Bernice Liu gets teased on limited Chinese by a group of little children

Bernice Liu stars in TVb sitcom Show Me The Happy, where she plays an undercover that often have scenes with little kids. But Bernice with limited Chinese joked that she "profits a lot" this time because the children brains turn fast and she often doesn't react quick enough. This resulted in her getting teased often, Bernice expressed: "This is the first time I'm shooting with so many kids, never thought I'll lose to them, they are very direct when they speak, know Chinese way more than I do and they're always teasing me. You tell me, do I still have any face?" Following Virtues of Harmony years ago, Bernice participates in a sitcom once again, she smiled and said that she has a fresh feeling because the sitcom's broadcast period overlaps with Christmas, New Years and Easter, causing her to have strong anticipation.

As to the first time playing a couple with Roger Kwok, Bernice joked that they pften have kiss scenes and the amount seems more than with her previous partner Kenneth Ma. Asked if she's worried that 'someone' will be unhappy? Bernice played dumb: "Who? Cindy Au won't be! She understands what are just working!"

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Ada Choi's pregnancy simply an accident

Max Zhang announced a few days ago that his wife Ada Choi is pregnant. Ada just returned to HK from Mainland and accepted a CRHK radio interview yesterday. She expressed that she felt surprised when she found out about her pregnancy because she and her husband planned to have a baby 2 years after marriage, I still have to complete all the jobs I accepted earlier." She will be in Mainland filming until January 2011, so still has to continue working. Asked if she'll be a full time mom? Ada said: "I love my job, so besides reducing jobs during my pregnancy, I will also take a month off after giving birth, after that I will go back to work."

Recently Ada has been reading the Bible in preparation to name her baby. She wants to pick a single character name, like considered "Cheung Ching" meaning a "fine day", but her husband felt that the baby's name will be Max's responsibility, he is the man of the house." She was unwilling to reveal how many months she's pregnant because she's afraid the media will go after her. Yesterday, when she and her husband left their house, the paparazzi were going after them. Ada wrote on Weibo: "We hope to have some privacy and hope that you all try to take prettier photos."

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Fala Chen: "Because want romantic" in explanation for Ching Ching's 'slow death'

Yesterday afternoon, Fala Chen and Bowie Lam went to Macau to attend the Emperor Watch and Jewellery Exhibition. Together, the two had on diamonds valued at over 2 million. Fala expressed that she had already picked out a few jewellery sets for the TVB Anniversary Awards ceremony, but will have to first pick out her outfit to see which one matches the best. Fala smiled and said she may not appear in a sexy evening dress that night because beauty is her first requirement. Recently, there were complaints by audience that Fala's role as Ching Ching in No Regrets had a 'died too slowly? She responded: "This is required for the storyline because hope to make it romantic during the chaos of war period, so the scenes are a little slower. However, of course I will accept different types of opinions, good or bad, I will still accept." Speaking of NR's average ratings was not as good as Can't Buy Me Love, does this reflect the unfavourable factors of the broadcast time? Fala frankly said that there is an affect, but fortunately audience are able to watch on the internet as well.

Bowie Lam is running for Best Actor depending on his role in Sisters of Pearl in the Asia TV Awards held on December 9th. He expressed that being able to make top 6 is already rare, he feels the same way just as any other awards ceremony. Bowie said on his spare time he often watches foreign TV series to increase self-value, he said: "When I first started shooting The Gem of Life, I didn't really know how to approach the role, so was constantly watching different types of series, always learning. (Do you feel TVB doesn't know how to treasure?) The series airing around the time of the awards ceremony will definitely be more superior, this is an issue with time. If this time I am able to get an award at the Asia TV Awards, of course I'll be happy, it's Asia TV King!"

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Bobby Au Yeung busy filming in Mainland will be absent from TVB Awards ceremony

This year Bobby Au Yeung spent 2/3 of his time in Mainland shooting series. Depending on his role in A Pillow Case of Mystery II, Bobby is competing for Best Actor award at the TVB Anniversary Awards. However, he is currently shooting Mainland series Female Constables with Charmaine Sheh in Jiangsu and cannot attend the awards ceremony. Bobby has a tight schedule on earning more money, this year he already filmed 3 series and is staying out the awards. He said that he has no time to pull in votes for himself and is losing out on the promotions, so he does not have high hopes for the award. To him, it is enough that the series gets good ratings when it airs. As for the awards, Bobby recommends giving an award to all the artists in attendance, then everyone is happy.

Last year, Bobby's series Zhong Kui had good feedback in Mainland, so this year a sequel Zhong Kui II was filmed. He said that when filming in Hengdian, he encountered a lot of HK artists Benny Chan, Roger Kwok and Sheren Tang were also working in Mainland. It was a lively atmosphere. Recently, he's been working on Female Constables with Charmaine and the series will broadcast next summer, so the clothing are light. During this time period, Jiangsu is very cold, Bobby has always been afraid of the cold and filming for this series ends in January 2011, so he'll have to suffer in the cold for some time.

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Adam Cheng falls into 4 meter hole, injuries left shoulder and rushed to hospital

A few days ago, Adam Cheng was shooting for new TVB series The War of Heart at the studio and accidentally felt into a 4 meters (13 feet) hole, injuring his right shoulder. He was immediately rushed to the hospital in Tseung Kwan O, then transferred to Sanatorium and Hospital. As Adam's shoulder is numb, his back muscles and head were in pain. He will need to get a MRI scan.

At the time of the accident, the scene was about Adam having to rescue two people from the hole, where Adam accidentally lost his balance and fell into the hole, injuring his right shoulder. Fortunately there was a safety cushion on the bottom, but at the time Adam was wearing a pair of glasses, so that scraped his face. There is also a bruise on his nose.

Joyce Cheng frightened to tears

After that, Adam felt numbness on his shoulder and had trouble breathing, so the staff sent him to the Tseung Kwan O hospital. Until yesterday morning, Adam was transferred to Sanotoruim and Hospital. Although the X-ray did not show any broken bones or fractures, he felt pain on his back muscles and head.

Last night, Adam expressed over the phone that his head and neck felt unwell, so he had to go back home to rest, but because the studio scene had to finish shooting, he understood the circumstances and held in his pain to continue shooting. he frankly said he'll definitely been in the shadow of the accident. Adam also expressed when his daughter Joyce Cheng found out, she called him instantly and was so frightened she cried. Last night, Adam got back the results from the MRI scan, which expressed it's nothing serious, but he will have to take painkillers.

Adam's co-star, Moses Chan expressed that he already knows about Adam's small accident, but at the time he was not at the scene, so don't know the situation, Moses hopes Adam is fine and can get well soon.

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Toby Leung picked wedding dress and bridesmaid ready for marriage next year

Toby Leung attended a public event and responded to the marriage rumors. She sweetly reveals: "Wait until next year! This year I am very busy doing business. (Have you picked out your wedding dress yet?) Yes! Even the bridesmaid are pretty much set, which includes Angela Tong, Vangie Tang, Natalie Tong and more. Angela was even more excited than me! But right now the most troubling thing is the wedding reception because there are too many relatives and friends from both sides. I am worried that I cannot invite everyone, some friends can make it up by treating a meal." Toby stressed that she is not desperate to marry, she said: "My boyfriend hasn't rusj me to marry, but my dad (Tommy Leung) wants to have grandchildren soon, so has prosperous for my boyfriend and I. However, probably can't make it in time."

Source: On.cc

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Amigo Chui expects community service and license suspension for drunk driving offense

Yesterday morning at 9am, Amigo Chui went to the court hearing for his drunk driving case. Wearing a dress shirt and a pair of glasses, Amigo appeared calm. The court said on October 26, 2010 at 3:30am, Amigo was driving on northbound Tseung Kwan O, near a police road block. He was stopped by the police and tested for alcohol content. The results showed that the alcohol content in his body was up to 55mg. On that same day at 4:30am, he was at the police station for a breathe test and the results showed 35mg, surpassing the 22mg maximum. He was unwilling to provide further blood or urine testing and was released on bail.

Yesterday afternoon, at 12:05pm, Amigo appeared outside the courthouse and generously stopped for interviews with the media and pictures. He expressed that he respects the court's decision: "I have to wait 14 days when the community service report comes out before I get sentenced." During the time, iCable reporters came to ask questions, but he ignored them. He later apologized to reporters: "Sorry, I cannot accept your interview."

Asked if the court decision was expected? Amigo said: "I asked my lawyer already, the worst case should be community service, a fibe and license suspension. Right now, taxi is my transportation. (Don't need to go to jail, relieved?) Cannot say it like that, have to take responsibility of mistakes!" Amigo already has 4 different traffic convictions, will he quit drinking because of this? He said with hesitation: "Actually it's pretty hard, but I will try my best to cut down on the drinking, I won't drive after drinking again!" With that said, he got into a 7-seater van and left with his friend for lunch.

Case number: KTCC 6934/2010

Source: The Sun

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Nancy Wu the "light bulb" in between Jessica Hsuan and boyfriend Ruan

Lately Nancy Wu has been heavily promoted by TVB. This year, she took part in both of the anniversary series No Regrets and Gun Metal Grey. She is also nominated for this year's Best Supporting Female Character for her role in GMG.

On a tight series filming schedule, Nancy recently started driving a new Japanese car, spending over $30,000 on the latest GOLF GTI model. Already had her car for several months, she is often using her new car to get around. The day before, at approximately 9pm, Nancy drove her new car with her old sister from Gun Metal Grey Jessica Hsuan and her boyfriend Ruan to have dinner in Happy Valley. After 2 hours of dinner, Nancy continued to be the "light bulb" between Jessica and her boyfriend, often chatting with her "aiya sister" and neglecting Ruan. However, Ruan wasn't troubled and generously walked Nancy to pick her up her car. Ruan saw that his girlfriend and "aiya sister" were talking nonstop, so he took the opportunity to check out Nancy's new car. He then opened the door for Nancy to get in, he seriously knew what to do. After sending Nancy off, Jessica and Ruan went to pick up their car nearby and Ruan sent his girlfriend home.

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Max Zhang treats 3 months pregnant Ada Choi like a queen

There has been recent happiness happening in the entertainment circle again and again, the news about marriage and pregnancy are often heard. Yesterday max Zhang and Eric Suen attended the gospel film Team of Miracle: We Will Rock You celebration event. max who always wanted a child, was asked by the media if his wife Ada Choi has good news fro him? max finally announced that they have successfully made a baby. As to how many months Ada is pregnant and when is her expected due date? He was unwilling to answer, only said: "You'll ask Ada, I just found out not long ago too. Right now we don't know if the baby is a girl or a boy yet, but either boy or girl, I don't mind. Health is the most important!" However, according to Mary Hon, who is filming a series with her expressed that Ada is already 3 months pregnant.

Max expressed that his wife is currently in Mainland filming a series, reporters were greatly astonished, he said: "No choice, she accepted the series earlier on, hope she stays healthy. But right now, it's like protecting a panda, many people are looking after her. Just drivers, she has 5 and there is a special person who delivers food to her. (How long is she filming for?) Until Lunar New Year. When the time comes, she probably won't be accepting any more jobs or maybe just accept walking on street jobs because she'll be strolling the streets during her pregnancy."

When mentioning of her wife's pregnancy, Max was talking non-stop, reporters teased and asked if he gave Ada special treatment? He laughed: "Have to be aware of her temper because her initial temper already wasn't small. (Treat her like a queen?) Of course treat her like a queen!" He said that Ada chose to go into labor in HK, about her current health condition? Max continued: "She vomits, people said that she has a bigger appetite, but she's very happy. I feel like having a baby is like going through cutoms, for every stage in the process, I feel very nervous. First it was happiness, then it was shock and now when she's walking and trips a little, I would be really worried. She cannot become ill, have to be very careful with her health."

Max laughed and said that he ordered his wife not to wear high heels at work, he was then teased that he has to work harder in making milk money? He said that he has always been hard working and urged that if there are any jobs in the future, make sure to ask him.

Also, after work Max announced the good news on Weibo and referred Ada as an outsider, Ada replied to him on Weibo congratulating "her" pregnancy. What a funny scene!

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Eric Tsang tells Raymond Lam to work bottom-up "give up on the rich boy infatuated roles"

Shaw Brothers Lunar New Year film I Love HK Live Happily held the blessing ceremony yesterday. The cast including Eric Tsang, Sandra Ng, Tony Leung Ka Fai, Fala Chen, Aarif Lee, Fung Shui Fan, Joyce Cheng and many more attended. TVB Production Resource Director Virgina Lok attended and Shaw Brothers Executive Lawrence Wong Ka Hei attended. Earlier Lawrence criticized Virgina Lok's favourite Raymond Lam that he has not got a firm standing in the film scene yet that the film The Jade and The Pearl did so poorly in the box office. This time, Lawrence refused to talk about the "Raymond Lam issue", he said that he does not want to make the issue big. Asked if his position has changed? Lawrence appeared embarrassed and did not know how to respond. Besides him was TVB Foreign Affairs Director, Tsang Sing Ming answered for him.

I Love HK is a film with nearly 100 TVB artist guest stars on the list, except for Raymond Lam. Is it because Raymond's films didn't do well in box office that they are afraid this film may be affected? Producer and cast member Eric Tsang denied, he said could possibly have Raymond too because there are 12 days of filming, whoever has free time can come guest star. Towards Lawrence Wong's criticism on Raymond's standing in the film scene? Eric said: Every one has a box office, he has a group of people watching him, could happen when the film suits him. I have full of confidence on him." Then what roles suit Raymond? He said: "A lot of super stars started off as a bad boy, low level roles, he should give up on rich boy and infatuated man roles, start from the bottom and work up to the top."

Lawrence said: "Will definitely have Raymond Lam, he will guest star in one scene." Afraid Raymond's box office isn't good, so won't let him participate? He said no 3 times and expressed that he didn't say Raymond wasn't good. Then is he afraid Raymond will drag the film down? He said: "No, last year he participated in 72 Tenants of Prosperity, I don't want to talk about this issue, don't want to make the issue bigger." Has he seen Mona Fong and explained to her yet? Lawrence said: "I see her daily." Was Virgina Lok upset? He said: "She wasn't upset, we have been colleagues for years." Asked if his position has changed? He said it's been the same 40 years. And what is that? He was embarrassed and did not know how to respond. Tsang Sing Ming responded for him by saying he's the Shaw Brothers Production Director.

Also, Sandra Ng was asked if she has pressure going against the other Lunar New Year film All Well. Ends Well 2011 starring Carina Lau and Cecilia Cheung? Sandra said: "Can't compare, I am the prettiest and the one with the best body figure."

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Ekin Cheng gets searched by customs for no apparent reason

Yesterday Ekin Cheng and Niki Chow were guests at the Christmas opening ceremony held at The Lanmark plaza in Central as the "Wishing Foundation" ambassadors. At the event, Ekin fans held up banners to support him and asked that Ekin add 2 more shows to his concert next year. Suffering from the flu, Ekin reveals that giving credit card sales priority, tickets were nearly sold out in just two days, he felt very happy to see the results. As for adding more shows next year, he will leave it to his company East Asia to decide.

As for Eric Suen said earlier that when he was going through customs in Shaghai, the customs searched his body and had physical contact. Ekin also experienced the same thing, but it was at the Beijing airport. He said that the metal detectors didn't make any sounds, but he was still called in to search. Ekin also saw the customs wink at each other, so wasn't sure what the purpose was. Reporters teased that perhaps Ekin has an attractive rock chest. He expressed that he's currently taking Chinese medication daily, so already turned into Chinese medicine chest.

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Virgina Lok denies Sheren Tang signed a TVB contract

TVB Anniversary Awards 2010 is held this Sunday (12/5). Yesterday it was reported that hot favourite Sheren Tang wanted to be TV Queen, so signed a new contract with TVB, joining the biological sons and daughters.

TVB Production Resources Director (Virgina Lok) attended an event yesterday and denied that Sheren signed a contract with TVB. She said: "Sheren and I have never talked about a contract because she already has a manager. Her manager and I are also friends from Church, so I know her manager is helping her, and did not talk to her about a contract."

Popular drama No Regrets's finale had 3 million viewers, it was said that Shaw Brothers' production I Love HK Live Long Happily also has the character "Miss Nine", but it's not Sheren in the role, instead Maggie Cheung takes over. Producer Eric Tsang expressed that the "Miss Nine" role really suits Maggie because she's already a TV Queen, a super star and will have scenes with Wayne Lai.

Source: Mingpao
Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Steven Ma prepares to lose: 'Getting TV King will be a miracle'

Yesterday, Steven Ma, Evergreen Mak, Natalie Tong, Christine Kuo and the rest of the cast to TVB newseries Thunder of the Forbidden City attended the blessing ceremony. Steven expressed that he has two series Links To Temptation and Seven Day Love Isolation that will be releasing soon, but that is happening early next year. For the TVB awards, it's losing out again, he said: "A Watchdog's Tale is this year's top 5 rated series, a little not worth it, like Ghost Writer got such good ratings even during the World Cup period, I've been in the industry for so long and have been in war since. If really do win an award, it's a miracle." He frankly said that his only hope this year is that Evergreen Mak wins the Best Supporting Male Character award, he said: "An 'eat crap' Leung Fei Fan can get so popular, eating crap this time is worth it!"

Excited to hear Chow Yun Fat's encouragement

For Best Actor, Steven expressed that he didn't vote and if he really does have to vote, he will vote Kent Cheng because he has taught him a lot of things. Steven also does not believe Sheren Tang signed a contract in exchange for an award. When speaking of getting Fat Gor's support, he exposed that when he was shooting outdoor scenes earlier, he bumped into him. Fat Gor said encouraging words to him: "Looks like not only the heavens watch over us, but even Fat Gor is watching. Just the praises coming out of Fat Gor's mouth on my performance, I'm already very honored and excited!"

As for Natalie Tong, this is the first time she's portraying an evil role. She has to be mean and greedy, to her it is a huge challenge. Following The Truth, she plays a couple with Kenneth Ma once again. She frankly said that they would have chemistry.

Christine Kuo borrows Leanne Li's boyfriend

Not good with Cantonese, Christine Kuo expressed that she personally hired two teachers to help her. She expressed that Wong Cho Lam agreed to teach her the pronounciations after he completes his concert. Christine also teased that Leanne Li is learning correct pronounciations from her boyfriend as well! Christine laughed: "I am just borrowing her boyfriend, won't do anything!"

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Chen Han Dian Wants to Be the Comic Leehom Wang

Only spent four years in the showbiz, Chen Han Dian jumps from being just an unknown assistant host to now a popular artiste. The goofball in popular talk show "Kangxi Laile" is even rumored of earning $260,000 per episode. His manager reveals the secret to his success: keeping the mystery.

To build a mysterious feeling, the "Monga" actor is not allowed to attend to other shows as guest. His personal life would be revealed easily and that would break the mystery. His manager would tell people who invite the 25 year old to their shows: "Do you see Leehom Wang a regular in many shows?"

Not only that, his manager restricted the artiste to appear in public places often with the same reason: keeping the mystery. The young actor cannot even go to pubs like other artistes because his manager afraid his handsomeness would attract lots of girls.

Not even a slip of alcohol is allowed because his image has to be "clean and fresh." His manager would tell him: "Can you imagine Leehom Wang drinking?" The only leisure activities he can do is stay at home, play video games, watch television, or dance crazily in the living room until his family goes shock.

Source: UDN
Translation: Kay's Entertainment

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Jay Chou promotes 'The Green Hornet' in Europe

Taiwanese superstar Jay Chou is known to have a busy life, juggling his time between singing, acting, directing and now hosting his very own television show ‘Mr J channel’. Yesterday, he took some time out of his busy schedule and flew to Europe to promote his upcoming Hollywood flick ‘The Green Hornet’ with the rest of the cast, including actress Cameron Diaz and director Michael Gondry. The film company specially organised a private jet, but it was limited to 16 seats, so Jay could only take his manager and hair stylist to accompany him.

Recently, Jay has been busy holding concerts for his World Tour, and thus he has already missed many promotional events for ‘The Green Hornet’ in Hollywood. Yesterday, he finally joined the rest of the cast to head to Europe to promote. They will be there for approximately one week, and will visit countries such as Spain, Germany and England.

Despite his already very full schedule, Jay is giving himself even more work. According to sources, he has already finished writing one of the songs for his new album, and has handed it over to his lyricist Vincent Fang. He also hopes to film the MV for the song during his trip to Europe.

‘The Green Hornet’ will be promoting in Asia in January next year.

Source: Apple Daily
Translated by: Sarah @ CpopAccess

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Chow Yun Fat embraces Carol Cheng scratching the 7 year itch

Invested nearly a billion dollars into the new film Let The Bullets Fly with big actors Chow Yun Fat, Wen Jiang and Xiao Gang Feng, the film is scheduled to release January 2011. Yesterday Chow Yun Fat started the first promotion in HK, attracting nearly 500 reporters to the promotion for interviews. Chow Yun Fat's wife and EEG's and CEO Albert Yeung both attended as well. The press conference invited Carol Cheng to be the MC.

It has been 7 years since Chow Yun Fat seen carol, so when they met, they embraced one another. Chow also praised that carol looked younger than before, making her extremely happy. As the MC, Carol asked Chow and the crew of the shooting process. Chow said that the other two lead actors performed very well, so he had to be well-prepared, putting lots of effort into it. Carol asked if it was difficult to play two characters? He smiled: "They found a 'Guangzhou Chow Yun Fat' to replace me, he looked very similar to me from the back. I have never done two characters before, and even with different personalities. It was fun."

Also, Chow had always loved to watch TV series, when asked if he watched the No Regrets finale? he said: "Really good! (Who do you support for TV King and Queen?) Kent Cheng, enough weight. (How do you feel about Raymond Lam?) He looks like Evergreen Mak! TV Queen is between Sheren Tang and Charmaine Sheh. (How about just pick one?) No choice, then I choose Carol Cheng!" Chow's humorous responses made everyone laugh.

Besides series, Chow also read about the Felix Wong's fire breathing at TVB. He laughed: "I didn't see him scold at TVB, I just praise TVB, won't scold." Besides him, Carol asked him if he'll go back to film TVB series? he said: "If you do it then I will too! But I don't know if they will tell me to sign a 1 series per year contract? If so, then I don't know what to do." As for having good friend Chow's support, Kent Cheng said: "Thank you! it's impossible, he's not the judge, what use is that? If he was the judge then we're talking!"

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Alien Huang forms new 12-member group Playboyz

Not to be outdone by Korean boyband Super Junior, Taiwan's Alien Huang leads labelmates 2MORO, Fun 4 Band, 君子號 (Nobleman’s Roar), SK8, and Wei Guo Yuan to create 12-member group Playboyz.

The Playboyz name proudly displays how its members can both play and sing, with hosts, skateboarders, commercial stars, songwriters, and schoolboy looks adding to their appeal. They’ve joined forces to fight the Hallyu wave in a compilation album titled “Happy New Year這個讚” (Happy New Year: Praising This), with the songs and lyrics meant to celebrate New Years in a brisk and light melody.

Meeting to take promotional photos, the 12 members found that each of their outfits had a personal style, ranging among punk rock, American skaterboy, a classic schoolboy look, and Japanese trends. They bravely swiped on black nail polish, with first-timers marveling at how "cool" it was. As the senior familiar to fashion magazine covers already, Alien Huang took the role of photographer as he snapped pictures and guided his juniors.

Now the largest male music group in Taiwan, the 12 members of Playboyz constantly talk about what the “Trendy” is. Whether it's the latest Japanese clothing brands or limited doll releases, they'll talk about it all. With Alien Huang also advising his juniors how to pick up girls, their relationship only grows closer.

With preorder sales already on, Playboyz releases their first compilation album on December 18.

Check out Alien Huang’s “Clone” (复制人) to be featured in “Happy New Year這個讚” here:



Source: UDN, Chinayes, promotional photos from Rock Records, ronbosco's channel
Translated by: POGA @ CpopAccess

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New video previews for Joe Cheng and Amber Kuo's "Channel-X" shed some light on plot details

It'll be a couple more weeks until we get our dose of Joe Cheng and Amber Kuo's latest drama Channel-X, but SETTV has tangled in front of us a few videos that offer glimpses of the plot details. When this idol drama was first announced, the only plot information given was some sort of rivalry between a news anchor (Joe) and a paparazzi (Amber), but based on the video previews, the story is clearly much more complex that that.

It's already shaping up to be a thriller along the theme of existing Taiwanese thrillers such as Black & White, but replacing the traditional law enforcers protagonists with more unorthodox news providing ones. At least it's a nice change of pace from your usual romantic dramas and romantic comedies as of late.

Teaser 1:



Teaser 2:



Preview:



Source: TKA Subbers
Translated by: Pauli @ CpopAccess

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Mike He hopes to break out ratings losing streak with upcoming drama "Sunny Happiness"

Ever since Mike He's breakout year with 2005's Devil Beside You, the Taiwanese idol hasn't exactly gotten lightning to strike twice. With underachieving Why Why Love, underwhelming Bull Fighting, and now unmemorable Calling For Love under the actor's belt, Mike can at least look forward to next year to make up for lost ground.

With Mike's baking-themed drama Mei Le, Go also starring Cyndi Wang still in pre-production, the next drama to see the light will be mainland Chinese-financed drama Sunshine Happiness featuring fellow Taiwanese actress Janine Chang of The Hospital and Black & White fame.

If you're not up to speed on Sunny Happiness, then think of it as a cross between Taiwanese drama Autumn's Concerto and Korean drama Full House and you're basically there. Check out the 10-minute trailer to preview what may be Mike's most serious drama to date and judge for yourself whether it's your cup of tea.

Sunny Happiness 10-minute trailer:



Translated by: Pauli @ CpopAccess

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Fish Leong “returns home” to sing for Rock Records

Despite already signing on with Universal, Fish Leong returns next week to Rock Records to sing for their 30th anniversary concert. Just yesterday, she announced the promotion of her first self-produced album, “No Love Song Without You,” on HitFM. She confessed that the pressure was so great that she was reduced to teeth-grinding in frustration each night, forcing her to wear a mouth-guard to sleep.

In the meantime, Alex To has also announced that he’s performing at Rock Records’ 30th anniversary. After having not performed in Taiwan for over a year, yesterday he rehearsed signature songs “Save the Earth” and “Take it off” as he prepares to impress the crowds.

Check out Fish's latest song "The Things That Love Songs Don't Tell You" (情歌沒有告訴你) here:



Here's the song that inspired her new single:



Source: Appledaily, jazz5708 and FishShad0w's channel
Translated by: POGA @ CpopAccess

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Won Fu returns as Won Fu Junior

Last month, the folk band Won Fu announced that they were taking leave from the music scene, but they are immediately coming back as Won Fu Junior (Xiao Won Fu / 小旺福). The Juniors are set to release their very first rock-style chidren’s album titled, “飛向你飛向我” (roughly translates to Fly To You Fly To Me). The album title is also the same name as the classic hit song from 80’s idol singer YoYo (Jin Rui-Yao). Won Fu explained that they really liked the classic and even borrowed the line of lyrics for their new song.

Just several days ago, Won Fu Junior were filming their new MV together with sixty children. Won Fu tried their best to keep the kids under control and cooperate with the filming by playing games with them. In the MV, the Won Fu members also transform into animated chibi versions of themselves to bravely overcome obstacles and defeat an evil dragon.



Source: LibertyTimes, NOWnews / Video: TyphoonGroup
Translated by: fufu @ CpopAccess

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Rainie visits Wu Chun's home?

Rainie Yang and Wu Chun have understandably gotten closer due to filming GTV's idol drama, "Sunshine Angel". They seemed to have become so close that after Rainie won the 2010 Golden Bell Best Leading Actress Award, she immediately flew to Wu Chun's homeland, Brunei, for vacation. Though there were rumors of them being together, after further investigation, it was confirmed that Wu Chun was in Mainland China for album promotions with the rest of Fahrenheit. But Rainie was indeed in Brunei and was vacationing together with her mother.

The reason that Rainie chose Brunei to spend her vacation from the 25th-28th was because of Wu Chun's enthusiastic recommendation during "Sunshine Angel" filming. Not only that, Wu Chun's assistant, who is also his older cousin, helped her book the hotels and made suggestions for her itinerary. Her manager has denied any entering and leaving of Wu Chun's home in Brunei, as some have reported seeing, or that they even met considering he was busy with promotions in Mainland and shooting a commercial in Guangzhou.

"Sunshine Angel" still has no slated air date yet, and will most likely be pushed to early next, but the two leads seem to be getting along just fine.

Source: Appledaily, photo as credited on image
Translated by: Zahra @ CpopAccess

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Jay Chou is the top money maker of 2010

Which is no surprise. Appledaily has crowned Jay Chou as the top money making singer of 2010. The popular annual ranking was based on figures provided by record companies, advertisers and concert organizers.

President Chou has outdone himself again by making an estimated 852 million NTD in 2010. It was only a year ago when he broke the 700 million mark, which earn him the title “Cape 700 million” (referencing the hit movie “Cape No. 7”.) Jay Chou completed 31 shows as part of his world concert tour, 20 paid performances, as well as numerous endorsement deals.

Coming in second was none other than his ex Jolin Tsai. The songstress was estimated to have earned 457.69 million NTD from music royalties, endorsements, concerts, paid performances and clothing line. Since the inception of this ranking in 2004, Double-J has earned a whopping 4.9 billion NTD with 3.1 of it coming from Jay Chou alone. Behind them in third place was S.H.E. Prior to Selina’s accident, the group has already earned 380 million NTD in 2010. In addition to album sales, endorsements and concert tour, they also showed their diversity with Ella’s drama and Hebe’s solo album.

Here is a full list of the top ten money makers:
1. Jay Chou, 852 million NTD
2. Jolin Tsai, 475.69 million NTD
3. S.H.E, 380 million NTD
4. Show Luo, 341.3 million NTD
5. Leehom Wang, 245.08 million NTD
6. Fahrenheit, 220 million NTD
7. ELVA Hsiao, 214.04 million NTD
8. Mayday, 171.5 million NTD
9. Kenji Wu, 155.75 million NTD
10. Rene Liu, 136.12 million
(100 million NTD = approx. 3 million USD)

Note: These figures are mostly exaggerated but the placements give us a pretty good idea of how they measure up.

Source: Appledaily
Translated by: PA @ CpopAccess

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The most money-making drama idols: dark horse Peter Ho surpasses Jimmy Lin

We’ve already seen President Chou crowned as the top earning Taiwanese singer for 2010, now let’s take a look at the top earners in the drama business.

Peter Ho, taking on Summer’s Desire as both a male lead and a producer, netted in an estimated 220 million NTD this year and claimed the top spot ahead of veteran idol, Jimmy Lin. Ming Dao, despite an underperforming drama, managed to rake in mounds of cash from endorsements and events in the mainland to take third place this year. The highest earning actress came in fourth place, and is none other than Rainie Yang, who has enjoyed a fruitful year in singing, acting and endorsements. Newlywed Barbie Hsu rounds off the top five, proving she’s also a money making machine.

The list has seen an almost complete change from last year, where the top five places were occupied by Jerry Yan, Rainie Yang, Joe Cheng, Vic Zhou and Joe Chen.

The Top five earners 2010:

1. Peter Ho, 220 million NTD
2. Jimmy Lin, 122 million NTD
3. Ming Dao, 110 million NTD
4. Rainie Yang 100 million NTD
5. Barbie Hsu, 90 million NTD

Source: Appledaily
Translated by: mishi @ CpopAccess

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Neitzens tell Producer Lee Tim Shing to fulfill of "picking crap"

Towards the No Regrets story, Neitzens had different opinions. Although the majority praised the series "good to watch", after the finale, they lost the feeling. The Neitzens with high standards criticized the finale's flaws, even saying that No Regrets was worst than the first season Rosy Business. Neitzens told the ones who boasted the series earlier to fulfill their promises.

In the finale, Wayne's role Lau Sing lost his memory for several 10 years was just a rushed explanation, Neitzens felt it was a sloppy ending. This arrangement disappointed those who were chasing the series all along. They ask that those who once said: "if this series is not good, then will go pick cow crap", including Producer Lee Tim Shing, Wayne Lai and Fala Chen to fulfill their promises. One Neitzen changed the subtitles to one scene from "Eat Crap, Leung Fei Fan!" to "Eat Crap, Lee Tim Shing!"

Source: CRHK 903 Entertainment Team, TVB Channel

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Chow Yun Fat embraces Carol Cheng scratching the 7 year itch

Invested nearly a billion dollars into the new film Let The Bullets Fly with big actors Chow Yun Fat, Wen Jiang and Xiao Gang Feng, the film is scheduled to release January 2011. Yesterday Chow Yun Fat started the first promotion in HK, attracting nearly 500 reporters to the promotion for interviews. Chow Yun Fat's wife and EEG's and CEO Albert Yeung both attended as well. The press conference invited Carol Cheng to be the MC.

It has been 7 years since Chow Yun Fat seen carol, so when they met, they embraced one another. Chow also praised that carol looked younger than before, making her extremely happy. As the MC, Carol asked Chow and the crew of the shooting process. Chow said that the other two lead actors performed very well, so he had to be well-prepared, putting lots of effort into it. Carol asked if it was difficult to play two characters? He smiled: "They found a 'Guangzhou Chow Yun Fat' to replace me, he looked very similar to me from the back. I have never done two characters before, and even with different personalities. It was fun."

Also, Chow had always loved to watch TV series, when asked if he watched the No Regrets finale? he said: "Really good! (Who do you support for TV King and Queen?) Kent Cheng, enough weight. (How do you feel about Raymond Lam?) He looks like Evergreen Mak! TV Queen is between Sheren Tang and Charmaine Sheh. (How about just pick one?) No choice, then I choose Carol Cheng!" Chow's humorous responses made everyone laugh.

Besides series, Chow also read about the Felix Wong's fire breathing at TVB. He laughed: "I didn't see him scold at TVB, I just praise TVB, won't scold." Besides him, Carol asked him if he'll go back to film TVB series? he said: "If you do it then I will too! But I don't know if they will tell me to sign a 1 series per year contract? If so, then I don't know what to do." As for having good friend Chow's support, Kent Cheng said: "Thank you! it's impossible, he's not the judge, what use is that? If he was the judge then we're talking!"

Source: Oriental Daily

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Steven Ma and Kenneth Ma gets praises from singing Beijing opera

Steven Ma and Kenneth Ma were shooting a Beijing opera scene in TVB new series Thunder of the Forbidden City. Before shooting, they hurried to practice the singing and had motions with the Beijing opera instructor. Fortunately, Steven usually sings Cantonese opera, although there is still pressure, it didn't cause him irregular heartbeat. The pitiful Kenneth Ma had no experience with opera had his eyebrows wrinkled when he sang.

When it was time to shoot the scene, the "Double Ma" successfully did the scene in 1 take. The Beijing opera instructor even praised: "Smart, Beijing opera is a national treasure, they are a pair of national treasure." After this experience of singing Beijing opera, Steven discovered that it's pleasant to listen to and suits him well. It also increased his interest in learning more Beijing opera.

Source: Mingpao

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Stealing Ron Ng's girl, Wong He hopes to be Linda Chung's on-screen lover

Wong He, Linda Chung and the cast to TVB new series Twilight Investigations attended the promotional event in Tsuen Wan. Replacing the broadcast of No Regrets, the two expressed that they have confidence on the TV ratings. Wong He said: "There is some pressure, No Regrets increased the audience appetite, but now the audience can change the appetite and watch a comedy, don't have to be so serious. (Did you ask for more promotions?) No, TVB promotions have always been scheduled well, and is the same for all series."

Already been in the industry for 16 years, Wong He has a wish, he hopes to be an on-screen couple with Linda, earning money together. Reporters teased that he cannot compete with Raymond Lam or Ron Ng, Wong He said: "Ron ng can't finish it all, for the rest of the year I'll take care of it first, we are earning income so Linda can buy a house." Linda happily responded: "I want to too! Always rumoring with Raymond and Ron, really boring, change partners for a fresh feeling."

Also, Linda attended the Cartier party last night after returning from the States for rumored boyfriend Raymond Lam's concert. When speaking of the concert, she said that it was the first time she sang fast songs and personally felt that she was qualified. Linda has confidence in having a few fast songs in her upcoming album. This time she sang more songs at the concert than usual, she sang 11 songs, usually she only does 5. Linda denies that she gave rumored boyfriend special treatment, calling room service for him at the hotel every day, she did not ewat with Raymond. Towards the rumors that TVB executive Virgina Lok is losing power and impacted Raymond? She said that Raymond has a positive personality, then changed the subject saying during his concert, he would often feel unwell suffering from the flu.

Denies that Ron is pursuing her

It was recently rumored that Ron Ng is pursuing her, Linda did not hesitate to deny the rumors: "Every time I film a series, I always rumored with the male lead, feeling numb to all of it. (Can you feel that he's pursuing you?) When I am filming series, I am completely focused on my work. (Your so focused, so he can still pursue you?) I believe he's very professional, I don't feel that he's pursuing me, this is old news. (Is there a possibility to develop with Ron?) No." Linda said that when she was young, she used to have the Prince Charming in her heart, but now that she's older, she feels that outer appearance is not important, it's about feelings and will leave everything to God.

Source: On.cc

Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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Sheren tang turns down many jobs to get back to HK for TV Queen battle

Last night, TVB held the No Regrets - Some Day Popular In the City event inviting 500 audience, No Regrets and the Some Day casts to watch the finale together. Sheren Tang, Wayne Lai, Fala Chen, Raymond Wong, Susan Tse, Johnson Lee, Teresa Mo, Wong He, Aimee Chan, Kristal Tin and many more attended. Resuming his GM position at TVB not long ago, Stephen Chan also attended and even greeted Sheren.

Towards the ratings and TV Queen title, Sheren said full of confidence: "I especially scheduled to come back to HK tonight for this event, actually for every promotion, I specially made arrangements to attend. I turned down a lot of jobs to earn extra money, but no choice how much can I take, I fell it's worth it! (TVB promoting NR, paving the road for awards?) I don't feel it's like that! It's an anniversary series, we already said earlier that we'll be watching the finale together. But if it's not true, not bad, I will get Tung Tai's 3000 disciples to vote! (Taking the opportunity to pull in votes?) Not necessary! The ones who watched NR will automatically vote for us. (Have confidence ratings will surpass Jewels In The Palace?) Definitely win! if not, I will accept the reality, write the 3 words of my name 'Cheng Gau Mui's backwards, I am saying my role 'Cheng Gau Mui!"

Sheren continues: "On the night of the awards ceremony, I will be back in HK because I guessed that I'm in top 5. This is an event by the Hong Kong TV industry, to attend this event expresses your support. Mainland artists and staff are also very concerned of this awards ceremony. (You were just getting votes with the TVb executive?) I was just greeting Stephen Chan because I haven't seen him in a while."

TV King hot favourite Wayne Lai expressed that he has an injury on him: "Last night I was shooting for Lunar New Year film, I Love Hong Kong, when suddenly my leg had a 'pak' sound, my left leg could not bend at a wide angle, Eric Tsang said I had a muscle tear on my leg and should rest for two weeks before I go back to work. (Confidence for TV King?) Yes! But, have to see how the TV ratings are like, high ratings means greater chance. On TVB.com, NR has more than a million clicks, I discovered that a lot of people are following my series, I have confidence for good ratings." Yesterday afternoon, Wayne attended Christmas event and when speaking of "Chai Gau" and "Lau Sing roles bringing him more opportunities to earn extra money, he said: "Hard to compare, Rosy Business already finished broadcasting last year, NR probably needs to wait until next year before results are seen."

As for Fala Chen, she was asked if she told her "mother-in-law" to support NR? She said: "I told all the people around me to support the show, this year I am nominated for both Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, although I have already won Best Supporting Actress, I really like my role in NR, it is my turning point in my acting career, I hope to get recognition. However, it is a tough competition, Susan Tse and Nancy Wu are quite strong too!" Also, last night, a middle-aged lady felt unwell during thr NR finale and was sent to hospital.

Source: The Sun, Mingpao
Translator: aZnangel@AEU

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