"The Confidant" Shoots An Alternative Ending, Audience Decides Nancy Wu's Ending

TVB anniversary series The Confidant started off with high ratings and once again, Wayne Lai becomes one of the hot favorites for the TV King title. Lately, he has been working on a new film in Malaysia and was called back immediately by TVB to shoot an alternative ending for the series; audience can choose whether Nancy Wu's character "Sin Yung" lives or dies.

In the original ending, Nancy's role "Sin Yung" gets beaten to death by "Tim Sau" (Edwin Siu), but in the new version she gets a happy ending. Producer Law Wing Yin reveals all the questions -- will Sin Yung die? will she marry another man? or does she become a nun? -- will be answered at the finale. This time, they filmed two versions of the ending in hope to get the viewers more into the series and this time, the decision is in he hands of the audience. Producer Law frankly expressed: "Just playing with gimmicks! (Are you planning to do an all-citizen vote again to decide which ending to broadcast?) We are still discussing the details now. Perhaps we'll just be airing one of the endings and then air the other on the official site (tvb.com)." He also admitted that Michelle Yim secretly filmed another scene, but because Empress Dowager Cixi is a historical character after all, her role cannot be modified too much, otherwise it will displease the audience. In addition, it is possible there will be a finale event held at the shopping mall for the cast to watch the finale with the audience.

Nancy is pleased to hear that there is so much attention on whether her role ends up living or dies. Her personal favorite is for Sin Yung to die because leaving a sense of regret is not a bad thing.

Wayne supports having two versions of the ending, so audience can vote on which ending they want to see or perhaps just see both endings. This can satisfy the likings of a wider range of viewers. Also, he does not feel pressured by the TV King battle because The Confidant cannot surpass the Rosy Business myth. On the popular "HK Golden" Discussion Forum, there is a poll for TV King and Queen. Wayne is leading over Raymond Lam and Kenneth Ma. Kate Tsui is the most popular on the TV Queen side.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Ella Koon clarifies she's not the actress in "car sex" rumor

A few days ago, there was a sudden rumor massively circulating on the internet that the police discovered an actor and actress having "car sex" in a 7-seater van late into the night. The actor and actress pleaded the police not to make it public. It was rumored the two artists were High and Lows artists Elaine Ng and Patrick Dunn. Patrick was furious after learning about the rumor and declared he'll take legal action against the person who started the rumor. Many of his colleagues from the industry voiced their support on Weibo. Yesterday Patrick's angered finally died down and he even tried to calm the tensions on Weibo. He said: "Whether if its colleagues or Weibo friends, thank you all for the support and trust. I was actually very upset, but because of Francis Ng's one joke, I started laughing again. He said there really was a 'black cop' that released Hong Sir (Patrick's role in the series) just like what happened in the series. Hurry up and find that 'black cop'! Once again, it is only with all the support from you all that I can concentrate on shooting TITS2 in UK and France!"

As for Elaine, she expressed on Wong He's CRHK radio interview that she thought it was pretty funny how people misunderstood she was the one having car sex and the rumor just gets more and more severe. The 'male lead' in the rumor has now turned into Geoffrey Wong and there are reporters knocking on her door asking if she was arrested by the police. She said even her 70+ year old aunt asked her if the rumor was true. It's just spreading massively! When asked if she plans on taking legal action? She said: "I often get negative news, how much can I sue!" She said her daughter (Cheuk Lam) thought the rumor was funny too.

At one point Ella Koon, also part of the cast in Highs and Lows, was the suspected female lead in the 'car sex' rumor. She said: "There were reporters asking me if I was the female lead in the rumor because I live in the New Territories district. But how could it be me? I don't have a 7-seater van and I just feel so innocent. There's no reason why I should be suspected just because I live in the New Territories. So I quickly told the reporters to clarify for me, I have a boyfriend." Does she 'car sex' with her boyfriend? Ella said: "No, I don't do car sex. That is not too good to be out in the middle of no where late at night. There is a danger of getting robbed and getting bitten by mosquitoes and bugs. It's dangerous. After all, I definitely won't do such thing. Please don't say it's me." Ella frankly expressed she does not believe in the rumor at all, she just wants to clarify that it is not her and is very worried that people might think the rumor is true.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Kenneth Ma Insists there was Interaction with Nancy Wu and No Awkwardness

TVB's 45th anniversary is on November 19th, last night many Siu Sang and FaDans such as Kenneth Ma, Nancy Wu, Mandy Wong, Oscar Leung, Toby Chan, Evergreen Mak, Lee Yee Man and rumored couple Katy Kung and Jack Hui were shooting an anniversary special on the busy street of Causeway Bay. At 8:30pm, the group gathered near the hotel and then marched into the pedestrian-only section of the street, where nearly a hundred citizens were surrounded them. Former couple Kenneth Ma and Nancy Wu held TVBuddy's hands and got the front positions. However, the two had zero interaction. Then they continued shooting with Oscar and Mandy Wong. Kenneth stood by Mandy the entire time and chatted with her. About half an hour later, the group got into a decorated car and drove to Mongkok for more filming. Katy expressed she does not feel awkward filming with Jack.

Yesterday Kenneth accepted an interview over the phone and denied treating ex-girlfriend Nancy as if she was invisible. He said: "We did interact, we've been fine all along and there is no awkwardness. I interacted with everybody." As for standing in the front position? Kenneth said: "Actually, we were split into several groups for the shoot. We were just one of the groups, but must thank TVB." He also said because he has to leave HK to shoot a series (TITS2), he won't be around during TVB's anniversary and so he's shooting the special now.

As for Mandy, she accepted a phone interview as well and said she is currently busy doing the dance rehearsals for her performance at the TVB Anniversary Gala. She said: "I haven't rehearsed the rope climbing part yet. I heard many of the girls got bruises all over them after the rehearsal, but I'm not afraid. I'm excited for it." She expressed she is still picking out her anniversary outfit, but she directly said it won't be that sexy, "I never wear clothing that are too revealing, nor have I thought about being compared to others."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

HOCC Denise Ho Comes Out: I Am Gay

Yesterday Denise Ho (Hocc) and Anthony Wong took part in the annual gay pride parade, Hong Kong Pride Parade 2012 along with 4,000 other people. Hocc's sexual orientation was officially made public at her participation of the parade. Hocc's parents, good friends Wyman Wong, Hilary Tsui, Edmond Leung's wife Karen and a large group of friends outside of the industry attended as well to support her. Before the parade started, Hocc was asked if she'll come out [to announce her sexual orientation]? She said: "We'll chat after this is over." Shortly after, the parade marched from Causeway Bay up to the Chater Garden in Central.

Hocc was dressed neutrally at the event and had a head full of sweat after the parade ended. After taking a break backstage, Hocc appeared on stage and performed her 'brokeback' classic Louis . Lawrence (勞斯萊斯). At one point, Hocc became emotional and tears came running down her face, she said: "Today, it is a very important day to me. After so many years of facing the media's questions and speculations, I don't think it is necessary to put a label on me or for me to explain."

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[RTHK English News] -- There were calls to end work-place discrimination and for the legalisation of gay marriage. One organiser, Connie Chan, said there was also anger that lawmakers rejected a motion on Wednesday which called for a public consultation on new laws to protect the rights of sexual minorities. Police later put the number of participants at around 2,500.

Hocc expressed because of the public consultation, she believed there was a need for her to step forward, she said: "I still think there exists discrimination, prejudice and biased views. It is no longer a choice to remain silent. Every individual has so many apprehensions, I know I will lose some opportunities after saying this and there will be a lot of trouble. Actually, coming out should have been done several years ago. I just couldn't find the right time to do so. Today, in an environment with so much love, peace and toleration, I feel it is my duty and responsibility to stand up for love." Hocc then paused for a moment and took a deep breath before announcing: "I am proud to tell everyone here that I am gay." Everyone in the audience cheered and applauded in response. She has become the first Hong Kong female singer to admit that she is a lesbian. Anthony and Wyman went on stage to embrace her while singing along to "光明會". Then Hocc's good friend Joey Yung's famous song My Pride played.

Hocc got off the stage and embraced her parents. When asked if a heavy burden lifted off of her? She said: "I waited for this moment for a long time. First, I have thank my father and mother." When asked when she decided to come out? She said: "In the past few days. (How did you explain to your parents?) I know they will have unlimited support for whatever I do. Yesterday, I called my father and told him. He answered, just come out!" When asked if she first notified good friend Joey Yung? She said: "I did notify her, she said 'you do what you think is right'. (Did you tell her to come too?) No, this is very personal decision." As for the rumor that Joey went on a trip to Japan with boyfriend Wilfred Lau? Hocc coldly said: "I don't know." Hocc later expressed on Weibo, "Today I am very happy."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

TVB 2013 Calendar

January
Bosco Wong, Aimee Chan, Kate Tsui, Raymond Lam, and Linda Chung

February
Roger Kwok, Michael Tse, Michael Miu, Tavia Yeung, and Fala Chen

March
Nancy Wu, Christine Kuo, Kristal Tin, Mandy Wong, Sharon Chan, and Selena Li

April
Vincent Wong, Him Law, Jason Chan, Ron Ng, Kenneth Ma, Lai Lok Yi, and Edwin Siu

May
Nancy Sit, Susanna Kwan, Louise Lee, and Michelle Yim

June
Evergreen Mak, Lau Dan, Sunny Chan, Raymond Wong, Ben Wong, and Raymond Cho

July
Toby Chan, Carat Cheung, Sonija Kwok, Rebecca Zhu, and Tracy Ip

August
Samantha Ko, Lin Xia Wei, Natalie Tong, Eliza Sam, Sire Ma, Katy Kung, and Vivien Yeo

September
King Kong, Louis Yuen, Johnson Lee, Wong Cho Lam, and Amigo Choi

October
Eric Tsang, Astrid Chan, Liza Wang, Carol Cheng, Patrick Dunn, and Natalis Chan

November
Kevin Cheng, Wayne Lai, Myolie Wu, and Moses Chan

December
Kenny Wong, Eddie Kwan, Ruco Chan, Koni Lui, Ngo Ka Nin, Queenie Chu, and Oscar Leung

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

TVB Plays with 'Gang Rape' Again, Netizens Criticize Lacks Seriousness & Creativity

Recently there has been some 'heavy after taste' in TVB series. It appears TVB is trying to boost the TV ratings with a chain of rape scenes! Earlier there was Kate Tsui's 'one second gang rape' scene in Highs and Lows and yesterday Tavia Yeung gets 'raped' by three men in anniversary series Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles. Her rapist played by Law Mong forcefully took her virginity, then laughed lasciviously, "Looks like you're still a virgin!" In the series, the rapist seriously wounded Tavia's character and she became infertile.

Netizens were outraged and criticized TVB's rape scenes, making it seem as if the production is not taken seriously. Netizens scolded: "It's either a 1 second scene or it's pitch black!" Additionally, Netizens were upset and disappointed that TVB's recent series have so much 'heavy after taste', lacks creativity and many scenes are inconsistent too!

As Ella Koon said before, audience are psychos for wanting to see rape scenes. In fact, TVB is the most psychotic. Aside from Kate and Tavia, earlier Aimee Chan had a rape scene in The Last Steep of Ascent and she ended up becoming pregnant as a result. In addition, there are still two more unreleased series that have rape scenes in it. These include Natalie Tong in Detective Columbo and Samantha Ko in Friendly Fire. Natalie joked: "I do pretty well in rape scenes, and I'm getting a hang of seducing others too." TVB, enough raping already, isn't it time to put a stop to it?

Source: Oriental Daily, On.cc, HKChannel
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Maggie Cheung Claims She's Competing for 'The Most Improved' Award

Maggie Cheung is currently busy shooting CTI's new series Hakka Women in Donggaun. She took some time off to attend skincare brand Sulwhasoo's evening banquet. She reveals the filming process has been going smoothly and she's having a good time. She's not only in a good mood, but also getting more and more spirit as she films. It was said Maggie's a 'traitor' and TVB has cut her off? Maggie's eyes widen in reaction, she said: "Wah! That's scary! I don't think so, TVB is my maternal home, a place where I grew up in. At this stage, I am just going out to work. The world is round, who knows, there may be a chance where we meet again. Relax!" It was rumored the female lead role of The Confidant initially belonged to her, does she feel it's a pity that she couldn't be part of it? She said: "I've been filming in Dongguan, so the real loss is that I haven't had the opportunity to watch the series. I support Wayne Lai and Michelle Yim. I believe they definitely did a great job."

Maggie is just like Charmaine Sheh, both of them are not tied under a TVB contract. It was said there is still a chance that she can take the TV Queen title this year? Maggie did not dare to claim it: "Is there a 'Most Improved' award? I don't have a contract with TVB, so I think my chances for the award is quite slim."

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Charmaine Sheh Ready to Lose TVB Award; Supports Kate, Tavia & Raymond Lam

Charmaine Sheh attended a lighting ceremony last night in a low-cut long dress. She looked sexy and elegant. Asked if her series When Heaven Burns is nominated at the TVB Anniversary Awards? Charmaine said she's not sure: "Wait until they announce the official nominations. (Are you attending the anniversary?) The majority of my time, I'm not in HK. I may not be around that time, or if I'm filming, I probably can't go."

Charmaine expressed she's not thinking about getting any awards this year, but expressed she has already watched Kate Tsui's Highs and Lows and Tavia Yeung's Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles. When asked who she supports? She said: "50/50 chance, I hope they both get the Best Actress award. I haven't watched Michelle Yim's The Confidant yet, so I cannot comment. (Raymond Lam's momentum is really high?) I strongly support him. (Support him to take the TV King title?) I support all of them, they're all my friends. I don't want to name one person and upset the other." As for rumored boyfriend Kevin Cheng's eye injury? She said she has already sent a SMS to him: "He replied, 'I'm fine, relax!' I hope he gets well soon! Actually men looks more masculine with some scars. I have scars myself!"

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

Elaine Ng & Patrick Dunn Denies Ridiculous 'Car Sex' Rumor

TVB actor Patrick Dunn had always had a professional "Mr. Good" image. Actually just in the last series, Highs and Lows, he played the head of the NB department and Elaine Ng played his subordinate. However, the two were innocently involved in a massive rumor online. The rumor first started on a disciplined services website. It was said the police spotted a 7-seater van in Tsat Sing Kong, New Territories (HK) late into the night. When the police went up to the van, they "discovered NB actor and actress in the car....when using a flashlight to get a better view....the actor and actress pleaded to the police not to make it public." A commenter on the site asked: "Did anyone find out who the actor and actress are?" Then the rumor started spreading wildly on the internet. Within an hour, someone online said the actor and actress was Patrick Dunn and Elaine Ng.

Yesterday morning, Elaine Ng appeared at the radio station for an interview and was not surprised to see a large group of reporters waiting for her. She said: "I know what you all are waiting for. You want to know about the rumor between me and Patrick Dunn! The truth is there is no such thing! I don't know why there is such rumor, it's pretty funny. I'm not familiar with Patrick at all, we just met during filming. I don't even know where Tsat Sing Kong is. (Been in the same car with him before?) We were in the studio together before, but never in the same car. I think someone is playing a prank on us. (Look into the issue with Patrick?) Not necessary, we don't know each other well. I don't have his number. If I were to contact him, I have to go through the producer, which means I'm getting more and more people involved. Also, colleagues said he's not even in HK. (How will you explain this to your daughter?) There is basically no such thing. There is nothing to explain. Don't care about it."

Patrick Dunn is currently in the UK shooting for Triumph in the Skies II. He accepted a long-distance phone interview and denounced the rumor: "Ridiculous! This is insulting and hurtful. This is defamation. I'm so upset! There is absolutely no such thing. Elaine and I do not know each other well. Since day 1, we were only in contact through filming. If there must be rumors, should rumor with someone I know better, someone who I chat with and have their number! We are not children, we have families and the rumor is really sudden. If there is any evidence, then take it out. The police should have marked the license number and time, do you have it? Take it out and prove it! (How does your wife feel?) She knows what type of person I am. She believes me. (Worried this may damage your image?) The online world, whatever, but I'm not worried. My image developed by accumulation. The rumor this time, I am really upset! It is even more upsetting than the rumor back then, that I was the third wheel, who caused Deric Wan and Sonija Kwok's break up." The angered Patrick Dunn declared if he finds out who started the rumor, he will take legal action against them. Last night at 11pm, Patrick posted a written statement on Weibo clarifying once again that the rumor is fabricated, no such thing happened.

Rumor Develops Further "Elaine Ng Arrested"

However, the rumor continues to get worse and worse, yesterday the rumor turned into "Elaine Ng Arrested by the Police". The truth was, after Elaine finished her work at the radio station, she went to the gym in Sha Tin for half an hour and then home. Last night, she said over the phone: "It's ridiculous. 10 minutes ago, someone knocked on my door and asked if I was arrested? At first, I just laughed off the rumor, but now it's getting so big. Reporters from the TV stations, radio stations and magazines have all asked me to respond, but the police did not contact me. If I was arrested, then how can I answer the phone? I'm not upset, but I just feel sorry for troubling the media. (Frightened your daughter?) No!"

Kate, Raymond and Ben Support their Colleagues

TVB executive Virgina Lok expressed: "I don't believe the rumor. Basically it is impossible. They both have families." Elaine and Patrick's co-stars from Highs and Lows, Kate Tsui, Raymond Lam and Ben Wong were surprised to hear about the rumor. Raymond said: "I didn't know online rumors could get that intense. (Do you believe it?) There are always these rumors, I don't believe it. (Do the two have a relationship?) I worked on the set with Patrick more, rarely were there any scenes of the three of us. I didn't notice anything." Kate said: "I don't gossip about other people. I don't believe it's true either!" Ben said over the phone: "I have never heard of this rumor. I don't believe it, is it a prank? There are always fake news like this." Producer Lam Chi Wah was very surprised, he said: "I cannot think why it would be them. I felt unhappy after learning about this rumor."

[Oriental Daily] contacted the police's public relations spokesperson, and found out there was no such case. It appears the rumor is purely a spoof and fabricated.

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

Bosco Wong complains about the lack of Women

The Paco Wong produced, For For directed film LOVE IN TIME (DUT NGOR OI NEI) two nights ago held a premiere. They along with actors Bosco Wong Chung Chak, Stephy Tang Lai Yun, Sammy, Kitty Yuen Siu Yi and Sita Chan Hei Yi attended. Other guests included Eric Tsang Chi Wai, Elaine Lok Yi Ling, Michael Tse Ting Wa and Stephanie Cheng Yung.

Stephy admitted that she invited her boyfriend Alex Fong Lik Sun but in the end he did not appear. She said, "It doesn't matter, he will buy a ticket and support the film!" Bosco who recently was rumored to have "clicked" with Kate Tsui Tsz Shan was asked if he asked Tsz Shan? He said, "It's just gossip, Tsz Shan even apologized to me, which made me feel even more sorry. I just treat it like film promotion!" He reiterated, "Lately with all the women and girlfriend talk, whoever I invite get worse!" Bosco received a TVB Best Actor nomination for his series WITNESS INSECURITY and was the favorite. He asked, "Really?" Stephy said that she would vote for him. He immediately thanked Stephy but he still picked Wayne Lai Yiu Cheung and Damien Lau Chung Yan. He admitted that if he won he would not feel he deserved it. With the general election for Best Actor and Best Actress this year, was he worried that he did not have as many fans as Raymond Lam Fung? He said that he truly never thought about winning. He was already very happy that everyone liked his series. Stephy joked that actually many girls were his fans. two nights ago she brought a group of young women to take pictures with her. Bosco joked, "I have been promoted to become a housewife killer."

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