My SuperStar
Proud of them 동방신기, Dong Bang Shin Ki, TVXQ, TVFXQ
Name: 동방신기 Dong Bang Shin Ki
Other Forms of Name: DBSK and DBSG (Used in Korea), Tohoshinki (Used in Japan), TVXQ and TVfXQ (Used in China and Internationally)
Name in Hanja: 東方神起
Pronunciation: Doong-bong-shin-ki
Debut: TVXQ debuted on December 26th, 2003 at Britney Spears and BoA’s showcase concert. They performed ‘Holy Night’, and their debut song
Members:
영웅재중 Young Woong JaeJoong
유노윤호 U-Know Yunho
믹키유천 Micky Yoochun
시아준수 Xiah Junsu
최강창민 ChoiKang Changmin
영웅재중 Young Woong JaeJoong
유노윤호 U-Know Yunho
믹키유천 Micky Yoochun
시아준수 Xiah Junsu
최강창민 ChoiKang Changmin
Official Korean Fanclub: Cassiopeia
Official Japanese Fanclub: Big East
Official Japanese Fanclub: Big East
Official Balloon Color: Pearl Red
Official Korean Websites: TVXQ Official Website
Official Foreign Websites: THSK Official Japanese Website
Official Foreign Websites: THSK Official Japanese Website
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FAQ: What is Cassiopeia?
A: Cassiopeia is the official Korean, Chinese, Thailand, Malaysian and Global fan club for TVXQ. It is a constellation of five stars that form a “W” on the night sky. Coincidentally, the word “TVfXQ” also forms a “W” when traced on a computer keyboard. Cassiopeia is regarded as “The Queen”. During TVXQ’s Korean comeback for their fourth studio album, their comeback was called, “The Return of the King”.
A: Cassiopeia is the official Korean, Chinese, Thailand, Malaysian and Global fan club for TVXQ. It is a constellation of five stars that form a “W” on the night sky. Coincidentally, the word “TVfXQ” also forms a “W” when traced on a computer keyboard. Cassiopeia is regarded as “The Queen”. During TVXQ’s Korean comeback for their fourth studio album, their comeback was called, “The Return of the King”.
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Name: Kim Jaejoong (김재중) (My Joongie My darling 555+)
Stage Name: Hero Vocal Position: Lead
Group Position: Mother
Birthday: January 26th, 1986 (Real Birthday is February 4, 1986, confirmed by his mother)
Height: 180cm
Weight: 63kg
Blood Type: O
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, Younger Sister & Younger Brother
Adoptive Family: Mom, Dad, & 8 Sisters
Hobbies: Cooking, Weight Training, and Composing
Religion: Christian
Education: Graduated from high school, but no information as to university.
Close Friends: Kim Hyun Joong (SS501), BoA, TOP (Big Bang)
Favorite Number: 2, 7, and 333333333333… (infinite)
Favorite Food: —
Favorite Singers/Celebs: KangTa, Yoo Young Jin, Fany, WheeSung, Yumi, Yolanda Adams, HOT
Favorite Sport: Badminton
Favorite Colors: Black and red
Dog: Vick
Stage Name: Hero Vocal Position: Lead
Group Position: Mother
Birthday: January 26th, 1986 (Real Birthday is February 4, 1986, confirmed by his mother)
Height: 180cm
Weight: 63kg
Blood Type: O
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, Younger Sister & Younger Brother
Adoptive Family: Mom, Dad, & 8 Sisters
Hobbies: Cooking, Weight Training, and Composing
Religion: Christian
Education: Graduated from high school, but no information as to university.
Close Friends: Kim Hyun Joong (SS501), BoA, TOP (Big Bang)
Favorite Number: 2, 7, and 333333333333… (infinite)
Favorite Food: —
Favorite Singers/Celebs: KangTa, Yoo Young Jin, Fany, WheeSung, Yumi, Yolanda Adams, HOT
Favorite Sport: Badminton
Favorite Colors: Black and red
Dog: Vick
- Sang “Greeting” (인사) which was featured on the A Millionaire’s First Love soundtrack.
- Collaborated with The Grace for “Just for One Day”, which was featured in The Grace’s first Japanese full-length studio album, Graceful 4.
- Composed “Kissしたまま、さよなら” with Yuchun.
- Sang Japanese solo “MAZE”, which was featured in the “Keyword / Maze” single, the fifth and last installment of the group’s “TRICK” series.
- Sang Korean solo “잊혀진계절 (Forgotten Season)”, a remake of the original song by Lee Yong, which was a famous hit in the 1980s. His solo is included in TVXQ’s 4th album MIROTIC (Track 11).
- Wrote the lyrics for the his rapping refrain in “Wrong Number”.
- Acting as the leading role in the teledrama “Heaven’s Postman”.
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to “사랑아 울지마 (Do Not Cry My Lover)
- Wrote and composed 忘れないで (Don’t Forget)
- Arranged and composed 9095
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Name: Jung Yunho (정윤호) พ่อหมี 555+
Stage Name: U-Know
Vocal Position: Bass
Group Position: Leader
Birthday: February 6th, 1986
Height: 184cm (~6’1 ft)
Weight: 66kg
Blood Type: A
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, & One Younger Sister
Hobbies: Dancing & Writing
Religion: Christian
Education: Myongji University
Close Friends: Sugar & Heechul (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 5
Favorite Food: Pork rib soup (Korea), Fried beef shredded soup (Japan), anything with soup.
Favorite Singers/Celebs: Jung Ji Hyun, Eugene (SES), HOT
Favorite Sport: Taekwondo
Favorite Colors: Green
Dog: Typhoon/Taephoong
Stage Name: U-Know
Vocal Position: Bass
Group Position: Leader
Birthday: February 6th, 1986
Height: 184cm (~6’1 ft)
Weight: 66kg
Blood Type: A
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, & One Younger Sister
Hobbies: Dancing & Writing
Religion: Christian
Education: Myongji University
Close Friends: Sugar & Heechul (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 5
Favorite Food: Pork rib soup (Korea), Fried beef shredded soup (Japan), anything with soup.
Favorite Singers/Celebs: Jung Ji Hyun, Eugene (SES), HOT
Favorite Sport: Taekwondo
Favorite Colors: Green
Dog: Typhoon/Taephoong
- Before debuting under TVXQ, he was a backup dancer for Dana’s 2002 single, “Diamond”. He was also featured in the music video.
- Composed, arranged, and sang “Spokesman” with Donghae of Super Junior, which was performed in the 2nd Live Asia tour concert – ‘O’.
- Featured in new Non-stop 4 & 6
- Sang Japanese solo “Crazy Life”, which was featured in the “Close to you / Crazy Life” single, the fourth installment of the group’s “TRICK” series.
- Wrote the rap lyrics for “Wrong Number”, one of the tracks in their fourth korean album “MIROTIC” with Hero.
- Wrote the rap lyrics for “Love after Love”, one of the tracks in their second korean album “Rising Sun” together with Micky and Xiah.
- Wrote the rap lyrics for “Love Bye Love”, one of the tracks in their fourth korean abum “MIROTIC” with Xiah.
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to “CHEKMATE”
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Name: Park Yoochun (박유천)
Stage Name: Micky
Vocal Position: Mid-Low
Group Position: Mediator
Birthday: June 4th, 1986
Height: 180cm
Weight: 64kg
Blood Type: O
Family: Mom, Dad, & Younger Brother
Hobbies: Composing & Piano
Religion: Christian
Education: Kyunghee University
Close Friends: Kim Hyun Joong (SS501)
Favorite Number: —
Favorite Food: Jaejoong’s Kimchi Jjigae
Favorite Singers/Celebs: HOT, Brian McKnight
Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite Colors: —
Dog: Harang
Stage Name: Micky
Vocal Position: Mid-Low
Group Position: Mediator
Birthday: June 4th, 1986
Height: 180cm
Weight: 64kg
Blood Type: O
Family: Mom, Dad, & Younger Brother
Hobbies: Composing & Piano
Religion: Christian
Education: Kyunghee University
Close Friends: Kim Hyun Joong (SS501)
Favorite Number: —
Favorite Food: Jaejoong’s Kimchi Jjigae
Favorite Singers/Celebs: HOT, Brian McKnight
Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite Colors: —
Dog: Harang
- Wrote “Space” 공간 (하늘과 바다사이, Whisper Of..), a narration for the third Korean single “Hi Ya Ya 여름날”
- Composed his solo “Fox Rain” (여우비)
- Wrote the lyrics for “Holding Back The Tears/그리고…”, which was featured on the Vacation OST original soundtrack
- Wrote the lyrics of and composed the Japanese solo song “My Girlfriend”, which was featured in the “Runaway / My Girlfriend” single, the second installment of the group’s “TRICK” series
- Appeared in Magolpi’s debut music video “Flight Girl” (비행소녀)
- Was featured singer in DJ Makai’s song, “Tokyo Lovelight”
- Composed “Kissしたまま、さよなら” with Jaejoong
- Composed “Evergreen” for Winter Album 2007 of SM Town.
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to Kiss The Baby Sky, the theme song for “Zoom In”, a Japanese program
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to “사랑 안녕 사랑 (Love Bye Love)”
- Rearranged “Rainy Night” for Junsu
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Name: Kim Junsu (김준수)
Stage Name: Xiah
Vocal Position: Mid-High
Group Position: Moodmaker
Birthday: December 15th, 1986 (Registered on January 1, 1987 )
Height: 178cm
Weight: 60kg
Blood Type: B
Family: Mom, Dad, & Twin Brother
Hobbies: Soccer & Gaming
Religion: Christian
Education: Myongji University
Close Friends: Junho (Twin) & Eunhyuk (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 2
Favorite Food: Sausage, Chicken, Almost Everything
Favorite Singers/Celebs: HOT, Kangta, N’SYNC
Favorite Sport: Soccer
Favorite Colors: Blue and purple
Dog: Xiahki/Shaki/Shiaki
Stage Name: Xiah
Vocal Position: Mid-High
Group Position: Moodmaker
Birthday: December 15th, 1986 (Registered on January 1, 1987 )
Height: 178cm
Weight: 60kg
Blood Type: B
Family: Mom, Dad, & Twin Brother
Hobbies: Soccer & Gaming
Religion: Christian
Education: Myongji University
Close Friends: Junho (Twin) & Eunhyuk (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 2
Favorite Food: Sausage, Chicken, Almost Everything
Favorite Singers/Celebs: HOT, Kangta, N’SYNC
Favorite Sport: Soccer
Favorite Colors: Blue and purple
Dog: Xiahki/Shaki/Shiaki
- Has a solo “Beautiful Thing” featured on the Vacation original soundtrack.
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to “White Lies”
- Composed, wrote, and sang “My Page”, which was performed in the 2nd Live Asia Tour Concert – ‘O’.
- Performed and toured around Korea as member of the promotional group Anyband with BoA, Tablo of Epik High, and Jin Bora. The project band was formed by Samsung’s Anycall, and had several singles: “TPL (Talk, Play, Love),” “Promise U”, “Daydream”
- Had a duet with Zhang Liyin, “Timeless”. He was also featured in the second part of the two-part “Timeless” music videos
- Composed the Japanese solo “Rainy Night”, which was featured in the “If…!? / Rainy Night” single, the third installment of the group’s “TRICK” series
- Wrote the lyrics for the song “노을..바라보다 (Picture of You)” from the fourth Korean album, ‘MIROTIC’
- Composed and wrote the lyrics to “XIAHTIC”
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Name: Shim Changmin (심창민)
Stage Name: Max
Vocal Position: High
Group Position: The Scary Maknae
Birthday: February 18th, 1988
Height: 186cm (~6’1 ft)
Weight: 61kg
Blood Type: B
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, & Two Younger Sisters
Hobbies: Gaming & Eating
Religion: Buddhism
Education: Kyunghee University
Close Friends: Mainly High School Friends, Eeteuk (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 7
Favorite Food: Almost everything
Favorite Singers/Celebs: Brian Mcknight, Shin Hyesung, Kangta, Yolanda Adams, Han Ga In, HOT
Favorite Sport: Baseball or Basketball
Favorite Colors: White
Dog: Mangdung
Stage Name: Max
Vocal Position: High
Group Position: The Scary Maknae
Birthday: February 18th, 1988
Height: 186cm (~6’1 ft)
Weight: 61kg
Blood Type: B
Birth Family: Mom, Dad, & Two Younger Sisters
Hobbies: Gaming & Eating
Religion: Buddhism
Education: Kyunghee University
Close Friends: Mainly High School Friends, Eeteuk (Super Junior)
Favorite Number: 7
Favorite Food: Almost everything
Favorite Singers/Celebs: Brian Mcknight, Shin Hyesung, Kangta, Yolanda Adams, Han Ga In, HOT
Favorite Sport: Baseball or Basketball
Favorite Colors: White
Dog: Mangdung
- Wrote the lyrics for “Evergreen” in SM Town 2007 album.
- Sang Japanese solo “Wild Soul”, which was featured in the “Two hearts / WILD SOUL” single, the first installment of the group’s “TRICK” series.
- Wrote the Korean lyrics for “Love in the Ice”.
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FAQ: How come TVXQ has so many names?
A: They have different names in different countries. In South Korea, they are calledDong Bang Shin Gi (DBSG) or Dong Bang Shin Ki (DBSK) (as “K” usually sounds like “G” in Korean). In Japan, they are known as Tohoshinki abbreviated as THSK. While in Chinese countries, they are known as Tong Vfang Xien Qi abbreviated as TVfXQ. They are known as TVXQ internationally. The English translation of their name isRising Gods of the East.
A: They have different names in different countries. In South Korea, they are calledDong Bang Shin Gi (DBSG) or Dong Bang Shin Ki (DBSK) (as “K” usually sounds like “G” in Korean). In Japan, they are known as Tohoshinki abbreviated as THSK. While in Chinese countries, they are known as Tong Vfang Xien Qi abbreviated as TVfXQ. They are known as TVXQ internationally. The English translation of their name isRising Gods of the East.
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They dreamt. They fought. They believed in their dreams and in themselves. Before they met, they were five dreaming boys. When they are together, they are one. Their name: 동방신기, Rising Gods of the East.
The five-member South Korean group has demonstrated that they have amazing talent on and off stage with beautiful voices, powerful dances, an amazing image, sweet harmonization, and great personalities, 동방신기 has put itself in the top of the music industry since the beginning.
Releasing four albums in South Korea – since 2004 to 2008 -, they have changed the way of music in their homeland, beating every chart and winning every award. Moreover, they have gained huge popularity, with their official Korean fan club, “Cassiopeia”, becoming the biggest fanclub in the world.
But, as with every artist, 동방신기 wanted to try breaking into another big market: Japan. The beginning was hard and painful, but they fought and worked hard. In the end, what they achieved was the title of “the first foreign artist” (in Japan) to experience such success. Their long and difficult Japanese career has taken them through the release of three albums and have three sold out live tours.
Their numerous accomplishments in South Korea, Japan and other countries in Asia bestowed upon them the title of “the best group of Asia”. This heavy claim drew many eyes from all over the world towards 동방신기. However, fans did not fall under the 동방신기 Fever because of their achievements. No… Rather, it was something with more meaning. It was the hard work, the sweat, the love, the teamwork, the sheer inspiration that DBSK shed – all these things and more, have made millions fall in love again and love with this absolutely amazing acapella idol group.
Awards of TVXQ
2004
- SBS Gayo Awards (March 28): Popular Song First Debut (Hug)
- Mnet KM Music Festival (December): Best Music Video Award for New Group
- KBS Popular Music Award: Best New Artist
- MBC Top 10 Music Festival: Best New Artist
- Go News Netizen YunAae Daesang: Best Group Award
- Go News Netizen YunAae Daesang: Music Video Award
- Go News Netizen YunAae Daesang: CF Model Award
- Go News Netizen YunAae Daesang: Asia Star Award
2005
- Mnet KM Music Video Festival: Best Music Video (Rising Sun)
- Mnet KM Music Video Festival: People’s Choice Award
- Mnet KM Music Video Festival: Artist of the Year
2006
- Korean Chinese Custom Ceremony: China-Ten Most Popular Music Group
- Korean Chinese Custom Ceremony: China-Ten Most Popular Song
- Korean Chinese Custom Ceremony: China-Most Popular Advertisement Model
- Korean Chinese Custom Ceremony: China-Ideal Man Category
- Channel[V] Thailand Music Video Awards: Best Music Video (Rising Sun)
- Channel[V] Thailand Music Video Awards: Best Asian Artist
- Virgin Hitz Awards (October 28): Popular Vote Asia Artist
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 25): Best Group
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 25): Artist of the Year
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 25): Mnet.com
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 25): Mnet Plus Mobile People’s Choice Award
- MTV 16th Music Seoul Festival (December 1): Daesang
- MTV 16th Music Seoul Festival (December 1): Bonsang
- MTV 16th Music Seoul Festival (December 1): Mobile Popular Vote
- 21st Golden Disk Awards (December 14): Daesang
- 21st Golden Disk Awards (December 14): Bonsang
- SBS Gayo Awards (December 29): Daesang
- SBS Gayo Awards (December 29): Bonsang
2008
- SEED Awards, Thailand (January 31): Best Asian Singer Award
- MTV Video Music Awards Japan (May 26): Best Buzz Asia in Korea
- 14th Annual Korea Entertainment Masterpiece Award Ceremony (October 6): International Popularity Award
- Best Hits 2007 Japan (November 26): Gold Artist Award
- MTV Video Music Awards Japan: Best Collaboration Video Award (LAST ANGEL by Koda Kumi feat. TVXQ)
- Asia Song Festival 2008 (October 4): Asia’s Top Singer Award
- 15th Korea Entertainment Awards (November 13) : Most Popular Artist Award
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 15): Daesang: Album Of The Year (The 4th Album “MIROTIC”)
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 15): Auction Best Style Award
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 15): Mobile Popularity Award
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 15): Auction Netizen’s Choice Award
- Mnet KM Music Festival (November 15): Overseas Viewer Award
- Golden Disk Awards (December 10): Disk Daesang (Artist of The Year)
- Golden Disk Awards (December 10): Disk Bonsang
- Golden Disk Awards (December 10): Disk Yepp Popularity Award
- 16th Annual Korean Entertainment Awards (December 12): New Generation Daesang
- Music Bank (Year-End Special) – MVP Award
- Melon Awards : Best Artist and Music Video of The Year
2009
- 18th Seoul Music Awards (February 12): Mobile Popularity Award
- 18th Seoul Music Awards (February 12): Bonsang
- MAMA (Mnet Asian Music Awards, November 21): Best Representative for Asia Award
- The 51st Japan Record Awards: Excellent Work Award
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Addresses
Misarang Imsil Cheese Pizza
Address: 205 Ire21twobuilding 741-3 Janghang-dong Ilsadonggu Goyang-city Kyunggi-do S, Korea
Tel Number: 031-924-7681
Address: 205 Ire21twobuilding 741-3 Janghang-dong Ilsadonggu Goyang-city Kyunggi-do S, Korea
Tel Number: 031-924-7681
Hanilkwan <– this is Chun’s grandparent’s restaurant.
Address: 119-1, Cheongjin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, S,Korea
Tel Number: (02) 732-3735
Open: 10:30-21:00
Holidays: Lunar New Year’s Day / Korean Thanksgiving Day /1st Sat of Jun
Directions: Jonggak Stn. (Line 1, Exit 1) 100m away
Main Service: Traditional Korean food such as galbi, bulgogi,naengmyeon and galbitang
Address: 119-1, Cheongjin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, S,Korea
Tel Number: (02) 732-3735
Open: 10:30-21:00
Holidays: Lunar New Year’s Day / Korean Thanksgiving Day /1st Sat of Jun
Directions: Jonggak Stn. (Line 1, Exit 1) 100m away
Main Service: Traditional Korean food such as galbi, bulgogi,naengmyeon and galbitang
S.M. Entertainment
KOSDAQ: 041510
Address: 521,Hanyang Apt., Apgujeong 2-Dong, Kangnam-gu, Seoul
Tel Number: 02-6240-9800
President: Kim,Yeong Min
Shareholders: Lee Sooman (26.7), AVEX Group Holdings (16.9)
KOSDAQ: 041510
Address: 521,Hanyang Apt., Apgujeong 2-Dong, Kangnam-gu, Seoul
Tel Number: 02-6240-9800
President: Kim,Yeong Min
Shareholders: Lee Sooman (26.7), AVEX Group Holdings (16.9)
Rhythm Zone (AVEX Group)
Address: Aoyama, Tokyo, Japan
President: Masato Matsuura (CEO), Ryuhei Chiba (Co-CEO)
Address: Aoyama, Tokyo, Japan
President: Masato Matsuura (CEO), Ryuhei Chiba (Co-CEO)
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CREDITS: Special Thanks to rainhero18, Forbbiyo, Ringy, tvxqslave, lizch, ang3lsoul, gelliegellie, tvxqslave, arr80, Forbbiyo, zhuuzhuusoba from soompi for the info ~^ ^