[NEWS] BEAST Kikwang's Cousin Kang Debuts in New Group ZPZG

Kang, a member of the freshly debuted boy group ZPZG, is revealed to be the younger cousin of BEAST’s Lee Kikwang!

ZPZG (Zest Play Zest Grow) is a 4-member boy group consisting of Khan, Kang, Gyeom, and Jihoon. The group made their debut on September 26th with “Go Crazy” as their debut title track.

Upon the debut of ZPZG, BEAST’s Lee Kikwang congratulated his younger cousin Kang, and tweeted a special post on his personal Twitter to ask fans for their support. In addition to uploading a photo to show that he is listening to ZPZG’s debut single, Kikwang added:

“My younger cousin Na Kang!! He debuted and the album is out too ^-^~! Please show lots of interest and love ^-^~!”

Lee Kikwang had also uploaded a selca of the two of them on Instagram 2 months ago, displaying their close brotherly relationship. He also captioned the photo, “With Changeob~-~ Changeob-ie fighting!!!!!” Being a senior of the K-pop industry, Kikwang must have given his younger cousin some good advice before his actual debut into the industry.

ZPZG’s Kang also confirmed their relationship afterwards on Instagram, uploading another selca of them from the same meeting.

Kang expressed his utmost thanks to his older cousin, “I received support from Kikwang hyung, so I’m thankful. I’m full of fighting spirit, so I will work hard !!!!!! BEAST fighting!! Kikwang-ie hyung fighting!! ZPZG fighting!! #B2ST #BEAST #BEAST #LeeKikwang #hyung #support #GoCrazy #support #GOCRAZY #thankyou #ZPZG #zpzg”

Many BEAST fans have also left encouraging comments on Kang’s Instagram post.

Do you see the resemblance between the two? Kikwang and Kang, the double “K"s, definitely share the same eyes!

Also, have you watched ZPZG’s debut music video "Go Crazy”?

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[NEWS] B2ST's Kikwang makes cute mistakes on 'Laws of the Jungle in Solomon Islands'

As one of the younger members of SBS's 'Laws of the Jungle in Solomon Islands,'B2ST's Kikwang seemed to have the most trouble in getting used to the harsh environment of the jungle. 

On the September 26 episode of the show, Kikwang almost caused a disaster when he leaned on the makeshift jungle shelter that the members set up to sleep under, causing it to slant. However, due to the sturdily crafted work by the members, the shelter didn't crumble. 

Kikwang's potentially catastrophic slip was soon forgotten amongst the members as they faced harsh survival missions and it was decided that they would restructure the shelter to make it more sturdy. Kikwang apologized and revealed that he was the culprit to the tilting of the shelter as they were heading back to base, causing the fellow jungle members to chuckle at his adorable mistake. 

Despite his silly mistakes, the idol also showed off his masculinity through his night fishing skills where he was given the nickname, 'Harpoon King.' Although Kim Byung Man and Kikwang had to come out of the water due to the unexpected appearance of sharks, Kikwang proved that he was worthy to be a part of the jungle team. 

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[NEWS] BEAST To Make A Comeback In October

Group BEAST will make a comeback on October 16.

Their fifth year anniversary falls on October 16, and this is their comeback in four months since their last song, "Good Luck."

On September 14, member Son Dong Woon also posted an image with, "October 16," making the fans wonder what the date meant.

BEAST recently had their concerts in August, '2014 Beautiful Show.' They've been preparing their new comeback album despite having busy schedules.

Cube Entertainment prepared the event "Throwback Weekend" for the fans to look back at the five years of BEAST and remember what they've done.

The fans will prepare their favorite photos of BEAST; the most memorable picture and picture with a surprise.

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[NEWS] 'Laws of the Jungle' team take on eating bats and lizards in first episode of the Solomon Islands edition

The 'Laws of the Jungle' team were all in good spirits on day 1 in the Solomon Islands, unaware of the hardship that lies ahead!

The part 1 cast which includes, tribe leader Kim Byung Man, Park Jung Chul, Ryu Dam, Kwon Oh Joong, g.o.d's Kim Tae Woo, Kim Gyu Ri, B2ST's Kikwang, and martial artist director Jung Doo Hong, received a startling, yet sweet welcoming ceremony by the inhabitants of the Solomon Islands and got to try the interesting fruits and vegetables that the land had to offer.

But the most eye-catching food were the bats and monitor lizards that the tribe had to eat for dinner. The island residents roasted a dish filled with sweet potatoes, eggs, bats, and monitor lizards that were sauced with coconut milk. Kim Tae Woo was the first one to courageously try the monitor lizard and gave his review, "It tastes like meat. It's a little stiff because it's roasted. But the monitor lizard is okay." Kikwang also commented after taking a bite, "Oh! This is really! It tastes like well-roasted fish."

Ryu Dam was the first to try the roasted bat and shared, "The bat tastes good! It just tastes like smoked chicken. It also tastes like ham. To be honest, it's tasty. But it's a bit hard [to eat] because you know it's a bat. But it's tasty." Kim Tae Woo took a bite as well and shared, "This tastes better than the monitor lizard." Kikwang also gave his opinion, "It was surprising. If you eat this without knowing what kind of meat this is, you would think that this has a good roasted taste."

Check out the feast below (second clip at the 17:00 mark)!

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[NEWS] Kikwang, 4Minute's Gayoon and Do Sangwoo area trendy trio for “1st Look” magazine

BEAST’s Kikwang, 4minute’s Gayoon and model Do Sangwoo combined their individual fashionista ways in a pictorial for “1st Look” magazine.

Posing individually and as a group against patterned backgrounds, the trio show off their incredible good looks. The trio bring out their unique personalities as they change from serious black and white outfits to brighter yellow and green combinations.

Behind the scenes photos capture the close bond between the trio as they model together for their pictorial.

The trio will be working together as MCs for the new season of OnStyle’s “Style Log,” which premiered on September 12th.

Take a look at their pictures below!

 

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[NEWS] Gikwang counts down to the release of 'BEAST JAPAN BEST'

BEAST’s Lee Gikwang has sent his D-6 countdown message for the group’s upcoming Japan album, “BEAST JAPAN BEST”.

In the video that was uploaded on the group’s Japan official fansclub, BEASTandBEAUTYfc YouTube’s channel, Gikwang spotted leaving the message from Cube Entertainment’s recording studio.

He mentioned the recently released ballad track that will also be featured in the album, “More Than You Think”, as a song with the group’s different ballad feel that has never been exposed before. He also mentioned that they were working hard and enjoying the recording process.

“BEAST JAPAN BEST” is set to be released on September 17, and will be featured the group’s original Japanese songs and the translated Korean hit songs, just five months after their last album in Japan on April, “BEAST Works 2009-2013″.

While waiting for the album, let’s go check Gikwang’s message below:

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[NEWS] MTV EMA announces South Korea candidates for 'Best Worldwide Act'

MTV announced the nominee list from South Korea for “Best Worldwide Act” of The “2014 MTV Europe Music Awards” (EMA) yesterday. Four out of five spots have been secured by popular group BEAST, CNBLUE, KARA, and BAP.

Meanwhile, group BTS, Boys Republic, and Topp Dog are competing for the last spot on the list. Fans can start to vote for this last spot starting from September 9 at 7 p.m. to September 15, 6.59 a.m. KST.

The last candidate will be announced on September 16 that is also marking the kick-off for the voting for the “Best World-wide Act”. The winner then will up against Japan’s for the region’s nominee, who will then go up the rest of the globe for The “2014 MTV EMA” prize, awarded on November 9 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Every year, this event celebrates of what MTV’s worldwide viewers consider the best in music. Last year, group EXO won the “Best Korean Act”.

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[NEWS] BEAST's Gikwang appears shirtless on "Law of the Jungle"

Station TV SBS recently released a preview video of their reality survival show “Law of the Jungle” featuring BEAST’s Lee Gikwang for expedition in Solomon Islands, Oceania.

The video shows Gikwang’s series of charms that gleamed in the middle of the jungle. He appeared with his killer smile, proved his dancing machine title, and lastly showed his eye candy bared skin!

This expedition to Solomon Islands featured a total of 11 casts that include Kim Byeongman, Ryudam, Park Jeongcheol, Jung Doohong, Kwon Ohjung, Lee Jiyeon, g.o.d’s Kim Taewoo, EXO’s Tao, The Grace’s Dana, Kim Gyuri, and Gikwang. Thanks to the video, fans are now more expecting a lot on what kind of exciting project the celebrities will do in the jungle.

The Solomon islands edition of “Law of The Jungle” will broadcast its first episode on September 12, 10 p.m. KST.

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[NEWS] Gikwang jokingly asks B2UTY for help attack back Do Sangwoo

Gikwang asks B2UTY for help attack Do Sangwoo back

As previously reported, sexy-guy BEAST’s Lee Gikwang, fashion-starter 4Minute’s Gayoon, and recent-hit actor Do Sangwoo will be the new MCs for Cable channel OnStyle’s program, “Style Log”.

However, it appears that the three didn’t get on well on their first recording as can be seen in the preview video that was shared by the channel today.

“Sangwoo hyung hates me,” Gikwang remarked, which Sangwoo quickly refuted. It seems like Sangwoo said he didn’t know who Gikwang is as he apologized and Gikwang’s replied: “It’s okay, I also don’t know you”.

To make it even worse Gikwang also said, “B2UTY will react,” warning Sangwoo of BEAST’s huge fansclub. In another part, Gayoon also became irritated as Sangwoo kept interrupting her while choosing her attire.

Will the three get along well to host the show? Read more about the story on the program that will air its new season on this September 12 at 9 p.m. KST!

While waiting check the preview video here:

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[NEWS] Beast's Kikwang, 4Minute's Gayoon, actor Do Sang Woo to become MCs for OnStyle's 'Style Log'

Beast's Kikwang, 4Minute's Gayoon and actor Do Sang Woo have been chosen as the new MCs for cable network OnStyle's show 'Style Log' following Hong Jong Hyun, After School's Nana and Cho Min Ho

Gayoon is known for having great fashion sense as she took part in the production process of 4Minute's album concept. Kikwang is said to have a unique sense of fashion style, also since he and Gayoon are the same age friends and close to each other since their trainee days, they're expected to show their good chemistry and teamwork on the show together. For actor Do Sang Woo, he used to be a model and is currently gaining much attention for his role as Gong Hyo Jin's ex-boyfriend in SBS' drama 'It's Ok, It's Love'.

OnStyle's 'Style Log' is a program in which the MCs will choose a certain area in Seoul and introduce its fashion, living, inferior, art, restaurants and etc.

The episode featuring the new MCs will be broadcaste on September 12th at 12am kst.

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[NEWS] A Pink’s Son Na Eun Names B2ST’s Son Dong Woon as Most Handsome in Cube

A Pink’s Son Na Eun selected B2ST’s Son Dong Woon as the most handsome guy in Cube.

September 4’s broadcast of MBC Every1’s A Pink’s Showtime will feature a telepathy special for the six A Pink members. All six members have to come up with the same answer in order to pass the mission and fulfill their wish.

The first mission was ‘telepathy face drawing mission,’ in which the A Pink members have to take turns drawing a part of the face of whom they think is the most handsome guy in Cube Entertainment.

Upon hearing the mission, the A Pink members started deliberating, trying to decide between the handsome idols in Cube, including BTOB and B2ST.

As the first member up to draw the face, A Pink’s Son Na Eun chose Son Dong Woon as the most handsome guy, drawing his ‘V-line’ face on the sketchbook and showing her confidence.

Stay tuned to watch who the A Pink members have chosen as the most handsome guy from the Cube family and the completed pictures of the faces on September 4!

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[NEWS] Beast To Release Japanese Compilation Album “BEAST JAPAN BEST”

Beast will be releasing a new compilation album in Japan, titled “BEAST JAPAN BEST”!

Since August 30th Beast has been visiting major cities throughout Japan, participating in TV shows, fan meetings, and promoting their upcoming album. 

It’s been four months since Beast ceased their activities in Japan, and their long-awaited comeback is highly anticipated. Their new album will feature both new songs, and greatest hits. 

2014 seems to be one of the busiest years for Beast, as they have also promised a new Korean album, just 2 days ago. Stay tuned for Beast’s upcoming events and albums!

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[NEWS] B2ST Begins Weeklong Promotions in Japan for Japanese Best Album

With B2ST′s Japan best album releasing soon, B2ST has launched its promotions in Japan on August 30.

B2ST will be releasing BEAST Japan Best on Septembe 17. Prior to the album release on, B2ST unveiled the best album cover image as well as the teaser video for the bonus track on the Japanese official website on August 29, announcing its upcoming promotions in the country.

The cover image features B2ST’s trendier and more mature sides through an urban concept, emphasizing B2ST’s charismatic charms.

As B2ST has had hits with three ballad songs in Korea, which is extraordinary for a boy group, the best album also includes the sentimental ballad song More Than You Think (translated) as the bonus track, on top of the other tracks of various genres.

Having released a Korean best album B2ST Works 2009~2013 in April, B2ST included Japanese adaptations of its hit songs as well as Japanese original singles in BEAST Japan Best.

B2ST released the first Japanese original single Sad Movie last December, charting it at number six on Oricon’s weekly chart and the second single Adrenaline released in May ranked number two on Oricon’s daily chart.

B2ST also launched B2ST Japan Tour 2014 in January around seven cities in Japan, gathering over 35,000 fans.

Launching promotions in Japan again in about four months, B2ST will be visiting major cities in the country for a week, meeting closely with the fans through broadcasts and performances.

Having won 11 number one trophies with Good Luck, B2ST will be carrying on Japanese promotions on top of continuing with its individual activities in varieties, musicals and song writing, and begin preparations for its comeback.

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[FEATURE] The Drama Line in BEAST

“Acting-dol” or idol who does acting is something common in the Kpop world. Lots of idols used the ‘idol’ title on them as a stepping stone to more opportunities in projects other than singing and dancing on stage. Acting in drama is one of them.

This also applies for idol group BEAST. The unique thing in this six-member group is they divide the group into two line, those who we seen often in TV dramas and those who are actively involved in drama musicals.

We have previously discussed about the musical line in the group that consists of member Yang Yoseob, Jang Hyunseung, and Son Dongwoon. This time, we will discuss about the remaining three members – Yoon Doojoon, Lee Gikwang, and Yong Junhyung – who are joining the drama line in the group.

Yoon Doojoon
The leader in the group can be named as the most productive member in terms of acting in TV drama. Sitcom “More Charming By The Day” and “All My Love” , drama “Iris 2″, and “Let’s Eat” are the projects that Doojoon had worked on.

Doojoon started out by starring in sitcom MBC’s daily sitcoms “More Charming By The Day” and “All My Love”. On December 29, 2010, Doojoon was awarded with the Rookie Comedy Award from the 2010 MBC Entertainment Awards for his roles in those sitcoms.

Doojoon then transformed into a smart agent on “Iris 2″ as Seo Hyunwoo in 2012. After playing several supporting roles, Doojoon earned his first leading role as a food blogger and insurance king, Goo Daeyoung in “Let’s Eat” with tvN in 2013. Thanks to his love line with noona (older sister), he was also named as the public’s favorite younger man.

Not only was he involved in TV drama, Doojoon also showed his comical acting skills in the movie “Marrying the Mafia 5 – Return of the Family ” in 2012. He played the character of the kid in the family, Jang Youngmin.

From a small role to big role, from a smart agent to insurance king and comical student, what kind of role can we expext from Doojoon’s next project?

Lee Gikwang
Gikwang is the first member in the group who was involved in an acting project with his role as Kang Saeho on drama “High Kick Through the Roof ” during his earlier debut time with BEAST on 2009.

People started to get to know him and the group, and led to Gikwang appearing in his second drama project, “My Princess”. He played the comical role as Geon Lee, that made him bring home The Rookie Award from MBC Drama Awards in 2011

For his next drama project, “I am flower” in the same year, Gikwang transformed into a cute police officer, Jo Maru. He also appeared as a cameo in Doojoon’s sitcom. Not only that, Gikwang also lent his voice to dub 2012′s animation movie, “Sammy The Adventure 2″, as a fish named Ricky.

Gikwang continued to be involved in another acting project through a special drama with KBS, “My Friend Is Still Alive”. His impressive acting in one crying scene in the special drama, propelled him into popular search term in Korean portals. Gikwang played as Kyeong-sook , a student with disease who wanted to have a girlfriend before he dies.

Gikwang then got another lead role for mobile drama project with CJ E&M, “20s”. He played himself, a member of popular idol group who has a secret love relationship with a commoners. Even though the drama only consisted of four episodes, this mobile drama received lots of love calls from various countries.

Gikwang actually received an offer to play in drama “God’s Gift” this year. But due to his packed schedule, he cancelled to join the casts.

Lets look forward to more projects for actor Lee Gikwang!

Yong Junhyung
Different to the other two members who started their acting journey with small roles, Junhyung took the lead role right away in his first acting project.

Drama musical with tvN “Monstar” in 2013 is where Junhyung gained one of his nicknames, “Yong-star”, which came from the Yoon Seolchan, the character he played is a high school student that dreamed to be a big star.

As a rising star, Junhyung also earned an award from 2013 Korea Drama Awards as the best new actor, thanks to his impressive acting.

Apart from busy being a rapper, producer, and composer, will Jonghyun add the word “actor’ again onto his job CV soon?

Which line in BEAST do you think has better acting talent? The musical line? Or the drama line?

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[NEWS] Cube Entertainment to merge with Cube DC

One of South Korean big entertainment agencies, Cube Entertainment, announced their merger with subsidiary Cube DC today.

“In order to increase the administration efficiency and to bring synergy effects, we decided to merge with our subsidiary, Cube DC,” the agency’s representative said today.

It also said that the merger’s percentage will be 1:0, since Cube Entertainment owns 100 percent of Cube DC’s shares.

Cube Entertainment currently has group BEAST, 4Minute, soloist G.Na, BTOB, comedian Kim Kiri, Oh Yeri, Na Jongchan, Jo Seoha and more. Meanwhile, Cube DC currently is the home agency for singer Rain, soloist Shin Jihoon, Noh Jihoon and actor Kwak Seungnam and many more.

Shall we expect more collaboration from both agencies in the future?

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