Se7en almost debuted with Rain as a duo group

During an appearance on the SBS variety show Strong Heart, Se7en confessed that he almost ended up in a duo group with Rain.

Se7en, who recently made a comeback with his new album, Digital Bounce, surprised everyone as he revealed the story of how he almost debuted with Rain. He explained, “This is an event that happened between Rain and I before debuting as solo singers in 2001. The two of us almost ended up debuting together.”

Regarding the situation, Se7en said, “One day CEO Yang Hyun Suk suddenly called me and told me that we’re going to JYP’s Park Jin Young’s office. Without knowing anything at that moment, I met 20 years old Rain (Jung Ji Hoon).” In this episode, Se7en plans to reveal the events that followed after their meeting, and how the two ended up as solo singers in the end.

Be sure to catch this episode tonight to find out about Se7en’s interesting encounter with Rain.

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07.28.10 [NEWS] A picture of Rain and ‘Lee Na-Young’ in their comfortable clothes is in the spotlight.

A picture of Rain and actress ‘Lee Na-Young’ in their comfortable pyjamas has been in the spotlight on the internet. The picture of Rain and ‘Lee Na-Young’ on location in Japan to shoot drama ‘Runaway’ was released on the message board of an internet portal site on the 27th.

In the picture, Rain and ‘Lee Na-Young’ are having a rest with their 6 co-workers such as actor ‘Daniel Henney’, actor ‘Lee Jung-Jin’, actress ‘Yun Jin-Seo’ and so on in an accommodation, drinking some beverages.

The image of Rain who is affectionately posing for photos, putting his hand on Lee Na-Young’s one shoulder, is especially an eye catcher.

Meanwhile, drama ‘Runaway’ attracting the attention of the public as Rain has come to work with the scripter and the director of big hit drama ‘Choono’ which went off the air, will be aired on KBS 2TV at the end of September.

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07.28.10 Angelina Jolie says that she is a fan of Rain.

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Hollywood star ‘Angelina Jolie’ who has come to Korea to promote her latest film ‘Salt’, said that she is a fan of singer and actor Rain.

In a press conference in Seoul’s Silla Hotel on the 28th at about 2:40pm, she said, “My children are known to like Rain, that is true.” and she answered, “I like him, too, and I think he is so cool.”

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CNN names Rain one of the top HOTTEST South Korean Male Celebs

Go Rain!! ~Tatiana

Every woman wishes Rain on themselves! The super hot mega star cannot be stopped. He has won over Asia and is making his way into Americans hearts as well. Rain (whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon) has made girls’ heart swoon since his debut with the album “Bad Guy”. And he should know; anyone who inspires as many dirty thoughts as him must be one. If you can keep your mind rated G while watching this extremely sexy star you must be a saint. He has released seven studio albums and starred in numerous dramas. His 2004 leading role in “Full House” filled all our hearts with Rain-love. He released his “Eternal Rain” album in 2006 and headed West in 2008. The sex symbol seduced Americans in the movie “Speed Racer” and the 2009 thriller “Ninja Assassin”. He is most loved for his great dancing ability, spectacular singing and drop dead gorgeous body. His six-pack is worth the ticket fee alone.

Read more: South Korea’s 20 hottest male celebs | CNNGo.com http://www.cnngo.com/life/south-koreas-top-20-hottest-male-celebs-452146#ixzz0sh9prrXi

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06.06.10 [PIC] Rain Accepts his Award Biggest BadAss Star @ the MTV Movie Awards!

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OMG I’M SOO HAPPY FOR HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3

05.14.10 [NEWS] Rain proves himself to become the most sought-after star for various programs.

During KBS show program ‘Happy Together’ aired on May13th, 5 male group’s member ‘Lee Joon’ discovered and trained by Rain, told the guests several amusing anecdotes about Rain without a moment’s hesitation, so the situation embarrassed Rain.

‘Lee Joon’ said, doing a funny imitation of Rain, “Rain tends to lose his temper. At the beginning, he appears in our practice room with a smiling face, but he huffs irritably when leaving”, which caused the audience to burst out laughing.

Continuing, “Since we fear to speak in his presence and avoid eye contact with him, he told us one day, ‘Go easy on me’.”

004.30.10 [Eng Sub] MBLAQ Lee Joon talks about Rain on Intimate Note

05.03.10 [JTUNE Notice] Rain’ll follow up with a second single on May 13th.

Hello, this is Cloud master.

Rain has been active with ‘Love Song’ for about one month.

Thanks to the support all of you have shown, he could achieve good results with the song.

He’ll follow up with his second single ‘Hip Song’ on May 13th.

We would appreciate it if you could support and love the second song, too.

Thank you.

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05.02.10 [CUT] Rain on Infinity Girls

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05.03.10 [NEWS] Rain continues to make a hit in the ad.

Rain is continuing to make a hit in the ad. His towering success has attracted lucrative advertising deals.

Recently, Rain has signed a 6.6 thousand million KRW (around $ 591,239) endorsement contract with ‘Samsung Life Insurance’, one of the best insurance companies in the country, for 6 months, therefore, he gets ultra-special treatment.

In this year alone, newly contracting with SK Telesis (5.5 thousand million KRW for 6months), Zimingde International (10.5 for one year), Nikon Imaging Korea (11 for one year), etc, he has been holding sway as a blue chip in the advertising world.

Rain who released his special album which includes the title track ‘Love Song’ last April, is now busy doing TV shows and artistic work.

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05.03.10 [NEWSEN] Rain makes a surprise meeting with soccer player ‘Park Ji-Seong’ in SK’ CF.

Rain makes a surprise meeting with soccer player ‘Park Ji-Seong’ in SK’ CF. + Eng.translation to Rain & ‘Park Ji-Seong’ in ‘Interview’ episode of SK’s CF.

World star Rain joined ‘Park Ji-Seong’ in ‘Interview’ episode of mobile phone company ‘SK Telecom’s CF for Korea’s awaited entry into the first round at the 2010 World Cup.

Also, ‘SK Telecom’ will progress a charity auction, ‘Once again, Korea, An Auction of Stars’ T Shirts’ from May 3 through June 13.

The autographed copies of the T shirts imprinted with the logos ‘Once again, Korea’ of all the stars such as sports stars and popular pop stars, ‘Park Ji-Seong’, ‘Park Tae-Howan’, ‘Choi Kyung-Joo’, ‘Rain’, ‘Kim Jang-Hoon’, ‘Psy’, ‘Brown Eyed Girls’, etc., will be sold to the bidders by the lowest price.

100 KRW for each of the auction participants will be laid aside, and the saved money will be offered to support ‘Young Boy Soccer’ fund.

05.03.10 [NEWS] ‘W Phone’, known as ‘Rain Phone’ characterized by use of his image, will be unveiled.

SK Telecom’s cellphone brand ‘W Phone’, known as ‘Rain Phone’ characterized by use of his image, will be unveiled.

‘W Phone’(SK 800) to be called by ‘Rain Phone’ which places emphasis on a masculine image where there are specific features that are unique to metal, will be sold through licensed stores all over the country.

To try to make sure the best service is provided, they’ll extend a guarantee of it. This means that the warranty lasts for two years.

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04.29.10 [AUDIO] Rain w/ Kim Tae Woo, LYn, Park Hyo Shin – 경희를 내 품에

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04.28.10 [CUT] Rain vs. Joon ‘You Shouldn’t Do That’ @ MBC Starry Radio

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