Ha Ji Won Really Set To Be Korea's Angelina Jolie, Chooses Action Roles
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- Published on Monday, 29 April 2013 20:19
- Written by kpopstarz
Actress Ha Ji Won likes her roles with plenty of action and, whether she is playing a stuntwoman, a spy or starring in a commercial, she likes to do as much of her own stunt work as possible.The actress recently filmed an outdoor wear commercial in which she could be seen climbing up the side of a cliff in Thailand. Her calm cool demeanor in the face of such a dangerous situation impressed both the director and crew.But facing physical challenges is nothing new for Ha Ji Won.While the actress admitted that cliff climbing was difficult, it was not the first time she attempted to meet a physical challenge in the name of portraying a convincing part.For her 2010 series, "Secret Garden," she played the role of Gil Ra Im, a poor but talented stuntwoman. While the actress did have a stuntwoman of her own for some of the shots, she tried to do as many as she could.Her next role as Cha Hae Joon, an oil rig inspector in the 2011 film, "Sector 7," gave her the opportunity to do all her own stunts.Before the film went into production, she worked out for weeks to strengthen her muscles."I have a petite physique," said the actress. "So I concentrated on weight training to prevent my action scenes from looking weak and powerless."To prepare for her role, the actress spent eight-hour days swimming and lifting weights. She also obtained scuba diving and motorcycle licenses.She has made a career out of choosing physically challenging roles."My ideal female role model is someone who is not fragile, someone who is independent and charismatic," said Ha Ji Won. "I want to keep doing action scenes like Angelina Jolie."For her next role as Kim Hang Ah, a North Korean Special Forces Officer, in the drama "King 2 Hearts," she studied martial arts roles and completed her own stunts without a double. For her role in the film "sex is Zero," she learned advanced aerobics. For the film "Duelist", she learned Seonmudo, a Korean Buddhist martial art. She mastered boxing for the film "Miracle on First Street" and table tennis for the film "As One." For that role as the famous tennis player Hyeon Jeong Hwa, she spent three months being coached by the pro herself.Despite sustaining injuries on set while executing her stunts, she has never let her injuries interfere with completing a film or drama.In the same way as she has been inspired by Angelina Jolie's action films, the actress will yet inspire a new generation of female Korean action stars.
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Furious Locals Accuse Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Of Destroying Fragile Californian Coastline
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- Published on Sunday, 28 April 2013 10:25
- Written by Radar online
Furious Locals Accuse Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Of Destroying Fragile Californian Coastline.Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie‘s neighbors have labeled the Hollywood power couple “reprehensible” and “irresponsible” after they were caught illegally tearing up beaches on gas-powered racing vehicles and motorbikes along one of America’s most fragile coastlines.Pitt, 49, was photographed on Easter Sunday teaching son Knox how to drive while Maddox and Pax rode small motorbikes on the beach near their multi-million dollar Santa Barbara, Calif. ranch.But therein lies the problem for the superstars — their vehicles are prohibited by state regulations.“I am not sure if it is illegal to drive on the beach in Santa Barbara County but it is certainly reprehensible,” concerned neighbor and local environmentalist Ken Palley told RadarOnline.com.“It is massively damaging to the environment and we’d hope the people who own houses on the shoreline acted more responsibly.”And it’s not the first time the couple has annoyed local residents, who claim they’ve been bullied off the state beach by the Pitt-Jolie security team.“I’ve heard of neighbors complaining about being bullied off the state beaches,” Mike Lunsford, president of the Gaviota Coast Conservancy, told RadarOnline.com.“I think they have some over-zealous security people who have legitimate concerns about their safety and paparazzi invading their privacy… but there have been incidents where people have been just going for hike and one friend was rudely accosted.”Pitt and Jolie, 37, have a coastal ranch next to Gaviota State Park where the beaches are some of the most naturally preserved areas in the world.The couple’s decision to teach their large brood how to burn rubber is all the more perplexing given they both are devoted human right activists and environmentalists!Said Lunsford: “It’s a rare gem, the Gaviota coastline — and there’s not many places left in the world like it.”“On state beaches, only lifeguard or rescue vehicles can drive on them,” he added. “I saw the pictures, I wasn’t surprised, he probably didn’t know it was against the law. But he shouldn’t be doing it.”Other neighbors would only speak on the condition of anonymity because of a fear of reprisal if they criticized the high-powered family.“This is another example of some rich ***** who thinks he’s cool,” one said.“Maybe he just doesn’t realize what harm he could be doing and what a bad example it sets. However, it is probably not legal and is definitely not cool.”Another furious resident went even further, charging: “Neighbors have all complained because Brad started trying to keep them off the beach below his house there. This is a beach that is everyone’s and they’ve enjoyed it for years.”He added, “Brad Putt treats neighbors as if it is his beach now and he’s been bullying everyone. He’s pi**ed them all off. Maybe it’s time that Mr. Pitt gets a visit from the county.”And the Fight Club star may well expect a visit from council regulators.“It’s a protected habitat,” a source at the Santa Barbara County Council confirmed, pointing to Santa Barbara County Beaches and Parks Code, which prohibits vehicles on beaches.“Plus, it’s Californian law that the beaches are owned by the public below the knee high tide line.”
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Brad Pitt Bids for Angelina Jolie Photo of Horse Kissing her Breasts
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- Published on Sunday, 28 April 2013 10:20
- Written by IB Times
Hollywood star Brad Pitt is ready to bid big to buy a topless photograph of his partner, Angelina Jolie. The couple, dubbed Brangelina and rated one of Hollywood's most glamorous and influential pairs, will face competition for the photograph when it goes under the hammer, in London, next month.The photograph was taken by David LaChapelle and is admittedly a very racy image. It shows the then 25-year-old actress playing with a white horse and displaying her array of tattoos. She is seen with her eyes closed and her head thrown back, as the horse nuzzles her breasts. According to The National Enquirer, the 49-year-old actor "doesn't want anyone else to see Angelina Jolie horsing around." "Brad is prepared to pay whatever it takes to get the photo," a source said, "Brad finds the photo of free-spirited Angie very sexy, although he's not wild about the (Billy Bob Thornton; Angelina Jolie's former husband) tattoo on her shoulder."The photo, which will go under the hammer as part of the Wild Side of Photography sale at auction house Christie's, is expected to fetch between £25,000 and £35,000."Brad wants to keep the photo for himself but he's also out to protect Angelina's new image as an A-list actress, doting mother and United Nations human rights crusader," the insider added.Also included in the collection is a black and white photograph of the couple posing as husband and wife for Steven Klein in 2005. The image, which appeared in W magazine, was taken before the two were officially an item and is expected to raise between £8,000 and £12,000.The Mr & Mrs Smith stars have been together since 2005 and were engaged last year in April.
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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's 4-Year-Old Twins Vivienne and Knox Play Outside
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- Published on Monday, 22 April 2013 06:25
- Written by E online
Brangelina's youngest are sure growing up quickly! Yes, those children (not even toddlers anymore!) are Vivienne and Knox Jolie-Pitt. While mama Angelina Jolie ran some errands in Beverly Hills Sunday, her and Brad Pitts adorable 4-year-old twins had some fun of their own!Viv, wearing some lace-up Converse boots, black leggings and a super cute red jumper was sporting some cool temporary tattoos and nail polish. Knox, on the other hand, looked like a miniature version of his famous father in a gingham shirt, white pants and sandals.The precious twosome (and a bodyguard, of course!) looked like they were having fun outside. While Angie dropped by Barneys and had a business meeting, Viv and Knox were all smiles as they played at the Pavilions grocery store in Burbank, Calif.Too cute!
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Angelina Jolie displays worryingly thin limbs as she runs errands
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- Published on Monday, 22 April 2013 16:43
- Written by Daily Mail
As Angelina Jolie stepped out in Beverly Hills, California on Saturday, all eyes were on her gaunt frame that she tried to conceal with a long-sleeved black frock.Exiting her vehicle, the A-list actress placed her right hand on the door of her black sedan, revealing her thin hand and bony wrist.As she stepped out of the car, thin pins were hard to miss, as their fair tone contrasted with her dark ensemble.Covering her eyes from the bright rays, the 37-year-old donned a pair of aviator sunglasses with her casual attire.At one point Angelina was seen adjusting the frames to ensure her eyes were well-shielded from the bright sun.Her long brunette locks were swept back into a low ponytail, giving off a relaxed vibe.Yet, she spruced up her ensemble by teaming it with a pair of pointed nude pumps, adding a little bit of height to her skinny stems without sacrificing comfort.Keeping her essential belongings by her side, the Tomb Raider star carried a big black tote on her left shoulder.The avid philanthropist recently displayed a few grey hairs as she made an appearance at the G8 Foreign Ministers Summit in London.She was also spotted in the same basic shoes as her trip to Beverly Hills, apparently a wardrobe favourite, that she paired with a conservative outfit.Having six children to watch over certainly seems to be taking its toll on the Hollywood scarlet.
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