Name: Hwang Bo Date of birth: AUG 16, 1980 Physique/Bood type: 165cm/A Title/Debut: Chakra's 1st album [Han] (2000) Education: Seoul University, Dept. of Film and Television Singer Hwang Bo who was known for her tomboyish and neutral looks has undergone a shocking transformation into a sexy queen. Our special date with Hwang Bo, the current blue chip of the music market starts right now~ Hwang Bo released her mini album 'R2SONG' and made a comeback onto the stage. Hwang Bo's daring and provocative transformation has become the talk of the town amongst her fans who have been waiting for her comeback as well as amongst the public. Her title song 'R2SONG' which repeats the simple word 'vague' throughout the song is an addictive dance piece with a combination of a funky feel and a club house rhythm, and it's forecasted that it will take over the tunes in the clubs. In particular before its release in Korea, Hwang Bo's new album was released first in England, where 5 days after its release, it became the no. 1 hit song on Europe's most comprehensive source for new and back catalogue dance music. Hwang Bo emphasized sexiness with her shocking outfit, red lipstick and dark make-up, and she's pursuing the perfect sexiness through her outfits, make-up and choreography. Her provocative expressions and gestures are something we haven't seen from her until now. Currently the music industry is dominated by girl groups such as 2NE1, Girls' Generation, 4minute and others. Hwang Bo experienced the girl group popularity as a member of Chakra, and she now states that rather than being burdened by girl groups, she feels a notch more confident. She debuted in 2000 through the 4-member girl group Chakra. The singer turned actress Ryeo Won and the recently married Lee Eun were members in the group, and from their debut piece 'Han' to their 4th album's title song 'From me to you,' Chakra was the top girl group with vigorous activities in the music industry for 4 years. After the break-up of Chakra, Hwang Bo came back with a solo album 3 years later which surprisingly, was the genre of ballads. She steadily worked as a ballad singer by continuously releasing ballad tracks. Last year, it was the track 'Mature' and this April it was 'The word I can't believe.' Hwang Bo's in her 9th year in show business, and she went through a lot of changes as a singer, and she chose her debut performance as the most memorable moment out of all that happened during the past 9 years. She is radiating her talents not only on stage but also through variety programs. She appeared in an imaginary wedding variety program as a couple with SS501's Kim Hyun-joong. Like the older wife, she showed an unaffected and dignified personality, and she received praises from the public for showing a delicate, feminine side of her as well, something the public has never seen before. Above all, she is chosen as one of the fashionistas of the entertainment industry, with her stylish and characteristic outfits. She is so into fashion that she personally set up an online shopping mall. Fashionista Hwang Bo shows a new trend is always a step ahead of everyone. As much as she is the first Korean popular singer who came in the top spot on a European music chart, we can look forward to her activities overseas. Hwang Bo has been a singer for almost 10 years, but she states that she's at her happiest when singing. Her wish to live her life until the end as a singer has secured her place in the music industry. The more you see her, the more you want to know about her, and once you get to know more about her, you'll find out that she's an extremely attractive person. We have a great time meeting with the honest and confident Hwang Bo! http://www.arirang.co.kr/TV2/Star_Focus.asp?code=Ki3&F_KEY=626&sys_la...