A Watchdog's Tale

Cast:
Maggie Siu as Tseung Tin Ngor
Kent Cheng as Lai Chun Sing
Steven Ma as Chow Yung Kung
Linda Chung as Lai Sin Yue, Sammi
Natalie Tong
Raymond Wong
Ram Tseung

Total Episodes: 20 episodes
Aired Dates: December 28, 2009 to January 22, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 8.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 901

Synopsis:
Tseung Tin Ngor, a wealthy woman, was kidnapped together with her beloved pet dog, Woody. Although both woman and dog were unharmed, Woody suffers from some behavioral problems since that kidnapping incident. Tin Ngor brings Woody for treatment at various Veterinarian Clinics but to no avail.

Left with little options, Tin Ngor gets help from Lai Chun Sing, a retired police canine officer. Chun Sing, who recently retired from his police job, owns a kennel in the suburbs. Although Tin Ngor does not have good impression of Chun Sing (also fondly known as Lulu Sir) she trusts him to help Woody. When Woody's condition improves noticeably, Tin Ngor was impressed and changes her perception towards Lulu Sir.

Tin Ngor begins to investigate her own kidnapping and mistakenly conceives that Lulu Sir's landlord, Chow Yung Kung, as one of the kidnappers. With the help of Bingo, a police-trained dog, Tin Ngor and Lulu Sir manage to prove Yung Kung's innocence and clear him from the crime.

Yung Kung was touched by Bingo and Lulu Sir's efforts and that motivates him to be a better dog lover. His concern and care for his own dog keeps him in constant contact with Lai Sin Yue (Lulu's Sir's daughter), a Veterinarian.

TVB Sales Presentation 2009

Here are magazine scans for TVB's Sales Presentation 2009. Some of the drama series have completed filming, some are currently being filmed, some have yet to start filming while others are still unconfirmed.

Completed filming

Burning Flame 3 [烈火雄心3] Cast: Wong Hei, Kevin Cheng, Bosco Wong, Myolie Wu, Aimee Chan, Elaine Yiu, Sam Chan, Matthew Ko, Stephen Wong

E.U. Emergency Unit (The Academy 3) [學警狙擊] Cast: Ron Ng, Sammuel Chan, Michael Miu, Kathy Chow, Michael Tse, Elanne Kong

The King of Snooker [桌球天王] Cast: Adam Cheng, Nikki Chow, Joyce Tang, Derek Kwok, Patrick Tang, Benz Hui

A Watchdog's Tale [好狗出更] Cast: Steven Ma, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Maggie Siu, Raymond Wong, Natalie Tong, Koni Lui

Rosy Business [巾幗梟雄] Cast: Wayne Lai, Sheren Tang, Ron Ng, Kiki Sheung, Elliot Yue, Nancy Wu, Kara Hui, Suki Tsui, Susan Tse

Filming in progress

In the Eye of the Beholder / Chau Heung Angers Tong Bak Fu [秋香怒点唐伯虎] Cast: Moses Chan, Myolie Wu, Ha Yu, Chris Lai, Johnson Lee, Fala Chan, Elaine Yiu, Joel Chan, Evergreen Mak, Savio Tsang

In the Chamber of Bliss [蔡鍔與小鳳仙] Cast: Damien Lau, Kathy Chow, Kenneth Ma, Toby Leung, Krystal Tin, Angela Tong, Law Lok Lam, Chun Wong

D.I.E Again [古靈精探B] Cast: Roger Kwok, Sonija Kwok, Derek Kwok, Nancy Wu, Macy Chan, Rain Lau, Mimi Lo, Stephen Huynh

Filming to start

Root of Evil (The Grand Entrepreneur/Born Rich) [金錢誘罪] Cast: Ray Lui, Gallen Lo, Anita Yuen, Kenix Kwok, Jamie Chik, Joe Ma, Nancy Sit, Bernice Liu, Kenneth Ma, Toby Leung

Fly with Me / Superwoman [飛女正傳] Cast: Ada Choi, Moses Chan, Kenny Wong, Raymond Cho, Gan Mok Wah, Catherine Chow, Chu Suen, Tsui Weng

Beyond the Realm of Conscience [宮心計] Cast: Charmaine Sheh, Moses Chan, Kevin Cheng, Tavia Yeung, Susanna Kwan, Michelle Yim, Christine Ng, Fala Chan, Kara Hui

Heaven and Earth [天與地] Cast: Nick Cheung, Bowie Lam, Moses Chan, Maggie Siu, Charmaine Sheh, Sheren Tang, Kate Tsui, Lee Si Kei

Unconfirmed Series

A Fistful of Stances / Iron Horse Seeking Bridge [鐵馬尋橋] Cast: Yuen Wah, Yuen Qiu, Raymond Lam

Other series to note

Cupid Stupid / Prince of Horoscope [星座小王子] Cast:Steven Ma, Tavia Yeung, Michael Tse, Kingdom Yuen Wars of In-Laws 3 [疆屍奶奶再戰戈師奶] Cast: Liza Wang, Myolie Wu, Bosco Wong The Truth Father Of Him [巴不得爸爸] Cast: Sunny Chan, Ron Ng, Myolie Wu, Shirley Yeung, John Chiang, Gigi Wong Dog Like Dog, Loving Grandpa [狗吾狗.親親爺爺] Cast: Chung King Fai, Lee See Kei, Fala Chen Written to Life [寫我仙凡間] Cast: Ron Ng, Linda Chung, Fala Chen, Sunny Chan, Ngok Wah

Magazine scans credit: jessica_2005 from KuangaiTVB BBS
Source: TVB Weekly with translation from SehSeh & MyolieWu Forum

Steven Ma treats Cast and Crew of Dogs on the Beat

Steven Ma treated the cast and crew of his new series, Dogs on the Beat to a 5 table hotpot banquet. Among those who attended the dinner include Kent Cheng and wife, Amy, Linda Chung (who plays Steven's love interest in the series), Natalie Tong, Koni Lui and Queenie Chu. All those who attended the dinner were requested to bring along a gift under HKD 50. Steven also shared that this dinner invitation is extended to everyone, just like all his previous treats!

Steven said he doesn't mind picking up the tabs. "What’s important is that they gave me face by attending and that they had a good time together. It’s not easy to have everyone get together for a dinner. Also, our team have worked really well together," he added.

Steven also revealed that the day before was Kent's wife, Amy's birthday. As such they tried to celebrate her birthday at the dinner as well. Steven also mentioned that he has a good relationship with Kent, akin to one shared by a godfather and a godson.

Credit to Steven-ma.org/On.CC with original translation by tamaya @ AsianFanatics.net

Steven Ma celebrated birthday with 3 cakes

Steven Ma celebrated his 37th birthday on Sunday (October 26). Steven worked on his birthday in the studio, filming Dogs on the Beat. What he did not know was Kara Hui, Helen Ma and the film crew planned a surprise party for him. Kara and Helen were filming Wives and Concubines. Linda Chung, his co-star in Dogs on the Beat, as well as the film crew also bought two cakes to celebrate Steven's birthday. As such, Steven has a total of 3 cakes on his birthday! Steven was touched by his friends thoughtful gestures.

Steven said his birthday wish this year was for Hong Kong's economy to improve. Although Steven does not dabble in stocks, he felt that the worsening economy will affect everyone. He hopes that everyone in the world will be able to live a better life.

Source: Mingpao
Original Translation: mv_288 @ Asianfanatics.net

Steven Ma treats Linda Chung like a lil sis

Steven Ma and Linda Chung are both busy filming new series, Dogs on the Beat. Linda plays the role of Steven's girlfriend. This is Steven and Linda's third collaboration and they both share good chemistry. Steven was asked if he thought of pursuing Linda in real life. Steven said he view Linda as his younger sister, they share a bond akin to those shared by siblings. Nothing more than that.

Although Linda plays Steven's girlfriend in the series, Steven is actually closer to the dog in the series, Ah Wong, instead of her! Ah Wong is very playful with Steven, constantly licking his hands, plastering him with "wet kisses".

Steven in not nominated for any role in TVB's Anniversary Awards. Steven said he saw online that many netizens were angry on his behalf, some saying that it was unfair. Steven admits that he felt disappointed but he strongly believes that people should look to the future. What's more important is that the viewers remember his portrayal of Sing Yat On and remember A Journey Called Life. That is enough for Steven.

Source: MingPao
Original Translation: mv_288 @ Asianfanatics.net

Linda Chung, busy as a bee

... or so that's what she claims. Linda's latest series currently airing is "The Legend of the Demigods", which co-stars Benny Chan, Sunny Chan, Stephen Au, Nancy Wu and Halina Tam. Linda attended the promotional event for "The Legend of the Demigods" and shared with reporters that the series ratings average at approximately 27 to 28 points but due to her hectic filming schedule, she has no time to watch the series.

Linda and Benny joking around

The cast played many games and one of them was to transfer fruits from one end of the table to another without using their hands. Linda and Benny co-operated well, but Linda was also careless to have knocked over a plate of fruits.

Linda mentioned that she recently was in Toronto for a live show, where she had a chance to sing 8 songs. She loved performing on stage and felt as though she was performing at her own concert! However, she decided against singing songs from her own album as the audience may not be familiar yet with her songs. Her album was only release a couple of weeks ago.

Aside from currently filming Dogs on the Beat and busy with the promotion of her album, Linda still squeeze in some time for a few extra shows. Linda says she'll go on a vacation after filming for the series has wrapped to reward herself.

Source: Oriental Daily, Takungpao
Original Translation: kingkongit27 @ AsianEU

Dogs on the Beat: Steven and Linda faces challenges

Recently the cast of "Dogs on the Beat" Steven Ma, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Maggie Siu and Koni Lui attended the costume fitting for the drama.

Steven will be portraying a character that comes from a village. His character is someone who is abrasive, perverted, loves pornographic magazines and enjoys ogling at big chested women. Steven thinks that his role is the drama will be a challenge as he has previously played characters who are polite and well-mannered. Steven will be paired with Linda Chung.

Linda Chung's character is a tomboy, but she will change midway through the series and become a beautiful swan. Reporters asked if she is worried about having to portray such character as her fans may not like it, but Linda says it is alright as she can show the audience a different side of her.

The storyline for the drama was unfortunately not revealed. This is the second time Linda and Steven pair up as a couple. Previously they were paired up in A Journey Called Life.

Source: Takungpao
Original translation: kingkongit27 @ AsianEU