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A Japanese program recently looked into getting SNSD's beautiful legs.

On the 22nd, a Japanese TV show did a special analysis, focusing on methods of obtaining legs like SNSD through the 'secret behind beautiful legs'. Tokyo-Kawaii TV personally went to Korea during this show. They introduced, "One secret behind SNSD's legs is skinny jeans. They put more emphasis on their slim legs with skinny jeans," and showed the colorful skinny jeans that gained much popularity during their 'Gee' promotions.

They also met with the members' official trainer Kim at the A-Team health club, looking into their exercising techniques. Kim stated, "SNSD members did not have their current bodies when they first started. But they really worked hard and exercised consistently, so I think that is why we see such good results today." He also introduced one exercise routine the members do, and commented, "The hip line is what emphasizes SNSD members' leg line."

Netizens who watched the show commented, "The secret to beautiful legs were hips", "SNSD is really pretty", and, "They have charms that are different from Japanese idols." However, one part of these netizens took the report negatively by saying, "I feel like Japan concentrates on the members' legs too much. I don't like how they only look at SNSD for their legs."

SNSD is planning on grabbing the attention of Japanese fans through their participation in the SM TOWN LIVE IN TOKYO concert on the 25th and 26th.

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[01.21.11] How Long Will SoShi Last?



Lee Moonsae gave a thumbs up to girl group SNSD for their teamwork.

On Lee Moonsae's MBC FM4U radio show, "Lee Moonsae's Good Morning", SNSD's Tiffany and Sunny, as well as Yoon Dohyun from YB Band were invited as guests.

On the show, Lee Moonsae asked, "After having to manage your physical appearance and your bodies, don't the members start to compete with each other?" Tiffany and Sunny both answered, "It's not like that." Tiffany said, "Just last night at midnight, we ordered pizza and ate it all together," and added, "When we are on diets, we really do it properly so we encourage each other."

On this, Lee Moonsae joked, "Being overweight isn't a violation of your contracts, is it?" But after that he added, "I think SNSD will go a really long time."

At this remark, fans who were listening to the radio felt sorry for Kara as they were reminded of the current situation with their company.

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Note: This translation was not meant to compare or to emphasize that SNSD is superior over Kara in any way. Peace for all the world ^^

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Singer Kim Janghoon put on a different kind of performance by giving SNSD's Taeyeon a surprise hug.

On the 20th, Kim Janghoon appeared on stage to perform with PSY, who won the best album award, at the 20th Seoul Music Awards.

While singing his single 'I'm A Man', Kim Janghoon stepped off the stage towards SNSD, who were cheering them on. He proceeded to holding Taeyeon's hand, then held her head and hugged her, surprising Taeyeon.

When the audience started yelling, Kim Janghoon yelled, "Be quiet," causing laughter amongst them. After watching this, PSY commented, "You're a fool," causing laughter once again.

Kim Janghoon continued to sing while hugging Taeyeon and said, "It's okay because it's an award show," which Taeyeon nodded to.

This award show distributed a daesang, along with awards for rookies and every other musical genre to those that lead the music world in 2010.

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The first girl group in history to win a Daesang two years running at the 20th Seoul Music Awards, SNSD revealed through their joyous post-win comments that they will be working even harder in 2011, saying "We want to win three years in a row!". The members thanked the "fans who supported them day after day" and the "staff who worked so hard with them" to make the award a reality. They continued, "We were very happy to receive so many awards in 2010, and it's so great to start 2011 so well"

The following is from a Q&A with SNSD:

Q: In the twenty year history of the Seoul Music Awards, you are the first girl group to win Daesang two years in a row. How do you feel?
A: I have goosebumps. [She laughs] It doesn't feel real yet. It might sound like an obvious answer, but we feel a heavier burden of responsibility.

Q: What do you think was the driving force behind your retainment of the Daesang?
A: The huge love of the fans, and the teamwork of the members. I think the passion for performance and music from all nine together, worked. We will be growing musically even more in the future, and we want to show it. We are thankful for the fans, because our fans know and love our passion.

Q: You win a lot of awards. Doesn't each award get less exciting?
A: Not at all. Recently, all the members got together and we were reminiscing about the time we received the rookie award. I think every time we win an award, we think back to how we felt at that moment.

Q: You've now reached the pinnacle in Korea and Japan. What are your goals in 2011?
A: We want to work diligently in both Korea and Japan and be loved by our fans. If there was one more thing, we do want to go out into the wider world. So that we can meet our fans in countries around the world. But more than anything, at the next awards, we want to win the Daesang three years running.

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A model spotted in a fashion brand's photoshoot has been garnering attention for looking like SNSD's Yoona.

They look alike from their big, round eyes, sharp nose, lips that aren't thin but not too full, down to their slim facial shape. It was revealed that this 'Yoona look-a-like' is 12-year old Japanese model, MONA.

MONA, who looks like this SNSD member, recently showed off her bubbly charms through the said photoshoot for the pop culture brand, Spicy Color.

It is hard to believe that this model is only 12-years old with her stand 169cm tall and well-proportionate body.

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Japanese rock band B'z recently praised SNSD.

On the 15th, the homepage of B'z introduced SNSD's latest album by writing, "We think they are the best idols right now. Not only their looks, but their songs; their singing is one of the best."

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Meanwhile, SNSD will be releasing a new digital single, a Japanese version of 'Run Devil Run'. The newly recorded single will be available as a ringtone on the 18th through Japanse mobile sites. The full single will be released on the 25th through music sites.

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This time is black Soshi!

SNSD will releasing a Japanese version of 'Run Devil Run' as digital single.

Starting on the 18th, the newly recorded Japanese version of 'Run Devil Run' will be released through mobile sites, and will be revealed first through ringtone services. The full version will be released the following 25th through music sites, anticipating a hot response from Japanese music fans.

'Run Devil Run' was the title song from the repackaged version of SNSD's second album this past March. They took over public music programs and music charts with their strong 'black Soshi' concept, gaining much love. A good response is expected from Japan as well.

SNSD will also be meeting Japanese fans by taking part in the SM Town Live Concert in Tokyo on the 25th and 26th.

Meanwhile, SNSD will be revealing the full music video for their Intel collaboration song 'Visual Dream' on the 18th, and will be performing the new single at the Intel showcase the same evening.

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SNSD's Jessica has taken a trip to a warm country.

Jessica recently took part in a fashion photoshoot for the February issue of lifestyle magazine, 'Singles'. She wore a mix of items with vivid colors and daring prints, showing off just what a jet-set look is. This 'jet-set look' is something used to describe the fashion style of a wealthy person that rides a jet for a trip around the world.

Jessica seemed as if she was taking this photoshoot, set in Bali, as a way of getting away from SNSD's busy schedule, after sweeping up awards at year-end shows last year. She was fully engaged in the photoshoot by showing cheerful, bright, and cute sides of herself, along with various poses. She also received many compliments from the staff members by showing off her long, slim legs without hesitation.

Jessica's photoshoot, set under a warm sunlight and foreign scene, can be found in the February issue of 'Singles'.



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SNSD recently made a shocking confession by revealing her IQ test results.

On the 15th, during an episode of KBS 2TV 'Entertainment Relay', 'SNSD's SNSD Award Show' was conducted, where the members chose the winners amongst themselves.

The first award was for the honor student in the group, where they chose Sooyoung. Tiffany complimented, "Sooyoung is a fast learner when it comes to songs, choreography, and acting." The reporter, Kim Saeng Min, commented, "It seems like you absorb everything like a sponge. I'm assuming you had a high IQ when you were in grade school."

Sooyoung replied, "I was really curious, so a while ago, I used a smart phone application to test my IQ and I got a 62." To this surprise confession, SNSD members commented, "Why would you say that?" Sooyoung explained, "It turned out there was a problem with the phone," causing laughter.

The award for the member with the best appetite went to Yoona, while the award for the member who surprises others with her unexpected behavior was given to Seohyun.

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Girl Group SNSD member Sunny's sudden hair bob transformation are stirring curiosity from fans.

Sunny's dramatically short hairstyle appeared on the last 20th broadcast MBC “Music Core”.

Sunny on this day showed her long hair made into a wavy hairstyle transformation, emphasizing her as loving and cute.



The transformation matched their single ‘Hoot’ activity, however Sunny's sudden hairstyle change is offering curiosity.

After the broadcast, netizens said “Sunny’s hairstyle fits her so well,” “Her long hairstyle was cute, but her bob hairstyle is cuter,” were such reactions. “Maybe Sunny has other activities planned?”, “Sunny looks different. But why all of a sudden?” “Maybe for Japan activities she changed. That’s a really nice blonde bob,” were some of the reactions.

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Group SNSD, SHINee, f(x) 2011 calendars are being released.

Starting from the 22nd, SNSD, SHINee, f(x) participated in star calendars and from the 23rd to the 5th of next month, GMarket auction holdings are being held.

Especially, this calendar member’s personal and group pictures and various new pictures are expected to cause an explosive reaction from fans.

In the calendars, members' birthdays and star’s anniversary year are noted as special memories can be recorded.

In addition, applications for smartphone users also will be featured for the calendar.

The SNSD calendar concept of ‘Candid Girls with Me’ without decorations, SNSD figures are shown as natural and friendly.

The SM official in charge of making the calendars said “The dimensions different are from a regular calendar, and the pictorial calendar can be put up highly as a special thing. Already fans, through word of mouth, are spreading the news of the calendars quickly. Before it is even up for reservation sale, inquiries are exploding.”

Meanwhile, there are 2 types of star calendar, desk or wall. The price is 15000 won ($13), shipping starting from December 10.

A person who buys calendar during its sale, a lottery will be drawn in which a calendar directly signed by the stars will be presented (for about 90 people). For ever star calendar bought, through first served basis, mini calendar (3000 people) and pictorial postcards (60000 people) will be delivered. The winners will be announced December 13.

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Popular rock band UVERworld and Korean 9-member girl group SNSD will be on TV Asahi’s music program “Music Station” on November 26th. UVER will be performing their single “NO.1” which will be released on the 24th. SNSD will be performing their Japanese debut single “GENIE”, which was released in September.

6 groups will appear on the program this week: UVER and SNSD will begin and JUJU, Tackey & Tsubasa, Nishino Kana and Becky?? will also appear. JUJU will perform her new single, released on the 17th, “Kono Yoru wo Tomete yo”. Tackey & Tsubasa will perform their new single “Ai wa TAKARAMONO”, which will be released on the 24th. Nishino Kana will perform her new single released on the 3rd called, “Kimitte”. Becky?? will perform her new single titled, “Fuyuzora no Love Song”, which will be released on December 1st.

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[Sports Today Choi Joonyong Reporter] SNSD members, who conquered the first place on the public television's music programs three weeks in a row, wished for a quick recovery for Tiffany, who got a knee injury.

SNSD appeared on afternoon of 21st at SBS 'Popular Song (aka Ingi Gayo)', which was held on live and received the Mutizen Song with their 3rd mini album's title song 'Hoot'.

Prior to this, SNSD has also received 1st place on the 19th KBS2 Music Bank, which leads to conquering 1st place on all the public television's music programs for three weeks in a row.

On this day, SNSD has stated "Thank you to our company's staffs who always work hard for us, and to our fans who give us endless loves." as their thoughts.

Continuing on, SNSD stated "I wish Tiffany, who couldn't participate with us on the stage can recover from her injury soon as possible to participate with us again." "(Tif)Fany! We got a first place once again! I hope you recover soon!", wishing for her fast recovery.

Meanwhile, Tiffany was injured while performing 'Hoot' at the stage that was held on the 14th. After getting a complete medical examination from the hospital, she was diagnosed of posterior cruciate ligament injury on her left knee joint so she has to be in a cast for about four weeks.

Tiffany will temporarily pause from participating on the promotion until her health condition gets fully recovered, and SNSD will be promoting only with 8 members for now.

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Credits to: Choi Joonyong Reporter (yjchoi01@stoo.com), stoo.com, http://www.asiae.co.kr
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