Stephen Chan's last dinner with TVB execs; Excerpts of university lecture and radio interview

TVB General Manager Stephen Chan will officially be resigning from his position at the end of this month (February 29th). The day before yesterday, TVB arranged a farewell dinner for him at a hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui East -- each member of management chipped in 500 HKD a piece to arrange a 5 table dinner for him. Most of the TVB executives were in attendance at the dinner, including newly promoted Deputy Chairman Norman Leung, Head of Production Catherine Tsang, Head of External Affairs Tsang Sing Ming, as well as the two execs who were rumored to be on bad terms with Stephen -- General Manager Mark Lee and Head of Production & Resources Virginia...

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Yoyo Mung wants no children, most fear of an 'accident'

Vincci Chuek, Yoyo Mung and Koni Lui were recording for their new TVB program Lady's Talk. First time as a host, Yoyo thought it was really fun. She reveals next month she'll be going on vacation to Japan and is not worried about the rumor that radiation may affect her fertility. She said: "I never thought of having children. Also, I've been to Kyushu, Osaka and Hokkaido before, but only for a few days and there was no problem." Yoyo expressed she and her boyfriend Ekin Cheng already has consensus of not having children. She laughed and said Ekin had a greater reaction than her, but after all having children will just be based on hate, she hopes...

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Andy Lau reduces workload to welcome Dragon Baby

Andy Lau Tak Wa and Deanie Ip Tak Han earlier appeared on a Cable Entertainment News interview. The host congratulated Lau Tak Wa on his impending fatherhood. Wa Jai could not hide his excitement as he said, "I will try my best to welcome the new life and the new identity." In the future Wa Jai will reduce his workload to make more time to take care of his family. Sister Deanie said that she very much looked forward to "holding a grandchild". She even bet Lau Tak Wa that he definitely will be a father who will spoil the child. As for whether she would like a granddaughter or a grandson, Sister Deanie sai that the most important was for the child...

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War and Beauty II storyline leaked: Sheren Tang & Alice Chan fights for Moses Chan

Last year TVB aired reruns of 2003 popular drama War and Beauty in the late evening and still got decent reception. It was then TVB decided to get the original cast back to shoot the sequel to serve as this year's TVB Anniversary series. War and Beauty II will start shooting next week. Since the series is seen as TVB's secret weapon, the cast and crew have strongly declined to reveal anything. Reporters have been actively trying to obtain WABII's storyline via various channels. It was discovered that the sequel is completely unrelated to the first series. This time, Sheren Tang plays a concubine that gets thrown in the Cold Harem, while Moses...

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Felix Wong & Maggie Cheung CityTelecom's First Brother/Sister for Groundbreaking ceremony

City Telecom (H.K.) Limited ("City Telecom") held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for its TV & Multimedia Production Centre ("The Centre") located in Tseung Kwan O Industrial Estate. Artistes including Ms. Maggie Cheung, Mr. Felix Wong, Mr. Frankie Lam, Ms. Bernice Liu, Ms. Prudence Liew, Mr. John Chiang, Mr. Yuen Wah, Ms. Leila Tong, Ms. Lisa Lui, Mr. Kelvin Kwan, Mr. Felix Lok, Ms. Maria Chen, Ms. Rain Lau, and emcees Ms. Catherine Chow and Mr. Benji Chiang attended to show their support. (Source: CNNMoney)Felix Wong, who was said to be CTI's 'First Brother', expressed yesterday he signed the contract last week and will first shoot first shoot...

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Dou Xiao enjoys some tenderness in Janice Man's Lap

The star of Zhang Yimou's UNDER THE HAWTHORN TREE, Mou Guy Dou Xiao in the film NIGHTFALL (DAI JUI BO) worked for the first time with Janice Man Wing Shan, who was born in the same month of the same year as him, and played a couple. Although they just met, they were as intimate as a young couple. Dou Xiao even lay on Man Wing Shan's legs without any care and melted away in joy, much to the envy of others.They in the film developed a tragic love story. Although they met for the first time, they did their homework and saw the other's films in order to understand each other more. The intense shoot schedule was no match for them. Even in an ice cream...

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Bowie Lam’s new drama “Strangers 6″ broadcast in Japan

Bowie Lam, Bernice Liu, Peter Cheung, Eugena Lau, Jeanie Lee, and Maria Cordero attended a luncheon commemorating the 23rd anniversary of a magazine. Due to his relatively free schedule without current filming projects, Bowie Lam gained weight and will need to exercise more.Bowie’s new drama, Strangers 6 , featuring Toshiaki Karasawa , Oh Ji Ho, and Liu Xuan, was currently being broadcast in Japan. The Korean-Chinese-Japanese collaborative drama centered around a group of six experts from the police forces of Korea, China, and Japan whose secret mission was to protect the countries’ economic future. Toshiaki Karasawa was originally scheduled...

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Miriam Yeung insists on promoting Love In The Buff

The 36th Hong Kong International Film Festival yesterday officially announced Miriam Yeung Chin Wa as its ambassador again. She and Shawn Yue Man Lok starred in the Pang Ho Cheung directed new film LOVE IN THE BUFF (CHUN GIU YU JI MING) will be the opening film and the closing film will be the Berlin Film Festival Best Cinematography Silver Bear Prize winner WHITE DEER PLAIN. Director Peter Chan Ho Sun will be this year's Filmmaker in Focus.Chin Wa, Ah Lok and Pang Ho Cheung yesterday attended the press conference in Tsim Sha Tsui. Peter Lam Kin Ngok and Hong Kong International Film Festival Association chair Wong Ying Wai also attended. Chin...

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Kenneth Ma and Nancy Wu: “We Are Ex-Lovers!”

Despite numerous romantic rumors in the past, Kenneth Ma (???) and Nancy Wu (???) have never publicly admitted their relationship. In an effort to clarify rumors that Nancy possessed a “princess attitude” and dumped Kenneth due to her monetary greed, Kenneth revealed that the pair were once ex-lovers and the reason for their break up!Often internalizing his personal matters, Kenneth rarely discussed his love life. In a recent radio interview, Kenneth revealed that he and Nancy had dated after performing in Strictly Come Dancing "????" in 2010. Noting that they broke up due to personality differences, Kenneth stated, “We are not too compatible...

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Christine Ng & Fala Chen's birthday celebration with 2 others on the same day

(The four birthday boys and girls)(Niki Chow, Anita Yuen, Chilam Cheung, Kathy Chow in tuxedos)(Sharon Chan: 'West Queen' also came to celebrate 'East Queen's birthday! Yeah Yeah Yeah!)Christine Ng and Fala Chen are both celebrating their birthdays today (2/24th). Last night, a group of their friends from the entertainment circle threw a bowtie themed birthday party for them. It was a very lively atmosphere! Chilam Cheung and his wife Anita Yuen appeared at the party in tuxedos. Niki Chow and her sister Kathy Chow both played different roles with suits on. No wonder Anita referred the four of them as 'The Four Crazy Dragons'! Christine had always...

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“Fierce Tigress” Tavia Yeung Tries to Control Him Law?

Since breaking up with debt-straddled former boyfriend, Nam Wai Kit (???) in 2007, Tavia Yeung’s (??) time was occupied by filming. The emergence of Him Law (???) may have moistened her life, sparking her desires! According to a witness, Him Law often visited her apartment in the middle of the night. Despite wearing a cap, his sneaky demeanor made his presence even more prominent!Him’s close friend revealed to the press, “Tavia kept a close eye on Him, calling him at least 10 times each day! Sometimes if he cannot hear the phone right or has no time to answer, she will repeatedly call until he picks up the line. Tavia is not as stupid as Theresa...

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Wayne Lai, Michelle Yim, and Maggie Shiu Film “The Great Eunuch”

Starring Wayne Lai (???), Michelle Yim (??), and Maggie Shiu (???) ,The Great Eunuch "???", was one of TVB’s heavyweight dramas in 2012. Originally, the cast of The Great Eunuch was scheduled to leave Hong Kong on March 12th to film in Hengdian, China. Since TVB was attempting to accommodate international film and television exhibition, FILMART 2012, the date of departure was delayed by one week, upon which the cast will film in Hengdian until April. Wayne Lai indicated that he was happy to be able to participate in the annual showdown of FILMART 2012. With the imminent war to start in the Hong Kong free broadcasting industry, Wayne did not mind...

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120223 FT Island wins on M! Countdown + performances

Mnet "M! Countdown" is back this week full of amazing performances!For this weeks's line up, John Park made his comeback while miss A, WE and Brave Girls kicked off their comeback. Other great performances from artists including FT Island, SE7EN, K.will, Block. B, Sweet Sorrow, MIRYO, B.A.P, Dal?Shabet, EXID, Stellar, Six Bomb, Jiggy Dogg and Take Hyun.And for the highlight of the show, FT Island claimed another win tonight with their latest track "Severely".Congratulations FT Island!Six BombSweet SorrowMiryoK.WillJiggy DoggFT IslandSe7enBlock BTake HyunDal ShabetEXIDStellarWEB.A.PView the original article h...

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[Video] miss A makes hot comeback with "Touch" on M! Countdown

Following their chart-topper "Good Bye Baby", Suzy, Min, Fei and Jia of miss A finally returned to prove their upgraded skills with their next single, "Touch"!"Touch", written, produced and arranged by JY Park himself, follows the story of a hurt soul who discovers a new love "blooming from the pain." It showcases combination of the eerie old-school instrumentals, the unexpected style of choreography and trademark characteristic of miss A.As fans have been abuzz about the group’s new sound, look and moves, our lovely ladies of miss A delivered their much-anticipated comeback performance tonight on M! Countdown.Check out their performance below:View...

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[Video] Block B releases apology video

After a barrage of online criticism and a celebrity Twitter blast, new hip-hop group Block B publicly apologized for their cultural insensitivity and misbehavior through a video. The video, which was subtitled in Korean, English and Thai shows the members with somber expressions and with their heads bowed.As you all know, Block B has been swept up in controversy over their behavior during an interview in Thailand. These include few unintended comments, member lying down on a coffee table and among other behavior that drew general outrage from the Korean and Thai public.Though the boys never intended to offend anyone, it seems their actions are...

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[Video] John Park makes debut with "Falling" on M! Countdown

“Superstar K2” runner-up John Park finally made his long-awaited official debut with "Falling" on today's episode of M! Countdown."Falling" was composed by British composer, Andy Platts and was produced and penned by John Park himself. The song expresses the feelings of a lover who wants to be close to the one who’s stolen his heart.View the original article h...

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Kenneth Ma admits he dated Nancy Wu before

(Aside from being his co-star, Tavia Yeung has also said she wants to find a girlfriend for him)(Kenneth rises in popularity, surrounded by fans in Central)TVB medical drama The Hippocratic Crush premiered last week, with a peak rating of 31 points. Kenneth Ma (Ma Ming) rises and becomes TVB's first line Siu Sang. Riding on the momentum, Kenneth said he wants the dough and not the love: "I want more endorsements and stage work. I even hope to shoot some series in Mainland to earn some extra money. The faster the better." Well that's true too, he's a famous and single man that many are after. Just as long as you have the chips, there is no fear...

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Wayne Lai Challenges Donnie Yen’s “Ip Man”

Receiving a substantial fee, Wayne Lai (???) donned a wig and martial arts robes to film an ad for PARKnSHOP supermarket. This was the third year in which Wayne was the spokesperson for the chain store. Breaking away from his normal gentle image, Wayne spoofed “Ip Man” and staged a classic scene in which Wayne combated ten opponents. Demonstrating his strength, Wayne even punched through a wall! Wayne was completely in character as a martial arts fighter. After sparring with an authentic Wing Chun expert, Wayne’s stances appeared to be strong and practical!An Enjoyable Filming ExperienceWayne revealed, “I will be filming three short clips for...

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Andy: “No intention of becoming Chief Executive”

Treasure hunting film – Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains had it’s final indoor shooting in the world’s largest museum – National Museum of China and a press conference was held, in attendance were Andy Lau, Lin Chiling, Zhang Jingchu and Yu Dawei. Andy’s professionalism is always high regarded in showbiz, all the main casts expressed that it was their honor to be able to collaborate with him. Tong Dawei pointed out that even when Andy was tired during shooting, he never lose his temper, singing high praise of his EQ.At the press conference, Andy was asked about his relationship with the two female leads, he quipped: “One is the woman I loved,...

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[News] BEAST's killer schedule, "We got 2 hours of sleep in a day"!

Idol group BEAST revealed their killer schedule.In the episode of ‘Win Win’ broadcasted on the 21st, BEAST revealed their deadly schedules stating, “We go through about 5~6 schedules a day including programs, performances, CF filming, recording, and more.”On this day, MC Tak Jaehoon couldn’t hide his amazement as looking at BEAST’s schedules stating, “On Saturday they will be in Yongpyeon, Korea and on the next day they will be in England, and then Ilsan fansigning in Korea and then suddenly end up in Brazil and then stop by Shanghai on the way back.”BEAST member Yong Junhyung commented, “Even when we get a cancellation on our schedule, we get...

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[News] Yoseob, “When I was about to be removed from BEAST, Rain helped me stay”

It has been revealed that Yang Yoseob and Yong Junhyung could have never debuted as BEAST.In the recent filming BEAST stated, “While we were practicing for debut, Yang Yoseob and Yong Junhyung were on the verge of being cut from the group.”Yang Yoseob commented, “Before debut, BEAST’s concept was a group with strong manly type of feel. However, I was short and since I had a young image, I didn’t fit into the image that the management was working on. That is why I was greeted with the words that I couldn’t debut in the middle of my trainee days.”He added revealing the dramatic story line behind their debut, “Before I left the management,...

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Elanne Kong: Not my problem

Elanne Kong Yeuk Lam yesterday revealed on a radio interview that she just returned from promoting her film THE WEDDING DIARY in Malaysia and Singapore. Speaking of her co-star Aniu's divorce, she learned a little about it. Of course Aniu was a little upset but she believed he would be able to handle it. Elanne said that in the film she had many bed scenes with Aniu; did they anger Aniu's former wife and lead to the divorce? Elanne immediately clarified and said that she did not supervise on the set. Their divorce absolutely had nothing to do with her.Meanwhile, the Kong Yeuk Lam, Aniu, Best Actress Wai Ying Hung starred THE WEDDING DIARY's first...

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Aaron Kwok will start on new film

Aaron Kwok Fu Sing, AngelaBaby, Hilary Tsui Ho Ying, Paul Wong Koon Chung last night attended the G-Star RAW flagship opening ceremony. Later Sing Sing will return to Malaysia to make THE DETECTIVE 3 (A+ JING TAM). This time he will have many action scenes.Source: Takungpao, Mingpao, Singtao, on.ccTranslated by: hktoptenView the original article h...

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Tavia Yeung: 'Year of the Carnivore' is true

Tavia Yeung, Fala Chen, Moses Chan, Evergreen Mak, and George Lam attended the Japan Home Centre Spring dinner event last night. Aside from singing and playing games, the artists went off the stage to shake hands with audience. Among the group, George was the most popular, where the audience surrounded him to take pictures. Moses was also surrounded by a group of female fans. A very lively atmosphere. Recently, Tavia has been surrounded by gossips. First it was rumors that she got plastic surgery and then it was reported that rumored boyfriend Him Law said in front of his friends that she's upright the 'year of the carnivore' (chinese = 'fierce...

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