My favourite japanese actors (Part I)

There are a few Japanese actors whom I like. I enjoyed watching them act. But I don't really chase for their dramas/movies or interviews.

One of them is 妻夫木聡 (Tsumabuki Satoshi). I've liked him since I've watched his movie "Waterboys." He was really funny and cute then. At age of 25 now, he has won several awards for his acting. With the good luck he has and the hardwork that he has put in, he has gained many opportunities to work with good directors and starred in good scripts (either in dramas or movies). He has since become a popular actor ever since "Waterboys" (year 2000). I think he's considered as one actor who will never be poor as opportunities always knock on his doors.

I really like to watch him in the drama "Orange Days." He has brought the character to life. Off course, the other cast also played a part. Though I don't find him compatible with 柴崎辛 , there was indeed chemistry between the two of them.

In the drama, 妻夫木さん said he hates people calling him cute. I wonder whether in true life he feels the same. 妻夫木さん is cute, boyish and full of energy. But this also hinders him from playing matured roles. Well, he's still young. There's definitely a chance for him to act in a mature role.

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沢村一樹　（Sawamura Ikki） is another of my favourite actor. When I first saw him in "Heaven's Coins II," I felt that he resembled マシャ. I think it's because when 沢村さん smiled, his dimples are similar to マシャ. Since then, I've been paying attention to him.

沢村さん is not popular. But he has always receive invitations for roles in dramas. Maybe because I don't watch his dramas that often (some of his dramas are not sold in JB), when I get to watch his drama, I will have this eager feeling to see his acting. Wonder whether he has improved, his image in the drama, his role etc etc. I enjoyed watching his acting and listening to his voice everytime I watch his drama.

So far, his role in "Orange Days" has projected the best prince charming image. Though he only appeared in a few episodes, he really steal the limelight. I always find that he's very charming and is charismatic. Classified under the prince charming type. But maybe because of his luck, he didn't manage to get popular. He's also very low profile and you don't get to hear much news about him. As such, his private life is totally a mystery to me. The only thing I know is he can speak very good English. Oh, this is another point that adds to his charm!

Lee Byun Hun

My favourite Korean actor, Lee Byun Hun is in town recently to promote his DVD, "Brave" and "Human." I never expect him to come to S'pore. Only saw the news about 2 weeks ago. But I kept his event to promote his DVD in my diary.

So, after much considerations (yes, I'm a retired fan, don't show my face at these events anymore), I decided to go for his event, that was held at Bishan Junction 8, 20 February 2005, 5pm. I reached there only around 4.20pm. Quite crowded, but I think still alright. But as time goes by, the crowd getting bigger and bigger. Around 5.20pm, he came! He wore a white shirt with pink designs and a jeans. Off course, with a sunglass too. The first reaction when I saw him was "Hey, he's exactly the same on TV or magazine!" I enjoyed watching him actually. Kind of strange feeling, coz I think it's not real. He tried his best to speak in English. All English, no Korean at all! I'm really surprised that his English is very fluent (He majored French in University, so perhaps it's one of the means that helped him to polish up his English?). He put on a very good smile all the way and was very nice to the fans who went to stage. The second fan who went on stage asked him to give her a hug, and he did. The third fan, just jumped and hugged him. He was caught off by her act. Eventually when all the rest of the fans went on stage, he spread out his arms and hugged them. He's really nice and touching. I guess being his fans is really fortunate. He treats his fans much better than other artists (saw from his website that he even called his fans personally! So thoughtful!) I'm glad that I went for the event. I can see how cool and manly he is. The most important is to see his friendliness towards his fans and being considerate to them. Frankly speaking, I don't like Korean dramas. Too slow and boring. But the first and only Korean drama that caught my attention and made me 'chase' for it was "Beautiful Days." I'm attracted by Brian's (yes, his English name is Brian) acting. He acted in the main role. That was about 4-5 years ago. The drama was shown on TV (the channel has been terminated) and the korean drama craze was not in fashion yet. Till then, I've been paying attention to his news and dramas. Off course, I don't follow that closely, but I considered him as one of my favourite actors. His acting is just solid!

Frastration

Recently I've been rather frastrated about work. No support given to me and problems, problems!!! Worse of all, IT king simply push things around. Heard that people described him as 'hands-off.' Really good description.

I really pity shortie (in fact I told him this straight to his face ~ am I crazy be this frank with him???). He has to do many things by himself and he is so stressed up. He complained a few times to me. Sometimes he shouted, but I do understand his stress and frastrations. If I were shortie, I would have resigned long ago. IT king 敢敢 demanded alot when he was 'targeted' for the job. Despite satisfying his greed, he doesn't perform. And this is the common sentiment that was shared between a number of us. What a disappointment! Bet they may have regretted getting IT king on board.

With all these unhappiness,my attitude has changed. Really have this 'bochap' attitute. I just do my own work and ensure it's done properly. Don't bother me for anything else. Try to keep as low profile as possible and not to ask anything in extra. I really hated myself for doing this, but I'm really disappointed with the current situation. I believe I can do better.. but still there's this devil in my mind telling me not to as no one will appreciate what I do. I wonder how long I can tahan...どんなあても、頑張れかな？？？

それは、突然嵐のよろに

Yesterday night I finished watching "それは, 突然嵐のよろに” (這是突然而來的風暴), starred by 江角マキコ & 山下智久. The story is about a married woman of age 34, who met a 18 year old 高校生 by coincidence. Both of their lives changed after they met each other. They managed to confide their true feelings with each other. The woman divorced at the end. Not because of they guy, but because the husband realised that he may not be the right person giving her happiness. In the end, the woman asked the 18 year old guy to face reality as he has many more years to go before he reached her age...A sad story.. >_<

I think love has no boundaries. No matter of your religion, culture, age.. But still we have to face the reality. Just like in the drama, the two of them have to face the problem of differences in age, financial status, family etc. SL said it's a funny story. But I think this is a true reflection in today's life.

While I'm watching the drama, I thought to myself. What'll I do if I encounter the same situation??? I guess I'll also take the same approach. Or probably I'll be with the younger guy, and see how it goes.. Well, I may not even get to meet the true love in my whole entire life. So if I have the chance to meet one, I should seize every opportunity. This is my philosophy in love. Better to try it than to regret for the rest of my life.

Spillover

I have this experience of bring back the habit from abroad everytime I returned from long trip. The first was when I first went to Japan in 1997, I ate apples at 青森 (the place is famous for producing apples). The apples were so sweet and delicious. So after I came back to S'pore, I started eating applies...

The recent trip to Japan, I drank coffee almost everyday (don't know why Japnese like to drink coffee more than tea). So when I returned to S'pore, I drink coffee almost everyday...

Discussed this with one of my friend, AC, she also experienced the same thing...

Probably this is a common experience...