Moses Chan praises Adam Cheng is the real TV King (September 21, 2010)

Yesterday Adam Cheng, Moses Chan, Maggie Siu and Aimee Chan attended the costume fitting for TVB new series The War of Heart. Moses expressed that this is the first time he's working with Adam, he is anticipating their collaboration and is feeling pressured. He said: "Adam is the master of drama both on and off screen, I'm just a novice."

Moses expressed that although Adam didn't get the TV King title like he did in the past, but he is definitely the 'TV & Film King', Moses said: "Once Adam steps out, he's already the TV King, the current Film King are just based on popularity and voting, before it was about the person's ability. I'm pretty old school, really hope for the old situations."

Adam laughed on Moses comment about the TV King, just blame that he was born at the wrong time, so it doesn't matter. He also praises Moses acting, all his roles were very diverse. Asked if he craves for the TV King title? Adam said: "The awards I won before were just all 'pork' awards, I don't know about now. Actually it doesn't matter, I don't fight with people, the most important is a good show." Adam expressed that Aimee Chan is his daughter Joyce Cheng's good friend, so normally he likes to tease girls, but he won't tease Aimee. Aimee expressed that she has not been teased by Adam before, so she's not worried. She said: "I will just develop my father-daughter relationship with Adam."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Cecilia Cheung Loses her Voice in New York (Sept 19, 2010)

 

The State Administration of Radio, Film and Television satellite channel program production center and Chinese American Arts Council organized 1st New York Chinese Film Festival officially began on night of September 18. Cecilia Cheung Pak Chi and Daniel Wu (Ng Yin Cho)

were invited to be guests and even walked the red carpet at the Lincoln Center. Their appearance led to cheers from the crowd.

Pak Chi due to the flu lost her voice. Thus at the opening ceremony, Ng Yin Cho and the host spoke to the guests. Pak Chi stated that she was very honored to be able to participate in this event, which she felt was very meaningful. She particularly selected a Hong Kong designer's fashion to attend. Because she was born and raised in Hong Kong, she would like overseas friends to appreciate different levels of Hong Kong creative property spirit.

Aside from Pak Chi and Ng Yin Cho, Zhang Hanyu and Jiang Wenli also attended. Each selected her favorite film to share with local film and cultural art students. Pak Chi selected the Derek Yee Tung Sing directed LOST IN TIME (MONG BUT LIU). She even thanked the director because the film brought her many awards and fan support. She thanked the film's executive producers Mr. and Mrs. Charles Heung Wa Keung, who have always treated her like a daughter.

This film festival would run for three days. After the opening ceremony, September 19 and 20 will been screenings and on September 20 a China Night: Chinese American film exchange banquet and Most Outstanding Asian Artist Award presentation" will take place. Cheung Pak Chi, Ng Yin Cho, Zhang Hanyu, and Jiang Wenli will be the first film stars to receive the recognition.

 

source: takungpao/ singpao

redits: HKTopTen

 

 

TVB Anniversary Series Battle Between High Executives Catherine Tsang and Tommy Leung (Sept 19, 2010)

Every year's TVB anniversary series are the fight between executives Catherine Tsang and Tommy Leung, the two powerful directors/producers in the production unit. Both have their wins and loses these years, however, series produced by Catherine has been winning over those produced by Tommy. Recent example include "Heart of Greed," "Moonlight Resonance," "Rosy Business," and "Beyond the Realm of Conscience," which are all very well-known series and did well in ratings, popularity, word of mouth, and TVB anniversary awards. In contrast, besides "E.U." was more outstanding, Tommy's other series didn't do so well. Last year, Tommy's "Born Rich" and Catherine's "BTROC" were selected as anniversary series. The final result: "BTROC" receives average ratings of 35 points and peaked 50 points; but "BR" was dissed by viewers as "Born Boring."

This month, Tommy's "Growing Through Life" is competing Catherine's "Can't Buy Me Love." "GTL" received mediocre ratings of 27 points but "CBML" receive average 33 points so far. Knowing he can't lose again for this year's anniversary series fight, Tommy purposely replaced "Relic of an Emissary" (洪武三十二) who was originally selected as one of the anniversary series, with police drama "Gun Metal Grey" (刑警). It's known the reason "ROAE" is out because its setting is similar to "Rosy Business 2: No Regrets," both sets in the ancient/prepublic series. Also, the duo of Michael Miu and Felix Wong in "GMG" is more interesting to watch, since they haven't collaborated in a long time. Reporters contacted Tommy and he explained the selection is decided by drama unit. "Heard it was going to be 'ROAE,' but they would decide based on the background and after production of the series. 'ROAE' just finished shooting. I watched 'GMG,' and think it's very good."

As for the female lead of "GMG" Jessica Hsuan, she expressed she didn't know "GMG" is releasing as an anniversary series. "Two of my series 'A Pillowcase of Mystery 2' and 'Sisters of Pearl' are released this year. Can't believe 'GMG' would release this year, too. I believe cops drama is guaranteed to have good ratings. Plus it's starring Michael and Felix, who hasn't shoot series in HK for a long time, definitely giving a fresh feeling to viewers. In fact, whether it's 'RB2: No Regrets' or 'GMG,' they're both by TVB, it would be good if both series do well in ratings." The competitors of "GMG," male lead and producer of "No Regrets" Wayne Lai and Lee Tim Sing both hope the two series can receive good ratings

Source: Mingpao Weekly / Translation: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

Bump Watch: Michelle Reis' Growing (Sept 19, 2010)

It's said the all time beauty Michelle Reis is pregnant with daughter. Although she and husband didn't deny or admit the rumor, readers can judge by her growing belly! Last night, the rumored new mom arrived at a well-known restaurant with husband, dining with relatives to celebrate Autumn Festival early. Wearing a black loose dress and 3-inch heels, she got off the car carefully with the help of husband. She appeared leisurely and had smiles on her face all the time.

Holding husband's hands tightly while walking inside the restaurant, Michelle only replied to reporters' pregnancy questions with a smile. Perhaps she would officially announce the good news soon in a Sina Microblog (Weibo) event she will be attending today. In the mean time, congratulations!
source: oriental daily, mingpao
credit: Kay's Ent

Kara Hui Wins her 7th Best Actress Award (September 19, 2010)

The fresh out of the oven 7 time Best Actress Wai Ying Hung and Lam Ka Tung yesterday attended a "film professional training project 2010" convocation ceremony to cheer on a group of young people who are interested in joining the film industry. Siu Hung two nights ago wtih AT THE END OF DAYBREAK (SUM MOR) won Best Actress at the Vladivostok International Film Festival. She revealed that originally she was very disappointed that the film could not compete for the Golden Rooster Hundred Flower Award during the day, but she received the good new the same night. She said that after receiving the text message she could not wait to inform her friends. Later she would be busy with the celebrations.

Siu Hung and Nick Cheung Ka Fai so far have won seven Best Actress and Best Actor award respectively. Speaking of her catching up, Siu Hung joked, "If he would win the Golden Rooster Award he would have more than me. I never thought about competing with him, and I don't want to break any record." Siu Hung has been in film for years. She honestly said that she would put all of effort into every shot. Did she have no more regard as she became the seven time Best Actress? She said, "After so many years, the part that I couldn't get past was me (referring to age) reaching the middle. From a student to this age, I realized that acting did not rely on looks but on the heart. After I got past that the sky was wide open." Vladivostok is located in Russian (near the border between Siberia and North Korea). Although its location was remote, it was renowned in the international film world. About winning Best Actress again, Siu Hung said, "Film has no border or language difference. I am very happy to be recognized for my acting not only in the Chinese region, but also in an international film festival."

Lam Ka Tung actively supported film production and often attended events without any compensation. He also recommended some film industry friends to be instructors. Why did he not teach himself? He said, "I have been busy with a script planning lately, not to mention I am not qualified. I myself am studying acting with Lai Shuen's husband." His production last time, GALLANTS (DAI LUI TOI) performed decently. Ka Tung is planning his next project. Not only did he receive additional investment from his boss but he also hoped to invite more stars to perform. He joked that he still have many favors that he could call in.

 

source: Takungpao

 

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Johnny To Denies Insulting Stephen Chan (September 19, 2010)

 

Johnny To

Lee Chang-Dong, Louis Koo Tin Lok, Johnnie To Kei Fung, Josie Ho Chiu Yi and Michelle Ye (Yip ShueN) last night attended the Fresh Wave Short Film opening ceremony. To Kei Fung praised Lee Chang-Dong as Asia's first director and joked that standing next to him he suddenly felt like he was dizzy and did not know how to make a movie. To Kei Fung has not worked with Sammi Cheng Sau Man and Andy Lau Tak Wa for 7 or 8 years already. He honestly said that if their schedules permitted he would like to make a movie, as for the genre they would have to discuss it.

To Kei Fung once called Stephen Chan Chi Wan "strange". Speaking of him being officially charged, To Kei Fung joked, "Finally someone asks me. I already avoided it and now it's inevitable! Any problem should be investigated. The court should decide the matter, today we shouldn't say whether he was wrong or not." To Kei Fung denied calling Chan strange. He explained, "That wasn't what I meant. He ran a television station, I came from TVB too. The television station is a complete machine and we can't have machines that stand out too much. I don't want to criticize him. Today I shouldn't talk about Mr. Chan, we have no proof. I shouldn't say so much, I have already said too much."

To Kei Fung was also Mona Fong Yat Wa's favorite. Has she made him an offer? He pointed out that his direction has always been in film industry development. In addition he and Peter Lam Kin Ngok had a very long term contract. He joked that he had to serve his boss. Although Goo

Jai was injured, he still attended to support To Kei Fung. Chiu Yi was studying acting with Jim Chim Shui Man's mentor Philip Gaulier. She reportedly turned down a Japanese film because of it. Chiu Yi explained that she accepted a Mo Chun Fai play and could not make the film due to

scheduling conflict.

 

source: on.cc / takungpao / mingpao

 

Kara Hui Misses Golden Rooster Hundred Flower Award Competition (September 18, 2010)

 

 

Kara Hui (Wai Ying Hung) renewed her contract to be a product spokesperson. Yesterday she went on a bus parade with five young girls from the Mongkok police station to Tsim Sha Tsui East. Siu Hung due to her action actress background had wounds all over, not only did she have golf and tennis injuries but even her arm bone has changed shape. After taking the produce her pain has drastically subsided. She was the happiest about the product's beauty purposes, even when her contract ends she would receive a lifetime supply.

Siu Hung with AT THE END OF DAYBREAK (SUM MOR) rose in popularity because she won many Best Actress awards. Do she have more work? She said, "It's pretty much the same, I have more offers but I can't work too much. I have to keep my looks in mind and I don't want to work too hard, so I have always taken one after another. (Have you received a raise?) No, recently I took a Mainland prison film and got to work with my idol Siqin Gaowa, so I still charged my old rate." The film will start production at the end of the month. In Hong Kong she also took another film role. With series promotion she still had to work on her schedule, but she definitely would not work on another series this year as she did not want to work too hard and be tied down. She said, "Originally I planned to take time off, but not due to too many promotions it has been postponed. I have already asked for time off next January and visit Germany with my sister, because I have never been to Germany." As for the Golden Rooster Hundred Flower Award in October, Siu Hung's AT THE END OF DAYBREAK was not completely Hong Kong financed film so it could only participate and not compete. She honestly said that it was somewhat regrettable, but she still would attend and be the guest presenter.

 

source: takungpao / mingpao

 

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