Although I still have a long way to go, I would like to become the pride of Asia. When another Asian artist enters the U.S. market, I would like him to think, 'There was an artist called Rain who succeeded in the U.S. market.' This is my dream. Votes: 19
I love 'Enter the Dragon,' and I love Japanese movies. I love Jackie Chan movies; they are my heroes. Votes: 18
I can eat everything; chocolate, hamburgers, pizza, go to McDonalds, Burger King, KFC. It's all in my body. Votes: 13
I had to make my body fit like Bruce Lee. I trained for eight months, five days a week, eight hours a day. I just ate chicken breasts and vegetables, sometimes just egg whites. Votes: 12
When I was young, 'Scarface' was my favorite film. Al Pacino is my hero. I want to work with him. Votes: 11
I learned how to dance every move of 'Billie Jean.' Votes: 10
I like junk food, French fries, hamburgers - I love it. Votes: 9
I was very innocent and shielded as a child, so I didn't know a lot about music or dancing. When I was in Primary Six, no one would participate in a talent show, so I decided to go on. When the audience applauded me, I felt euphoric, and I started dancing right after that! Votes: 9
I experienced firsthand what it means to be poor, what it means to go hungry, and that, I think, may be the reason, the root cause of why I'm able to work so hard, even these days. Votes: 9
Endless effort, endless humility, endless modesty. Votes: 9
I love Al Pacino. Votes: 8
Some people might think Rain is the superstar or super successful, but I am someone who always sets new goals and tries to accomplish them. Votes: 8
I dedicated my 20s, my passion and energy to the name 'Rain.' I always did my best, and I thought if I did, it would eventually show, and even if it didn't turn out well, I wouldn't have any regrets. Votes: 7
I don't get my inspiration from a specific source. It's more like if you listen to a good tune, it gives me inspiration to write a better tune. Votes: 6
Having fans wherever I go gives me an energy, and it is the source of my power. Votes: 6
In Korea, when I started, there wasn't a trend where people chose to be both actors and singers. I was the first to do both. It was a great deal hard work, but I got a lot of support and love from my audience. And for me to receive the same treatment overseas, I felt that I was also very lucky. Votes: 5
I'd love to continue my career in Hollywood - I'd love to do another action film, or a romantic comedy, or horror. I love horror films. Votes: 5
When I was doing stunts, I had lots of cuts on my body because of the chain. Even though everybody took care of me, I still got hurt. Votes: 5
The more criticism I get, the more it gives me a stronger urge to win. So I try harder. Votes: 4
I learned that instead of relying on and imitating American music, there is a better chance for an Asian artist to succeed if he or she follows his or her own culture. Votes: 4
From when I was young, I wanted to be an action hero. I always dreamed about being an action star. So finally, I made it. Votes: 3
The biggest competition is myself. I am not looking to follow others or pull them down. I'm planning to test my own boundaries. Votes: 3
I do take defeats well. However, I don't just leave them at that. I take time to analyze why I was defeated and make sure I don't make the same mistakes again. I think it is important to learn from one's mistakes. Votes: 3
I loved ninjas when I was younger. Votes: 2
I've always wanted to be a singer and an actor. I will continue to concentrate on both because I love both. Votes: 2
I want to read a lot of comic books. I want to watch movies. I want to rest. Votes: 2
I want to challenge myself to see where my limit is and experiment with a lot of different films. A lot of artists from Asia focus too much on their Asian background. I don't want to let go of my background, but to be a success in the U.S., which is my goal, I realize I need to surround myself with American filmmakers and producers. Votes: 2
I was told that when I'm dancing, I give off the feeling of a rainy day. Votes: 1
I exercise regularly; I make it a point to spend some time in the gym. It is important for people to enjoy their exercises, so choose a form of exercise that makes you happy. Votes: 0
I love my home, just playing games and just sleeping. No matter where you go, nothing is better than sleeping. Votes: 0
I never pick a film based on the genre; I choose the characters I play. I will think it through thoroughly - whether I am the best person to play the character, able to excel in it and match with the other characters. Votes: 0
I want to be an actor who always tries the best regardless of roles. Votes: 0
I would definitely like to continue my career in Hollywood, work hard and do my best. Votes: 0
No matter how hard people try break you down, or whoever tries to stomp on you. You will always have the same value. No one can change you. Votes: 0
When I was young, I saw a lot of martial arts films with Jet Li, Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee. I loved them. They are my heroes but, I'm so powerful, I'm so faster. I'm so young and so handsome like a model. I really loved them so they are my role models. Votes: 0