This is a dump space for any Asia-related stuff I (or you) think is fascinating, hilarious, just plain trippy, and everything in-between. Stuff from Southeast Asian countries is definitely encouraged, and everyone is welcome to post. (PM me to become a guest poster!) Let's all join hands and revel in the Asia-ness! :DDD
You know, I've realized that the video of Filipino inmates dancing the Haruhi dance is the most popular post I've made here in Only in Asia. So this time, I'll be sharing another Asian video with an anime twist.
In the past, there was a TV network named ABC 5 (now known as TV5). One of their shows at that time was "Philippine Idol", the Filipino version of the international hit talent show. (Not to be confused with "Pinoy Idol", the recent Filipino version which paled in comparison to the original.)
During the auditions, one anime fan decided to take a shot at Idol fame. And her song of choice: the opening theme song for Choudenji Machine Voltes V, a 1970's giant robot anime series that has become a significant part of Filipino pop culture.
So yes, even theme songs from giant robot anime can be used in a popular talent show. That is, if you're in the Philippines. I wonder what Simon would say to that.
Long time no post! How are you doing? For me, I've been busy in school as well as promoting my Top Ten Contest in theOtaku.com, which all of you are invited to join. (Heh! Cheap plug!)
Today, I'll feature a classic ad from the Philippines. This is for FITA Biscuits, a popular brand of biscuits in the country. This ad is basically summed up by the quote, "What you sow is what you reap." Enjoy!
If in case you didn't understand the little dialogue in this ad, here's a translation:
FAIRY: Because of your kind heart, make one wish.
GUY: Ahh...a sportscar! The red one!
Hey guys! Do any of you remember the prisoners at the Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC) in the Philippines? You know, the one that took YouTube and the whole world by storm when thousands of them danced to the tune of Michael Jackson's Thriller (Click here to view)? The one that TIME Magazine had called one of the most watched videos in 2007?
Well, they're doing it again (actually, they've danced a lot of other dances). This time, they're dancing to the tune of *drum rolls* the Haruhi dance!
Yes, the dance that took theOtaku by storm in the past year has now been performed by these dancing inmates. If you are like me and don't exactly know what the Haruhi dance is, click here. If you do know, then go ahead and enjoy this video:
So, who wants to be jailed in the Philippines and dance with these inmates?
P.S. Not to brag, but I live just several kilometers from this prison. So I can go there whenever I want to. *evil laugh* Unfortunately, I haven't yet. *cries like a baby*
Hey there, guys and gals. My name is The Mask, and I'm your new guest poster here in "Only in Asia". Every once in a while, I'll be posting stuff (most especially videos) that celebrates the Asian spirit in a funny or entertaining kind of way.
Anyway, my first post will be a video from the archipelagic nation called the Philippines, which is where I live in and where I'm typing this post. It's a clip from the Binibining Pilipinas 2008, a prestigious beauty pageant in the Philippines. Here, contestant Janina San Miguel makes a HUGE boo-boo in the English language during the Q&A portion. You gotta give her credit though, since she was able to get through it with a smile. Anyway, enjoy!
By the way, she's a Mass Communications student. Also, after that boo-boo she went on to win the title of Bb. Pilipinas - World, which means that she'll represent the Philippines in the Miss World 2008! So, any reaction to that?
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