[INTERVIEW] 110816 U-Kiss' Dongho Reborn as 'Hong Gil Dong'

U-Kiss' youngest member, Dongho, is being reborn in the animation film 'Hong Gil Dong 2084'. We caught up with Dongho last friday to discuss about his first animation voice dubbing at the film's media premiere.

Dongho: Hello E-Daily viewers. I'm one of the voice dubbers of Hong Gil Dong and U-Kiss' Dongho. It's nice to meet you.

You've taken on the role in 'Hong Gil Dong 2084', an animation that is set in 2084 Yuldo City. It's a story about Hong Gil Dong protecting the peace and freedom of the city.
Dongho: Yes, the olden-day Hong Gil Dong is placed into the times of 2084 as an animation. The role I've taken on is the main character, Hong Gil Dong, who is more sophisticated compared to the old hero.

This is the first time you've faced the challenge of animation dubbing. Did you have any difficulties adjusting to the role, such as breathing?
Dongho: Reenacting the heavy breathing scenes were quite hard, especially the fighting scenes. You need to have the correct breathing and breathe hard at the right times. I think the breathing is harder than executing the lines.

I heard that you recently just turned 18 years old and proudly received your ID card.
Dongho: I thought I'd be happy once I got my ID but I didn't feel any different. Once I came out, I went to the bank and I need to bring my passport or something like it, but now I can just pull out a card from my wallet. It made me feel happy and satisfied.

The group you are a member of, U-Kiss, is currently active in Japan. When will you be active again in Korea?
Dongho: We've been living in Japan and performing Japanese activities so we weren't able to do many Korean activities. We're planning to release a 2nd album in Korea and come out on broadcasts regularly, so I hope everyone will support us then.

We'll finish the interview on a strong note by having you say a few words.
Dongho: The film will be released on the 18th of August so please give it a lot of love. I will have many activities in the future so please give lots of support while I work hard at them. Thank you.

Credits: kissmeukiss + edaily.co.kr + rocketboxx.net (translations)

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[TRANS] 110819 Dongho's Black vs Blonde hair

Idols Black vs Blonde hair, which is more attractive?

Blonde-coloured hair is worth trying once. In more recent years, idol groups have been frequently sporting the hair colour to be more eye catching and create a strong, cool image. So which one is the better one, the bright & fresh blonde or the dark & mysterious pitch black?

Recently, online communities have been intensely discussing and comparing several different idol group members.
Irrelevant parts omitted
Idol group U-Kiss' Dongho made a transformation, in one of U-Kiss' (older) album concepts, from black to blonde hair. He commented that his blonde hairstyle had erased his cute image and created a manlier image for him.
What do you think about blonde/black hairstyles? Which do you think looks better on Dongho?

Credits: kissmeukiss + stylem.mt.co.kr + rocketboxx.net (translations)

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[TRANS] 110705 U-Kiss @ Epop Magazine

For the time being. U-Kiss is very busy promoting their album in Asian countries. If they could go on a holiday for a month, what would they wanna do? If it was the end of the world, what would they do?

Question: If you could go on a vacation for a month, what would you do?

Kevin: A month?…hmmm..what to do?

Eli: I’ll go visit my family in America.

Kevin: Watch NBC too? (The National Broadcasting Company)

Eli: Yup!

AJ: A month? Hmmm….. I wanna go backpacking in Australia. I wanna go to a lot of places there

Kevin: I wanna go to New York!

Kiseop: I wanna go to the beach!

Kevin: You wanna on a vacation for a month at a beach?! ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Dongho: I wanna sleep for a month!

Eli & Kevin: Dongho wants to hibernate, haha!

Hoon: I wanna visit my hometown in Namgyangju

Soohyun: Hmmm….I wanna go to Jeju Island with the members ^^

U-Kiss: (chatter) No~ thanks!

Credits: kissmeukiss + epop magazine + elseop @ tumblr (scan, translations)

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[TRANS] 110624 U-Kiss @ Junior Magazine

Animal Test 1: The members had to choose an animal that they think will send good future messages. They also chose an animal that is most likely to tell bad news. The choices: tiger, dog, lamb, parrot, and turtle.

Animal Test 2: From the choices lion, horse, lamb, cow, and monkey, the members had to choose which animals they would get rid of first.

Animal Test 3: The members chose how they will “move”/”transport” these animals: snake, monkey, and bird

Animal Test 4: This test will show how the members will react if their crush had a boyfriend by choosing an animal.

DONGHO’S RESULTS

Animal Test Result 1: Dongho chose the tiger that will most likely send good future messages and chose the turtle that will send out bad messages. These results show Dongho expects to meet his future partner/girlfriend who has strong wills and ambitions. Choosing the turtle, the future partner/girlfriend Dongho should NOT meet is someone who does not know how to smile and someone who is always serious. 

Animal Test Result 2: Monkey-Lamb-Lion-Cow-Horse is the order that Dongho chose to get rid of first. He values work the most then money. Falling that, he cares for his friends/partner. 

Animal Test Result 3: Dongho chose to have the snake wrap around the monkey’s neck and have the bird sit on the monkey’s shoulders. With his, he would hold hands with the monkey. This shows that Dongho will trust his future partner/girlfriend 100%. Dongho will have his future partner/girlfriend take care of finance problems and have her take care of their future child’s education. Holding hands with the monkey show that Dongho will work hard with his partner to be together forever. 

Animal Test Result 4: Dongho chose a lion. Even though he looks strong on the outside, he is weak. Dongho will not confess to his crush; therefore, he will only watch her from far away.

Credits: kissmeukiss + r2pi @ tumblr (translations)

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[TRANS] 110620 U-Kiss @ Inkigayo Magazine (May Issue)

TRY TRY, ABOUT '0330' Just like the song, I’ve actually experienced something like that. Even though it’s a sad memory, in order to show the right emotions, I have to think about it. In junior high, I started off as an athlete. In order to move forward for this dream, I had to go away for 5 months to receive proper training. I had to break up with my girlfriend because of that. I liked her a lot but I had to force myself. That was the first time I learned about ‘girls’ and ‘tears’.

EPISODE During our album preparations, it was Eli and Soohyun’s birthday. Because we were so busy with the recording, we couldn’t celebrate their birthdays properly. So, we bought a cake and told them to go out. We turned off the lights and threw them a mini surprise party.

I WANT U-KISS TITLE U-Kiss has a lot of titles. I’ll be selfish and name what kind of title I want. “Emotional Vocal Hoon”, please make a placard of that (laughs).

SUCCESS MUTIZEN SONG I don’t cry easily. But if we did receive #1, I think I would cry thinking about my past struggles.

U-KISS BAND POSITION I never took piano lessons, but I’m able to play simple chords. We got new instruments in our practice room. Every time we go in, all the members fight for the instruments they want. One member would play the guitar while the other member will play the piano. We can now play 2-3 songs alone.

HOON’S TEMPTATION, CHARM All the members have their own charms, but I don’t think I have anything special. I guess I’m confident in my voice.

IDEAL TYPE I think my ideal type never change. My ideal type when I was young is the same for now too. To express shortly, I like girls that are cute and small. Oh, and girls with soft hands. If I had a girlfriend, I would sing for her. I would also write words with the candle on a dark night at a park. My future girlfriend, please look forward to it~!

IF I’M A WOMAN If I was a girl, I would definitely date Eli. If Eli was my boyfriend, he would take care of me even without me asking for his attention. He’s not too immature and he’s very reliable. I personally like those kind of people. He’s closest to my ideal type. The member I do NOT want to date is AJ. The Reason? He’s only good to girls. TOO much.

JUST TRY First thing is first, I want U-Kiss to be known by everyone. It would be nice if my name can be known too. I think I would die of happiness if someone would recognize me in the streets.

TO FAN I know I lack in many parts. Instead of being lazy, I will practice hard even after our schedules. Fans, I know I’ll be awkward at first. I want to thank everyone who’s supporting us. We will show you a better side of us in the future. Please watch out for us.

Credits: kissmeukiss + r2pi @ tumblr (translations)

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[TRANS] 110611 Dongho's Tweet

Kiseop hyung’s iPhone also got stolen ㅡ If it was only my phone, I would have thought that maybe I lost it? But Kiseop hyung’s and a staff member’s phone got stolen ㅡ Ha aaaaaaaaah ㅡ 

Credits: kissmeukiss + @Dongho94 + r2pi @ tumblr

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[TRANS] 110505 ukisskorea's Announcement regarding Japanese fans

There is a group of Japanese fans who are constantly following U-Kiss everywhere by taxi and also to their personal homes/dorm, not only in Japan but also in Korea. These actions have caused harm towards the members and managers. We've warned them many times to stop with these actions but they've even retrieved the manager's phone number. They also came to the office, stylist salon and places in Korea which Kiss Mes are forbidden to be at, so we've decided to restrict their access to any events such as fan meetings, fan signings, etc. Even if they are members of Kiss Me 2 (paid Kiss Mes), their privileges to events related to U-Kiss have been revoked. We will be posting an official statement on the homepage as well.
Kiss Mes, we understand that you wish to meet U-Kiss but please refrain from performing actions that may disturb them or we will restrict you from attending any U-Kiss events, in Japan & Korea. Please respect the rules. I am very saddened to announce bad news in such nice weather. ㅠㅠ Please be careful in the future with this kind of problem. Let's support U-Kiss!!

Credits: kissmeukiss + @ukisskorea + @sunmun423 (translations) + rocketboxx.net

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[TRANS] 110411 U-Kiss @ KoreanPOP Magazine Vol. 11 (Indonesian Magazine) - Interview

After holding a succesful Mini Concert in Medan-Brastagi, Indonesia last March 5th, KoreanPOP got an opportunity to interview the group, U-Kiss. After waiting under a cold weather for about 15 minutes, finally we were able to meet the 6 boys which welcomed us with a friendly atmosphere. Although they've done so many activities during that day, there was no sign of tiredness in their faces. They threw jokes at each other making the awkward atmosphere into a friendlier one making the 10mins interview feel like just 3mins. All the questions & answers were in English, thanks to Eli and Alexander (translator note: I think they forget to put Kevin's name here) for being the translators between KoreanPOP and Soohyun, Kiseop & Dongho.

Credits: kissmeukiss + KoreanPOP + U-KISSesia + Xian @UKISSesia (scans/taken & translation)  + lexy @ kissmeukiss (corrections)

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[TRANS] 110331 Dongho @ Epop Magazine Issue 303

What is the difference between “singer Dongho” and “actor Dongho”?

There isn’t a very big difference, when we are performing on music shows I will walk and use music to de-stress, but now I pass time by watching dramas. The biggest difference is that my members are not with me. When I am lonely or sad I have no one to lean onto. This is quite sad.

Was the filming of “Royal Family” interesting?

Very interesting. There were much more scenes that I had to act in compared to the previous movie that I was in. The difficulty level was also higher, and my acting skills are not that good yet, but I am trying to improve on this and I feel that I should work harder.

Was it burdensome to act together with your seniors?

“Royal Family” is based on a family in Korea’s high-class society, so the atmosphere on set is quite tense, but after the director shouts “Cut!” it will be different, especially when I hear the seniors talk about their past experiences. They are so meaningful!

Is there a role you must try playing?
 

I want to try playing a role like Kim Joo Won (Hyunbin) in “Secret Garden” that can move even male fans. I also want to try playing roles that can make people think “if only I were more mature” or “If only I could do this”.

Which actor do you want to act most with?

“Dream High”’s Kim Soohyun hyung. I am his loyal fan! Actually, I’ve met him once, his personality is really nice! If I ever get to the standard where I can work with him, I hope I will get the chance to.

Is it very tiring to be acting and preparing for a comeback at the same time?

To be honest... I am feeling very tired, that’s why I am trying to adopt good habits. I need to rest but at the same time remember dance steps and watch dramas! So, I am working hard now to balance all these out.

Do you have any special methods to keep yourself healthy?
 

I don’t have anything special, but I really like eating sweet food like chocolates. Once I am tired I will be unhappy, so at these times I need chocolate to cool myself down.

What present do you want to give to your parents the most?

I hope when I earn lots of money next time… I want to buy a big present to show my respect for them. I really admire celebrities whenever I see news of them buying houses and cars~

What is the biggest difference between now and when you just debuted?

When we first debuted I didn’t know anything. I only chose to work in this industry because I liked the idea of being a singer, but after becoming one I realised the advantages and disadvantages, so recently I have been trying to think positively. Even if I see insulting comments, even if I face difficulties, even if I don’t have any air time, I will still think on the bright side and realise these are not really problems.

As a singer, what is the dream who want to achieve most?
 

Until today we haven’t even gotten first on any music show. I really wish U-KISS will get number one.

What about you makes you attractive?

Everytime I answer this question I will feel so embarrassed, how can I talk about my own attractiveness without feeling embarrassed? I am very mature for my age and that is what’s attractive about me. Contrary to first impression, nobody can believe that I am only 18 after speaking to me. At first I felt hurt, but as time passed I realised that it is actually attractive. Although I am only a normal student, I seem very mature at times.

What kind of girls do you like?

I don’t like people who tell lies. I can tell if someone is lying very easily. If I know that someone has been lying I will explode in anger, so I don’t want to be in a relationship with someone who lies!

If you could be born again, what kind of person do you want to be?

A while ago when I was at a certain website I saw a topic about the guy who looks best dressed up as a girl (?). Curious, I clicked on it and realised that it was me! It seems a bit weird to be saying this, but at times I think I’m quite abnormal. Usually when guys are asked to dress up as girls they will be unwilling, but when I do it I will make sure I take care of my hair and take pictures, acting as if I have worn skirts for a long time. Although this sounds like I am boasting, but I think I am quite pretty. If I were to be born again I want to be a girl who is even prettier than I am now! 

Credits: kissmeukiss + Epop + ukissmeSG

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[TRANS] 110325 Soohyun's Cyworld Update

 

Just arrived at the m/v filming!
We haven’t started yet but I’m already tired ㅜㅜㅜ

Guess what I’m doing right now?!! ㅎㅎ
I’m listening to 0330 ihihi

I like the song ㅠㅠ 흙흙I feel like I’m crying ㅜㅜ

I want to see all of you now!!!! ㅠㅠ

Stay strong.. aja aja^^

Credits: kissmeukiss + Soohyun's Cyworld + moksori + u-kissed @ tumblr

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[TRANS] 110321 U-Kiss' Official Twitter Update

Good news :) U-Kiss 5th mini-album 'Bran New Kiss' will be released online at 12AM, 30th March on Melon. Offline releases is also on the 30th. Please look forward to the release♥ #BranNewKISS

Credits: kissmeukiss + @ukisskorea + rocketboxx.net (translation)

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[TRANS] 110309 Soohyun's Cyworld Update

(Sidebar Update) U-Kiss~!!

I'll lead my younger brothers well...!

I love you

This time I will show it well

Please anticipate it!

AJ together with Hoon, please cheer for us a lot!!!

Everyone, do you know our heart????
No.. You don’t know the rest of the younger member’s hearts……
Don’t you know how hard the rest of the members work???
Really disappointed and frustrated..
Then I’ll lead our younger brothers one by one feebly.. ???.. 휴,…

I always thought Kibum and Alexander wouldn’t be reasonable
My heart will always be cheering for you… This is only fair
Wherever Kibum and Alexander are, always cheer for them
Please love our new younger brothers a lot .. I ask of you!
Until right now I’ve been really frustrated.. I’m sorry to all of the fans for complaining..
I love you.. From now on, I will work as hard as I can..
Well, then..

Credits: kissmeukiss + Soohyun's Cyworld + moksori + u-kissed @ tumblr

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[TRANS] 110307/110308 Dongho's Twitter Update

 

It's been a long time. ^^ Firstly, to the fans, we're sorry for bringing unfortunate news (about the group). Please continue to love and care for our beloved Alexander and Kibum hyungs! Also, from now on, please give AJ and Hoonmin hyung lots of love and encouragement. ^^ I love you, everyone ♥♥

 

I know that many of you are upset. But Xander hyung and Kibum hyung, as well as the new added AJ hyung and Hoonmin hyung, we are all a family since we are U-Kiss! Please don't be too upset and please support all of us! All 9 of us will work hard and no disappoint you! So please support us!

Credits: kissmeukiss + @Dongho94 + rocketboxx.net & @ukissmeSG (translation)

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[TRANS] 110307 U-Kiss' Official Twitter Update

 

To all the Kiss Mes who are constantly loving and cheering the boys on, we honestly don't know that to say to you.. We have nothing to say but "thank you".  Thank you, thank you and thank you again. Thank you for both your kind and hurtful words.

 

Please keep loving Alexander and Kibum. As for the new members AJ and Hoon, we aske that you love and support them too.

Credits: kissmeukiss + @ukisskorea + rocketboxx.net (translation)

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[TRANS] 110302 U-Kiss' Official Twitter Update

To all the fans who've supported U-Kiss. We think you'd be shocked and disappointed after the official announcement. We thank you for supporting and cheering U-Kiss on, and please continue to do so in the future.

Today was Dongho's drama MBC Royal Family's first broadcast! Please give the drama lots of love and support as it is Dongho's first drama challenge.

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[TRANS] 110223 Kibum's Cyworld Update

On my way to the company this morning, I received a call from my friend. I was surprised and looked through the internet for 5 hours.

A lot of articles were written and many people were comforting me. Through the comments of the fans and others, I saw a lot of pictures and videos which were filled with memories.

Something that cannot be helped, cannot be helped. Looking at back at everything, I cannot help but to be upset..

I will work hard to show you a good image, be it in my broadcasting activies or Piro-Piro. I worked really hard because I wanted to do well ^_^.. Kiss Me I love you.. And to the U-Kiss members, I still love you as before, really..

Thank you for reading my whining.

Credits: kissmeukiss + Kibum's cyworld + chrestos @ rocketboxx.net & ukissmesg (translation) + rocketboxx.net

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[TRANS] 110222 Alexander's Twitter Update

To all Hong Kong fans, I believe that some of you are confused about the schedule for Hong Kong. Only ELI and Kevin will be going to Hong Kong to film the variety show today. The other members (including me) will not be attending. Maybe I will fly to Macau another time but the chances of me going there are slim. So please don't waste your time finding me, because you will not be able to find me in Hong Kong. And don't ask me why I'm not going Hong Kong, if you want to know ask my company or the organizer. Thank you!^-^

Credits: kissmeukiss + @alexander_0729 + TRIPLELFTKISS (translation) + U-KISSesia

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[TRANS] 110220 Kibum's Cyworld Update

Yeah we talked but nothing interesting..
Sure I’m irresponsible but I’m not unloyal to people
Though I believed everyone would understand by now

I’m also frustrated

Credits: kissmeukiss + Kibum's Cyworld + moksori + u-kissed @ tumblr

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[TRANS] 110218 HnB Company Official Announcement - Ways to Purchase Piro Piro from Overseas

Hello

This is HnB Company.

Finally PiroPiro is now able to be purchased worldwide!! Bbabam~!

In March, once PiroPiro website has been upgraded, local or overseas orders can be done via the message board.
Meanwhile, orders can be accepted via E-Mail.

International shipping cost will approximately be 1 box = 15,000 won

E-mail:

1. Name of Payee
2. Name of recipient

3. Intended shipping country and address
4. Contact means

Provide the above information and we will advice on the specific shipping details.

Product cost and shipping cost can then be paid and transferred together.
(The maximum capacity of 1 box is for 1 face cushion and 2 neck pillows)
(If orders only consist of neck pillows, the box can contain a maximum of 6 pillows)

Please deposit the payment according to the country’s current exchange rate in order to match the equivalent of the cost in South Korean won.

Now there are already many who have made deposit according to their own exchange rate and has not matched the right payment amount. (We’ll have to contact them separately ^^)

Hope that you will show lots of support ^^ Translation of this text will be uploaded later

PiroPiro~!!!


PS: For your info, email address of HnB Company: HnBcompany@hanmail.net 

Credits: kissmeukiss + piropiro.co.kr (source) + kimhyungjun.net (translation) + Quainte501.com + rocketboxx.net

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[TRANS] 110216 U-Kiss Visiting Taipei's Raohe Night Market

In 10 degrees Celsius, the Heartwarming Support from Fans Made U-Kiss Went Around the Night Market Feeling Too Warm, Taking Down Their Coats and Wanting to Eat Ice.

In tonight's (16 Feb) 7pm Channel [V] Love JK hosted by Wu Jian Heng, there will be a special report of U-Kiss arrival in Taiwan to attend the 2010 [V] Music Awards Concert. Channel [V] Love JK Wu Jian Heng specially brought South Korean band U-Kiss around Taipei's Raohe Night Market to try the different food culture. In the cold winter night, there were a lot of fans waiting at the venue; their passion were not dampened by the cold 10 degrees Celsius temperature. In the cold 10 degrees weather, the fangirls were very heartwarming, causing U-Kiss to take down their coats and making them feel so warm that they want to eat mango ice shavings.

In the 10 degrees Celcius, the enthusisam built up as the negt went. Even before the South Korean boyband U-Kiss reached Taipei's Raohe Night Market, the fangirls had already came, undeterred by the cold weather, holding their cameras to get the best position for clear close-up shots of U-Kiss when they arrived.

The fangirls' enthusiasm warmed U-Kiss, who even though it was chilly, the young & strong boys were not scared of the cold and complained that they felt too warm. Because of the warmth, they decided to forgo trying the famous Taipei's Raohe Night Market herbal pork ribs to eat mango ice shavings, which make them said "Delicious!" out loud.

Other than having a feast at the night market, U-Kiss tried playing the night market's games - Jiugongge*, arcade basketball and table hockey. They experienced the real Taiwan's night market culture. In the cold winter night, U-Kiss, together with the passionate fans till the end, felt the warmth of Taiwan's fans.

Caption: Eating mango ice shavings that they longed for, they felt like bursting with happiness

Translation note: Jiugongge is the aim and shoot game. The boys practically had to throw some balls, aiming to flip 9 boards. To get clear picture, just watch the show.

Credits: kissmeukiss + Love JK's official Facebook page + rocketboxx.net (translation)Take Out With Full Credits & Do Not HotLink