NU'EST stole hearts of L.O.Λ.E. in Singapore

Vizit Korea 2013 featuring NU'EST in Singapore with LOVE showcase marked their 3rd visit to Singapore. NU'EST touchdown in Singapore on Thursday, a day before the press conference. NU'EST made an appearance at the press conference/opening ceremony of Vizit Korea 2013 and performed as the opening act with their titled song "Sleep Talking". The boys' full scale showcase was on 26th Oct (Saturday) while A-PINK's Secret Garden showcase was on 25th Oct (Friday).

NU'EST kicked start their show with "Beautiful Ghost", a powerful dance song from their latest album "Sleep Talking". NU'EST performed a total of 8 songs excluding encore song "Beautiful Solo" and "Sandy". The songs included are "Beautiful Ghost", "Action", "Hello", "Pretty", "Sleep Talking", "Introduce Me To Your Noona",  "Not Over You", and "Face". Aron, the oldest member of the group, born in 1993 is from LA. He speaks fluent English and was communicating with the crowd easily.

During the Q&A session, Baekho admitted that he wanted to visit the Singapore Flyer. In terms of delicious cuisine, NU'EST wished to try Chicken Rice and Singapore's well-known Chilli Crab. To further promote Korea, NU'EST introduced a few traditional Korea games that they love to play to their Singaporean fans.

NU'EST hyped up the crowd when lucky fans were picked on stage to get a gift from the boys, not to mention hugs too! Lucky winners were granted a group photo with NU'EST, leaving them with a smile on their faces. NU'EST also prepared something even more exciting! They brought their personal items to give it out to their fans! Since the emcee said only fans who can cheer the loudest would have the chance to win, fans were roaring. Baekho brought a cap, Aron prepared a tee, JR gave away a compass he used to have it during his elementary school to a fanboy, Minhyun got his stripped tee while Ren left fans going crazy with his stylish backpack.

The performance ended with 2 of the encore songs, "Beautiful Solo" and "Sandy". NU'EST then came back on stage, ready to get the high five session going. All fans with mosh pit tickets were allowed to join the high five session and get close to the boys. Vizit Korea 2013 definitely introduced Korea to Singaporeans a step further. NU'EST were grateful to be representing Korea to promote their culture and country. The boys hoped to be back soon and thanked their fans with a bow. Besides, NU'EST had their stage outfit changed 3 times throughout the showcase too. It was definitely a sight for the fans.

Vizit Korea 2013 has brought Korea to Singapore by exhibiting a variety of Korean culture such as traditional games, authentic Korean food, trendy Korean clothings, hot tourist spots, and newly launched beauty products. Fans who went for the Kpop artiste can also land their hands on official merchandise of A-PINK and NU'EST from the exhibition booth. It was impressive that autographed shirts signed by NU'EST were all sold out the night after the showcase. It was overall a great performance from the boys and a successful and informative exhibition put up by Vizit Korea 2013, organized by MediaCorp VizPro International Pte Ltd (VizPro) and The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Singapore, co-organized by Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) and CS Company.


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Nu'est The Face To Face Showcase in Malaysia : Nu'est, the vitamin for L.O.Λ.E

Finally, the day has come. Nu'est The Face To Face showcase in Malaysia was held at Mines International Exhibition Convention Centre (MIECC). Gold Pass holders were informed to show up at the venue by 2.30pm to have their meet-the-fans session with Nu'est. The fans were given an opportunity to take an individual photo with Nu'est and an instant photo print service was included. The showcase kicked off on time after a strict bag check. Fans swarm to the entrance to secure a front place to stand.

The showcase started around 6pm with Hao Min (DJ from 988 radio station) as the emcee to heat up the crowd. As soon as fans started to cheer for Nu'est, the boys made their appearance by singing to their hit song, Face. The boys gave a strong performance and made the crowd gone wild. Fans went crazy when they continued their performance with a sweet song, I’m Sorry. After two impressive performances from them, Nu'est took a short break by introducing themselves to their fans and melted fans with their charms.

5 very lucky fans were chosen through luck draw by Nu'est to be invited on stage to have a small interaction with the boys. Nu'est gave over the top fan service to the lucky fans as they enjoyed some intimate interactions with the members. MinHyun called the lucky fans through the phone and sang to her by looking into her eyes. The fan had tears filling up her eyes and was speechless when she was interviewed by the emcee. Ren was asked to act cute to the lucky fan. Instead of showing off his aegyo, he pretended he was going to kiss the fan and the crowd roared with awe. Baekho, the strong guy gave the lucky fan a quick big hug causing fans under the stage went bizarre with jealously over flow. Aron in the other hand had a chance to take photo with the fan on stage using her smartphone. It was one of the most memorable pictures ever as Aron was the one holding the phone. Last but not least, sexy leader JR danced sexily towards the fan. A loud beat song was played and JR immediately danced to it with his strong and sexy moves. He captured fans heart by posing to the crowd after the dance.

After a short break, Nu'est continued their showcase with the song Not Over You. JR and Aron got excited and ran down the stage and fans swarm towards them like bees. Baekho, MinHyun and Ren also came down and shook hands with fans in front. The fans all fell in love when Nu'est sang to their sweet love song Sandy. How we all love to be Sandy for that moment!

Nu'est then had a rest and picked 5 more fans up on stage to interact with them. This time, fans would have to pick a number sequence and then pose to the numbered cameras prepared as if they were models for catwalk. 5 of the lucky fans then received autographed albums from Nu'est. Before they continue on with their performance, Nu'est went back stage to have a break.

Nu'est came back up stage, ready for their last song of the night, Action. The boys gave all they had and wrapped up their performance with a strong ending. Nu'est also sang a lovely Christmas song in Korean, specially prepared for their Malaysian fans for the Christmas. Nu'est wore 5 different cute headbands that symbolizes Christmas such as red Christmas hat and reindeer’s antlers. Nu'est then proceed with the high-five session with all their fans. Fans were able to high five with all the members on stage. Some fans prepared some gifts and gave it to the boys on stage.

Before bidding goodbye to their fans, Nu'est thanked all of their fans for coming and certainly hoped their fans enjoyed the showcase tonight. Nu'est gave a lot of love and hearts to their fans before waving goodbye. Be back soon Nu'est!

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Nu'est The Face To Face in Malaysia press conference

From left: MinHyun, Ren, JR, Baekho and Aron

Nu'est sat down according to the name tags provided on the table so that medias could get their names right. JR, the leader of Nu’est sat at the middle while Baekho on his left and Ren on his right. Aron was beside  Baekho and MinHyunbwas beside Ren, the maknae. The press conference started a little late as it was a rush schedule for Nu’est because their flight was 4.50pm and it was kinda rush for them to travel all the way from the airport to the hotel.

Baekho

Leader JR

Nu'est introduced themselves as a group and then introduced themselves one by one. Nu'est looked a bit tired but they were smiling to the cameras all the time. Nu'est said that they really want to visit KLCC if they have a chance to on Sunday as they planned to have a half day trip in Kuala Lumpur before leaving Malaysia. The emcee of the day was Hao Min (DJ from 988 radio station). She taught Nu'est how to say Hello in Malay, which is Apa Khabar. Nu'est then excitedly greeted Apa Khabar to the press.

From left Ren, JR and Baekho

During the interview sessions, they were asked to describe Malaysia with a Korean word. MinHyun said Malaysia is passion to him while Ren sweetly said Malaysia is Sarang (Love in Korean). JR described Malaysia as a chance as he thanked Malaysia for giving them a chance to perform here. Baekho was thrilled with the cultures in Malaysia as he described Malaysia with multicultural. Lastly, Aron said that Malaysia's scenery is very nice and he described Malaysia as beautiful.

MinHyun

As Christmas is around the corner, Nu'est admitted that they did sent gifts to each others. When they were asked what kind of gifts, they replied socks. Nu'est said that it is winter time in Korea and it is very cold so sock made a very thoughtful and warm gift.  After the compliments of Malaysia from the boys, they were asked to recommend a place in Korea for fans to visit in the future. They recommended Kangwon-do. It is a place where many people went to ski during the winter and the scenery are breath taking. Nu'est secretly revealed that they are going to have their comeback early next year but they can't reveal will it be a full length album. Please keep an eye on the boys' comeback as it will be a blast!

Aron

When it comes to food, Aron said he enjoyed pig skin and chose it as his favorite food. JR said he likes to eat basically anything and everything other than tomato (I wonder why?). Ren chose Kimchi jjigae as his favorite dish. Well that explains why he has porcelain flawless skin.

Pretty maknae Ren

Nu'est poured their thoughts on acting and said they would want to act someday if there is a chance to. MinHyun said he wanted to be a student, a smart one. Ren expectedly chose flower boy as he is already one. Kim Hyun–joong's character in Boys Over Flower, Yoon Ji-hoo is the character he would like to challenge. Ren was requested to pose to the press with his flower boy look. He gave a soft stare to the press and totally killed the bulbs. JR, the sexy leader would want to try action movies and end up posing as if he was fighting. He gave a strong glare too.

JR

The most well-build member, Baekho was a sport fans and was good in sword. He said he would want to involve in a movie and play a character who is good in sword. He then posed too, holding the microphone as the sword. Last but not least, Aron admitted that he wants to film a romantic comedy. He stood up and held Baekho's head and lifted his chin as if he was going to kiss a girl. Baekho's face tells it all.

Baekho and Aron

Baekho

Next, Nu'est was asked to describe the member on the right with a word. MinHyun described Ren as a cute boy and Ren proved it by showing off his aegyo (cute) with a cute "buing buing". Ren described leader JR as sexy. JR was requested to pose sexily to the cameras and he did. Baekho in the other end slightly pulled JR’s collar down to expose JR’s collarbone and muscle. JR shyly covered his face when the members started to laugh at him. JR then described Baekho as white tiger. Baekho's name means white tiger in Korean and the stage name was created by Nu'est's senior After School's UEE from Pledis Entertainment Company. JR said that Baekho is strong and always looks manly. Baekho then described Aron as clean. Lastly, Aron said that MinHyun is tall as he was the tallest among them all. Aron also said that MinHyun was cool and full of charisma. MinHyun possesses a mysterious image.

From left Ren, JR and Baekho

JR

The emcee curiously asked Nu'est to reveal how is the showcase on 15th December 2012 (Saturday) is going to be. MinHyun said it will be the best, Ren said it will be unforgettable, JR said it is going to be new, Baekho said it is a secret while Aron said it is going to be full of expectation. Before ending the 40 minute long press conference, Nu'est thank the press for coming and ask fans to continue to show their support. The boys also said that they will definitely come back to Malaysia again in the future.

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NU'EST: The Face To Face in Malaysia with L.O.Λ.E

It's time to ACTION L.O.Λ.E Malaysia! NU'EST: The Face to Face In Malaysia is all set to be held on December 15, 2012 at the Mines Exhibition Convention Centre.

With average age of 17, NU'EST (New Established Style and Tempo) is a South Korean boy group formed by Pledis Entertainment in March 2012, consisting of JR, Aron, Minhyun, Baekho and Ren.

Their musical style is described as 'urban electro' while their fan club name is L.O.Λ.E because when writing NU'EST in Korean, these letters appear in the name.

Before making their official debut, all members of NU'EST were backup dancers for AS Blue's "Wonder Boy" music video. They also participated in the live stages. JR was featured in After School's Uee's debut song "Sok Sok Sok". He was later dubbed as "Bangkok Boy" after appearing in Orange Caramel's "Bangkok City", while Minhyun starred in the music video of "Shanghai Romance". Baekho appeared in After School's follow-up single music video "Play Ur Love".

NU'EST was also featured on "Love Letter", a holiday single with label mates Son Dambi and After School. The artists later appeared on various stages to promote the single.

The group made their second major unofficial appearance on December 29, 2011, by performing a shuffle dance with After School at the 2011 SBS Gayo Daejun.

On January 16, 2012, Pledis Entertainment revealed the face of NU'EST's leader, JR. On the following day, the faces of Minhyun and Aron were revealed. On January 19, 2012, they introduced the final members of NU'EST, Baekho and Ren. It was also revealed that After School's Uee gave Baekho his stage name.

Almost two months later on March 2, 2012, a NU'EST bus was seen driving around the streets of Seoul, advertising the group's official debut and the title of their highly anticipated single, "FACE". 
Their debut song aimed to spread the awareness of bullying in schools, as written in the description of the music video for "Face".

NU'EST made their first ever visit to Malaysia on November 21 to perform at SHOUT! Awards 2012. They presented the music video award and performed "Face" and "Action" as the closing acts.

According to organiser Rhythm Land, who proudly present NU'EST: The Face to Face In Malaysia, fans purchased Gold Pass will be enjoying all day long exclusive activities with NU'EST. Besides Showcase entry and access to High 5 activity, they will also enjoying photography session with the South Korean heart throb. On top of that, the pass holders are invited to be cheerleaders in NU'EST mini game. Lucky fans also stand a chance to sing karaoke and have a boating trip with NU'EST.

For Normal Pass holders, they will be granted Showcase entry and participate in High 5 session, and given NU'EST's free poster.

Ticket for NU'EST: The Face to Face in Malaysia was on sale from November 25 at all Victoria Music Centre and Mystar Collection (Berjaya Times Square).

While for overseas fans who wish to purchase ticket, please email to ticketing@rhythm-land.com

For more information or enquiry, kindly email to enquiries@rhythm-land.com or add us on Facebook: Rhythm Land (https://www.facebook.com/RhythmLand?fref=ts)

NU’EST@ THE FACE TO FACE IN MALAYSIA
Date: December 15, 2012 (Saturday)
Time: 6pm
Venue: Mines Exhibition Convention Centre

Tickets price:

GOLD PASS (RM688)

2 Days EXCLUSIVE activities with NU’EST 

• Showcase entry
• Photograph
• High 5
• Free Poster

NORMAL PASS (RM168)

• Showcase entry
• High 5
• Free poster

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Posted at 12:11 PM |  by Colene Hyori