A live-action drama adaptation of MARS started airing in Taiwan in 2004.  From YesAsia.com: An adaptation of the popular Japanese manga MARS, this television series is directed by the acclaimed Cai Yue Xun. Vic plays two characters, twin brothers with an explosive, dark, and tragic passion. Zero is reckless, brutal and passionate, losing himself in the thrilling speed of motorcycles. On the other hand, Saint is quiet and reserved, lives in satisfaction and peace, and expresses his passion in drawing. They are a pair of loving brothers until the arrival of Saori, and when Saint cannot accept the fact that Saori loves Zero, he commits suicide. Zero is destroyed by the guilt of Saint's death, and ends up in a mental instituation for two years...until the arrival of Kira (Barbie Xu), who manages to reach the deepest wounds buried within Zero. Kira suffers from autism after a traumatic event from her childhood; can she discover the most beautiful thing in the world - love - again?
MARS features an impressive production, and the thrilling motorcycle races were shot on location in Japan! Both Vic and Barbie received rave reviews for their performances, and with other young stars in support, MARS is undoubtedly one of the best Taiwanese television shows of 2004!
This DVD edition contains over 100 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage including:# Vic's pre-shoot training for his motorcycle racing scenes # Footage from the motorcycle race shoot in Japan # Interviews with the director, producer, and the cast # Footage from the production and bloopers NOTE: The actors portraying Ling (Rei) and QiLuo (Kira) are popular Taiwanese actors -- they also appeared in Meteor Garden (which is the Taiwanese live-action adaptation of another popular shoujo manga, Hana Yori Dango). For more information, please visit the following sites: » Lunar Dreamz - Summary and character information » Asian Fanatics Forum - God Mars - Tons of pictures, news and updates about the series and actors. » CTV Official Site - official site for the drama. Header picture from MARS Gallery.      
 
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