Wednesday, March 28, 2012

News film : Natural Born Lovers

Annie Liu (Lau Sum Yau) and Julian Cheung Chi Lam earlier worked on their film NATURAL BORN LOVERS (TIN SUN OI CHING KONG) in Kowloon Tong. That night after they shot an argument, Sum Yau ran into Chilam's arms and cried for her final scene of the shoot. Thus the film company boss Stephen Shiu Jr. brought champagne to visit the set and celebrate. Sum Yau was very happy about the wrap but was reluctant to part, as she thanked the team for its care. Because Sum Yau was shooting a crying scene that night, before places she sat alone in the corner to cultivate her emotions. Originally frowning, she smiled sweetly as soon as she mentioned rumored boyfriend Kevin Cheng Ka Wing, but she at first stressed that their chance to develop was zero. "No, entertainment news is just for everyone to laugh at, now we won't have any chance to develop. I don't want to give people the impression that we have a chance. This depends on fate." Later she changed her tune and admitted that no one could predict the future. She said, "It would depend on fate, love needs feeling, whether the person is in or out of the industry it doesn't matter." Was she worried that the rumors would scare off suitors? Sum Yau said, "Not much to worry about, love too has to take its natural course." Chilam said that he still has one more day before completion. He hoped to have a chance to have dinner with the entire team later. Director Patrick Kong (Yip Lim Sum) said that he would continue to make different subject romantic films every year and revealed that he was in negotiation for several films.

News : Movie 'Love'

Taiwanese actor Ethan Ruan has come under constant media scrutiny ever since he enlisted for national service. Not only were there reports of how the actor was coping with military life, the media was also hot on his heels each time he was allowed a holiday. Previously, Ethan's girlfriend, actress Tiffany Tsu let on that she rarely cooked now because Ethan is often not around and that she is currently busy with work, causing a fast dip in her weight. Two days ago, the actor, who was on his break, took Tiffany out on a date and had a steamboat dinner, so as to nourish her body. Ethan, who sported a buzz cut, attracted diners' attention as soon as he entered the restaurant, creating a small commotion. However, the actor kept his cool and focused on his meal the entire time. In other related news, the actor's movie Love did well at the box office, and his convincing portrayal of a man who stutters and has low self-esteem, won praise from netizens.

Linda Chung extra income on advertisement

Linda Chung is known as a frugal and hardworking artist. Lately, since she has finally paid off all her 'series debt' (break from filming), she quickly goes out to earn some extra income. Within these two months, she had four endorsements and has pocketed over HK$1 million. The other day, under the some 10 degree C temperatures, Linda was shooting a shower gel commercial for 6 figures. She just had a thin and short white dress on for the shoot and had to run away in the open field with a little girl. She conveyed a natural and healthy message. Since it was Linda's first time meeting the little girl, she brought her candy and toys. Although Linda had to withstand the cold and please the little girl, she did not once ask for a break. However, the company arranged a personal makeup car for her to use. Then Linda was shooting a showering scene, where she showed off her shoulders and legs for 3 hours! Linda claimed she's a fan of this brand, and this is the sexiest commercial that she has done since she debuted. Earlier, she especially looked after her body to display the most beautiful skin for the shoot. She said: "Recently, I've been doing a lot of aerobics. I went for several classes in the last two months and now I'm better spirited and feel healthier. I pay particular attention to showering, and the shower gel must let out a fresh scent. I rehearse my lines and sing in the shower!" As she has been rapidly earning extra income and becoming a little queen of endorsements, Linda didn't deny: "I will shoot any commercial! Most important is to earn money! Although I already have a home, I hope to buy another one this year! (Buy a 'Gu Por' Home?) Haha! Of course a 'brick' is a stronger safeguard. I hope to earn enough to buy another home by the end of this year!"

Akanishi Jin arena tour canceled

Newspapers reported on Sunday that Akanishi Jin (27) was originally scheduled to hold an arena tour in Japan starting next month, but the concerts were canceled due to his sudden marriage to actress Kuroki Meisa (23) in February. Sources say that his management agency, Johnny's Jimusho, decided to punish him for his actions regarding the marriage. Akanishi apparently did not take the responsibility to inform his agency or other relevant parties before he and Kuroki submitted their marriage registration on February 2. Johnny’s Jimusho president Johnny Kitagawa said that he only found out about the marriage after it had been reported in the news. Because of Akanishi’s decision to notify them of such a major thing after the fact, his agency chose to hold him responsible by canceling a tour that was supposed to take place from early April to early May. Despite the marriage announcement, Akanishi’s U.S. tour from March 9-17 proceeded as planned. However, he was also apparently scheduled to hold a 5-city, 7-concert tour in Japan after his return. The tour was never officially announced before its cancellation (sources say it was planned to be announced around the time that Akanishi revealed his marriage), but his agency had already booked the venues. As an additional penalty, Johnny’s Jimusho is making Akanishi bear the cost of the venue cancellation fees, which can normally be around 1 to 2 million yen for an arena-size venue. Besides Johnny’s Jimusho, other parties affected by the sudden marriage include Akanishi’s record label. Kuroki’s work has also been affected, especially by the fact that she is now in her third month of pregnancy.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

New album ‘YOUNG FOOLISH HAPPY’

British singer Pixie Lott has released her Japanese album of ‘YOUNG FOOLISH HAPPY’ on March 21 which includes Big Bang’s GD&T.O.P collaboration on ‘Dancing on My Own.’ Pixie Lott is a British singer-songwriter that topped the UK singles chart as soon as she debuted in 2009 with ‘Mama Do.’ She was also named one of 2010’s ‘Faces to Watch’ by Billboard. It was reported that she heard about GD&TOP by watching a YouTube music video of theirs and asked YG Entertainment for collaboration with them. The singer expressed her excitement as reported earlier even posting on her Facebook that GD&TOP will be on her debut album in Japan out on March 21. She stated that couldn’t wait to hear it.

New "Transformers" animation series

It was revealed that Korean group Big Bang's song has been selected as the opening theme for the new "Transformers" animation series. According to Dkpopnews website, Big Bang's agency, YG Entertainment, made an official announcement that the song "Feeling" has been selected as the opening theme song of the animation, "Transformers: Prime". Big Bang's "Feeling", is an up-tempo song co-produced by DJ Boys Noize from Germany and Big Bang's G-Dragon. This track is included in Big Bang's new Japanese album, "ALIVE," which is scheduled to be released on 28 March in Japan. The new album includes a total of 10 tracks including, "Feeling," and "Ego," which are not found in the Korean album; "Fantastic Baby", "Blue", and "Bad Boy", with Japanese lyrics written by m-flo's VERBAL; as well as a bonus track, "Haru Haru." "Transformers: Prime" series will air in 140 countries. It will be broadcasted on various channels in Japan starting 7 April.

News : OVERHEARD 2

Lau Ching Wan and Crystal Liu Yifei two nights ago attended the Hong Kong Society of Cinematographers annual banquet and received the 2011 Most Charming Actor and Actress awards. The Most Outstanding Cinematography Award went to OVERHEARD 2 (SIT TING FUNG WON 2)'s Poon Yiu Ming. Lau Ching Wan kept saying his victory was incredible and joked that he did not feel how he was charming, the eyes of cinematographers were indeed extraordinary! He admitted that he has never been called charming, even his wife has never told so. How did he attract his wife? Lau Ching Wan said, "I don't know, maybe it was honesty!" He said in his eyes the most charming actor has to be Chow Yun Fat. He even joked, "Actually many people are charming, only I am not!" Liu Yifei felt that her charm came from self confidence, her aura also came from within and had nothing to do with looks. Thus she felt everyone was charming. In her eyes the most charming artist was also Chow Yun Fat as he radiated a mature charm.

News : Hong Kong Film Market promotion of DIVA

Joey Yung Cho Yi, Carlos Chan Ka Lok and producer Chapman To Man Jat yesterday attended the Hong Kong Film Market promotion of DIVA. Joey said that her assistant earlier watched the footage during her voice work. On the streets her assistant saw a new necklace and told her to buy it for the red carpet later. Joey said, "I too feel I have improved, but I don't feel that it was great enough for a nomination. I told my assistant to wake up! (Why do you lack confidence?) Maybe I am very demanding of myself. I already feel very happy about any improvement." Joey revealed that she already bought that necklace for five figures, of course she would have the chance she would really like to win an award. Joey felt that if an actress has a script that is scripted for her, she has to believe that was what she wants. In the story she did not need to explore much. Anything that seemed to have happened to her she only had to put it out of the drawer. The performance was very comfortable. Joey also said that she is fielding other scripts. Earlier she ran into James Yuen Sai Sun, who was interested in a sequel for CRAZY N THE CITY (SUN GAING HUP NUI). She too would like to work with the original team. Ah Jat hoped that the film would be released in the summer. Speaking of Joey's necklace purchase for film festivals, would Ah Jat give her a hand or help himself first? Ah Jat admitted that he did not have such a mentality and felt that film was passive. However he had confidence in Joey because the film wanted to unveil the dark side of stardom. Ah Jat said, "I am not saying that Joey has one, but she grew up amid jeers. If she had a smooth sailing no one would want to watch it. I have talked with her about that earlier, speaking of the hardship she too got teary eyed." Ah Jat said that everyone had love and career while growing up, but he talked about them he would become a producer without ethics. Ultimately Joey in the film performed some of her own experience.

News : Mini Yang Mi

Popular Mainland star Mini Yang Mi along with director Corey Yuen Kwai and Louis Fan Siu Wong appeared at the Hong Kong International Film Market and attended the WU DANG press conference. The event even premiere the film production special and promotional film. Yuen Kwai had nothing but praise for "new kung fu star" Yang Mi, complimenting her on her physical adjustments and good action genes. Fan Siu Wong demonstrated kung fu on the spot. Fan Siu Wong even revealed that when he shot the three turns in mid air, all the force gathered on his toes when he landed and they broke. He needed six strong men to carry him off the hill. After treatment the next day he was able to continue to work. He thought the injury was not the toughest part, which was carrying Sister Bau (Paw Hee Ching) up and down stairs several dozen times in 3,000 feet above sea level. Luckily he did not have any high altitude reaction. As for Donnie Yen Chi Tan and Vincent Zhao Wenzhou's recent dispute news, he dodged the question and said, "I don't know." For her first kung fu film, Yang Mi inevitably got hurt. Due to wire work she was bruised all over. Was she scared off? She said, "It's OK, but it's pretty scary. Some of the stunts were highly difficult, in one scene I had to be upside down." Did she fall in love with action? She said that she did not know how the film would turn out. If viewers would accept it she would like to try again, because after finishing the action film her health improved.

News : THE BAUHINIA HEROINE 3D

Chrissie Chau Sau Na and Ava Yu yesterday appeared at the Hong Kong Film Market to promote THE BAUHINIA HEROINE 3D (JI GAING HUP 3D). Chau Sau Na broke boards with kicks and performed cartwheels. Later Chau Sau Na explained that because she had to kick she was dressed more conservatively. For this film she trained for a month. Everyday she stretched. She said that her nose and her knees now have become closer and closer friends. Later they might even live together. Has she tried her hands on her boyfriend? She said that she did not dare to because her boyfriend had a pair of scissors in his hands. Has she learned to defend herself now? Chau Sau Na said not yet because she still was not great at it yet. Will she switch to the action genre later and stop being sexy? She said, "No, right now I am learning the basics. I am very glad that this film had time for me to train."

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Upcoming solo album

Big Bang's G-Dragon is reported to have collaborated with international hip-hop artist Ludacris for his upcoming solo album. A representative from YG Entertainment confirmed the news today after stating that G-Dragon met with Ludacris during his visit in South Korea last September, and the latter signed an agreement with YG Entertainment. The official further revealed that, "G-Dragon wrote the rap lyrics for the song and Ludacris finished his part late last year. G-Dragon's album is scheduled to hit stores this summer though the release date may change depending on the progress." G-Dragon launched his solo career in August 2009 with the release of his first album "Heartbreaker", which was then followed by a live concert album "Shine A Light" in March 2010. Currently, G-Dragon joins the rest of Big Bang as they continue promotions for their fifth mini-album "Alive."

New romantic film coming soon

Popular Taiwan idol Ko Chen-Tung and Angelababy will work together for the first time on the Clarence Ford (Fok Yiu Leung) new romantic film. Yesterday, Ko Chen-Tung secretly came to Hong Kong for pre production work. Only a few lucky fans ran into their idols at the airport and could not be more pleased. Taiwan hunk Ko Chen-Tung and Angelababy lately have become new film industry favorites. Ko Chen-Tung last year won the Golden Horse Award Best New Actor. Many directors have made offers to him. Baby has long been a rising film star, making film after film. Two popular actors will work together for the first time on the Fok Yiu leung directed new film JING CHUP MUK YU (DETECTIVE SWEET WORDS), a romantic film that will consist of three stories. Ko Chen-Tung and Baby will star in one of the story and be in a love triangle with Bosco Wong Chung Chak who will play Baby's superior! In another story "the Strongest of the Universe" Donnie Yen Chi Tan will be paired with Taiwan otaku godden Michelle Chen.

Film THE SECOND WOMAN (CHING MAI)

Shu Qi and Shawn Yue Man Lok yesterday promoted their film THE SECOND WOMAN (CHING MAI) in Tsuen Wan. Because Shu Qi played twins in the film, the event arranged for two pairs of twins to play games. Shu Qi said that her father and uncle were twins, thus she had a chance to have twins. Actually she would be rather happy to have two at once. As for when, Shu Qi said that she wanted to pass the plan to her younger brother as she would have to wait until she was with someone. When rumored boyfriend Wang Leehom was mentioned, Shu Qi said, "This is ancient history, you ask and ask again, spread and spread again, I am bothered even if you are not. (Didn't you go on vacation together?) No, next question." She mentioned online earlier that she was upset at her film LOVE being pirated, Shu Qi explained that only because she saw people watching the DVD on their computers she mentioned the advantages of going to the movies. It was not a big deal that it turned out to be. Shu Qi said, "I am not upset, of course after working hard on a movie I want it to do well at the box office." Lok Jai's other film LOVE IN THE BUFF (CHUN GIU YU JI MING) will be released at the same time. Was he worried about competing with himself? Lok Jai joked that he was so busy with promotions that he was dizzy, everyday he had no idea even about where he was.

Film LOVE LIFTING (GO GUI OI)

Elanne Kong Yeuk Lam and director Herman Yau Lai To yesterday attended a forum with their film LOVE LIFTING (GO GUI OI) advanced screening viewers. The film opened earlier in the Mainland, but Elanne did not see the film because To Man Jat asked her to wait and watch at the Hong Kong premiere together. Even though she did not see the film yet, she had the director on hand and were still able to share production highlight with the audience. The film is released now, half a year after its completion, and ran into strong competition from A SIMPLE LIFE (TOH JEH). Elaine said, "That's good too. They are doing great at the box office, Hong Kong films are films that need love, hopefully everyone will spread the word. After our film's Mainland release, everyday many posted on Ah Jat's and my microblog to say it was so touching that they cried from watching it." Elaine also said that viewers at the Mainland premiere were teary eyed. A woman said that she normally did not treat her husband too well, after watching the movie she wanted to treat him better as she learned to cherish those in front of her. This time she gained weight to play the weightlifter and was injured as well, would she like to win an award for her enormous sacrifices? She said about her first heart warming film, "I only hope that viewers would be moved to tears."

Film NIGHTFALL (DAI JUI BO)

The film NIGHTFALL (DAI JUI BO) two nights ago held its Mongkok premiere. Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Janice Man Wing Shan, Kay Tse On Kay, Candy Yu On On, Michael Wong Man Tak all attended. Everyone coordinated with the film and performed a gun firing ceremony. Earlier the film received great responses from numerous Mainland screenings. Was Ka Fai confident about its Hong Kong box office? He said that he would be nervous before the film release and hoped for more and more at the box office. Ka Fai this time had no line at all. Was it great not to have to remember any line? Ka Fai said, "On a certain level it's good, but because of that I had to express emotions through expressions and body language. I needed to spend even more time and effort to cultivate my emotions. The feeling is like I am making a silent film." Tse On Kay said that she was afraid of Ka Fai because he often hid in a corner to cultivate emotions. Later she realized that Ka Fai actually knew how to laugh. In addition, Yu On On earlier was rumored to be dating a younger man. Two nights ago she said that he was her co-star in the play BOUNDLESS MOVEMENT (PIN DEI FONG FEI), Ling Man Lung. Because in the play they played mother and son, they got along so well during their performance that she treated him like a "son" just like she treated Janice Man like a daughter. She said that Ling Man Lung was somewhat upset because he was not used to being reported and stated that he was not pursuing her. She too would not date anyone around his daughter's age and joked that she was prepared to introduce girls to Ling Man Lung. Would she introduce Janice Man? Janice Man immediately declined, claiming that she was a traditional person and "siblings" could not possibly date. After the premiere the group attended an after party. Ka Fai was in great spirit. He not only thanked everyone for their support but also asked them what they thought about the movie. Janice Man was teary eyed from Ka Fai's performance. That night her mother also came in support of her. Tse On Kay, whose birthday will be on March 13, had to rush to an advanced birthday party that her friends were holding for her. She only chatted with Ka Fai for awhile before leaving. When Ka Fai left the party loyal fans presented him with gifts to wish for box office success for his film. Ka Fai chatted with fans and posed for photos, finally leaving early in the morning.

New film 'A SIMPLE LIFE (TOH JEH)'

Winning multiple international awards, the film A SIMPLE LIFE (TOH JEH) since its March 8 release has performed ideally at the box office. Its opening box office was 3.1 million. As for noon yesterday it accumulated 6.2 million. Wa Jai and Deanie Ip Tak Han were still busy with the film promotion. Lau Tak Wa even turned the film's production process into a new book titled MY 30 WORK DAYS: A SIMPLE LIFE PRODUCTION DIARY. Two days ago Wa Jai attended a book signing in Taiwan. When the news of Wa Jai's Taiwan visit went out, Wa Jai fans immediately rushed to buy the new book and the publisher had to print another edition in an emergency. Since last Tuesday's advanced sales to its official release, another edition was needed in ten short days. The book signing was originally slated for 300 fans, but due to the overwhelming advanced sales the number increased in the last minute to 500 fans. Lau Tak Wa said that he has always had a dream to direct, he has already prepared a script. Wa Jai pointed out that when he joined the television actor training class he originally wanted to study screen writing and directing, but under the instructor's encouragement he stumbled his way into becoming an actor. However his dream to direct remained in his heart. He pointed out that a year ago he originally wanted to make his film but he ran into Ann Hui On Wa, so he made A SIMPLE LIFE. He also said that Taiwan film development was thriving. After seeing Doze Niu Chen-Zer and Jay Chou (Chow Kit Lun)'s work as directors he thought they were amazing. He too had to work hard on catching up.

News : Jolin Tsai

It's true: Taiwanese pop princess Jolin Tsai has plans to make her foray into the fashion industry. Back in 2008, Jolin was invited to take on the role of fashion designer for America's Saks Fifth Avenue's 72 Changes collection. However, fans were unable to lay hands on their idol's creative work, because the store did not have any outlets in Taiwan. Jolin left the company when her contract ended because of the differences in vision. According to the singer's manager, "In these past few years, Jolin would share her opinions with fashion designers in New York, and attend various fashion shows to expand her knowledge about the fashion industry" and even went to London, England to catch a fashion show with her beau, Vivian Dawson. Responding to rumours that she was making preparations to enter the fashion industry, the singer replied, "Who said fashion has to be expensive? I hope to open an affordable online fashion boutique, so that everyone can look fashionable when they go out." It is believed that the 32-year-old has done thorough research on various overseas online stores, before going ahead with her plan to open an online boutique last month. The singer will set up an online clothes store with the concept "fashion can be affordable and part of daily life". Jolin added, "The fastest way for a girl to become beautiful is through the internet, which is not just for shopping, but also a place where one can get opinions." Other than her intention of dominating the fashion world, the singer will also attend the Super G!rls Festa in Japan on Apr 15. Jolin will perform as a guest artiste and share the catwalk with top models in Japan, including Chikako Watanabe, Hasegawa Jun and Karina.

Zonta Club's 30th anniversary

TVB FaDan Linda Chung, Jade Kwan and her husband and Moiselle's Prince Kade Chan and his parents attended the Zonta Club's 30th anniversary celebration banquet last night. Linda was dressed carefully for the occasion, and expressed she rarely steps into Ball settings. When asked if she'll take the opportunity to find a boyfriend here? Linda said: "Didn't think about that. I am already happy enough to be here tonight. (Find a rich partner in these Ball settings?) Nope. Everyone knows I don't care about money, as long as my other half has a good heart and can take care of me. (Do you want him to be a good fighter too?) Pretty good, can protect me." Rumored boyfriend Philip Ng is considered a 'fighter' too, when asked what's her relationship with Philip? She did not hesitate to say: "We have a very good relationship. I cannot say how it would be to develop further, but I hope to maintain stability. I have always been low-profile when it comes to relationships. (Not going to announce your relationship?) When its stable, I can announce. (Still not stable now?) I'm not a good speaker, don't know how to handle the media, keep it low-profile is better. (Secret marriage?) If I do get marry in the future, I will definitely announce. I want everyone to care and congratulate me. I will also invite everyone to the wedding banquet."

New series 'The Prominent Family'

TVB Siu Sang Kenneth Ma, Miss HK Rebecca Zhu and young actress Bella Lam risked the cold weather and went to shoot a water scene in Sai Kung for new series The Prominent Family. The scene was about Rebecca rescuing her drowning sister Bella, but Rebecca's husband Kenneth had to rescue her and jumped in the water as well. When the director asked the three of them to jump into the sea and create a confusion for the scene, Kenneth patted his chest and said: "No problem, I'm the best at 'hugging left and right' (having girls left/right)." In diving suits, the three of them were in the water for a whole hour, no wonder Rebecca and Bella both groaned "going crazy from the cold" and "shaking crazily". Fortunately there was Big See Hing (senior) Kenneth Ma there to make gags and heat up the atmosphere. The two were singing and dancing in the water to stay warm, which made it a funny scene. As for Rebecca, who made her 'water debut', she didn't know how to float and often grabbed onto Bella as her support, and repeatedly touched her chest area. Rebecca later explained: "Bella's diving suit was orange colored, it could really stand out, so I'm just helping her cover it!" Kenneth joked: "That type of thing, I can do it!" When asked why Kenneth repeatedly put up the 'V' hand signal in the water? Kenneth really put in some 'shoe polishing oil' (sucking up) into his response: "I am the loyal minister (不二之臣) in TVB, so I have to put up a 2 sign! Also, the director brought me some luck this time, gave me two pretty girls to accompany me into the water. Haha!" Kenneth also exposed earlier when he was teaching Rebecca how to maintain balance in the water, it led to the 'aiya husband/wife' get cuts on their ankle, blood was seen. However, Rebecca didn't mind: "It was quite fun! My first jump into the water in life." Also, earlier Ron Ng too filmed a jump into the sea scene for this same series and although it was freezing, he still insisted to personally do the scene himself, very professional!

News : K-pop stars

K-pop stars strutted down the runway on Sunday, moving to the rhythm of their hit songs. “K-collection in Seoul,” a fashion show/concert held at the Olympic Gymnastics Arena at Olympic Park in Bangi-dong, featured popular K-pop groups such as Girls Generation, Big Bang, IU, MBLAQ, Infinite, T-ara, Miss A and Secret. Some of the stars walked down the catwalk decked in impressive outfits as well as showcasing their songs on stage. Actor Yeo Jin-gu who rose to stardom after starring in the MBC hit drama “Moon Embracing the Sun,” super model-turned-actress Choi Yeo-jin and former basketball player Woo Ji-won walked the runway as well. About 20 small fashion and beauty brands including B Zuan, 2 placebo, V-Company and Skin Food participated in the event. It was organized by broadcaster SBS to invigorate local, mid and small-sized fashion brands, which are losing ground amid the big enterprises and foreign brands.

Friday, March 02, 2012

News : 2011 TVB Anniversary Awards

After reconciliation rumours between former lovers, Kevin Cheng and Charmaine Sheh, surfaced in December last year, Hong Kong actor Kevin Cheng's love life is now under the spotlight again following his Best Actor win at the 2011 TVB Anniversary Awards. The Hong Kong media recently reported that the 42-year-old is two-timing Charmaine with a 23-year-old Chinese actress called Ying Er, whom he met on the set of the period drama series, Hero. Hailing from Hunan Province, Ying Er shot to fame last year after she participated in the Chinese drama Sealed with a Kiss. Kevin reportedly dotes on Ying Er and treats the Chinese actress like his younger sister. Last Friday, after an all-nighter shoot in China, the entire crew including actors Michael Tse, Ken Zhu and Ying Er, went for dinner together at a nearby Teochew claypot restaurant. At dinner, Kevin and Ying Er continued with their idle chatter despite sitting apart from one another with Michael sandwiched in the middle. When Ying Er did not want to touch the roasted pigeon with her bare hands, Kevin taught her how to pick the pigeon's bones with his mouth. At around 9pm, Kevin, Ying Er and Michael exited from the restaurant looking slightly tipsy. Just as they were about to leave, the actress lost her balance and fell on Kevin. The Scarlet Heart actor eventually escorted Ying Er to her car, and the pair parted ways reluctantly.

New series : 'Dangerous Drug Raid'

Raymond Lam, Ella Koon, Michael Miu and Ben Wong were shooting a police chase scene yesterday for TVB new series Dangerous Drug Raid. Raymond, who suffered from an injury on his sciatic nerve, expressed he has to go in for physical therapy one to two times a week. He said without hiding that there is pain when he walks and sits. As for Ella, a few days ago she sprained her ankle during filming, but yesterday she heroically continued to do the chase scene anyway. However, when the cameras stopped, she was limping and often rubbed her feet. When speaking of EEG CEO Ng Yue's comment earlier at the EEG Spring Banquet teasing Kevin Cheng can take Raymond's seat? Raymond laughed: "I heated up the seat for him! Pretty good. (Compete for the Male Singer award with you?) I never cared about these things, most important is that we can reach our goals with the music crew. After completing this series, I will have two more films to shoot in the next half year and will participate in a Mainland series." Reporters teased and asked if he's had enough of the seat and is willing to give it to Kevin? He laughed: "I'm always on the run. (Tell Kevin to go back and be his TV King?) He's my role model, I hope to join the TV King club too." Ella revealed she knew Raymond before this series, but they only got familiar when shooting this series. Reporters mentioned they have a common friend, Ron Ng. Ella said: "Common friends in TVB, turns out he can go down the comedic route! (He's provoking you?) We mutually provoke one another to chat." Also, Michael praised that this series invested a lot of car chasing and gun shooting scenes. He said yesterday he ran up and down all day long, but he expressed he is able to handle the scenes himself as long as he does his warm ups. When speaking of good friend Felix Wong switching over to Ricky Wong's team, asked when he's going to do the same? Michael said: "I'm still have a contract with TVB for some time, will shoot 1 series per year. I spoke to Mr. Wong before, but didn't get to the price yet. (Felix feels unhappy at TVB?) No, he just wants to switch to a new environment. Also, the salary there is higher than TVB."

Twins new Cantonese album '2-BE-FREE'

After 4 years, Twins launches their new Cantonese album 2-BE-FREE. Yesterday a press conference was held to promote the new album that intended to celebrate Twins' 10th anniversary. Twins appeared topless on the album cover for the first time. In the photo, Gillian Chung (Ah Gil) faces forward and reveals her belly button, while Charlene Choi (Ah Sa) just revealed her jade back. Their chest areas were covered by an eagle. In another cover, Twins embraced each other chest-to-chest, looking quite attractive. During the interview, Twins expressed they weren't really topless, and had on a tube top underneath for protection. The photographer wanted them to be more 'open' for the shoot, so he asked that the makeup artist and hairstylist leave the studio, only the photographer and their female assistant remained. When asked if they were used to appearing topless? Ah Sa stressed: "We aren't revealing, just a piece of artwork. Will you get even more sexier?) No, this is the limit." Ah Gil reveals she and Ah Sa embraced very tightly, when asked if they were hurt? Ah Sa laughed: "Of course! (Who hurt who?) Of course me, don't have to ask!" Twins was asked if they will consider doing charitable nude photo shoots? Ah Sa said: "I rather just donate the money. There is no need to go nude, that's pretty much rushing the customers away!" When speaking of many young female stars do nude photo shoots for the breast cancer foundation, Ah Gil said: "They won't come ask me to! No one will want to see it! They are models, and have good body figures."

News drama : "The Hippocratic Crush"

TVB siu sang Kenneth Ma attended an event in his new series "The Hippocratic Crush" doctor look. As a medical center's ambassador, he expressed that he hopes to endorse more health food products with his doctor image. When he was performing magic on stage, he made a mistake. When talking about the new series having decent ratings, Kenneth laughingly said that he and co-star Him Law will reveal nipples to celebrate if the ratings become even more successful. [He] also said that he does not mind revealing skin with 'Big-chested Him', as the two of them are of different routes...not worried about comparisons.