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Jessica Hsuan recently has become the spokesperson for a skincare product in Mainland. Because she was busy in Hong Kong filming for new series "Just Love II", its quite difficult that she was able to take 2 days off to go to Mainland in order to do the costume fitting and shoot the ads. In order to accomodate the advertisers, the photo shoot was held in Guangzhou and the ads were printed at that date and location. The ads were filmed by Guangzhou Television.

Actually the spokesperson for this brand will have 4 different types of skincare products to advertise, so this time Jessica being able to collaborate with this skincare brand is fate. Also the person who invited Jessica to be the spokersperson is very satisfied and happy because Jessica accepted the invitation in the end. The day when they signed the contract, they discussed about the earnings for the 2 years, this made Jessica quite happy.

As for the photo shoot, it went smoothly. There were different backgrounds to show the brand's personality, including white, high class black and cute princess. The theme of the ad was a white colored background conveying natural and relaxation. Customers really like this set of ads, besides giving Jessica a decent amount of salary, also invest $10,000 to make other brands.

Source: Mingpao, Takungpao, The Sun, Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Athena Chu recently stated in TVB's "Be My Guest" interview that 10 years ago when she was working in Mainland with her boyfriend who was also from the entertainment industry, she caught her boyfriend in the bedroom with another woman. She suspected that there was woman hiding in the bathroom. Athena expressed that she would often go and visit her boyfriend to say Hi and he would always welcome her. However on that day, he did not open the door when she knocked. When she was allowed in she felt that the bed was very warm and she could not open the bathroom door. She realised what was going on and immediately left the premises in tears. But what was most shocking was that her boyfriend stated she didn't know the person hiding in the bathroom. Since Athena did the "Be My Guest" interview the paparazzi's had been very curious of who the person "Hiding in the bathroom" was. They speculated that Karen Mok was involved in the incident because they believe the boyfriend Athena was talking about was Stephen Chow even though she didn't mention names. During the time they were filming the movie "A Chinese Odyssey" Karen was rumored with Stephen. Yesterday evening Karen Mok appeared at Marc Jacobs Autumn and Winter Fashion Show and it was the first time she responded to the report.

When Karen heard about the rumors about her being the third person in the relationship and suspected being caught by Athena. Karen angrily said " I am being framed, it's really a load of nonsense. I do not know who Athena is referring to but that person is definitley not me. I have always been someone who will do things in the Open and upright and will never be sneaky. I will also not be a third person. Also in that movie there were many female artists and female workers, it could have been any of them. Why do you speculate it's me? It's certainly not me and I don't deserve this. It will affect my reputation and you cannot go around talking about this nonsense.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Fala Chen and Mandy Lieu appeared at the "Dove Chocolate" press conference yesterday. Fala expressed that Chocolate represented Romance. It makes people think of love. When she was studying a male student gave her chocolate that was shaped as a teddy bear. But in the end he never touched her heart. The reason is because she is not someone who easily gets into a relationship. Asked what her boyfriend requirements were? Fala stated that she hopes to meet someone who is attentive but the most important thing is that they do not mind she is an artist. They also need to be caring and have a good attitude.

Before Fala joined the industry she had previously met someone who was compatible, but unfortunately the relationship ended. Asked whether she would choose to date someone from the entertainment circle? She considers that it's very difficult to make friends with guys in the industry because they may be afraid of rumors. Even when they are in a public place they will be very careful in saying more than a few words. Therefore they cannot be friends and it will be impossible to even date. Also Mandy stole the spotlight wearing a low cut dress, Fala complimented her beauty. Fala also performed her role in "Moonlight Resonance" as a mute girl and did sign language. She got alot of applause from the reporters.

Source: Wenweipo, Mingpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Niki has been extremely busy recently. Besides filming for TVB's new drama "KOP", she's also preparing for her album which is coming out at the end of September. Last week, she took time out to film "Light" MV and revealed that she's quite nervous about her album. "It's been almost 1.5 years since my last album, so I'm quite nervous. I'm really glad that I could work with so many top lyricist and composer, such as Khalil Fong composing for Light."

When Niki was filming the MV, the director required her to film it like she was filming an ad for woman's sanitary napkins to emphasize the topic, light. Niki said "I really like watching those ads. I think it gives audience a really happy and comfortable feeling, sort of like my personality as well". Also, this Saturday is Niki's birthday, she revealed that she will holds a fans gathering, just like in past years. Unfortunately she will be working on the actual day and hopes that she will have time to celebrate with family.

In reply to some fans thinking that the song is a bit perverted, Niki replied that it's only about a couple being lovey dovey and not to think too much.

Credits: to kn_lov for translation of article at KN Forum
http://endearment.18.forumer.com

Niki attended a function and revealed that she is really bad with directions. When she first got her driver’s license and got a new car, she wanted to take her family out for dinner in Yuen Long, but she ended up driving in circles for two hours until 10 pm, but she still couldn’t find the restaurant. She said

“I often have to call my friends to ask for directions when I’m driving.” She was asked if she would first call Kevin. She said, “I will call my driver as he is familiar with the roads.”

Tomorrow is Niki’s 29th b-day. Ekin said that he wants to celebrate it with her. Reporters pointed out she already has boyfriend Kevin Cheng to celebrate with her. Ekin laughed and joked, “Ha? Really? Isn’t her boyfriend me?” Reporters teased him by asking if he wanted to create a love triangle. He shakes his head and said, “No. One is enough.”

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Niki Wants Kevin to be Her Moral Support

Yesterday Niki revealed that she often gets lost while driving. When she runs into problems she will often call her driver for help. Asked why doesn’t she call rumored boyfriend Kevin for help, she replied, “Boyfriends are not used for changing car tires or lightbulbs.”

Niki and Ekin attended a function yesterday and played games during the function.

Frequently Lost While Driving

Niki laughed and said she oftens gets lost when driving. She once drove her family out for dinner, however, she ended up going around in circles for two hours and everyone had to starve until 10 pm. In the end they gave up and just went home. Niki said, “I can’t look at a map while I’m driving and it’s hard for me to see the street signs so I had to call my driver for help. He guided me with directions. (Why don’t you ask Kevin to be your driver) That would be nice. I am not a ‘nui keung yan,’ I’d rather someone drove me.”

She said she has never asked her boyfriend to help her change car tires. She said, “Boyfriends aren’t used for changing car tires or lightbulbs. He has to be my moral support and share my happiness and sadness.”

Source: on.cc, Apple Daily
Credits: Kevin and Niki Archive

She said that she has grown fat and doesn't have suitable clothes to wear, and there will be no more surprises this year during the award ceremony so she doesn't want to be Best actress this year!

Doesn't matter if it is "dai kai" or "Hor Ma", Li Si Kei has various golden lines and humour.

So as to act out the character of "Hor Ma" well, Li Si Kei has intentionally put on 12 pounds. ALthough she is trying to lose weight currently, and results can be seen, but when she was asked if she is interested to win best actress again, she said: "This year, too fat, don't want to be best actress, don't have suitable clothes to wear."

Asked about her thoughts on this year's best actress award? She said: "Again? Getting it last year is already enough. Many people told me that i don't hav to be too humble and contented, already so old and not many chances to get the award, so if have, just take, anyway the young ones have plenty of opportunities. But my thinking is... older generation doesn't need to take such awards seriously. We know in our heart what we have done and audience have eyes to see.."
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"Raymond Lam is not bad, he has many fans and the voice of him winning is very high. But in the show, "Ling Zi Yong" is very good too. In the recent drama, where he acted as "Dai Lo Ye", he did very well too. In terms of acting skills, i think Ha Yu and Wayne Lai will stand a good chance.

As for the best actress award which she doesn't want to win, who looks promising to her (who does she support or think will win)? When this was mentioned, she said: "What dramas are there this year? erm.. what cat ah, dog ah? I think Myolie Wu, Tavia, they all are good... i really don't know. I have been busy filming the past few months, don't really know what dramas are on now." She said that it is better that it can't be guessed so that there will be surprises.

Credits: myoliewu.org, China Papers, linnette_zj @ Myolie Wu Forum
Posted by: mv_288 @ AsianFanatics

Hongkong - Wu Yanzu's (Daniel Wu) real girlfriend Lisa S, and her boyfriend's "rumored" girlfriend Kelly Lin met at a fashion show yesterday (August 28), a collision of two women for a great fashion show, it was amazing! However, Lisa eventually jokingly exclaimed "He's (referring to her boyfriend) still mine !" While Kelly declares freedom (from rumors).

Daniel Wu was seen earlier with sexy actress Kelly Lin in Taiwan having dinner then allegedly reported he held her hand before they went home, the rumored romance sparked! Kelly Lin and Daniel's girlfriend Lisa S.yesterday were together at the launching of Paul Shark fashion show, first time after the trouble of Kelly and Daniel romance rumors . Kelly Lin was a guest star on the show, while Lisa models for the clothing. There were nor rivalry, no sense of jealousy, and the reporters asked Lisa S. for a photograph with Kelly at the end of the show. Initially she was slightly embarrassed, she then promised them for it. When Lisa was first interviewed, seeing Kelly from afar she waved at her as an indication to greet her,then the two eventually came together and embraced each other. In addition to that, the two seem to chat a lot non-stop. The reporters then asked the two some questions and they seem to come prepared, and "pretended not to like each other."

When asked if she feels embarrassed meeting Lisa, Kelly said: "Why would I?" (you were rumored dating Daniel?) We're just friends!" (Have you dine along with Lisa ,too?). "We've met before, a few years ago, but I haven seen any of her works yet." (So you and Daniel, what's the real score?) "He's a friend and I knew him for a long time." When a reporter asked if there are oppurtunities for them to develop a relationship in the future,even if the the question was not finished yet, Kelly immediately said: "No!" We're only friends, nothing special." (Any bad impression for Daniel?) "All good." (If Daniel has no girlfriend?).She dint comment. (What can you say about Lisa?) "She's very pretty,very nice." Then the reporters asked her on the topic of a "secret love object", she just said " I cant speak about it."

As for Lisa, she said she doesn't personally know Kelly, she did not know Kelly will be present on the show, but she had met her before. She said: "We met several times before. I was actually called by my mother overseas in the United States when she saw the news and asked me if I was breaking up with Daniel." She confidently and teasingly said:" Sorry Lady ! He's (referring to her boyfriend) still mine! " Kelly expressed," no chance! "But Lisa 's attitude is also very good, she said she did not meet up with Kelly before this and she was embarrassed: "We have always ignored this Bulls**t rumors! When Daniel was rumored with Kelly, I know about it. I didn't call her about it.No arguments! Because I know they are good friends." (you don't mind your boyfriend being rumored to others?) "It's ok!" (you didn't let Daniel explain ?) There's no need, he doesn't also mind and he knows that most of my friends are men."

Source: http://www.sina.com.cn
Credits: KellyLinthread @ AsianFanatics

Hong Kong actress and singer Miriam Yeung spent a memorable night with music fans at the "Moov Live" concert, which kicked off on Wednesday night.

The small-scale concert with the theme of "Aloha", a traditional Hawaiian greeting, helped create a joyful atmosphere. Surf boards decorated the stage, and all the people at the concert were given flowers as gifts.

To match the stage setting, Miriam Yeung and her band members also wore colorful Hawaiian-style clothing.

The versatile singer sang 9 songs, including 6 new songs that appeared to go over well with her enthusiastic fans.

Source: CRIENGLISH.com
Posted by: francesca @ AsianFanatics

It had been 5 years since Hong Kong idol Andy Lau staged a concert in Singapore, it will happen again this December at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Other than a concert, Andy will also perform magic which he had prepared for a long time.

This Wonderful World concert tour kicked off in September last year, it had been to 15 cities in Mainland China before returning to Hong Kong for the Christmas and New Year countdown, into the year of 2008 the world touring begins.

The concert titled Wonderful World comes from his good blessings to human and earth, hope to use high technologies on the stage to allow the audience to experience journey to the galaxy, it also means that going into the new century, the world would have a better tomorrow.

The concert promoter Unusual said that the company had invested heavily to create a new stage to create a new experience in visual and audio, the imported equipment from Japan already cost ten thousands over dollars, it includes the transparent LED screen which will be used in the Chinese population for the first time, combining with lighting effects, it will be the audience into a flawless magical world.

For the Singapore stop, 30 cargoes will be used to transport the equipments, there will be 150 crew members from Hong Kong and Japan. Other than the stage designs and lightings, evergreen Andy will also be singing all his popular songs which includes 'Yi Qi Zuo Guo De Ri Zhi', 'Wang Qing Shui'. Zhong Guo Ren', 'Ben Xiao Hai', 'Ai Ni Yi Wan Nian', 'Ni Shi Wo De Nv Ren', 'Nan Ren Ku Ba Bu Shi Zui' and many more.

The date of the concert will be 12 December 2008 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, ticket prices ranged from $118 to $198.

Source: Lian He Zao Bao
Credits: AndyLauSounds

TVB new series "The Legend of the Demigods" held a promotional event yesterday. The cast that attended include Linda Chung, Benny Chan, Nancy Wu, Halina Tam, Kara Hui and Stephen Au etc. One of the games they played was to transfer the fruit to the opposite table but weren't allowed to use their hands. Linda was careless and knocked over a plate of fruit. Stephen didn’t care about hygiene and used his toes to pick up the grapes from the floor. Linda and Benny cooperated very well together. Not only did they joke around on the stage but fed each other pieces of fruit while taking pictures. Linda stated that the series viewing rating were around 27-28 points but she had no time to watch her own performance.

Linda who has recently released her debut album went to Toronto for 2 days earlier to do a live show. She had the opportunity to sing 8 songs and felt it was like performing her own concert. However, she didn’t sing her own songs because she was worried the audience may get bored since they weren't familiar with them. Also her album was currently not available for sale overseas. Therefore, she sang other artists songs. "My fan’s in Toronto asked their friends in Hong Kong to help them buy my album. While I was doing autographs, many fans handed me the CD they brought for me to sign. I will certainly sing my own songs for them next time I'm there. Although, Linda was busy promoting her album and filming new series "Dogs on the Beat", she still found time to earn extra money by doing live shows. She claimed that she will go on vacation right after she finishes filming the new series to reward herself for her hardwork. She has chosen to go to Cuba with her family as it’s cheap and a beautiful place.

Source: Oriental Daily, Takungpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

The new season of TVB's lifestyle programme about the property market "Living Up" will be hosted by Vanessa Yeung, Selina Li and Candy Cheung. They appeared at the press conference together yesterday and were rewarded prizes. Vanessa was given a Mini cushion, Selina a bikini and Candy a set of cutlery.

Selina stated that it is was her first time hosting a programme and she found it very difficult because her Chinese is not very good. Also she had to read many 4 character Chinese proverbs. It was not the same as how she could express herself casually as in a TV series. But she also hopes to be able to do hosting work as well as acting in her career. The reporter mentioned that her boyfriend Patrick Tang started his career as a host. Asked if she would ask him for advice? She suddenly said "Is he that smart?" The reporter pointed out that he had hosted "Jade Solid Gold" and "Foodie 2 Shoes". She replied "That type of feel is very different from this feel. I intend to ask Anna Yau and Amigo Chui for advice. (Are you really not going to ask your boyfriend for advice?) "He’s busy filming a TV series". Selina expressed that she was very excited about visiting numerous designer houses and apartments . She hopes that she will quickly become a home owner. The reporter then said that Patrick's dream house is a 3 floor village house. Selina claimed that she liked architecture that looked very western but she can accept living in a village house. But she had never looked at a property with Patrick before. Asked what she would do if Patrick suddenly bought her a house? She says “I will be very shocked “.

Source: Takungpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Niki Chow, Adam Cheng and Patrick Tang were filming for new series "King of Billards" yesterday, the scene talked about Niki being followed by her father Adam, but in reality Niki's parents gives her much freedom, never had they followed her: "But I have experienced being followed by a Fan when I was going home, I had to get out of my car and tell them to stop it!" On her birthday she expressed that she celebrated with her fans, Reporters teased her and said would she hope that rumored boyfriend Kevin Cheng could work with her? She said: "Luckily its not! (Invite Kevin?) That day we both needed to work, I myself did not dare to call him out!" As for Adam did not want to talk much about his distributation of estates, he said: "I dont want to talk about it, I rather not!"

Also, earlier Niki filmed the MV of her new song 《輕飄飄》, the director requested to use her to shoot an Ad for female products.

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

Eason Chan, who just returned to Hong Kong from Taiwan, was seen in Kowloon City on August 23, 2008 filming a segment for the upcoming film 金錢帝國 Money Empire (tentative), whose cast includes two Best Supporting Actors, Tony Leung Ka Fai and Anthony Wong Chau Sung. For his segment, Eason had to act like he was drunk, fall down to the ground and bang his head against the wall.

Even after banging his head against the wall and falling to the ground, Wong Jing (producer) was not satisfied and personally guided the camera angle, which led to Eason having to fall down on the stairs 5 to 6 times before everything was set, and ended up taking a couple of hours. Despite his arms and legs red and swollen from the bumping and falling there were no complaints; he is indeed earning his money the hard way.

(Note: New tentative title is 金錢帝國 Money Empire, previously rumored title was 金錢世界 Money's World.)

Source: oriental daily & the sun
Credits: Eason Chan 101
Posted by: mv_288 @ AsianFanatics

The code that represent the Olympic Games is 080808. When Andy Lau attended the closing ceremony, he was also wearing some codes, there is a secret within those three lines of codes. This is the creative idea of Belgium's new age fashion designer Martin Margiela, he set up Maison Martin Margiela (MMM) in 1988, the numbers 0 - 23 each represent different types, the number 10 is being circled on Andy's T-shirt which represent mens fashion.

Source: Tom.com
Credits: AndyLauSounds

As you all know, Kelly took part in the Closing Ceremony for the Olympics in which she was very nervous for! "This was the most nerve-racking one because EVERYONE was watching this. From all my performance...this had the most people!" My fiance was watching at home on the TV.

Kelly's Wedding Details

Her wedding dress along with the wedding invitations are all ready. My dress will have blossoming flowers as well as diamonds!

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc

Yesterday night Joey returned to Hong Kong from Beijing. She was very happy and excited to be a part of the Closing Ceremony. Compared to all her other performances this one was the HIGH-est. She said, "Me, Jacky Chan and Nicolas Tse were backstage when a lot of volunteers and workers from the Olympics ran up to us and kissed us! My face was covered with saliva! My lipstick and makeup was ruined. However, at the time it was a historical moment for the country so I understand."

"My vehicle and Beckham's vehicle crossed paths...he winked and waved!" Tse who stayed to help felt the opening and closing ceremony were very successful. "This helped the Chinese give one breathe of air!" (a Chinese saying)

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc

Moses, Tavia, Lee Si Kei and some of the other Moonlight Resonance cast attended a promotional event yesterday, where they handed out mooncakes! Aside from handing out mooncakes they played games on stage (i.e. limbo dancing as you can see Moses doing!) However, it was very hectic and chaotic because the crowd were all fighting to grab the mooncakes.

In regards to the situation Tavia said, "Before it was very dangerous! People were pulling and tugging to get the mooncakes. The basket almost got taken away! I didn't know the mooncakes were such a big hit! No one came to get our autographs." The reporters wanted to know if she got hurt but it was evident with the scratches on her arm by the over-enthusiastic fans.

Michelle Yim and her hair!

It has been stated that her hair looked exactly the same as a character in a Chinese cartoon show. She said that she does not mind, she feels her hair is very current and in. "My hair stylist's friend used my photo to get a haircut just like mine. My character and role requires me to embody the haircut and the clothing style presented...it's very unique and special!"

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc

Recently Chris Lai Lok Yi has been scolded by Netizens saying that he's a bad boy, turns out that it was because in "Moonlight Resonances" his role as Hoh Ma's son was helping Auntie Hung (Michelle Yim) instead of his own mother (Lee See Kei). Yesterday he attended a function and was asked if he gets scolded at by housewives when he's out in the streets? He said: "Lately I haven't been going out that much, netizens has someone to yell at that means the outcome is a success, he does not mind." He also reveals that when Kate comes in, he will be even worst: "She plays my wife, she's going to help Auntie Hung fight against Hoh Ma, Auntie Hung uses me to split the family property. (Is your mom watching?) Yes, she also said that I'm a bad boy and why I had long hair. I feel that the long hair look makes it look like a Young Master, later I would get beaten up!"

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

Tavia Yeung and Ron Ng just celebrated their birthdays this weekend together, they celebrated with their fans. Turns out that the both of them celebrated their birthday with fans 6 times. That day, the two received birthday cake and gifts from fans. Tavia's greatest happiness is that her fans are able to pass their examination and can come to see her, when she saw an A on their report card, she would laugh and say that its the best gift. As for her birthday wish, Tavia hopes that her family and herself will be healthy because recently her health has not been as well as before.

As to the 6th time she celebrated her birthday with Ron Ng, she feels happy as it feels like she grew up with him, there is a lot of chemistry between them. So will Tavia and Ron have a chance to become a couple? She immediately shook her head saying No. Asked if it was because Ron has too many rumors? Tavia denied, she explains that because she is too familiar with Ron, the feeling is like sister and brother, also she is older than Ron by 2 days, so there won't be any "brother-sister" relationship. But, she greatly praises Ron that he's a good guy and does not feel that he's a player. She also believes and sighs that his rumors are met by chance.

Clarifies rumors with Toby, It's a Joke

That day many of Ron's fans came from many different places, including Canada, HangZhou, Shanghai, Beijing, etc. Ron's most happy about his fans making a series for him, the creation had a collection of his debut pictures in it and the gift was very thoughtful. This year, his birthday wish is to have good health and less rumors. He also feels that Tavia and him has known each other for 10+ years, they both are have the same horoscope, have lots of chemistry, but will not develop a relationship.

Also there was a report that said Ron cheated on rumored girlfriend Charmaine Sheh with Toby Leung. Toby admitted herself on facebook that she has contacts with Ron and also posted intimate photos of the two. Ron denied to the rumors about them dating, he said that he never used Facebook, the picture was taken when they were filming "Men in Pain". He hopes that everyone don't believe this, he already knew Toby before he entered the entertainment industry, he says that the report is just a joke.

Source: Mingpao, Oriental Daily, The Sun
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Myolie Wu's acting had often been a discussion topic netizens have discussed about. Earlier she appeared in the series "When a Dog Loves a Cat" and was criticized for her acting being too exaggerated. Also that she lacked chemistry with lead partner Gallen Lo.

Myolie Thanked Gallen for his support and also claimed that the public had always criticized her acting but she will accept the comments and suggestions. She cannot control what others say about her. (Asked whether she felt bad about it?) She said she personally hopes everyone will like her but she cannot be in charge of that. (Will you reduce the exaggerating in your acting?) She says she will do her best to improve. (Do you feel that you lack fate with the audience that’s why they often criticize you?) Myolie appeared helpless and didn’t know how to respond. She expressed that she had just finished filming "Burning Flame 3" and will start recording her debut album.

Linda Chung has a head start in releasing her album

Asked whether she felt Linda Chung had a head start in releasing her debut album before her? Myolie claimed that both of them are from different record companies and do not need to compete in release dates. Today is Liza Wang’s birthday and she wants to treat her a meal to celebrate. Asked if Bosco Wong will attend? Myolie replied by saying she would need to see if he had the time.

Yesterday evening, Myolie appeared with a new image wearing a Jean Paul Gaultier dress. But she was also told her look was similar to Michelle Yim’s character (Hong Yi) in "Moonlight Resonance". Myolie expressed that she saw the short hairstyle in a magazine and thought it was pretty, therefore she attempted to wear this wig to try out the new look.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Kate Tsui recently had rumors reporting that she didn't get on with Sharon Chan, Christine Ng and Kingdom Yuen while filming the new series "Beautiful HD". Yesterday the series had a blessing event and Christine Ng didn’t attend due to being unwell. It seemed that Kingdom and Kate had no communication at the event. Kate said "We are all getting along and nobody is having problems. We are all just working. When we first started filming I wasn't able to concentrate very well and had to retake several scenes. I know that I had affected others and I apologize, I felt a little embarrassed." Also Kate admitted in Eileen Cha's radio programme that because she wasn’t feeling too well she appeared late for filming and hoped her colleagues did not mind.

The other main lead Sharon Chan denied that she had been grouping up with Christine and Kingdom and treating Kate badly. Sharon says "We have been getting on very well, perhaps it's due to the storyline talking about me, Kate and Christine fighting each other in the series and because the atmosphere is serious that there have been misunderstandings about us. It's only because we had got into character." As for Sharon slapping Kate's face in the series and Kate needing to apply ice cubes to relieve the pain. Sharon stressed that it was the producer's request in doing a real slap. She had also discussed beforehand and taken off her ring to avoid any injuries. "I did not see her apply ice cubes on her face, I think you will have to ask the person involved." Sharon suddenly used "the person involved" to address Kate, it seemed they weren't very close. Sharon said "Christine is my god sister, Kingdom had worked with me in "Welcome to the House". It's the first time I have worked with Kate. Of course my relationship with my god sister is much closer. I also separate who are friends and who are work colleagues.

Kingdom Yuen Admits there is no conversation

Kingdom said "I have worked with Kate 3 times, but we have quite a big age gap and we have different topics." (Does that mean you don't have conversation's?) "Yes, while working we will discuss things about the work but not anything to do with our personal life. There has not been much news lately and then someone has a car crash and gets reported. I had a car crash before her but no one reported about me. I have slapped Christine 10 times or more and no one reports about me. I guess that's just life".

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Yesterday Kenneth Ma and Amigo Chui were shooting an advertisement for men's skincare center - MSC. In front of the camera, they are to portray a handsome man, showing the wet side of their body. In order to match with the promotion effort and the new generation of HD, Kenneth erases his big boy impression, appearing all wet and naked, revealing a more naughty side of him. Amigo was responsible for portraying a healthy image, showing vitality with his vest.

Kenneth laughed and said that he likes his wet look the most, usually he has a gentlemen look. He never thought of revealing this type of image and having the public approve. The response was that people said he was naughty looking, and also his skin has been taken care of well. The positive response gave him more confidence. Amigo Chui also stepped into the generation of HD, many artistes true skin tones are revealed clearly through HD, currently Amigo has no stress over his skin, which is one less of a mental worry for him.

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

Ron Ng and Charmaine Sheh have had alot of rumors recently. But earlier Benny Chan accepted i-cable channel's TV interview revealing his previous relationship stating "He is waiting for his old love to return and continue their relationship." Also Toby Leung who has had previous rumors with Ron has been drawn into it, as it was claimed she was going to compete with Charmaine. It seemed it was confusingly becoming a relationship involving 4 people. A magazine reported that Toby revealed she was dating Ron in her Facebook account. But Ron and Toby clarified yesterday that someone was making false statements and spreading it across the internet.

The reports stated that Toby and Ron had previously paired up together in 2 TV series portraying lovers as well as husband and wife. This led them to create sparks with each other. But Ron's rumored girlfriend had changed to Charmaine Sheh recently. Although, the reports claimed Toby didn't mind, her face book account revealed that she was dating Ron and there were also some intimate pictures posted.

Yesterday Toby clarified that she was confused about the reports because she had never signed up on Facebook. Her Management said " The person who is claiming to be Toby on Facebook had been using Toby's Yahoo Blog information and posted the same blog pictures on Facebook. Toby has never had a Facebook account because she has always felt there are too many fake people on the internet. She doesn't know their real identities and not sure whether they are her friends. That is why she will not open a Facebook account. Toby does not know who is claiming to be her and it will be difficult to do anything about it".

Ron expressed that he had received a SMS from Toby explaining the Facebook rumors. He said" Toby said that the Facebook account was Fake, I can understand because I have also experienced someone opening a Facebook account and posting my pictures claiming they were me. I had to warn my friends about it so they won't get fooled. " Ron explained that he knew Toby before she was in the industry and the pictures reported as intimate were just from TV series. He says "The reports about the relationship involving 4 people is just a laughable joke."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

Sherman Chung attended a radio event with her younger sister Chung Shu Kei yesterday. In addition the event organisers arranged for a Sherman lookalike to appear as well. Therefore it seemed there were 3 Sherman's at the event making the atmosphere very funny. Sherman revealed that she had previously seen someone on the internet who looked exactly like herself, even more alike than her younger sister. When she showed the pictures to her work colleagues they said it was very freaky.

Due to Sherman and her sister resembling each other, they often have alot of confusions. Sherman says "My younger sister will complain sometimes. When she is eating out or shopping many people will approach her and ask if she is Sherman Chung. She feel's helpless in those situations. She has currently finished her studies and would like to find a part-time job. But she is quite worried because we resemble each other too much and she feel's awkward."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianuniverse.net

For the movie 《保持通話》 Big S was under a lot of stress. Nick Cheung was asked his opinion on Big S and her stress, he said that she works hard and that it's even harder with the different environment and acting roles which influences her mood. He also says that it is hard for her but not as hard as him.

Nick has gone through depression before and the reporters asked, "How are you now?" He said, "I'm good now. I left Hong Kong for too long, acted a lot with so many different roles. If only I could do just Hong Kong movies."

Reporter: In the movie, you are seen with a girl on your left side and a girl on your right!

Nick: Oh, they were only five years old! I told my wife and she laughed at me. Even if they weren't she would believe that I would not do anything to betray her. She knows that I would not do such a thing that only causes pain.

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc

Stephy and Kary are in a commercial together as models. A makeup artist teacher was invited and gave them around twenty different looks. It spanned from cute to edgy to fierce! They had to wear the same wigs and at times looked like Barbie. Their workers joked around and said that they looked like twins so they better not mix up the two.

Stephy and Kary are also working together in a movie called 《絕代雙嬌》. They always arrive early to prepare, take three hour break, and then leave around 2AM.

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc

Miriam, Jan Lamb, Fama and Eric Kwok are holding "08 Music Is Live 2nd show" at Asia Expo on 20th September. Other than Jan Lamb who was not in Hong Kong, the rest attended the press conference. Miriam and Eric, Luk Wing and C Kwan exchanged t-shirts.

Miriam expressed that in this show, they will do things that they have not done before. Hence she'll dance Waltz with Eric Kwok while the singing parts are left for Jan Lamb. Miriam said that there's lots of things she had not tried, like doing Fama's rap. She might play the drums and instruments that she hasn't learned. "It's really like a triathlon, like gymnastics. I hope to achieve Gold medal standard." Previously when she was guest for Fama's concert, the 2 made fun of her rumor. Miriam said she's also prepared they will talk about her this time, but she's fine if the atmosphere is good.

There's news saying because Miriam did not renew her contract with TVB previously, her popularity dropped. So she had to renew her contract recently to have TVB as a strong backing. Miriam said the 2 most important contracts in her life is the management contract and singer contract. After signing this 2 contracts, she'll leave other matters to her manager. She joked, "therefore I'm very willing to let people earn my 20% commission." Miriam said that doing good movies and singing good songs are her real market values. She's only worried she hasn't done good enough, and other things she won't care. Some said she hosted Mr Hong Kong because she renew her contract with TVB. Miriam replied she was being invited by He Liquan long ago to be the host. That time was when she returned after a charity visit with her, she was being asked if she was interested. That time she hasn't signed on TVB. When asked if she feels her popularity dropped when she didn't sign on TVB, she replied "popularity comes when there's appearance for work. There's no standard for popularity. Most importantly is to have quality in work and the audience like it. If I appear very often just for sake of popularity, I'm afraid people will lose appetite."

Credits: Thousand Island Singapore Miriam News Blog
Translated by: Gaozai

Ron Ng and Tavia Yeung celebrated their 29th birthdays with fans. Tavia said, "Ron and I have celebrated our birthdays together for the past years. The feeling is like growing up together. We have special tacit understanding." It was noted that fans of Ron and Tavia wanted the two to be a couple. Tavia laughed and joked that she is older than Ron and did not want an older sister-brother relationship. When asked if she dislikes Ron having so many rumours, she said, "The rumours can't be trusted. Ron is a very good boy. Unfortunately, we met a little late." Tavia accidentally added that Ron is taken, but did not reveal who the lucky person is.

Random FYI: Tavia was born on August 30, 1979 (like Niki Chow) and Ron September 2, 1979.

Source: Ming Pao
Translation by: cx839 @ http://virtuesofharmony.net/tvbmemories

A magazine reported that Sammi is in a new relationship after being single for 7 years but according to insiders, the rumoured boyfriend (Elmond Yeung Chi-Sam) is actually already in a relationship with someone of the same sex. Reporters asked Sammi's manager, Wallace Kwok on the rumour and he said that Elmond Yeung is Stanley Kwan's script writer. They have struck a friendship from and will meet often to catch up. Wallace added that Sammi already has a few things lined up in the coming months. She will be doing some promotional works for her new movie, before heading to Genting, Malaysia for a concert. In October, she will make a trip to Inner Mongolia under World Vision.

On a seperate interview, Andy Hui was asked about the rumour and after inspecting the magazine, he said that he also knows the man in the photo and doubt that the news is true. However, even if it is true, there is nothing wrong with Sammi being in a relationship. Later, he joked that such news also can make it to the front cover. Andy also said that during his birthday, Sammi left a message to wish him a happy birthday and sang him a song. When he got back from his concert tour, he called Sammi up to wish her a happy birthday but have mistaken the person on the phone for Sammi. The person that picked up the phone was actually her sister who sounds just like Sammi!

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Translated by: RiPleY @ sammicheng.pop.tv
Posted by: Sammi_2nite @ AsianFanatics

The "bride" is Charmaine Sheh! On 18th, TVB leading actress Charmaine Sheh appeared at Guangzhou for promotional event by A-Fontane, representing the wedding beddings collection. Charmaine, who is currently enjoying her holiday break looks glowing. When asked when is her turn to get married, she expressed that she is busy organizing her younger brother's wedding and she is still waiting for her other half to appear before thinking further. Regarding her rumored boyfriend of many years; Benny Chan's remark on a chat show that he has an unforgettable and memorable love relationship, Charmaine simply replied: "If it (love) belongs in the past, then it should remain the past."

Benny Chan not her unforgettable love

Earlier, Benny accepted an interview with i-Cable's Entertainment News Channel and revealed in the interview: "I've once have a love relationship, which I thought will led to marriage but it still ended. When you don't cherish it, you will never learn to regret... but I am still waiting." Though Benny did not point out the lady he is referring to, but when the host hinted her as Charmaine, he did not completely deny it either. The reporters asked Charmaine whether she is touched by such sincere speech from an ex-lover hoping for reconciliation, she then replied: "Everything I do, I will consider them thoroughly before making decision. Once I've made my decision, nothing can change them. If it belongs in the past, then it should remain the past." She expressed that in the journey of love she never looks back, only towards the future.

Asked if she had any memorable and unforgettable love, Charmaine did not mention Benny Chan, but instead her first love. "Because I was still young back then, only 18 years old. I am very happy that we are still friends. He is now very happy with a son and a daughter. I feel happy for him too."

Getting married too many times in series, doesn't look forward to lavish wedding

Charmaine's younger brother is going to get married soon. Regarding her younger brother 'getting ahead', leaving her as the only single in her family, Charmaine joked: "I am now preparing everything for him, consider it as my wedding rehearsal! I don't have marriage plans at the moment, wait until my other half appear." What type of wedding she looks forward to? "Actually, I've thought of using the traditional bride sedan in the past because it reflects the Chinese traditions. However it is very difficult to fulfill in Hong Kong. I've filmed many TV series and advertisements in different wedding dresses and settings therefore I would prefer a simple wedding ceremony."

Charmaine revealed that her 30 episodes series [Turbulence] with Liza Wang, Joe Ma and Raymond Wong will be aired as TVB anniversary series during September/October. In the series, she portrayed a sampan porridge seller. Hopefully the series could support her in getting nominated.

Source: Southcn.com 20/08/2008
Credits: Sehseh's Blog

Singaporean singer Stefanie Sun was honor and delighted to be invited to perform at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games closing ceremony. She touched down at Beijing 5 days in advance for the recording of the closing ceremony theme song, seize the chance to tour around Beijing to experience the different atmosphere that Olympics brought to the city.

While waiting in the dressing room for their performance at the closing ceremony, all singers' discussion was around the Olympic Games, Paralympics Games ambassador Andy Lau was so familiar with all the competition of the Olympic Games and upcoming Paralympics Games, Stefanie was surprised of the involvement and support of the Olympics from Andy.

As there was still time for them to perform, to kill time, the singers all took photographs with one another to kill time. As both of them was wearing white, Andy and Stephanie took a few photographs together with intimate poses and funny expressions.

After the closing ceremony performance, the singers could not control their excitement after returning to the dressing room as they hugged each other, took photographs together to celebrate the success of the Olympic Games. On seeing Stefanie wearing a red dress, an excited Andy grabbed a red Olympic scarf to take a few photographs with her.

Source: Sina.com
Credits: AndyLauSounds

It was Gaile Lok's 28th birthday but that night she was at a Gucci show modeling. She had just recently come back from the United States visiting relatives, but she did celebrate her birthday early with Leon Lai. That night they didn't go out due to the typhoon, they just stayed home to eat and watch television. They were also with their friends.

The reporters wanted to know what Leon gave her as a birthday gift, she smiled and replied, "A cake! We don't have the habit of giving gifts." The reporters also asked if he used the wedding as a gift and all she did was smile sweetly. When asked the possibility of a baby she said "not yet." She also mentioned that she gives her blessing to Carina and Tony. After the show, Gaile indicated that will return home with her family and not go out.

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: The Sun

Stephanie Cheng, Ella Koon, and JJ Jia attended an event for computers at the Wanzai Convention center despite the typhoon. Ella actually spent $15,000 (HK dollars) on computers!

The night before the event was held, Stephanie and Ella went out to catch a movie with some friends and accidentally bumped into a couple from the entertainment world and thought it was very funny!

JJ's nightout

JJ also went out that night, although she is aware that is it dangerous she enjoys the feeling of driving at night. She knows not to do anything bad or illegal because she does not want to trouble the police and/or the firemen. She mentioned that there was one time when she was on the bus and someone touched her, she immediately scolded and yelled at that person and got off the bus.

Translated by: timeless @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: on.cc