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Thursday, December 19, 2013

(Fan Photos) Kim Hyun Joong Departing Incheon for Inspiring Generation Shooting in China

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(Photo) Kim Hyun Joong Official Weibo and Facebook Page Update:Break time during shooting..

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'Boys Over Flowers' Kim Hyun Joong and Jung Ho Bin reunite in still cuts for 'Generation of Youth'

Source: http://www.allkpop.com

Kim Hyun Joong transformed from a flower boy to a rugged fighter in still cuts of 'Generation of Youth'!

The still cuts show Kim Hyun Joong mourning in a white Chinese traditional uniform at a funeral with a bruised up face. The 'Boys Over Flowers' reunion of Kim Hyun Joong and Jung Ho Bin also piqued fans' interest as did the appearance of Choi Il Hwa.

Kim Hyun Joong shared, "I am very joyful to act alongside veteran sunbaenims. I will do my best for them."

A rep commented, "The actors' good sunbae-hoobae relationship works to improve the drama. Please anticipate the actors' never-before-seen transformation and Kim Hyun Joong's upgraded image."

'Generation of Youth' is a romantic noir drama set in the 1930s centered around young fighters and their story of love and friendship. It will premiere following 'Pretty Man' on January 15!

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

(Article) Kim Hyun Joong Wearing "cheongsam" for "Inspiring Generation"

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Translation: @howlovelylala at twitter

Kim Hyun Joong from upcoming KBS2 Wed-Thu drama 'Inspirinig Generation : the Birth of the GOD of battles' reveals his nice look in Chinese dress chángpáo on 18th by the production company.

In the photo, Kim Hyun Joong is wearing white chángpáo (Chinese dress) and offering incense to mourn someone's death, suppressing sadness.
The white chángpáo presents Kim Hyun Joong's determined and sober feelings boldly.

Inspiring Generation is set in Shanghai in 1930's, so Kim Hyun Joong's perfect look in chángpáo attracts people's attention.

Choi Il Hwa, who's playing as 'Hwang Bang Pa''s big boss 'Seol Doo Sung' in 'Bang Sam Tong' in Shanghai, also looks good in chángpáo. He is broad-minded with remarkable strategies, and will help Jung Tae (Kim Hyun Joong) to stand against 'Il Kook Hwoi (Japanese Yakuza)' which intends to swallow the continent.

Jung Tae's another helper is 'Wang Baek San', charismatic actor Jung Ho Bin is playing as, who is the 'Hwang Bang Pa''s under boss. (in black chángpáo in the pix)

It is said Choi Il Hwa and Jung Ho Bin attentively taught and discussed about acting with Kim Hyun Joong when camera was off in the filming set. Kim Hyun Joong said "I am very glad to work with these big seniors. I will definitely do my best"

The production company 'Ray&Mo''s source said "The actors work in perfect harmony between older and younger and that creates a synergy effect. Please expect famous supporting actors' transformation into something different roles and Kim Hyun Joong's significant growth as well.

Inspiring Generation is a huge scaled 'emotional romantic noir' with first-class action, set in 1930's Shanghai, showing love and royalty between young fighters from Korea· China· Japan.

It is planned to premiere in January 15 following 'Pretty Man'.

INSPIRING GENERATION Update: Kim Hyun Joong Wearing "cheongsam" KBS Official stills for "Inspiring Generation"

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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

‘The Age of Feeling’ Gets Love Calls from America, Thailand and More

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KBS 2TV’s upcoming drama The Age of Feeling is already receiving much attention from the Asia market.

The drama production company, Ray & Mo, announced on December 11, that The Age of Feeling received a lot of attention at ‘Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF)’, which was held in Singapore between December 3 through 6.

ATF is one of Asia’s biggest entertainment contents market, where companies gather to exchange information and to do business in regards to media content. This year’s ATF gathered about 4,000 people from over 60 countries.

The Age of Feeling received pre-orders from American and Thailand and is in the process of settling deals with other countries that have sent love calls.

The drama’s hero, Kim Hyun Joong, also received a lot of attention, as he is taking more steps to solidify his status as an actor after his success as a singer and an entertainer.

A rep from Ray & Mo stated, “We’ve been getting love calls and inquiries in regards to the copyright of the drama from all around the globe. The Age of Feeling is expected to lead another round of the hallyu wave.”

The Age of Feeling is an action-fantasy drama set in 1930s and will depict the story of love, loyalty and friendship of fighters from Korea, Japan and China.

Stay tuned for the first episode airing in January following Pretty Boy!