10 biggest Girl's Day news from the first half of 2018
It's July 2 and we're in the middle of the year. We have 182 days left in 2018. In the first half of the year, a lot of things happened. Sort of. We're still waiting for Everyday #6, Thirsty 2.0, Sojin solo debut and whatever we have in mind. I hope we'll get a comeback soon or in autumn.
1. Girl’s Day’s Hyeri Received Offer From Madagascar Ambassador To Carry Sign At PyeongChang Olympics
On February 3, Im Sang Woo, part of the South Korean embassy in Madagascar, shared on social media that the PyeongChang organizing committee had responded positively to the idea of having Girl’s Day’s Hyeri as their picket girl. The “picket person” carries the sign for the country (not the flag, which is carried by a representative athlete from the country) during the opening ceremonies.
The idea of Hyeri being a picket girl for Madagascar comes from her hit drama “Reply 1988,” where Hyeri’s character Deok Sun was chosen to be Madagascar’s picket girl for the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. Ultimately, her character was not able to fulfill her dream (despite some very energetic practicing) because Madagascar did not participate in the ’88 games.
On February 5, Ambassador Im released another statement saying, “It would have symbolic meaning for Hyeri to be the picket girl. We would like her to appear with the athletes from Madagascar. But these things need to be arranged in advance, so it’s not something we can just push forward. If it’s possible, we would like to do it.”
The next day, a source from Hyeri’s agency Dream T Entertainment stated, “Hyeri did receive an offer to be the picket girl but unfortunately she will not be able to attend due to conflicting schedules.”
source: https://www.soompi.com/2018/02/06/girls-days-hyeri-revealed-received-offer-madagascar-ambassador-carry-sign-pyeongchang-olympics/
The greatest thing that never happened. It's surreal that some things that happened on reply 1988 are coming to life. I wished Hyeri grabbed the opportunity. It could have been something huge.
2. Yura says Girl's Day are prepping for comeback
Yura revealed, "We promoted as Girl's Day last March. We're currently resting, but we plan to release an album this year." She further said the members had been talking about grouping up again, saying, "The members all decided to have Girl's Day promotions this year. I personally want to do a summer song, but the other members want to promote in winter or fall. It seems like we'll be having meetings with our agency about new tracks slowly."
As for questions about whether she thinks Girl's Day will last, Yura expressed, "I think we will. We said we would among ourselves. Even if a member would leave to another label, I think that the group Girl's Day will remain. If the group does disband later and the members get married and have a kid, I think we'll still be close. I think we'll continue to have a relationship."
source: https://www.allkpop.com/article/2018/03/yura-says-girls-day-are-prepping-for-comeback
There were reports that they renewed their contracts back in 2017? I dunno about that unless it comes from dreamtea. I hope we'll get a comeback this year.
3. Unseen Girl's Day dance practice sessions
I don't know why it was released all of a sudden but woah. To think that these were just sitting on someone's hard drive and finally shown to us. hmmm. Some said its purpose are for music shows for the camera man, something like that.
4. Yura talks about Girl’s Day wanting to make a comeback and feeling depressed about other groups’ disbandment
In recent interviews with media outlets Xportsnews and News1, the idol-turned-actress reported that even though Girl’s Day hasn’t promoted together as a group since their comeback in early 2017 with “I’ll Be Yours,” all four members have managed to stay in close touch with one another.
When asked about the secret to keeping their group together for 8 years, Yura replied, “We have a really great relationship. We get along very well. Maybe it’s because of our good teamwork, but we’ve never fought. To be honest, I don’t even feel like we’ve been together that long. I still feel like a rookie, and I can’t believe [it’s been 8 years already]. Maybe it’s because our group didn’t do well until later on.”
Yura went on to share that she missed living together with the other members and that they now used mutual hobbies as a way to spend time together. “It was so much fun when we lived together,” she recalled fondly. “There are times when I miss it. We spent time chatting with one another at least once a day.”
“Nowadays,” she said, “I see Hyeri at the bowling alley, and I see Sojin often because we live near each other. I see Minah every so often because we take ballet together, and we also have the same English teacher. Because we all share at least one hobby, we can see each other whenever. We also frequently meet up to go out and eat delicious food together.”
As for when fans could expect to see a group comeback, Yura promised that she would do her utmost to make a Girl’s Day comeback happen as soon as possible. “The members are constantly talking about making a comeback,” she remarked. “We need a good song in order to make a comeback, but it isn’t easy. I want us to make a comeback when we find a song and a concept that fit us perfectly.”
She added, “If we find a good song, our comeback might end up happening sooner than planned.”
Yura also talked about what kind of concept she hoped Girl’s Day would take on for their next comeback. She commented, “Innocent and bubbly concepts are in fashion these days, but I don’t want to let go of sexy concepts like ‘Something.’ I also want to do a summer song, so I’d like it if we came out with a sexy and refreshing song that suits the season.”
Speaking about the recent disbandments of girl groups like SISTAR and miss A, who debuted the same year as Girl’s Day, Yura confessed that hearing the news had been difficult for her. “There aren’t many groups left who debuted at the same time as us,” she explained. “I felt really strange when I saw the news that they had disbanded. It was to the extent where I was depressed for a while.”
She went on, “Honestly, [hearing about] groups disbanding hits close to home. In a way, it’s natural. But since our contracts aren’t up for a while, I don’t want to think about the future just yet.”
“I do think that we’ll continue on together [as Girl’s Day],” she added. “Right now we’re working hard on our solo activities, but I also think of our solo activities as promotions for Girl’s Day.”
source: https://www.soompi.com/2018/03/28/yura-talks-girls-day-wanting-make-comeback-feeling-depressed-groups-disbandment/
5. Hyeri's movie comeback - Girls’ Day’s Hyeri, Uhm Tae Goo, And Kim Hee Won Gather For Script Reading Of New Film
New film “Dempsey Roll” (tentative title) has released photos from its first script reading.
“Dempsey Roll” is a comedy-drama film that will tell the story of a man named Byung Goo who used to be a professional boxer in the past, but now lives a helpless life due to a mistake he made in the past.
After getting diagnosed with punch-drunk syndrome, a condition caused by repeated concussions, Byung Goo becomes determined to complete his own unique style of boxing. This “pansori boxing” combines Korea’s distinct rhythm with boxing steps and eventually becomes Byung Goo’s specialty.
Uhm Tae Goo will appear as Byung Goo. Although the actor has appeared in many films including “Coin Locker Girl,” “The Age of Shadows,” and “A Taxi Driver,” this will be his first comedy film.
Girls’ Day member Hyeri will play the role of Min Ji, who is a new employee at the gym and offers her support to Byung Goo.
Kim Hee Won will portray the role of Director Park who runs the boxing gym and teams up with Byung Goo to form a fun duo.
At the script reading on April 19, the actors reportedly prepared to show fun, comic acting while the crew displayed determination in presenting moviegoers with a new world of boxing.
Director Jung Hyuk Gi said, “I will show you a film that maintains a sense of humor while making you think about your forgotten dreams and the things that are disappearing.”
“Dempsey Roll” began filming on April 25 and is scheduled to premiere in 2019.
6. Minah's drama comeback - New drama "Absolute Boyfriend" starring Yeo Jin Goo, Girl's Day Mina and Hong Jong Hyun to form a love triangle
Minah of Girl’s Day is to star in new drama series “Absolute Boyfriend” (working title).
She is to play makeup artist. Unable to find romance in real life, she falls in love with a cybernetic doll, who is programmed to be a “perfect” boyfriend. Actor Yeo Jin-goo will play the role of the doll.
Minah, a member of K-pop act Girl’s Day, has been pursuing a succesful acting career, starring in hit SBS series “Beautiful Gong Shim” in 2016.
The series is an adaptation of a Japanese comic book of the same name, written and drawn by Yuu Watase. The cartoon was adapted into TV series in Japan and Taiwan. Korean actress Ku Hye-sun took the lead role in the Taiwanese version.
source: http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20180530000538
7. Yura confirmed as the MC for ‘2018 MISS KOREA’
On June 22, Dream T Entertainment confirmed, “Yura became the host for 2018 Miss Korea, a ceremony where they will crown the 62nd Miss Korea.”
Regarding the news, Yura responded, “I used to idolize Miss Korea when I was a child. It is an honor for me to host such a contest, where the most beautiful people from around the country will gather.”
Yura has a history of being the hosts for numerous programs. The list includes O’live Channel’s “2016 Tasty Road” as well as tvN’s “Life Bar” recently. Furthermore, she appeared in KBS drama “Beauty Bible 2017” and solidified herself as a multi-entertainer.
Hankook Ilbo E&B, the main sponsors of the event, also mentioned the singer with delight. They said, “Yura’s bright energy and positivity will illuminate not only the stage, but also her hosting abilities.”
‘2018 Miss Korea’ will be live broadcasted on July 4 at 7PM, KST, through MBC Every1 and MBC Music.
source: http://kpoplove.koreadaily.com/girls-day-yura-confirmed-as-the-mc-for-2018-miss-korea/
8. Sojin is hosting a new variety program called ‘Man vs. Child!’
“Man vs. Child” is a cooking competition program that puts professional chefs against young children. In the Korean version of “Man vs. Child,” Sojin will join Lee Hwi-Jae and “professional mukbang-er” Moon Se-Yoon to host the competition.
They will hold an audition for the “children chefs,” but have already recruited Lee Yeon-Bok, Lee Won-Il, and park Joon-Woo as the professional chefs. All three of them have appeared in the popular JTBC program ‘Please Take Care of My Refrigerator’ and proved their talents.
Regarding the news, Sojin said, “this is one of the TV programs I wished to host. I’m glad I got the opportunity to appear in it. Furthermore, I will try to create great chemistry with the two other MC’s. I hope you look forward to it.”
Meanwhile, the Korean version of ‘Man vs. Child’ aims to premiere in early July. The program will air on A&E Networks’ Lifetime channel and iHQ’s ComedyTV and K STAR channels.
source: http://kpoplove.koreadaily.com/girls-day-sojin-to-host-korean-version-of-man-vs-child/
9. Sojin will be making her theater debut in a play 'Love Score'
Sojin's connection or maybe group of friends will grow on this new project she's taking. I hope this is another stepping stone for her future works. Another good job on her resume.
10. 2900 days with Girl's Day (June 17, 2018)
Milestone after milestone. This year is something and it's unclear if we'll still be having another milestone to count next year. We're counting down the days and let's just make the most out of the remaining time. Day 100 to 2900 here: http://girlsdayground.blogspot.com/2018/06/every-100-days-in-girls-days-career-day.html Continue Reading
