Leo Ku in a New Series With Super Junior's Heechul

37-years-old Leo Ku returned to television industry lately and will film CCTV's youth drama <<青春旋律>. along with Michelle Wai, Deep Ng. Leo would play a repeat student and play Michelle's boyfriend. Super Junior's Heechul and Super Junior-M's Zhou Mi would also join the cast. The scripts are mainly Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean. Leo would have scenes with Heechul and yesterday the two didn't forget to take pictures together. Leo only knew simple Korean to greet. Because there would be a translator plus they have plenty of time to rehearse, there shouldn't be a problem to film.

Michelle, who just arrived yesterday, frankly said she isn't too close to Leo, but won't worry it would affect when they're filming romantic scenes: "Leo takes good care of me and Deep. He is very nice. I believe we can get closer soon."

Source: Oriental Daily; Mingpao / Translation: KAY @ kays-entertainment.blogspot.com

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'A Pillowcase of Mystery 2' is the Highest Ratings Drama of First Semester

"A Pillowcase of Mystery 2" aired its 2-hour finale last Saturday. It has average rating of 34 points, peaking 37 points; last week's average ratings is 31 points. TVB external affair assistant director Tseng Sing Ming expressed "APOM" is the highest ratings drama of first semester this year. The series has average rating of 31.2 points. Second place belongs to "A Walkdog's Tale"; Third place belongs to "Mysteries of Love." Tseng also disclosed starting in August, tvb.com arranged live streaming service (HK only) for TVB's current series and attracted many young viewers. The upcoming Mr. Hong Kong contest (Aug 21) can be streamed online in Chinese region.

Last night TVB Pearl aired "Spider Man 3" and has average ratings of 9.5 points, peaking 12.1; it became the highest rating program in TVB Pearl this year. "Super Trio Game Master" and "The Voice 2" are affected by "Spider Man 3" thus their ratings each dropped 1 and 4 points.

Source: Mingpao / Translation: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

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TVB to Film HK Version of Mainland Series 'Dwelling Narrowness'

(Poster of series "Dwelling Narrowness")

Although "Beauty Knows No Pain" and "Mysteries of Love" are accused of plagiarism, but TVB doesn't mind and would continue this trend, copying Mainland's hit series "Dwelling Narrowness." This HK version would start filming next month and titled <<抉宅男女>>. Linda Chung, Joyce Tang, Ron Ng, and Michael Tse would be in various relationships. Michael Miu would pair with Sonija Kwok. Linda's character is just like "Hai Zao" in "DN," who would not hesitate to commit indecent deals in order to climb up to the ladder.

As for this new series is obviously copying "DN," producer Cheung Kong Man didn't feel there is a problem: "You need to share good things with others and promote it. New series would talk about housing problems. It's the same in Shanghai and Hong Kong, housing is a problem residents are facing. It's also a way for viewers to vent their emotions."

Currently busy filming "Yes Sir, No Sir," Linda said she already received DVDs of "DN" and plans to watch it right away after work: "Producer already told me to pay close attention to 'Hai Zao.' (Copying obviously?) I'm an actor. My responsibility is to portray characters well."

Although Sonija hasn't received notice of filming this series, but she said she would feel proud of working with Michael Miu: "I worked with him once in 'Au Revoir Shanghai,' but I died when I appeared. (TVB copying?) Everyone is doing it. American's 'Infernal Affairs' copied Hong Kong's."

Source: Oriental Daily / Translation: KAY @ kays-entertainment.blogspot.com

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Sonija Kwok Refuses to Admit She's A 'Remaining Woman' and is Waiting For New Love

Sonija Kwok attended to an opening ceremony of a bakery as guest yesterday. Asked whether she paid attention to Michael Tao, who was her ex-rumored boyfriend, has new rumors? Sonija said: "Didn't pay attention. Won't say too much and reply. (Whether still waiting for new love?) I'm waiting, can't rush. Plus that person hasn't appear yet. Now my career is the most important one. I can't stop working and wait. In fact my requirements are still the same as 10 years ago. But maybe it won't be the same to the one I'm getting married with." Asked whether she worries she is set as "remaining women," Sonija said: "People have their mouths and can say whatever they can. But I think waiting and didn't find one yet doesn't mean you're a 'remaining woman.' You can be happy even when you're single, nothing to concern. (Will open up your love life when you date?) The one you're dating doesn't necessary mean he is the one you're getting married with. Anyways, I will definitely let everyone know when I get married."

Source: Mingpao; ON.CC (picture) / Translation: KAY @ kays-entertainment.blogspot.com

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Taiwanese Idol Drama Ratings (Sundays 08/08/2010)

It was Scent of Love's ending yesterday! Although Zhong Wu Yen continues to top the chart, it dropped several points compared to last week. Gambadei Summer's Desire! I dislike Ou Chen!

1. Zhong Wu Yen 鐘無艷 (TTV) - 2.03
2. Summer's Desire 泡沫之夏 (FTV) - 1.69
3. Scent of Love 就是要香戀 (CTV) -0.67
4. Calling For Love 呼叫大明星 (CTS) - 0.60

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Andy Hui Goes Silent and Blackfaced Hearing Reuniting Rumors

Andy Hui flied to Malaysia last week for BIG FOUR concert. Originally planned to return to Hong Kong yesterday afternoon, only Edmond Leung and William So showed up at the airport; Andy Hui and Dick Cheung were missing. Edmond and William said: "They won't be here in a short amount of time. (avoiding reporters?) No, business class cabin was overcrowded, so we returned first. (Andy's emotions affected the performance?) No, he is very professional. The show went well. The four of us were happy. (Contact ex?) Been busy lately." As for Andy's ex Sammi Cheng brought up she doesn't want to disturb love, Edmond said: "Give them some space."

Because Michelle (Andy's ex) is good sister of William's girlfriend, so William spoke good things for Michelle: "Especially Michelle, lots of pressure to handle. (Comfort her?) Not yet. Don't know whether girlfirned call her or not. (Want Andy and Michelle to get back together?) They're adults, need to respect their decision. Hope the three of them are happy." They said they didn't know Andy and Michelle broke up before: "Only Dick felt something's wrong. But Andy is still good right now. He has work, it's better than staying at home." As for Michelle peaked at Andy's SMS, William said: "What! Even close friends like us don't know about it. (Worry Michelle would expose secrets?) Can't worry. There is freedom of speech in Hong Kong."

Don't dare to play with rumors

As for Andy, he returned Hong Kong at around 10PM and Dick accompanied with him. Andy was emotionless the whole time and walked with his head down. He didn't answer anything reporters asked. A mic of a television station accidentally hit his face and Andy went a little black-faced! He walked very fast and only said: "Excuse me." Dick pointed Andy is feeling OK. In a press event earlier, the BIG FOUR members once joked they would bring rumors of Andy and his ex to the stage. But in the end, no one mentioned anything to prevent making the situation worse.

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Bernice Liu Is Mistaken As The Real Restaurant Receptionist

Bernice Liu plays a restaurant receptionist in upcoming series "Home Troopers" (居家兵團). The crew went to a Chinese restaurant to film outdoor scenes. Before official filming, a customer actually mistaken her as the real restaurant staff. Bernice didn't know whether to be happy or upset, but she politely explained that she was actually filming and told that customer to ask some one else for help. Actually, Bernice should be happy because that means she did a good job in portraying her character!

Source: The Sun / Translation: KAY @ kays-entertainment.blogspot.com

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