Kenneth Ma & Natalie Tong Filming "The Truth"

On October 27th, Kenneth Ma and Natalie Tong filmed a scene at the riding stables for "The Truth".

Personal Note: At the fitting of "The Frightening Thunder of the Forbidden City", Ma Ming said that Natalie plays his girlfriend in "The Truth", while she plays his wife in "Thunder". He said that he's not used to this new relationship, as she is his sister. :)

*Credits to squirl_yahoo_blog

Steven Ma Wins Third Prize in Lottery on His Birthday

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Steven Ma attended the 10th Central and Western Festival event as an ambassador. Steven's nose allergies were acting up, so he took the risk of singing off-key and sang [during the event]. He said, "I won the third prize in a lottery on my birthday. I thought it was over a million dollars, but there were 110 winners, so I only won $30,000. The lottery ticket was a birthday gift from my assistant, so I will give him half. (How will you be spending it?) Treat friends out to dinner. (There were reports saying that you told Ngo Ka Nin to 'go to hell'.) Ka Nin has already called me and said that he didn't say it [was me]. He felt that it made me upset, and he felt sorry. He only said that a veteran's words have hurt him. I need to explain because I want to prove my innocence. I am a guy, so I will not say 'go to hell'. Also, I just collaborated with Ka Nin last year. We have never collaborated before. The matter is now being handled by my lawyer!"

FYI: 收皮 = an insulting way of expressing contempt for someone, telling them to leave.

Personal Note: Lucky Steven for winning the third prize! Too bad he didn't win the million dollars! He he.... :D Is Steven on a winning streak now.... ;)

Since when is Steven a veteran (前輩)? The most he can be is a senior (師兄)! 囧! The media is just trying to hype up the contenders for the awards.

Steven and Ka Nin have already cleared things up through Weibo.

Steven Ma: "I received a call from Ka Nin this afternoon. He apologized to me because a certain article framed him saying that Ka Nin said that I once insulted him, and told him to XX. Ka Nin expressed to me that he never said that that person was me. It was someone he met ten years ago. Ka Nin said that he is very unhappy that someone had made this up, and he hopes that I don't misunderstand! I want to say that I, too, cannot accept this frame-upon-frame behaviour. I will let my lawyer deal with this matter! Ka Nin, take care of your injury. Don't worry!"

Ngo Ka Nin: "Ma Jai, I am really sorry. The reports have affected you. I would like to apologize to you here. Sorry, Ma Jai".

Steven Ma: "Silly boy, you have already clearly explained it this afternoon. They framed you for framing me. I'd be an idiot to believe it! Remember what I told you. You must handle your eye with care. If you see many flashes, you must go to the hospital immediately. It can be very dangerous! Take care of your injury, Spare Rib Boy!"

Ngo Ka Nin: "Understood".

FYI: Steven had experience with an injury, as he was injured by a horse during the filming of "A Change of Destiny". Some viewers may remember that Steven accepted his 'Favourite TV Male Character' award from Michelle Yim with gauze over his right eye. ;)

Maggie Cheung also supported Steven on Weibo.

Maggie Cheung: "I would not believe it in a million years! The Ma Jai I know would never insult others. You and Ka Nin shouldn't get upset over untrue reports. 'No Regrets' is just too popular!!!"

*Credits to the-sun, singtao, and Weibo

Nancy Wu Wants to Dress Up as Avatar

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Yesterday, Nancy Wu attended a Halloween themed special effects makeup event. She dressed up as Mystique from X-Men, and also expressed that she had attended Halloween parties in the past. She laughingly said, "I most want to dress up as a female Avatar wearing a bikini, and go down Lan Kwai Fong and join the excitement". Many artistes in the industry like to dress up on Halloween to have a night of revelry. Nancy accidentally said that rumoured couples in the industry can use this opportunity to date: "A rumoured couple and I went to a theme park one Halloween, and they used this opportunity to date. We bumped into many artistes that day. Never thought that people were able to guess who they were from their height even though they were wearing masks". However, she insisted on not revealing the couple's identity. As for whether she would meet up with rumoured boyfriend Kenneth Ma and have a night of revelry, she instantly said, "Will not! I have a cold. Last night, I went out with Myolie Wu, Jessica Hsuan, etc. to have hot pot. They later said that they got sick, and blamed me for infecting them".

Personal Note: Wonder who the rumoured couple was? :P

Also, Myolie and Jessica have both blamed Nancy on Weibo for getting them sick. :D Felix Wong even joined the conversation. Ha ha.... :D

Myolie Wu: "My throat is starting to hurt. Did Nancy get me sick?"

Nancy Wu: "No, really?! I used serving chopsticks!!!!"

Myolie Wu: ":( :( :(".

Felix Wong: "Silly girl. You were drunk that night. Later, it was because...of that.... That is why you're sick! Understand?"

Myolie Wu: "Ha ha. Then who got me sick?"

Mandy Wong: "Just finished an interview and have returned home.... Nose keeps running. Am I starting to get sick? Who infected me? bon bon stay with me~good boy".

Myolie Wu: "Nancy got me sick. Even my Filipino housekeeper is sick. Her germs are very powerful!!"

Felix Wong: "It has nothing to do with Nancy. That is the result of getting drunk!"

Jessica Hsuan: "I got infected, too. It must be Nancy!!"

Myolie Wu: "Ha ha. We are all infected!!"

Nancy Wu: "I used serving chopsticks!!!!"

Nancy Wu: "You guys probably got sick from outdoor shooting!"

Jessica Hsuan: "@Myolie @Nancy I am dead sick. Are you guys feeling better?"

Nancy Wu: "It's not my fault!! It's not my fault!!! It's the change in weather. Everyone is sick!!! Wear more clothing, people!!!"

Wu Mei Yee (Myolie's sister): "Luckily, I didn't come into contact with you guys".

Wu Mei Yee (Myolie's sister): "Oh, I think I'm getting sick".

Nancy Wu: "Blaming me, too?! Is it because you Wu sisters got sick from not wearing enough clothing?!!!!!"

*Credits to the-sun, appledaily, and Weibo

"Gun Metal Grey" Promotional Clip 6

Narrator: "Three individuals in a triangle who use one another".

Jessica Hsuan: "It wasn't convenient for you to investigate, so you're using me instead?"

Michael Miu: "For the magazine sales, they write about anything. No professional conduct at all!"

Jessica Hsuan: "I don't care. I only want to win".

Narrator: "A triangular relationship. Feelings going out of control".

Michael Miu: "The door to my house is always open for you. Just don't know when your heart is open".

Michael Miu: "I really have to punch you!"

Narrator: "Anniversary series 'Gun Metal Grey'. Monday @ 9:30pm".

Personal Note: Ha ha.... You actually tell people when you're going to hit them?! :D

*Credits to HKLOVE.org

The Encouragement of Mentor Catherine Tsang and Leung Choi Yuen, Kent Cheng Supports Steven Ma to Receive 'TV King'

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October 26th was Steven Ma's 39th birthday. This year's "A Watchdog's Tale" and "Ghost Writer" won in ratings and feedback, so during the celebration of his birthday, his friends' first congratulatory words were to wish him to receive 'TV King'. The day before, mentor Catherine Tsang, TVB producer Leung Choi Yuen who treats him like a godson, and 'Best Actor' Kent Cheng were all present for his birthday dinner. They also presented him with a 'Little Prince' cake, and wished him to receive the title of this year's 'TV King' for his breakthrough performances in those two series.

Steven's series have become the 'cannon' that guarantees ratings during 'battle'. "Ghost Writer", which was on the verge of being 'cannon fodder', battled against the World Cup; however, the ratings still surpassed 40 points. Witnessing the success of "Ghost", Catherine, who has nurtured Steven for 15 years, is satisfied at the fact that he is becoming stronger and stronger with each battle. With Catherine attending her pupil's birthday celebration, this is his biggest support and encouragement.

After working with 'Lucky Star' Steven, Leung Choi Yuen's "A Watchdog's Tale", "Ghost Writer", and "When Lanes Merge" have entered the top ten in terms of ratings, thereby breaking the record for a producer having the most series rated in the top ten. Leung Choi Yuen said that Steven has always been a good artiste in his heart, and he is the best candidate for this year's 'TV King'.

Kent Cheng, using his 'Best Actor' status, also gave his appraisal: "He should have received an award earlier; it's just that he didn't have enough luck! He acts with depth and professionalism. In my lifetime, I rarely admire people, but he is one of those whom I admire. His serious attitude during work and seriousness in analyzing each character cannot be found in many people today. This is called professionalism, so I support him. In my heart, he is already a 'TV King'. Out of TVB's siu sangs, his acting ability definitely surpasses them. He has substance and talent".

Personal Note: Steven is definitely Leung Choi Yuen's 'Lucky Star', as his series became better after they collaborated.

Let the hype continue! :D

*Credits to wenweipo

"Gun Metal Grey" Promotional Clip 5

Felix Wong: "If you're counting it, it has been almost ten years since I've filmed a TV series".

Michael Miu: "Counting back on our last series collaboration, it would have to be 'The Yang's Saga'".

Michael Miu: "Welcome, Sergeant Shek Tung Sing. You have officially joined A Team!"

All: "Yeah!"

Felix Wong: "This script is very interesting. My character is not the distinctly good or evil characters that I've played in the past. It is very complicated and very three-dimensional".

Jessica Hsuan: "You were originally a good cop. Why did you become like this?"

Michael Miu: "The production is taken seriously, so there is great anticipation [for those who have taken part in the series and the viewers]. Once we stepped foot on the set, there were already sparks".

Narrator: "Anniversary series 'Gun Metal Grey'. Monday @ 9:30pm".

Personal Note: I actually do look forward to "Gun" after watching these promo clips. :)

*Credits to HKLOVE.org

Louis Yuen, Wong Cho Lam & Johnson Lee on "The Green Room"

"Gun Metal Grey" Promotional Clip 4

Narrator: "Hot-blooded heroes taking on cold-blooded cases".

Michael Miu: "The temperature of his hand is lower than a normal person's. I'm certain that he is lying!"

Felix Wong: "Did you kill Kitty?! Talk! If you don't, I'll push you down!"

Michael Miu: "All I want is an answer".

Narrator: "As virtue rises one foot, vice rises ten".

Kwok Cheuk Wah: "You can't compete with me. I've done so many bad things. The heavens can't even punish me. What can you do?!"

Narrator: "You should believe in justice, not take justice into your own hands".

Michael Miu: "Who do you think you are? You think your standard is correct?"

Felix Wong: "I really can't get past the law for what I've done?! I've done nothing wrong!"

Narrator: "Anniversary series 'Gun Metal Grey'. Monday @ 9:30pm".

Personal Note: I can't believe it will be November 1st on Monday. :P

"All I want is an answer". So, it doesn't necessarily have to be the correct answer because Miu is bribing Dai Yiu Ming. Interesting....

*Credits to HKLOVE.org

Liu Xuan Sina Blog - "Female Fist" Memories

Liu Xuan's Sina Blog

Back in Beijing. The three and a half months of filming was very long. [I] still remember the first costume fitting for "Female Fist" four months ago, the feeling of anticipation, and the joy and sadness of the final scene for the wrap-up of the series. It also felt as though this happened in the blink of an eye.

This filming in Hong Kong was very unforgettable for me. Many of my first times have been given to "Female Fist". The first time filming with three cameras, the first time speaking dialogue in Cantonese, and the first time filming fight scenes...learned many precious experiences. At the same time, [I have] gained friendship.

Thank you to producer Marco for the tailor-made character of Mok Gwai Lan to fit my personality. This historical character...I really love "her". Also believe that this will never be erased from my memories.

Thank you to Carrie for the good scheduling, and allowing me to have a little portion of time to sleep. The time I had to rest is already the most in TVB. He he.... ;P

Thank you to the five directors for their careful directing and strict request, and also the help from the assistant director.

Thank you to John Gor for all of the pointers on set...learned a lot.
Thank you to all of the cast members for their professional acting.
Also, thank you to all of the crew members in "Female Fist" for their warmth and advice, and giving the love and warmth in an unfamiliar place.

Lots of love from the crew, and lots of love from you guys. I will miss you guys!

Bosco Wong passed on many experiences of filming fight scenes [to me].

Left:"Gwai Lan"'s best friend, "Ah Fa" Fala Chen
Right: The big villain in the series, but a big nice guy in reality, Kenneth Ma.

In the series, John Chiang and I have an "older male and younger female" relationship.

On the night of the finale dinner, everyone gave me a surprise, making the rational me cry with emotional tears.

"Female Fist" crew with lots of love.

Weibo Pictures

Modern Wong Fei Hung and Mok Gwai Lan (John Chiang Weibo)

Halfway through the finale dinner, John Gor handed me a present from all of the cast and crew. A very, very big card with pictures from the past three and a half months of filming. Everyone wrote me a warm message that touched my heart. It is very touching. I couldn't hold in my tears. (Liu Xuan Weibo)

The finale dinner is about to begin. Ate my favourite curry. Happy! (Edwin Siu Weibo)

Happy dinner! (Fala Chen Weibo)

Beautiful girls said, "Bosco Wong, you didn't come!" (Fala Chen Weibo)

Master Hwang! (Fala Chen Weibo)

Okay, okay...Ma Ming fans, catch! (Fala Chen Weibo)

"Cherish the three months of labour and happiness we had together". Liu Xuan was touched to tears just like a graduate. We will all miss you, Xuan. (Fala Chen Weibo)

*Credits to Liu Xuan's Sina Blog and Weibo

Steven Ma Is Number One Again

With TVB awards approaching, Steven Ma has suddenly risen to number one for the hit rate of blogs on tvb.com. Let the hype for Steven begin!

October 24, 2010 Top Ten TVB Blogs

01. Steven Ma
02. Tavia Yeung
03. Raymond Lam
04. Myolie Wu
05. Leo Li
06. Nancy Wu
07. Selena Li
08. Charmaine Sheh
09. Fala Chen
10. Katy Kung

Related post: Steven Ma Is Number One

Personal Note: Steven didn't get his tailor-made villain role, but he will probably have a chance at winning 'Best Actor' this year. ;)

"Love at Dusk" Opening Theme Video

"Loving You Is My Bliss" - Sammul Chan

愛你就是我的幸福 《煙雨斜陽》 主題曲 - 陳鍵鋒

昨夜的風　把心吹亂
月光彌漫　滿地思念
總在內心深處　放縱著眷戀
獨自感傷　獨自纏綿

冰冷的臉　被眼淚溫暖
恍然中發現　已是明天
現實不如想像　想像中簡單
不顧一切　大聲呼喊

愛你就是我的幸福　從不計較付出
一生最認真的投入
看似一個人的追逐　拋開所有退路
一次最豪放的賭注

愛你就是我的幸福　只想緊緊抓住
一份最真實的滿足
感情不是用來演出　無法收放自如
一種最自然的流露

一種最自然的流露

"No Regrets" Theme Song MV

"Righteous Sea of Heroic Love" - Leo Ku

義海豪情 《巾幗梟雄之義海豪情》 主題曲 - 古巨基

作曲: 鄧智偉/葉肇中
填詞: 陳詩慧

未懼身上被子彈留痕　維謢妳我卻甘於捨身
站在風浪下對抗黑暗　而為妳　是毫無疑問

烈火熊熊升起　圍牆徐徐倒地
嗅著漫遍夜空血銹味
蝴蝶長埋土地　情愫長留於天地
亂世中煙火摧毀不了傳奇

漫天的炮火混亂地湧起　處身危城可不理
為祇要捍衛驚恐的妳　就是未怕死

*未懼身上被子彈留痕　維謢妳我卻甘於捨身
就讓天下在見証足印　誰為愛　活過而無憾

漫天的炮火混亂地湧起　染污無暇的手臂
在這裡抱著驚恐的妳　就是未怕死

Repeat *

遇著苦難亦堅守同行　情義不會淡即使地陷
就讓天下在見証足印　誰為愛　活過而無憾

Personal Note: I believe this song would have been more suitable for Dave Wang's voice.

*Credits to HKLOVE.org

"Gun Metal Grey" Promotional Clip 3

Felix Wong: "I've always treated you like a good brother".

Michael Miu: "It was like that back then, and it is like that now".

Michael Miu: "He and I have been friends for over ten years. From now on, let's strive together".

Felix Wong: "I was wrongfully imprisoned for over ten years. Who do you think is the head of conspiracy?"

Jessica Hsuan: "Do you think your good partner has suspicion?"

Michael Miu: "You're asking me? Do you think I would know?"

Felix Wong: "The judicial system today cannot punish them!"

Michael Miu: "There are certain boundaries that you just can't cross!'

Felix Wong: "Boundaries are set by humans. The most important thing is to have a clear conscience".

Michael Miu: "You're out of control! What else will you not do?!"

Felix Wong: "Once you fire, you are taking justice into your own hands just like me!"

Narrator: "Black and white".

Felix Wong: "Shoot".

Narrator: "Crisscrossing into each one's destiny".

Narrator: "Anniversary series 'Gun Metal Grey'. November 1st @ 9:30pm".

Personal Note: Like how the black and white were used in this promo clip. :D

*Credits HKLOVE.org

《紫禁驚雷》 "The Frightening Thunder of the Forbidden City" Costume Fitting Pictures

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TVBE Clip

Weibo Pictures

- 25 episodes long.
- The series focuses heavily on the ruthless struggles and schemes among men.
- Steven Ma will play Lip Do Bo (聶多寶), an imperial guard with great martial arts skills. He is responsible for protecting Grand Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang (played by Ching Ho Wai), the Kangxi Emperor (played by Power Chan), and Fuquan (played by Kenneth Ma), who all use him to go against one another. Thus, he becomes an undercover imperial guard, and later wants to exact revenge on them. He has three fathers, played by Kwok Fung, Lai Lok Yi, and Felix Lok.
- Kenneth will play Fuquan (福全), the second prince who strives for power and position. He is prudent and meticulous in thought, cruel and merciless, and modest about his ability. He is the elder brother of the Kangxi Emperor. He was originally supposed to inherit the throne; however, his grandmother secretly passed the throne to his younger brother. Thus, he has resented this for all of his life. He arranges for Steven to be at Power's side, so as to get Power killed. He and Natalie Tong are husband and wife; however, he is only using her because of her father's military power. He is a tragic character.
- Power will play the Kangxi Emperor (康熙).
- Sunny Chan will play the Shunzhi Emperor (順治), who is the son of Xiaozhuang, and the father of Fuquan and Kangxi.
- Selena Li will play Duanmin (端敏)/Chiying (紫凝), a princess. Her adoptive father (played by KK Cheung) brings her into the palace to disguise as a princess to kill Kangxi; however, she is truly a princess. She is Kenneth, Power, and Tsui Wing's sister. She will have a romantic storyline with Steven.
- Natalie will play Kenneth's wife. She despises Grace Wong, and she frequently exposes Grace's scheming ways.
- Elaine Yiu will play Mankwan (曼筠), an imperial noble consort who is favoured by the Grand Empress Dowager. She was Kenneth's first love.
- Grace will play an imperial consort who is a villain. Since the empress has already passed away, Grace cunningly imitates the empress (e.g., in terms of her dance and swordplay), which gains the favour of the emperor.
- Christine Kuo will play a simple-minded Mongolian princess who later becomes an imperial concubine. She is Grace's friend. She will get used by someone, and she later dies.
- Katy Kung will play Fung Seung Hei (馮雙喜), Steven's cousin who is a cheerful and mischievous girl. She likes Steven, while Fred Cheng likes her. She later has a romantic storyline with Jack Wu.
- Jack Wu will play an imperial bodyguard who is an informant. He will have a romantic storyline with Katy.
- KK will play Selena's adoptive father who is the owner of a drugstore.
- Evergreen Mak will play an imperial guard commander who has military power. Although he serves the Emperor, he secretly reports to Grand Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang.
- Benjamin Yuen will play an imperial guard.
- Ching Ho Wai will play Grand Empress Dowager Xiaozhuang (孝莊), who is the grandmother of Fuquan and Kangxi.
- Ben Wong will play a monk who was originally an imperial bodyguard.
- Tsui Wing will play Changning (常寧), the fifth prince. He is Selena's brother.
- Angel Chiang will play Ho Yi (可兒), Selena's maid. Their relationship is like that of sisters.
- Lily Ho will play a revolutionist who wants to overthrow the Qing Dynasty and restore the Ming Dynasty; thus, she wants to kill Kangxi. She obeys KK. After entering the palace, she becomes Selena's maid. She has great martial arts skills.
- Lai Lok Yi will play Lily's adoptive father.
- Oceane Zhu will play Donggo (董鄂), Shunzhi's most loved consort.
- Helen Ma will play Steven's mother.

Angel Chiang's TVB Blog

Clips (costume fitting):
Steven Ma's TVB Blog

Steven Ma's TVB Blog

Steven Ma's TVB Blog

Steven Ma's TVB Blog
Kenneth Ma's TVB Blog
Selena Li's TVB Blog
Grace Wong's TVB Blog
Grace Wong's TVB Blog
Grace Wong's TVB Blog
Katy Kung's TVB Blog
Ngo Ka Nin's TVB Blog
Evergreen Mak's TVB Blog
Lily Ho's TVB Blog
Oceane Zhu's TVB Blog
Oceane Zhu's TVB Blog

Clips (blessing ceremony):
Selena Li's TVB Blog
Grace Wong's TVB Blog
Grace Wong's TVB Blog
Evergreen Mak's TVB Blog
Benjamin Yuen's TVB Blog
Ben Wong's TVB Blog
Lily Ho's TVB Blog
Matthew Ko's TVB Blog
Matthew Ko's TVB Blog

Blessing Ceremony @ "Scoop" Clip

FYI: The official English title of this series is "The Life and Times of a Sentinel".
FYI: Ngo Ka Nin was originally cast as an imperial guard; however, due to an eye injury, Jack Wu has taken his place, while Benjamin Yuen will take Jack's original role.

Related post: 《紫禁驚雷》 "The Frightening Thunder of the Forbidden City" Costume Fitting

Personal Note: Sunny's in this?! I guess he is already bald and already playing an emperor in "Phoenixes". He he.... :P

A news article said that Evergreen and Natalie will be playing father and daughter in here, but they both mentioned on Weibo that they didn't know this....

Not many pics from the news, but happy to see many artistes post pics on Weibo though. He he.... :D I see costumes in here that are from "Land of Wealth" (same producer). ;)

Beginning from "Triumph in the Skies", Ma Ming has participated in every TVB producer's series except for Chik's series. It is rare for an artiste to have an opportunity to work with so many producers.

Ma Ming's character in "Female Fist" married Kaki Leung for his future, and his character in here will marry Natalie for the sake of using her.

Power was Sun Man Kam, Ma Ming's elder brother in "Survivor's Law II". Now, Power is going to play Ma Ming's younger brother?

Steven's name in "Sweetness in the Salt" was Lip Chi Yuen, and his name in here is Lip Do Bo. He has the same surname.

*Credits to the-sun, appledaily, headlinedaily, mingpao, singpao, tvb.com, and Weibo