HANA-KIMI

Mizuki Ashiya, a Japanese girl living in the United States, is inspired by a high jump athlete, Izumi Sano. To get closer to him after he withdraws from the sport due to an injury, she disguises herself as a boy and enrolls in his elite all-boys high school in Japan. Navigating the challenges of living as a boy and hiding her true identity, Mizuki forms friendships and rivalries, all while trying to support Sano and encourage him to return to high jumping.

Hana-Kimi (2007) was a highly popular and commercially successful Taiwanese idol drama, widely praised for its comedic elements, charming cast, and engaging storyline. It gained a significant following across Asia, becoming a cultural phenomenon among teenage audiences.

• Praised for its lighthearted humor and comedic situations.

• Lauded for the chemistry between the main cast members.

• Appreciated for its unique premise and romantic undertones.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's ability to entertain with its comedic antics and the compelling character dynamics. Many viewers enjoyed the cross-dressing premise and the romantic entanglements that developed throughout the series.

The 2007 Taiwanese version of 'Hana-Kimi' was based on the Japanese shojo manga of the same name by Hisaya Nakajo, which has also been adapted into popular live-action dramas in Japan and South Korea.