Drama Review: Raise De Wa Chanto Shimasu 2

8

Rating

★★★

Episodes

8

Drama Digest

Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu 2 is a Japanese drama also known as ‘I will Do it in the Next Life 2’. This drama series is the sequel of the Japanese drama, Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu, which was released on 2020. The plotline tells the story of Omori Momoe, who considers sex as her hobby and is sexually liberated. Omori Momoe is a 27-year-old single lady who is physically attractive and confident.  She has been physically intimate with five men at the same time, never committing to any of the men. The plotline is for the mature audience and depicts the various characters with their quirks.

The Feel-Good Part

The storyline of Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu 2 is refreshing in the context of Asian dramas. Usually, not many female characters are shown in Asian dramas who are sexually liberated in that sense, the character of Omori Momoe is a well-written and much-needed breath of fresh air.

The Disappointing Factor

Many fans who have watched the first season would agree that the first season was better. The character growth was minimal, maybe due to less time as the drama only has eight episodes.

In-Depth Analysis

The drama’s plotline follows the lead character Omori Momoe and her relationship with her different sexual partners. The character of the female lead is well-written, and knows about her likes and wants and is not ashamed of her opinion. The drama has a fun element in it which makes it a fun watch. Adding to that, some of the characters are primarily written to add the fun. Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu 2 is a modern tale of casual relationships, love, thus making it relatable to the young adult of this generation.

Star Performance

Uchida Rio plays the female lead role of Omori Momoe. Ota Rina plays the role Takasugi Ume, Koseki Yuta plays the role of Matsuda Ken, Goto Takenori plays the role of Hayashi Masaru, Tobinaga Tsubasa plays the role of Hiyami Toru. The supporting cast includes Kojima Fujiko, Yutaro, Nakagawa Chika, Ura Mayu, Shiono Akihisa, Shiono Akihisa, Hirata Yuya, Tomita Kentaro, Nomura Shohei, and Obata no Onisan. Actors such as Kudo Haruka, Itagi Rihito, Nogoe Shuhei, Kobayashi Ryoko, Yoshida Munehiro, and To Hatona appeared for the guest role.

Overall Opinion

Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu 2 is an entertaining Japanese drama that is guaranteed to give you, if not many, a few comedic moments to laugh at. The different men that Omori Momoe is sexually active with has each their quirks and special bond with Omori, which makes it for a pretty exciting plotline. The drama’s ending is good too, and won’t disappoint you. Overall, Raise de wa Chanto Shimasu 2 is worth watching for its plotline and the quality of acting by the actors.