Charmaine Sheh praises Kevin Cheng & Annie Lau are a great match

Charmaine Sheh, Myolie Wu, Bosco Wong, Moses Chan and Tavia Yeung attended a [Next] magazine awards ceremony yesterday. Since Charmaine is currently busy shooting for Mainland drama Legend of the Yuan Empire Founder, she rushed back to HK in order to take part in the awards ceremony. When speaking of rumored boyfriend Kevin Cheng's new rumors with Annie Lau? Charmaine laughed: "Congrats!" Asked if she lost Kevin because she's too busy shooting series? Charmaine admitted: "I really have no time, have to film. Kevin left Hengdian earlier than me, so I don't know where he went to shoot." Charmaine said she and Kevin are friends, and did call him up to ask about his new rumors. She believed Kevin and Annie are both considered a handsome guy and beautiful girl, and are very matching on-screen couple. Does she believe she and Kevin are the most matching? She asked back: "Ask the audience!"

Myolie Wu was away from HK for several months shooting a new Mainland series. She expressed she misses her HK colleagues, when asked if she's implying she misses boyfriend Bosco Wong? She laughed and did not answer, but she said since Triumph in the Skies II hasn't begun yet, she took the opportunity to accept another Mainland drama. She said she will be back in HK to promote for new TVB series House of Harmony and Vengeance. Asked if she's earning a lot of the Chinese yuan lately? Myolie laughed: "Not that much, but I'm not used to the Mainland weather, so I fell ill. I hope to get better soon." Bosco praised Myolie for having the capability to earn money, and said he too will work hard for money.

Regarding girlfriend Aimee Chan currently shooting in Mainland for the first time and was forced to take group photos by the colleagues there? Moses believed they just had the mentality of fans. First time shooting out in Mainland, Aimee has been well-taken care of by many people, and is not worried of safety. Moses said: "We chat on the phone every day, she got used to it too. She had so much time, she was able to go walk around everywhere and take pictures too." He hopes to finished shooting his series by April, so he can visit his girlfriend in Hengdian for a surprise.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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[News] ‘Time Slip Dr. Jin’ asks ‘Faith’ to stop production because of plagiarism!

The upcoming drama ‘Time Slip Dr. Jin’s production company Lee Kim production demanded for SBS’s scheduled drama “Faith” to halt production.

Lee Kim Production said that “Faith’s” story based on a doctor who time travels from the past to the present is very similar and demanded for SBS to halt the production.

To this, “Faith’s” broadcaster SBS and production company Kim Jong Hak director responded in his own words, “It is already reviewed by the law” and “There is no problem [with the new production]”.

JYJ's Kim Jaejoong is also one of the casts of Time Slip Dr. Jin. The drama is expected to be aired in May.

Source: Nate

Translation Credit: buniu of JYJ3

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Quiet Alex Lam attracts Girls

Mr., Alex Lam Tak Shun and Mag Lam Yun Tung yesterday attended a Metro Radio interview to promote their film LIVES IN FLAMES (HEI SAI YIU GWUN). In the film Mr.'s Dash was paired with Jeana, lead singer Alan was paired with Lam yun Tung. Reporters joked that Dash was lucky, he said, "The grass is always greener on the other side. I feel Lam Yun Tung has an attractive quality. She very clearly has her own ideas. Nowadays few girls are so tough, working for several dozen hours and still working professionally. She has her attitude." He also said that he often saw Lam Yun Tung writing songs with her guitar. Did he admire Lam Yun Tung more than Jeana? He said, "I admire both. Jeana is very hard working, both are talented, one with the figure and the other with talent." Dash also revealed that George Lam Chi Cheung's son Lam Tak Shun on the set was very popular with the girls, but he joked that like his father he too was a man of few words. He joked that their home should be very low carbon because no on spoke.

As for being popular with girls, Lam Tak Shun immediately blushed and said, "No, on the set I neither slept or listened to music." Would he invite his father to the movie? He admitted that he would not watch it with his father because watching his own performance was somewhat awkward.

Source: Takungpao, on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

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[News] SHINee Opens Up on Fasting Rumors & Extra Member!

The SHINee members opened up on some funny rumors they had heard about themselves through their handwritten resumes. The members wrote out their own resumes for the live open studio broadcast of Mnet’s Wide Entertainment News on March 29. 

In the resume, they had to write down basic information about themselves, a self-introduction, interests, strengths, weaknesses and rumors. Their answers for the weirdest rumors they’ve heard and their explanations were especially entertaining.

Key and Onew answered, ‘Fasting rumors’ and ‘Don’t you ever eat? Yes, we do eat’. Minho and Jonghyun answered calmly, ‘Not much’ and ‘There’s no need to explain rumors’, while member Taemin wrote, ‘That SHINee has six members’.

SHINee will be appearing in the open studio located in the first floor of the CJ E&M Center in Seoul. The members will talk about their resumes and answer questions in the Talk Bingo section.

As the open studio is literally open to the public and only has a glass wall separating the stars from the fans, many fans usually crowd around to see their stars when there is a shoot. Many are looking forward to seeing how many fans will gather outside to see SHINee.

SHINee recently made a comeback with its new mini album Sherlock, and after appearing in Wide Entertainment News, it will perform for M Countdown.

Tune in to find out what those rumors are all about!


Source: enews 

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[News] SHINee studies Japanese for their upcoming Japan tour

On top of their busy schedules in the middle of the 'Sherlock' promotional period, SHINee has been practicing Japanese for their upcoming tour. The members divulged that although they have learned some Japanese already, they are aiming to become more fluent for the tour to be able to get closer to their Japanese fans.

During a fansigning event that happened yesterday, Taemin said, “We're disappointed that our Korean promotion period is short, but after our Japanese activities, we plan on releasing an album later this year, so please wait for us. We are both practicing for our Korean promotions and prepping for our Japanese tour next month. We will try our best to impress on the Japanese stage, so please anticipate our performance.”

SHINee will be touring Japan for ‘The First Japan Arena Tour: SHINee World 2012‘ starting April 25th, and the tour will run all the way until the beginning of July.


Source: SHINeee.net

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Joyce Cheng changes her image with a comedy film

Joyce Cheng Yun Yi yesterday unveiled the City, Things & Nature art exhibit as its special guest and received a fan from Japanese artist Ryu Itadani. Itadani even donated his work HONG KONG for a charity auction. Yun Yi revealed that she will work on a Hong Kong comedy and make an appearance that no one has ever seen. She happily said, "This character is similar to me and I have always wanted to play the character. The happiest was during the audition the director and the producer both said that they have this character that they only want me to play. So I was very happy. Acting isn't my strong suit, this is a great learning opportunity." In the past Yun Yi has guest starred in films, but this time was the first time that she had a character name. Thus she was particularly excited. Would he have to make any preparation? She said that she would speak more Chinese and sing more karaoke because she truly learned a lot of Chinese from it. Would she need to dress up for the performance? She joked, "No need, my look is already funny enough. (Will you impersonate (Kate) Tsui Tsz Shan again?)) Actually I have said several dozen times, she was impersonating me. Because I have been in the business for over 20 years, she has been in it for less than ten."

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

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[News] Lee Dong Gun in talks for comeback project

Actor Lee Dong Gun, who finally completed his 22 month military service and was discharged from the Korean army earlier today, will be resuming his acting activities.

Lee Dong Gun is currently in talks to star in a figure-skating drama, "Can't Lose" though the show's broadcaster and air date have yet to be announced. A representative stated, "Lee is going over the script and we are currently in the final stages of making our decision."

During his discharge ceremony earlier, Lee Dong Gun talked about his next production. He said, "I’ve already picked the next production and will soon start shooting for an upcoming drama."

With his remarks, many are speculating that the actor has confirmed for the new figure-skating drama "Can't Lose."

Meanwhile, Lee Dong Gun made his debut as an actor in 1998. He is well-known for his roles in dramas "Lovers in Paris", "Sweet 18" and "Smile Again."

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[News] 4minute teams up with Shinsadong Tiger for comeback

Though their comeback has been continuously delayed, the recent news of 4minute finally shooting their comeback music video made their fans excited for the girls’ return. This time, more details about the group’s upcoming new album have been revealed.

According to a representative, 4minute will be working again with Shinsadong Tiger, the producer behind 4minute's past hits "Hot Issue", "Muzik", "Mirror Mirror" and more. Shinsadong Tiger has worked on their new album productions, which was revealed to bring a whole different feel.

4minute's new album is set to be released on mid-April.

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[News] Shin Hye Sung to perform in a chair for Shinhwa's comeback

Shinhwa is set to make their comeback stage with latest title track "Venus" on Mnet's M! Countdown on March 29th. However, member Shin Hye Sung will be sitting on a chair and will participate in the performances mostly with his vocals.

During Shinhwa's 14th anniversary concert, Shin Hye Sung injured his knee after he fell during a jump performance using a lift. His injury hasn’t healed completely yet, but he's determined to join the group for their first music show comeback.

Shinhwa will be performing from their title track "Venus" as well as "Hurts" off of their 10th album "The Return."

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[News] Lee Seung Gi tearfully leaves "Strong Heart"

MC Lee Seung Gi was seen shedding tears as he completed his final recording for SBS "Strong Heart".

On March 27th episode of SBS "Strong Heart", YG Entertainment artist gathered for the "Strong Heart – YG Family Special". This special also conincided with the last emceeing duty for MC Lee Seung Gi.

A preview clip of next week’s second part of the special, in which Lee Seung Gi’s tearful goodbye was briefly shown, drew the attention of the viewers. In the preview, Lee Seung Gi tearfully saying, "I remember the first time. I wondered if I could lead Strong Heart as the lone MC."

Meanwhile, actor Lee Dong Wook and MC Shin Dong Yup will take over Lee Seung Gi's MC spot starting the new episodes to be aired on April 10th.

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Ada Choi an expired nanny neglects beloved daughter

Yesterday Ada Choi, Sheren Tang, Christine Ng, Moses Chan, Kenny Wong, Christine Kuo and Alice Chan appeared at the blessing ceremony for TVB new series Beauty At War (WABII) in Tseung Kwan O. Ada's daughter is already 10 months old, and is starting to learn walking. Watching her daughter grow, Ada feels blessed and excited, but because she's busy shooting WABII, she doesn't have time to take care of her daughter. She said: "Earlier when I was shooting 4 months for a series, it was so painful because I wouldn't get the script until the night before, I get so nervous and when I get home I go straight to study the script. When my daughter crawls over and gives me a hug on the legs, I had to neglect her because I was just too busy memorizing the script."

Ada was asked if she would ask the producer to release the script earlier? She: "No choice, smart scriptwriters are like that. I'm used to it after so many years of collaboration with Ah Chik (Producer Jonathan Chik) and [Chow] Yuk Ming. I personally just want to have enough sleep, so I have energy and better memory." Ada plays a nanny in the series, when asked if she'll have to put in a fake breasts for the shoot? She said: "Not necessary. I'm an expired nanny, just responsible for telling people to go feed milk."

Yesterday Moses was 40 minutes late, making everyone wait for him before they could begin the blessing ceremony. He said: "I totally forgot it was the blessing ceremony today. I'm in for it this time, I will make more cups of coffee and treat everyone to a meal as my apology." Recently, Moses has been off the fatty foods and has lost 20 pounds. He expressed he hopes to visit girlfriend Aimee Chan on the set in Hengdian.

Christine Ng frankly said she's collaborating with a lot of strong artists this time and feels very pressured. When asked if she NGs a lot during the shoot? She joked: "My surname is NG, so no one can blame me if I NG. Actually we all communicated prior to shooting that if there are NGs, no one should feel displeased, so it's a very good atmosphere." Newcomer Yuang Cheung shaved his head for his small eunuch role, he said it feels fresh and cool.

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forums

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Peter Chan publicly calls Sandra Ng his 'Wife' for the first time

Filmmaker Peter Chan, Sandra Ng and their daughter attended the Hong Kong International Film Festival - Peter Chan Exhibition opening ceremony as a family yesterday. This time for this event, Peter wrote a book. While writing the book, Peter became aware that he's entered middle-aged and thinking back in his life, he has had his rights and wrongs. He has done a lot of things that makes people around him uncomfortable. Peter even publicly calls Sandra 'Lo Por' (wife) for the first time: "I'm hard to get along with, very troublesome and stubborn. For those of you who have tolerated me for so many years, thank you. I hope my wife can tolerate me for another 10 years." On stage, Sandra saw Peter with teary eyes, she shouted: "Don't cry."

First time publicly calling Sandra his wife, he felt it's nothing special, it's just an address. Sandra expressed she doesn't like him calling her wife: "Makes me sound old. It's better to address me as Miss Chan."

Sandra also expressed: "I felt most emotional when he told me to continue my tolerance for another 10 years. I already tolerated him for 10 years, feels disappointing just thinking about it." Sandra publicly asked Peter to shoot another 10 movies with her as the lead actress. Peter was speechless and said to let him think about it. Sandra suggested he can shoot a few more sequels to Golden Chicken.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: AsianEU Forums

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Shu Qi heartbroken: "The Past is not a Scar"; Carina Lau drawn into incident

Vincent Zhao's fans attacked Shu Qi by reposting her old nude photos online after she supported Donnie Yen on Weibo that he's a professional and serious actor. This resulted in Shu Qi deleting all of her Weibo entries as well as her list of Following. She suffered great emotional impact and wrote about her thoughts in an article: "The past is not a scar." Unfortunately, that didn't settle the disputes, yesterday even Carina Lau was drawn into the situation because it was discovered that she downloaded the 'Shu Qi's Photos' file during the sensitive period and so Netizens teased that she's gossiping, "curiosity kills the cat". Vincent Zhao also publicly stressed on Weibo of his innocence, that he did not hire an 'online thug' to attack people.

The other night, a Weibo entry: "I just discovered a very good document 'Shu Qi zip' (??zip), I recommend that you go take a look." appeared on Carina's Weibo. This entry means she downloaded the file containing Shu Qi's photos, and at the time the message quickly spread. Perhaps even she didn't even know. Soon after, Netizens teased that she's gossiping and started taking her film Curiosity Kills the Cat to joke with. Netizens criticized that she's doing the wrong things during a sensitive period. Carina later deleted that entry.

Being attacked, Shu Qi feels disturb and hurt, so she decided to quit Weibo. Yesterday morning, she wrote an article Back to the Source of Simplicity on her official website. This was a response to the Weibo incident. In the article she refers herself as "she". The following is an excerpt of Shu Qi's article. She helplessly wrote: "The simplest source, is to still have a personal shop, a comfortable shop. In fact she is very heartbroken, after all that was just like her log of feelings. Unfortunately some people, including herself, will always has a dark side."

"Relax, she's well and yet is unwell. She is thankful of the people that has hurt her, allowing her to continuously learn and grow. Although the process was painful, extremely hard to bear, but it still must get by! Thanks to all the people who don't like her, allowing her to actually feel the truth and really reflect on the direction of life. Now ending Weibo, she's not worried her life will slowly be unrecognized, but rather her pipeline of wanting to help people in the future loses a direction."

Regarding her past, Shu Qi writes: "She does not care about any of the comments whatsoever. In the last 17 years, all the disturbances, great winds and waves, life or death moments, she was still able to get through them. Thanks to all those people who have helped her. The past isn't a scar to her, it is a story that tells how she came along. I think she feels proud. Hopefully the future world, the positive energy can overpower the negative. In the meantime, she's a little weak and embarrassed! But please rest assure, just with a little time, she will be able to get through it. I believe she will be a strong heroine very soon!" To end, Shu Qi thanked her fans for their loyalty.

After the Shu Qi Weibo incident good friend Donnie apologized to her and other friends who were dragged into the situation through Weibo. As for Vincent, he also clarified on Weibo that he did not hire an 'online thug' to clean out Shu Qi's Weibo. He even urged Weibo's technical staff to publicize that Netizen's IP address to prove that he's innocent. Vincent insisted that he looks forward to another collaboration with Shu Qi as well.

Source: Mingpao, Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU forums

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JJ Jia and 'pirated Louis Koo' Sammy Shum spotted dating

Not long after 29 year old JJ Jia's debut, she was seen as the Goddess among the 'House Boys', but too bad she only loves 28 year old TVB artist Sammy Shum, known as the 'mountain bandit version of Louis Koo'. Recently, Sammy's career is on the rise as he is seen on the sitcom Til Love Do Us Lie paired with Raymond Lam's cousin Lin Xiawei. JJ and Sammy sparked love in 2010 when they were shooting a travel show together. Although JJ earns a higher income than Sammy, she does not hesitate to fork out her own wallet to help her boyfriend, whom she had not been dating for long. She pays for the rent at the Serenity Place, Tseung Kwan O, where she cohabits with Sammy.

The other day JJ had a day off, so she and her boyfriend went out dating in Sai Kung. To avoid being recognized, JJ was very careful, having thick framed glasses on, a hat and a jacket to hide her nice body figure. JJ and Sammy, who also had a cap on, stepped into an Italian restaurant at around 6pm and sat at a table in the dark corner for dinner. However, the couple were already the center of attention to other customers as soon as they appeared in the restaurant. The couple had a huge feast with 5 large dishes on the table. With her boyfriend around, JJ comfortably ate as much as she wanted and cleaned all the dishes from the table. During the time, the two chatted sweetly and because Sammy feared the dinner wasn't filling enough for his girlfriend, he ordered to-go before getting the bill.

Sammy's Profile
Birth Date: May 4, 1983

Debut: 2006 EEG New Talent Singing Contest; In 2008, he entered TVB Acting Class.

Works:
- Off Pedder (2010): Sammy played Joyce Cheng's boyfriend and people started noticing him.
- Lives of Omission (2011): Sammy played 'Bau Dang' (Bosco Wong's assistant)

Rumored Girlfriends:
While shooting Off Pedder, Sammy was rumored with Joyce Cheng, then later with Aimee Chan from the same series. He was also photographed on the streets with Aimee before. November 2011, Sammy was spotted with Kate Tsui in Wan Chai for dance practice. It was rumored the two sparked after shooting Lives of Omission.

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forums

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[News] Jang Hyuk receives special training for new movie "Cold"

Actor Jang Hyuk is currently receiving special training in preparation for his upcoming movie "Cold."

Jang Hyuk is learning how to rescue people for his role as a fire fighter in the movie. His agency manager said, "Jang Hyuk has been going around fire stations learning how to save lives for his role in 'Cold'. The movie will start shooting in July."

Jang Hyeok was active last year with SBS TV drama "Midas" and "Deep-rooted Tree" and will be returning this year with "Cold".

This movie is a collaboration between chairmen Jung Hoon Tak of Sidus, Ahn Byung Ki of Toilet Pictures and Kim Gwang Soo of Core Contents Media.

While a fatal virus is spreading out, fireman Kang Ji Goo and wife Cha In Hye search for the host of this virus. Jo In Sung was the initial cast for the drama but Jang Hyuk got the role eventually.


Source: hancinema

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[Pictures] T-ara's Boram snapped some cute selcas with Mickey!

T-ara's Boram tweeted some new photos on her Twitter!

She is seen posing cutely with Mickey in the photos above.

Like her new pair of selcas?
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[Audio] Short preview of 2NE1's I Don't Care,Clap Your Hands and Follow Me in Japanese!

Check out the short teasers of the songs in Japanese here!

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[News] 2PM Junho and Kim So Eun do a love shot

2PM's Junho and actress Kim So Eun had a love shot already during their first meeting.

On the March 24 episode of MBC’s Music and Lyrics, the show’s new couple, Junho and Kim So Eun were introduced and later, over drinks the two did a love shot.

Despite the shyness of their first meeting, they could not hold in their smiles every time they made eye contact, and seemed to get drastically closer throughout the meeting. The early 1990s-born Junho and 1989-born Kim decided to treat each other like they were the same age and spoke informally with one another.

During the staff company get-together, two stars were encouraged to do a love shot by those around them. Initially hesitating, they proceeded to show a deep love shot.

Meanwhile, Junho has teamed up with actress Kim So Eun as the new couple for "Music and Lyrics". In the program, the couple will try to make an OST for MBC’s weekend drama "Feast of the Gods". The song will be used for actress Song Yuri’s love theme in the drama.

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[News] Psy confirmed as judge for ‘Superstar K4’

The energetic singer Psy has been confirmed as the new weekly judge on Mnet's audition program, ‘Superstar K4’.

According to a representative, Psy will be taking the place of Yoon Jong Shin, who stepped down after three seasons, and will join Lee Seung Chul as judge for ‘Superstar K4’.

Similar to its previous seasons, the third judge is expected to be female. Mnet is said to be in negotiation and reviewing candidates for its final judge.

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Kelly Chen discharged after giving birth to second son Riley Lau

'Trendy Mother' Kelly Chen was admitted to the hospital last Wednesday and gave birth to second son 'Siu Lung Bao'. Yesterday afternoon, Kelly was discharged from the hospital with the company of her manager and assistant. However, her husband Alex Lau was not seen. Kelly smiled as she appeared in a red jacket and short boots, clearly she took the time to dress up and her figure looks as slim as before. It does not look like she's a mother of two at all.

Kelly reveals "Siu Lung Bao" name is Lau Sam. The word "Sam" is the same Mandarin pinyin as her maiden name "Chen". She said: "It means precious, very hard to get. His English name is Riley. I just love it, I think the name sounds great, so I chose it."

Kelly is currently doing well physically, but the most important is that her son is in good health. She also reveals that she and Alex will give a gift to little Riley on behalf of her elder son Chace: "Chace loves cars, so we plan to give one to him. (Do you miss Chace?) I really miss him, going home to see him now!" Just gave birth and Kelly is already wearing a short skirt, is she not afraid to catch a cold? She said: "Nope, it's so hot today."

When asked why her husband wasn't seen to pick her up from the hospital? Kelly said: "He went home already to prepare and also to see Chace. It should all be done now." She smiled and said the nurse Riley goes to sleep right away after he finishes his milk and is very easy to care for. She hopes he'll be just as easy to take care of when he gets home.

Asked if she'll shoot a family photo and give to the media? Kelly said: "Let me get some rest first, I've just gone through surgery, give me some time." When asked if she'll go for a daughter soon? Kelly's eyes grew big and expressed: "Let me think about it clearly first. (How long do you have to think for?) Give me some time, see how things go first!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Shu Qi supported Donnie Yen, Netizens attacks back posting old nude photos

Regarding the war between Donnie Yen and Vincent Zhao while shooting new film Special Identity ????, the rumors have been getting more and more severe. Many artists from the industry have been speaking out in support for Donnie, and this resulted in unrestrained attacks. Among them was Shu Qi, who only wrote a message on Weibo supporting Donnie's professional attitude. This led to an 'invasion' of slandering messages on her Weibo. Recently, the attacks were taken to a higher level. Someone dug up Shu Qi's old nude photos that were taken before her debut, when she was on the cover of an adult magazine. The magazine photos were uploaded online for 're-visiting'.

With her past exposed online, Shu Qi suffered from a huge emotional impact. The other night, she already started deleting over 1,000 messages on Weibo. By yesterday, she had "0 Weibos" and "0 Following". She was once known as the 'Weibo Queen', but now she's protesting against online violence. Yesterday afternoon at 2pm, Shu Qi was spotted leaving her residence heading for Central to visit a friend. At the time, Angelababy and Kai Ko were working on a new film, and felt very surprised by Shu Qi's incident. It turns out that the producer of that film (Ms. Koon) was Shu Qi's former manager. At the time, Shu Qi saw that Ms. Koon was busy, so she sat alone in a far corner, but she was constantly looking at her watch. During the time, she couldn't help, but to let out her sadness and teared up. She kept using tissues to wipe away her tears, and after several minutes, her eyes were all swollen from the crying. Later, Ms. Koon came to comfort her and if was then when she started feeling better. When they discovered, reporters taking photos, she quickly got up and left.

As a result, there were 5-6 people escorting Shu Qi to the car. When reporters went forward for interviews, Shu Qi was in a bad mood and politely declined: "It's my personal time, I don't want to be interviewed."

Regarding the whole incident, Donnie was furious too, he wrote on Weibo: "Thanks to my friends for all the support. It is also because of your support that I feel sorry that you were innocently dragged into the issue and have to face online violence that is getting out of control. I feel helpless, heartbroken!"

Source: Oriental Daily, Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Andy took up 18 Chok challenge

After so many years, Andy Lau continued to be the spokesman for the green tea as he shoot the latest commercial earlier. In past commercials, the background had always been nature and animals, but this time he took up the role of a successful handsome man which is different from previous commercials.

The stylist specially picked a gray color western suit to accommodate the European buildings as the background, it gave a refreshing and carefree feeling.

The director and cameraman wanted to represent the commercial in different angles, thus requested Andy to do many different expressions, movements to express it with body language. The director also gave Andy a test which is asking him to do 18 ‘Chok’ (act cool poses) expression and action, all must be done naturally. This, of course is no problem for Andy as he even won applause from the crew members.

One of the scenes required Andy to walk on a 10 inches tall wall and did several care-free movements, he also must appeared relaxed. Actually the width of the wall could only allow one person to walk on it, but he walked on the wall for close to 10 times and several times did some dangerous stunts to scare the crew members, indeed mischievous.

In the commercial, Andy need to run up and down different kinds of staircases, for such simple actions, it’s easy task for Andy. Although the director was satisfied for the take, but the always serious Andy automatically requested to do the same action several times for perfection, thus he ran close to 1000 steps of stairs within two days, the crew members really took their hats off for his serious work attitude.

During free time of the shooting, he also took time off to entertain himself by taking a few “floating” photographs.

Source: Hong Kong Daily, Ta Kung Pao, Macao Daily, Wei Wen Po, Sing Tao News, Ming Pao, Apple Daily News
Translated by: AndyLauSounds

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Both Lead Actresses are absent from Love In The Buff Beijing Premiere

The Pang Ho Cheung directed, Shawn Yue Man Lok, Miriam Yeung Chin Wa and Mini Yang Mi starred comedy LOVE IN THE BUFF (CHUN GIU YU JI MING) will be released on the 30th nationwide. Two nights ago the film held its Beijing premiere; Chin Wa due to pregnancy and Yang Mi due to high fever were both absent. Another supporting actress dressed provocatively and successfully stole the show. Other guests included Zhang Jingchu and Bibi Zhou Bichang.

Pang Ho Cheung was full of confidence in the new film box office and even stated that if the box office performance was good he would make a third film. He again reminded viewers to wait until after the credits before leaving because the end credit had a very surprising "super Easter egg". Lead Yue Man Lok recently promoted the film everywhere. He said, "This film promotion is the most united in my career. I have made movies for ten years, I have never had a film promotion that was this united. Yeung Chin Wa due to pregnancy couldn't travel with us, but everyday she has been in contact with us about the film. I believe this power is very influential."

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Fans urge Sammi Cheng to get married soon

The Hong Kong singer reconciled with boyfriend and fellow singer Andy Hui last year



Text & Photos: xinmsn team reporting from KL

It has been a year since Hong Kong singers Sammi Cheng and Andy Hui got back together, and fans are eager to see the couple tie the knot soon.
However, during an interview with xinmsn, Sammi let on that she is in no hurry to get married yet.

The Hong Kong singer was in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Mar 22, to promote American shoe brand Skechers, and was tasked with introducing Skechers' latest lightweight running shoes Gorun.

The promotional event took place at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, where fans and media from Malaysia, Hong Kong and Singapore attended. xinmsn is proud to be the only Singaporean online media to be invited.

As the ASEAN region spokesperson for the brand, Sammi shared that she took up running as a hobby in 2006, because other than preparing for her concert, she wanted to have a better figure, so that she could wear specially-made designer clothes in smaller sizes. Since then, she has had a habit of running at least 8km per day.

"A few years ago, I couldn't even run for a minute. Running is a really good form of exercise, as it trains our willpower," she said.
The singer let on that she does not like to listen to music when running, as she preferred to hear the rhythm of her steps.
Sammi also revealed that she did not like company when exercising, as that would ensure that no one ruins her rhythm.




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Maeda Atsuko to graduate from AKB48

Atsuko Maeda, probably the most famous face amongst AKB48 members, have announced her graduation tonight, Mar 25th.

On the final night of AKB48′s “Gyoumu Renraku. Tanomu zo, Katayama-buchou!” concert in Saitama Super Arena, the girls got emotional when Atsuko Maeda, or more popularly known as Acchan, announced her graduation. No definite date has been announced.

Here is a rough translation of Atsuko’s speech:

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“I am a first-generation member and have been here since I was 14. This was my life. It was a big decision. And I will make a second important decision. I am going to graduate.I have caused some troubles because of my mood swings, but thanks for everyone’s help, I am here today. To perform in Tokyo Dome was a dream since I was 14.Now this dream has come true, at 20 years of age, I have to work hard towards my next dream.I have worked hard for the past 6-1/2 years. I have to move onto my next dream at the age of 20. I am anxious and worried because I don’t know what will happen. But for the kouhai, I have to take the first step towards this. The detailshaven’t been decided yet. When it’s been decided, I’ll convey it to everyone. Thank you very much.”After this speech Takamina responds with “AKB48 is not the end goal, this is the same for all members. Please support Atsuko’s graduation!”

Acchan has been doing lots of work outside AKB48 with her agency Ohta Pro. Last year, she starred in the film Moshidora and recently took the lead role in a remake of Hana Kimi. Her latest photobook “bukiyo” was released last week and oricon recorded sales of 38,483. It is said she only has 5days off throughout the whole year, with all her AKB48 lessons, singles recordings and performances added to the photoshoots, commercials, films and dramas she takes part in. It’s a life of nonstop work for Acchan.

Lastly, Atsuko added that she’s still an AKB48 member and she hopes to make more wonderful memories with everyone. All the while, fans inside the arena are chanting “Acchan!” as the concert ended.

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Annie liu cries in julian cheung's arms

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Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau) and Julian Cheung Chi Lam earlier worked on their film NATURAL BORN LOVERS (TIN SUN OI CHING KONG) in Kowloon Tong. That night after they shot an argument, Sum Yau ran into Chilam's arms and cried for her final scene of the shoot. Thus the film company boss Stephen Shiu Jr. brought champagne to visit the set and celebrate. Sum Yau was very happy about the wrap but was reluctant to part, as she thanked the team for its care.

Because Sum Yau was shooting a crying scene that night, before places she sat alone in the corner to cultivate her emotions. Originally frowning, she smiled sweetly as soon as she mentioned rumored boyfriend Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, but she at first stressed that their chance to develop was zero.

"No, entertainment news is just for everyone to laugh at, now we won't have any chance to develop. I don't want to give people the impression that we have a chance. This depends on fate." Later she changed her tune and admitted that no one could predict the future. She said, "It would depend on fate, love needs feeling, whether the person is in or out of the industry it doesn't matter." Was she worried that the rumors would scare off suitors? Sum Yau said, "Not much to worry about, love too has to take its natural course."

Chilam said that he still has one more day before completion. He hoped to have a chance to have dinner with the entire team later. Director Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) said that he would continue to make different subject romantic films every year and revealed that he was in negotiation for several films.

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Showbiz boss Albert Yeung dishes the dirt on celebrity scandals

The founder of Hong Kong's Emperor Entertainment Group spoke on Carina Lau's nude photo scandal, Jackie Chan's affair with Elaine Ng and Nicholas Tse's divorce




Albert Yeung, the founder and chairman of Hong Kong-based entertainment company Emperor Entertainment Group (EEG), recently revealed shocking showbiz insights -- including actress Carina Lau's nude photo scandal, Jackie Chan's extramarital affair with Elaine Ng and Nicholas Tse's divorce with Cecilia Cheung - in a magazine interview.
Ten years ago, Albert owned the now-defunct tabloid Eastweek Magazine, which had published nude photos of actress Carina Lau, supposedly taken during the time she was kidnapped and tortured.

The businessman was later forced to make a public apology and close the magazine.
"I didn't know the photos were published. I felt wronged; as a boss, how was I to know what [photos] was going to be used on the magazine's cover?" Albert said.

He expressed that the magazine's editor had obtained the go-ahead from their legal consultants before deciding to publish the photos. In Albert's opinion, the incident was "merely morally wrong", and added that he is still friends with Carina. Albert claimed that Carina did not blame him for the incident.

Albert, who is also friends with kungfu superstar Jackie Chan, let on that the actor had confided in him when former lover Elaine Ng wanted to expose the truth regarding her daughter Etta Ng.

"I offered to be the mediator, that I was going to give Elaine a sum of money, in exchange for her silence," he said.

While Jackie did not object to Albert's suggestion initially, he later decided to let Elaine tell all. The superstar chose not to comment on her expose as he did not want to be threatened by the former actress in the long run.

Albert then commented on rumours that he had provided for Elaine's living expenses until recently.

"No, I never did. Jackie never wanted to do that, so I'll never act on my own."
The businessman also gave some insights into Nicholas Tse's divorce with ex-wife Cecilia Cheung.
Albert, who had known actor Patrick Tse and ex-wife Deborah Li for more than a decade, had seen Nicholas grow up and treated him like his own son.

"Nicholas used to be so full of himself; he didn't care much about the feelings of others. I had to give in to him, even though I'm the boss. I loved and pampered him," Albert said, adding that the actor is a lot more matured now, and is not as willful as he used to be.

On Nicholas' divorce with ex-wife Cecilia Cheung last year, Albert pointed out that Nicholas did not badmouth Cecilia, and allowed her and the public to think as they wished, adding that "he didn't even say anything about her and Edison".


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Is Fala Chen married?

The Hong Kong actress says she wants to keep her marriage plans a secret



Did TVB actress Fala Chen indirectly admit she is married at a radio interview a couple of days ago?

During the interview, the actress, who had attended several weddings recently, was asked whose wedding banquet she arrived at first. Was it that of actor Timmy Hung or model Marie Zhuge?


Fala expressed that she arrived at the venue for Timmy's wedding banquet held on March 23 at 8pm that night, while she arrived at Marie's wedding at 7pm, dismissing rumours that she did not get along with the model.

Previously, it was rumoured that Fala had already married boyfriend Sit Sai-hang, whose family owns the Neway Karaoke chain in Hong Kong.

When asked how she defined "marriage", the actress laughed and said that she had not made any marriage plans this year, and requested for some personal space, adding that she would like to keep it a secret now, and make an announcement when the time is right.



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[News] Shinhwa Minwoo to SJ Kyuhyun, "Kyuhyun-ah, let me treat you to a meal."

[03/25 Shinhwa comeback concert] Lee Minwoo: "Kyuhyun-ah, let me treat you to a meal."

Today's press conference of '2012 SHINHWA GRAND TOUR IN SEOUL "THE RETURN"' Shinhwa's Lee Minwoo mentioned and thanked Super Junior member Kyuhyun, "Thank you for Kyuhyun who talked about my story* wittily. Let's get together for a meal sometime."

*story that Lee Minwoo means:
on Radio Star 120321 (Shinhwa became the guest) Kyuhyun told a story about Minwoo in the past, "Minwoo hyung came to our table after drinking alcohol and then asked us "Who's the most similar one to me among you?" then Donghae hyung came up, and said "Hyung, I want to learn to compose music~" and then Minwoo hyung said "Hyung will teach you, come to my home~ your idea, my idea, is the same!! your idea, my idea, is the best!!(thumb up) but if your idea is not the same with mine, then..." he puts his thumb down."

?? ??. ? ??. ??!! (your idea. my idea. the best!! (Kyuhyun puts his thumbs up *imitating Minwoo)



???... ?? ??. ? ??. ???.... *thumbs down* (But... if your idea is not the same as mine.. *Kyuhyun puts his thumb down *imitating Minwoo) xD



it bursts out Shinhwa's members & other MCs laughters. And it became a hot topic and popular in Korea because of Kyuhyun's demonstration of Minwoo's style xD

source: eToday (http://www.etoday.co.kr/news/section/newsview.php?TM=news&SM=4101&idxno=562182)
Thanks to: Misty0203 & Vivi @KyuhyunBiased
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[Video] Infinite Sungyeol Starcall

Infinite Sungyeol makes Starcall for fans.
Watch below:




Credit : ???? @ Naver Blog
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[Audio] JB & Park Seo Jun release final OST "New Dreaming" for Dream High 2

Preceding the recently ended popular teen drama Dream High 2, JB who collaborated with Park Seo Jun release the final OST for Dream High 2.

This track is included in Dream High 2 OST and will be release on March 26.
Other tracks included:

01. Falling – ???
02. You’re my star – ??(miss A)
03. Hello to myself - ??(Wondergirls)
04. Super Star - ??(???), ??(???), ???
05. ?? ??- ???
06. Together - ??(???), JB
07. B? ?? - ??(2AM), Jr., ???, ???
08. ???? - ??(???)
09. New Dreaming - JB, ???
10. Together (Instrumental)
11. B? ?? (Instrumental)

Listen below:




Credits: AsianDreamOST

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[Video/Eng] SHINee at Kiss The Radio

Here's the subbed video of SHINee who recently appeared in their hyungs' radio program Kiss The Radio on March 23.

Currently, they are promoting their mini-album "Sherlock"





cr: norataku1205 + dc gall + shineee.net + kika

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