■ “What’s wrong with being so smart? ” × “Friday Night Drama” is a “new drama viewing experience”!

Joichiro Fujiwara (Naniwa Danshi), Fumiho Kato (Hinatazaka46), and Maria Tani will be appearing in the Friday night drama “My Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from Azato Kite What’s Wrong?” starting in January 2025. It was announced that he would be playing the lead role in the movie.

The popular program “What’s wrong with being azako?” has been broadcast regularly since 2020 and has continued to delve into the real love situations of azako men and women and how to manage relationships from all angles. ”. On the other hand, since 2000, TV Asahi’s proud late-night drama slot, which has been broadcast late at night on Fridays, has released masterpieces such as the “TRICK” series, “Tokumeikancho Hitoshi Tadano” series, and “Ossan’s Love” series to the world. “Friday Night Drama.”

These two will unexpectedly merge in January 2025. That is the Friday night drama “My Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from Azatoku What’s wrong with it?” starting in January 2025. “is.

“What’s wrong with being stupid? ” x “Friday night drama” is a challenging attempt. Surprisingly, Ryota Yamasato (Nankai Candies) and Airi Suzuki’s “What’s wrong with Azatoku?” ‘ MC team and special guests will be watching the ‘Azato Romance Drama’ in the studio, and will be offering a ‘new drama viewing experience’ as a Friday night drama, where they will be commenting on the storyline and lines from the viewers’ perspective. It’s a point.

In January 2025, a new Friday night drama will be born that has the aspect of a reality show where you can peek into other people’s love affairs with the MCs, but also learn how to love.

Such a Friday night drama “My Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from Azatoku What’s wrong with it? The cast members of the drama have been revealed.

Joichiro Fujiwara (Naniwa Danshi) plays the role of Takumi Sakashita, a “Pride Everest man” who works at an advertising design company and has nothing but regrets about his ex-girlfriend, in his first lead role in a drama. Even though he was drawn to his ex-girlfriend’s cleverness and started dating him, he gradually began to have strange suspicions and became irritated… Even though we broke up in a hurry, I still regret it without any regrets!?

Fujiwara said, “I get it!” The viewers can’t help but want to talk to the TV, saying, “Are you serious?” and “What’s wrong with being tactful? Analyzing the appeal of “. As for Takumi, who plays the role, she says with a laugh, “Honestly, we don’t really have much in common…(lol),” but she seems excited, saying, “On the other hand, I’m looking forward to playing that role!”

Regarding this appearance, he said, “It’s no exaggeration to say that I’m the number one idol, Ryusei Onishi, an Azato boy (lol).“If there’s anything you don’t understand about Azato, I’ll tell you!” It will be interesting to see how Onishi’s lecture (!?) will be reflected in his role.

And Fumiho Kato will play Takumi’s cruel ex-girlfriend, Meio Sonoda. She is currently active as a member of Hinatazaka46, and a graduation ceremony is scheduled to be held at Tokyo Dome on December 25th. This work will be her first step as a “full-fledged actress”.

Mei was originally an ordinary, mass-produced girl, but she started learning to be “aware” and said, “I want to change too!” Eventually, when he began to put effort into self-improvement and start showing off his azatas, he ended up using his azatas on Takumi as well.

Kato said, “Azato Serial Drama” was a hot topic on social media, and members of Sakurazaka46 were appearing in it, so I was very happy to be able to appear in it.” Reminiscing about his feelings.

She also recalled how she used to practice her facial expressions when she first became an idol, commenting, “I sympathized with the way Mei studied “Azatoi” because she wanted to change herself.” He is enthusiastic about Mei, saying, “I want to play the role carefully so that everyone who watches the show can empathize with it and sympathize with their love troubles.”

Furthermore, Maria Tani plays Asahi Okuyama, a girl who works at an advertising agency and is the complete opposite of Mei. “What’s wrong with Azatoku?” aired on October 31st. She appeared on “A New Azato Monster is Born!” and became a big hit on social media. “I want to learn through this drama because I think I know what a fool is but I don’t.However, I don’t realize it, but according to the staff of the program, it seems like a fool (lol).”

Her role is that she falls in love with Takumi, whom she met through work, but is compared to her ex-girlfriend, but MCs Yamazato and Suzuki say, “Does Asahi, a strong-willed girl with a strong mentality, really have any weaknesses? I would like you to consider the true feelings of girls, who are often thought to be independent, and why they tend to be bad at love.” “I would be happy if you could enjoy this realistic modern-day love story while also comparing it to your own love story,” he said.

MC Yamasato commented on his impressions of the three exciting people who play the roles, saying, “I feel like Joichiro-kun has no connection to being “azatoi.” “(Tani) just keeps it natural. So, I think you’ll get hooked on the worldview of this drama.” “(Mr. Kato)’s blemish is that he likes Audrey’s Wakabayashi a little too much (lol), but his acting skills and expressiveness surpass that.” I think I have it,” he commented.

Suzuki said, “I wonder if there will be a scene in which Fujiwara-san is swayed by girls? I’m really looking forward to it as a viewer! Mr. Kato is wondering how much unconscious fandom he has cultivated in the idol group. I’m looking forward to seeing how he incorporates this into his acting.” He commented, “I’m looking forward to seeing how sexy he will be in showing off his natural sass that is hidden within his natural masculinity.”

Fujiwara commented, “I’d like you to see (Yamazato and Suzuki) being swayed around by all means! What I don’t want people to see is their sullen expressions (lol)”, but Yamazato and Suzuki… Expectations are high now to see what kind of tsukkomi we’ll see from Suzuki.

Of course, the realistic depiction of love between an older man and a woman, and the spine-chilling (!?) suspenseful development, are sure to make viewers want to tweet about it on SNS at the same time. This is probably the best part of the “new drama viewing experience.”

The realistic love situation between a man and a woman is depicted. The MCs’ accurate and poignant comments are sure to hit a chord with a wide range of men and women. The Friday night drama “My Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from Azatoku What’s wrong with it?” will start in January 2025. Let’s look forward to it.

■Ryota Yamasato (Nankai Candies) Comment
Q. “What’s wrong with being smart? Please tell us again about the appeal of “.
Since five years ago (when the program started broadcasting), Minami Tanaka and others have always said that “Azatai is the lubricant that keeps the gears of the world turning smoothly,” and this is the norm in this world. I feel like it’s a credit to the program that it turned out that way. Nowadays, there are new ways to enjoy the show, and I think it’s a wonderful program that fits the times.
This program will praise the people who are actually using Azatoi now, saying, “You guys are amazing,” and it will also give praise to those who want to use it in the future, “This is how you do it.” It could become a textbook that says, “This will make your life more enjoyable.” Even though it’s called azai in one word, it’s not just about love between a man and a woman. There is a level of flaw in dealing with people, so in that sense I think it serves as a textbook for many people.

Q.This time, you have been entrusted with the slot of the historical “Friday Night Drama” which has aired many masterpieces. How did you feel when you were asked about this challenging endeavor for the first time?
Since it was going to be aired in the legendary drama slot, I thought, “Maybe I’ll finally be in the drama (as an actor),” but it wasn’t that kind of offer (lol). As an actor, I was also creating feelings… To be honest, I’ve always wanted to appear on TV Asahi’s “Friday Night Drama”… But if I were to appear in the role, I wouldn’t want to play anything other than at least the semi-leading role (lol).

Q. Please tell us your impressions of the drama’s lead cast, Joichiro Fujiwara, Shiho Kato, and Maria Tani.
I feel like Joichiro-kun has no connection to Azato. It doesn’t look harsh, but has a crisp and energetic look. That’s why I think there are many scenes (in this drama) that are particularly thrilling for fans. When Mr. Tani came to the program before, he thought, “It’s scary…there are still monsters like this!” Maybe if you just keep it natural, you’ll fall in love with the worldview of this drama. Mr. Kato has a very ephemeral image. However, if I have one complaint, it’s that I like Audrey’s Wakabayashi a little too much (lol), but I think she has acting and expressive skills that surpass that.

Q. This is the first time I’ve asked “What’s wrong with being so cute?” I think there are some viewers who will be touched by this, so please send a message to them!
If you watched the broadcast in the “Friday Night Drama” slot and thought it was interesting, we also do it on other days of the week, so please look forward to it (lol). Also, the drama is so good that I hope we don’t think it’s a nuisance (lol). I will do my best not to disturb you, so please forgive me.

■Airi Suzuki comment
Q.What’s wrong with being so cute? Please tell us again about the appeal of “.
I think the reason why the word “Azatoi” has become a positive image is because this program made people realize that “Azatoi girls are cute!” Since it will be broadcast on “Friday Night Drama” this time, I think we will be able to show you the wonders of girls who use Azatoi on a daily basis in a more concrete way!

Q.This time, you have been entrusted with the slot of the historical “Friday Night Drama” which has aired many masterpieces. How did you feel when you were asked about this challenging endeavor for the first time?
This time, the fact that it will be broadcast in a full “drama” frame means that “What’s wrong with being azato?” I think this is the result of people thinking that this program is indispensable to the world. So, I thought I would like to be more attentive and become an MC! And best of all, the three lead actors in the drama are all people with natural birthmarks and powers, so I’m looking forward to it!

Q. Please tell us your impressions of the drama’s lead cast, Joichiro Fujiwara, Shiho Kato, and Maria Tani.
I wonder if Mr. Fujiwara has a scene where he is easily manipulated by a girl? Now that I think about it, I’m really looking forward to it as a viewer! I’m looking forward to seeing how much of the unconscious fandom that Kato has cultivated as an idol group will be incorporated into his acting. I think her natural gestures, such as her upward gaze, are definitely more professional than anyone else, so I’m looking forward to seeing them in the play! Maria-chan actually became my “friend” from the day of the last recording! I’ve worked with him in private several times, and I’m looking forward to seeing how sexy he will show off the natural tact that is hidden within his natural masculinity.

Q. This is the first time I’ve asked “What’s wrong with being so cute?” I think there are some viewers who will be touched by this, so please send a message to those people!
Since it is broadcast on Friday, I think many people will watch it at the end of a week of hard work and life. It contains hints like “Maybe I should try living like this next week?” so I hope you enjoy watching it!

■Joichiro Fujiwara comment
Q. Please tell us how you felt when it was decided that you would appear in this work. “What’s wrong with being stupid? ” What impression do you have? Also, have you told the Naniwa Danshi members?
I think it’s a love education variety show (lol)! I understand! Or really? This is the impression of a program that makes viewers want to talk to the TV. It’s no exaggeration to say that I’m the No. 1 idol, and I told Azato Danshi Ryusei Onishi that he’s my number one idol (lol). He said, “If there’s anything you don’t understand about Azatoza, I’ll tell you!”

Q.What do you have in common with the roles you play?
To be honest, I can’t find much in common…(lol)
I felt that Takumi Sakashita, the character I play, is the complete opposite of myself, as she has an Everest level of pride and says things in a hurry that she later regrets. On the other hand, I’m looking forward to playing that role!

Q. Studio MCs Ryota Yamasato and Airi Suzuki will be watching the drama you perform. Is there anything that you both want people to see/don’t want to see?
I’d like you to see him being swayed by Azato! What I don’t want people to see is…a depressed look on my face (lol).

Q.Do you consider yourself to be “sad”? Also, if you have any recent “awkward” stories that happened to you, please tell us about them.
I don’t think I’m at all naive (lol)! When member Ryusei Onishi invites him to dinner, he doesn’t just say, “Let’s go eat!”, but he lip-syncs and says, “Let’s go eat!” which is amazing! I thought so.

Q.Please give a message to the viewers!
I’m very happy to hear this story from you! I think it’s a drama where you can enjoy and learn a lot, such as someone’s cleverness exploding in each episode and love tactics! I want to play the role in my own way, so I’m going to play the role in the Friday night drama “Boku no Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from Azato, What’s Wrong With It?” ” Please look forward to it!

■Fumiho Kato comment
Q. Please tell us how you felt when it was decided that you would appear in this work. Also, did you tell the members of Hinatazaka46? “What’s wrong with being stupid? ” What impression do you have?
Azato Serial Drama was a hot topic on social media, and members of Sakurazaka46 were appearing in it, so I was very happy when it was decided that I would be able to appear in it. I was so excited imagining what kind of role she would play, like maybe a smart girl! When I told Kaigetsu Hiraoka, a 4th generation student, that I would be appearing on the show, she said, “I’ve never seen her do anything stupid before, so I’m looking forward to it!”

Q.What do you have in common with the roles you play?
When I auditioned and started my career as an idol, I was thinking about how to make people think I was cute and practicing my facial expressions, so Mei Sonoda, who I will be playing, wanted to change herself and wanted to change herself. Seeing them studying might be a point that resonated with them!

Q. Studio MCs Ryota Yamasato and Airi Suzuki will be watching the drama you perform. Is there anything that you both want people to see/don’t want to see?
I would be happy if you could see the realistic depiction of love between a man and a woman and leave a lot of comments! I can’t imagine myself doing something stupid, so it can be a little embarrassing to see a stupid scene.

Q.Do you consider yourself to be “sad”? Also, please let us know if you have any recent “awkward” stories around you..
Sumire Miyaji, a member of the 4th generation of Hinatazaka46, has been an active person ever since she was born, rather than an episode! It’s common for members to give tutsun and back hugs, and the way they clasp their hands, look up, and vocalize are always very funny and I learn a lot.
When I’m worried about how to act in a tricky scene, I try to remember Miyaji and get through it!

Q.Please give a message to the viewers.
I would like to do my best to play the role of a hard-working, naive girl so that everyone who watches it can sympathize with me and sympathize with the troubles of love! There are some exciting developments, so I’d be happy if you could share all the stories with me by commenting on SNS, etc. Friday night drama “My Azatoi Ex-Girlfriend from What’s wrong with being azato? Thank you for your support.

■Maria Tani comment
Q. Please tell us how you felt when it was decided that you would appear in this work. Also, “What’s wrong with being smart? ” What impression do you have?
I was honestly happy. It seems like you know what it is, but you don’t, so I wanted to learn through this drama.
The word “Azatoi” did not give a good impression when it comes to human relationships, but there is a reason for “Azatoi”, and by improving your “Azatoi” ability, you can improve your daily life by making the person you like look at you, bringing you closer to others, and improving your “Azatoi”. I think it proves that it can be fun.
I think this is a program that turned brutality into “a form of justice that opens up a new path in life.”

Q.What do you have in common with the roles you play?
If you love someone, you can express your feelings straight to them without compromising your belief that you can get it yourself.

Q. Studio MCs Ryota Yamasato and Airi Suzuki will be watching the drama you perform, but are there any parts of you that you want people to see/don’t want to see?
I would like you to consider whether Asahi, a mentally tough girl with a strong career, really has no weaknesses, the true feelings of girls who are often thought to be independent, and why they tend to be bad at love. is.

Q.Do you consider yourself to be “sad”? Also, if you have any recent “awkward” stories that have happened to you, please tell us about them.
I don’t realize it, but according to the program staff, it seems like it’s a joke (lol).
On the day I visited a friend’s couple’s house, she dropped her boyfriend’s favorite plate and broke it.He gave her a very worried look. “Are you hurt?” he asked her, rubbing her body. When I saw that, I was moved to think that she was my number one priority. However, when I conveyed my feelings to her, she said, “If I raise him, he will become a prince who will care about me.” If I thought he was smart, it turned out that it was because she raised him to be even smarter, and I was impressed by how smart he was (lol).

Q.Please give a message to the viewers.
If you watch this drama created by Azato professional staff who have studied many Azato girls, you will understand the true state of Azato girls.
What does a man think, hesitate, and make a choice when he is simultaneously involved with a girl with a bruised heart and a girl who is just the opposite, a girl who is not good at love? I hope you will enjoy this real-life modern-day love story while also combining it with your own love story!

Program information

tv asahi“My Awful Ex-Girlfriend from What’s wrong with being awful? ”
Starting in January 2025
Every Friday from 23:15
*Excluding some areas

■Synopsis
Takumi, an elite office worker in his 30s who works for a famous company, has a special girlfriend named Mei, but although he is attracted to Mei’s “audacity”, he wonders if he also acts in an arrogance towards men other than himself. and became suspicious. Eventually, their relationship gradually breaks down due to this anxiety, and Takumi breaks up with him. However, the “last words” that Mei said to her when they parted ways still haunt her…?

After that, Takumi meets Asahi, an older woman who is the complete opposite of Mei, and the distance between them gradually narrows, but one day, out of the blue, Mei contacts her for the first time since they broke up…!?

“What was Mei thinking when we broke up?” “Who is the most important person to me?” This is the story of a man who fell in love with someone who was naive and was constantly being swayed by that person.

Official website
https://www.tv-asahi.co.jp/bokuaza/