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Rain Says Closing Ceremony Performance Was 'Electrifying'

lookout — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:03:33 -0700

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Singer and actor Rain performed "Beijing, I Love Beijing" with popular Chinese entertainers during the closing ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics held at the Main Olympic Stadium, or the "Bird's Nest," on August 24. Rain performed with popular singers Wang Lee Hom, Kelly Chen and Han Xue.

The following is an excerpt from an interview with Rain right after the performance:

Q. When did you get the offer to perform in the closing ceremony?

A. A year ago, I was asked to perform with an American artist. Later, they changed the theme to "Asian Unity" and decided to invite Chinese singers to perform. The organizing committee asked me to represent Korea. I later heard that film director Zhang Yimou, who was the artistic director for both the opening and closing ceremonies, recommended me. The plan was finalized four months prior to the Olympics, and I met with the singers a month before to record all the songs. We sang two lines each and sang the chorus together.

Q. You've performed in numerous large-scale concerts throughout your career, but isn't this your first time performing in front of 90,000 audience members and billions of TV viewers?

A. I performed in front of 40,000 audience members during my Beijing concert. However, my heart started pounding at the thought of having to sing in front of 90,000 people from all over the world and the sheer size of the whole performance. Each and every one of the singers I performed with on the evening of the closing ceremony was extremely passionate. Athletes became one and enjoyed the whole party. I felt electrified and excited at the same time. It's been a huge honor.

Rain in Dance Battle on "The Colbert Report"

lookout — Thu, 8 May 2008 07:02:57 -0700

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Singer and actor Rain finally met the popular U.S. comedian Stephen Colbert, the same man who lampooned him on national TV.

Rain was in L.A. for the premiere of his Hollywood debut in "Speed Racer," and on the night of the 5th, he showed off his dance skills on the nationwide TV program, "The Colbert Report." The program had been pre-recorded on the 28th at the New York City studio for cable TV's "Comedy Central" channel.

Rain's Agency Targets Japanese Market

lookout — Fri, 2 May 2008 05:22:22 -0700

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Rain's entertainment agency J. Tune Entertainment (CEO Cho Dong-won) is preparing to launch a cellular content service for Japanese fans.

On April 28th, a J. Tune representative announced that they have signed a contract with ACCEL Corporation, a Japanese company dealing in wireless services and that they are ready to provide "top quality content that will fulfill the needs of fans in Japan."

Rain to Begin International PR Tour for 'Speed Racer'

lookout — Sat, 5 Apr 2008 04:37:41 -0700

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Actor and singer Rain will begin a world tour for the promotion of the simultaneous international release of Hollywood's "Speed Racer" on May 8th.

Samsung Unveils Promotional Music Video Starring Rain

lookout — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:39:02 -0700

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Samsung Electronics has unveiled the 2008 Beijing Olympics theme song and the music video that will be used for advertising its Anycall mobile phones. Singer and actor Rain, who is one of the hottest celebrities in Asia, stars in the music video.

Top Star Rain Joins WMA

lookout — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:26:45 -0800

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Singer and actor Rain is set to launch his career in the United States. He recently signed a contract with William Morris Agency in Hollywood.

Rain has signed on for more than $4.2 million in ad work in a month!

lookout — Sat, 9 Feb 2008 05:04:33 -0800

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In the past month, Rain has signed on to make $4.2 million for his work in ads. He recently agreed to work as an exclusive model for a duty-free shop for 1 year, revealing he has received $950,000.

Rain May Sing Olympic Theme

lookout — Mon, 7 Jan 2008 07:22:24 -0800

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Singer Rain may sing the theme song for this year's Beijing Olympics.

He recently received a request from the Olympic organizing committee and is positively reviewing it.

I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK / 싸이보그지만 괜찮아

lookout — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 07:31:42 -0700

Release date(s) December 7, 2006

Directed by Park Chan-wook
Written by Jeong Seo-kyeong, Park Chan-wook
Starring Im Su-jeong & Bi (Rain)
Music by Jo Yeong-wook
Editing by Kim Sang-beom, Kim Jae-beom

Rain Overcomes "US Nightmare" and Resumes Career in Korea!

lookout — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 03:21:59 -0700

Rain is coming back on stage after the sudden cancellation of his Los Angeles Concert in last July. Rain is going to be back on stage at the special concert, which will be held at the Gymnastics Arena of Seoul Olympic Park on October 20th.