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Sandara Park
Sandara Park ( English pronunciation: ; born November 12, 1984), also known by her stage name Dara (Korean: 다라 English pronunciation: ), is a South Korean singer, actress and television presenter. She rose to fame in the Philippines as a contestant on the talent show '' Star Circle Quest'' in 2004, after which she had a successful acting and singing career before returning to South Korea in 2007. She made her South Korean debut in 2009 as a member of the K-pop group 2NE1, which went on to become one of the best-selling girl groups of all time before their disbandment in 2016. Park is one of the most popular South Korean celebrities in the Philippines, where she is known by fans as the ''Pambansang Krung-Krung'' (''National Crazy Personality''). She is considered an influential figure in the Korean wave, and has been called the "BoA of the Philippines" in reference to South Korean singer BoA who also experienced great success abroad. In 2004, Park released her first EP, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sandra (given Name)
Sandra is a female name, which is often used as a short form for Alexandra or Cassandra (given name), Cassandra. Alexandra is a feminine form of the male name Alexander, which is a romanization of the Greek language, Greek name Ἀλέξανδρος ''Alexandros''. It is generally interpreted to mean "protector of man" or "defender of man". The name Cassandra is also from the Greek language, Greek ( el, Κασσάνδρα: "she who entangles men"). Cassandra is known in Greek mythology, as the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy. She was loved by Apollo and given the gift of prophecy but when she did not fall in love with him, he placed a curse on her so that no one would believe her predictions. Theoi Greek Mythology. Accessed July 24, 2010 See also * List of people named Sandra * Sander (name) * So ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gim Yu-sin
Gim Yu-sin (sometimes romanized Kim Yu-shin, Gim Yu-sin, or Gim Yu-shin) (595 – 18 August 673) was a Korean military general and politician in 7th-century Silla. He led the unification of the Korean Peninsula by Silla under the reign of King Muyeol and King Munmu. He is said to have been the great-grandchild of King Guhae of Geumgwan Gaya, the last ruler of the Geumgwan Gaya state. This would have given him a very high position in the Silla bone rank system, which governed the political and military status that a person could attain. Much of what is known about Gim's life comes from the detailed account in the ''Samguk Sagi'', Yeoljeon 1-3, and the much briefer record in the '' Samguk Yusa'', vol. 1. Early years Gim Yu-shin was the son of General Gim Seohyeon (the second son of General Gim Mu-ryeok) and Lady Manmyeong, who was a daughter of Gim Sukheuljong (, King Jinheung of Silla's younger brother). He was born in Manno county(this is present-day Jincheon County) in 59 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile name, gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Busan, South Korea
Busan (), officially known as is South Korea's most populous city after Seoul, with a population of over 3.4 million inhabitants. Formerly romanized as Pusan, it is the economic, cultural and educational center of southeastern South Korea, with its port being Korea's busiest and the sixth-busiest in the world. The surrounding "Southeastern Maritime Industrial Region" (including Ulsan, South Gyeongsang, Daegu, and some of North Gyeongsang and South Jeolla) is South Korea's largest industrial area. The large volumes of port traffic and urban population in excess of 1 million make Busan a Large-Port metropolis using the Southampton System of Port-City classification . Busan is divided into 15 major administrative districts and a single county, together housing a population of approximately 3.6 million. The full metropolitan area, the Southeastern Maritime Industrial Region, has a population of approximately 8 million. The most densely built-up areas of the city are situated in a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Web Series
A web series (also known as a web show) is a series of scripted or non-scripted online videos, generally in episodic form, released on the Internet, which first emerged in the late 1990s and became more prominent in the early 2000s. A single instance of a web series program can be called an episode or a "webisode", however the term is not always used. In general, web series can be watched on a range of platforms and devices, including desktop, laptop, tablets and smartphones. They are different from streaming television, which can be watched on various streaming platforms. As of 2016, there were a number of awards that have been established to celebrate excellence in web series, like the Streamys, Webbys, IAWTV, and Indie Series Awards, although the Streamys and IAWTV also cover programs on streaming platforms. There are also several web series festivals, most notably in Los Angeles and Vancouver. Most major award ceremonies have also created web series and digital media awa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pinoy Boyband Superstar
''Pinoy Boyband Superstar'' is a Philippine reality singing competition shown on ABS-CBN. The show is hosted by Billy Crawford. The judges of the show are composed of Aga Muhlach, Yeng Constantino, Sandara Park and Vice Ganda. The show premiered on September 10, 2016, replacing the third season of ''The Voice Kids''. The goal of the show is to find the members for the newest "Pinoy boyband" (all-male Filipino pop group). The 5-member Pinoy Boyband would win a talent management contract from Star Magic, a recording contract from Star Music, 5 units of Yamaha Mio motorcycles and a total cash prize of ₱5,000,000 tax free from Yamaha and ABS-CBN. Niel Murillo, Russell Reyes, Ford Valencia, Tristan Ramirez and Joao Constancia are the members of the first Pinoy Boyband called ''BoybandPH''. They performed their first single, "We Made It", at the end of the show. The show ended on December 11, 2016, and was replaced by ''Kapamilya Weekend Specials'' and the first season of '' Your ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Two Yoo Project Sugar Man
''Two Yoo Project – Sugar Man'' () is a 2015 South Korean television program starring various artists. The original 2-episode pilot aired at 22:50 ( KST) on Wednesday (August 19 & 26, 2015) under the name ''Two Yoo Project Searching For Sugar Man'' (). The regular broadcast of Season 1, hosted by Yoo Jae-suk, You Hee-yeol, Kim Eana and Sandara Park, kicked off beginning October 20, 2015, every Tuesday at 22:50 (KST), ended on July 12, 2016. Season 2 airs starting January 14, 2018, every Sunday at 22:40 (KST). Park Na-rae and Joy ( Red Velvet) join as MCs alongside Yoo Jae-suk and You Hee-yeol. The last episode of season 2 was aired on May 27, 2018. Season 3 is confirmed to air from November 29, 2019, every Friday at 21:00 (KST). Kim Eana, who returns after being one of the MCs for Season 1, and Heize will join as MCs alongside Yoo Jae-suk and You Hee-yeol. The last episode of season 3 was aired on March 6, 2020. Synopsis The idea for the program began with the documentary '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CL (singer)
Lee Chae-rin (born February 26, 1991), better known by her stage name CL, is a South Korean rapper and singer-songwriter. Born in Seoul, South Korea, she spent much of her early life in Japan and France. CL trained at JYP Entertainment before joining YG Entertainment at the age of fifteen. She debuted and rose to fame as a member of the girl group 2NE1 in 2009, which went on to become one of the best-selling girl groups of all-time. As a solo artist, CL made her debut with the single "The Baddest Female" in May 2013 and released the solo track " MTBD" in February 2014 as part of 2NE1's final studio album '' Crush''. Following the group's hiatus at the turn of 2015, CL pursued a solo career with the release of the standalone singles "Hello Bitches" (2015) and " Lifted" (2016). The latter single led CL to become the first female Korean solo artist to place onto the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, and the third Korean artist to do so overall. In November 2016, YG announced the disbandment ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kiss (Dara Song)
"Kiss" (Korean: 입맞춤) is a song recorded by South Korean singer Dara, a member of girl group 2NE1. It features the vocals of her co-member CL and was used as part of a promotional campaign for Cass Beer. It was released as her first single in South Korea on September 7, 2009, and was later included on 2NE1's debut studio album ''To Anyone'' one year later. Background and development After the release of 2NE1's latest single " I Don't Care", the group paused promotions in order to release solo material. "Kiss" was written and composed by YG Entertainment's exclusive Korean music producer Teddy Park, who is known as a member of 1TYM and for his work with Big Bang from 2006 up until early 2009. She had worked with him previously on 2NE1's debut eponymous extended play 2NE1. The lyrics of the song describes a woman who merely wants her lover to kiss her but is turned off by his attitude. In 2009, Oriental Brewery announced that it had chosen Sandara Park and actor Lee Minho to b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fire (2NE1 Song)
"Fire" is the debut single by South Korean girl group 2NE1. The song was released to digital outlets on May 6, 2009 by YG Entertainment, as the lead single for the group's self-titled debut extended play. Despite the group having appeared alongside labelmate Big Bang for the promotional single "Lollipop" in March 2009, "Fire" served as 2NE1's official debut. The song nevertheless became a hit in all Korean charts following its release and instantly gained success in South Korea, propelling the group to immediate fame. "Fire" was met with positive reviews from music critics, who complemented its musical styles and 2NE1's charisma. Retrospectively, the song is recognized for its role in the expansion of the "fierce" and "independent" image in the industry's girl group scene. Background and release 2NE1 was first unveiled to the public on March 27, 2009 after appearing alongside labelmate Big Bang for the LG Cyon promotional track "Lollipop". Despite the track not having any form ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
PMPC Star Award For Movie
PMPC Star Awards for Movies is an annual award-giving body recognizing the outstanding films in the Philippines. It was operated by entertainment writers founded by the Philippine Movie Press Club The Philippines (; fil, Pilipinas, links=no), officially the Republic of the Philippines ( fil, Republika ng Pilipinas, links=no), * bik, Republika kan Filipinas * ceb, Republika sa Pilipinas * cbk, República de Filipinas * hil, Republ ... in 1985. These are the award categories to be given away. History The first PMPC Star Awards for Movies was held in 1985. Award ceremonies Awards of Merit categories Current categories Discontinued categories Special awards Current special categories * Darling of the Press * Movie Loveteam of the Year *Nora Aunor Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award *Ulirang Alagad ng Pelikula sa Likod ng Kamera Lifetime Achievement Award Most Wins References External links {{DEFAULTSORT:Pmpc Star Awards For Movies Lifetime achiev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
