9 posts tagged “arashi doramas”
Just got online tonight and first thing I did was to watch Hanamaru Cafe which I downloaded yesterday. Ohno is such a loving son and when he tried not to cry when he recounted how his parents are absolutely happy and proud of him made me teary-eyed. You make everyone proud with your achievements, Rida! :)
Okay, I admit that something caught my eye during this episode and all I could think of was...is this hot or what?! *cheeks burning*
Loved the arch of Sho's eyebrows. And how could I not notice the rippling of his muscles? *fans self, hides and dies*
INXS: Started downloading Maou Episode 1. It's been a long
time since I last downloaded a dorama. Please, please Torrent! Make
downloading the episode faster! Onegaishimasu! Can't wait to watch
Ohno and Toma in the battle of two immensely talented actors of their generation. Another actor included in that list is of course, Nino, whose cameo is something I am anticipating for so long since I miss seeing him act for a year.
I was even wearing a red shirt yesterday. It was actually bright red and I think the waiting for Maou channeled into my being unconsciously. ^_^
INXS 2: Gwen! I missed you too terribly! Please wait for my PM. I have so much to share about RL too! XD
...and even if they say that this movie is the final installment for Hana Yori Dango, maybe a few years from now they'll get back together and make another film or special or even an HYD 3 dorama!
This post is pretty sentimental because watching the Hana Yori Dango Final Special only last night brought back memories from 2005. Being a new Arashi fan at that time, "Wish" was the first single that I have experienced being promoted in real time. The rush of promotions made me a giddy fangirl and that started my Arashi downloading hobby, if you'd like to call it that. ^_^
Then, "Hana Yori Dango 1" came along. It was my first Arashi dorama and to watch it the day after each episode aired brought a new high to someone new in the fandom. Thus, both are pretty memorable to me as a fangirl and as somebody who has witnessed the tremendous growth of Arashi in three years. :)
Finally, these two scenes are the stuff of what dreams are made of. I love how these were shot and angled in a frame-like position. It's like they're the only two people in the world so in love with each other. A perfect daydream. Stop me! I'm getting mushy. Haha! XD
INXS: I absolutely love Aiko's song in the movie. It's haunting, melancholic. Just perfect.
...and I'm so glad. :)
Last year when it was announced that Nino and Sho were starring together in Yamada Tarou, my insides were close to popping out because of excitement. As an Arashi fangirl, it was one of those dream teams that you wished would work together and it did materialize. Actually, any Arashi pairing would be a dream come true for me whether it be on the small or big screen.
Now comes the confirmation that Ohno's finally in a drama, thank God that the rumors were true! We are literally thirsty for a long time for something like this to happen. And this announcement was more special because it is Rida. This moment makes me...it's absolutely hard to describe what I'm feeling because we're talking about Rida here! The enigmatic, lovable and eternally kind leader who lets others shine because he simply is the heart and soul of Arashi. *weeps with joy*
Then, comes news that Toma's with him. That's another dream come true! Rida and Toma in one dorama, let's get ready to rumble! People wanted Toma to debut with Arashi then and he has always been close to all the members. Talk about things falling into place. All I can say is, this is definitely a momentous occasion.
Toma, your new hairstyle literally killed me! Plus, your army jacket and your black hair. There's nothing to ask more really. Except to wish that May would become July and see both of you in action!
For the theme song, will it be an Arashi and Toma collaboration? *fingers and feet crossed*
INXS: Nino, can I apply to be your apprentice and let's do magic tricks together? You were amazing on the latest Himitsu episode and you can have an alternate career as a magician. A magician who loves berating others with his wit and sarcasm! Haha!
INXS 2: Next on everybody's wish list. An Aiba dorama. How about an Aiba and Jun together? Hehe. Anything's possible. ^_^
INXS 3: As I was about to post my entry, I realized it was a long one. Just proves how happy I am with the latest turn of events! XD
Mel-chan, my friend whom I talked about in one of my entries last week, is amazing! She got Kimi wa Petto just over the weekend and finished it in one sitting. Started at 9 pm Saturday night and finished by 7 am Sunday morning. Sugoi! Again, here are texts which I absolutely cherish because of the Jun love. Hehe! XD
Text at 6:42 am: "Nee-san! Ohayou! Just finished watching! LOVE IT! Jun-san no kawaii! Saikou de nee?! And can I just say that Hasumi-san is butt ugly? Compared to Momo-chan, that is! Hahaha! I cried when he left! Oh oh! I love it when Momo-chan slammed Sumire-chan to a vending machine and forcefully kissed her! Hahaha! All in all, I really loved it! It's so nice to see the cute and lovable side of Jun-san! Haha! Oyasuminasai!"
Text at 12:47 pm: "I was surprised with his kisses! I just saw peck kisses until then. I was like, woah! Chotto matte! Hahaha!"
Last text: "HAHAHA! Amazing! I told myself when he kissed her, go Momo-chan! Hahaha! U know my fave scene? The one time Sumire let him sleep with her. Then, they just hugged. Cute! Haha!"
INXS: A Ken Hirai version of a Stevie Wonder classic. This perked me up today. Can't wait for my eternal sunshine to finally come. Wishing everyone a pleasant week ahead! :)
I've hooked Mel-chan into liking Arashi! Yippeee! XD
It's so nice to actually hear something from a friend whom I didn't "majorly pimp" Arashi to. First, she found Nino terribly cute when I was simply watching clips and she saw me. Now, she's totally in love with Jun! And I'm so happy! Haha! After last week's conversation about Nino and Jun, I told her to watch Hana Yori Dango since she really finds Jun cool. We were just texting around 1 am, Saturday morning, and it was pleasantly surprising to know that Mel immediately surfed around and found herself a copy. Sunday morning came and when I woke up at 11 am, I found text messages from Mel and here's what it contained:
Text 1 at 5:40 am: "Nee-san! Let me just say, before I drop because of lack of sleep, that MATSUJUN ROCKS! I love him! I'm officially a fan! He's so cute in HYD! I'm up to episode 5 now. I'm so sad that I didn't start watching it earlier. But anyways, saikou! I love HYD! Hahaha! I'm glad you convinced me to watch it. Nee-san, dai dai daiiiisuki! Hahaha! Oyasumiii! ^_^"
Text 2 at 6:21 am: "Still can't get over HYD! Haha! I'm still hyperventilating from all the drama and Jun-san's gorgeousness and acting skills. Saikou! Haha! Can't sleep! Again, dai-suki nee-san! Haven't felt like this in a long time. Oyasumi again!"
Text 3 at 10:53: "Ohayou, nee-san! I loved the over-the-top acting. Frankly, I thought it was simply part of Tsukasa's personality to be over-the-top. So, I didn't think it was over-acting at all. Perfection! His acting was perfect for Tsuakasa's part. No question! I SO loved his scenes!"
Text 4 at 10:59: "It's pure nonstop action! Hahaha! Each episode kept tugging at my heartstrings. You know, to tell you the truth, I was skeptical with his acting too! But the first F4 scene, where they walked into the room full of students, goosebumps to the max! Hahaha! I love the bad boy vibes that he gives off!"
Hmmm, so what Jun dorama or movie will Mel-chan watch next? Should I tell her to watch Tokyo Tower? She might not be ready for that kind of Jun. Haha! My pick would either be Gokusen or Kimi Wa Petto! Other suggestions?
Plus! Mel-chan's sister knows Arashi! Ureshii ne! I'm sure if Mel gets to watch the other Arashi clips, she'll love everyone too! Can't wait for that day to come! :)
INXS: Neighbour, I'll answer the meme this week. Arigatou for tagging me! :)
I'm kinda shaking right now because of this picture! Fans of Yamada Tarou or those who have seen The Poor Prince (Taiwanese version), you know what I mean. Hahaha! :p
Thanks thanks fybabe for this Nino picture! And thanks too to Sumoboy for originally posting it. Nino dressed as a maid! One big waaaaaaaaaaaaah!
That's all I can say...
I finally got my AAA DVD last Wednesday and there are no words to describe how I feel. So many blog, Vox and LJ entries about the DVD have already popped up and I want to add one too. But I can't verbalize these emotions, these feelings that I have at all.
I've never expressed my love for Arashi in any public forum. But I am going to say this now. I love Arashi. I love them with all my heart and soul.
I am blessed as well as all Arashi fangirls out there to simply know them...to know that they exist. Cheesy as it may sound, they made this world a better place to live in. :-)
INXS: Zaizaiaddict aka Zzis Maggi, as what I've mentioned in our conversation, we'll forever be immortalized in the DVD! For once, we were together with Arashi in Taipei! Bwahahaha! :p
EDIT: I forgot to mention that I am utterly happy that Nino and Sho will star in Yamada Tarou Monogatari! I wish July would come sooner!
Plus plus! Delirious as well since Shun and Toma will be the lead stars in Hana Kimi. I love them both for the simple reason that they were my firsts. Toma was the first JE boy I saw on TV and instantly had a crush on. Or was it Go? Hahaha! Of course, Shun is my first non-JE boy and will always have a special place in my heart.
Ganbatte minna-san!
I need to let this all out...waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!
So much Arashi stuff in one day! I can't take it! Be still my heart! Bwahaha! I just read from Arashi.vox as well as from Jen of Arashiland that Nino will be playing Taro! My heart just went kaput on me, I tell you! I've long wanted to hear the confirmation and finally it came. Kami-sama, thank you! Not only do we get Nino as Taro but moreover, Sho is also part of the cast playing Taro's best friend, Takuya. Pray tell, how are we going to be sane while watching it come this July???!!! I don't think so. Not now Sho while you're still corrupting my mind. I can't get over the 'drooling' because of your very sexy pic in Jyosei Jishin! And Aiba too! :p
Speaking of Jyosei Jishin, I literally died last night from all the semi-naked Arashi goodness. There's nothing more left to say except take me to Japan right now! Thanks Sumoboy for making the hearts of all Arashi fangirls go a-flutter!
Plus, Nino was included in the E Channel's A-List of Asian People in Hollywood for "Letters from Iwo Jima". Thanks Luckpurple for the heads-up. She mentioned that Nino talked about Arashi and showed the ONE CD cover. Omedetou, Kazu-chan! Wishing you and Arashi more success in 2007. You guys definitely deserve everything that has come your way. :-)
I've finally finished episode 11 of "Haikei Chichiuesama" with subs last Friday. It's the same feeling that I got after watching "Yasashii Jikan". You feel refreshed and yeah, I felt alive in the notion that things do fall into place no matter how hard you get there. Redemption has always been the main key in this story and that's why I love Haikei to bits (that's why I love Japanese doramas as a whole too). The story not only dwells on the love aspect but the growth of each and every character. That's why I felt absolutely connected. And there are moments that I can't let go. I'll be missing Kagurazaka (can't wait to visit this place), Sakashita, Yukino-chan, Ryuu-san, Okami-san, Ritsuko-san, Ritsuko's hubby (how could I forget his character's name when in real life he's closest to Nino? *boinks head*), Naomi, Eri, and...Ippei. I'll be missing him a whole lot. Merci, Ippei-kun. And of course, how could I forget Tokio? Osu! XD
Another one that has been tugging my heart for the past few weeks is episode 11 of "Hana Yori Dango 2". My whole family is freaking out because they keep on hearing the orchestra version of "Love So Sweet" for one whole week! My aunts think that there's a wedding going on. Haha! There are times I catch myself teary-eyed at the proposal scene as well as the ending credits where Makino perfectly describes F4. I don't know why but I loved the way she said "Zutto, zutto, zutto, zutto" while running down the street. She said it so sweetly. Now, that's my segueway to "Love So Sweet", which is the perfect song for HYD2. Saikou it is!
I remember the conversation I had with Gwen a few months ago when we talked about these two doramas. I mentioned that "Hana Yori Dango 2" nourishes my quest for romance and for eternal love but "Haikei Chichiuesama" nourishes my soul, my existence.
INXS: It's unbelievable how even my boss gets dragged into my Japanese addiction. He bought me a pirated version (gomen ne about buying a pirated one :p) of "Letters from Iwo Jima" since he knew that my Japanese "boy" is in it. LOL! He even watched it and found the movie enjoyable. I am again thankful for having supportive people around me. ;-)
