LOTTE ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
A IN & IN PICTURES PRODUCTION
Plan, Produce/Lee Gyeonggyu
BORN TO SING
THIS FILM WAS MADE BASED ON TRUE STORIES OF THE CONTESTANTS
KIM IN-KWON, RYOO HYEON-KYEONG
Kim Sumi, Oh Gwangrok
Yes, sir. I'm almost there.
I see a bar called, 'Best'.
I see.
'Beauties'? I see it!
Damn! Why live on a mountain!
- Where do you want him? - Here, please.
Got drunk again!
How much? I'm so sorry.
With $10 extra for coming so far, $30, please.
- Sorry. - Don't pay $30!
- Shut up! - It's $20.
Oh shit!
Damn!
Ouch!
BORN TO SING
MI-AE'S HAIRSHOP
Hear the music?
Let's have a kicking day with some lively music.
Pump up the volume!
Slacking off again?
Practice!
You got it all wrong!
Can't you cut it straight and fast!
Oh, right.
If you don't get it right, you won't pass!
The hairdresser exam is soon!
How's that?
Think this is a joke?
You gonna drive drunks home for life?
You're sick of being a hair shop helper.
So, get licensed and work with me.
Yes, babe.
I'll work hard.
I'll do my best for my Princess Mi-ae.
Hey!
Drinking so early?
Yup.
No time like the present to drink.
Here you are.
NOODLE HOUSE APPEARING ON 'BORN TO SING'
You're going on 'Born to Sing'?
Yes, I want to go on and promote our shop.
- Can you sing? - Of course!
Hurray! Hurrah! I'm so in love with you!
Noodle man?
Yes?
Singing has to have soul.
Soul?
Have a drink.
Then, you get filled with soul.
You gotta sing with that.
This must be the end.
Now, I will turn away.
Bo-ri! Let's eat!
Can't you get up quick and help me set the table?
Why soak it?
You'll ruin your stomach.
Cuz it tastes so good!
It's mommy!
Mommy!
Yup, I'm eating now.
Buy me hamburgers and chicken!
Grandpa never buys me.
- When will you come? - Give me!
It's me.
Another business trip?
Fine. Have a safe trip abroad.
Don't hang up!
- Put me on! - Take care.
Why'd you hang up!
Phone calls cost money.
But I wanted to talk to her!
- Mommy pays the bill! - Be quiet!
Try 'Her Heart', rich with vitamins and raspberry extract...
Try 'Her Heart'.
Why isn't the word out yet on 'Her Heart'!
Know how much I put into this?
Dong-su? Do you know?
Sir?
The taste test was your idea! I just lost money!
How about a TV commercial, sir?
Go on and say how great it is for men and...
A TV commercial would be great!
But you know how much that costs!
Stop drinking and think.
You never do anything right.
Just a pretty face!
Damn it!
- Go on! Drink up! - Yes, sir.
Order more drinks.
Thanks, Hyun-ja...
I'm so lonely...
Mi-ae? Busy?
I got a quick question.
What does it mean when a man tells you he's lonely?
No, he just said it to me out of the blue.
He wants me to fill his loneliness?
Really?
Oh my!
Hyun-ja.
Men are simple.
Be nice and you'll win him over.
Especially when he's lonely.
Tell me more, later. Bye.
What's with you?
Take the shades off.
- Buy me some clothes? - No way.
There's nothing to wear since I got fat.
Think you can wear and eat all you want?
You a kid?
Please?
Let go! Get off me!
Cut it out!
Why new clothes all of a sudden?
Going somewhere?
Huh?
I smell a rat!
I'll report on hosting 'Born to Sing'.
We put up 72 posters and 55 banners to draw active participation.
Auditions will be at Town Center and the finals at District Hall.
- Mr. MENG? - Yes?
When's my turn?
For 'Born to Sing'.
Call KBS and get my turn near the end.
- You want to sing, Mayor JOO? - Mr. MENG!
Appearing on the show will be good for her in the next elections.
Cut the damn crap!
Why bring up elections here?
Think I'm dying to sing?
As the mayor, I should take part.
And greet the citizens.
Mingle with them.
You know?
Excellent idea, ma'am.
I'll ask KBS to place you at the end of the show.
The people will all be gone right at the end.
Put me around fifth last.
That's not possible!
Even the mayor must audition. She can't just go on the show.
Isn't there an exception?
She's the mayor...
In the show's 30 year history, no one's been on without auditioning.
Please.
Then, I'll go to Seoul and ask the director.
I'd better go.
Hello?
Shouldn't a mayor be able to go on without auditioning?
After just one bite, all your wrinkles are gone!
It's delicious!
- Isn't it? - Yes!
- May I promote our town more? - Sure!
See that?
Let MC SONG try our product made with our town's specialty.
It'll be a hit!
Who'll do it? Someone young would be nice.
How about Dong-su?
Pardon?
I think Hyun-ja should go, sir.
What?
Women tend to do such promos on TV.
Right, Hyun-ja. You enter the show.
But I can't, sir! Really.
If you pass the auditions, I'll give you a bonus!
But, sir...
You're in charge of marketing. She's all yours.
Yes, sir.
Heard that?
Applause!
Folks, y'all know Born to Sing' will be held here.
Let's all go and see MC SONG
Let's be on TV and have some fun!
Grandpa! You love that show! Audition for it!
Forget it. Why would I?
Grandpa OH!
If you don't enter, we'll charge you a fine!
You never come out!
Looks like you have to enter.
Hurray! Hurrah! I'm so in love with you!
Jin-hee! Jin-hee!
But I must go tomorrow
Leaving you behind
My score for you is 2.
2 points?
0.2 points.
I'm screwed.
Are you crazy?
You can't go on like that!
You gotta feel the song.
- Feel? - Look.
It's a sad song about leaving the girl he loves.
Isn't that heartbreaking?
But I must go tomorrow
Leaving you behind
Jin-hee!
Stress it!
Jin-hee!
Leaving you behind
Vibration!
Now, softly.
Though flowers bloom and birds sing
Light to strong!
Still, I must leave! For you!
Glaring!
For you, I must go!
Like she's here.
Jin-hee, for you!
Quieter.
The woman I love
Desperately.
My love!
Loudly!
My love! My love!
Bend the notes!
Vibration!
Get it?
Man, why didn't you become a singer?
I know you're a young couple working hard to make a living.
But my husband says we should be more firm.
My son wants to study abroad.
We gotta do what we can to support our kid's education.
Of course.
Without kids, you may not understand.
We'd love to pay you more.
But because of that big salon, business is slow.
I'm still paying off remodeling this shop.
I can't afford to put more down on deposit.
That's your problem.
There are people willing to pay more for this shop.
You catch my drift?
Can't you do it right?
I hate that creaking sound!
Should I get a part-time job?
Like what?
A new restaurant opened up town.
I can make $500 working nights.
I can't let my princess work like that!
It's out of the question. Got it?
Why're you being so protective all of a sudden?
Drive carefully and come home quick.
- Okay? - Yes, babe.
Get going! Go!
SEAFOOD NOODLES
Something wrong?
Of course not. Just came to see you.
Yeah, right. Something's fishy.
Mom?
Can you lend me some money?
Bong-nam caused trouble again?
Don't start that again.
Stop bringing up the past. He's a hardworking man.
Then, why do you need money?
My landlord wants more deposit money for the shop.
Just $5,000? I'll pay you right back.
I don't have any money!
I knew you didn't.
A young couple can't even come up with $5,000?
Why's this so salty?
Who are you?
Who am I?
Homeland farm products suit us best
They're the best
Who needs hamburgers?
Who needs pizza?
You sing well.
Thanks.
How about singing another song?
But the boss said to sing this because it goes with our product.
I'll talk with the boss. Just sing what you like.
What song do you like?
Leaves rustled down in the wind
During the long winter night
My mother and I
Sat together and...
- 'And talked of old!' - And talked of old
Why do you keep forgetting the lyrics?
You get like that when you're old.
Forget it! Back from the start!
Ready, go!
Leaves rustled down in the wind
During the long winter night
I can't do it!
Why can't I remember the lyrics?
You get like that when you're old.
Why you!
Let's start over and get it right this time!
Okay!
Ready, go!
Mr. MENG!
Hello, Producer.
Thanks for coming all this way.
It's our job. Thanks for having us.
World Cup hosts don't have to qualify.
Isn't there a way?
Mr. MENG is set for a promotion.
Please help him out.
If this goes well, I'll become a director.
Okay, then. As long as she's good...
Thank you!
I really appreciate it!
You're saying I have to audition?
It's just a formality, ma'am.
Just go to meet the producer and the staff and what not.
Tell them I'm singing, 'Lady Kasbah'.
Lady what?
Cigarette smoke
Filled thickly
In foggy Kasbah
Don't know?
Right! 'Lady Kasbah'.
I'll let KBS know.
What's funny?
This is a really sad song.
It's great.
PARK Bong-nam!
Get up and eat!
Stop acting dead and get up!
Eat and run to the shop. I'm booked today. Got it?
BORN TO SING
- Bo-ri? - Yeah?
- Come here! - Grandpa!
Look over there!
Why'd you come?
- Why would I miss this? - Crazy! You're gonna sing?
Guess the whole town is here.
Relax. I'm sure everyone here is nervous, too.
- Right. - You'll be fine.
Please register to audition!
- Register before entering! - Where are you?
I'm on my way.
'BORN TO SING' AUDITIONS
The auditions will start soon.
Contestant 1 on standby, please!
- Bong-nam! - Hey!
- Born to... - Sing!
Go! Go! Let's go!
My love is coming.
Disqualified. Thank you.
Drenched in memories
We danced together
How I miss our days of young
Hurray! Hurrah! I'm so in love with you
Jin-hee! Jin-hee!
But I must go
Disqualified.
Thank you.
I must go deliver!
Please step off the stage.
The best Chinese food in town!
Call 'The Noodle House' at 435-8282!
We deliver fast! Call 'The Noodle House'!
- Funny? - Yes!
Oh my!
Please don't do this
A woman's heart is
Like the reed Don't do this
Please don't This is wrong
Disqualified, ma'am. Please come down.
What?
I'm not going till I finish my song!
Hey! Let go!
Please stop! Let's go outside!
Get your hands off me!
Damn fool!
Don't you have parents?
Yes! Of course I do!
Damn fool!
Then, where's your respect for elders!
- Come on! Let's go! - Hey!
Mayor JOO! Welcome.
Mayor JOO has joined us today.
Hello, everyone! I'm Mayor JOO Ha-na.
What a great turn out.
I hope our region will become more known through 'Born to Sing'.
Our great persimmons, raspberries....
and technology mixed with cultural heritage...
- Mayor JOO? - Yes?
I'm sorry. We don't have much time.
Right. There are many people waiting.
Then, may I sing?
- Please do. - Thank you.
Cigarette smoke
Filled thickly
In foggy Kasbah
Forgetting her name
- And her age - She's terrible.
She sadly dances
That day in Kasbah
There in that place
Ah, thank you.
Is that all?
I'm sorry, but you're disqualified.
Me?
I'm sorry.
I see.
Thank you.
May I treat you to dinner after all your hard work?
No, thank you. We'll be in touch, Mayor JOO.
Very well, then.
Just a formality?
How embarrassing!
I'm sorry, ma'am.
- My name is... - Use the microphone, please.
Oh, yes.
My name is OH Mu-taek.
Go! Grandpa OH!
Go! Grandpa!
Leaves rustled down in the wind
During the long winter night
My mother and I
Sat together
And talked of old
How...
How did I!
Disqualified. Thank you, sir.
It's leaking here.
Can you hold this for a sec?
- Sure. - I'm so sorry.
Where's your husband? Did he quit?
No. He must be sick.
Champion!
- You! Who is screaming! - Champion!
- You! Who is music crazy! - Champion!
Qualified!
Bong-nam!
You were totally awesome!
Why didn't you look at the lyrics I wrote for you?
How can I read something so small?
Forget it!
I can't believe you failed!
I wanted to sing well for you. Too bad.
I'm sorry.
What's with the look back then?
What look?
When you forgot the lyrics, you did this.
It cracked me up!
I didn't do that!
You did! Like this!
Leaves rustled down in the wind
Me? You dare!
During the long winter night
What was it?
May mother and I
Sat together
I'm a has-been.
But today...
When I sang in front of all those people...
Their eyes lit up as they listened to me sing.
My heart pounded so fast.
Then, I realized...
Why am I living like this?
You crying?
PARK Bong-nam!
No! Man-sik! No!
- You came? - No! Man-sik!
Man-sik wouldn't want us to cry over his death.
I'll drink and join him!
Stop it, man! We gotta live and move on!
Why didn't you tell me about the funeral?
It was so sudden.
How much did you pitch in?
$20.
Must've been close.
Want some money?
Here's $30.
Thanks a lot, babe.
Promise you'll pass this time?
- Okay? - Yes, babe.
I'll report on 'Born to Sing'.
The auditions went well.
On the day of the show...
Mayor JOO?
How about going on stage to greet...
Of course.
Though I can't sing, I should greet our citizens.
Yes.
Splendid.
Mayor?
Actually, the producer and I had an agreement.
But since you sang so...
What! I'm not singer! I'm an amateur!
Oh, please!
But I had the beat down pat!
- Didn't I? - Yes! Of course!
Damn singing contest.
'Her Heart'? What's this?
It's like a woman's heart.
It's filled with Vitamin C and great for men.
And it works wonders for anti-aging.
It's a nutritious energy drink.
For men...
Men?
Great for men's sexual stamina! That's the main point!
Yes, sir.
Did you train her or not?
Sorry, sir. I'll be sure to train her well.
Enough with the apologies!
I'm watching you!
Sorry, sir.
Start over!
Go!
Hyun-ja? Is it embarrassing?
Yes...
Then, stop it.
What?
Promotion or not, you're a woman.
Right...
How can a woman say things like sexual stamina on TV?
Though it's part of your job...
- Then, what? - Don't worry.
I'll take responsibility.
I was thinking of quitting anyway.
What? Why?
I can't do my job right.
I'm forced to do things like this.
And I put you through this because of me.
I'd better go.
But....
Dong-su!
You're not worthless.
You didn't ruin life.
What?
It's great for men's sexual stamina!
And wear a Hanbok!
Stich raspberries on it with the product name!
'Her Heart' in big letters!
In bold red!
I'm off!
Hi
Long time no see!
How much is chicken?
$6.50.
That much? I paid $5 before.
For your husband?
He could use a good meal.
Then, take it for $5.
If he wins the singing contest, you owe me!
What?
He was amazing at the auditions!
You probably mistook him for someone else.
What are you saying?
- He's her husband? - Yes!
I even got his autograph.
THE FOREVER DREAMER! PARK BONG-NAM
The hell!
You boys got disqualified, huh?
The hell?
Dancing has to have soul.
Who are you?
I'm home.
You got us beer?
What's that smell?
What's this?
Chicken!
Thank you, babe!
Like it?
It's delicious. Have some!
Princess Mi-ae works her magic!
Get out.
What?
Take the bag and leave.
Why're you mad?
Why'd you lie to me?
What do you mean?
The whole town knows you're singing on the show but me.
Didn't I mention that?
I thought I already did.
It's not what you think.
I was gonna go on TV and promote our hair shop.
You're up to it again?
Come on. It's to promote our shop.
I also needed a change from all the hard work.
It's on the same day as your hairdresser exam.
Is it really?
I knew it.
You're not taking the exam?
Come on, I didn't say that.
Promise me.
What?
That you'll take the exam!
Okay, I promise.
Hello? It's me.
Bo-ri is at school.
How's everything?
It's raining here.
Is something wrong?
You said that was next year!
So, you didn't go to Canada on business?
She's settled fine here. Why take her now?
Forget it. Bye.
Grandpa!
Watch where you're going.
Did you learn a lot today?
You know I hate studying.
Grandpa? Wanna hear jokes?
They're about numbers.
Why was 6 afraid of 7?
Can you guess?
No.
Because 7 8 9.
What did 0 say to 8?
Can you guess?
No.
Nice belt!
I don't get them at all.
They're really funny.
Why aren't you eating?
You eat lots.
It's really good. Try a bite.
It's okay. You eat.
Try it, Grandpa!
Okay, then.
- Good, isn't it? - Yes, it is.
What?
Nothing.
- Isn't it delicious? - Yes.
What a waste of a pretty Hanbok!
No choice, Aunt May.
It's to promote our product.
Advertise?
That's insane! Who put her up to this?
I'd be too embarrassed to wear this.
How can he do that to a young lady?
Right?
It's okay.
Are you his co-worker?
Yes.
You have great features.
Thank you.
How old are you?
I'm twenty-five.
What does your father do?
Hold on!
He runs a pizza store.
- I love pizza.
Try it on.
Yes, ma'am.
- Over there. - Thank you.
- Cut it out! - Relax!
What's her name?
SOHN Hyun-ja...
That's a pretty name!
She's so charming.
She has a great personality.
Date her! You two suit each other.
Have a go with her.
What do you mean have a go!
We're not like that.
Are you seeing someone else?
- No. - Then, it's set!
Try dating her!
A man becomes stable and set by meeting a nice woman.
Why? You don't like her?
Honestly? I'm not attracted to her.
Really?
If you don't like her, too bad.
I was about to call you, ma'am.
I'm sorry.
It's not easy to come up with the money.
What?
Please don't kick us out.
I'm really sorry, ma'am.
Please? I beg you.
It's cuz things are really hard.
Please? Just this once?
- Have pity on us and... - Give me!
- What are you doing! - Look, lady!
- Think we'd rip you off? - Stop!
She said, she'll pay you!
Stop it! Give it back!
I'll pay you! The hell with this shitty hole!
- Hey! - What!
'Have pity on us'? Where's your pride!
I'm trying to make a living! But you ruined everything!
How can I not get mad hearing you say that!
If you made good money, I wouldn't be like this!
I make money!
I do what you say and earn money!
I buried my dreams!
You didn't realize your dream, cuz you lack talent, not me!
How can you say that?
Why not!
Still think you can become a singer?
So you entered a TV singing contest?
You ignorant, country fool!
You know Paul Potts from England?
How the hell should I know?
He used to sell cell phones on the street!
Then, he won a singing contest!
Now, he's a world famous singer!
Paul Potts sold over 5 million records!
Paul Potts! Schmotts!
Why don't you go out and sell phones, too?
What?
Go sell cell phones and bring home some money!
Fine!
I'll sell phones! I'm outta here!
Hello...
Can you cut my hair?
I'm not in the mood right now.
Mi-ae?
Am I stupid?
What's with you?
I hate him so much!
Hyun-ja, don't ever get married.
It's a waste for women.
But how could he?
He told me he's lonely.
He pushed me away from cars.
He poured water and brought me coffee.
We ate together today.
It was simple Kimchi soup.
But it was the best Kimchi soup I ever had!
Sounds like you're in love.
Who's calling?
Who is it? Him?
Tell him to come so I can punch him!
Yes, I'm SOHN Hyun-ja.
Singing? Yes.
A rehearsal?
Who is it?
It's 'Born to Sing'.
- Give me the phone. - Why?
- Give it to me. - I'm not done!
Hello? Is this 'Born to Sing'?
Is PARK Bong-nam on the contestants list?
PARK Bong-nam.
He is? I see.
I'm his wife. He can't make it to the show.
I'm giving birth.
He can't sing when his wife's in labor, right?
Take care, bye.
Even if I have to starve to death!
I'll do what I want and be happy for once!
I've had it with her trampling my pride!
I swear I'll become a singer like Paul Potts!
I'll make Mi-ae regret it for the rest of her life!
I'll make her beg me to take her back!
Shit!
I'm dying to say that, but I should just go back.
Hello?
Your wife said you can't come because she's giving birth?
What? Giving birth?
She said that?
She's not giving birth?
Oh, yes. Actually, she just gave birth.
The baby just came out.
Let's see! It's a boy! Don't cry baby!
Don't cry!
There! There!
It's a son!
I should cut the cord?
There!
Daddy's on the phone!
We just had a baby boy.
So, you'll be on the show for sure?
Of course! I have a son to support now, too!
Singing on the show and a baby boy! I'm so happy!
Then, we'll see you that day.
Sounds happy to have a son.
Remember the guy with the missing dad?
He's not missing at all.
I thought it was fishy.
Who do we put in his place? Someone funny...
How about the guy who sang, 'Jin-hee'?
'Noodle House' was it?
The guy who tried to promote his Chinese shop?
He just wants to advertise.
What about the mayor? She was hilarious.
I have the final report on 'Born to Sing'.
Go on.
Who left his cell phone on during a meeting!
BORN TO SING
Excuse me.
Why's Mr. MENG so out of it?
MENG, speaking.
What?
What!
Yes!
What's with him?
Mayor JOO! KBS just called.
You passed the auditions!
What do you mean?
They made a mistake.
They apologized for disqualifying you back then.
Congratulations, ma'am!
Oh, please!
Quiet! What's all the fuss?
Bo-ri!
Mommy!
- How've you been? - Great!
- Didn't you miss me? - Of course I did!
Me, too.
Can't Grandpa come, too?
No, he can't.
Why not?
I told you. Grandpa has to live here.
Grandpa will be bored by himself.
No, I won't.
Still, can't you come with us?
Why you! Cut that out.
When flowers bloom and wither
Actually, it is very painful
When flowers bloom on trees
And bear fruit
It is actually very painful
To you, Mi-ae, like the warm, spring rain
Do you know how I want to come to you?
Hidden in the fragrance, my tears become a flower
Do you know?
What's the song called?
'Do you know'.
I love it when you sing.
Don't stop singing. I want to keep hearing you sing.
You say the sweetest things.
It's not easy to become a singer.
But I'll be one someday.
Mom always used to say...
'Bong-nam'...
'No matter how hard life gets, don't ever give up!
I'll work hard and support you.
Who says men have to support women?
People should do what they want.
Though it gets hard, don't ever give up!
Then, I'd better have two jobs.
No! I'll make the money.
No, I'm having two jobs.
One as a singer...
The other as your husband.
The stars glittering...
Like your pretty lips.
You!
That hurts.
Stupid fool!
I asked you not to tell her.
Where's your husband? Why're you doing this crap!
I warned you not to marry him!
Where the hell is he! Get up!
Let go!
I don't know! Go find him!
He left home?
The fools so dead!
Just go, Mom. I can't deal with this now.
You have a full time job!
You can't work day and night!
I'll get you the money! Let's go!
Stop it! Please!
Stop it, Mom!
How can this happen?
You used to be the prettiest girl in town!
Grandpa?
Need to pee?
No. Are you asleep?
Checking up on me all of a sudden?
Not really.
Can't sleep?
No, I can't.
Go to sleep.
You got a big day ahead.
Okay...
'Her Heart' is filled with Vitamin C and great for men...
Singing...
It's about drinking and having soul. You know?
Manner great? Sings great?
Think that's suitable for the mayor?
Why? I like it.
I think it's good.
Fill up the front seats.
To the front, please!
Great for men's sexual stamina!
Hyun-ja?
- Are you nervous? - Yes.
The boss asked me to check on your lines again.
'Her Heart' is like a woman's heart.
Filled with Vitamin C, it's great for men and anti-aging.
It's a nutritious drink, great for men's sexual stamina!
Try 'Her Heart' today. Thank you.
Wow! You're good.
How about a cheer?
Go get 'em!
- Dong-su? - Yes?
What do you think of me?
Pardon?
HELLO EVERYONE! I HOPE YOU ALL HAD A GREAT WEEK...
Let's see...
Sir?
Are you MC SONG?
What?
Yes, I'm MC SONG.
- Mr. SONG? - Yes?
I have a favor to ask.
A favor to ask me?
Sir, it could cause problems later on.
No one can sing without auditioning first.
Of course I know that!
But I'll take responsibility.
In the show's 30 year history, it's never been done.
I never said it has!
How long have you been on this show?
One year, sir.
I've been doing the show for 30 years!
Don't worry. She'll be fine.
Why're you going to Canada?
So Bo-ri can learn English...
And it's not easy for a single mom here.
Canada is closer than America, right?
Hello?
- Mr. OH! - What's with all that noise?
Hello, everyone!
Hello!
Again! Hello, everyone!
Hello!
Open your eyes wide for our first contestants!
Tall hometown beauties! A duet!
They're ready to liven up the spirit!
Here to sing, 'By Chance'! Give them a big hand!
Hello!
- I'm YOO Yeon! - And I'm Su-in!
Give us a big hand!
At a nightclub
We met by chance
My first love
My man
Drenched in memories
We danced together
How I miss our days of young
Mayor?
Something to calm your nerves?
Good thinking.
I was less nervous running for mayor!
This is no joke.
During your interview with MC SONG...
Don't forget to keep a smile on your face.
In case you get disqualified, make sure you smile brightly.
I asked them to get a big close-up of you.
Who says I'll get disqualified!
The whole country is watching.
Good luck!
How much longer?
It's your turn soon.
Tell me the exact time!
Next contestant, please!
Welcome!
This must be the end
Now, I will turn away
I will not fight against fate
And try to hold on
There was a woman I loved.
But she left me.
I couldn't hold her back.
When I drink, she comes to mind.
More!
I will take as goodbye
I will not be hurt
Don't worry so
Oh my!
Oh,love...
Why's he throwing up!
He's completely drunk, sir!
Hurry! Get him off the stage!
- Are you okay? - Oh my love
Though it's over
Security!
I'm still thankful!
Doesn't he run a store?
He's always drunk. How embarrassing.
- Why he... - Oh my.
- You're up next. - Ruined the mood!
What a surprise!
The mayor is here to sing! Let's give her a big hand!
- Hello! - Hello! Welcome!
Hello, everyone!
I love you all and have been dying to meet you!
I'm candidate....
I mean, I'm Mayor JOO!
Well, Mayor...
Could you call me Mayor JOO Ha-na, please?
Why of course.
So, Mayor JOO? You auditioned like everyone else?
Yes, of course!
I didn't receive special privileges because I'm the mayor.
I came here after auditioning just like everyone here
Here's a song from Mayor JOO!
Applause, please!
It's called, 'Lady Kasbah'.
Cigarette smoke
Filled thickly
In foggy Kasbah
Forgetting her name
And her age
She sadly dances
That day in Kasbah
There in that place
She fell in love at first sight
Dang...
I love you, everyone!
Thank you.
I smiled brightly.
FROM: PRINCESS MI-AE What's with you?
HAIRDRESSER EXAMINATION
Where are you?
Mi-ae...
Man...
I know I'm stupid for doing this.
But remember what you said to me?
'I love it when you sing'.
Know how happy I was when you said that?
But you don't say that anymore.
Do you know how I feel?
I want to sing so badly, I can't even breathe!
Mi-ae...
I can become a singer.
Next contestant, please!
Hello.
What have you got there?
Try this, MC SONG.
Sure! If you insist!
It's so refreshing and sweet.
What is this called?
It's raspberry extract, 'Her Heart'.
'Her Heart'?
What's that?
'Her Heart' is...
- Like how a woman feels. - Yes?
There's a man who has no idea how a woman feels.
- That's why I'm here. - What!
You came because of a man who has no idea how a girl feels?
There's something I have to tell someone.
I didn't have the courage to say this before.
You were too shy?
Then, let me help you. What's his name?
KIM Dong-su.
KIM Dong-su?
Where is this KIM Dong-su?
Please stand up! Hurry!
Wow! He's a handsome man!
Tell him everything you want to say.
I'm listening. Go on.
Dong-su...
Dong-su!
I think...
I think I'm in love with you.
What!
How sweet!
She's even crying.
Hey! Turn the camera away!
What do you like so much about him?
Just everything...
Everything?
What an honest answer.
Hyun-ja! Say your lines!
- 'Her Heart' is filled with Vitamin C... - That's advertising!
Start the song!
Here comes the song already.
A big round of applause for SOHN Hyun-ja, please!
I stayed up all night thinking about you
I don't know why I'm like this
I must really like you
Damn! Get him out of there!
Yes, sir!
- This must be love - You can't, sir!
Oh! Come on!
I knew it from the start
That you're the one I've been waiting for
I want to tell you
That I love you I want to give you everything
How can I let you know?
That you are my everything
Our next contestant is a little girl named MOON Bo-ri!
Welcome!
Introduce yourself.
Hello, I'm MOON Bo-ri.
What a pretty name for a pretty girl.
But,..
why did a young girl like you come here?
I lived with my grandpa.
But I'm moving far away soon.
So, you'd like to sing a song for him before you move away?
Yes.
What a pretty little thing to do!
Let's hear her song and give her a big hand!
May I read a letter I wrote for Grandpa?
Hold on...
I'll let you if you kiss me right here.
But I didn't give Grandpa a kiss yet. I'm sorry.
You say you can't kiss me before kissing your Grandpa?
How clever!
Fine! I'll let you off.
Read your letter to your grandpa.
Dear Grandpa...
This is Bo-ri.
Thinking I have to leave you, makes me cry.
When I first met you, I said you smelled and stayed away.
You can't walk fast because it hurts, but I got mad.
When you came to my school, I pretend I didn't know you.
Now, you won't have anyone to play with.
And eat all alone.
I'm so sorry, Grandpa.
I used to think Mom was the only family I had.
Grandpa!
I love you as much as Mom.
I'll study hard and come back to see you soon.
I know...
So, please stay healthy and live long.
I will.
From your pretty granddaughter, MOON Bo-ri.
Would you like to sing for your grandpa now?
- Yes. - Let's give her a big hand!
Leaves rustled down in the wind
During the long winter night
My mother and I sat
Together
And talked of old
How did I come to be
And listen to her stories
Don't ask what is to come
When I become a parent, I will know
I love you, Grandpa!
Me, too.
How do you like today's show?
It feels like we're opening and sharing all our woes in life.
Get ready, please.
When I asked our next contestant how he'd like to be introduced...
He said, 'A Forever Dreamer'!
Here's PARK Bong-nam!
Give him a big hand!
Hello!
A man who's dying to sing! I'm PARK Bong-nam!
It's everyone's party!
No division! No separation!
Make yourself be head!
All together dance around!
Scream and shout!
Let it echo across the land!
The beauty of youth through this divided land!
Round and round we go!
Be true to yourself!
Stand tall and proud!
Clap your hands and sing!
Everyone young and old!
Shake it left and right!
Champion!
- You! Who is screaming! - Champion!
- You! Who is music crazy! - Champion!
- You! Who enjoys life! - Champion!
- You! - Champion!
- You! Who is screaming! - Champion!
- You! Who is music crazy! - Champion!
- You! Who enjoys life! - Champion!
Though we stood conflicted, we are the same!
We all want to go wild!
Let's join forces and unite as one!
Rise and shout together!
Let our freedom shouts reach the skies!
Shout it out!
We are free from orthodox!
Round and round we go!
Be true to yourself!
Go with the wind and flow!
Clap your hands and sing!
Open your fists and wave your hands in the air!
Champion!
- You! Who is screaming! - Champion!
- You! Who is music crazy! - Champion!
- You! Who enjoys life! - Champion!
- You! - Champion!
- You! Who is screaming! - Champion!
- You! Who is music crazy! - Champion!
- You! Who enjoys life! - Champion!
Hold on a minute.
After turning the whole place upside down like that...
Why are you crying?
Excuse me. I'm sorry.
It says here you came because your dream is to be a singer.
Is that true?
Yes, I dreamed of being a singer since I was a kid.
But it wasn't easy, and life got hard.
I feel so sorry to my wife.
But singing like this today, made me so happy.
Thank you very much!
Let's give him a big hand!
Thank you!
Well, how about I do you a little favor?
Since you want to be a singer, will you sing another song?
Well, my wife's name is Mi-ae.
May I sing Mi-ae's favorite song?
Sure! What's it called?
'Do you know'.
Let's give him a big round of applause for 'Do you know'!
Mi-ae...
I'm sorry...
And I love you!
When flowers bloom and wither
Actually, it is very painful
When flowers bloom on trees and bear fruit
It is actually very painful
To you, Mi-ae, like the warm, spring rain
Do you know how I want to come to you?
Hidden in the fragrance, my tears become a flower
Do you know?
My Princess! Why're you out here?
Did you eat?
I drank!
Let's go home.
But I brought this for you.
Let's go.
I'm so sorry.
- Mi-ae, I'm so sorry. - Get up.
I should make my princess happy!
Let's go home. Get up.
I should make my princess happy...
Someone knows that song?
How'd he know? That's rare.
Anyone can be a singer. He's good.
We need someone like him.
Why just look for a pretty face?
Can't be good looking and sing well.
That'd be a miracle.
Hey! Find out that guy's phone number.
I think he can make it big.
BO-RI SINGING
- Hello? - Grandpa!
- Bo-ri! How are you? - Good, Grandpa!
I'm watching you sing on TV.
- I miss you, Grandpa. - Yes.
I miss you, too!
When are you coming?
Hyun-ja went on 'Born to Sing' and promoted our product well.
She touched viewers' hearts with her sincerity.
Now, sales are escalating!
Let's toast!
To our pride and joy, Hyun-ja!
Cheers!
Wait!
Let's celebrate Dong-su and Hyun-ja being a couple.
Toast together!
Go on!
Kiss!
- Kiss! - Kiss!
Kiss! Kiss!
SIX MONTHS LATER
TITLE: Turn The World Upside Down SINGER: PARK Bong-nam
Lonely?
Suffering?
Forget everything and sing!
Everybody!
Drop your anxieties and tension!
Blow your stress away with this song!
Though things may be in your way!
Be cool and sing this song! Action!
Sing louder!
Shout it out loud!
This is my life!
Enjoy it! Live it up!
Money is everything? No!
Singing is everything!
I'm different! My life's a party!
Everybody!
Sing my song!
Now everybody! Feel it!
La-la-la-la-la!
Sing my song!
Now everybody! Feel it!
La-la-la-la-la!
Don't stop me now!
We party rock!
Sing and turn the world upside down!
Don't stop me now!
We party rock!
Sing and turn the world upside down!
Smash away all your worries! Sing it with soul! Action!
The game is on to see who has more fun!
Looking good when you sing!
Let's party! One, two, three! Action!
Sing louder!
Shout it out loud!
This is my life!
Enjoy it! Live it up!
Money is everything? No!
Singing is everything!
I'm different! My life's a party!
Everybody!
Sing my song!
Now everybody! Feel it!
La-la-la-la-la!
Sing my song!
Now everybody! Feel it!
La-la-la-la-la!
Don't stop me now!
We party rock!
Sing and turn the world upside down!
Don't stop me now!
We party rock!
Sing and turn the world upside down!
Since 1980, 'Born to Sing' is the longest running TV program
1 million participants
30 thousand contestants
10 million spectators
A program where everyone is a star
BORN TO SING