[Discussion] Ikemen desu ne
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[Discussion] Ikemen desu ne
What do yall think of this drama so far? How does it compare to the Korean drama?
Title: 美男ですね
Title (romaji): Ikemen desu ne
Format: Renzoku
Genre: Drama
Episodes: TBA
Broadcast network: TBS
Broadcast period: 2011-Jul-15 start
Air time: Friday 22:00
Theme song: Everybody Go by Kis-My-Ft2
Related TV show: You're Beautiful
Synopsis
The original Korean version aired in 2009 and starred Park Shin Hye, Jang Keun Suk, Lee Hong Ki, and Jung Yong Hwa. The story revolved around a fictional boy band named A.N.JELL. Park Shin Hye played a nun-in-training who has to pose as her twin brother and take his place in the group, leading to a complicated relationship between the group’s members.
A.N.JELL
Takimoto Miori as Sakuraba Mio (Male) / Sakuraba Miko (Female)
Furutachi Yura (古舘優空) as young Miko
Furutachi Kuu (古舘玖優) as young Mio
Tamamori Yuta as Katsuragi Ren
Tanaka Riu (田中理勇) as young Ren
Fujigaya Taisuke as Fujishiro Shu
Yaotome Hikaru as Hongo Yuki
http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Ikemen_desu_ne
Title: 美男ですね
Title (romaji): Ikemen desu ne
Format: Renzoku
Genre: Drama
Episodes: TBA
Broadcast network: TBS
Broadcast period: 2011-Jul-15 start
Air time: Friday 22:00
Theme song: Everybody Go by Kis-My-Ft2
Related TV show: You're Beautiful
Synopsis
The original Korean version aired in 2009 and starred Park Shin Hye, Jang Keun Suk, Lee Hong Ki, and Jung Yong Hwa. The story revolved around a fictional boy band named A.N.JELL. Park Shin Hye played a nun-in-training who has to pose as her twin brother and take his place in the group, leading to a complicated relationship between the group’s members.
A.N.JELL
Takimoto Miori as Sakuraba Mio (Male) / Sakuraba Miko (Female)
Furutachi Yura (古舘優空) as young Miko
Furutachi Kuu (古舘玖優) as young Mio
Tamamori Yuta as Katsuragi Ren
Tanaka Riu (田中理勇) as young Ren
Fujigaya Taisuke as Fujishiro Shu
Yaotome Hikaru as Hongo Yuki
http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Ikemen_desu_ne
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I didn't watch the original so can't compare. So far its enjoyable. Ren & Mio is pretty cute.
A question to those who had watched the Korean version, did the girl had a slow number solo like in this clip?:
Love her voice and that song.
Also, any other differences with the original plot?
I read once that Tamamori (Ren) is using Fushigaya (Shu) voice in A.N.Jell songs/solos. Is it true?
A question to those who had watched the Korean version, did the girl had a slow number solo like in this clip?:
Love her voice and that song.
Also, any other differences with the original plot?
I read once that Tamamori (Ren) is using Fushigaya (Shu) voice in A.N.Jell songs/solos. Is it true?
yes it has.
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Yes and no. For the A.N.JELL songs, Fujigaya Taisuke (Shu) can be heard more clearer than Tamamori Yuta's (Ren). Like when you hear the group chorus of, for example, an Arashi song, most of the time (imo) Ohno's voice is much more distinct/recognized/louder.brokenparadise wrote: I read once that Tamamori (Ren) is using Fushigaya (Shu) voice in A.N.Jell songs/solos. Is it true?
Probably because Taipi is a better singer so his voice is louder in the songs. BUT it really is Tamamori's voice in the first ep where he sings in front of the children. I don't know who keeps on spreading those rumours T_T
jdrama vs kdrama
I liked the kdrama, and I LOVED the jdrama. The pace is quicker, no unnecessarily loooong scenes, the chemistry is great, the girl is a surprisingly good actress, plus there's a ~jdrama feel added to it. Of course, the initial reaction was the cast is not as good looking as the kdrama. But as I started watching the first episode, the guys weren't as bad. I'm a new fan of Taipi and Tama!
I agree. It is a very well done remake. I like the original and I like this version too.jecca wrote:
jdrama vs kdrama
I liked the kdrama, and I LOVED the jdrama. The pace is quicker, no unnecessarily loooong scenes, the chemistry is great, the girl is a surprisingly good actress, plus there's a ~jdrama feel added to it. Of course, the initial reaction was the cast is not as good looking as the kdrama. But as I started watching the first episode, the guys weren't as bad. I'm a new fan of Taipi and Tama!
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i was wondering why aren't there a lot of people posting in this page? the boys are honestly not as hot as the kversion but the jversion is pretty entertaining in it's own way. it is fast paced and you get the gist of everything in one whole episode which i like.
though i have tiny gltich with the casting. I wish they could have gotten a hotter counter part for Jeremy and Shin Woo
and another thing...
Yuta Tamamori looks so much like Calvin Chen!!!
here's my piece of thought for it. click here
though i have tiny gltich with the casting. I wish they could have gotten a hotter counter part for Jeremy and Shin Woo
and another thing...
Yuta Tamamori looks so much like Calvin Chen!!!
here's my piece of thought for it. click here
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I really loved the Kdrama...but I agree with a lot of the comments here! The jdrama has a faster pacing that I like. Also, the kdrama was pretty awkward or didn't make too much sense at some points. This jdrama is clearer.
But...
Also, Isn't the Director too mean?? He was so nice and non-threatening in the kdrama.
Other than that... I am glad to hear that people are enjoying the drama. This is the first time I've watched a Korean drama and then the jdrama remake. And especially You're Beautiful is one of my top favorites!! So I was excited to see how it would turn out.
But...
I kinda agree with this! They could've at least done Yaotome Hikaru's hair better...biniBningPunkista wrote: though i have tiny gltich with the casting. I wish they could have gotten a hotter counter part for Jeremy and Shin Woo
Also, Isn't the Director too mean?? He was so nice and non-threatening in the kdrama.
Other than that... I am glad to hear that people are enjoying the drama. This is the first time I've watched a Korean drama and then the jdrama remake. And especially You're Beautiful is one of my top favorites!! So I was excited to see how it would turn out.
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Thanks for posting the Korean version of Alone! the song is lovely in either language.
Talking about Tamamori, his mannerism as Ren reminds me of Matsumo Jun. I'm pretty impressed.
The other a.n.jell members are cute too imo. i don't have any complains about it. Korean viewers aesthetics preference are different from Japanese viewers so the guys are more cute than hot just like the same differences fo Kpop idols vs Jpop idols.
This is the first time I'm exposed to Kis-my-ft2 and Tamamori but I'm liking what I'm seeing. Just curious about Tama singing voice. Now people are saying he's using Kitayama's (kmft2 lead vocal) voice... I thought the singing was pretty good regardless. Seem like the fans are a bit bitter Tama getting more attention than the others.jecca wrote:Yes and no. For the A.N.JELL songs, Fujigaya Taisuke (Shu) can be heard more clearer than Tamamori Yuta's (Ren). Like when you hear the group chorus of, for example, an Arashi song, most of the time (imo) Ohno's voice is much more distinct/recognized/louder.brokenparadise wrote: I read once that Tamamori (Ren) is using Fushigaya (Shu) voice in A.N.Jell songs/solos. Is it true?
Probably because Taipi is a better singer so his voice is louder in the songs. BUT it really is Tamamori's voice in the first ep where he sings in front of the children. I don't know who keeps on spreading those rumours T_T
Talking about Tamamori, his mannerism as Ren reminds me of Matsumo Jun. I'm pretty impressed.
The other a.n.jell members are cute too imo. i don't have any complains about it. Korean viewers aesthetics preference are different from Japanese viewers so the guys are more cute than hot just like the same differences fo Kpop idols vs Jpop idols.
I think its a parody of Johnny Kitagawa. He can be pretty intimidating and I think his meanness helps move the plot along.babygoober wrote: Also, Isn't the Director too mean?? He was so nice and non-threatening in the kdrama.
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When i saw Tamamori walking alongside Shu and the Yellow head guy in episode 1, i had this feeling of "Doumyouji aura" in his character. so that would basically point to Jun Matsumoto, but more on his character in HYD.brokenparadise wrote: I thought the singing was pretty good regardless. Seem like the fans are a bit bitter Tama getting more attention than the others.
Talking about Tamamori, his mannerism as Ren reminds me of Matsumo Jun. I'm pretty impressed.
I like the smiling Tamamori compared to the smiling Jang Geun Sook in YB character. lol. i don't know why but i feel that Tama's smile looks more realistic and genuine.
This. I agree completely. I feel they should've made Shu and Jeremy a little cuter ..but overall they did a pretty good job.jecca wrote:brokenparadise wrote:
jdrama vs kdrama
I liked the kdrama, and I LOVED the jdrama. The pace is quicker, no unnecessarily loooong scenes, the chemistry is great, the girl is a surprisingly good actress, plus there's a ~jdrama feel added to it. Of course, the initial reaction was the cast is not as good looking as the kdrama. But as I started watching the first episode, the guys weren't as bad. I'm a new fan of Taipi and Tama!
I also kinda like the fact that in the jdrama it is more one sided on Shu's liking her (i felt in the Kdrama they kinda made her a little more interested in him) whereas in the Jdrama she's completely aloof of him.
Ren is definatly cuter when he smiles too!
I only wish there were two episodes a week...LOL!
Yeah, he also reminds me of Matsujun as Domyouji! Tamamori's smile was sort of goofy and yes, realistic and genuine. I like Taisuke more than Yonghwa so I'm happy with that casting. I wish he had more screen time, though. And while Hikaru isn't Hongki, he has his own unique charmsbiniBningPunkista wrote:I like the smiling Tamamori compared to the smiling Jang Geun Sook in YB character. lol. i don't know why but i feel that Tama's smile looks more realistic and genuine.brokenparadise wrote: I thought the singing was pretty good regardless. Seem like the fans are a bit bitter Tama getting more attention than the others.
Talking about Tamamori, his mannerism as Ren reminds me of Matsumo Jun. I'm pretty impressed.
Can't wait for the next episodes! I also hope they release the A.N.JELL songs as singles.
And have you followed "Katsuragi Ren" on twitter? @katsuragiren in case you didn't catch it during episode 4 lol
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I love the thought that twitting is such a hype in this version. since in the kversion it was only in Mio's imagination that everyone knew he was lost and people are in great panic.. oh and btw... i tried twitting him. just for kicks. if he replies... that would totally make my day!!!!jecca wrote: And have you followed "Katsuragi Ren" on twitter? @katsuragiren in case you didn't catch it during episode 4 lol
then... it still makes me wonder if IT REALLY is him. LOL
where is that google translator pop-up when i need one???
have you guys seen episode 5 yet??? how cute is that bday hug scene??? I'm going crazy over that one and this part too...
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I loved that part!!! When they were showing the 10sec break with the ads/sponsors and that seen was previewed in the background I was like OMG. I've watched the kdrama and most scenes are exactly the same as the kdrama, but for some reason, the jdrama made it new/exciting all over again.biniBningPunkista wrote:jecca wrote: have you guys seen episode 5 yet??? how cute is that bday hug scene??? I'm going crazy over that one and this part too...
see what i mean about that smile?
I'm watching this but I've never seen the K-Drama. I agree that I thought Ren reminded me of Domyouji. I guess it's that spoiled bratty character that makes them seem similar. I'm liking Ren and Shu's actors but Yuki(?)'s actor doesn't seem the type to be considered an Ikemen...but everyone's got their own tastes. Personally I prefer Fujigaya to Tamamori, and feel so bad every time Mio leaves Shu for Ren.... The worst was when he bough her those shoes....it made me so sad (T_T)
Looking forward to tonight's episode!
Looking forward to tonight's episode!
I didn't know about the Korean version, too because I don't watch K-Dramas
but I think the Japanese version is really great and after every episode I want to watch the next one
Yuki is very funny and I see a little bit of Nakatsu from Hana Kimi in him because of his fantasies etc
about Shu I only feel pitifulness and it makes me sad when he does all for Mio but she runs after Ren
when I first saw Ren I thought that he has a very cold character, but after his cleaning thing because of Mio's vomiting and the end of episode 2 I feel more sympathy for him
especially after episode 3 because he made the fake official dating thing with NANA (I hate her !) to protect Mio
but I think the Japanese version is really great and after every episode I want to watch the next one
Yuki is very funny and I see a little bit of Nakatsu from Hana Kimi in him because of his fantasies etc
about Shu I only feel pitifulness and it makes me sad when he does all for Mio but she runs after Ren
when I first saw Ren I thought that he has a very cold character, but after his cleaning thing because of Mio's vomiting and the end of episode 2 I feel more sympathy for him
especially after episode 3 because he made the fake official dating thing with NANA (I hate her !) to protect Mio
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I'm really happy this thread has reached 2 pages! it means people are actually watching and having inputs about the drama. i really hope this keeps coming... i love spazzing out about a current drama i am enjoying really well.
there is so much similarity with the original but still has it's own charm.
i need to re-watch the K-version though because there are some situations in the jdrama which i think isn't in the k-version, but i just want to be sure. i was also waiting for that time when Ren is supposed to take Mio around the block and back to the building but they ended up getting lost instead, just like in the forest. since that kind of character was in the original. it shows another weakness of the lead singer of ANJELL - that is his lack knowledge when it comes to directions. it sort-of disappointed me that they didn't include that in his character. sort-of disappointed... but not much ^_^v
as for Shu... if you've seen the kversion you'd feel the same. because I FELT the same for the KVersion, but not in this version which partly i think is because of Shu. i just don't feel the chemistry between him and Mio. the Kversion emmitted so much chemistry between the 2nd lead and the main actress that i almost wanted to jump ship! i just feel so sad for Shu that the girl he likes never gives him a side ward glance at all. *sigh*
as much as i don't like Yuki, i can't deny that HE DOES act like Nakatsu!!! don't you find it funny when he talks to himself taking up that Nakatsu aura of being self conflicted? (oh how i wish yuki was Ikuta Toma instead. lol) this at least adds charm to his character, and for that reason alone i cannot throw him off in a corner and ignore him.
as for Ren, I HATED IT when Nana is trying to control the wits out of him. i'm like, "Die Nana b*tch. DIE!" and to think he's doing all of this to Mio without understanding himself as to why he's going all the lengths to do those things for her.
Also, have you noted that he, is trying to fish compliments from Mio??? I think that part of Ren is soOo cute.
i feel you there! honestly, i've never enjoyed a remake like this as much as HYD. this is by far the second jdrama remake/adaptation i have enjoyed.jecca wrote:I loved that part!!! When they were showing the 10sec break with the ads/sponsors and that seen was previewed in the background I was like OMG. I've watched the kdrama and most scenes are exactly the same as the kdrama, but for some reason, the jdrama made it new/exciting all over again.
there is so much similarity with the original but still has it's own charm.
i need to re-watch the K-version though because there are some situations in the jdrama which i think isn't in the k-version, but i just want to be sure. i was also waiting for that time when Ren is supposed to take Mio around the block and back to the building but they ended up getting lost instead, just like in the forest. since that kind of character was in the original. it shows another weakness of the lead singer of ANJELL - that is his lack knowledge when it comes to directions. it sort-of disappointed me that they didn't include that in his character. sort-of disappointed... but not much ^_^v
I saw Yuki's face in a magazine clip and gaaad... the kid looked hot in it. i wish he just remained in the glossy pages and not in the screen. lolz. i'm being mean... but still! I want him to buff up a little bit. he's so skinny and his teeth are turning me off all the way whenever he smiles. T_T it makes me want to cringe every time i see his teeth.enggrrl wrote:I'm watching this but I've never seen the K-Drama. I agree that I thought Ren reminded me of Domyouji. I guess it's that spoiled bratty character that makes them seem similar. I'm liking Ren and Shu's actors but Yuki(?)'s actor doesn't seem the type to be considered an Ikemen...but everyone's got their own tastes. Personally I prefer Fujigaya to Tamamori, and feel so bad every time Mio leaves Shu for Ren.... The worst was when he bough her those shoes....it made me so sad (T_T)
Looking forward to tonight's episode!
as for Shu... if you've seen the kversion you'd feel the same. because I FELT the same for the KVersion, but not in this version which partly i think is because of Shu. i just don't feel the chemistry between him and Mio. the Kversion emmitted so much chemistry between the 2nd lead and the main actress that i almost wanted to jump ship! i just feel so sad for Shu that the girl he likes never gives him a side ward glance at all. *sigh*
the japanese version is great. it's short, concise and very very heart warming.Ryuuta wrote:I didn't know about the Korean version, too because I don't watch K-Dramas but I think the Japanese version is really great and after every episode I want to watch the next one
Yuki is very funny and I see a little bit of Nakatsu from Hana Kimi in him because of his fantasies etc
about Shu I only feel pitifulness and it makes me sad when he does all for Mio but she runs after Ren
when I first saw Ren I thought that he has a very cold character, but after his cleaning thing because of Mio's vomiting and the end of episode 2 I feel more sympathy for him
especially after episode 3 because he made the fake official dating thing with NANA (I hate her !) to protect Mio
as much as i don't like Yuki, i can't deny that HE DOES act like Nakatsu!!! don't you find it funny when he talks to himself taking up that Nakatsu aura of being self conflicted? (oh how i wish yuki was Ikuta Toma instead. lol) this at least adds charm to his character, and for that reason alone i cannot throw him off in a corner and ignore him.
as for Ren, I HATED IT when Nana is trying to control the wits out of him. i'm like, "Die Nana b*tch. DIE!" and to think he's doing all of this to Mio without understanding himself as to why he's going all the lengths to do those things for her.
Also, have you noted that he, is trying to fish compliments from Mio??? I think that part of Ren is soOo cute.
Of course I noticedbiniBningPunkista wrote: Also, have you noted that he, is trying to fish compliments from Mio??? I think that part of Ren is soOo cute.
It was when he asked her why she chose to sleep in his room instead of Shu's or Yuki's
and he was obviously disappointed because she said "because you're the only one who knows that I'm a woman"
and other things, too
f.e. you can see how his bad character melts away when he is with Mio and is able to smile !
and I think that he saw Mio as a complete woman at the beginning of episode 3 was a very good thing because now he sees a woman in her and not as an imposter to get rid of like in episode 2
of course it's funny when Yuki talks to himself and with his fantasies it's more fun
I don't know what will happen in episode 5 (I'm waiting for episode 6 with subs and then watch it together) but what I know is that Yuki will have more screentime and I think that it was time because the most screentime was for Shu-Mio and Ren-Mio so far
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I also like her singing voice. I hope they release a single as A.N.JELL since they've already performed (not live though) in several music shows.SomeCallMeChris wrote:I agree ;) I really like Miori's singing voice. I'm going to have to keep an eye out and see if I can get some of her tracks - I'm sure they'll be released on the soundtrack CD if nothing else. Obnoxiously expensive as they are, I might just have to get the soundtrack CD for this one!
She is a good singer, but I think she sounds like a girl. But then again so did Joey MacIntyre from NKOTB when they made their debut, so I guess if you think she's a boy, you'll just hear a boy with a high voice.
I hate Nana, but I love her assistant. He makes me laugh!
Friday's episode...eeeep! But there is a cameo by Shingo from SMAP which is really funny.
I hate Nana, but I love her assistant. He makes me laugh!
Friday's episode...eeeep! But there is a cameo by Shingo from SMAP which is really funny.
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Miori (Mio) was an idol before she belongs to a girl group called SweetS but the broke up last 2006:
SweetS - Sky
SweetS / on the way ~約束の場所へ~
Miori - One (Miori's solo)
honestly I like her voice better than the korean ver ^^
yeah president ando is parodying Johnny kitagawa when he says the "You" stuff is the way johnny talks lol
SweetS - Sky
SweetS / on the way ~約束の場所へ~
Miori - One (Miori's solo)
honestly I like her voice better than the korean ver ^^
yeah president ando is parodying Johnny kitagawa when he says the "You" stuff is the way johnny talks lol
I think that's why I love Shu so much, it is totally one sided. I feel like you can tell he really likes her, (the actor emotes well) but that she doesn't see him as anything but a friend.biniBningPunkista wrote:as for Shu... if you've seen the kversion you'd feel the same. because I FELT the same for the KVersion, but not in this version which partly i think is because of Shu. i just don't feel the chemistry between him and Mio. the Kversion emmitted so much chemistry between the 2nd lead and the main actress that i almost wanted to jump ship! i just feel so sad for Shu that the girl he likes never gives him a side ward glance at all. *sigh*
I liked Ren a little better in this last episode. I think he looks better with that bed head/no style rather than all done up.
Nana, Nana, Nana....I'm starting to love to hate her. Which is a sign of a good actress, when you hate the character passionately, cause if it's crappy acting you just don't care.
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Now that you mentioned it, she does cry quite a bit. I think it's because it's a remake of the kdrama, it tends to have melodramatic moments, and they tend to be important so when you condense all that into a short jdrama, voila?
I love the first ep of this drama actually, it was new material and so very jdrama. Other than that horray for the pacing. I also thought Shu and Yuki weren't cute enough, but they grow on you, that's the charm of jdrama.
Really random, but I like Nana's makeup artist, so stereotypically flamboyant and gay.
I love the first ep of this drama actually, it was new material and so very jdrama. Other than that horray for the pacing. I also thought Shu and Yuki weren't cute enough, but they grow on you, that's the charm of jdrama.
Really random, but I like Nana's makeup artist, so stereotypically flamboyant and gay.
I find it annoying that she tears up constantly too, but I guess when you've been raised in a nunnery, you don't have to deal with your emotions all that much...and it does give her an excuse to make that pig face that Mabuchi taught her, which is really funny. You'd think she'd have realized it's not helping.
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I am now officially liking Yuki. (ignoring the fact that he's too skinny and his teeth are not aligned) still... this is a progress in my part. lolz. it's a good thing they finally came to the point on Yuki's screen time and more talking to himself. and the ALMOST kiss! wahahaha... i almost died laughing on that one.Ryuuta wrote: of course it's funny when Yuki talks to himself and with his fantasies it's more fun
I don't know what will happen in episode 5 (I'm waiting for episode 6 with subs and then watch it together) but what I know is that Yuki will have more screentime and I think that it was time because the most screentime was for Shu-Mio and Ren-Mio so far
i have to agree with you on that part of Shu's charm. it's TOO one sided and you could totally feel the unrequited love coming off in his character. it's too sad and yet... noble in some sense.enggrrl wrote:I think that's why I love Shu so much, it is totally one sided. I feel like you can tell he really likes her, (the actor emotes well) but that she doesn't see him as anything but a friend.
I liked Ren a little better in this last episode. I think he looks better with that bed head/no style rather than all done up.
Nana, Nana, Nana....I'm starting to love to hate her. Which is a sign of a good actress, when you hate the character passionately, cause if it's crappy acting you just don't care.
Epi 6Can't wait for next week's episode!!!
as for nana... i felt the same way during the Kversion. the antagonistic character was not sub-par at all. you'd want to seriously crank up and see them bleed because of that Diva attitude. Mio is such a sweet kid to see Nana bully her all the way without any pause. T_T makes me want to go inside the screen and smack sense into that wicked girl.
as for episode 6, i'm going to answer your last question in spoiler since this would also relate to Lludara's post. oh, and btw... i like Ren's hairstyle on a relaxed mode too
Lludara wrote:Enggrrl... Don't read this if you don't want to know what happens later in the episodes but to answer one of your questions....
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this is one of my favorite high lights in episode 6: click here
I seriously rolled out laughing on this one. >_<
i'll spazz out again after seeing episode 7
I seriously rolled out laughing on this one. >_<
i'll spazz out again after seeing episode 7
I have been reading this thread from time to time out of fun. I have skimmed through ep 1-4 and as it was practically exact copy of k-version with faster pace ( which of course it has to be as Jdramas are not as long as Kdramas) with less attractive guys except the main lead I did not continue.
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I watched You are beautiful up to ep 12 and dropped it, I couldn't stand the unnecessarily long scenes and the acting of some of the cast. so I was hesitant to watch the Japanese remake. I passed by this thread and read the positive feed backs about this drama and I decided to give it a shot & I'm glad I did!
at first I wasn't sure about the cast since all of them are newbies but I was surprised by the actor who played ren, he really managed to pull off the character and I love the acting of Mio. you can feel the chemistry between them and how cute they are together.
I really liked
and I especially loved this scene in episode 6
I can't wait to watch episode 7~
at first I wasn't sure about the cast since all of them are newbies but I was surprised by the actor who played ren, he really managed to pull off the character and I love the acting of Mio. you can feel the chemistry between them and how cute they are together.
I really liked
I can't wait to watch episode 7~
I almost dropped the kdrama around episode 14 (ikr, only 2 left lol) because I felt at some point it was getting ridiculous and it was going nowhere. I know the jdrama is basically following the same story, but I hope they tie the loose ends better than the kdrama.Love Angel wrote:I watched You are beautiful up to ep 12 and dropped it, I couldn't stand the unnecessarily long scenes and the acting of some of the cast. so I was hesitant to watch the Japanese remake. I passed by this thread and read the positive feed backs about this drama and I decided to give it a shot & I'm glad I did!
at first I wasn't sure about the cast since all of them are newbies but I was surprised by the actor who played ren, he really managed to pull off the character and I love the acting of Mio. you can feel the chemistry between them and how cute they are together.
And in my opinion, I like the jdrama lead actors because their acting is much more raw and natural. Awkward at times, but at least it's never over the top.
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Issy! i was surprised to see your comment here. lolz... i thought i would only be seeing you in kdrama threads. >_< thanks for this info! i do remember Mio's mom as an upcoming artist... but i wasn't sure about the real past. this was a great refresher. i hope they don't make the history too melodramatic in this version.Issy wrote:I have been reading this thread from time to time out of fun. I have skimmed through ep 1-4 and as it was practically exact copy of k-version with faster pace ( which of course it has to be as Jdramas are not as long as Kdramas) with less attractive guys except the main lead I did not continue.
Regarding the parents
this calls for a You're Beautiful Re-run.
That's the sad thing about Kdramas... sometimes they seem to drag on and on and on... then the ending sometimes doesn't become worth it. They are good in the beginning but the ending usually sucks. BUT then again not all kdramas end sucky like You're Beautiful. i like the fact that You're Beautiful had a good ending... makes me anticipate Ikemen Desu's ending as well. can't wait for that one revealing factor!!! (sometimes, in drama land... it's the journey that counts and not the end)Love Angel wrote:I watched You are beautiful up to ep 12 and dropped it, I couldn't stand the unnecessarily long scenes and the acting of some of the cast. so I was hesitant to watch the Japanese remake. I passed by this thread and read the positive feed backs about this drama and I decided to give it a shot & I'm glad I did!
at first I wasn't sure about the cast since all of them are newbies but I was surprised by the actor who played ren, he really managed to pull off the character and I love the acting of Mio. you can feel the chemistry between them and how cute they are together.
oh, and btw... this is totally
Your avatar, is it from "The girl who leaped through time?"
I love this drama even thought i don't really like the K-version. When i watch the first episode, i fall in love with Shu and after that with Fujigaya Taisuke and Kisumai, love their music although i don't really like J-pop.
I want to say something so i regrister in this forum.
In Episode 7, i don't accepte the attitude of Mio. She promises to meet Shu's girlfriend and explain any misunderstandings but she doesn't come and doesn't tell him that. After that, when Mio meets Shu again, she doesn't really feel guitly and in her head there is only the kiss beweent Ren and Nana. I feel so sad for Shu and my heart's breaking when i see his smile, it's really hurt.
I want to say something so i regrister in this forum.
In Episode 7, i don't accepte the attitude of Mio. She promises to meet Shu's girlfriend and explain any misunderstandings but she doesn't come and doesn't tell him that. After that, when Mio meets Shu again, she doesn't really feel guitly and in her head there is only the kiss beweent Ren and Nana. I feel so sad for Shu and my heart's breaking when i see his smile, it's really hurt.
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is this from ep.8? i manage to catch 10 minutes of it streaming before getting cut-off. I'm following Ikemen Desu ne but had only skimmed over You Are Beautiful which includes watching the ending climax between Korean Ren and Korean Mio. a question...enggrrl wrote:okay....
Yeah it's from ep 8, I quite like that scene actually since it's new I believe.brokenparadise wrote:is this from ep.8? i manage to catch 10 minutes of it streaming before getting cut-off. I'm following Ikemen Desu ne but had only skimmed over You Are Beautiful which includes watching the ending climax between Korean Ren and Korean Mio. a question...enggrrl wrote:okay....Reading others reaction, it seems they are following the original plot so that's why I'm asking.
Regarding your spoiler question, what scene are you talking about..?
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It's the ending reveal whenSkibblu wrote:Yeah it's from ep 8, I quite like that scene actually since it's new I believe.brokenparadise wrote:is this from ep.8? i manage to catch 10 minutes of it streaming before getting cut-off. I'm following Ikemen Desu ne but had only skimmed over You Are Beautiful which includes watching the ending climax between Korean Ren and Korean Mio. a question...enggrrl wrote:okay....Reading others reaction, it seems they are following the original plot so that's why I'm asking.
Regarding your spoiler question, what scene are you talking about..?
oh, i watched episode 8. my english isn't good so please fogive me.
I can't stand Mio because she doesn't care anything but Ren. Shu help her to solve her trouble, take care of her, but she doesn't care about him and his feeling ) it's so humor )
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I couldn`t help myself from making a fanvid from this simply adorable dorama!
I started watching it out of boredom and i irremediably fell for it:))XD
Anyway,here`s the vid! For those that haven`t watched ep 9 yet beware as it has some tiny spoilers!:)
Jya, yoroshiku!
http://www.trilulilu.ro/leeslittlealien/91da0ce41a1e0b
i can`t seem to be able to embed it so i`ll post the link instead
I started watching it out of boredom and i irremediably fell for it:))XD
Anyway,here`s the vid! For those that haven`t watched ep 9 yet beware as it has some tiny spoilers!:)
Jya, yoroshiku!
http://www.trilulilu.ro/leeslittlealien/91da0ce41a1e0b
i can`t seem to be able to embed it so i`ll post the link instead
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I like this drama A LOT but is getting exasperated with the kissing scenes. Seriously.. WHY CAN'T TAMA KISS A GIRL PROPERLY? No, I don't want to hear, it's a Japanese standard to kiss like walls because I've seen his senpai did better. Is it because the actors underage? I hope it is because the kissing scenes are such a huge turn off for me, I need reasons to justify them.
tbh, I'm confused why I still like this drama so much.
Another important question, can somebody please explain why the real Mio was absent/ missing until now.. he's uber hot btw. I wish there's a real guy with that body and Miori's head exist somewhere in Japan..
What was the reason in the Korean version? They might have explained it in the Japan version but probably I missed it.
Thanks in advance
tbh, I'm confused why I still like this drama so much.
Another important question, can somebody please explain why the real Mio was absent/ missing until now.. he's uber hot btw. I wish there's a real guy with that body and Miori's head exist somewhere in Japan..
What was the reason in the Korean version? They might have explained it in the Japan version but probably I missed it.
Thanks in advance
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Thank you! Is it the same reason in the original version?enggrrl wrote:In the first episode, IIRC Mabuchi says that Real Mio got in a drunken fight and had to have surgery in America to fix his broken nose and he'd need 3 months to recover, but A.N.JELL (probably the director) weren't going to wait that long, so he brought in Miko, otherwise they'd find someone else.
That raised a lot of questions about how they'll end it.. did Real Mio ever contacted his sister while he's away, or why America and who's paying for his stay there, or are they going to come clean with the sibling swapping story since I'm pretty sure Ren will
It's close, but in the Korean versionbrokenparadise wrote:Thank you! Is it the same reason in the original version?enggrrl wrote:In the first episode, IIRC Mabuchi says that Real Mio got in a drunken fight and had to have surgery in America to fix his broken nose and he'd need 3 months to recover, but A.N.JELL (probably the director) weren't going to wait that long, so he brought in Miko, otherwise they'd find someone else.
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That's a lulzy reason.. kinda stupid . So the Korean Mio is not exactly identical with Korean Miko.TofuQueen wrote:It's close, but in the Korean versionbrokenparadise wrote:Thank you! Is it the same reason in the original version?enggrrl wrote:In the first episode, IIRC Mabuchi says that Real Mio got in a drunken fight and had to have surgery in America to fix his broken nose and he'd need 3 months to recover, but A.N.JELL (probably the director) weren't going to wait that long, so he brought in Miko, otherwise they'd find someone else.
You should. I've read several comments online, a lot of those who love the original seems to prefer the Japanese version more.I'm still debating with myself whether I want to watch the Japanese version or not, but I bet I will~
I second watching the japanese version - I love the original and it seems the japanese are doing a great job of recreating it.
As to the kiss scenes...well, there's a couple of reasons i see. 1) the korean version kisses were EXACTLY the same way. I love the korean series except for the kiss scenes, I mean, as hot headed as he is he should be slapping a pretty passionate kiss on her in my eyes, especially with it being in the heat of the moment like they always seem to be. 2) Tamamori (Ren) is not quite as seasoned an actor as some of the others - and there's also a fact that he's a johnny and only 20 (ish, or around there) - I know that Johnny's aren't allowed to have girlfriends till they were like 26 or so(not publically)... So possibly there's those two things holding him back. 3) The last thing is simply lack of chemistry. I mean him and mio could be just great friends and can't really make it look hot?
Now, I've seen some decent kiss scenes from Matsumoto Jun, but again, he was a much older, seasoned actor when he did them. On TV for hana yori dango (2007ish..), they were pecks, but in the movie (2010) and his last monday night drama (2011) they were more intense. Not to mention other johnny's that do better kissing scenes.....
And yes on the nose surgery in the japanese version...for some reason I was thinking it was a nose surgery in the korean one too, but it's been tooooo long since I watched it.
As to the kiss scenes...well, there's a couple of reasons i see. 1) the korean version kisses were EXACTLY the same way. I love the korean series except for the kiss scenes, I mean, as hot headed as he is he should be slapping a pretty passionate kiss on her in my eyes, especially with it being in the heat of the moment like they always seem to be. 2) Tamamori (Ren) is not quite as seasoned an actor as some of the others - and there's also a fact that he's a johnny and only 20 (ish, or around there) - I know that Johnny's aren't allowed to have girlfriends till they were like 26 or so(not publically)... So possibly there's those two things holding him back. 3) The last thing is simply lack of chemistry. I mean him and mio could be just great friends and can't really make it look hot?
Now, I've seen some decent kiss scenes from Matsumoto Jun, but again, he was a much older, seasoned actor when he did them. On TV for hana yori dango (2007ish..), they were pecks, but in the movie (2010) and his last monday night drama (2011) they were more intense. Not to mention other johnny's that do better kissing scenes.....
And yes on the nose surgery in the japanese version...for some reason I was thinking it was a nose surgery in the korean one too, but it's been tooooo long since I watched it.
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I disagree about the lack of chemistry but its purely my own opinion. I do see the sparks between Tama & Miori so it frustrate me when they didn't deliver. Character-wise both Ren and Miko are quite innocent but INNOCENT kisses can be intimate too. I don't really care if Tama a seasoned actor or not. He should commit to the kiss. At least make it softer and not WALL like. I'm surprised the kissing in the original is pretty similar.. maybe I was expecting too much from JGS lol.Lludara wrote: As to the kiss scenes...well, there's a couple of reasons i see. 1) the korean version kisses were EXACTLY the same way. I love the korean series except for the kiss scenes, I mean, as hot headed as he is he should be slapping a pretty passionate kiss on her in my eyes, especially with it being in the heat of the moment like they always seem to be. 2) Tamamori (Ren) is not quite as seasoned an actor as some of the others - and there's also a fact that he's a johnny and only 20 (ish, or around there) - I know that Johnny's aren't allowed to have girlfriends till they were like 26 or so(not publically)... So possibly there's those two things holding him back. 3) The last thing is simply lack of chemistry. I mean him and mio could be just great friends and can't really make it look hot?
There are Johnnys who had quite memorable kissing scenes in their early 20s like Matsujun & Takki (Majo no Jouken - Matsushima Nanako). The only difference is the actresses were mature ladies (not exactly old, but around late 20s - 30ish). So I think it might be Miori's fault for being too young instead of Tama's fault for being a Johnny .
So you've never seen him in Kimi wa Petto (2003) or Tokyo Tower (2004)? He was around 20-22 when he did them. Kimura Takuya is the only Johnny who tops Jun's kisses imo. I can't recall other Johnnys kissing scenes as much as those two. They are unforgettable.Now, I've seen some decent kiss scenes from Matsumoto Jun, but again, he was a much older, seasoned actor when he did them. On TV for hana yori dango (2007ish..), they were pecks, but in the movie (2010) and his last monday night drama (2011) they were more intense. Not to mention other johnny's that do better kissing scenes.....
I can't believe I found this forum juz now...
I was late...too late...
Well, I watched YaB....successively until SECOND ep....
poor me...
i can't stand the dragginess of the plot...
and robots playing humans-like acting...
But...the only reason I had to watch this remake is totally 100% that guy in the attachment flie fault...
(I unable to post that as a pic even tho tried so many times so....gomen)
But after finishing the 1st ep, I was very impatiently to wait for the next...
Even tho my japanese understanding is slightly higher than 0, I can surprisingly watched every ep w/out subs,once....and 2nd time, w/ subs...
So, about the j-ver, my personal view about the cast choices:
Please bare in mind that this review was written by me after I watched the 8th ep...
(currently i'm on track, ep 10)
And It's juz my personal point of view....
[spoiler]Tamamori as Ren—> to be honest, I think anybody can play this role, an arrogant yet innocently naive guy…so, whoever gets this role can potray it good…but why Tamamori? He’s way younger than JGS (he’s 21 this year) so the charming aura isn’t there yet…acting-wise, Tamamori has give a good try but the aura is not as good as JGS….(even tho his make-up is the same)...Expression-wise, this boy has no problem in making those ugly expressions because he’s like that….Bare in mind that this boy never play guitar on stage until this drama is made….but he can play drums…
Takimoto as Mio—> Can’t everybody see she’s totally a girl? Acting-wise, since I never see her acting in other dramas so I can credit her….Forget the fact that she’s visibly seen as a girl, Miori doesn’t overact but sometimes her attemption in doing cute faces slightly irritating….but I like it when she expressed the feeling of "I’m a girl….I want to dress like a girl but I’m a boy now…" Being a girlish girl that being forced to be a boy, this feeling is understood…
Hikaru as Yuki—> This boy can sleep when the rest are trying hard to fit in the characters…why? Yuki is hikaru and hikaru is yuki…Acting-wise, nothing much to say bcoz he almost doesn’t act at all….but the scene where he brought Mio to the park(?) and bus-ride, I approve…the feeling of "even tho it’s wrong for me to like you, let me be juz a friend" is understandable…he works hard to play the drums…and yes, blonde doesn’t fit him well….he’s much cuter with black hair…
Fujigaya as Shu—> I must say that I’m too biased for this guy….But he really did a good job being Shu…why? Fujigaya in real life is a fast-talker….very fast until sometimes you can’t catch up what he said….but Shu, is talking like a snail…and Shu is a very gentle and brotherly guy…A guy who never let his feeling out…the real Fujigaya is a bit short-tempered person, an outspoken person…Shu is totally different from him…I like the way he shows his brotherhood towards everyone…Acting-wise, this guy rarely act…i’m not sure it’s a good thing or not but I seldom can tell whether he’s a good actor….he acts very well on stage…but I might say only 70% or 80% of this is potrayed on screen…this guy never holds a guitar on stage so his stiffness holding the instruments is forgiveable...
Singing-wise: tamamori can’t sing really well…The reason why the songs is nicely heard bcoz Fujigaya’s voice is there to cover up tamamori’s…(yes, the husky and high pitched voice is his)
Looks-wise: As I’ve written about tamamori’s aura, he’s no compare to JGS but he’s still cute….cuter when he lets his front hair down…Yuki, not as cute as Jeremy (yes, Hongki IS cute) but he’s funnily adorable...and I can't understand why people keep complaining about his teeth bcoz those teeth make him more cuter and different...but blond doesn't fit him well tho….and tanned-Shu, it’s summer so…not only tan, he’s too skinny(blame Johnny for giving him too much works and thinking to be made after debuting)..not only that, he looks very gloomy and tired (poor this guy but can't the make up artist do something about this? like he/she did to tamamori)….in reality, Fujigaya is darker than the rest so that makes him a 'burnt' A.N.JELL…(don’t blame him…blame who picks him)[/spoiler]
But one thing for sure, I never know Fujigaya can be such a heartbroken guy...
I was late...too late...
Well, I watched YaB....successively until SECOND ep....
poor me...
i can't stand the dragginess of the plot...
and robots playing humans-like acting...
But...the only reason I had to watch this remake is totally 100% that guy in the attachment flie fault...
(I unable to post that as a pic even tho tried so many times so....gomen)
But after finishing the 1st ep, I was very impatiently to wait for the next...
Even tho my japanese understanding is slightly higher than 0, I can surprisingly watched every ep w/out subs,once....and 2nd time, w/ subs...
So, about the j-ver, my personal view about the cast choices:
Please bare in mind that this review was written by me after I watched the 8th ep...
(currently i'm on track, ep 10)
And It's juz my personal point of view....
[spoiler]Tamamori as Ren—> to be honest, I think anybody can play this role, an arrogant yet innocently naive guy…so, whoever gets this role can potray it good…but why Tamamori? He’s way younger than JGS (he’s 21 this year) so the charming aura isn’t there yet…acting-wise, Tamamori has give a good try but the aura is not as good as JGS….(even tho his make-up is the same)...Expression-wise, this boy has no problem in making those ugly expressions because he’s like that….Bare in mind that this boy never play guitar on stage until this drama is made….but he can play drums…
Takimoto as Mio—> Can’t everybody see she’s totally a girl? Acting-wise, since I never see her acting in other dramas so I can credit her….Forget the fact that she’s visibly seen as a girl, Miori doesn’t overact but sometimes her attemption in doing cute faces slightly irritating….but I like it when she expressed the feeling of "I’m a girl….I want to dress like a girl but I’m a boy now…" Being a girlish girl that being forced to be a boy, this feeling is understood…
Hikaru as Yuki—> This boy can sleep when the rest are trying hard to fit in the characters…why? Yuki is hikaru and hikaru is yuki…Acting-wise, nothing much to say bcoz he almost doesn’t act at all….but the scene where he brought Mio to the park(?) and bus-ride, I approve…the feeling of "even tho it’s wrong for me to like you, let me be juz a friend" is understandable…he works hard to play the drums…and yes, blonde doesn’t fit him well….he’s much cuter with black hair…
Fujigaya as Shu—> I must say that I’m too biased for this guy….But he really did a good job being Shu…why? Fujigaya in real life is a fast-talker….very fast until sometimes you can’t catch up what he said….but Shu, is talking like a snail…and Shu is a very gentle and brotherly guy…A guy who never let his feeling out…the real Fujigaya is a bit short-tempered person, an outspoken person…Shu is totally different from him…I like the way he shows his brotherhood towards everyone…Acting-wise, this guy rarely act…i’m not sure it’s a good thing or not but I seldom can tell whether he’s a good actor….he acts very well on stage…but I might say only 70% or 80% of this is potrayed on screen…this guy never holds a guitar on stage so his stiffness holding the instruments is forgiveable...
Singing-wise: tamamori can’t sing really well…The reason why the songs is nicely heard bcoz Fujigaya’s voice is there to cover up tamamori’s…(yes, the husky and high pitched voice is his)
Looks-wise: As I’ve written about tamamori’s aura, he’s no compare to JGS but he’s still cute….cuter when he lets his front hair down…Yuki, not as cute as Jeremy (yes, Hongki IS cute) but he’s funnily adorable...and I can't understand why people keep complaining about his teeth bcoz those teeth make him more cuter and different...but blond doesn't fit him well tho….and tanned-Shu, it’s summer so…not only tan, he’s too skinny(blame Johnny for giving him too much works and thinking to be made after debuting)..not only that, he looks very gloomy and tired (poor this guy but can't the make up artist do something about this? like he/she did to tamamori)….in reality, Fujigaya is darker than the rest so that makes him a 'burnt' A.N.JELL…(don’t blame him…blame who picks him)[/spoiler]
But one thing for sure, I never know Fujigaya can be such a heartbroken guy...
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i still wasn't able to watch this series... reading all the comments posted made me really curious so i'm downloading all the series right this instant! ahaha.. and then, i'm going to say something right after i have watched all the episodes.. i have watched the korean version almost a year ago already so i'm really excited to see this one..
will wait for your comment....nyanko_sukidesu wrote:i still wasn't able to watch this series... reading all the comments posted made me really curious so i'm downloading all the series right this instant! ahaha.. and then, i'm going to say something right after i have watched all the episodes.. i have watched the korean version almost a year ago already so i'm really excited to see this one..
go watch it now....
it's worth your time.
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I have to disagree with you about Ren and Tama Yuta
I think Tama yuta has played the role perfectly although he is a rookie actor. I know he is still young and just barely reach 21. He's just keeping on improving through each episode.
As you can see, during episodes 1, 2, 3, he still had some awkwardness in portraying Ren's emotional; however, since episode 4 until now, I think he exceeds my expectation for the role, and I love Ren so much, he has been my most favorite character in the drama so far.
I give Tama Yuta an applause for keeping me interest more and more as each episode passing by, because I did love the original so much, I even bought the director DVD cut of the original YAB, and before watching Ikemen Desu Ne, I thought no one could part up with JGS playing HTK . To be honest, I have some prejudice against idols turning into actors, I prefer the professional actors over the Idol-acting.
Thus, at first, I watched Ikemen Desu ne just only because I loved the original and was curious about how could Japanese idols act in this remake.
Now, I'm addicted to this remake, it's just getting better and better and not much of draggy, and Tama Yuta is the main reason I stick to this remake .
I did watch the original version more than 5 times, so why I have to watch this version if nothing interest me , so it must be Tama Yuta and the ways he's portraying Ren character.
As compared to JGS, I think while JGS is a refined talent, Yuta is a raw talent in acting. Considering his background as an idol and he just acted 2 small roles in 2 previous movie and drama, I would say Yuta's acting is still raw, but still charming no matter what. If he chose to sharpen and refine his acting skills through more dramas and movies, I believe he would be a very fine actor in the future.
On the other hand, JGS is a professional actor who has been acting various roles in many movies and drama for more than 15 years; he is a child actor by the way, I would say JGS is a refined talent, so his acting is more refined than Tama Yuta.
Both JGS and Yuta play their roles nicely, and both of Ren and Tae kung characters have their own charm.
My only complaint that this remake is so close to the original, I wish they would add more new stuffs here and there to make it more interesting.
About Tama Yuta, I found out that he is a really shy boy in real life. So his character Ren in the drama is completely different from his real personality, and he's doing a great job so far. Bravo to him !
My other favorite character is Yuki . Although he does not have much of screen presence, but I love each moment he appears on the screen. The guy is very cute and funny, and he has strong spirit which adds more freshness to the drama.
My least favorite character is Shu because every time I see him, he looks so doom and depressed although I can see his little smiles here and there. Yes, I know, I know, he is a nice guy, gentle, subtle and all, but why he always looks so tired, worn out and exhausted ? One side love makes you sad, but you don't need to look so tired out, so exhausted most of the times. For many times, I just want to jump into the computer screen to jump start and inject Shu with more energy, please give the character with more energy and more sparks!
In the past, I did have one side love too, I cried out my heart every time I went to bed for a month. But during the day time, although I was very sad, I had to fulfill my duty as a college student and was very busy with my projects, exams, and study. I had to carry on like that for 2 months until I could get over with my love sick.
I felt a little bit annoyed with Shu every time he was on the screen. Until episode 10, I felt better with him since he made peace between him, Ren, and Mio.
I don't know if Shu character always looked so tired and worn out was because of the actor or because of the filming directions . Although Shu is the better actor than Young Hwa, the guy play Shin Woo as his counter part in the original version, I would give Shin Woo a head up for higher spirit and more charming.
I don't know if you guys list me under title of a die hard fan of YAB (:
In that version I shipped Tae kung ( Ren counter part) and Minam ( Mio counter part), but every time Shin Woo ( Shu counter part) appeared and act so charming in front of Minam, I was nervous and worried for my couple. I was in a dilemma of denial that Shin Woo was more charming than Tae kung, he did not act or do much, but his screen presence was so charming and strong that made me nervous that Minam would fall for him instead of Tae kung (:
In constrast, in this remake version, I also ship Ren and Mio, but I do not feel anxious or worried about Shu at all. I feel that he won't affect even a bit to Mio and Ren -Mio relationship even he stared and snared intensely .
After all, I still love the original more athough I'm addicted to this remake
This is my honest opinion.
I have to disagree with you about Ren and Tama Yuta
I think Tama yuta has played the role perfectly although he is a rookie actor. I know he is still young and just barely reach 21. He's just keeping on improving through each episode.
As you can see, during episodes 1, 2, 3, he still had some awkwardness in portraying Ren's emotional; however, since episode 4 until now, I think he exceeds my expectation for the role, and I love Ren so much, he has been my most favorite character in the drama so far.
I give Tama Yuta an applause for keeping me interest more and more as each episode passing by, because I did love the original so much, I even bought the director DVD cut of the original YAB, and before watching Ikemen Desu Ne, I thought no one could part up with JGS playing HTK . To be honest, I have some prejudice against idols turning into actors, I prefer the professional actors over the Idol-acting.
Thus, at first, I watched Ikemen Desu ne just only because I loved the original and was curious about how could Japanese idols act in this remake.
Now, I'm addicted to this remake, it's just getting better and better and not much of draggy, and Tama Yuta is the main reason I stick to this remake .
I did watch the original version more than 5 times, so why I have to watch this version if nothing interest me , so it must be Tama Yuta and the ways he's portraying Ren character.
As compared to JGS, I think while JGS is a refined talent, Yuta is a raw talent in acting. Considering his background as an idol and he just acted 2 small roles in 2 previous movie and drama, I would say Yuta's acting is still raw, but still charming no matter what. If he chose to sharpen and refine his acting skills through more dramas and movies, I believe he would be a very fine actor in the future.
On the other hand, JGS is a professional actor who has been acting various roles in many movies and drama for more than 15 years; he is a child actor by the way, I would say JGS is a refined talent, so his acting is more refined than Tama Yuta.
Both JGS and Yuta play their roles nicely, and both of Ren and Tae kung characters have their own charm.
My only complaint that this remake is so close to the original, I wish they would add more new stuffs here and there to make it more interesting.
About Tama Yuta, I found out that he is a really shy boy in real life. So his character Ren in the drama is completely different from his real personality, and he's doing a great job so far. Bravo to him !
My other favorite character is Yuki . Although he does not have much of screen presence, but I love each moment he appears on the screen. The guy is very cute and funny, and he has strong spirit which adds more freshness to the drama.
My least favorite character is Shu because every time I see him, he looks so doom and depressed although I can see his little smiles here and there. Yes, I know, I know, he is a nice guy, gentle, subtle and all, but why he always looks so tired, worn out and exhausted ? One side love makes you sad, but you don't need to look so tired out, so exhausted most of the times. For many times, I just want to jump into the computer screen to jump start and inject Shu with more energy, please give the character with more energy and more sparks!
In the past, I did have one side love too, I cried out my heart every time I went to bed for a month. But during the day time, although I was very sad, I had to fulfill my duty as a college student and was very busy with my projects, exams, and study. I had to carry on like that for 2 months until I could get over with my love sick.
I felt a little bit annoyed with Shu every time he was on the screen. Until episode 10, I felt better with him since he made peace between him, Ren, and Mio.
I don't know if Shu character always looked so tired and worn out was because of the actor or because of the filming directions . Although Shu is the better actor than Young Hwa, the guy play Shin Woo as his counter part in the original version, I would give Shin Woo a head up for higher spirit and more charming.
I don't know if you guys list me under title of a die hard fan of YAB (:
In that version I shipped Tae kung ( Ren counter part) and Minam ( Mio counter part), but every time Shin Woo ( Shu counter part) appeared and act so charming in front of Minam, I was nervous and worried for my couple. I was in a dilemma of denial that Shin Woo was more charming than Tae kung, he did not act or do much, but his screen presence was so charming and strong that made me nervous that Minam would fall for him instead of Tae kung (:
In constrast, in this remake version, I also ship Ren and Mio, but I do not feel anxious or worried about Shu at all. I feel that he won't affect even a bit to Mio and Ren -Mio relationship even he stared and snared intensely .
After all, I still love the original more athough I'm addicted to this remake
This is my honest opinion.
Ahh, forgot about Kimi wa petto - i watched that. And probably you're right, it was also because there was an older woman involved that the kisses were more in depth. I don't know, maybe it's the time slot the dramas are in too? The later time slots tend to show more lively kisses, the earlier stuff is more 'peck' oriented?brokenparadise wrote: I disagree about the lack of chemistry but its purely my own opinion. I do see the sparks between Tama & Miori so it frustrate me when they didn't deliver. Character-wise both Ren and Miko are quite innocent but INNOCENT kisses can be intimate too. I don't really care if Tama a seasoned actor or not. He should commit to the kiss. At least make it softer and not WALL like. I'm surprised the kissing in the original is pretty similar.. maybe I was expecting too much from JGS lol.
There are Johnnys who had quite memorable kissing scenes in their early 20s like Matsujun & Takki (Majo no Jouken - Matsushima Nanako). The only difference is the actresses were mature ladies (not exactly old, but around late 20s - 30ish). So I think it might be Miori's fault for being too young instead of Tama's fault for being a Johnny .
So you've never seen him in Kimi wa Petto (2003) or Tokyo Tower (2004)? He was around 20-22 when he did them. Kimura Takuya is the only Johnny who tops Jun's kisses imo. I can't recall other Johnnys kissing scenes as much as those two. They are unforgettable.Now, I've seen some decent kiss scenes from Matsumoto Jun, but again, he was a much older, seasoned actor when he did them. On TV for hana yori dango (2007ish..), they were pecks, but in the movie (2010) and his last monday night drama (2011) they were more intense. Not to mention other johnny's that do better kissing scenes.....
Oh and as for Ren and Mio not having chemistry, I don't mean while playing their characters, because honestly the scenes they play together are wonderful. I meant more on a physical level, mostly because they are both new actors and it's something they perhaps need to grow into. (that's just my opinion, personally).
I went and watched the making of the "You're beautiful" kiss scenes...and man, the second one they could've showed a LOT more then they did, but instead chose to make it look like a peck, So i wonder if it's really some of the same thing happening here. I mean, the editors and the director have the final say. Maybe it's nothing to do with the actors wills in general.
And honestly, I think Tama Yuta is doing a great job for being pretty fresh. I love his facial expresion and mouth ticks, lol.
Hey, u got points there....BabyJoe wrote:ShiBaru11:
I have to disagree with you about Ren and Tama Yuta
I think Tama yuta has played the role perfectly although he is a rookie actor. I know he is still young and just barely reach 21. He's just keeping on improving through each episode.
As you can see, during episodes 1, 2, 3, he still had some awkwardness in portraying Ren's emotional; however, since episode 4 until now, I think he exceeds my expectation for the role, and I love Ren so much, he has been my most favorite character in the drama so far.
I give Tama Yuta an applause for keeping me interest more and more as each episode passing by, because I did love the original so much, I even bought the director DVD cut of the original YAB, and before watching Ikemen Desu Ne, I thought no one could part up with JGS playing HTK . To be honest, I have some prejudice against idols turning into actors, I prefer the professional actors over the Idol-acting.
Thus, at first, I watched Ikemen Desu ne just only because I loved the original and was curious about how could Japanese idols act in this remake.
Now, I'm addicted to this remake, it's just getting better and better and not much of draggy, and Tama Yuta is the main reason I stick to this remake .
I did watch the original version more than 5 times, so why I have to watch this version if nothing interest me , so it must be Tama Yuta and the ways he's portraying Ren character.
As compared to JGS, I think while JGS is a refined talent, Yuta is a raw talent in acting. Considering his background as an idol and he just acted 2 small roles in 2 previous movie and drama, I would say Yuta's acting is still raw, but still charming no matter what. If he chose to sharpen and refine his acting skills through more dramas and movies, I believe he would be a very fine actor in the future.
On the other hand, JGS is a professional actor who has been acting various roles in many movies and drama for more than 15 years; he is a child actor by the way, I would say JGS is a refined talent, so his acting is more refined than Tama Yuta.
Both JGS and Yuta play their roles nicely, and both of Ren and Tae kung characters have their own charm.
My only complaint that this remake is so close to the original, I wish they would add more new stuffs here and there to make it more interesting.
About Tama Yuta, I found out that he is a really shy boy in real life. So his character Ren in the drama is completely different from his real personality, and he's doing a great job so far. Bravo to him !
My other favorite character is Yuki . Although he does not have much of screen presence, but I love each moment he appears on the screen. The guy is very cute and funny, and he has strong spirit which adds more freshness to the drama.
My least favorite character is Shu because every time I see him, he looks so doom and depressed although I can see his little smiles here and there. Yes, I know, I know, he is a nice guy, gentle, subtle and all, but why he always looks so tired, worn out and exhausted ? One side love makes you sad, but you don't need to look so tired out, so exhausted most of the times. For many times, I just want to jump into the computer screen to jump start and inject Shu with more energy, please give the character with more energy and more sparks!
In the past, I did have one side love too, I cried out my heart every time I went to bed for a month. But during the day time, although I was very sad, I had to fulfill my duty as a college student and was very busy with my projects, exams, and study. I had to carry on like that for 2 months until I could get over with my love sick.
I felt a little bit annoyed with Shu every time he was on the screen. Until episode 10, I felt better with him since he made peace between him, Ren, and Mio.
I don't know if Shu character always looked so tired and worn out was because of the actor or because of the filming directions . Although Shu is the better actor than Young Hwa, the guy play Shin Woo as his counter part in the original version, I would give Shin Woo a head up for higher spirit and more charming.
I don't know if you guys list me under title of a die hard fan of YAB (:
In that version I shipped Tae kung ( Ren counter part) and Minam ( Mio counter part), but every time Shin Woo ( Shu counter part) appeared and act so charming in front of Minam, I was nervous and worried for my couple. I was in a dilemma of denial that Shin Woo was more charming than Tae kung, he did not act or do much, but his screen presence was so charming and strong that made me nervous that Minam would fall for him instead of Tae kung (:
In constrast, in this remake version, I also ship Ren and Mio, but I do not feel anxious or worried about Shu at all. I feel that he won't affect even a bit to Mio and Ren -Mio relationship even he stared and snared intensely .
After all, I still love the original more athough I'm addicted to this remake
This is my honest opinion.
actually, i'm not saying that JGS is a very good actor too but for me, tama is still a kid...
so, instead of being an ikemen, he's a cute boy....
i do agree on him being a newbie in acting world but maybe i was expecting too much...
but, it's glad that bcoz of him makes u addicted to this drama....
so, i do apologize for my very straight forward opinions...
as for Shu, I've known this guy for merely 2 years and like u said, he did look too tired and gloomy all the times...
i think, maybe it's bcoz the skin-colour? or less make-up? or him being beside the very fair Ren?
i never see him very non-energetic like this...
i wish i can feed him and force him to rest....
or maybe him juz being unprofessional?
i'm curious to know how japanese ver will end...
oh, btw, do you know that this drama is going to be on stageplay?
p/s: welcome to the board....
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According to this: http://wiki.d-addicts.com/Kimi_wa_Pet, it was aired at 22:00, the same hour as Ikemen desu ne. I do think the recent Jdramas have lamer kissing scenes compared to 2000s++. No wonder the ratings and interest are dropping..Lludara wrote:Ahh, forgot about Kimi wa petto - i watched that. And probably you're right, it was also because there was an older woman involved that the kisses were more in depth. I don't know, maybe it's the time slot the dramas are in too? The later time slots tend to show more lively kisses, the earlier stuff is more 'peck' oriented?brokenparadise wrote: I disagree about the lack of chemistry but its purely my own opinion. I do see the sparks between Tama & Miori so it frustrate me when they didn't deliver. Character-wise both Ren and Miko are quite innocent but INNOCENT kisses can be intimate too. I don't really care if Tama a seasoned actor or not. He should commit to the kiss. At least make it softer and not WALL like. I'm surprised the kissing in the original is pretty similar.. maybe I was expecting too much from JGS lol.
There are Johnnys who had quite memorable kissing scenes in their early 20s like Matsujun & Takki (Majo no Jouken - Matsushima Nanako). The only difference is the actresses were mature ladies (not exactly old, but around late 20s - 30ish). So I think it might be Miori's fault for being too young instead of Tama's fault for being a Johnny .
So you've never seen him in Kimi wa Petto (2003) or Tokyo Tower (2004)? He was around 20-22 when he did them. Kimura Takuya is the only Johnny who tops Jun's kisses imo. I can't recall other Johnnys kissing scenes as much as those two. They are unforgettable.Now, I've seen some decent kiss scenes from Matsumoto Jun, but again, he was a much older, seasoned actor when he did them. On TV for hana yori dango (2007ish..), they were pecks, but in the movie (2010) and his last monday night drama (2011) they were more intense. Not to mention other johnny's that do better kissing scenes.....
Well I'm pretty disappointed at the 2nd kiss the most especially with the 360degree camera panning around them.
I can't say I love all his try hard expressions but the boy is pretty fresh. He has a lot of potential and I like watching him on screen. Definitely my favorite character/idol-actor in this drama.And honestly, I think Tama Yuta is doing a great job for being pretty fresh. I love his facial expresion and mouth ticks, lol.
ShiBaru11:
It's Ok to express your opinion dear
Considering this is an idol and boy band drama, I think Tama yuta is age appropriate for the drama. I don't know much about Japanese boy bands, I just know many Korean pop boy bands debuting at the age of 16, 17, and their leaders are just about 18, 19 . Hong ki ( the guy played Yuki counter part) was a leader of a famous Korean boy band FTisland when he was 17. And he 's still a leader now.
Actually, Tama yuta is growing very fast, don't you think ? He looks much older in the drama than in real life. Maybe he will grow taller and become a fine young man next year
About Taipi (Shu) I don't have any problem with his skin color. Quite often, I like tan skin tone rather than pale skin tone on the guys. Perhaps, the problem with Taipi is the attitude of playing Shu character, he plays the role but can not get into the role. He plays it good but he does not like, or enjoy the role maybe
I don't know what is wrong with him, but as I watch weekly Comming soon Anjell promotion shows, I notice that while singing, Shu lively smiled and flirted in the very first week.
However, the rest of the following weeks, he looked so tired and it seem that he did not put much of heart, and much of enjoyment into singing Anjell songs. The rest of Anjell members, they still show some attitude and enjoyment in singing, whereas Shu does not.
yup, I know about the stageplay, do you think Mr. Johnny is a fan of YAB?
First let his boyband play Ikemen Desu ne, debut with an OST song, then stageplay.
I find it's amusing though. Is this the first time in history that Japanese boss remake a Korean drama and then remake it again through stage play?
It's Ok to express your opinion dear
Considering this is an idol and boy band drama, I think Tama yuta is age appropriate for the drama. I don't know much about Japanese boy bands, I just know many Korean pop boy bands debuting at the age of 16, 17, and their leaders are just about 18, 19 . Hong ki ( the guy played Yuki counter part) was a leader of a famous Korean boy band FTisland when he was 17. And he 's still a leader now.
Actually, Tama yuta is growing very fast, don't you think ? He looks much older in the drama than in real life. Maybe he will grow taller and become a fine young man next year
About Taipi (Shu) I don't have any problem with his skin color. Quite often, I like tan skin tone rather than pale skin tone on the guys. Perhaps, the problem with Taipi is the attitude of playing Shu character, he plays the role but can not get into the role. He plays it good but he does not like, or enjoy the role maybe
I don't know what is wrong with him, but as I watch weekly Comming soon Anjell promotion shows, I notice that while singing, Shu lively smiled and flirted in the very first week.
However, the rest of the following weeks, he looked so tired and it seem that he did not put much of heart, and much of enjoyment into singing Anjell songs. The rest of Anjell members, they still show some attitude and enjoyment in singing, whereas Shu does not.
yup, I know about the stageplay, do you think Mr. Johnny is a fan of YAB?
First let his boyband play Ikemen Desu ne, debut with an OST song, then stageplay.
I find it's amusing though. Is this the first time in history that Japanese boss remake a Korean drama and then remake it again through stage play?
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Since Shu is my favourite character in this drama I feel the need to defend him. I think his attitude is about right, he might seem sad, but to me it feels right because he's spent the entire time loving Miko from afar, watching her fall for one of his best friends and he can't do anything about it. I think that would make anyone sad. He tries to smile and be happy but everytime he sees her being upset because of Ren it hurts him.
As for acting, I think he shows a subtlety that is needed. He is playing a character who is very reserved to avoid making waves, and I think that's what he's done. I always feel like his character behaves the most realistically. Especially in the scene with Ren on the balcony. I want to cry and hug him everytime Miko hurts him.
I'm liking the character/actor of Ren more over the last few episodes, he's growing as an actor as his character changes. I actually really disliked him for the majority of the show.
As a side note, I was also watching Ikemen Paradise at the same time as this, and while the triangles are the same (girl loves boy, he loves her but is unsure how to show, best friend loves her too with less unsurity) I want Shu to win here, and Sano to win there...(but I do love Nakatsu, too) I just thought it was interesting that I liked different 'characters' with the heroine.
As for acting, I think he shows a subtlety that is needed. He is playing a character who is very reserved to avoid making waves, and I think that's what he's done. I always feel like his character behaves the most realistically. Especially in the scene with Ren on the balcony. I want to cry and hug him everytime Miko hurts him.
I'm liking the character/actor of Ren more over the last few episodes, he's growing as an actor as his character changes. I actually really disliked him for the majority of the show.
As a side note, I was also watching Ikemen Paradise at the same time as this, and while the triangles are the same (girl loves boy, he loves her but is unsure how to show, best friend loves her too with less unsurity) I want Shu to win here, and Sano to win there...(but I do love Nakatsu, too) I just thought it was interesting that I liked different 'characters' with the heroine.
enggrrl:
Very sorry if my opinion about Shu offend you!
Everyone has different favorite characters in this drama, and I respect everyone opinion.
The purpose of this drama is you would hate Ren ( and Tae Kung counter part in the original) at the beginning, but you end up loving them at the end.
That is why the script writers requires a strong actor for Tae kung role, and they chose JGS, one the best actors of his generation to play the role. He had to develop methods to act for people hate him and love him at the same time.
So if you hate Ren in the beginning and like him in the end, Ren is doing a good job.
I wonder how can the original script writers rate Tama yuta for Ren character...hahaha
They rated JGS 10/10 for the role of Tae Kung .
I hope the rate for Tama yuta is decent , not up to 10, but decent .
One interesting thing, I read somewhere, there was 1 person asking that where did Tama Yuta learn how to act like that ? he has improved a lot since Gokusen the movie.
I think Tama yuta has learned some acting from JGS.
For YAB, JGS has learned some of his acting from great actor Kim mung Min ( he is a method actor, and is in top 10 of best actors in Korea).
If you are curious, watch actor Kim Mung min in Beethoven Virus, he played a mean Maestro who people would hate him so much in the beginning, but end up loving him at the end . JGS played the second lead role in that drama.
Very sorry if my opinion about Shu offend you!
Everyone has different favorite characters in this drama, and I respect everyone opinion.
The purpose of this drama is you would hate Ren ( and Tae Kung counter part in the original) at the beginning, but you end up loving them at the end.
That is why the script writers requires a strong actor for Tae kung role, and they chose JGS, one the best actors of his generation to play the role. He had to develop methods to act for people hate him and love him at the same time.
So if you hate Ren in the beginning and like him in the end, Ren is doing a good job.
I wonder how can the original script writers rate Tama yuta for Ren character...hahaha
They rated JGS 10/10 for the role of Tae Kung .
I hope the rate for Tama yuta is decent , not up to 10, but decent .
One interesting thing, I read somewhere, there was 1 person asking that where did Tama Yuta learn how to act like that ? he has improved a lot since Gokusen the movie.
I think Tama yuta has learned some acting from JGS.
For YAB, JGS has learned some of his acting from great actor Kim mung Min ( he is a method actor, and is in top 10 of best actors in Korea).
If you are curious, watch actor Kim Mung min in Beethoven Virus, he played a mean Maestro who people would hate him so much in the beginning, but end up loving him at the end . JGS played the second lead role in that drama.
Ok, I've just watched episode 10 and...
I think there's nothing wrong with the casting, as a fan of the kdrama version. They grew on me as I watched the episodes. And Tamamori is adorable when he's trying too hard to be suave/goofy. It's like watching a little kid, also when he was crying. And yeah, I can see him being a better actor in the future. I can't wait to see Taipi in more jdramas. He has potential, even if he wasn't able to show it in the drama.
And of course the girl who played Mio looks like a girl more than a guy. Practically all the actresses in girl-who-pretends-to-be-a-guy dramas look more like a girl. Except maybe Ella Chen in Hana Kimi tw lol.
And of course the girl who played Mio looks like a girl more than a guy. Practically all the actresses in girl-who-pretends-to-be-a-guy dramas look more like a girl. Except maybe Ella Chen in Hana Kimi tw lol.
Tamachan had acting lessons, even before the real shooting began they had rehearsals, and he only met JGS once >< and even tho he watched the original drama he didnt stick to Hwang Taek yung instead he changed it, it was his intention even before the start of the drama.
I read the hong sisters' interview in ikemen desu ne website, and they said thought Tamachan wouldnt get frankness and maturity of Hwang Taek Yung but they were quite surprised after they saw Tamachan act, they said he got HTK facial expressions and all.
and I hope everyone knows Tamachan is NOTHING like Ren in real life, so Tamachan is good a great job in acting Ren and very convincing.
and I just watched the ending, I think i like their ending alot better than the korean ver, their closures were better esp with President Ando.
I love both the korean ver and japanese ver, but I love the japanese more now.
I read the hong sisters' interview in ikemen desu ne website, and they said thought Tamachan wouldnt get frankness and maturity of Hwang Taek Yung but they were quite surprised after they saw Tamachan act, they said he got HTK facial expressions and all.
and I hope everyone knows Tamachan is NOTHING like Ren in real life, so Tamachan is good a great job in acting Ren and very convincing.
and I just watched the ending, I think i like their ending alot better than the korean ver, their closures were better esp with President Ando.
I love both the korean ver and japanese ver, but I love the japanese more now.
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I managed to catch 20minutes of the ending and it was impressively good. Since I did watch a little bit of the original (skimmed through episode 1 + half of the ending episode) I can honestly say the Japanese ending was A LOT better. HUGE SPOILERS AHEAD
... is intentionally leaving this out of the cut
5. REN. OMG REN: Seriously, Tama in that span of 20 minutes is just <3. I need to review him properly only after a subtitled version is out but for now, I hope this do him justice. I'm not just saying this because he is a gorgeous human being (he was so BEAUTIFUL) but the range of emotions and the gradual growth of Ren as a character, he has done it marvelously.
Fyi honestly, I don't think the drama was great overall. The plot is ridiculous, the acting was so-so, it was not as gratifying as past teeny-booper rom-com dramas (i.e. the legendary Hanadan) but it has it's moments. My favorite were Mio singing "Alone" and the ending. Would I recommend it to others? Sure but with a disclaimer that its merely a light entertainment. It's better to watch this with low or no expectations.
5. REN. OMG REN: Seriously, Tama in that span of 20 minutes is just <3. I need to review him properly only after a subtitled version is out but for now, I hope this do him justice. I'm not just saying this because he is a gorgeous human being (he was so BEAUTIFUL) but the range of emotions and the gradual growth of Ren as a character, he has done it marvelously.
Fyi honestly, I don't think the drama was great overall. The plot is ridiculous, the acting was so-so, it was not as gratifying as past teeny-booper rom-com dramas (i.e. the legendary Hanadan) but it has it's moments. My favorite were Mio singing "Alone" and the ending. Would I recommend it to others? Sure but with a disclaimer that its merely a light entertainment. It's better to watch this with low or no expectations.
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I pretty much agree with everything the others said about it above me. Of course it's not a masterpiece lol.You shouldn't expect such a thing, but I got surprised with myself that I got addicted to it after I stumbled upon ep2 or 3 don't remember which, while I was waiting for a show on TBS. I didn't even see the first ep and got addicted just like that. The first scene I saw was the one with Ren being chased by the pigs. Kawaii deshou.
I think Tama and Taipi and Hikaru and Miori did a great job, but after all I didn't see the Korean version so I can't make any comparisons.
I really really loved the ending, it was really sweet.I'm too lazy to write spoilers....but I'm going to miss watching Ikemen Desu Ne every Friday. Sorry for rambling a lot without actually saying anything interesting.
I think Tama and Taipi and Hikaru and Miori did a great job, but after all I didn't see the Korean version so I can't make any comparisons.
I really really loved the ending, it was really sweet.I'm too lazy to write spoilers....but I'm going to miss watching Ikemen Desu Ne every Friday. Sorry for rambling a lot without actually saying anything interesting.
@babyjoe: I'm not offended, I just wanted say my opinion too. That's the reason for these forums, so we can discuss the dramas we love. We may not always agree, but that adds to the discussion. If it was all "oh I love him, I think he's awesome"...etc. then it's not really a discussion but a place to fan-girl or fan-boy. And that's what the actor threads are for
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