SNSD: The Weekly SoShi News Wrap

Videos

1. K-Pop Music Fest Sydney 2011 CF

Remember back when Soshified announced that Girls’ Generation would be flying to Sydney in November for a K-Pop Music Fest? Well the official CF has finally been released! With Girls’ Generation’s “Run Devil Run” playing in the background, the short half-minute video features all the groups that will be taking part in this concert. Of course, they saved the best for last because Girls’ Generation was the final group to be featured. It looks like this is a concert not to be missed!

2. Girls’ Generation Ranks First on Mnet’s “Idol Chart Show”

This week on Mnet’s “Idol Chart Show” one of their rankings was for “2011 I Am The Best” and Girls’ Generation was in first place. The MC’s of the show noted the girls’ huge success in Japan this year with their sold out arena tour and double platinum selling Japan 1st Album. In addition to their fame in Japan, the MC’s recognized Girls’ Generation’s power as CF models, playing clips from various CF’s like Cabi Bay, e-ma, Dior, and Vita500. With Girls’ Generation’s popularity soaring right now and a Korean comeback on the horizon, it is no surprise they are ranked first!

Endorsements

1. Kwangdong Pharmacy and Girls’ Generation Wish You a Happy Chuseok

September 12th marks the beginning of the Chuseok holiday and Kwangdong Pharmacy uploaded a picture this week of Girls’ Generation along with a message that says, “Have a happy Chuseok with Kwangdong Pharamacy.” The girls look beautiful posing for a picture together in the traditional Korean outfit, the hanbok. Thanks to ch0sshi@soshified.com for the translation.

Others

1. Girls’ Generation to Release Memorabilia of Japan Arena Tour

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Throughout May, June and July, Girls’ Generation toured Japan and held fourteen of their arena tours during that time. Now, Girls’ Generation will be releasing a small photobook of memories titled “Pocket Girls’ Generation- GIRLS’ GENERATION ARENA TOUR 2011″, which will include many photos from their performances. This book will be released on the 6th of September, and it costs 800 yen. Be sure to get your copy too!

2. Picture of Yuri, Super Junior’s Donghae, and f(x)’s Amber at SMTOWN Live in Tokyo Posted

Super Junior’s Donghae posted a picture on his Twitter account of himself posing with Yuri and f(x)’s Amber. The picture was taken at the Tokyo Dome, where the three idols performed with their respective groups as well as other SM artists at the recent SMTOWN Live in Tokyo concert.

3. Yuri Attends Fashion Show

On September 6th, Yuri attended a fasion show for designer Salvatore Ferragamo at the W Seoul – Walkerhill Hotel. Yuri’s black and white style was a hot topic among those in attendance. She was able to portray a glamorous and elegant look with ease.

4. Upcoming Performances in Seoul, Busan and Gyeongju

Girls’ Generation will be traveling Korea to perform at the start of October with back to back performances. They will start the month on October 1st in Seoul for the TBS Happy Concert at 6:30pm performing with f(x), U-KISS, SG Wannabe and others. On October 2nd at 10pm the girls will join other groups such as T-ara, Beast, Secret, 4Minute, Infinite, and their label-mates Super Junior for MBC’s Power Concert in Busan. Then the girls will travel to Gyeongju to perform at the Hallyu Dream Festival at 6:30pm on October 3rd. They will be among 18 groups performing in one of Korea’s historic ancient cities to showcase the country’s culture. Girls’ Generation is definitely doing their best as newly appointed ambassadors for Visit Korea Year.

5. Jessica Completes a Photo Shoot for CeCi

Jessica finished a photo shoot this week for CeCi Magazine and left quite an impression. The photographer for the shoot tweeted some nice words about Jessica and Girls’ Generation and provided a teaser image of some of the pictures that were taken. Translation thanks to 오이사랑싴@soshified.com: “The shoot lasted for almost 12 hours under tough conditions, but Jessica did it amazingly, and I’m not tired because I’m happy with the result. To SNSD, including Jessica, who are having concerts in Taiwan, fighting~ The photoshoot will be in next month’s CeCi.” Look forward to Jessica’s beautiful pictures in CeCi next month.

6. Tiffany, Hyoyeon and Yoona Visit a Girl in the Hospital

On September 7th a surprise blood drive was held for the KBS show “Love Request”, and Girls’ Generation members were in attendance to meet fans and donate blood. Tiffany, Hyoyeon and Yoona took this opportunity to visit a Cambodian girl at Korea University Ansan Hospital. The young girl is a fan of Girls’ Generation and is getting heart surgery, so Tiffany, Hyoyeon and Yoona visited with her and cheered her on to give her strength. She is sure to make a quick recovery with these angels watching over her.

7. Ock Joohyun Tweets Fun Pictures With Taeyeon and Yoona

Taeyeon and Yoona visited Ock Joohyun at her musical this week. Ock Joohyun tweeted “Two young ladies have fallen for ‘The Lady and the Gangsters’~~ They came despite having to go overseas again tomorrow~ SNSD fighting!!” While backstage they took the opportunity to have some fun and take pictures together. In the photos, the girls look very pretty trying on a blue feathery hat with various cute poses. Girls’ Generation is very close with Ock Joohyun, and Tiffany, Yuri, and Seohyun visited her last week to show their support.

8. Sooyoung’s Mother Leaves a Message

This week SONE everywhere were touched by Sooyoung’s Message for SONE. Sooyoung surprised everyone with her self-made video, including her own mother. Sooyoung’s mother left a message on HwaSuEunHwa this week:

“ㅎㅎ며칠 문닫고 뭐하나 했더니…집안 여기저기 다니면서 스케치북 사진찍고..ㅋㅋㅋ 암튼, 못말려..ㅠㅠ”
“Hehe I had been wondering what she was doing in her room with the door closed for days… She went all around the house taking photos of a sketchbook. Kekeke there really is no stopping that girl ㅠㅠ”.

Even her mother recognizes that Sooyoung will stop at nothing to express her love for the fans. Thanks to oniontaker@soshified.com for the translation.

9. Sooyoung Leaves a Chuseok Message

It seems this week Sooyoung really wanted to speak to the fans since she hasn’t been able to perform due to her injury. Not only has she made a a video for SONE, this week she left a message on theofficial Girls’ Generation website wishing everyone a happy Chuseok. Translation courtesy of oniontaker@soshified.com

“To. S♡NE ^_^”
Merry Chuseok!!
Sooyoungie ate lots of SONE’s ♡ and has
recovered~”

Sooyoung shows off her quirky humor in the message and reassures fans that she is doing well. It’s nice to see that Sooyoung is happy and doing well after her car accident.

New Sets of Pictures

Coway- Taeyeon Wallpaper, Taeyeon, Jessica, Sunny, Hyoyeon, Yoona Wallpaper, Yoona

Vita500- Taeyeon , Jessica, Sunny, Sunny2, Tiffany, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung,Sooyoung2, Yoona, Seohyun, Seohyun2, SNSD

Eider – Yoona, Yoona2, Yoona3, Yoona4, Yoona5, Yoona6, Yoona7, Yoona8, Yoona & Minho, Yoona & Minho2

SPAO- Jessica, Sunny, Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung, Yoona, Yoona2, Yoona & Yuri, Yoona & Yuri2

SONE Picture/Video of the Week

Girls’ Generation traveled to Taiwan this week for a series of three concerts. Taiwan fans greeted the girls with love and gifts, but none were quite as wild as this van covered in cheers. Each side of the van is covered in pictures, drawings and messages for the girls. One wishes Hyoyeon a happy birthday, and the back of the van is dedicated to Sooyoung, saying “Sooyoungah we love you ♥ We will wait for you!” In addition to the van, Taiwan SONEs prepared a small refrigerator filled with ice cream and drinks. We all know the girls love ice cream, especially Taeyeon, so they are sure to enjoy this gift after their hard work. Taiwan SONEs never cease to impress with their preparation when Girls’ Generation comes to visit.