Monday, July 7, 2025

"The Radiant City" Suddenly Halts Production, Julian Cheung Being Changed Out at Any Time Due to a Schedule Clash from the Postponement of Filming

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Reportedly, ["The Radiant City"] already started planning and invited a group of actors at the end of last year, especially keeping close contact with Julian [Cheung]. As he has maintained a friendly relationship with TVB for many years, he already agreed to take on the performanc without much consideration.

The trailer of "Radiant" appeared on TVB at the beginning of this year, which immediatedly sparked heated discussions among series fans; however, the start of filming was always all talk. In late-June, the relevant party previously issued a notice to the media for interviews for the blessing ceremony; however, it was later announced suddenly that was cancelled for unknown reasons. At the end of June, the cast and crew quietly gathered in Zhuhai to officially start filming. Related picture tidbits and pictures of the cast and crew celebrating the birthday of cast member John Chiang were leaked one after another. It was originally thought that everything was going well, but it turns out that, after completing the filming on July 5th, the series crew halted all work without warning and already returned to Hong Kong in batches, waiting to receive a notice to return to work in the future.

It is known that the reason for the 'halt' this time is that the relevant parties strive to make the script perfect and feel that modifications are still needed to ensure smoother filming in the future. This series originally planned to film on location in Zhuhai and Macau for three months; however, after the filming is restarted afterward, the Macau portion may be cancelled. Julian, who is taking on two projects, left the team shortly after the blessing ceremony to join artistes Jordan Chan, Pakho Chau, et al. to record the variety programme "Call Me by Fire 5". Halting the filming of "Radiant" will not affect him too much for the time being. However, it is known that the recording of "Call" will continue until October, and the filming of "Radiant" has already been delayed several times. He may have other work arrangements immediately after; his schedule may not be able to accommodate it; thus, it is speculated that the worst-case scenario is that this series may change the actor at any time!

When interviewed, Julian's frame of mind was not affected by the halting of filming and simply replied, "The halting of filming and the modification of the script are all for making improvements. It's a good thing, and I can also complete the work at hand in an orderly manner. As for other things, waiting for the the company's notification. It's good [if you] let nature run its course for everything".

Alice Chan: Stopped After One Day of Filming in Zhuhai

Artiste Alice Chan is taking part in "Radiant". This newspaper asked her about the halting of filming. She expressed, "Previously worked for one day in Zhuhai, but stopped the second day". She said that she does not know what happened, and the relevant parties did not reveal the reason to her.

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Tuesday, July 1, 2025

"Prism Breaker" Promotional Event 2

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Jessica Hsuan Not Satisfied with Her Performance and Asks Gallen Lo for Advice on Acting, Bosco Wong Gets on Intimate Terms with Jacky Cai

Jessica Hsuan, Lawrence Ng, Bosco Wong, Jacky Cai, Kenneth Ma, et al. promoted the Shaw Brothers series "Prism Breaker" today, announcing that last week's ratings peaked at 21.4 points (1,380,000 million viewers). Jessica and Lawrence are in the same series again after many years. The two lamented that it was a pity that they did not have scenes with each other this time, hoping to have the opportunity to work with cast of "The File of Justice" again in the future. Lawrence made it clear that it would be best to not film in ancient costumes; other genres are fine: "Comedy is also quite good. Can also be a comedy version of 'Prism' called 'Criminals' (《犯法者們》). As soon as [you] hear the title, [you] know it's a comedy!"

Talking About "The File of Justice" Brings the Nostalgia Back

The two recounted their collaboration history. Lawrence immediately tested Jessica's memory: "Do you remember what was first filmed?" Jessica immediately replied, "It was 1996's 'Outburst'!" Talking about the most memorable series they collaborated on, the two both chose the "File" series, which was filmed very happily. Lawrence expressed, "Because we were always together. There was Bobby (Au Yeung) and Jessica; it is very funny with the both of them together...particularly happy". Jessica also expressed, "This is one of the happiest series that I have filmed since I entered the industry". The two expressed that they are still in touch with William So and Michael Tao, whom they collaborated with in the past. Although they may not be able to find the time to have a meal together, would also send each other birthday wishes.

Jessica was praised by netizens for her 'ceiling-style acting skills'. She said, "I was a bit startled when I heard that because I was not satisfied with my performance this time. Was a bit annoyed with myself. Have not played many murdering roles. Really did not know how to do it. Felt pressured".

She revealed that she asked her seniors for advice on what she could and could not do when playing such roles: "I asked Gallen [Lo]. He is my senior in acting and has much more experience than I do. Have watched him act since [I] was young. He suggested that I not smile; however, in the series, I also did a slight smiling action". As for being compared with the TV queens Charmaine Sheh and Tavia Yeung, who wore the same prison prison uniform in series, she laughingly said, "We were all in prison in Hong Kong, so the prison uniforms should be the same. The plots are different, so there is not much to compare".

Considers Showing Off Singing Skills at Birthday Party

Jessica will have her birthday on the 18th of next month and will be holding a celebratory event with fans then. Lawrence humourously recommended invited Michael to sing at her birthday party. Jessica laughingly said that her fans actually hope that she will sing: "Feel pressured because it will be posted online. Certainly have think about it clearly. It depends on the time this year. Will sing if there is the time to practice".

Lawrence was praised by netizens for playing a villainous role fittingly; however, he does not think that that his character is a villainous role: "Ninety percent a good person. Only 10 percent was having a different position. Also not a villain". Earlier, a report of an artiste involved in gambling was brought up. Lawrence emphasized that the contracts for advertisements and filming series are strict now, admitting that he went to the casino to gamble for fun ten years ago. However, definitely cannot go now. If [he] is found out, would get sued and pay [for damages]: "Would also absolutely not go to any place related to gambling now. Unless it is filming, then there is no choice".

Bosco and Jacky have worked together for the eighth time and were finally arranged to play a couple. The two were even called the 'Bo Cai CP' (菠蔡CP). In the series, there were many intimate scenes. Bosco laughingly said that he was fortunate to get on intimate terms with Jacky, fulfilling a wish in his life. Jacky emphasized, "The happiest thing was being accepted by the 'Wong wives'...did not get hunted down".

When asked if there would be love sparks from kissing, Bosco laughingly said, "Would also not have a baby from kissing. We kissed the entire series. If the ratings are good with 24 points, I will kiss Jacky again on the spot!" Kenneth expressed that he and his wife, Roxanne Tong, attended the hundred days banquet of Edwin Siu and Priscilla Wong's son the other day, and gave a big red pocket to wish the baby good health. Talking about whom he thinks the baby resembles, he said, "I think that he resembles Priscilla. Edwin is not as pretty as his wife. It's better to resemble his wife! (When is it your turn to become a father?) Don't know! If there is one, I will definitely tell everyone". When asked if he would feel awkward being in the same place as his ex, Nancy Wu, he immediately said, "Would not. Why would it be awkward? We are all mature".

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Kenneth Ma Receives Secret Formula for Having a Baby, Roxanne Tong Complains About Having No Time

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TVB executive Virginia Lok's birthday is [today]. A birthday party was held in Tsim Sha Tsui [last] night. A large number of artistes in the industry attended the party, including Kenneth Ma, Roxanne Tong, Bosco Wong, Mat Yeung, Lisa Ch'ng, Shaun Tam, Michael Miu, Tracy Chu, Kelly Fu, Kayee Tam, Fei Wong, Carmaney Wong, Director Andrew Lau, Bill Ng, Bob Cheung, et al.

At the birthday party, Kenneth and Roxanne appeared together. Talking about their work trip to Malaysia earlier, it turns out that a dangerous incident occurred. Kenneth was originally scheduled to take off from Shanghai and arrive in Malaysia around 7am. Unexpectedly, when the plane was about to land, it diverted to Penang due to weather issues. After landing, had to wait for a while before flying back to Malaysia. Finally arrived in Malaysia around 11am, and fortunately made in time for the event. Asking Roxanne whether she worried about her husband, she said, "Recently, there have many of those plane accidents. (Kenneth interrupted, 'Worried about a hijacking'.) Touch wood. Luckily, Penang is also not far away. Was able to make it in time". Kenneth laughingly said that he was more worried about the client thinking that was late; however, this trip to Malaysia was very happy, and everyone was very enthusiastic.

Asking Roxanne if she was refuting rumours that she was pregnant by revealing her period on social media earlier, she explained, "No. I already wrote it before the rumours came out. It just so happened that people thought that I was clarifying it. Plus, I have already responded to the point that it has gotten boring". Kenneth said that friends often teach them the secret formula for having a baby. Edwin also gave a lot of advice; however, because there are too many secret formulas, he also cannot remember too much. Thankful for their kind regards, but they prefer to let nature take its course. It does not matter whether the husband and wife have children or are having a son or a daughter. Roxanne said that Kenneth is too busy...do not want to do some things when too tired. Will plan again when the lifestyle time is better. She also sweetly said that Kenneth promised to go on a honeymoon with her, but have to wait until he finishes filming "Airport Diary 2"...will probably be free at the end of the year or the beginning of next year. In addition, mentioning Roxanne saying that she would be irritable in her post about her period, she recalled that she was in an explosive state the entire time: "Had a displeased look after boarding the plane, but it's really very difficult to control [my] emotions. In a month, there's a day or two when I would also say sorry to him". Asking how her husband could help her, Kenneth expressed, "As a man, can't really help her. Just do [my] best to appease her emotions". After hearing this, Roxanne immediately praised him for being a great punching bag.

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