Behind the Scenes of Japanese Drama "Hadakanbo-tachi"
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Genta Matsuda, a member of the popular idol group Travis Japan, is currently appearing in the new Japanese television drama "Hadakanbo-tachi," in which he plays the character Sabazaki.
New details have been released about the behind-the-scenes production of a bed scene featuring Matsuda's character, giving fans a closer look at how the moment was filmed.
During production, Matsuda was reportedly given a sudden and unexpected dance challenge, requiring him to learn and perform choreography with very little preparation time. According to reports, he managed to handle the unexpected task well.
Meanwhile, his co-star, veteran actor Yuya Takaki, played a part in selecting a costume for the production, choosing a dress that he described as the kind many women would wish to wear themselves.
Speaking about his current mindset, Takaki described himself as being in a highly driven phase of his career. He credited working alongside a much more experienced, senior co-star for teaching him valuable lessons about acting.
Takaki expressed hope that he would be able to put these newly learned skills into practice through his performance in the drama, which is set to air during the October television season.
In addition to these behind-the-scenes details, producers have also revealed the plot for the drama's third episode, offering audiences a preview of the story's upcoming direction. Reports suggest that both Matsuda and Takaki bring a sense of mature charm and chemistry to their roles, further building anticipation for the series among fans.
The drama "Hadakanbo-tachi" continues to generate media attention in Japan, with outlets closely following updates on its cast's experiences during filming as the October premiere approaches.
Vocabulary7 words
- Travis Japan
- a well-known Japanese idol performance group
- costume
- special clothing worn by actors for a role
- driven
- strongly motivated to succeed
- plot
- the main events and story of a show
- veteran
- someone with a lot of experience
- chemistry
- a natural connection between people
- anticipation
- excitement about something that will happen
Quiz
Answer key
1. Sabazaki 2. He selected a dress he felt women would want to wear 3. True
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think behind-the-scenes details about dramas attract so much media attention?
- Do you think last-minute challenges, like Matsuda's dance routine, can help actors grow professionally? Why or why not?
- What can younger actors learn from working with more experienced, senior co-stars?
- Would you be interested in watching "Hadakanbo-tachi"? Why or why not?


