Infinite L confirmed for new drama?

Will Infinite’s L be taking another challenge with acting again.

According to a broadcast representative, Infinite’s L is a strong candidate to be casted in MBC’s daily sitcom, ‘Just What is Mom’ (tentative name).

L showed an enthusiastic performance through his role as Lee Hyunsoo, who had chic charms and was in charge of the second guitar in tvN’s ‘Shut Up! Flower Boy Band’ in January.

Also, Kim Byungman received the request of being casted in ‘Just What is Mom’ and is in the middle of reviewing his role positively, and it has also been informed that Goo Jamyung is a strong candidate to be casted as well, garnering anticipation.

Meanwhile, MBC’s sitcom, ‘Just What is Mom’ will be the follow-up production for ‘Standby’ and will be airing its first episode on October 8th.


trans. cr; hyejin @ infinite updates | source cr; tv daily ; take out with full credits

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Haeundae Lover's Writer feels regretful towards T-ara's agency

Haeundae Lovers's Writer opened up about Haeundae Lover's Soyeon on the morning of the 24th, expressing her thoughts about the T-ara situation:

She said, "speaking about Soyeon is a very sensitive matter" "I've not seen Soyeon before. It seems like it was T-ara's agency which allowed things to become like this"

She continued, "The company should, in line with what the public and citizens want, give an explanation about the issue" "Eunjung left her drama recently, and the requests for the other members to leave are also continuing endlesslessly, it is like they are digging their own graves. I feel very regretful about their company"

About the requests for Soyeon to leave Haeundae Lovers, "Soyeon is not a main character but a supporting character" "Filming already began before the T-ara issue, if she were to leave, we would have to re-film which is not easy" "Soyeon began filming before the T-ara issue" "At that time we did not expect there to be such a conflict"

"The Tablo incident also happened before, and I felt very saddened about it" "Same about Soyeon. Even after the debate, there is no way to accurately know the reasons, we can't just let her leave the drama. I thought the agency would come up with sensible measures, but to let the incident grow large like this, it is not possible to not have any thoughts of complaints."

"Disregarding the truth or falsity of the T-ara debate, I hope that they can take this opportunity and become even more united. Personally, I also have worries as to whether T-ara will disband because of this" "When I do sports, I also gain energy from listening to T-ara's songs"

She cautiously said, "Soyeon was in a traffic accident not long ago, and I know there appeared rumours claiming that the accident was fake, the situation is really serious" "For me, I want to protect those who appear in my work, the cast and crew who have worked hard"

Translated by @kckclalala via Chinese translations from TCN
Original Article: http://news.nate.com.../20120824n13732

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Why did Hyuna cry?

Hyunah could not stop her tears while confessing her feelings towards her groupmates.

In the latest episode of 4minute's Travel Maker, 4minute shared their innermost feelings with each other. Hyunah revealed her thoughts on her group, "I'm very proud of 4minute. No matter how others criticize us, I believe all five of us are amazing individuals." Hyunah began to tear up as she continued on, "I think we're all irreplaceable. Just like when Gayoon-unnie was sick or when I was sick, we were all so worried and we found it hard to continue on even with four other members."

In an attempt to hide her tears, Hyunah put on her sunglasses, but when her tears fell even harder, she added, "I don't know why I can't stop crying like this."

She continued to profess, "Don't get sick and weary, guys. Let's hold on and keep going with one heart and one goal, just like we are now."

Seeing Hyunah's teary confession, the other members could not hold back their tears as well.

4minute maknae Sohyun also revealed, "I want 4minute to stay together forever, but if it doesn't work out the way we want it to, I hope we'll still be close. I want us to live in the same area or even the same building, and we can always meet up and see each other often. I don't want us to ever drift apart."

Viewers who saw 4minute's touching confessions left comments such as, "She seems to be really close with her members", "They all care for each other so much", and "Hyunah's tears seem very genuine."

Source: Daum
Translating + Editing + Reporting: applemango @ 4-minute.com

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Big Bang performed Fantastic Baby on Music Station!

Big Bang performed the Japanese version of "Fantastic Baby" on Music Station,check out their fierce performance below!

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Nicole's adorable selca!

KARA's Nicole tweets a new selca on 24th August. 

She mentioned,"Are you watching Music Bank"?KARA made their comeback on KBS Music Bank on 24th with their new song "Pandora".

 Nicole is seen posing cutely in the photo above,showing her eye smile wearing the outfit for "Miss You" performance. Like her new selca?

Photo Source: Nicole's Twitter

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KARA's Pandora performance on Music Bank MR Removed!

Check out the MR removed clip of KARA's Pandora performance on Music Bank.

What do you think of their singing ability,how many points out of 10?

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Paris Hilton shares a photo from Kim Jang Hoon’s MV set

As reported earlier, singer and activist Kim Jang Hoon has recruited heiress Paris Hilton for his new music video. On August 24, Paris Hilton teased the fans with a photo taken from MV set.

The sexy singer tweeted, “On set shooting with Kim Jang Hoon. Such a nice guy! Love #Korea”, along the photo of the two stars having some lovey-dovey moment at the shores of Malibu.

The music video will be filmed in both 2D and 3D versions. The best Hollywood movie staff members will join to help shooting 3-D and for special effects. The agency spent about 1.5 billion won [$1.3 million] on the production and promised to create an unparalleled in Korean music videos.

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Big Bang’s Seungri donates 100 sacks of rice to hometown

Big Bang’s Seungri has impressed the public with his generosity.

According to the district of Gwangsan on August 23, Seungri shared his idea with his father, Lee Yeon Jin, on August 20 and decided to donate 100 sacks of white rice to the private and public welfare solidarity network of Gwangsan-gu called “Together Gwangsan.”

Though the group Big Bang has made charitable donations in the past, this was the first time for the youngest member to make a donation under his own name.

Seungri’s father spoke on behalf of his son, “Starting with this donation, Seungri will be on donating activity every year, regularly.”

A ceremony to pass on the rice will be held August 24th at 4PM at the Gwangsan Ward Office. Due to his activities abroad, Seungri will not be present. The rice will be distributed to senior citizens and others in need.


Source: KBS

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SHINee reveals Minho’s teaser for “Dazzling Girl”

SHINee is prepping up to make their Japanese comeback with a brand new single “Dazzling Girl”. After releasing Taemin an Key’s teaser, the third teaser photo has been unveiled featuring Minho.

Similar to previously revealed photos, the new photo features a black and white concept and showcases Minho, looking charismatic and sexy in his black and unique outfit.

Japan’s top active creators have gathered together for SHINee new single. Stylist Yuki Wantanabe and world acclaimed fashion designer Keita Maruyama participated in the single’s jacket covers to notch up the glamour factor of SHINee members.

Set to hit the stores on October 10th, the new single will include two new songs including the title track “Dazzling Girl” and “Run With Me”

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Susan Shaw blatantly steals Dada Chen's spotlight

DaDa Chen Jing and Susan Shaw Yam Yam two nights ago put on their costumes and promoted their film VULGARIA (DAI JOOK HEI KET) in Mongkok. DaDa appeared in a low cut look, while Yam Yam nont oly put on the evening gown from the film in which Ronald Cheng Chung Kei touched her chest but also a tall nostalgic hairstyle. They gave away popping candy, fans and tee shirts on the streets as the crowd fought for them.

Shaw Yam Yam said that earlier she agreed to appear for audience appreciation when the box office got close to HK$20 million. Thus last night she dressed up. "This head (wig) is very hot and heavy, luckily the typhoon hasn't arrived yet. Otherwise, I would be blown left and right."

Yam Yam said that this was her first promotion in Mongkok. How did it feel? She said, "I am very happy. In this lifetime I haven't had so many people staring at me. When I stood next to DaDa, usually others would start at DaDa. However this time everyone was staring at my head, I beat DaDa."

DaDa said, she felt very happy to learn about the ideal box office performance. Speaking of the director treating the crew to a vacation, DaDa said that she wanted to go to Japan and even to an audience appreciation in Australia because the film will be released there. Was DaDa worried about being taken advantage of during the gift distribution? She said, "No, I think everyone wants candy more. I am very 'vulgar'. If you try anything I would slap you."

In addition, Yam Yam said that because she will have to work on a film in Yunnan, she might not be able to attend the Tokyo Film Festival with the team. She had no regret, though, the most important was the award.

Speaking of awards, DaDa said that the director will decide whether it will be nominated. She did not hold out much hope, ultimately she was a new comer. Will she wear a bikini to Mongkok for audience appreciation if the box office reached 30 million? She said, "That is too lame. This time I am giving, next time with 30 million I will feed (candy)." Yam Yam said, "I believe the audience would like to be fed, it would be sweet for a lifetime."

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao, on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

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Anne Heung to make a comeback in TV series

Anne Heung left showbiz four years ago to work for the company owned by Loretta Chu's husband in Shanghai. There is news that Anne resigned from her position in the company. [Apple Daily] contacted Anne in Shanghai yesterday and chatted about her next steps.

Anne said she learned a lot in the last several years, and really want to thank her two bosses. However, she really hopes to have her own career, therefore she and a friend from HK are planning to start a company, specializing in helping Mainland clients plan their weddings overseas. She will invest 6 figures into this company. She also said she signed with a new management and will make a comeback in TV series. Her boss, Loretta Chu, greatly supports her decision.

In fact, Anne's two TVB series The Legend of Lady Yang and Love is Beautiful were quite a hit in Mainland, and in the last two years many people have been asking her to shoot TV series or stage plays. Since acting is still one of her interests, she decided to work simultaneously on her business and go back into acting. She said her manager is discussing her future jobs in showbiz; it is estimated that she'll make her comeback at the end of the year, but she's focusing in Mainland. When asked if she'll come back and shoot TV series in Hong Kong? Anne said she enjoyed working with Marianne Chan, Gigi Lai, Wayne Lai and everyone else back then, and really does hope to have the opportunity to work with them again.

Source: Apple Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Chilam Cheung invites Sandra Ng to guest star in TITS2

Sandra Ng and Chilam Cheung attended McDonald's I'm Amazing campaign charity event. The campaign is for children to design their dream store. Sandra's daughter and Chilam's son Mortan Cheung designs were part of the charity auction. Sandra's daughter is going to first grade soon, but this summer, Sandra didn't put her in any interest or tutoring classes. She played with her daughter for a full 2 months and joked it's even more tiring than shooting movies. Sandra laughed that being "Mommy" is actually the hardest job.

Chilam is currently shooting Triumph in the Skies II and feels he's having good luck. He's not sure if TVB changed their policies, but after two days of shooting, the crew takes a day off and the shooting process isn't rushed at all. This time around, Chilam feels its very comfortable and relaxing. Sandra joked its probably because the producer cut Chilam's screen time. Chilam suggested Sandra can guest star in the series if she has time. He said: "OK, there is improvement, the pay is good too." Sandra laughed: "No wonder everyone is saying they want to go back (to TVB)."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Pierre Ngo plans to be married in December; Hopes 'Rosy Business 3' actually happens

Wayne Lai, Kent Cheng, Pierre Ngo, Natalie Tong, Janet Chow and Vivien Yeo attended TVB new series King Maker promotional event. It was reported Pierre is planning to marry his girlfriend in Canada this September. Yesterday Pierre explained he's going to Canada for a stage performance in September, but his girlfriend is accompanying him on the trip to visit her parents and talk about the marriage. Pierre said: "We've been dating for 12 years, and have plans to tie the knot in December. (So rushed to get married, she's pregnant?) I wish, but no she's not pregnant. We are in a stabled relationship, and already agreed to keep our marriage low-key. We won't be holding a wedding banquet, just a simple dinner with family and friends (Will your parents be going to Canada too?) No, they are getting old." It was rumored Rosy Business III is starting in March next year, Pierre hoped the news is true too and will leave everything to TVB.

When asked about the average ratings for King Makers? Wayne said: "Last week's ratings were really just average because there hasn't been much happening in the story, but it will later start getting exciting. I hope the ratings will go back up by then."

In regards to the rumored Rosy Business III, will Wayne and Sheren Tang have the opportunity to work together again? Wayne admitted he did hear about the news that the series is going to start shooting next year. In the meantime, he'll be shooting a modern series in November first. Wayne expressed he knows a lot of people are anticipating to see the Rosy Business franchise and he also hopes the third installment will really happen as well. Whether if it's going to be the original cast or not, we will have to wait until next year to find out. Will you help call Sheren Tang back to participate in the series? Wayne laughed: "I'm not qualified to do that. Of course I do hope to work with her again, and whenever I have time now, I watch the re-runs of Rosy Business. I've discovered there were at least 12 commercials during the breaks, which is just as many as during the prime time hours. I have to ask TVB to give me some commission."

[Oriental Daily] contracted producer Lee Tim Shing to ask about the Rosy Business third installment. He said over the phone: "It's made up! I am planning to start a new series in February next year and do plan to cast Wayne Lai, but not Sheren Tang! If I were to choose a female lead, I would choose a newcomer, I'm considering JJ Jia or Christine Kuo! (Retiring?) This year I'm retiring, but I promised TVB that starting next year, I'll shoot one series per year. TVB said they wanted to start one in February, their really trying to rip me off!"

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

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Andy Lau gets more excited the busier he gets

The Andy Lau Tak Wa, Zhang Jingchu, Lin Chiling, Tong Dawei starred treasure hunt film SWITCH (FUCHUN SAN GUI TOH) will be released on November 8 in Hong Kong. In the film Lau Tak Wa played a stylish special agent and his individual still was unveiled earlier. In the film he appeared in many costumes, a blue and mature look, a white gentleman tuxedo look, a tough tank top look, and sunglasses special agent look among others. All brought a light to people's eyes. In one photo he and Lin Chiling had a romantic toast.

Lau Tak Wa said that the production made him very excited. For the workaholic, during the shoot he often had to rush from one location to another and shoot right away. When he was working in Dubai he had rides to different locations. Due to the tight schedule he needed to change inside the vehicle. When he arrived at the next location he was able to go to work right away. Such an intense production process made him feel very fulfilled, as if he has returned to the 80s Hong Kong film production pace.

In the film Lau Tak Wa had many looks. He said that the movie enabled him to played many different looks and worked in many different nations. Thus he was it was a super value. As for working with Lin Chiling in the film, he said that Chiling was very friendly. The entire team liked to work with her, thus being able to work with her was an absolute joy.

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Andy Lau, Aaron Kwok and Tony Leung Ka Fai vie for attention

The film COLD WAR (HONG JIN) will be released on October 18. The poster that featured hunks like Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, Andy Lau Tak Wa, Tony Leung Ka Fai, Eddie Peng Yu-Yen, and Aarif Rahman (Lee Chi Ting) was first unveiled. The story was a complicated struggle between high ranking police officers. Director Longman Leung Lok man and Sunny Luk Kim Ching spent five years to prepare for this film and collected a lot of research material like police internal regulation and hidden rules. The high rank internal conflict would also be realistically brought to life.

Leung Ka Fai appreciated this film's Hong Kong film style, a genre that has been missed. Lau Tak Wa guest starred and said that the script attracted him. Battle of wit police stories have been infrequent in recent years. Thus he looked forward to this film to start a new trend again.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

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ZE:A releases MV teaser for “Phoenix”

After releasing the group’s individual jacket photos, ZE:A has now released their music video teaser for upcoming new single, “Phoenix”!

Phoenix is said to be a charismatic song with a powerful beat complete with a precise team choreography and is promised to show an upgraded side of ZE:A. The single will be released simultaneously in both Korea and Japan on August 27th.

Check out the teaser below!

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2NE1 holds Facebook live chat

2NE1 greeted the fans through their Facebook Live Chat event held at the Facebook headquarters in San Francisco, California on August 22.

The session marked the first Facebook live chat by an Asian musical group from Facebook’s headquarters. Produced using Facebook’s new Facebook Live feature, the event allowed the fans to ask 2NE1 questions and watch the responses.

During the 40-minute interview, 2NE1 members answered several questions in English. They also promoted their ongoing world concert tour, as well as performed snippets of their songs.

Check out the full interview below:

Watch live streaming video from facebookguests at livestream.com

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Wonder Girls reveal interview and performance clip feat. Akon

The Wonder Girls recently held their joint stage with the world star, Akon, for the first time at the recent “Green Groove Festival 2012” which was held at the Daecheon Beach in Choong Nam, South Korea.

On August 23, Wonder Girls released the interview and performance clip of “Like Money” from this event. During the interview, Akon mentions that he wanted to have a collaboration with the group after seeing them perform in Las Vegas.

Check out the clip below.

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Ada Choi busy hitting mosquito while driving, gets into accident & fined HK$950

Earlier this April, Ada Choi was on the road driving when a mosquito distracted her. Because she was busy trying to hit the mosquito, she lost control of the car and crashed into the lamp post. Her car suffered minor damages, but she didn't have any injuries. After the accident, Ada called the police immediately and the officer charged her for careless driving. Yesterday afternoon, Ada appeared at the Tuen Mun court for her hearing and she pled guilty. She was fined HK$950 for her accident.

Yesterday afternoon, Ada groaned on Weibo: "This is the first time in my life that I've gone to court. And the reason was because I was hitting a bug...ahh...I really really dislike court, it feels so uncomfortable... I hope this is the last time in my life that I'll have to go to court."

When Ada left the court, she shouted to reporters that she has no makeup on, so don't take any pictures of her. Then she waved goodbye and left.

Later, Ada accepted an interview over the phone. She frankly expressed she wasn't scared, just feels uncomfortable to go to court. "I just hoped to get it done as soon as possible and leave!" She also reveals she's not sure if there are extra fines or if she'll get points, she just feels so innocent: "It's not like I was doing anything, my friend advised me that if I encounter the same situation, I should just open the window and let it out!" She said her husband Max Zhang laughed at her look without makeup: "He asked me why I didn't put a hat or makeup on when going to court, because I would scare people with that look!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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JJ Jia turns into third party: "It's So Difficult For Me"

It was exposed earlier that 29 year old JJ Jia has been dating martial arts actor, Louis Fan, 10 years her senior (39 y/o). Because Louis is already married and has children, JJ turned into a third party! Yesterday it was said Louis has a 15 year old son and 10 year old daughter, and the mother of his children implied Louis is an unfaithful man.

As JJ has been called the third party, she felt emotionally hurt. Yesterday she accepted an interview and cried expressing several times that its been very difficult for her. She admitted she and Louis did have a relationship, but now that the situation has developed into this stage, she's holding back! JJ frankly expressed she met Louis Fan earlier this year at Timmy Hung's wedding. Not long after they met, she already had feelings for him and admitted they took their relationship a step further. However, yesterday it was rumored Louis is a married man and has a family, JJ was greatly hurt: "I don't know any more than what outsiders knows. It's been so difficult for me. Louis has contacted me and expressed he will explain the whole issue. He should have a written statement soon. (Any comments on yesterday's rumor that Louis' wife was complaining tearfully?) I cannot accept it at all, so difficult. The issue isn't that simple. I'm still trying to see what the situation is like. If you all are really that concerned, please see what the statement says..."

Throughout the entire interview, JJ had a sobbing voice, she said she already burst into tears. She implied she didn't want to be a third party and friends have been worried she might do something silly (commit suicide). "No matter what I say now, it's useless. It's really difficult for me too. I have never thought I would be....I'm just a normal girl, just want to find a normal guy, then date, get marry and have children. I don't know anything else. (Will you develop with a married man?) If he can make it clear, if everything is clear, then I can accept, but at this moment, I really can't accept it. Wait until he clears it up and see what happens! Friends have comforted me, they know what type of person I am. They were scared I would... ... thank you all for your concern."

It has been said for many years that Louis is already married and have children, but he never responded. However, yesterday JJ cried and expressed how hurt she was. Louis finally broke his silence and issued a written statement to clarify the whole issue. He admitted he does have children, but he isn't married, "When I was 23 years old, I decided to live with the mother of my children. In the beginning we had a naive relationship, and never thought of getting married." Louis said because they could no longer communicate and they were separated for long periods, they eventually broke up 4 years ago, "I asked her earnestly to let go of this mutually tormenting relationship and it is impossible for us to continue the relationship."

Although Louis separated from his girlfriend, but he still placed the majority of his time on her and his children. He explained he had a low-key relationship for many years and it was all because he didn't want to affect his family. Today he decided to make this confession, it is because "don't want the speculations to hurt innocent people", clearly he is standing up for JJ.

Louis said he and JJ officially started dating a month ago and she is absolutely not the third party: "She is not a third party, like what the news said about her, who broke my family up. I hope you all don't misunderstand her." He stressed before starting the new relationship, he already explained his past relationship. As Louis' statement clearly supported JJ and did her justice, will she continue to develop further with Louis? JJ replied through SMS: "Thank you!" She did not respond to anything else.

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

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Christine Kuo cries denying 'car shaking' with Michael Tse

TVB executive Norman Leung hosted a banquet for the cast and crew of Tiger Cubs to celebrate the high ratings and success. The cast including Jessica Hsuan, Kenneth Ma, Him Law, Mandy Wong, Oscar Leung, Christine Kuo and Vincent Wong attended.

Recently a tabloid magazine (East Week) reported that Christine Kuo and Michael Tse were 'car shaking' (sex in the car). The magazine even published the photos. Yesterday when reporters approached Christine for interviews, tears immediately formed in her eyes. She expressed the 'car shaking' was just a scene from new series Justice Pursuit & Attack. She stressed the 'car shaking' was necessary for the series because the scene was about her seducing Michael in the car. There were a lot of other staff at the location. She said in tears: "My mom called me from Canada this morning, actually I didn't know what 'car shaking' means, until my mom told me. I just feel so wronged! (Unhappy?) People have limits, I don't want to make my family unhappy! I'm starting to lose my parents' trust, the negative news and rumors are just coming one after another, it's normal that I'm worried. Also, my parents aren't familiar with the nature of my job. I hope to bring them over to HK and live with me as soon as possible, so they can understand more about what I do at work."

Since Christine's debut, she has got herself a long list of rumored boyfriends including Kevin Cheng, Oscar Leung, Edwin Siu, Raymond Cho and more. When asked if she's afraid to get near her male colleagues after this? She expressed: "A little! Sometimes it's just necessary for work and I can't control it! (Give up being an actress?) I don't give up that easily! Also, even if I wanted to give up, that won't solve anything. I should face the problems with courage."

When Oscar Leung saw Christine crying, he handed her a tissue and attentively comforted her: "Don't cry! If anything, I'm here!" However, Christine kept her distance from him: "Get away! If you come near me, I'll be in trouble!"

Michael Tse: I want to cry too!

Also, yesterday Michael accepted an interview over the phone and when speaking of Christine crying over the 'car shaking' incident, Michael joked, "I want to cry too". He felt sorry for Christine: "She's a girl, usually girls are thin-skinned. Aside from crying, what else could she do? She's just trying to vent it all out! (Are you upset?) I'm already numb to all this! Actually the producer already said we were filming, and it could still be written like this! I've been in this industry for a long time, I can understand why she (Christine) feeling emotional. It's really hard to get accused like that!"

Jessica: 'Tiger Cubs' is male dominant series

Jessica was asked if there will be a sequel to Tiger Cubs? She expressed: "Not sure yet! Still discussing! (Start shooting next year?) I really don't know! But, it should be done while it's still hot! I heard TVB already scheduled the series for the first half year, and temporarily there isn't any news on the sequel." Jessica added the public response was better than expected, and she's already satisfied that her 'farewell series' did well.

Since Tiger Cubs was such a big hit, based on TVB's convention, there may be a film version of the series. When asked if there really is a film version, will Jessica participate in it? She smiled: "Even so, it may not be with the original cast! Also, the entire series is focused on the male role, the female roles are not important!" Jessica reiterated that artists are actually very passive in terms of what roles they get, anything work related, we will all have to wait for TVB to make the arrangements and decisions.

*Magazine Scan: 'Christine Kuo car shakes Michael Tse'


Credit: HKChannel

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

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Chin Kar Lok shouts: I'm A Father!

Yesterday Chin Kar Lok, Liza Wang and King Sir attended the promotional event for TVB new series Divas in Distress. When Kar Lok introduced his character, he suddenly shouts: "I'm a father! But I'm just talking about the series. As for real life, I'll talk about it later!" The cast were all very happy for him and congratulated him. Kar Lok played happily with the children at the promotion, seems like he's preparing himself well for the future.

Chin Kar Lok reveals the wedding banquet is planned for November with 50 tables, but he and Angela Tong gave up on getting married on a small island: "It's not convenient. Just want the two of us have an explanation to parents and elders, so having the wedding in November is pretty rushed. (Why is it so rushed?) I want to get marry this year. After going to the hospital and seeing the report, I knew we couldn't wait any longer." As for Angela's pregnancy, Kar Lok smiled: "talk about it later." He refused to admit, looks like it's really not pass the 3 month sensitive period yet. "I don't want to lie, just wait until things mature first. I will definitely let you all know!"

When speaking of Angela shooting new series Cousin, You Are Good, she will have scenes where she gets pushed down? Kar Lok expressed: "I'll be her stunt double then, our body figures are just about the same anyway and I'm a martial artist. (She's going to Guangzhou for outdoor shooting?) If I go to Guangzhou, then there is something to worry about, but if she goes, no problem. She hasn't reported to me on what type of shooting she's doing, but I believe her co-stars Roger Kwok and Bob Lam will take good care of her. (Bob was spotted smoking near Angela?) I don't know if that is true. They are all good people, I'm not worried."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Wayne Lai hopes to 'date' Samantha Ko

Wayne Lai, Natalie Tong and Sire Ma attended the end-of-filming dinner of TVB new series Detective Columbo. Initially the cast was going to each pitch in to pay for the meal, but Wayne took initiative and just treated everyone himself to reward the crew for all their hard work. He spent approximately 5 figures. Wayne said shooting the series for three months was truly difficult and now that they finally finished, it's time to celebrate. In the series, he had 5-6 different costumes, which has been the most among all the series he has done in his career. Wayne reveals this is a heavy and serious series, but it has always been his desire to shoot a light-hearted romantic comedy and it would be best for his female co-star to be a young actress, such as Samantha Ko or this year Miss HK winner.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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B.A.P to release repackage version of ‘No Mercy’

On August 22nd, TS Entertainment announced that B.A.P will be wrapping up its promotions for ‘No Mercy’ this week and will then release a repackaged version of the album.

‘No Mercy’ was received well as it showcased the potential and abilities of the rising K-Pop group. The single has ranked #1 on Taiwan’s K-Pop Weekly Chart for five consecutive weeks and also topped the German Asian Music Monthly Chart.

The repackaged album, which will contain two new songs, was written by Two Side Kick, who also wrote SISTAR’s “Loving U”, MBLAQ’s “It’s War”, Eru’s “I Hate You”, and Baek Ji Young’s “Voice”.

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W Korea reveals BTS footage from INFINITE’s pictorial

INFINITE has participated in a pictorial for the September issue of W Korea magazine and the behind-the-scene footage has been released, giving fans a sneak peek of the shoot.

Check out the video below.

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G-Dragon releases MV teaser for “One of a Kind”

Big Bang’s G-Dragon has finally revealed the music video teaser for his much-awaited solo comeback!

Released via Big Bang’s official Youtube channel on August 22nd, the new video teaser features G-Dragon and his crew dressed in the same outfit as they perform parts of the choreography for “One of a Kind”. The upcoming track is an upbeat hip hop track that emphasis on the artist’s rapping.

“One of a Kind” will be released on August 25th. In the meantime, check out the teaser below.

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Suzy & Kim Soohyun's Bean Pole CF!

Suzy and Kim Soohyun released the latest Bean Pole CF,check out the video below!

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Mia Chen steals the spotlight

The film LAN KWAI FONG 2 (HEI OI YEH PO 2) two nights ago held its premiere. Director Wilson Chin Kwok Wai led the cast to the event. The actresses all appeared in low cut clothing. Although Angelina Zhang (Cheung Woon Ngai) was already wearing a pushed up bra, Mia was even sexier. She posed for intimate photos with Chrissie Chau Sau Na's girlfriend Avis and successfully stole the spotlight.

Mia displayed her "career line". She joked that this was not the "Career line" but the box office line; "The higher the box office goes, the line depth can be adjusted." Mia boasted about stealing the spotlight. "I am the lead, I am a little prettier."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

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Annie Man's 5lbs 14oz baby girl is born

Yesterday Annie Man gave birth to a baby girl at Canossian Hospital. Her husband Jason reveals the baby was 5 pounds, 14 ounces. When asked who the baby looks like? He laughed: "Look like me, then its big trouble! We haven't decided on a Chinese name yet, but we have an English name for her. (Were you afraid to see the cutting of umbilical cord?) Nope, because I didn't get to see."

Annie announced on Weibo late at night:

"To all my fans and friends, I want to let you know I just finished giving birth. On August 20th, I gave birth to a little Dragon girl. She was 5 pounds, 14 ounces. Her English name is Jamie. We haven't given her a Chinese name yet.

Before I went into labor, I had a cough that never went away, so the doctor and anesthetist feared that I would cough nonstop during the delivery and affect the C-section stability. They suggested that I get full anesthesia, but I insisted on getting only half. I said I can handle it because I wanted to see the entire process. In the end, I went through the 1 hour operation without a single cough. I'm really grateful! The moment I saw my baby born, a living life before my eyes. Life is so wonderful!

Jason was responsible of video taping the entire process. Once the baby heard her Daddy's voice, her little eyes rolled over and looked at him. Then she smiled at him. I saw how loving my husband looked when our daughter looked at him, he looked more loving than when he looks at me (*angry face*). Haha, but he did thank me for all the hard work. Fine forgive him... finally of course I have to thank you all for the care, concern and support you had for baby and I. I will do my best on being a good mother."

Source: On.cc, Annie Man's Weibo
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Lawrence Ng choosing female co-star, no idea who Christine Kuo is

Yesterday Nancy Sit and Louis Yuen were recording for their TVB game show Let's Play With Our Food, and invited Lawrence Ng, Ada Choi, Michelle Yim and KK Cheung as their guests. Lawrence announced he signed a per-series contract with TVB and will be making his comeback in The Hippocratic Crush sequel, collaborating with Kenneth Ma. The sequel is scheduled to start shooting February 2013. Currently, the female lead has not been confirmed yet, no wonder Lawrence asked reporters who they would recommend. When reporters suggested the recent big hit, Christine Kuo, Lawrence appeared clueless: "Who is that? (She's in Ghetto Justice II.) Really? Is she pretty? What time does her series air? Let me go home and take a look first and then make a suggestion to the crew! (How about Ada Choi?) I asked her, but she's 'Ah Jeh' and has no time." Lawrence also expressed TVB accommodated his schedule this time around: "Initially the sequel was scheduled to start in December, but I said that is the golden period for me to earn extra income. They accommodated me and postponed the series."

Lawrence was best known for his Dr. Paul Ching role in Healing Hands. It turns out he may come back as Dr. Ching in the sequel, asked if this is true? He said: "Not sure yet. That might get boring, I hope to play a completely different role, like a villain or Black Jack."

On the show, Ada had to cook up a special dish to compete for the prize. As her partner Lawrence had too many ideas, they decided to just do 'ice-fire' cooking. Ada claimed she has pretty good cooking skills, and teased Lawrence: "He's good at eating, and eats foods from many different countries." Lawrence refuted, not only does he know how to eat good food, his wife and daughter loves his abalone, mushroom and chicken stir-fry. Ada expressed she's very happy that lately there has been so many good news in the industry, she will have to work hard on making another baby herself to add on to the happiness.

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

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Alex Fong & Stephy Tang denies "married then divorced" rumor

Alex Fong and Stephy Tang have been dating for 8 years. It was rumored before that they were already married. A magazine quoted what was revealed on ATV's new show Celebrities Intelligence Agency (??CIA), that an insider said the couple were secretly married two years ago, but because of the changes in their relationship, they are now divorced and are just pretending to be a couple in public. The magazine said the main reason to the divorce was because of Stephy's princess attitude, which led to frequent quarrels with Alex.

Yesterday Alex and Stephy both denied the "married then divorced" rumor. They stressed the rumor is considered a fabricated story with evil intentions. Stephy denied the rumor through her management and that she retains the right to take legal action. She expressed on Weibo there has always been fabricated reports, but this time it encompasses a "black heart" and a "curse". Honestly, she really has to say "thank you".

Alex stressed they never got married nor did they ever divorce. He said he has always been living with his family, and only lives near his girlfriend. "What Stephy is most offended by is that the magazine said she has princess attitude. Actually we rarely quarrel. Since we already denied several times to the marriage rumors, but they are still rumors that we're married. I think when we actually do get married, no one would believe us." He laughed and said he will definitely have a wedding banquet when he gets married because he'll definitely make a profit from all his friends.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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Jason Chan & Linda Chung waiting to be a couple team

A few nights ago, Linda Chung and Jason Chan hosted an end-of-filming dinner for the cast and crew of TVB new series Ferris Wheel Happiness. Linda praised Jason for performing well on his first leading role, but he was stressed because he had too high expectations on himself. Jason was asked whether if he had fallen for Linda after their collaboration? Jason blushed and expressed embarrassingly: "I should say we had a great time working together and quickly developed chemistry." Linda added: "Yes, luckily we didn't have any arguments."

The single Jason expressed he has never met with Linda in private before, but they had a pleasant collaboration. In the future, he will invite Linda and other friends out for dinner. He also welcomes advertisers to hire them as a 'couple team', so they could earn money together. In regards to rumored girlfriend Sarah Song spotted on a date with Kevin Cheng? Jason said: "We are just friends, but we're been rumored for so long, it's not convenient for me to comment on her matters."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

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