Lee Joon-ki in historical drama Iljimae

Mysterious good/bad guy: Lee jun-ki is
behind the mask

My Girl actor Lee Joon-ki will be playing a Robin Hood-like character in his latest historical drama entitled Iljimae (일지매).

To be aired over the SBS network, the 20-episode drama is set during the Chosun Dynasty where a man named Ryung masquerades as a useless bully in the marketplace during the day, but goes about as a chivalrous robber at night!

Motto: 'Rob from the rich and give it to the poor!'

In true Robin Hood tradition, the character robs from the rich and corrupt Government officials to give to the poor. Known as Il Ji-mae to the masses, the robber typically leaves his calling card behind in the form of a plum tree's wooden branch after each robbery.

The 26-year-old Joon-ki portrays the titular character with support from Han Hyo-joo, Lee Young-ah and Park Shi-hoo. The series will be aired in Korea from May 21 onwards.

The promo pics that accompany this story was taken this afternoon (May 15) in Seoul.

Cast: From left Park Shi-hoo, Han Hyo-joo, Lee Young-ah
and Lee Joon-ki

Rival: Park plays Il Ji-mae's enemy in the drama

Love triangle?: Han (left) plays Eun Chae while
Lee plays Bong soon. Both ladies vie for the
affections of Il Ji-mae

Source: DramaWiki
Pics credit: Hankooki

U-know & Xiah are Myeongji University ambassadors

'Star' students: From left Xiah Junsu, U-know Yunho,
some important guy from the University, Yoobin and Sungmin.

Yesterday, Orchid wrote about DBSK's (OK TVXQ if you like) Micky checking on his new apartment, which got me curious as to what the other boys are up to.

We know that they will be making an appearance at the 2008 Korean Music Festival this Saturday at the Hollywood Bowl.

But for today (May 15 @ 11am), U-know Yunho and Xiah Junsu are lending their starpower to education.

Say a 'lil prayer: 'Lord, please don't let me
trip on my shoes and fall when I walk
up later. Thank you.'

The pair has been appointed Myeongji University celebrity ambassadors in conjunction with the university's 60th anniversary.

Other celebs appointed include Wonder Girls' Yoobin and Super Junior's Sungmin. They are apparently selected from the university's pool of undergraduates and alumni.

Congratulations on the appointment guys!

Left to right: Sungmin, Xiah, Yoobin and U-know

Represent!: The guys receiving their appointment souvenirs
from "some important guy from the University" :-P

Pics credit: Newsen

Related:
Micky's new house

Park Jung-ah promotes Frivolous Wife

Onscreen couple: Park Jung-ah (left) and Park Jin-woo
play a married couple in Frivolous Wife

Jewelry's Park Jung-ah and her co-star Park Jin-woo appeared to the press for a PC and preview of their movie Frivolous Wife yesterday.

The pair's movie, which has been collecting dust on a shelf for the past two years, is finally being dusted off and screened for the masses after Jewelry hit the jackpot by making a very successful comeback with their smash hit One More Time!

All smiles: 'It took a long time, but our movie is finally
making it to the silver screen!'

Leader of Jewelry, Park Jung-ah's appearance guarantees a taking at the box office as Korean men go gaga over the sexy (sometimes trying a little too hard) quartet. The flick, which is a family comedy about a wild college chick finally learning responsibility after marrying into a wealthy family, is set to open in Korea on May 22.

Double check: 'Hey, the preview is today, right? In my
enthusiasm, I didn't get my dates mixed up?

Thank you: 'For giving me a chance...
one more time!'

The other gems: The rest of Jewelry were there for support,
from left Ha Ju-yeon, Kim Eun-jung and Suh In-young

Pics credit: Newsen

Related:
Park Jung-ah's acting career revived
Jewelry antes up sex appeal

TVXQ : Micky's new house & Korean Music Festival

Tell me if you like Micky in that tight orange tee

TVXQ's Micky Yoo Chun will celebrate his 22nd birthday on June 4th. What gift did he get for himself? Everyone is talking about a brand new apartment he purchased in Paragon Place, Seoul which he will move in with his mother. I bet it's in a very expensive neighbourhood. Did he really buy a place? Here are pictures of the said apartment.

The door leading to Micky's new home

Can i visit?

Micky sports the male pony tail as he
chats on the phone near Han River, Seoul.

Xiah & Micky at the airport (returning to Seoul after one of their concerts)

TVXQ have just completed their 3rd Live Tour in Japan [T] on May 06 and are probably preparing for the much anticipated performance at the Hollywood Bowl this Saturday!

Fans in US and Canada - are you ready for TVXQ? I am sure you guys are all geared up for a chance to catch them LIVE on May 17, 2008 at the Korean Music Festival!

Are you all prepared? Have you got your red glowsticks yet? Each of the boys have a specially designed red light stick which you can purchase! Check out the sticks at YesAsia!

Whose would you buy? I'll choose Micky's of course, because he's my favourite.

TVXQ Micky's concert paraphernalia -
battery powered light stick. Get one now!

Click on the links below to view or purchase the light sticks.

• Yunho's Light Stick
• Xiah's Light Stick
• Hero's Light Stick
• Max's Light Stick
• Micky's Light Stick

Related:
Happy Birthday Micky YooChun
TVXQ 3rd Live Tour in Japan [T]

Kwon Sang-woo in Pattaya, Thailand

Tired: I bet she is after all that prancing around at Pattaya
with Kwon Sang-woo!

The handsome Kwon Sang-woo was seen frolicking at a beach in Pattaya, Thailand with the Korean beauty above.

Rest & relax: The pair gets a tan

Before Oppa's die-hard fans get their knickers into a twist, let us clarify that the pair were together for a CF shoot for Korean beauty brand The Face Shop, of which the delectable 32-year-old actor is representing.

The Bad Love actor, and his lady friend - actress Lee Bo-young (who is set to appear opposite Hyun Bin in the movie I'm Happy) - donned minimal white casuals for the commercial, which will be airing in Korea in summertime!

She is in a slip of a dress (and gets wet in it), while he fits snugly into his white jeans (and gets wet in it) while showing off his sculpted upper torso. Nice.

However, I must say that Sang-woo Oppa looks a little uncomfortable and stiff in the shots below. I wonder if it's because he harbours some feelings for Miss Lee and can't quite commit to the shoot?

Distraction: 'Err...is that a fly on your forehead?'

Another distraction: 'Just gimme a sec, I'm
feeling a little constipated.'

Solo: 'Ahh, I'm now in my element'

Pics credit: Hankooki

Go Soo takes on theatre

Attention!: Relax a little dude, you're already
out of the army

Fresh out of military service, Go Soo is all set for theatre!

The 30-year-old actor has been busy rehearsing for his supporting role in The Return of Mr. Um, a sequel to a popular award-winning play entitled At the Marina.

"After my army service, I feel like I have lost the sense of acting," Go Soo told the press on May 7. "I guess I will have to practice harder since I've always wanted to act on stage," he added.

Attention: Gosh, look at all these cameras

One of the reasons Go got the part was because of his "humble attitude". It is also reported that Go is learning a lot during rehearsals and is having fun working with his co-stars and director Park Geun-hyung.

The Return of Mr. Um will be staged at the Wonder Face in Daehangno from May 23 onwards.

Stylist please: Are ripped jeans making
a comeback?

Stumped: 'Man, am I doing the right thing here?'

Cast: Go Soo (second from right) and his co-stars

Source: The Korea Herald
Pics credit: Newsen

Related:
Ko Soo completes military service

Honey Lee kisses Shin Hyun-joon

*SNOGGG*

Miss Korea 2006 Honey Lee (25) snogs Saint Hobbo Oppa Shin Hyun-joon (40) in a music video for the-singer-who-remains-faceless, Zia.

You know how it is with Korean MVs, they are like complete stand alone mini-movies and some, like this one, are made into Parts 1, 2 and 3! Elaborate love stories, special effects, loads of drama - the usual stuff.

Check out more pics below. It could be a whole lot of hot air over nothing, like that lame kiss shared between Sandara Park and T.O.P. (Big Bang) for Gummy's I'm Sorry MV.

We'll just have to wait and see with this one.

One more time: 'Mmm...let's do another take.'

Peck on the forehead?!: 'Hey, I didn't sign
up for this St. Oppa!'

Another one: 'Sheesh!'

Pics credit: Hankooki