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Saturday, June 23, 2018

[GIVEAWAY] Action Crime Movie "Believer" features Ryu Junyeol to premiere in cinemas on 5 July!

Saturday, June 23, 2018

'Believer' is a remake of Hong Kong action thriller movie, 'Drug War' directed by Hong Kong action maestro Johnnie To. 'Believer' has received lots of attention since it's premiered in South Korea as the movie features the top-notch actors - Choi Jin-woong, Ryu Jun-yeol, Kim Sung-ryoung, Park Hae-Joon, Cha Seung-woon and Kim Joo-hyuk. It was reported that 'Believer' has ranked 1st in South Korea for 2 weeks in a row.

Great news to Malaysians, as the most in-demand movie in South Korea will be screening in Malaysia starting from 5 July and mm2 entertainment will be having a special movie screening for fellow Malaysians to watch the movie few days ahead of the premiere date. In conjunction with mm2 entertainment, we are giving out a total of 20 pairs special screening movie tickets to our readers. The contests will be conducted on our Facebook and Twitter. So, be sure to check it out!

'Believer' Special Screening Details:

Date: 2 July 2018 (Monday)
Time: 9PM
Venue: mmCineplexes eCurve, Damansara

To participate:

Facebook contest

Like GOKpop Malaysia & mm2 Entertainment Malaysia Facebook Page
Comment on the post which 'Believer' cast you want to meet the most and tag 1 of your friend
Share the post with hashtag #GOKpopGiveaway #Believer

Twitter contest

Like this post
Retweet with comment I want to watch #Believer with XX (tag 1 of your friend) and hashtag #GOKpopGiveaway #mm2Malaysia

Contest period: 23 June ~ 28 June, 8PM

Prize: A pair of 'Believer' special screening tickets

Summary of 'Believer'

'Believer' talks about a detective, Won-ho (starring by Cho Jin-woong) who is determined to catch the infamous leader of Asia's largest drug market who is known only by the name, 'Mr.Lee'. While searching for Mr.Lee, Won-ho apprehends and eventually conspire with Rak (starring by Ryu Jun-yeol), a lowly member of the drug cartel who seeks revenge against Mr.Lee. The endless dilemma between trust and suspicious story then begins.

Now, let us introduce each character in 'Believer'

Cho Jin Woong (starring as Won-ho)

Won-ho, a detective who's desperate to catch Asia's biggest drug ring, Mr.Lee. Through a mysterious explosion of a drug factory, it has given a chance to Won-ho to start the investigation.

Ryu Jun-yeol (starring as Rak)

Rak, a member of the drug ring. After the drug factory explosion, Rak was arrested and cast out by the organization. He then joins detective Won-ho and works together to find out the boss of the biggest drug ring.

Kim Sung-ryoung (starring as Oh Yeon-ok)

Ms. Oh Yeon-ok, the management of drug ring. She meets detective Won-ho and provides the information about the drug ring boss through the drug factory explosion.

Park HaeJoon (starring as Sun-Chang)

Sun-chang, one of the founders who's loyal to the drug organisation. He willing to do anything in order to achieve his purpose. He's trying hard to survive in the fight of getting the authority/power of the drug organization.

Cha Seungwoon (starring as Brian)

The mysterious and secret 'agent' who worked behind the organisation. Brian appearance brings more questions to detective Won-ho who's struggling in finding the boss of the drug ring.

Kim Joo Hyuk (starring as Jin Ha-rim)

Jin Ha-rim has the power in Asia drug market. One day, he was contacted by an unknown for a deal and so he decided to go to Seoul to look into it.

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Friday, June 22, 2018

#GalaxyFanWeeks

Win the Golden Opportunity to meet Wanna One LIVE & Walk Away the Limited Edition Merchandise!

Thursday, June 21, 2018

Malaysia’s Wannables, it is time to get excited as your favourite K-group boy band Wanna One is returning to Kuala Lumpur to perform their hit singles in their Wanna One World Tour on 21 July 2018! To add to the excitement, Samsung Malaysia Electronics will be giving you the opportunity to win a pair of VIP tickets worth RM1,596 to catch Wanna One live in action!

“Wanna One is one of South Korea’s most popular rising groups, and we couldn’t be more excited to see them in person! We want to share our immense enthusiasm for their debut in Malaysia, and what better way to do that than to send the fans there ourselves? Don’t miss this chance to be a part of their grand world tour!” said Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

To be in the running to win a pair of golden tickets to Wanna One’s World Tour in Malaysia, what you need to do is to own the new Samsung Galaxy A6+, A6, J6 or J4.

Step 1: Capture your best 'Save in My Heart' pose with Samsung Galaxy Sticker

ps: our Ji Hoon's signature pose&phrase "내 마음 속에 저장"

Step 2: Upload photo on Instagram/Facebook and complete the caption below with no more than 50 words "I will save Wanna One in my Galaxy because..."

ps: exercise your creativity to design your catchiest phrase!

Step 3: Share & tag - #ProductName (Galaxy A6+, A6, J6 or J4), #WithGalaxy and #GalaxyFanWeeks @samsungmalaysia

Contest period: 25 June ~ 8 July 2018

The top 150 winners with the best poses and captions will win a pair of golden tickets and winners’ announcement will be made via Samsung’s website and Instagram page.

So what are you waiting for?

Pick up a new Samsung Galaxy A6+, A6, J6 or J4 today! From 25th June onwards, you can also bring home an array of amazing Wanna One limited edition merchandises at selected outlets while winning yourself an epic experience with Wanna One!

To understand more about the contest and the golden ticket prizes to Wanna One’s World Tour in Kuala Lumpur, please visit http://www.samsung.com/my/offer/mobile-wannaone/.

*photo source: Samsung Malaysia Electronics

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Exclusive Interview: Rania is back to conquer the Hallyu Wave with Rania & You Promo Tour Party in Malaysia 2018

Thursday, June 21, 2018

Get ready A1st! RANIA is coming back to Malaysia again to embark on their first ever Rania & You Promo Tour Party this 29^th June – 1^st July 2018! This time, they will be touring around our Penang Island.

Ever since their debut in 2013, RANIA is one of the hottest girl groups that is known for their edgy music and eye-catching visuals - they have released a number of hit songs and music videos such as 'Just Go', 'Start A Fire', and 'Dr. Feel Good'.

However, RANIA is no strange for their long history of controversies and constant change of members in the group. But it did not stop the girls from releasing more music and continue to capture their fans’ hearts with their contagious charms.

Before the girls heading to Malaysia for their promo tour, we have the chance to have an exclusive interview with RANIA. GOKpop Malaysia was given the opportunity to have an exclusive interview with RANIA. The girls shared some insight about their upcoming visit to Malaysia, chemistry between members, and dropping their new album this year!

With that being said, let's get a closer look at what the members have to say!

Q: RANIA visited Malaysia past few years, but this time with the new members, what are you most looking forward to do in Malaysia?

Hyeme: I’m curious about the foods.

Ttabo: I’m curious about the response of our Malaysian fans when they see us.

And, I’m curious about the trend of Malaysia as well.

Jieun: I heard that responses from overseas fans are good, I didn’t realize, so I’m

curious about whether it is true. Since this is our first Malaysia performance

after changing members, I’m looking forward to the response of our fans.

Zi.U: I want to experience the culture, environment or night view in every

country.. I’m looking forward to it!

Q: It is been a while since your album release in 2017, any plan for the new album or in other areas of entertainment?

Hyeme: We are preparing for a new album now.

Ttabo: We will be coming back in this summer.

Jieun: We are preparing for a new album. I think the new album will be released

in this hot summer, maybe?

Zi.U: We are working hard to prepare for it, please wait a little bit more.

Ttabo

Q: What other entertainment areas you would like to join? Any specific variety shows or programs?

Hyeme: I’d like to participate in “SNL” if they are going to have a new season

and “Law of the Jungle,” as I want to show everyone that I can live anywhere.

Ttabo: I want to film movie. I also want to have activity in China.

Jieun: Entertainment, drama, MC etc. As an entertainer, I would like to show you

all my different sides.

Zi.U: I am interested in film, acting, and musical. For variety program, I wish to tear the

name tag in Running Man, Salty Tour as well as making a guest appearance on Knowing Bros!

Jieun

Q: RANIA debuted in 2013 and has released quite a number of songs. Out of all the songs, which song is your favourite? And why you choose so?

Hyeme: I like “Demonstrate” the most because it was my debut song.

Ttabo: “Style” and “Demonstrate”, because the songs show the girl crush image of Rania the

most.

Jieun: I like ‘Dr Feel Good’, and ‘Breathe Heavy’ which is a song that out of

Rania’s girl crush sexiness, I think it was interesting to have different activities.

Zi.U: Demonstrate, it was my debut song as well. And people around were

saying it was nice though.. My attachment to that music is strong.

Q: We know RANIA has been through member changes, share with us what’s the most difficult period and how you handle it.

Hyeme: No matter what happens, I will not take it too difficult, I react in a calm

way.

Ttabo: When I first came to Korea, it was difficult for me to learn Korean. So, I’ve

been studying hard.

Jieun: I think it will be during the album of ‘Start a Fire’. However, I was

becoming more desperate and earnest. If every member with the same heart,

we can get along well naturally.

Zi.U: It was tough during the trainee life, and it was tough during the activities as

well.. Of course, I am still not good enough and immature, but I was more

immature and young before that. I was struggling every single moment.. I

keep going because I trust our Representative and myself.

Hyeme

Q: How’s RANIA chemistry being in a group after the new transformation?

Hyeme: We are getting closer as time goes by.

Ttabo: Many members are of the same age which born in 1995. So, we can

communicate well and understand each other like sisters.

Jieun: Like a family. With only looking at the eyes, will clearly know about it, isn’t

it?

Zi.U: We are getting closer and rely on each other. I hope all the members are

doing well and happy!

Q: The KPOP industry is getting very competitive nowadays, tell us what is RANIA hidden charms or individual charms that will hit the spotlight.

Hyeme: I think it could be with the pop song style and the amazing performance plus girl crush which the other teams don’t have.

Ttabo: We look girl crush on the stage but we are friendly behind the stage.

Jieun: Girls who look scary? Many people think we are cold and couldn’t come

close to us. However, we are all very warm, kind-hearted, sloppy and cheerful.

Zi.U: I think Rania differs in musical color or team color, even in expressing.

Within it, my advantage is that I can change it flexibly to fit this and that, and

someone who fits any clothes. I want to be able to digest anything.

Zi-U

Q: Which member do you think is the most different on and off camera/stage?

Hyeme: I personally think Zi-U the most different.

Ttabo: Everyone is different. We look like strong girls on stage but we are playful

and cute behind the stage.

Jieun: When Hyeme doesn’t talk, she looks like a strong woman, but she is

literally a ‘maknae’ in our group.

Zi.U: Maybe it’s me. On the stage, I’m trying to concentrate on the music, so I

look completely different from my usual appearance. Normally, I like to smile,

I eat a lot.. Although I have my own world, I do not have that kind of

appearance on the stage.

Q: What can we expect RANIA in 2018?

Hyeme: Our new album.

Ttabo: Please look forward to the only colour of Rania.

Jieun: I hope you all will look forward to our new album in this hot summer.

Zi.U: We will be coming back!!!!!

Details of RaNia's Rania & You Promo Tour Party in Malaysia 2018

Date: 29th June: 1st July 2018

Time & Venue: 30 June 2018, (2.00pm - 4.30pm) - Gurney Paragon Mall, Penang

30 June 2018, (7.30pm - 10.00pm) - Aeon Mall Bukit Mertajam, Penang
* more dates & venues to be announced!
*'Rania & You Tour Party' is free admission

For further information, you can check out Yipin Studio's Facebook page.
*Photos source: Yipin Studio & RANIA FB Official Page