nichkhun and Chansung, actor Lee Chang Hoon, and singer Sung Shi Kyung.

Source: soompi

[News] 2PM’s Taecyeon Dreams of Marrying at Age 27

Not talking about virtual marriage, but the real thing, 2PM’s Taceyeon revealed his initial plans on getting married.

In an upcoming episode of KBS’ Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook, Yoo Hee Yeol asked the 2PM members what their dreams were.

Currently invested in songwriting, Junho said he would like to create a solo album filled with his songs, and not Park Jin Young’s.

For Taecyeon, he said he wants to get married at age 27.

“My parents got married when they were 27, so my dream has always been to marry at age 27 too. If you get married early, it’ll be good because you won’t feel a generation gap with kids,” said Taecyeon.

“But I’m turning 27 next year, so it might be hard to fulfill my dreams.”

The episode will air on May 24.

Source: enewsworld

[News] ′Vitamin′ Reveals 2PM′s Taecyeon Has a Slight Thyroid Infection

2PM's Taecyeon may look perfectly healthy on the outside, but it actually turns out he has health problems of his own.

In a recent shoot for KBS2's Vitamin, the panelists and guests got to learn about thyroid cancer, the most common type of cancer in Korea.

Producers this day released the results of a test the guests had taken before the shoot. Surprisingly, Taecyeon's results turned up a problem.

In an ultrasound test, Taecyeon's thyroids showed a slight infection.

2PM's Nichkhun and Wooyoung said worriedly, "We were confident in our health but we never knew we would get such results."

The professor who spoke as the expert told Taecyeon, "Slight infections often disappear on their own so there's no need to worry too much, but later on you should get your thyroids checked again."

The episode will air on May 22.

Source: enewsworld

[BTS][CF][ENG] 2PM in AD Shooting of Lotte Duty Free

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[Entertainment] KBS World Theme Song with 2PM [The 10th Year Anniversary Special Event]

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[News] 2PM-MBLAQ-Shinhwa All Line Up with 'Sexy,' Why?

As the end of May nears and the temperature begins to creep up, clothes are starting to come off. Especially in K-pop, clothes are coming off fast.

Jay Park, who released "Welcome" back in April. was the first to welcome the approaching summer with his R-rated music video. Appearing shirtless and displaying his toned upper body, Jay Park got in his groove with actress Oh Cho Hee as controversy regarding the problem of adult content in K-pop mounted.

Interestingly, the baton of 'sexy' was relayed onto 2PM, Jay Park's former teammates. Coming back after a 3-year hiatus, 2PM is not holding anything back as they showed off their chiseled abs and bulky chests in their album covers.

VIXX, who debuted last year, released a seminude album cover on May 14. Immediately following their bold act was 7-men idol group, 100%, with another string of seminude photos.

The longest-lived idol group, Shinhwa, did not give an inch when it came to doing 'sexy.' Though they did not show any six-packs or bulging biceps, Shinhwa declared that they will show how sexy thirty-something year olds can be.

MBLAQ, set to come back early June, will be heading in the 'sexy' territory with emphasis on sensuality.

All in all, the recent trend of male artists toward 'sexy' seems to stem from the need to stand out from a crowd of similar groups that sing about the same things. The struggle to be unique will continue as competition keeps getting tougher and tougher.

Source: kpopstarz

[Twitter] 2PM Nichkhun's Peace

@Khunnie0624:

When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.

[News] 2PM New Album 'GROWN' Ranks Number 1 on 3 Japan Music Charts

Group 2PM's new album, GROWN, has ranked number 1 on 3 Japan music charts.

Today, JYP Entertainment stated that 2PM's new album, GROWN, was ranked number 2 on the HMV chart for the Version A album and number 1 for the HMV reservations cart for their version B album and on  the Tower Records Daily chart.

Aside from those charts, they are also at number 2 on the Tower Records Cumulative weekly chart and in the top 10 on the Oricon Weekly charts as well.

On the other hand, they will release their Japan single, GIVE ME LOVE, on May 29 and is ranked number 1 for reservations on Tower Records.

This album is their first comeback in 2 years in Korea and has had many fans anticipating and waiting for this album.

They have come back with double title songs, "Comeback When You Hear this Song" and "All Day I think of You."

They have come back with a more mature and soft charm rather than their more familiar 'beast' image.

From the clothing to the music, they have become one step lighter and the music video gives off a more sophisticated and broadway feel.

It was also revealed that the members had worked together to produce this album, making it even more special. Some members composed entire songs while others helped with lyrics or the rap making portions.

2PM is currently busy with activities for their new album.

Source: kpopstarz

[News] 2PM Nichkhun Shares Details About His Drunken Driving Accident

2PM's Nickhun shared the details surrounding his drunken driving accident from last year.

On May 21, Taecyeon, Chan Sung, Nichkhun, Sung Si Kyung and actor Lee Chang Hoon came on talk show, "Strong Heart 2."

Nichkhun shared, "After the accident, I visited the victim and asked for forgiveness. I was in a deep hole back then. I was in no shape to talk about it in public."

Asked what the most hurtful thing he heard was, Nichkhun answered, "'You should go back to Thailand. You are horrible.' That was the most difficult to handle because I felt responsible for tainting my country's image."

"I did not even want to go back home to Thailand. I could not see my parents because I felt so sorry. Instead, my parents visited and told me, 'Accept the consequences for your mistake, take courage and do greater things,'" Nichkhun recalled.

"I did not leave home for about a month and a half. I wanted to be alone. I hated myself and could not forgive myself. I am usually the one to call other members out and give them advice, so I felt especially sorry."

Nichkhun also clarified the rumors surrounding his nickname, 'The Emperor of Night,' on this episode of 'Tuesday god.'

Source: kpopstarz

[News] Nichkhun Volunteered at Facility for Disabled Children After His Drunk Driving Incident

On the recent episode of SBS’s “Hwashin,” which was aired on May 21, 2PM’s Nichkhun discussed the controversial drunk driving incident.

When asked how he was able to forgive himself, Nichkhun answered, “For the first month and a half, I stayed home and I couldn’t stand it. I thought if I continue to hide, I would go crazy.”

Nichkhun continued, “I told our manager that I wanted to do something and I was able to find it. I decided to go to a facility for disabled children. At first, facing people was very difficult for me. Everyone’s gaze felt accusing and condemning. But then, I learned to be happy.”

Nichkhun explained, “The children gave me hope. Despite the fact that they are disabled, they do not feel the discomfort. When I saw them playing happily like any other kids, I thought that I should not give up. It was a great experience for me.”

He added, “I have worked hard as a member of 2PM for only one goal. You never know when you will lose everything, so I wanted to try my best. Even when I got tired, I was greedy and wanted to do more. Then this happened and I think this was a warning for me to stop and take a look around. Because I was running towards this one goal, I only looked forward and I forgot about everything else. I think this was an opportunity for me to slow down.”

Meanwhile, Nichkhun was involved in a car accident while under the influence of alcohol in July last year.

Source: soompi

[News] 2PM’s Nichkhun Dates through the Phone

Wanting to stay hidden, 2PM’s Nichkhun revealed that when he dates, it’s usually through the phone.

On May 21, Nichkhun, along with Taecyeon and Chansung, appeared as a guest on SBS’ Incarnation, where he was asked if the 2PM members are dating.

The 2PM members revealed that their ban on dating has lifted. MC Shin Dong Yeop remarked that they must have laughed in the background, since they’ve been dating this entire time.

But Nichkhun said that what he does can’t really be considered dating. “I’ll meet her, but we won’t date,” said Nichkhun, confusing the MC panel.

Nichkhun shared that when he meets someone, instead of outwardly dating, he usually just communicates through the phone or with texting.

The MCs wondered if it was because the woman in question was also a celebrity, which Nichkhun added, "I'm really scared of scandals. I'm scared of being seen with a woman."

Actor Lee Chang Hoon, also a guest on the show, then told Nichkhun, “You have to date a lot. That way, you can find the right woman.”

MC Shin Dong Yeop agreed and told Nichkhun to listen to Lee Chan Hoon, since he’s the ancestor of scandals.

Source: enewsworld