News Article: [130513] MBLAQ’s Thunder Tests His Fear of Heights in Nail Shop Paris

Netizens have been talking about nail artist Jin, played by MBLAQ’s Thunder, who melted away women’s hearts with his charm in the third episode of Nail Shop Paris.

Recently on set, Thunder revealed his emotional acting skills by taking on a different role of Jin, who is usually brightly smiling, surprising the entire staff. In one scene, Thunder’s character goes to the rooftop of a building to rescue a customer who is in danger.  The perilous scene was captured on a skyscraper building as the staff watched Thunder focus on his acting despite the fact that he felt dizzy and was afraid of heights. He received praise for his bravery.

Source: Joanne+ @ dramafever

News Article: [130509] Netizens Love Thunder’s New Pink ‘Do

Various pictures captioned with the headline “MBLAQ’s Latest: Thunder’s New Hairstyle” were posted recently on Thunder’s fan page message board. Thunder’s bright pink hair is shown in the published photos. His new appearance is eye-catching, giving off quite a different charm than his blonde-haired look.

With his new pink hair color, Thunder showed off the flower boy idol’s splendor.  Fans are eagerly awaiting MBLAQ’s comeback.

Netizens’ reactions have been positive, with comments like, “Hairstyle looks good,” “He’s really handsome,” and “His face is white so any color would match well.”

Thunder is also giving an excellent performance playing the role of nail artist Jin in Nail Shop Paris. What do you think of his role in the drama so far?

 (Source: News Nate)
Translated by: Joanne @ dramafever

News Article: [130503] The Reason why MBLAQ’s Thunder said “KARA’s Gyuri is a Fool”?

The reason behind MBLAQ’s Thunder’s exclamation that “Gyuri is a fool” has been revealed.

The main characters of MBC QUEEN’s new drama  “Nail Salon Paris ~Love Starts from the Fingertips~” (also knows as “Nail Salon Paris”), KARA’s Park Gyuri, Jeon Jihoo, Song Jaerim and MBLAQ’s Thunder, appeared on MBC QUEEN’s “TALK CONCERT QueeN” which was broadcasted on 2 May in Korea.

During the programme, MC Yoo Younghoon posed a question, “How would you define Gyuri as an actress?”. Jeon Jihoo answered, “Gyuri is like a vitamin drink, because despite the hectic schedule, her passion allows her press on tirelessly.”

Song Jaerim described, “Gyuri is a very nice and hardworking person. Her determination to work hard surpasses everybody. She has become a good source of motivation to me.”.

Thunder answered, “Gyuri is a fool,” causing the studio to explode into laughter. However Thunder explained further, “She is an really great person, someone who is addicted to practising . When we are all tired and taking a nap, she continues to practice her script. A fool who thinks of nothing but practicing.”

The first broadcast of “Nail Salon Paris”, which Gyuri, Jeon Jihoo, Song Jaerim and Thunder are acting in, will be on 3 May at 11pm on MBC QUEEN. The first and second stories are scheduled to be shown consecutively on the first day of the broadcast.

Source: http://news.kstyle.com/article.ksn?articleNo=1967972&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
(Dated 3 May 2013)
Translation: melllllly@tumblr/_breakit@twitter

News Article: [130427] Lee Joon gives an advice to Thunder in acting, “Just do what you want to”

MBLAQ’s Thunder who will be acting for the first time talked about the advice of fellow MBLAQ member Lee Joon to him.

The cast of MBC’s cable channel queen drama, “Nail shop Paris“, Park Gyuri, Thunder, Song Jae Rim, Jun Ji Hoo, Byun Woo Min, Kim Chae Yun, Han So Young, and PD Park Soo Chul attended the production announcement last April 26 in Seoul’s Yeouido CGV.

On this day, Thunder said “Until now, it seems like I will still be in MBLAQ’s concept which is manly and I’ll be showing off a strong image. I’m like that, and the other members dont have aegyo as well. Because it seems like I wasn’t able to show much of the smiling me, I would like to show my happy, smiling look if I have the opportunity this time.”

He was also asked if he received any advice from the members and he said,“I went to ask some advice from hollywood actor Lee Joon hyung and he told me just to do what I want. That’s why I just did everything i want to”, he replied while laughing.

Source: Naver article
Translated by: @ilove2ne1girls
Posted by: kamepichan@OhThunder

[INFO] MBLAQ Schedule update: ‘Nail Shop Paris’ drama conference on APRIL 26!

MBLAQ schedule has been updated~ ‘Nail Shop Paris’ drama conference with Thunder will occur on APRIL 26!

 

Source: @BLAQ_MR

News: 130403 Thunder’s photo, blonde haired flower boy.. “Looks like a prince from a fairy tale”

MBLAQ member Thunder, showed off his handsome face.

Last month (on the 25th), MBC Drama Net ‘Nail-Shop Paris‘ posted on their official twitter, “Prince from a fairy tale” along with this photo.

It was perfect. Thunder showed off his manly, prince-like clothing. His handsome face and his wide shoulders were more than enough to attract girls.

His change of style is also visible here. Thunder has a new wavy hairstyle. His blonde hair made his pale, white face stand out even more.

The netizens responded, “Thunder is so handsome”, “Daekbak!“, “He is like a real prince”, “I would die if Thunder did my nails”, “I can’t wait for the drama”. 

Nail-shop Paris will be starred during May and will be based on a famous nail-shop with handsome nail-artists working in it. Its genre will be romantic-comedy.

Source: Nate
Translated by: ParkHaelin@OhThunder
Posted by: kamepichan@OhThunder

News Article: 130325 MBLAQ′s Thunder is an Adorable Nail Artist for ′Nailshop Paris’ drama

Transforming from charimastic idol group member to an adorable nail artist, MBLAQ′s Thunder revealed new photos from his upcoming drama.

On March 25, MBLAQ’s agency, J.Tune Camp revealed new photos of Thunder working hard on the set of his new drama. The agency announced that Thunder has been working hard as the lead in MBC Drama Net′s Nailshop Paris alongside Kara′s Park Gyuri, Jeon Ji Hoo, and Song Jae Rim.Thunder will be playing the youngest flower boy nail artist, Jin, who is overflowing with aegyo and receives love from everyone.

According to J.Tune Camp, Thunder has been receiving lessons on nail art to prepare for the role.“As it is his first leading role in a drama, there may be times when he lacks, but we hope that everyone will pour love and interest to Thunder who is challenging himself to different areas of work.”

Nailshop Paris is a drama revolving around flower boy nail artists.

Photo Credit: J.Tune Camp
Source:  CJ E&M enewsWorld Grace Danbi Hong

News article: 130323 Han So young joins ‘Nail-Shop Paris’… acts with Gyuri-Thunder + reveals character

Actress Han So-young will be starring in the new drama Nail-shop Paris by MBC Queen along with Park Gyuri of Kara and MBLAQ Thunder. 

Han So-young, (from MBC Everyone’s ‘Singles 2′) will be acting as a Park Gyuri’s best friend who helps Park Gyuri with her disguise as a male. Even though she makes mistakes quite often, she’s a character that you can’t hate. She will also be acting as Thunder’s girlfriend.

Han So-young says, “I’ve been given a role that would be envied by most actresses. I want to try my best to portray myself as a lovely character- almost like from a cartoon.” Han So-young recently received a lot of attention from ‘Singles 2′ where she revealed her 1st place (state-wide) school report.

Nail-shop Paris will be broadcasted on MBC Drama Net and MBC Drama Queen and has been receiving a lot of attention lately for being the first fantasy nail shop based drama.

From another article, ”She (Soyoung) will also be showing a lot of skinship with Thunder as lovebirds”

Source: Naver through Sportsworld
Translated by: ParkHaelin@OhThunder
Posted by: kamepichan@OhThunder

[NEWS] ‘Nail Shop Paris’ drama broadcast pushed back + short synopsis

Kara′s Park Gyuri has been cast as the main lead for the drama Nailshop Paris.

The singer will be acting alongside MBLAQ′s Thunder, rookie flower boy actor Song Jae Rim and Jeon Ji Hoo in the drama, which will air through MBC Dramanet and MBC Queen.

Hong Yeo Ju, Park Gyuri′s role, is the writer of an internet novel who dresses herself up like a boy and gets herself a job in the flower-boy-filled nailshop Paris.Nailshop Paris will air its first episode early April.

*non-Thunder info omitted*

Source: enewsworld/@happygato!

[INFO] 130222 MBLAQ Cheondung “Nail Shop PARIS” Special Drama Tour

Source: greentour.co.jp/event_tour/nailshop

Tour Name: KARA Gyuri & MBLAQ Cheondung “Nail Shop PARIS” Special Drama Tour
Tour Period: Sunday 3 nights 4 – March 24 (Thursday) March 21, 2013
Location: Seoul, South Korea
Event Date and Time: March 22, 2013 (Friday), 23 (Sat)
Venue: Undecided

Source: AbsoluteMBLAQ