Choi Ji Woo 최지우

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

~ Choi Ji-woo's closest friends: Kim Tae Hee, Song Hye Kyo and Kim Ha Neul reveal her surprising side

On Dec 26 broadcast SBS TV program "Healing Camp", the actress Choi Ji-woo tell her big expose.

One of her closest friends, Kim Tae Hee said: "I’m so impress with Choi Ji-woo’s sit in the cinema center position. And is really very surprised when she put her feet on the front position.Choi Ji Woo kinda a surprise when her habits has become Kim Tae Hee's attention. and she gave an explain:" It’s a midnight movie. When not many people there and there isn’t someone sitting next to me, I like take off shoes, put feet up, or sitting cross-legged and then look at the movie.”

[annichoi]

Dear Freinds ...I didn't watch MBC since I know that Jiwoo and SangHyun will not attend ( Hee Hee ). I don't care who get the award coz Jiwoo + Oppa and Can't Lose already won My Heart !!!!....( I congratulate Best Love too... coz I also love and enjoy watching them....but surely not much as enjoy my Lovely Jiwoo Drama ) Time passed so fast it's another year end.

I wish Jiwoo and all Jiwoo's Fans in Soompi have a very very NICE and Prosperous New Year 2012

wishing you All The BEST ka !!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2012 !!!!!

[Guest be happy]

from lbh thread.. jiwoo have a vtr msg for lbh during his concert.. dec.24 on japan

"Actress Choi Ji Woo appears and says " Oppa, i know you are very good at singing, but when yu sing.. you and all of other friends will become drunk. But if you want to be a singer, I say fighting!"

CJW has a unique relationship with her co-stars epecially LBH she sent him amasg and he sent her one during Healing Camp show ...LBH i feel him different with JWOO they really share something beautifull

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I wish Jiwoo and all Jiwoo's Fans in Soompi have a very very NICE and Prosperous New Year 2012

wishing you All The BEST ka

Happy New Year ..to all of you

yes iam with you they won our heart ....great love for Hyunwoo Couple

thanks friend for calender its great ....and this my share for wallpaper

[rubie]

December 30, 2011

Remembering 'Winter Sonata,' the start of hallyu

Pioneering hallyu TV drama sees 10th anniversary

By Claire Lee (dyc@heraldm.com) koreaherald.com

On the night of Jan. 14, 2002, the first episode of KBS TV drama series “Winter Sonata” went on air. Korea was four months ahead of the highly anticipated 2002 FIFA World Cup in Korea and Japan, and was still recovering from the 1997 Asian financial crisis.

The term “hallyu,” which was in fact introduced in 1999 by local reporters in Beijing who were surprised by the popularity of Korean TV drama shows in China, was still unfamiliar among the viewers. Even Yoon Suk-ho, the producer of what later became the pioneering hallyu drama, had no idea what the series was about to lead to in Korea and Asia as a whole.

The year 2012 is surely a milestone year for the history of hallyu, as the famous love saga has its 10th year anniversary. Ever since the show ― the second installment of producer Yoon’s four part “Endless Love” series ― was aired in Japan through NHK in April of 2003, the show has symbolized the beginnings of hallyu across Asia.

Thanks to its enormous popularity, its main actor Bae Yong-joon rose to heartthrob status in East Asia, while its filming location, Nami Island in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, has welcomed more than one million visitors in the last decade.

Before 2003, however, the sob-fest love story had been regarded as just another popular TV series in Korea. It came after a series of tear-jerking romance movies and TV dramas released in Korea from the late 1990s on, including late popular actress Choi Jin-sil’s film “The Letter” (1997), director Hur Jin-ho’s “Christmas in August” (1998) and Yoon’s first installment of the “Endless Love” series “Autumn in My Heart” (2000).

Culture critic Lee Young-mi, who saw “Winter Sonata” as an “extension of therapeutic pop-culture products to ease the collective trauma of the 1997 financial crisis in Korea,” said the show’s popularity in Korea and Japan must be understood separately. “People rejected the ‘traditional’ kind of love throughout the 1990s in Korea by the younger generation,” Lee told The Korea Herald during a phone interview on Wednesday.

Scenes from KBS’ 2002 hit drama series “Winter Sonata” (KBS)

“These young men and women were confident enough to have fun while not settling down or being too committed. But that confidence was totally shattered by the financial crisis in the late 1990s. By this time we all knew there was no such thing as romantic, ever-lasting love. But we needed to hang onto those fantasies to survive. So what came out were movies and drama series that dealt with death-transcending love stories. The popularity of ‘Winter Sonata’ in Korea took part of that.

“But its popularity in Japan has nothing to do with it,” Lee continued. “In general, though, I think the show received more positive reviews in Korea after it gained popularity in Japan. Most culture products that enjoy popularity overseas are hardly criticized locally in Korea.”

The show’s popularity in Japan was surprising to many, including the producer Yoon Suk-ho and then-Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, who in 2004 famously said, “Bae Yong-joon is more popular than I am in Japan.” Drawing at least 20 percent of prime time viewers in 2003, the show soon rose to cult status. NHK made $3.5 million from selling Winter Sonata-related products, while selling 330,000 DVD sets and 1,220,000 “Winter Sonata” novels. Its most enthusiastic viewers were middle-aged women, who were completely mesmerized by its main actor Bae Yong-joon, who starred as a caring and romantic ski resort CEO who would give up everything for his first love.

Bae, who the New York Times called “the $2.3 billion man” for his value in 2004, made his famous visit to Japan that year. Some 3,000 middle-aged women gathered at Narita International Airport to greet their heartthrob.

According to a scholarly article published on Keio Communication Review in 2007, some 350 riot police were there to guard the scene. In spite of the presence of the officers, however, 10 women were sent to hospital as they were injured from “pushing and shoving” in an attempt to see their “Yon-sama.” “I had no idea it would become so popular in Japan,” producer Yoon Suk-ho told The Korea Herald during a phone interview on Wednesday. “In fact, the first installment of the series, ‘Autumn in My Heart,’ was popular in Southeast Asian counties, not Japan. I planned on filming as much snow as possible for ‘Winter Sonata’ to attract the viewers in those warm counties.”

Yoon, who last year produced the musical adaption of the show for the 10th year anniversary, which is currently on stage in Seoul, shared his favorite line of a review from a Japanese critic. “It said, ‘Winter Sonata’ awakened the little girls deeply buried in the middle-aged Japanese women’s subconscious,’” Yoon told The Korea Herald. “I think ‘Autumn in My Heart’ was popular in Southeast Asia as it dealt with social class differences as well as poverty. Japan, on the other hand, was the first country in Asia that went through modernization and westernization. I think the show touched on what these Japanese women left behind, as well as their fond memories and values that only exist in their past.”

Yoon is currently preparing for his upcoming TV drama “Loverain,” featuring young hallyu stars Jang Kuen-suk and popular girl group Girls’ Generation member Yoona as a young puppy-love couple in the ‘70s. Jang, in particular, is largely considered one of the rising hallyu stars in Japan. Last year he successfully completed a one-of-a-kind, fantasy-like concert tour in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka. Unlike Bae, most of Jang’s fans are Japanese youngsters.

While the theme of the show resembles that of “Winter Sonata” ― pure and noble love shared by young innocent souls (which has been Yoon’s long-time interest) ― it will be interesting to see what the edgy and young duo will bring to the show, Yoon said. “Hallyu has become more about K-pop than the drama series nowadays,” Yoon said. “As a TV producer I am not particularly happy about that. But K-pop’s energetic and feisty. Jang Keun-suk has all of that K-pop quality. He’s open, honest, unique and is always himself. I think he will bring such energy to the show, while I will keep the good old stuff that needs to be kept (by telling the love story of the ‘70s).”

The musical adaptation of “Winter Sonata,” currently being staged at Myungbo Art Hall in central Seoul, runs until March 18. Tickets cost 50,000 won. Japanese subtitles are available. For more information, call (02) 1544-1555, or (070) 7019-6707.

[dhlt25]

CJW has a unique relationship with her co-stars epecially LBH she sent him amasg and he sent her one during Healing Camp show ...LBH i feel him different with JWOO they really share something beautifull

I just finished watching Beautiful days, they do have one of the best chemistry I've seen. I hope they will colab. sometimes in the future

[annichoi]

Tomorrow Night 4Jan SBS Midnight Entertainment....will have our Princess na ka..Don't miss.

Should be something about Shiseido AD some interview ... Beauty Skin Secret ( I guess )

pix from Shiseido Facebook

from this news...

http://news.nate.com/view/20120103n20222

[annichoi]

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Jiwoo on SBS Program Tonight ka

capture by iamcrazy :wub:

some more from news

[Guest be happy]

WAAAW super pretty ...i think she gain some weight ..her health is better ..

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

from starjiwoo

shiseido shooting

jiwoo is so pretty!!!!!!!

[Guest be happy]

from starjiwoo

shiseido shooting

jiwoo is so pretty!!!!!!!

AND HAPPY TOOO

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

Choi Ji Woo, how can she possibly be 37?

Actress Choi Ji Woo‘s commercial filming behind the scene looks were revealed.

Choi Ji Woo was filming the commercial for the Prestige Corporation’s Shiseido makeup brand. She revealed her beautiful and clear skin on this day for another flawless shoot.

Her outfit for the CF reminded one of the Greek goddesses and her beauty is certainly befitting of such concept.

In contrast to the easy-going ways she has shown when she made a special guest appearance on KBS ’1 Night 2 Days’, she described her strict skin care regimen of taking half baths every day and drinking red ginseng tea religiously.

The shoot took over 10 hours but Choi Ji Woo did not show any fatigue throughout and she also reviewed every cut with careful inspection. During some shoots she even added her own ideas impressing the staffs with her creativity and professionalism.

Image+Source: Sports Chosun via, Star N News Nate

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

from lbh thread..

rubie:

Thanks to Barbara at EverythingLBH.com for the translated gist.. Lee Byung Hun's message to Choi Ji Woo."Jiwoo appears like a miser but is actually a very supportive friend. Although we have not seen each other for 4 years, she is still a trusted younger brother..CJW says that she and BH can talk up to 3 to 4 hours, discussing topics such as "how is the Director? How are the partners?" (please note the message says younger brother and not sister?")>< ">I think BH considers CJW like a very close friend or buddy-like.. that's why he calls her "younger brother" (if that's the case).. some Kdramas even highlighted such relationships. 

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my gosh i love them

[Guest be happy]

Choi Ji Woo, how can she possibly be 37?

Thanks for the update .,..but i think jiwoo is still 36 not reaching 37 age

CJW says that she and BH can talk up to 3 to 4 hours, discussing topics such as "how is the Director? How are the partners?" (please note the message says younger brother and not sister?")I think BH considers CJW like a very close friend or buddy

their relation isreally unique and donot saying sister that meansthat he doesnt consider her asister but someone with special feelings for ...

Oh what something adorable to hear that from JW ..and i want to ask ..someone you can talk with for hours about mini details of your work and life what that means ???? isnt mean relax .,.comfortable ..likeness ..interesting ...and love tooo

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

Thanks for the update   .,..but i think jiwoo is still 36 not reaching 37 age  

their relation isreally unique and donot saying sister that meansthat he doesnt consider her asister but someone with special feelings for ...

Oh what something adorable to hear that from JW ..and i want to ask ..someone you can talk with for hours about mini details of your work and life what that means ???? isnt mean relax .,.comfortable ..likeness ..interesting ...and love tooo

hahahaha like your point...

from the start i really like lbh for jiwoo.

 i want them to be together waaahh im dying!!!*wishing*

[Guest be happy]

From ysh international facebook ..source CJWFC

Interview with "Can't Lose" Yoon Sang Hyun & Choi Ji Woo by Taiwan Channel V 2012.01.05

I think thereare ineresting moments in this VOD and i think YSH eyes are saying alot here ...

plz any one can understand tell us

[Guest AllforCJW]

For Hyuniwoo fans, you should check this out! This interview is to DIE FOR!

Interview for Can't Lose promotion in Taiwan

Part 1 -

Part 2 - http://www.dailymotion.com/video/k5d8ecIdws61eN2Fz1J

Oh gosh..they are so funny, adorable, and in sync with each other, you can tell that they have gotten to know each other (on a personal level) quite well. He even answers questions for her since he knows her so well. The interviewer even mentioned that they seemed really close like good friends. What a fun interview. They did a good job at posing questions and made the atmosphere of interview relax & comfortable.

When the host asked what part of their body that they like the most, YSH said "eyes" where CJW said "neck". He concurred with her answer that her neck is really attractive. Then when asked if she does a special care for her neck, YSH answered for her bwahaha. He said that she does ballet routine as such her neck is long & beautiful (or something like that). bwahahaha. CJW said YSH has watery/glistening eyes.

When asked who's their best friend? While CJW was still thinking, YSH immediately shouted "CHOI JI WOO"! . CJW laughed, then she also shouted "YOON SANG HYUN"! Bwahaha he was totally flattered.

so many funny stuff in the interview. maybe somebody with better Chinese can do a full translation or perhaps YSH fans can do that.

CJW, I don't understand why are you so lonely lately? I wonder when SBS Healing Camp was recorded.

[Guest AllforCJW]

from lbh thread..

rubie:

Thanks to Barbara at EverythingLBH.com for the translated gist.. Lee Byung Hun's message to Choi Ji Woo."Jiwoo appears like a miser but is actually a very supportive friend. Although we have not seen each other for 4 years, she is still a trusted younger brother..CJW says that she and BH can talk up to 3 to 4 hours, discussing topics such as "how is the Director? How are the partners?" (please note the message says younger brother and not sister?")

I believe the word LBH used was "dongsaeng" which can mean younger brother or younger sister. In this context, i think he meant younger sister.

LBH said that they haven't seen each other in 4 years. Well, they actually saw each other in 2009 for the opening of their stores. Here's the pic

[dhlt25]

For Hyuniwoo fans, you should check this out! This interview is to DIE FOR!

Interview for Can't Lose promotion in Taiwan

Part 1 -

Part 2 - http://www.dailymotion.com/video/k5d8ecIdws61eN2Fz1J

Oh gosh..they are so funny, adorable, and in sync with each other, you can tell that they have gotten to know each other (on a personal level) quite well. He even answers questions for her since he knows her so well. The interviewer even mentioned that they seemed really close like good friends. What a fun interview. They did a good job at posing questions and made the atmosphere of interview relax & comfortable.

When the host asked what part of their body that they like the most, YSH said "eyes" where CJW said "neck". He concurred with her answer that her neck is really attractive. Then when asked if she does a special care for her neck, YSH answered for her bwahaha. He said that she does ballet routine as such her neck is long & beautiful (or something like that). bwahahaha. CJW said YSH's eyes are sparkly/watery.

When asked who's their best friend? While CJW was still thinking, YSH immediately shouted "CHOI JI WOO"! . CJW laughed, then she also shouted "YOON SANG HYUN"! Bwahaha he was totally flattered.

so many funny stuff in the interview. maybe somebody with better Chinese can do a full translation or perhaps YSH fans can do that.

CJW, I don't understand why are you so lonely lately? I wonder when SBS Healing Camp was recorded.

May be CJW is happy now because LBH is back in Korea and they get to meet each other??

My ship is on full steam ever since I finished Beautiful Days a few weeks ago lol

[Guest be happy]

Oh gosh..they are so funny, adorable, and in sync with each other, you can tell that they have gotten to know each other (on a personal level) quite well. He even answers questions for her since he knows her so well. The interviewer even mentioned that they seemed really close like good friends. What a fun interview. They did a good job at posing questions and made the atmosphere of interview relax & comfortable.

When the host asked what part of their body that they like the most, YSH said "eyes" where CJW said "neck". He concurred with her answer that her neck is really attractive. Then when asked if she does a special care for her neck, YSH answered for her bwahaha. He said that she does ballet routine as such her neck is long & beautiful (or something like that). bwahahaha. CJW said YSH has watery/glistening eyes.

When asked who's their best friend? While CJW was still thinking, YSH immediately shouted "CHOI JI WOO"! . CJW laughed, then she also shouted "YOON SANG HYUN"! Bwahaha he was totally flattered.

so many funny stuff in the interview. maybe somebody with better Chinese can do a full translation or perhaps YSH fans can do that.

Thanks dear for your help....i had watched this yesterday and i was very bussy thinking on what they were talking about ...but from my eyes i can feel that YSH has feelings for CJW

his eyes says alot he appear to be in love thats clear in part 1 moment 6.16 ...and moment 7.25 she shocked with his sight i think

CJW, I don't understand why are you so lonely lately? I wonder when SBS Healing Camp was recorded.

maybe it was a massage fr someone ..want him to be agressive and say it not to waite for too long ....and I VOT for two

[Guest jodi_ashrik]

last pix wa wa wow!!!