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Speed (South Korean Band)
Speed (; commonly stylized as SPEED) was a South Korean boy band formed by MBK Entertainment (formerly known as Core Contents Media) in 2012. The group was formerly Coed School's male unit until they became an independent group in 2013. In late 2015, MBK Entertainment removed their profile page from the official website and it was reported that the group was disbanded. History 2011–2012: Formation and debut In 2011, Core Contents Media announced that they would be dividing Co-Ed School into two sub-units. The first unit consisted of the original five Co-Ed School female members and one new member; together they would form 5Dolls (commonly stylized as F-ve Dolls). They debuted in 2011. The second unit consisted of the original Co-Ed School male members Kangho, Kwanghaeng, Jungwoo, Taewoon, Noori and Sungmin. On November 4, 2011, it was announced that member Kangho had withdrawn from the group to focus on an acting career. Core Contents Media also announced Superstar K3 contes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seoul
Seoul, officially Seoul Special Metropolitan City, is the capital city, capital and largest city of South Korea. The broader Seoul Metropolitan Area, encompassing Seoul, Gyeonggi Province and Incheon, emerged as the world's List of cities by GDP, sixth largest metropolitan economy in 2022, trailing behind New York metropolitan area, New York, Greater Tokyo Area, Tokyo, Greater Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Paris metropolitan area, Paris, and London metropolitan area, London, and hosts more than half of South Korea's population. Although Seoul's population peaked at over 10 million, it has gradually decreased since 2014, standing at about 9.6 million residents as of 2024. Seoul is the seat of the Government of South Korea, South Korean government. Seoul's history traces back to 18 BC when it was founded by the people of Baekje, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea. During the Joseon dynasty, Seoul was officially designated as the capital, surrounded by the Fortress Wall of Seoul. I ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ryu Hwayoung
Ryu Hwa-young (; born April 22, 1993), better known by the mononym Hwayoung, is a South Korean actress and singer. She is a former member of South Korean girl group T-ara. Biography Ryu Hwa-young was born on April 22, 1993, in Gwangju, South Korea. Her older twin sister, Ryu Hyo-young, is also a rapper and former member of the group Coed School and its sub-group F-ve Dolls. Ryu Hyo-young and Ryu Hwa-young made a guest appearance on SBS's variety show Star King in May 2010. They were both subsequently scouted and recruited by Core Contents Media. Career 2010–2012: T-ara and solo activities Core Contents Media originally slated to add Ryu Hyo-young into T-ara as the seventh member, but she recommended her twin sister, Ryu Hwa-young. In July 2010, it was announced that Ryu Hwa-young would be added into T-ara as lead rapper while her sister would be debuting in the newly formed Coed School. She began promotions as part of T-ara in November 2010 by appearing on the third season ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shannon (Korean Singer)
Shannon Arrum Williams (born 26 May 1998), known mononymously as Shannon, is a British streamer and former singer. In South Korea, she is known for being a contestant of '' K-pop Star 6: The Last Chance''. Prior to debut, Shannon has released two singles: "Day and Night" with T-ara's Areum and Gavy NJ's Gun-ji in September 2012 and then "Remember You" featuring Speed's Jongkook in January 2014 before making her official debuted in December 2014 with digital single "Daybreak Rain". Since her debut, she has released two extended plays, six singles and three soundtrack appearances. In 2016, Shannon also made her debut as an actress with cast in drama '' Moorim School: Saga of the Brave''. In 2019, Shannon left MBK Entertainment after the expiration of her contract. She has since retired as a singer and now works as a Twitch streamer. Early life and pre-debut Shannon Arrum Williams was born on 26 May 1998 in England to a Welsh father, Lees, and to a Korean mother, Kim Jung-mi. Shann ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shinsadong Tiger
Lee Ho-yang (June 3, 1983 – February 23, 2024), known professionally as Shinsadong Tiger, was a South Korean music producer and songwriter. After debuting in 2001 at the age of 18, he still worked several odd jobs to fund his music career. He was a known figure in the Korean pop music industry and is responsible for a number of popular songs.신사동호랭이 "여자 '용준형' 키우고 있어요"(인터뷰) . ''Star News''. December 1, 2011. In 2010, he was named the "New Generation Producer" at the 18th Korean Culture Entertainment Awards, and in 2011, he was named one of the most influential figures in the South Korean music industry by OSEN. Lee also started his own label, AB Entertainment, in which he debuted his own girl group, |
Ha Seok-jin
Ha Seok-jin (born March 4, 1982) is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his roles in TV drama series such as '' Radiant Office'' (2017), '' Drinking Solo'' (2016), ''Shark'' (2013), and '' 4 Legendary Witches'' (2014), for which he received two nominations for the Excellence Award at the 2014 MBC Drama Awards and the 4th APAN Star Awards. Early life Ha Seok-jin was born in Bangi-dong, Songpa District, Seoul, South Korea in 1982. He is the eldest of one son and one daughter. He entered the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Hanyang University and after completing his first year, he enlisted in the military. Career After completing his military service as Combat Police in year 2002, Ha returned to school. However, a friend who was working at an entertainment production company suggested he try acting. At first, Ha declined the offer, preferring to focus on his studies. But eventually, he decided to give it a try and made his debut in the entertainment industry th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ji Chang-wook
Ji Chang-wook (; born 5 July 1987) is a South Korean actor and singer. He rose to fame for playing the lead role of Dong-hae in daily drama series '' Smile Again'' (2010–2011), and has had notable lead roles in television series such as '' Warrior Baek Dong-soo'' (2011), '' Empress Ki'' (2013–2014), '' Healer'' (2014–2015), ''The K2'' (2016), '' Suspicious Partner'' (2017), '' The Worst of Evil'' (2023), and '' Welcome to Samdal-ri'' (2023–2024). He has also appeared in the film '' Fabricated City'' (2017). Career 2006–2009: Beginnings Ji began his career in musical theatre. He made his onscreen debut in the 2006 film ''Days...'' and had a minor role in the 2008 television drama ''You Stole My Heart''. He officially debuted in 2008 through the film, ''Sleeping Beauty''. In 2009, he appeared in '' My Too Perfect Sons'', playing the timid, youngest brother who ends up raising his best friend's daughter at just 20 years old. The weekend family drama received over 40% ra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Son Na-eun
Son Na-eun (; born February 10, 1994), known mononymously as Naeun, is a South Korean actress and singer. She gained popularity following her debut as a member of the South Korean girl group, Apink. Apart from her group's activities, Son has also starred in various television series such as '' The Great Seer'' (2012), '' My Kids Give Me a Headache'' (2012–2013), '' Second 20s'' (2015), '' Cinderella with Four Knights'' (2016), ''The Most Beautiful Goodbye'' (2017), '' Dinner Mate'' (2020), '' Ghost Doctor'' (2022), '' Agency'' (2023) and '' Romance in the House'' (2024). In April 2021, Son left IST Entertainment and remained a member of Apink until April 8, 2022, before withdrawing from the group. Soon after leaving IST, she is currently active as an actress. Life and career 1994–2010: Early life and career beginnings Son was born on February 10, 1994, in Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea. She was born into a family lineage with interest in arts. Her mother is an art mu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Pink
Apink (; ) is a South Korean girl group formed by IST Entertainment, (formerly Play M Entertainment, A Cube Entertainment, and Plan A Entertainment) and managed by Choi Creative Lab as of April 2024. The group debuted on April 19, 2011, with the extended play (EP) ''Seven Springs of Apink.'' Apink currently consists of five members: Chorong, Bomi, Eunji, Namjoo, and Hayoung. Originally a septet, Yookyung left in 2013 to pursue her education and Naeun left to pursue her acting career in 2022. , the group is no longer listed on IST Entertainment's website. Since their debut, Apink has won awards at shows such as the Golden Disc Awards, the Seoul Music Awards and the Mnet Asian Music Awards. Their first music program win was on ''M Countdown'' on January 5, 2012, for "My My" from their second EP ''Snow Pink''. To date, Apink has released nine Korean EPs, five Korean studio albums, and three Japanese studio albums. History Pre-debut In February 2011, Play M Entertainment, A Cube E ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Bo-young
Park Bo-young (; born February 12, 1990) is a South Korean actress. She is best known for her leading roles in the hit films '' Scandal Makers'' (2008), '' A Werewolf Boy'' (2012) and '' On Your Wedding Day'' (2018), and the television series '' Oh My Ghost'' (2015), '' Strong Girl Bong-soon'' (2017), '' Daily Dose of Sunshine'' (2023), '' Light Shop'' (2024), and '' Melo Movie'' (2025). Early life and education Park was born in Jeungpyeong County, North Chungcheong Province, South Korea. She is the second of three daughters. Her father served in the Special Forces Brigade for 34 years. She graduated from Jeungpyeong Elementary School, Jeungpyeong Girls' Middle School, Daeseong Girls' Commercial High School and Dankook University's Department of Performing Arts with a major in theater and film. Career Beginnings Before her official acting debut in 2006, Park appeared in the short film ''Equal'' in 2005 while in middle school. The clip won the Challenging Reality Award () at th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Davichi
Davichi () is a South Korean pop duo formed in 2008, consists of Lee Hae-ri and Kang Min-kyung. The duo has released three studio albums and six extended plays to date, and featured on several soundtracks for television dramas such as ''Big'' (2012), '' Iris II'' (2013), ''It's Okay, That's Love'' (2014), '' Descendants of the Sun'' (2016) and '' Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo'' (2016). Since their debut with the single "I Love You Even Though I Hate You", they have experienced consistent commercial success, with seven number-one singles in Korea. They have a less pop aesthetic than usually defines K-pop and Hallyu, focusing more on power ballads influenced with R&B. They have sold over 42 million digital singles, making them one of the best-selling girl groups. Name Their name, "Davichi", is derived from the Korean phrase "shining over everything" ( 다 비치). Career 2008–2010: Debut and breakthrough The duo released their debut studio album, ''Amaranth'', on Februa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
IONE
Ione may refer to: Places * Ione, California, a city * Ione, Colorado, an unincorporated community * Ione, Nevada, an unincorporated community * Ione, Oregon, a city * Ione, Washington, a town * Ionopolis or Ione, an ancient town near Antioch People * Ione Band of Miwok Indians, a federally recognized tribe in California * Ione Belarra (born 1987), Spanish politician * Ione Christensen (born 1933), Canadian politician * Ione Virginia Hill Cowles (1858-1940), American clubwoman, social leader * Ione Wood Gibbs (c. 1871–1923), American educator, journalist, and clubwoman * Ione Grogan (1891–1961), American academic and educator * Ione Genevieve Shadduck (1923-2022), American educator, women's rights activist, and attorney * Ione Skye (born 1970), British-American actress Other uses * Tropical Storm Ione (other), one Atlantic and several Pacific Ocean hurricanes, storms and typhoons * ''Ione'' (plant), a genus of orchids * ''Ione'' (crustacean), a genus of iso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
F-ve Dolls
F-ve Dolls (; sometimes stylized in all caps, formerly known as 5dolls) was a South Korean girl group formed by Core Contents Media in 2011. The group was composed of six members: Hyoyoung, Seunghee, Yeonkyung, Hyewon, Eunkyo and Nayeon. They debuted with two single tracks, "Lip Stains" () and "I Mean You" (), in 2011. The group was known as "Female Unit" of Coed School until CCM's announced that the group became independent in 2013, originally as five members, Soomi and Chanmi left the group’s line-up on 2012, The group disbanded on March 10, 2015. History 2010: Formation In December 2010, Coed School broke into sub-groups. The female members Lee Soo-mi, Heo Chan-mi, Ryu Hyo-young and Jin Hye-won, with the addition of new member Seo Eun-kyo, became 5dolls. 2011: Debut with ''Lip Stains'', ''Charming Five Girls'', ''Time to Play'' On January 20, 2011, 5dolls released two promotional videos featuring Jay Park, one called "Lip Stains" and the other one called "I Mean Y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
