Life of Pi

Thinking of which title to use for my post.. "Life of Pi" or my first experience at Aeon Station 18 TGV cinema? Maybe both? But maybe "Life of Pi" is better since it is the story that kept me wanting to know more about the director, the story and actually, wanting to read the novel. 

Cousin and aunt wanted to watch this movie. Little did I know that it was showing at the cinema until they brought it up at the dinner table. They briefly told us about the story which tells of a young Indian man whom his family had a zoo in India. At some time, they had to leave India and transport the animals on a ship. But when they were travelling, they encountered a severe storm and only this young Indian man survive and had to live on the sea with a tiger after the ship wreck. 

It got me interested and wanted to watch the movie. But we didn't book tickets earlier and so, ended we had to watch a 3D show at Aeon Station 18 (the only cinema with reasonable seats). But it's all worth it, watching it in 3D. The scenes were so like "Avatar"... showing the life under the sea, whale, dolphins, and some magical island. Each scene is just too short to take it all in!

The most important thing of this story is that it brings you to think about God. His existence and His provision during time of needs. "Pi" started narrating his story to a writer in the beginning of the movie by telling him that the story that he's going to tell him may lead him to believe in God. 

It's an incredibly good and meaningful movie. And it will get you thinking. Yes, maybe I'll start reading the novel. ;)

Ramyun from BIG korean drama

Saw this ramyun selling at RM4.50 in Aeon supermarket. It looks so similar to the ramyun that Kang Kyung-Joon (Gong Yoo) likes in the drama. In the drama, he had the whole cabinet full with the same type of ramyun. I guess this is how advertorials are slot into drama... very common for korean dramas. Especially clothings, handphones, glasses, watches..etc. 

So... i bought one to try out. Yes, one only lah.. ;p 

Taste was ok lah.. not too great that I'll fall in love with it and buy a whole full cabinet. Well, I did purchase the ramyun after watching the drama..the ads in the drama did meet its objective. lol..

BIG - Korean drama

Been busy with "BIG". *Grin* 

Got attracted to this drama because of Gong Yoo. First saw him in Coffee Prince which was the first Korean drama I watched. Ever since then, I've like korean dramas more than TVB series. Hehehe... i'm an avid Korean drama fan. 

This drama is highly recommended to those who like macho hunk Gong Yoo. I'm drooling all over when he showed his 'chocolate bar'. LOL . You have to watch the drama for that though..hahaha..

Of course, the story is very interesting as well. Synopsis can be found in a lot of place if you google it. So, I won't be writing much about that. Just want to show some photos I found on the web which has some of my favourite scenes. :D 

Not to forget the superb fashion styles in every episodes. Reviews and fashion recaps can be found here. I just realized that I didn't take notice of the fashion styles until i bumped into this site. Was too busy reading the subtitles. :P

Juniel

Fell in love with a Korean song the first time I heard of it on the radio the other day. The voice sounded familiar..and i checked on google. True enough, it was what I thought..CN Blue's Jung Yonghwa's voice! ;D But the other female vocal, who is she, I wonder... who's having the privilege to sing a duet with Jung Yonghwa..? 

And it came out to be from a rookie soloist named Juniel. They were singing Stupid, a song which Jung Yonghwa produced for Juniel's debut in Korea.

Listen to the song here 

Unsure of who she is, I had a search and found out that she started her career just like CN Blue. She writes her own songs and can sing really well. She performed on the street in Japan too! Listened to a few of her songs...and they do sound really nice! Good that her senior is looking out for her. ;) I'm positive she has a really bright future with her many talents!

Raymond Looi's Concert

Attended a christian music concert organized by Elim Professional Youth Fellowship yesterday night. The singer was Singpetra Mission's Raymoon Looi. The first time I heard his music was in 2005, when I was attending a church camp in Pulau Jerejak. He has a strong and determined voice, to sing praises to God and  he shows his passion in glorifying God through his gifts in music, songs and testimonials. More information about him at Singpetra's website and Raymond Looi's Facebook page.

Some snapshots of him on stage performing.

His messages often relate us to our daily life, relationship building and positive thinking which encourage us to face life challenges with faith and love of God. The songs he sings usually combine gospel songs and some meaningful pop songs. Yesterday night, he sang 我的路，a few hymns from his latest album, and some songs from Anita Mui, Sam Hui and Lisa Wang's 用爱将心偷.

Will look forward to his next performance in ipoh. ;)

Heartstrings has made me hooked to CN Blue

I just finished watching "Heartstrings" or "You've Fallen for Me" recently. A korean drama full of lovely and funny scenes. It was fun to watch. It was a pity the drama ended in 15 episodes. I really craved for more. Lee Shin (Jung Yong Hwa) and Gyu-Won (Park Shin Hye) really make a great couple together. The atmosphere at the university, the songs played by the school rock band (Stupid), the cheerful character of Gyu Won and the cool Lee Shin, and all the great friends portrayed in the drama were really awesome!  I missed the drama already! 

Love this photo below a lot. Look so..emm...yummy... ;)

They even have their characters' phone strap! :D Cute ya! Oh, btw, Gyu-Won played the zitter, a traditional instrument.

After watching the drama, i've looked through YouTube for english subbed NG scenes. But found only a few. Later, while searching for Heartstrings OST, i stumbled upon Jung Yong Hwa's profile, the guy who played Lee Shin's character. He's the lead vocalist and leader of indie band, CN Blue. He played Shin Woo in You're Beautiful. I wasn't interested in his character that time. Haha..i guess i was too focus on Jang Geun Seuk who played the lead male in You're Beautiful. Now, i recall back, i think Yong Hwa is really cute! =D Though at the age of 22, he has a powerful voice. He leads his band fantastically. And he played the guitar really good. Watched some of their Sound Plex  performances at youtube.. i seem to be hooked now! Was playing their songs on my old Sony Ericsson W800i phone almost everyday to work. Haha.. (well, cuz i don't have a MP3 player for my car). And my battery went dead too often!!! :p

I especially like the song named "You Have Fallen For Me" and "Because I miss You" sung by Jung Yong Hwa in Heartstrings. "Because I miss You" has become my ringtone. hehehe.. Would really love to see them in Malaysia! haha! 

Check out this song from CN Blue "First Step" album. :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGJ4p9a7cv0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbwS7vHgZzQ

Inspiring Korean singers

Went to a K-Pop concert with a few friends yesterday held at PGS hall. It was held in aid of IPOHBUG, an organization to encourage sports and healthy lifestyle in youths. After the president of IPOGBUG gave his speech, one of my friends said that what IPOHBUG is doing is really a good cause. When she was a youth, she said there's nothing much for her to get involve with (except at school). Yeah.. i agree with her that this is a good opportunity to bring youths together and know more friends.

What I really enjoyed about yesterday was the voice of the singers. They are really good! I wonder why they are not famous... They sung a number of korean drama songs and a few english songs. Though i don't understand what they were singing in Korean, the feelings and emotions they put in the music really grabbed your attention. And you can't stop admiring how great their voices are.

They started with "NOBODY" and the song really boost up the mood. When Brian Kim came out..all the girls went in front of the stage and started yelling. It was really an electrifying night. ;) The singers comprised of Brian Kim (american-korean singer & songwriter), Cho Hye-Ri (I like the way she sung "Little Mermaid"), Lee Yun Hwa (he got great potential, quite good-looking too), Noh A-Ram (funny guy he is..told us to check out his webpage at "www.iamcoffeeboy.com" and quite a handsome guy, :D) and Nae-Ri (she has a beautiful voice indeed!)

Lee Yun Hwa did a 'remix' of Girls Generation "Gee" & Mister. That was really awesome! :D They ended the night with "You Raise Me Up". Nice...

Here are some photos and short video to share :-