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willenette

08-20-2008, 04:03 PM

I'm so happy that SR is a big hit in China inspite of the Olympics event there. Though there were parts of the movie that are a bit boring but most of them were so good. Truly enjoyable to watch because of RAIN. :)

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[Aug-19-2008]"Speed Racer" took the first ranking in the box office of China.

* "Speed Racer" took the first ranking in the box office of China.

* According to the Sohu Entertainment, the sales have been shrinky nearby 50% at the box office because of
the Beijing Olympic games.

* "Red Cliff" which had ranked high for 5 weeks was given way to "Speed Racer".
The Sinjing jounal polled a small group of audience to find out why they chose "Speed Racer".
46% said by their expectations of Mattrix, and 40% by the top stars as Rain.
"Speed Racer"got 80.25 points out of 10 in the general review.

* The Box Office reports of the "theater Nambang" in the mainland China.(Aug11~Aug17)

the number of the moviegoing public / the total

1.Speed Racer 1,770,000 / 2,430,000

2.Red Cliff 740,000 / 41,000,000

3.The 9th Beauty 730,000 / 2,710,000

4.The desolte inn 330,000 / 330,000

5.The Superman Hancock
for the whole nation 180,000 / 12,750,000

* The Box Office reports of the :"theater Zwoojang" in the mainland China.(Aug11~Aug17)

the number of the moviegoing public /the total

1.Speed Racer 960,000 / 12,200,000

2.Red Cliff 630,000 / 252,400,000

3.The 9th Beauty 490,000 / 17,200,000

4.The desolte inn 270,000 / 270,000

5.The Superman Hancock
for the whole nation
100,000 / 8,890,000

source : The Kowangjoo journal
posted at : The Korean Wave
pic credit : Shelleysea
credit : rain-eu.com
brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu
reposted:fongarkad@OnlyRain

willenette

08-20-2008, 04:05 PM

If he‘s really too picky & choosing RAIN to sing his songs…….well, he’s still in good hands. Gosh, I never knew that he was the composer of the song, Touch Ya. Oh, how I love the song & the singer, of course!…….. lol – :)

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Brief information on Rain’s 5th music album

This is about "Tae wan" who composed "Touch ya" in Rain’s 4th album and is an excerpt from someone’s blog.

a. Tae wan is one of the treasures in Korea’s black music industry. He is already famous in this industry with his delicate and clean voice and outstanding producing ability. He was involved in massive workload after he became the main producer of J-Tune entertainment, a company which Rain has established, but he seems to be coming back to his original face as Rain’s 5th album recording is almost finished, which I think it is good for him as his older friend.

b. He was asked to write songs for JYP several times, but Rain’s 4th album is the first time that he got to work with them. They were very picky and tiring company. If it wasn’t Rain, I even wanted to knock up everything several times. Maybe because it’s a large company? Tae wan made track and add melodies to it, and we thought this would be enough to be included in the album but was a little bit worried because there were about 50 composers listed as I saw JYP webhard. After editing several times, it was finally accepted and this track received good reactions from people more than I’m coming. As a composer should meet a good singer, his copyright price has slightly gone up, and he is currently working for Rain’s 5th album, which has been progressing as picky as before.
It is not causing that much trouble for me but Tae wan who is the producer of J-Tune.
*He is the composer who made Touch ya from Rain’s 4th album. He seems to work as the main producer of J-Tune, and it looks like he is the one who is producing Rain’s 5th album.

Source: Indulge in Rain Jung Ji-Hoon's World
Posted by angely@Rain-Indonesia

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Probably have to wait more confirmation on this...

willenette

08-21-2008, 03:27 PM

He looks so cool! So good to see him again. He’s wearing a beanie…….. :D

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[Aug-20-2008] Rain arrived at Beijing airport

19:50 (Beijing time) Flight KE 853 arrived.

20:22 (Beijing time) Rain came out from the airport. He worn hat, white t-shirt, red pant and white sneaker. When he came out he waved to fans, accepted flowers, there were about 100 fans at the airport, it was crowded!

source : Rain-America
Information provided by charlotte@CloudChina
English Translation by Rain-America
posted by Sam @ Rain-America
credit: onlyrain/pantip

willenette

08-21-2008, 03:28 PM

Samsung prays for Rain on Olympic Green

Korean pop star to help push mobile TV
August 19, 2008

By Jonathan Landreth

BEIJING -- Samsung, Korea's handset leader and the Beijing Olympics' sole mobile handset sponsor, will try to tap a nonsports Asian celebrity to help push its products, including mobile TV, into the closely guarded Chinese media marketplace.

Jung Ji-hoon, the actor and Pan-Asian pop idol better know as Rain, will make an appearance Aug. 21 at the Olympic Rendezvous @ Samsung pavilion, Samsung spokespeople said Tuesday.

Whereas other, mostly Western official Olympic sponsors such as Coca-Cola, Visa and Adidas have seen fewer guests to the Olympic Green than hoped for, Samsung claimed visitor No. 500,000 on Sunday, on the Games' ninth day.

Jung won't sing his Olympic song "Anydream" -- named for Samsung's Anycall service here -- but the company is expecting a mob of young fans

source :http://mobile.hollywoodreporter.com//device/article_asia.php?mid=11&CALL_URL=http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/asia/korea/e3i56cb34c42062507980ebb9f9cf720661

credit:hongtha @Jtune/RainWorld / jinijung/pantip/onlyrain

Credit : freya / Sexy Bi

willenette

08-21-2008, 03:32 PM

*** Looking at his photos, he looks a bit thin but with muscles. I hope he could go back to his usual built before, sexier & hotter! :cool:

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[Aug-20-2008] Fan Account - Rain at Incheon airport (ÂèÂè·¹ºó¼Ç)

The original fan account is very lengthy so just translated the important points.
This fan account is written by a "mama" fan, she brought her son with her to the airport.

Rain rode on his white van to the airport, around 6pm arrived.
The assistant opened the car door and Rain came off the car.
My son crossed the street, waved and said "how are you" and then walked inside the airport.
Rain walked very fast, when he was walking, other people had to run to cat up with him.
From the back can see him very clearly.
The meat from his PP and leg disappeared somewhere...
He worn red tight jeans, but since he got thinner, the jeans become wide not tight anymore.
I saw him like this I felt bad for him..
However, today he looked very pretty.
Passport checking staff let Rain go through the VIP lane.
But when he went to the VIP side, the staff there asked why he came this way and told him that he should go through the normal way.
Rain probably not happy because he had to go back and forth.
But we were so happy because we had more time to look at him.
Lastly he took the normal way and went into the plane.
My son waved to Rain and said, "brother, have a safe trip" then Rain replied, "yes I got it.:"
The "mama" fans also said "have a safe trip"
Rain replied loudly said, "yes"
Then he left.

English Translation by Rain-America.com
source:rain-america
credit : angelordevil / Sexy Bi

junghana

08-21-2008, 08:01 PM

Hello! gusto niyo po ba ng mga cds and magazines or stuffs ni rain? binebenta ko na po kasi yung mga rain stuffs ko. It includes the ff:

Eternal Rain original CD including Pink Magazine with rain articles, simple rain poem made by me and a pendant of him and song hye-kyo.

It's Raining original CD including his various performances, birthday, songhits featuring him, and a picture of him with autograph.

Rain's World original Cd including magazine with A Love To Kill article and some printed articles of him.

These are old magazines and stuff, it's my "old collection". If you're interested, please send me e-mail at aahbbyh@yahoo.com. thanks! God bless!

junghana

08-21-2008, 08:04 PM

Hello! gusto niyo po ba ng mga cds and magazines or stuffs ni rain? binebenta ko na po kasi yung mga rain stuffs ko. It includes the ff:

Eternal Rain original CD including Pink Magazine with rain articles, simple rain poem made by me and a pendant of him and Song Hye-Kyo.

It's Raining original CD including his various performances, birthday, songhits featuring him, and a picture of him with autograph.

Rain's World original Cd including magazine with A Love To Kill article and some printed articles of him.

These are old magazines and stuff, it's my "old collection". If you're interested, please send me e-mail at aahbbyh@yahoo.com. thanks! God bless!

azuvilla

08-22-2008, 09:40 AM

Hi Willenette, cfc, Tarong and all Biers, Good A.M.

What good news to start the day with - Rain was featured at Unang Hirit this morning at their Unang Balita Portion, it was reported as I recalled that "mainit ang pagtanggap sa kanya ng kanyang milyun-milyong fans maski malakas ang ulan." Sinabi pa na siya si Justin sa Full House at nag-flash ng kanyang photos sa Beijing, and mentioned about his being internationally famous. Guys, if you have time I think that portion will be replayed at Q-11's Balitanghali with Pia Arcangel & Raffy Tima at 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m today, so you can still watch it.

Also at Showbiz Extra at Arirang last Wednesday, Rain is No. 1 at their Male Stars with the Best Bodies on the recent on-line poll it recently conducted.

Many of us are rejoicing coz of his new hairstyle, ok na sana but what raised my eyebrows is . . . well, if you are a Bier, you know it. Hope, he will not venture into experimenting different looks, but anyway, we still love him no matter what.

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:02 PM

Hi Willenette, cfc, Tarong and all Biers, Good A.M.

What good news to start the day with - Rain was featured at Unang Hirit this morning at their Unang Balita Portion, it was reported as I recalled that "mainit ang pagtanggap sa kanya ng kanyang milyun-milyong fans maski malakas ang ulan." Sinabi pa na siya si Justin sa Full House at nag-flash ng kanyang photos sa Beijing, and mentioned about his being internationally famous. Guys, if you have time I think that portion will be replayed at Q-11's Balitanghali with Pia Arcangel & Raffy Tima at 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m today, so you can still watch it.

Hi azuvilla - oh,thanks for all these infos. Of course, he deserves to be tagged as the Best Bodies among their male stars. So happy right now that we khear so many news about him except, of course the bad ones. i missed all the shows that you mentioned here. But I really appreciate all the infos from you. Also, no time to watch it on QTV since I'm in the office during this time. :D

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:07 PM

*** I hope his interview with the medias will come out soon. So, it's raining heavy there, huh? So happy to know that many fans are there for him inspite of the rains & the olympics. 1-min appearance? How come so short?

OMG - He looks terrific. Finally……….a hairstyle on him that I can love. No more mushrooms. I’m fainting – please help me! I’m sure everyone else has fallen-off. Though he’s a bit thin this time & his face structure is a bit long. But look at that smile. It makes me smile, too.

The photos keep coming – I want you, RAIN! I’m just too excited. :D

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[Aug-21-2008] Samsung Promotion in Beijing

http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa172/angelordevil24/rain2.jpg

14:18

Just received news from dayu (a fan), they are now standing near the stage which is outside the Samsung exhibition hall (in the Beijing Olympic Park)
Event will start at 14:30, there are about 300-400 people now (many!), and there are many other spectators standing outside. dayu and the gang are standing in the middle section. there are fans from cloudchina holding the banner at the first row.
There is a table on the stage, and a tee there (maybe is for autograph purposes?)

14:35Rain is having some interviews with the media.

14:55

The rain is getting heavier now, and that mushroom is not out yet....

14:57

Finally..Rain is out!!! Not wearing hat!!! Ladies, please don't call him "mushroom" anymore. He has already cut his hair short, a little like Bokgu's hair style in Ijuksa, very HANDSOME!!
Wearing dark grey, white lining long-sleeved shirt, jeans.
He greeted the crowd in Mandarin : Hello everyone, I am RAIN.
He even gave cheers to the Chinese and Korean Olympic team in mandarin!!
And...he left the stage after a brief one-minute appearance..
Now the screen is showing MV...

Source: [雨你在一起] http://www.cloudchina.com (http://www.cloudchina.com/)]www.cloudchina.com
English translation: rain-union

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:08 PM

Summary of what he said (based on how the interpreter translated):

translated cn to engl: dsl99a/sexybi

He thanked everyone for coming, and was very touched to see so many fans. He hoped that the Chinese athletes would do well in the Olympic events.

In the end he yelled out , "Zhong Guo Jia You!" which simply means "Go China!" (or 'aja aja fighting' in Korean )

Credits dsl / Sexy Bi:

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:09 PM

*** Finally…………a haircut that looks good on him. This is much better than that mushrooms thing before. I love his hair. He looked really bad in his previous haircut. This is OK. He looks so cute with this new hair. I’m happy he’s deciding that this kind of hair is the better way to go. He looks so much fresher & young. :D

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08 Aug 21 Rain Sports New Hairdo & Eyebrows At Samsung's Beijing Party

Newsen news translations by Joe Gimm / k-popped blogger

When the Energizer Bunny starts working his magic, we can barely keep up.

Today, he attended a Samsung party (at Olympic Park) and met with his beloved Clouds in Beijing. Leaving his long hair and bowl cut behind, he now sports a shorter cropped look. We also noticed that his eyebrows are neatly trimmed or threaded or tattooed or waxed. Well, he did something to it - the vain pot! ;-)

On the subject of whether Rain will be singing at the Olympics closing ceremony, J. Tune Entertainment announced that it is just a rumour.

Rain will remain in China until 24 August and will return to Korea after the summer Olympics.

source:rain-america
Credits : angelordevil / Sexy Bi

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:11 PM

08 Aug 21 [SohuIT] Popular Asian "Son of Heaven" Rain Promotes Support For Olympic Games At Samsung Exhibition Hall

[Sohu.com IT news] On August 21, Samsung Olympic’s imagery ambassador, popular Asian “Son of Heaven” Jung Ji-hoon (Rain) arrived at the Samsung exhibition hall (OR@S) located at the Olympics Park and succeeded in gaining support for the Olympics. During the time of his visit to Samsung he personally experienced Samsung’s green elements and wireless communication abilities.

Seeing how the Olympics Park was brimming with the spirit and atmosphere of the Olympic Games, Rain indicated this, “Compared to watching the Olympic sports events through the TV at home, coming to the Beijing Olympics Park enables me to fully understand how the Olympics can truly bring excitement to the people of the world. As Samsung Olympic’s ambassador, I hope I can blend myself into the Games more while at the same time giving my heartfelt blessings to every athlete coming from all parts of the world who are working hard to achieve successful results, enjoying the challenges that the Olympics bring.”

(Skipping this next paragraph, talking about Chinese Olympic gymnast Liu Xuan who also came as Samsung’s Ambassador)

Afterwards, Rain and Liu Xuan wrote down words of blessings together for the Olympics on a Samsung T-shirt.

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Source: Sohu IT News
Posted by dada@RainHK
Translated & edited by dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:13 PM

08 Aug 21 - Pop star Rain vows to keep acting despite weak debut

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Singer Rain of South Korea attends a commercial event during the
Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, August 21, 2008
© photo REUTERS/Eric Gaillard

BEIJING (Reuters Life!) - South Korean pop sensation Rain has vowed to keep acting and trying to break into the U.S. market despite his debut Hollywood movie, "Speed Racer", crashing at the box office.

Rain is one of Asia's top-selling musicians and a fan favorite in TV dramas but he has struggled for U.S. fame despite being named as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2006 and in People magazine's beautiful people list last year.

This summer, Rain, 26, tested the U.S. waters again with a role in the big-budget $150 million Warner Bros. movie "Speed Racer", but the film failed to ignite audiences with its American debut weekend only pulling in about $18 million.

But Rain said this would not put him off. He has already filmed his next movie, "Ninja Assassins," again by the Wachowski brothers, best known for "The Matrix" trilogy.

"Regardless of its ratings, Speed Racer was my first movie and I think it is meaningful that I get to meet the Wachowski brothers who I really admire," Rain told Reuters in an interview at the Beijing Olympics where he was a guest of Games sponsor Samsung.

"Right now I'm only focused on Ninja Assassin which is very important for me and is coming out early next year. I have plans to star in other movies but there is nothing confirmed yet."

Rain, whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon, has starred in TV dramas and movies in South Korea and played to sold-out concerts across Asia, where his boy-next-door image has won him legions of fans across language barriers.

But a series of concerts planned for the United States fizzled out last year because of promotional problems.

Rain, who sings largely in Korean and is working on another album for Asian fans, acknowledged he had yet to gain wide recognition in the United States or Europe, but said he was working on it.

"If I do a lot more activities and I do my best I believe a lot more people will recognize me," said the singer, dressed in tight jeans and white-and-silver pointed shoes.

"I can introduce more Western people to my movies and my songs and this type of interview as well will help me cement my name on the global stage," said Rain as he headed out to greet hundreds of screaming fans.

By Belinda Goldsmith
(Editing by Miral Fahmy)

source: Reuters
credit: RAIN Germany
Credits : Phoenix / Sexy Bi

willenette

08-22-2008, 03:15 PM

*** Wow, if this bit is true, i'm so happy to hear him sing on stage again. Oh, he won't only be promoting Samsung but also this kind of jelwelry. Can't wait to see him soon. Wondering what song are they going to sing & how many songs? :)

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[Aug-22-2008] News regarding Olympic closing ceremony
Information is reported by Apple Daily News

When the closing ceremony day is coming closer and closer, the performing guest list gradually started to disclose to the public.

1. Artists such as Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse, Joey Yung, Emil Zhou, Jolin Cai, Jacky Chan, Nei Ying, Han Hong and Sun Nan will be singing a chorus together.
2. Wang Lee hom, Kelly Chen and Rain will sing a song together.
3. Jay Chou and three other singers will sing a song.
4. Guitarist, Jimmy Page from a England rock band Led Zeppelin and a new England female singer, Leona Lewis will singe "Whole Lotta Love" together.
5. Song Zu Ying and Placido Domingo will have a duet and a group of Yunnan actors will be dancing.

Placido Domingo is from Spain
Song Zu Ying is from China
Leona Lewis is from England
Jimmy Page is from England

Rain is from Korea
Intro: Asia's popular Korean pop singer, developed in movies, music and dramas, recently expanding to America market. April 2006 awarded by Time magazine as the world's most influential person 2nd place.

Ming Pao Newspaper

Rain visits Beijing for the Olympic games closing ceremony but he signed the confidential agreement with the Olympic organizers so he did not mention anything regarding to the closing ceremony to avoid breach of contract. However, the jewelry sponsor which sponsor the accessories for Rain to wear at the closing ceremony disclosed this secret, they revealed to the reporters that Rain will wear their sponsored brand watch and other accessories. It was rumored that Wang Lee hom will perform with Rain, when tried to ask Lee hom regarding to this rumor, he didn't mention anything, he only said "I cannot reply at this time but I will support the Olympic games with all my cells."

Sun Newspaper

Regarding to the news said Rain will perform with Wang Lee hom in the closing ceremony, Rain's company said that news had no evidence. It was reported Rain will wear CHAUMET accessory with value around one hundred thousand Hong Kong money in the closing ceremony. He will stay in China for about 6 days and next Monday will return to Korea.

Rain's part English Translation by Rain-America.com

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credit:FollowRain@Rain-America

tarong

08-23-2008, 03:52 AM

hi Biers!!!:)

musta mga sis? willinette, sis thanks for posting the infos. i'm so happy to know na no. 1 ang Speed Racer sa China, kahit di kumita sa U.S., and then tuloy pa ang mga activities ni RAIN sa China. I just hope the U.S. market will recognize his talent on his upcoming movie NINJA ASSASSIN.

azuvilla, hi sis wow talaga nafeature na naman siya sa Unang Hirit, nakakatuwa naman, alam kc nila daming fans ni RAIN sa pinas na matutuwa malaman mga activities nya. and yes he deserved to win that title "Best Body" sa ganda ng katawan nya ngayon, ok na rin yung hairdo nya, thanks.

docirene, hi sis, musta? kainis ha walang WGM for 2 weeks becoz of beijing olympics, nakakamiss din kc.

hi cfc at sa lahat,

cfc

08-24-2008, 11:13 PM

docirene

08-25-2008, 12:41 AM

hi Biers!!!:)
.

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docirene, hi sis, musta? kainis ha walang WGM for 2 weeks becoz of beijing olympics, nakakamiss din kc.
.

annyeong haseyo, sis tarong. buti di pa ko affected since i havent started watching it yet. siyempre mas impt naman ang olympics. every 4 yrs lang kc ito

docirene

08-25-2008, 12:43 AM

Rain at the 2008 Beijing Olympics closing

Rain sang at the 2008 Beijing Olympics ceremony. He was on stage with Wang Leehom, Kelly Chen and other Chinese singers singing and dancing to the song Beijing, Beijing, I Love Beijing.

So much for Rain singing at the Beijing Olympics a rumour!

credits: K-popped

sis, the minute i saw him, tinext kita agad. d ka nga nagreply eh. :rolleyes:sandali lang yung number nila. parang me nilagay sya sa hair nya. kc di ba mejo mushroom look sya recently?;)
i love him. he's so gwapo kanina.

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zashibear

08-25-2008, 03:12 AM

So it was really him! I was thinking that guy looks like Bi!

docirene

08-26-2008, 02:00 AM

So it was really him! I was thinking that guy looks like Bi!

yup indeed it was.:)

willenette

08-26-2008, 03:53 PM

willenette

08-26-2008, 03:56 PM

Gahhh…….so, he sang in the Beijing closing ceremony. Oh, did he cut his hair again? He still looks so good. Nice shape, RAIN – what a good figure. His body is perfect. The pictures are wonderful….Dying………….I’m just totally in heaven right now. He looks so fit – arms look very nicely-toned. I hope he keeps gaining weight. He’s absolutely sexy & cool! GO-RAIN! New look again……His hairstyle now looks like Sangdoo days…… But he looks better during the Samsung promo. :)

Hi tarong - :cool:

willenette

08-26-2008, 03:57 PM

Aug-22-2008] HKPayTV - Rain Interview in Beijing (Eng translation)

video credit rainunion

Rain's talking English Translation by Rain-America.com

"Beijing is already very beautiful in the past, this time it rebuilt for the Olympic is many times beautiful than before. I'm very surprised and I'm also into Beijing's charm."

(when asked what are some impressive things while shooting Any Dream MV, Rain answered)

"That time was winter, now is summer. In order to suit the summer time, usually in the winter you wear a lot of clothes, but I had to wear spring or summer clothes so it was very cold. Although I'm afraid of the cold very much, I still had to wear short sleeve clothes so at that time I felt very cold. This was the most impressive thing."

Credit: Rain-America.com

willenette

08-26-2008, 03:59 PM

*** RAIN is just so “bold”……….fighting! :)

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08 Aug 22 [XIamen Hotline] Rain Regrets Missing Liu Xiang But Regards Him As Hero

Yesterday afternoon (on the 21st), popular South Korean "Son of Heaven" Rain was present at the Olympics park, getting himself ready for his performance for the closing ceremony of the Beijing Olympic Games. Regarding Liu Xiang's inability to advance into the 110 meter hurdle finals, when Rain accepted Sina's interview he expressed deep regret but at the same time said, "Regardless of whether Liu Xiang attained a gold medal or not, he was able to stand on the athletic field despite his pain, that has already proven that he's a hero."

*Liu Xiang Still A Hero Even Without Gold Medal*

Prior to the start of the Olympic Games, when Rain accepted Sina Entertainment's personal interview he indicated before that during the Beijing Olympic Games besides cheering for the South Korean team, he was also mostly anticipating China's 110 meter hurdle star Liu Xiang. However, Liu Xiang withdrew from the qualifying round due to injury, thus also bringing a halt to Rain's dream of witnessing his moment at the Bird's Nest Stadium. Regarding this outcome, Rain expressed his deepest regret, but he hoped that he could express his support to Liu Xiang through the media, "Athletes and actors are the same, failure or success can't be based off one race, one movie. Even though Liu Xiang was not a champion this time, he suppressed his tremendous pain and was able to stand courageously on the tracks. From this standpoint, he is not only a hero, but he is also an example to me."

*Marching Towards Hollywood Is My Goal*

Despite his young age, Rain has already made 2 big Hollywood movies consecutively, one of which is his maiden work <Speed Racer> that is currently being shown in this country. Production company Warner Brothers designed a specific promotional plan specially in view of the Chinese market, relying on Rain's big popularity in China to be a strong hit. During yesterday's event, nearly a hundred Rain fans came to cheer on their idol. In regards to his maiden Hollywood piece, he confessed that he was only able to hit 70 minutes worth of show time, "The standard of the entire movie is higher than my own performance." But in regards to his 2nd movie <Ninja Assassin>, Rain indicated that it may hit more than 80 minutes, "I believe that I can display myself better and better, this is the faith that I stand true on, I believe that I can gain success in Hollywood! Just like how I am in South Korea."

Source: Xia Men Hotline
Posted by nicolech76@RainHK
Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

08-26-2008, 04:01 PM

*** Well, we just have to wait & see. :D

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[Aug-23-2008] "Bird Nest" became popular for singers
Oriental Daily News

Beijing National Stadium known as "Bird Nest", many companies signed contract with the Bird Nest, October 7th and 25th were successfully booked, the organizer starting to plan have the first singer hold concert in the bird nest stadium.

Who will be the first singer to have a concert at the Bird Nest stadium?
The general manager of the organizer expressed they are interested in many singers and took initiatives to approach them, they included, Jacky Cheung, Amei Cheung, Jay Chou and popular Korean singer Rain, etc. However, he stressed that it depends on the content of the performance, hope it contain historic importance. Regardless who would be chosen, ten percent of the concert tickets earnings will be contribute to charity institution.

source: Oriental Daily
Rain's part English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit: rainyallday/onlyrain/pantip

willenette

08-26-2008, 04:02 PM

*** What a spectacular ending to one of the most memorable games of all time. So many artists were there to perform. It was quite awesome to see RAIN for being there. I was excited seeing him along with other Chinese singers. The song was catchy. I didn’t know a lot of other artists who sang, too. RAIN got good camera time, too. :)

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Star Cast for Closing Ceremony 2008 Olympics

August 23, 2008

The Beijing Olympics' opening ceremony dazzled with its scale and the precision of nameless thousands, but to close the Games tomorrow, organisers are banking on the star appeal of famous individuals to electrify audiences.

Lighting up the stage at the Bird's Nest Stadium will be a line-up of top Asian mega-stars including South Korean pop singer Rain, Taiwanese crooner Jay Chou, Chinese-American singer Wang Lee Hom, Hong Kong celebrities Jackie Chan and Andy Lau, as well as Singapore's own Stefanie Sun, according to reports in the Hong Kong press.

Rain, reported Apple Daily, will team up with Hong Kong songbird Kelly Chen and Wang Lee Hom for a performance, while Ming Pao Daily said that Jay Chou is set to sing a pop song with classical Chinese touches.

London, which will host the next Olympics, will ramp up the glamour factor at the stadium with some of its biggest stars on display during an eight-minute music and dance segment to celebrate the handover.

English football icon David Beckham will lead a glittering pack of famous personalities that also includes guitarist Jimmy Page of rock band Led Zeppelin and pop singer Leona Lewis.

Spanish tenor Placido Domingo and Chinese soprano Song Zuying will serenade the 91,000 spectators at the Bird's Nest with a duet.

While at least three dress rehearsals were conducted for the opening ceremony, there have been none for the closing ceremony.

Still, Chinese movie director and chief director of both opening and closing ceremonies Zhang Yimou was reported in the Chinese press as saying that the extinguishing of the Olympic flame would be the climax of the show.

Audiences will also be treated to another highlight before the night is over -the handing over of the Olympic flag to London Mayor Boris Johnson, signalling the moment that the British capital becomes the official host of the 2012 Olympics.

A red double-decker bus, just like the ones that run on London roads, will be featured at the closing ceremony. Also expected are performances by disabled and non-disabled dancers from a contemporary dance company, and a hip hop dance troupe.

British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, who was under intense pressure from human rights campaigners to miss the Games' opening ceremony, will attend the closing tomorrow.

He avoided public criticism of China's human rights record during meetings with Chinese President Hu Jintao and Premier Wen Jiabao yesterday.

'With the whole world watching, the Beijing Olympics have captured the imagination of the entire global community,' the British Prime Minister said.

'The 2008 Beijing Olympics have set a new standard for the Olympic Games which we in London in 2012 will seek to follow.'

The handing over in Beijing will kick off concurrent celebrations back in Britain, including a giant party in London's Mall in front of Buckingham Palace that will include a free concert for more than 40,000 people.

Throughout Britain, a network of big screens will go up showing highlights from the Beijing Olympics as well as the closing ceremony. There will also be individual handover celebrations in towns and cities across the country, London 2012 organisers revealed yesterday.

Source: BBC Monitoring. Copyright BBC.

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/news/2008/...remony_2008.htm (http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/news/2008/8/23/star_cast_for_closing_ceremony_2008.htm)

posted by dyan @ JTUNE_The Cloud

http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/co..._what=&keyword= (http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=31&board_id=b_08042315221786&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

willenette

08-26-2008, 04:05 PM

*** He looked so happy during the performance with other artists. Ye, this is the right word………Good to see him in the Beijing closing ceremony. :D

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[Aug-24-2008] Rain left to Bird Nest
Rain went to ate at McDonald in noon. Rain along with Jacky Chan, Karen Mok and other singers went to the bus arranged by the organizer, on the way to Bird Nest. He worn Jeans, but his assistant carried a white suit.

posted @ baidu at 2008-08-24 13:20
English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit: jinijung/pantip/onlyrain

willenette

08-26-2008, 04:06 PM

*** OMG – these fans were just so lucky to have hold his hands. :D

****************************************************************************

Aug-24-2008] Fan Acct - Shook hands with Rain (ˆ¬“žŽè)
Fan account in Chinese is written by ”Ù¼ @ ŠØŽÐ

Today's performance was amazing, Rain and Kelly performed well together.
They interacted a lot, after watched the TV I hurried went out.
At the hotel when there were not much of people yet, we quietly sat down and ordered coffee, etc.
Around 10:20pm, the hotel securities suddenly alerted, obviously they must got information about Rain about to come back.

Fortunately, Rain chose to enter from the main entrance.
All the clouds waited at the lobby hall can see him.
They were well behaved, no one ran to chase him.
They were standing in their position and waved at him.
He looked a little tired. Of course, he left at 11am, only ate McDonald.
Then left with other performers and rode on the same bus to the Bird Nest.
He must felt tired and hungry.

When he walked into the lobby his speed was not fast.
Non of us went to bother him, no one scream, only watched him.
Before he came back, there were already 4 Korean media went upstairs to prepare for interviews.

We still waited, but saw him looked so tired we were not sure if he still go outside to eat or relax. While we were about to give up, suddenly saw assistant appeared towards hotel's back entrance direction, clouds realized he must have some action.

No time to decide, I chose to wait for him outside of the main entrance.
Really! he changed clothes and came out, he worn hat, white t-shirt
(the same t-shirt from his Berlin self-cam, it has the word Florida)
jeans and red flip-flop. He walked towards me and my friend, we waved to him.
He...unexpectedly...took initiative and put out his hand!!
We shook hands with him. His hand was soft, big and smelled very good.
I didn't want to wash my hands.
After he went inside the car, we still waved to him and he waved back to us.
We were so lucky!!!

English Translation by Rain-America.com
source:rain-america

willenette

08-27-2008, 04:01 PM

RAIN DRINKS IN OLYMPICS EMOTION

Singer Rain has spoken about performing at the Beijing Olympic closing ceremony on Sunday. The Korean singer sang the closing theme song “Beijing, Beijing, I Love Beijing” with other Chinese stars, including Hong Kong-based Kelly Chen, Taiwanese singer Wang Leehom, and Chinese star Cecelia Han.

There had been increasing curiosity surrounding Rain’s participation in the ceremony, because his agency refused to confirm it. On Monday, the agency finally broke its silence, saying, “Rain signed a contract to perform at the closing ceremony some three months ago when the International Olympic Committee made an official request. But the contract required us to keep it confidential.”

Before going onstage, Rain said he felt honored and excited when first asked to perform, as though he had been chosen for the national squad. He also seemed overwhelmed with joy after the ceremony. “I have never felt this nervous since my debut,” he said. “I was very moved to see people around the world gather and enjoy this occasion of harmony and festival.”

Rain is currently working on his fifth album.

Digital Chosunilbo (http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200808/200808260017.html)

willenette

08-27-2008, 04:03 PM

*** So nice to hear that they have very good comments about RAIN. HK & China Medias have also good comment about his performance.. 100% agree of what they had said. RAIN has always been professional about his work.. So nice to now, too that his part got the highest rating. This is interesting. I’m proud of RAIN! Good article……… ;)

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Rating / Impression on Rain

Beijing Olympic closing ceremony broadcast on TVB received average TV rating of 35, the highest peak is at 44, 2 points higher than the opening ceremony, approximately 2.76 million people watched it. The time that received the highest TV rating was when Rain, Kelly and Lee Hom singing.

source: TOM Entertainment News

===

How do Kelly Chen, Han Xue and Wang Lee Hom feel about Rain?

Kelly expressed she had talked to Rain though the help of a translator but she afraid to talk more. She said Rain appeared as cool and her impression of Rain is that he is very built.

source: City Daily News

Han Xue: "Rain is quite cool, maybe because of the language I didn't communicate with him much, has been a very cool feeling."

source: Sina Entertainment News

Lee Hom expressed Rain is a very professional singer.

source: South Net News

Credits : FollowRain / Rain –America

tarong

08-27-2008, 08:06 PM

Anyeong mga sis!!!

Rain sings at Beijing Olympic Closing Ceremony 2008 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oRXg9eTbdA)
credit: youtube

wow natuloy din ang pagkanta ni BI sa Beijing Olympics!!! He finally got his haircut short!!!:p yeheyyy!!!

willenette, hi sis swerte naman ng fan na yan!!!

willenette

08-29-2008, 05:59 PM

RAIN TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM

By Han Sang-hee
Staff Reporter

Singer-actor Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php) will release an album in October and also take part in a comeback program with major broadcaster MBC.

Born Jeong Ji-hoon, the 26-year-old entertainer has returned to the Asian music scene after pursuing an acting career in the United States. He told Yonhap News that he is producing his new album himself.

"I have been working on the album for a long time and it's almost finished now. The album will carry songs that I wrote myself. Because it's an Asian special album, there will also be an English version", he said.

He will also appear in a comeback program on MBC, which did the same for pop music pioneer Seo Tai-ji this month.

The program on Seo had in-depth interviews and a concert, with the concept of Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php)'s program to be similar. Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php)'s program is scheduled for October but specifics will be announced soon.

Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php) starred in the Hollywood movie "Speed Racer" this year and his upcoming movie "Ninja Assassin" will be released in January next year. He also made headlines by singing at the closing ceremony of the Beijing Olympics Sunday.

Source : www.koreatimes.co.kr... (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/)

willenette

08-29-2008, 06:01 PM

*** Wow, great to know that he’s the composer of some of the songs in this album. :cool:

08 Aug 28 [Innolife] Rain Composes Own Music For October Release of Asian Album

For his special Asian album scheduled for release in October, singer Rain has attempted to compose his own music for the first time.

In this special album there are 4 to 5 songs of which Rain has composed, and they have now entered the recording stages. There is also a song in this edition that is sung by both Rain and his new singing trainee.

The audio visual company that is responsible for this special album has never been involved in Rain's music production before, so this opportunity will be taken to demonstrate his own strength beyond the realm.

Rain's management company expressed this, "Even though Rain has recruited the works of many famous composers for this special album, we think that by using the aspect of him composing music he can train well in his abilities in other aspects as well."

Source: Innolife
Posted by nicolech76@RainHK
Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

09-03-2008, 12:23 PM

*** Wow, can’t wait for this – looking forward to this concert again next month. :cool:

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08 sept 02 Rain will be on Lotte concert again

[...]
Rain, Bigbang, Alex, Fly To The Sky and other popular Korean artists will be at the Olympic Park (Gymnastic Sports Arena) at 7 pm October 18 to host an autumn family concert, admission tickets of which are distributed through purchases made.

credit: hongtha/jtunemakecafe
kr to cn: baidu
cn to engl: dsl99a/sexybi & rainusa

willenette

09-03-2008, 12:25 PM

*** Gosh, this will be the 3rd Hollywood movie that he’s going to make in case this will push-thru after NA next year. I hope he won’t forget to do a drama, too so more time to see him on the screen.

Eating veggies & chicken breast only for 8-months, who wouldn’t feel the same thing? We know how much he loves food, how much he loves to eat.

Can’t wait for his Asian Special Album next month. I’m sure this makes him busy nowadays preparing. Gosh, 6-7 songs, which he composed – very curious to hear especially those lyrics he put into them. I wish him all the BEST for this since this will be his own after he left JYPE. :)

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[Sep-02-2008] Newsen - New album on October packs with Rain's style

source: Newsen

In the recent interview with OBS TV, Rain talked about his upcoming album, there were 6 or 7 songs composed by himself and in the album can feel Rain style, is a total change. This is his first independent work, demonstrated self-confident feeling.

Rain revealed satisfaction relate to the new performance. "However, there were worries, but most important is to find myself. Although there were worries and suffered in pain but seems luck had came out."

Rain indicated he received two Hollywood movie proposals, one is romantic comedy literature style and another one is action type, but nothing concrete was signed yet, the stories had very good contents.

Rain also said Speed Racer may be the movie that let the World know his name, fate had tied with the Wachowski's brothers. He also mentioned because of Ninja Assassin, he had trained and on diet for 8 months, now he dislikes veggie and chicken breast. After he was done with the movie, he relaxed for a little while, but when the new album releases on October, has to manage again. The interview will be broadcast on OBS on the 6th at 8:50

Brief English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit: FollowRain@Rain-America.com

willenette

09-03-2008, 12:26 PM

CHINESE COMPOSER HEARTS RAIN’S BODY

Guan Zhe (关喆), composer of “Beijing Beijing I Love Beijing” recently uploaded a picture of Rain and himself as a post-celebratory post on his blog, rounding off his participation in the grand event. He praised the international star for his perseverance and his rock hard body.

The fascinated composer stated “Rain’s triceps are just too big, I seriously have to start working on mine.”

source: seoulbeats (http://www.seoulbeats.com/2008/09/composer-of-olympics-theme-song-likes-rains-body/)

docirene

09-04-2008, 12:58 PM

POINT OF THIS OUTFIT : WHITE RIBBON TIE

http://www.hancinema.net/photos/posterphoto62410.jpg

Singer Rain has appeared at the Lotte Hotel in Seoul to sing a wedding song for his company's representative Jo Dong-won who married actress Ko Eun-ah's older sister Bang Hyo-seon.
Jo Dong-won was once manager for JYP Entertainment and met his new wife through god's concert.
Rain has appeared in all black with white sneakers and a white ribbon tie. The style is clean and sleek. Two thumbs up for this world star's choice in wardrobe!

Source : cynews.cyworld.com

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my reply:

gosh i think he looks so cool and crisp with this outfit altho i thought he'd dress up more appropriately (like more formally as he did in CTH's wedding).

anyways, i surely miss seeing Rain on local tv. i hope to see more of him when he promotes his upcoming CD, even in the news. and im so looking forward to seeing him in another korean tv series.

docirene

09-04-2008, 12:59 PM

CF pics
http://img.news.yahoo.co.kr/picture/2008/f3/20080903/20080903104023863f3_105212_0.jpg
Rain - Making of SKT CF

Here is the adorable clips of

Rain - making SKT CF (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axD2D5-PMjE)

credit: Benamoo / rain-america.com

About 40 sec into the video, there is a scene of Rain watching himself on the monitor and laughing. Really Cute!

docirene

09-04-2008, 01:02 PM

[Sep-03-2008] Korean Magazine
source: naver

Credits : jihoonlove / RAIN-America

http://www.soompi.com/forums/style_images/1/img-resized.png Reduced: 99% of original size [ 514 x 649 ] - Click to view full image
http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee256/willenette/magazinecover12.jpg

http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee256/willenette/magazinecoverKorean13.jpg

docirene

09-04-2008, 01:03 PM

RAIN BECOMES THE WEDDING SINGER

For his right hand man, Jo Dong Won's wedding, the World Star sang at the wedding. The wedding was held at the Lotte Hotel in Sogong-dong, Seoul on the 30 August.

Rain sang the song from his "It's Raining" album - I DO. Rain also requested that Jo the bridegroom kissed his bride (11 years his junior) when Bi sang the chorus. Which he obligingly did.

Rain has mentioned more than once that he is looking for the right woman to marry. He would love to have a wife cook him his favourite dish kimchi jjigae (kimchi stew) and a daughter who looks just like her mother.

source: StarNews, SPN, RainWorld café
translations: kpopped

080830 @Jo DongWon wedding
source:Newsen , Mydaily, Starnews,Yonhap, SPN
credit:benamoo ,Rain-America
[]http://upic.me/i/ez/080830jowedding1.jpg[] (http://upic.me/show.php?id=78f45e7d36b0637ad1cfd2f6b9c44b11)

[]http://upic.me/i/qs/080830jowedding14.jpg[/] (http://upic.me/show.php?id=d3ae89f6ebc6272000709105c73150a2)

docirene

09-04-2008, 01:04 PM

Sep-03-2008] RAIN"I am a designer"

Singer Rain's company, J.Tune entertainment marches into clothing business.

J.Tune entertainment and Rain involved in establishing J.Tune Creative fashion clothing brand and the name that was decided is called "SIX TO FIVE", it launches officially.

J.Tune Creative had recently sold J.Tune's first branded sun glasses through 'On-Offline' sales and under consumers' care, all were sold out. Rain who participated in the design of the sun glasses also had wore the sun glasses in his Japan and Korean fan meeting, it brought a unique fashion feeling and felt proud.

Jo Dong-won who is the main representative of J.Tune entertainment and J.Tune Creative, he expressed 'On-Offline' is a multiplex system, it's easy to attract consumers and the World market may like the brand, currently trying to find out the differences and strategy of dividing the work of refinement.

source: Newsen

Korean - Chinese by cloudchina
English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit:MustRain@Rain-America

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my reply:

this is great. rain is a very successful world class artist and soon to be world class fashion designer. congrats to the new business.

docirene

09-04-2008, 01:09 PM

Rain Produces Special Comeback Show with MBC
2008-08-28

http://english.kbs.co.kr/ICSFiles/artimage/2008/08/28/c_ent_nws/080828_ent_1.jpg

Singer Rain will take part in producing a special program with MBC to celebrate his return to the K-pop scene. Rain plans to release his much-anticipated special album in October.

The special program featuring Rain is expected to be similar to Seo Taiji's comeback special which was broadcast earlier this month.

The program will last for one hour and will feature live performances and interviews. MBC is currently negotiating with Rain's management agency JTune Entertainment to air the show sometime in October.

Following his performance during the closing ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Rain told Yeonhap News Agency during a phone interview that he is confident about his new album.

Rain, who produced the album himself, said it took a long time for him to prepare and record the album, which is in its final stage of production. The singer added that the special album includes many of the songs he wrote himself and that some of them are in English.

The album will be released all over Asia as well as other countries with a sizeable Asian K-pop market. Rain plans to release a wordwide album early next year following the release of "Ninja Assassin," a Hollywood blockbuster film starring Rain.

c: KBS Global

willenette

09-08-2008, 03:52 PM

*** This is great. :D

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08 Sept 06 Big Success On New Album!!! World Wide Project

source: http://625lovingclouds.blogspot.com/ (http://625lovingclouds.blogspot.com/)
Posted by Aimen@Rain-Asia & RainHK

Dear Fellow Clouds,

Last year we sent 2,500 red heart messages to Rain in Berlin to encourage him during one of his darkest time. Through the cards, we told him that Clouds will always have faith in him and will support him wholeheartedly.
He is still keeping our cards with him.
(as seen in the 24 Hours DVD).
http://clouds-with-rain.blogspot.com/ (http://clouds-with-rain.blogspot.com/)

Come October, Rain is set to release his very first self-
produced “Asian Special Album”. This album will contain
songs composed by him.This is also a highly anticipated
album as it is also the first album by J-Tune Entertainment
with everyone watching Rain's every move and performance.

As the production moves towards the last phase, instead of
only waiting passively for the album release, let us all unite
and do something together to spur him on in this last lap!!
Let him know we’re with him all the way! Rain needs all the
encouragement and support from his Cloud Family!

The “Big Success on New Album!” event hopes to collect,
as many as possible, cheerful messages and paper cranes
from Clouds who are located across all continents…

PAPER CRANE IS THE SYMBOL OF PRAYER.
An ancient legend promises that anyone who folds a
thousand paper cranes will be granted a wish by a crane.
Best wishes, prayer for victory, or praying for a long life.

Let's make thousands of paper cranes together.
Fold a small paper crane one by one, with warmest wishes,
prayers, love for Rain… At the end, all messages will be
collected and sent to Seoul directly into Rain’s hands…

Please read the proposal below for details:

Time frame:
6th September 2008 ~ 30th September 2008
Deadline:
All paper cranes must reach the destination addresses
by 30th September 2008.

Paper Crane dimenssion(PDF)
http://www.origami-usa.org/files/traditional-crane.pdf (http://www.origami-usa.org/files/traditional-crane.pdf)

If the upper link doesn't work, please visit here.
http://www.origami-usa.org/diagrams (http://www.origami-usa.org/diagrams)
click →"Traditional-crane".

Steps to folding Paper Crane (GIF animation):
http://origami.ousaan.com/studio/tradition...ru/1/index.html (http://origami.ousaan.com/studio/traditional/orizuru/1/index.html)

* Please make 50 paper cranes
　into a one-metre long string.
* Please use quadrate paper, 75x75mm(3x3inch).
* Write the following message in our own languages:
　　Big Success on New Album!
　　on paper tag, 3x10cm. tie in with cranes.

　　Korea: 앨범 대박!!
　　English: Big Success On New Album!
　　Chinese: 祝新專輯成功！
　　Japanese:　アルバムの成功を祈って！
　　Other languages: (you may write in your own language)

* You can write or design your personal message to Rain.
* You can express your creativity by using different
　materials to create cranes and message tags with
　unique designs. Make your crane special!

Please see this link for reference
http://images.google.co.uk/images?gbv=2&hl...G=Search+Images (http://images.google.co.uk/images?gbv=2&hl=en&q=senbazuru&btnG=Search+Images)

What to do after you made a string of Paper Cranes:
Please send your string of Paper Cranes to the following
collection centers. Please flatten the paper cranes
to fit them in the normal-size envelope.
The envelope should be made out for the attention of
“Big Success on New Album!"

Address your envelope to any of the following:

Hong Kong: Flat D, 43/F, Tower 1,Royal Green,18
　　　　　　　　Ching Hiu Road,Sheung Shui NT,　Hong Kong

Japan: UP SWING, 4-28-18, Akitsu, Higashimurayama-shi　
　　　　　Tokyo, Japan post　189-0001

Singapore: Block 153 Simei Street 1 #05-47
　　　　　　　Singapore 520153

Korean: Geomyong Mansion 302, Hawgok 8 dong 330-17,
　　　　　　Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea　157-879

Taiwan: 1F., No.6, Alley 6, Lane 145, Sec. 1, Jioujhuang St.,
　　　　　　Nangang District, Taipei City 115, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

Reminder:
All paper cranes must reach the destination addresses
by 30th September 2008. For overseas posting, make sure
you have adequate time for the paper cranes to reach
the country coordinators.

For any enquires, please email 625lovingclouds@gmail.com

willenette

09-10-2008, 08:35 AM

*** Something to look forward to on him soon. Such good news that he’s confirmed to attend. Ye, he’s going to perform again. :cool:

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[Sep-05-2008] Lotte Family Concert on October 18, 2008

Official Notice at: http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.p...2=&field=&word= (http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=105&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word=)

Notice about Lotte Family Concert

Hello everybody...
This is Cloud Master
Right now Rain is the spokesman for Lotte Duty Free Shop
On October 18, 2008
Rain confirmed to attend Lotte Family Concert
More details visit
http://www.knt.co.jp/esite/0810/rain-2008lotte/ (http://www.knt.co.jp/esite/0810/rain-2008lotte/)

Thank you!!

English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit:FollowRain@Rain-America /pantip/onlyrain

willenette

09-11-2008, 10:37 AM

*** Ohhhhhhh… I thought he’s in US at the moment? Which is true? But I hope he’s indeed there. In case, what is he doing there? I don’t think for vacation, it must be work. :D

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08 sept 10 Rain in Bangkok

A friend in Thailand told me that some ppl saw Rain today in Bangkok in Siam Nairamit (http://www.siamniramit.com/)

We heard some romours what he is doing there but nothing confirmed though i will not say more.

Credits : freya / Sexy Bi

willenette

09-11-2008, 10:39 AM

*** I find his new CF so cool & funny. I'm sure this will be the talked of the town again. And wearing that sleeveless tee there while dancing is just so sexy & HOT especially when you look at that body. I'm sure he could relate himself to that ad. You got to love him in this CF. And this you’ll agree with me. He’s just so natural in this CF. “Just do what you want to do” – love it! ;)

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[Sep-10-2008] - Story of SKT AD

Rain's new SKT commercial ad, "Just do what you want to do", again became the hot topic in Korea.

According to www.tworld.co.kr, this commercial ad is talking about a story that Rain sneaked the night time snack and afterwards succeeded to "lie" to his manager that he did not eat any night time snack.

This advertisement aimed at humorous scenes. Rain, who has a perfect body, can't help to sneak night time snack. Later Rain succeeds not to let his manager know that he sneaked night time snack. The new rhythm of 2.0 version has the perfect match with Rain's performance in the ad.

Brief English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit:Johnrain@rain-america

docirene

09-12-2008, 10:52 PM

sis willinette, you are a certified busy BiER. thx for all the updates. you certainly make my day. mwah!;):)

eiri

09-13-2008, 12:43 AM

eiri's here~!!!!! aloo people~! I see so many familiar usernames~! (^3^)

docirene

09-13-2008, 09:44 AM

eiri's here~!!!!! aloo people~! I see so many familiar usernames~! (^3^)

HELLO, EIRI!!

you must be a member of Cloud Phils too?

tarong

09-14-2008, 06:24 AM

docirene

09-14-2008, 10:55 PM

Anyeong Biers!!!:)

hi eiri, familiar din ang username mo, have u posted here before? or @ cloudphil?

willenette sis, i agree w/ sis docirene, i don't need to open soompi just to get some information for RAIN, you post everything in this thread. thanks for keeping us updated:)

hello, tarong. kumusta na? howdy l8ly?;)

docirene

09-16-2008, 09:38 AM

Sep-2008] Rain at American swimming pool source: daum
posted at Benamoo
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/1.jpg
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/3-2.jpg
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/4-2.jpg
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/5-2.jpg
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/pa...caSummer1-8.jpg (http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/rain-americaSummer1-8.jpg)
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/pa...caSummer1-7.jpg (http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/rain-americaSummer1-7.jpg)
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/pa...aSummer1-10.jpg (http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u313/parabing/rain-americaSummer1-10.jpg)

grabe ang HAWT ng body ni rain. at talagang love na love nya ang iPod. malamang me iPhone din yan. sana kunin sya ng apple to do a tvc. he is a good product endorser or image model.

willenette

09-16-2008, 12:44 PM

willenette

09-16-2008, 12:46 PM

sis willinette, you are a certified busy BiER. thx for all the updates. you certainly make my day. mwah!;):)

Hi docirene - ye, love na love ko itong taong ito. hahaha - lol - You're always welcome as long as I have something to share about him, ok lang. Thanks for the nice words. :cool:

willenette

09-16-2008, 12:48 PM

<H2 style="MARGIN: auto 0in">*** RAIN already left BKK yesterday night & he’s back now in Korea. Can’t wait for this MV. So lucky those fans who were able to see him personally. :cool:

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</H2>[Sep-15-2008] AppleDaily - Rain shooting MV in Thailand

Rain appeared in Thailand last Friday. His body guard lighted up the flashlight to prevent people from taking pictures.

AppleDaily - Rain appeared in Thailand last Friday, wearing white vest with black sport pants and hat and sunglasses. When Rain left the hotel, one body guard lighted up a flashlight to prevent people from taking pictures of him.

Rain is shooting the MV for his new album which will be released next month. Some fans met Rain in the supermarket in Thailand and saw him shooting the MV in one rainy day.

English Translation by Rain-America.com

Credits : MustRain / RAIN-America

willenette

09-16-2008, 01:44 PM

<H2 style="MARGIN: auto 0in">*** No doubt he’s definitely so sexy. Can’t get enough of his nice, sexy & HOT body. RAIN got a perfect HOT abs. ;)

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</H2>[Sep-15-2008] Pulug- Rain, revealed the fantasy physique

World Star, Rain's perfect abs revealed became a hot topic.
Recently, Rain's sexy body photos taken at a swimming pool in America were exposed to the public.
Rain had lose weight and went through body training for the Hollywood movie, Ninja Assassin, these photos revealed results of his training.

In the photos, Rain wore tight brown pant, hat and sun glasses, appreciating joyful music. People who saw these photos expressed, "So sexy", "His perfect stature" etc...
Rain will return to music stage on October.

source: Pulug News

English Translation by Rain-America.com

Credits : FollowRain / RAIN-America

docirene

09-16-2008, 09:15 PM

Hi docirene - ye, love na love ko itong taong ito. hahaha - lol - You're always welcome as long as I have something to share about him, ok lang. Thanks for the nice words. :cool:

you are most welcome, willinette:)

willenette

09-17-2008, 03:16 PM

*** He worked-out a lot. This is so impressive. He really looks good. He’s so HOT! :D

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RAIN SHOWS OFF HIS BODY BY THE POOLSIDE

Rain (Jung Ji Hoon) is attracting public attention with his perfect abs. He was exposed by the pool in the U.S., listening to music and showing off his upper body.

Netizens have been admiring his body for many years. Some opinions on bulletin boards have been “He has a perfectly suited body,” and “We are expecting him to show his body in his new movie.”

Rain is expected back in Korea for his comeback in October.

source: seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2008/09/16/rain-shows-off-his-body-by-the-poolside/)
credit: review star

willenette

09-17-2008, 03:17 PM

Sep-17-2008] Rain participated in new album's production

Sohu News

Asia Special Album will release on October

Rain went to Thailand for MV shooting during Chuseok holiday and has prepared for its return to stage. Since the MV shooting is completed, that means all theme songs and dance choreography were determined, only left over is "the contestant to enter the stage".

Rain had completed the album cover photo shooting. Recently he is doing some wrap up work for the album, such as selecting cover photos, so on. After these are done then all preparation will be complete. Rain had participated in this album's production, 7 songs produced by himself were recorded, the album had more than 10 songs in total.

On September 3rd, Rain went to Los Angeles for Ninja Assassin movie post recording. But after a week, on September 11th, he went to Thailand for his album. During Chuseok holiday (September 13 and 14th) he was shooting MV in Bangkok, Thailand. This is the first MV which cooperated with Director, Jang Jae-Hyuk, Rain's excited dance posture will be presented to the fans.

source: Sohu
Credits : FollowRain / RAIN-America
English Translation by Rain-America.com

tarong

09-18-2008, 04:10 AM

Sep-2008] Rain at American swimming pool source: daum
posted at Benamoo
grabe ang HAWT ng body ni rain. at talagang love na love nya ang iPod. malamang me iPhone din yan. sana kunin sya ng apple to do a tvc. he is a good product endorser or image model.

OMG!!! sis major *nose bleeding* na to!!!yayyyyyyyy litaw na litaw na ang kanyang perfect abs:o ok lang ako sis, enjoy ako ngayon... there's so many news abt my favourite artists.

willenette, hi sis, oo nga ako rin madalas kc nakadown ang server ng tsinoy kaya minsan di ako nakakapunta d2. ang sexy siguro ng concept ng MV nya, i can't wait to see it.

docirene

09-20-2008, 11:39 AM

OMG!!! sis major *nose bleeding* na to!!!yayyyyyyyy litaw na litaw na ang kanyang perfect abs:o ok lang ako sis, enjoy ako ngayon... there's so many news abt my favourite artists.

willenette, hi sis, oo nga ako rin madalas kc nakadown ang server ng tsinoy kaya minsan di ako nakakapunta d2. ang sexy siguro ng concept ng MV nya, i can't wait to see it.

super drools worthy ang mga half-nekkid pics ni rain, divah?:p cant wait for the upcoming cd and the mvs for promotion. tska sandamutaktak na tv guestings sa arirang, kbs, sbs, mbc atbp

michsolo

09-23-2008, 03:47 PM

08.09.23 'Actor' Rain to appear in city of movie, Busan! Merit award?

Rain will become ready to act as an international actor by participating in different festivals in Busan Movie Festival and building relations with the people in the area.

Because Rain is a representative person to have made it to Hollywood, the "mainstream" of international movies, it is known that the host of the movie festival spent a lot of time inviting him.

By starring in <Speed Racer>, a movie by the Wachowski brothers, producer of <The Matrix>, Rain has introduced himself to the movie fans all around the world.

While <Ninja Assassin>, his first lead role movie, is planned to open next year, the host is discussing whether or not to award him of merit for building reputations for Korean movies.

source : Hankook Daily News
credit : rain-eu.com
Eng.translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

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08.09.23 Opening of 'Ninja Assassin', delayed from next year March to October

Brief edited report-

Meanwhile, 'world star' Rain is considering to star in a domestic soap opera 'Four seasons' as well as resuming his singer career in October.
The soap opera 'Four seasons', to be broadcasted next February by SBS, is a story between a female war correspondent and an adopted child who becomes a mercenary for France.

Playwright Lee Kyung-Hee from 'Sang Doo! Let's Go to School', and 'A Love to Kill' is in charge of the scenario, and director Choi Moon-Seock from 'Happening in Bali' is in charge of production.
With 1.5billion won production cost, distributions to Asian countries such as Japan and China are also being considered.

While Rain was discussed to be the main character from the plan out stage, he was reluctant since the promotion period of his first leading movie 'Ninja Assassin' and the shooting period overlapped.

However, as the opening of 'Ninja Assassin' has been delayed from March to October recently, his appearance in soap operas came to surface again.

source : DongA.com
credit : rain-eu.com
Eng.Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

reposted : fongarkad@onlyrain
Credit:jinijung/soompi

docirene

09-23-2008, 06:22 PM

08.09.23 'Actor' Rain to appear in city of movie, Busan! Merit award?

Rain will become ready to act as an international actor by participating in different festivals in Busan Movie Festival and building relations with the people in the area.

Because Rain is a representative person to have made it to Hollywood, the "mainstream" of international movies, it is known that the host of the movie festival spent a lot of time inviting him.

By starring in <Speed Racer>, a movie by the Wachowski brothers, producer of <The Matrix>, Rain has introduced himself to the movie fans all around the world.

While <Ninja Assassin>, his first lead role movie, is planned to open next year, the host is discussing whether or not to award him of merit for building reputations for Korean movies.

source : Hankook Daily News
credit : rain-eu.com
Eng.translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

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08.09.23 Opening of 'Ninja Assassin', delayed from next year March to October

Brief edited report-

Meanwhile, 'world star' Rain is considering to star in a domestic soap opera 'Four seasons' as well as resuming his singer career in October.
The soap opera 'Four seasons', to be broadcasted next February by SBS, is a story between a female war correspondent and an adopted child who becomes a mercenary for France.
Playwright Lee Kyung-Hee from 'Sang Doo! Let's Go to School', and 'A Love to Kill' is in charge of the scenario, and director Choi Moon-Seock from 'Happening in Bali' is in charge of production.
With 1.5billion won production cost, distributions to Asian countries such as Japan and China are also being considered.

While Rain was discussed to be the main character from the plan out stage, he was reluctant since the promotion period of his first leading movie 'Ninja Assassin' and the shooting period overlapped.

However, as the opening of 'Ninja Assassin' has been delayed from March to October recently, his appearance in soap operas came to surface again.

source : DongA.com
credit : rain-eu.com
Eng.Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

reposted : fongarkad@onlyrain
Credit:jinijung/soompi

good for him and good for us, Biers:). havent we been missing him in the television scene? i have come to watch more than a hundred koreanovelas and i admit to missing him dearly. cuz he's not just a total entertainer but a very good actor as well. mukhang heavy at markado na naman ang role nya dito sa FOUR SEASONS. parang ala ALTK or Ijuksa. i just cant understand why a lot of pinoy Biers didnt like this drama. it was his best dramatic performance so far. perhaps they preferred his role in FH. well, being a versatile actor, he has to portray various roles. and to work with as many different actors in the process. can't wait. i love to see him act in those soaps again.

thx for sharing this news, michsolo:)

docirene

09-24-2008, 01:40 AM

docirene

09-24-2008, 01:41 AM

Ha Ji Won and Rain have been shooting an MV (from the 18th to the 20th) for his upcoming album this October.

http://photo-media.daum-img.net/200809/19/newsen/20080919093717.337.0.jpg

willenette

09-25-2008, 12:27 PM

08.09.23 'Actor' Rain to appear in city of movie, Busan! Merit award?

Rain will become ready to act as an international actor by participating in different festivals in Busan Movie Festival and building relations with the people in the area.

source : Hankook Daily News
credit : rain-eu.com
Eng.translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

Hi michsolo - RAIN & JTune had denied this news - he's never invited on this event. :eek:

willenette

09-26-2008, 03:41 PM

*** Hope his new business venture will be a success! I’m not into abstract work but I’m sure this is exceptional! I trust RAIN – he has superb sense of fashion. He has a very talented mind. Looking forward for more products from JTune & looking forward to see this product, too. I’m sure all these are an idea of RAIN. This is very interesting. :)

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[Sep-25-2008] AsiaToday - Rain established brand with Paul Klee's work

Asia Today News

Rain established brand with modern abstract painting first ancestor, Paul Klee's work

Rain's company J.Tune indicated, "The products of J.Tune Creative's most recently revealed fashion brand 'six to five' indirectly used Paul Klee's work. The copyright management industry company in Europe had the copyright of Paul Klee in England, Italy, France and Germany, and the contract concerning the copyright use was finished ".

Paul Klee is called the first ancestor of modern abstract painting. As a painter from Swiss, he had the out of ordinary ability on painting and music, he is purely a cultural representative character.

Currently, Rain is facing with COMEBACK and he is actively doing music preparation work.

source: AsiaToday
English Translation by Rain-America.com
credit: FollowRain@Rain-America
Credit: cloud#1 / Sexy Bi

tarong

09-29-2008, 12:37 AM

i posted this at soompi:

notice the similarity?

http://newsimg.nate.com/picture/2008/09/23/203/200809231022291003_1.jpg

http://cdimg3.crunchyroll.com/i/spire2/09232008/0/8/1/e/081e8e9f3cc090_full.jpg

their hair. wow, they still look good inspite of the mushroom/coconut husk hairstyle. i will always be a BiKyofanatic 4ever. but i dont mind them being paired with different costars. it's good so as to test their versatility and rapport with other costars.

hi sis, musta? yan n ba ang buhok ni shk ngayon? usong uso talaga sa kanila ang ganyang hairstyle pero cute naman e,hehehhe

tuloy na ba talaga ang paggawa nya sa FOUR SEASONS? ako rin nagandahan din ako sa ALTK kahit heavy drama, kahit sa totoo lang ayoko ng ending:rolleyes:

*** Hope his new business venture will be a success! I’m not into abstract work but I’m sure this is exceptional! I trust RAIN – he has superb sense of fashion. He has a very talented mind. Looking forward for more products from JTune & looking forward to see this product, too. I’m sure all these are an idea of RAIN. This is very interesting. :)

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[Sep-25-2008] AsiaToday - Rain established brand with Paul Klee's work

aba talagang tuloy tuloy na ang pagharap nya sa sarili nyang co., ako rin i really wanted him to success in everything he does either as a performer or as a businessman.:)

michsolo

10-01-2008, 08:47 PM

[Oct-01-2008] Top star Rain is looking forward for billions of additional income through SR

'Speed Racer' DVD sales record top, running guarantee contract...Additional income of billions of won

Top star Rain is looking forward for billions of additional income through as debut movie 'Speed Racer'
tops DVD sales in North America.
According to America's internet site 'The numbers' that totals up box-office profits,
'Speed Racer' sold a total of 406,280 DVDs in a week since its release on September 16th,
and raised 8.4 million dollars (around 10.2 billion won), putting it on top the of chart on the 21st.

Rain, when staring in 'Speed Racer', made an agreement with Warner Brothers
about running guarantees that might occur in sales from DVDs and other merchandises.
Through this, Rain is bound to receive a portion of the DVD sale profit as running guarantee.
How much Rain will actually receive is unknown, but it is estimated to round up to billions of won.

The DVD sales of 'Speed Racer' in North America is looking bright to raise Rain's recognition.
In particular, Rain is scheduled to release an album in the American market next year,
and at the same time, to release his first Hollywood leading movie, 'Ninja Assassin',
which will bring positive results.

source : Sports Dongah
credit : rain-eu.com
Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu
reposted:fongarkad_onlyrain

docirene

10-01-2008, 11:23 PM

hi sis, musta? yan n ba ang buhok ni shk ngayon? usong uso talaga sa kanila ang ganyang hairstyle pero cute naman e,hehehhe

tuloy na ba talaga ang paggawa nya sa FOUR SEASONS? ako rin nagandahan din ako sa ALTK kahit heavy drama, kahit sa totoo lang ayoko ng ending:rolleyes:

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aba talagang tuloy tuloy na ang pagharap nya sa sarili nyang co., ako rin i really wanted him to success in everything he does either as a performer or as a businessman.:)

yup ganyan nga--mushroom hair si shk nowadays pero kahit yata suotan mo ng bunot yan sa ulo eh maganda pa din sya.

sana naman tuloy tuloy na ang upcoming drama ni rain. i'm updated sa mga new korean tv dramas and movies via HanCinema.net. ang gaganda ng mga koreanovelas ngayon like EAST OF EDEN, the recently concluded GOURMET, TAZZA. recently kc mejo nagshift gear muna ko sa j-doramas. nagkaron ako ng parang koreanovela fatigue. parang ang dami kong naumpisahan pero tinigil ko after losing interest kahit sa episode 2 pa lang. hopefully itong mga newer dramas ay mas magaganda na. ang j-doramas naman, kahit 9-10 episodes lang kadalasan eh kumpleto na. maganda ang storyline at magagaling din ang mga artista. actually nagstart na ko mag-build up ng collection ko pero malayong malayo pa din ang hahabulin dun sa mga koreanovela dvd collection ko. am really looking fwd to rain in his upcoming tv drama. super miss ko na talaga sya. ilang ulit ko na ding pinanood ang FH, Sangdoo! Let's Go To School, and ALTK.

hanjieun888

10-03-2008, 11:06 AM

hello po sa mga RAIN lover...

meron po kasi akong CD ni Rain, ung It's raining album nya..binili ko po ito nung time na nirelease album nya dito sa Pilipinas..meron po itong kasamang bonus DVD..ang nasa bonus DVD po ay 2 MV ni rain: it's raining at i do..then may kasama rin pong post card..the CD and DVD are original po..at binebenta ko na po ito..

sinuman po sa inyo ang interested bilhin ito,email me at dou2los@yahoo.com (dou2los@yahoo.com...sala) salamat po nang marami

docirene

10-04-2008, 03:28 PM

http://ii.reviewstar.net/data/200810/01/20081001082033.jpg

Source: KBS 2008-10-01

Rain’s 5th Album Teaser to Be Released

A teaser music video of the hottest K-pop star Rain’s fifth album will be released on Thursday, October 2nd. Rain’s agent said that the teaser video of “Love Story” will be first posted on online music sites like MNet and major portal sites. Now Rain’s fans will be able to get a taste of his new music video shot in some of the trendiest places in southern Seoul.

Actress Ha Ji-won has co-starred in the music video opposite Rain, who will show the sexy, yet dangerous aspect of himself. Rain himself has planned and starred in the video, which is about the dark and sizzling love story between a bad boy and a femme fatale.

The teaser video will be released on Naver, Daum, Cyworld, and MNet.com on October 1st, which will be followed by the second round of teaser release as well as the disclosure of music source and the full version of the music video.

Credit: kdramafanusa and source

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LOVE STORY 1 MIN TEASER w00t.gif

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcgRgEeCwxM

up by RainSixToFive@YT

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grabe, cant wait for his upcoming cd. maganda na naman yan as usual.

docirene

10-04-2008, 03:29 PM

A recent study showed that BoA received the 4th highest salary of any Korean in the year 2007. In first came the all famous actor Bae Yong Jun, who is loved around the world for his romantic dramas and great body. In third was pop singer Rain who was selected one of Time's world's most influential figures last year. Here are the rankings of the top 14 figures with the highest salary in 2007.

1. Bae Yong Jun (Actor) - $43,200,000
2. Yun Jong Yong (Samsung Electronics Vice President) - $25,300,000
3. Rain (Singer) - $25,000,000
4. BoA (Singer) - $18,300,000
5. Lee Ki Tae (Samsung Electronics Research Center Vice President) - $14,160,000
6. Lee Yun Woo (Samsung Electronics Vice President) - $14,100,000
7. Lee Kun Hee (Samsung Group President) - $12,000,000
8. Hwang Chang Kyu (Samsung Semiconductors Research Center Vice President) - $10,600,000
9. Lee Hak Su (Samsung Group Vice President) - $10,200,000
10. Jung Mong Gu (Hyundai/Kia Group President) - $9,200,000
11. Hyori (Singer) - $5,500,000
12. Jun Ji Hyun (Actress) - $5,000,000
13. Yun Eun Hye (Model/Actress) - $4,000,000
14. Yoo Jae Suk (MC) - $3,500,000

Amazingly, BoA is the only female and the youngest in the top ten list. In the largely male dominated society, BoA still stands out as Korea's best female artist despite having been in Japan for the last 3 years.

Credits: BoA's House - www.boashouse.com (http://www.boashouse.com/)
Source: Sisa Press - www.sisapress.com (http://www.sisapress.com/)
Image: Sisa Press - www.sisapress.com (http://www.sisapress.com/)

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[Oct-03-2008] MBC special program for Rain's domestic comeback

http://newsimg.nate.com/picture/2008/10/03/173/22004_21569_519.jpg

The special program for Rain's domestic comeback

The TV program is getting ready.
Anyone who is singer and actor Rain's fan should watch it.

That's the "MBC special-It's Raining".
MBC TV is getting up of the special program with comeback after his album preperation.
This program's highlight is the set of NinjaAssassin.
The program-making team introduce as follows.
There are many scenes he is being trained, he builds up his body through training 10 hours a day.
There are also the scenes of martial art training and his appearance on a diet all through film shooting.

Since the program to be offered by Waner Brothers is opened in the country for the first time,
it attracts attention more.

You can also see director James MacTeigue, actress Naomi Harris, WB's producer Joel Silver, Rain's agency WBA vice-president John Mass, and actor Mattew Fox.
It has much to offer in terms of even their interviews.

In addition, there are world star Rain's fan clubs, the scenes of the 5th album recording and dance training.

credit to pimedia
Translation : rain bird @rain-eu
Credits : maya / RAIN-America

willenette

10-06-2008, 04:37 PM

[Oct-01-2008] Top star Rain is looking forward for billions of additional income through SR

source : Sports Dongah
credit : rain-eu.com
Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu
reposted:fongarkad_onlyrain

Hi michsolo - I’m happy that the DVD is selling well inspite that the movie wasn’t a box office hit. :cool:

willenette

10-06-2008, 04:45 PM

willenette

10-06-2008, 04:47 PM

*** Yeee……. Can’t wait for the full version. :)

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Oct-03-2008] Rain's music teaser film set the record of 100,000 clicks one day

Rain's music teaser film created great sensation, setting the record of 100,000 clicks one day after comimg out.

The teaser film of Rain, who has the comeback ahead, created great sensation, setting the record of 100,000 clicks one day after comimg out.
In other words, his film has proven to be getting explosive interest by a large number of netizens .

J.Tune official, Rain belongs to, said " This film set the record of more 100,000 clicks one day after coming out. If it receive the enthusiastic response constantly, it shoud be put the record at the highest ."

Since they plan to reveal not only the teaser film and sound source but also the full version film in order, his fans are expecting too much of his return in two years.

credit to mtstarnews
Translation: rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

10-06-2008, 04:48 PM

CLOUD NOTICE REGARDING THE SHOWCASE

Hello, this is Cloudmaster
Here is the first notice with confirmed detail for MBC Rain's 5th album showcase on October 9th

Recording Date: October 9th
Broadcasting Date: October 17th

1. Total seats for the public are 900
Now the stage size and seating safely are still being discussed with security transport group.

2. Korea's 6th Cloud confirmed with 300 seats
3. Cloud Japan participates in touring package confirmed with 200 seats
4. Other Asian countries and China will be announce once it's confirmed

We are very sorry to let everyone waited so long, there will be more notices with confirmed details to be posted.

credits: jtune00.makecafe.kr
English Translation by Rain-America

docirene

10-07-2008, 12:16 AM

Hi tarong - we'll just wait & see kung gagawa siya ng drama soon. This Four Seasons drama isn't yet confirmed, no official announcement from him yet & from Jtune. So, gusto mo ang Ijuksa, ha, kahit di masyado maganda ang ending - you know why? Biased ka lang kay RAIN, love mo kasi cya, eh - hahaha . :)

eh pano yan, sis? biased din pala ako cuz i love IJUKSA and of course all the other tv dramas of rain. siyempre naman, labs ko sya eh.;)

docirene

10-07-2008, 12:17 AM

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo95/mo..._seoulbeats.jpg (http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo95/mochipoo/rain_20081006_seoulbeats.jpg)

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo95/mo...seoulbeats2.jpg (http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo95/mochipoo/rain_20081006_seoulbeats2.jpg)

Rain's comeback is nearing. The cover of his 5th Korean Album was released earlier today and so far his official Fan Club the Clouds are hyped up with anticipation.

The album entitled "Rainism" is said to be a mix between Rain's inner emotions including Anger and hidden secrets he has stored inside throughout the years.

Rain will officially return to Korea with a private showcase on October at the MBC Dreamcenter at Ilsan.

Rain’s MBC special will air on October 10th and his comeback stage will also be featured on MBC the following week on October 17th.

credits:
seoulbeats
Nikki@af.net

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my reply:

the 2 consecutive pics seem to convey the message:

it's getting hot in here
so take off all your clothes (well, at least some of it )

WHOA! i'm so excited and i just cant hide it
i know and i think i like it.......my song for this upcoming album. got to have this.

willenette

10-07-2008, 05:53 PM

eh pano yan, sis? biased din pala ako cuz i love IJUKSA and of course all the other tv dramas of rain. siyempre naman, labs ko sya eh.;)

Hi docirene - ye, join na rin ako sa inyo. I'm always biased when it comes to him. :D

willenette

10-07-2008, 05:55 PM

*** Oh, the 2nd teaser will be out tomorrow. :cool:

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08 Oct 06 [Sohu Entertainment] Rain's Comeback Enters Countdown; Title Picture For Album Released

Korean star Rain has released his jacket image for his special album for the very first time as well as issued arrangements for comeback programs. Rain's management company publicized the title image of the special album on the morning of the 6th, and meanwhile they also announced that Rain will have a prologue to his official activities in conjunction with his new album during the broadcast of the special MBC program "Me, Rain, Dance" on the 17th of this month. Setting up the stage for his comeback, the highly-anticipated program "Me, Rain, Dance" will draw an invite of more than 1000 fans for an exclusive pre-recording on the 9th of this month at MBC TV station. And MBC hopes to break the routine by broadcasting special comeback programs of Rain continuously for 2 weeks. The hit song "Love Story" from his new album will be available to the public on South Korean music websites on the 8th. All Rights Reserved // MyDaily

Source: MyDaily & Sohu Entertainment News
Posted by RainHK
Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

10-07-2008, 05:56 PM

*** October 8 is a big day! And that’s coming soon…….tomorrow. :cool:

08 Oct 06 [MyDaily] Teaser Film Is Marketing Stratery; Raise Curiosity Prior To Comeback

The marketing by the teaser film is rushing like a flood in the world of the pop song.
The atmosphere, that is the teaser film is first revealed before activity in earnest, is recently being fixed like following a custom.

The reason why they reveal the teaser before even the sale is so obvious without saying, that is the marketing-strategy which tries to maximize the curiosity about action.

World star Rain also released his teaser film "Love Story" in the 5th album last 2nd, and plans to release the 2nd teaser & the sound source this 8th.

Rain put on splendid acting with Ha Ji-Won in the 1st teaser film, that arrested a lot of eyes.
He got much attention in that he revealed it before activity with the 5th regular album "Rainism"

source : mydaily.co.kr
credit : rain-eu.com
Brief Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu
Reposted by strawberry@Rain-Indonesia
Credits : dsl / Sexy Bi

willenette

10-07-2008, 05:59 PM

*** Can’t wait to see the full MV. Oh, real experience? Wow, personal love story – so, this is his story. So, in real life he’s a “bad guy”? hahaha – but this can’t be true. :cool:

[Oct-07-2000] Rain reveals his love story

Rain reveals his personal love story which he really experienced before in the new album.

J.Tune's official, he belongs to, said on the 7th, "Rain first open to the public his own personal love story through the album which he directly took part in making."

According to J.Tune side, Rain figured out his personal love story through the lyrics, and described his own story even with participating in the scenario working.

The music video "Love Story" that he and Ha Ji-Won agreed in tone as a pare of lovers is about a bad guy's heartbreaking love story, he shows the typical 'Homme Fatal' in it."

The tesaer and sound source of "Love Story" is to reveal on each portal site, music portal site, and etc.
He is rushing into his formal activity after comeback show on the 9th.

credit to Edaily
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

Credits : maya / RAIN-America

docirene

10-07-2008, 09:31 PM

Hi docirene - ye, join na rin ako sa inyo. I'm always biased when it comes to him. :D

sure, hop in and join the bandwagon;) sa lahat ng mga nagmamahal sa nag-iisang RAIN.

willenette

10-08-2008, 04:19 PM

*** This guy is really building up our anxiety. These concepts are great. I think it contains different sides of RAIN & it sounds interesting. But “heart-breaking” love story……… I’m sure he’s talking about his sad past. ;)

[Oct-07-2008]Rainism, What’s the meaning of this English coined word?

Rain who is laying aside his overseas activity unfinished for some time, has the releasing of his domestic regular 5th album "Rainism" to go.

The title is made by suffix "-ism" called the ideology added to his English name for activity "Rain".

It is a more advanced coined word that is jumped one grade from its own characteristics,
and is expressed as a even thought.

J.Tune's official said that Rain directly fixed the title of Rainism, he decided himself the even title with great effort due to the first album after changing livery. "Rainism" stands for "Rain doctrine", and it can be considerated as the various meanigs about Rain.

Rainism contains his self-conceit in solution.

His social spreading power and position have been taken forward enough for himself to be defined as an ideology. In addition, that may mean he put his true character into the new album.

And that doesn't have no connection with his vigorous oversease activity as the representative singer of Asia.

credit to Sports Seoul
Translation by rain bird@rain-eu
Credits : cloud#1 / Sexy Bi

willenette

10-08-2008, 04:20 PM

[Oct-07-2008] For World fans about the Showcase & Notice for seats

Cloud Notice - http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=86&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword= (http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=86&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Announcement for the World Fans about the Showcase

As it was said before, we've got 200 extra tickets for World fans.
We're really sorry for not giving enough time to apply for a seat.
But with time-limit & for whom has been waiting for the notice,
We'll get your application as following notice

Before writing your info, You should remember

1. You can apply for one seat per person, from 8am (Korean Time), Oct 8th .

2. The Ticket hasn't got a fixed-numbered seat, which will be given with a blank on the spot.
Of course, A number will be given for counting and entrance-ordering to 200, not a seat mumber.

3. You should be Qualified as Rain's World Fan(except Gurum 6th, Japanese from the Cloud 2nd)

4. You can write your informations as below .
( cloud ID / name / Phone number==> rain/ JiHoon Jung/010-000-0000 )

5. You need your own passport to get a ticket on the spot.

6. No cam, No camera, No-recording device is not allowed.

7. You're advised to get to ILSAN MBC~~~ before 2 hour.
The show is begining from 8 pm/ 9/10.
The entrace time is 1 hour ago(should be ready till 7pm).

8. Inside the studio, You should follow the directions of the Guide's.

9. Very Very Important Notice.

Your seats are really flexable on Thursday. We'll do our best to have 200pp more.
B.u.t 200 numbers is n.o.t guaranteed to enter the studio, but a.l.s.o doen't mean you'll have a good spot.
You'll have a guide to follow inside and will know where you should be later.(Even We have no idea where will be)

So Advise those who'll try to move around to have a good view or a picture not to do.
If you make a scene, You'll be asked to leave.

It's not an arena or a theater, but a private Broadcasting Center.
They have rules we have to respect for the next time.

Thank you for reading.
As soon as we have 200 replies, we'll let you know.

Credits : FollowRain / RAIN-America

willenette

10-08-2008, 04:21 PM

*** Wow, lucky Clouds who will be going. And No Camera……allowed…….. Good luck to all the Clouds who are going. I hope they all enjoy their time there. I wish I could be there. :cool:

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Cloud Notice - http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=85&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword= (http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=85&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Notice to Seats for World Fans and Non-additional Seats for Korean Fans

Good evening
This is the Cloud Master.

I would like to inform you regarding the Showcase on October 9th.

Place : MBC Dream Center in ILSAN(일산)
Time : October 9th [Entrance 19:00 PM / Recording 20:00 PM]

Notice for Seats
- For Korean Fans, it is hard to gain over 300 seats for Korean Fans, so that additional entrance is not available.
- For World Cloud Fans, 200 seats have been prepared now as free ticket.

[The Person taken Free ticket is going to allow to enter standing saction, assigned saction or on stairs according to entrance order. Also, it will not be allowed if there are no vacancy. Please make it sure this point before applying.

We applogize that the events can not be with all of Clouds even though we did our best to confirm the seats.
Please send your support and encouragement for Rain who come back here as a singer after 2 years.

Credits : FollowRain / RAIN-America

willenette

10-09-2008, 02:38 PM

*** Wow, lucky fans again. So nice to know that he still has a free moment to enjoy going around with friends. I’d really love to see him again. :cool:

[Oct-07-2008] Fan Acct - Rain was shooting an AD in the street of Kangnam
Brief Fan Account (the written account on Oct 7 at 00:10 am)

When my husbund arrived at the shooting set to see Rain again, he had already left here.

However, Let me add a few more words to make sure.
My husbund said there was the scene that Rain got hit by a car, but a stunt man stood in him.
I don't know what it was shooting about, AD or music video?
From my husbund's saying that there was a voice searching for Rain in the sound, if I am involved in working the puzzle of the video, is it possible for me to find out even the edge of Rain's shirt?

source : benamoo
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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[Oct-06-2008] Brief Fan Account - I saw Rain at the cafe

<The eyewitness account>

Wow, I saw Rain at the cafe in the early morning yesterday.
I am filled with emotion to see his pictures on line this again.

Yesterday he & his friend Baecka flapped their lips endlessly right behind us and then went back home.
I saw him with reality, and it turned out he was very fit and active beyond expression.
I could not help feeling a born vibration...

<the writing by the fan who brought this account>

He is going to come back after a while, I am somewhat surprised to see him wandering about like that.
I think that he has the cards in his hands that much, or less pressure than before.
Is it the surplus from the haves?
I wish him to make himself at home and to show the good stage.

posted at benamoo
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu
from:rain-america

picaipay

10-09-2008, 09:29 PM

hello biers!!!!! na miss ko ang thread , si bi at ang mga sisters ko dito!! you know who you are!! tagal ko na di naka visit...

omgeee!!! grabe, ang hot ng photos ni rain which shows his abs!!! gosh talaga!!! i'm drooling!!! hahahahaha

and! i can't wait for his movie ninja assassin and the 5th album! i listened to the sample and can't wait to hear the whole album!

GOSH I SOOO LOVE RAIN!!!

willenette

10-10-2008, 06:27 PM

*** RAIN wrote the song & he needs someone to compose it. :cool:

RAIN’S “LOVE STORY” COMPOSED BY CHOI HYUN JOON

V.O.S member, Choi Hyun Joon recently participated in Rain’s new album as a composer.

It became largely known that Choi Hyun Joon composed and arranged Rain’s new track, “Love Story” that has been recently released to the public. However, the lyrics which are based on a real love story was written by Rain himself.

Hyun Joon not only participated in the composition but in the chorus as well.

source: seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2008/10/09/rains-love-story-composed-by-choi-hyun-joon/)
credit: Review Star

willenette

10-10-2008, 06:29 PM

*** OMG – I’m really excited. This is very cool. I’m interested to see their dance with KSA. Just don’t know how to describe my feeling now. Can’t wait to see the show – hope it’s already October 17 & for the album. Wow, speechless. I’m so thrilled for him. :cool:

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[Oct-09-2008] Comeback¡¯ Rain, Stronger than ever¡

Singer Rain¡¯ s 5th album ¡® Rainism¡¯ was revealed through MBC Special ¡®I.Rain.Dance ¡¯ pre-recording
and showcase.

Rain¡¯s comeback special ¡®I.Rain.Dance¡¯ which was pre-recorded in Kyeonggi-do Ilsan MBC Dream Center and at the same time, the showcase of his 5 th album ¡°Rainism ¡±, proved Rain to be more manlier and powerful.

Rain actively participated in his 5th album ¡¯s producing as well as writing lyrics and composing. In particular, this 5 th album caught the spotlight because it was his first album since he left producer JYP.

The revealed ¡®Rainism¡¯ was clearly different from what JYP had produced until now. Unlike strong hip-hop beats JYP produced for Rain, the fact that this album emphasized delicacy with minimal paraphrasing, falsetto and breathing, and sensual melody, made ¡®Rainism¡¯ more manly with electronic source and powerful vocal.

The music video of ¡®Love story¡¯ that caught attention through the starring Ha Ji-won, showed more of passionate and strong R&B vocalism, which was unlike Rain ¡¯s low tempo restraints, proved clear changes after parting with JYP.

On this day ¡¯s Rain comeback special pre-recording, nearly 1,000 fans including 300 domestic fans, and 250 Japanese fans, attended and encouraged Rain who came back as a singer.

Meanwhile, Rain who had a comeback special this day sang a total of 6 songs, which included his 5 th album ¡®Rainism ¡¯s¡¯, ¡® Rainism¡¯, ¡®Love story¡¯, ¡®It¡¯s raining¡¯, ¡®Only you¡¯, ¡®Bad guy¡¯ and ¡®Fresh woman¡¯ along with a tango duet with actress Kim Sun-Ah. In particular, ¡®Bad guy¡¯ caught attention as it was sung with actress Kim Sun-Ah in a tango version.

Rain in this album, participated in writing the lyrics, composing as well as producing. Also, by training under a world-renown choreographer AJ, he is ready to show his very best.

Rain ¡¯s comeback special ¡®I.Rain.Dance ¡¯ will be broadcasted 10:50 P.M of the 17th , while Rain¡¯s 5th album ¡®Rainims¡¯ is to be released on the 15th.

credit to MyDaily
Translation by rain bird

Credits : Zarifah / RAIN-America

willenette

10-10-2008, 06:31 PM

*** Whoa………… a detailed reporting & a great one. I wish I’m there. Really feel so excited. Now, we have an idea how the showcase will go. Looking forward for the show & for the release of the album. I can’t wait to listen to those new songs. Also, interested to see KSA with RAIN. :cool:

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[Oct-09-2008] MBC Rain comeback recording Live updated

Live report from CloudChina / English Translation at the bottom

Korea Time 8:08pm

Rain sang the first song "Rainism"
It's the same style as the poster.
He wore black suit and vest, triangular scarf on the waist, hair is fluffy, sun glasses, danced very well, is not the same style as before, have little knight style. He is listening to the director now...

P.S. he came out from the water tank...

Korea Time 8:30pm

The 2nd song is "Love Story".
He wore black suit, white shirt, black tie, is the style in the MV.
He just sing, no dance, sang very well, after the song he talked to the audience.

Korea Time 8:40pm

The 3rd song is "It's Raining"
He wore black vest with metal nails, black trousers, dancer wore white vest.

Korea Time 8:54pm

The 4th song is new song, "Only U"
The music style is similar to Love Story.
He wore brown corduroy suit, brown vest, jeans and brown flat boots.

Korea Time 9:03pm

The 5th song is "Bad Guy"
He wore red suit, jeans and brown flat boots.
The atmosphere kept rising!!
After he sang this song, he talked to the audience and everybody is screaming...

Korea Time 9:05pm

After he sang Bad Guy, he started to introduce a new dancer.
This girl is very pretty, also dressed very pretty.
She is tall, wore high-heels, her height is up to Rain's ear, her dance is good.
Notice when Rain introduced her, his hand was on her waist.
This act made the audience scream with jealousy.
Now he holding the dancer's waist and left the stage.

*update - the dancer is "Kim Sun-Ah"

Korea Time 9:15pm

According to fan reporting, he danced Bad Guy again. The fans are so lucky can see it again.

Korea Time 9:20pm

Now it's the 6th song....the background changed to a tall building.
He came out with Black people style headgear.
This song name "Fresh Woman", the image is never been seen before.
He wore sporty clothes, carried a comb on his hand, very humorous and cheerful.

Korea Time 9:25pm

Now it's the 7th song, is "Touch Ya"
Touch Ya danced very well, still wore the sporty clothes with hat, very natural feeling.
Last he shake his butt...
He is tired...kneed on stage and talked to everybody
When he stand the music starts, the 8th song is starting.

Korea Time 9:32pm

The 8th song is "How to Avoid the Sun"
He took off the top, only wore white tank top.
Revealed his broad shoulder and perfect chest.

Korea Time 9:35pm

The 9th song is "I DO"
Still wore the white tank top, black sport pant.
He called everyone to sing I Do together.
Very relaxed and freely.
Interacted a lot with dancers.....he shake his waist and butt very cute.

Korea Time 9:37pm

Interacting with fans right now, everybody is very exciting.

Korea Time 9:38pm

The 10th song is Instead of saying good bye, starting....

Korea Time 9: 45pm

He is done singing "Instead of saying good bye"
He said to everyone "Fighting....thank you and I love you."
He waved and said good bye to everyone, off the stage now, the performance is over...
Everyone waved to Rain and said good bye.

Korea Time 9:48pm

There's MBC6 M.C. on stage doing tango?.

Korea Time 9:50pm

Confirmed with the fans, the recording is over.
The audience starting to leave, fans started to come out.

Recording live report ending here.
Thanks to XM FJ RJ, lala dayu for the information.

English Translation by Rain-America

Credits : Sam / RAIN-America

cfc

10-11-2008, 05:18 PM

Can't wait to see the tango performance of Rain and KSA.

OT: heartbroken ako ngayon because of Andy and Solbi. Hindi ko na nga pinanood yung farewell episode nila sa We Got Married.

docirene

10-13-2008, 01:45 AM

Can't wait to see the tango performance of Rain and KSA.

OT: heartbroken ako ngayon because of Andy and Solbi. Hindi ko na nga pinanood yung farewell episode nila sa We Got Married.

hi sis. meron na sa soompi nung link, i think.
naku dun sa pex, me korean thread dun, grabe madami ngang napaiyak diyan sa AnBi farewell episode sa WGM. ako kc di pa nakad/l nyan. sobrang dami at layo na kc kaya baka hindi ko na mahabol. nakikibasa na lang ako ng updates sa pex.

docirene

10-13-2008, 01:46 AM

Rain's Schedule (Updated)
*GMT+ 9:00 Seoul

Oct.15 - MBC Knee Guru (Kang Ho Dong)
Oct.17 - MBC "Me, Rain, Dance" 5th Showcase, 10:50PM
Oct.18 - MBC Music Core, 3:20PM // Lotte Family Concert, 7:00PM
Oct.19 - SBS Inkigayo 3:20PM // SBS Power FM MC Mong's Joy and Pain, 7:00PM
Oct.22 - MBC Golden Fishery, 11:10PM
Oct.23 - MNet MCountdown, 7:00PM
Oct.24 - KBS Music Bank, 6:30PM
Oct.25 - MBC Music Core, 3:20PM
Oct.26 - SBS Inkigayo, 3:20PM
Oct.30 - MNet MCountdown, 7:00PM
Oct.31 - KBS Music Bank, 6:30PM
Nov.01 - MBC Music Core, 3:20PM
Nov.02 - SBS Inkigayo, 3:20PM

(no airing date yet)

*KBS Sang Sang Plus
*KBS Happy Together 3
*SBS Family Outing
*SBS Ya Shim Man Man

docirene

10-13-2008, 01:48 AM

[Oct-11-2008] Rain showcase broadcast preview.swf 5.7 MB

http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?3km3xz3irlf
source: benamoo
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docirene

10-13-2008, 01:59 AM

QUOTE (blu @ Oct 10 2008, 11:40 PM) http://www.soompi.com/forums/style_images/1/post_snapback.gif (http://www.soompi.com/forums/index.php?act=findpost&pid=11308104)
Rain's MBC Special Documentary

Here are video clips of Rain's MBC Special Documentary aired on Oct.10, 2008. This is mostly in Korean, not in English SUB, though...yet. (I am sure it will come soon). But some of interviews are in English and you might find interesting enough to go through...hopefully http://www.soompi.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif .

These clips (by 'cutely21') have better audio than the ones by 'chinaanan' (quoted by 'strawberry'). Also contains missing interviews from part 2 of 'chinaanan'
( http://www.soompi.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sweatingbullets.gif Please, No offense to 'chinaanan' or 'strawberry'. http://www.soompi.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif Don't get me wrong. Please, understand that I appreciate all your effort. With gratitude, I watched the whole clips you prepared. And I thank you strawberry for the link. I am just quoting extra clips for someone who was wondering for the missing parts...since those are in English.)

1. The clip starts with Rain's physical training sessions and diet regime for the movie, Ninja Assassin and talks about his life in Berlin.
Rain's Special 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUKLwVavL5U)

2. Talks about his first movie 'I am Cyborg but that's O.K.' and how that movie led to his first Hollywood movie 'Speed Racer'. This clip includes the famous director& producer Joel Silver, his costars, director James McTeigue for 'Ninja Assassin'.
Rain's Special 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3s29g6_FYrg)

3-1. This clip starts with Japan Fan meeting and includes interviews with Rain's fans around world. Rain's beginning as singer and actor in Korea.
Rain's Special 3-1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i2T07HjRlY)

3-2. This clip continues to talk about Rain's beginning to his stardom and more interviews from his fans.
Rain's Special 3-2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aa75hdLMX5s)

4. This clips talks about Rain being one of 'Time Magazine 100 influential people'...his US agency WMA...his life back in Korea after shooting 'Ninja Assassin'... And his preparation (planning, writing songs, singing, dancing and producing) for his 5th album. He talks about physical stain and pain he has to go through while dancing and performing. He also talks about his first album and how his decision and persistence at the time might have led to his stardom.
Rain's Special 4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-tol-tpcIk)

5. Talks about his new album and his song 'My Way'. He wrote many songs in the album but the song 'My Way' is closest to his heart since it reflects his life...talks about his poverty, his mother's passing, his regret & guilt over his mother's death etc. Rain talks about his attitude and continual efforts toward to the top.
Rain's Special 5 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFntJpcB3rI)

docirene

10-13-2008, 02:02 AM

[Eng.Translation]

081010 MBC special, 'It's Raining' part 1

* The English conversation parts are omitted.

This is the scene that woud be send to the hollywood for his audition,
Back then, there was nobody who exrected him 'where he is'.
One year from that day forward, he was first Korean player who got a main role in the major movie of the hollywood industry.

Rain-I think that I see the mountaintop too high and came to the middle of it. I conquested the middle of the peak and climb toward the next.

He has become the first Korean singer to achieve the MTV Grand Slam, his today is always different with yesterday.
He was selected as the most influential people in the world in 2006. He makes us be surprised with the unexpected walking.

The world tour concert of the eleven nations and thirteen times in 2006~2007.
From the Korean top star to the Asia super star
The pushing into the hollywood with the movie Speed Racer in 2007.
He was selected as a main role of Ninja Assassin which is his next movie.

The Korean young star who goes to the way that nobody has never gone to.
There were many moments to be selected which would lead him to the success or not.
The 27-year-old young man who makes the chance and never misses it.
He is the great ambitious person.

Berlin, Germany, the place he spent for the half of year.
The middle ten days of the last June, we met him on shooting in Berlin.
None the less that day was the off day.

They(trainers) look good natured, but they are the great expert trainers in the hollywood. And they are the persons responsible for the last movie "300".

Although he says he doesn't want it, Rain cooperate with his trainer's picky requests. But they didn't know each other for long time.
Spending 5 months in Berlin, Rain reduced 10 kilograms of his weight in order to cope with his character in movie.
Despite the hard training, his mischievousness never ends.
Although it happens everyday, his daily training is hard. His facial expression is somewhat blue while he's preparing his own lunch.

Rain - I really felt the preciousness of food while I'm here.

In order to make it more tasty, he learned how to fry it little bit. But he sometimes gets scald like this.

Reporter - I thought you have your own chef or nutritionist.

Rain - I do. When I go out for film making, he brings the food that I want. But when I don't have days off on weekends, I cook by myself.

The menus were pretty much the same, Salmon just changed to chicken breast, the menus were always same for past 5 months.

Rain - I heard Hollywood actors and actresses eat like this keep their bodies in shape, so I felt as I could do the same and that's why I started eating like this.

In terms of having hard time, his staffs are voluntarily having hard time.

Rain - I don't even wanna see eggs, as well as salmon.

When he doesn't have film making schedule on weekends, he goes to cafes nearby.
Ninja Assassin.. where Rain is set as main character is the production of major hollywood movie company and it was actually a long waited film by producer Warshosky of Matrix.

Rain(27 years old) - I thought it was a lie. While I was having my meal, producer Warshosky came and asked me "Do you wanna give a try for an action movie?" When I asked him who the main character was, then he pointed me and said I'm the main character. At that moment I thought my head was hit by a club or a baseball bat.

Although it's an action movie, Rain is the main character who appears in that movie over 90%. It's obvious that he has lot of words in that movie.
Action movie was the genre that Rain wanted to give a try from the past.
It takes about 20 minutes by car from his house to the film making place, the movie company provided an automobile and even a driver for Rain.

Rain - Before I took this job I was thinking as I shouldn't be weak toward Hollywood actors and actresses, as well as staffs. But now I'm in friendly relationship with them and we even drink together.

<I'm a Ciborg, but that's OK/2006/director Park Chan-Wook> Rain's debut movie was directed by Park Chan-wook who is recognized wrldly.
Rain gave his exsistence the world movie industry. Rain was recommended by the biggest Hollywood producer Joel Silver. At that moment Rain was in overseas for his world tour.
But it was hollywood blockbuster and it was the production of internationally prominent movie producer.
Only 3 days were left until the next concert.

Rain - I had to sleep during that 3 days and I was wondering as "Shall I sleep for my concert or go to that audition by sleeping in airplanes?". I was hesitating. But I knew I would regret if I didn't go. So I reserved a flight ticket for the very next morning.

Although being a super star in Asia, Rain was not reputable, just a rookie actor. He struggled in new and unfamiliar environment and spent 6 months for that movie.
And on this May, his first hollywood movie Speed Racer was released in 160 countries.

A blockbuster movie that was produced with money that's worth 160 billion KRW that shows actions of racing cars with latest technology, he appeared in that movie as Taejo Togokan as an important supporting actor.
But not only in America, he was ignored by spectators in Korea as well.

Rain - I don't feel sad because Speed Racer wasn't so popular. Since I did my best I don't regret and moreover it wasn't the movie that I was cast as main character, so it's hard to say that it was my movie. Everyone wouldn't know who I am by this movie but still they might wonder who I am.

6 months that he spent for Speed Racer came back to him as a splendid chance that he was cast as main character in Hollywood.

Rain - I treated producers and I did some bribery. So I guess that's why they set me as main character.

Rain was cast by Warshosky in the movie Ninja Assassin before Speed Racer was released on theaters.

<Babelsberg Studios/Berlin, Germany>

And 2 months before the actual film making of the movie, Rain started training with Hollywood trainers.

He was aching alone while he was sleeping and in the morning, he went to training with his weary body.

Rain - It was really tough. But the movie was more precious than myself at that moment.I hang on to it by thinking that my face will be shown in Hollywood streets and movie theaters of Beverly hills.

<Ninja Assassin shooting set> He knew what he was supposed to do when he grabbed the chance. Rain who earned trust by the movie Speed Racer in Hollywood, he directly acted by himself over 95% for his role without substitutes.

Film making is on its latter period.

In the dawn when he returns after making all these action scenes, he's deadly weary. But even while he's in the car, he still reads his script.

Rain - I wish I could sleep 50 hours per week. I really want to date someone but I'm doing too much things on my 20th, but when I look at this it makes me happy. (looking at his schedule sheet) "Unlike Speed Racer, my casting number is the 1st one, I'm impressed by this."

Even while he's in his lodge, he can't take a full rest.

Rain - (while talking on the phone) I will reconfirm it. You confirm it too OK? Yes , is there a footage?

He's still a busy star even in Berlin.

<Japan Narita airport/2008.6.30>
group of women over 1,000 were waiting for one person, sitting in order.

Fan - This is very impressive.

Korean star Rain who's visiting Japan after 1 year, he stayed in the airport shorter than a minute.

Fan - This is the best, this is cool.

Why do you cry?

Fan - Because I'm happy. Really happy.

In the afternoon of that very same day, at a stage of Tokyo dom / JCB hall , the hall that can accomodate 3,100 were full.
Rain just came back very yesterday after finishing film making in Berlin 2 days ago.
It was the 1st official event after Tokyo dom concert in May of last year, it was a fan meeting after 2 years.
Rain who has wide range of fans from 20th til 60th even in Japan.

This popularity is same in other Asian countries as well.
When he became Korean entertainment culture star of Asia from being a top star in Korea, Rain's momental judgement in year 2004 worked out as a turning point.

Rain - CEO of an agency went to Hong Kong and later told me that my drama was being very popular over there. A piece of drama made a great progress.

.(to be cont.)

docirene

10-13-2008, 02:03 AM

<Drama Full Hous>
when it was released in 2004, the watching rate was about 40%, and it made Rain as the main member of Korean entertainment culture in Asia.

Rain - It was because of that drama. About 15~20 years ago, Hong Kong actors and actresses were very popular in Korea. But it was more than that. And that that moment I felt as I should march concerts in overseas.

Jan 2005, when (Rainy Day concert> Full house was being a heat in Asia, Rain started marching Asian tour as a brand concert with his name.
His concerts were performed in 6 countries such as Japan, China, Taiwan, U.S. and ETC for 11 times, attracted over 150,000 spectators, made Rain heat in Asia.As a result of a piece of drama and a momental judgement, he really became the best star of Asia like the main character of drama Full House.

Rain - People will recognize who Rain is when I perform concerts. Synergy effect was produced by being both actor and singer.

World Tour concert:<2006~2007/ total 14 countries, 13 concerts / Korea, U.S., Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Australia, Thailand, China> and ETC, they were huge concerts.

Whenever he had chances, Rain had fan meeting where he can directly meet his Asian fans in their countries.

What his fans found in these fan meetings which is not a concert but a comfortable fan meeting with conversations were Rain's honest, modest and humanistic aspect that they can't see on the stage.
The birthplace of Rain's heat in Asia, Rain's fan club in Hong Kong, these members will go anywhere where they can see Rain.
And they are willing to spend their money for things related with Rain.

posted at benamoo
Translation by rain bird@rain-eu

tarong

10-13-2008, 12:49 PM

Anyeong Biershttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif

wow, may schedule na pala siya for his upcoming album, may aabangan na naman tayo.

docirene, hi sis musta? may link k ba sa youtube nung tango performance ni Rain and KSA? di ko makita ano ba ang isesearch ko?

cfc, naku ako rin sis gus2 ko ANBI couple, di ko pa napanood ang farewell episodes nainis ako nung malaman kong aalis sila, nawalan na ko ng ganang manoodhttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/frown.gif

edit: pinanood ko na rin w/subs naiyak ako grabe!!!

cfc

10-13-2008, 11:24 PM

Please support Rain by watching ONLINE

Rain 5th Album "Love Story" M/V Version
length 6.27 mins

http://video.cyworld.com/203423822

copyright © J Tune Entertainment
source : cyworld
credit : benamoo
posted link :fongarkad_onlyrain

[color=Red][i]performance ni Rain and KSA? di ko makita ano ba ang isesearch ko?

cfc, naku ako rin sis gus2 ko ANBI couple, di ko pa napanood ang farewell episodes nainis ako nung malaman kong aalis sila, nawalan na ko ng ganang manoodhttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/frown.gif

edit: pinanood ko na rin w/subs naiyak ako grabe!!!

Ako talagang hindi ko pinanuod kasi hindi ko kayang makita yung farewell episode nila (ang OA ko ano). Mabuti na lang may bago na naman akong love yung East of Eden (hindi ko fave si SSH pero maiinlove ka sa kanya dito) at Yung Kingdom of the Winds ni Song Il Guk.

docirene

10-14-2008, 01:43 AM

[QUOTE=tarong]Anyeong Biershttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif

wow, may schedule na pala siya for his upcoming album, may aabangan na naman tayo.

docirene, hi sis musta? may link k ba sa youtube nung tango performance ni Rain and KSA? di ko makita ano ba ang isesearch ko?[QUOTE]

ito mismo yung previous post ko before:

tango dance by Bi and KSA [Oct-11-2008] Rain showcase broadcast preview.swf 5.7 MB

http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?3km3xz3irlf
source: benamoo
http://img125.imageshack.us/img125/...08011703jq9.gif (http://img125.imageshack.us/img125/4354/sciraindance08011703jq9.gif)
http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/84...08011704si5.gif (http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/8485/sciraindance08011704si5.gif)
credit:rain-america // onlyrain

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docirene

10-14-2008, 01:46 AM

Please support Rain by watching ONLINE

Rain 5th Album "Love Story" M/V Version
length 6.27 mins

http://video.cyworld.com/203423822

copyright © J Tune Entertainment
source : cyworld
credit : benamoo
posted link :fongarkad_onlyrain

Ako talagang hindi ko pinanuod kasi hindi ko kayang makita yung farewell episode nila (ang OA ko ano). Mabuti na lang may bago na naman akong love yung East of Eden (hindi ko fave si SSH pero maiinlove ka sa kanya dito) at Yung Kingdom of the Winds ni Song Il Guk.

hihintayin ko matapos yang mga koreanovelas na yan. and also awaiting the release of GOURMET and TAZZA. so far wala pa lahat nyan sa mga suking tindahan. di kaya ng pc ko magvideo streaming. aabutin ng siyam siyam. nagbabagal ang dsl ko.

cfc

10-14-2008, 01:49 AM

hihintayin ko matapos yang mga koreanovelas na yan. and also awaiting the release of GOURMET and TAZZA. so far wala pa lahat nyan sa mga suking tindahan. di kaya ng pc ko magvideo streaming. aabutin ng siyam siyam. nagbabagal ang dsl ko.

Ako sa viikii.net lang nanonood. Ang bilis ng sub nila. Yung Gourmet dun ko rin napanuod at yung TAZZA mayroon din sila. One day lang pagkapalabas sa Korea may sub na agad. Kaya nga medyo ok na ko sa ANBI couple ko pero hindi ko pa nga lang mapanuod ang farewell episode nila. Download ko na lang sa veoh.

docirene

10-14-2008, 01:57 AM

Ako sa viikii.net lang nanonood. Ang bilis ng sub nila. Yung Gourmet dun ko rin napanuod at yung TAZZA mayroon din sila. One day lang pagkapalabas sa Korea may sub na agad. Kaya nga medyo ok na ko sa ANBI couple ko pero hindi ko pa nga lang mapanuod ang farewell episode nila. Download ko na lang sa veoh.

sa veoh din ako nagdodownload nung ibang j-doramas kaya lang mejo nagbabagal ngayon. sige try ko yang viikii.net

willenette

10-14-2008, 06:02 PM

*** So sweet & thoughtful of him to prepare a b-day celebration for KSA. And she cried, she was touched of his gesture. RAIN is such a gentle person. I hope there’s a BTS of this. :)

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[Oct-13-2008] Kim Sun-ah touched in tears and Palm reading

Because of Rain's sudden birthday celebration, Kim Sun-ah cried.

It was reported that in the last half month, Rain and Kim Sun-ah met every evening. They practiced dance in a studio in Kangnam every evening. Kim Sun-ah finally decided to perform after persuasion.

For the show, Rain became Kim Sun-ah's dance teacher, started practice for almost half month. Kim Sun-ah faced with hard tango dance felt very nervous for the first time. During the practice period, it was Kim Sun-ah's birthday coming up so Rain had prepared gift and party. In order for Kim Sun-ah who had practiced very hard for the show to leave good memories, Rain wanted to prepare a birthday celebration and had told the production team, they prepared hidden cameras.

Rain wanted to do a touching program, so hidden cameras were used. He came 2 hours early before Kim Sun-ah arrived. You will see flowers, necklace, preparation and his performance. Kim Sun-ah didn't notice hidden cameras and were surprised, her smiles and tears were shown.

source: MyDaily

English Translation summarized by Rain-America.com

Credit : FollowRain / RAIN-America

willenette

10-14-2008, 06:04 PM

*** So cute. Really can’t wait to watch this. :)

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Newsen - Rain 28 girls Vs. Kim Sun-ah 18 guys

Rain and Kim Sun-ah's tango dance made people wonder, but the practice process is also worth seeing. On the 17th, MBC will broadcast Rain's comeback show called "Me, Rain, Dance". Rain and Kim Sun-ah's palm reading will be titled as 'BEST of The Best Episodes'.

Rain said he learn palm reading method before, during dance practice he looked at Kim Sun-ah's palm and he said "she will have 18 guys in her life", "this is his first time to see hands that show 18 guys", he was surprised. Then, Kim Sun-ah also looked at Rain's palm, result are 28 girls.

The show will be broadcast on the 17th at 10:55pm.

source: Newsen

English Translation summarized by Rain-America.com
Credit : FollowRain / RAIN-America

willenette

10-14-2008, 06:06 PM

*** Wohooo.,……… he wrote almost all the songs here, a total of 11-songs. Sounds great. Very excited & curious of all these songs. Waaa……… I can’t wait to hear & listen to all of them. Wondering what’s the secret behind September 12 song? RAIN has a multi-talent. He’s going to demonstrate his talent in this album. It’s really an Asian Special Album. :)

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[Oct-13-2008] Rainism Tracklist

Rainism Tracklist

(Title Song) Rainism
Composed by: Bae Jin Ryeol, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon
MV: Director Jang Jae Hyeok

(Ballad Title) Love Story
Composed by: Kim Tae Seong, Choi Hyeon Joon(V.O.S)
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon
MV: Director Lee Sang Gyu; starring Ha Ji Won

September 12
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Kwon Seong Min
Lyrics By: Jeong Ji Hoon

Gogaedollyeo
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Choi Jeong Min
Lyrics by: Kim Tae Wan

My Woman
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

Deoggeullyeo
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan
Lyrics by: Kim Tae Wan, Jeong Ji Hoon

Sarangiraneungeon
Composed by: Kim Mi Seon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

Fresh Woman
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan
Lyrics by: Kim Tae Wan

Love Story (After 0912)
Composed by: Kim Tae Seong, Choi Hyeon Joon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

My Way
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

My Way (Intro)
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

Only You
Composed by: Jo Hyeon Cheol
Lyrics by: Jo Hyeon Cheol
Arranged by: Jo Hyeon Cheol

Rainism
Composed by: Bae Jin Ryeol, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

Rainism (Remix)
Composed by: Bae Jin Ryeol, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Jeong Ji Hoon

You
Composed by: Kim Tae Wan, Jo Hyeon Cheol, Jeong Ji Hoon
Lyrics by: Kim Tae Wan, Jeong Ji Hoon
Arranged by: Jo Hyeon Cheol

credits: wloi@soompi // kairu@cloudph

Credit: angelordevil / RAIN-America

willenette

10-14-2008, 06:07 PM

*** Great news. So many news……… :cool:

[Oct-13-2008] Compilation news for today

The singers with comeback ahead, a very different command, reduce the amount of muscle

The muscular singers with comeback ahead have one thing in common.
That's what they try to reduce their muscle size.

Rain, who is maintaining Pan-Asiatic popularity with vigorous activity even as an actor, is to reveal the 5th regular album "Rainism" sale on the 15th of this month.

Rain who built up his muscles a lot while NinjaAssassin had been shooting daily for the first of this year.

That's what he has stepped forward of the muscle reducing to display his various attractions on the stage, for he came back as a singer.

In a meeting with him, he sometimes made his position clear to be taking off some muscles.

credit to Moneytoday
Translation/edited by rain bird @rain-eu

[Oct-13-2008] Rain showed his passionate bloody action.

World star Rain's 5th title song <Love Story> was opened.

This music film has been received the exhausted concerns since it was revealed with the primary and secondary teasers including its sound source.

This film, which is opened out for 6minutes and 31seconds, shows to advantage with Rain's distingushed action ability and Ha Ji-Won's poor attractions.

Moreover, It is expected to send another pleasure to his fans by the action not to spare himself and its special subject.

credit to JoongAhng Daily
Translation /edited by rain bird

[Oct-13-2008] "Super Performer" strikes a blow at the popular song world.

"Super Performer" is rising up.

It is short with just the eminet look and distinguished song ability.
The masses are trying to enjoy the music even with their eyes.
They want the performance which give themselves the creeps.
"The super performance" gotten ready with the unfaltering live-attack through the elaborate performance is being received by the popular song world.

Rain showed the performance festival at his comeback show of the 9th in two years.
<Rainism><Only You><Fresh Woman> in the 5th album made the fans' eyes be turned with the each indiviual conceipt.
<Rainism>in these is the song that Rain marked the performance with a side dot by getting off his rear.
He fascinated his fans with the continual dance actings, such like the group dancing into which is shaped the priates and his cane dancing.

Rain said, "Preparing for this album, I put emphasis on the performance. And I wanted to give the big attractions that people would love to imitate even again.
It is not easy to make out the performance that people love nice things and are never satisfied with commonplace stuff. But my achievement is higher as an artist."

The popular culture reviewer Kang Myung-Seock says, "Recently the masses have their experienced eyes more than before. The mind hoping, that their star is good at his singing and even dancing, has become higher."

credit to Hankook Daily
Translation /edited by rain bird

Credit: Maya / RAIN-America

willenette

10-15-2008, 03:08 PM

[Oct-14-2008] Singer Rain became the top in the music rangkings with comeback simultaneously

Super star Rain reached the highest in the music rangkings with comeback at the same time.

According to the music portal M.net of the second week, Rain's "Love Story", who came back with the 5th album, took the first ranking in the <On Line Download> and <Music Video>,

"Love Story" which is the title song of the 5th album "Rainism" was written by Rain, he put his own story into it directly, and VOS member Choi Hyun-Joon participated in the composition, arrangement, and chorus.

credits: dailyeconomy // rainbird@rain-eu

willenette

10-15-2008, 03:10 PM

*** Finally............a translation of his message. So, it's a headset gift........so nice & sweet of him to appreciate things from his Clouds. And he always appreciate all the gifts that Clouds has given to him ever since. He uses & wears them. :)

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[Oct-14-2008] Rain's short message (Translation)

From The Cloud - http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/co...t=&keyword= (http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=30&board_id=noitce&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Rain said thanks to Cloud's Headset gift

It is a headset (ear mic) that he received. He said "never expect will receive nice gift like this, will make use of it, will often wore it, perform well, because received good present, will work hard, will sing good song and will perform well to repay everyone, now working very hard."

English Translation by Wanda @ Rain-America

cfc

10-16-2008, 11:02 PM

September 12

In front of (=To face) the split (=separation), nobody can be all right.
I was like that. Having my heart ripped off.
I answered you biting my teeth (=lips) hard.
Let’s split.
I will do what you tell me to do.
I spitted it out coolly the words of split.
On the surface, I told you to go and find someone better than me.
I am crying while I wait for you on the bed soaked with the memories of the days we were together.
You will open the door and surely come and find me.
Because you are everything in my life.

Do you remember September 12?
You said something that can never be forgotten for the rest of my life.
You said, “Trust each other and let’s begin the relationship”.
I can’t forget about that time.
I am crying while I wait for you and your bright smile.
I haven’t expressed it until now.
Truly, for me, there was only you.
My only heart in the world.
But I am not asking you to come back.
I want you to be truly happy.
Tears you dropped because of me make my heart aching.

(Crescendo)
Be happy.
I am asking for forgiveness while crying for making it tough for you.
Do you feel it?
Only now I am telling you like an idiot.
I am again telling you while you are listening
“I am still your man.”
“I loved everything about you."

September 12]September 12 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5vm1PRmHzA)

Let's support Rain . . . buy the original CD of Rainism

Link to pre-order @ YESASIA:
http://www.yesasia.com/global/rain-vol-5/1...-0-en/info.html
release date: 10.17.08

docirene: hindi kaya yung fave na girl natin yan sa September 12 hahahaha I can dream can't I

docirene

10-17-2008, 01:12 AM

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:20 PM

oo naman. libre lang mangarap so DREAM BIG. sana nga si SHK yan

Hi docirene - sorry but this song isn't for her.......... this is referring to his girl way back 2002 just in time for his debut. :cool:

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:22 PM

*** RAIN never let us down – he always comes back! I hope he’ll be successful also in US. Our RAIN is so hardworking. I’m so proud of him. He has grown so much. :cool:

[Oct-16-2008] Recent Q / A - "The hard working Jung Ji-hoon"

Rain's recent interview

Reporter: You returned to domestic after a long time.

Rain: I couldn't calm down my excited feeling. When I was at oversea I really wanted to speak Korean, I'm tired of eating by myself. Now came back to my hometown.

Reporter: You came back after 2 years, are there any changes?

Rain: Couple days ago I participated in a music program, I was very surprised. Except Uhm Jung Hwa, I am the oldest. The younger generations came to greet me in my room I felt uncomfortable, I said 'how were they?'.

Reporter: Did you show your album to JYP?

Rain: The timing was not right so we didn't meet. I wanted to sing for him in dinner time. Brother JYP taught me many techniques. If he said 'this is not good' I will accept it.

Reporter: Introduce 5th album.

After completed the album, never felt this satisfy before. It included 26 year old Rain's everything. Rain's ballade song 'Love Story' was affirmed by everyone.

Reporter: Because you were acting, did you neglect dance and music?

Rain: Acting and music is similar to have two girlfriends with different charms. If I'm tired of acting then I will sing, if I'm tired of singing then I will act.

Reporter: Why do you must break into the World market?

Rain: There were 2 regrets in one day 'why choose a difficult road?' When I act in Asia, I can earn more money in dramas and is more comfortable. Although these type of attractions are a lot, but I could become world's earliest known Korean star if I break into the market.

Reporter: If you have to select your life's happiness and sadness...

Rain: I have 3 turning points in my life. The 1st was meeting brother JYP, when I received the phone call I actually had another meeting. At that time I didn't have any money, I didn't even have ability to meet woman so I decided to go meet with brother JYP, therefore 'Rain' was born. The 2nd was meeting director Andy Wachowski and went to Hollywood. In order to satisfy the director I tried to spoke fluent English. The 3rd was now accepted Ninja Assassin movie, this has infinite possibilities. The worst thing in my life was I couldn't pay for my mother's hospital cost and felt pain to see her pass away. This is the only thing that I couldn't do even if I made my effort.

Reporter: Did you become depress because you have to live oversea for a long time and bad comments on the internet?

Rain: I once did thought living oversea is lonely will turn into 'depression', but lucky that if I see bad comments it made me able to become more motivated. When I was lonely and in pain, I hang out with my brothers Cha Tae-hyeon and Yun Gye-sang.

Reporter: What do you hope to be engrave on your own tombstone?

Rain: I believed being ambitious will become successful. I will be satisfy to engrave 'hard working Jung Ji-hoon, living in a better life'

Source: Korean Central Daily News Chinese net

English Translation by Rain-America.com

Credit : FollowRain / RAIN-America

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:23 PM

*** Reading this, my heart aches for him. And I feel quite good because he knows what to do, he’s in control with himself. :cool:

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08 Oct 16 [Chosun] Rain: I Too, Suffer From Depression

"Mental illness should not be hidden, you must positively accept treatment!" Asian star Rain emphasized that when entertainers are easily prone to having such troubles that they certainly should actively seek treatment.

The recent suicide case of actress Choi Jin-shil due to depression has become a hot topic. When Rain accepted this interview, he also stated frankly that depression can lead to one being unable to withstand the pain. He stated that when he was in Hollywood making his movie and working on his music for his special album, changes occurred along with the time he stayed there, and he wasn't even aware that he was suffering from depression. He disclosed, "During my time in the US, my depression had developed to a very serious condition. Through my own air of arrogance I bounced back. At that time I got close to being heartless, but I thought that losing to depression would mean disappointing my fans."

Rain also openly said that he has recently come across a new psychological barrier. When Rain was filming his first leading Hollywood movie "NA" in Berlin, he had spent 2 hours filming in an elevator. After which, he suffered claustrophobia and acrophobia (this means an extreme fear of heights).

Rain said, "This used to not be a symptom. If I stay in a confined space by myself or together with an excessive amount of people, I can show symptoms of shortness in breathing, and with this I know how to take bigger breaths. Apart from that, while filming in the elevator, I felt the fear of plunging down to death." He added, "I believe that an entertainer should not unnecessarily conceal his/her condition because of his/her own status. I'm planning on going for help shortly soon."

On October 15th Rain released his 5th album "Rainism", the first time after 2 years since his last activity in Korean. As this is his first album since his independence, the entire process of production was done on his own, hence arousing the interest of people even more.

Source: Chosun.com (Chinese)
Posted by rainjune@RainHK
Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:25 PM

*** I feel great reading this. He’s happiest when his fans say good things about him. Our RAIN is really a simple person, with simple needs to make him happy. Interesting. His hardship, loneliness & depression really make me sad. He’s human after all – hahaha. Aja, RAIN! Hope you’ll be stronger. And take more rest. :cool:

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08 Oct 16 [EDaily](Character Study)Jung Ji-Hoon (1) Rain: I learn to enjoy myself!"

Singer Rain(Jung Ji-Hoon) is back. With his 5th album Rainism. His 5th album is double title.

Rain is a young man at the age of 27(born in 1982) this year.

Rain has become more mature than before psychologically. "I used to fight the wind before. Now I just step aside so it can pass.¨

Rain has become more perfect physically. "I sing and dance to never starve again. I still don't work when I'm not fed!" smiles Rain, no, person Jung Ji-Hoon.

Rain made his debut in 2002 with "Bad guy". He was born a star. Outstanding dances, modesty and sincerity unlike a star, and his ambition for acting made him a star.

Rain's challenge didn't stop in Asia. He went over to Hollywood last year. His debut film, Speed Racer. It showed his potential as an actor. He filmed another movie, Ninja Assassin with the Wachowski brothers recently. Scheduled to open next year, Rain starred in this film.

- This 5th album contains 13 songs, but maybe because of its autobiographical story, it looks systematic. What concept was it?
Rain: The album title is Rainism. This album was created in the sense that everything about Rain's style, music and dances should be revealed. It needed to be different from the previous Rain but at the same time, not so different. 8 out of 13 songs are either composed or written by me. Each genre was created with the help of professionals."

- People say that Rain is a natural born dancer but much of Rain¡¦s songs aren't left to the public.
Rain: The previous singer Rain was visual based. So I wanted to make the emphasis more on the songs this time. But then I couldn't give up visual, so I tried to kill two birds with one stone."

- Does that mean your vocal ability has increased?
Rain: If the previous albums touched the listeners through the breath and falsetto, this time, it's falsetto and live voice. In short, shouting sounds more like it."

- How's the album composed?
Rain: It's visual songs, and 6 touching songs. There are kind songs and quite unkind songs that are more artistic. In short, it's an integrated album much like a multi shop.

- Was this album planned all along?
Rain: It wasn't. I wanted to release Rainism to represent my success in America. But since the fans were waiting and all, plans got ahead. Since Ninja Assassin releases next year, I had some time also."

- The album is an autobiographical story, who's the protagonist of Love Story?
Rain: An unforgettable love, it's someone I met when I made my debut."

(Character Study)Jung Ji-Hoon(2) What makes Rain, Rain, is challenge!"

- Do you think yourself as a world star?
Rain: The media made it up. Of course I'm trying my best to become one. It doesn't necessarily have to be me. If I were to analyze myself now, I'd say that I've grabbed the doorknob of the entrance to success. I'm not yet a world star but I'm walking my road to become one."

- You're as modest as people say
Rain: I want to stay as a beginner. That too, is skill. In America, the successful were always modest and gentle. Those who greet first are the successors."

- How does it feel to be back in Korea?
Rain: It feels really good since I was in limitless competition in America. I'm just satisfied if my fans could enjoy this album. Korea is heaven compared to the pain I went through in America."

- What kind of things did you go through in America?
Rain: America really is in limitless competition. Sometimes I blame myself for challenging these things. It's so that I don't regret in the future.

- Did you overcome all that difficulties?
Rain: That possibly can't be overcome. But now I'm more flexible. I just step aside when the wind blows these days. I know when to kneel down."

- You sound mature. As if you've reached the zone.
Rain: I used to be afraid what it'd be like if I lost every success and achievement in one moment. Not now. I can sing and dance so I can teach my juniors, plan my own musical performance, or even deliver something by running. Thinking like that, I could enjoy myself."

- Your trademark is sincerity and effort, why do you live so passionately?
Rain: It's because I know what hunger is like. I don't wish to experience that again.

- What's your motivation for that effort? The power that drives you.
Rain: My mother who passed away. And my father and siblings too. Life pays off for your efforts. So I always try harder.

- What's your goal or dream in life?
Rain: As a human, to be a good father. As singer Rain, Rain's only goal is singing and dancing so I just have to enjoy life. Another goal could be acting. It's something I'll thrive forever."

Singer Rain says he either talks with others or watch a movie to rest. He doesn't have a girlfriend, though he wishes he had one. He just wants someone who is kind and genuine and someone who he can communicate with. He added that it'd be better if she could help him root down well.

- I heard there was another movie offer from Hollywood.
Rain: One comic-action and one melo. Since I'm in Warner Bros, I did the consulting with them, but they said now is not the time yet. If Ninja Assassin becomes a big hit, we need to make a sequel but if I took the comic action, my image would go down, and since I'm not the hero of the melo movie, they suggested I give more time to it."

- Do you think to yourself a lot. What do you do when you have free time?
Rain: Frankly, I can't read much books. I practice whenever I have time. There are times I get stress and feel lonely and down, but when I think twice, I realize I shouldn't be grumbling about all this.

-When do you feel happiest?
Rain: When I succeeded, and achieved. The taste of success comes from the happiness of achievement. I feel happy when my fans say something good about me.

-You made JTtune by acquiring KODAQ company SayTec
Rain: It's my agency and I do have shares, but I'm not involved in management. I just have to organize the celebrity network and quality, and the rest are done by the professionals."

- What is the most outrageous rumor you've heard about yourself?
Rain: I heard Rain committed suicide in China. Those making up the rumors may think it's nothing, but the victims can really become victims because of that. Celebrities are weak beings."

credit to Edaily and Translation/edited by rain bird
Posted by strawberry@Rain-Indonesia

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:26 PM

*** So sweet. I’m glad that up to now they’re still in contact with JYP & that’s according to him. Our RAIN really loves his mom very much. His family is very important to him. I look forward to the day when I could see him with his kids & his wife enjoying life together. At the moment, I want to see him having a GF, a woman who could love him so much & take care of him. He really needs a girl. There are many girls waiting for you, RAIN. Hope you could find it soon. His wife & kids will be so lucky.

Ahhh………. can’t wait for the 40-min MV next month. And this MS thing, this is always sad to hear when it comes to him. Thinking about how he would go later. :cool:

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[Oct-16-2008] Rain's talk - Music and Love

Why is your album name ‘Rainism’?

“ I had a thinking of combining Rain style music and dance together, added ISM at the end of RAIN created a new word. I wanted to show my everything to my fans in this album, ‘Rainism’ and ‘My way’ music contained my autobiography contents. “

Who is it about in ‘Love Story’ and ‘September 12th’ ?

“ It’s the same person who I dated during 2002 debut period, is an ordinary female friend that I met long time ago. “

Why did you chose to shoot ‘Love Story’ with Ha Ji-won?

“ Since this is an emotional song, I wanted to shoot this MV with a pretty actress who brings shine so I invited Ms. Ha Ji-won, she immediately accepted the invitation and completed the shooting work. Actually we shoot ’Love Story’ like a 40 minutes short film. The MV that’s released recently is an edited version of the short film. Around November of this year, the 40 minutes ‘Love Story’ short film original version will be release to fans. “

Are you meeting any woman right now?

“ No, that’s why when I’m bored I chat with Cha Tae-hyeon and Yun Gye-sang. I asked ‘introduce me a woman’. I really want a girl friend. Of course I also wanted to marry. I want to meet someone who can stay by my side and protect me. Although I might sound self-fish but I hope there is a lady by my side who can take care of me. “

What is the secret of being success in Hollywood?

“ Nothing special. Of course to American is just exist without notice, I made a decision, ‘if you don’t notice me then I will notice myself’ so I break in blindly. ‘how’s going?’ I used this kind of English to recommend myself to them, because I always sell myself so at the end they seem to think I am different than other people!”

How do you resolve the military problem?

“ I will go to military, just that I haven’t decide when to enlist. I will solve this problem smoothly. “

What are your plans with author Lee Kyung Hee regarding act in TV drama?

“ Me and author Lee Kyung Hee are very busy, specific story is not settle yet. I wanted to grab the chance, but at this moment nothing is confirm yet. “

How is your relationship with JYP?

“ We are still good brothers. When I was working on my album I often received his phone calls. We are in a good relation and being well together. “

Rain said, “In order not to have any regrets later I treat myself with care and hope” His late mother and his family are his motivation. Rain cared for his family very much and one of his goal is to become a good father. When asked if he has a girl friend, he answered, “no I don’t have but I wanted to date”. When asked about his ideal type, he answered, “I hope to have a lady who can take care of me very well”.

credits: edaily // asiatoday // rain-america.com

willenette

10-17-2008, 03:28 PM

*** This sounds good. :cool:

RAIN ‘LOVE STORY’ #1 ON THE DAY OF RELEASE

Rain has hit the #1 spot on Bugs music chart with his comeback.

‘Love Story’ off his new 5th album was released online on 16th October, and the song rose up to #1 spot on the chart on the same day.

While Son DamBi rose up 5 positions on the chart at #6. And Big Bang’s Japan-released English single ‘Number 1′ was at #8 position.

Apart from that, singer Britney Spears‘ new single ‘Womanizer’ was at #48, rising up 55 positions on the 103 positions on the chart.

source: kbites (http://sookyeong.wordpress.com/2008/10/16/k-bites-161008/)

tarong

10-17-2008, 09:51 PM

docirene

10-18-2008, 03:29 AM

Anyeong Biers!!!

docirene, sis thanks sa link... OMG!!! i miss Rain, wow ang swerte ni Ha jiwon,hehehe pero sana si SHK n lang para mas maganda ang comebackhttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif teka ano ba tong kay kim sunah?? MV lang ba to?

RAIN - LOVE STORY (http://kr.youtube.com/watch?v=32HxlcTlJ4k)

willenette, thanks sa info. sis parang kelan lang bata bata pa si BI, ngayon konting panahon na lang papasok na sya sa military, hayyy... ba't kc may ganon pa.

MV lang nga yata yang sa kanila ni KSA. di pa sila pwede magkasama ni SHK at busy busyhan si mother bear sa taping ng kanilang new drama series with Hyun Bin. imagine, exchange partners sila. si KSA kasama ni HB sa MNIKSS.

wala tayong magagawa kc mandatory ang MS among males sa korea. i wonder sino makakabatch nya pagpasok nya. kc at present andun ang mga iba ko pang oppas like jo hyun jae and jae hee (3 Dads and 1 Mom), Gong Yoo (coffee prince) Erik (of shinhwa; super rookie).

docirene

10-18-2008, 11:07 AM

For those of you that daum doesn't work for (like me), I complied the HQ ones of Rain's comback performance I could find. For the last one, add &fmt=18. I couldn't fidn the HQ one of that one. Maybe someone will upload a better one later.

Fresh Woman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bw_HPZ48bow
Credits: Black01onyx

Rainism
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grnIC2Rc8-I
Credits: Black01onyx

Love Story
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOkt2aJJ-M8
Credits: Black01onyx

Only You
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPii8ucq63o
Credits: Black01onyx

Bad Boy Tango Ver.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCdXbDj-pVc
Credits: kimyy333

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:36 PM

MV lang nga yata yang sa kanila ni KSA. di pa sila pwede magkasama ni SHK at busy busyhan si mother bear sa taping ng kanilang new drama series with Hyun Bin. imagine, exchange partners sila. si KSA kasama ni HB sa MNIKSS.

wala tayong magagawa kc mandatory ang MS among males sa korea. i wonder sino makakabatch nya pagpasok nya. kc at present andun ang mga iba ko pang oppas like jo hyun jae and jae hee (3 Dads and 1 Mom), Gong Yoo (coffee prince) Erik (of shinhwa; super rookie).

Hi docirene - di MV yung sa kanila ni KSA but just a Tango dance part in MBC Showcase, which was recently aired. Ang MV niya is only with HJW. :cool:

Hi tarong - :cool:

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:40 PM

*** So many articles about him to catch up with. :cool:

*********************************************************

Rain answers questions /Singer Rain comes back with the 5th album in two years

"There was an offer from a China side that they would give me ten billion won, but I chose NinjaAssassin. Because it is not my goal that I make good money"

Singer Rain came back with his 5th album "Rainism" in two years.
His 5th album "Rainism" have a siginificance that "Rain's music, dance, style create a syndrom."

He said "I've wanted to show the many things to my domestic fans that I've learned from the big market." and "I've gotten my composure through a rat race of the severe market."

The following is the guestion & answer.

-This is your domestic comeback for a long time.

Rain-l'm fluttering with new hope. I'd like to have spoken in Korea, and I'd been fed up
with having my meal alone. Now I think that I really return to my native place.

-What have you found the changes in Korea?

Rain-I'm surprised that I've become the biggest senior without Auhm Jeong-Wha.
My juniors came to make a bow to me, I was so upset and told them,
What happen? Don't do it like that.

-Did you sing your songs to JYP?

Rain-I didn't meet with him, since I couldn't fix on a time.
Having dinner together, I'd like to sing my songs to him.
He is the person who initated me in the secrets. If he says that I do not well, I'll accept it.

-Tell me your album.

Rain-I've been so satisfied that I can hear my music even many times.
I put Rain's twenty six-year-old everything into it. I wanted to win a recognotion.

- Do you think that your dance and song have gotten a bit rusty due to the acting as an actor?

Rain-The actor and the singer are like the unusual two attractive girls.
If I am sick of the actor, I do the singer, and If the singer like that, not the more the actor.

-Why are you insisting on the world market with such like a hard job?

Rain-I regrect two times a day, "Why did I choose such a hard job.
If I'd done my concert and drama just in Asia, I would have earned the money more
and been more comportable. and there have been such temptations.
But I also think there seems to be good chance that I become the first Korean world star.

- If you select the best and worst in your life?

Rain-There were exactly three times. The first is that I met with JYP.
When I was gotten in touch from him, I'd already had a blind date appointment.
But I was flat broke at that time, so it necessarily followed that I should think to meet with him.
The second is that I went to the hollywood to meet Wachowski Brothers.
The third is NinjaAssassin.
And the worst scene is that I could not give any aids to my mother because of no money.

That was the unique thing not to be solved even with the money."

-Wasn't there any melancholia by your long life abroad and the internet commentings?

Rain-If I see the bad commentings, I'd rather have my own way.
When I'm lonesome and have a difficult problem,
I meet with my senior Yun Kyue-Sang and Cha Tae-Hyun, I have a talk with them and divert myself.

-What should be written an your tombstone?

Rain-I believe that the way is always shorted for a strenuous worker,
<"The strenuous Jung Ji-Hoon", he splendidly lived and passed away.>
If it had been written like this, my heart would have been so full.

credit to joins.com
Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu/ hongtha/jtunemakecafe

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:41 PM

*** Lucky RAIN who has these dedicated fans like his Clouds. Ahhh…. how I wish I was one of them there. :cool:

[Oct-20-2008]Singer Rain, more than 500 overseas fans have visited Korea with Rain's comeback.

"It’s rainy week"

More than 500 overseas fans have visited Korea with singer and actor Rain's comeback.

They didn't take an airplane with the concert or fan meeting but even with his comeback news. It seems that the overseas fans' enthusiatic concern has reconfirmed his presence as a world star.

Rain said in the waiting of a broadcasting station, "The overseas fans have come to see me in front of my house from early this morning, that startled me. They seem to have come all the way by reason of my activity for ages. I can but thank you for the direct coming and support.

Rain's fans have visited Korea with the 18th as its starting point, and are moving along after Rain's schedule. With a duty-free shop event, they stayed at their seat even in SBS music program <Popular Songs>. The fans who had not gotten the entrance tickets in advance were waiting in long lines before the open hall of SBS.

They showed the enthusiasm that they moved to YongIn Sports Complex where the opening broadcasting of SBS radio program <Sharing the pleasure and pains of life>, which is Rain's next schedule, would be on the air.

JTune side said, "We have a grasp that more than 500 overseas fans including the Chinese Circle and Japanese have come to see Rain over the weekend. They are ardently surpporting him that they have moved along after his schedule as well as visited his house and agency. We know that there are quite a few fans who will stay untill next week.

Rain has started the 5th activity with MBC <Music Core> of the 18th.
The 5th title song <Ranism> is the song that Rain's performance shows to advantage.

credit to sportshankook
Translation by rain bird@rain-eu

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:43 PM

*** I always loved reading all interviews of RAIN. It’s always an awesome one. This one is a very nice interview. He’s really honest. Ye, I love it when he said, “this work is only for my fans” – he’s working really hard. He doesn’t seek any competition with this album. So happy to read that he tries to enjoy more what he’s doing. Keep up the good job! Go, RAIN! :cool:

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2008.10.20 Rain's interview with Harper's BAZZAR in the November cover.

At first he looks as if he has an emty dream, by the way he's achieved a great dream. Matrix's Wachowski brothers made an action film for Rain.
Rain has come back to us with the swift body which has been set up by filming.

Q -Are you recently getting a good sleep?
Rain - I'n trying to go to sleep early and get up early as soon as possible.

Q - To tell the truth, you are the indomistable hard worker fighting against the instinct of the slumber.
Do you still sleep just for two or three hours a day?
Rain - Guess you're right, I have a lot of work. It's just beginning, so there is a lot of work.

Q - Is everything ready for the comeback?
Rain -The every 100% preparation has almost been made.

Q - Don't you seem to have felt overwhemled by pressure after seperating from JYP?
Rain - Never exactly. This work is only for my fans.
It has not set about the task with a pressing question which I should do well,
but with a simple hope which withdraws the thirst of the fans.

Q - Isn't it another challenge that the majority of the songs were made by you.
When have you started to write music?
Rain - There is a composer named Tae-Whan in our team, who is a new singer and composer.
I've learned from him since we worked in perfect harmony.
I just put my mind into the album on the supposition that it consists in my story.

Q - You don't seem to be your former self. You look more comportable than you were.
Let me supposed that you are a Terminator.
I think you are showing, "The fact, I'm the only human being too"
as compared with the preceding inhuman Terminator.
Rain - That's right. That is what I really mean. Now I think that I don't have to hide myself.
If I do my best, there is nothing to be a shamed.

Q - You don't seem to be such a man that I've thought of you,
because you look more comportable than before.

Rain - The fact I can not afford to be easy, but I think that I've perceived something better
by and by through mysef-reflection. Now I do not for the money or the honor, but just for myself.

credi to BAZZAR
Translation/edited by rain bird/hongtha/jtunemakecafe

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:44 PM

*** Wow, so happy for him. He deserves this. :cool:

08 Oct 20 [Sina] Rain Surpasses TVXQ For 1st Place On DOSIRAK

Singer RAIN surpassed TVXQ to seize the first rank on the music charts. Based on the music website KTF DOSIRAK, Rain's new song "Love Story" surpassed TVXQ's 3 consecutive wins with "Mirotic" to be the winner this time. In this period, the once first-placed TVXQ's "Mirotic" dropped to second place, while the Wondergirls and Browneyed Girls dropped to 3rd and 4th respectively. (skipping the rest...)

Source: Sina Entertainment
Posted by jjay@RainHK
Brief Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:46 PM

*** It’s a cool MV. I love it. Dang, the dance is really HOT! Wow, I was breathless the entire time watching it. Can’t wait to get the album. “I’m Coming” song is hot but this one’s way too hotter. His hair is really nice. RAIN looks super HOT in the video. Awesome! :cool:

RAIN RELEASES RAINISM MV AHEAD OF SCHEDULE

Rain’s Rainism MV was released ahead of schedule this morning on the internet and attracted lots of views/hits from fans and curious netizens.

J. Tune Entertainment had originally plan to release the MV this afternoon but they had to push it forward after it was leaked over the weekend. Rainism, like the earlier released Love Story are the title tracks from Rain’s new album. But in contrast to Love Story MV which starred Ha Ji Won and had a story behind it, the Rainism MV emphasized more on visuals and dance chereography.

Rainism MV
For this MV, Rain specially invited director Jang Jae Hyeok who had previously directed his It’s Raining MV. The entire MV was filmed and completed in Bangkok, Thailand and is full of exotic flavors from a foreign land.

from: coolsmurf (http://coolsmurf.wordpress.com/2008/10/20/rain-releases-rainism-mv-ahead-of-schedule/)

willenette

10-21-2008, 06:47 PM

RAIN & WORLD FAMOUS MODEL, HYE PARK DECORATE THE COVER OF “BAZAAR” MAGAZINE

With the idea of conveying a “Hot Look” and “Military Look,” singer Rain and Hye Park who has been ranked as the 18th top world model, appear together in a winter pictorial for ‘Harper’s Bazaar’ magazine. In addition to this, Rain will also grace the cover of the November edition of ‘Esquire’ magazine.

In this winter pictorial, Rain shows off his masculine charm, and together with Hye Park they cast a killer glance.

source: seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2008/10/20/rain-world-famous-model-hye-park-decorate-the-cover-of-bazaar-magazine/)
credit: Newsen

cfc

10-21-2008, 11:08 PM

Nakapagd/l na ako ng Me, Rain, Dance ang problem ko lang ay di ko maburn. Not sure kung ano ang reason. Maybe yung HDTV????

docirene

10-22-2008, 03:40 AM

Nakapagd/l na ako ng Me, Rain, Dance ang problem ko lang ay di ko maburn. Not sure kung ano ang reason. Maybe yung HDTV????

we're in the same boat. di ko din maburn.

willenette

10-22-2008, 01:41 PM

*** Wow, he always impressed me in all his interviews. Re-beginning from scratch….. Anyway, I’m happy that RAIN is enjoying himself more now despite his busy schedule. He sounds always humble. Just continue to be strong & live comfortably & enjoy life, RAIN! :cool:

************************************************************

Oct 2008 - Rain, “The age 27 means a re-beginning from scratch to me”

Rain, “The age 27 means a re-beginning from scratch to me”

Q-You appeared on an entertainment program as soon as you made a comeback. How does it feel.
Rain-I think there’s been a change in my attitude. It was comfortable than before.

Q-You appeared on entertainment programs during your 4th album also.
Rain- I did. But people around me still ask why I appear on such programs.

Q-People must be feeling uneasy with you as you earned the title ‘World star’.
Rain-I try to do as much activities as I can, but maybe it doesn’t seem like it to others.

“I’m a weird guy in the Hollywood filmmaking scene”

Q-Your appearance in Hollywood was quite fast.
Rain-Back then I thought my future was more important than money.
I thought I wouldn’t have another chance.

Q-How did the audition go.
Rain-There’s 2 cameras. With my short English, I said “I can do it, trust me.
Please. (Laughter) But that must have looked cute.

Q-Naomie Harris said she’s “never seen anyone work so hard before” on <MBC Special>.
Rain-But I like that. It usually takes 2~3 days to do something in U.S, but it’s done in a day in Korea.

Q-Was that necessary.
Rain-It’s a battlefield. I was well known after that. For hardworking.
Just at that time the Wachowski brothers were making <Ninja Assassin> and they needed
the main character to overwork their body to bring out the physical abilities. So they chose me.

“If there’s going to be <I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK 2>, I would like to participate.”

Q-The workout you’ve been doing for <Ninja Assassin> was something that can bring out the extremes
of physical abilities.
Rain-Right. They made me do physical workout and not only muscular workout.
Hollywood demanded that. That is what the movie needed.

Q-But the roles you play in <Speed Racer> or <Ninja Assassin> are typecast. It’s a strong character.
Rain-They’ll be all sorts of responses after its release, and I’ll be making another challenge based
on that critique. I wish to step towards those who have supported me before that time comes.
So maybe the movie <I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK> means a lot to you.
The shooting was hard, but I was able to devote myself purely to acting.
If there’s going to be <I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK 2>, I would like to participate.

“I think I know what dancing is now. I want to make a movie on dancing”

Q-Didn’t your list of choice become wider in Korea.
Rain-Right. I want to star in a dance movie before I grow old.

Q-Your dances at the showcase was as if acting different characters freely.
Rain-I know it’s always ‘Oh, I’m trying my best, and I’m going to conquer.’ (Laughter)
So I wanted to show a free side.

Q-Before you showed powerful dances but now you show restrained movement.
Rain-Before, there were lots of exposing and powerful performances, and this time,
I thrived for the beauty of restraint.

Q-‘Rainism’ isn’t a kind song itself also. Isn’t it made for performance.
Rain-First I thought of what makes Rain, Rain. Rainism is just that.
I just wanted to give an expression ‘wow, Rain is the greatest on stage’.
‘Love story’ is a easy listening song so I classified the visual from the listening.

“In a way, <Rainism> is my first album.”

Q-Did you want to show who Rain was, rather than a big hit on the album.
Rain-This album is a scarce opportunity that I had, which I could do anything I want.
The release of my movie and the English album has been postponed…
So since I had songs I had been preparing for a year, I thought why not release an album
I produced. It’s my first album in a way.

Q-JYP said that Rain has really never made a hit with his song.
Rain-I think what he really meant was distorted. I can’t just think of the Korean market.
So I made this choice considering which parts I can bring to the extreme. It’s now or never.

Q-So you are a sport even when you are free.
Rain-Right. I like talking so much that I would like to try for an MC later on.

Q-Don't you think people could hate you for trying to be good in everything?
Rain-I’m the type that says “hook me up with someone, I’m lonely”, but I can’t just say
“I’m lonely” to not hear “that guy is full of spirit even there.” That’s faking it.

Q-Don’t you have to catch your breath.
Rain-I rest when I have to. Every time during an interview people ask me
“how’s it feel to become global?”, “Shouldn’t you live your life more comfortably now?”.
But I’m already living comfortably.

Q-And you sleep 4 hours? (Laughter)
Rain-Not really. (Laughter) My worries in 'Knee Ascetic'was how I could “meaningfully spend my 20s”.I want to go on a date, hold hands with my girlfriend.

“Honor is important to me. That is my proof.”

Q-What’s your motivation to move on, giving up all that.
Rain-Starvation. In high school, no one lent me their hand when I was starving. Only JYP did.
That is why I started to sing, and why I stand alone.

Q-That starvation sounds more like recognition and love than tangible things.
Rain-Right. Honor is important. That is my proof.

Q-Now you are responsible for everything for that honor.
Rain-I have to. It is a burden. But that is ‘my way.’ I wanted to test myself. Could I do well?
Maybe not. There will be failures. But the challenge must go on.

Q-What does the age 27 mean to you, responsible for all that.
Rain-I’ve just become more abundant than before, but it’s a restart from scratch.
I’m making my go again.

Q-Again? You always seem to start from the beginning.
Rain-I’ve made it this far, always thinking of a year later.
I could have fell if I was satisfied with how far I came. That’s my life.

Q-When you reached your goal, and can no longer maintain your physical status
as a super entertainer, what do you wish to do?
Rain-Family. And with the money I saved, I want to build a school and support the kids
who don’t have enough money to learn singing and dancing, just like my youth.
I don’t know how it’ll work out, but that is another goal after my 40s.

credit: T magazine
translation/edited: rain bird-rain-eu
reposted: RAIN Germany

tarong

10-22-2008, 03:19 PM

docirene

10-22-2008, 07:47 PM

Anyeong Biers!!!!!!!

docirene, wow sis thanks sa mga link.. i miss him singing live on stage. wow ang hair nya!!!

willinette, hi sis i'm happy for RAIN for his continuous success, kumbaga parang planado na nya talaga ang mga nangyayari sa career nya, bago man lang sya pumasok sa military service.

you are most welcome, tarong. pogi nya with the new haircut. grabe bigla ko namiss si Bok Goo.

sis willenette, thx for all the updates. ang sipag mo, mare!:)

willenette

10-23-2008, 04:10 PM

you are most welcome, tarong. pogi nya with the new haircut. grabe bigla ko namiss si Bok Goo.

sis willenette, thx for all the updates. ang sipag mo, mare!:)

Hi docirene - no problem - k lang basta may time lang & there's something to post & share. :cool:

Hi tarong - :cool:

willenette

10-23-2008, 04:12 PM

*** Aja, fighting, RAIN! Well, geez…….. who cares what it means anyway. There are just some people who can’t stand the success of RAIN. Some people are just biased. :eek:

08 Oct 22 [Newsen] Rain is sweeping over the on-off-line chart despite the sex-appealing.

Rain's songs have been being at the height of fury on the on-off-line chart despite the sex-appealing.
Recently Rain has been in a trouble owing to a partial lyric of Rainism song.
In spite of that censure, his popularity is going on as ever.

He is keeping to himself by taking the first, second ranking, and he is nearly sweeping over not only the on-line but the off-line.

credit to newsen
Translation/edited by rain bird @ rain-eu

willenette

10-23-2008, 04:13 PM

*** I’m green with envy with this girl. :D

ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh i got to meet him!! after KBS as he was leaving....he walked out from the garage and was willing to sign autographs and stuff but the fans kept pushing him....some of us were just telling to stop but they wouldn't so he finally decided to just head to the car...and for some reason i walked the other way around and no one was there so i got a position that was right by him....ahhhh....he's so hot...sorry no pictures cuz if was gonna take pictures i think he would just look the other way and feel annoyed...he was speaking to the fans something about are you guys my fan! fans be good! don't push people u love! i duno and other things i didn't understand but alot of things he said made the fans laugh...i just wish i understood...he signed a couple of autos for the older people then turned around my way and I handed him a CD (sorry, i couldn't be sincere and had an actual gift =( i had to give him a cd i made for my friend...anyways hope he enjoys it or even listen to it) anyways, then he was like what's this in korean and i said "oh it's just random songs" he turned around and was a lil shocked at me speaking english i guess and was like "oh you speak english" and said "thank you" and he went in the car and left...ahhhh first time i think i really felt like a fanatic...i've personally met DBSK and Wonder Girls and stuff but never felt like this before...I could actually hear my own heartbeat....ahhhhhh....how am i suppose to sleep when i'm still filled with excitement...and it's been 6 hrs LOL

ixsaminesssxi@soompi.com (ixsaminesssxi@soompi.com)

willenette

10-23-2008, 04:15 PM

*** Awww………. Can’t wait for it. :cool:

*****************************************************************************

08 Oct 22 [Newsen] Singer Rain will make a surprisingly appearance on Son Ho-Young's single concert as a special guest.

Rain is expected to get in on Son Ho-Young's single concert, "Return", as a special guest in Seoul Melon Hall on Oct 25,26.

Son and Rain have kept a deep acquaintance together from the time of JYP.

When they have been swamped with Son's 2th and Rain's 5th album activity, first they have become to stand together at Son's concert.

credit to newsen
Translation/edited by rain bird @ rain-eu

willenette

10-23-2008, 04:17 PM

*** This is very interesting. :D

[Oct-22-2008] MBC Golden Fishery PARTIAL translation (²¿·Ö·×g)

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Chinese translation by charlottelu @ CloudChina.com
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Ò»é_Ê¼,½ª»¢–|ºÍRé_ÍæÐ¦,ÕfR±³ÅÑÁËJYP...
At the beginning, Kang Ho dong joked with Rain, he said Rain betrayed JYP....

RºÍÁíÒ»‚€¼ÎÙe±È³öµÀÔçÍí,È»ááÕf20Äê´úµÄ¿àÀ,ÃÀ‡øºÜÐÁ¿à..
Rain and another guest compared who debuted earlier, then talked about the worries he had in his 20s, felt pain in America....

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Then Rain and Kang talked good words about each other...

ÃæÔ‡µÄ•rºòÌøÎè3µ½4‚€Ð¡•r,È»áá›]»Ø,ááíJYPÂ“ÀMËûÁË
During his audition, he danced 3-4 hours, later JYP contacted him

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Then talked about swimming, Rain said he doesn't know, JYP said do you still want to release album, Rain said yes then he jumped off...

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Talked about the actresses that he worked with, asked if Rain ever fell in love with them, he said yes because he had to become the character...

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Asked if he ever date with other artists, Rain pretended to grasp his hair, he said he doesn't remember....

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Rain said the woman that he love, he will hug her and then kiss

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Then talked about his parents, the first time his mom and dad met, they said "let's be together!" then on that day they had him...

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Asked if his girlfriend ever compared him with someone else and jealous, Rain said no, she said he's more handsome....they broke up because he's too busy

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Another guest said his birthday is on September 12th, then Rain said should change the name...

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Kang pointed out in Love Story MV when Rain was at Ha Ji-won's house, the big TV screen shows Golden Fishery program, they captured the picture and show Rain, Rain laughed!

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Then talked about his experience of shooting movies in America, Rain said every week had about a million won spending money...

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Rain said in the Beijing Olympic, there were Chinese said why Korean came here to sing, Rain said he understood their thinking, because when you change the angle, if Olympic is held in Korea and invites oversea singers to perform, people will feel uncomfortable as well.

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Talked about his mom is his first driving force....other people said even if you have money the treatment still cannot heal it, he said money is very important! If you have money you can maintain your life! Rain said the world is beating with him, why other people can eat well. He said "the world treat me like this then I better stand up well! Looks at the letter his mom left him.....and...the bank book.....

English Translation by Rain-America.com

willenette

10-24-2008, 04:24 PM

*** Wow, transformer 2? Usually sequels or part 2 of any movie or drama don’t fare well anymore. Good, that he did NA instead since he's the main character in the movie. :D

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[Oct-22-2008]<Eng.Translation>KBS FM-<Turn up the volume>

With the comeback, Love Story is toping the charts on and offline.
Album was released as release of Ninja Assassin got postponed.
While Rainism emphasized visual, Love Story emphasizes listening.

The 40 minute long full version of Love Story music video is planned to be released on November.
Out of 12 songs, 6 are for concert dancing, while the rest are for listening.
The reason for dancing tango with Kim Sun-Ah at the comeback show was to show dramatic elements. The title world star is too great, but passions arise because of that.

Buffed up through 2 months of menu control and working out.
Ate spinach, vegetables, lemon, olive oil, low-fat cheese, chicken breast, almond, strawberry, cinnamon every 2 hours during the 8 months of Ninja Assassin shooting.
Reducing weight and gaining fat to act as a singer now.
Ninja Assassin will how the ultimate action.

As a fan, Megan Fox is attractive.
Still in contact with Susan Sarandon.
Although there were negotiations for Transformer 2 with Michael Bear, didn't work out due to Ninja Assassin.
Has insomnia due to too much work.
Hope the Korean 20s will succeed in everything they do...

Video from benamoo
credit & English Translation / edited by rain bird @ rain-eu

willenette

10-24-2008, 04:26 PM

*** If they won’t get both of them it won’t be as great. FH huge success is because of the 2 of them. But it will be fantastic if both of them will collaborate again in another project. Because I don’t think it’s a good idea to do a sequel. Sequel or part 2 dramas often sucks. :D

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PLANS ANNOUNCED FOR A FULLHOUSE SEASON 2

Yes, it does sound like a Full House 2 is in the works. But as with all things this early in the process, it’s best to retain a little bit of skepticism so as not to be disappointed later.

Just a word of warning.

Production as an Asian drama: Producers say, “We will cast at least one out of either Song Hye-gyo or Rain”

The KBS drama Full House, which aired in 2004 and earned much love not only in Korea but throughout Asia, will be producing a season 2 as a pan-Asian drama with participation from Korea, China, Japan and other countries. Full House is the drama that shot Rain to fame throughout Asia as a skilled dancer and singer.

Director Park Chang-shik of Kim Jong-hak Productions told Herald Biz on the 24th, “In preparation for making Full House Season 2, writer Jo Jung-hwa has worked for two years. Currently, the scripts for the first four episodes have been completed. Since Korean, Chinese, and Japanese actors will be participating, the drama will be filmed in those countries.”

Because this will be produced as an “Asian drama,” plans are to keep the atmosphere lighter than the first series, and to not come off overly extravagant. The drama will span 20 episodes and is looking for an airdate sometime around August of next year.

Director Park said, “Things are looking good. Already a Thai corporation has shown interest in investing in Season 2, and one broadcast station in Hunan, China, has said that they would produce Season 2.”

Full House was originally a soonjung manhwa [shojo manga] by Won Soo-yeon that depicted a love story about young modern people, and earned its actors Rain (playing Young-jae) and Song Hye-gyo (as Ji-eun) recognition as a very appealing couple.

Recently, Rain was asked on an episode of MBC’s Goldfish [무릎팍도사], “When did you start thinking of expanding into the Asian market?” by MC Kang Ho-dong. His answer reflected Full House’s high Asian popularity, saying, “It wasn’t because of music, but happened to be because of a drama I’d done [Full House],” which showed the bright possibility of a pan-Asian Season 2.

Accordingly, if Full House Season 2 is made and broadcast, the actors will naturally attract much recognition in Asia, and will also have tremendous value as a Hallyu drama.

Therefore, the production company is determined to cast at least one out of the two stars, Rain and Song Hye-gyo, who enjoy high popularity throughout China as well as Southeast Asia. They plan to cast actors from China and Taiwan as well, but have set aside the initial intention of casting one of the F4 members. The director has not yet been decided, and the production is currently in the process of finding a film or drama PD who will be able to bring to life Full House’s visual appeal.

source: dramabeans (http://www.dramabeans.com/2008/10/plans-announced-for-a-full-house-season-2/)

cfc

10-25-2008, 01:56 AM

PLANS ANNOUNCED FOR A FULLHOUSE SEASON 2

Noooooooooooo sa FH2 even if it's Rain and SHK . . . maybe in another drama/movie. Big noooooooooooooooo also in FH remake Pinoy version.

azuvilla

10-25-2008, 11:19 AM

cfc, BIG NO also for FH2 and FH pinoy version. The original is still the best.

michsolo

10-28-2008, 08:17 AM

[Oct-27-2008] Rain and Son Ye Jin are fashionable stars rep
(ÄÐÅ®´ú±í•rÉÐÃ÷ÐÇ)

Rain and Son Ye Jin selected as the 20th generation male and female fashionable stars representative. They will attend "2008 Style Icon Awards" activity held by O¡»live. This is in the show business highest fashionable star this year.
On October 30th, Rain and Son Ye Jin will wear magnificent clothing to attend the awards ceremony held in a club. Other artists will participate as well. Actor, Jung Joon-ho will be the MC.
Media included TVN, XTM and MNET will have live broadcast.

source: Sina/MyDaily
English Translation by Rain-America.com

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[Oct-27-2008]<Eng.Trans.>SBS Power FM "Power Time with Choi Wha-Joeng"

Choi : Your eyes look attractive more, you taking off your glasses.
Rain : I have my eyes swellen even without anything to eat last night.

Choi : Your ring on your little finger look good, too.
Rain : It's for the conceipt of the 5th, the pirate figure.

Choi : The meaning of your 5th album?
Rain : The opening of my movie has been put off, that has made the blanc of 6months.
This album means what by my interim report and the explanation about what I'm doing now.

<The break of the mind with Rain>

Choi : If your old flame calls you up?
Rain : I'm fine, but I'm really busy right now. I'm unconcerned with you.

Choi : The way that makes her interest you.
Rain : Wearing a smile in my eyes and skinship

Choi : Who is your favorite person in the entertainers?
Rain : Yoon Kye-Sang and Cha Tae-Hyun (They are the male entertainers)

Choi : What kind of words do you want to hear about your apprearance?
Rain : The words that I'm sexy.

Choi : Who is the best among the female actresses who you played with?
Rain : Kong Hyo-Jin has a kind disposition.
Song Hye-Kyo is very pretty and considerate of other's feelings.
Shin Min-Ah has a pure heart of any taint.
Lim Soo-Jeong is a broad-minded person.
Ha Ji-Won has a sad-looking eyes. I can not possibly choose.

Choi ; the flea in your ear?
Rain : The words "Don't work too hard" by the seniors.

Choi : Rain is Galilleo Galilei, he says with his eyes.
: Rain is the latest news, he always brings the new things.
: Rain is the turnig- point, he sets an example for the world.

Rain : The competition of American twenties is as fierce as ever.
I want Korean twenties to live life to the full, too.

Choi : Rain is the gagman, he really raise a laugh.
Rain is the movie trailer, he makes us tumble for him more and more.
Rain is the fox, he knows everything that woman wants.
Rain is the transformer at any time.
Rain is the Dokdo island, he is the representative of Korea.

Choi : What do you call her? if you have your love.
Rain : Honey, (Yyeobo in Korean)

Choi : Your weak point for woman.
Rain : I have no sense.

Choi : The longest and the shortest period of your acquaintances with woman.
Rain : The longest is for a few years, and the rest is for 5 weeks.

Choi : How much money is in your purse?
Rain : Twenty thousand won ( about 20 $)

Choi : Are you considering plastic surgey for your face?
Rain : No.

Choi : How do you think you could weather a crisis, as you lose your popularity?
Rain : I want to be an alternative person.
I'm not trying to break a lance with the juniors, but to make a ground.
I just want to help them to cross a river.

Choi : Is it right that you are 26 years old?
Rain :That's right.

Choi : I sincerely hope you to make the ground of your intense twenties.

credit to Daum
Translation/edited by rain bird@rain-eu

willenette

10-28-2008, 05:54 PM

[Oct-27-2008] Rain and Son Ye Jin are fashionable stars rep
(ÄÐÅ®´ú±í•rÉÐÃ÷ÐÇ)

source: Sina/MyDaily
English Translation by Rain-America.com

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[Oct-27-2008]<Eng.Trans.>SBS Power FM "Power Time with Choi Wha-Joeng"

credit to Daum
Translation/edited by rain bird@rain-eu

Hi michsolo - thanks for posting the article & the translation here. Wow, the most fashionable man in the 20’s. Can’t wait to see the award ceremony. Wondering what are those brand clothing he’s going to wear. I’m excited also who are some other stars who were invited. RAIN deserves this. :cool:

He’s so sweet to call his girl “honey”. I was surprised the first thing he answered the host when he was asked to take off his pair of glasses that he didn’t eat his dinner that night? Does it mean that he just slept without eating? And he wants to hear from us telling him he’s sexy. You’ve always been sexy, RAIN! Not only sexy but HOT! And so funny when he was asked how much is the money in his wallet. This guy hasn’t been carrying a huge amount of money ever since in his wallet. :cool:

willenette

10-28-2008, 05:57 PM

*** Oh, I thought NA isn’t showing early next year? I hope he’ll do another drama this time. Good luck to you, RAIN! I will always support you all the way. I know you’ve been working hard in everything that you do. You have never failed or let me down – you’re always the BEST! :cool:

08 Oct 26 [NoCutNews] Rain: Mysterious...Now Completely Revealed

1. Rain said that he's done almost everything thus far; from his world tour to movie filming, but all in all he still feels comfortable and right at home with his 'family' by being back on stage in Korea.

2. Many of his inner details of his life have been revealed. He had not planned on being on many variety shows in the beginning, but seeing how many people had said that he was distant and secretive, he decided to go on these talks show programs to talk it out, hoping to put a rest to any misunderstanding and misconception.

3. It's taken Rain 7 years to become the best dancer in the country, to be one of Asia's top stars and a Hollywood actor. Rain said, "I've climbed up high in a short amount of time, but the road ahead of me is still long and there are still many other roads that I want to take." "As long as I face the challenge, there will be success. Even if I were to fall facing it, I will never forget the pain that came with it. In my current position, there is nothing more than doing my best."

4. "Ninja Assassin" is set to be released early next year. So from now till then he will remain in Korea and continue on with his status as a singer to be closer to his fans.

5. "Rainism" will be released all across Asia. Plans for an Asian tour are in the works, and he hopes to either be in a Korean movie or a drama series. He doesn't want to limit himself to music-related work while he stays in Korea. End of next year, he will start working with some of the best composers to prepare for either his 6th album or his 1st worldwide edition.

6. "The target keeps on changing, and for that specific target I just have to keep on working hard. I hope that I will continue to receive support. With that, I might be able to bring even more and better news next time around."

Source: No Cut News (Korea)
Kor to Chi Translation: 小曹曹@cloudchina
Posted by azafighting@RainHK
Eng Translation & summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

10-28-2008, 05:58 PM

*** Ever since I always loved to call him RAIN & not Bi or Ji Hoon. And this man is so humble that he never expected that his album will be loved by so many fans especially the female ones. And he’s reading also the broadsheet especially the stocks section because I’m sure he’s keeping on-track of all his stocks nowadays, huh? So nice to know that despite of his busy schedule he still could get to find time for this stuff as a way of his relaxation. Just enjoy life, RAIN! :cool:

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[Oct-27-2008]<Eng.Trans.>MBC FM "Music Camp" with Bae Cheol-Soo

The first song is "4 minutes " of Justin Timberlake and Madonna.

B: This is the first time that we talk each other.
Rain : I think this is the formal conversation.

B : You have two names, Bi and Rain, which side sounds familiar to you?
Rain :Rain sounds familiar to me a little more.

B : At the tender age, you've become the world star, and you are full of confidence.
Rain :The passable confidence seems to be a shot in the arm.

B : You seem to mesmerize to yourself.
Rain :As long as I work hard with my confidence, I think Korea can be promoted to the whole world.

B : I think there has not been any worldwide sexy-icon as an Oriental.
Rain : There seems to be the racial discrimination of Oriental people to a certain extent.

B : Let's talk over the music.
Rain : I prefer the soul music from "Nat King Cole" to "Boys ll Men" and the fusion music

B : You've wanted be a singer since you were very young?
Rain : I had ever danced at a sideshow of my primary days, I've concerned the music and dance from that day forward.

B : How about actor?
Rain : I had been acting in my high school days.

B : Which side do you prefer?
Rain :Two are both interesting.

B : What part of two are you gifted?
Rain : I think I'm a little more gifted in music than actor.

B : If you give a grade in music and actor out of a possible 10?
Rain : I'll seperately give 5 points, eventually the whole comes to 10points.

B : You had worked with JYP till the 4th album, but the 5th album is the first after your independence.
Rain : Because I've participated in everything, like that, lyric making and composition, tuning, master working, etc, I'm possessive more.

B : How has the name of Rainism been made?
Rain : It is like a syndrom derived from "ism", it means that I'm prepared ready for making my spiritual and
outgoing style, fashion, thought, etc.

B : Your new album has been loved from a lot of female fans.
Rain : They seem to like it much more than I expected.

B : What do you like to do in your free time?
Rain : I spend most of my free time reading the politics or economy or stocks section in the paper.

B : Whatever you do, you want to be the best?
Rain : Yes, I just want to do till the last I can do.

B : Do you speak English well?
Rain : I'll give 5 points and less out of a possible 10, but I'm trying to overcome.

B : Tell me Ninja Assassin.
Rain : Ninja Assassin is expected to open by march or October of next year.

B : I want you to take a rest and enjoy life occassionally.
Rain : It's my privilege to meet with you.

* When two female staffs outside studio looked at Rain, Pae Chol-Soo joked him " They are a little no oil painting", then Rain was very embarassed and laughed his head off .
Hope to listen to the radio, especially toward the end of radio.

credit to benamoo
Translation/edited by rain bird@rain-eu ll jinijung@soompi

willenette

10-29-2008, 02:25 PM

RAIN HONOURED FOR BEING BIG ON SAVING

Rain a.k.a Jung Ji-hoon was awarded the President's Award in conjunction with the National Day of Saving today.

He was honoured for his good saving habits and for being an overall good role model to teens.

Rain announced that he appreciated the award and feels that he was undeserving of it.

Bi wasn't the only recipient of an award today as actress Kim Ji-soo received the Prime Minister's Award.

Source:Bi/rain@Soompi (http://www.soompi.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=346&st=12280&start=12280)

willenette

10-29-2008, 02:26 PM

*** This guy prefers either tall/short GF. But if you’ll ask him he likes older women. Food? He eats anything since he loves food. Kyesang & CTH - these 2 will always be his BFs. And he always high respect for JYP no matter what. :)

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[Oct-28-2008] KBS Cool FM + KBS Happy FM

source: benamoo

Translation

Q : Your money has ever been cheated?
Rain : Never.

Q : Who do you respect the most?
Rain : JYP.

Q : Who do you enjoy good fellowship with among your seniors?
Rain : Yoon Kyesang and Cha Tae-Hyun.

Q : Please speak with a brief greetings in English.
Rain : Hi, here to see you.

Q : How many hours do you practice dance a day?
Rain : 4~5hours.

Q : How many sleeping hours a day?
Rain : 4~5 hours.

Q : When it rains, you feel sharp pain all over your body?
Rain : Sure, especially my knee joint.

Q : Recently you were awarded the prize of savings.
Rain : Yes, but I get pocket money from my father even now.

Q : You've ever seen the hollywood actresses like Scarlett Johansson?
Rain : Not yet.

Q : Do you think you are the world star?
Rain : If I were the real world star, it would not be labeled even like that.
To meet the condition of the real world star, I can but effort.

Q : If you were born again?
Rain : I want to have my fling without any lacking.

Q : What is your last dream?
Rain : I want to go the limit as far as I can.

Q : Who do you prefer, taller girfriend or shorter one, if you have any girlfriends.
Rain : Anyone will do.

Q : What kind of food are you eating these days?
Rain : Anything to eat will do. I clenched my teeth during the shooting of Ninja Assassin,
so my teeth have been gotten curved a little, and I'm in a state of the bite plate.

Q : What is the meaning of your song, "My Way"?
Rain : It has the meaning that I live life to the full.

Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

10-29-2008, 02:27 PM

Singer Rain Is Saver of the Day

Singer Rain and actress Kim Ji-soo were awarded prizes for their money-saving skills.

The Financial Services Commission marked the 45th Savings Day by awarding Rain a presidential commendation and Kim Ji-soo a Prime Minister commendation.

Bringing new meaning to the phrase ¡®saving for a rainy day,¡¯ the commission said thrifty Rain has saved most of his income since debuting in 2002, and made various social contributions, including donating profits from concerts to underprivileged children, including W300 million to those suffering the after-effects of an oil spill in Tae-an. Kim Ji-soo deals prudently with her income, thus raising awareness of saving.

The top prize, the Mogryeon Medal, was awarded to single mother Sim Sam-sun, 56, an independent taxi driver in Busan. She has been raising her two children alone while saving her entire income, excluding a daily lunch bill, for 26 years. She also participated in social services, including helping starving children.

Some 81 people were awarded prizes, including one decoration, three medals and six presidential commendations.

(englishnews@chosun.com (englishnews@chosun.com) )

willenette

10-30-2008, 05:45 PM

*** This guy is so smart when it comes to handling his money. And of course, his dad is always there to help him & take care of him. He has been mentioning it that he really doesn’t buy branded things all the time but most of them that we see were sponsored clothing. :cool:

08 Oct 29 [MyDaily] Rain's Montly Allowance Is Only 500,000 Won

Rain's monthly allowance is only 500,000 Won (approx. US$343)

Korean star Rain was the talk of the town when he received the president's award for his saving habits at the 45th National Savings Day. Based on what is understood so far, even though Rain may be considered Korea's hottest male entertainer, he continues to foster the habit since childhood of perseverance and saving whenever there is money; putting the majority of his income into the bank. It is reported that because Rain lets his own father manage his bankbooks, he is unclear as to exactly how many bankbooks he has. However, he only gets 500,000 Won each month from his father as spending money to cover his expenses.

Rain is also different from other stars who like name brands; not nearly buying as much branded goods with expensive prices. He indicated once that although he receives branded gifts from others, he himself will not buy these name brands. Even though he is usually very thrifty, he thinks that when the need arises he can be open and generous. Last year when the oil spill polution occurred at the beach of Taean, he generously contributed 300 million Won (approx. US$206,171), and in addition to that he has also actively participated in other public welfare donations.

Yesterday during the awards ceremony of the South Korean National Savings Day event he expressed his feelings and stated, "To me, saving is the process of turning something little into something more, and although it doesn't look like there is much, but each time you accumulate the money becomes greater. I hope that under the present circumstances of an uncertain economy, everyone will all form the habit of saving." All Rights Reserved//MyDaily

Souce: MyDaily // Sina Entertainment
Posted by dada@RainHK
Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

10-30-2008, 05:47 PM

*** I always love reading all his interviews. This is cool! He wants a GF now, easy, RAIN……. find one. And for the record : he won’t do FullHouse 2 – so happy for his decision. :cool:

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[Oct-29-2008] KBS Cool FM "Music Show"

Translation

Q : The eruption of your powerful energy on the stage is wonderful.
Rain : Thanks a lot, but there are some more entertainers in the country like that, Seo Tae-Ji,
Jo Yong Phil, and you ( Lee Seung-Whan)

Q : Your 5th album is getting the enthusiastic reaction from the domestic fans.
Rain : I wanted to go up close to my fans with it.

Q : What's your favorite thing about returning from abroad?
Rain : I can eat the foods I like to the full.

Q : How do you relax your fatigue?
Rain : I drink with my members and pass time gossiping.

Q : Your idea for the stage hasn't dried up?
Rain : I normally produce my stage of this style consisted of introduction, development, turn
and conclusion.

Q : What do you say you will do?
Rain : There will be the concert tours of the whole country.

Q : What is love to Rain?
Rain : It is difficult as yet.

Q : What is popularity to Rain?
Rain : It is like a bubble.

Q : What is woman to Rain?
Rain : Woman is what I want to have.

Q : What is chicken breast to Rain ?
Rain : My pet aversion.

Q : What kind of thought enters your mind, as you appear on the stage.
Rain : I think I'm the best in the world.

Q : How about the sequel to " Full House"?
Rain : I want to leave behind as a fragrant memory.

Q : Talk about Ninja ssassin?
Rain : It has the opening to go next March or October.

Q : Add a few words in conclusion lastly.
Rain : I hope you to love my Rainism much.

source: benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

10-30-2008, 05:48 PM

<H2 style="MARGIN: auto 0in; TEXT-ALIGN: center" align=center>*** This is excellent news. I hope they’ll make copies for DVD soon. I will love it! I always know he can make it. :cool:

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</H2>[Oct-30-2008] Securing the copyright of "Rain's comeback show"

Secure the copyright of Rain, Asia regions are flurried and nervous

Asia media have started to give a run for securing the copyright of "Rain's comeback show".

J Tune official, Rain's agency, said that "We are keeping to receive inquiries from the various networks abroad which they will buy the copyright of "Rain's comeback show. We have come to the accomplishment of the contract with China, Japan, and like other countries. Rain is the first one that the copyright of a specified singer is sold to the overseas media. The purchasing agencies of the various Asia regions are busy themselves with buying of the copyright."

This official from J Tune said, "It is not too much to say that the contents related to Rain are the certified check of the rating. All such media officials are being greedy for the copyright of "Rain's comeback show" as a consequence of that."

Rain has started the 5th album activity with the comeback show "I, Rain, Dance" of the 19th MBC.Rain's 5th album is expected to be sold through all countries of Asia one after another from the end of November.

credit to Hankook Daily/Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

10-31-2008, 06:29 PM

*** What’s funny is watching his videos, listening whatever he says there without understanding – hahaha – still you enjoy viewing it. When he was lost at the age of 4, what if they didn’t find him – lol - :cool:

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Oct-30-2008] MBC FM4U "The Close Friend"

Translation :

As a child he had been home alone, so he is pretty useful at cooking even now.

Rain had losed his way in the street, when he was 4.
In those days he got on a bus and went up to an island located far away from the place he lived. After a while he could return home with a policeman's help.

He's been inhibited, but he's liked the dance and music from a child.

Toward attending the university, he was in circumstances and that had made frustrated him, but he became to brace himself up again by his deceased mother's bankbook and testament, which were the only things she had left for him.

Moreover, his favorite restaurants, PC bang, and convenience store were separately introduced with the natural voice of the owners. They have loved and supported Rain as ever.

So what next?
He is in preparation to meet the stage for the year-end awards ceremony, and plans to show the more upgraded technical earful stage.

source: benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

michsolo

11-04-2008, 09:58 AM

[Nov-03-2008]Rain, success magic... Sales reach 2 billion won in just 15 days since comeback

Profits from just album and sound source sales exceed 1billion...'Rainism' is number 1 on the air.

The 'Rain' frenzy is heating up the K-pop industry, now in late autumn.
The artist Rain recorded 2 billion won in sales in just two weeks after its release of his 5th album on the 15th of last month. He is sweeping the on/off-line charts as well as the music program charts of the three main broadcasting channels of Korea.

An employee from J.Tune Entertainment commented, "The profits from album sales already covered most of the production costs. This is a breakthrough, considering the reality of the K-pop business relying on sound source sales."

According to the Hanteo Charts, 64 thousand copies of Rain's 5th album was sold, up to the 2nd of this month. J.Tune said that if the sales at big bookstores are included, it would be over 80 thousand. It is a miracle of earning 1 billion in just album sales.

Rain's success streak is more than just album sales. Sound source sales are also increasing rapidly, and exports to foreign markets are continuing. The title song, <Rainism> and listed song, <Love Story> of his 5th album is climbing the charts in sound source sales. From the end of this month, Rain will release its licensed 5th album in various Asian countries.
It is said that he received about 4~500 million won as the down payment from Japan, China, and Thailand. In calculation, Rain earned at least 2 billion won in just 20 days after the release of his album.

J. Tune remarked, "The significance of this is that we covered most of the production costs with just the music. We are proud, that the public recognized our music. This is a successful comeback, taking into consideration the future profits from advertisement, etc. due to Rain's increased popularity."

Using this momentum, in 4 years, Rain jumped to the top of the music program charts of the three main broadcasting channels of Korea. On the 2nd, Rain received the 'Mutizen Song Award', which is number 1 on the SBS music program, <Popular K-pop>, with the title song, <Rainism>of his 5th album.

Right after receiving the award, he said, "It's been 4 years since <I'm Coming>. It means a lot more to me, because this song that I wrote, is like my own child." Amazingly this day, a listed song, <Love Story> of his 5th album was also a nominated for the 1st prize on 'Take 7', as well as the title song, <Rainism>.

credit to Sports Hankook
Translatiom by rain bird@rain-eu

willenette

11-04-2008, 06:09 PM

Rain's "Thank You" Message From <Rainism> Album

Deb's Note: I am mostly summarizing the message since there are many names that I'm not aware of. Some parts have also been skipped entirely. Those that are highlighted are direct translations from his own words.

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- My family who has always protected me: Father, Sister Hanna, Mother, I love you all!

- Since my debut up till now, you've been a friend who's given me strength--Jo Dong-won Representative, I love you Hyung!

- His dancing team, saying it's an honor for him to be with them.

- His staff at J.Tune Entertainment and J.Tune Creative.

- Director Park Chan-wook and other directors, particularly his MV directors; his acting teacher.

- The photographer who took his pictures for this <Rainism> album.

- His bodyguards

- Jin-young Hyung, the person whom I met at 18 who guided me down the path of music, I am forever grateful to you and I will continue to work hard.

- Beautiful and sexy Sun-ah Noona, it was an honor for me to be on the show with you!

- Ha Ji-won, you were very busy yet took time out, and I relied on you to come out with such a beautiful MV, I'm really grateful to you.

- LASTLY I DEDICATE THIS ALBUM TO THE ONES WHO GIVE ME LIFE: MY VIP CLOUD FANS AND MY MOTHER.

Source: Rain's 5th Album <Rainism>
Kor to Chi Translation: 絲絲雨@Cloud China
Credit: Rain-Asia & RainHK
Eng Translation & Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

11-04-2008, 06:11 PM

*** I think he’s just trying to be himself. :cool:

RAIN, “ANNOUNCER LEE JI AE IS MY TYPE”

Singer Rain revealed that announcer Lee Ji Ae was his ideal type.

Recently, on the taping of KBS ‘Sang Sang Plus Season 2′ Rain confessed, “Announcer Lee Ji Ae is my style.”

Since Rain confessed in the recording, there has been a strange atmosphere created with Announcer Lee Ji Ae. There were already rumors that she was the subject of Rain’s ‘Love Story.’

The ‘Sang Sang Plus Season 2′ segment with Rain will air on November 4th.

Credits: Newsen (http://newsen.com/news_view.php?uid=200811031526361001) + Seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2008/11/03/rain-announcer-lee-ji-ae-is-my-type/)

willenette

11-05-2008, 02:06 PM

*** OK, so, who is she? Hmmm……… who may be this super model is, she’s really lucky – hahaha – ;)

RAIN’S GIRLFRIEND, THE LUCKY GIRL IS?

World Star Rain, who came back with his latest 5th album talked about his past girlfriend.

On SBS ‘야심만만-예능선수촌 (Yashimmanman)’ which aired on the 3rd, when Kang Hodong’s asked “I was so busy that I couldn’t date anybody that wasn’t in my line of work”, Rain who appeared that day said “It wasn’t the same line of work, but it was someone who is in the entertainment business”. Right after he revealed that “She was a Top Model.” This caused curiousity among all the audience.

Following that Rain said “During the trainee days, we overcame several possible breakups during our relationship and thought it was a meeting of fate but the Top Model girlfriend said that he didn’t do much for her and was distressed about it.” Then he added, “Because I have a personality in which I’m personable to anybody, I’ve broken up with my girlfriend once.”.

source: gomdoriii (http://gomdoriii.wordpress.com/2008/11/04/rains-girlfriend-the-lucky-girl-is/)
credit: Yahoo Korea News

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:07 PM

*** Can’t wait for the launching next month. Their design collections are so cool especially for those summer season. :)

08 Nov 05 [Sports Korea] "J Tune Creative" held the new product show for "2009S/S Season"

"J Tune Creative", J Tune (Rain's agency) whose allied company, had the second new product show for "Six To Five" 2009S/S Season under the auspices of Rain and the staff on the last 3th, and It allegedly made a great hit.

They told that this show went forward by the new product of Summer season and its conceipt was based on European stylish traditional one.

And they said, "We'll come to see you with the various news items now and for ever, like that, the pictorial shooting which shall set Rain on the main and go ahead, the "brand launching show" to be held in mid-December, etc, and which are going to raise the bar to make consumer and fashion people satisfy.

credit to : Sports Korea
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu ll jinijung@soompi

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:09 PM

*** So the truth is coming out now one by one about his past GF & those he dated. This is interesting. RAIN is so honest now. I’m really curious who that supermodel was. I hope he could find a girl now who could take care of him & love him so much – and I’m sure she’ll come eventually. I just hope she’ll be patient, kind & has a good heart. Hope RAIN will find the right girl for him. I’m sure he could get any girls more with who he is now. But some women might do go for his money. So, gold diggers, stay away! Who doesn’t adore & love him? I love this guy the way he is! RAIN is good with saving up his money. :)

08 Nov 04 [Sina] Rain was Sweating When Asked By Fans About "A Girlfriend"

Singer Rain was sweating when he was asked the question regarding "a girlfriend' by his fans. In the afternoon of Nov 1st Rain held a fan meeting at a downtown park in Gyeonggi, Seoul. At that time he was asked by his fans the question of whether he had a girlfriend, and he answered, "(Girlfriend) I really do not have one. Looking at how I'm meeting all of you like this is as if I really don't need one." He replied the question as such before 200 or so fans.

During his recent appearances on MBC's "Golden Fishery" and SBS's "Yashimmanman" variety programs, Rain had revealed facts regarding his association with past girlfriends. In "YSMM" he said that his girlfriend's occupation was a 'supermodel'; attracting much curiosity from his fans. Rain said, "I want to get married. (Laughs) If I get married, I will raise my child to become the second Rain. And if everyone else has their own sons or daughters, I hope that they will come to like my son."

On this day of the fan meet, Rain also replied questions from his overseas fans in fluent English, hence attracting everyone's attention. At the end of the fan meet, Rain said, "Even though this was a short meeting I can sense your kind and sincere feelings. I would like to meet with everyone more frequently."

08 Nov 05 [MyDaily] Rain Confessed That He Has Dated 4 Times Until Now

Singer Rain has confessed that he has dated 4 times until now. On the upcoming Nov 9th broadcast of OBS's "Cultural War Special" (Deb's Note: Just direct translating, not too sure of the actual name in Korean) Rain talked about his own experiences with love. Rain said, "My actual first real love has only been one, but beyond this I've also been with 3 other women." "I've truly only dated 4 times." In the broadcast of this program he confessed that his first love was a model: "(Girlfriend) At that time she was a top model." "Today these kind of matters just enlightens me a lot."

Aside from that, Rain also talked about his allowance and said, "I don't have any cash. So whenever I use the credit card, my father will receive a short note." He laughed and went on saying, "If I spend anything more than 100,000 won (approx. US$79) he will give me a call and ask 'On what?'. And although his tone would sound nice, I know I cannot pass that limit again." In regards to his monthly allowance, Rain said, "In reality I don't use any monthly allowance. If I'm out meeting with friends and although I'm paying, it's very cheap, really very cheap, in a week I spend probably around 50,000 won (approx. US$40)." "But when I really need to engage in social activities I can spend a lot of money."

All Sources: My Daily // Sina Entertainment
Credit: ymt_amanda@RainHK
Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

Additional –

Rain talked about his pain during his student period, because of the pain he went through his dream is to establish a school.

Rain said, "When I learn my first dance I encountered many difficulties. At that time I strangely got hit and many elder brothers snatched my money. Once in a cold winter, my shoes and coat were snatched so I only wore short sleeve shirt with barefoot walked back. The pain experience at that time made me more stronger today. If there were no difficulties in the past then I won't exist now. As I am growing older, I would like to establish a school directly to teach the later generation who wishes to dance or sing. I want to give people more chance."

News Source: MyDaily // Sina Entertainment // soompi

Credit : rainonme / Sexy Bi

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:11 PM

*** I feel happy reading this. I hope he's going to gain a little weight. Anyway, NA shooting has been done already & what he's waiting now is the promo for this movie. And it’s better to have some good fat in the body. He should also get rest. Too much diet can be dangerous, too. :cool:

[Nov-06-2008] Rain is fattening up, NA figure is no farther

It seems hard for Rain to resist the aftereffect of Ninja Assassin.
Rain's formed a resolution of fatting up.

He recently said, "I've been taking in fat, reducing muscles. I'm trying to take even the amount of the meal and to fatten up.

Rain had received the physical strength training for more than ten hours a day before Ninja Assassin shooting. He has lately experienced its aftereffect by building up his body in a short time.
He has the typical symptoms that he easily becomes tired or feels powerlessness.

Rain said, "I've felt to have lost some of my stamina, while releasing my 5th album. Especially I've failed to get to sleep well, but I've been putting my mind and body ease. I think making fat shall help to keep my mental balance."

His fans put forward opinions on the fan site, "I feel pity for Rain's look pulled down. I hope Rain to pull round soon."

Rain's agency, J Tune said, "Rain is passing the adaption times of the stage, he'll be able to stand before the fans with his healthy and stable appearance very soon."

credit to HankookDaily
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:13 PM

*** Gosh, I almost forgot for this one. Can't wait to see his photos here. He'll stay there only overnight since he's so busy in Korea. :cool:

05 Nov 2008 [Cloud Notice] The Dates of Rain's Visit To China

Departure from Korea to Beijing: Nov 7th @ 10:40 am Flight# CA 138

Departure from Beijing to Korea: Nov 8th @ 8:45 am Flight# CA 123

Source: http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/co...t=&keyword= (http://jtune00.makecafe.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=53&board_id=noitce&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

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His reason for going to China....

05 Nov 2008 [GoNews] Rain & Lee Bo-young To Walk On Red Carpet

Summary of News: Rain & actress Lee Bo-young will be representing Korea as popular entertainers invited to attend Mont Blanc's "Star Nicolas Rieussec" opening ceremony. They will walk the red carpet on the evening of Nov 7th with other famous Chinese (and Asian) entertainers, dignitaries and VIPs. Around 3500 people are expected to attend this exclusive event.

Source: Go News
Credit: RainHK
Eng Translation & Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:38 PM

*** This is funny………I don’t think he’s that desperate to have a GF just to chase girls on the street? OMG – do we need to find him a girl? I’m totally surprised of what he said here. :cool:

[Nov-05-2008] Rain's ideal girl type.....
Recently Rain participated in KBS 'Happy Together Season 3' recording and disclosed his unique view for his partner. The guests in the program were surprised when Rain said, "The girl that I like are the usual style but at night she needs to know how to restrict me."

This day, Rain said "In fact, I have chased after an ideal girl that I saw. When I was oversea, I saw a girl on the street that was my ideal, I didn't think much and chased but I got upset immediately because she already had a boyfriend."

He said, "I don't think I should give up because of the reason that she already had a boyfriend, something that guy have and I don't have. I have missed a chance for a girl who's my ideal."

What was the reason? it will be revealed in 'Happy Together Season 3' that will be broadcasted on the 6th in 11:05pm.

Another news is about the announcer, Lee Ji-Aeh in 'Sang Sang Plus Season2'

MC asked if she is Rain's ideal girl. Rain said, "she is similar to my ideal type, have black straight hair." Another MC asked if Rain is okay with Lee Ji-Aeh being older. Rain answerd, "does not matter of age, 10 years apart is still no problem."

Source: Sina / MyDaily / Newsen
English Translation and edited by Rain-America.com

willenette

11-06-2008, 05:54 PM

[Nov-06-2008] Rain's expectations for the first black race President-elect Obama of the United States

Rain's expectations for Obama,

"I hope Obama to become the preacher of the peace.
I've been looking forward to the walking after his getting elected, as he's told the world that he's going to put an end to Iraq war.
Please try to turn the global village into the harmonious place behind the war against terrorism."

credit to : FnnNews
Translation by rain bird

willenette

11-07-2008, 06:31 PM

08 Nov 06 Rain's Message for QQ.com (China)

Translation:
Hello everyone, I'm Rain. My QQ China website has gone online now. Hope that everyone will visit frequently. Please give much support. Thank you.

Source: QQ.com
Posted by ymt_amanda@RainHK
Credit: SexyBi
Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

11-07-2008, 06:35 PM

*** Lost again for the 2nd time. Master still beating prodigy – hahaha – :cool:

WONDER GIRLS LOSES TO RAIN ON M! COUNTDOWN BY 1 VOTE

The Wonder Girls was in the running for No.1 on M! Countdown for the 3rd week running, having lost to DBSK twice in the past two editions. But this time, they had a new rival in Rain. Still, they didn’t quite manage to win it losing by a mere 1 vote. Yes, 1 vote. The Wonder Girls didn’t turn up, choosing to rest at home after an exhausting trip to the tiny red dot in South-east Asia.

Technically, the Wonder Girls 2nd loss to Rain after Inkigayo last weekend.

source: wonderland (http://wondergirls.wordpress.com/2008/11/06/wonder-girls-loses-to-rain-on-m-countdown-by-1-vote/)

willenette

11-07-2008, 06:38 PM

*** I’ll support RAIN here. :cool:

LOVE SHARING CONCERT, “WAR OF THE STARS”TVXQ, BIGBANG, RAIN, WONDER GIRLS, SHINEE

TVXQ, Big Bang, Rain, Wonder Girls, Kim Jong Kook, SHINee and other popular singers will gather in one place.

The “2008 NongShim Love Sharing Concert” will take place on November 9 at 4pm at the Seoul Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium. This will be the 9th anniverary of the event and the fans have great expectations for the star singers lineup.

Ths “2008 NongShim Love Sharing Concert” is conducted by NongShim for young people to give a social contribution in the form of a donation, and to share the experience and love. In sharing the love, this is a free concert to those who participate by donating two packages of NongShim ramen. If the visitors donate, NongShim is expecting to give 1000 boxes to the Red Cross as a donation.

source: seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2008/11/06/love-sharing-concert-war-of-the-stars-tvxq-big-bang-rain-wonder-girls-shinee/)
credit: Newsen

willenette

11-07-2008, 06:40 PM

***Hope we could get some photos of this event soon :cool:

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[Nov-07-2008] Rain was invited as a representative Asia star to Monblanc event.

As might be expected, he was the representative Asia star.

Singer Rain stepped on the red carpet in China by inviting of the world luxury goods, Monblanc.
Rain took part in the event, "Monblanc Watch Launching Show-Journey throughout time" and he showed off his grand appearance.

With more than 3,500 guests, like that, lots of notables from all countries of the world, the press group, vip, and etc, in attendance, Rain lighted up the events with the world star Yang Jo-Wee and Libingbing who represent China.

Monblanc side said, "Rain is just the big star who represents Asia and he has a great influence on Asia. We've pulled out all the stops for inviting him as well as he does."

credit to SportsJoseon
Translation by rain bird

willenette

11-07-2008, 06:57 PM

*** I just love RAIN the way he is! :cool:

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[Nov-06-2008] KBS "Happy Together Season III"

Rain's several episodes in KBS TV's "Happy Together" yesterday night.

Singer Rain, who appeared on KBS 2TV "Happy Together season lll", spoke his mind, "Whenever I see Shin Bong-Seon(gagwoman), I palpitate. I'm her real enthusiatic fan.", And Park Myung-Soo(MC) said to Rain, "Well, if so, have you settled what to do? Carry in practice and have a date with her!", he threw Rain into confusion for a short while.

Before this, gagwoman Shin Bong-Seon perfectly had re-acted Rain's Rainism with black colored gloves on and sunglasses.

Rain said that he had been misunderstood as a person of mixed blood by his western figure during his stay overseas. He said, "When I went to a club and danced with a bandon, I ever received dash from foreign women many times."

Rain's trousers had torn on his performance, "Having grabbed the torn part, I acted out to pretended that it was a real perfomance", he said.

Why didn't Rain fix his eyelid reshaping?

Rain had visited to the plastic surgeon for his eyes in his debut days. The surgeon said to Rain, "If you have your eyes operated on, your life might get changed." So Rain gave up to be operated.

Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

tarong

11-10-2008, 02:00 AM

Anyeong Biers!!!

wow congrats BI for winning the top 1 in inkigayo and m countdown, i luv RAINISM!!!!
021108-Rain Bi (비)- Rainism SBS Mutizen Award @ Inkigayo

Link (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maI3jFRLnnA)
061108 Rain Bi (비) M Countdown Rainism & Award

Link (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJdgmGOuxfU)
credit: becky823@youtube

110908 Love Concert - RAINISM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C506cdPg27w)

Love Concert - Ending (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxSOCYOu_qM)

my beloved RAIN & DBSK together!!!
http://img359.imageshack.us/img359/7977/lovecon30xc1.jpg
http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/1333/lovecon31nn9.jpg

willenette, hi sis wow nagguest pala sya sa happy together, i haven't seen it yet. thanks for the info.

hi docirene sis

willenette

11-11-2008, 05:18 PM

*** Wow, excellent news. The power of RAIN! This is impressive. I really do hope that the ratings would still go up. This episode is really fun. GO, RAIN! He did it again – best ratings in a show he appeared. :D

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Rain and Kim Jong Kook Family Outing Battle Draws Impressive Rating

November 10, 2008 by coolsmurf

In SBS Family Outing last night, Rain and Kim Jong Kook faced off against each other in an obstacle foot race. Thanks to their presence, Family Outing achieved a highly impressive tv rating of 29.6%, a new personal best.

As guests on the 11th edition of SBS Family Outing, Rain and Kim Jong Kook competed against each in an obstacle-strewn foot race. With both widely known to have impressive muscular physiques, it was like a personal battle of who is the best. Before their race, Kim Jong Kook joked, “Competing with Jung Ji Hoon (Rain), this might be edited and uploaded on overseas Youtube website”, which led to laughters from all the family members of Family Outing.

With the finishing line in sight, Kim Jong Kook fell surprisingly, allowing Rain to breeze past the obstacles with ease and pick up the win. With his team mates expecting a win from him, Kim Jong Kook was noticeably embarassed and refused to get up for a long time while kneeling in the sand. Kim Jong Kook then start cheering for his team mates in their own races, saying they must win Rain’s team. He said, “You must think about the overseas websites.”

Although Dae Sung fell into the water while competing with Yoon Jong Shin, he showed fierce determination and the fierce pride his team had. With the return episode in a week’s time, can Family Outing break the 30% rating barrier?

willenette

11-11-2008, 05:21 PM

*** Wow, if ever he'll have a GF now, he'll still keep it to himself just to protect her. Wondering if he's still doing that at the moment? :)

RAIN looks so matured in his way of thinking - he always plan his future. He said it right - that his fans has the right to know what he had worked all the while by appearing himself on TV. i'm so happy that he does it through this album. He becomes down-to-earth, more open by trying to be himself. And I'm sure his fans would love him more being like this. So nice to know that he's predicted to have great fortune for the next 65-years. You deserve this, RAIN! Life has been good to you. I just hope & wish that he'll get whatever he wants more in life. Ye, wondering in case he's not an entertainer, who & what is RAIN right now? This guy really admire Michael Jackson. i love this guy very much but up to now I still haven't watched his drama, Sangdoo...... his debut drama. i'm sure how much he loves singing as well as acting. I really pray & hope that NA will be a big hit, a success! I really hope it will go well in the box-office since he worked hard for this movie. :lol: :) ;)

[Nov-09-2008]<Eng.trans>Rain interview in OBS TV "Culture War"

Q : Do you think Ninja Assassin will take the first ranking at the box office?
Rain : I think it's in a fair way to succeed. If it goes well, it takes the first, eventhough it doesn't so, a new actor might emerge.

Q : At this point of time, which side will you give more weight, singer or actor?
Rain : Both are the same. My bounden duty is the singer, but my managing myself is the actor.

Q : Do you think you've wanted do acting since your debut?
Rain : That's right.

Q : What is the highest peak of each field, acting or singing?
Rain : It has not arrived as yet, but my purpose seems to be realized more than I've thought.

Q : What is your "turning point" in your life?
Rain : When I was aware what is hungry, and I started acting.

Q : Your started acting means "Sangdoo, let's go to school"?
Rain : That's right.

Q : You exceptionally seem to be marry one day.
Rain: I think so.(laughter) I don't mind like her antecedents.

Q : Who is your role model?
Rain : Michael Jackson on the stage and my father in my life are.

Q : What do you want to talk to Michael, if you see him?
Rain : I want to say to him, "I'm your fan"

Q : Rain's weak point?
Rain : I'm a little timid.

Q : If you were not an entertainer, what would you become?
Rain : No matter what I were, I would work hard too.

Q : People even say Rain will show nothing any more.
Rain : While I even work here, I think what I going to do in the USA at the same time. There'll be nothing to worry about.

Q : Where is your end?
Rain : I have to conquer the world.

Q : After conquering the world, what are you going to do?
Rain : My real rival will be American mainstream classes. I'll have my fun there. If I succeed in luck, I'll get to conquer the world.

Q: Have you ever consulted a fortune teller?
Rain : They allegedly say I'm going to hold a great fortune next 65 years from the age of 24.

Q : I think life doesn't work out well enough by just effort.
Rain : I seem to have dual mind. One is that I do the best, and the other is that I do by destiny.

Q : Your mind is so healthy.
Rain : My slogan is, "Youth in twenties! achieve victory." Eventhough it doesn't go well now, keep your heart up.

Q : What is essential in the position of the world star?
Rain: I think the best virtue is that I don't hide myself behind.

Q : The world star seems to have few bad commentings or the opposition.
Rain : None the less, I'm justifiable. I say to myself, "Okay, I'll go my way non the worse."

Q : I think the world star doesn't have to appear on TV.
Rain : I can appear on TV or not, but I think every fan has a right to know what I had worked all the while.

Q : Your 5th album has received the enthusiatic reactions.
Rain : I'm very satisfied with the good news.

Q : You don't seem to look your former self. You look easy and glow with pride more.
Rain : I've wanted to become an more open-hearted person.

Q : Do you think the lyrics of your songs are sad? Well, do you like the heartbroken love?
Rain : That's not the case, and granted it is true, it is nothing but memory.

Q : What's your future after 25 years?
Rain : I wish to form a music band then, when I'm forty. It'll sound like fun as long as I work with it.

Q : When is the happiest hours of your life?
Rain : When I do acting and sing the songs.

Q : When do you feel an objection to doing anything?
Rain : When I have to do what I don't want? but it seems to be too global problem (laughter)

Q: If you get your woman, you'll reveal squarely?
Rain : Frankly speaking, I'd love to, but I'll never do that for her.

source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

willenette

11-11-2008, 05:22 PM

*** Oh the release will be end of this month……….so soon……… can’t wait for it. :)

Nov-11-2008] Asia Special Album with 4 languages

Starnews

On Nov.10th, Rain's company staff said, "Currently Rain is recording English, Japanese and Chinese version of 'Rainism'. We are still dicussing should these different languages of Rainism to be release as different versions or should they be recorded all in one album. If things go smooth, at the end of this month it will be released."

Mydaily News

Accoring to Korea's Album Sales record website, from October 15th, the date Rain's 5th album was released up to Nov.8th, Rain's 5th album had sold over 83,119 copies. It's ranked the 1st place for month of October as the 'most selling album'. Rain's album sales are kept at about 16,000 copies a week, the total sales in the future are projected to increase. Rain's company staff said, "we achieved this record in such not booming market Rain felt very happy and he had confidence to release oversea verion of this album."

English Translation and edited by Rain-America.com

willenette

11-12-2008, 03:36 PM

*** It’s really nice to see him admiring other stars especially singers like him. :cool:

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RAIN : “I LIKE DBSK’s MICKY YOOCHUN”

2008 love sharing a concert on May 9 at 4 pm was held at Seoul Olympic Park Gymnastics Stadium. In this event, Rain (left) showed his consideration to Micky Yoochun by waiting and asking Micky Yoochun to walk out first before him.

This concert brought Bi (Rain) together with TVXQ, Big Bang, Wonder Girls, Sondambi, H-Eugene, Lee Min Woo (M), Seeya, 2PM, Shinee, Kim Dong Wan, Yoonha, FT-Island, Kim Joong Gook presenting an awesome and fun performance.

2008 Nongshim Spread the Love concert, which had successfully gathered young-teens to spend some of their time to contribute and also share love and affection together, has been held since 2000.

source: sharingyoochun (http://sharingyoochun.wordpress.com/2008/11/11/news-rain-i-like-dbsks-micky-yoochun/)
credit: DNBN + photoro
translated by: shinta@sharingyoochun

willenette

11-12-2008, 03:37 PM

*** Wow, I'm so happy for him. i pray & hope that it would make a good mark at the box-office next year. :D

[Nov-11-2008]Rain's NinjaAssassin was included in "The 50 Biggest Movies of 2009" to be selected by England daily, "The Times"

"The 50 Biggest Movies of 2009" to be selected by England daily, "The Times", included the hollywood movie, NinjaAssassin which Rain plays the leading role.

According to "The 50 Biggest Movies of 2009" which selected 50 anticipated movies among the hollywood blockbusters, which set for release next year, NinjaAssassin of director James Mcteigue that Rain plays the leading role hold the 41rank.

"The Times" valued, "This movie Rain plays, who had appeared on Speed Racer of Wachowski brothers, is revenge movie of Ninjas and is expected to make marks good at the box office next year."

credit to Moneytoday
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

willenette

11-12-2008, 03:38 PM

*** Wow, what a concept! 2098? Can he still thrill me when the time comes? –hahaha - :)

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[Nov-12-2008] Rain shows the stage of 100 years from now at MKMF

Singer Rain is expected to show the splendid performance which foresees the stage of the year 2098,
90 years from now.

Rain'll preview the performance feature of the future music, showing the splendid performance based on '2098 Still Rain'.
Rain & MKMF producers make a general mobilization of the most advanced eletronic imaging technology and special instruments, they are preparing for showing the stage and performance which shall astonish people.

It is fundamental that the wire, which is probably from the action movie, is used to move in a moment whichever the artist like, right and left, or up and down.

MKMF side said, "This Rain's performance shows off the huge scale like seeing the SF film." " It'll be the best performance that integrates Mnet TV's know-how with Rain's various experience, who has standed the world stage." They were full of confidence.

They said, "Rain has great expectation for this performance and he's got a lot of go. Also, to raise an issue of MKMF, it's going to be the best performance that will not be able to be skipped over."

MKMF that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the founding will be held in Songpakoo-Jamshil Gymnasium on November 15th, from 7 until 11pm.

credi to Newsen
Translation by rain bird

azuvilla

11-13-2008, 08:44 AM

Nov. 13, 2008

[Nov-12-2008] Complain to SBS and demand apology

fr : huhuhuhu@rain-america

Today (Korea time November 12) SBS has done an extremely rude, impolite and unprofessional thing to Rain.

They have invited Rain as a guest to perform at the "water grand ceremony" and Rain is the last one to perform "Rainism". Just as Rain started to sing and dance advertisements appeared on the screen, meaning the show was to end, and audience in front of the TV did not even watch half of the song and the program was over. Normally, the performance will continue on site but the TV program will stop. However, according to clouds at the ceremony, SBS even stopped the music on site without letting Rain complete his performance. Rain was taken by surprise and he and his dancers stood on stage for 10 seconds, amazed. Then they have to leave. Sitting on the floor were tables of guests. You can imagine how embarrassing this was.

Many clouds went to cheer for Rain and they waited for him as he drove out. Rain waved to clouds and we hope he feels better seeing the support of the clouds.

We are boiling with anger on what SBS did to Rain and to the clouds. We felt Rain and clouds are being made use of. Rain-Cloud website has already issued a complaint letter to SBS and urged all clouds to lodge complaints to SBS.

Many of us have already sent e-mail to SBS demanding a public, formal apology. We are trying to find other means to force SBS to apologise.

Please write your complain to webmaster@sbs.co.kr

We demand proper respect to artist, be it Rain or others. We want SBS to formally apologise to Rain and clouds! If any of you know of any other forum to lodge our complaints please let us know!

Source:soompi

willenette

11-13-2008, 04:13 PM

Nov. 13, 2008

[Nov-12-2008] Complain to SBS and demand apology

fr : huhuhuhu@rain-america

Source:soompi

Hi azuvilla - thanks for posting this here. Poor RAIN. SBS is so rude to do that to RAIN. Why they invited him & treated him like that? What the hell? Sometimes I feel some people don’t know what to see when they watch RAIN. I felt so dizzy to watch the video since the ending credits were up on the screen even during the very beginning of his performance. They acted completely unprofessional. SBS is terrible! I’m so mad & upset. SBS isn’t respectful at all. They’re mean & disgraceful to use RAIN for getting high percentage ratings. :mad:

willenette

11-13-2008, 04:14 PM

[Nov-12-2008] SBS TV Ent Mont Blanc

Rain : Here in Beijing.

Rain & Lee Bo-Young who stepped on the red carpet as a pair of Asia lovers.
Rain was definitely notable as a world star worthy of the name.

Q : Please tell me how visiting China struck you.
Rain : Thank you for giving me a hearty welcome, and It's so exciting.

Tony Leung praised Rain,
he said Rain is young, very talented, know how to sing, dance and act, and Rain had great potential.

Rain who is about to push into the world stage.
We look forward to his exciting activity.

source: benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu and edited by Rain-America

willenette

11-14-2008, 05:19 PM

*** Well, even SBS has already apologized to RAIN & JTune, that was freaking rude & unprofessional – turning-off the music while someone was performing half-way. . I’m mad at SBS for being so rude to one of Korea’s biggest Hallyu export stars! They don’t have any manners at all. Oh man…… he just froze there & the dancers were left on-stage confused……… it was a chaos there. But RAIN, don’t worry, your performance still rocks whatever happens. I just pity him because it’s obvious that he was too high while performing then suddenly the climax was gone. It’s really bad & not cool. RAIN’s reaction was admirable – he bowed to the supporting fans & walked-away. That was really the best he could do – he acted properly. Technical problem or not they should apologize. If it was by chance a technical error, they should have immediately gotten someone out to explain this to both the performers & the audience. But what they did was disgusting. Just hate them. Poorly done – they can do better! Let’s support RAIN in many other ways! :cool:

[Nov-13-2008] Regarding the SBS apology

Cloud Notice - http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/comm ... _what=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=65&board_id=noitce&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

The Cloud notice said, although SBS's apology is not very satisfying but they had made apology to J.Tune already. We cannot neglect the relationship with TV station, therefore, let's end like this. Thanks to everyone.

Brief translation by Rain-America

The Producer of the show issued an apology notice on 2008.11.13 14.51.26. Here is the link:
http://cs.sbs.co.kr/sbs_hope_broad.jsp (http://cs.sbs.co.kr/sbs_hope_broad.jsp)

willenette

11-14-2008, 05:21 PM

*** Oh, he’d hide it to protect the girl. Aja, RAIN – fighting! Ha, I think he’s in love. I really would like to know who she’d be or who she is. Who’s the lucky lady? It means we won’t know until the BIG DAY possibly. But I hope he’ll tell us earlier. RAIN is just being honest. :cool:

[Nov-13-2008] Rain, if love appears? will not disclose!

Recently Rain had interviewed with Daily Economy 'start day' and he expressed, "The more you get famous the more sincere you have to be, artists are audiences' love therefore shouldn't hide the truth. But on the love side is very hard to disclose the truth because have to consider my love's standpoint, for me it does not matter to reveal it."

When asked if he fell in love, what type of boyfriend does he wants to be? Rain said he wants to become a boyfriend with a lot of charm. He continued, "I don't mind her economic condition because I have ability. The wedding could be arranged like the Hollywood stars." Rain expressed he is a person with love above all.

Source: Mydaily / Sina
English Translation by Rain-America.com

willenette

11-14-2008, 05:22 PM

November 10, 2008

The 50 Biggest Movies of 2009
Our selection of the fifty most exciting blockbuster films for the year ahead

By Michael Moran (Editor's Pick)
2008 was something of a vintage year for popcorn-munchers. But is there a 2009 film that can equal the colossal success of The Dark Knight? Which hot franchises will step up to fill the spaces left by Batman, Bond and Indy?

We’ve taken a look through the studio schedules and picked out the most promising prospects for the coming year. History tells us that when times are tough, box office takings boom. Here’s our selection of the best films Hollywood has to offer us in 2009.

50: The Pink Panther 2 (February 2009)
49: Friday the 13th (February)
48: Red Sonja (No release date announced)
47: Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian (May)
46: Fast & Furious (June)
45: Spy Hunter (no release date announced)
44: Nine (December)
43: Knowing (March)
42: Them (no release date announced)
41: Ninja Assassin (no release date announced)
40: The Proposal (August)
39: Planet 51 (November)
38: The Box (March)
37: Underworld: Rise of the Lycans (January)
36: Creature from the Black Lagoon (no release date announced)

35: G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra (August)

34: Fanboys (February)
33: Inkheart (January)
32: The Surrogates (December)
31: The International (February)
30: The Wolf Man (April)
29: The Spirit (January)
28: A Perfect Getaway (March)
27: The Birds (no release date announced)
26: S. Darko (no release date announced)
25: Hannah Montana (May)
24: Dorian Gray (November)
23: Sherlock Holmes (November)
22: Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (July)
21: Nottingham (November)
20: Bride Wars (January)
19: 2012 (July)
18: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (January)
17: The Lovely Bones (March)
16: The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (no release date announced)
15: Coraline (March)
14: They Came from Upstairs (July)
13: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (June)
12: The Taking of Pelham 123 (August)
11: The Informant (September)
10: Inglourious Basterds (June)
9: Terminator Salvation (June)
8: Monsters vs. Aliens (April)
7: Avatar (December)
6: Angels & Demons (May)
5: X-Men Origins: Wolverine (May)
4: Watchmen (March)
3: Star Trek (May)
2: Public Enemies (July)
1: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (July)

Source: Times Online (http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/film/article5089354.ece?token=null&offset=96&page=9)

Credit : rubie / Lee Byung Hun thread

willenette

11-14-2008, 05:24 PM

*** This is expected that fans would react this way. RAIN deserves an apology. I just hope RAIN is ok. Anyway, he has handled the situation extremely well. Well, at least this incident has come to closure. Clouds………united we stand, united we fall. :eek:

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[Nov-14-2008] Rain's fans were filled with anger at SBS

Rain's fans were filled with anger at SBS TV's cutting out Rain's stage before it was finished.

Advertisements were broadcasted with the ending subtitles on his last live stage,
pressure of a lot of angry protest.

Rain's fans were filled with anger that his partial stage were cut out,
SBS concerned told the circumstances of the case and had to post the words of apology
on their homepage.

Charge arose from Rain's stage, as he appeared on the stage as an ending singer.
It was not long before ending subtiltes and sponsor logos came out since he started to sing,
after there was even a limit of the interlude to be broadcated ,
it was connected to the advertisement at once.

Rain's fans demanded an apology with a lot of flak,
and there were lots of congestions of telephone protest to SBS.

Especially, according to eyewitness testimonies who watched the situation directly,
a fan mentioned, "His music was suddenly cut out even on the scene
regardless of the TV broadcasting, Rain absurdly had to stand on the stage
with his back dancers who were dancing for some time." This mention poured oil in the fire.

Controvery continued to swirl around the situation, the producers in charge posted the words entitled
"We apologize in connection with the live broadcasting" on their homepage on the 13th afternoon.

The producers made clear, "Some 20seconds were overrun its allotted time,
so something like 20seconds of Rain's Rainism were not broadcasted throughout the progress.
And as concerned the spot where the accident took place,
eventhough the stage in the opening hall should have been kept on going on
regardless of TV broadcasting, the finish of the ending part music didn't go well."
They apologized for themselves why it did.

credit to HankookDaily
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-14-2008, 05:25 PM

*** After Rainism's popularity, here comes the 2nd song, which he's going to promote. I hope it would be as popular also as Rainism & Love Story. Can't wait to see this. I'm not really familiar of how the song sounds, so excited to hear & listen to it again. :)

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[Nov-14-2008]Rain rushes into the following song, he aims at the completed version, which is constituted by dance and song.

Rain, who has gained popularity through "Rainism", is to expected to open the stage of "Only You" and to show the completed version of dance & song through KBS "Music Bank" next 21th.

Rain's side made clear, "Rain'll continue to act the following song through R&B dance song, "Only You".

"Only You" is the song which can show Rain's dance & song skills at the same time. He is prepared that he'll let the performance & song skills, which he's shown by dividing into two, "Rainism" & "Love Story", be completed and be shown at once.

There is an after-talk that Rain's early marked out this song for the following one and he has contemplated to show his developed appearance.

credit to : AsiaEconomy
Biref translation by rain bird@rain-eu
Credit : jinijung / soompi

michsolo

11-15-2008, 09:17 AM

Entertainment
Warner Bros.' line-up for 2009
Updated November 15, 2008 12:00 AM
http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/8200/ent15bu0.jpg

Brad Pitt ages backwards. Robert Downey solves an earth-shaking mystery. Daniel Radcliffe unmasks the half-blood prince. Matt Damon masterminds a game of deception. And Jim Carrey discovers the power of the word “Yes.” Discover these cinematic spectacles as Warner Bros. proudly announces its line-up of films for 2009.

Sherlock Holmes. Robert Downey Jr. brings the legendary detective to life as he has never been portrayed before. Jude Law stars as Holmes’ trusted colleague, Watson, a doctor and war veteran who is a formidable ally for Sherlock Holmes. And Rachel McAdams stars as Irene Adler, the only woman ever to have bested Holmes and who has maintained a tempestuous relationship with the detective.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and Wizard worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry (Daniel) suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle, but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching.

Yes Man. Jim Carrey stars as Carl Allen, a guy whose life is going nowhere — the operative word being “no” — until he signs up for a self-help program based on one simple covenant: Say yes to everything...and anything.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. Adapted from the 1920s novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, this is the whimsical story of a man who is born in his eighties and ages backwards. Directed by David Fincher and starring Brad and Cate Blanchett, this is a grand tale of a not-so-ordinary man and the people and places he discovers along the way, the loves he finds, the joys of life and the sadness of death and what lasts beyond time.

Whiteout. After two years stationed at Antarctica’s South Pole research base, lone US Marshal Carrie Stetko (Kate Beckinsale) is as anxious as anyone to be going home. She’s turned in her resignation and is counting the hours and minutes to the last plane out. But three days before departure, a body turns up on the ice and Carrie is immediately thrust into Antarctica’s first murder investigation.

Ninja Assassin. Raizo (Rain) is one of the deadliest assassins in the world. Taken from the streets as a child, he was transformed into a trained killer by the Ozunu Clan, a secret society whose existence is considered a myth. But haunted by the merciless execution of his friend by the Clan, Raizo breaks free from them...and plots his revenge.

Orphan. In the suspense-thriller, a young mother (Vera Farmiga) and her husband (Stellan Skarsgaard) decide to adopt a child after the devastating loss of their baby. Little did they know that the child they adopt would turn out to be anything other than what they’d hoped for.

Gran Torino. Clint Eastwood stars in and directs the film — predicted to be a frontrunner in the upcoming Academy Awards — in which he plays Walt Kowalski, an iron-willed veteran living in a changing world, who is forced by his immigrant neighbors to confront his own long-held prejudices.

Observe and Report. Comic sensation Seth Rogen plays a deluded, self-important head of mall security who squares off in a turf war against local cops.

Shorts. From director Robert Rodriguez, the quirky comedy is set in a suburb where all the houses look the same and everyone works for Black Box, manufacturer of the ultimate communication and do-it-all gadget. Chaos follows when an 11-year-old boy is hit in the head with a rainbow-colored rock that grants wishes to anyone who holds it, leading them all on a series of adventures.

The Informant. It was one of the FBI’s biggest secrets: A senior executive with America’s most politically powerful corporation, Archer Daniels Midland (Scott Bakula), had become a confidential government witness, secretly recording a vast criminal conspiracy spanning five continents. Mark Whitacre (Matt Damon), the promising golden boy of ADM, had put his career and family at risk to wear a wire and deceive his friends and colleagues.

Faragut North. George Clooney directs the pulse-pounding drama about a smart, arrogant Presidential campaign press secretary whose career spins out of control after he takes a secret meeting with a rival candidate’s seasoned campaign manager.

Where the Wild Things Are. The film follows the adventures of Max, a headstrong young boy who leaves home after having a fight with his mother — only to find himself in a mysterious forest bordering a vast sea. Misunderstood and rebellious, Max sets sail to the land of the Wild Things, where mischief reigns.

Vegas Rising. An ex-cop invades a zombie-ruled Las Vegas to rescue his trapped daughter. Complications: The US military is also after the daughter, and has plans to nuke the town into non-existence.

Source: The Philippine Daily Star

tarong

11-17-2008, 01:35 AM

Nov. 13, 2008

[Nov-12-2008] Complain to SBS and demand apology

fr : huhuhuhu@rain-america

Today (Korea time November 12) SBS has done an extremely rude, impolite and unprofessional thing to Rain.
Source:soompi

i feel so sorry for him, i can't imagine the embarassment he had felt then. grrrr SBS

michsolo, omg kasali na ang NINJA ASSASSIN sa upcoming movie for 2009 ang bilis talaga ng panahon!!! thanks for the info.

hi willenette, cfc, docirene & Fabiola

cfc

11-17-2008, 01:39 PM

Rain's amazing performance in MKMF

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcY6bIqKH4A&fmt=18
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFGWNBFGfls&fmt=18

willenette

11-18-2008, 04:03 PM

*** Awesome, his schedules this year up to next year are full-packed. This is so exciting. Imagine, 4 -languages in just 1-album including Korean. Can’t wait for this. :cool:

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08 Nov 17 [Korean Daily] Rain--Special 3-Language Asian Edition, To Go and Conquer Asia Completely

Summary of Article:

1. Rain will start in China promoting this special Asian edition at the end of November.

2. He started recording this special edition in August of this year; in English, Chinese and Japanese.

3. This album includes Korean, making it an album of 4 languages.

4. Rain said, "Every country has its own linguistic characteristics, so I put a lot of thought into the sound recording. In order to achieve the kind of pronunciation like that of the locals', I practiced for a long time. With this album I can meet with my Asian fans whom I've not seen in a long time, and I feel extremely contented."

5. J.Tune Entertainment added that plans for this promotional tour are currently underway.

Source: Korean Daily
Kor to Chi Translation: Cloud China
Posted by dada@RainHK
Eng Translation & Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

willenette

11-18-2008, 04:05 PM

*** Excellent idea. Whichever……….. I will support him. :D

[Nov-18-2008] Rain's activity, Rainism will be followed by <Only You>

Rain's activity, "Rainism" will be followed by "Only You", and he turns into an European young noble

Singer Rain'll come out the following song activity, "Rainism" will be followed by "Only You".

Rain's agency, JTune made clear, "Rain'll begin to act the following song with R&B song, "Only You", from the third week of November. He'll show the stage through KBS 2TV's "Music Bank."

Rain, who's already showed the stage of "Only You" through some song ranking programs including "Comeback show", plans to capture the attention of the audience.

The stage costume of "Only You" has an intelligent vintage style, and it is associated with an European young noble. It has given a hit that JTune Creative's fashion brand, 2009 F/W season conceipt of "Six to Five", which Rain's invested and instituted.

"There has been Rain's serious worry which one he's going to select between "Rainism" and "Only You, "Only You' is the song he too has pumped his affection into the styling and dance composition as much." JTune side explained "Only You" song.

credit to Newsen
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-18-2008, 04:06 PM

BIG BANG, G DRAGON & DAESUNG TO BE RAIN’S JUNIORS

Big Bang leader GDragon and DaeSung will be the juniors of singer Rain.

Both of them will be selected for GyeongHee University Arts Design School’s post modern music study. They will enter as freshmen for the 2009 intake.

YG Entertainment said on 18th November, “GyeongHee University will make an official announcement on 20th November. Right now, we are waiting for the news for confirmation.”

Other than GDragon and DaeSung, 2AM’s Jo Kwon, Davichi’s Kang Min Kyung, FT Island frontman Lee HongKi and SeeYa Nam GyuRi will also be entering as freshmen together.

tarong

11-18-2008, 04:27 PM

Link for FAMILY OUTING
http://www.youtube.com/user/rainyonme
credit: rainyonme

docirene

11-18-2008, 06:35 PM

HELLO TO ALL THE BIERS IN THE HOUSE.:)

cant wait to have a copy of the new cd.

willenette

11-19-2008, 04:12 PM

CHAE YEON LIKES MUSCULAR GUYS WITH A NICE SCENT

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: Matchbox @ mediachamber.net

Please visit http://mediachamber.net (http://mediachamber.net/)for more entertainment news!

Chae Yeon visited Hong Kong for promotions. Today she will end her 4 day trip and leave Hong Kong. Yesterday she went to Metro Radio to do an interview. The radio station specifically arranged a roast pig cutting ceremony, so she could experience the Chinese culture. She also demonstrated making korean style sushi. In addition, she drew her dream man's body figure. She prefered the muscular type and didn't forget to draw muscles in the picture. As for the artists she most admired she chose Takeshi Kaneshiro and Eason Chan.

Chae Yeon said during the middle of the year she attended an fund-raising event and met Eason. She thinks his voice is very unique. While discussing what she looks for in a partner she said she likes Tall and muscular guys, good looking and knows how to use money. Also they need to wear a nice scent. Korea's Pop King Rain who is adored by millions of girls, fits her criteria but she expressed that they have only appeared on the same stage and she hasn't met him. It was the first time she had ever cut a roast pig and she didn't really enjoy cutting it.

willenette

11-19-2008, 04:13 PM

*** The students are so lucky there. How I wish I was one of them. It’s really very cold now in Korea, look at his get-up. I love it. He looks good. :cool:
*

[Nov-19-2008] Fan Acct - Rain showed up at our school

Rain showed up at our school in November 17th, 2008
I was frightened out of my sense.
While a classmate were looking out the window, he shouted, "Wow! Rain there! Jeong Ji-Hoon! Bi!"
Well, if it wasn't Rain, but he was just singer Rain!

Rain completed "Soong-Moon" junior high school and came in for a moment allegedly.
But I was not sure what had brought him there.
Anyway, he seemed to stand much more than 6.2 feet tall and was so handsome!

source: benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

(Rain visited his school for a discovery documentary film)

willenette

11-20-2008, 04:31 PM

UPDATED SCHEDULES

Saturday: November 29, 2008
2. Of the request [NEW]
Place KBS 1TV
Time 17:10 to 0:00

Wednesday : December 10, 2008
Golden Disc Awards - Mnet
Place Olympic Park
Time 19:00

Tuesday: December 30, 2008
Come on KBS festival

Wednesday: December 31, 2008
MBC go daejejeon

Source: The Cloud: Rain-Ji Hoon
Listed by RainingAllDay@Only Rain
(All Indicated in Korean Time)

willenette

11-20-2008, 04:33 PM

*** Wow, can't wait to watch this tonight. Finally, we could get to hear & listen to him singing this another composition by him. Looking forward for his perf again later. I'm sure it will be as good as usual. I'm also interested to see how his look is will be tonight. :cool:

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[Nov-20-2008] Rain opens his original composition song "My Girl" for the first time

Singer Rain first plans to reveal his new song "My Girl" in CheongRyuong (Blue Dragone)Film Awards.

Rain'll do the celebrating performance in the 29th CheongRyuong (Blue Dragone) Film Awards which will be held in KBS Hall, Seoul Yeoeuido on the 20th.
This day, Rain'll sing "My Girl" in his new album, it is the ballad song that Rain directly did writing songs and composition.

Rain's agency side said, "Rain'll open "My Girl" for the first time. He is running mad after practicing as much as the authoritative film awards."

credit to Newsen
Brirf translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-20-2008, 04:34 PM

*** I’ve been waiting for the eng translation of this song. I’m excited that he’s going to sing this song tonight in the awarding. :cool:

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[Nov-20-2008] My Girl Lyrics (Eng)

Composed by£º김태완 £¬Jung Ji-hoon
Lyrics by£ºJung Ji-hoon

Hey baby I luv u girl
You know what? you're my sunshine

Baby girl, you are my happiness
I'm at your room the whole day
Even I dream I think of you like you are in front of me
Your face made me feel sweet

You are beautiful lady
You are still my pretty honey
You are beautiful lady
You will say the words that I wanted to hear

You are still you
You are still my girl
You are my woman
Others can't look at you

You are still you
I am still your man
I am still your man, you are still my woman

Step by step approaching
Step by step still waiting
You are beautiful lady
You are still my guardian angel
You are so beautiful
I will say the words that you like to hear
You are still my girl
You are still my girl
You are my woman, others can't look at you

You are still you
I am still your man
I am still your other (you are my woman)

Still feel thanks even now like already prepared
Have to thanks the love giving to us
and have to protect it
Forever love you!

English Translation by Rain-America.com

Rain will sing this song at the Blue Dragon Film Awards.

willenette

11-21-2008, 05:37 PM

*** This is a terrific & great lyrics. I love it. I’ve been waiting for the translation also of this song. Finally got to know the meaning of the song now. There’s bitterness in the song. :cool:

Track 03) 'Only You' Lyrics

LYRICS by Akrain @ Rain-America

from:Rain-America http://www.rain-america.com/bbs5/viewthrea...extra=#pid22229 (http://www.rain-america.com/bbs5/viewthread.php?tid=2162&pid=22229&page=1&extra=#pid22229)

By your side again,
Your tiredsome image
Just by looking at your eyes,
I think I know
That person is giving you a hard time again Yea~

Not that person by your side
Standing next to you right now,
There is no room for me Why~
At least for a second Yea~

Holding your small hand,
Walking down this street,
Can't you see my heart that wants to do this
Girl, I'm right before your eyes
Yet you still don't know/see me

(Hook)
In your tears, In your heart, In your words
I know they're only filled with that person
In my eyes, In my mind, it's only you.
I can't stop looking towards you
In your memories, A part of my heart in your diary
I want them to be filled with me
My days, my heart is filled with only you
Please look at my heart Oh~Oh~

I'd rather want you to have a difficult time,
Tired of crying because of that person
My image is hidden my tears
If only you can see me Yea~

Your sad image
I can make you laugh

You are tired of this
That person doesn't look into your heart,
Only looks down on you

(Hook)

(Bridge)
Does the person next to you have to be him?
I can make you laugh more than he can
If I become like that person, then will you look at me?
Everyday, he makes you cry,
He hurts you
Tell me what it is that you like about him
If you want, I can do anything for you
Please get to know what kind of person I am Oh~

(Hook)

Yea Oh My baby

willenette

11-21-2008, 05:39 PM

*** OMG- this is an excellent shows. This show is all about him, the person & the entertainer. I'm so proud of him since he's the first Korean star, which the Discovery Channel is going to produce. Cool! We could get to know more everything about him. And this will be broadcasted later on to many countries in the world next year. He’s more than deserving. I’m really getting excited on this. Can’t wait. Hope he’ll be successful in the US when he plans to debut later on. He made it again. This would help other people to know him more. I hope he’ll be well-known in the whole world. A great chance for him. ;)

[Nov-21-2008]Rain's 'touching story' goes on to the world on Discovery channel

Producing documentary since the last July...
Images with all the details are to be broadcasted to 130 countries in the world in the early of 2009.

Rain's 'touching story', the world star', will be opened to the people in the world.
It was lately revealed that the discovery channel, worldwide documentary producer,
started to produce special video with Rain's every detail.

One authority said "Rain is the first Korean star who the Discovery channel planned to produce document.
So far, Jackie chan and Zhang-Ziy etc who are the Asian stars, have been broadcasted
to the world. Rain's documentary is to be broadcasted to 130 countries in the world.

This would be another chance for him to go one step further as a 'world star'.
Rain's documentary will be shot till the end of this year and will be on-air in the early of next year.

Just in time, the hollywood film <Ninja Assassin>, starred by Rain, will be opened
in the early of 2009.
The year of 2009 seems to be the great opportunity for him to build up worldwide recognition.

This documents focuses not only Rain, the 'world star' but also 'human' Jihun Jeong.
This documentary would contain his dark days with his family and routine life out of stage.

It will illuminate his real life from the deep adversities to the top star that represents the Asia.
It is known that the Discovery producing team went in company with Rain
while he was visiting his mother's charnel which is located on Bygje in Gyunggi province.

Rain opened the 5th album <Rainism> in October.
Rain plans to reconstruct the 5th album as the Asia special album and put on the Chinese,
Japanese, HongKong and Thailand markets.

source : HankookDaiily

English Translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

kgoodies

11-22-2008, 04:28 AM

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michsolo

11-26-2008, 10:27 AM

[Nov-26-2008]Whatever Rain does, it goes well. His negative development does him more good than harm.

"Rainism", "judgment of teenagers harmful object"....Album sale was up sharply on the contrary, misfortune turned into a blessing.

Sudden increase of album sale happened to him against "judgment of teenagers harmful object".
Rain's 5th album, "Rainism", was sold more than 2,100 on the 24th.(album sale total site, "Hunter" standard)

That is more than double the rate for the volume of 1,000 was sold on the 23th before the day. The 24th is the day "Rainism" received "harmful object judgment" from 'Teenagers Protection Committee' under 'the Ministry of Health and Welfare'.

"Rainism" was sold with being put a red label like "sale prohibition under 19 year of age" on it. In spite of this negative development, sale volume of Rain's 5th album increased suddenly.

An album producer said, "judgment of teenagers harmful object" is obviously negative development, but it shows that it has pepole's name bandied about and attracted their attentions on the contrary. Album sale have been over 40 days, but its selling is steady."

credit to HankookDaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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24th sold = 2,1xx
25th sold = 2,1xx

source:soompi

willenette

11-26-2008, 05:26 PM

08 Nov 25 Official Rain QQ.Com Website Is Up

Enter here: http://ent.qq.com/zt/2008/rain2008/backupppppppppp.htm (http://ent.qq.com/zt/2008/rain2008/backupppppppppp.htm)

*Mostly in Chinese, but there are some English there to help you to navigate around.

Another correlating page: http://qbar.ent.qq.com/raining (http://qbar.ent.qq.com/raining)

Full "Love Story" MV: http://ent.qq.com/a/20081124/000299.htm (http://ent.qq.com/a/20081124/000299.htm)

source: jtune_rain_cafe@baidu
Credit: RainHK & SexyBi

willenette

11-26-2008, 05:27 PM

November 25, 2008

Ban on Rain's Song Sizzles Show Biz

By Bae Ji-sook
Staff Reporter

The entertainment industry is abuzz over "dance machine" Rain's hot track "Rainism," which has recently been banned from sale to teenagers over its lewd lyrics. The singer agreed to change a few phrases for his underage fans at concerts but expressed regret over the government's decision on the already chart-topping record.

The Youth Protection Committee of the Ministry for Health, Welfare and Family Affairs said Monday that the lyrics of "Rainism" are lewd and harmful to teenagers. The record will be sold with a red sticker and will be banned from sales to those under 19 years old, according to the committee.

The parts that the agency did not like were "Spinning is my magic stick inside your shaking body/ The body shake that feels the limit it cannot go beyond," in which the writer, the singer himself, is allegedly describing sexual intercourse between a man and a woman.

In fact, the lyrics have long been subject to debate for their sexual explicitness since the song's debut on Oct. 15.

However, Rain and his agency, Jtune Entertainment, explained such wording is quite common in Western pop songs and Korean fans are mature enough not to be affected by them. The song passed three major broadcasters' screenings and swept domestic pop charts.

Jtune said Tuesday that Rain would change the criticized parts for performances but leave them on the album. "He will rewrite several phrases because he obeys the law. However, the committee's idea of sex appeal is totally different from that of Rain's. Is there a clear criterion to assert lewdness?" it asked in a press release.

Fans criticized the government's decision. "The love scenes or violent scenes we see through TV dramas, movies, Internet and books are much more serious ― the government should fix those first. Anyway, who cares about the lyrics when you see Rain dancing?'" a fan ID:tkfkdgo1 said on www.daum.net.

Some Internet users allege that the government is helping boost sales with the announcement. "Now everyone will try to listen to Rain's song to see what's so lewd about it. The government is actually a secret supporter of the singer," ID:Jackie said.

However, some defended the decision, saying K-pop needs to watch its wording. "I hope this will influence some other singers who talk about all lousy things ― teenage singers talking about mating and showing off their legs or breasts seems too much," ID: sincerely said.

Credits: bjs@koreatimes.co.kr

http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/natio.../117_35041.html (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2008/11/117_35041.html)

willenette

11-26-2008, 05:28 PM

PASSION, PERSONALITY A HIT WITH FASHION JURY

What do a singer, a K1 fighter, an assemblywoman, a photographer and a violist have in common?

No clue? Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php), Chu Seong-hun, Na Kyung-won, Kim Yong-ho and Yongjae O'Neill are among winners of the Style Icon Awards 2008, an annual event that singles out celebrities in various fields who have shown the most unique fashion style.

You may be wondering what these style mavericks have that ordinary people don't.

It's all about passion and character, according to Jung Ku-ho, chief judge at the awards and noted fashion designer of the Kuho brand.

And the winners gave the fashion pack a chance to judge for themselves at a recent party in a club in Cheongdam-dong.

Curiously, style icons are not often known for having classic good looks. K-pop star Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php) is a case in point. And actress Jang Mi-hee (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Jang_Mi-hee.php), another recipient of this year's Style Icon award, is known for the eccentric character she plays in a TV drama.

Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php) has always had an avid interest in fashion, and isn't ashamed to admit it. He's mentioned his interest in clothes in many interviews, once even saying, "I will design my own clothes sometime".

Jung says that Rain (http://www.hancinema.net/korean_Rain.php)'s charms compensate for his flaws.

"He's got small eyes without double eyelids", he says. "He is nowhere near the perfect guy".

( skipped unrelated……………..)

By Kang Seung-min Joongang Ilbo
_____________________
Top to bottom: Singer Seo In-young, K-1 fighter Chu Seong-hun, assemblywoman Na Gyeong-won.

Source : joongangdaily (http://www.hancinema.net/jump.php?id=16970)

Translation : Hancinema

willenette

11-26-2008, 05:30 PM

*** RAIN loves eating so much – the guy really loves food. His GF should love eating, too. :cool:

[Nov-26-2008] Singer Rain, "I would not forgive anybody who.."
Singer Rain, "I would not forgive anybody who touches my food except my girlfriend."

Rain expressed his mind which he wants to have a girlfriend in his own way.

He recently participated in a program pre-recording, SBS Kim Jeong-Eun' <Chocolate> by name and talked about what he surely wants to do with his girlfriend.

Rain made clear in this recording, "I like eating so much, there is not only my own recipe, I know but also lots of delicious restaurants. If I had a girlfriend, I would look for the delicious places with her. When I eat food, I used to set my heart on the amount I eat, I bear hatred towards somebody who snatches and eats mine, but it doesn't matter to me if my girlfriend does so."
He expressed how he wants to have a girlfriend through his gluttony, and made the audience laughter.

Kim Jeong-Eun' <Chocolate>, his gluttony not to be stopped and tender passion will be carried entirely, is to be broadcasted on 26th night of November at 12:30am.

credit to Newsen
Brief translation by rain bird

willenette

11-26-2008, 05:31 PM

*** So nice & sweet of RAIN to do this to his entire fan Cafes. :cool:

25-Nov-08 [Cloud Notice] Rain Presents Signature To Fan Cafes

Rain has given Fan Cafes his personal handwritten signature.
Rain has signed directly before each Fan Cafe, and then had this signature placed on the main page of each Fan Cafe.
This key point served as a test to such an activity,
And we've also received a good response from each Fan Cafe's admins, began preparing this since 2 weeks ago.
Last week we transmitted Rain's signature to each and every Fan Cafe's admins.

In order to coordinate with the condition of each Fan Cafe, it was decided that Rain's signature be posted on the main page of each Fan Cafe on Tuesday.
In the future we will also have mutual assistance with the Clouds of each Fan Club to combine efforts.
The following are the active Fan Cafes that participated in this activity, and this was only targeted towards Fan Clubs that are registered on the company's (J.Tune) HP (homepage).

Clouds: http://rain-cloud.co.kr (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/) (This is the one where most of us are registered at)

비나무 http://cafe.daum.net/benamoo (http://cafe.daum.net/benamoo)

포레인 http://cafe.daum.net/forrain (http://cafe.daum.net/forrain)

팬레인 http://www.fanrain.com/ (http://www.fanrain.com/)

레인메이커 http://club.chol.com/_club/main/clubmain.h...clubid=e0307261 (http://club.chol.com/_club/main/clubmain.html?clubid=e0307261)

The signature to Clouds can be enjoyed in the Flash window on the top of the main page. More detailed content and the signature will be posted on 구름들의 사랑공간 (on the official site)

Source: http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c...t=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=370&board_id=b_08042315351519&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)
Chi to Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

Shareline

11-27-2008, 03:23 AM

[Nov-26-2008] Whatever Rain does, it goes well

His negative development does him more good than harm

“Rainism”, “judgment of teenagers harmful object”….Album sale was up sharply on the contrary, misfortune turned into a blessing.

Sudden increase of album sale happened to him against “judgment of teenagers harmful object”.
Rain’s 5th album, “Rainism”, was sold more than 2,100 on the 24th.(album sale total site, “Hunter” standard)

That is more than double the rate for the volume of 1,000 was sold on the 23th before the day. The 24th is the day “Rainism” received “harmful object judgment” from ‘Teenagers Protection Committee’ under ‘the Ministry of Health and Welfare’.

“Rainism” was sold with being put a red label like “sale prohibition under 19 year of age” on it. In spite of this negative development, sale volume of Rain’s 5th album increased suddenly.

An album producer said, “judgment of teenagers harmful object” is obviously negative development, but it shows that it has pepole’s name bandied about and attracted their attentions on the contrary. Album sale have been over 40 days, but its selling is steady.”

credit to HankookDaily
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-28-2008, 05:29 PM

27 Nov 2008 - Japanese Version of Rainism release on 2009 Jan 7
it will comes with 1 CD and 1 DVD!

Rainism - Rain's Fifth Album

release: 2009 Jan 7
1 CD
1 DVD

Disc1
CD - Tracklist
1 My Way (INTRO)
2 Rainism
3 Only U
4 Love Story
5 This is Love
6 My Girl
7 You
8 Fresh woman
9 ‚More Attraction/Attracted (Feat. C-LUV)
10 Turn your Head
11 September 12th
12 My Way
13 Rainism Remix
14 RAINISM (Japanese Version - Bonus Track)
15 LOVE STORY (Japanese Version - Bonus Track)

Disc2
DVD
1 Rainism, Love Story PV
2 Making of
3 Other

source: http://www.hmv.co.jp/Product/detail.asp?si...art&SKU=3346960 (http://www.hmv.co.jp/Product/detail.asp?site=mailmagart&SKU=3346960)
credit / transl.: Phoenix - RAIN Germany

willenette

11-28-2008, 05:30 PM

RAIN PURCHASES A 100,000,000 WON BUILDING FOR HIS NEW COMPANY

The world star, Rain has become the owner of a 100,000,000 Won worth building recently.

The building is in Kangnam part of Seoul where it is known to be the luxurious part of town. It has a basement as well as a second floor.

The building was supposed to cost 1/2 more, however, because of his fame he could purchase it cheaper. Although the building is not big, the position of it in the city is great. It is in a good neighborhood and with Rain's company there, it will higher the property values.

Fun fact is that Rain's old company, JYP Entertainment is only 20m distance from Rain's.

Right now, on the first floor, there is a flower shop and Rain's father runs the Rainy Entertainment office. The J Tune entertainment which is in partnership with Rain has not moved into this building yet. It is unknown what the building will be used for exactly.

Actor and singer Rain is currently active in his new album "Rainism" and will be releaseing his Asia Album.

Source : cynews.cyworld.com (http://www.hancinema.net/jump.php?id=17037)

Translation : Hancinema

willenette

11-28-2008, 05:32 PM

*** Yayahhh……. congratulations to RAIN! It’s just amazing that the number of visitors & their posts/messages just keep flowing in by the minute. :cool:

[Nov-28-2008] Rain became the first star to have his own homepage in China

World star, Rain's own homepage was recently opened on QQ.com (www.rain.qq.com (http://www.rain.qq.com/)), Chinese famous portal site.

Rain opened his star hompage on QQ.com site and showed off the world star gaulity by record reaching 100,000 connecting numbers in only one hour.

QQ.com has never offered the webpage even for its native land stars, which it was brought into conversation that Rain was selected, and also there was an overcrowding of connectors that afternoon to be opened and its service struck a snag allegedly.

Rain's homepage is expected to be operated with similar way to Korea's, based on the interface and various contents like self camera or diary will be offered through Star Blog, which Rain directly operates.

credit to Edaily
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

willenette

11-28-2008, 05:33 PM

*** Awww……… that was so sweet of RAIN. This makes him more lovable. I love this guy very much! So pleased to read stories from fans again. He looks so happy these days. I’m happy for these fans who saw him. :cool:

[Nov-28-2008] Fan Acct - Rain waved his hands to the younger fans
I went to Mnet's Mcountdown open broadcasting yesterday.

When I stopped to across the street at a red light after broadcasting, a white SUV type car to have been caught by the light was standing by the crossing in front of my face.
Then, our younger Rain fans with shaking their silver fringes and cheering outfits shouted out loudly, "Rain! congratulations! Congratulate you on your top ranking! congratulations! Rainism!"

I remarked Rain's car was near here. That white car on stand-by in the middle of the crossroads was just it!
At that very moment, the car window of the front seat was broadly opened, even in the middle of the roadway, Rain, who had taken at the back seat, sticked even his upper body as well as his hansome face out of the front window and smiled brightly with waving hands.
He was so pleased to see his younger fans.

I was just looking at their giving cheers to each other with envious eyes at that time.

[Nov-27-2008] A while ago, Rain allegedly had a dinner of roast meat in a restaurant.(about 10pm)

My younger sister let me know she saw on her way Rain took a dinner of roast meat in a restaurant around Balsan subway station after Mcountdown open broadcasting and went back.

I quickly tried to get out of the house, but he had already left allegedly. What a pity!

source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

michsolo

12-03-2008, 10:31 AM

08 Dec 02 [on.cc] Rain To Contribute To The Festivities of the Korean Movie Awards

Rain, who recently appeared in an advertisement with Jang Dong-gun acting as brothers, will be an honored performing guest at the "Korean Movie Awards" this Thursday, and in the meantime popular band Big Bang will be dressed up in 'cowboy' clothing (or denim) and will sing to add on to the festivities.

Source: on.cc (China)
Credit: Mandy@RainHK
Brief Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA
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08 Dec 02 [MyDaily] Rain, Big Bang & Ja Woo Rim To Perform at the 7th Annual Korean Movie Awards

Summary:

1. Rain, Big Bang and Ja Woo Rim are among those who will be performing.

2. Song Yun-ah will be the MC for the event.

3. Rain and 6 other dancers will give a sexy 'magic stick' performance on a "cake-shape" like stage.

4. This event will be shown live on Thursday Dec. 4th at 5:50 pm (not sure if this is Korea time or China time).

Source: MyDaily
Credit: azafighting@RainHK
Eng Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA

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Nov-26-2008] Rain will hold a clothes launching concert which combines concert with fashion.

Rain meets his fans through a hot performance.

Special enterprise of fashion & design, "JTcreative"(www.jtcreative.co.kr (http://www.jtcreative.co.kr)), under Rain's agency "JTune" plans to hold a large scale concert in commemoration of its launching.

This fashion launching show will introduce the performance, which reminds of an actual concert, into the gorgeous fashion show with a special show composition which preconceived launching notion is off, and Rain will show the performance which is going to be a topic of conversation with his attraction as a model, who has participated in its investment, foundation, and production.

JTcreative side said, "This launching show will be a large scale one which invites the 5,000 general public including the fashion persons concerned, and clothes brand Six to Five's splendid spectacular with its sensible clothes will be shown and will offer the most issue at the end of the year.

This fashion concert to be held in Ilsan Kintex's exhibition hall on December 23th is to be expected to become a special concert, which integrates concert with fashion.

credit to asiaeconomy
Translation by rain bird@rain-eu