July 3, 2009...6:30 pm

Lee Hyori “I don’t like pretty boy/handsome man type”

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Lee Hyori’s unexpected words drew attention from the public.

On the 26th and 27th at Seoul Coex durint the nationwide star search audition for Mnet ‘Superstar K’, Lee Hyori along with Lee Sung Shul, In Soon I , Yoon Jong Shin, and other representative of the music industry were involved in the judging committee of the slow.

That day Lee Hyori said “I dislike ‘pretty boy/handsome man’ type” surprising everyone with that remark. “Recently pretty boys/handsome guys are really popular but I prefer a warm hearted charming man with his own personality.” She said this to the handsome male candidates.

Lee Hyori with her usual charisma on stage also gave advice and sharp assessment to the applicants. She said to one unabashed contestant “Try to dance without any (music) accompaniment.” She also said “Being too nice can be a hurdle for a singer” and “You have to raise your charisma to control the stage and sometimes you have to be selfish and show your face.” She also said “You may sing well but if you don’t have ambition you won’t be able to show your skills on stage. A bit of cheekiness is necessary. After a month show the people the desire in your heart.”

She ordered “Later in the future go in front of the judges and show your desire. Also make yourself believe ‘I’m the best’.” showing the know-how on how to capture the stage like a top sexy star.

Meanwhile ‘Superstar K’ started pre-election on May 3 in Incheon, followed by KangReung, Daejeon, Daegu, Kwangju, Busan and lastly Seoul. 70,000 people showed interest for ‘Superstar K’ and applied. The qualifying round to be conducted on the 24th , first broadcast will be at 11PM.

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