Friday, December 19, 2008

Moses Chan - Love, Feeling at Ease No Matter the Circumstance

In the TVB series "The Gem of Life", Moses plays the son of a wealthy man, Terrance Ho Jit Nam. Terrance is serious at work, he tries to outdo others and does not admit to defeat, and the speed he changes girlfriends is as fast as a meteor shower. In other words, he is a player. But there is a big difference compared to Moses in real life.

Moses entered the industry with rumours, but his rumoured relationship with Bernice Liu has lasted for a long period of time. No matter if the rumour is real or fake, it at least proves that Moses is not 花心 (a player). As for his rumours about dating Bernice or breaking up with Bernice, Moses did not admit or deny to it. He said, "There are many sides to a person, so how can one not want to include love? But I want the audience to allow me to save some space for myself. Ha ha ha! I do not defy dating someone from the industry. I use 'feeling at ease no matter the circumstance' when it comes to love. As long as I like it, I can accept any type of girl, and I will not set any standards in looking for a certain type of girl. There are many things in the entertainment industry that are unpredictable. No matter if it is toward love or career, I take steps as I see them. Furthermore, if the time is right, I will cherish it and grasp onto the opportunity". Moses understands his directions (in life) clearly; he expresses that he will marry, but he has not used time to define himself.

Next Year's Work Schedule Is Full

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In "Gem", Moses and Gigi Lai have a possible love relationship. As for Gigi's retirement for the industry, he does not have much of an opinion. He said, "I have worked with Gigi many times and, personally, we (including Bowie Lam, Maggie Shiu, etc.) are good friends. After her retirement, she has been busy with her family affairs, so we haven't had the time to see her yet. But later, when we are more free, we will go and see her". Moses is currently busy filming "Chau Heung Angers Tong Bak Fu", and his work schedule for next year is already lined up. He said, "The filming for 'Chau Heung' will be finished in January, and later, I will be filming 'Superwoman' and 'Palace Scheme' back to back [the filming of those two series will overlap]. So, my schedule for next year is already full". Moses is used to being cast in modern series, but this time, he has the opportunity to take on the role as the flirty scholar Tong Bak Fu. He expressed, "Actually, I like filming ancient series very much because I am able to use a more exaggerating method to act. But of course, I also like filming modern series. 'Chau Heung' is a comedy, and it is difficult to hold on to the sense of humour because you can't be too overboard with the acting. At the same time, it has to bring the audience happiness".

Wants to Return to Big Screen

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Before joining TVB, Moses was a model and an actor in movies. Talking about movies, Moses expressed that movie companies have always wanted him to film in movies. He said, "There has always been contact, but most of the time, I'm filming a series, and the timing did not fit. I actually do want to return to the big screen. Hopefully, in the future, it will fit into my schedule, so I can have the chance to film a movie again". Back then, Moses didn't like to socialize, and his personality was more passive. After he signed TVB management, his opportunities became endless. Other then getting recognition for his acting, his personality has become more social and initiating. Moses is now a leading 'siu sang', and he has already won 'TV King'. The future ahead for Moses is unlimited.

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*Credits to mingpao and 狂愛TVB

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Khalil Fong 《Orange Moon》

Hong Kong-based singer-songwriter Khalil Fong is releasing his fourth album Orange Moon. Taking in influences from soul, jazz, R&B, and adult contemporary music, he has established a unique musical world of his own. Included in his highly anticipated new album will be his new single "Everybody Will", a song written for Cartier's charity project, which is consistent with his usual theme of love. Khalil's soft vocals match with Lin Xi's lyrical words to make this heartwarming number carrying the notion that "everybody can hold out a hand to the people mired in difficulties".

Having spent his childhood in Shanghai, Khalil decided to shoot the album cover in that city for the romantic feeling she inspires. The album title is similarly romantic, conjuring up images of a setting sun in the dusk sky. The first plug Singalongsong is thematically a follow-up of Love Song from his last album. This English single opens the album, and its Mandarin version "The Song Written for You", penned by Arthur Ma, is available as a bonus track.

Release Date: December 19, 2008

Track List:
01. Singalongsong
02. 小小蟲 Small Bug
03. 1234567
04. 黑白 Black and White
05. 如果愛 If Love
06. 黑洞裡 In the Black Hole
07. 三人遊 Three-Person Trip
08. 每個人都會 Everybody Will
09. 100種表情 100 Kinds of Expressions
10. 愛我吧 Love Me
11. 為妳寫的歌 The Song Written for You

"Singalongsong"

Composer: Khalil Fong
Lyricist: Khalil Fong

I wrote this song it's not too long
Cause I've been thinking about you
I wrote this song maybe I'm wrong
to be caught up about you

Well I don't know what you think about me
Maybe you think nothing at all
But, maybe you could just lie to me
And we could be in love, you see

*Oh it's a sing along song
that's not too long
It's when I think about you that I hear songs
and you can sing along maybe if you won't want to
Cause baby I wrote this, I wrote this for you

I wrote this song it's not too long
Cause I'm the one who loves you
I wrote this song this can't be wrong
I don't wanna smile without you

Well I just want to make you happy
But maybe you want nothing at all
and how I wish that you're meant to be
forever and a day with me

Repeat *

In every way you mean more to me
then you'll ever know
Girl, I'll do my best to show these words are true
And if you like to make a song
and be a perfect harmony with me
I find the greatest words to sing
so we could write our own romance
Repeat **

Cause baby I wrote this, I wrote this for you

"Small Bug"

"1234567"

"Black and White"

"If Love"

"Three-Person Trip"

"Everybody Will"

Personal Note: Listening to Khalil is like listening to love. It is pure love, and he is a romantic. I love Khalil!

Get Khalil's new album, "Orange Moon", at YesAsia!

*Credits to yesasia, tudou, and youtube

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

A Blast from the Past: 1995 TVB Chinese New Year Song


1995 TVB Chinese New Year Song by Ekin Cheng, Hawick Lau, Louis Koo, Jessica Hsuan, Gigi Fu, Jojo Cho, Gallen Lo, Leo Ku, Carlo Ng, and Ho Yuen Hang

Ekin Cheng: "愛情盛況的季節". "Love Grand Occasion Season" (song by Ekin Cheng).
Hawick Lau: 我係愷威! I'm Hawick!
Louis Koo: "當戀愛沒有感覺". "Once Love Has No Feeling".
Jessica Hsuan: 《餐餐有宋家》逢星期一至五晚8:35! "Happy Harmony". From Monday to Friday at 8:35pm!
Gigi Fu: 我係腐皮卷! I'm Tofu Wrap Roll (Gigi Fu's nickname)!
Jojo Cho: 我係曹眾! I'm Jojo Cho!
Gallen Lo: 我係嘉良! 我要去拍 《聊齋》! I'm Gallen! I have to go film "Dark Tales"!
Leo Ku: 我係何B仔! I'm Ho B Jai!
Carlo Ng: 我又係仔, 不過係家樂仔! I'm also a Jai, but it is Ka Lok Jai!
Ho Yuen Hang: 我要追擊佢地! I have to pursue them!

This clip reminded me of 2004's TVB CNY Song,"You're the Hottest" (Twins song), which was performed by Wu Fung, Bobby Au Yeung, Jessica Hsuan, Kenix Kwok, Steven Ma, Kwong Wa, Raymond Lam, Tavia Yeung, Lai Lok Yi, Don Li, Sam Chan, and Eddie Lee.


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I loved watching "Dark Tales"...when is TVB going to remake it?

40th Ming Pao Awards Night

November 12, 2008

Ming Pao Weekly 40th Supreme Award: Sir Run Run Shaw
My Most Supported Artiste: Tavia Yeung
Most Outstanding Female Singer: Kay Tse "Wedding Card Street"
Most Outstanding Male Singer: Eason Chan "Crying in the Party"
Most Outstanding Music Behind-the-Scenes Expert: Wyman Wong "Wedding Card Street" Lyricist
Most Outstanding Album: Khalil Fong "Future"
Most Outstanding Actress: Bao Hei Jing "Fountain of Joys"
Most Outstanding Actor: Lau Ching Wan "Mad Detective"
Most Outstanding Movie Behind-the-Scenes Expert: Peter Chan "The Warlords" Director
Most Outstanding Movie: "The Warlords"
Most Outstanding Television Actress: Michelle Yim "Moonlight Resonance"
Most Outstanding Television Actor: Ha Yu "Moonlight Resonance"
Most Outstanding Television Behind-the-Scenes Expert: Au Ka Luen "Behind the News" Producer
Most Outstanding Television Programme: "南京說大屠殺七十年"

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*Credits to mingpao

Monday, December 15, 2008

Tavia Yeung Talks About Fala Chen, Kate Tsui, Linda Chung, and Others

Thinks Highly of Linda Chung

Mak Ling Ling: Why don't you comment about the later generation as a senior sister status. Let's start with the one you are most friends with...Fala Chen.

Tavia: If you don't know Fala, you would feel that she is difficult to get along with. I can say that I am very familiar with her, and we communicate quite well. She is a straightforward person...direct to the point where it makes people don't like her. Also, she has a lot of principles. She always asks, "Why this? Why that?" She has a lot of reasonings, too. She and I will have arguments, but I know she is a Westerner and she is a 乖女!

Mak Ling Ling: From a girl's point of view, do you think that she attracts a lot of attention? The media always writes about her flirting with her eyes!

Tavia: She is attractive! She, in fact, does have a great figure. I always go "Wah!" when I stand beside her. With such an advantage, there is no reason not to let 外界觀點, 是非所理沒. In my heart, personally, she is not that type of person. It is possibly a technique for the cameras, and I wouldn't ask her how many boyfriends she has. But, she trusts me, and she would tell me a lot things.

Mak Ling Ling: Are you envious of her for having such a great figure to help her get a lot of exposure?

Tavia: I wouldn't use the word envy because I have my way of survival. Besides, she is from Miss Chinese International, and I am from TVB's Acting Class. We will have to see whose strides are faster! I am quite proud that I am from TVB's Acting Class and that I have not participated in Miss Hong Kong. To be able to sit here and do this interview today, it is from my hard work. Also, I am a rather 慢熱, step-by-step person. I have been in the industry for ten years, so I understand myself very well.

Mak Ling Ling: How about Kate Tsui?

Tavia: I have not worked with Kate. The most we interacted was at Claire Yiu's wedding. Work-related is close to zero. I first met her because of the filming of "On the First Beat". She cut her hair, very tomboy-like, and she spoke 粗魯. In "Moonlight Resonance", she grew her long, and she is able to be very girly. To some degree, she is quite quiet. She knows exactly what she needs to do, and she has her method of acting. She had previously won an award in movies. Her acting is quite mature, and her improvement is rapid.

Mak Ling Ling: How about Linda Chung?

Tavia: Linda, too, does not speak much, and she is also a silly girl. She would ask for our opinions an,d to some extent, she is a nervous wreck and needs us to comfort her. I am already used to it. I have watched her performance in "Heart of Greed", and she acted very well.

Mak Ling Ling: If you are to pick one of the three whom you 最睇好, who will you pick?

Tavia: I will pick Linda because I have watched more of Linda's series. Her performace in "Heart of Greed" made me quite 刮目相看. Her performance is different in there, and she turned her crying on and off.

Mak Ling Ling: How about even newer ones like Tracy Ip and Sharon Luk?

Tavia: I have seen Sharon Luk host and I can't comment/judge a person that quickly. I have used many years to accomplish what I have today. But I saw "When Easterly Showers Fall on the Sunny West", and she can spend a little more time [on acting]. I am not familiar with Tracy Ip...even in "Moonlight Resonance", we had little contact. My deepest impression of Tracy is her being a host. As for her series, I do not dare to say if it is good or not, but all I can say is she can be better!

In order to prove that she is not dating, Tavia brought up an example to prove she is not attractive. "I really do have no attractiveness. Why is that? All of the other girl' have rumours as though they are being instructed to do so. Ron gives me rides all the time. We have even held hands and walked in Causeway Bay and still no rumours!"

Personal Note: Tavia does not need rumours to promote herself. Just like she said, her fa dan status is from her years of hard work. There are not many female who that did not enter the industry through beauty pageants. I really admire them for that. If only Ron and Tavia were a real item...that would be so awesome!

*Credits to taviayeung.com and orientaldaily

Sunday, December 14, 2008

《Ten Years》 - "Secret of the Heart"

天地豪情
"Secret of the Heart"

Air Date: February 16, 1998
Watch Date: September 6, 1998

Producer: Jonathan Chik Kei Yi

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Cast: Gallen Lo, Felix Wong, Amy Kwok, Kathy Chow, Sunny Chan, Nick Cheung, Ada Choi, Jessica Hsuan, Paul Chun, Suet Nei, Eileen Yeow, Melissa Ng, Tai Chi Wai, Jerry Lamb, etc.

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"咩都可以輸, 信心唔可以輸!"

To be honest, I am not a fan of series that revolve around big family, love, hate, and revenge. SOH is one of the series that made me change my biased opinion. 同樣係天地嘅《天地男兒》﹐個人認為呢個《天地豪情》絕對勝過前者. Not much has to be said for this series because everyone who watches TVB series should know how the story goes.

What attracted me to watch the series was the seven main characters (excluding Kathy Chow). After finishing the series, I started to notice Melissa Ng (her second series at the time).

Just like every TVB big family series, the love story is divergent.

Ching Ka Ming loves Winson Chek Seung Man, but Winson loves Apple (for at least two-thirds of the show).
Michael Kam Sue Sang loves Ka Ming, but Ka Ming loves Winson.
Mandy Ching Ka Wei loves Michael, but Michael loves Ka Ming.
Ching Ka Hung loves Diana Suen Wah, but Diana loves Kelvin Kam Leung Wang (Diana later loves Ka Hung).

The most pitiful characters in the series belong to Mandy Ching Ka Wei, Jo Kam Fung Yan (Melissa Ng), and Kelly Tung Yeuk Yin because they were never loved and had to give up their valuable lives for it.

Nick Cheung deserved every bit of the award for 'Most Improved Actor' that year for his performance as the evil Kelvin Kam Leung Wang. Everybody hated Kelvin and hoped that he would die a horrible death. Many audience members complained that the outcome of Kelvin dying was not cruel enough.

On May 10, 1998, the final episode of SOH was aired. Many said too many people died in the show. Only four of the eight main characters lived. Some complained that the rhythm was too fast-paced and that the ending was rushed. Some even complained that the storyline was not reasonable and Ching Ka Hung's (Sunny Chan) idiocy was too excessive. I have a different opinion. I thought the story was very attractive. Viewers are supposed to be watching series where it is opposite to reality. As for Ching Ka Hung, I agree that he is stupid. Other than Kelvin, Ka Hung was the other one I kept yelling at. Does this kind of person even exist in the world?

As for the ending, I was happy that Winson and Ka Ming were able to end up together after losing all of the ones closest to them.

Only two words can define SOH: 'good' and 'classic'. I believe that the characters in the series have left a deep impression in viewers' hearts.

Can never forget "Secret of the Heart".

《天地豪情之天地良心》 ("Secret of the Heart" - The Final Judgement)

"Secret of the Heart" Theme Song (first half)

"Secret of the Heart" Theme Song (second half)

"Can't Wait" - "Secret of the Heart" Sub Song
(Apple's song)

"Actually, I Understand Your Hint" - "Secret of the Heart" Sub Song
(Song about the difficult love relationships circling the entire series)

好夢難圓 - "Secret of the Heart" Sub Song
(Diana's song)