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TVB has many charismatic actresses and Selena Li is one of the leaders. Of course, if you describe her this way, she would look too plain and pale in that city of beauties, but it turns out that charismatic actresses are the best choice. Subtle and popularity equaled are both important, it is like a sky full of stars. Sometimes tranquil and cute and sometimes gentle, with that mild fragrance, mentally refreshing, slowly a kind of a faraway charm is growing and her charm plays when one does not know of it, that kind of great feeling makes the people who are mesmerised by her return it and love her.

Having taken part in Miss Hong Kong pageant, she was only able to win two awards, her smile is hard for the judges to forget, and this is true charm. Beauty like a sky of stars can be like the clouds on an early morning or van be like the evening atmosphere and this is Selena's beauty. Having joined TVB for many years, she constantly works hard for every role she portrays, she can be the upright ancient fighter, like Yin Ye Loi and Nam Yeuk Fei, bringing certain feelings of being unreasonable and hotness. And she can be the gentle and soft-spoken modern poor girl, like Cheng Choi Yuk and Yuen Jing, the deep sadness makes people deeply touched because of her acting.

Selena Li, who has worked hard for many years, has five dramas released this year, and one of them is her role in [Forensic Heroes II], which was the best. Cat Lee was one of her breakthrough roles, bringing feeling of unreasonability and that of the successful female lady, with an outer appearance of being cold and cool but an inner heart of frantic is a great difference. Even though it was just a guest role, but her charisma does not lose out to the female lead. And in her upcoming series, [When Easterly Showers Fall On the Sunny West] and [Just Love II], Selena will continue to bring surprises. As the gentle breeze blows, her mild yet exotic frangrance will flow by slowly and quietly.

Credits: http://selena.tkn-portrait.net/news/

Main Casts: Tavia Yeung, Charmaine Sheh, Kevin Cheng, Susanna Kwan, Michelle Yim, Wai Ying Hung, Christine Ng, Moses Chan

Attraction: talks about the period of Dynasty Tang, Tavia Yeung, Charmaine Sheh acted as two young Palace maids who suffer a lot. In the end, they separately become Emperor's Concubine and the Chief of Maids, and the Officers that previously bullied them - Michelle Yim, Wai Ying Hung, Christine Ng, Susanna Kwan received revenge from Tavia Yeung. Charmaine Sheh repays wrongs with kindness. The series is nicknamed Hong Kong's version of Jewel in the Palace, epicting the ancient life in the Palace.

Credits: to Akazukin @ AsianFanatics

The start of the article talks about Charmaine and Gigi slowing giving up their places as TVB's top Fa Dans and Myolie Wu's fluctuating acting skills; Sonija's lack of fate with the audience; Mellisa Ng having given all she's got and Bernice's contract issues, leaving some of the second class actresses with hopes of promotion...

Other five articles: Linda Chung, Selena Li, Yan Yi (daughter of Adam Cheng and Fei Fei), Suki Chui and Niki Chow.

Tavia Yeung
Age: 29
Entered Entertainment Industry: 1999 through the 13th TVB Acting Class
Series in 07/08: On the First Beat; Fathers and Sons; Building Blocks of Life; Heart of Greed; Moonlight Resonance and imminent series include Lau Sam Ho and Sweetness in the Salt.

In the past nine years Tavia hasn't had to fret about a lack of acting opportunities, though even as a frequent second lead, she has remained quite anonymous. Even newcomers who've entered the industry afer her have surpassed her one by one. Regardless how much she tries, her efforts have often gone unnoticed, leaving them in vain.

"I don't have the background, the "backstage support", what do I possibly have to compete with?"

Short of persistence, you won't get an opportunity. Moonlight Resonance has finally put an end to her dangling fortune.

"I really enjoy and treasure this, because one or two months later, people might forget who you are."

It's this simple sense of perserverance that makes Tavia deserving of an opportunity.

Selena Li
Age: 27
Year entered entertainment industry: 2003
Way she entered the entertainment industry: Took part in Miss Hong Kong, and won Miss Photogenic and Miss Talent
07/08 Dramas: On The First Beat, Survivor's Law 2, The Master Of Tai Chi, The Most Beautiful Seventh Day, Forensic Heroes 2, The Four and When Easterly Showers Fall On The Sunny West
Upcoming Dramas: Just Love 2 and Palace Scheme/Lau Sam Ho
An artiste's greatest regret is to miss one more step into the winning circle. Having filmed many B-standard series, one after another, there are few people who actually know her name. Becoming famous waits for no one and if she still does not film a popular role, she will follow in the footsteps of Elaine Yiu, Leila Tong and sharon chan and become another sister who cannot rise.

Translated by: (Tavia Yeung Part) lonilonei @ AsianFanatics
Translated by: (Selena Li Part) http://selena.tkn-portrait.net/news/

Miriam attended Mingpao's anniversary party even though she's sick. She said that she has already seen the doctor but had to take 3 jabs due to sensitive trachea. She had to shoot the music video for her mandarin song in the afternoon for 6, 7 hours straight, hence felt a bit tired. She'll be going to Beijing end of this month to film the drama "Ji Xiao Lan 4" with Zhang Guoli. She admits feeling a bit stress, "There are quite a bit of fighting scenes. I'll be disguising as a guy again because my role opens a 'Biao Ju'(security courier services)." As Beijing's weather will be cold, Miriam prepared to bring thermal packs, heater and mobile toilet. She estimates to film 10 days there and come back Hong Kong to attend awards shows and then return to continue filming in Beijing.

Credits: Thousand Island Singapore - Miriam's News

Being a hot favourite to win an award at this years 41st TVB Anniversary, Lee Sze Kei arrived at Jacqueline Law's wedding store with Shirley Yeung to find their gowns for the big night. Last year, Sze Kei Jie wore a bright red dress and won the "Best Actress Award", and seeing that tried on a red dress this year, she smiles: "This year I might choose to wear gold or silver, giving the viewers a fresh new look!" (How would you prepare the "battle" beforehand?) "Last night, I have already started to eat half a bowl of rice to lose some weight!" (Are you confident?) "There will be more competition this year, because I did win the award last year already. There is this saying where I am 'confident but there is no chance'!"

Shirley, on the other hand will be performing a dance at the Sales Presentation along with Bernice Liu and Angela Tong. She says: "I'm sure that there will be alot of people there that night. My main role this year is the host of the variety show programs. I will also be probably filming next year. I do hope that I will receive a good script."

Translated By: Blue_Angel_12 @ SZEKI WORLD NEWSROOM

The anniversary of TVB is a day where most fa dans dress to look their best and being the who doesn't know how to dress well, Shirley Yeung has prepared early this year and have specially chosen a beautiful gown.

Shirley's taste have always been criticised and in order to avoid more bad comments this year, she has prepared a sexy night gown which shows off her figure specially chosen for this big event. When asked if she was getting ready because Sonija Kwok revealed that she was going to wear something sexy as well, Shirley laughs: "Of course not! On the night, everyone will look really good and I don't mind people comparing us. It only happens once a year, so I must try to look my best!"

Other than the gown, Shirley and Selena Li have both arrived at a jewellers to try on seven-figure sum jewelleries. Shirley says: "On the night, I will have to be very careful. I must stay very alert, because sometimes I am quite clumsy." (Do you have any of your own jewellery?) "I do have a ring worth a few thousand dollars. It has a lot of commemoration value because my mum gave it to me as a graduation present."

Although Shirley's aim is simply to attend the anniversary, but this year she has not been nominated for any awards. However, she supports Ha Yu and Lee Sze Kei to get the "Best Male & Female Artiste" award, and good friend Selena will take home the "Most Improved Actress" award.

Translated By: Blue_Angel_12 @ SZEKI WORLD NEWSROOM

Recently, Shirley Yeung and Timmy Hung was sent to Singapore, along with a group of models for some travelling promotional filming. While they were there, they ate alot of countries delicacies and as a result, Shirley gained a total of 5 pounds! The girls wore bikinis and the guys where topless, whereas Shirley who didn't needed to wore a swimsuit, stole most of the limelight. However, facing a number of well-built men, she reveals that she feel a little bit awkward: "There is a some tension between us, because all of them are so muscly!"

In Singapore, Shirley also saw the world's second largest turtle. She says: "Although its only a model, but it's the same as the real thing, it's so cute." As well as taking photos with models, Shirley also went on a few rides - such as the ferris wheel, roller coaster and sky ride.

Translated By: Blue_Angel_12 @ SZEKI WORLD NEWSROOM

This year’s Southern Grand Awards (南方盛典晚会) will again present awards including ‘Most Popular TV Actor (Actress)’, etc awards, which has recently listed the nominations for the awards.

Nominated stars this year include artists from three lands such as Liu Yun Long, Li You Bin, Tong Da Wei, Raymond Lam, Li Xiao Ran, Huo Si Yan, Michelle Ye, Cherrie Ying, Jessica Hsuan, etc as well as reputable directors such as Zeng Li Zhen, Xiao Guang Hui etc.They will be competing for ‘Best Actor (Actress) of the Year’, ‘Most Popular Actor (Actress) of the Year’, etc awards.To best reflect the choices of audience, the viewing points and professional opinions, as well as votes from audience will be taken into account.

Source: Sohu Entertainment
Credits: Michelle Ye's Realm

overseas good shows.Among them is ‘Central Affairs 2’ led by Michelle Ye as well as a good line of other reputable casts, including Patrick Tse who is still impressive despite age.When ‘Central Affairs’ was first broadcasted on Hunan TV earlier on, it has achieved excellent viewing points, becoming a popular re-aired series, be it the day time slot or the evening time slot, it has never failed to achieve good viewing points, even beating those series aired during the ‘golden hour slot’.This is led people to expect ‘Central Affairs 2’ next year will achieve the same.

Similar to the first series, ‘Central Affairs 2’ is a production of the fame battle at Central, the strategies and tricks.The difference lies in the theme where the latter is based on business rather than insurance.It was proven to be like ‘War and Beauty’, ‘Central Affairs 2’ has plot that will easily win the curiosity of audience.

Michelle Ye who plays Season in the first series will play female lead, Kong Hoi Lan in ‘Central Affairs 2’.In comparison with the role in the first series, Hoi Lan is still the classic role model of ‘Hong Kong career woman’, but with additional plots and built of the character.Michelle Ye did an excellent job portraying a very convincing Hoi Lan.Coincidentally, next year will be the tenth year Michelle has entered the industry, where she has brought several classic series throughout the years.The series chose to be aired in the new year, Michelle Ye who is popular with Hunan TV audience will surely become the focus of audience once again. It was disclosed that Michelle Ye who was once studying in Wellesley College of the states, was invited by a renowned director to participate in a new movie due to her solid performance and English fluency, becoming the female lead in the latest western production of the director.

Source: Sohu Entertainment
Credits: Michelle Ye's Realm

Magical Journey @ Harbour City Christmas lightings light-up ceremony last evening, as usual there was fireworks and Santa Claus making an appearance on a train.

Andy Lau, Denise Ho and Andrew Lau were invited guests as they also seize the chance to promote their new film Looking For A Star, but female lead Shu Qi could not attend the event.

On the stage, Andy tried to reveal a joke on his drinking session with Denise but she stop her in time. Denise then later revealed that she went drinking on the night of the last day of shooting, she later create a commotion in the casino but luckily she was not being carried away.

The presence of Andy and Denise attracted hundreds of onlookers. They talked about their Christmas wishes. Andy wrote "Xin Fu" (Blessing) on the star card to wish all Hongkongers will forever live with blessing.

Denise hope all Hongkongers can be more "focus" and "forgiving". Director Andrew Lau wish for world peace. The absent Shu Qi recorded a video to wish everyone Merry Christmas!

Andy pointed out that this is the third year that he's being a guest at the light-up ceremony, he pointed out that in the past he only knew that there are five flag poles there, the mega car mart at Harbour City leaves him the deepest impression, he always wanted to buy a car, thus every time he came would recall some memories.

When the compere asked them about the funny incidents during shooting, Andy looked at Denise and quipped: "You being drunk." An embarrassed Denise said: "This is private matters, let's not talk about these."

When talked about shooting Looking For A Star in Macao's casino, Andy quipped that the staff of the casino managed to see his "God of Gambler 2" image, he said: "Every time they would asked me not to come as they are afraid to get scolding from boss."

Andy was later asked what actually happened to Denise? Andy pointed out that Denise kept getting NG thus the director asked her to drink some alcohol, she just took 2 sip and she became drunk, she than called him elder and asked all around her to drink with her. Andy expressed that he would be in Beijing to shoot Future Cop during Christmas, in between he would jet to Singapore for his concerts. With regards to the music awards presentation ceremonies, it would depend on his time schedule if he could rush back to Hong Kong to attend the ceremonies.

With regards to online news that Mainland China requested that singers could not lipsynch during concerts, if not singer will be fine and no money will be paid for charity shows. Andy expressed that he never collected any fees when doing charity shows. As singing live would not be a problem for him, he would like to have a complete sound system before singing, he stress that he would sing live all the time.

During the current financial tsunami, he was asked if he would be affected if he accept any shows during Christmas. Andy expressed that he would not be affected as other than his concerts and charity shows, he would not accept them. He said: "All my assignments were confirmed 1-2 years ago, I won't be affected, but I'm not sure if there is any after-effects."

Source: Ta Kung Po, Wei Wen Po, Ming Pao, Sing Tao News, Apple Daily News, HK Headlines, Sing Pao, www.xinhuatnet.com, yule.sohu.com, ent.163.com
Credits: AndyLauSounds

Fala Chen entered the industry in 2005, last year she won "Best Supporting Actress", but if this year her opponents are strong, its not suprising that she expressed that the level of difficulty is high, and said that she hopes she could get "Most Improved" award.

Yesterday Fala accepted an interview, she was asked if she had confidence to get "Best Supporting Actress" in the anniversary? She said: "Tavia Yeung and Lee Heung Kam are very strong opponents, I also like Tavia's role, this year winning will be difficult. Before I don't even know if I experienced this."

Then the role "mute girl" Ah Hing is Fala's representative work? She said: "I'm very satisfied with the role, and probably is my most satisfied role since I've been in the industry. I could learn sign language, but according to the viewers, they would think theres many areas where I could improve in, like being more mature."

Currently there is no opponent hoping for the "Best Supporting Actress" award, is it because theres a bigger award "Best Actress" to reach for? Fala said: "I actually hope for 'Most Improved' award. This award represents that everyone agrees that you improved, I never though of TV Queen. I'm not filming because of the awards, since I've entered I have tried many different types of roles. This role (Mute Girl) is one of my favorite ones to play because I feel very satisfied, hope in the future I could try out more types of acting, like stage performances or movies."

As to who Fala supports for "TV King" and "TV Queen"? She said: "Raymond Lam and Ha Yu are good choices, I really don't know how to choose, for "TV Queen" I would say "Moonlight Resonances"! Let the audience decide!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

In the Anniversary Kate Tsui has a chance to compete for "Best Supporting Actress", she said this year and last year's performances have beenoutstanding , also encountered strong opponents Tavia Yeung and veteran Lee Heung Kam, she loses confidence towards the award, just hope for a surprise!

Last year's anniversary Kate won "Most Improved Actress" in an "improbable" way. A surprising result, it caused her to cry up a storm. This year she will depend on her evil role Lo Ka Mei in "Moonlight Resonance" for "Best Supporting Actress". Asked if she has confidence? She said: "My confidence is not high! First my performance has not been as great as last year, Secondly this year's opponents are strong, besides Tavia Yeung, there is veteran Lee Heung Kam! Although I don't have high hopes, but I hope to have a surprise!"

Alex Fong Chung Sun's Electrifying Power Eyes

Also, recently Kate has been busy filming with Alex Fong in new series "Hatred of Love", she plays a CID who has a family inherited illness. Asked if her role is challenging? She said: Because the script has not all come out, I don't know what would happen later on, if the role is depressing and I have to cry all the time or commit suicide, I'm afraid of the rest of the filming. Beside I tried to act a character who had mental problems, sometimes my mood would be hard to control, would cry or cannot sleep. (What kind of stress reliever do you use?) I would do exercises and go on vacation! I'm planning to go on vacation after this series finishes. Recently I have been filming series after series, I haven't rested for a while." As to the rumors that its not welcomed by a group of people, she denies this. Kate praises Alex Fong that he's a good father, asked if she would let his electricity "electrocute" her? She smiled: "He's always looking at his baby pictures, so father like, Mass destruction!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

Recently Charmaine Sheh has been busy filming for new series "Business Doctor', in the series she and Dayo Wong have many scenes opposite of each other. Yesterday at 5pm, the two were filming in a coffee shop in Happy Valley. As for comedic Dayo Wong, before they started filming he already became very active moving his arms and feet while chatting with Charmaine. In the mist of the conversation, it was seen that Charmaine was laughing so hard. But after filming, the two found out that reporters were at the scene and immediately did a 180 degree change, appearing somewhat avoiding. In the end, the two left the scene one after the other.

Charmaine and her asisstant left first, the generous her put a big smile on and doesn't seem to be affected, but for Dayo Wong he seems to be avoiding the camera, in the end her got into his car and left.

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

Mandy Cho and her hunky boyfriend Stephen Wong came into the door one right after the other to attend a activity. Mandy said, “Hmm … We didn’t plan this in advance! If it was planned we wouldn’t come at different times. If asked to attend as a lover’s couple would she resist and not come? Mandy again said, “I will let it be and faith decide on that, plus its part of the job.”

Translated by: GnYnot @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: Yahoo!/qq.com

Linda Chung and Emme Wong attended a press conference event for Children”童心同行愛之夜”. Linda Chung said she is honored to have this sort of caliber/fame to be able to come to these events, and she felt fortunate and happy to be able to participate in this event. The reported asked Myolie Wu and Linda Chung are competitors as an actor and as a singer and how does she feel about it, Linda responded, “Myolie and my styles/personality are different. Everyone knows being a singer and a performer is a hard job. I hope we will be able to help each other. Everyone knows being a good singer is a difficult job. However, Raymond Lam is a very good example of success, hopefully Myolie and I can do the same la!”

Emme Wong revealed that she and her family went to Thailand earlier to visit; she brought over several hundred supplies for the people that need the supplies. In two week, she will be in the mainland to visit some poor families.

Translated by: GnYnot @ http://www.asianvn.com/
Source: Yahoo!

Fiona was at the studio recording Jade Solid Gold the other night. She has been busy rehearsing her musical as well as working on her TV series. She works really hard these days. "I have just received my work schedule that I am required to do a lot of running and pretend to be playing ball. I also need to scream for 45 minutes. I am so worried that I may lose my voice. I asked the trainer if I could lower my voice." Fiona revealed that the director had already asked her to prepare herself as many artists had lost their voices before the show. Fiona disclosed that she had coughed out a streak of blood two days ago. She is now resting her voice. Fiona is taking the Loquat extract (枇杷膏) everyday as well as the chinese medicine given by Joey Leung, her work buddy to soothe her voice.

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Vivian Chow attended the press conference for "Peer love child night" (童心同行愛之夜) . She is the ambassador for "China AIDS Prevention and Treatment". Earlier on she went to Anhui in Fuyang city and Yunnan Kunming to visit the aids victims as well as the children who are infected with aids. "Aids can only be transmitted in three ways: through sexual intercourse, blood transfusion and from mother to child. You can't catch aids by saliva. When I visited the children who have aids, their saliva were flying all over the place. I was not worried at all."

Linda Chung is competing for this year's Newcomer Music Award. Myolie Wu is also in the race. Linda revealed "I am not worried about the competition for the TVB award as well as the the Newcomers Music Award. I really wanted to get the Newcomers Music Award. Linda was praising Raymond, her rumored boyfriend who has changed from an actor to become a very successful singer.

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Ekin Cheng attended a press conference in Olympian City for the "2008 United Nation Children's Fund Charity Run " yesterady. Ekin has been concentrating in his acting career and he hasn't set foot in his the music industry for 4 years. He stressed that the music industry is getting more and more competitive. However, he is negotiating with his manager Lin Shanshan and the musical director Chan Kwong Wing to regroup "The Iron Triangle" to release records and to organize concerts.

This year's charity run will take part in Hong Kong Disneyland. The charity run also aims to raise money to rebuild Sichuen. Ekin reckoned this event will be very meaningful. "My leg has been playing up lately (he had an old leg injury ) I have to make sure my legs can stand the 6 km journey first. As Yoyo is not a keen runner, therefore she is not going to take part with me as my partner runner. "Reporter asked if they would consider having their wedding in Hong Kong Disneyland? Ekin shouted "That question again? I am going to play some games."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Kate Tsui was in CHAUMET trying on 2 sets of jewelries yesterday. One of the diamond sets is worth $2,000,000 dollars. That is the set they have prepared for her to wear at the 41th TVB Anniversary Award Ceremony. Kate told reporter " CHAUMET is sponsoring me for both TVB events. I am going to wear a sexy evening dress this year." Kate stressed that this set of jewelry is very simple and trendy which suits her very well. "When I pick my jewelry, I like them to match my personality. It doesn't have to be expensive as long as it looks good. I am not "Ah Jei" (Lisa Wang)"

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Earlier in a media interview in Taiwan Aaron finally admitted he was dating Lynn. As a matter of fact, he does want to get married. Yesterday he told the Taiwan media that he wanted to finish his diamond bachelor's life and will get married before he is 50. Aaron is 43 at the moment, he has another 7 years to fulfill his plan. Reporter is wondering if Lynn is included in his wedding plan?

Aaron has been keeping quiet about his private life. When he was in Taiwan promoting his concert, he had admitted to the media that he is dating Lynn. "With my age, how can I not be dating?" Yesterday the media asked him again about his wedding plan. Aaron told the reporter about his 'time table' "The fortune teller told me I haven't got the 'husband and wife palace" (夫妻宮) and I may not be a good boyfriend at the moment, but I will be a very good husband in the future. I am concentrating in my career at the moment. I would like to do a musical and be a director/producer. When I finish these two projects, than I will find a girl and have a great love affair." Asked if his wedding plan is on his card? Aaron replied " Yes, but the plan is right at the end, and I will get married before I am 50."?

Speaking about the market share crises, Aaron responded "I have stocks and shares. My car is my investment. I have 2 properties under my name. My mom is living in the other property. This market crunch has shrunk my investment down to 40%. I have an financial investment plan of 5-10 years."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

TVB anniversary award and celebration is fast approaching. Many fadans have already try out evening gowns and jewelleries for the big night. Nominated for Best Actress for her role in [Forensic Heroes 2], Charmaine Sheh went to Chow Tai Fook jewellery branch in Causeway Bay to try out two set of jewelleries worth more than HKD10 million.

Charmaine said though this is not her first year attending anniversary celebration, she still feels nervous: "I feel very happy and excited every year, feels like fluttering when I see the diamonds." When asked if she will purchase a set as a gift to herself, she said: "I'm reluctant to buy a whole set, but will probably buy the earrings to wear." She expressed that if she have more than HKD10 million, she rather invest in real estate property.

Charmaine expressed that she is currently looking for a pearl necklace with diamond pendant as a gift to her mother. "Mummy herself likes pearl a lot, I really want to search for a perfect necklace as a gift to her. I'm still trying to find one."

Source: Apple Daily 13/11/2008
Credits: Sehseh's Blog

Rumored couple Raymond Lam and Linda Chung, yesterday attended as a couple team for a fashion event and were the models. They modelled for the winter sporting wear. Afterwards, reporters requested that Raymond and Linda make a intimate pose, but Raymond pretends that he didn't hear it, but Linda was more open about it. She made the first move and linked arms with Raymond. Reporters asked Raymond again to be a little bit more intimate, he continues to pretend he couldn't hear. After taking pictures, Raymond saw some young fans below the stage, he immediately flew down to play with them.

Linda said that this isn't the first time she and Raymond did a show together, earlier they attended a show as a couple pair, recently they have been busy and had not be able to do as many shows. Asked them about the economic crisis, the couple team jobs helping? Raymond said that the company will arrange it. Also is the couple team especially popular? He said: "OK la!" He expressed that he's quite familiar with Linda now, working together having chemistry and are compatible and they also sang the "Heart of Greed" sub theme together, probably that's why the pair is so popular. Reporters laughed and asked him if he earns more money? Raymond expressed that he doesn't know, he never calculated it. He said that his current jobs were accepted before the economic crisis, he thinks that temporary it does not affect him, maybe next year the affect will be even greater. Asked if he's worried? He said: "So that's why need to work hard, accept whatever job there is available, next year the economy will probably be even worst."

Linda said that next year she doesn't need to film any series, she could finally take a real break. Raymond said that recently the housing market prices are falling, its best to invest in homes now and said that Linda's smart, already invested in a home. Linda explains that her current unit is only two rooms, its not enough room to put her things, she wants to take advantage of the low housing prices and get a house with 3 rooms. But she also thinks that the housing prices will continue to fall, she'll need to look at the situation first before deciding. Raymond personally likes to look at higher priced houses, like the ones in Hong Kong Island, but he heard that people said that the high priced homes will eventually fall. Reporters said that they could go look and pick out homes together? Linda said too fast accidentally: "Not that fast!" Asked if they would really go look at homes together? Linda's face immediately became red and said that she did not say that, and tries hard to explain that they wanted to ask together why would they go look at homes together. Raymond heard Linda's response and immediately backed up two steps, he smiled and said that you don't need to be dating to go look at homes, we could go look at homes during filming.

Source: On.cc, Takungpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

Because Steven Ma was out on a trip, he was not able to attend the TVB Sales Presentation 2009 held on November 11th. Since everyone didn't see him at the event, it was misunderstood that he was frozen by TVB, then the story leaked. Steven formally requested time off from TVB and got their approval, he smiled: "This time I'm officially taking time off, also working with TVB is very enjoyable, so busy couldn't stop my feet."

Although he just finished filming "Dogs on the Beat", TVB has already arranged for him to be in another series. This new series he and Tavia Yeung will be the lead actor and actresses, the story talks about a young fish seller who works at a fish stand and the struggles that come along with it. Because Steven in the "Dog" series plays a Hakka boy and has to stay away from his usual gentlemen and handsome image, this "fish seller boy" would be perfect casting for him.

Towards this, Steven admits that he's starting to research and share opinions with the director on his roles. He also would find a Fish seller master to help him with the role. Hopefully he will be able to successfully convince audience. Steven said: "Before I already collaborated with many great people allowing myself to easily get into the roles, recently I has been working hard on learning Chow Yun Fat and Tony Leung's acting styles. Hope that I could get some good results soon and put myself on a higher level of acting. As for the awards, its just gains or losses, I do not mind and will not put it to heart.

Source: Mingpao, Wenweipo, Takungpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

Apple Daily Newspaper recently conducted a survey among 100 randomly selected TVB artistes as to who was their favourite to win best actor, best actress, best supporting actor, best supporting actress, most improved male artist and most improved female artist at the 2008 TVB Anniversary Awards which will be held on the 15th of November. Artistes surveyed included Eric Tsang, Louise Lee, Bowie Lam, Susanna Kwan, Roger Kwok, Gigi Lai, Moses Chan, Nancy Sit, Raymond Lam and many many more.... the results are as follows....

'Best Actor Award'
1. Ha Yu - 54 Votes
2. Raymond Lam - 13 Votes
3. Roger Kwok - 10 Votes
4. Others - 23 Votes

'Best Actress Award'
1. Michelle Yim - 42 Votes
2. Louise Lee - 28 Votes
3. Susanna Kwan - 9 Votes
4. Liza Wang - 9 Votes
5. Others - 12 Votes

Best Supporting Actor Award
1. Wayne Lai - 46 Votes
2. Tsui Wing - 17 Votes
3. Kenneth Ma - 9 Votes
4. Others - 28 Votes

'Best Supporting Actress Award'
1. Tavia Yeung - 50 Votes
2. Lee Heung Kam - 22 Votes
3. Kate Tsui - 9 Votes
4. Others - 19 Votes

'Most Improved Male Artist'
1. Wong Cho Lam - 69 Votes
2. Tsui Wing - 14 Votes
3. Derek Kwok - 11 Votes
4. Others - 6 Votes

'Most Improved Female Artist'
1. Tavia Yeung - 53 Votes
2. Nancy Wu - 20 Votes
3. Sharon Chan - 12 Votes
4. Others - 15 Votes

FULL RESULTS



*Note: The TVB Anniversary Awards Ceremony will be held on November 15th, The TVB Anniversary Gala will be held on November 19th

Source: Apple Daily and SimplyFungYi
Credits: sandalls @ AsianFanatics

During filming [Just Love II], they thought that they were allowed to date. But because their love was too high-profiled, they get as return the order that both persons had to seperate.

Before having received Stephen Chan's last warning, the two are often photographed living together in their love nest in Sai Kung. But after receiving the warning last week, the girl is spotted to have moved to Mei Foo Sun Chuen.

After dating for nearly four years, Patrick Tang and Selena Li had been having an underground relationship all the time, the type of "rather known than seen by others" relationship. But after the guy became stephen Chan's 'honey' last year, dating became more and more obvious. The two people were quite often photographed together when they were returning to their love nest in Sai Kung. Also, the girl didn't try to avoid using boyfriend's Mini Cooper often to drive to work.

Receiving the last warning

Sadly, being TVB's biological sons and daughters, the will to announce their relationship cannot be decided by themselves. Because their love was too high-profiled, caused by Stephen Chan medio this year, who's extremely anxious about his career, he dumped Patrick into the "Cold Chamber in the Palace". So as punishment Patrick was only able to just play a supporting role in [King of Pool], not getting the opportunity to play lead.

During filming [Just Love II], they thought that they were allowed to date. But because their love was too high-profiled, they get as return the order that both persons had to seperate.

Before having received Stephen Chan's last warning, the two are often photographed living together in their love nest in Sai Kung. But after receiving the warning last week, the girl is spotted to have moved to Mei Foo Sun Chuen.

Separating both house and car

On the other hand, Patrick's other half, has been nominated for the [Most Improved Actress] this year. Her performance in [The Four] was quite good and adding the fact that she also takes part in the Anniversary series [When Easterly Showers Fall On The Sunny West], makes high executives have Selena in mind as the winner of [Most Improved]. Both know that their careers are more important and after receiving the last warning, Patrick did not dare to retaliate the order and so, quickly separated from selena, both house and car. It was said that half a month ago, Selena moved out of their love nest and moved to Mei Foo Sun Chuen. She also gave up Patrick Tang's Mini Cooper and changed to a new Audi car.

As for the rumours about separating the lovers, Patrick stated over the phone: "I don't really feel the company's pressure, but I will still place career as my top priority." As for Selena moving out of their love nest, he did not answer fully, only saying: "actually, I have alot of friends going in and out of my home!!"

And Selena said: "I only bought a car to award myself, there is no other reason. I have never admitted moving in with him and so how can I move out? We are just good friends." After having said that she's going to tank her car, she hurriedly hung up.

As for Stephen, he has gone through his secretary to understand the contents of the interview and has yet to reply. According to the people around them, it is revealed that their seperation is due to constant pressure, but recently their four year relationship also had some problems. The two often are having arguments due to the company's pressure and problems about communication.

Source: Sudden Weekly Issue #692
Credits: Selena Fansource

Niki and her sister Cathy accepted a radio interview in the "Happy and Healthy Magic Chef" yesterday. They had a lecture by Lee Ming Kwai, former Director of the Hong Kong Police Force about eating healthy food. Speaking about Kevin who was seen walking hand in hand With Charmaine in a TVB show, Niki said she didn't watch it, therefore she couldn't make any comments.Talking about food, Niki disclosed she likes eating food that is high in carbohydrate such as bread and noodles. Cathy said straight away "I can't undersatnd how come she (Niki) gets thinner and thinner with the amount of food she eats. Earlier we were in Suzhou, she was eating 4 to 5 crabs as well as New Year cake. After that she had french fries for snack, that was scary."

Niki made a joke by saying she may have worms. That is why she doesn't get fat eating all those food. Reporter asked if she would consider having a body check to find out why she doesn't get fat? Niki replied "Even though I have worms, I don't want them to come out. I like it this way because I can eat a lot but don't get fat. But the doctors wants me to have a body check anyway so that I can have a peace of mind."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Maggie Siu attended the activities of "Cosmoprof Asia 2008 " in Hong Kong & Exhibition Centre yesterday. She was sharing her experience of DIY beautiy care with the audience. This event is specially aiming for those busy working ladies who have not got spare time to visit the beauty parlour. They can do it themselves at home anytime. That applies to men too.

At the moment Maggie is filming a movie directed by Dennis Law. The cast includes Leila Tong, Eddie Cheung and Samuel Pang. The film is about abuse. It shows Maggie being abused as well as her abusing other people. After that she will be actively promoting "The Germ Of Life". Maggie is going to target the audience in Southeast Asia. It would be work and leisure for her.

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Gigi Leung was a guest for the opening of a craftstore in Taiwan yesterady. She explained that to her choosing the right partner is just like chosing a pair of shoes. They have to look good as well as comfortable to wear. But the reporter reminded her that nice shoes may not be comfortable. He was sarcastic to her that she didn't have a good insight in chosing her previous partner. Gigi was very embarrassed by his remark. Gigi replied "I want a pair of shoes that will never hurt my feet and I want them for life. It is very difficult to find." Asked if she has tried any new shoes lately, Gigi laughed "I look for style first and than I will try them on."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Louise Lee was at a Central jeweller yesterday trying on jewelry worth half a million dollars. She fancied a set of $13,000,000 dollars Nanyang Pearl and Diamond set. She expressed that if she can afford that jewelry she would rather invest in property. Louise disclosed that she hasn't been buying jewelry the past few years. However, she has collected a few carats diamonds which she bought for herself. She has never accepted a gift from man. "I haven't been unlucky with man. I don't want to talk about the first one, only I bought him things. The second one bought me some jewelries. But I think it is better not to accept gift from man because you have to give back a lot. You give your heart out and it gets eaten up. It is very difficult to control feelings and emotion. I can lose anything, but lose yourelf over some diamond jewelries." Louise remembered it was in 1977 when she bought herself the first diamond jewelry. Sher also bought some jewelries for her daughter. She felt hurt when her daughter just dumps the jewelries everywhere carelessly in the house. She keeps reminding her to look after them.

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

"TVB Sales Presentation 2009" was held last night at the TVB's TV City in Tsueng Kwan O - this was a major event which honored the advertisers. At 6:30pm, the artistes arrived in their evening wears walking in on the red carpet. Although yesterday the weather was rather chilly, but the Fadans were not afraid of the cold. Tavia Yeung, Ada Choi and Angela Tong were the sexiest, as for Moses Chan and Raymond Lam were the two Siu Sangs that were the most welcomed by female guests. The two of them also were more than welcomed to take pictures with the guests. THe sales presentation began and the artistes were in the cold. Liza Wang and Carol Cheng stood in the first row, followed by Charmaine Sheh next to Carol, representing a true Fadan status. But even non-biological daughter Ada Choi got to stand next to Liza Wang, it is seen that she is a favorite.

Last night Ada wore a low cut evening dress along with sponsored diamonds valued at $4 million. She smiled and said that this time she is really "The Gem of Life". Although the weather was cold, but she smiled and said that it was OK, women who want to be pretty will not care about anything. At the scene there were many people, she's not afraid someone might bump into her? She smiled and said that she's not afraid, each one of them are ladies and gentlemen.

Tavia Yeung's Harvest Year

Last night Tavia Yeung revealed front and back, she was quite sexy. Her evening dress is worth $30,000HKD. Her accessories were sponsored by her friend's company. She said that her sexy look needs to match the scene, yesterday there were many advertisers present, naturally will need to look beautiful and have a good figure, but at the night of TVB anniversary she will be more sexy. Recently there was a report saying that her rumored boyfriend and Yip Sai Wing's ex-girlfriend are together. Tavia expressed that she and the other party were always friends, if the other dates, she will be happy for him. Usually they would sometimes meet and have dinner. Did the guy explain to her? She said friends do not need to have any sort of explanation. But did he introduce Yip Sai Wing's ex-girlfriend to Tavia? Tavia said: "I don't know her. But earlier I heard him speak of wanting to date, I will let fate decide." Speaking of TVB anniversary award nominations, she said that she is already happy, if she gets one it will be the icing on the cake. This year she has already gained a lot. She personally thinks Lee Heung Kam is the Best Supporting Actress, but if she gets the award, she won't be sharing it. If she wins Most Improved Actress award it would be good too because this will be her second time winning one, it will be a history."

Angela Tong last night wore a tube top to the event, she said she used some tape. Asked if she dress so sexily, did she ask Chin Ka Lok first? She smiled and said No Need.

Myolie Wu wants to be TV Queen

Myolie Wu be having 4 series next year, she is very happy. Reporters said that yesterday she was quite secretive in her dressing, not sexy like Tavia Yeung. She smiled and said that in the back there is actually a huge hole, but her's isn't as big as Tavia's. As to at the end of the year she has an opportunity to win the Newcomers singing award with Bosco Wong, she smiled and said that if there are awards to get she'll take them, but she wants to be TV Queen.

Bernice Liu wore a 7 inch high heel, but her dress was extremely closed up. She felt that sexy is just personal opinion. As she also made safety measures, having pieces of shirt on front. She believes that her figure could hold it, should not be a problem.

Susanna Kwan cramps during dance practice

Susanna Kwan and Lee See Kei came in together hand in hand, walking down the red carpet. The two performed a dance. Earlier when they were practicing, they practiced so much that their legs started cramping. After walking the red carpet, they immediately took a seat to rest. Each year the artistes will end up being dragged by guests to take pictures. Lee See Kei said that she does not mind because it is part of what she has to do in her contract. It is her responsiblitity. But her popularity was not as strong as Moses and Raymond's. Reporters laughed and said that Moses is well welcomed by females, he smiled: "Don't say that, we are all very happy! (Everyone loves you wor!) If they want, I don't mind. They want me to take pictures, I take them, everyone happy. Why not?"

Liza Wang, Carol Cheng Independent Status

Liza Wang was in a green dress with a white fur to accompany it and had a "Chung Lee" hair style, she said that her outfit is the modern China style. Yoyo Mung who was aside from her also had a green colored evening dress, coincidentally the same as Liza. She smiled and said couldn't believe that such a cold color would clash with Ah Jie (Liza). Roger Kwok and Sonjia Kwok yesterday because of filming "D.I.E II" was unable to attend. As for Charmaine Sheh because she had to work, was unable to make it to walk the red carpet, only was able to take the group picture in the end.

As for the Sales Presentation all of the TVB artistes were in the cold, Ah Jie and Dodo (Carol) were placed to stand in the middle with Charmaine Sheh and Ada Choi besides the two Big Sisters. Michael Miu and Kevin Cheng as the Siu Sangs lined up in the middle area, besides the two were Moses Chan, Raymond Lam, Bosco Wong, Bowie Lam, etc.

As for the beauty of the line up, Ada Choi said that she does not know, she is happy that she still gets attention from TVB. She is thankful of TVB's love towards her. She said that she did not just had a good standing position but each series she's casted in is a Grand Production. She's able to collaborate with both veterns and the newer generations. She said that yesterday the position she was arranged to stand was suprising to her and was happy about it. Will she re-enter TVB and stay with them? She expressed that she and TVB are discussing a contract with great passion, at the moment she does not have any other plans. The collaboration with everyone is very enjoyable and quick, no necessary changes is needed. She stressed that she is a loyal to TVB.

Before the sales presention, the host Amigo Chui invited Stephan Chan to be the boss, Stephan said from the audience below the stage with a smile: "I am not a boss, they are the bosses (the advertisers). But you can call me anything you want, just don't call me Honey." As for "Moonlight Resonances" cast members appeared in 70's costumes for a performance.

Ada Choi's Husband teaches the way

"TVB Sales Presentation 2009" yesterday held its blessing ceremony, many artistes attended including Ada Choi, Moses Chan, Ron Ng, and Ha Yu. When TvB was announcing their plans for next year, Moses, Myolie Wu and Ron all will have 4 series on hand. The three will have the most series compared to the rest of the artistes. As for Tavia Yeung, Charmaine Sheh, and Linda Chung will only have 2 series.

Ron Ng 4 Series on Hand

As to having 4 series on hand, asked Ron if he feels that TVB is paying attention to him? He said that he already had two series that finished filming, in January he will be filming "Look Foward to Father"《巴不得爸爸》. (TVB wants you to get some attention from the media?) Actually this year I filmed a quite a bit. (TVB helping you get popularity?) It's good, each series I used my heart to film it, I would hope to get some response from audience and hope that they like it." Speaking of his good friend Raymond Lam will only have one series next year, he said that because Raymond wants to focus on his singing career. Asked how he felt about it? He said in opposition: "Feel what? I'm not offended. (But your rumors?) That cannot be controlled, will need to take care of myself."

Ada will be filming a series called "True Story of Flying Woman"《飛女正傳》, she will be playing a heroine. Because the role requires her to wear tight clothing, making her chest and butt bigger, during the filming of the sales presentation, it was quite diffcult. It was so difficult that she almost cried! She said: "During the 3 day filming for the sales presentation, I was really regretted for accepting this role, one scene I was hanged from 20 stories up, and I had to do one jump down to the ground. There was no mattress on the ground for protection. Although my husband taught me to keep my back straight when I do these kinds of scenes, but I still thought it was very hard, the feeling felt like I was about to die, which would not be worth it. Even if my husband isn't worried about me, I'm worried about myself, one time I called out for help! (Hanging on wires, you can't have kids then?) I never thought of this before."

There has been reports saying that Ada signed for TVB to be a manager, she immediately denied, and said that she's looking for a manager. As to the reports of her and her manager Helen not getting along, and that she has an illness, Ada said: "Rumors would stop wisemen. I never said she has an illness, I'm just tired and also my contract ended, so I don't want to add more work and pressure for her. The report will not affect me, I also cannot betray."

Ha Yu Has not signed with TVB yet

Also, reports say that Ha Yu signed a contract with TVB, he immediately denied and said: "Nope. My manager said that after the anniversary they will discuss it again. (Is it because they need to talk about the award first?) Can't miss them all up. Don't talk about it anymore, that I'm desperate for the award. (Do you owe Mr. Chan a vote?) I said Moses Chan!" Moses who just passed by said that he voted for Ha Yu. Asked Ha Yu again if he prepared any combat gear? He expressed that no matter if there is an award or not he will be dressed up because needs to match up with the setting. As for Moses who said that next year he'll have 4 series on hand, he smiled: "Reliable! (TVB puts attention on you?) I feel very honored and also they are seeking a change."

Source: On.cc, Mingpao, Takungpao, Wenweipo
Translated by: aZnangel @ AEU

Ha Yu has been known to be desperate to win the TV King title. Yesterday he was asked whether he is confindent about it , he replied "Although I do want to win, I don't want to talk about it too much. Whether I win or not, I will be wearing very nicely for the aeward presentation." He disclosed that he hasn't negotiated the contract with the TVB manager yet . "I will wait till after the anniversary ceremony." He stressed that the TVB contract has nothing to do with winning the award. Earlier on he told reporter he lacked one vote from "Mr. Chan". Ha Yu stated "In fact, Mr. Chan is Moses Chan, not general manager Stephen Chan." Moses was there to help him by saying "I have already given him my vote." TVB is still heavily promoting Moses next year. He said "I have been offered to do quite a few TV series next year. I shall be acting in different roles, even though I get overloaded with work, I am very happy accepting them."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Jacqueline Chong, Michelle (詩雅) and Carlos Chan attended the opening of online radio "OM Live" the other night. Jacqueline expressed that she will be hosting the programme of "Modern Thought" Monday to Friday night from 7 -9 pm. The programme aims to raise the awareness on skin care and the trend of make up. She will be inviting different guests for the show. Jacqueline reckoned it would be quite difficult to invite special guest because 7-9 pm is the "Golden Hours" It is a good job that they can record it beforehand although she much prefers it live. Jacqueline has invited her boyfriend Deep Ng as her first guest. Deep will be talking about the secret of keeping fit as well as looking after the skin. Carlos and Michelle will be hosting Sunday's "21st Century Youth" between 12-2pm. They have invited TVB producer Chin Kwok Wai as their first guest and the topic of their discussion is about teenage culture.

Ocean Chan (陳海琪) will be hosting "Ocean's Sky" in OM Live. She has invited "The Grasshoppers" as her special guests. The Grasshoppers revealed that they have known Ocean many years ago. They are very happy to support her programme and they are willing to talk about anything and everything.

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Nancy Wu and Sharon Chan are both nominated for the "Most Improved Female Actress Award" for this coming Saturday's 41st TBV Anniversary Award Ceremony. They have never worked together in any series before. Recently they have been arranged by TVB to promote the event together. Despite the competition for the award, they have not turned against each other, instead they have become good friends.

Nancy Wu has been nominated for "Best Supporting Actress" and "Most Improved Female Actress Award" in her role as "Fei Fei" in "The Silver Chamber of Sorrows" Reporter asked if she had asked Tavia to give her the award? Nancy replied "I am more confidence about the "Most Improved Actress Award" myself. This is because "Moonlight Resonance" has 4 female nominations. In fact, I would like to see Tavia to get the "Best Supporting Actress Award". That is why I had asked her to give me the "Most Improved Actress Award" because she had already got that award before. This year's TV dramas are very good indeed, in particular "Strictly Come Dancing". I believe TVB would share the award evenly among the TV series and artists. I have been in the entertainment industry for 6 years. I really want to play a deceitful role in a TV series, just like Roger Kwok. He did so well in "Last One Standing", he was so skillful as a bad guy in that series right till the end. Michelle was good also acting as a a bad person. I hate her role but the audience loved it. I think to hear audience telling you "I hate you very much" is a great satisfaction. A professional artist would not worry about the negative comments by the audience. I am not going to worry about it."

Sharon Chan has been nominated for "Best Supporting Actress" for her role as 江翹in "Catch Me Now". Speaking about Tavia not nominated for "Best Female Actress Award" instead she was nominated for "Best Supporting Actress Award" and "Most Improved Female Artist", Nancy responded "She is going to get the "Best Supporting Actress Award" because I think she did really well in her role. On the other hand, if she was nominated for "Best Female Actress Award" she only stands a very slim chance of winning as we all know we have Louise Lee and the others to compete. I don't think she minds about the nomination, she gets a lot of support from the internet users. I joked with her to let us who have not got any award before to have a chance to get something. But if she gets the "Most Improved Female Artist Award" again, I would be happy for her too. We have all been there and it is a fair competition. If you ask me whether I really want to win, I have to tell you the truth, yes I do. I won't lie to you."

Source: MingPao
Translator: dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Ada Choi came out to promote the new series “Gem Of Life.” She was spotted with a mysterious male friend in Central IFC mall for tea. The day before at 6:45PM, reporters spotted her arriving at a store to meet with the same male friend. They sat down happily for coffee. Ada talking to this friend in a very happy tone, then she spotted some paparazzi outside trying to take hidden photos of her. She then asked the reporters to come in and said, “ I’m actually in a personal interview, then I saw I had some time and ask a friend to come out for coffee. You already taken so much pictures can you leave us alone and let us enjoy our conversation la? The paparazzi listen to Ada’s request and immediately left the area. Then let the two enjoy there conversation.

Translated by: GnYnot @ http://www.asianvn.com
Source: Yahoo!

Galie Lai received an expensive sports car from boyfriend Leon Lai for her birthday. She is busy learning and adapting to drive her new car. But Galie said for Leon’s birthday, she will not be giving as big of a present. But she will personally make a cupcake from scratch. She will prepare a cupcake party, and send him balloons since he like balloons.

Translated by: GnYnot @ http://www.asianvn.com/Source: Yahoo!