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Xiyeon
Park Jung-hyun ( ko, 박정현, born November 14, 2000), professionally known as Xiyeon, is a South Korean actress and singer. A former child actress and model, she trained under Pledis Entertainment for nine years before making her official debut as a member of the girl group Pristin in 2017. From April 2017 to January 2018, she hosted the South Korean music program '' Show! Music Core'' with Cha Eun-woo. Early life Xiyeon was born on November 14, 2000 in Anyang, South Korea. As a child, she appeared in several commercials for various companies and products, and most notably, a safety video for Korean Air. She also had small roles in a few dramas and the films, ''Father and Son: The Story of Mencius'' (2004) and '' The Cut'' (2007). She auditioned for Pledis Entertainment and trained for nine years under the company. As one of their trainees, she was featured in music videos of her label mates such as After School and Orange Caramel. Career 2016–2019: ''Produce 101'', ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pristin
Pristin (; stylized as PRISTIN and formerly known as Pledis Girlz) was a South Korean girl group formed by Pledis Entertainment in 2016. The group was composed of ten members: Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Kyulkyung, Yehana, Sungyeon, Xiyeon and Kyla. Most of them appeared on the television show ''Produce 101'' and, as the prize for becoming two of the top contestants, Nayoung and Kyulkyung went on to debut as part of the project girl group I.O.I, before reuniting with the other members to debut as Pristin on March 21, 2017, with the first EP '' Hi! Pristin''. Pristin was known for writing and composing their own music. Following two years without group activities, the group disbanded on May 24, 2019 when only 3 of the 10 members renewed their contract with Pledis Entertainment. History Pre-debut The members Nayoung, Roa, Yuha, Eunwoo, Rena, Kyulkyung and Xiyeon competed together on Mnet's survival television show ''Produce 101'', which aired from January 22 to Apr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Schxxl Out
''Schxxl Out'' (stylized as ''SCHXXL OUT'') is the second and final extended play by South Korean girl group Pristin. It was released on August 23, 2017, by Pledis Entertainment and distributed by LOEN Entertainment. The EP consists of five songs, including the single "We Like", which also had a music video released on August 23. The group performed in various Korean music shows to promote the album. This is their last album before their disbandment in May 2019. Background After ending the promotions for their debut mini album ''Hi! Pristin'', the group went on hiatus, until on May 22, through a Facebook live stream with the Chinese entertainment website Idols of Asia, they revealed their plans to make a comeback during the summer. Release On August 5, the timetable for their comeback was unveiled, confirming the mini album to be released on August 23. The tracklist for the EP was unveiled on August 18. Finally, on August 23, the ''Schxxl Out'' was officially released through ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hi! Pristin
''Hi! Pristin'' (stylized as ''HI! PRISTIN'') is the debut extended play by South Korean girl group Pristin. It was released on March 21, 2017, by Pledis Entertainment, and distributed by LOEN Entertainment. The EP consists of six songs, including the singles " Wee Woo" and " Black Widow". In order to promote the album, the group performed on several Korean music shows. Background On March 23, 2016, Pledis Entertainment announced they were to debut a new girl group, temporarily called Pledis Girlz. 7 of the 10 members, Eunwoo, Kyulkyung, Nayoung, Rena, Roa, Xiyeon and Yuha, previously competed during the first season of Mnet's survival show Produce 101, where Kyulkyung and Nayoung became finalists and debuted as part of the group I.O.I. Meanwhile, the remaining members held weekly concerts to promote the upcoming group. The last concert as Pledis Girlz was held on January 6, 2017, where they revealed the official name of the group to be Pristin. After I.O.I disbanded, on Janua ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pledis Entertainment
Pledis Entertainment () is a South Korean entertainment company founded by Han Sung-Soo in 2007. The label is home to actress Nana, Hwang Min-hyun, Baekho, and K-pop groups Seventeen and Fromis 9. Its name originates from the pleiades, a star cluster in the constellation Taurus. On May 25, 2020, Hybe Corporation became the majority shareholder of Pledis Entertainment, subdivision of Hybe Corp., as an independent label. History 2007–2012: Founding and early artists Pledis Entertainment was founded in 2007. Son Dam-bi was the first artist to debut under Pledis, and was dubbed the 'female Rain' by media outlets. In its beginning stages, the agency did not have management premises, only a practice room. In January 2009, Pledis debuted its first girl group, After School. A sub-unit of After School called Orange Caramel was formed in 2010, consisting of members Nana, Lizzy and Raina. In December 2010, Pledis released ''Happy Pledis 1st Album'', featuring After School, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
We (song)
We (stylized as WE) is a song recorded by South Korean girl group Pristin included on their first mini album ''Hi! Pristin'' (2017). It was released as a promotional single under their pre-debut name Pledis Girlz on June 27, 2016, along with a proper music video. The song was entirely written by members Roa, Eunwoo, Sungyeon and Xiyeon. Background and release On March 23, 2016, Pledis Entertainment announced they were to debut a new girl group, temporarily called Pledis Girlz. 7 of the 10 members, Eunwoo, Kyulkyung, Nayoung, Rena, Roa, Xiyeon and Yuha, previously competed during the first season of Mnet's survival show Produce 101, where Kyulkyung and Nayoung became finalists and debuted as part of the group I.O.I I.O.I (; also known as IOI or Ideal of Idol) was a South Korean girl group formed by CJ E&M through the 2016 reality show ''Produce 101'' on Mnet. The group was composed of eleven members chosen from a pool of 101 trainees from various enterta .... A few months ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Happy Pledis 2nd Album
''Happy Pledis 2nd Album'' is a charity single by the South Korean music label Pledis Entertainment's artists Son Dam-bi, Kahi, After School, NU'EST's JR and Baekho, Hello Venus's Yoo Ara and Lime and Pre-School Girl Park Jung-hyun. The album was released under the name ''Happy Pledis 2nd Album'' and is a charity release. As NU'EST and Hello Venus hadn't officially debuted then, the album doesn't include all the members of the two groups, and NU'EST went by the name "Pledis Boys". The album consisted of tracks "Love Letter", "Winter’s Tale", and "How Are You". History The Happy Pledis album is a project album purported to give back the love and support the artists have received from their fans; it also asks people to look around themselves with a warmer heart in the winter season. Happy Pledis 2011 was released in December. A portion of the ''Happy Pledis 2011'' earnings was donated to UNICEF to help look after those in need, and the album is also a gift to the fans who have ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wee Woo
Wee Woo (stylized as WEE WOO) is a debut single by South Korean girl group Pristin for their first EP ''Hi! Pristin'' (2017). It was released as the album's title track on March 21, 2017, and served as the group's debut single. An accompanying music video also premiered on the same day. The song was written by Sungyeon, one of the members from the group, Bumzu, Sophia Pae and Gustav Karlstrom. Background and release Pledis Entertainment announced Pristin's highly anticipated debut on March 2, 2017. The cover image for the group's debut mini album was unveiled on March 12, confirming the title track to be called "Wee Woo". The song was released along the album on March 21, with a proper music video. Composition and lyrical interpretation "Wee Woo" is described as a soft, lively pop song with a strong beat that showcases Pristin's beauty and energy. The single was composed by the group's member Sungyeon, along with Bumzu, Anchor and Park Kitae. The title of the song is supposed t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Show! Music Core
''Show! Music Core'' (), or simply ''Music Core'' is a South Korean music television program broadcast by MBC. It airs live every Saturday at 15:30 (KST). The show features some of the latest and most popular artists who perform live on stage. It is broadcast from MBC Dream Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi. History Prior to the current ''Show! Music Core'', numerous music programs with similar content were aired on MBC. Below is the list in chronological order. ''Live Music Camp'' was cancelled due to a broadcast accident of revealing genitalia. After a brief hiatus, ''Show! Music Core'' began airing on October 29, 2005, with charts similar to its predecessors. However, the charts were removed on January 7, 2006, and it continues to air without any charts or awards. Even without the weekly chart award, the show was known for its special production and stages. From 2007 to 2008, a "Mobile Ranking" segment was used to rank the popularity of songs downloaded to mobile phones an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cha Eun-woo
Lee Dong-min (; born March 30, 1997), known professionally as Cha Eun-woo (), is a South Korean singer, actor, and model under the label Fantagio. He is a member of the South Korean boy band Astro. Early life Cha Eun-woo was born on March 30, 1997, in the city of Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province. He attended Suri Middle School and Suri High School before graduating from Hanlim Multi Art School in 2016. He is currently attending Sungkyunkwan University, majoring in performing arts. Career 2013–2015: Career beginnings Cha debuted as an actor with a minor role in the film ''My Brilliant Life''. He was the fourth trainee to be officially introduced with the Fantagio iTeen Photo Test Cut. In August 2015, Cha, along with the other members of Astro, participated in the web-drama ''To Be Continued''. 2016–present: Debut with Astro, solo activities and rising popularity Astro debuted on February 23, 2016, with the EP ''Spring Up''. In August, Cha participated in the Chuseok spec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Baekho (singer)
Kang Dong-ho (; born July 21, 1995), better known by the stage name Baekho (), is a South Korean singer, songwriter and television personality. He began his professional career in 2012 as a main vocalist of the South Korean boy group NU'EST. He is currently signed under Pledis Entertainment, debuting as a solo artist with the release of his first extended play ''Absolute Zero'' on October 12, 2022. Career Pre-debut Baekho became a Pledis Entertainment trainee after being scouted by the company in 2010. He became better known after he appeared in After School's music video for the single "Play Ur Love". In 2011, he and bandmate JR appeared on the KBS talk show ''Hello Counselor'' and were revealed by After School's Kahi as two of the members of NU'EST. Prior to debuting, Baekho made appearances in labelmates' music releases as a member of Pledis Boys. He was a backup dancer for After School Blue's "Wonder Boy", and featured in Pledis Entertainment's Christmas release "L ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hwang Min-hyun
Hwang Min-hyun (; born August 9, 1995), known mononymously as Minhyun, is a South Korean singer, songwriter and actor. He began his professional career in 2012 as a lead vocalist of the South Korean boy group NU'EST. In 2017, he participated in second season of Produce 101 and finished ninth place, becoming a member of Wanna One. Following Wanna One's disbandment, Hwang re-joins NU'EST until 2022. He is currently a solo artist and actor signed under Pledis Entertainment. Career Pre-debut Hwang was scouted by South Korean entertainment agency Pledis Entertainment at the age of fifteen and became a trainee for almost two years. Prior to his debut, he became more well known after appearing in Orange Caramel's music video for their single "Shanghai Romance". He also made appearances in labelmates' music releases as a member of 'Pledis Boys'. 2012–2016: NU'EST On 15 March 2012, Hwang debuted as a member of NU'EST. He also appeared at the 2012–13 Seoul Fashion Week as a mo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Cut (2007 Film)
''The Cut'' (; also known as ''Cadaver'', literally ''Anatomy classroom'') is a 2007 South Korean film. Plot Seon-hwa is a new student at an elite medical school, and she is initiated into a dissection class headed by Dr. Han along with five other students, including her boyfriend Ki-beom. After the first class the students all start to share the same nightmare involving a one-eyed surgeon, and one by one they start to be murdered, the victims being discovered with their hearts removed. Seon-hwa and Ki-beom are convinced that these events are related to a beautiful cadaver with a rose tattoo on her breast, and they begin an investigation to uncover her identity. Cast * Han Ji-min as Seon-hwa * On Joo-wan as Joong-suk * Oh Tae-kyung as Ki-beom * Jo Min-ki as Dr. Han * Moon Won-joo as Kyung-min * Soy * Chae Yun-seo * Jin Yu-young * Park Chan-hwan (cameo) * Jung Chan (cameo) * Xiyeon (Pristin) as young Seonhwa Release ''The Cut'' was released in South Korea South Kore ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
