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Austin Wai has been in over 70 films and countless martial arts TV series. A few days ago, he was found dead in his home in Beijing, he was 55. His younger sister, Kara Hui, had always been in touch with him by phone, but lately she lost contact with him.

As everything was so sudden, Kara was initially shooting her last scene in the series she had been working on in Hangzhou, but experiencing the lost of a loved one, Kara immediately stopped work and flew to Beijing to see her brother. Yesterday afternoon at 2pm, Kara appeared at the Beijing airport. She said sobbing: "I'm not going to hotel yet, going to the mortuary to see my brother first. I hope all the formalities will be done today. My sister and I hope to ship our brother's body back to HK, but if the Beijing authorities want us to first cremate the body, we will comply. Actually my brother's children really wants to see their father for the last time too and they will decide the funeral arrangements."

Austin's death is still a mystery, Kara was asked if she knew the cause of his death? She said: "I know he had gone too far with losing weight. He had been over exercising and eating very little. Perhaps he's body couldn't handle it anymore!" Asked if her mother knows about Austin's death? Kara said: "Not yet, we don't want to break her heart!"

In fact, in the past six months before Austin's death, he often made weight loss declarations on Weibo. He hoped to quickly lose 10 pounds within half a month. In May, he already lost 20 pounds, and posted pictures of his vegetarian light meal.

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Yesterday TVB held their 45th Anniversary Lighting Ceremony in Tseung Kwan O. TVB utilized over 100 of their artists in this event including, Wayne Lai, Raymond Lam, Moses Chan, Damien Lau, Michelle Yim, Idy Chan, Aimee Chan, Tavia Yeung, Kenneth Ma, Kate Tsui, Rebecca Zhu and many more. This is the first year Norman Leung led the lighting ceremony as the chairman. Norman was accompanied by this year's Miss HK Carat Cheung and second runner-up Jacqueline Wong to do the lighting ceremony.

The Lamma Island ferry tragic accident had stunned the entire city, everyone is in grief. Yesterday TVB boss Chan Kwok Keung led nearly 70 administrative staff along with the 100 TVB artists for a 3 minute moment of silence to respect those who had died in the accident. TVB Deputy of Foreign Affairs, Tsang Sing Ming, expressed the TVB logo on all of their channels turned black to mourn the dead.

Tavia and Damien had a 'lip biting' kiss scene

The cast of TVB anniversary series The Confidant and Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles appeared dressed in their costumes. When they were taking the big group picture, they all stood in the front rows. Clips from the series were also shown. There were several intense kiss and bed scenes. In The Confidant, Wayne and Nancy Wu had a bed scene, while Oscar Leung had two girls in his bed scene. Tavia Yeung and Damien Lau are a pair in Silver Spoon, and in the clip an intense kiss scene involving lip biting was seen from the two. During the interview, Tavia revealed the good parts happens later in the series. As she does not know how to borrow camera angles to do the scene, she was worried she may have made Damien's lip swell up from her bite. She also exposed that Damien had kiss scenes with many other women.

Also, regarding Tavia and Him Law's 'car incident' earlier, they requested an apology from [Apple Daily]. Tavia reveals her lawyer already sent a demand letter to them. When asked if she requested for any compensation or a public apology from them? She said: "My lawyer will handle it, actually I haven't discussed the details with them yet. I have been busy with my work, my lawyer will handle it all." TVB had also sent a lawyer's letter requesting an apology to Tavia and Him. In addition, for the future, the five [Apple Daily] reporters are strictly prohibited to enter TVB City.

Moses kicks the sedan chair door to 'marry' Aimee

Moses and Aimee appeared as a couple team representing The Last Steep Ascent. They did a skit on stage, where Moses kicked the sedan chair door, which suggests them borrowing their relationship to promote the series. MC Dodo Cheng, asked if they'll be getting married soon? Aimee was extremely embarrassed. Moses later said: "Just trying to boost the atmosphere, the full cast isn't here, so we're trying our best to promote." When asked if they want to get awards as a couple? Aimee said let nature take its course, she won't think too much about it.

Raymond confident to win 'Most Popular Male Singer' and 'Best Actor' Awards

Raymond appeared dressed like prince charming in white, and obviously was favored by TVB as he led the singing and dancing part of the show. Raymond explained: "I'm leading because I have to change into my Highs and Lows costume after, I found out on short notice that I had to dance." It was said there is a large chance that he'll get both the 'Most Popular Male Singer' and 'Best Actor' awards this year. Raymond expressed he has confidence to get those awards, "I'm very happy that Highs and Lows is well-received, but I also hope the TVB dispute with Big 5 ends. If I really do win the award, then it would be a lot more positive and not like two years ago, where there were so many criticisms."

Wayne a lucky winner for the second time after 15 years

As for 'TV King' Wayne Lai, he was one of the lucky winners at the lighting ceremony last night, this is his second time winning the raffle, the last time was 15 years ago. When asked if he had confidence to become TV King again this year? He said: "50/50. I personally love the series (The Confidant)." As for Michelle Yim, she said: "I don't mind if Wayne and I win together." Regarding the bed scene with Nancy, Wayne said: "I'm an eunuch in the series, there was only the 'seven emotions' and none of the 'six sensory pleasures'.

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

Lynn Xiong (Hung Doi Lam) in LOVE IN PAJAMAS (NAM YUN YU YI FOK) played a successful fashion design business woman. Originally her character had to be very solemn and serious, but in front of the comedy expert Teresa Mo Shun Kwan she often could not help but laugh.

Aside from facing Sister Mo's comical nature, Hung Doi Lam also had to handle Ronald Cheng Chung Kei's suddenly improvisation. She pointed out that Cheng Chung Kei often imitated Aaron Kwok Fu Sing's dance steps in front of her, which gave Lynn a very hard time with holding back her laughter. "I have worked with Cheng Chung Kei for several times already, each time he would keep making everyone laugh. Even if he zipped up his mouth, I could not help but laugh. Maybe his comical nature has already completely been absorbed into every part of his body." Cheng Chung Kei also admitted that he was deliberately setting her up. "Hung Doi Lam's Cantonese has improved a lot. This time she had the courage completely to speak it. I feel she is getting funnier and funnier, so I really like to prank her. I would mention Kwok Fu Sing with everything, like at the press conference when someone asked what kind of men she liked. I would answer for her before she could, 'No one here is right, only Kwok Fu Sing is right!' Ha ha!"

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao
Translated by: hktopten

Working in the Mainland in recent years, action star Austin Wai Tin Chi's sister Wai Ying Hung yesterday confirmed his death in Beijing at the age of 55. Siu Hung posted in memory of her brother, "I am very sad, very sad!", "Brother farewell!", "Farewell, miss you!" Then when reporters contacted Siu Hung, she said that because she could not find her brother for a few days she contacted her manager to check up on him at his Beijing home. After opening the door her brother was found dead. She still had no idea what happened. This morning she flew to Beijing to find out.

As for his last online update, it took place on the 21st. He wrote, "It's not that I am not updating my microblog. Lately I haven't been feeling well. First I have been seeing a doctor for arthritis for a month and a half, then persistent coughing. First I went to see Respiratory Medicine Department, then the Endocrinology Department, even Ear, Nose and Throat Department conducted numerous exams. Finally it wasn't anything. I went to the drug store to pick up a five day regiment. I was much better after two days. I was so mad."

John Chiang Dai Wai was shocked to hear about the passing. Although Siu Sei joined the business later than he did, they have worked together. When he directed he asked Siu Sei to be the action director, so they were familiar. Lately they have been busy and had less contact. He regretted that Siu Sei would pass away at such a young age. Chik Mei Chun and Michael Miu Kiu Wai often worked with Siu Sei at TVB. Sam Gor even played soccer with Siu Sei so they were very familiar. Chik Mei Chun was shaken and teary eyed when she said, "In the past 8 or 10 years we had less contact. I think we went to work in the Mainland. Sam Gor probably hasn't heard the news yet. It's very surprising." In addition, Joey Yung Cho Yi's assistant Sandy is Wai Tin Chi's sister. Emperor manager Mani Fok Man Hei was very surprised to learn about Siu Sei's death. She originally wanted to contact Sandy right away but did not dare to because she felt she would bother her at this time; later she will call to see if she will need any assistance. The company will give her time off.

Wai Tin Chi was born in Hong Kong in 1957. A descendant of the Manchurian Plain Yellow Banner, he was the fourth child in the family and thus called Siu Sei. He was Wai Ying Hung's older brother. When he was little his father was swindled had to declare bankruptcy. His family was poor, he once studied Beijing opera at the Chun Chau Opera Academy and a disciple under famous actress Fun Kuk Fa. He began his film career in his teens and worked on many martial art and action films like HEAVEN SWORD AND DRAGON SABRE PART II (YI TIN DOH LUNG GEI DAI GEI GUK) and FULL MOON SCIMITAR (YUET YUEN WAN DOH). In the 80s he joined TVB and made mostly costume martial art series like THE LEGEND OF THE CONDOR HEROES (SEH DIU YING HUNG JUEN), THE FOUNDATION (KUET JIN YUEN MO MOON), THE RETURN OF LUK SIU FUNG (LUK SIU FUNG ji FUNG MO GAU TIN) and others. Recently he eased out of show business into business, occasionally he would guest star in movies. Wai Tin Chi had two marriages that both ended in divorce. In 1996 he wed female artist Ban Ban and had one son. In 2001 they announced their divorce.

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

Charlene Choi Cheuk Yin and Chapman To Man Jat lately have been working in Shenzhen on the film CHIU CUP GAING LEI YUN (SUPER AGENT). His real manager Mani Fok Man Hei earlier visited the set and three real and fake managers posed for a photo together. Mani visited to celebrate To Man Jat's Best Comedy Actor award in Texas' Fantastic Fest with VULGARIA (DAI JOOK HEI KET) and the Golden Horse Best Actor and Supporting Actor nominations.

Source: Mingpao, on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

Emperor Motion Picture TRIAD (JAT JIK) got first dibs on the Wise Guy remake trend, as William Chan Wai Ting, Derek Tsang Kwok Cheung, Edward Chui Woai Tung turned into a new generation of Wise Guys and added a bloody storm to the mob. Because the film had plenty of "show of strength" scene, over 100 extras were used earlier. In one scene over 100 people in black with wood in their hands stepped in the busy streets. Pedestrians misunderstood them for the real mob and called the police. Finally actual police patrol arrived. Chan Wai Ting praised how invested the production was in the film. He said, "the show of force scene had so many extras, the pressure during the shoot was enormous since one bad take would lead to another shoot with 100 people. Before hand we would rehearse a few times, hoping that during the official shoot we could get it in just one take."

Aside from alerting the authorities, even real Wise Guys thought another group was "taking over". However when they saw Chan Wai Ting they knew it was just a movie shoot. They even praised the actors as convincing. The shaken Chui Woai Tung said, "Seeing the real mobsters, I was afraid that they would drive us away. Thus during the shoot I was a little scared, luckily they only watched a little and left."

Source: on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

Tony Leung Kai Fai and Aaron Kwok Fu Sing worked together on the Johnnie To Kei Fung film THROW DOWN (YAU DOH LUNG FU BONG), At the 2005 Golden Horse Award and 2006 Hong Kong Film Award they competed. Finally Sing Sing won the Golden Horse Best Actor while Ka Fai won the Hong Kong Film Award Best Actor, an even split of sorts!

Speaking of first meeting, Leung Ka Fai who had an earlier start in the film industry admitted that when he first saw Sing Sing jump from music to movies he was upset. Ka Fai said, "When he joined the film industry, he already was the king of dance. At the time I thought why would he stick his foot in here, don't come to the film industry to 'hit soy sauce', just do what he was good it. Later I discovered how much variety he had in his role selection. Some were even very difficult. He would take some alternative films. I slowly understood that he truly wanted to be a good actor, he wanted to achieve something in film and was an outstanding actor who had a goal. How can I not silently support and encourage him!"

Just the opposite, Sing Sing's impression of Ka Fai has never changed from the start. Sing Sing said, "If everyone looked back at the interviews years ago, they would discover the years ago I already said that Ka Fai is an actor I really like. I feel that he is a natural born actor with a charisma. When the film company told me that this time my COLD WAR (HONG JIN) co-star was him, I really couldn't be happier. Working with him could trigger a tremendous explosion."

Aside from explosion, Leung Ka Fai even joked that they had a chemistry that came within. They did not say much and would already coincidentally did their best with a good script. They would not steal scenes, fight over scenes, they were good partners that put people's minds at ease.

Since they appreciated each other so much, a good question arose. Once film award rivals, if they competed again with the new film who would win? Leung Ka Fai's answer was the most centered. "If it really happens, from a fairness angle I would feel I shouldn't win, he shouldn't win either. The best would be both winning it together. We even have to hold hands to accept it. That can increase our future collaboration chances because directors may have fantasies about us and want to use us again. Then we can compete in another film." Sing Sing agreed.

Source: on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

TVB artist Law Lok Lam's daughter Tisha Law married former 'Mr. HK' Otto Chan yesterday. The couple dated over two years before deciding to tie the knot. At the evening wedding banquet many good friends from the industry attended, a very star-studded wedding.

At 11am, Otto hopped on an army car along with his groomsmen Matthew Ko and Johnson Lee to pick up the bride. As the army car was too high, the built Otto had to carry his bride to the army-wedding car. Matthew greatly praised that the bridesmaids were all very gentle, and only made Otto do a few sit-ups at the door. Otto expressed: "I know my wife is a big fan of Sammy Leung, so this morning I called him directly to ask him if he could confess my love for her on the TV show. I spent a lot of time doing this, so it didn't take long before the bridesmaids were willing to let me in through the door!"

Tisha's mother, Chan Bo Yee, expressed she thought of a lot of memories during the tea ceremony and felt very emotional. She said: "I instructed them using a stern voice, I hope as they enter a new stage in life, they could just live a two-person world. (Want grandchildren?) No, the world is too chaotic. Let them be more financially stabled first, but I already have 5 dogs at home."

The newly weds arrived at a hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui in the evening to hold their 48 table wedding banquet. Law Lok Lam's sister-in-law Connie Chan Bo Chu and her family along with many good friends from the industry attended - Kate Tsui, Wong Cho Lam and girlfriend Leanne Li, Sharon Chan, Aimee Chan, Jessie Shum, Jessica Hsuan, Q Bobo, Nancy Wu, Patrick Dunn, Queenie Chu, Eileen Cha, KK Cheung, Jamie Chik, Virgina Lok, John Chiang, Ben Wong, Amigo Chui, Derek Kwok, Michael Tao, etc.

By request from the guests, the newly wed kissed for the media and when they were cutting the wedding cake, they didn't forget to share a strawberry together. The bride Tisha expressed: "Today is so exciting, very happy, but my mom got very emotional during the tea ceremony. She started crying, but my father was very happy. My parents were so nervous they couldn't sleep last night, but I actually had a good night sleep all the way to morning. (Mom doesn't want any grand children?) Mommy has many dogs. We have the financial ability, but we hope to wait a little longer before making that consideration to have children. Live a two people world for now!" Otto reveals because of his work, he only has 7 days off. Initially they planned their honeymoon in Europe, but now they changed it to Samui Island (Thailand).

New father-in-law, Law Lok Lam, was in a great mood, going around greeting the guests. He expressed his wife prepared a lot of gold and a ring as a gift to the newly wed. When asked of his secret to maintaining a marriage, he expressed: "The key is to care about each other. You have to show tolerance for everything, just as long as he loves my daughter on my behalf will be enough. The most important is happiness. As for grandchildren, let them decide. I hope my son-in-law will be like me, just keep life simple, that's the best." Auntie Connie Chan reveals she gave them money gift, and wishes them to be just like her son Dexter Young, treat his wife well, be happy and happiness forever.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Linda Chung and Wu Chun "looks exactly like siblings" had been a hot topic for a full four years already. Yesterday, the the 'siblings' met for the first time at the MARC BY MARC JACOBS store opening ceremony. When Linda and Wu Chun stood next to each other, they looked 90% alike. They were about the same height, had the same sharp face shape, high nose and small lips. The only difference was Wu Chun was darker than Linda. Linda, nicknamed 'Wu Chun's female version', laughed in excitement once she saw her 'brother'. She gave him a cake to celebrate his birthday next week, "This has been talked about for 4 years, now we finally meet! It's just like I found my long lost brother. The bottom half of our face looks alike, for example the nose, chin and small lips. Just thinking of it makes me laugh."

Initially Linda's hair looked similar to a fringe cut and would have matched Wu Chun's hairstyle, but unfortunately her dress didn't match that hairstyle. She said, "When I was shooting A Watchdog's Tale, I had a short hair wig on, and when I was out on the street, people mistaken me for Wu Chun! I've thought of cutting my hair short too, but I was afraid I may look too much like him, so I didn't get it. Friends also think we look very much alike, even for myself, I am starting to wonder if Wu Chun's really is my long lost brother. I have to go back and ask my mom." When asked if she looks like a man then? Linda said: "Wu Chun is very handsome, resembling him is just another type of compliment." Linda wants to take pictures with Wu Chun and hopes to duet with him, in a group style. She said: "I should recommend that we portray siblings? When I see him, I may take initiative and suggest that we collaborate in something together."

Wu Chun also thinks he and Linda look alike: "We do kinda look alike. Before when I was shooting with Raymond Lam, he said we really looked alike. Ekin Cheng said the same thing. If we could play brother and sister in a movie/series in the future, that wouldn't be too bad." When speaking of Linda wanting to duet with him? Wu Chun laughed: "Waited too long because I've been acting more, if there was a film's theme song, then we could do it." Wu Chun will be turning 33 on October 10th, he expressed he'll be celebrating with his fans in Taiwan and hopes to invite the three other guys of Fahrenheit. When asked if his birthday wish is to be in a relationship? He said: "No, acting is better."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Martial arts star, Austin Wai Tin Chi, passed away in Beijing on October 4th at the age of 55. He recently moved to Beijing and last night, there was news of his death. His younger sister, Kara Hui sorrowfully confirmed the news. She hurried and flew to Beijing to bring her brother's body back to HK. The funeral arrangements will also be held in HK.

Kara reveals she couldn't get in touch with her brother for several days. Last night, Austin's manager discovered that he had passed away in his home in Beijing. The cause of his death is currently unknown. Austin's ex-wife was notified of his death, she signed and said life is unpredictable. Although the two have been separated for nearly 10 years, but she will allow their 16 year old son to be filial to him.

Austin was a popular martial arts star in the 70s and 80s. He was active in both the film and TV industries. Recently he moved to Beijing and rarely appeared in HK. Last night at 7:30pm, Kara announced the bad news on Weibo. She expressed in sorrow: "I am feeling very very sad. My brother, RIP. You will definitely leave well. I miss you!"

Kara accepted an interview over the phone and expressed because she has been unable to reach her brother in the last several days, she was extremely worried. Yesterday she contacted Austin's manager, the manager said once he opened the door to his home, he found Austin's body lying there. Kara immediately called the police. As she was in Hangzhou at the time, she immediately flew to Beijing to find out what was happening because they did not have any family in Beijing.

The last time we heard from Austin was on September 21st, he left a message on Weibo expressing he's health condition is not doing well. His final words were: "It's not that I don't want to update my Weibo, recently my health isn't well. First it was my arthritis pain, I went to see the doctor a month ago and now I have lots of mucus in my coughs. I had trouble breathing. I had done many physicals and still nothing is good. Later I went to the pharmacy to get medicine for 5 days, after the second day, I got a lot better. Troubling me to death."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Taiwan's handsome guy Wu Chun and Linda Chung, who is said to resemble him, both attended an event for the fashion brand Marc by Marc Jacobs. Wu Chun thinks that he and Linda have a slight resemblance: "Before, when filming a movie with Raymond Lam, he also said that there's a resemblance. Even Ekin Cheng said it before!" As for Linda hoping to group with him to sing a song, he said, "Must wait a little longer first. Currently busy with filming movies. If it's the theme song of a movie, can also duet!"

Linda Chung's Heart Palpitates Upon Seeing Wu Chun

Linda Chung and Taiwan's handsome guy Wu Chun, who is said to resemble her, both attended an event for the fashion brand Marc by Marc Jacobs. She frankly said that she felt nervous and excited, describing it as 'heart-pounding' and saying that her nose, chin, and small lips resembled Wu Chu the most...frankly saying that she must get a self-taken picture with him. She hopes to group with Wu Chun to duet or portray brother-and-sister roles. Asked whether she would make a self-recommendation, she said, "I am very passive; however, after seeing him, may suggest it!"

Source: the-sun, mingpao, appledaily, and Weibo
Translated by: hyn5 @ 幸而城 Fortunate City

Roger Kwok, Sharon Chan, Selena Li, Joyce Tang, etc. will be filming producer Lam Chi Wah's new series "Arrogant Man of Justice" next month. Playing a lawyer for the first time, Roger will use a lighthearted style to portray an 'urban, cool-toned guy'.

When Roger accepted an interview, he frankly said that he is very afraid of portraying lawyer roles because there is a lot of court dialogue to remember. He laughingly said, "Luckily, my memory is considered good. In addition, everything is digital now. It is also very easy to do editing. Before, got a lot of practice from 'Queens of Diamonds and Hearts'...was able to handle a lot of ancient dialogue, so not worried". In the series, Roger plays a melancholic, cool-toned guy. He said, "When my character speaks, there's a delay. After finishing a phrase, must think a while before saying the second phrase. In addition, would keep a distance from the people around him. What he says is very scumlike, causing people to feel utterly ashamed". Roger frankly said that many foreign films have this type of character...in the process of doing research.

When talking about this series filming in November, following the studio schedule of "Triumph in the Skies II", Roger laughingly said that he hopes that filming is on schedule and able to get off on time...take time off to accompany his son and have a party at home during Christmas holidays.

Source: orientaldaily
Translated by: hyn5 @ 幸而城 Fortunate City

Teresa Mo Shun Kwan, Raymond Wong Pak Ming and Vincent Kok Tak Siu yesterday appeared on Clifton Ko Chi Sum's ATV program. Mo Mo said that since ALL'S WELL ENDS WELL TOO (FA TIN HEI SI) 20 years ago she rarely ran into Wong Pak Ming and they have never worked together. This year she finally will work on Wong Pak Ming's Lunar New Year. Reporters remembered that in the past she worked on Eric Tsang Chi Wai's Lunar New year film, this year she switched sides. Mo Mo joked, "That's right, Chi Wai didn't care. He even said great, this year he will have such a strong competition."

Mo Mo and Ko Chi Sum years ago originally planned to work on plays I HAVE A DATE WITH SPRING and YAN YU HONG CHUAN, but both times she became pregnant after signing the contract. She has never had the chance to perform on the stage again because it took a long time to prepare. Will she return to TVB for a series? Mo Mo immediately shook her head and said that she would not make another series, over 400 episodes were enough. She said, "Series production is very tough, don't bother me again." Reporters said that Francis Ng Chun Yu has said that he would not work on another series but now has returned home. Mo Mo said, "I too want to be tempted with money."

Wong Pak Ming revealed that this year's Lunar New Year film will be Kok Tak Siu directed, aside from Mo Mo the cast will also have Ronald Cheng Chung Kei, Chapman To Man Jat and Sandra Ng Kwan Yu. This time will be an inspirational story about a group of people. He also revealed that originally he wanted to work with Chi Wai on a Lunar New Year film. They even met several times about it but finally they still decided that the rivalry would be more fun; now that they knew what the other one will make and the competition will be positive.

Source: Takungpao, on.cc
Translated by: hktopten

Rosamund Kwan Chi Lam yesterday notified friends that her father Kwan San passed away on October 1 due to lung cancer at the age of 83. Viewing will take place starting at 5PM on October 10 at the Hong Kong funeral home grace hall, the funeral will take place the next day at 8AM and the burial will take place in Shenzhen.

Kwan San was originally named Kwan Pak Wai. Born in Shenyang, Liaoning to a Manchurian family, he came to Hong Kong with his parents as the Sino-Japanese War erupted. Soon after both parents passed away one after another and he took over the responsibility of taking care of his family. He has worked as a miner and pier laborer. In 1954 after watching the Doe Ching directed BEYOND THE GRAVE (YUN GWAI LUEN) he became interested in the film industry. In the same year he applied to an independent company but was not hired. In 1956 he applied to the Great Wall film actor training class. A year later he caught director Yuen Yang-An directed THE TRUE STORY OF AH Q (AH Q JING JUEN). The film was invited to participate in the Locarno International Film Festival in Switzerland. Kwan Shan received the Best Actor award to become the first Hong Kong actor to in an international film festival award.

In 1961, Kwan Shan joined Shaw and starred in many popular dramas like LOVE WITHOUT END (BUT LIU CHING), THE BLUE AND THE BLACK (LAN YU HAK) to become the most popular melodrama actor of the 60s. Starting in the 70s, Kwan Shan worked in both Hong Kong and Taiwan, even founded the Kwan's Film Company and directed many films. In 1979 he participated in RTV series DRAGON STRIKES (TIN LUNG KUET). In the late 80s, Kwan Shan eased out of the film industry and into business. Later he immigrated to the U.S. but has guest starred in the John Woo (Ng Yu Sum) directed A BETTER TOMORROW 2 (YING HUNG BOON SIK 2).

Source: Takungpao, Mingpao, Singtao
Translated by: hktopten

The 55th Asia Pacific Film Festival will take place between December 13 and 16 in Macau. Yesterday the Federation of Motion Film producers of Hong Kong announced the nominations. THE VIRAL FACTOR (YIK JIN), LIFE WITHOUT PRINCIPLE (DUET MING GUM), THE SILENT WAR (TING FUNG JEH), TURNING POINT 2 (LAUGHING GOR ji CHIM JUI FAN) and CHINESE GHOST STORY (LIU JAI ji SIN NUI YAU WON) will represent Hong Kong in competition, as selected film will automatically compete in Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress and other categories.

Lau Ching Wan and Nicholas Tse Ting Fung with LIFE WITHOUT PRINCIPLE and THE VIRAL FACTOR respectively received the Golden Horse Best Actor nominations. Now they again with these two films compete for the Asia Pacific Best Actor with THE SILENT WAR's Tony Leung Chiu Wai, TURNING POINT 2's Francis Ng Chun Yu and Michael Tse Tin Wa and CHINESE GHOST STORY's Louis Koo Tin Lok. With his first Best Actor nomination at the Golden Horse, VULGARIA's To Man Jat was also nominated for the Asia Pacific Film Festival but for TURNING POINT 2.

LIFE WITHOUT PRINCIPLE's Golden Horse Best Actress nominees Denise Ho Wan Si is also nominated for the Asia Pacific Best Actress against Best Actresses like THE SILENT WAR's Zhou Xun and TURNING POINT 2's Wai Ying Hung.

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

Yesterday Him Law and Mandy Wong attended an event together in Kowloon. When speaking of Him's latest rumor that he asked singer Rainky Wai if she was a virgin? Him denied once again and stressed he has never asked such sensitive question. Rumored girlfriend Tavia Yeung also didn't ask him about it. Regarding to the early 'car incident' with Tavia, Him expressed they have already told the true story at the press conference. When asked why Tavia's vomit didn't get on his pants? He stuttered: "I didn't eat the bowl of noodles yet, but there was a plastic bag! It just wasn't captured in the pictures!"

Mandy reveals she is currently shooting with good friend Myolie Wu's ex-boyfriend Bosco Wong, but denies purposely ignoring him on the set. She said: "There was a scene where I initiated a hug and kiss on him, we discussed together on how we should approach the scene. I keep personal life and work separate." (Related Article)

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

45 year old Leon Lai was dating 32 year old Gaile Lok, 15 years his junior, for five years before it was exposed in 2008 that they were secretly married in the US. Since October of last year, there were constant rumors that they were changes in their marriage. Recently the divorce rumors were getting more and more intense. The last straw was a few days ago, Gaile was photographed on a date in the Bali islands with her close friend from New Zealand (Cuz). There were also bed photos that leaked in which Gaile was seen in her underwear. Yesterday the reports dug up Leon's old rumors with Liu Yifei and Zhang Ziyi. It was also rumored Gaile was upset that Leon kept intervening with her personal life and her work. It was said their separation was mainly due to Leon's traditional beliefs. Gaile, on the other hand, grew up in the US and is used to having more freedom, therefore there were a lot of contradictions in their relationship.

Whether the rumors are true or not, [Oriental Daily] discovered Leon and Gaile have officially filed for divorce. This relationship couldn't get pass 'The 7 Year Itch'. Lately, Gaile and Leon have been busy working separately, and after negotiations, they finally break the silence.

Yesterday Leon and Gaile released a written statement through their shared management "Paciwood Music & Entertainment LTD" announcing that they are officially getting a divorce. However, they used the words "break up" to replace "divorce".


QUOTE (Source: channelnewasia.com)

"Although they have experienced a lot of happy times together and still care for one another, both parties have very different life philosophies which resulted in serious disagreements, so after careful consideration, both parties have decided to part ways.

"Hopefully, the public can give them both some personal space in these tough times, so they can embrace their new lives as soon as possible, and continue to focus on their work," said Paciwood Music and Entertainment Ltd in its statement.

"On behalf of Ms Gaile Lok and Mr Leon Lai, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the media for their support and concern." (Source: channelnewasia.com)


Gaile's manager (Mr. Chan) expressed he felt its such a pity that the two separated, he said: "Rumors going on and on is meaningless now. Although this isn't a happy incident, it is their privacy. I don't want caring friends of Leon Lai and Ms. Lok to have too much speculation. We got their consent before releasing the statement. (When was the divorce decided?) Within the last two days." Mr. Chan expressed as their manager and friend, he doesn't hope to see them divorce, but will respect their decision. He said gratefully: "I am very familiar with both of them, they are very civilized people and can face anything calmly without anger." When asked if he has contacted Leon or Gaile? He said: "They have, after discussions, they contacted me separately. I hope they'll be happy in the future."

When asked of Leon and Gaile's whereabouts? He said Leon isn't in Beijing: "He's working at another place now. (When will he be back?) Very soon because we have a meeting." As for Gaile, earlier she told him she would be going to Bali and then to Australia to handle some personal matters.

As for the true reason for Leon and Gaile's separation? He repeated what was said on the statement: "Differences in their philosophy of life." He also does not believe there was a third party in the relationship: "What the eye sees may not be the truth. Also I didn't see or hear it. I don't think there is a third party."

Gaile responded to the news in English through Whatsapp: "All I can say is..We already separated a long time ago.. It was very hard to have to lie to everyone and keep secret from friends and outside people. I'm apologize to media and public for that.. I wish Leon happiness and he will always be family to me.. I will remain with Paciwood and Joe as my manager.."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

After the whole contract dispute with Universal Music earlier this year, Kay Tse has finally settled the issue and officially joined Stars Shine. Yesterday she attended the 'Stars Shine International 3rd Anniversary' press conference and the company's boss Herman Ho announced Kay is now an artist under them.

Stars Shine artists including Super Girls, Linda Chung, Joyce Cheng, Elanne Kong, Herbert Wu and Alfred Hui attended to celebrate Kay joining them. However the rumored 'Fallen First Sister', Fala Chen, was no where to be seen.

Kay was asked if she has replaced Fala as the 'First Sister'? Kay sweet talked: "Don't say that, we are all a big family!" She reveals the earliest for her new album to release is next year. When asked if she's at a disadvantage at the music awards at the end of the year? She said: "My goal isn't to compete for the awards, my works are the most important!"

Joyce expressed Stars Shine will 'rise up' once Kay joins the company, she said: "Kay is amazing, she's so successful with both her career and family! I will have to work even harder to lose weight!" Young 'see mui' Jinny Ng stuck close to Herman, she expressed "I hope Boss will make more arrangements for me to shoot TVB series and participate in their game shows."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum