KARA members advise challengers on how to lose weight

KARA members revealed their diet secrets.

On the October 9th episode of SBS‘s ‘Good Sunday-Victory‘, KARA appeared to help give advice for those trying to lose weight.

When asked by a challenger on the show about their diet secrets, Seungyeon stated, “We usually eat well, but we don’t gain weight by how much we eat. Instead, it sticks to under our face. If we start to gain weight, we run on the treadmill and jump rope. Since we are dancers and singers, we sing loudly while running on the treadmill.”

Gyuri elaborated with, “The best thing is to exercise as much as you eat.”  When asked how long she exercises, she responded with, “When I do aerobic exercises, I bike for one hour and run for one to two hours, and when I want to develop my muscular strength, I exercise even more.”

The innately skinny Goo Hara said, “I don’t do aerobic exercises, I only do muscular exercises.”

Nicole, the member who been on the most diets out of the group, revealed, “I currently do Pilates.”

Source: TV Report via Nate

Goo Hara says it’s hard for her to gain weight

A new series on SBS titled ‘Star Survival Victory‘ will air its first episode on the 9th. On the program, contestants challenge themselves to perfectly emulate the dances of their favorite idol stars, while getting a good work out at the same time.

The contestants will be learning the dance choreography of artists like Super Junior, SNSD, 2PM,KARA, and others. They all enjoy themselves while dancing, as the songs are ones they frequently enjoy listening to in their free time.

The ladies of KARA made a surprise visit during one of the “MISTER” dance practices to personally coach the contestants and help them learn the ‘hip dance’ move.

Not only did they become personal dance instructors, the girls also shared their unique diet know-hows.

Member Nicole who is known to hold down the strictest diet revealed that her secret to a lean body is Pilates, and demonstrated some key physical fitness moves.

And when Goo Hara was asked about her small waist size, she was not offended in the least. She casually laughed and agreed to have her waist measured on the spot. Her waistline measured an impressive 21 inches, making the contestants envious.

She further bragged, “No matter what or how much I eat, I don’t gain weight.”

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Record companies to fight for KARA in Japan

KARA‘s contract with their Japanese music label will officially end soon.

The girls have experienced some explosive popularity in Japan, and according to a entertainment insider, KARA’s contract with Universal Music Japan only requires them to release one additional album.

Other rival labels who have gotten wind of the news are swiftly trying to seal a new contract with the girls.

Hallyu management officials stated in detail, “Taking into consideration their fame in Japan along with their album sales to date, it would be easy for them to sign a contract for at least $8.5 million over three years“.

KARA is currently promoting in Japan under ‘Universal Music Japan’ but their contract with the music label will end early next year. Universal pitched an idea to KARA’s agency DSP Entertainment, requesting to lengthen the contract for another year or two, and they’re currently in negotiations.

The details of their new contract have not been revealed, but those in both the Korean & Japanese Entertainment industry are fully aware that because KARA is the hottest Hallyu idol in Japan right now, their demands will most likely be high & specific. Still, rival labels are making their best effort to offer KARA a better deal. They know the value of KARA in the Japanese entertainment market. Insiders believe that with their current status in Japan and the number of albums sold, they would require to be paid at least  $2.5 million per year. ”As a whole, their annual sales from Japanese promotions alone probably equal close to $42 million… A cool $2.5 million annually should be easy.”

But not only are the girls the hottest girl group in Japan, they hold the records for most albums sold by a Korean artist. Their singles “Jetcoaster Love” as well as “Go Go Summer” both sold over 200,000 copies, and their “Mister” ringtone were downloaded by 750,000 consumers back in March. Thus, the girls were given the label ‘Triple Platinum’ by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.

The girls are constantly being asked to be featured on programs and guest-star on others, but they cannot accept all of the offers because they simply do not have enough time for all of them. KARA promoted their new track for three short weeks in Korea, but proved that was enough time for them to seize the #1 spot on several music charts. KARA’s last performance was on SBS Live Inkigayo ‘Go-green Concert with UN CCD‘. They performed more ambitiously during this performance than any other, perfectly nailing their hip dance for their title track, “STEP“.

KARA’s “STEP” was an all-kill, topping the charts of Mnet’s M! Countdown as well as others. In the first two weeks of their comeback, their song was #1 on five different music programs.

The girls have wrapped up their three-week promotions in Korea and are preparing for their next Japanese single. Their teaser for “Winter Magic” has already been released in Japan.

Source & Image : Newsen via Nate

KARA to guest in 100th episode special of ‘Dream Team 2′

It’s just been revealed that KARA will be guesting in the 100th episode special of KBS‘s ‘Dream Team 2‘!

On October 7th, representatives of KBS revealed that KARA filmed for the show on the first day of their Korean comeback.

Producers shared that the girls chose five out of the 15 male members to play various couple games together. The five lucky members were chosen through a grueling six-level obstacle course, with the winners of the first and second round given the ‘prize’ to team up with KARA.

This milestone episode will air on October 9th, so stay tuned for updates!

Source + Photos: Star News via Naver

Wish KARA’s Nicole a Happy Birthday

KARA‘s Nicole whose birthday is October 7th, 1991 has just turned 20 (21 in Korea)!

The girls were a bit quiet this year on twitter but last year they were quite celebratory on her birthday.

Leader Park Gyuri tweeted, “You guys know it’s Nicole’s birthday today, right? Let’s wish her a happy birthday!”

Goo Hara also wrote, “It’s the lovely cutie Nicole’s birthday~ everyone please wish her a happy birthday ^.^! Happy Birthday~ Nicole~!”

Happy Birthday to Nicole!

KARA to launch their first official online fanclub since debut

2011 has been a roller-coaster ride for both KARA and their fans due to the threat of disbandment that haunted the girls earlier this year. Yet they’ve emerged from this threat with stronger bonds to each other and with their fans, and so to celebrate a successful turnaround, the group will be opening their first online fanclub since their debut in 2007.

KARA’s comeback album ‘Step‘ has been sweeping charts from the get-go, and KARA expressed thanks to their fans for helping them achieve great success. “Even though our domestic album promotions are short-lived, we are grateful for all the love, support, and attention we’re getting from our fans. We want to use this online fanclub as an opportunity to get closer with all of them.”

KARA’s online fanclub will open registration between late October and early November. Those who enroll will receive official fanclub cards as well as special perks, such as designated member lines at concerts, fanmeetings, and broadcasting recordings.

Stay tuned for more info on KARA’s online fanclub!

Source & Photo: Sports Seoul via Naver

KARA’s Gyuri cries as she wraps up her final episode of ‘Shimshimtapa’

On October 3rd, KARA‘s Gyuri officially wrapped up her DJ-ing activities on MBC FM‘s ‘Shimshimtapa‘.

Her overseas schedules with KARA led to a lot of absences, leading Gyuri to personally make the decision to depart from the show. Although it was her decision, she couldn’t hold back her tears as she wrapped up her final episode after a year and five months.

Gyuri stated, “Being a DJ is a precious position that I could never replace with anything else in my life. On my final day, all of our PDs, writers, and fixed guests all came together, which I heard was something that rarely happens. Thank you so much for always being there for me.”

She continued, “This radio show means more to me than just work. I think every morning, I’ll feel empty and out of place when I’m not in the radio booth like I’m meant to be. It will be hard to escape that feeling. If I receive another such opportunity, I’d love to return as a DJ. My dream is to work as a DJ for a long, long time, for over 20 years, and hopefully one day receive the Golden Mouth award.”

Gyuri will be starting her ‘200 Pound Beauty‘ musical in Osaka, Japan from October 8th.