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JYP’S INSIGHT INTO WG, RAIN, G.O.D. SUCCESS

“To be a producer to Rain, the Wonder Girls, and G.O.D means to create an image. It’s not a matter of music, but it’s an image that already exists within the person that you have to find. Once you find it, you build it up through consistency. You have to engrave it into the minds of the public.”

On the afternoon of January 3, Singer & Producer Park JinYoung (37) gave a special lecture on the topic of “What does it mean to be a producer?” at an Art Hole in NohnHyungDong. The lecture was heard by students of K-Note—a tutoring school for music run by producer Kim HyungSuk—and members of the public. It is a well-known fact that Kim HyungSuk served as a mentor to a young Park JinYoung while Park was just entering the mainstream music industry in 1992 as a student at YonSei University.

While Park JinYoung (JYP) cited his protégés—group G.O.D, Rain, and the group Wonder Girls—as examples in revealing his producing methods, 200 aspiring musicians listened closely in the audience, periodically applauding.

JYP told the audience, “I first applied image marketing to G.O.D. I saw them in their IlSan dormitory and they weren’t living like stars at all. Seeing them, the image of plain cooked rice came to mind. You can’t live without rice. So I worked to create a warm, comfortable image for them, one that brings the idea of ‘mother and son’ to mind. They sang and we signed them up to star in the TV program ‘Child Care Diary’ where they would help raise a child.”

With Rain and the Wonder Girls, JYP stated that he considered differing images when planning to increase the entertainers’ star power.

“Rain was the first singer in our management company to look like a real star. We could readily make music and songs that would have mainstream appeal, but even if the songs weren’t hits our main goal was to discover: ‘What could we do to make this person appear cooler and shine brighter?’ The focus of his image was star-quality and we worked to make music, wardrobe, and dances that weren’t easy to follow. Rain received a top music award for in 2004 and he received it because even though no one could sing along to the song, he still shined as a person.”

He added, “Rain is very smart and he knew when to use that to his advantage or not. I was worried he’d become conceited if I complimented him a lot, so for the first time I acted mean towards someone under our management. Even then, he still didn’t use his brain to scheme but threw himself into his practicing instead. Speaking man to man, he’s very impressive.”

On the contrary, “The Wonder Girls are cute and loveable to anyone who sees them. That’s why we made songs and dances that are easy to sing-along to and follow. That’s how they came to be graced with the title of ‘National Little Sisters.’” “When I come back from the US and get in the recording studio, the Wonder Girls will return from finishing their daily schedule and say, ‘We’ve missed you.’ At those words alone, all the fatigue just melts away,” JYP added with a laugh.

Finally, he concluded by addressing the importance of people over the music they make. “I have more interest in people than in music. Even when I’m picking singers I choose the people I like rather than those who just excel in their singing and dancing ability. I’ve found that if they are beautiful in my eyes then the public seems to find them beautiful as well.”

source: sunmijjang (http://sunmijjang.wordpress.com/2009/01/07/news-jyp-%E2%80%9Crain-wonder-girls-achieved-success-through-contradictory-images%E2%80%9D-in-a-special-lecture-to-students-of-his-mentor-kim-hyungsuk-090103/)
credit: Hankooki
translated by: ppopki@wgspectacle

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[Jan-07-2009]Fight Like A ¡®Ninja Assassin¡¯ (Screenrant)

http://screenrant.com/fight-ninja-assassin-rob-4904/ (http://screenrant.com/fight-ninja-assassin-rob-4904/)

This is a must watch if you have any interest at all in action films, martial arts, sword combat or parkour. /Film got a hold of a behind-the-scenes video of the fight choreography training for the upcoming Ninja Assassin movie.

The video features the infamous 87 Eleven stunt performing/coordination and martial arts training group who also worked on hit action movies 300, the Bourne films and this year¡¯s Watchmen (hopefully this year). They do amazing work and are becoming more and more involved in some of the biggest action films around.

Ninja Assassin is the story of one of the world¡¯s best assassins, Raizo (played by Korean pop star, Rain) who was trained to kill by a secret organization that later executes his best friend. Naturally, Raizo must avenge his friend¡¯s death and the blood bath ensues.

Take a look at some of the action sequences you can expect to see in the film:

And that¡¯s just the fight training! This movie is going to be bad *** and I¡¯m definitely going to see it just based on this.

The action sequences look incredible and they¡¯re obviously putting tons of work into it to make it flow and look real ¨C ¡°real¡± as in based on earth¡¯s gravity and people actually performing these moves naturally and not like in Romeo Must Die or Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon where a person can jump and kick multiple people while changing and reversing his direction in midair. You know what I Mean!

Does this make you want to see the film?

Ninja Assassin does not have a confirmed release date as of yet but is expected to hit theaters in the second half of 2009. It is directed by James McTeigue (Speed Racer, V for Vendetta).



Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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09 Jan 08 [EDaily] Rain Attends Park Ji-yun's Bday Party & Shows Off Their Sincere Friendship

It arrested netizen’s eyes that Park Ji-Yun’s birthday party pictures of close friends like Rain and Baeka in the entertainment were revealed through Baeka’s mini hompage.

Rain & Park Ji-Yun have allegedly been on intimate terms since they were attached to JYP entertainment.

They have continually been formed such a firm friendship that Park Ji-Yun recently participated Rain’s clothes launching event, and Rain did Cleopatra, musical stage, which Park Ji-Yun played the leading role respectively.

Meanwhile, Rain plans to have fan meetings in Tokyo on the 12th, in Osaka on the 14th
in commemoration of the 7th release of Asia album in Japan, while Park Ji-Yun successfully finished Cleopatra, musical stage, last December.

credit to Edaily
Translation by rain bird ll sixtofive1982

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Ninja Assassin Behind the Scenes Fight Choreography
Wednesday, January 7th, 2009 at 6:57 am.
By Rodney
http://www.themovieblog.com/2009/01/ninja-...ht-choreography (http://www.themovieblog.com/2009/01/ninja-assassin-behind-the-scenes-fight-choreography)

Korean Popstar Rain caught the eye of the Brothers Wachowski while producing Speed Racer and is staring in their next action flick bringing us more of Korea’s hottest star. Check out this video of some of the fight scenes being practiced for their upcoming Ninja Assassin.

ScreenRant calls it:

Ninja Assassin is the story of one of the world’s best assassins, Raizo (played by Korean pop star, Rain) who was trained to kill by a secret organization that later executes his best friend. Naturally, Raizo must avenge his friend’s death and the blood bath ensues.

You can’t really go wrong with a movie called Ninja Assassin, and this Rain guy looks like he is more than capable in the physical aspect of the movie.

The action looks incredible, and this just might be what Rain needs to establish himself in the North American market. Then we can finally see what all the fuss is about.

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Could I interest you in some ninja fighting?
Jan 6th, 2009 by Bryan White
http://www.cinema-suicide.com/2009/01/06/c...ninja-fighting/ (http://www.cinema-suicide.com/2009/01/06/could-i-interest-you-in-some-ninja-fighting/)

I’ve been suspicious of those Wachowski brothers ever since they dropped the ball with those Matrix sequels. What a load of s**t. Oh yeah, “we have a trilogy of scripts”. My a**, you do. You two were clearly making it up as you went along. And what’s was that Speed Racer business all about?

True, you’re only producing Ninja Assassin just like you only produced V For Vendetta, but your name on any project still seems to sell scripts. Also, based on this stunt/martial arts training reel for James McTeague’s upcoming Ninja Assassin, I’m willing to cut you a little slack. This is really, really cool. Be sure to stick around for the whole thing. The money shot features a chain weapon around the neck that is exceptionally sweet.

Ninja Assassin stars Korean pop sensation, Rain, who also starred in Chan Wook Park’s last feature, I’m A Cyborg But That’s Okay as a deadly ninja who turns on his clan when his friend is killed by the very same clan. Paths cross with a Europol agent trying to track down the ninjas and stop them. Sounds like fairly standard ninja revenge fare but it’s nice to see it set in a contemporary setting and not srar Michael Dudikoff. I usually frown on all flash and no substance kinds of movies but if you can maintain a solid action pace throughout and deliver exciting stunts, I’m usually very forgiving. Don’t let me down, Ninja Assassin.

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Fight Choreography video from ‘Ninja Assassin’ hits YouTube

http://wearemoviegeeks.com/2009/01/fight-c...n-hits-youtube/ (http://wearemoviegeeks.com/2009/01/fight-choreography-video-from-ninja-assassin-hits-youtube/)

Submitted by Travis on Tuesday, 6 January 2009 No Comment

All I can say is… This is SWEET! I’m not sure who put this together (likely the owner of the watermark on the bottom-right corner of the video that I can’t make out) but, a really good job they did! Basically, this is simply a lengthy montage of behind-the-scenes footage - set to music - of Rain training and rehearsing his stunts and fight choreography for the upcoming ‘Ninja Assassin’ movie from the Wachowski brothers. Oh, but it’s sure entertaining to watch! I’ll let the video speak for itself

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Ninja Assassin Fight Choreography
Movie Ninja Assassin Posted By: Stark
http://www.moviesonline.ca/movienews_16197.html (http://www.moviesonline.ca/movienews_16197.html)
I caught this while reading some news with my morning coffee, and thought it was way cool! It’s a quick training video showing some work by stunt team 87eleven (they worked on 300, Watchmen, Matrix, and the Bourne Films). They were training for the upcoming release produced by the Wachowski Brothers and directed by James McTeigue called Ninja Assassin - very cool.

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Credit: OnlyRain // sixtofive1982

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*** Poor RAIN, I’m sure a superstar like him would really have a hard time finding someone to date. The movie NA has good action. Hope the best for him. That’s sad that he spent Xmas like this. :)

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RAIN, “I’M LOOKING FOR A GIRLFRIEND”


Singer Rain confessed that he is trying hard to find a girlfriend. He confessed in his interview with MBC’s ‘섹션TV 연예통신’ saying, “It’s not like I can just find one easily, but I’m trying very hard. I think I will be able to find one soon.”

After his first Hollywood film “Speed Racers,” he was casted for “Ninja Assassin.” Although from the outside he seemed to be a happy top world star, from the inside, he was suffering from an intense fight with himself.

He didn’t know many people in America so he spent most of the time in his one room apartment dealing with loneliness and depression. “On Christmas Day of 2007, I stayed home, wrapped up in a blanket, crying to myself. ” he confessed. He dealt with this by trying to have the mentality that he was starting his career as a ‘newbie.’ He ate only chicken breast for many months and exercised for many hours daily to get in shape for the movie. He tried his best for the movie, and even though he isn’t expecting much from it, he is looking foward to the responses he will get.

source: minsarang (http://minsarang.wordpress.com/2009/01/08/news-rain-im-looking-for-a-girlfriend/)
credit: Newsen
translated by: minsarang + SHINEE_jonghyun<3

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[Jan-08-2009] The 25 Most Anticipated Movies of 2009 (Filmschoolrejects)

http://www.filmschoolrejects.com ... movies-of-2009.php/ (http://www.filmschoolrejects.com/features/the-25-most-anticipated-movies-of-2009.php/)


....(I'll skip the other 24 movies here )

Ninja Assassin (TBA 2009)
Talent: James McTeigue (Director), J. Michael Straczynski (Writer), Rain, Naomie Harris, Rick Yune

The movie is called Ninja Assassin, do I even have to say why we¡¯re excited about this film? Hell, the film¡¯s star is so badass his name is just Rain. Like Madonna, but if she were a ninja. And a dude. And Korean. But seriously, this film follows a super bad *** assassin out for revenge against those who trained him, but then made the mistake of killing his best friend. The stunt work and fights are coming to you courtesy of 87 Eleven, the same guys who did 300, The Bourne Films, and The Matrix. Expect this movie to have the most slice-and-dice sword action of the year as well as be a strong contender for a Best Fight nod at the end of the year, even against a lot of stiff competition. Sharpen your blades and hone your shuriken, because this is going to be bloody awesome. - Robert Fure



Credit : rainalice / rainlegend

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*** I hope he’s enjoying his vacation. Wondering if he’s back now? I hope he takes a good rest. It’s great that he’s relaxing once in a while. :cool:

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[Jan-08-2009] Fan Acct - I went to Rain's office last Monday

Fan Account

Last Monday (January 5th), I arrived at JTune entertainment's office with my son at about 3 o'clock pm. I didn't see Rain, but could see his white van getting washed.

I asked his manager in a car wash, "When will Rain be back to the office today?"
He answered, "He's gone vacationing afternoon about 2 o'clock today."

I was disappointed at the news, nevertheless, I waited for Rain a little more to give him the cookies I had brought with me. I was seated near by his office a long time. I wish I would see him.
Unavoidably, I handed his manager the cookies, asking to deliver it to Rain.

Rain allegedly didn't appear at his office even on Tuesday and Wednesday.
He really seemed to be busy enjoying his vacation.

And I heard that he is due to leave for Japan for his fan meeting about the 11th.


source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu



Credit : Cin / rainlegend

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09 Jan 10 [Chosun] Past Incident of Rain Whipping His High School Teacher Revealed

A past incident was revealed a few days ago when singer Rain (given name Jung Ji-hoon) whipped his teacher with his own teaching cane (or stick) back in high school. Rain's high school acting teacher Mr. Kim (don't know how to translate his full name) participated in the OBS TV program "Unique Performance News" (this is also a rough translation, don't know the actual name of the program). Mr Kim said, "There is a reason why Rain has not forgotten me. At that time there was a small performing group set up with 18 people, but afterwards only 5 were left, and at that time I thought even with this few people I must teach them well, so I used the whip. As long as I was carrying the whip they were able to produce unimaginable results, but I thought I should let them come to realize the truth themselves, so I enable the 5 of them to take turns holding the whip, and each of them hit me 5 times."

Mr. Kim smiled and said, "Besides Rain, the other 4 just put on a show and hit me gently, but Rain used a lot of force hitting me those 5 times, they hurt so much."


Source: chn.chosun.com
Posted by karman1668@RainHK
Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & Saxby

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*** Weee…….. congratulations to RAIN! He really ruled Korea in 2008. Not bad. GO Rain! You made it. It’s nice seeing RAIN up there. So happy for him, people voted for him. He seems to be a general favourite. Hope his US album will be ready soon. Love you, RAIN! :D
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KOREA’S TOP ARTIST OF THE YEAR

1) Dong Bang Shin Ki - 37.7% 392,349 total votes
2) Bi - 33.7%
3) Big Bang - 16.6%
4) Wonder Girls - 3.8%
5) Lee Hyori - 2.4%
6) Kim Jong Kook - 2.3%
7) Son Dam Bi - 1.4%
8) Jewelry - 1%
9) Super Junior - 0.7%
10) Brown Eyed Girls - 0.5%

credit: JK Entertainment News + DBSKnights + tvxq_luv@shinki forums
shared by theurbz203@crunchyroll + yunho-sshi + soompi

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[Jan-12-2009] More than 1,200 Rain fans crowded to Narita airport


The airport was crowded with Rain's local fans by his arrival news.

JTune entertainment, Rain's agency, expressed as, "Rain arrived in Tokyo last 11th night for his Japan fan meeting in commemoration of Asia album sale of Rainism and the local press."
and, "Immediately following his taking off the traveling outfit after his arrival, he rushed into the preparation of his fan meeting." and "More than 1,200 Rain fans who became aware of his arrival too late, crowded in all at the time, the people in the airport were even treated to the odd sight that the airport business was paralyzed for a time.

Meanwhile, Rain'll have 2 fan meetings each, in Tokyo on 12th, in Osaka on 14th.
He also expected to give a performance next to his concert.
Rain'll hold a press conference in Tokyo Okura Hotel, and more than 200 local news reporters were in a state of getting through their applications in coverage.


credit to StarNews/benamoo
Translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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Jan-12-2009]Rain ranked the first as a Korean actor who'll capture the attention of the hollywood this year

A survey of internet netizens has found that Rain ranked the first as an actor who'll capture the attention of the hollywood this year.
Rain was overwhelmingly supposed by the majority of netizens as an actor to win hollywood's heart this year.

Rain's been holding the first place in the poll asking people who will capture the attention of the hollywood in 2009 as a Korean actor. His approval ratings were 53.24% (485votes) (Jang Dong-Geon ranked second as 26.34%)


Rain already made his debut through Speed Racer under Warner Brothers, mainstream studio of the hollywood, not only is even Ninja Assassin WB's film, but also he has exceptionally made its leading role his own, so it was found that there was a high state of expectancy in the netizens.

credit to Sports Hankook
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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090112 [Fan Account] Today he was really relaxed

today he was really relaxed and smiled like a kid.Rainism was very powerful.we could see 2 versions of it.at first fanmeeting no stick version,at second stick version.

as for his fashion,at 1st one he wear white shirt and brown pants.
before he sang 5th album's songs,he change the cloth. that was black 'Rainism'suit.

2nd one,he wore a T-shirt.and after that he wore a gley stripe suit and blue gloves.it was very cool.

at last part he sang instead of goodbye,he wore a six to five food T-shirt.

ah,he changed his hair style. difficult to say it.

credit: SUMI @ rain-asia
source:rain-asia

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*** Oh, someone has fainted? Too bad that the place has no aircon, but wondering why? :cool:



09 Jan 12 [Fan Acct] Tokyo Fan Meeting

Deb's Note: Some parts are direct translations while others are just summaries.

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- The session started off with a big screen with the words "My Story". There was a slide show of pictures of Rain from his younger days until present time, from days of his 1st album to the 5th, ending with the words 12 January 2009 -- New Year Rain's Fan Meeting. The wording of name then smoked up before disappearing. His silhouette could be seen under luminous lighting, and this was followed by the loud screams of the audience, and then he appeared on stage.

The following were some of the questions given to Rain:

Q: Who was the last person you spoke too since yesterday? Aside from work-related phone calls?
R: Nobody called me, I didn't have any personal phone calls.

Q: You like sexy women?
R: Yes.

Q: Do you like the body appearance of sexiness, or the connotation of sexiness?
R: (After thinking for a long time...) The body appearance of sexiness.

Q: Which is the most dissatisfying or most satisfying part of your body?
R: I'm satisfied with everything, there are no parts of me where I'm not satisfied. My thighs used to be thick (big), now that I've lost weight, they are thinner, I'm able to wear more good-looking jeans.

Q: You can see that your fans who are here today are in their 30's, 40's and 50's. What do you think?
R: To me, every person is just like a young girl, everyone harbors the same spirits like that of a young girl's.
(The MC then enabled Rain to present a song to this crowd of 'young girls', he chose "I Do")

Q: Have you had an idol before? Have you met this person ever since you became famous?
R: (He mentioned 2 Korean band members) After I became famous I got to meet one of them, I've even collaborated with one of them before.

Q: You've now released a new album, will you then hold a concert?
R: Should be starting a concert tour in March, if time is tight, then it will most likely start late April.

Specially want to mention that Rain is a very kind-hearted person. At that time because there was no proper air circulation at the meeting site, the temperature was too high, and some people started to faint. Rain saw this, he got very anxious, kept on saying, "I am here wanting to give everyone a good time, not to get all of you sick, you must take care of yourselves, if you don't feel good just call out to the staff, they will take you to a proper place. If you fall sick because of me, I will feel burdensome (or feel responsible)." During the midst of answering questions, he kept bringing up this issue, kept on asking, anyone out there not feeling good? He then saw the same person who had fainted earlier, who had returned after resting. He gave out a sigh of relief and said that it was good to see her, otherwise he'd felt very sorry.

- He changed 3 times throughout the session.
- He was very playful and cute, sat on a chair on stage answering question, kept swinging the chair left and right. He kept playing with his mic too to the point where this fan thought he might have dropped it.
- Total of 7 songs were sung, same songs in both sessions.


Source & Translation: Cloud China
Credit: dada@RainHK
Eng Translation & Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

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09 Jan 12 [Fan Account]Rain sang 7songs in Japan fan meeting of today.

Rain sang 7 songs.
Rainism, I Do, Fresh Woman, Instead of saying good bye, It's Raining, Love Story, and September12. These were written out of turn.
He was real handsome, cute, and all smiles to everybody.
There was an after-talk that the second one had been slightly better than the first fan meeting as expected.


source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@Rain-Eu
Credit: Zarifah@Rain-Cloud

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*** So nice to know that he spent his new year now with his loved-ones & no longer by himself. I hope he’ll have a good 2009. So glad that he spent it happily. :cool:

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[Jan-11-2009] Rain said Happy New Year~~~^__^

December 31st
The last day of year 2008 and is also the last performance in year 2008.
This is the first photo taken in year 2009.

Although I spent 2008 new year by myself, but in 2009 new year, I was at the waiting room in the TV station and spent it with my families. I was also with my fans that have been always supporting me.

It was a very happy new year's day.

Wish everyone a happy new year, hope you are happy and healthly in year 2009.


Translated by Cin
Source: http://new.qzone.qq.com/622000625 (http://new.qzone.qq.com/622000625)

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RAIN’S TOKYO JAPAN FAN MEETING

Korean star Rain (비) met with 6,000 of his fans and 250 members of the Japanese media in Tokyo on 12 January 2009. It was dubbed Rain's New Year Fan Meeting and adopted the theme My Story.

Rain talked about his 5th album, Rainism and expressed that in his latest album, he tried to put more of himself into it by producing the album. Rain also unveiled a new music video, My Girl. The song was made for his fans and he proudly confessed that "my fans will always be there to cheer me up".

Rain also sang the Japanese version of Rainism at the fan meeting and the crowd cheered wildly at his efforts.

Rain will hold another fan meeting in Osaka on the 14th January at the Grand Cube Osaka. Another 5,000 fans will get to see him there!

Source: rain bird@rain-eu.com (bird@rain-eu.com)

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*** I’ve been waiting for this. Enjoyed reading this. I hope there will be a video of this soon. :cool:




[01-12-09] Tokyo Fan Meeting Fan Account (Part 2)

Dear all,
Here is part 2, hope you enjoy part 1 & 2. Thanks for Japan fan (June) again. Wish upcoming Asia Tour "Legend of Rainism" has great success!

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Q4: Who works really hard?
Everybody pointed to one dancer (I did not know his name, the middle one who wore grey hat). Rain told him to show some dance. Then music started, he danced so funny, like someone who did not know how to dance at all. Rain laughed loud till fell down on the floor. All people laughed badly too.
Then Rain said that guy has learned this dance almost 3 years.
MC asked Rain that dance worked so hard, in other words, did he a good dancer?
[Rain is so mean¡&shy;just joking¡&shy;haaa] Rain said that dancer just worked hard, that¡¯s all.
Afterwards, Rain said ¡°This dancer is a person who does not have much sense of belonging, like him. They have similar personality, thus they get along each other¡±


Q5: Who knows the most secret of Rain?
All dancers pointed to Song Gae Hong, the one who sat next to Rain. Song said ¡°He always hang out with Rain in private life, compared with other dancers, he knows more secret about Rain¡±


Q6: Who is the most popular?
Everybody pointed to Rain, even Rain pointed to himself¡&shy;.[so cute]
Then, Rain asked who is the most popular besides of him. Some people pointed to SanTak (team captain), others pointed to Song Gae Hong.
Rain said ¡°Song is the very popular in South Korea. But SanTak is famous in Japan¡±.


At last, Rain sang ¡°Instead of say goodbye¡±. He laughed and screamed loud through the microphone ¡°SanTak¡±. Also, he screamed as girl¡¯s voice ¡°SanTak, I love you¡±
It made SanTak so embarrassed¡&shy;haaaa

The air of the hall did not circulate well, many fans felt uncomfortable. Rain was so nervous. He even passed his bottle of water to that fan. [Rain is so sweet]

About the Six to Five Fashion show & concert in December 2008, Rain realized that many Japanese fans could not enter the concert hall. He explained that fans had been cheated by bad agents. He warned fans be careful and should contact JTune if they had any questions in the ongoing events. Finally, Rain apologized to Japanese fans. He knew they went to Seoul because of him in last December. Therefore, he was planning to organize another Six to Five Fashion show & concert in Japan. [Attention: this is only a plan, not confirmed, okay!]



Credit : nycuckoo / rainlegend

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SIX TO FIVE Online Site

credits to rain-cloud /rainbar/jtune_rain_cafe

SIX TO FIVE Online site will be open on February 16, 2009
http://www.6to5.co.kr (http://www.6to5.co.kr/)

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1,000 Japanese Fans Flock to Airport to See Rain

[ 2009-01-14 ]

1,000 Japanese Fans Flock to Airport to See Rain

Singer Rain (Jeong Ji-hun, 27) flew to Japan Sunday for his first official schedule of the year. He was welcomed by 1,000 Japanese fans at the airport.

He released the Asia edition of his 5th regular album "Rainism" (released in Korea in Oct.) in Japan last Wednesday. He will hold a concert/fan meeting four times during his stay, twice Monday in Tokyo and twice Wednesday in Osaka.

He arrived late Sunday night at Narita International Airport to be greeted by 1,200 fans.

He will hold a press conference Monday morning at Hotel Okura Tokyo before the local media. His management agency J.Tune Entertainment says 200 Japanese reporters will attend the conference.

Upon its release last Wednesday, Rainism placed fifth on the Oricon charts. He will debut his new songs in the Japanese version during his 90 minute long concerts.

Credit : KBS Global / Entertainment News

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09 Jan 14 [The Daily Sun] Rain Identifies Fans As "My Woman"

South Korean "Son of Heaven" Rain held 2 fan meetings the day before yesterday in Tokyo; entertaining 6000 fans and attracting more than 250 media reporters. At the fan meet, Rain broadcast a music video off his new track "My Woman" as a gift to his fans, also thanking them for their support, pointing out that he treats them all as part of his family. He disclosed that he will hold an Asian concert tour this year, and besides promoting his Hollywood movie "Ninja Assassin", he also intends to film a new drama series or a movie.


Source: The Daily Sun (Chinese)
Credit: karman1668@RainHK
Brief Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & Saxby

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09 Jan 14 Rain is not just King of Asia, he is also King of Paralysis?!

Rain has a very busy schedule in Japan, and wherever he goes, he “paralyzes” everything!

When Rain arrived at Tokyo Narita airport at about 9 pm, there were more than 1200 fans waiting for him, paralyzing the waiting hall. Normal operation was interrupted due to this!

On the morning of the press conference, despite it being a national holiday and an early conference time, there were over 70 media companies, 100 Japanese and Korean journalists. People and equipment were crowded together because of the space constraint. Some media peole even took off their shoes and stood directly onto the stage. The interesting thing is, unlike the usual “quiet” Japanese press conference, 80% of the journalists there were female! During the photo shooting session, sweet Korean and Japanese voices could be heard all around. Rain is truly a female killer!

Source: Freedom Times (Chinese)
brief news translate:huhuhu@rain-asia.
Credit: Soompi // sixtofive1982

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*** This is cool! So nice to hear & know about what his thoughts are in love. But he really didn't answer well the 1st question, probably, he's shy. hahaha - His preference in a girl who loves to cook still apply up to now - for sure, he'd want this in a girl since we know how much he loves food. :D

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Some questions in Fan meeting

Credit 日云ひな的blog
Ch Trans by 阿拉蕾与IQ博士 @ rainbar
fr : Le2000 @ rainvietnam
English Trans : Jenny_rainbi @ rainvietnam

Rain Talks About His Love

1.
In mature celebration's Day in South Korea, teenagers will be received perfume, kiss and flowers
Q : When did you feel become an adult ?
R : Uhm, it's time I thought about sex ( OMG )

2.
Q : Have you a girlfriend now ?
R : (Thinking a long) Still not yet. Ah, just a moment ago, I was thinking how to pronounce "not yet" in Japanese. I learnt this word so I don't want to forget.

3.
Q : How is your ideal girlfriend ?
R : Uhm, I would like someone who can cook, a person eats a lots like me, doesn't leave over food and she plays with me. Because I like sports, she'll go in for sport with me. I aslo like a woman who loves traveling.

4.
Q : So 10 years more, what will you doing
R : Ah, in that time, certainly I would be a father (fans in meeting-hall screamed :"What?")
R : Why not ? I'm a man, of course I must be married

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*** Enjoyed reading this fan account. I'm sure in case he has a GF right now, he won't disclose it to protect the girl. About the cellphones, wow, he has plenty - 300? He can't use all of them. For sure, most of them weren't bought by him but some were sponsored & some were given by fans & those people close to him. :D

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090115 [Fan Account]Japan FMT in Osaka (the 2nd one) -

Source: Rの非蛋糕@baidu rain bar

English translation by Rain-Asia

Fan account about the 2nd Osaka fan meeting:

First of all please forgive me that I can't remember many contents of the interview part because Rain's "naughty" actions drew all my attention during the interview.

Rain said: "Thank you for coming and happy new year" to us in Japanese when he came out to the stage. Then he asked: "How is everyone ?" and we all said fine to him. Rain gave the same answer to us when we asked him back this question.

Then Rain sang "It's raining" and "How to avoid the sun". The songs are all the same for four Japan Fan Meetings. After these two songs, then MC and the interpreter came out.

The MC said the questions for four Japan fan meetings were totally different because many Japan clouds attended not only one fan meeting.

The MC asked Rain what he would do when he had time in Japan. Rain said he really didn't have any personal time during this trip in Japan. He mentioned about going to Hakone for hot springs five months ago. He even praised the Japan hot springs in Japanese. Rain then told the MC that he went to have udon yesterday. The MC asked whether Rain liked noodle and Rain answered why the MC got to know it in Japanese. Rain's Japanese is pretty good. They did talked about Miso soup ramen. Rain confirmed that he liked noodles a lot. Rain also mentioned that he only could eat chicken and fruits during shooting film in Germany. He said "chicken" in Japanese. Japan clouds were very nice. When Rain wanted to say something in Japanese but not so sure, they would tell Rain how to say it. Rain would repeat the word once. Rain was so cute !

Here I missed some questions because Rain's "naughty" actions drew all my attention. Rain occupied my whole mind. I couldn't hear anything.

MC: You are such a busy person. You must be good at arranging your time.
Rain: I work very hard at work. When I have time, I watch movies. (I forgot what else Rain would do when he had time.) I also will think about my future. (It seemed that Rain was worring about his future. Obviously, Rain was joking.

MC: What should you do in the future ?
Rain said he did not know frustrately. He was so naughty. We all laughed.

MC helped fans to ask Rain how many cell phones Rain had. Rain answered he did not have any cell phones at ease. When we said we did not believe him, he said he had about 300 cell phones. The MC asked whether Rain would use all of them and Rain said he usually used about 20 cell phones.

The MC said Japanese liked to have phone chains and asked whether Rain's cell phone had phone chains. Rain said his cell phone did not have them. But when Rain showed his cell phone to us, it did have phone chains. Rain then got the cell phone battery from the phone chain and put it into his cell phone. The MC explained that the phone chain was the battery recharger. Rain's cell phone is a black color phone. The MC asked whether Rain's cell phone wallpaper was the concert photo. Rain said it was the cover photo of Rainism.

At the same time, Rain told us that he received a short message. Some fans asked Rain to tell us the content of the message. The MC helped Rain to say no to us. However, you know what happen next? Rain did reply his message at the stage. Hahaha... Rain is so cute !
MC: You said you liked sexy girls in Tokyo, right ? Which part is the most sexiest part of a girl ?
Rain: I like the girl who has long hair and work hard. A girl who has sexy lips is more attractive to me. Japanese clouds react greatly when the MC asked Rain whether he would get married immediately when Rain had girlfriend. Rain answered he would.

MC: Will you tell the public if you have the girlfriend ?
Rain: Absolutely not ! Then Rain explained that it did not matter to him. But he just did not want his girlfriend to be harmed.

MC: How many children you want in the future ?
Rain (without hesitation): As many as possible ! The first baby must be a girl, then a boy, twin boys, twin girls, boy girl twin and girl again !
MC: Total 9 children ?
Rain: As many as possible !
MC: Worry that who really can give birth to so many children.
All Japanese Clouds raised their hands: I can do it, I can do it !
Rain: Besides, I have already planned their future ! My first girl will be a golfer. My second boy will be a soccer player. My third twin boys will be baseball players. My fourth twin girls and boy girl twin will be ... (I forgot because laughing, might be all athletes). My last girl will be a singer.
MC: You want to go to the Olympic Games ?
Rain: Yes. In the future, I want to cook for my children and my wife.

At last, the MC let Rain said something to the Japanese clouds. Rain mentioned about Six to Five. (Same like the other FMTs)



to be continued ...

from:rain-asia

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*** Based from this schedule given in HK, this movie might be released sometime in October, too simultaneously? I hope we could get to know the confirmed date soon. Can't wait to watch this. :cool:

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01.14.09 [MovieSoonHK] "Ninja Assassin" For Possible Oct '09 Release In Hong Kong

WRITE : dsl99a
DATE : 2009-01-14 10:15:34



Deb's Note: Okay, I know we are all anxious to know when the exact release date "Ninja Assassin" is and so far no official confirmation. Here it says the release date in Hong Kong is October '09, so we'll have to wait and see the rest...

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14-Jan-09 [MovieSoonHK] "Ninja Assassin" For Possible October Release In Hong Kong

After the fast submersion of "Speed Racer" at the box office, the Wachowski Brothers took hold of Korean entertainer Rain once again to act a lead role in their movie production "Ninja Assassin"; the post of director is James McTeigue of "V For Vendetta".

To change his body for "Ninja Assassin", Rain had to first accept a succession of physical training. A secret clip from the movie was recently released online to the public, exposing Rain rehearsing with other stunt actors for fighting scenes in the movie, and all critiques were satisfied and were craving for more.

In the movie Rain plays a fatal assassin named Raizo, who was kidnapped and brought up by the secret Ozunu organization; thus becoming accustomed to a world stained by blood. One day Raizo's good friend is assassinated by the Ozunu; leading him to break off from the organization, stepping onto a road of revenge.

"Ninja Assassin" release date in Hong Kong: October 2009


Source: Movie Soon Hong Kong
Link: http://moviesoonhk.com/2009/01/06/ninja-as...e-scenes-video/ (http://moviesoonhk.com/2009/01/06/ninja-assassin-behind-the-scenes-video/)
Credit: rainalice@RainHK
Brief Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & Saxby

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*** So lucky those who were able to receive stuffs from him especially that scarf. I think Japan will be his 1st stop for his Asian Tour this March, in case this date set is final. We could get to see those photos taken by him soon in his official site. I didn’t expect that he could speak Japanese so well without depending on the interpreter. :cool:



Performance part.

After the performance, it was talking part with dancers and Rain. Rain was playing with the yellow finger stick. MC asked who are the most handsome and who know how to dress? The dance team all pointed at Rain. Rain said, I am the youngest in the team so they all made me happy and always direct me. They always asked me to get some water or something.

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Prize drawing part.

The prizes included Rain's autographs, the shoes he wore before, Rain's photo album, CD, gloves and t-shirts that he wore before.
Rain asked the MC if he can give out the yellow finger stick as a gift, everyone screamed and Rain gave it out. Then Rain touched his scarf so one of the girl got draw to receive Rain's scarf (very lucky)
Rain said around March or April will hold concerts in Japan.
Lastly Rain took pictures with everyone and promised to release the pictures on his official site.
Then Rain went to change for performance.
(Rain mostly use Japanese to communicate, he rarely use the interpreter, he spoke Japanese well)


Translated by Cin

Source: Rの非蛋糕@baidu rain bar / karman1668@rainhk // rainlegend

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Jan-15-2009] 10,000 fans' enthusiastic standing ovation

10,000 fans' enthusiastic standing ovation, The slogan of Santoki made quite a splash.

Rain's Japan fan meeting, his first official activity in 2009, was greeted with a packed house.

The fan meeting was held based on "My Story" in Osaka Cube Hall of Japan on the 14th.

Through 2 performances, more than 10,000 fans holding a total of more than 5,000 seats were giving him enthusiastic supports like a standing ovation. Whenever Rain showed his 8 hit songs, they rewarded with overwhelming flood of cheers.

Especially, in Osaka fan meeting, the fans and Rain exchanged the slogan of "Santoki" which he had showed at a domestic broadcasting program last year, and it raised the fans' excitement.

JTune' foreign business team interested expressed, "Rain struggled to speak Japanese well before the fan meeting. Through the effort of him, a bond of sympathy could be formed between the fans and him, and their perfect harmony also seemed to be worked.

Rain is due to leave for home through Incheon airport on the 15th, stay in the country quite a while, and set to prepare for giving shape to his overseas plans.


credit to Daily Economy
Brief trans lation by rain bird @rain-eu

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*** Good that the bodyguard told them that RAIN went out in another exit. :cool:




[Jan-15-2009] Fan Acct - Rain already back to Korea

Rain coming home to Korea after Japan fan meeting

We were waiting for Rain in front of exit A in Incheon airport a good while.

Preparing for taking his picture, we became extreme tense, but a man who looks like Rain's bodyguard came up to us and said,

"What are you doing here? Rain already got out of the airport through exit B".

From what I heard, Rain left Japan in red skinny jean, we really wanted to see his good looks.

It's a great pity that he'd left!


source : Rain gallery
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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*** I think it’s a good thing that RAIN didn’t do anything just for attention. This just shows that he prioritizes his responsibilities. But it’s really nice of Tom Cruise invited RAIN. He should feel glad that an international celebrity would find time to invite him. And it must be hard declining an invitation from a Hollywood star. :)



RAIN SAYS, “THANKS BUT NO THANKS” TO TOM CRUISE

Hollywood Actor Tom Cruise recently pay a visit to Korea to promote his new movie, “Valkyrie”. While in Korea it was reported that he invited Korea's Idol Rain (Bi) to attend the Korean premiere party for the movie.

However Rain declined the invitation due to conflicting schedules.

Many Koreans are disappointed that Rain did not Grasp the opportunity to be around a well know Hollywood Star to help push his name in the US market more. Yet some fans a believed he made the right choice of declining since he and Tom were never close friends and this could possibly just be a publicity stunt.

credits:
seoulbeats (http://www.seoulbeats.com/2009/01/rain-says-thanks-but-no-thanks-to-tom-cruise/)

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*** I think RAIN will be a good boss to work for in the entertainment circle. :D



RAIN TRIES TO EMULATE PARK JIN YOUNG AS A PRODUCER
Not content with just singing and dancing on stage, Rain is now moving up a level and trying his hand at becoming a producer, probably trying to emulate his mentor/former, Park Jin Young who is doing a mighty fine job with JYP Entertainment. In the earlier part of 2009, Rain will be unveiling one of his trainees on the music scene and begin his music production activities.

Rain revealed in a recent interview that the female singer that he is debuting is under the age of 20. The debut single has already been decided, with Rain not only involved in the song composition but also cheoreographing the dance movements. He expressed, “The debut single and dance are all completed. The rest is up to her own effort. The time for her debut will be when she has completely mastered the song and dance, and making it her own.”

Since J.Tune Entertainment was established in September 2007 by Rain, outstanding performers who had cleared the company’s auditions were signed up. Besides the female singer who will be debuting soon, there were 2 other groups that was singled out by Rain. The 2 groups are a 3-member female hip-hop group and a 5-member male group. If everything goes well, the female singer plus the 2 groups could all be making their debut in 2009.

Rain returned to Korea on 15th after ending his Japanese promotions and is now busy preparing for his Asia concert tour and his singers debut.

source: coolsmurf (http://coolsmurf.wordpress.com/2009/01/17/rain-tries-to-emulate-park-jin-young-as-a-producer/)

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*** Wondering if he shopped early in the morning? ;)






[Jan-19-2009] Fan Acct - Saw Rain near Galleria dept. store

Fan Account

This morning, I saw Rain near Galleria department store in Apkujeongdong street

I still tremble at the thought of it.
This morning, I went to Galleria department store to exchange the goods I had received as a present, and saw Rain standing near the building with his manager and coordinator.
What has brought him there so early in the morning?
I did not even get his autograph with astonishment.
His unapproachable aura was strongly impressed on my memory.
As soon as I saw him, he went off straight in his car.


source : benamoo/Rain Gallery.
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

[docirene]

i was able to buy a copy of RAINISM cd at odyssey, sm megamall, last friday. ang ganda ganda tlaga.

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i was able to buy a copy of RAINISM cd at odyssey, sm megamall, last friday. ang ganda ganda tlaga.

Hi docirene - me, too - last Saturday. Enjoyed listening to the CD. :cool:

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*** Honestly, RAIN & SHK are just irreplaceable. I wonder who they would cast. I believe that normally, sequels don’t surpass the original. But this is exciting although I love the 1st one. I really enjoyed watching FH back then. But both are busy with their own respective careers especially RAIN. But they’re awesome together. I think this sequel will be a different story altogether because this won’t be the same without RAIN & SHK. :cool:

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FULLHOUSE SEQUEL MAY GET OVERSEAS ACTORS



Hanfever (http://www.hanfever.com/2009/01/19/full-house-sequel-may-get-overseas-actors/)

Popular Korean TV drama “Full House” which swiped Asia back in 2004, casting Song Hye Kyo and Rain, will be getting a sequel. However this time round, aside from Korean actors, overseas actors will also be participating in this sequel, said the production company.

The representative from the production company of “Full House” expressed on the 19th: “Apart from Korean stars, we are also in discussions on whether to invite popular Asian stars outside South Korea to play the leading role in the drama. Currently, we have received requests from companies in Taiwan and Thailand for collaboration in this upcoming production. This sequel has garnered the attention of overseas companies since the pre-production stage and we won’t insist the leading roles to be played by Korean stars as well.”

He continued: “Since the original drama has enjoyed a wide fanbase across Asia, we are also exploring the possibility of inviting Hong Kong or Japanese stars to act in the drama. If realized, the sequel will have a much stronger cast than original series.”

Planned for 20 episodes, the team is now at the stage of completing the scripts for the sequel.

[docirene]

Hi docirene - me, too - last Saturday. Enjoyed listening to the CD. :cool:

i immediately uploaded this to my iPod so it would be convenient to listen to rain anytime, anywhere;)

were you able to ask for the poster? i forgot to. pero ok lang.

[docirene]

*** Honestly, RAIN & SHK are just irreplaceable. I wonder who they would cast. I believe that normally, sequels don’t surpass the original. But this is exciting although I love the 1st one. I really enjoyed watching FH back then. But both are busy with their own respective careers especially RAIN. But they’re awesome together. I think this sequel will be a different story altogether because this won’t be the same without RAIN & SHK. :cool:



most certainly. FH will never be the same again without the original cast, most esp. BiKyo.

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i immediately uploaded this to my iPod so it would be convenient to listen to rain anytime, anywhere;)

were you able to ask for the poster? i forgot to. pero ok lang.

Hi docirene - me, I'm about to upload it anytime. According to the sales clerk, they ran-out of stock of the poster & they're still requesting it. So, ok lang din sa akin. :D

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*** He’s so popular everywhere & I’m so happy for him. This is great news again. He’s awesome! :cool:



Jan-20-2009]Rain is showering [V] with his talent as this month's Chosen One.


Showering his greatness upon the world is Korean pop sensation, Rain. A cross-cultural icon, Time magazine named him one of 2007’s “Most Influential People in the World” while People magazine included him in its “Most Beautiful People” issue. Rain is one of the few artists to generate just as much buzz in Asia as he does in Western markets.

With the launch of his latest album, Rainism, Rain is thundering back. With Rain flooding the airwaves, the chart-topping icon is [V]’s Chosen One for the month.

In this tell-all chat, the Korean idol opens up about his new album and upcoming projects.

Q: You recently released your fifth album, Rainism. What can you tell us about it?

RAIN: Rainism was released two years after my last album, Rain’s World. On this album, I explore many different genres of music with songs like ‘Rainism,’ ‘Love Story,’ and ‘Fresh Woman.’ I hope people will enjoy it!

Q: Why did you take so long to release this album?

Rain: For the past two years, I was shooting movies such as Ninja Assassin and Speed Racer [directed by The Matrix’s Wachowski Brothers]. So I haven't been around much since I was abroad. Now I'm going to focus on my career as a singer.

What was your main goal in making this album?

Rain: Above all, I wanted to make cheerful songs. In terms of choreography, I tried to make the performances full of fun. When you watch songs from Rainism through my music videos or my performances, you'll have a much better idea of what went into making this album. I'm sure you’ll enjoy it.

Q: The hit single, ‘Love Story,’ has a very dramatic storyline. Can you tell us about this song?

Rain:‘Love Story’ is my personal love story. The melody is familiar and easy to listen to. It’s the kind of song that you can sing along to as well. The music video for ‘Love Story’ is a hot topic these days.

Q: Why is that?

Rain: It's mainly because the famous Korean actress, Ha Ji-won, who plays the leading lady, draws a lot of attention. I’m so glad that she was part of this music video. She was great to work with. The total length was originally 45 minutes. But you can see the final shorter version on CHANNEL [V] now.

Q: We've heard that you're preparing for the Rainism Tour. Where will you be touring and what can we expect?

Rain: The title of the tour is ‘The Legend of Rainism.’ I will tour all over Asia starting with Korea next March. Then I will go to all the major Asian cities. Watch out for it in your city. It'll be great!

Q: In Ninja Assassin, you play ‘one of the world’s deadliest assassins.’ Tell us about the film.

Rain: It was amazing working with the Wachowski Brothers again [directors of the Matrix films and Speed Racer]. You'll experience a whole new dimension of action scenes. The interesting thing about it was that we used Chinese martial arts like Kung Fu because the stunt people trained with Jet Li and Jackie Chan. You'll see a lot of cool action sequences. It’s a lot of fun and it's going to be released this summer [in July].

Q: What are your New Year's resolutions for 2009?

Rain: In 2009, I'd like to see many new talents emerge from my company. I'm personally training some of them now. When these new artists come out, please show them your love. Ninja Assassin will also be released this year so I hope it'll be successful worldwide. If you guys enjoy the movie, spread the word! And my new album will come out in August, which is around the same time as Ninja Assassin’s release. The new album is a big project so I’m really looking forward to it.

Q: Any last words for your Asian fans?

Rain: Hi, guys! I love you all, thank you for your support and best wishes, everyone!


Watch Rain storm his way back on the charts with the debut of his new video, Love Story. Fans can get more on their idol with the [V] special on Sunday, January 25 at 7 pm HK/SIN, 8 pm MAL.

credit: rain bird @ rain-eu

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09 Jan 21 Rain Might Appear On Cambodia TV And Concert This Spring

Rain is going over whether to appear at a great concert which will be held in Cambodia in the first of this year.

A famous agency in the country and Cambodia public TV are jointly pushing Rain’s great Cambodia TV concert, if Rain’ll attend it, 5~6 Korean teams are expected to go along with him.

Rain hopes that this concert would substantially be a way to help the needy in Cambodia, thus, the agency and Cambodia TV broadcasting station are planning a concert, which is actually of help to them, from various angles.

Rain’s reputation as an actor from “Full House” and as a singer who has emerged as a world star, is already well known in Cambodia.

(The information by Cambodia Concert Promotion Committee)


source : benamoo/forrain
Credit: rain-bird@rain-eu // sixtofive1982

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*** He surely deserves the top spot. :)



Rain gained the top ranking as a Korean Wave star who seems to be put at the top of pay scale

In a poll of 13,556 netizens conducted by dcinside site, 33,2%(4,501votes) said that they selected Rain had seemed to be put at the top of Korean Wave star's pay scale.


credit to : dcinside
Brief translation by rain bird

[docirene]

Hi docirene - me, I'm about to upload it anytime. According to the sales clerk, they ran-out of stock of the poster & they're still requesting it. So, ok lang din sa akin. :D

ok na din lang for me cuz my husband doesnt allow anyone in the house to put up posters of any kind. nakakasira daw sa linis ng wall.:p what is most impt. is the cd itself.:)

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*** Ohlalala , she’s so sweet & nice to say this to RAIN. I like her. They’ve been very good friends ever since. Too bad, I would have seen their performance again. Hope Hyori is ok now. RAIN as usual gave a great performance especially that pouring part. :cool:



09 Jan 22 [Newsen] Lee Hyori: "I'm Sorry Towards Rain For Overworking & Fainting Last Year"
Due to overworking at the end of last year and fainting as the result of that, singer Lee Hyori is apologetic towards Rain the most.

In the Jan 21st airing of an SBS TV program (Deb's note: name of which I don't know), she said, "At the end of the last year I fainted unexpectedly, so I spent New Year's at the hospital." "At the hospital I was watching TV and I felt, 'I should be there right now...', I regretted not being able to attend (the show)."

LHR also said, "After my disappearance I felt really sorry towards Rain." "In actuality I was supposed to appear during the climactic part of being drenched by water. It would have been pretty cool if everyone saw that performance, but I felt so sorry seeing Rain being drenched on his own."

"The icy cold water drenching on Rain evaporated off his body into hot mist." "When I saw that, I felt like I was being drenched myself."


Source: Newsen
Kor to Chi Translation: Cloud China
Credit: dada@RainHK
Eng Translation & edited by dsl99a@Rain-USA & Saxby

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RAIN SCHEDULE

Aug - release new World Album
Jul / Aug - premiere / cinema release Ninja Assassin
Api - Debut new female singer (J. Tune Entertainment)
--> I think Press Conference and some TV Shows with Rain and his female singer
Mar - May - Asia Concert Tour "Legend of Rainism"
16 Feb - Six to Five online shop will open www.6to5.co.kr
Feb - USA (preparation World Album)
Jan - Aprl - preparation debut for his new female singer
Jan - Australia for CM Shooting with Jong Dong Geon

credit: Phoenix - RAIN Germany

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*** I hope there will be a set date for the release of this movie soon so all fans won’t be confused. Such suspense about this movie, huh? :cool:




Some recent info about Ninja Assasin release date

Korean news (01/21)saying NA will be relseased in Sep,2009
http://news.hankooki.com/lpage/s ... 012107152491990.htm (http://news.hankooki.com/lpage/sports/200901/h2009012107152491990.htm)

HK info (01/06)saying NA will be released in HK in Oct,2009
http://moviesoonhk.com/2009/01/0 ... d-the-scenes-video/ (http://moviesoonhk.com/2009/01/06/ninja-assassin-behind-the-scenes-video/)

TW info (01/11) saying NA will be released in TW on 10/09/2009
http://www.eyny.com/redirect.php?tid=2386934&goto=lastpost (http://www.eyny.com/redirect.php?tid=2386934&goto=lastpost)

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*** This is cool. It’s the power of RAIN! He rocks! :cool:




[Jan-22-2009] Rain got top ranking in SBS 's Ascetic on your knee Rating

Rain took the top ranking of Best 'Top 10' as a guest in SBS's "Ascetic, on your knee" rating

Rain took the top ranking as a guest who had gained a large audience in past SBS's "Ascetic, on your knee" program.

SBS's "Ascetic, on your knee" which Rain had appeared on October22 last year, had the highest view audience as 24.5%.


source : Best Dresser
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

[docirene]

http://www.cloudphilippines.com/posts/rainism-event.jpg

from rizzaritz of Cloud Phils. (CP)

for more details, click the link:
http://www.cloudphilippines.com/for...&st=0&sk=t&sd=a (http://www.cloudphilippines.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1905&st=0&sk=t&sd=a)

[tarong]

Anyeong Biers!!!

sa Jul/Aug pa pala ang release ng Ninja Assassin, kala ko sa MAY na, anyway, bilis naman ng araw, excited na ko.

Grabe super busy nya, sinulit nya talaga yung comeback nya sa korea.

Fullhouse sequel? hayyyy namiss ko tuloy bigla ang Fullhouse, kung pwede lang sana sila na lang ulit, sayang lang at napaimposible sa ngayon. marathon na lang ulit ako nito.

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Anyeong Biers!!!

sa Jul/Aug pa pala ang release ng Ninja Assassin, kala ko sa MAY na, anyway, bilis naman ng araw, excited na ko.

Grabe super busy nya, sinulit nya talaga yung comeback nya sa korea.

Fullhouse sequel? hayyyy namiss ko tuloy bigla ang Fullhouse, kung pwede lang sana sila na lang ulit, sayang lang at napaimposible sa ngayon. marathon na lang ulit ako nito.

Hi tarong - wala pang definite date/schedule talaga ang release ng NA. There are news that came out in a US mag that it would be released there on June. We'll just wait & see. :D

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*** Having drinks with friends at the Opera Bar………. very typical of him when he has time. He’s a lucky fan in case he’s really indeed RAIN. :cool:

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09 Jan 23 [Fan Acct] Fan Saw Rain In Australia

I think i saw him at opera bar last nite. was havin drinks with a few frens, and he was like standin opposite me drinkin with his frens, the black shirt guy in the pictures above was there with him.

–wasnt sure at that point. thought to myself he looked like Rain. he was wearing vertical stripes red-white colar shirt. tall and shy lookin fella sippin his drink at the rail bar. saw his fren then (the black shirt guy), thought he was good looking, (no offense )

from caramelcrush@soompi // sixtofive1982

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*** Can’t wait to see his movie soon. I hope he’ll be known more globally through this film. :cool:

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[Jan 25-2009] Rain’ll watch for a chance as a world star beyond Asia.


Only Rain part :

Following Speed Racer in 2008, Ninja Assassin is expected to be released in 2009.
Rain is the first Korean actor to star in the hollywood major movie through Ninja Assassin.

In the movie Rain plays a fatal assassin named Raizo, and he is due to show his strong acting.
Ninja Assassin is ranked very high as a film which Rain can pride himself on his attraction,

Even if he compares with any Westerners in his good figure, he is next to none, for his six-pack body which was trained by movie 300’s team is nearly perfect.

Entertainment Weekly, American entertainment journal, rates a positive value on it that Rain’s action is the point of the movie.

credit to Newsen
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu // jinijung@soompi

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*** He’s really extremely tall. He’s that sexy & attractive when you look at him because of his height – tall, slender & firmly-packed. Gosh, I love the body, I love the man! 6”4, oh I though all along he’s only 6’2. :cool:


Jan 25-2009] The tall attractive stars who are over 6 feet, are taking an important position in the song world and home theater.


Only Rain part :

Rain is representatively a tall star in the showbiz.
He shows off his overwhelming charisma on the stage with 6.4 feet in height.
He's broken down walls of prejudice that a tall man would be more awkward,
and he is already positioning himself as the leader among sexy stars.

credit to Osen
Brief translation by rain bird

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*** He tried to be with his family & loved-ones during this Lunar New Year. Can’t wait to see his new CF with JDG. Hmmm…. same clothes, huh?…………. :)


09 Jan 24 [Fan Acct] Rain Just Returned To Korea From Australia

I heard Rain just returned to the country from Australia.

He allegedly put on the same clothes in entering into the country as he did in leaving the country,
and he seemed to be in a good mood today.

It is lucky for him to be able to spend the Lunar New Year holiday with his family.

source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @ rain-eu // soompi // sixtofive1982

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*** OMG – can’t wait for this any longer. 50 –min, just for an MV, gosh, RAIN is always awesome! And this is already the full MV, which we’re waiting for so long since November last year. It looks somewhat dramatic? It’s a 50-min to see RAIN on-screen. :)


RAIN & HA JI WON’S FULL LOVE STORY
Rain’s edited “Love Story” MV starring “Hwang Jin Yi” actress Ha Ji Won is finally going to have a proper ending after all.

J. Tune Entertainment is releasing another repackaged album of “Rainism”, and in it will contain the full 50 minute “Love Story” MV. Rain is also planning to transform his epic music melodrama into a theatrical play.

source: seoulbeats (http://www.seoulbeats.com/2009/01/rain-and-ha-ji-wons-full-love-story/)

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*** Whooo hooo…….. I’m excited for this movie. I hope June will be a definite date already. The anticipation is driving me crazy. :)



Ninja Assassin will be released in US on 06/01/2009

Seems Ninja Assassin will be released in US on 06/01/2009!

http://www.fandango.com/ninjaassassin_117033/movieoverview?date= (http://www.fandango.com/ninjaassassin_117033/movieoverview?date=)

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Jan-23-2009]Rain's New Year wish, who was selected as one of "The Biggest Star9 by stoo.com"


Rain who returned with his tangible achievement last year that a role on Speed Racer had brought him north of the border, plans to get a foothold of takeoff with Ninja Assassin and release his American debut album this year.

Rain who is now at the height of shooting CM with Jang Dong-Geon in Australia, sent a New Year greeting message to readers.

"Hi.. How are you everyone.. I am Rain...Happy New Year!
I hope that you'll enjoy this Lunar New Year's Day holidays with family.
I'm going to make many plans and try to work hard even in 2009.
Please support and love me more.
And I wish you to realize your desire and to be happy and healthy this year."



credit to stoo.com
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** GO RAIN & Se7en! :cool:

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2008 STAR MUSIC INDUSTRY, ADVANCING TO OVERSEAS MARKET OUTSIDE THE GROUNDS CONFRONTATION

Last year the countries' top stars are abundantly active. In 2009, targeting overseas markets, the competitional face-off is still on outside their hometown. BoA and SE7EN declared their United States tour, while TVXQ, Wonder Girls and Big Bang, bands which was active in domestic last year, are turning their eyes towards the US and Japan overseas market invasion as their plans.

(skipped unrelated..)

Active last year, world star Rain will also be debuting with an album in the United States, and is determined to make it as a singer there.

In addition to the U.S. debut in October last year, Se7en will also be attacking the world market for the first half of the year.

Source: hero@mydaily.co.kr (http://hero@mydaily.co.kr),mydaily (http://www.mydaily.co.kr/news/read.html?newsid=200901231911481134&ext=na)
Trans: fangirlmitz (http://fangirlmitz.blogspot.com/)

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*** Hahaha – so funny the video of this. Everybody was screaming, enjoying this. I also enjoyed watching this parody. :cool:

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[Jan-27-2009]Rainism parody, it was a tremendous popularity


Seo Kyung-Seock, a famous gagman, appeared on MBC's "Let me introduce the star's friend" program broadcasted on the 24th with his friend, Lee Yun-Seock, and set the audience in a roar, showing comic version Rainism song with wearing its stage costume which he had received as a gift from Rain at firsthand.


credit to Money Today/Newsen
Brief translation by rain bird@Rain-eu
credit: Zarifah / rain-cloud-cafe
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[Jan-27-2009]Rainism parody-Kim Shin Young's Gluttonyism



ShinYoungism is born..



I've eaten a meal, I've eaten a dessert again.
I've eaten anything, I've eaten openly.
I've eaten out of sight, I've eaten madly.
I've eaten, even if I'm full.
I've eaten incessantly.


I've felt a sense of hunger afer eating up all.
Would you like something to drink?
I feel my gluttonyism, no matter how I try to diet.
I'm a gluttonyism, gluttonyism.
I've eaten up all.
Yo-yo state comes again.
I can't get out of fatness.


I've eaten a meal, I've eaten a dessert again.
I've eaten anything, I've eaten openly.
I've eaten out of sight, I've eaten madly.
I've eaten, even if I'm full.
I've eaten incessantly.


A cheese stick spinning in my thrilling mouth.
I can't swallow because of choking over it.
I oder some drinks, milkshake!
I'm a gluttonyism, gluttonyism.
I've indulged in the gluttonyism.
Yo-yo state comes again.
I can't get out of fatness.


I've felt a meal.
I've ate again because I was hung up.
Feel my feeling satisfied!
Give me a meal, give me it again, give me it carelessly!

Yo!
Are you eating now?
There we are (She eats her stick)
I'm hungry.
Give me a meal, give me it again!

Put your hands up!
Put your bread up!
Did you cut open the bag with the bread?

source : benamoo
Translation by rain bird@Rain-Eu

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RAINISM
(English version)


I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad bad boy
I'm gonna be a bad bad boy
I'm gonna be a bad boy

I'm creeping in your system
How do you feel, make some noise
I'm gonna keep you body moving
Stop acting like you have a choice

I make it rainism the rainism
Now let it take over your soul
We gonna get crazy now, yes crazy now
Gotta let your body lose control

I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad boy
I’m gonna be a bad bad boy
I'm gonna be a bad bad boy
I'm gonna be a bad boy

See I'm about to change positions
come and take my magic stick
Gonna take you for a ride
Guaranteed to make your body shake

I make it rainism, the rainism
Now let it take over your soul
We gonna get crazy now, yes crazy now
Gotta let your body lose control

Bring it down

It's time to get down

I make it rainism, the rainism
Now let it take over your soul
We gonna get crazy now, yes crazy now
Gotta let your body lose control

I make it rainism, the rainism
Now let it take over your soul
We gonna get crazy now, yes crazy now
Gotta let your body lose control

Rain, Yo,
JL Yo,
C-Love yo,
Bring the beat back

Put your hands up
This is JT camp

Credit: cecilia ll sexybi

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*** So happy to know that RAIN finds time to spend this holiday with his family. I hope he got the rest he needed. :cool:

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TVXQ HAS NO LUNAR NEW YEAR HOLIDAY, RAIN HAS REUNION WITH FATHER

TVXQ has no holiday, Rain has reunion with father

According to a Taiwanese Newspaper, while snow is falling over Korea and everyone is busy celebrating Lunar New Year, idol groups TVXQ and SS501 have no breaks and are busy performing in Japan. Rain, on the other hand, flew back to Korea from Australia to have reunion dinner with his father after completing his CF shooting.

Currently, TVXQ's 25th Japanese single "Bolero" has topped the Japanese charts and they are busy promoting the single. They have also apologized to their family for not being able to celebrate Lunar New Year with them.

Rain flew back to be with his family and to do promotion activities for his concert shortly after finishing filming in Australia.

Takeout with full credits.
Source: kwongwah.com.my
Translations by: Banana-chan@xietinloveshero
Shared: fangirlmitz (http://fangirlmitz.blogspot.com/)

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*** Great news indeed! :cool:




Countdown to 2009: Next Year's 10 Most Wanted Movies

http://www.examiner.com/x-488-Mo ... nted-Movies--Part-I (http://www.examiner.com/x-488-Movie-Examiner~y2008m12d30-Countdown-to-2009-Next-Years-10-Most-Wanted-Movies--Part-I)

10) Ninja Assassin/TBA 2009- This is a Wachowski film in production credit only. It's being helmed by Mr. James McTiegue, the guy that brought us V for Vendetta. Sure I felt that V was hardcore persecution porn for the left-leaning politicos of our society - I'm sure Jenine Gerafalo had to wring out her granny panties when the flick concluded - but it was a very kick-*** persecution fantasy.

Ninja Assassin however looks positively delicious for those that enjoy a healthy diet of bloody Hong Kong cinema. A modern day Ninja, Raizo, hunts down and battles his own ruthless Ninjitsu clan, to save a girl, (Naomi Harris) in the streets and tenements of present day Europe.

Count me in.

credits to DC / Benamoo

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*** Wow, in case I’ll visit Korea & this is already operational, I surely would go there everyday & have coffee.- hahaha – Who knows I might have luck, good chance to see him again. :cool:



RAIN WILL SERVE COFFEE
Rain (Bi) will start serving coffee soon.

Last year in August, Rain purchased a two story building (1024m sq) in Seoul that cost 15,000,000,000 won, or a little less than 11 million dollars. At the time Rain was said to have been planning on using it to run his own entertainment company, but guess not. He’ll be turning it into a “Rain café”.

The renovation and interior designs of the café will cost about 2,000,000,000 won, or 1.5 million dollars. Rain is conducting this business separately from his entertainment company, but his rep stated that Rain has always wanted to open a “luxury café”. Now his dream (or one of his many dreams) is about to come true. Rain has already used his fame(?) to launch his own clothing line, Six to Five.

allkpop (http://www.allkpop.com/index.php/full_story/rain_will_serve_coffee/)

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*** Oh, great news again. He deserves it. :)

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[Jan-29-2008]Rain took the top ranking week on [V]channel chart this week again

[Jan-29-2008]Rain took the top ranking week on [V]channel chart this week as well as last week

Rain took the top ranking on [V]channel chart, which puts the whole of Asia including the Middle East and India together, this week as well as last week.


http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/368.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/368.htm)

credit to rain bird@ rain-eu

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*** So nice to know that he’s doing this while he has time at present. I know he always finds time to be with his friends when his time allows. :cool:



09 Jan 30 Rain's Human Relations Are Showing Recovery Again; Meeting One-on-One With His Acquaintances

Rain is being restored to his human relations for a long time.

After his Rainism activity at the end of the last year, Rain has the release of Ninja Assassin ahead.

He is allegedly meeting his acquaintances, who have been estranged from him, in his space moment, even when he trains his trainees who will be produced by JTune entertainment.

Rain ever confessed that he had wanted to give up shooting because of his loneliness during his stay in Berlin.

Even after his shooting, he also has not met his close friends owing to his activity as a singer, but he is allegedly unburdening himself while he meets his friends one by one.

credit to Daily Hankook
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu // reposted by jinijung@soompi // sixtofive1982

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*** I definitely agree with this - JDG is really handsome. In the sexiest body, I’d definitely put SSH higher. Where’s Se7en in the list – what’s up with you guys? He’s sexy in my book. KSW isn’t on the top 10? He’s dashing. I totally don’t agree with that. I love RAIN, he’s HOT! :cool:



02.01.09 Rain gained the top ranking as a knockout-body star.

A recent poll of 15,222 people older than age 12 throughout the country, by “KBS Broadcasting Culture Research Institute” at the request of “KBS Entertainment News”, has found that Rain took the top ranking as a knockout-body star, and the 3rd ranking as a handsome star.

credit to Mydaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu // soompi

[more news]

Eng Trans

“KBS Entertainment News” broadcasted on January 31-Research period : January7~9, 2009

The best handsome male stars’ ranking

The 1st ranking : Jang Dong-Geon
The 2nd ranking : Jo In-Seong

The 3rd ranking: Rain : 1,306 of the 15,085 surveyed people as 8.7%
Rain is the star who is being portrayed as terribly lovable through his own cute and manly attraction.

4. Bae Yong-Joon
5. Song Seng-Heon
6. Won Bin
7. Jeong Woo-Seong
8. Hyun Bin
9. So Ji-Seop
10. Lee Byung-Heon

The best knockout-body male stars’ ranking

The 1st ranking : Rain : 3,335 of 15,067 surveyed people as 22.1%
Rain :”I would liefer take off my jacket on time than dance 100 times.” in an interview.
Rain built up the muscular body of ‘body fat 0%’ during filming Ninja Assassin.

The 2nd ranking : Kwon Sang-Woo
The 3rd ranking : Cha Seung-Won
4. Song Seung-Heon
5. So Ji-Seop
6. Jo In-Seong
7. Jang Dong-Geon
8. Bae Yong-Joon
9. Lee Jeong-Jae
10. Jeong Woo-Seong

credit to Mydaily/benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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*** Swollen face, wondering why? :cool:



01.31.09 Fan Acct - Fan saw Rain again

Yesterday there were fans saw Rain, he came at 7pm, didn’t seem to have very good mood, his face was a bit swollen. 11pm, heard he was singing, some dancers came down to buy soymilk.

Rain came out around 12am midnight, autographed for fans and shook hands, because some fans held Rain’s hand very tight while shaking so Rain had to let go of his hands very quick.

He chatted with dancers a little awhile. Then he rode his motorcycle and left the place.

credits to DC / 爱雨625 @ baidu rain bar
Chi to Eng translation by Cin @ rain legend // jinijung@soompi

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*** Congratulations to RAIN! I’m not surprised he got this. Whoaaa……. This sounds really exciting. So happy for him. He’s really good so for sure he’ll get the attention. He has much made a name in Asia. He definitely deserves to be on the list. :cool:



02.01.09 The total 5 teams including Rain are due to be appointed to the Goodwill Ambassadors of Korea popular music globalization.

The rest of the teams are Dongbangsinki, Big Bang, Girls’ Generation, Wonder Girls.
An officer interested the Culture Ministry expressed as, “We’ll make Lee’s Administration’s hand about the music industry and encourage Korea music globalization.”

The Culture Ministry is due to announce the music industry’s New Year & medium plans, in SM entertainment’s song practice hall, next February 4.

credit to Edaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu// reposted by jinijung@soompi

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02.01.09 [fan acct] I really watched Rain’s documentary on Discovery channel yesterday.

Here is New Zealand.
Some years ago, I immigrated to this country from Korea.

I really watched Rain’s documentary on Discovery channel yesterday.(January 31)
Besides, it was on air on Saturday at 7:30 pm, most-watched time zone.
Rain’s talk part was subtitled in English.
The content was about his suffering from poverty in his childhood, his story that it required blood, sweat, and tears to succeed, and etc.

Yes, I know everything, but it was so touching again.
Wow! even Rainism music video was being broadcasted, and the rest of songs included in his 5th album equally seemed to be broadcasted.

I would hardly keep from tears because it was very impressive.
This program is to be broadcasted tomorrow.
I’ll surely watch it again!

source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu // soompi

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*** Wondering why broadcast this only on selected countries? Not really so happy about this. :cool:



09 Jan 31 Rain Gets Spotlight On Discovery Channel

By Hwang Sung-hee
Korea Times Intern

Korean top star Rain will appear on Discovery, the world-renowned cable channel, J.Tune Entertainment announced Friday.

Documentary “Hip Korea” will focus on Korea’s pop culture and introduce the singer as its front runner. His agency stated that the documentary is to air in various countries from Jan 31, starting first in Australia and New Zealand and then Asia.

The Hip Korea crew filmed the star for six months, and the documentary reveals his down-to-earth lifestyle, including clips of Rain casually conversing with his close friend, entertainer Kim Jae-dong about his innermost feelings over a drink and reminiscing his departed mother at her crypt.

The documentary has interviews with stars who have worked with the singer in the past, including Steven Colbert, who had a dance battle with the star on his show “The Colbert Report,” and actress Susan Sarandon, who co-starred with Rain in the movie “Speed Racer.”

“Hip Korea” is to air in all regions in Asia, including Korea, on Feb. 23.


Source: Korea Times
Credit: rain-bird@rain-eu // sixtofive1982

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*** Wow, this is so soon. And so happy to know that many shops will be opened soon, too. :cool:



09.01.30 The teaser of 'Six to Five' on-line shopping mall is opened.

http://6to5.co.kr/ (http://6to5.co.kr/)

'Six to Five', stylish traditional casual brand, is due to open its on-line shopping mall on February 25, following the launching show last December23.

Rain bear hood T and Rain bear T shirts are restrictively expected to be sold as an event in remembrance of the on-line shopping mall opening.

And, not only will the basic goods be shown on Six to Five site, but specially Rain Line will also be constructed and be shown in Style Guide section of the site.

Six to Five which had received the spotlight through the new idea launching show combined a fashion show with a concert, closed provisional contracts with 10 off-line road shops and is expected to open more than 20 shops, Sinsege & Lotte department stores including road shops located in Jeonjoo, Cheonjoo, and Daegoo, and etc, throughout the country until March.


source : forrain
Brief translation by rain bird @ rain-eu
Credit: Rain-Cloud

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*** OMG – I hope that would happen soon. :cool:



WILL RAIN RETURN TO DRAMA AFTER 4 YEARS?
The possibility of Rain’s comeback to drama acting is growing. Perhaps even in the second half of this year.

A close source said, “Rain was going to be in a local drama last year, but it didn’t fit his schedule and so it was delayed. This year he’s likely to make his comeback in a drama.”

Rain’s last acting work in Korea was in 2006 with the movie “I’m a Cyborg, but It’s OK,” directed by Park Chan Wook. His last drama was four years ago in 2005 with the KBS 2TV drama “A Love To Kill.”

Writer Lee Kyung Hee, who worked on “A Love To Kill,” mentioned that he would work with Rain in his acting comeback last year, but it was delayed. “It’s yet to be determined,” he said.

Rain will consider domestic proposals for his next drama, and review scripts carefully.

This summer, his second Hollywood movie, “Ninja Assassin,” will be released.

source: seoulfull (http://seoulfull.wordpress.com/2009/01/30/will-rain-return-to-drama-after-4-years/)
credit: Newsen

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*** Ye, this is for security reasons….. :cool:



TOP STARS’ INSURANCE FOR CONCERTS
Big Bang's management has registered a 153 billion won's worth of insurance just in case of an accident. It's for the the safety of the crowd as well as other accidents that might happen. They also will have a total of 200 securities at the scene as well as three ambulance cars. Big Bang members', who have fallen off stages before, are doing a routinely check so it doesn't happen again.

Ever since concerts' scales have been getting bigger, so have the accident scales. And there are an addition of top artists who are registering insurance for the safety of their fans.

DBSK registered a 40 billion won insurance for first concert back in 2006, and World Star Rain has also registered a 100 billion won for his Tokyo Dome Concert.

source: xietinloveshero (http://xietinloveshero.blogspot.com/2009/01/news-top-stars-insurance-for-concerts.html)
credit: SBS News
translated by: 애기샤☆ @TVXQaustralia

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*** Oh, he's starting practicing already for the upcoming concerts. I hope he'll just take it easy........ :)

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[Feb-02-2009]<Notice>from www.rain-cloud.


We would like to ask that you kindly try not to visit Rain's dance practice room, for Rain who goes into training for the concert.

To prevent the concert spoiler and to ease Rain's mind, who is under stress due to the advance reparation of his concert, please put up your visit, even though you guys miss him much.


credit to : http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c...t=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=146&board_id=noitce&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Brief translation by rain bird // reposted sixtofive1982

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Sangdoo, ALTK author interview - Rain part (English Translation)

The interview was back in 2007 and 2003. I read the Chinese translation at Baidu Rain bar and could not stop crying. When I was translating the Chinese version into English I cried again. I now understand why I just don't have the courage to watch Sandoo and ALTK again!

Transfer post please credit to huhuhuhu @ Rain-Asia

Here is the English translation first:

Writer Lee Kyung Hee (author of Sandoo and ALTK) “Thank you for the Trust”
An interview (18 May, 2007) on the part about Rain (18 May, 2007)

Lee Kyung Hee’s latest work “Thankful” was a very successful TV series. It received good comments from both critics and audience.

Journalist: What is your feeling about this work? Any difference compared to your previous works?
Lee: If you are asking me about my satisfaction, then in all my works I am most satisfied with <Sandoo, go to School>.

Journalist: What gave you the idea of writing such a kind drama series “Thankful”?
Lee: To tell you the truth, I suffered a lot because of <A Love to Kill>. The blow was great because of the criticisms. Of course sharp criticism was necessary, but I was thinking at that time, why couldn’t people be more gentle to comfort and to encourage… I even thought of putting an end to what I love most: writing TV series.

But I got through with the “trust” I received, trust of people around me… the actor named Jung Jihoon who was the anchor actor in <ALTK>. He gave me courage…. That friend (Jihoon) was badly hurt because of this drama. He probably was very tired himself in many ways, but to me, the not so good writer, he said, “teacher is the best”, “as long as teacher insists, we would have no doubt it’s the best”. Besides… Jung Jihoon gave up releasing an album because of this drama, he agreed to star in it just based on his trust on me. So I really felt very sorry, very ashamed, in every way. But he gave me trust. That’s why we have maintained very good relationship.
Recently I have seen actors blaming writers for an unsuccessful TV series. When I saw these I would think “I was really a lucky writer.” In any case, such kind of “trust” allowed me to be thankful to the world, and it made me stand up again… From that trust I want to write a story about “trust”, and hence “Thankful”.


The Story behind <Sandoo> (an interview with Lee Kyung Hee in 2003)

- In the beginning I was very servere with Rain.
I told him, “You starred in this drama. If you performed badly, everything will be over. So you must work hard…. You should stay with Hyo zhen (the leading actress) and learn from her”.
So from the beginning I made Rain very nervous.

But Rain really did very well.

- At first I gave him this <Sandoo> character, but gradually I felt from him what kind of character Sandoo was.

Of course Sandoo was Rain. Rain brought out a life Sandoo.

I now felt that without Rain’s interpretation, there won’t be a Sandoo. So he really did very well.

*******
Rain was really hard working. I believed he suffered physically as well. He even contracted hair loss symptom because of the drama, so you could imagine how hard it was for him. He had to play the past and the present, he had to be a gigolo and then a student, so Sandoo had to change his hair style very often – sometimes as many as over 6 times a day. That’s why he suffered hair loss symptom.

*********
Originally the script was only for Sandoo to die…..Originally I wanted Sandoo to die blissfully. When I was writing chapter 15, I received mail from Hyo zhen: “Please do not let Sandoo die. If you must let him die, then please let me die as well. Because I can’t live on if Sandoo dies”.

- When I received this mail I was wondering how could there be such a thing, but she sent me 6 identical letters. So I called her and asked her what she was doing, and she cried. I told her it was only Sandoo and not Rain who’s going to die. But she answered, “Yinhoon (the female character) couldn’t live on without Sandoo. Could you let Sandoo live? If not, then let both of us die together please.”

I couldn’t and had no intention to change the script. I told her we were short of time, but she still pleaded me to change. I got mad and called her an idiot. After I hang up I called Rain and asked him what he thought.

Rain said, “I don’t know, but if Sandoo was to die alone, isn’t his life too pitiful? What has he done wrong that he has to die alone?”
When I saw these two kids in the studio, I suddenly realized that it would be too cruel to follow my script and let Sandoo die alone.
These two children could not be separated! Whether live or dead, let them be together – so I change my mind.

*********
The scene where Sandoo talked lively to Yinhoon in the prison cell is the feeling I had planned well in advance. I wanted to show though in jail, Sandoo was not tired, not self pitiful because he always had Yinhoon in his heart, and so his life was not so tragic.
But during the prison cell shooting scene, Rain always cried.

My scripts were very detailed. I did not ask him to cry in that scene.

Rain was totally into the character, so he cried badly. He cried so hard he was choked and could not continue his acting.
I discovered that Rain was right, because Rain had totally became Sandoo.

*********

Credit & Thanks to huhuhuhu @ Rain-Asia

[tarong]

Anyeong Biers!!!

musta mga sis? wow daming balita kay RAIN!!!

02.01.09 Rain gained the top ranking as a knockout-body star.

he deserved this, lalo n ngayon, napakaganda ng katawan nya!!!

my question lang ako, wala bang video nung dumating si BI sa pinas?

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*** All the reviews I read about this movie only make me more excited to watch it. Can’t wait any longer. :)

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Another lucky person saw Ninja Assassin at an Advanced Screening

by MercenaryKid@imdb
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1186 ... 8&p=1#129543398 (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1186367/board/thread/129543398?d=129543398&p=1#129543398)

I can't talk about the movie, but I will say that it is an extremely over-the-top action movie that is one of the best action movies I have ever seen. I can't wait for this to be released in theaters.

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090204 [English] Rain Bi (비)- Arirang TV- Back-ster Photos of Rain
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp0_p3Hb6rI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp0_p3Hb6rI)

About Rain's close friend/ photographer and how he takes pictures of the most natural Rain.



Credits:jtune_rain_cafe
From: becky823@youtube

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*** Wow, this is great news indeed if this draft will be implemented. But feel bad for those pop stars who had been into MS & to those who are currently serving. I hope pop stars could still be active on-stage while serving their term. :)


Minister Proposes Draft Deferral for Pop Stars

Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Yu In-chon has spanked up a storm with remarks Wednesday in favor of giving pop stars the right to defer their compulsory military duty.

In a presentation on mid-term plans to revive Korea's floundering music industry, Yu said, "There is no question that pop stars should serve in the military. However, there is a need for us to give them the option of deferring their military duty when they are most active in their job. Or we could consider giving them an opportunity to serve their term while remaining still active on stage."

Critics point out that the 20s are a valuable time in any man's life, not just for singers. Some also point out that it could cause confusion as there is no way to measure the performance of pop stars objectively, in contrast to sports.

Source : englishnews@chosun.com (http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200902/200902050026.html)

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*** Wondering if RAIN could make it? :cool:



7TH ANNUAL KOREA TIMES MUSIC FESTIVALAT HOLLYWOOD BOWL
So for those of you who do not know, the Hollywood Bowl is at the location for the 7th Annual Korea Times Music Festival featuring some of the hottest Korean groups. Past artists include, Super Junior, DBSK, Epik High, Lee Hyori, Fly to the Sky, Chae Yeon, JYP, Big Bang, Ivy, Lee Seung Gi, and even our overseas hopefuls Rain, BoA, and Seven.

As of now, the event organizers have announced that Girls’ Generation, Lee Juk, Lena Park, Kim Changwan Band, and Son Ho Young (who will not only perform but MC as well) will be in the lineup this year. The bigger names will be released sometime in March.

To Purchase tickets:
-visit Korean Music Festival or
-call (LA) 323.692.2055 | 323.692.2068 | 323.692.2187 (service charges apply for calls) or
-visit their office at 4525 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010.

source: sharingyoochun (http://sharingyoochun.wordpress.com/2009/02/04/news-7th-annual-korea-times-music-festival-at-hollywood-bowl/)

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Feb-05-2009] Ninja Assassin is rated R

source:http://www.ropeofsilicon.com/art ... gs-bulletin-no-2055 (http://www.ropeofsilicon.com/article/latest-mpaa-ratings-bulletin-no-2055)

Ninja Assassin
Rated R For strong bloody stylized violence throughout, and language.
Release Date: TBA 2009

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is it true that the company of Rain, J TUnes now manages Lee Da Hae? wow, im so looking fwd to a good project together. Full House meets My Girl. bagay din sila and to think LDH has a long standing crush on Rainhttp://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_8_48.gif (http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb001_ZNfox000)

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from soompi:

[Feb-04-2009]J.Tune made a conclusive contract with actress Lee Da-Hae.



J.Tune entertainment, Rain's agency, said, "We made a conclusive contract with Lee Da-Hae.
She is expected to get down to the overseas activity through a good movie or drama." and officially announced, "The management line of the stars belonging to J.Tune entertainment, will be reinforced through attracting Lee Da-Hae." and "She is proficient at speaking English and is gaining a tremendous popularity throughout Southeast Asia. J.Tune's reliable network will positively support her overseas activity."



credit to SeGeDaily
Broef translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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getting this from imogene_af @ Lee Da Hee thread
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So it is confirmed, JTune gave their word, Lee Da Hae is officially a JTune Star.

http://img.news.yahoo.co.kr/picture/2009/e7/20090204/20090204082039145e7_083519_0.jpg
http://img.news.yahoo.co.kr/picture/2009/98/20090204/2009020408312612598_083306_0.jpg

Headlines read, "Lee Da Hae to Work Under Rain; Target Local and Overseas Market".

They said they are excited to have her under their new nest. They said they think she is an actress of utmost versatility known not just for her charm but also her skills.

They said she also has excellent English speaking skills which they intend to use for her fans abroad, they mentioned her huge overseas fanbase especially in South East Asia.

JTune said she is currently deciding on film, drama, and commercial offers. They are glad to have Lee Da Hae under their wing.

The 4th of February if the articles are true is her official move to JTune. (I think she will sign today)

JTune reassured her fans, she will be back soon.

--

http://kr.news.yahoo.com/service/news/shel...mp;newssetid=83

http://kr.news.yahoo.com/service/news/shel...mp;newssetid=83

From imogene_af@Lee Da Hee Thread
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wow, exciting. imagine FULL HOUSE JOINS MY GIRL.

now im looking fwd to this great collaboration bet. talent and manager .:)

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g219/docirene/i78yo2.png

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*** Wondering why he’s so shy talking about this? But this is cute – hahaha ;)

Rain's first kiss

I found something funny...
by Honey[BI]
by soolan,rain-union
posted by Rainangelshirley

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3OdLH-O1QQ&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3OdLH-O1QQ&feature=related)
enjoy ^^



Guest :
You are really a ¡°Bad Guy¡±

Rain :
No lah, actually my first kiss was during high school days.

Guest :
But I don't feel you are telling the truth.

Rain :
Really! Really during high school.

Rain :
Haiz...in school..? Did I just say in school?

Guest :
Was it in the school compound???

Rain :
No Lah! I am referring to a friend in the same high school (schoolmate >.<)

Guest :
Where was your first kiss? I can ask a man this question, right?

Rain :
Erm..where...

Rain :
It was in the bathroom...

Rain:
Haha..no lah...I am not bad boy...

Guest :
Why are you stuttering now?

Guest :
Why are you so nervous now?!

Rain :
No lah, why did you ask for the location?

Rain :
Okay, it was during high school...

Guest :
You are not answering the question! We are asking for your first kiss ¡°location¡±!

Rain :
Why do you all want to ask such question??

Guest :
Your reaction make us more curious now ~

Rain :
Yes...yes it was in the bathroom...

Rain :
No lah...it was at the ice-skating ring...haha, it was also not.

Rain :
It was because we really liked each other...

Guest :
We already know that both of you liked each other!

Guest :
But I still want to ask for the last time: where was your fist kiss?

Rain :
Aiya, don't you all feel that it was too much (to ask)??

Rain :
Okay, it is too embarrassing for me alone to answer (this question). Why don't each of us share with everyone?

Guest :
But we had already shared this (in earlier program).

Guest :
It is so difficult for you to answer this question.

Guest :
All the other guests had already shared with us their first kiss location.

Guest :
Even the kissing position.

Rain :
Haha, really?

Guest :
Yes, many people had shared this before.

Guest :
I was kissed, sitting.

Guest :
My first kiss was at the back of a truck.

Rain :
Okay, it was in front of a house (@@)

Guest :
This is not too difficult to answer (>.<)

Guest :
I thought you were thinking which good location to tell.

Rain :
No lah, I didn't think of the location

Guest :
Was it in front of your house? Or was it in front of that girl's house?

Rain :
Yes (Rain didn't answer the question, instead he demonstrated...^^)

Rain :
Haha. I am so embarrassed now (=.=)

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February 9, 2009

Rain Due to Appear in Hawaiian Court in March

Pop star Rain is scheduled to appear in a Hawaii court for a US$40 million lawsuit against the entertainer for a week from March 10. Rain and his ex-agency JYP Entertainment were sued by Honolulu promoter Click Entertainment for cancelling their planned concert there in June 2007. If Rain fails to show up, he may be subject to an arrest warrant.
Click Entertainment also then filed a separate complaint in Korea against the singer, concert organizer Star M Entertainment, and JYP Entertainment, arguing, “They are incapable of holding the concert, or intended to take money from us from the beginning.”

However, the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office dropped the charge, saying “They do not appear to have deceived the American promoter with the intention of taking its money.”

Credits: englishnews@chosun.com (http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200902/200902090017.html)

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*** Just a poll but this is fun.......... an interesting poll ranking. Congratulations to him! I hope the best for him always. I'm so happy for everything that comes his way. I'm not surprised he got on the list. But where's KSW here? :cool:

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090209 [Apple Daily]Rain is ranked #2 of the most popular male star in South Korea

Brief English translation by Rain-Asia

KBS Entertainment News just announced that Rain was ranked #2 of the most popular male star in South Korea according to the poll result conducted by KBS Broadcasting Culture Research Institute.

The most popular stars in South Korea by KBS

- The most popular male actor -

1. Kim Myung Min 14.1% ("BEETHOVEN VIRUS" actor)
2. Rain 12.2%
3. Jo In-sung 8.3%
4. Lee Jun Ki 7.4%
5. Jang Dong gun 6.3%

- The most popular actress -
......

- The most popular male singer -

1. TVXQ Tohoshinki
2. Rain
3. Big Bang
4. Kim Jeong hoon
5. SS501

-The most popular female singer -

credit :marcialee@rain-asia

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*** I hope he really has time to visit his sites & leave a message for his fans. But can he do this often? I’m happy that I read a message again from him. Oh, he’s in his office having a meeting. I’m sure there are fans again waiting outside to see him by chance. :cool:






[Feb-10-2009] Hi ~ Everyone~~

Rain left a message in his QQ space in China http://new.qzone.qq.com/622000625/ (http://new.qzone.qq.com/622000625/)

I did a brief translation:

Hi, Everyone! I'm Rain.
Haven't seen you for a long time.
Are you all doing well?
I'm in the office for a meeting today

I'll visit here often. Hope you come here often too~

In Korea, Jihoon

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*** Wahhh…….. another drama from RAIN is surely exciting. As much as many new dramas coming up this year, I’m waiting most is his comeback in a small screen. I hope he could announce his drama already by this time. But there are errors on this article aside from the Four Seasons, mentioning that RAIN is in it & will be broadcasted this month – But the plot for this drama sounds interesting & different. In Swallow the Sun, it’s Sung Yuri & not HJW. Can’t wait to see Cinderella Man, of course because of KSW! I want to watch Cain & Abel, too. Hahaha – I’ll be busy catching up all these exciting dramas but so little time. ;)

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Upcoming K-Dramas of 2009!

This is for all the K-Drama lovers. To me, the only dramas that seem worth watching are Full House 2, Heaven's Postman, and The Sons of Sol Pharmacy House. As for the others, only time will tell.

2009 Alien Baseball Team

A Man's Story

Genre: Action, Romance
Episodes: N/A
Broadcast: March 2009
Cast: Lee Philip, Park Yong Ha, Kim Kang Woo, Park Shi Yeon
Description: Park Yong Ha portrays man who once had it all. A scam ruined his family and his father's company went bankrupt because of him. He wants revenge against those who made his life a living hell. Park Shi Yeon is his girlfriend who works diligently in order to help him repay his debts.

Cain and Abel
Genre: Action, Romance
Episodes: 20
Broadcast: February 2009
Cast: Chae Jung Ahn, Han Ji Min, Shin Hyun Joon, So Ji Sub
Description: Cho In is a very gifted doctor who has everything that he wants whereas his older brother, Seon Woo, is jealous of all the attention that Cho In receives. Seon Woo blames his brother for taking everything good in his life away from him. Seon Woo blames Cho In for getting their father's love, getting more recognition as a doctor, and for stealing the woman he loves.

Cinderella Man
Genre: Drama, Romance
Episodes: N/A
Broadcast: April 2009
Cast: Han Eun Jung, Kwon Sang Woo
Description: The story of a man who would be playing two lives.

City Hall

Four Seasons
Genre: Romance
Episodes: N/A
Broadcast: February 2009
Cast: Jung Ji Hoon (Rain), Jun Ji Hyun
Description: A story between a female war correspondent and an adopted child who becomes a mercenary for France.

Fashion King

Full House 2

Hateful but Once Again
*Ongoing*

Heaven's Postman

IRIS
Genre: Action, Mystery, Thriller
Episodes: 20
Broadcast: 2009
Cast: Lee Byung Hun, Kim Tae Hee, Jung Joon Ho, Kim Seung Woo, T.O.P
Description: Kim Hyun Joon (Lee Byung Hun) is an assassin who belongs to a top secret organization known as the "NSS" whereas T.O.P is an assassin who works in another secret organization located in the United States called "IRIS" and was ordered to kill Hyun Joon. Lee Myung Hee is a psychological analyst who plays an important role in bring Hyun Joon into the "NSS."

Princess Ja Myung Go

Queen Seon Duk

Swallow the Sun
Genre: Romance
Episodes: 24
Broadcast: June 2009
Cast: Ha Ji Won, Ji Sung, Jun Kwang Ryul, Kim Jung Tae, Sung Yu Ri, Yoon Yoo Sun
Description: This novel-based story revolves mainly around four people who are drawn to Seogwipo, Jeju for a project.

The Sons of Sol Pharmacy House

Unseen Warfare (Strange Heroes)
Genre: N/A
Episodes: N/A
Broadcast: April 2009
Cast: Lee Jun Ki
Description: N/A

Friend, The Untold Story
Genre: N/A
Episodes: 20
Broadcast: June 2009
Cast: Hyun Bin, Kim Min Joon, Suh Do Young, Cha Seung Won, Jang Dong Geun (cameo), Joo Jin Mo (cameo), Park Shi Yeon (cameo)
Description: N/A

Triple

Credit : allkpop

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*** Whatever name he’s going to use, RAIN, Bi, Jung Ji Hoon, The RAIN – I will always support him. He’ll always be RAIN for me. I don’t care about them. :)



Rain Settles in a Name Dispute

Korean superstar Rain agreed to a deal with an American album maker, Rain Corporation, over a trademark dispute. Rain’s agency, J. Tune Entertainment, reported that Rain will use “The Rain” for all his music activities in the United States. However, he will retain his name, “Rain,” for film credits. Also “The Rain,” will be used only in America, thus it’s not likely to confuse his fans in other regions. In accordance with the decision, Rain will release his debut album in America under the name, “The Rain.” The album release is scheduled for late this year.

Rain Corporation, a Las Vegas firm, had filed for damage compensation against Rain for using the name “Rain” for his Las Vegas concert in December 2006. The company also asked for an injunction to ban Rain from using his name in future concerts. The name dispute had forced Rain to cancel his concert in Hawaii in May 2006. Rain was sued by Click Entertainment, the local Hawaiian concert organizer, for 40 million dollars in damage compensation for canceling the concert.


Credit : KBS World

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February 11, 2009


[Talk of the town]


Rain caught in multimillion dollar lawsuit storm over canceled show

Hallyu star Rain


Keep your fingers crossed - hallyu star Rain, 27, will be present at the Hawaii District Court next month in Honolulu.

Click Entertainment, a Korean company that has a branch in Honolulu, filed a suit against Rain and JYP Entertainment, the singer’s former agency, last year. And legal actions are going ahead.

The company filed a $40 million lawsuit after Rain canceled his world tour, which was scheduled to hit Hawaii in June 2007, arguing that there was too little prior notice and 1.1 billion won had already been invested in the show.

Regarding the upcoming trial, J-Tune Entertainment, Rain's current agency, remains confident.

'We will put an end to the legal issue over the world tour at the upcoming trial by jury,' noted J-Tune Entertainment to Yonhap.

Source : JoongAng Daily (http://joongangdaily.joins.com/article/view.asp?aid=2900860)

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*** USD500,000.00, as what they said that this amount is just enough for a newcomer to Hollywood like RAIN – I think this amount has compensated all the hard works he did there. :cool:

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09 Feb 12 [IBTimes] US$500,000--Rain "This Is Reward For My Movie"

When world star singer Rain appeared in the Hollywood movie "Ninja Assassin", his receiving of US$500,000 was part of the reward amount which he will receive based on the results of his performance. On Feb 12th, Rain's management company J.Tune Entertainment indicated that when Rain signed the contract for "Ninja Assassin" last March, Rain received US$500,000 at signing.

They went on to say that Rain had completed the film shoot the first half of last year while the second half of the year was the shooting for Rain's childhood role; for this the performing expense was at 8.3 million (Korean Won) and they expressed the standpoint of whether or not this 8.3 million won for Rain was a worthy value.

J.Tune Entertainment also said that 8.3 million Won was actually received by Lee Joon, J.Tune's new trainee/actor who plays Rain's childhood role.

J.Tune Entertainment indicated that compared to other Hollywood stars, Rain's receiving amount of US$500,000 is not a very great deal, but is similar to that of a new person making a debut in Hollywood. However, compared to the aspect of money, having a good opportunity like this is even more significant.

Meanwhile, "Ninja Assassin"--in which Rain plays the lead role Raizo--is estimated to hit the screens in the US and other places this summer.


Source: IB Times
Kor to Chi Translation: 小曹曹 from cloudchina
Credit: karman1668@RainHK
Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi

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*** Now I understand what this song is all about. :cool:






<Turn Your Head> Lyrics (ENG)

I think these are the last lyrics to translate from his 5th album.
Some parts of this song may be confusing to understand, but it still sounds nice, right?<3
(one of my favorite songs on Rainism)

Track 10- "고개 돌려" / "Turn Your Head"

Perfectly falling line <---talking about her perfect body line
Not sure what age you are
Your cute glance 1 through 10
Our relationship is a bit awkward
But I don't mind
I can't stop getting closer now

Raise your glasses/cups
Not coming back again today
I whistle
Following that girl
Raise your hands
This is my music/song
I see that girl I fell for at first sight

[CHORUS]
Turn your head
Turn your eyes (Look at me)
Turn your head
Turn it again (Right now)

From left to right,
I turn my eyes towards her.
Turn to me

(Hey what's up girl)
I don't want to lose you at all
Turn around
Back to the front again like that
Wait. pause, pause, pause, pause
Like a picture
Again, walk, walk, walk, walk
Like a sexy shorty

Raise your glasses
Come with me today
I whistle
Following her steps
Raise your hands
This is my music/song
The beautiful girl is in my sight

[CHORUS]
Turn your head
Turn your eyes (Look at me)
Turn your head
Turn it again (Right now)

[BRIDGE]
(I got this)
Tell me that you want me
My girl, my girl
Look into my eyes
My girl, my girl
Soon, I'll get you, my girl, girl
In order to catch a glimpse of her,
Everyone...

Turns their heads
Turns their eyes
Turns their heads
Turns it again

From left to right,
I turn my eyes towards her.
Turn to me

Turn your head
I turn my head here now
I'll show you everything

From left to right,
I turn my eyes towards her.
Turn to me

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*** Oh, he wants to know the opinions of his fans. Muahhh………….that’s great! I love how he interacts with them during his concerts. I want him to do another drama. BTW, are we going to post this in his official site? :D



Feb-13-2009] Your opinion about Rain's concert / events / Rain's activity
Cloud Notice - http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/b ... _what=&keyword= (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=19403&ref=561&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Hi,
This is the cloud master.

We would like to ask you regarding our artists' activity include Rain.
Especially, for Rain, we are planing his activities through your opinions.
Please let us know your opinion.
You can write in comments with choosing ex. or give us other opinions, too.


3. What do you want to watch in Rain's concert?

As a singer, it seems to be that he want to make a suitable performance with audience when they plan it. What do you want to watch at Rain's concert?

example 1 ) A trambling performance at MBC Music Festival in 2008
example 2 ) A Water stage as shown on his ex-concert sing '난 I am '
example 3 ) A stage where he talk to with the audience


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Cloud Notice - http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/b ... _what=&keyword= (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=19402&ref=560&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Hi,
This is the cloud master.

We would like to ask you regarding our artists' activity include Rain.
Especially, for Rain, we are planing his activities through your opinions.
Please let us know your opinion.
You can write in comments with choosing ex. or give us other opinions, too.


4. What kind of events do you want to join in?

example 1 ) a Fan Signature meeting
example 2 ) a small Fan meeting
example 3 ) a concert

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*** I want all the items but I prefer the DVD more with Eng subs. RAIN & JTune are so sweet & nice that they’re considering the fans wants & desires. :)



[Feb-13-2009] What is your purchasable products about Rain?
Cloud Notice - http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/b ... _what=&keyword= (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=19404&ref=562&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Hi,
This is the cloud master.

We would like to ask you regarding our artists' activity include Rain.
Especially, for Rain, we are planing his activities through your opinions.
Please let us know your opinion.
You can write in comments with choosing ex. or give us other opinions, too.


1. What is your purchasable products about Rain?

Please let us know your opinions if some products will be sold produced in this year.
It is good for me if you write as below example.

example 1 ) A desk calendar of Y2010 and a Mug
example 2 ) A T-shirt with Rain's picture
example 3 ) A picture book of Rain
example 4 ) DVD about Fan meeting in Japan & Korea in January 2009

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*** Wow, the 1st store is already opening today then starting on the 20th, other branches will open respectively. I hope he'll gain more & much money from all his businesses. Good luck to RAIN! Wish you the best! ;)


Feb-13-2009]Rain, fashion brand "Six To Five" store-1 opening.

Singer Rain will be opening the first store of "Six To Five", fashion brand launched by himself, in Cheongjoo on the 13th.


J.Tune Creative expressed on the 13th, "Starting with Cheongjoo on the 13th, we've gotten everything in readiness for the grand opening of the large department stores' main & branch in the country, the main of Sinsege Department Store on the 20th, the main and 3 branches of Lotte Department Store on the 27th, including the main shops in the whole country, Jeonjoo on the 18th, Daegu on the 19th, and etc.


Continuing, they said, "Rain who has participated in its planning & design and acted as a model & designer, plans to have opportunities to get close to consumers through visiting each department store and the main shop.


Meanwhile, on-line "Six To Five"(www.6to5.co.kr) which was already opened through the teaser, will officially be opened on the 25th.
2009 S/S season goods and Rain Bear T shirts which were jointly made with Teddy Bear, are due to be limitedly sold.




credit to Asia economy
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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090213 Rain & JDG SKT CF
From: vincet57
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5X7t-8pT7w (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5X7t-8pT7w)

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*** So nice to see his movie is one of the Top Preview on the Comingsoon.net. :cool:

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09.02.13-Ninja Assassin: 48th Top Preview on Comingsoon.net

40. 2012

41. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

42. The Ice Man

43. Sex Positive

44. The International

45. Shrek Goes Fourth

46. American Violet

47. Monsters vs. Aliens

48. Ninja Assassin

49. 12 Rounds

50. Fanboys

Credit: Comingsoon.net

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The Celebrity who You want To give chocolate


according poll which conducted by www.diageo.co.kr company From 3597 people chose

1. Jang dong gun by 1169 voters
2. Jo in sung
3. Lee minho
4. Bi
5. Song seung Heon



http://www.sportsseoul.com/news2/entertain...6588562007.html (http://www.sportsseoul.com/news2/entertain/broad/2009/0212/20090212101040200000000_6588562007.html)

[Shareline]

.......isn't it great to see him on the list? i'm so happy. :)

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Universal Imports: 24 International Hotties (http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20257220,00.html)
from the U.S. based (http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20257220_21,00.html)Entertainment Weekly (http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20257220_21,00.html) .

http://img2.timeinc.net/ew/dynamic/imgs/090202/Sexy/Rain-Bi_l.jpg


RAIN
HAILS FROM: South Korea
SEXIEST IN: The upcoming Ninja Assassin (2009)

Think the Korean Justin Timberlake and you'll get an idea of just how massive a heartthrob triple threat Rain (ne Jeong Ji-Hoon) is in his native country. The singer-dancer-actor has performed to a sold-out Madison Square Garden and won a dance-off against Stephen Colbert, but his biggest Stateside splash to date was in the rather shallow waters of last year's Day-Glo flop Speed Racer — so it's no shock if you haven't heard of him. Expect that to change with this year's Ninja Assassin; check out this steamy clip (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maRMPXxNRBQ) of his workout routine for the film to see why.

http://www.ew.com/ew/gallery/0,,20257220_21,00.html

[tarong]

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY BIERS!!!

Excited na ko sa movie ni BI!!!:) Fighting!!!

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*** Hahaha - the CF is very cute. I love The making video. RAIN & JDG are so adorable. :cool:

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JANG DONG GUN AND RAIN GO BIBIDIBABIDIBOO FOR SK TELECOM

Jang Dong Gun and Rain - super stars speaking baby language?

Jang Dong Gun and Rain speak gobble-gook in their new ad for SK Telekom.

Upon receiving an award of their dreams (JDG gets the best actor award and Rain gets the best singer award), they accept their speech by speaking in a foreign language...Bibidibabidiboo! (비비디바비디부)

C'mon, you try it...bibidibabidiboo...

Credit: Kpopped (http://k-popped.com/)

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*** Oh, this sounds very interesting. :cool:



BOA, TVXQ, AND RAIN IN A BOOK WITH UNIQUE TOPIC : “EXPLORING GLOBALIZATION”
On date 13th, a Candian bought a book which in it there is picture of BoA, and also TVXQ and Rain (who’s mentioned with his real name, Jung Ji-hoon), thus he/she took pic of the related pages and posted them in internet.

“Exploring Globalization” is the title of this book, stretches out the Korean wave and says that due to the development of cultural market in Asia, especially Korea, and information about BoA, TVXQ, and Rain’s fandom culture is also explained.

The success of BoA in U.S market recently as an evidence to the world of her popularity, and the picture of 2004 activity represented by TVXQ and Rain called “My Name” is also included in the book.

Under the picture of BoA, is written: “Korean pop musicians like BoA have a huge fan base. The fans will follow their style, from costumes, make up, even accessories. Why do they act like this? A short article about fandom culture is written as the answer.

Rain, BoA, and TVXQ passage refers to:

“In the late 1990s, a regional TV station, Channel V, began to broadcast Korean music video, creating a strong K-pop fan base in Asia. Performances video of Rain and BoA attracted large audiences. Some Korean stars, Thomas Im, also known as Taebin and Micky Yoochun of the group TVXQ, were grown up in the United States. Their music blends American and Korea music style.”

source: sharingyoochun (http://sharingyoochun.wordpress.com/2009/02/14/news-boa-tvxq-and-rain-in-a-book-with-unique-topic-exploring-globalization/)
credit: Yunhyeonjin@Newsen
translated by: sharingyoochun

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Celebrity You want to work with



Sarangmin.co.kr made a poll who is celebrity you want to work with 1852 people From age 20's and 30's were chosen

Female celebrity Kim Tae Hee ( 13,8% ) and male Jo in sung ( 8,9% )


The Top Three Male That are Jang Dong Gun (7.9%), Yoo Jae suk (7.5%). The Rest that is Lee min Ho (5.5%), Cha Tae Hyun (3.7%), Jeong Woo Sung (3.3%), Bi (2.9%), Song Seung Heon (2.5%), Kim Hyun joong (2.3%), So ji Sub (1.8%).

The Top Three Female That are Shin Bong Sun (6.3%), No. 3, Lee Hyo Ri (5.9%) . Then the Rest Song hye gyo (4.4%), Han ye seul (2.7%), Park Kyoung Rim (2.5%), Jeon Ji Hyun (2.5%), Goo Hye sun (2.2%), Tae Yeon (2.1%), Lee na Young (2.0%).

cred http://media.daum.net/press/view.html?cate...&p=newsispr (http://media.daum.net/press/view.html?cateid=1065&newsid=20090216090103445&p=newsispr)

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*** As I keep on saying that I hope this movie will be a hit. :cool:




[Feb-15-2009] quick update from jms about Ninja Assassin

credits

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source:http://jmsnews.com/msg.aspx?id=1-17758 (http://jmsnews.com/msg.aspx?id=1-17758)
posted by rainalice@rainlegend

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*** This article is really cool. Can’t wait for this. I hope this will be broadcasted in my country. He’s a hardworking star indeed. :cool:






Feb-13-2009] Korea's Hottest Star, Rain, featured on Discovery Ch. Documentary

Korea's hottest star Rain featured on Discovery Channel documentary

Many stars come and go. One day they are in, but the next, they are forgotten. But there seems to be a Korean star who looks like he will stay with us for a very long time, if not forever. It is Korea¡¯s hot singer and actor Rain.

Thanks to his well-toned body and dynamic dance moves exuding masculine charm, the 26-year-old has ridden the crest of the Hallyu (explosive popularity of Korean pop culture abroad) or ¡°Korean wave.¡±Many Korean stars who rode on the wave of Hallyu seem to have stopped right there, thinking that the fame and glamor would live on forever.

But Rain chose not to rest on his laurels. Even amid his hectic schedule that involves promoting his new album, filming for his recently finished Hollywood film ¡°Ninja Assassin¡¯¡¯ and even launching his own clothing line Six to Five, he has never skipped his workout routine or dance practice.Before rising to stardom in Korea, he had to undergo three years of arduous training and rehearsals.

He always strives for everything, never taking anything for granted. And this passion and diligence have helped him rise above being merely a ¡°Hallyu¡± or Korean wave star to an up-and-coming actor in Hollywood and more. In 2007, Rain was ranked number one on the online voting system for ¡°Time¡± magazine¡¯s poll of the 100 most influential people and introduced as "Asia¡¯s Prince of Pop." Rain starred in the Hollywood movie ``Speed Racer¡¯¡¯ and his upcoming movie ``Ninja Assassin¡¯¡¯ will be released soon. He also made headlines by singing at the closing ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

And this time, he has finally been discovered by the world-renowned cable TV Discovery Channel, which specializes in documentaries.Rain is being featured in a documentary entitled ¡°Hip Korea,¡± produced by the Discovery Channel, which airs in 170 countries around the world, The documentary is about the rising status of Korean pop culture on the international scene and it portrays Rain as a front runner of Korean pop culture, someone who can represent the nation¡¯s growth as a pop cultural hub in the Asian region.

The 45-minute documentary has already been on TV screens from Jan 31, starting in Australia and New Zealand. It will start broadcasting in Asian countries including Korea from Feb 23. It will also air in Europe starting in May.

The documentary focuses on Rain¡¯s endless efforts which have made him from a normal guy struggling with poverty and the pain of losing his mother, to a world star. According to J. Tune, Rain¡¯s agency, Rain hopes that viewers will get the message from the documentary that anything is possible if you try hard.With Rain¡¯s consent, the

Discovery Channel¡¯s production crew followed the singer and actor everywhere for six months to capture his every move. Candid and personal moments were captured, including him commiserating with his close friend comedian Kim Jae-dong and an emotional visit to the charnel house housing his mother¡¯s remains.

Filming Rain in Seoul took place mainly in the Hongdae area in northern Seoul and Cheongdam-dong in southern Seoul, two areas frequented by hip young people, to convey the image of him as a dynamic and youthful person.

In addition, the documentary contains interviews with American celebrities associated with Rain, including interviews with Steven Colbert of Comedy Central¡¯s "The Colbert Report," the Wachowski Brothers, who directed ¡°Speed Racer¡± and Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon, who co-starred with Rain in the movie ¡°Speed Racer.¡±There are also interviews with Korean director Park Chan-wook and actress Im Su-jeong, who worked with Rain on the film ¡°I¡¯m a Cyborg, but That¡¯s Okay.¡±

No surprises, but Rain¡¯s busy schedule continues this year as well. He had a fan meeting in Japan in early January, to promote his fifth studio album "Rainism," which was first released last year in Korea.

The singer plans to work on a new album set to be released in the United States."Ninja Assassin," a film which was developed specifically for him by the Wachowski Brothers, is due for release this year.

He will join the cast of the Hollywood movie for a promotional tour round the United States in March.Amid his hectic schedule, he will continue to expand his clothing line Six to Five with a plan to expand it across Asia and then Europe and the United States.


By Han Aran
Korea.net Staff Writer

source : Korea.net

credit: rain-Eu

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*** Awesome! I’ll mark my calendar. Wow, I love the clothes. Wondering if this brand is too pricey? :cool:



Reminder: 6to5.co.kr Online site Opening on Feb. 25th
Congrats to 6to5 shop opening!

http://www.6to5.co.kr (http://www.6to5.co.kr/) opening on February 25th

The flash on the site is updated, you can visit to see more store pictures

[Shareline]

[QUOTE=willenette]*** Awesome! I’ll mark my calendar. Wow, I love the clothes. Wondering if this brand is too pricey? :cool:











it'll be pretty reasonable, i guez.
btw: thanks for sharing the BI goodies. Nice work in clipping Rain's where abouts.
keep it coming :)

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[QUOTE=willenette]*** Awesome! I’ll mark my calendar. Wow, I love the clothes. Wondering if this brand is too pricey? :cool:


















it'll be pretty reasonable, i guez.
btw: thanks for sharing the BI goodies. Nice work in clipping Rain's where abouts.


keep it coming :)
Hi Shareline - no problem - it's my pleasure to share something here about RAIN. Thanks for the nice words & compliment. :cool:

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*** I’m really curious & excited to see her. A very good singer & dancer at the same time – she must be really good among the rest to be selected as one. :cool:



09 Feb 16 [Korean Daily] "Female Version" Rain--Brilliant In Song & Dance, To Debut In April
Singer Rain's new singers will rustle in with their complete debuts this year. As of right now he is preparing to debut a group as well as a soloist. His first debut will be a 'female version of Rain', whose strength has been claimed as that of 10 female singers'. (Deb's note: I might have translated that part wrong, sorry...)

A staff from Rain's management company said during a phone conversation with Kukinews, "She is new trainee who is outstanding in singing and dancing, and one who has a great level of potential, we believe that she will adapt easily in the music market." "The earliest would be in April, latest will be around May or so, that will be the first time she will make her appearance." What is known so far is that this singer has been receiving centralized training under Rain's management company J.Tune Entertainment since 2007. He has been responsible for her dance choreography as well as the production of her music.

It was said that during the time of Rain's search for new trainees, they were marked and selected based on how diligent they were. The staff said, "As long as they have the strong willpower and the dream to accomplish what they want to do, then anyone may become a new trainee." "Rain's role of discovering and training new talents is not just this year but will continue as time goes along."

(skipping the following paragraph, talking about his events the past 2 months that we are already aware of...)

Rain has been extremely busy with a packed schedule of overseas activities since the beginning of the new year, but he has not neglected his search and training of his new trainees. In the mean time, due to the post-production work on some computer graphics for the Hollywood movie "Ninja Assasin" that is scheduled to be released this year, the movie's released date has been delayed and hence giving more spare time for Rain to worry about his trainees. Even though he is going in and out of the country, Rain is still personally taking on the responsibility of training his new singers.



Source: The Korean Daily
Kor to Chi Translation: Cloud China

Credit: dada@RainHK
Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA & Saxby

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*** He's again once more so sweet & nice to offer help for this charity. The blessings don't stop since he's always there continuously helping people. Oh, he left for Berlin last Saturday......... :cool:


Feb-16-2009]Rain'll offer his fans opportunities to recover their sight without pay.



J.Tune entertainment, Rain's agency, expressed on the 16th, "Rain'll work on "The shining world" project for his fans who have bad sight." continuing, "through this project, Rain'll offer the fans opportunities to be able to be operated on their bad sight."

With an ophthalmic clinic in Kangnamgu, Rain is due to continue to provide free surgery for the fans who has missed the opportunities of eye surgery for several reasons.

As Rain has seriously been thinking how to aid to fans who are disabled, he allegedly asked 'Eyes and Eyes' ophthalmic clinic for help and became to work on this project.

Rain's fans, who are members of Rain's official fan club, people recommended by the member, and general fans besides the members, can leave a letter on his official homepage and apply for help.

Meanwhile, Rain left for Berlin for post-synchronization of his first Hollywood leading film 'Ninja Assassin' last 14th.



credit to Money Today
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Feb-16-2009] Olive TV Exclusive Inside SixtoFive Clothing Shop

Credit: rainyonme @ youtube
Download: http://www.mediafire.com/?sharek ... 9c83496c2b3df8dcaf6 (http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=9c6f4517f69dd7104012e8015643d9c83496c2b3df8dcaf6)
Source: sixtofive1982

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*** Ugh - this name situation was pointless in the first place. I think people getting so up over names are so stupid in general. He shouldn’t change his name especially to “The Rain”, people might make fun of him. :eek:






Rain Name Game Settled



Posted on Tuesday February 17, 2009 at 04:01 AM 3 (http://www.pollstar.com/blogs/news/archive/2009/02/17/648967.aspx#comments#comments) |

Jeong Ji-hoon, the Korean pop star better known as Rain (http://www.pollstar.com/resultsArtist.aspx?ID=141839&SortBy=Date), recently settled a long-standing legal problem in the U.S.

In February 2007, Rain Corporation, which has managed the Beatles tribute band Rain – A Tribute To The Beatles (http://www.pollstar.com/resultsArtist.aspx?ID=22856&SortBy=Date) since 1979, filed an intellectual property suit in Nevada District Court against Jeong, his management, JYP Entertainment, and concert coordinator Star M Entertainment over the use of his stage name.

Earlier this month both parties reportedly came to an agreement. From now on, Jeong will be known as The Rain for all music-related endeavors in the United States.

The agreement does not prevent him from using the simpler moniker Rain outside of America. And according to the HanCinema website, he will still be allowed to use Rain in film credits.

Ralph Schmidtke, who manages the Beatles tribute act, told Pollstar that although an agreement had been reached, he couldn’t confirm specifics.

The name dispute forced Jeong to cancel a June 2007 concert in Hawaii, which led to the promoter of the concert, Click Entertainment, filing a $40 million lawsuit against the singer for damages.

Jeong is scheduled to appear for the trial in Hawaii during the week of March 10. If he fails to show up, he may be subject to an arrest warrant.

Click also filed a separate complaint against the same defendants in Korea, but the Seoul Central District Prosecutors Office didn’t take up the charge, saying they found no evidence that the singer planned to deceive the promoter.

Credit : PollStar

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*** This isn’t a new info but so nice to read this again. He’s truly a legend, an icon! He rocks! Everything has in this encyclopedia. :cool:






Rain in Wikipedia Encyclopedia

I don't know if it's new info, some of you might have already known it. I've just found Rain has been recorded in Wikipedia Encyclopedia when googling 'Rain' on the internet. His info there is extremely detail and pretty up to date.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rain_(singer) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rain_(singer))

Contents
1 Biography
1.1 Early life
1.2 International recognition
1.3 Fame in the United States
1.4 World tour and beyond
1.5 Cancelled Concerts
1.6 Legal troubles
1.7 Humanitarian Work
2 Controversies
3 J. Tune Entertainment (Formerly known as the Rainy Entertainment)
4 5th Album; Rainism
5 Discography
6 Filmography
6.1 Television Series
6.2 Films
7 Awards
8 References
9 External link

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*** I love his sense of fashion........ he looks not a newcomer in designing clothes. He creates clothes for all seasons, combining all different styles. Actually, when you look at those clothes there's his personal touch on them. The RAIN-style of dressing. Good luck to you, RAIN!:cool:


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[Feb-17-2009]<Eng.trans>Olive TV's 2009 SS Style Fashion-Six To Five




Rain : I'm attempting to make a new beginning as a designer, thank you for coming.


Q : "What style will confidentially be proposed by Rain this spring?"
A : "Vintage & life style or vintage in life, that is, temperamental Europe style & popular America style."


Rain style :
1. Photo wall style : Transforming Rain brand into a showroom, that is, directly Trying on Rain clothing.
Six To Five's designer : "This is the style that integrates feeling like a tuxedo with a casual jacket."
2. Dandy vest & shirt.
3. Fresh white style & black pants.


Rain clothing brand concept :
1. Basic style.
2. Vintage look.
3. Polo style.
4. Strongly printed pattern (shirt) :
This style shirt is due to be a trendy style this spring and is made in collaboration with artist Paul Klee's printing.


Rain : "Hope you to support 'Six To Five' much, and I'm modestly going to do my best and work hard."


Panels : "Rain is attempting to create a vintage style, a preppy look, and sports style,
therefore he is the multistyle designer."




source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** I hope we could get the eng subs or the translation of this soon - I'm curious & interested to know what was he talking about his face. This is nice - Oh well, I love this guy!:)

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[HQ 02.11.09] Talks about Rain's Face on YTNStar

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVmt7E5QSTU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVmt7E5QSTU)

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*** This is the one I'm waiting for - Does it mean that man who's talking about his face is a fortune-teller. No wonder he's pointing to his eyebrows & nose in the video. So, his face alone is already lucky in life, huh? This guy is a very lucky person! He also has long life - This is a nice prediction. :cool:

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[Feb-19-2009]<Eng.trans>"Rain's fortune by the face" in YTN TV's "Being Anxious About It"


Rain's fortune by the face





Rain's fortune by the face is destined to be lucky all through his life.
He's expected to have a spell of extremely good luck and succeed in every work.
From the viewpoint of physiognomy, the middle of Rain's life is very long, it means that he has a king's face.
He is perfectly of good omen in the space between the eyebrows and in the line of the full nose.




source : benamoo/You Tube
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[docirene]

willenette, thx for keeping rain's thread very much alive.:)

[michsolo]

Malaysia : Sunday February 22, 2009

Feel the vibes

Compiled by MICHAEL CHEANG

http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.as...mp;sec=tvnradio (http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2009/2/22/tvnradio/3304134&sec=tvnradio)

Rain and Lee Byung Hun ride the Korean pop culture wave with aplomb.

AH ... South Korea. The land of kimchi (fermented vegetable appetiser), shabu-shabu (steamboat), Jinro (Korean distiller), the 2002 FIFA World Cup (well, half of it, anyway), and taekwondo. These days, though, the republic is not only increasingly known for its electronic gadgets but also, an exploding pop culture scene with a popularity that is spreading like wildfire across the world.

This is thanks in part to a robust entertainment industry with a knack for coming up with critically-acclaimed movies and tear-jerking TV dramas that feature a seemingly endless stream of luscious actresses (all of whom seem to be able to burst into tears at will), and heartthrob male artistes with the ability to make thousands of girls swoon and go weak at the knees.

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Malaysians got to catch Rain’s spectacular showmanship during his Rain’s Coming concert at Stadium Putra, Bukit Jalil, in 2007.

Of the latter, more testosterone-fuelled group, two names stand out– Jung Ji Hoon (better known as Rain) and Lee Byung Hun. One is a pop idol who can drive girls into a frenzy with a single dance step, and the other’s an acclaimed veteran actor with countless awards and who has appeared in some of the biggest Korean box-office hits ever.

They have little else in common apart from having acted in Hollywood blockbuster movies (Rain in last year’s Speed Racer and Lee in the upcoming G.I. Joe) and being among their country’s top international celebrities.

Well, now they have another thing in common – the two will be the focal point of Discovery Channel’s new documentary Hip Korea. The series chronicles the rise of the Korean pop culture wave through the personal journeys of these two superstars.

Hip Korea contains two hour-long episodes.The first is Seoul Vibes – Jihoon Jung that premieres on Discovery Channel tomorrow while the second instalment, Seoul Savvy – Byung Hun Lee, airs in June.

Hip Korea is a broadcast initiative by Discovery Networks in partnership with the Seoul Metropolitan Government, and is co-produced with Bang Singapore Pte Ltd. The series will no doubt be a boost to the Koreans’ desire to reinvent their capital city as the “Soul of Asia, a city of design and culture’’.




Unstoppable Rain

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Rain plays ninja assassin Raizo in the upcoming feature directed by James McTeigue. The role allows the Korean heartthrob to flex his muscles, literally.

‘Hip Korea: Seoul Vibes’ follows the launch of Rain’s latest and fifth Korean album ‘Rainism’, and showcases his talent and skills as a musician and performing artiste.

If there was any doubt in my mind about Rain’s ability to entertain, it was banished when the singer-songwriter staged a concert at Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, in January 2007. During that event I witnessed two sides to the superstar. By day, he was mild-mannered Jung Ji Hoon who answered interview questions with a shy smile and a quiet, humble demeanour. But by night, he turned into the wild dance machine that the performer is so famous for, electrifying the stadium with his slick moves and charming looks.

Brief as my encounter with the laconic hunk was, I was thoroughly convinced that the young chap was truly meant to be a star – a far cry from his days of hunger and poverty living with his parents and his younger sister.

He has not forgotten the hard life nor his late mother’s words of wisdom. In a previous interview, the 26-year-old Seoul native proudly stated: “My mum always taught me: Work hard, be humble, and be patient. That has become my motto.” (His mother never lived to see her son’s success as she passed away just before his 2002 singing debut.)

Born on June 25, 1982, Rain (“Bi” in Korean; his dancing apparently was redolent of a rainy day) spent most of his youth honing his dancing skills. He made his foray into the entertainment world in 2000 when he was recruited by the acclaimed JYP Entertainment company, founded by acclaimed producer and artiste Park Jin Young.

After spending several years as a backup dancer, Rain finally released his first album, Bad Guy, in 2002, and in the same year made his acting debut in the drama series Orange.

In a couple of years the young guy became a well-known star in his home nation but it wasn’t until his starring role in Full House (opposite the popular Song Hye Kyo) in 2004 that Rain truly gained international stardom.

The TV show about the romance between a famous actor and a regular woman, which was shown in countries all over Asia, including Malaysia, turned out to be one of the highest-rated Korean series. Rain was also much-hailed for his performance in the show, winning a best actor award at the KBS Awards in 2005.

Striking the iron while it was hot, Rain’s third album – the 2004 It’s Raining – became his most successful album to date, topping most of the Asian charts. It also provided an impetus to the wildly successful Rain’s Coming world tour that kicked off in 2006. The concert series saw Rain enthralling audiences from South Korea to Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, United States, Singapore and, of course, Malaysia.

Rain’s spectacular achievements in 2006 included the release of his fourth Korean album, Rain’s World, as well as his first film role in the Park Chan Wook romantic comedy, I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK. Memorably, he made it to Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World.

Last August, Rain joined well-known Chinese entertainers to sing Beijing, I Love Beijing during the closing ceremony of the 2008 Olympics at the Bird’s Nest stadium.

Now that he has conquered Asia, Rain is currently setting his sight on Hollywood. He has already appeared in one summer blockbuster – as a rookie racer in last year’s Speed Racer directed by the Wachowski brothers. His latest Hollywood assignment is playing the title role of Ninja Assassin (set for release this year).

At the 2008 San Diego Comic Con in the US, Rain told About.com Hollywood Movies that he had learnt taekwondo before the film.

“I learned taekwondo, it’s Korean martial arts. And for this movie, I learned ninja expressions, ninja techniques and ninja martial arts. You’re going to like it.”

And we like his fighting spirit.



....skip....


' Hip Korea: Seoul Vibes’ premieres on Discovery Channel (Astro Channel 551) at 8pm tomorrow, and encores on Tuesday at 6am and 11am.

x x x

credit: rainalice@rainlegend
Sr: soompi


"Hip Korea: Seoul Vibes" will also be aired here in the Philippines today, Feb. 23, 2009, thru our cable Discovery Channel at 8:00 p.m. Enjoy!

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willenette, thx for keeping rain's thread very much alive.:)

Hi docirene - no problem, as long as I have something to share & time to visit. :cool:

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HIP KOREA FEATURES RAIN & LEE BYUNG HUN

Just a little friendly reminder to fellow K-popped! Malaysians that Discovery Channel’s Hip Korea is set to premiere in Malaysia on Monday (Feb 23) at 8pm.

The documentary, which chronicles the rise of the Hallyu partly through the stories of South Korean superstars Rain and Lee Byung-hun, will be aired on Astro Channel 551

The documentary encores the following day (Feb 24) at 11am.

Source: K-popped! (http://k-popped.com/)

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*** So nice to know that these children speak English well. Oh, incense makes him sleepy. :cool:



Feb-22-2009]<Eng.trans>Mnet Japan Rainy Day 13



February12, 2008
Nicon camera CF shooting scene in Angkor Wat of Cambodia.


Rain : I'm unpleasant to the smell of incense.

Q : How do you feel?

Rain : I feel sleepy.

Rain : My hand fan is 'Hello king hing'.(using the fan)


(Rain has a talk with the young monks.)
Director : Won't you try a rehearsal? (to Rain & the children)

Q : What about working with the children?

Rain : It's interesting. They speak English well, we are talking about a map.


(Going up the stairs from the basement)
Rain : They should have made an escalator(out of breath). It's too hot.



source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** Good luck to him for this new business! Oh, a little pricey, huh?:cool:

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Feb-20-2009][Fan Acct] I went to 625 Sinsege department store today morning


I went to 'Six To Five' Sinsege department store in Seoul today morning.
I was originally going to buy some spring wears, but it had more summer wears than spring wears.
I admit its quality. Still, it was a little dear to me, I am just a mere student. however, I was determined to buy one.
I would probably go with my mother next time.

I wanted to take a picture, but it was prohibited.
The shop was already being crowded with customers, though I arrived at 10: 40am.
It took one minute or so to stand in line for paying.
I wish for 625's success!


source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@Rain-Eu // reposted @ sixtofive1982

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090220 MBC Section TV_Park Taehwan (talk about Rain)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB5e2SLkTiw (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB5e2SLkTiw)
credit:happyyouyou@youtube



[Feb-20-2009]<Eng trans>'Park Tae-Whan's talking about Rain in MBC Section ENT News


'Park Tae-Whan' (Olympic swimming champion) seems to be too shy due to exposing his six-pack.
"I can't do like Rain."

The concept of shooting is exactly alike the pose of Rain's performance.

Q : Who do you think is your role model or who do you respect most?
Park : I want to follow the example of Rain, he has a good sense even in fashion.



source : benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** Wow, we can watch online! :cool:

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Watch 'Hip Korea' online

'Hip Korea' will be boradcasted in Asia at KR time 9pm, Feb,23rd Monday, which is US EST 7am, Feb,23rd Monday.

For fans who can not watch discovery channel directly. You may download the software
"TV Ants" from http://tvants.en.softonic.com/ (http://tvants.en.softonic.com/)

After installing the software, you can search for "discovery channel", there will be four showing up, and I'm not sure which one will broadcast "Hip Korea" (Heard the one with dfws as publisher will be, let's wait and see)

Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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*** So, he’s back now in Korea. Wondering what’s this CF shoots mentioned here………. ;)

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09 Feb 23 [Sports Hankook] Rain, Due To Winter Blizzard, Delayed From Heading Home

Summary of Article:

Due to the snow blizzard that hit Germany, Rain was delayed and stuck at the Frankfurt International Airport for 4 hours. According to one of his staff members, he had no choice but to remain in the airport, awaiting to board the next flight out to Korea. He was calm and quiet, and the airport and airline personnel took good care of him. Finally he was able to fly out on the 22nd. Due to the delay, his schedule back in Korea has also been pushed back. His concert rehearsals and CF shootings have been postponed till after the 23rd. Rain was in Germany for the last 7 days and 6 nights on post-production sound-recording work for “Ninja Assassin” and has completed all that he has to do there.


Source: Sports Hankook
Kor to Chi Translation: Cloud China
Eng Translation & Summary: dsl99a@Rain-USA & SexyBi // sixtofive1982.com

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*** This is great news. :cool:

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[Feb-23-2009] Rain who has turned into a splendidly handsome man

Rain rather than a flower, Rain who has turned into a splendidly handsome man

Rain is showing off his another attraction with 'Prepy Look', the latest fashion.
World star Rain has turned into a splendidly handsome man.

Rain who is in activity as a model belonging to Nicon, appeared on the poster of 'Watch Catch Festival' event in preparation for the graduation season.
Nicon is due to present watches with the company's logo to all customers who buy the company's DSLR camera and register certificate of authenticity.

Rain who has expressed a 'Prepy Look' with the blue shirt and beige chino pants which recalls the popular soap opera, 'The Man rather than a Flower', is showing himself standing with bunch of roses in his hands with a shy smile.

Rain has been spotlighted that he was recently selected as one of the 24 hottest stars by a famous America magazine, and his first Hollywood leading film 'Ninja Assassin' will be released in June.


credit to Joseon daily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** Awww……I do like Pizza Hut, too RAIN! Good image, he deserves to be the endorser. :cool:

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RAIN LIKES PIZZA HUT
World star Rain (Jung Ji-hoon), who was just featured in Discovery Channel’s excellent documentary Hip Korea, has been selected as Pizza Hut Korea’s exclusive model!

His contract begins tomorrow (Feb 24) and filming for Pizza Hut Korea’s CF will be in March.

Source: Hankooki (http://news.hankooki.com/photoi/photo_view.php?gisa_id=00083639&cate_code=0101&page=1&sp_code=0101)

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*** Yes………RAIN made to the list. I’m happy that he’s there. He’s an amazing guy - who wouldn’t want to collaborate with RAIN? He has husky & soulful voice. I just love his voice. :cool:

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THE MOST WANTED MALE SINGER TO HAVE COLLABORATION WITH
No 1. Lee Seung Gi (34%)
No 2. Rain (30%)
No 3. Big Bang - Dae Sung (23%)
No 4. DBSK Uknow YoonHo (7%)
No 5. Super Junior Kang In (5%)

source: sharingyoochun (http://sharingyoochun.wordpress.com/2009/02/24/news-the-most-wanted-male-singer-to-have-collaboration-with/)
credit: Datanews + TVXQ Kingdom + Hobbs + MiSu@TVXQIndo.com (MiSu@TVXQIndo.com)

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*** RAIN is a trend-setter........ He's fit to be - being the best body in the entertainment industry. This isn't only recognized in Korea but internationally.:cool:

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Beefcakes roll over for slim Jeans
Read full article here: http://kr.news.yahoo.com/service/news/shel...;newssetid=1352 (http://kr.news.yahoo.com/service/news/shellview.htm?linkid=4&articleid=20090224232707957g0&newssetid=1352)

[skipped unrelated parts]

Popular entertainers have affected the trend, too.
Last year, the singer Rain returned with a leaner body.
When donning body-hugging suits, he appeared more natural and no longer looked as though he was about to burst out of his pants.
Trainers and stylists agreed Rain had the best body in the industry.

[skipped unrelated parts]

- Copyrights ⓒ JoongangIlbo & Joins.com, All rights reserved. -


credits: huangsy@KHJ's thread

Credit : kairu/Bi-music thread-soompi

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*** Wow, I hope he'll do this in all his shops soon.;)

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[Feb-25-2009]Rain's autograph party for the fans.



Rain's autograph party for the fans is due to be held in Cheongjoo 'Six To Five' shop, on February 28 at 4 pm.



credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** I'm so happy for him - More success to all his shops. I'm sure he's more than happy with the outcome of his clothing brand.:cool:

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[Feb-25-2009]Designer Rain, Reactions to the opening day sales are heating up.

Customers' reactions to clothing brand 'Six To Five' which Rain belonging to, are unusual.


Starting with Cheongjoo branch shop last 13th, 'Six To Five' which has brought out total 5 shops, Jeonjoo&Daegu branch shops, Sinsege main shop, and etc, has published Rain's fashion sense and established the distinguished record in sale.


J.Tune Creative, fashion&preofessional enterprise, expressed, "The opening day sales were expectedly over ten million won (about 7,000dollars) and its sale has continued to increase."


We've been treated to the odd sight of the customers, who want to see Rain's fashion sense, standing in a row at the shop to buy the clothing.
When orders were once pressed, the goods were momentarily sold out and reorders were ever rushed.


Especially, at Sinsege main shop which is located in fashion center 'Myungdong', the customers flowed in and out all day, and that is taking overseas visitors' eyes.
By word of mouth, the national brand is expected to be spread out the world soon.


Meanwhile, on-line site of 'Six To Five' is due to sell the limited project goods with the opening of 'Opening Event' page ahead off, before the official sale.

credit to Asia economy
Brief translation by rain bird @ rain-eu

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[Feb-25-2009]
Rain's autography party for the fans schedule to be held in each 'Six To Five' shop


The autography party schedule :

< Saturday, February 28 >
Lotte main shop - 11am
Cheongjoo branch shop - 4pm.


< Monday, March 1 >
Cheonahn Yawoori department store -2pm.


< Friday, March 6 >
Jeonjoo branch shop -1pm.
Daegu Dongseongro branch shop -6pm


< Saturday, March 7 >
Lotte Woolsan branch shop - 1pm
Jinjoo branch shop -4pm


< Sunday, March 8 >
Lotte Nowon branch -11am
Daegu Eunhasengdong banch shop - 4pm.




The event celebrating 'Six To Five' launching :


< One - Scratch Event >
All the customers who purchased the goods in each shop, will receive a chance they can get a lucky number of the scratch ticket. If Rain picture comes out, we'll mail out Rain's autography to the customers' house.


< Two - Rain's autography party Event >
On the autography party day each shop, the first customers, for 30 minutes, can get a chance they meet Rain.





credit to http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.p...ield=&word= (http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=132&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word=)

Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

*** I think the marketing strategy works very well - those contest, voting & considering the desires of fans & customers, the great launching, online shopping mall, and most of all RAIN touring each of his stores/shops around Korea. Aside from the fact that that style & design of this clothing brand is really very good. RAIN mostly designs them & models the clothes. Considering that 6to5 has just opened the sales has been growing & higher in-demand. Big crowds will always be there for these shops due to fans anticipation to see RAIN by chance. :cool:

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[Feb-27-2009]Six To Five (6to5) will be rushing into the marketing.





'Six To Five (6to5)', J.Tune Creative's stylish traditional casual brand, which has been spotlighted due to Rain's participation in its project & design, opened the shops, following, the full-scale marketing will be begun.


6to5 which has made a constant effort like a design contest, netizen vote, and asking general customers to the launching show, announced that Rain who has been in activity as a designer and model will be going on a marketing tour to the department store and the shop across the country, that is making the fashion industry tense.


Starting with Cheongjoo shop last 13th, 6to5 which has brought total 5 shops, Jeonjoo shop, Daegu shop, Sinsege main shop, and etc, has experienced rapid growth in sales, with publishing Rain's fashion sense.


The odd sight ever happened that a big crowd who want to see Rain's fashion sense was gathered each shop and the customers standed in long line to pay the bill. It is demonstrative of Rain's high presence.


Especially, in Sinsege department store located in Myungdong which is a fashion center, Rain's high popularity as a world star was realized that both domestic and foreign customers crowed into the shop.


With 'the professional on-line shopping mall' open ahead off, as part of a project event, 6to5 is expected to sell the selected '6to5 Rain line clothing' and 'SF teddy items' till March 8.


The schedule of Rain's autography part is as follows.
Lotte main shop on February 28, Cheonahn Yawoori on March1, Jeonjoo&Daegu on March 6, Lotte Woolsan & Jinjoo on March 7, and Lotte Nowon &Daejeon on March 8.




credit to Fashion Journal
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu
Credit : jinijung/Bi-music thread

[willenette]

*** Wow, the 1st autograph session will happen tomorrow - If I'm only in Korea during this time, surely, I'd participate in this event. I'd be present in all the schedules of each shop. I'd see to it that I'd be one of the customers for the 1st 30-min. so I could get to see him again. Sigh.....wishing......... & dreaming........ :cool:

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[Feb-27-2009]<The finally settled notice>about 6to5 Rain autography party




Saturday, February 28 :
Lotte main shop -11am
<correction>
(The autography party is due to be held in " the elevator hall for the view" on the first floor of Lotte main shop.
The waiting place for the customers who want to participate in the autography party, is about the revolving door.)


Sunday, March 1 :
Cheonahn Yawoori department store -2pm.
Cheongjoo branch shop - 5pm.


Friday, March 6 :
Sinsege main shop : 11am
Jeonjoo branch shop -5pm.


Saturday, March 7 :
Daegu branch shop : 2pm
Jinjoo Branch shop : 6pm.


Sunday, March 8 :
Lotte Nowon shop : 11am
Dawjeon Eunhaengdong branch shop: 4pm.




*To participate in the autography party, customers of each shop have to stand in line at the entrance outside the shop. The first customers, for 30 minutes, can get a chance they meet Rain.
We hope to you to keep order at the dictation of security guard because each shop doesn't have enough space.



credit to : http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_vi...field=&word (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=133&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word)
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu



Credit : jinijung/Bi-music thread

[michsolo]

[March-02-2009]Rain's 2,000 Korea, China, and Japan fans participated in his autography party.

The 2,000 crowd surged in Rain's 6to5 autography party celebrating the opening.

According to J.Tune entertainment, the customer number of participating in this autography party which has been proceeded since it was begun in Lotte shop last 28th, is calculated at over 2,000 by the department store's side.

His fans who had met with the news that Rain would held the event, formed a long line around the event hall from dawn. It arrested people's eyes that his foreign fans from Hong Kong, China, including Japan, especially entered into the country in a mass.

Also, J.Tune entertainment side said, 'at the event in Cheonahn&Cheongjoo of Choongnam region last 1st,
3 police companies were sent there due to the news that Rain would visit, and the traffic was blocked.' told about his popularity.




credit to star news
Brief translation by rain bird@Rain-Eu

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[Mar-01-2009][Fan Acct]6to5 Cheonahn Yawoori autograph party

My sister and I originally tried to leave for Cheonahn Yawoori 6to5 shop for Rain's autography party at about 7am, but we arrived much later because we over-slept.

My mother gave us a ride there.

Our numbers were 91 and 92, more and more fans began to gather.

I kept on looking at Rain's eyes over his sunglasses during my sister's turn.
I could definitely see his cutely swollen eyes because he was wearing yellowish green color sunglasses.

After a while, my turn came.
When he autographed and shook hand with me, I said a word to him.

Me : I can see your eyes.
Rain : Ah, is that so?

Time passed in a flash.
He seems to sign for about 130-150 fans today.
He wore an ash-color vest and striped T-shirt with Rainism singlasses.

I'll post Rain's autograph picture I took on the site in a few minutes.

Today was a great day for me !
He seems to be the best looking man that I have ever seen.
I felt my body was as light as a feather.

credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@ rain-eu



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[Fan Acct] 6to5 Cheongjoo autography party

Would there be a lot of fans or not?
I was worried for some time, but I decided to go there.

When I arrived at 6to5, it was not yet even 7:30am.
Some allegedly came at 2:00 am, some at 4:00am, and some at 5:00am.
Just before 7:00 am, no less than 30 fans came there.

When Rain finally appeared at about 4:00pm, we received with cheers.
All the fans gathered around him and loudly cheered,

but the bodyguard had the custody of Rain.
And he started as soon as he sit in a chair.

It is now my turn.

I : You are really handsome!
Rain : Thanks a lot.

Then, he first offered his hand to me. His hand was big and warm.

Rain : Your hand is cold.
I : I think so, I feel cold.

After he autographed to me, he said, 'Thank you'
I returned thanks to him too.

I could hardly see the overall view, but he allegedly autographed to about 100fans and only shook hands with about 100fans.

I'm trying to calm down, but can't.
This Rain's autography party will stay with me as a happy memory.

credit to benamoo
Brief tranlation by rain bird-Eu

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*** I’m excited to see the trailer. NA is really coming soon…….. :)

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[Mar-02-2009] Trailer of Ninjia Assassin will be shown in front of Watchmen

http://mymovie.blogbus.com/logs/35958850.html (http://mymovie.blogbus.com/logs/35958850.html)

Brief translation be rainalice:

The first trailer of Warner Bros summer action movie Ninjia Assassin will be shown in front of Watchmen, starting from Friday, 03/06/2009. It will be shown along with the new trailers of Terminator Salvation , Star Trek and Public Enemies.

Credit: mymovie.blogbus.com//shanyya@soompi

[Shareline]

*** I’m excited to see the trailer. NA is really coming soon…….. :)

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[Mar-02-2009] Trailer of Ninjia Assassin will be shown in front of Watchmen

http://mymovie.blogbus.com/logs/35958850.html (http://mymovie.blogbus.com/logs/35958850.html)

Brief translation be rainalice:

The first trailer of Warner Bros summer action movie Ninjia Assassin will be shown in front of Watchmen, starting from Friday, 03/06/2009. It will be shown along with the new trailers of Terminator Salvation , Star Trek and Public Enemies.

Credit: mymovie.blogbus.com//shanyya@soompi



can't wait to see the trailer!...
it won't be missed for the early bird Bi posters for sure
i'll just wait for the link :)

[willenette]

*** Wondering if we need to register first on these sites to hear & listen to the sound? What about the Love Story MV – can we also get to see this online? :cool:

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[Mar-03-2009] Rainism Recollection album will first be revealed off-line

Notice - http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notic ... mp;field=&word= (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=135&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word=)


Hello, I'm Cloud master.
Rain's 'Rainism Recollection album is first due to be revealed off-line, on March 5.
But before this, you can meet the sound source on-line, on March 4.

The on-line sites that Rainism Recollection sound source will be revealed.

March4 : melon, mnet.com, muse, soribada, joos.
March5 : bugs.
March9 : navermusic.


Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Mar-03-2009] Rain's 6to5 Lotte Nowon shop autography party schedule is changed

Notice - http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notic ... mp;field=&word= (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=134&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word=)


The plan of Rain's 6to5 Lotte Nowon shop (Seoul region) autography party that was originally going to be held on Sunday, March 8, 2009, has been changed to Tuesday, March 10, 2009.

Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Feb-28-2009] Mnet Rainy Day 14 Eng Sub


credits
** Subbing Team **
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original vid from Japan 3asian Rain
KR to EN by akrain
Sub production by rainalice and Cin
Uploaded and Presented by RainLegend.com
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Reposting please credit all parties


Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPUpCxJRyXg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPUpCxJRyXg)
Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOyYAb678J8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOyYAb678J8)

from : rainlegend.com

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High F/X Rate a Boon for Korean Singers



The soaring won-dollar exchange rate has prompted Korean singers to look overseas for more lucrative deals. Rain, TVXQ, Jewelry, Shin Seung-hoon and other famed Korean pop singers have upped the number of their engagements overseas. The weakening Korean won against the U.S. dollar and Japanese yen means more earnings for K-pop singers on foreign stages. Their representatives are reportedly very busy planning concerts, fan meetings, and other events in foreign locations.

For instance, Rain held fan meetings in Tokyo and Osaka on January 12th and 14th. He drew more than 3,000 fans at each of four meetings, once again demonstrating the power of his stardom. He’s now planning an Asian tour. TVXQ already released the group’s 26th single in Japan and is getting ready for third Asian tour concerts. Korea’s ballad king Shin Seung-hoon will also release his second regular album in Japan on April 25th. He’ll also tour four cities in Japan from late April to early May.



Credit : KBS World

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*** “clenching my fists like I wanted to kick *** too” – I think I’d do that on impulse, too when I watch the movie. This movie is full of martial art scenes. :)

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[Mar-04-2009] Another comment on Ninja Assassin test screening

by xevin11@imdb

Saw this movie too, today at a special screening and as the OP says its awesome. I'm a big martial arts anime fan and all I can say is that I was clenching my fists like i wanted to kick *** too, whilst watching the fight scenes. True to its name, Ninja Assassin lives up to every word in its title.

To wrap up what an audience member said after the credits rolled "Now that's how you make a movie".

Ooo was also great seeing Joel Silver in the audienc



Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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RAIN TURNS INTO A BALLAD SINGER IN “RAINISM RECOLLECTION”

Rain (real name Jung Ji Hoon) has transformed into a ballad singer.

On March 5, Rain released “Rainism Recollection” with ballad versions of his songs from his 5th album released last year. It has a total of 4 songs, acoustic versions of “9월12일” (September 12), “내 여자” (My Woman), and “사랑이란 건” (Thing Called Love), and a remix version of “Fresh Woman.”

A music video of “9월12일” is expected to release on March 5, when the album is released. “Rainism Recollection” is selling only 30,000 limited copies which includes a 35-minute version of the “Love Story” music video with Ha Ji Won.

Source: Newsen (http://www.newsen.com/news_view.php?uid=200903041413351002&code=100200)
Credit: seoulfull.wordpress.com
Please take out only with credit and do not add any credits.

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*** This isn't new to us because we know even before that RAIN is one of the highest paid entertainers in Korea with so many CFs. Gosh, this guy is such a BANKABLE star at an early age. :cool:

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[Mar-05-2009]How much would star's guaranteed fee cost?



Focusing on Rain:

Star's guaranteed fee is highly confidential, so it is unexposed and is detachedly difficult to gather statistics.

Even if it has been frozen according to the level of the last year because of the economic slowdown, Rain's been selected as a star who commands more than 1billion won a year, per CF, and it is the biggest one among the male stars' deals.

Next to Rain, it is known that 'Jang Dong-Geon' and 'Jo In-Seong' each receive 8 hundred millions won a year.



credit to JES
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** I’m sure his fans would understand for this change. Change of schedule is unavoidable sometimes………it happens normally. :)

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Mar-05-2009] Lotte Nowon event scheduled on March10 will be changed

Notice - http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notic ... otice%2Fnotice.html (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=136&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html)


Hello. I'm Cloud master.

There is no change in the autography party schedule of Friday(6th), Saturday(7th), and Sunday(8th), but the event scheduled on March 10 is expected to be changed by the request of the fans who can hardly participate in it at the weekend.

Its schedule has not been decided yet, but we don't have any schedule on March 10 and are planning to hold the event at the weekend.
We'll notify you as soon as the schedule is fixed.

We are sorry to lead to confusion and will appreciate your participation and concern.
Thank you.

Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu


Schedule - http://www.rainlegend.com/bbs5/viewthread.php?tid=2825 (http://www.rainlegend.com/bbs5/viewthread.php?tid=2825)

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090305 Mnet Wide Ent News_Six to Five Autograph Event
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkBDw3PSCf0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkBDw3PSCf0)
credit:happyyouyou


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[Mar-05-2009]<Eng.trans>Mnet Ent News-Rain's Lotte autography party





A big crowd was gathered in front of a department store in Myungdong from the early morning last weekend, because there was an autography party by world star Rain.

Rain's casual clothing brand which had been spotlighted from start last year-end, has allegedly continued to thrive.

Many of his fans gathering to look at Rain even from a distance.
Continuing, Rain receiving dazzling presents from his fans.

Rain had to hurry through the event for the fans living in other cities.
Rain first got near to the fans looking at him and offered his hand.

Rain has perfectly carried through the work to wear more than two hats.
Hope him to do a bang-up job all the time.



credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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EARLY REVIEW: NINJA ASSASSIN (2009)

March 5, 2009

by Mr. Ironmonkey



http://thewrongstuff.wordpress.com/2009/03...-assassin-2009/ (http://thewrongstuff.wordpress.com/2009/03/05/early-review-ninja-assassin-2009/)

[willenette]

*** Reading about all reviews & compliments about the movie & RAIN, really can’t wait to watch it. Oh, my – I hope & pray that this movie is gonna be a hit! Reading so many reviews now makes me really darned sure that this film is coming soon………… Don’t know what to do…………should I scream, shout? I have mixed-emotion………. Feeling great & nervous at the same time. :)

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[Mar-05-2009] EARLY REVIEW: NINJA ASSASSIN (2009)

Reposting kindly credit back to the poster would be appreciated, thank you.
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source: http://thewrongstuff.wordpress.com/ (http://thewrongstuff.wordpress.com/)

Our guy with the free passes Mr. Ironmonkey saw Ninja Assassin, the new film from the director of V for Vendetta. I have to say after reading this reviw im ******* stoked for this film¡&shy;peep it



¡°I just saw the test screening of this movie with high hopes, mainly because of the badass picture of Rain covered in blood. I couldn¡¯t help but think that this was going to be good, a little action packed, with some ninjas. My brain exploded within the first 5 minutes of the movie starting, I have never been in a theatre full of screaming people clapping, yelling, and laughing all at the same time. It was AMAZING. Let me explain, the movie begins with [skip some spoiler here, please read in original link, and don't repost] Bodies starting getting chopped up, sliced and diced and mutilated. If your a fan of Metal Gear Solid, this movie will remind you of Grey Fox or ¡°The Ninja¡°, when he brutally massacres those men in the hallway. The only difference is that this movie provides alot of it, and that¡¯s a good thing! One minute he is fighting someone, and the next they are stuffed in a laundry machine chopped up into little pieces, it¡¯s crazy.


The most memorable parts I would say other then the intro, was the fight against the ninja¡¯s on the rooftop in the rain and the ending when he finally gets his revenge. Don¡¯t get mad at me if you think I¡¯m giving you too much information because it¡¯s not, you have to see this movie to believe it. You have to experience this movie with an entire crowd of people, it¡¯s a fun entertaining movie that will make you smile and your girlfriend cry. I love it.

That;s not to say it¡¯s all amazing, the story and acting are just filler for them to get to the action scenes. Normally I would hate a movie that does that, but these are GREAT action scenes that when they come out on DVD I will probably watch with my surround sound turned up over and over again. I wish they would have focused the story on just the revenge part of the story and maybe get better dialogue for the ¡°Love Interest¡± scenes. There is a scene that is so bad, and cheesy that if it weren¡¯t for the amazing effects and ninjas I would give this movie a zero. Seriously, he listens to her heart. That¡¯s all I¡¯m going to say, I don¡¯t know if anyone else hated that scene, but I really did.

So basically this movie rocks, it¡¯s got everything from ninjas crawling on walls like insects to God of War style fight sequences where he just obliterates ninjas with his chain sword. It¡¯s like the feeling you get when your first watched the Lobby scene from Matrix, except you¡¯ll feel that alot in this movie. Just set aside your brain at the door and enjoy a ninja flick¡&shy;a badass ninja flick.

4/5

Mr. Ironmonkey¡±

[tarong]

Anyeong Biers!!!

Rain (비) - 9월 12일 Acoustic Version MV
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Dvnt_zGouk

I luv this MV!!!

kala ko kahapon na ipapakita ang trailer ng Ninja Assassin? bakit kaya wala pa?!:confused:

[melai]

hello guys...

share ko lang sa inyo to as in.. super amazing experiece talaga to. i was able to talk to RAIN n skype kanina as in.. syempre my friend and i talk to him n korean. sabi nya bat kami kami marunong mag korean.. so we said na we are n korea right now.. and sa wakas nasabi ko din sa kanya na BI SARANGHE heheh tumawa lang cya hehehe.. and we said that in our country we love him hehehe wwwwwwwwaahhh i will never forget this night sobra.. it was really BI as in.. short lang ang talk namin kc he need to go na kc may shooting daw cya for his movie.. kaloka as in.. wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaaaaahhh

[willenette]

hello guys...

share ko lang sa inyo to as in.. super amazing experiece talaga to. i was able to talk to RAIN n skype kanina as in.. syempre my friend and i talk to him n korean. sabi nya bat kami kami marunong mag korean.. so we said na we are n korea right now.. and sa wakas nasabi ko din sa kanya na BI SARANGHE heheh tumawa lang cya hehehe.. and we said that in our country we love him hehehe wwwwwwwwaahhh i will never forget this night sobra.. it was really BI as in.. short lang ang talk namin kc he need to go na kc may shooting daw cya for his movie.. kaloka as in.. wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaaaaahhh

*** What I know is he completed movie filming already.......... :confused:

[willenette]

*** RAIN, I hope everything works out fine for you. I feel sad every time I read this kind of article. :rolleyes:

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RAIN SUED FOR $40 MILLION


Rain has canceled his “World Tour”. Ji-hoon is to appear in court for fraud-related charges on the 18th

In accordance with American laws, Rain could have appeared on either the 11th or 12th but decided to push it back to the 18th. If he does not appear, he may subject to an arrest warrant from the Hawaiian courts. He apparently plans to attend the trial and cancel his tour… wise decision Mr Jung.

Honolulu promoter, Click Entertainment purchased the rights as promoter to the Hawaiian concert for June 2007. They claim that Rain, (his former management) JYP Entertainment and StarM (host of the World Tour), canceled the concert unilaterally. Thus, they are suing Rain for $40 million.

Meanwhile, in the Korean courts, Click sued Rain and StarM for fraud charges. The Korean courts found them not guilty of all charges since neither Rain nor StarM had intentions of making money from a fraudulent contract. Rain had asked for a special stage to be installed for safety issues as a clause in the contract, but the promoter had ignored this condition. And so Rain had apparently canceled due to breach of contract.

source: seoulbeats (http://seoulbeats.com/2009/03/rain-sued-for-40m/)

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[Mar-09-2009] About Lotte Family Concert 2009 in Seoul

Notice - http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notic ... mp;field=&word= (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=137&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word=)


How are you? I'm Cloud master.

We're going to tell you about 'Lotte Family Concert 2009' of 'Lotte duty-free shop' Rain has acted as a model for the past three years. Lotte Family Concert 2009 in Seoul is due to be with Rain, BigBang, and Super Junior.

1.Date : April 18 (Saturday),2009. Its concrete time and place have not been decided yet.
2.Location : Seoul
3.Japanese fans : The way to participate in it. http://korea.tellmeclub.com/test/lottefamily/top.html (http://korea.tellmeclub.com/test/lottefamily/top.html)

Above-mentioned notice is the decided contents so far.
We'll notify as soon as the schedule is fixed.
Thank you


Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** This sucks…. This company is really digging for the money. $40-M is a lot. This isn’t RAIN’s fault – they're blaming him on something stupid. :rolleyes:

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Rain Sued in US Over Concert Cancellation


Rain



The civil trial against South Korean pop star and actor Rain is scheduled to begin Tuesday in U.S. District Court, The Associated Press reported.

Rain whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon and his producers are being sued over the performer's abrupt cancellation of a June 2007 concert in Honolulu. Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday and Rain could be called to testify as early as Wednesday, AP said.

``He will be appearing at some point in the litigation,'' the performer's Honolulu attorney Jennifer Lyons was quoted as saying.

Hawaii-based Click Entertainment Inc. alleges in the suit that Rain and his producers defrauded it of more than $500,000 paid in licensing fees. Also, it is seeking additional damages for the cost of staging the event, including rental of Aloha Stadium, stage production, travel, hotel accommodations, merchandising and advertising.

The concert was canceled just days before the scheduled June 15, 2007, performance at Aloha Stadium, disappointing many fans who paid as much as $300 for a ticket and flew to Honolulu from as far as away as Japan and South Korea. It was the first stop on the ``Rain's Coming'' U.S. tour.

Performances in San Francisco, Atlanta, New York and Los Angeles were also canceled. The show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles was canceled less than two hours before show time, ``due to issues related to the show's production,'' promoters said. All ticket holders were offered refunds.

Concert organizers at the time said they called off the performances because of a copyright challenge from Nevada-based record company Rain Corp. A Nevada District Court later dismissed the case.

Rain, 26, is widely popular across Asia where his smooth dance moves and sculpted body have earned him the nickname of the ``Justin Timberlake of Asia.'' He also gained popularity with his roles in Korean TV drama series, such as the hit ``Full House.''



Credit : Korea Times

[cfc]

hello guys...

share ko lang sa inyo to as in.. super amazing experiece talaga to. i was able to talk to RAIN n skype kanina as in.. syempre my friend and i talk to him n korean. sabi nya bat kami kami marunong mag korean.. so we said na we are n korea right now.. and sa wakas nasabi ko din sa kanya na BI SARANGHE heheh tumawa lang cya hehehe.. and we said that in our country we love him hehehe wwwwwwwwaahhh i will never forget this night sobra.. it was really BI as in.. short lang ang talk namin kc he need to go na kc may shooting daw cya for his movie.. kaloka as in.. wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaaaaahhh


Hi melai . . . sa dinamidami ng fave mong korean actors kay Rain ka pa nakapagsabi ng Saranhae.

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*** I really hope so. I’m looking forward to watch NA. I hope it will be a success. You can do it, RAIN! First of all, he’s not desperate of trying to make a Hollywood career. But keep trying, RAIN! I wish him the best. It will create more opportunities also for others. :cool:

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Will Rain be able to save his Hollywood career?
Yahoo News (http://sg.news.yahoo.com/xin/20090310/ten-764-will-rain-able-save-hollywood-ca-3c1b9bc.html)

An Asia up and rising star has been given a second chance in Hollywood despite the fallback of his first attempt in movie Speed Racer.

Media film critics said they were impressed by Rain's professionalism when he puts down his status as an idol for Hollywood film Ninja Assassin and fully engage in filming, enduring fights and bruises on his face. The Korean singer's second Hollywood film was rated number 41 among the year's top 50 blockbusters by Times Online.

Despite being given the same simple and short lines for Ninja Assassin, Rain's character in this movie has a larger role to play then that in Speed Race. The last two years in Hollywood has not been smooth sailing for Rain; firstly Speed Racer did not do well at the box office, secondly, Rain had to face a court case from cancelling his Hawaii concert two years ago; Ninja Assassin may be the chance for the unlucky actor to make some achievements.

Even if his movie do not sell and does not make it as a Hollywood actor, his market value as endorsee of products may be enough to see him through for a long period of time. Normally viewed as highly trade secret, Rain's commercial value was exposed by a giant advertising company recently. Standing at a value of S$1.12million even in times of economy crisis, Rain is now the highest valued South Korean star, followed by Jang Dong Gun and Jo In-Sung at a value of about S$900,000.

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*** Pizza Hut looks like another good ad again from him. Can't wait to see the CF. I enjoyed watching for The Making of this ad. For sure, RAIN's stomach became full after filming because of so many takes, which is normal every time you make an ad related to food. He looks so good & cool there. :cool:

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090310 Rain_Pizza Hut_CF Making

credit:happyyouyou

1/2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLBUSH4ESgQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLBUSH4ESgQ)

2/2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLBUSH4ESgQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLBUSH4ESgQ)

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090310 OBS News-Six to Five open event

From: Black01onyx

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEVEOKSgTHs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BEVEOKSgTHs)

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translation

Great actor.
There is nothing he can't do.
World Star Rain has turned into a designer and model.

There was a long line of people waiting for Rain.
Japanese women came as well.

Japanese fan: Rain, I love you. Please come to Japan again.

He has finally appeared in front of his fans.
In Decemeber of last year, he finalized his promotions in Korea and got ready for his Asian promotion.
In order to promote his 6to5 clothing brand, he attened 8 6to5 shops for autographs.
A total of 23,000 fans came to see him at the stores.
Shaking hands again and again.
He had no time to rest because he was continuously shaking the fans' hands.

Rain: The clothes I've designed is available for everyone and I'm thankful that many people like it.
I'm having the autograph parties to show my thanks to my fans. Thank you for loving it (6to5).


Bad guy's sexiness.
His cute smiling eyes has captured the world of entertainment.
He has even appeared in CF's.
His CF's include mobile communication, duty-free shop, and even a pizza model.

The clothing brand which he has designed himself has launched with a successful start.
His online store has sold 20 million won(Korean currency) (USD $13,320) in just two hours after it was open.
His offline store has sold 40 million won(Korean currency) (USD $26,641) in a day.

He is also planning to do activities in Asia such as Japan and Hong Kong.

Rain: The clothes that I've designed make you look skinnier and your legs longer so I think you all will be able to wear it very comfortably while flattering your body.

World Star Rain is a sexy icon who looks good no matter what he wears.
A few days ago in the U.S., Rain's first Hollywood movie as the main character, Ninja Assassin, had its screening.
'The Times' named Ninja Assassin as the 50 most anticipated movies of 2009.

As a designer and movie star, we're sure Rain will be successful.

Rain: First of all, I wish Ninja Assassin would be #1 on box office.
Also, I'd like to make a successful debut as a designer.

There is a lawsuit with Rain from his 2007 Hawaii concert.
He is said to go to the U.S. himself for the case.
We've asked him about his future plans.

Q: Your plans after Ninja Assassin?

Rain: I'm not sure yet, but I'd like to find a good role (for drama, movie, etc.)

Rain is spreading all over the world.
We hope your movie Ninja Assassin will make it to #1 in the box office.

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*** They have good chemistry really with Hyori - I like her! She supported RAIN here. :cool:

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[Mar-10-2009] <Eng.tran> E! News Korea-Rain's 6to5 autography party (Sinsege main shop)




Rain showing the splendid performance as a singer and fascinating the world as an actor,
began a new challenge.


-World star Rain's autography event for the opening of the clothing shop-

"S" department store in Joongku, Seoul, last 6th.
More than 1,500 people without distinction of age or sex were crowded.


Q : How come you are here?
A : I heard about Rain's autography party, I came from Japan.
A : I'd like to see Rain and come from Singapore.

Finally Rain appeared in the shop.
The world star who is giving out light even from a distance.
All eyes turned upon him.
This year, for the first time, he attend the official function after his 5th Rainism activity.


Q : What made you hold the event?
Rain : I wanted to reciprocate my fans' love and support for the clothing brand.


Rain who has showed the various stage costumes as well as the splendid performance, entered into the fashion industry with his talent that can't be hidden.

He held the first launching show on December 23, 2008.
As soon as the brand made it debut, it was a great.

At the opening day, more than 23,000 customers were crowed and the sales reached about 4 ten millions won.
He became to hold this event as a "thank you" to all the customers.
He visited 8shops and met his fans throughout the country, from February 28 to March 8.
Seeing Rain warmed the cockles of the fans' hearts.


Q : Who do you think is the best fashionista?
Rain : Lee Hyo-Li.


She showed off their friendship with wearing the clothes designed by Rain.


Q : What do you say you will do?
Rain : Starting with America, Ninja Assassin's promotion seems to be progressed.
Please support and love me much.
Hope you will be happy and healthy.


credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Mar-11-2009]<Eng,.trans>CF Pizza Hut Making film







Rain singing CF :
Let's enjoy together
Let's enjoy satisfactorily.


Rain chatting up the women eating pizzas :
It really costs 2,000 won?
Please give me some if there is some left.
Shall I sign for you?




credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird.@rain-eu (bird.@rain-eu)

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[Mar-11-2009]<added notice>About Rain's departure time.

Departure time from Seoul: March 15, at 20 :00 by Korean time.
Arrival time : March 15, at 08 :00 by the local time.


<added contents>
Departure time from Hawaii : March 18, at 11:00 by the local time.
Arrival time in Seoul : March 19, at 16 :40 by Korean time.



credit to http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c...t=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=22274&ref=870&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*UPDATED FLIGHT INFO*


Arrival: Honolulu Hawaii, Mar. 15 8:55AM, Flight KE051

Departure: Mar. 18, 11:00AM (local time), Flight KE052
Arrival time in Seoul : March 19, at 16 :40 by Korean time

Credit: Jay@Rain-USA

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09 Mar 10 [AP] South Korea Pop Star Rain's Trial Over Canceled Hawaii Concert To Begin

By Jaymes Song
Associated Press

The civil trial against South Korean pop star and actor Rain is scheduled to begin tomorrow in U.S. District Court.

Rain — whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon — and his producers are being sued over the performer’s abrupt cancellation a June 2007 concert in Honolulu. Jury selection is scheduled to begin tomorrow and Rain could be called to testify as early as Wednesday.

“He will be appearing at some point in the litigation,” the performer’s Honolulu attorney Jennifer Lyons said today.

Hawaii-based Click Entertainment Inc. alleges in the suit that Rain and his producers defrauded it of more than $500,000 paid in licensing fees. Also, it is seeking additional damages for the cost of staging the event, including rental of Aloha Stadium, stage production, travel, hotel accommodations, merchandising and advertising.

The company also claims it has sustained losses of “valuable business opportunities, earnings and income in amounts to be proven at trial.” In addition, the company has “suffered serious and lasting harm to its business goodwill and professional reputation,” the lawsuit said.

Lyons said she typically does not comment on litigation.

The concert was canceled just days before the scheduled June 15, 2007, performance at Aloha Stadium, disappointing many fans who paid as much as $300 for a ticket and flew to Honolulu from as far as away as Japan and South Korea. It was the first stop on the “Rain’s Coming” U.S. tour.

Performances in San Francisco, Atlanta, New York and Los Angeles were also canceled. The show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles was canceled less than two hours before show time, “due to issues related to the show’s production,” promoters said.

All ticket holders were offered refunds.

Concert organizers at the time said they called off the performances because of a copyright challenge from Nevada-based record company Rain Corp. A Nevada District Court later dismissed the case.

The 26-year-old Rain is widely popular across Asia where his smooth dance moves and sculpted body have earned him the nickname of the “Justin Timberlake of Asia.” He also gained popularity with his roles in Korean TV drama series, such as the hit “Full House.”

He has been dabbling in Hollywood in recent years. Rain is scheduled to appear in a leading role in the upcoming action film “Ninja Assassin,” directed by James McTeigue and co-produced by the Wachowski brothers. Rain made his Hollywood debut last year in a supporting role in the brothers’ film “Speed Racer.”

Source: http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/...KING01/90309071 (http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090309/BREAKING01/90309071)
Credit: sixtofive1982.com

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*** He needs our support especially at this very time. :cool:

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Fight for Rain !

Dear all,

I think it is not fair to Rain, the writer said Rain is fast becoming better known to American fans for his lawsuits than his singing.

I totalll disagree.

Also, some people gave Rain bad comment. Perhaps, as Rain's USA or overseas fans might do something for him in here. Although most of us could not support Rain in Hawaii court, we still love him.

Write a comment and tell those people, WHO WE ARE ! Of course, we are ladies! Be nice on wording!

http://www.tmz.com/2009/03/09/ma (http://www.tmz.com/2009/03/09/ma) ... -30-mil/4#c17601860

** No need to register, just provide Name or nickname, email address. After you submit the comment, you will receive an email. You have to verify your comment and respond from your email in order to get approval.
credit:nycuckoo @rain-usa

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Six to Five_2009 S/S Catalog Shooting

source : http://www.6to5.co.kr/sixtofive/media.html (http://www.6to5.co.kr/sixtofive/media.html)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3ZbA2HfC24 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3ZbA2HfC24)



credit:happyyouyou

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*** This is terrific. The site is so nice – I love it! The clothing collection is really pretty – awesome! :cool:

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

Mar-11-2009] 6to5.co.kr officially opened
6to5 website officially opened,
visit http://www.6to5.co.kr (http://www.6to5.co.kr/) to see more Rain pictures!



6to5 Men Collection

http://www.6to5.co.kr/product/pro_men.html (http://www.6to5.co.kr/product/pro_men.html)

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Pizza Hut _ flash

http://www.pizzahut.co.kr/event/2009/Event090309/ (http://www.pizzahut.co.kr/event/2009/Event090309/)

Are you worried how you order pizza?
Now, please enjoy with the Set Menu in Pizza Hut.
You can order easily and get even a happy benefit.


The Set Menu is coming up!
Pizza Hut Set Menu releasing!
The order through the on-line.


credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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09 Mar 11 Rain's Lawyers Counter Contract Accusations

Associated Press

An attorney for Korean pop star Rain today countered accusations of breach of contract in opening arguments of a federal civil trial over his canceled Hawaii concert.

Attorney Jon Crocker said Rain and Seoul-based JYP Entertainment Co. wanted to put on the June 2007 show in Honolulu. But he said the stage hadn’t been completed and there was a legal challenge to use of the name Rain in the U.S.

The attorney for plaintiff Click Entertainment, Eric Seitz, said the company invested more than $1 million for the rights and for staging of the stadium event for which tickets went for up to $300 each.

Seitz accused Rain and his producer of “painful and dishonest business practices.”

Rain himself is expected to testify before the eight-member jury next week.


Source: http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/...G01/90311064/-1 (http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/20090311/BREAKING01/90311064/-1)
Credit: sixtofive1982.com

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Pizza Hut _ flash

http://www.pizzahut.co.kr/event/2009/Event090309/ (http://www.pizzahut.co.kr/event/2009/Event090309/)

Are you worried how you order pizza?
Now, please enjoy with the Set Menu in Pizza Hut.
You can order easily and get even a happy benefit.


The Set Menu is coming up!
Pizza Hut Set Menu releasing!
The order through the on-line.


credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

sayang, we wont be able to enjoy seeing Rain's face on the PH menu or even store window displays and billboards too. kc the phils has its own product endorser, who happens to be diether ocampo, for the last 10 yrs(?). siguro ganun tlga, each country has its respective product endorser.

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K-Pop superstar Rain will take the stand


It's hardly the triumphant return to the U.S. that South Korean pop superstar Rain had hoped for -- an appearance that will do little to further hisstated intention of becoming an "Asian fusion" answer to Ricky Martin.
Confirming anxious speculation that has lit up K-Pop chatrooms fromhere to Seoul, Sunwoo Lee, an attorney representing Rain -- the wildlypopular singer-actor dubbed "the Justin Timberlake of Asia" -- saidthat the performer would appear in court in Hawaii next week to facecharges stemming from his abruptly cancelled concert there in 2007.

"He will appear on Monday," Rain's attorney said.
In court Wednesday, a lawyer for Hawaiian concert promoter, Seung SuLee of Honolulu-based Click Entertainment Inc., accused Rain and hisformer management firm JYP Entertainment of "shameful and dishonestbusiness practices." Lee's civil lawsuit alleges that Rain and JYPbreached a contract and defrauded his company, damaging his businessand reputation. The concert promoter says he lost more than $1 millionbecause of the cancellation.
What can Rain's legion of fans expect to hear when the singer takes the stand?

"Rain has not much to say," Sunwoo Lee said. "He was preparing for aconcert and did his best. He was in good condition to perform and theseother guys weren't ready. They lost money and now they're trying to getthe scoop on Rain. I'm confident they don't have any case."
Compounding the singer's legal difficulties, however, the promoterof Rain's abruptly canceled June 2007 performance at Los Angeles'Staples Center filed a complaint in L.A. County Superior Court suingRain and his management handlers for $30 million. Among the allegationsagainst Rain, JYP and his former Seoul-based production company StarM:breach of contract and fraud.

"Rain has done all right for himself but he's screwed over a lot ofpeople along the way," said the Los Angeles concert's promoter Andy Kim.
Look out for a story about that legal dispute in The Times next week.

Chris Lee

Photo credit: Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times

Courtesy: Los Angeles Times (http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2009/03/k-pop-superstar.html)

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*** Many fans were there to give their support to him. RAIN looks so good & in good mood, too. He was smiling……… I wish him all the best ……… :cool:

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09 Mar 15 Fans Flock To Airport To Catch Glimpse of Pop Star 'Rain'

Fans Flock to Airport to Catch Glimpse of Pop Star ‘Rain’
Written by KGMB9 News - news@kgmb9.com
March 15, 2009 10:04 AM

Fans of the Korean pop star “Rain” flocked to Honolulu International Airport Sunday morning, to catch a glimpse of the celebrity.

“Rain” arrived on Korean Air around 9 this morning.

The South Korean star’s real name is Jung Ji-Hoon. He’s being sued, along with the company that represented him, for pulling out of a concert at Aloha Stadium in 2007.

Attorney Eric Seitz represents Hawaii-based Click Entertainment, which claims it lost more than $1 million dollars in licensing fees and other costs like renting the stadium and building a stage.

But defense attorney Jon Crocker said the concert was called off for other reasons.

He said the special stage with pyrotechnics and a waterfall was not ready.

Not only that, but a Nevada music group also called “Rain” was suing to stop the Korean singer from using that name in the U.S.

“Rain” is scheduled to appear in federal court Monday.

KGMB9 was at the airport and will have the story on the KGMB9 News at 5 and 10.

credit: KGMB9 // reposted by sixtofive1982

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Mar-13-2009]<Eng.tans>Rain mentioned from 2 female entertainers.
[/b]

- In MBC's '7080 Concert' aired on March 8, 2009 -




MC : I heard you correct your juniors' wrong behavior, you're known as a senior like a military discipliner. As compared with the past, how do you feel about the young singers of today?
Jeong Hoon-Hee :
The young singers and I would rather pretend not to know each other.
I can hardly recognize today's seniors, since they are about the same face.
But I think Rain is very nice. He is always polite in his greetings.

MC : I surmised, such a handsome man seems to meet with a favorable reception after all.
Jeong : I should rather think so! (laughter)






- In KBS's 'Happy Together' aired on March 12, 2009 -




MC : I've listened to your radio show. When do you think you need a male star as a partner for the program?
Park Soh-Hyun : I ever had a visit from Rain when I came back to the program as a DJ, and he made a favorable impression on me.

MC : Who do think is your Mr. Right among the stars?
Park : Yes, It's always been Rain!

MC : If you feel that way, you might remain unmarried even in 20 years!

(All burst into a fit of laughter.)



credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu[/color]





090308 KBS_Concert 7080_Jung Hoon-Lee (Talk about Rain)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VLbWqryaqY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VLbWqryaqY)


090312 KBS_Happy together 3_Park So-Hyun(Talk about Rain)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmaC5SarThQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmaC5SarThQ)
credit:happyyouyou

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*** So many fans welcomed him in the airport when he arrived.:)

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[15-Mar-09][honoluluadvertiser] Hawaiian Cloud fan club ready to welcome Rain

Credit: honoluluadvertiser.com
Source: http://www.honoluluadvertiser.co (http://www.honoluluadvertiser.co/) ... e?AID=2009903150305

Posted on: Sunday, March 15, 2009

Hawaiian Cloud fan club ready to welcome Rain
By Wayne Harada

Rain is forecast at about 8:40 a.m. today at the international arrivals area at Honolulu International Airport. That's Rain, as in the South Korean popster-actor also known as Chung Ji Hoon, who is set to arrive on a Korean Airlines flight. Diehard Island loyalists from his Hawaiian Cloud fan club Bi-lieve in him (Bi is Rain's Korean nickname) and will be on hand to cheer him on despite their disappointment that his June 15, 2007, Aloha Stadium world tour concert was abruptly canceled.

The entertainer is required to be in U.S. District Court tomorrow because concert promoters Click Entertainment filed a lawsuit claiming $1 million in losses from the cancelation.

Chief Hawaiian Cloud Bi-liever Geri Mehrtens and other supporters showed up once earlier, hoping Rain would be on a flight last week; he wasn't, but a pilgrimage resumes this morning. Fans are encouraged to show up with lei — "that's so part of Hawai'i's uniqueness," said Mehrtens — but she cautions fans to bring lei that won't affect the entertainer's allergies.

Mehrtens and her group hope to shower Rain — one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2006 — with aloha and make him feel welcome. ...

Reach Wayne Harada at wayneharada@gmail.com.

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My Rain Experience from Audra from Mililani, Hawaii


My friend and website sixtofive1982.com supporter, Ali, and I arrived at HNL at 7:15 this morning. We were greeted by some Rain fans, and wonderful ladies, that had been waiting since 7am. Thankfully, there weren’t too many people there, so we were able to find a perfect spot right in the front and right where Rain would look as soon as he came through the door.

The crowd size grew, as did the anticipation. News crews showed up and awkwardly Ali and I were interviewed by KGMB9 and KITV4. We fumbled a little but got the point across that we were there to support Rain and let him know he still had fans here and that we appreciated him.

Then the moment came. He walked through the doors and the crowd ERUPTED! Screams from 50 year old women filled the air and Rain smiled and waived. He said “Thank you” and “I love you” to all his adoring fans. Ali had put together a beautiful basket for him. It was a Koa wood bowl with the website engraved on the bottom and it was filled with lots of local goodies and some Korean ones, too.

As he passed he shook peoples and hands and I was one of the lucky ones that got to touch him! Such soft hands!! I was too star struck to give him the pineapple I had gotten him, but luckily another Rain fan grabbed it from me and held it out to him. He graciously took it. Ali was so awestruck that she too almost didn’t give him the basket that she so painstakingly put together. But, quick thinker that she is, she yelled “Here” in Korean and got his attention.

When he saw what she was giving him, he looked sincerly touched and I could tell he appreciated it. He moved down the line of fans, greeting and shaking hands and pausing for pictures with grace and patience. The crowd followed him to his waiting car and yelled his name as he got in.

I just want to say a HUGE Thank You to my friend Ali for inviting me. It was truly an amazing experience and something I will never forget.

credit: audra // reposted @ sixtofive1982

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Korean Pop Star Arrives For Trial
Rain Being Sued By Former Promoter

UPDATED: 4:00 pm HST March 15, 2009

HONOLULU — Korean mega pop star Rain arrived in Honolulu Sunday to testify in his federal civil trial this week. Rain is being sued by local promoter Click Entertainment, who lost money when Rain canceled a show in June 2007. Fans arrived early outside of customs to get a glimpse of the singer, and they mobbed the star when he arrived at the Honolulu Airport. Despite the promoter’s qualms with Rain’s cancellation, fans seem to have forgiven the star for not giving the show.
“Well, it was sad because I bought tickets for the concert, but this is better because I’m closer to him,” said Chelsea Toriyama. “I’m not several hundred feet away.” The crush of fans waited anxiously, and some arriving passengers were startled by the big turnout before Rain arrived.

“It’s kind of sad,” said Audra Tumulak. “I would rather have him here on better terms, but we want to show support, show he’s loved here.”

The pop star shook hands and greeted his fans while sheriff’s deputies struggled to keep the surging crowd under control. A few got to hug the popular singer, and many managed to snap photos. “I was standing in the back, was able to get this shot,” said Karen Shinagawa. “He’s so cute.” Fans were happy to see him, although they are disappointed that he won’t be performing in Hawaii. Rain is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.

sr: http://www.kitv.com/entertainment/18937108/detail.html# (http://www.kitv.com/entertainment/18937108/detail.html) // sixtofive1982

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03.15.09 Rain @ Incheon Airport to Hawaii

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIG93bbT3-Q (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIG93bbT3-Q)

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OFFICIAL CLOUD NOTICE MESSAGE 165




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(Notice 165) We believe in Rain

We are holding the event to show our support to Rain whom in trouble time.
Please record your video to show how much you believe in Rain and post it in Youtube.com.
It is sure to show our trust to Rain all of the world.
We hope that this event can be cheered Rain.


Movie Title : We believe in Rain

Contents : Please contain that you and your group support Rain and believe in him.

Language : Any kind of language

Period : Mar 16, 2009 ~ Mar 31, 2009


Please show you Fan's Power and Love to Rain!
We appreciate it if you join this event.



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03.16.09 [StarTribune] Korean Actor & Popstar Reaches Isles For Lawsuit

Credit: Startribune.com
Source:http://www.starbulletin.com/news/hawaiinews/20090316_korean_actor_and_pop_star_reaches_isles_for_lawsuit.html#fullstory
fr : sixtofive1982.com

Korean actor and pop star reaches isles for lawsuit





JAMM AQUINO / [email]JAQUINO@STARBULLETIN.COM[/email]

Korean pop star Rain greeted fans yesterday upon arriving at Honolulu Airport. Rain, whose real name is Jeong Ji-hoon, is here for a civil trial in federal court involving a canceled concert at Aloha Stadium in June 2007. Plaintiff Click Entertainment claims the last-minute cancellation cost it more than $500,000, and is seeking additional damages.



STORY SUMMARY
Although Korean pop sensation Rain came to Honolulu yesterday as a defendant in a federal lawsuit, local fans consider him one of their own.

Gerrie Nakamura, one of several dozen fans greeting Rain at the airport, said that such devotion is part of a “hallyu wave” sweeping the land, a tsunami of popularity of South Korean culture.

“Korean drama fans want to support the movement,” said Nakamura. “The music and drama coming out of Korea are the yin and yang, each one dependent on the other. You have to admire Rain’s ambition, his aspiration for greatness.”

— Burl Burlingame



FULL STORY >>
By Burl Burlingame

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Mar 16, 2009

On the first sunny day after weeks of cloudy weather, Rain came to Honolulu. The irony was not lost on local fans of the Korean pop superstar; it’s just that they hate it when Rain’s name is taken lightly.

“Urrgh. Just don’t say ‘Rain falls’ in a headline,” complained Alishaa Asakura, 70. “That’s the worst.”

You didn’t misread that age reference. The demographic of the 75 or so fans gathered at Honolulu Airport yesterday to greet the K-pop idol tended to skew older and female.

Rain’s fan clubs are named after clouds. Although Honolulu Cloud President Geri Mehrtens, a bowling coach at Moanalua High School, “kind of liked” Rain — real name Jeong Ji-hoon — in the Korean telenovella “Sang Doo! Let’s Go to School,” she wasn’t bitten by the Rain bug until she saw him perform in Las Vegas.

“His talent is just unbelievable, incredible, unreal,” breathed the middle-age Mehrtens. “And his thing is overcoming challenges. See all the gray hair out here? Mothers love him. Sure, he has charisma, but mainly his life story is one of overcoming challenge, from being dirt poor and starving, to a mother who didn’t want him to become a professional. He has a really good heart.”

As for overcoming challenges, Rain is in Honolulu as a defendant in civil litigation, and scattered among the cheerful true believers at the airport were lawyers in dark suits, including Rain’s mainland counsel and manager, Joy Kim.

Rain scuttled a 2007 concert tour just days before a scheduled stop in Honolulu, leaving promoters to pick up the pieces. Hawaii-based Click Entertainment Inc. alleges that Rain and his producers defrauded it of more than $500,000 in licensing fees and is seeking additional damages to cover costs of staging the event.

Asakura — who collects DVDs of Rain, even though they can’t be played on American equipment — said the lawsuit is a bump in the road and that Rain’s huge natural talent and gigantic empathy will win him new fans.

“From the first time I saw ‘Sang Doo,’ I knew he’d be big, the biggest ever, and with a big heart” — spreading her arms wide to illustrate — “like Obama is big. He speaks truth. He needs to show parents that there is integrity in the entertainment business. When I saw Rain perform in Las Vegas, I cried because he is so symbolic of what we need in these times.”

Fan Gerrie Nakamura said that such devotion is part of a “hallyu wave” of South Korean culture sweeping the land.

“Korean drama fans want to support the movement,” said Nakamura. “The music and drama coming out of Korea are the yin and yang, each one dependent on the other. You have to admire Rain’s ambition, his aspiration for greatness.”

A shriek erupts and grows louder, frantic. A pale young man in a Beatle cut sweeps through the International Arrivals exit and waves his hands at the welcomers, who immediately close in like a vise. Other passengers, pulling luggage, frantically try to duck out of the way. The swirling mob descends toward the street, and then Rain leaps in a limousine driven by former TV reporter and private investigator Matt Levi. Total time elapsed: about 30 seconds.

But the memory will last a lifetime. Asakura, her hands still clasped in wonder, steadied herself against a pillar. “I gave a special gift for him through his manager,” she said, “a chi bracelet to give him strength.

“We’re from the rock ‘n’ roll generation, the baby boomers who loved Elvis,” she said. “We’ve been waiting for it to happen to all humanity, breaking the chains of sexuality, freedom and love. When I graduated from high school in 1957, I knew that these kids born today would be star-seeds who don’t have our hang-ups, who would be free to pursue creativity. Rain — he should be given golden keys to the city.”

The trial resumes today in U.S. District Court.

Credit: sciorpiola@RainHK

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03.15.09 [NEWS] Korean Pop Star "Rain" Arrives in Hawaii for Trial

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpQkYbqI6rU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpQkYbqI6rU)

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*** Wooo………..he looks so happy seeing his fans welcoming him in the airport, seeing his fans support. The fans are fantastic. I hope this would be over soon so he could have peace of mind. :)

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09-03-15 KITV-Korean Pop Star ¡°Rain¡± Arrives In Hawaii

Source: KITV.com

http://www.kitv.com/video/18937438/index.html (http://www.kitv.com/video/18937438/index.html)

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*** I've been waiting for this after I saw the photo from another site. He looked so confident, the way he walked.............towards the Federal Court. So happy to see he has several men around him.



03.16.09 Rain Arrives @ Federal Court

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibrsZ-A5gew (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ibrsZ-A5gew)

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March 17, 2009

Pop Star Rain Arrives at US Court

South Korean pop star and actor Rain
arrives at federal court Monday in Honolulu.
Rain, whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon, and his producers
are being sued over the performer's abrupt cancellation
of a June 2007 concert in Honolulu. / AP-Yonhap

South Korean pop star Rain has arrived at federal court in Honolulu to testify in a civil lawsuit filed against him over cancellation of his 2007 Hawaii concert, The Associated Press reported.

Before entering the courthouse Monday, Rain said "Aloha," flashed a "shaka" sign to a handful of fans and was served with papers on canceled concerts in other states, including one in Los Angeles, AP said. He let the documents fall to the ground.

Honolulu-based Click Entertainment is suing Rain and his former agency for breach of contract and fraud for canceling the concert at Aloha Stadium without explanation.

Plaintiffs say Rain kept a $500,000 appearance fee. The Korean star was scheduled to testify Monday afternoon.

The courtroom was packed with fans, all female, ranging from grandmothers to teenagers.

Source: The Korea Times (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/art/2009/03/135_41428.html)

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16-Mar-09]Rain says he doesn't know why Honolulu concert was canceled

Credit: Rain-Asia
Source: honoluluadvertiser

Updated at 5:22 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2009





A man attempted to serve Korean pop star Rain with legal papers as he entered federal court this morning. Rain is being sued by a Honolulu promoter for canceling a 2007 concert planned for Aloha Stadium. The legal papers, which Rain let fall to the ground, represent a similar lawsuit from a Los Angeles-based promoter.

BRUCE ASATO | The Honolulu Advertiser

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By Will Hoover
Advertiser Staff Writer

South Korean pop star Rain took the stand in his civil trial in federal court today and said he did not know why his 2007 concert at Aloha Stadium was canceled.

Rain, whose real name is Jeong Ji-hoon, testified that he was looking forward to performing in Hawaii but his management team made the decision to cancel the show.

When pressed by plaintiff's attorney Eric Seitz, Rain testified that at one point he was told that the concert had to be canceled because security was deficient at Aloha Stadium.

"My part is on the stage performance," Rain said through an interpreter. "Everything else is arranged by the management team."

Rain said he would like to perform in Hawaii "as soon as possible," but only if he was certain that security was adequate.

The courtroom was packed with about four dozen Rain fans, almost all of them women.

Earlier in the day, Rain walked briskly into the courthouse accompanied by at least two men who appeared to be bodyguards.

As he entered the court, a process server tried to hand him papers from Andrew Kim, a Los Angeles-based promoter who also is attempting to sue Rain over a canceled concert. Rain refused to accept the papers and let them fall to the floor.

The Honolulu lawsuit was filed by Seung Su Lee, president of Honolulu-based Click Entertainment Inc. Lee is suing Rain and his former agency, Seoul-based JYP Entertainment Co., for breach of contract and fraud for Rain's cancellation of a 2007 concert at Aloha Stadium without explanation. Rain kept a $500,000 appearance fee.

Kim alleges the same thing happened to him in Los Angeles.

Lee testified last week that the last-minute cancellation cost him $1.5 million and damaged his business reputation. He also said Rain and his traveling entourage of 90 people never intended to perform in Hawaii, saying the crew never applied for proper visas.

from:rainhk

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[16-Mar-09] [KITV] 'Rain' Testifies Over Canceled Concert

Credit: Rain-Asia
Source: KITV

Korean Pop Star Arrives At Honolulu Federal Court

POSTED: 12:43 pm HST March 16, 2009
UPDATED: 5:40 pm HST March 16, 2009

HONOLULU -- Korean pop star "Rain" arrived at Honolulu federal court on Monday morning to testify in a lawsuit against him over a canceled concert at Aloha Stadium.

Rain is being sued by local promoter Click Entertainment, who lost money when Rain canceled a show in June 2007.

Fans flocked to Rain's arrival at Honolulu International Airport on Sunday. Fans were happy to see him, although they are disappointed that he won't be performing in Hawaii.

Local promoter Click Entertainment is suing Rain, whose real name is Jung Jihoon, and his former management company for canceling an Aloha Stadium concert slated for June 2007.

Rain tossed papers served to him on the ground as he entered federal court. The papers said a Los Angeles promoter is suing Rain for the same canceled North American tour in 2007.

A local promoter said he is owed about $3 million and accuses Rain and his management company of fraud.

Some fans were at the trial to show they have no hard feelings and want him back.

"That's exactly what we hope. We want him to come back and perform in Hawaii," fan Elaine Ikeda said.

On the stand, Rain said he got $5 million for the tour. He said he had no idea why the U.S. concerts were cancelled. He has experts handling that.

Rain made fans happy by saying he would love to perform in Hawaii.

"I thought his tone and demeanor were really humble, and I thought it really, especially through the interpreter, conveyed the sense that a lot of people were involved with the concerts and he was trying explain his side of the story," one fan said.

"When he was basically saying he would love to come back here and he really appreciates his fans, and definitely when he was leaving the courtroom he gave us that little wave definitely to let us know that he loves us, too," another fan said.

from:rainhk

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*** “.He let the documents fall to the ground. “ – Courtroom being filled with all the female fans – hahaha – the courtroom sounded really packed – Hope RAIN wasn’t uncomfortable, though. :)

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Rain arrives at US court
Straits Times (http://www.straitstimes.com/Breaking%2BNews/Lifestyle/Story/STIStory_351119.html)

HONOLULU - SOUTH Korean pop star Rain has arrived at federal court in Honolulu to testify in a civil lawsuit filed against him over cancellation of his 2007 Hawaii concert.

Before entering the courthouse on Monday, Rain, said 'Aloha', flashed a 'shaka' sign to a handful of fans and was served with papers on cancelled concerts in other states, including one in Los Angeles. He let the documents fall to the ground.

Honolulu-based Click Entertainment is suing Rain and his former agency for breach of contract and fraud for canceling the concert at Aloha Stadium without explanation.

Plaintiffs say Rain kept a US$500,000 (S$770,980) appearance fee.

The Korean star was scheduled to testify on Monday afternoon.

The courtroom was packed with fans, all female, ranging from grandmothers to teenagers. – AP

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*** My first time to hear this cosmetic brand - Wondering is this only available in Korea? Can't wait to see the ad soon.:)

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[Mar-17-2009] Rain signs 1.5 billion won CF contract with Nature Republic
KR to CN by 小曹曹 @cloudchina
CN to EN by rainalice@rainlegend

J.Tune，‘Rain’ 1.5 billion won CF contract with make up brand Nature Republic

J.Tune Entertainment announced on 17th that Rain has signed 1.5 billion won contract with make up brand Nature Republic, as model for this brand's CF. The contract is worth 1.5 billion won (about 1 million US dollars)


J.Tune，‘Rain’15亿（韩币）Nature Republic化妆品广告合约

J.Tune Entertainment 17日宣布了其下所属歌手‘Rain’签订了出演Nature Republic化妆品的广告模特的合约。合约金额为15亿（韩币）。

source：http://www.edaily.co.kr/news/sto ... 405&OutLnkChk=Y
from:rainlegend

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*** I’m happy to read this. :cool:

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Mar-17-2009] Just got the updated news, Rain Testifies over

Notice - http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/b ... _what=&keyword= (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=22871&ref=1009&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Just got the updated, the trail was finished.

Thanks for All Cloud support, the process was completed smoothly.

We are expecting the good result.

Thanks for Hawaiian fans, they prepared a lot of things, thanks so much.



Credit : Cin/rainlegend

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*** So, by this time, he already left Hawaii.:cool:

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[Mar-17-2009] Rain's Hawaii Schedule has been changed

http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/b ... _what=&keyword= (http://rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=557&board_id=b_08042315351519&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

Rain's Return Schedule has been changed.

Departure from Hawaii on 3/17 KE052 11:00

Arrival Incheon on 3/18 16:40



Credit : nycuckoo/rainlegend

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*** I have a DVD copy of this Road for Rain........ so cool watching it.:cool:

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17 Mar 2009 - Mnet Japan Road for Rain Part 1

Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ngz8RncsNG8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ngz8RncsNG8)

Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HeKoHyhbMs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HeKoHyhbMs)

Part 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd9I1y-jNgc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd9I1y-jNgc)

upload: happyyouyou-youtube
credit: RAIN Germany

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*** He won this in Round 1, I hope he’s going to win again on Round 2. :cool:

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[Mar-17-2009] Vote for Rain in Battle of the Pop contest at Channel V

credit to rainydream08@rainlegend

To every Rain fans please vote for him in this contest in channel V

http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/1813.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/1813.htm)

jus a quick register, then you can vote (by clicking image on the webpage), but only once in each round. The contest ends March 29th, please please spread the words <3 AJA AJA FIGHTING RAIN <3 all the best to him on his way to further successes ^^

It¡¯s the Battle of the Pop: Asia vs America!

The best of pop music in Asia and the U.S. are going head to head for the Channel [V] Pop Star throne. Asia ¨C the emerging arena for fresh pop sound ¨C and the USA ¨C the birthplace of pop ¨C are stirring international waters with the biggest mainstream battle of the year. Akon vs Rain, Nidji vs The Killers, BOA vs Miley Cyrus ¨C Can you choose sides between the best of the best?

[V] is adding fuel to the musical fire by letting you pick sides! Join the battle by selecting your favorite artists in different music genres and tell us why they are the best. We¡¯ll tally up the votes and show you who reigns superior on March 29th, all day between the hours of 6am and 6pm.



Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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*** This is great news indeed. I hope he would return to the small screen soon. :cool:

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[Mar-18-2009] Rain plans to return to the domestic home drama.

Rain has been ready to get back in activity as an actor in 3 years since he starred drama "The killing love" with a great acting, which was departed in late December, 2005.

Some drama studio people concerned have a great interest in his acception or rejection, waiting for only his selecting the scripts.

When it has been known that he's going to appear in the domestic drama, competition among the producers for casting him is keen.


credit to star news
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Hawaiian Cloud Sadly Bids Aloha to Bi...

by BIGrrr@rain-cloud

Our dear Bi's whirlwind visit to Hawai'i ended with his departure at 11 am this morning which so saddened his Hawaiian fans.
True to form, Bi generously accepted gifts, leis and signed autographs as he had done throughout his 48 hours in Hawai'i - so accomodating!

After the ordeal of an unpleasant trial, his supporters so wanted him to stay just a little longer so he would be able to relax, unwind and enjoy Hawai'i's tranquil climate, BiUtiful scenery, fragrant flowers and especially the warm friendly people.
The difficulty of coping with his leaving will be just a wee bit easier because he has promised to return to Hawai'i.

Re the trial: US Federal Courts are very cold austere environments
with very strict rules. The whole atmosphere is very sombre and unfriendly.

However, Clouds everywhere would have been so proud of Bi as he testified. He was straight forward, displaying confidence wth humility and respect.

He maintained his composure under very difficult direct interrogations, staying calm, answering in his deep melodic voice.

Fans in the packed court room stifled their emotions whenever Bi spoke. It was painful to sit and watch our Ji-hoon ssi being questioned.
But, he stayed the course and did extremely well - we wanted to applaud and cheer for him when his testimony was completed!

The jury will begin its deliberations tomorrow morning (Wednesday 3/18).

It's pretty obvious that all of our prayers worked as our Bi was courageous under very trying conditions.

Please continue offering your prayers so the jury will analyze the
evidence which will show that Bi should NOT be held liable for the
Hawai'i concert's cancellation.

We apologize for this late posting; but, we were at court immediately after seeing Bi at the airport and spent time after court reviewing and discussing the final arguments...some of us have gone without sleep over the past few days.

Aloha to Clouds everywhere. BIg thanks for your show of support and love for Bi and his Hawaiian Cloud.

It is so heart warming to read your uplifting posts...gamsahamnida... (+_+)

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** * I hope this would turn-out good for his side. Kudos to the Hawaiian fan club, they had showed RAIN their support all the way! :cool:

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[Mar-17-2009]South Korean Pop Star RaIn Awaits Fate In Civil Trial Over Canceled Hawaii Concert



A lawyer told federal jurors that South Korean pop star Rain and his handlers “acted disgracefully,” allowing a Hawaii promoter to continue working and spending thousands for a concert they never intended to perform.

By JAYMES SONG

Associated Press Writer
HONOLULU —

A lawyer told federal jurors that South Korean pop star Rain and his handlers “acted disgracefully,” allowing a Hawaii promoter to continue working and spending thousands for a concert they never intended to perform.

Attorneys on both sides presented closing arguments Tuesday in a civil trial involving the cancellation of Rain’s scheduled 2007 concert in Honolulu. The performer faces a similar lawsuit in Los Angeles, where his show at the Staples Center was scratched a couple hours before show time.

Hawaii-based Click Entertainment Inc., owned by Seung Su Lee, alleges Rain and his managers breached a contract and defrauded it of $500,000 in rights fees, plus nearly $1 million in other expenses to stage the event.

Attorney Eric Seitz said the “rug was pulled out” from under his client by dishonest corporations that didn’t care that Click was continuing to promote and spend money for the concert.

“They acted disgracefully in respect to Hawaii,” Seitz told jurors. “We ask you to hold them responsible.”

Rain’s concert was canceled just days before the scheduled June 15, 2007, event at Aloha Stadium, disappointing many fans who paid as much as $300 for a ticket and flew in from as far as away as Japan and South Korea. It was supposed to be the first stop on the “Rain’s Coming” U.S. tour.

Jon Crocker, lead attorney for Rain and his former agency JYP Entertainment, said his clients fulfilled their obligations, alleging other promoters and Click were responsible for the cancellation. He noted that Click’s contract was with a promotion company named Revolution Entertainment, owners of the North American rights to Rain’s concerts.

“This is the contract. We’re not on it,” Crocker said. “It’s between Click and someone who’s not here.”

In 2006, JYP sold its license for the “Rain’s Coming World Tour,” which at the time was selling out arenas across Asia, to Star M Entertainment for $10 million. The following year, Star M sold the North American rights to Revolution for $2.25 million.

Click has been awarded deferred judgments against Star M and Revolution, both of which no longer exist.

Crocker said JYP’s obligation was to turn Rain into a superstar, which the talent agency did. And Rain was ready for the show.

“The evidence shows Rain was always both willing and able to come to Hawaii to perform,” he said.

Crocker said three reasons why his clients should not be held responsible included that no money was paid to Star M by Revolution, Rain had no rights to use his name in the United States because of a copyright challenge in Nevada and there wasn’t a stage ready in Hawaii.

He said there was only about $3,000 unaccounted for in Click’s expenses, far less the company claims.

Seitz told jurors he gave Crocker an “A-plus” for putting on a show, but called it “one of the most dishonest presentations I have ever heard.”

“He’s not giving you evidence. The evidence was given … on the stand,” Seitz said.

Rain testified Monday for about 90 minutes. He told jurors he had every intention of performing in Hawaii and other U.S. states, but a series of abrupt concert cancellations were out of his control.

The trial, in its second week, has been complex, involving several companies with multiple contracts and e-mails in two languages, and hours of testimony in Korean. There were instances of questionable interpreting, as well as some testimony lost in translation.

There was also mass confusion created by trying to convert South Korean won into U.S. dollars and vice versa, including when a JYP executive repeatedly told the court Rain earned $1.2 billion a month, “with a ‘B,’” which promoted Senior U.S. District Judge Alan C. Kay to say, “Sounds like a bailout plan.”

The seven-member jury is scheduled to start deliberations Wednesday.



Source: http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nati...praintrial.html (http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2008877906_apraintrial.html)

credit:sixtofive1982

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RAIN, LEE EUNMI, ANDY: 2ND GENERATION OF SINGERS-TURNED-PRODUCERS


After Lee Soo Man, Yang Hyun Suk and Park Jin Young, a new generation of singers-turned producers has emerged - Andy, Lee Eunmi, Rain.

Lee Soo Man, Park Jin Young and Yang Hyun Suk has groomed many of Korea’s top stars. Lee Soo Man’s SM Entertainment has produced countless stars from H.O.T to DBSK and Boa; Park Jin Young’s JYP Entertainment has groomed Rain and the Wonder Girls; and Yang Hyun Suk’s YG Entertainment has produced Se7en and Big Bang among others.

After them, the new generation of producers, with their own unique styles, are now grooming newcomers too.

Shinhwa member Andy has recently introduced the male duo Jumper, whom he has produced for. The duo made their debut with a likeable pop song that showcases their vocal abilities, and has attracted much attention since production began.

(non-related info omitted)

A challenging road lies ahead of them, and it is with much anticipation as we see if they are able to outshine the current producers who are now leading the Kpop scene, and gain further success.

source: absolutshinhwa (http://absolutshinhwa.wordpress.com/2009/03/19/090319-rain-lee-eunmi-andy-2nd-generation-of-singers-turned-producers/)
credit: Osen
chinese translations by: 草木番茄@andy4ever
english translations by: absolutshinhwa

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*** He’s so systematic – he wants everything in black & white, everything written down. “Mr. Picky, RAIN” – hahaha :cool:

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09 Mar 19 [Asia Economy] Rain, The Full Story of His Fashion Brand Establishment To Be Revealed


Rain, who recently turned into a fashion designer, exposed his experience of establishing "Six To Five" in an episode of "Olive Show Season 2".

At that time, Rain gave directions to every process of work; from the procession of the models to the design of the stage. The praises and feedback from the audience were very positive.

This program will be the first of its kind in Korea to reveal never-before-seen photo shoot sessions of Rain's fashion brand ads as well as its the establishment, hence drawing much attention from TV viewers.

Apart from this, fellow designers working with Rain, designers from the Rainism project as well as Rain's dance team who has been with him since his debut will all speak freely and openly about their thoughts and own experiences with his unique passion for fashion.

They said that whenever Rain shows up at the office, everyone will anxiously bury themselves in work. One of the head designers of "Six To Five" said, "Whatever Rain says or whatever he wishes should be written down, because during an extremely busy time it might lead to certain things being forgotten, but also during situations where he comes back and asks about certain things, so you can't even relax from that kind of anxiety." The designers even term him as 'Mr. Picky Rain'.

(Deb's Note: Skipping the rest, it just talks about the female hostess of the show interviewing him and asking him for suggestion on the kind of fashion style he should give her. More to reveal in the program.)

"Clothes are an expression of one's self-confidence"--these words of Rain, and the complete story of the establishment of his fashion brand entitled "Rain Fashion Project Rain's Camp" will be broadcast on March 19th and 26th, a 2 week-period of "Olive Show Season 2".


Source: Asia Economy
Kor to Chi Translation: 小曹曹@Cloud China
Credit: dada@RainHK
Chi to Eng Translation: dsl99a@Rain-USA/SexyBi/sixtofive1982.com (dsl99a@Rain-USA/SexyBi/sixtofive1982.com)

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US Court Orders ‘Rain’ to Pay $8 million



Korean singer and actor Rain's agency said Friday it will soon decide on its response to a U.S. court ruling ordering it to pay some $8 million in compensation for canceling a concert in Honolulu in 2007.

"This is a result we would never have expected," said Jung Wook, president of JYP Entertainment. "We will decide our future course of legal action in a few days after discussing it with attorneys who are on their way back (to Seoul)."

On Thursday, a Honolulu federal jury found Rain and his agency guilty of breaching a contract with Click Entertainment Inc. to perform a concert two years ago and ordered them to pay the Hawaiian promoter punitive charges and compensation.

Rain's concert was canceled a few days before the scheduled date of June 15 in 2007 at Aloha Stadium, the first stop on his U.S. tour. The tickets were sold for maximum $300 each.





Credit : Korea Times

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*** I do hope that he can resolve this soon. I really feel bad for RAIN. :cool:

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SKOREA’S RAIN HIT WITH 8-M DOLLAR COURT JUDGEMENT


SKorea's Rain hit with 8 mln dlr court judgement
MSN News (http://entertainment.sg.msn.com/news/article.aspx?cp-documentid=2877846)

Agents for South Korean star singer and actor Rain said they are consulting their lawyers after a US court ordered them to pay more than eight million dollars for cancelling a concert in Honolulu in 2007.

"This is a result we would never have expected," Jung Wook, president of JYP Entertainment, told Yonhap news agency. "We will decide our future course of legal action in a few days after discussing it with attorneys who are on their way back (to Seoul)."

On Thursday a Honolulu federal jury found Rain and his agency had breached a contract with Click Entertainment to perform a concert almost two years ago. It ordered them to pay the Hawaiian promoter punitive damages and compensation.

Rain's concert was cancelled a few days before its scheduled date of June 15, 2007 at Aloha Stadium, the first stop on his US tour. The tickets cost a maximum 300 dollars each.

Click Entertainment said the cancellation cost it more than 1.5 million dollars and its business reputation was damaged. Rain argued that the concert stage was not properly set up for him. He also said he was unable to use his name in the United States because of a copyright challenge from a US Beatles tribute band also called Rain.

The 26-year-old singer, whose real name is Jung Ji-hoon, is one of South Korea's biggest celebrities and has a big following across Asia.

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*** Finally.............November 25.............:cool:

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[Mar-19-2009]Date set for 'Sorcerers'[Variety]

http://www.variety.com/article/V ... egoryid=13&cs=1 (http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118001438.html?categoryid=13&cs=1)

......

Also on Thursday, Warner Bros. made additions and changes to its 2009 calendar. Studio will open James McTeigue's "Ninja Assassin," instead of horror pic "The Box," on Nov. 25, with "The Box" now bowing Oct. 30. Studio originally intended to open "Ninja" in 2010.

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Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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Jury rules against Korean pop star for $8 million



South Korean pop star and actor Rain and his managers on Thursday were ordered to pay a Hawaii promoter more than $8 million in damages for canceling a 2007 concert in Honolulu, according to news reports.

The AP reported that federal jury found Rain, his agency JYP Entertainment Co. and two South Korean promotion companies breached a contract to perform and defrauded Click Entertainment Inc.

Nearly $5 million was for punitive damages, with Rain and JYP each ordered to pay $2.4 million. An additional $1 million was awarded for damages related to the fraud and $2,286,000 was given for breach of contract, the report said.


Credit : Korea Herald

[docirene]

rain, we love you.

AJA AJA FIGHTING!

we will pray for you! :)

[willenette]

*** I couldn’t agree more with his CEO, JDW that it’s nonsense for the court to charge him $8-M for this case. I’m happy to know that they’re taking firm actions step by step on this. I really hope & pray that his US debut plans & his upcoming movie won’t be affected by all these mess.



About the 2009 TIME 100, I hope he’ll be again included in the list. :cool:

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21 Mar 2009 - Rain to take action against 8 million dollar reparation judgment

“will take action step by step.”

Top star Rain announced that he will “take action step by step” regarding lawsuit on 2007 World Tour cancellation. On 20 th of March, Rain and his previous agency JYP Entertainment (a.k.a JYP) was charged 8,086,000 dollars from Hawaii Federal Court regarding the cancellation of Hawaii concert.

The 8million dollars worth of reparation includes 2.4million from Rain and JYP each which adds up to 4.8million, 1million of compensation, and 2.28 million regarding contract violation.

If the federal judge accepts this decision puts it into effect, the plaintiff will take hold of the right to seize the revenues Rain produces in U.S and JYP’s domestic asset. But the federal judge can turn the tides
if he or she thinks the decision was unfair. For this, Rain’s agency said that they will “take firm yet steady actions”.

'Jo Dong-Won', CEO of Rain’s agency J.Tune Entertainment, said regarding Hawaii Federal Court’s decision that “it doesn’t make sense that the Federal Court would charge 8million dollars for a case that has been cleared of suspicion in Korea. We will take legal actions.”

The reason for Rain’s agency taking such firm actions instead of coming to an agreement is to stop the case from spreading and getting into Rain’s plans of international schedules this year.

Rain is looking forward to his first Hollywood movie ‘Ninja Assassin’, album release in U.S, as well as major concerts in Asia. It is possible that his first step towards the international stage as a singer and an actor can be interfered by the legal dispute. In addition, other than the Hawaii concert cancellation awaits a 30 million dollar lawsuit from Andrew Kim, the domestic promoter for the cancelled concert that was supposed to take place on June 30th, 2007 in LA.

Regarding the LA promoter’s lawsuit, J.Tune once announced that they are willing to “take firm legal actions against legal disputes that have no proof and damages the artist’s honor.”

Meanwhile, on 20th when Rain was charged 8 million dollars from the court, he was named once again as a candidate of the most influential 100 people in the world through on-line vote by American news weekly 'The Time', that was conspicuous.

credit to Sports Donga
Brief translation by rain bird-rain-eu
credit: RAIN Germany

[willenette]

*** At least, I could understand now what the video said.:cool:

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Mar-21-2009]<Eng.summary>Olive TV's Rain's camp, the 1st part



*This is the story about the process of launching 6to5 brand *

All of the Rain / Rain's camp


Rain's 1st album 'Bad Boy' was released on May, 2002.
The 2nd album 'Runway from the Sun' was on October, 2003.
The 3rd album 'It's Raining' was on October, 2004.
The 4th album 'I'm Coming' was on October, 2006.
The 5th album 'Rainism' was on October, 2008.


*Rain's daily work:

6~9pm : dance composition meeting
9~12pm : 6to5 brand meeting.
12~2am : dance rehearsal.
2~3am : 6to5 brand meeting.
3~4am : vocal rehearsal
4~5am : 6to5 brand meeting.


The clothing concept for the 1st album : The Oriental concept.
The clothing concept for the 2nd album : The western concept using sunglasses.
The clothing concept for the 3rd album : The cowboy concept using a big buckle.
The clothing concept for the 4th album : The tough guy concept using a military uniform.


*People around Rain says about him :

-Rain is detail.
-He always takes care of everything,
-He always makes a constant effort.
-He works to his heart's content,
-He is like a strict teacher.
-He always works hard.
-He has a good figure.
-He makes a stage costume clothes by common clothes.

Rain : I variously clothed myself in former days.


*The 5th album concept meeting :

Rain : I'm trying to dress formally and have good manners in stage costume.
(He shows a good example, pretending to gird a scarf round his waist.)


*People around Rain says about him:
-He personally slants toward reflecting his own ideas, and comparing notes.

Rain : I'll dying my hair dark red.
What is your opinions about my wearing sunglasses again? (to the staffs)


* The 5th album jacket shoot scene.

-He has a great interest in clothing.
-He doesn't put on famous brand clothes.
-Though he doesn't try to dress stylishly, he always looks super.


* 6to5 brand has stably taken its place in the fashion world.

Rain : I like Gucci's designer Tom Ford and prefer Raloh Lauren's style.
6to5 brand concept is formed with all-around one source.
Its concept is a casual and active brand, including blue jeans and jackets.
I usually offer my ideas to the expert.

-He advises us how to prepare on occasion.(the head designer of 6to5)

Rain : I'm always thinking about being in advance of the time, so I'm trying many ways.

-He ever got the stick because of his apparel at the press conference before last Japan fan meeting.
(Rain's stylist)

Rain : I used to be reviled since my exceptional appearance.
Rain : 6to5 brand jeans are a complement to the thick thigh.


Working hard, Rain has challenging positions not to be afraid of any failure.

credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** I watched them all. All of them who made these clips are amazing. :)

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[Mar-20-2009] Please go to YT to view We believe in Rain vids

source:
http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/comm ... _what=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=571&board_id=b_08042315351519&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfB6G7IxX0E (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfB6G7IxX0E)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XR6mhabcCY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XR6mhabcCY)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sAt_Rv_We0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sAt_Rv_We0)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXZXc2edLGs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXZXc2edLGs)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKCRbkbUnHI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKCRbkbUnHI)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjVYKoR8oHI (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjVYKoR8oHI)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hv454XtrFs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hv454XtrFs)



Credit : rainalice/rainlegend

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Rain Loses Lawsuit in Hawaii



Korean pop star Rain has lost a lawsuit filed against him for cancelling a concert in 2007. A Hawaiian jury Thursday morning imposed a damage compensation of more than 8 million dollars for Rain and his then management company, JYP Entertainment.

Rain was supposed to kick off his U.S. tour in Hawaii back in summer of 2007, but abruptly cancelled the show. Hawaii-based Click Entertainment said the singer breached his contract, bringing the company to lose 1.5 million dollars. A Click Entertainment official claimed that Rain never made any attempt to address the problem or even apologize to his fans in Hawaii for failing to put on the long-awaited performance. A similar lawsuit is pending in Los Angeles, where he also cancelled his concert.

Although Rain and his associates said they will file for appeal, legal experts project the appeal won’t be accepted and the trial is essentially over. Despite the gloomy prospect for appeal or a deal with the prosecutors, Rain is reportedly reluctant to accept the ruling and looking at all the options. He’s said to be psychologically crushed by the fraud verdict.



Credit : KBS World

[willenette]

*** I'll always be so proud of RAIN! I hope he keeps trying & not give up. He has been working hard on everything that he has now. :cool:

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03.24.09 [CLOUD NOTICE] It is time to show the power of the cloud.

It is time to show the power of the cloud.

Now is the time we cloud must act for Rain. We were always proud of Rain and he did his best in everything.
The decisions made in Hawaii on such a person is biased and happened because the jury did not know about the truth except for the distorted truth in the media.
We cloud must pull ourselves together to tell the public about the truth and must show an active and group activity as the world’s clouds to save our artist.
This is the only way to put things straight and believe that the fans must to something other than what the agency is doing.
This is a really serious issue so we ask for your active participation.

[Please submit petitions to the Hawaiian court regardless of on or offline.]
We ask all the clouds to submit petitions in their mother language. And let them know that such many countries are taking this issue seriously.

You do not have to think of the petition as something hard.
You can write it in your own language.

However, please restrain from using expressions such as the judgment was wrong or unfair because it might make them think that we our looking down on their judgment.
Instead, say that they have misunderstood Rain.
That he is not the type of person who would walk away from a concert intentionally.
Or that he held his concert despite his elbow injury etc…
It is not a protest against the judgment, but it is to solve the misunderstanding.

[If sending on-line]
This is the website and name/email of the lawyer in charge.
http://rlhlaw.com/ (http://rlhlaw.com/)
Jennifer B. Lyons [mailto:jlyons@rlhlaw.com]

[If sending through post]
Address of court :
United States District Court
District of Hawaii
300 Ala Moana Blvd., Rm. C338
Honolulu, Hawaii 96850

Address of local lawyer:
Roeca, Louie &Hiraoka
900 Davies Pacific Center, 841 Bishop Street, Suite 900
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
(808)538-7500

Aside from this, an official petition will be prepared in the name of cloud.
This petition will be written in English, and will contain objective facts and nothing but the truth.
It will express we clouds’ effort and sincerity and will represent the feeling of Rain, who we trust. It will contain enough expressions to prove how Rain has treated his fans until now.

Any help in writing the petition is welcome.
If you have the talent in writing please do not hesitate to participate.
Please send the mail to esamong@naver.com with your [Petition]ID and contact number.

Supporters of Rain, please rise to help our artist.
* Please do not hesitate to say if anything is insufficient. It will be reflected on.
If sending through email or post, it would be a good idea to insert a common footer, so if anyone has a great phrase to insert, please let us know.
*Although this is posted on ‘구름가득한방(Cloud room)’ for the sake of cautiousness, please share with your close people and ask them to participate.

Clouds!!! Let us surprise Hawaii with thousands of petitions!!!

http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c...t=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=23814&ref=1097&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)
Translation by rain bird
getting from sixtofive

[willenette]

*** He has always been in the list for The Most Wanted Men survey for many years.:cool:

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[NEWS]Rain listed as #2 on EBN news, the Top 5 Most Wanted Men


According to EBN news, the Top 5 Most Wanted Men are:

01. 이승기 Lee Seung Gi - 34% (343 people)

02. 정지훈 (비) Jung Ji Hoon (Rain) - 30% (296 people)

03. 빅뱅 대성 Dae Sung of Big Bang - 23% (234 people)

04. 동방신기 유노윤호 U-Know YunHo of TVXQ - 7% (72 people)

05. 슈퍼주니어 강인 Kang In of Super Junior - 5% (52 people)

credit: allkpop + http://kangdaesung.wordpress.com/ (http://kangdaesung.wordpress.com/)

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*** So sweet & nice his Hawaii fan club to do this for RAIN.:cool:

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This is from Chief Hawaiian Cloud Bi-liever, Geri Mehrtens, of the Hawaii Rain Fan Club.

“Hawaiian Cloud’s position is to remain loyal and
faithful to RAIN and not to upset the “Apple Cart”.
In fact, showing our good faith, we have sincerely
offered our assistance to RAIN’s Hawai’i legal team.

RAIN’s Hawai’i lawyer complained that their firm’s
computer system was in danger of crashing because
of the hundreds of emails sent to them. Under the
lawyer’s direction, we created another email account
for those emails: RainBiLieve@yahoo.com”

[Shareline]

So much support under Rain's wings. :)

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Entertainment leaders, unplug the power star, number one in the 'Rain'

Moving the Republic of Korea who is the entertainment industry star power? 64 people, including influential leaders enteoteinmeonteugye stars and star power to the industry took a direct vote. World leaders electing a third star Rain (jeongjihun). In sports and entertainment she attracted attention both on jeongsanggwon.


Power elite in entertainment industry's highest power of electing a non-star (jeongjihun) said.

60 to the power elite in a survey of IS cost a total of 88 points was just in general. Various sectors of the power elites, regardless of their fields thinking this is the most influential stars agree to ask out.

Support from the majority of RAIN got to 26. Has selected a variety of reasons. Among them, as a world star, and acting and singing ability was recognized as a cross, multi-entertainer.

For the 100 most influential in the world selected by Time magazine ine was selected, and the Hollywood beulrokbeoseuteoin 'Speed Racer' has appeared on the worldwide attention. Hollywood soon, the next novel, ninja eosaesin 'is again the topic of the notice.

No. 2 figure skating Kim said. Total 72 points. Entertainment officials, sports stars, star power jimokhan him it was surprising entertainment. CF model is probably as hwalyakhan dotboin said.

Bae Yong-joon and Jang Dong-gun No. 3 obtained this rank side by side was 60 points. Both leading Korean star, was handsome margin of Authorized ride. Bae traditional culture of Korea in the second half of this year and published in a journey that will be introduced, and Jang Dong-gun Hollywood jinchuljak 'reondeuri Warrior' is expected to meet with the audience.

Total 55 points 5 No. 2 yujaeseok was coordinator of performing arts programs. Which is always a rivalry ganghodong ranked 11th in the 21 points.
6-9 wikkajineun 'Beethoven Virus' of the' gangma in gimmyeongmin (22 points) of the stage, except the singer said. Big Bang (6 above 48 points), Park Jin Young (7th 32 points) Wonder Girls (8 above 29 points) Dong Bang Shin Ki (9 above 22 points) and today was the best cover of the Go-star.

'Eternal brother' Vijeta Pandit Chungmuro leader and director Kang Woo Suk had 21 points and 11. If you can not walk a Method actor Song Kang-ho (19 points) 14th place, 'the actor, Ahn Sung-ki (15 points) was followed by a 17 Back.

Fill out the majority of male stars sunwigwon Singer (15th 17 points) and Boa (16 above 16 points), and actors Kim Tae-hee (20, 12 points) were seen entering sunwigwon. Yisuman created the girl group era (19th 14 points) SM Entertainment representative and marinboyi 'Park Tae-hwan (17th 15 points) also made 20.

▶ Entertainment Power Star 20

88 points in a non -
2 above 72 points, Kim Yu-na
3 above 60 points Bae
3 Jang Dong-gun 60 points
5 yujaeseok 55 points
Big Bang 48 points 6
Already 32 points on 7
8th Wonder Girls 29 points
Dong Bang Shin Ki 22 points on 9
9 gimmyeongmin 22 points
11 ganghodong 21 points above
11 above 21 points, Vijeta Pandit
Kang Woo-seok 21 points in 11
14 Song 19 points
Lee Hyo Lee 17 points in 15
16 BoA 16 points above
17 gi, 15 points above
Park Tae-hwan 15 points in 17
19 yisuman 14 points above
20, Kim Tae-hee, 12 points

original article:
http://isplus.joins.com/enter/star/200903/26/200903261319341076020100000201040002010401.html
[url="http://isplus.joins.com/enter/star/200903/26/200903261319341076020100000201040002010401.html"] (http://isplus.joins.com/enter/star/200903/26/200903261319341076020100000201040002010401.html)

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*** At least all of the fans from Germany will be feeling happy for this news. I hope this is final.:cool:

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Ninja Assassin

3 Dec 2009 cinema release Germany
4 Nov 2009 Premiere

source: zelluloid
credit: Phoenix-RAIN Germany

[willenette]

*** I’ve been longing to read & know how he is. Seems fine? Oh, this is ok. Just hope he’s really fine. Wondering why he’s so early in the office? I hope he doesn’t deprive himself to sleep. He may be very busy attending to so many things. So happy to know about the success of his clothing shops. Looking forward for more fan accounts/stories about him in the coming days. I’m just happy right now to hear something like this about him. Can’t wait for more. Clouds need some reassurance how he is at this very moment……….. :cool:

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[Mar-26-2009] Rain is fine

credit to Éᦶùlove@baidu rain bar
CN to EN by rainalice@rainlegend

A fan (СÇÇ) went to Jtune at 6:30AM, on 26th. She saw Rain in the office wearing glasses, holding a cup of coffe in one hand and a piece of paper in the other hand. 3 seconds later, he entered another room. She said he seemed to be fine.

BTW, this fan reported that 625 shops have many customers.

[michsolo]

x x x

[Mar-26-2009] Rain is fine

credit to Éᦶùlove@baidu rain bar
CN to EN by rainalice@rainlegend

A fan (СÇÇ) went to Jtune at 6:30AM, on 26th. She saw Rain in the office wearing glasses, holding a cup of coffe in one hand and a piece of paper in the other hand. 3 seconds later, he entered another room. She said he seemed to be fine.

BTW, this fan reported that 625 shops have many customers.





Thanks willenette for sharing this news, all Biers are happy to hear this.

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*** Woahhh…………. Kudos to RAIN. I think he deserves it. :cool:

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STAR POWER, RANK 1-20

This poll is for stars from all fields -- you see actors, idol groups, executives, sports stars, comedians etc.

Rain won with a total of 88 points, selected for a variety of reasons. . Among them, he is a world star, and acting and singing ability was recognized , multi-entertainer- movies in Hollywood like Speed Racer and Ninja Assasin.

No. 2 figure skater Yuna Kim with72 points. Amazing star power with a lot of CFs under her belt.

Bae Yong-joon and Jang Dong-gun No. 3 with 60 points. Both leading Korean stars and handsome.

Total of 55 points sees MC YooJaesuk his rival Kang HoDong makes it in the 11th place.

Amongst the idol stars we have Big Bang leading at number 6 with 48 points, with Big Bang who but Wonder Girls follow at 8 with 29 points and we also see Dong Bang Shin Ki just under them at position 9 with 22 points.

JYP makes it just before his company's star group WG , Park Jin Young at 7th position with 32 points.Also at 11 position, Chungmuro leader and director Kang Woo Suk with 21 points. Method actor Song Kang-ho (19 points) 14th place, 'the actor, Hyori (15th position 17 points), BoA(16th position 16 points). Par Tae Hwan in 17th

Ahn Sung-ki (15 points) and Par Tae Hwan at 17th. Lee Soo Man at 19th and Kim Tae Hee rounds it up with the 20th position.

credit: momoon@soompi + sarang@xiah-sshi + tvxqfever (http://tvxqfever.blogspot.com/2009/03/news-090327-star-power-rank-1-20.html)

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*** Very touching video. Great…….. I already watched some other videos made by different Clouds from different countries & they’re all nice. :cool:

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[FANMADE] We believe in Rain - From the UK/Great Britain

sooo this is my first time in making a video, and its of course is about out dearest Rain

hope you guys enjoy it, and if its not the right place to post, please move it if necessary.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq72evid6XA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jq72evid6XA)



Credit : Rainydream/rainlegend

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*** How come when I voted again he’s still in #47 ranking? :cool:

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VOTE TIME 100 FOR RAIN.
http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages...1883924,00.html (http://www.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1883644_1883653_1883924,00.html)
He is 3rd in the rank


Credit : angelordevil/Bi-music thread

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090324 Rain is No.1 on Mnet Super 100 “Most Enviable Body”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOZRNiCzX0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGOZRNiCzX0)

credit:happyyouyou

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*** I hope we could get the specific time for these dates soon. Ye, lucky days for fans once again. :cool:

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[Mar-30-2009]<notice from rain-jihoon.com>About 6to5 autography party


We notify to you that additional autography party of 6to5, where Rain has worked as a model, has been scheduled.



Hello, I'm Cloud master.

We notify to you about Rain's official schedule.
6to5 autography party passed off without incident thanks to your support.

Since many of you have been put to feel in convenience about not attending, additional 6to5 autography party has been scheduled even in a hurry.


Sunday, April 5th :
Nowon & Jamshil branches of Lotte department store.


Saturday, April 11th :
Woosal &Daegoo branches of Lotte department store.


Sunday, April 12th :
Pusan branch of Sinsege department store.


Sunday, April 26th :
Jejoo shop


The detailed time of the autography party has not been decided yet, but we are due to notify as soon as it is fixed.
We ask for your much attention and participation.


Thank you.



credit to : http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.p...field=&word (http://rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=142&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word)
brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

*** Oh, the new cosmetic brand that he's endorsing soon. I've been waiting for this & I hope to see this brand overseas, too soon. Can't wait to see the ad & photos soon. What a nice name for a cosmetic brand. It sounds so refreshing to the skin.......... :cool:

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Mar-31-2009][Fan Acct]Now, Japan reporters are shooting Rain in a shop.

They say that the reporters from Japan are shooting Rain in a shop in Myungdong,
there are plenty of people around him, and the shop is pretty spacious.
The reporters are probably preparing for an AD called 'Nature Republic'.


credit to Rain Gallery.
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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[Apr-02-2009]<notice>Rain is due to visit 'Nature Republic' shop-1 tomorrow.

Hello, this is Cloud master.

Rain who newly begins to act as a model of 'Nature Republic', is due to make a brief visit to 'Nature Republic' shop-1 located in Myungdong tomorrow. (Friday 1pm, April 3th).

We ask for your much attention and love.
Thank you.

credit to : http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_vi...e2=&field=&word (http://www.rain-jihoon.com/notice/board_view.php?db=board1&number=144&mode=view&pn=1&RLurl=%2Fnotice%2Fnotice.html&Com=&MenuS=&MenuS2=&Ptmp=&Ptmp2=&Cate=&Cate2=&field=&word)

translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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Apr-03-2009]Rain currently visited movie 'The Bat' set and showed his interest.




Only Rain part :



Rain currently visited 'The Bat' set, a new movie which has been directed by Park Chan-Wook, and showed his affection for the movie set to make its debut.

According to the movie interested, Rain who had worked with Park through movie 'I'm a Cyborg, but that's OK', expressed as, "the male & female characters and Park seem to work in perfect harmony, I've been looking forward to the movie."



credit to MyDaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC0AMy1fsjA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC0AMy1fsjA)
credit:happyyouyou

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*** I’m happy for RAIN. I hope its success to continue. :cool:

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09 Apr 07 [Asiae] 6to5 Ranking First in Sales.


<6to5 shop>

Only Rain part :

Star marketing is one of advertising methods applying the fame of a star's, which promotes the star to upgrade the brand value of the company while achieving the customer's trust on the product and demanding complete preparation for it.

Rain's agency J.Tune promoted 6to5, a casual brand, in last February. This brand established its shop in main center of Lotte department store as it advertised that singer Rain himself directly participated in design.

Until now, it has achieved the amount of two hundred thousand won which passes over the goal by the rate of 250%. It also records first rate in sales compared to other products in sales on same floor, while the brand established additional shops in Nowon gu and Daegu city recently.

A staff in Lotte Department Store said "It is rare for new brand to establish the shop in main department store. " by adding "Their distinguished marketing strategy through cable broadcasting and others is attracting the popularity."

credi to asiae
Brief translation by rain bird @ rain-eu
credit: rainyallday/pantip/onlyrain

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*** I’m sure we will do the best we can do for RAIN to win here. I hope he’ll win again. We just have to vote until the last round of this battle. In case he won’t get this one, he doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone anymore. We’ll just continue to support him. :)

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Battle of the POP Round 2 ASIA vs. ASIA

Battle of the Pop: Asia vs Asia
ROUND2 ENDS ON APRIL 13
RAIN vs. ANDY LAU (RICKY CHAN)
GO VOTE NOW FOR ROUND 2

http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm)

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*** There's something to look forward to before his fashion show in HK on June. So lucky those Chinese fans out there - RAIN is going back again to China soon.;)

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[Apr-14-2009]There's a heavy Rainstorm coming soon in China once again,

Rain'll appear in the benefit concert under Jakie Chan on May 1th.



Rain'll appear in Nyaochao, Beijing Olympic Stadium, in a year.
He is due to sing at the benefit concert to be held under action star Jackie Chan in Beijing Olympic Stadium on May 1th.


It is known that tens of thousands of audience will gather in this benefit concert in Beijing, which is on the subject of 'Descendants of the dragon: Jackie Chan and friends', on the ground that this concert will be held during Labor Day holidays.


Rain'll appear on the stage in Nyaochao in 9 months, he ever let the whole world know himself, singing 'Beijing Beijing I Love' song on behalf of Korea with Chinese culture singers such as Whang Lee Home, Cheonhuilin, Hansheui, and Shipung.
Super Junior as a Korean singer will also appear in this concert with Rain, while the list of Chinese stars who will participate in the concert has not been revealed yet.

Rain has come to have a chance to meet his Chinese fans in advance at the concert under Jackie Chan with his activity in China ahead off.


Meanwhile, Rain plans to hold 6to5 fashion show, where he's acted as a designer and model, in Hong Kong in early in June.



credit to Sports Dongah
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** So happy to know that he finds time to unwind with his friends. So nice to hear that he could laugh-off everything after what has happened. It doesn't mean that he's escaping all this but he's just trying to move on by forgetting those anxieties & will solve the problem soon.:)

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[Apr-14-2009]Excitement to the fans, composure to Rain.




This outing in southern parts of the country was a rest for Rain at long last.
It affected Rain to be able to forget his hard time due to all sorts of lawsuits even a short time, and he's restored his energy.


After he came face to face with his fans, the composure that made him unburden himself with the acquaintances who went along with him just in time, was an extra.


Rain left for Pusan with his closest aides, after he got through his 6to5 autography parties in Daegu and Woolsan on the 11th. Rain touched cups, looking at the sea with the dancers and stylists who formed the Rainism stage together and the officials.


He also recovered his composure at long last, eating seasoned seafoods and octopus in a restaurant by the sea in Mokpo even on the 12th.


After finishing the autography party schedule, Rain said, "It was the time that I was able to laugh escaping from the office and practice room after a long time. I know my fans' anxiety. I'll solve the problem with a full agreement as soon as possible."




credit to Sports Hankook
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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090404 Mnet Jp_Rains CM Diary (Jpsub)



credit : happyyouyou


1/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3ylJCUz4yU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3ylJCUz4yU)
2/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ns2S7YcqyHM (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ns2S7YcqyHM)
3/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v30VqeHGBuA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v30VqeHGBuA)
4/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylJVCQSh9ms (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylJVCQSh9ms)
5/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EWz1iftda0 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EWz1iftda0)
6/6 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igUAZ9FwxIA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igUAZ9FwxIA)

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[Apr-14-2009]<notice>from rain-cloud.com

We ask all of you to stop sending the petition to the court or lawyer's office personally as we said before.
That was enough to help us, but too many petitions may give rise to side effects instead.

We ask you to let other fans know about it privately, and we'd appreciate it if those who are preparing for the petition would stop it.

The cloud's official petition is due to be sent through J.Tune camp.
Thank you for your cooperation.



credit to : http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c...t=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?num=25641&ref=1313&board_id=b_08062719294427&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

LOVE FOREVER RAIN EVENT

Submit your dancing or singing clip of Rain's 5th album songs/performances and get a

chance to win Six to Five, Rain's newly launched clothing line, items or other Rain
goods.

The purpose of this event is to promote friendship and just to have some fun among Rain fans. This event is for oversea fans only and we hope to see a lot of oversea fans participate in this event.

1. Contents
- Audio file of you singing a song from Rain's 5th album

- UCC clip of you performing Rain's 5th album song and dance

- UCC clip of you performing Rain's 5th album dance


2. Qualification
Members and Non-Members of The Cloud (oversea Rain fans)

Korean fans are not included in this event.


3. Language
Any language including Korean


4. Event Period
04/05/09

5. Application Instructions
- Include Area(Country), Name, E-mail Address when you send e-mail

- Submit your file to bside0625@hanmail.net (bside0625@hanmail.net)

- Post your file (with streaming site's URL address) at Rain Europe site. (http://www.rain-eu.com/english/board/magazine.php (http://www.rain-eu.com/english/board/magazine.php)) ** There is no need to sign up to post your file.

- Or post your file's URL address link (Youtube or any other streaming sites) at Official Cloud Community ( )

-

6. Prize
- Rain Bear

- 6 Only You Key Chains, 1 Fresh Women Key Chain, 1 Rainism Key Chain

- Signed Rain's 5th Album - Recollection

- 2 Hooded Sweatshirts

- 10 Dairies

- 5 Cell Phone Accessories

- 10 Hats and 20 Batches

- 2 signed 6to5 Flyer

The Character on Hooded Sweatshirts will be new design.

The hats are 5 from the bonus gift and other 5 are new design.

**Possible Additional Prize-RAIN DESIGNED SUNGLASSES

Six to Five’s main items are clothing but the prize items are mostly accessories due to difference in size and individual taste.


7. Winner Selection Method
Winners will be determine by file viewing counts and advise from experts.


8. Winner Announcement
05/10/09 at Rain Europe site (http://www.rain-eu.com/english/board/magazine.php (http://www.rain-eu.com/english/board/magazine.php))


The winner will receive e-mail from event committee and we will try to send the prize to receive in 10 days.

Source: Rain-eu

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*** Wow, she’s just so lucky to see RAIN up close & personal – luckier to have shaken hands with him & feel it. It’s really once-in-a-lifetime experience for her! Who could afford to forget that – seeing the face of the person you adore finally…….. And also, she’s lucky to buy some items of 6to5, that merchandise designed by RAIN. :cool:

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Our Encounter with our Beloved RAIN at Nowon Lotte 090405

Just like to share....

We (5 of us from Singapore) went Nowon on the same day we arrived in Seoul 04April after we checked in our hotel. Arrived at Nowon Lotte Dept at 2 pm and managed to get our queue numbers, 19,20,21,22 and 27. We were asked to come back almost every few hours to report, those who failed to report, got their names scrapped off. So finally our numbers were 18,19,20,21 and 25. After midnight, we were asked to take turns to queue in a group of 20s hourly....so 3 of us was in the 1st group (1am to 2am) and follow by our other 2 friends in the 2nd group (2am to 3am). After our shifts, we went back to our hotel to sleep and left the hotel at 6am to arrived at 730am for reporting.

Then we continued to wait till Rain's arrival at 1pm....Most of the fans were Koreans with the exception of 5 Singaporeans, some Japanese and a few Taiwanese and an American friend, Sandra (who managed to get a handshake and hug from him and it's her birthday!). We met Mr Kim, who was in a very high spirit and took a photo with him. While waiting we were each given a rose and a tiny piece of card to write some notes to Rain. We were also given a card to write our name, so Rain will write our name on 625 paper that he will autograph on. When Rain arrived, everyone were so excited and screaming....Rain was so georgous, dashing and fresh looking and we were so happy to see him not wearing shades....we could actually see his eyes so crystal clear... The security was very strict, we will not allow to give him any other stuff for him to autograph on....but some of the fans managed to do so...

My encounter was rather fast...If I remember correctly...I was saying "Hi Rain!" to him while he was signing the 625 paper and then he looked at me and say "Hi!" with his usual sweet smile and I gave him the gift (my friend and I bought for him) and said "this is for you", He then said "Thank You!" and shook my hand....His hand was real COOOOOOOOLD....(makes me wonder if he is fine...?). I must say this is a Real Once in a Life Time Experience!!! for me and one that I will not forget .....Never thought I could be face to face to our beloved CEO...RAIN!!! Love him more and missing him now..... OTOKE???

After the autograph session, we continued to shop at 625 at Nowon Lotte and bought more 625 merchandise before we headed back to our hotel.

Thank you Rain....

Source: rain4jg@rain-cloud
http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/c..._what=&keyword= (http://www.rain-cloud.co.kr/common/board/content.asp?ref=506&board_id=b_08042315352775&page=1&search_what=&keyword=)

[willenette]

New Channel[V] voting
ASIA vs ASIA
go on voting gals
ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
round 3 against S.H.E and they are close close just one vote diffrence
pls dont give up the channel[V] page has problems ...just try again

http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2163.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2163.htm) for register
http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm) for voting



Credit : freya / AF

[willenette]

[Apr-16-2009] Rain has corrected the distorted article

Rain has corrected the distorted article, and extracted the objected report through asking for a speech arbitration

Singer Rain has extracted the objected report from a medium of internet news that gave a blow his image and agent's business in relation to his Hawaii concert lawsuit.

Rain's agent J.Tune entertainment expressed on the 16th, "The articles reported by Newsis, a medium of internet news were distorted, which made the negative perception be spread, so we asked for a speech arbitration through 'Speech Arbitration Committee', as a result, the medium published the objected report."

According to J.Tune entertainment, Newsis reported what is never true about the verdict cost, deposit, and lawyer cost, as it might be true from March 22th to March 24th, besides, the medium wrote the articles with a quotation from the contents that J.Tune side had never made their comment on.

Rain's agent said, "Newsis finally reported the objected news against the pertinent news, and we have gone through the process to correct mistake. We hope an accident like that any company should suffer the loss by the supposed article, never happens again."


credit to Mydaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

Time magazine reports being Hacked by moot

goggle...Time magazine news

Rain @ 22 position because of ballot stuffing.

------------------------------------------------


source: http://www.thestandard.com/news/ ... k-time-com-100-poll (http://www.thestandard.com/news/2009/04/17/inside-precision-hack-time-com-100-poll)

4chan members carry out a precision hack of the Time 100 poll

The "Time 100" is the magazine's attempt to let readers build a definitive list of the 100 most influential people in government, science, technology and the arts. That is, until a group of 4chan members got involved.

Thanks to a poorly configured Web polling application, this year's crowdsourced list was inundated with fake votes in order to display a mysterious message (see inset photo, left). Blogger Paul Lamere was given an insider's explanation of the hack, and describes how Time never really had a chance:

Prediction: Q1 2009 online ad revenue higher than $5.77 billion?

In early stages of the poll, Time.com didn¡¯t have any authentication or validation - the door was wide open to any client that wanted to stuff the ballot box.

Soon afterward, it was discovered that the Time.com Poll didn¡¯t even range check its parameters to ensure that the ratings fell within the 1 to 100 range. The autovoters were adapted to take advantage of this loophole, which resulted in the Time.com poll showing moot with a 300% rating, while all other candidates had ratings far below zero.

Shortly afterward, one of the members discovered that the ¡¯salt¡¯, the key to authenticating requests, was poorly hidden in Time.com¡¯s voting flash application and could be extracted.

Another challenge faced by the autovoters was that if you voted for the same person more often than once every 13 seconds, your IP would be banned from voting. However, it was noticed that you could cycle through votes for other candidates during those 13 seconds. The autovoters quickly adapted.

The hackers didn't just rig the top result, or the top 10. They arranged the top 21 winners so that the first letters of their names spelled out "MARBLECAKE, ALSO THE GAME." Result No. 1 was "moot," the pseudonym of Christopher Poole, operator of the not-at-all-safe-for-work imageboard 4chan.

Lamere says his pseudonymous contacts within the 4chan community said "the hack is the work of a dozen or so, backed by an army of a thousand who downloaded and ran the autovoters and also backed by an untold number of others that unwittingly fell prey to the spam url autovoters."

In the days since the hack was revealed, the "Marble Cake" message has gradually started to become scrambled in the results, but no matter: The list is still based on an untold number of bogus votes, and cannot be treated as an accurate gauge of the public's opinion. We contacted Time for comment, but a promised explanation from Time's editorial department never materialized.

As for 4chan, why would members bother scrambling the online poll of a frumpy news mag? There is no why. They did it for the lulz.

[willenette]

***RAIN is off to Australia yesterday for Nature Republic CF. :cool:

[willenette]

*** Gosh, I hope this will be on May 11..........it's on May 1! I’m excited to see this. :cool:

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


[Apr-19-2009] Rain message for charity concert [Eng Sub]
Rain's message to congratulate Jackie Chan's charity concert
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERqC-TtqAFU (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERqC-TtqAFU)
credit: Rainlegend.com

[willenette]

*** Can’t wait for his upcoming Asia Tour concert – just so excited. He’s been endorsing Lotte Duty Free for many years now & so thankful of them to be very supportive of RAIN for these years. The Lotte Family concert was his 1st stage performance for this year. :)






[Apr-20-2009] Rain excited more than 10,000 audiences on the domestic stage

Rain excited more than 10,000 audiences on the domestic stage in 4 months

Rain who has been taking a rest since he got through the domestic activity of his 5th album Rainism, currently appeared on the stage for a long time, and made the audience wild with enthusiasm.

Rain participated in '2009 Lotte Family Concert' held in Gymnastics Arena inside of Seoul Olympic Park, on the 18th.

Starting with 'Fresh Woman', Rain sang such total 7 hit songs as 'The way to avoid from the sun', 'Touch Ya', 'Love Story', 'September 12th', 'I Do', and 'Rainism', and he excited the audience with his sexy and powerful stage manner.

Rain expressed, " This is the fifth time I've participated in 'Lotte Family Concert" already. My Asia tour concert is coming up, you can look forward to great things from me."

In this concert held under Lotte Duty-Free Shop, 'Big Bang', 'Super Junior', and Shin Hye-Sung including Rain appeared on the stage, there were overseas tourists in a great mass from Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, as well as a lot of domestic fans.


credit to edaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

*** I enjoyed watching the Part 2 more - so funny. RAIN is his usual self, so playful & naughty. :)






Apr-20-2009]<Eng.trans> Mnet Japan Rainy Day 21

Rain in Korea.


Rain : It's so cold that it is hard to work. Through looking at the show window, the scene of the show window will be changed into another model. This concept is based on a simplicity and changing into another model.

Director : Please let you do what you feel, looking at the show window.


When Rain saw a motorcycle standing by, he said, "I like it so much, I'd like to drive it right now." and he started up the engine, " Oh, it's just my style!"



credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu


______________________________

090418 Mnet Rainy Day 21

YT by happyyouyou

1/2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aj3qr9_1aqQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aj3qr9_1aqQ)
2/2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HuGW6s3ri4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HuGW6s3ri4)

[willenette]

Battle of the POP Round 4 ASIA vs. ASIA

Please vote for Rain! This round will end on 04/22!

http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm (http://www.channelv.com/rde/v/2199.htm)

[tarong]

Anyeong mga sis!!!

nakita nyo na ba to? nakakatuwa may Rainism epidemic pa rin pala sa kanila. go RAIN!!!

RAINISM EPIDEMIC DANCE~CAREFUL! IT'S CONTAGIOUS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp0j9RzVWPs

may trailer na bang pinakita para sa NINJA ASSASIN? wala pa akong makita sa youtube.

[willenette]

Anyeong mga sis!!!

nakita nyo na ba to? nakakatuwa may Rainism epidemic pa rin pala sa kanila. go RAIN!!!

RAINISM EPIDEMIC DANCE~CAREFUL! IT'S CONTAGIOUS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp0j9RzVWPs

may trailer na bang pinakita para sa NINJA ASSASIN? wala pa akong makita sa youtube.

Hi tarong, NA trailer isn't yet available. Matagal pa naman ang November. :cool:

[willenette]

*** RAIN has flawless skin so he’s really fit to endorse a skin cosmetic brand. :cool:

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[Apr-22-2009]The period of the flower boys having perfect skin.




Rain part :


Singer and actor Rain has rushed into the cosmetics business world with a will, leaving for Brisbane, Australia, for shooting Nature Republic CF on the 19th.
It is known that this CF will put into what man's skin is also beautiful against the Nature of Australia.


A person from the advertisement business world expressed, "The male big stars have continuously been selected as models in the cosmetics market that has been regarded as the territory of woman's own. Through Rain's joining, it is expected that handsome male stars such as 'Lee Min-Ho', 'Kim Bum', 'Lee Joon-Ki', including existing 'Bae Yong-Joon', will vie with each other."



credit to HankookDaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

*** RAIN is busy for the 1st half of this year. :cool:

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Apr-22-2009]Rain plans to have very vigorous activities in the Asia region at the first half of the year.





Rain will show his appearance as a world star around Asia regions at the first half of the year, working as overseas activities vigorously.


Starting with CF shooting in Australia, Rain plans to meet his overseas fans in several Asia nations through a number of events such as charity event, fashion show, and etc.


First of all, Rain left for Australia for shooting Republic Nature CF, the cosmetics brand Rain has acted as a model, on the 19th.


After returning from Australia, he will be leaving for Beijing, China, for the charity concert to be held under action star Jakie Chan on the 30th.

Rain who has been invited to the concert under Jakie Chan, is due to appear on the stage to be held in Nyaochao inside of Beijing Olympic main stadium on May 1th.

Rain who sang in Beijing Olympic closing ceremony last year, has come to appear on the stage again in a year. Chinese Culture stars such as 'Alan Tom' will take part in this concert as well as 'Super Junior' in Korea.


If Rain get through the Beijing concert, he'll hold 'Six to Five' 2009 F/W Season fashion show, the fashion brand he has acted as a model and designer, in Hong Kong in early June. Rain is due to appear as a model in this fashion show.


Since the fashion interested in Chinese Culture as well as in Hong Kong will be present at the fashion show in a great mass, after the event, it is expected to let the world know the brand 6to5 extensively.


In addition, J.Tune entertainment which has been pushing some strategic partnership with Korea Teddy Bear Association, has opened SF Teddy Museum in Jeju island and officially contracted even with Bali in Indonesia. They also plan to go through due formalities with Thailand and to break ground on a building there.


With this, Rain's Asia tour at the first half of the year is expected, though details have not been given, Rain has planned to hold the concert tour since last year.


Rain's agent J.Tune entertainment expressed, "Rain plans to meet his overseas fans through the concert tour in Asia nations, he is also due to promote his several projects carefully."



credit to Sports Dongah
Brief translation by rain bird.@rain-eu

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*** I received this e-mail from RAIN-Singapore. Wow, he has a concert in Macau on June. :cool:

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Hi all


It's been more than a year since we last watched and were mesmerized by RAIN with his brilliant performance on stage! At last...RAIN is finally going to perform in Macau!



Our fellow Rain fans have managed reserve blocks of great seats with the organiser. These seats are available to Rain fans through this PRE-BOOKING arrangement. Hope everybody can come and have a great party with RAIN in Macau!



Concert details as follows :-

Date & Time : Saturday 27 June 2009; 8:30pm ~ 10:00pm Venue : Macau Venetian Hotel, COTAI Arena



Seating Zones:-



Type A tickets - HKD2000 (VIP zone) – SGD420 < Orders for HKD2000 tix will be accepted. But if there are not enough VIP tickets, you will have to settle for HKD1800 tix>



Type B tickets - HKD1800 zone (sections 126, 125A, 114, 113A) – SGD370



Type C tickets - HKD1300 zone (section 113) – SGD270



Limited tixs only!!



More details n floor plan are at the following link :

http://rainsingapore.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=rb&action=display&thread=3246&page=1 (http://rainsingapore.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=rb&action=display&thread=3246&page=1)



Please post all queries in the above link. Email queries will not be entertained.



Thanks.



RainSingapore Team

[willenette]

090418 Lotte Duty Free



thanx to hirominchan

Credit : Woundedheart/PYH thread



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj7o1y11288...re=channel_page (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cj7o1y11288&feature=channel_page)

[peachlilee]

I like! lots of beautiful people on that video, Rain is as usual gorgeoushttp://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/wink.gif. Thanks for sharing that,its people like you who makes my life easier, thanks again! http://tsinoy.com/forum/images/smilies/biggrin.gif

[willenette]

*** Wow, Pizza Hut will be in good hands in Korea now that RAIN is their endorser. :cool:

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PIZZA HUT TAPS RAIN TO WIN BACK KOREAN MARKET SHARE


Pizza Hut has rolled out a campaign to promote the re-launch of its dine-in lunch menu in Korea, as it looks to increase its appeal among young office workers and college students.

Developed in partnership with Diamond Ogilvy, the humorous initiative features Korean pop icon Rain as a brand spokesperson. The TV spot shows the singer enjoying a 'Smart Lunch' in the restaurant when a crowd of young women rush in. He prepares to be mobbed by what he assumes are star-struck fans, only to discover that the women are more interested in the lunch deal.

A source at Diamond Ogilvy explained that the campaign was aimed at young women with limited time and budget looking for an alternative to "the usual lunch options".

The source noted that while Pizza Hut remained Korea's leading pizza restaurant chain, domestic competitors such as Mr Pizza were steadily eating into its market share with aggressive marketing tactics incorporating top celebrities. Mr Pizza has risen significantly in popularity among women through the use of popular female actress Keun-young Moon as brand ambassador.

"It has been observed that young adults no longer associate with the [Pizza Hut] brand as they feel it is rather old," the source added.

The new campaign also features online and in-restaurant components. It is set to run for three months.

Brand Republic (http://www.brandrepublic.asia/Media/newsarticle/2009_04/Pizza-Hut-taps-Rain-to-win-back-Korean-market-share/35280/)

[willenette]

*** I hope & pray that everything would go well on his side this time.:cool:

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[Apr-23-2009]Rain's LA lawsuit has been moved to a federal court.




Ten million dollar damage suit of canceled Rain's LA concert, has been moved to a federal court.
Rain has taken action in defending this lawsuit, appointing the local defense attorneys.


According to the data in the federal court on the 22th, the plaintiff Andrew Kim submitted the object of the lawsuit against Rain, JYP, JYP entertainment, and StarM, to the federal court located in the central districts of LA, California, last 14th.


The plaintiff had originally submitted the object of the lawsuit to LA district court last March 9 th, but the district court complied with Rain side's request to let the case be removed to the federal court on the ground that the litigants' places of residence are different each other.


Before this, the retrial of Hawaii lawsuit which ruled against Rain and JYP, has also been decided to moved to the federal court.


credit to Mydaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

***This is good news. Wow, another 6to5 Autography Event to happen next month & this time in Jeju. Can't wait for it. Looking forward for 6to5 branches overseas including my side - wish-wish-wish...........I’d really be so happy if that happens. 6to5 is really doing well. :cool:

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[Apr-23-2009]6to5 is planning to extend their business abroad with a will

Under the business policy of 6to5 where Rain has acted as a model and designer, they regularly plan to make inroads into foreign market.


J.Tune Creative (representative director, Jo Dong-Won), a company specializing in fashion&design, expressed, "We'll hold 'Six To Five' 2009 F/W Season fashion show in Hong Kong in early June, and Rain is due to show the concept of 6to5 F/W in advance as a main model.


The fashion show interested from Chinese Culture nations including Hong Kong, will take part in this fashion show in a great mass. After the event, it is expected to let the world know the brand name of 6to5 and Rain's distinguished fashion sense.


Meanwhile, J.Tune Creative which has been pushing a strategic partnership with Korea Teddy Association, has opened 6to5 Teddy Museum in Jeju island and officially contracted with Bali, and they plan to go through formalities even with Phuket and to break ground on a building soon.


About this business, J.Tune Creative expressed, "We've smoothly been evolving the business, forming TFT for 'SF Teddy Museum' which will be established in Bali.

Through the business which has been promoting even in other regions of Asia as well as in bali and Phuket, we'll make the brand of 'Teddy Bear and 6to5' be fused, and gain a foothold in producing in large quantities of another culture contents."


6to5 is additionally expected to maintain to open Incheon&Daegu branches of Lotte department store including Icksan road shop during April.

Also, 6to5 autography party event which was a great success in Nowon, Woolsan, and Daegu branches of Lotte department store, including Mokpo road shop, is due to be held in Jeju next month.
The customers who will participate in the event, can meet Rain who is the model belonging to 6to5.

credit to Fashion Journal
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

*** TIME’s image would be destroyed due to this. Now, I won’t waste my time with them anymore. I'm done with TIME. I’m happy this is over. :rolleyes:

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Time100 online poll result is out


Source: http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1894028,00.html (http://www.time.com/time/arts/article/0,8599,1894028,00.html)

The World's Most Influential Person Is ...
By TIME Staff Monday, Apr. 27, 2009Print

In a stunning result, the winner of the third annual TIME 100 poll, and new owner of the title world's most influential person, is Moot. The 21-year-old college student and founder of the online community 4chan.org, whose real name is Christopher Poole, received 16,794,368 votes and an average influence rating of 90 (out of a possible 100) to handily beat the likes of Barack Obama, Vladimir Putin and Oprah Winfrey. To put the magnitude of the upset in perspective, it's worth noting that everyone Moot beat out actually has a job.

Since Moot launched 4chan.org in 2003, the site has given birth to Internet memes as diverse as Lolcats and Rickrolling. 4chan averages 13 million page views a day and 5.6 million visitors a month; by some estimates it is the second largest bulletin board in the world. (See the TIME 100 Finalists.)

For proof of Moot's influence on the web, one need look no further than the TIME 100 poll results. While Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao got a larger vote total (20,391,818), the runner-up for the title of world's most influential person, Malaysian politician Anwar Ibrahim, received a mere 47 on the influence scale. (See the full results here.) Moot denies knowing about any concerted plan by his followers to influence the poll, though TIME.com's technical team did detect and extinguish several attempts to hack the vote.

Undoubtedly, many people will question Moot's worthiness of the title world's most influential person. TIME.com managing editor Josh Tyrangiel says that Moot is no less deserving than previous title-holders Nintendo video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto (2007) and Korean pop star Rain (2006). "I would remind anyone who doubts the results that this is an Internet poll. Doubting the results is kind of the point.



Credit : scorpiola/rainlegend

[willenette]

*** Not surprised at all he's included in the list.:cool:



Most popular CF stars (first half of 2009)

1. Kim Yeon Ah
2. Yoo Jae Suk (MC)
3. Jang Dong Gun
4. Rain
5. Kim Tae Hee
6. Song Hye Kyo
7. Jun Ji Hyun
8.Lee Min Ho
9 Lee Hyo Ri
10.Bigbang.
11. Goo Hye Sun

source: Yahoo.kr

[willenette]

090427 mnet & ytnstar bat preview editing
source:Mazingga
From: Rainxoxoxo @YT
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHeEUsTxh-U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHeEUsTxh-U)

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[Apr-27-2009]<Eng.trans>Edited Ytn&Mnet News-Rain at movie 'The Bat' premiere

The premiere of movie 'The Bat' which has been spotlighted through its peculiar matter and shocking contents, was held in a theater located in Yongsan, on the 24th.
It was a star-studded premiere, which attracted public attention.

Rain who had worked with director Park Chan-Wook through movie 'I'm a cyborg, but that's OK', went straight to the theater immediately from Incheon airport. (He has returned from Australia)

Q : How about this movie?
Rain : It's the greatest! (raising his thumb)



credit to benamoo
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

[willenette]

Eng Sub] Rainy Day 21 - KB Card CF Making HQ

Reposting please credit all parties below:
original vid from Japan 3asian Rain
KR to EN by akrain
Sub production by rainalice and Cin
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1/2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59AfEltDYMA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59AfEltDYMA)
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[willenette]

*** This is awesome! :cool:

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[Apr-28-2009] Rain fan club donated the actual articles to welfare facilities

Singer Rain's fans acted up to their affection for needy neighbors with big hands.

The Cloud's members, Rain's official fan club, donated articles which are equivalent to approximately
14 million won (around $10,500) to Dongbang Social Welfare Organ in memory of Rain's 7th debut anniversary.

The fan club interested expressed, "We've come to plan to be beneficent to the community in memory of Rain's
7 th debut anniversary. These articles were prepared by the money saved through making a united effort of Korea&Japan fans, and they are the layettes that are essential to babies."

The articles will be used for the babies who have been waiting for new home in a temporary home for infants, and for the children who have been looking after in Jacob's Home, due to sickness, poverty, and noninterference of their family.

Meanwhile, Rain's fan club 'the Cloud' put a full-page advertisement celebrating Rain's 7th debut anniversary in an all-around daily paper on the 27 th.

The AD reads as follows, "We celebrate Rain and the Cloud's beautiful 7 th anniversary. You're always No 1 to us. We'll be with you and support your challenge and dream all the time until that day you drenches the world. B, Jung Ji-Hoon, Rain...We love you..From the Cloud who loves Rain."

Also, last 6th, The AD included in the message celebrating Rain's 7th debut anniversary, ever appeared in the influential newspapers of Hong Kong, Malaysia, Macao, Taiwan, and etc. simultaneously.


credit to SportsDongah/Mydaily
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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*** This TIME poll has no credibility anymore. So happy that many people know about what lies they’re doing. :rolleyes:

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[Apr-28-2009] The Time on-line poll has engendered a lot of controversy

Newsweekly 'The Time' currently published the most influential 100 people through the on-line poll.
The overseas press has raised controversial points there is no doubt about rigging the poll.

A 29-year old young man, Moot, has taken the first ranking, but the press points put that the automatic operation or hacking of his fans has raised a problem. Moot is the man who ever engendered a controversy through hacking the e-mail of Sara 'Palin' who was America vice-president candidate .

Even though Rain got more than 12,000,000 votes, he's ranked 23 th due to his point average was under 18.


credit to PopNews
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu

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[Apr-30-2009]Rain has an active style due to the spirit and energy in his eyes are mighty.


http://upic.me/i/ot/z2080.jpg (http://upic.me/show.php?id=c99dba4910882673b60a7067765ab690)



-Analysis of Rain's face through phrenology (physiognomy)-



In the view of head, body, and leg, since Rain has a good balance in his body, he naturally seems to be a man of good disposition even in the inner side.


His potential energy which would be acceptable to the world of the fact that he has a Korean style figure, makes people be full of admiration. The line of his flowing and elegant lips harmonizes with his smile.


He'll make a constant effort through affirmative thought and thorough self-discipline in that his eyes are like the sun figure. the spirit and energy in his eyes are very mighty, so he has a very active style.


He is a man of excellent creativity in that his eyebrows are very graceful, and the noise that forms his own, takes its place in the center of his face lengthily and straightly.


Some nobles will help him even when he is hard, since he has a good earlobes.
He had better get married lately, if he meets a suitable match for him.
He'll live rich till his last few years, but may be timid in the detailed case.
He may break down through overwork, therefore he must always be careful of his health.



credit to Focus News Network
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu


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[Apr-30-2009]Singer Rain will do his duty by Jakie Chan.


Singer Rain will do his duty by Jakie Chan, the world's star.

<correction>
Rain'll be leaving the country on the 30 th, to take part in '2009 Good Friend Concert' to be held in Beijing main stadium, China, on May 1st, at 7am.

Rain's presence has been realized after thinking for a long time.
Though the concert has originally been begun with a good idea, the present public opinion is not good owing to the unforeseen incident.


The situation is not good enough to make Taiwan stars boycott in view of the fact Jakie Chan to hold this event, spoke as, &quot;Chinese need control&quot;, on the 18th, and therefore, Jakie Chan directly talked over by the telephone with Rain that he asked Rain to be certain to take part in the concert.
After many complications, Rain has come to fly in a plane.


A close Rain source revealed, &quot;Rain is thinking of attending the concert that it is the event for the charity fund as well as all the stars will gather. Yes, he knows that the public opinion in Chinese Culture nations is not good, but he's decided to be present at the concert as arranged previously because it is a good idea.&quot;


Rain and Jakie Chan met at Beijing Olympic closing ceremony last year, and they've cultivated a friendly feeling with each other. It is known that even after this, they've had a good understanding with each other, constantly asking after.


Rain, who'll be arriving the 30th for 3days and 2nights, is to participate in the concert in China.



credit to Hankookdaily
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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[Apr-30-2009][Fan Acct]Rain's just arrived at Beijing airport.


Rain put on his black color pants and yellowish T shirt with no sunglasses or cap.
They said, "He was very smart as a new pin and greeted very friendly. He left the airport with the speed of light."


*Rain is now in China for the charity concert that will be on May 1st under Jakie Chan.

credit to Rain Gallery
Brief translation by rain bird @rain-eu

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[May-01-2009]Rain & Jakie Chan will sing 'Fatherland Song' together



Rain and Hong Kong star 'Jakie Chan' will sing 'Fatherland Song' together at the finale stage of '2009 Good Friend Concert' on Mat 1st.


Jakie Chan side expressed, '2009 Good Friend Concert' to be held in Beijing Olympic main stadium this afternoon, is the large-scale concert that has been held under Jakie Chan every year from 2005, Rain and 'Super Junior' from Korea will be participating in the concert this year."


Rain who worked with Jakie Chan in Beijing Olymic last year, has joined the concert at the last moment by request of Jakie Chan,


Jakie Chan side said, 'This concert is expected to draw an audience of hundred thousand, Jakie Chan and Rain will sing 'Friend' together during the finale, and declare harmonious Asia and world people."


Meanwhile, Rain who had arrived at Beijing the day before the concert, refused the dinner for him in a roundabout way and went to a Korean restaurant with his 20 staffs allegedly.


According to a person from Jakie Chan side, Rain said, 'Korean residents abroad are also very hard under depression. I'd like to help them through taking a meal in Korean restaurant even if it is not a great help', so he went to the restaurant and paid for the meal personally.


They said Jakie Chan was deeply moved to hear the news and was full of admiration and said, 'Rain is a man of discretion and a beautiful young man.'

<update>
‘Fatherland Song'(歌唱祖國), which is well known in China, has finally been decided as the finale song.




credit to Yonhap News
Brief translation by rain bird@rain-eu