[by Woorim Ahn, photo by Baek Soo Yeon] AOA held ‘Good Luck’ showcase at Yes24 Live Hall in Kwangjin-gu, Seoul on May 16.

Title song ‘Good Luck’ is a pop dance song that highlights its strong drum beats and low bass. Its catchy hook is impressive and AOA is saying ‘Good Luck’ to guys who are appealing themselves to the group. (photo by bntnews DB)

AOA's 'Good Luck' is showing absolute domination on online music charts.

AOA’s new title track, ‘Good Luck,’ was officially released on May 16th at midnight, and the song debuted #1 on M.net, Genie, Olleh Music, Bugs, Soribada, Naver Music, and Monkey3 Charts.

‘Good Luck’ is a pop dance number with strong drumbeats and groovy bass lines, and it features catchy melody lines.

The song sings about girls’ best regards to guys who are trying to appeal themselves.

Meanwhile, AOA is going to commence their new album promotion with TV performances.

AOA's Sul Hyun made an official apology regarding the history quiz controversy that surfaced after the recent airing of 'Channel AOA.'

On May 12th, AOA's Ji Min wrote on her Instagram, 'I took a history quiz on the latest episode of 'Channel AOA,' and failed tor ecognize Ahn Joong Geun in his portrait. I also failed to show more prudence and appropriate attitude."

Ji Min also wrote, "Through this trouble, I learned how serious ramifications of ignorance can be. No excuse will cover my mistake. I would like to make the sincerest apology that I can give, and I will deeply reflect on my actions."

Ji Min lastly added, "I am sorry, and I will do my best to educate myself better as a Korean citizen."

Meanwhile, Ji Min and Sul Hyun got into a controversy due to the lack of historical knowledge that they demonstrated on reality program 'Channel AOA.'

True to the nature of his job, Cao Yunjin responded to news of his romance with Elanne Kong playfully, saying that it must have been a mistake.

As reported on Sina News, the actor, who spoke to the media recently, stated, "My family has five twins, and she has a lot of sisters. They probably had taken photos of my brother and my sister."

Cao also said that the two of them have just started dating and that his relationship with Elanne is not as surprising as people would think.

"We're all actors from the same entertainment industry. It would be natural for us to meet. The progress has been natural as well."

As for rumours about him dumping girlfriend – also rumoured wife – Zhang Ran for Elanne, he said, "It's not true. I am not married and I have no children."

When asked about marriage, Cao said that it's too early to be discussing that topic.

(Photo source: ent.sina.com.cn)

[by Woorim Ahn] AOA changed to sweet sugar girls.

On May 10, its agency FNC Entertainment disclosed its fourth mini album ‘Good Luck’s’ weekend version group photos. The pictures are revealed due to fans’ inquiries regarding the group’s new concept and AOA’s appearances in vivid outfits are contained.

The group’s new album ‘Good Luck’ was all taken in Guam for the first time after its debut. Despite of the area’s hot weather and tight schedules, the members showed off their perfect teamwork and finished taking all the pictures.

Meanwhile, AOA will release its teaser video ‘Joyful Weekends with AOA’ on May 11 through its teaser website. (photo by FNC Entertainment)

Concept images of AOA's Ji Min, Cho Ah, Hye Jung, and Chan Mi have been revealed.

On May 6th, FNC Entertainment released new album concept images of Ji Min, Cho Ah, Hye Jung and Chan Mi through AOA's official teaser website.

In the teaser images, the four girls are diffusing sexy and cute charms in pink, blue, yellow, and white outfits.

The girls had released another set of teaser images earlier, and many fans and netizens are showing explosive reactions for the newly released images as well.

AOA's upcoming album, 'Good Luck,' will be released into two versions, 'WEEK' and 'WEEKEND,' and the girls will captivate many K-Pop lovers at all across the world with their irresistible charms.

Meanwhile, AOA is going to release cover images of their upcoming album on May 9th, and the new album will be officially released on May 16th.

A new teaser image of AOA's Sul Hyun was revealed.

On May 4th, AOA's Sul Hyun uploaded a new teaser image on her Instagram.

The photo shows Sul Hyun wearing a holder-neck top with curly hairstyle, and many fans and netizens are showing explosive reactions for the post.

Many people arshowing hot reactions for Sul Hyun's charming smile as well.

Meanwhile, AOA is going to release their new album on May 16th.

New photos of AOA's Yoo Na, Min Ah, and Sul Hyun have been unleashed.

On May 3rd, FNC Entertainment released new photos of AOA's Yoo Na, Min Ah, and Sul Hyun through AOA's official teaser website.

In the photos, the three girls are diffusing huge charisma in red swimsuit or white short-pants on a beach.

AOA earned their popularity with 'SHORT SKIRT,' 'LIKE A CAT,' and 'HEART ATTACK' over the years, and they quickly became one of the most leading girl groups of Korea.

It seems that the new images show the concept of their upcoming album, and a great number of K-Pop fans are showing huge anticipation.

AOA's new mini-album, 'GOOD LUCK,' will be released in two versions, 'WEEK' and 'WEEKEND,' and AOA will show different sides of them through the two difference versions.

Meanwhile, AOA is going to make their official comeback on May 16th, and they are going to release new concept photos of Ji Min, Cho Ah, and Chan Mi on May 4th.

AOA's 4th Japanese single peaked at #3 on Oricon Daily Chart.

On April 20th, AOA's 4th Japanese single, 'Please Give Love (愛をちょうだい) feat. TAKANORI NISHIKAWA (T.M. Revolution),' was ranked #3 on Oricon Daily Chart.

The album also debuted #1 on Rekochokku K-Pop/World Chart, and peaked at #2 on Tower Records World Chart.

The album had debuted #1 on Rekochokku K-Pop Weekly Chart earlier, and 'short version' of the music video debuted #1 on Yahoo Japan's online video streaming platform 'Gyao,' further indicating AOA's colossal popularity in Japan.

AOA is now widely getting recognized as one of the most leading K-Pop girl groups in Japan, and all of their Japanese singles, except for their Japan debut single, was ranked within the top 5 on Oricon Chart. Furthermore, 'Ace of Angels' album, which was officially released in October 2015, had debuted #1 on Oricon Weekly Chart, and peaked at #2 on Oricon Weekly Chart.

Meanwhile, AOA is going to hold new album promotion events in Tokyo (21st & 24th), Nagoya (22nd), and Osaka (23rd).

[by Bae Jung Yun] A girl group AOA ranked third on the Oricon daily chart with its fourth Japanese single album and proved its rising popularity in Japan

On April 20, the group released its fourth single album ‘Give Me the Love feat. TAKANORI NISHIKAWA(T.M. Revolution)’ in Japan and ranked third on the Oricon daily chart by reaching 15,246 copies of album sales in one day. Also, it topped the Recochoku’s k-pop and world chart and ranked second on Tower Record’s world chart. At Tower Record Shibuya branch, the group’s member Seolhyun version of new single album topped the daily overall sales chart. The group is receiving an enthusiastic attention from Japanese fans. 

After the album pre-released at Recochoku, it ranked first on k-pop weekly chart. The group’s short version music video also ranked first on Yahoo Japan’s video website, Gyao and received a spotlight.

The group is doubling its popularity every time they release its new album. It is establishing a solid foothold as a next generation hallyu (Korean wave) girl group. Other than its debut single album, all other albums ranked in TOP5 of Oricon chart. Also, its first official album ‘Ace of Angels’, which released in October, 2015, ranked first on the daily chart and second on the weekly chart. It is Oricon’s best ranking among other Korean female singers, which released their official album in Japan.

Meanwhile, AOA will hold the album release celebration event on April 21 and 24 in Tokyo, April 22 in Nagoya and April 23 in Osaka. (photo by FNC Entertainment)

AOA's Sul Hyun participated in the first voting of her life.

On April 8th, AOA's Sul Hyun participated in a pre-voting that was held in Chungdam-dong.

Sul Hyun appeared in a white sleeveless one-pice dress, and captured everyone's attention with her beautiful look.

Sul Hyun's dress was of punching design, and many fans and netizens are showing hot reactions for her sexy charms.

Meanwhile, the pre-voting will be held on April 9th from 6 AM until 6 PM.

Jun Hyo Seong revealed a selfie that she took after voting.

On April 8th, SECRET's Jun Hyo Seong uploaded a new selfie on her Instagram and wrote "Just finished voting. It feels great. Let's all vote."

The photo shows Jun Hyo Seong taking a selfie at a voting place, and many fans and netizens are showing hot reactions for Jun Hyo Seong's flawless skin condition.

Other than Jun Hyo Seong, AOA's Min Ah, SNOOPER, and actor Ji Seung Hyun also revealed photos that they took after their voting.

Meanwhile, Jun Hyo Seong recently made a successful solo comeback with a song titled 'Find Me.'

[by Bae Jung Yun, photo by Hwang Ji Eun] On April 12, the press conference of OnStyle ‘CHANNEL AOA’ was held at CJ E&M Center in Sangam-dong, Seoul. (photo by bntnews DB)

On April 12th, press junket for channel OnStyle's new variety program, 'Channel AOA,' was held at CJ E&M Center in Sangam-dong, Seoul.

All of AOA members attended the junket, and captured people's attention with their lovely charms.

Meanwhile, 'Channel AOA' is a reality show in which AOA members communicate with fans on two different platforms, TV and Internet. The first online live-stream of 'Channel AOA' will be held on April 12th at 7 PM, and recording of the first episode will air on the same day at midnight.

AOA's Hye Jung shows her lovely charms

AOA's Min Ah attends press junket for new reality show 'Channel AOA'

AOA's Sul Hyun showing a lovely pose

AOA's Chan Mi showing a lovely pose

AOA's Sul Hyun expressed huge excitement for AOA's new reality show.

On April 12th, press junket for channel OnStyle's new reality show, 'Channel AOA,' was held at CJ E&M Center in Sangam-dong, Seoul.

During the junket, Sul Hyun said, "All of my teammates are doing a lot of individual activities, and even though we all live in the same residence, it is quite difficult to see them often."

Sul Hyun continued, "This new reality show will allow us to see each other much more often. I've missed spending time with my teammates so much."

Sul Hyun added, "I am very looking forward to the fun that we will have together through the program, and also showing many different sides of us."

Meanwhile, 'Channel AOA' is a reality show in which AOA members communicate with fans on two different platforms, TV and Internet. The first online live-stream of 'Channel AOA' will be held on April 12th at 7 PM, and recording of the first episode will air on the same day at midnight.

Girl's Day's Min Ah has been confirmed for new KBS sitcom 'Hello Korean (working title).'

On March 28th, a representative of KBS announced that Girl's Day's Min Ah has been confirmed for a new sitcome titled 'Hello Korean (working title).'

'Hello Korean' is going to be an 'edu-tainment' program, which viewers will be able to learn many different linguistic mistakes that Korean people make.

Last year, AOA's Sul Hyun and comedian Huh Kyung Hwan had appeared on the show, and it is expected that many people will show hot reactions for Min Ah's participation.

Min Ah is playing in the sitcom as a young girl who starts getting prepared herself to get a job, and each episode is going to introduce foreign languages that are commonly used in our lives, high-level vocabularies that many people do not know, and inappropriate slangs.

Announcer Kang Seung Hwa is going to appear in Min Ah's partner, and a great number of different comedians and announcers will make cameo appearances.

Meanwhile, 'Hello Korean' is going to premiere on March 28th, and it will air from every Monday to Friday at 11:55 PM on channel KBS 1TV. The episodes can also be viewed on Naver TV Cast, Daum tvPod, and the official Facebook of KBS (https://www.facebook.com/KBSPR).