It's been revealed that SMAP's Nakai Masahiro will be starring in the upcoming TBS drama series, "ATARU". This will be his first lead role in a drama series since "Konkatsu!" back in April of 2009.
Nakai will play the protagonist 'Ataru', a man with autism who is also a savant, possessing special abilities in specific areas. This mystery drama will tell the story of Ataru, who solves cases using his extraordinary memory and deductive skills.
The character is said to resemble Dustin Hoffman's role in the 1988 film, "Rain Man". Nakai expressed, "It's a very difficult role. I hope it will draw out a new side of Nakai Masahiro." He also commented on "Rain Man" with, "I want to focus on the acting once again."
Additionally, it was revealed that�Kitamura Kazuki will play the role of the detective who works alongside Ataru. Meanwhile, Kuriyama Chiaki will play the heroine who assists Ataru.
Source: Sanspo
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Monday, January 30, 2012 SMAP's Nakai Masahiro to star in new TBS drama series, "ATARU"
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