"We Got Married" photos revealed of Nichkhun and Victoria

Major Korean broadcasting company MBC has unveiled a teaser photograph of Nichkhun and Victoria from an upcoming episode of reality TV show "We Got Married."

The picture showed Nichkhun and Victoria smiling and cooking in the kitchen of their new home.

In last week's episode, Nichkhun and Victoria celebrated their 100 days as a married couple by moving into their new house.

Known as 'Khuntoria' among fans, 2PM member Nichkhun and f(x)'s Victoria play a make-believed married couple on the second season of "We Got Married." They are joined by other couples Brown Eyed Girls' Ga-in and 2AM's Jo Kwon and CNBLUE's Jung Yonghwa and Girls' Generation's Seohyun.

Nichkhun, whose full name is Nichkun Buck Horvejkul, is a Thai-American singer who was discovered and trained by JYP Entertainment. As one of the members of 2PM, they are preparing to make their official debut into the Japanese music market.

Victoria, a Chinese-born singer is the leader of the five-member girl group f(x). The group made their debut with the single album "LA chA TA" in September 2009 and recently signed exclusive contracts with Japanese talenthouse Avex to expand their singing career into Japan.




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2PM's first DVD tops Japan's Oricon chart

K-pop idol 2PM’s first DVD has topped Japan's prestigious Oricon DVD chart.

The group's DVD titled "Hottest~2PM 1st Music Video Collection & The History~,” which came in second on the chart on day of its release yesterday, climbed up a spot to rank No. 1 on the daily Oricon DVD chart as of today.

"It's unbelievable that we actually came in first place on the Oricon chart. We are extremely happy and thankful," the members of 2PM were quoted as saying, adding that they will work harder in the future.

"Hottest~2PM 1st Music Video Collection & The History~” features a collection of music videos of their hit songs and never-before-seen footage of the group.

Meanwhile, the boy's agency JYP Entertainment began several promotional events for the release of the DVD in Tokyo earlier this week. They have collaborated with a local cafe to open a 2PM cafe and are currently holding a preview showcase for the DVD.

Composed of members Nichkhun, Wooyoung, Junho, Chansung, Junsu and Taecyeon, 2PM is one of the popular boy bands in the country since their debut in 2008, producing hit songs such as "Tired of Waiting," "Without U," "Again & Again" and "10 Out of 10."

The group is currently busy preparing for their first showcase in Japan titled "2PM 1ST CONTACT IN JAPAN" to be held at The Kokugikan, a venue famous for holding sumo and martial arts tournaments, on December 8, also the release date of their album "1:59PM."



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2PM's DVD comes in at No. 2 on Oricon chart

K-pop idols 2PM have claimed the No. 2 spot on Japan's prestigious Oricon DVD chart with their latest DVD release.

The boys' first DVD titled "Hottest~2PM 1st Music Video Collection & The History~,” which was released today, came in second place on the daily Oricon DVD chart as of Monday.

"We are happy to hear such great news about 2PM and we want to thank the fans for already supporting the group," an official from JYP Entertainment (JYPE) was quoted as saying, adding that the boys will prepare the best for their upcoming showcase.

Meanwhile, their agency JYPE has arranged several events to promote the DVD in the country including opening a 2PM Cafe, where fans can listen to their songs, and a preview showcase at OPUS of the Sony Building to see their music videos and never-before-seen clips of the boys.

2PM had already taken over the top five spots on Japan's popular mobile music chart Recochuku last week with hit songs "Without U," "Heartbeat," "Again & Again," "My Life 4 U" and "10 Out of 10."

2PM, composed of members Nichkhun, Wooyoung, Junho, Chansung, Junsu and Taecyeon, will hold their first official showcase titled "2PM 1ST CONTACT IN JAPAN" on December 8 at The Kokugikan, a venue for holding sumo and martial arts tournaments.

They will also release their album "1:59PM" on the same date




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Nichkhun attended top private school in New Zealand

K-pop star Nichkhun caused a stir on the Internet on Wednesday, after a video of his former high school in New Zealand, also attended by British royal Prince Edward the Earl of Wessex, was revealed.

A video of the prestigious Wanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand was posted on an online community website, after the idol mentioned in a recent interview that he had attended the institute.

Wanganui Collegiate School was founded by the Governor of New Zealand, Sir George Grey in 1852. It was originally an all-boys school and became co-educational in 1999.

Some of the notable alumni that attended Wanganui includes Robin Cooke the Baron Cooke of Thorndon, Fijian statesmen Sir Lala Sukuna and famed geologist Patrick Marshall.

Fans who have seen the images of Wanganui responded, "Wow, Nichkhun is truly high class" and "The exterior and backdrop of the school matches Nichkhun."

Nichkhun, whose full name is Nichkun Buck Horvejkul, is a Thai-American singer who was discovered and trained by JYP Entertainment. He made his debut as one of the singers and rappers for six-member boy band 2PM.

The group recently wrapped up promotions for "I'll Be Back" from their mini-album "Still 2:00PM” which topped various online and offline music charts since its release on October 11.


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2PM says Taecyeon acts most different around girls

Members of popular boy band 2PM have revealed that Taecyeon acts the most different when he is around girls.

During their guest appearance on KBS2's variety show "Happy Together Season 3" on Thursday night which is hosted by comedians Yu Jae-seok and Park Myeong-su, the members said that Taecyeon acts the most different in front of the opposite sex.

"He becomes more cheerful in front of girls. There was this one time when girl group f(x) walked by and he emphasized the end of his sentance by raising the intonation to when he said 'Good job.'"

Taecyeon embarrassingly admitted that he was just imitating one of f(x)'s songs but Wooyoung added, "When Taecyeon is in front of girls, his reactions become bigger and so do his pupils."

Meanwhile, Junho pointed out that Junsu is the same as well with Chansung explaining how Junsu uses his country dialect all the time but when he is in front of women, he tries to act smooth and changes the tone of his voice.

Six-member band 2PM who made their debut in 2008 is known for their powerful dance moves and numerous hit songs including "10 Out of 10," "Tired of Waiting," "Heartbeat" and "Again & Again."

They made a successful return to the local music scene with their mini-album "Still 2:00PM" and have been promoting title track "I'll Be Back," which has swept various online music charts and televised music shows since its release on October 11.


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2PM Taecyeon cast in new KBS musical drama

K-pop idol Taecyeon will be showing off his acting skills once again, this time as one of the male leads in KBS' musical TV series "Dream High," a much-anticipated collaboration between Korea's top entertainment firms JYP Entertainment (JYPE) and KEYEAST.

JYPE announced in a press release Tuesday that Taecyeon has been cast as Jin-kook in the upcoming show, a skilled dancer that has been kicked out of a school for performing arts but transferred back by request from the chairman of the school.

"I am really excited and have high expectations for this new production. I have greater anticipation for this drama since it deals with music and I get to work with a lot of great people," Taecyeon was quoted as saying.

Just yesterday, the show's promoter revealed that Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun has been cast as another one of the male leads, taking on the role of Song Sam-dong. Other cast members have not been confirmed yet.

"Dream High," also produced jointly with cable unit CJ Media, is about the dreams of students who attend a performing arts school with the storyline set to be relayed through song and dance.

Bae Yong-joon, KEYEAST's major shareholder, and Park Jin-young, founder and CEO of JYPE, will help in the production and musical arrangements for the show.

The musical drama, a 16-episode mini-series, is set to show on Mondays and Tuesday starting January 3 next year.

Making his debut in the six-member boy band 2PM, Taecyeon made his acting debut with a role in hit KBS2 TV series "Sister of Cinderella" alongside Moon Geun-young in June this year.

He is currently promoting the title track "I'll Be Back" from their latest mini-album "Still 2:00PM" with his fellow bandmates.


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Teaser photos of Nichkhun, Victoria revealed from TV show

Korean broadcasting company MBC has unveiled a teaser photo of Nichkhun and Victoria from an upcoming episode of reality TV show "We Got Married."

The photograph showed four separate pictures of the two singers smiling and making funny faces taken at a beach in Incheon.

Known as "Khuntoria" among fans, 2PM member Nichkhun and f(x)'s Victoria became a make-believe married couple on season two of "We Got Married" starting June 26, joining couples, Brown Eyed girls' Ga-in and 2AM's Jo Kwon and CNBLUE's Jung Yonghwa and Girls' Generation's Seohyun.

Nichkhun, whose full name is Nichkun Buck Horvejkul, is a Thai-American singer who was discovered and trained by JYP Entertainment. He made his debut as one of the rappers for six-member boy band 2PM.

Victoria, a Chinese-born singer is the leader of the five-member girl group f(x). The group made their debut with the single album "LA chA TA" in September 2009.


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[PHOTO] 2PM wins top prize on Mnet "M! CountDown"

Taecyeon holds up a trophy after his group wins the top prize on music channel Mnet's weekly show "M! CountDown" held at the CJ E&M Center in Seoul, South Korea on October 28, 2010.

2AM member Jo Kwon and 2PM member Taecyeon dance together during 2PM's finale performance.


Members of boy bands 2PM and 2AM perform together during 2PM's finale performance on music channel Mnet's weekly show "M! CountDown" held at the CJ E&M Center in Seoul, South Korea on October 28, 2010.


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2PM unveils teaser video and title of upcoming album

Six-member boy band 2PM unveiled a teaser video and the title of their upcoming album today, according to their agency JYP Entertainment (JYPE).


A video of the boys dancing, which revealed the name of their new album "Still 2:00 PM" at the end of the clip, was revealed on the group's official website (www.2pm.jype.com) and YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/2pm).

At the beginning of the month, the group went on a countdown signaling their comeback to the local music with the release of several teaser images.

Known as one of the popular boy bands in Korea, 2PM made their debut in 2008 with their first single album "Hottest Time Of the Day."

They have produced various hit songs including "Heartbeat," "Again & Again" and their recent hit "Don't Stop Can't Stop" and "Without U."

2PM will release their final teaser video on October 9.

Nichkhun reveals his nerdy side

On Wednesday, the 22-year-old singer posted a picture of himself sporting a short lid hairstyle and black horn-rimmed glasses, followed by a comment saying, "Nerd Khun =]."

Fans who have seen the photograph have left responses such as "This picture is just adorable! I Love this look so much!" and "You are the cutest nerd I have ever seen! You are so handsome Khun."

In addition to pursuing a singing career, the Thai-American heartthrob, whose full name is Nichkhun Buck Horvejkul, has appeared in various variety shows in Korea. He currently stars in MBC's "We Got Married" opposite girl group f(x) leader Victoria.

He is one of the many Korean celebrities who regularly updates their fans through the social networking site Twitter. The official Nichkhun Twitter site is (http://twitter.com/Khunnie0624) -da add pun...hihihi


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Mnet "20's Choice" -- needless to explain with words

On the stage that miss A sang "Bad Girl Good Girl" and 4minute "Hot Issue," veteran actor Kim Kap-soo yelled to the audience to call him 'hyung' [a Korean term men use to men who are slightly older than them] and 'oppa' [a Korean term women use to men who are slightly older than them]. And when he stepped down from the stage, world's greatest musicians UV shockingly announced their retirement. This all took place at one site. This was the Mnet's "20's Choice."

"We are not a singing awards ceremony," an Mnet official emphasized to journalists at the press zone but it is true that the event for its fourth year being 'a cultural awards ceremony which represents the sentimentality of people in their 20s,' is still an unfamiliar concept to those of us who are used to categorizing culture and then ranking it. But it is just one of those things which are difficult to understand when trying to conceptualize and explain yet completely understandable seen and felt. It is the same with "20's Choice."

Emcees Heo Dong-hwan and Lee Hwa-jung had barely finished saying "We thank all the people who are here at the 2010 '20's Choice'," when hip-hop duo Supreme Team appeared and pushed them into the pool which was actually the opening act, and designer Ha Sang-beg held a fashion show performance with members of girl groups Secret, miss A and Nine Muses as the models. And there was no awkwardness even when professor and computer security expert Ahn Chul-soo gives his award acceptance speech through the VCR in his composed and calm manner because the audience in their twenties, who might have gone wild over boy band 2AM's performance, also do not hold back in applauding this creative and ethical businessman.

Hence the only disappointment felt after the show's closing remarks by emcees Seo In-young and Jo Kwon was that this 30-year-old reporter could no longer engage in the show. That is when DJ DOC, whose average age of its members are 37.7 years, adorned the grand finale of the show with their hit song "Run to You" with the rest of the 'babies.' With this song which was released ten years ago, 4minute Hyun-ah who is in her teens, 40-year-old Lee Ha-neul and the 30-year-old reporter all became one, jumping up and down while shouting "Bounce me." This, is "20's Choice."

[PHOTO] Mnet "20's Choice"

Actors Chun Jung-myung and Lee Jung-jae receive awards at the 4th annual cable music channel Mnet's "20's Choice" ceremony held at the River Park pool of the Sheraton Grande Walkerhill hotel in Seoul, South Korea on August 26, 2010.

Jay Park, Jang Hyuk set to leave "Secret Garden"

Actors who were cast for upcoming SBS TV series "Secret Garden," including Jang Hyuk and former boy band 2PM leader Jay Park, are said to have withdrawn from the show.

According to multiple sources, actor Jang Hyuk who was set to play the male lead and actress Kim Sa-rang decided to pull out from the drama after Park's casting for the show fell through. All three are managed by major talenthouse SidusHQ.

Although officials had not confirmed Park was cast for "Secret Garden," his agency SidusHQ had said earlier this month that negotiations are "going positively" and they are waiting for a response from the show.

Park was set to play the role of a gifted singer in the fantasy melodrama by producer Shin Woo-cheol and scenarist Kim Eun-sook, the duo famous for creating smash hits "Lovers in Paris" and "On Air."

Officials working with Jang Hyuk have said the actor's withdrawal from the show "has not been set as of yet" but several industry sources have accepted his exit from the show as fact.

Park, whose Korean name is Park Jae-beom, joined SidusHQ this summer when he returned to Korea for the first time in months after splitting from 2PM. He has taken on a solo career in singing and acting since, releasing his debut album and filming Korea-U.S. b-boy pic "Hype Nation."

Jang Hyuk of smash hit TV series "The Slave Hunters" is set to star in the Chinese remake of hit Korean drama "All About Eve," to premiere in China in September.



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Korean Women’s Most Wanted Boyfriends

(T/N: This is a poll for Kpop music fans to vote, the top 20 places were the most wanted celebrity boyfriend.)




1. G-Dragon Bigbang (896)

2. Jang Geun Seok & Lee Min Ho (860 votes)

3. Lee Dong Hae Super Junior (823 votes)

4. Nichkhun 2PM (756 votes)

5. T.O.P Bigbang (718 votes)

6. Choi MinHo SHINee (624 votes)

7. DaeSung Bigbang (543 votes)

8. Lee Hong Ki FT Island (517 votes)

9. Jung Yunho TVXQ (456 votes)

10. Jung YongHwa CN Blue (319 votes)

11. Kim Jaejoong TVXQ (314 votes)

12. Lee Taemin SHINee (298 votes)

13. Kim Hyun Joong SS501 (295 votes)

14. Seungri Bigbang (291 votes)

15. Thunder MBLAQ (288 votes)

16. Kim Heechul Super Junior (285 votes)

17. Taeyang Bigbang (279 votes)

18. Woo Taecyeon 2PM (264 votes)

19. LeeTeuk Super Junior (256 votes)

20. Choi Jung Hoon FT Island (245 votes)

New Trend In K-Pop: Pretty-Beasts?

They're not just pretty boys, yet they're not your typical "beastly", manly men either. So what are they??

There's been a new wave of poster boys in the k-pop industry that have created a new fusion of a category: pretty-beasts (???). Gone are the guys that simply had pretty, delicately-featured faces. Gone are the men that simply boasted their buff arms and abs so defined that they resembled chocolate bars (hence the nickname Koreans use, "chocolate abs"). Demands are rising as now the trend is to have both.



Example number one : BEAST's Lee Ki-kwang

He has that clear milky complexion and moon-shaped eyes when he smiles that's enough to make any young (or old!) woman go weak at the knees. Don't let that baby-face fool you though because as soon as the shirt comes off, it's clear that a big portion of his days are spent at the gym. He's been fast rising not only on the music scene with his group BEAST, but on the small screen as well. He's gained popularity as Kang Sae-ho on "Highkick Through The Roof" and more recently on the new variety programs "Hot Brothers".

Example number two : 2PM's Nickhun

Also frequenting many of the popular variety programs (i.e. "Star King", "We Got Married Season 2"), Nickhun is just as used to hear compliments regarding his baby-face. Having been compared to Baby Mason and actress Moon Geun-young, he has those innocent features and a charming smile that undoubtedly places him in the "pretty-boy" or "flower-boy" category. However, he's also a member of the group 2PM whose whole concept revolves around them being "beastly" men. When watching him on stage moving to the powerful choreography of 2PM songs, many women find it hard to distinguish whether they feel maternal drawings or pure attraction.

Example number three : Lee Seung-gi

When you think of the clean-cut boy-next-door, immediately Lee Seung-gi pops into your head. He's been known as a "triple threat" as a singer, actor, and emcee. He's earned a reputation of being one of those annoying people that are good at everything they do, but yet, you can't hate them for it. He's starred on the popular variety show "1 Night 2 Days", emceed "Strong Heart", and is starring in a new drama "My Girlfriend Is A Gumiho" with one of the hottest Korean women, Shin Mina. He's left many of his fans in shock though when snippets of him showering were aired on "1 Night 2 Days", showing off his hard abs.

Example number four : SS501's Kim Hyun-joong

For months now, the prime example of a pretty-boy in k-pop was Kim Hyun-joong. His big eyes, delicate lips, and high cheek-bones are enough to make any woman envious. He even starred in the most quintessential flower-boy drama: "Boys Over Flowers"! However, watch any of his live performances when he's in SS501 mode, it's clear that he's just as manly as his features may be feminine. In fact, he's taking on a new drama role in "Playful Kiss". He'll play a more masculine character featuring a well-cut body, which is quite appropriate because that's what's portrayed in the comic series that inspired this project.?

Example number five : Wonbin

He's one of the most recognizable faces in Korean dramas and movies. And for good reason. Big eyes, big lips, everything about him is well defined. However, his past few dramas toned his strong, masculine side down some by placing him in younger, weaker, and more vulnerable roles. However, he's changed that all around with his new hit of a film "Mister" where he shows off a lean, muscular frame that is anything but weak and vulnerable. "Mister" is his first action film with his character being a more rebellious bad-boy type. Overall, he's showing more beast than pretty-boy this time around, placing him also in the "pretty-beast" category.
 
 
 
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2PM releases digital single and music video for "Thank You"

Korean idols 2PM have released a digital single and music video for "Thank You,” according to the group's agency JYP Entertainment on Wednesday.

JYPE announced in a press release that the ballad song "Thank You," which was first revealed at 2PM's first solo concert, was revealed on various web-based music sites yesterday.

The song features a piano melody with lyrics thanking fans who have supported the group in the past while the music video contains various compilations of the group's previous performances and each member showing their love for their fans all over the world.

"’Thank You’ is for the fans from the members of 2PM, expressing the words that they couldn't say and showing their love through the song," explained an official from JYPE.

2PM, composed of members Junsu, Junho, Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Wooyoung and Chansung, made their debut in 2008 with their album "Hottest Time of the Day." They are well-known for their hit songs "10 Out of 10," "Heartbeat," "Tired of Waiting" and "Without U."

The group recently gave their first solo concert "Don't Stop Can't Stop" on July 31 and August 1 in Seoul and in Busan the following weekend. They will be giving an encore performance of their live show on September 4 and 5.


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Albums

Hottest Time of the Day

Hottest Time of the Day is the debut extended play by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The EP was released in physical and digital format on August 29, 2008, yielding their lead single, "10 Jeom Manjeome 10 Jeom".

Tracklisting

1. "10 Out of 10" (10점 만점에 10점 "Ship Jeom Manjeome Ship Jeom")
2. "Only You"
3. "Angel"
4. "10 Out of 10" (10점 만점에 10점 "Ship Jeom Manjeome Ship Jeom" (Old School Version))
5. "10 Out of 10" (10점 만점에 10점 "Ship Jeom Manjeome Ship Jeom" (Instrumental))
6. "Only You" (Instrumental)


 
2:00PM Time for Change
 
2:00PM Time for Change is the second extended play by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The album was released in digital and physical format by April 16, 2009.
 
Tracklisting
 
1. "What Time Is It Now?"
2. "Again & Again"
3. "I Hate You" (니가 밉다 Niga Mibda)
4. "Maybe She'll Come Back" (돌아올지도 몰라)
5. "Again & Again" (R&B Mix)
6. "Again & Again" (Instrumental) 7. "I Hate You" (니가 밉다 Niga Mibda, Instrumental)
8. "Maybe She'll Come Back" (돌아올지도 몰라, Instrumental)

 
 
The First Album 1:59PM
 
The First Album 1:59PM is the first studio album by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The album was released in digital and physical format by November 10, 2009. This is the last album in which Park Jaebeom would sing in, for 2PM. 1:59PM symbolises Jaebeom's absence from the group after the Myspace Controversy in September 2009.
 
Tracklisting
 
1. "My Heart"
2. "Heartbeat"
3. "Tired of Waiting" (기다리다 지친다)
4. "I Was Crazy About You" (너에게 미쳤었다)
5. "Gimme the Light"
6. "Back 2U"
7. "All Night Long"
8. "Heartbeat" (Red Light Mix)
9. "10 Out of 10" (10점 만점에 10점 10 Jeom Manjeome 10 Jeom)
10. "Only You" (Acoustic Mix)
11. "Again & Again"
12. "I Hate You" (니가 밉다 Niga Mipda, Lounge Mix)
13. "Maybe She'll Come Back" (돌아올지도 몰라, Bossa Nova Mix)
 
 
 
Don't Stop Can't Stop
 
Don't Stop Can't Stop is the third extended play by South Korean boy band, 2PM. The album was released in digital and physical format by April 19, 2010.
 
Tracklisting
 
1. "Don't Stop Can't Stop"
2. "Without U"
3. "Maja" (마자)
4. "I Will Give You My Life" (목숨을 건다 (Moksumeul Geonda))
5. "Without U" (Explorer Mix)
6. "Space Maja" (Space 마자)

2PM

2PM is a South Korean boy band, originally a seven-member group, but currently consisting of six members due to the sudden contract termination of leader Jaebeom following an Internet controversy in September 2009. They are managed by JYP Entertainment. The current members are Junsu, Junho, Nichkhun, Taecyeon, Wooyoung and Chansung.

2PM is one of the two subgroups branched out from the eleven-member (before Jaebeom's departure) boy band One Day, the other being 2AM. They debuted with the song "10 Jeom Manjeome 10 Jeom" (10점 만점에 10점, lit. 10 Points Out of 10 Points), which showcased their acrobatic dance styles. They achieved their first #1 song with "Again & Again".


Members


Junsu (준수)

• Full Name: Kim Junsu (김준수)
• Date of Birth: January 15, 1988 (1988-01-15) 
• Position: Lead Vocalist

Born in Daegu, South Korea. Prior to singing, Junsu had entered and won various poem- and song-writing contests . He originally auditioned for YG Entertainment, where he befriended G-Dragon and Tae Yang of Big Bang. He was accepted into both YG & JYP Entertainment, but chose to take the path of JYP in his final decision.



 
 
 
 
     
Nichkhun (닉쿤)

• Full Name: Nichkhun Buck Horvejkul (นิชคุณ หรเวชกุล)
• Date of Birth: June 24, 1988 (1988-06-24) 
• Position: Vocalist

An American citizen of Thai and Chinese descent, he was born in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He spent his childhood in Thailand and in California and studied abroad in New Zealand. He returned to the States for high school at Los Osos High and was scouted by a JYP talent agent in Hollywood, California while he was attending the Korean Music Festival in Los Angeles.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Taecyeon (택연)

• Full Name: Ok Taecyeon (옥택연)
• Date of Birth: December 27, 1988 (1988-12-27)
• Position: Main Rapper

Born in Seoul, South Korea. As a young child, Taecyeon (along with his family) emigrated to Bedford, Massachusetts, where his parents and older sister still currently reside.[45] He originally auditioned for JYP Entertainment in New York City to become a model. Taec was also on the same audition show as Junho and Chansung, Superstar Survival, but was the first contestant to leave the show.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Wooyoung (우영)

• Full Name: Jang Wooyoung (장우영)
• Date of Birth: April 30, 1989 (1989-04-30) 
• Position: Main Vocalist

He is from Busan, Korea and was selected as a JYP trainee through MGoon's JYP auditions, of which he won first place against 5,000 other candidates. Before debuting in 2PM, Wooyoung filled in as a dancer partner with Wonder Girls member Kim Yubin when TOP from Big Bang fainted the day before the special performance with the Wonder Girls during the 2007 MBC Music Awards. Wooyoung currently co-hosts SBS's music show Inkigayo (with Taecyeon) as well as KBS's celebrity talk show Win Win.

 
 
 
 
 
Junho (준호)

• Full Name: Lee Junho (이준호)
• Date of Birth: January 25, 1990 (1990-01-25)
• Position: Main Vocalist

He is from Ilsan, Korea and earned a contract with JYP Entertainment after winning the "JYP's Superstar Survival" talent search (which Taecyeon and Chansung were also contestants in) in 2006, placing 1st out of 6,000 competitors.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
Chansung (찬성)

• Full Name: Hwang Chansung (황찬성)
• Date of Birth: February 11, 1990 (1990-02-11)
• Position: Vocalist, Rapper

Chansung acted in the Korean sitcom "Unstoppable High Kick" prior to his debut with 2PM. Chansung participated in the same survival game as Junho but lost. He auditioned a second time and was accepted into the company. He rapped in 2AM's song "그녀에게" (To Her).

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jaebeom (재범)

• Full Name: Park Jaebeom (박재범)
• English Name: Jay Park
• Date of Birth: April 25, 1987 (1987-04-25) 
• Position: Leader, Main Vocalist, Rapper

Jaebeom was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. Originally entering JYP Entertainment as a rapper and b-boy, he trained for four years to improve his singing and Korean. It was initially his mother who led him to apply as he wished to not attend college, and Jin-Young Park (JYP) himself watched his audition and brought him to Korea. He collaborated with Yeeun of Wonder Girls for "正" ("Jeong") on the Han Sung Byul Gok OST. Due to his comments on his MySpace page, he left the group on September 8, 2009.[49] On February 25, 2010, JYP Entertainment announced that Jaebeom's contract was permanently terminated