15 Hong Kong Films celebrates hand over

This year will be the 15th anniversary of the Hong Kong Hand Over. To commemorate this special day, the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London worked with England's Terrocotta Film Festival to select 15 films that represented Hong Kong. These 15 films included A SIMPLE LIFE (TOH JEH), INFERNAL AFFAIRS (MO GAN DOH), LIFE WITHOUT PRINCIPLE (DUET MING GUM), ONE ARMED SWORDSMAN (DUK BEI DOH) and THE BOUNTY (YUEN HUNG). THE BOUNTY was even the only film that has not been released in Hong Kong yet. So far it has only had one world premiere at the Udine Far East Film Festival.

THE BOUNTY is scheduled for a June 21st release. Although the film is an action comedy, its story is quite meaningful. In one scene Chapman To Man Jat out of justice took care of the RubberBand drummer Lai Man played sugar cane gang leader. The villagers in order to thank their hero brought many gifts, one of which included calligraphy "Courage To Do What's Easy". Director Fung Chi Chiang deliberated turned the word "Just" into "Easy" to poke fun at certain people in the society. Often they would choose to lend a hand on whether it was easy or hard.

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Pakho Chau has bed scene in his Micro Movie

Clifton Ko Chi Sum's ATV program invited Danny Summer (Ha Siu Sing), Pakho Chau and former news flower Sharon Cheung Ming Wa to be his guests and share their views on music and movies.

Pakho Chau currently is working on the Wong Toi Hing created micro movie about different girls' pursuit of love and the growth of the male lead. It even had bed scenes. As for the current popularity of micro movies, Cheung Ming Wa pointed out that micro movies first became popular in China. As the internet became more widespread, micro movies also became popular.

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Him Law joins the cast of TITS2 taking on a significant role

TVB grand production Triumph in the Skies II (TITS2) is scheduled to start shooting in July. The 3 lead actors are Francis Ng, Chilam Cheung and Ron Ng. It was said rising Siu Sang Him Law joins the cast and takes on a significant role. Although Him is an artist under Filmko and not one of TVB’s ‘biological sons’, in the recent year, he's still heavily favored by the company and appears in one series after another.

Earlier Him was involved in the Lau Sing Ding's nude photo scandal. At first, Him lied and said he didn't know him, but it was later discovered that he actually met Lau a few years ago. Following last year’s incident where ex-girlfriend Theresa Fu exposed he was a four-timer and even beats her, Him’s damaged image deepens after this scandal. Fortunately his work at TVB was not affected and the company strongly supported him by casting him in several series post-scandal including Tiger Cubs, the just completed A Chip off the Old Block II, currently shooting Seasons of Love and will be joining the cast of TITS2, which starts in July. Also, it was said Him’s role is going to be quite significant. Nine years ago, aside from lead actors Francis Ng and Joe Ma, the S4 (Ron Ng, Bosco Wong, Kenneth Ma and Sammul Chan) gained much recognition and popularity and later went on developing a successful solo career. This time TVB arranges Him to be part of TITS2, the purpose is obviously to help him clean his public image. Him had always been seen as TVB's 'godson', and TITS2's producer Joe Chan admits Him is part of the cast. As to his role, it was will be announced later; Elena Kong is joins the cast as well.

Recently Ron Ng's fans were outraged by their idol's injustice, and attacked every discussion forum stating that TVB is demoting Ron. Producer Joe Chan is unsure of Ron's fans complaints, but he reassures fans, that Ron definitely has the leading role in TITS2 and takes up heavy screen time. He has not been demoted.

In regards to the Sales Presentation, where the initial TITS2 cast included Raymond Lam, Bosco Wong and Kate Tsui, the producer said the sales presentation casting is not official. Currently there are three lead actors Francis, Chilam and Ron; The lead actresses are Myolie Wu and Fala Chen. The cast is excellent.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Gigi Leung directs her first mini film, 1 person doing 3 jobs

Gigi Leung directs her first mini film Fortune Cookie (????), and has been invited by the Shanghai International Film Festival to participate in the 'Female Mini Film' project. Initially she was just the director and writer of the film, but she matches the female lead's nature from the story, so she portray her as well. First learning experience as a director, it was very laborious for Gigi, she's so busy she didn't even have the time to take a drink of water. However, she's really enjoys the process and feels satisfied. She invited several good friends to guest star in her mini film, including Yumiko Cheng, Ken Hung and Shaun Tam. Shaun also served as the photographer. Gigi plays the owner of a bakery and each day, she sees the different inside stories of her customers and investigates into life. Gigi is developing an interest for directing and hopes to have more directing opportunities. She has her husband's support as well. He makes Spanish omelettes for the crew to enjoy.


Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Fala Chen: How can I be a Big Sister?

Yesterday Fala Chen attended a RTHK event with Elanne Kong. Previously Fala messed up on her live singing performance on JSG, and this time she performs her song live once again, still appearing nervous, but she's still satisfied with the performance. She said: "I can still improve. Also, I have been taking lessons all long, there is no limit to learning." It was reported that Kay Tse signed a HK$2 million contract and joins her company Stars Shine to compete for the Big Sister position with her? Fala said: "How can I be qualified to compete for Big Sister? Behind Joyce Cheng and Elanne Kong, I am still a newcomer. In fact, it's not bad being a little sister, I'm still young."

It was rumored Fala's boyfriend, Neway Prince, Sit Sai Hung is the secret owner of Stars Shine, but Fala said that's an enormous misunderstanding. "I am just a small singer that TVB outsourced. Stars Shine's boss is very low-profile, I never even met him before."

Elanne appeared in a short dress, but when sitting down she carelessly reveals her white undies. When her colleague, below the stage, hinted for her to cover up, she quickly got up. Reporters teased she defeated Fala? She said: "No, her long dress is pretty too. (Rumored Kay is joining your company as Big Sister?) There isn't any Big Sister or anything in our company."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Kenneth Ma gets scolded by Bosco's fans for getting close to Myolie Wu

 

Yesterday Myolie Wu and Kenneth Ma were shooting a dating scene hand-in-hand for TVB new romantic series Seasons of Love in Tseung Kwan O. Myolie disclosed her boyfriend Bosco Wong recently got her a new car. she said: "He only paid for the down payment, I'm quite pleased. Its considered the biggest gift I got from him in history. (Why not tell him to pay for all of it?) These things, I have to pay for it myself to feel happy. (Give yourself to him as a return gift?) Wah! I have to think about it first!" Regarding to the recent rumor that she's forcing Bosco into marriage? She clarified: "No such thing. What you see on the magazines, just read it and move on. (Are you afraid of the rumor damaging your image?) They usually say the female forces the male into marriage, as long as the published photos look pretty, I'm fine."

As for Kenneth Ma, he hopes Bosco's fans can spare him, "Ive been getting yelled at by his fans because they all knew that I have a CPR scene with Myolie and they didn't want me to get near her. I just did the CPR scene using the camera angles, didn't actually kiss her. Luckily in this series, Myolie takes the initiative, otherwise there would be even bigger reactions."

Also on Weibo, Myolie posted a photo of her and Kenneth while filming and wrote: "I asked Kenneth why he didn't open a Weibo account? He answered: 'Someone told me if I don't reply to fans, they would scold me.' Fans, will you scold Kenneth?"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Kristal Tin collapses from a fortunate life

 

Recently Kristal Tin and her husband Chapman To have turned benevolent. When with friends, the couple just cannot leave the Buddhism topic and does not seem like they been through a high-spirited or arrogant period. In fact, this all started from the peak of Chapman's career, but then he suddenly collapses. Since then, the two had a clear picture of their needs and their religion taught them to put the past behind them.

Kristal debuted at ATV, and has never thought people would recognize her on the streets. Also, her other half made up top fast and unconsciously became disoriented. She said: "We can just randomly go to London and spend a large sum of money; We can own a car for maybe a few months and if we don't like it, we'll just get a new one. One time, within just one period, we changed cars 4 times! Although we had a lot of money and could buy a lot, but practically, we didn't feel like we had anything. So, actually in the last few years, we didn't live a happy life."

Watching her husband turn into a disheartened hero, he didn't even listen to the words that came from the woman sleeping besides him every night. At one point, Kristal thought of leaving him, but that thought didn't last long. Chapman's career collapse from its peak, Kristal just couldn't bear to give up on their love at this time. She eventually resorted to prayers and seeing Rinpoche, in hope Chapman could smoothly get through this difficult period. Unexpectedly, during this time, Kristal had some gains, she said: "Buddhism allowed me to grow spiritually, [strengthen] my wisdom and increase the religious practices. So, I went on with it and continued to learn! My husband is the same, we grew together though this period. If there wasn't this time period, then I think we would have gone crazy!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Ada Choi & Moses Chan part of the set for a HK$120 Tourist fee to take pictures

 

Ada Choi and Moses Chan are currently shooting in Hengdian for TVB new series Beauty at War. As there is a fee of 100RMB (HK$120) to tour the Hengdian World Studios and see the stars, nearly 50 tourists rushed in to see the artists filming from afar. However, the tourists eventually broke past the restricted line set by the crew and went up towards Ada and Moses for pictures. When Ada was busy being interviewed by the media, she pitifully became part of the set for tourists to take pictures and couldn’t make a sound.

Ada admitted after the hot broadcast of Empress in the Palace  (?????) in Mainland, she got a pay raise. Back then she was still carrying her, at the time, unborn daughter when shooting that drama. Ada laughed that her daughter Chor Yee brings good luck and since Chor Yee's still young, she's taking her everywhere she goes because she's afraid she won't have the chance once she starts school. Ada exposed her beloved daughter is very sticky, like a koala, she laughed: "Moses said there's a great possibly my daughter's going to be a martial artist or athlete when she grows up." When speaking of Mainland artists being too expensive? Ada said: "A price like that indicates the artist is very laborious. If there's a good script, then artists won't mind if there's a pay reduction."

Mainland Endorser sues Ada

Also it was said Ada and her endorsement company went to court in Mainland. Ada's manager expressed the hearing is still in the process: "Ada is not looking for compensation, but rather justice. Earlier we found on Weibo that the advertisement was still up after the contract expired. We already sent multiple warning letters to the company, but they didn't care and even sued Ada back for breaching the contract during her pregnancy. The contract did not say there would be a penalty if she's pregnant nor did it say Ada had to give a month advanced notice when she attend events. The boss of that company basically have no evidence to backup their claims."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Competing in Table Tennis, Louis Yuen Unexpectedly Defeats Ruco Chan

TVB new series "No Good Either Way" averaged 30 points and peaked at 32 points on its premiere. Yesterday, the series' leads, Ruco Chan and Louis Yuen, had a funny table tennis match. Louis laughingly said that [he] wanted to challenged former Hong Kong team member Ruco's ball skills, and even expressed that the losing party would have to donate blood or crawl under a table as a punishment. In the end. Louis' team won unexpectedly.

Before the match, Ruco and Louis used peaceful measures before using force by praising each other. Louis laughingly said that this match is like venturing in the mountains, knowing that there are tigers inside. He laughingly said, "I'm not good at playing ball games...best at sneezing, yawning, and chatting". Ruco frankly said that [he] hasn't practiced for seven or eight years. [Reporters] laughingly asked Louis whether there was a need for Ruco to throw the match. He said with complete confidence: "I don't need him to throw the match. I'll let him serve first. If play seriously, there would be no entertainment value because I would definitely not be able to match up to him". Louis expressed that the losing party was supposed to "leave the paddle, leave the ball, and leave underwear"; however, to avoid going overboard, it was changed to a doubles match. Ruco and Meini Cheung worked together, while Louis and Jason Chan were partners. The losing team would have to donate blood for charity. In the end, Louis' team blindly defeated the old master, winning unexpectedly.

Source: headlinedaily and wenweipo
Translated by: hyn5 @ ??? Fortunate City

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Ting Pui wears old clothes in honor of Bruce Lee

Raymond Chow Man Wai, Ting Pui, Choi Woo Ping, Nancy Sit Ka Yin, Anthony Lau Wing and Ip Chun two nights ago attended the documentary film THE BRILLIANT LIFE OF BRUCE LEE premiere.

Once linked to Bruce Lee, Ting Pui appeared in a cat design shirt that she wore in a photo with Bruce Lee 40 years ago. Watching a movie about Bruce Lee, Ting Pui admitted that she was reminded of a lot of memories. Ultimately when Bruce Lee passed away it was quite shocking. Over 40 years many criticized her but she overcame it. She even managed to become tolerant. She said ,"Now I got a gold coin! However I still have to thank the fans' support of Bruce Lee, his spirit will never die!"

Ting Pui also said that Bruce Lee has made many movies but they never had a chance to work together. However she always planned to publish a book about Bruce Lee. She talked about it for ten years but it was very hard to find someone who has the same idea as her to work with. Thus it was still in negotiation. She would not give up though as she continued to organize information about Bruce Lee. she hoped to spread his philosophy and Jeet Kune Do. If the book will be published, will she send a copy to Bruce Lee's wife and family? Ting Pui admitted that she will send one to Bruce Lee's daughter because when he passed away she was still very little. Ting Pui also said that after Bruce Lee's passing she suffered a lot, but she never thought about suicide. With all the negativity now, she hoped to bring Bruce Lee's spirit and experience to the next generation and the message of no one should give up on life.

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Tony Leung Ka Fai takes the summer off before promoting

Tony Leung Ka Fai two nights ago appeared on a now program. He said that he was on summer vacation. Originally he planned to travel but different events all around the world like earthquake and flooding in Taiwan. He said, "Actually as long as the family is together, anywhere is fine." He said that although he would be off until September, in August he might have to promote his two new films COLD WAR (HONG JIN) and TAI CHI 0. He was not afraid of that because he has always known promoting was tougher than performing.

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Miriam Yeung shows off her son online

Miriam Yeung Chin Wa who just gave birth to her son Torres earlier already returned home from the hospital. Chin Wa yesterday posted a close up shot her her son online. Torres' round face was just like his mother Chin Wa's, while his nose was like his father Real Ting Chi Ko's. Chin Wa also wrote, "I haven't been online for awhile. I am at home learning to be mother. Thank you all my friends for your well wishes and care. I am sorry I am unable to reply to each and every one. My life of recovery has begun. The would still hurt a little, but everyday when I see his face I forget all the pain. I am grateful and thankful."

Ting Chi Ko yesterday appeared on a radio interview and said that he was used to being a father. He helped with taking care of the baby but Chin Wa was responsible for the feeding. The maternity maid helped with bathing the baby. First time father Ting Chi Ko was still very excited and even said that having the baby was his greatest achievement. He would take two weeks off to be with his wife, then he would return to work. Although his son was just born, Ting Chi Ko already wanted to have a daughter. Yet it would depend on his wife and fate. The baby's Chinese name still has not named yet.

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao, on.cc
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Cherie Chung is willing to play a farm woman

Cherie Chung Chor Hung yesterday attended a jewelry store opening at Central. Hung Goo appeared in an over HK$5 million tiara and looked like a princess. Hung Goo however said that when she was little she did not imagine herself to be a princess. She joked that even if she was a princess she was a princess in distress.

Hung Goo yesterday attended with Claudie Chung Chun and her assistant. Did Hung Goo sign with her? She said that she was her friend and they were often in contact and met for dinner. Was she paving her way for a comeback? Hung Goo said that a film production would be too far off. Right now she did not deliberately think about it as she would let everything take its natural course. She was afraid that no one would watch her movies. Now very few scripts have been offered to her. If she was going to she would have a long time ago. If she had a good script would she turn it down? Hung Goo said that she would leave it up to fate. She did not think too far off, of course partners would also be very important.

Who would she like to work with? She said that she did not think about that nor did she dare to. She said, "Who would watch me?" Reporters said that she was very popular as she quickly had over 10,000 followers online. Hung Goo said, "It took around two weeks." Hung Goo also said that a movie about environmental protection might be able to move her. Even if she had to work the field she would not mind. Would she mind playing a mother? She said that she did not know how. She could take care of animals and plants, but children she was afraid would be hard to control.

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao, Singtao
Translated by: hktopten

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Calvin Poon protects Cecilia Cheung

The Calvin Poon Yuen Leung directed new film SHADOWS OF LOVE (YING JI OI YUN) has completed its production earlier. The director shared how he got along with actress Cecilia Cheung Pak Chi and Korean star Kwon Sang-Woo. Poon Yuen Leung said that at first he was very worried that he would have to handle many problems. "If the actors were not focused, then focusing on the shoot would be very hard. At the same time I worried about not being able to communicate with Kwon Sang-Woo, but actually it was easier to handle than I would imagine." The director pointed out that Kwon Sang-Woo did his job fully. Not only was his work attitude good, he was also able to give him the acting that he needed.

The other "time bomb" Cheung Pak Chi during the shoot ran into a marital crisis; the director said, "Both actors' schedules were dead set, as they were only able to give a little more than a month. The shoot was already very intense, but Pak Chi had to take three days off last minute. At the time I was worried, if she returned from vacation and still was unable to return to the production mood the entire production progress would be stymied. I appreciated her for after returning being able to do her job fully. In one scene she even amazed me. They argued and broke up, her performance was very focused. Pak Chi seemed to put her own thing into the role, the feeling made the movie even better."

Cheung Pak Chi's recent film box office has been lacking. Poon Yuen Leung protected her and said, "It's not Pak Chi's fault, mostly because viewers felt those movies were not their first choice. (Andrew) Lau Wai Keung, Shu Qi and Liu Ye's BEAUTIFUL LIFE also had a great team but its box office wasn't great."

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Nicholas Tse toils for 15 Years for solid fruit

For the 15th anniversary of the Hong Kong Hand Over, Xinhua News Agency earlier interviewed Nicholas Tse Ting Fung. This formerly rebellious and stubborn boy is now already a mature, wise and responsible man. However, as he said, show business "is not as glorious as everyone sees on the surface".

When Ting Fung first got into the business, when her performed people threw glow sticks at him. He said that he kept getting glow sticks and foul language thrown at him until around 20, jeers off the stage became silence then applause. "That was a very happy process, it wasn't like I succeeded as soon as I walked out."

Now performing more and more stunts in action films, Tse Ting Fung's health actually has always been poor. Due to the irregularity of show business operation and how demanding he has always been on himself, he often had to rely on sleeping pills to sleep. As soon as he started he has been on them for 12 years. The source of giving himself pressure, he who was always full of self confidence in front of others admitted, was from having suspicions and fear almost everyday. "Actually being in this business is very painful. You are under the watch of others every second of every minute. You have to evaluate anew every word you say, everything you do is magnified. It is miserable."

What upset Ting Fung the most was others' concern for his love life always overshadowed his hard work. "In recent years many people said to me, you worked very hard on THE VIRAL FACTOR (YIK JIN). Actually in my 15 year career my attitude has never changed. In the past you were always talking to me about who I was dating. Now you finally are willing to see Tse Ting Fung the person and his work."

15 years ago, Hong Kong film still had variety. Nowadays Tse Ting Fung expressed some regret, in particular his long beloved action film is in the midst of the generation gap. "So when you ask me why I am so stubborn when I make movies, why I insist on doing it myself, because there is no one to take the baton." He admitted that he did not come from a martial art background, he could only under the motivation of his dream tough it out with his spirit. "You can say I am not an action actor, you don't dare to say I am not an actor who risks his life. In my movies, I am the one who jumps from the 41st floor."

Ting Fung was asked about Hong Kong's changes over these 15 years. He thought for awhile and said mischievously, "This Earth has many more iPads! I feel Hong Kong is still good, it can still insist on many of its own style. You can buy what you want to buy, for travel and promotion it is great." He said that such a small place could still have certain influence on the entire world, relying on just its 7 million people it was considered decent. Yet without the Mainland it still would fail.

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Gigi Leung directs for the first time

The 2102 Shanghai Film Festival invited 4 women, Gigi Leung Wing Kei, Tian Yuan, Huang Yi and the film SOPHIE'S REVENGE director Eva Jin to each make a woman micro movie. The Gigi directed micro movie is called LUCKY COOKIE.

Last week, Gigi lead a team to a tea house on Tai Ping Shan Street in Sheung Wan to shoot LUCKY COOKIE. The entire family even came in support. Her husband Sergio brought her son Luna, Mother Leung and friend Valen Hsu (Hui Yu Won) to cheer her on. Sergio was on hand until the wrap, running around and bringing tea to his beloved wife. Luna was also very obedient and played with the team. It even demonstrated its Hand Hand trick and made everyone laugh, lightening the serious work environment a little.

Gigi originally was worried that she would be distracted, thus she only planned to write and direct. Later after finishing the script her friends thought she could not be more suitable for the role. After further consideration she decided to perform. In addition, Gigi's junior colleague Shaun Tam Chun Yin due to his love for photography also became one of the film's actors and even the photographer. Other actors included Yumiko Cheng Hei Yi, Ken Hung Cheuk Lap and Hotcha's Crystal. Their performance would made the first time micro movie director Gigi very satisfied.

In the film Gigi played a cookie shop boss. The story revolved around this boss' countless encounters. Aside from selling cookies that made her customers happy but also building relationships with them. Whenever she saw a customer in trouble, she would put notes inside the cookies as encouragement and resolution for customers. The entire film displayed the concern between people. Crystal in the film played a girl who dreamt of stardom, Hung Cheuk Pa played a shy guy who wanted to meet a girl. They were portraits of young people's lives now. Tam Chun Yin and Yumiko played a couple who always argued. Boss Gigi resolved their dispute for them. On the day of the shoot, Yumiko was very happy with a floral arrangement. she was completely different from the always arguing look in the film. Hung Cheuk Lap before places often took photos from the side to save valuable memories from this performance.

Source: Singtao
Translated by: hktopten

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Jessica C tests her physical limits

Jessica C. worked for the first time with Jaycee Chan (Fong Cho Ming), Vivian dawson (Kam Wing), Xia Yu and others on the comedy action film DOUBLE TROUBLE (BO DOH SEUNG HUNG) and admitted the she fell in love with action film. She said that in one scene when she was dangling from the ceiling, she was reminded of Tom Cruise in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE. The more she performed the more alive she felt. Even if she was dangling all night she had no complain, as if she has become the female Tom Cruise.

Jessica C. fortunately had long limbs so when she shot this ceiling scene she was able to handle it. In the story she stole a secret file, in order to avoid the guards she could only become spider woman and dangle on the ceiling. Jessica C used her long limbs to "prop" herself on the ceiling while acting. She excitedly said, "The director and the Jackie Chan Stuntman Association have taken all the safety precaution, with mats on the ground. I also wore wires so I performed with ease. I tried to extend my arms and legs as much as they could and stuck to the wall tightly. The feeling was very interesting, this stunt reminded me of Tom Cruise being dangled in mid air in MISSION IMPOSSIBLE. Although every time we shot in the ceiling, we could not take too long because the arms and the legs would easily get numb. I fell several times, it was like a physical training."

Fong Cho Ming and Jessica C both had a series of stunts in the film. They both had their physical limits tested, but Cho Ming also had to eat dirt.

Cho Ming said, "This scene truly was an endless chase and an endless fight, trying to get you killed. In one chase scenes on a construction site, I even had to jump from four floors up into a pile of white dirt. Every time I ended up with a mouthful of dirt. For this scene I don't know how much dirt I swallowed, my mouth felt like I was taking medicated powder. It was very hard to take."

Source: Takungpao, on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

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Tavia Yeung: Not capable of buying a home to cohabit with Him Law

Tavia Yeung, Michael Tse and Sharon Chan were shooting in West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade for TVB new series Justice Pursuit & Attack. The scene was about Tavia and Michael participating in a charity hugging competition, and under the bitter heat, the two had to embrace tightly. Michael joked he got soaked from all the hugging. Asked if Tavia is good to hug? He teased: "Yes, her belly fat supports my abdomen's 5th and 6th pack!" Tavia refuted: "It's your belly fat that is supporting my muscular abdomen! Stop speaking nonsense, otherwise people might think your sexually harassing me." Michael said: "How is belly fat sexual harassment?"

It was reported that Tavia bought a new home and is cohabiting with rumored boyfriend Him Law? Tavia denied that she bought a home, and said she isn't capable of buying a home with cash. She's paying mortgage on her current home and she isn't cohabiting with Him. She said: "He should give me money to spend. However, I only can take a man's money after marriage. I am still looking for a partner." Him isn't your partner? Tavia did not answer the question, but said her career is the priority. Asked if she's single? She ignored the question and said when she was young, she promised to marry her mother.

Sharon wants to hug the cat she had for 10 years the most. It was rumored she's diagnosed with lupus (SLE)? She denied: "I had acute kidney inflammation before, but have already recovered. I'm still keeping up with getting a blood test done every two months and see if there are any changes. I have to watch my diet and can't drink. My mom cooks for me and I get appropriate amount of physical activity. My current health is even stronger than the Queens of Diamonds & Hearts period, I don't even get the flu."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Ruco Chan suggests stripping to celebrate high ratings

Ruco Chan, Natalie Tong, Louis Yuen, Q Bobo and the rest of the cast of TVB new series No Good Either Way gathered to enjoy the series premiere. Aside from singing the theme song, in the series Ruco, Louis and Q Bobo goes on a topless run on the streets. When asked how they'll celebrate if there are high ratings? Ruco said: "I have a topless scene in the series, and we're always stripping, just like The Full Monty, doing a reality show. Louis lost 10 pounds for the series, and is very fit, but Q Bobo will first have shave off his hair." It was rumored Ruco and Alice Chan already had a grudge back when they were still with ATV, and are still on bad-terms after joining TVB? Ruco denied: "As soon as the series came out, there are news. We are not on bad-terms at all." He expressed he and Alice collaborated before in ATV: "Earlier she wasn't in HK after she got married, so we rarely see each other or talk. In the past, we were always on the phone, and now I see her more at the company. I just laughed off the rumor."

The other night, Natalie fell ill and lost her voice. Currently shooting new series Detective Columbo, she will have to first just shoot the lighter scenes to avoid affecting her recovery. She is actively looking for a treatment: "I've been sick for several weeks and not recovering. This time, my role is always crying, screaming and getting beat. It is the most difficult role that I've done so far. I don't want to hold everyone up. I plan to ask Tavia Yeung for advice on how to treat voice lost." She frankly expressed she has been too into character and is feeling down. "I feel really down after reading the script and just feel unhappy. When I'm at work, I can't speak and have a black face. My family is frightened."

It was exposed that when Natalie was shooting her mad crying scenes, she had the same 'long snot' coming out as Stephen Chow in King of Comedy ('Long Snot' Photo Here). Natalie said awkwardly: "So ugly! No one told me about the snot. If I knew earlier, I would definitely ask to shoot the scene again. I'm afraid when the series airs, people will just pay attention to the snot and think it's a comedy."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Charmaine Sheh indirectly bashes Myolie Wu: I can buy a 10million home just by shooting 1 Mainland drama

Yesterday China, Hong Kong and Taiwan artists gathered at the star-studded The 18th Shanghai Television Festival (STVF) opening ceremony. Rumored couple Charmaine Sheh and Kevin Cheng were present along with Ada Choi, Christine Ng and TVB Siu Sang & FaDans Bosco Wong, Myolie Wu and Moses Chan. Ada recently got her pay raised to 20K RMB per episode for her participation in Zhenhuan Zhuan (???) and is the top paid among the HK actresses. Charmaine isn't weak either, as she disclosed her pay is comparable. She also indirectly bashes Myolie Wu, who recently purchased a HK$10 million luxury home after shooting just two Mainland dramas. Charmaine said: "I just have to shoot one drama and I can buy it!" As for Kevin Cheng, who has pocketed 30 million RMB just within 6 months of working in Mainland, Virgina reveals he plans to buy 3 Shatins.

Ada Choi's popularity in Mainland rapidly rises

After Zhenhuan Zhuan (???), Ada's popularity in Mainland rapidly rises, and it was rumored her salary went up to 20K RMB per episode, 15K more than Charmaine. However, Charmaine is recently shooting Marry Into Wealthy Family (????), it was also said her pay surpasses 20K? She smiled and did not deny: "That's good." Then she adds: "I don't know what others are making, it's just too tiring to make comparisons. As for my salary has always been changing. It's best that we are make money, salaries are business secrets." When speaking of Myolie recently buying a HK$10 million luxury home just after shooting two Mainland dramas? How many does Charmaine have to shoot to buy one herself? Charmaine boasted: "Just one! But of course I have to see if it fits my goals. I want to buy a home too, but the current housing prices aren't worth it."

Myolie Wu buys HK$10 million dream home

Couple Myolie Wu and Bosco Wong attended STVF together, and jointly expressed they haven't really seen each other because of their busy work schedules. Since last year until now, Myolie has already done 4 Mainland dramas, and was described by Virgina Lok that she's currently the highest paid TVB actress? Myolie said: "If I get paid any higher, then no one would want me. I am currently very pleased with my salary. In fact, each series pays differently. If the crew and co-stars are people I want to collaborate with, then a flat rate is all worth it." Is she paid 20K RMB per episode? She laughed: "I don't dare to comment too much on the money, but I'm very happy. Two Mainland series, and I can already buy my HK$10 million ideal luxury home. Now I can live closer to my family." Is Myolie planning to cohabit with Bosco? She stressed she lives with her 8 cats and sister. Bosco denied he's buying a diamond ring to propose to Myolie because his career is still the priority now.

Charmaine and Kevin were both at STVF promoting for their latest Mainland dramas Marry Into Wealthy Family (????) and Love And Passion (???????) respectively. Because they appeared at different times, the rumored couple never got to meet. Charmaine said: "This is such a big event, I haven't seen him around, but it's so rare I saw Bobby (Au-Yeung), I have more fate with him!" She expressed her current love life is completely empty, asked if she has any pursuers? She laughed and said she must say yes. Has she thought of marrying into a wealthy family? She said: "I don't mind whether if I marry into wealthy family or not, the most important is happiness." It was rumored she's going to guest star in Beauty at War? Charmaine said: "TVB hasn't approached me. I wasn't able to participate earlier due to the schedule conflicts, such a pity. I bumped into Jonathan Chik in Hengdian, and we had dinner together."

Virgina Lok: Kevin plans to buy 3 Shatins

It was said Kevin Cheng's salary in Mainland is 25K per episode, when asked about Bosco Wong exposing his salary is close to 20K? Kevin heard the question wrong and said: "He gets 20K too? I don't know how much he earns, but if he really does get 20K, then he should treat me." In regards to Virgina Lok exposing: "Kevin's current goal is to buy 3 Shatins." Kevin jokingly complained: "Boss, it's a dream. I hope to give one to my mother, my future children and one to rent out. This way, my future children can have a place to live, I'm still working on it."

Reporters mentioned Charmaine also was at STVF, have they met? Kevin: "We'll chat if we meet, but not a dinner. Too many paparazzi here. I'm not afraid of rumors, just want to avoid unnecessary news." He is shooting long-term in Mainland, asked if he'll find a Mainland girlfriend? He continued his 'theory': "In 'dreams' yes, but 'dreams' could be anything!"

Ada, Moses, Kenny Wong and Christine Ng appeared at STVF to promote for TVB series Beauty at War. The crew is currently shooting in Hengdian, Ada took her daughter with her on the trip, convenient for her to look after her.

Moses' coffee gets everyone rushing to the restroom

When asked about her rumored 20K RMB per episode? She laughed and did not comment. Moses, standing besides her, teased that she's most popular. Aside from shooting, Moses also makes coffee for the crew. Moses laughed and said yesterday morning after he brew a special coffee for everyone to try, they all rushed to find the restroom. Ada said his coffee is diuretic.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Andy need to improve his baby carrying skill

According to reports in Hong Kong, as per his usual low profile practice, Andy Lau insist not to expose the looks of his daughter. In his recent fan club anniversary gathering, he only showed the little hand of his daughter.

With his promotion to father, after one month of training, he should be an expert in handling a baby. However, recently in a photo where he carry the baby of Albert Au Wing Kuen, it can be seen that he hold the baby too tight which made the baby uncomfortable, thus it seems that he still need to improve his carrying baby skills.

Meanwhile in the latest issue of East Weekly, it was reported that Andy wished for a peaceful family, other than donating HK$10 million to Kaohsiung Foguang Shan Temple, seizing the chance of his daughter’s first month, he made re-prints to the Buddhist narrative CD “Resolving Temptation Reminders” (literally translated) which he appeared on the CD sleeve with a monk look, he recorded in August 1999 using his monastic title “Hui Guo”.

The CDs will be distributed to fellow person in destiny thus accumulating blessing for his daughter.

Part 1 of the CD




Part 2 of the CD




Source: ent.QQ.com, ent.sina.com, Ming Pao, udn.com
Translated by: AndyLauSounds

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[NEWS] Jang Geun Seuk gives a total of 36 million won worth of gift certificates to Love Rain staff and crew

Asia's Prince Jang Geun Seuk not only proves to be a good actor and singer but also a person with a big heart. It has been reported on the 11th of June that Jang Geun Seuk gave a generous gift to the staff and crew of the drama "Love Rain" whereas this drama just recently finished airing it's last episode.

Jang Geun Seuk spent over 36 million won to give all 120 crews and on-site staff a department store gift certificate and not only that but he also gave them a signed and handwritten card with a message of appreciation to the staff who worked with him from the beginning till end of the drama. He sure made the staff happy and also impressed the netizens with his generosity.

Source: Nate
Written by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net

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[NEWS] Album cover for 2PM + 2AM’s ‘One Day’ revealed

The brother group, 2PM and 2AM will be forming a unit group ‘One Day’!

Both 2PM and 2AM will come together to form the unit group ‘2PM + 2AM, Oneday’ to sing the OST of their upcoming documentary film ‘Beyond The Oneday: Story of 2PM & 2AM’ scheduled to be released on June 30th.

This new song is expected to be an uptempo track, with a good combination of the vocals of 2AM and the dance skills of 2PM. The new single will be released on July 4th and the album cover has now been revealed.

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[PICTURE] After School releases comeback teaser image of Lizzy

Following the release of their group image teaser which signaled their much-awaited Korean comeback, After School has just unveiled the individual photo teaser of Lizzy for 5th maxi single “Flashback.”

In a complete 180-degree transformation, Lizzy threw off her usual cute girly image and showed off her shockingly sexy beauty.

After School’s 5th maxi single “Flashback” will be released on June 21st. Although leader Kahi, who is set to graduate from the group is not featured, this new single will mark new member Gaeun’s debut in the group.

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[NEWS] IU becomes a troublemaker for her Real Fantasy concert

IU's recent sexy transformation has become a popular topic among netizens. Recently, a couple of fan taken photo's of IU performing on her first solo concert "Real Fantasy" surfaced on various online websites and showed a special stage performance of IU.

For her concert, IU did not only perform her hit songs but she also did special stages and performed Black Eyed Peas' Boom Boom Pow, Rainism and Dangerous by Michael Jackson, but what caught the attention of netizens the most is IU's transformation into Hyuna for a Troublemaker performance. Netizens commented, "IU daebak! She's amazing", "her sexy transformation is amazing", "Such a lucky male dancer".

Source: Nate
Written by: blueprincess824 @ dkpopnews.net

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[VIDEO] Teen Top released practice video for To You!

Check out the practice video of Teen Top's latest hit song To You!

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Ekin Cheng: Marry Yoyo Mung before Dooms Day

 Charlene Choi (Ah Sa), Ekin Cheng and Joyce Cheng attended the promotional event for their new film My Sassy Hubby (My Wife Is 18 sequel). Recently it has been rumored again that Ekin is planning to marry girlfriend Yoyo Mung in January 2013. However, Ekin denied and said the date is wrong. He disclosed he'll be married before Dooms Day, apparently implying that he plans for marriage within this year.

Ex-girlfriend Gigi Leung publicly congratulated him on the rumored marriage, and expressed she hopes to see him married soon. Ekin laughed: "I hope so too, but I'm not getting married. Wait until I actually do get marry, then congratulate me again." He also said he hasn't been pressured by the rumor, "Frequently mentioning it will spoil plans. I have plans? No, I just don't want people to think I'm trying to get publicity." Asked when he's going to get married then? Ekin said: "Before Dooms Day, I'll let everyone know. (Dooms Day is on December 21st, are you implying you'll be married within this year?) Dec 21st is not Dooms Day." Asked if he wants his marriage to be in HK or overseas? He said its a different world now. Ekin's manager expressed Ekin won't have time for marriage until next year because there are a lot of schedule conflicts.

Ah Sa said she just went through a divorce and won't be getting married again that fast. She also expressed the last time she collaborated with Ekin in My Wife is 18 was 10 years ago and in between they rarely kept in touch, but collaborating again this time really does feel like they have lived together for 10 years.

Joyce appeared at the promotion exposing her career line, she laughed and said My Sassy Hubby is the first film where she got the most screen time, so it's a grand occasion for her. Asked about Father's Day? She hasn't thought of how she would celebrate with her father Adam Cheng nor does she has any idea on what gift to get him.


Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Jacky Cheung claims he's an 'out of date' Heavenly King

Jacky Cheung, Eric Tsang, Michael Miu and his wife Jamie Chik, Angela Tong, and Janet Chow attended the film premiere of Din Tao: Leader of the Parade.

Jacky is currently on break after completing his concert and in the meantime, does not intend to accept any new films. He plans to spend time with his two daughters during their summer vacation and teach them tennis. When speaking of Andy Lau refusing to expose his daughter's appearance, but Jacky and Andy are both Heavenly Kings, does he get to see Andy's daughter? Jacky modestly said: "I'm a Heavenly King, but with "out-of-date" in front of it." Is Jacky still the God of Songs? He laughed: "There are many God of Songs nowadays, all over the streets."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Andy Lau triple happiness, celebrates FanClub 24th Anniversary & Daughter's 1 month

Andy Lau celebrated the 24th anniversary of his fan club "Andy World Club" (AWC618.com) with fans on June 9th. New father Andy also celebrates his daughter's 1 month birthday. That night, it was 'triple happiness' - Andy World Club's anniversary, Andy's daughter 1 month birthday and Andy's father's birthday. Yesterday Andy wrote on Weibo: "Because I have this family, Love is all around, because I have all of you for 24 years." At the celebration, there was a large photo of the family of 3, but only their hands.


Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Ella Koon gets frightened, don't dare get married

Ella Koon's younger sister beats her in getting married before her. The wedding reception was held a few days ago, Ella said: "My sister is 8 years younger than me, I was crying at the wedding because I felt unwilling to part from her. My sister also cried along with me." At the event, Ella was asked when it's her turn by the elders in her family. She laughed and said she answered this question a million times. Since she just switched to a new record company, she hopes to focus on her work and still has no plans for marriage. "Weddings take up the whole day, it's so difficult, I'm frightened by it, and don't dare to marry."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Natalie Tong bashes 'Master of Play' being too serious

Yesterday Natalie Tong, Louis Yuen, Jason Chan, Ruco Chan and the rest of the cast of TVB new series No Good Either Way took part in the promotional event. Natalie expressed a few days ago when she was shooting for Detective Columbo, she was running a fever and barely got through the action scene, she said: "I had a scene where I was constantly screaming and fighting. I got some bruises on my arms and legs and didn't expect after a few days, I would lose my voice too! Initially I was going to just go to work anyway despite being sick, but the director heard my hoarse voice, so he told me to go home to rest." Although Natalie's sick, she still insisted on wearing 5 inch heels to play the balance beam game. However, she had a slight 'career line' cleavage during the game due to her dress sliding down. She almost exposed herself.

Asked if she has confidence on her new series replacing House of Harmony and Vengeance? Natalie said: "I have confidence! We have 'housewife killer' Ruco Chan and fan-attracting Jason Chan in the series. Also, Master of Play is such a serious drama, [our series] No Good Either Way is very light-hearted. There's a balance!"

Yesterday morning TVB broadcast Euro 2012: Holland vs Denmark. Before the game started, TVB host Nat Chan and nowTV host Hacken Lee had a conversation over the air and TVB generously allowed the clip to broadcast on their channel. However, aside from Hacken, no other nowTV hosts spoke. That morning, Louis was also live at the scene, he expressed yesterday at the promotion: "This never happened before! It's pretty good that both TVB and nowTV can collaborate for the first time, it's a good start. News Media should work hand-in-hand to conduct a MTV awards ceremony, that would be more representative and credible."

For the new series, Louis sings the theme song with Ruco Chan and Q Bobo, he expressed the NG clips will be uploaded online to share with audience.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Miriam Yeung Holding Good-looking Baby Revealed

Miriam Yeung and Real Ting's son is finally revealed for the first time! Since giving birth, Miriam has been low-key, and had secretly discharged from the hospital with loving son. Proud father, Real, could not hide his joy and had especially posted a warm picture of the family of three on Weibo to share with netizens, and excitingly wrote: "The world of three finally begins!" Miriam, with a light layer of makeup on, looked as lively as ever. The baby's appearance was also quite adorable...handsome five facial features just like parents!

FYI: Miriam gave birth to a baby boy on June 5th, 2012, weighing at 7 pounds and 5 ounces. They had named the baby ?Torres?, after the Spanish soccer player Fernando Torres because both baby Torres and Fernando are handsome. Torres has also been given the nickname ?RMB? meaning 'Real and Miriam's Baby'.

Source: the-sun and Weibo
Translated by: hyn5 @ ??? Fortunate City

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