Kent Cheng and Wayne Lai set for powerful collaboration

TVB new series, The King Maker, held its costume fitting recently. [The Kingmaker] stars two of Hong Kong's biggest talents - Kent Cheng and Wayne Lai.

[The King Maker] revolves around the story of the men in the imperial palace. Wayne and Kent will each play the role of the masters of a prince. They will out battle one another and aid their respective prince to become the Emperor.

Wayne shared that the new series will place great focus on the conflicts and struggles between the male characters in the palace, so it is alright not to have any "first-line" actresses in the series. Most importantly, is the good script that will produce good drama.

Wayne explained that he had collaborated with Kent before back in 2009 in The Greatness of a Hero. As such, for this round of collaboration, Wayne feels less pressure. "He’s a person who has very strict standards and does not film TVB series often, so getting the chance to collaborate with him is definitely a rare opportunity. I know that he rejected a lot of series in order to participate in this one – for him to think so highly of me, I’m very happy!" says Wayne.

Sacrificing earnings of over HKD 2 million, Kent turned down many offers so that he has the chance to work with Wayne again. Without any regrets, Kent explained, "If I don’t film the series this year, I may not have time next year. Wayne is TV King so I’m honored that he is willing to collaborate with me – his acting is amazing! If it weren’t for Wayne being in the series, I would not have come back to participate in it. If I had to choose one actor in all of TVB to collaborate with, my number one choice would definitely be Brother Wayne!"

Kent even joked that with such a collaboration, he "may" even earn back his HKD 2 million. Kent adds that although he collaborated with Wayne in [The Greatness of a Hero] two years ago, they did not have many scenes together, so this is the chance for them to battle it out in the new series.

Krystal Tin, Natalie Tong, Pierre Ngo, Chris Lai and Vivien Yeo make up the rest of the cast for this series.

Source: Mingpao with translations by llwy12@ AsianFanatics.net

Indian Wedding attire for Cast of Only You

Kevin Cheng, Yoyo Mung, Krystal Tin, Evergreen Mak were among the cast of Only You who attended a promotional event recently. The group appeared dressed in traditional Indian costumes for a wedding ceremony. The cast also partake in games and had a fun time. Krystal force fed her on-screen husband Evergreen with an unpeeled banana while Yoyo washed Kevin's feet in sweet and sour paste water.

Kevin was asked for his views regarding rumours of Charmaine Sheh leaving TVB to earn more money in China. Kevin send his blessings to Charmaine and adds, "She probably made careful considerations, and should have a per series contract with TVB, she should continue to shoot TVB series. She should work in both HK and Mainland, I hope I still have the opportunity to collaborate with her, may her wishes come true. Make more money!"

Kevin also revealed that he still has a long contract with TVB and as such he will not consider venturing into China. He clarified that he wants to handle jobs at both places - China and HK. Kevin says Hong Kong has a good broadcast station and it would be a pity if he lose it. Nevertheless, he adds that China has tremendous hidden potential.

Kevin also revealed that he will be filming new series Boxing King soon and is currently training for a 6-pack body.

Source: Oriental Daily with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Yoyo Mung and Krystal Tin enjoy first collaboration

Although both Yoyo Mung and Krystal Tin have been in the entertainment industry for many years, they have not had the chance to collaborate until Only You. However these two were at ease and very comfortable with one another even before the filming for [Only You] begins. The friendship between these two talented actresses developed so fast, covering thousand miles in a day.

Krystal and Yoyo share a similar interest which they discover when filming for [OY] begins. The shared interest was to play jokes on the cast and crew. The little pranks bring laughter and cheer to everyone.

Yoyo and Krystal met up at a dried seafood shop to buy some goodies. As Krystal is married and holds the wife title for many years, she is able to make skillful selections when shopping. Yoyo, who is happily dating Ekin Cheng, was a little lost as seen when she was trying to differentiate between the many types of fish maws. Krystal can't help but laugh at Yoyo. Krystal then helped Yoyo to pick out some abalones.

"Before I started eating as a vegetarian, I can easily cook up dishes serving 10 people with absolutely no problem. Abalone, ginseng, wings, tripes, I can do it all. My husband Chapman To is also a very good cook, but we can't cook together because we'll have disagreement, so it's either him or me that cooks, otherwise there will definitely be an argument," reveals Krystal.

Yoyo is currently trying her best to improve her culinary skills. She explains that she is fortunate to have so many friends who are willing to share with her cooking tips and experiences. Yoyo adds that she also gains when her friends share with her tips on super deals when buying high quality foods.

Krystal and Yoyo were teased about their lightning speed friendship. Krytal shares, "Ah Yo (Yoyo) appears like a woman on the surface, but in fact she's very much like a man! On the set, it was really dry for everyone, so we tried to make it fun! Though this is my first time working with her, but oddly we don't even need a warm up, we were already like this even before we started shooting. I probably owe her something in my past life."

Yoyo adds, "It wasn't that severe when we were shooting, it was later that we got more familiar. Our whole group were always very noisy on a daily basis, very happy!"

Source: Oriental Daily with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Only You

Cast:
Louise Lee as Chong Sze Tim
Yoyo Mung as Mak Yat Man
Kevin Cheng as Ha Tin Sang
Evergreen Mak as Chong Sze Chai
Krystal Tin as Szeto Fei Fei

Ensemble cast:
Charmaine Li, Chin Ka Lok, Chris Lai, Claire Yiu, Helen Ma, Jason Chan, Johnson Lee, Leanne Li, Matthew Ko, Natalie Tong, Sam Chan, Shermon Tang, Suet Nei, Vin Choi, ViVien Yeo

Total Episodes: 30 episodes
Aired Dates: February 21 to April 1, 2011
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 8.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 901

Synopsis:
Mak Yat Man is a boastful, frank, unrelenting woman who wants to be a wedding planner. She thinks that a wedding planner's job is simple and uncomplicated but comes with an attractive income. Chong Sze Tim, an expert in the wedding industry refuses to take Yat Man as her apprentice because Sze Tim can see through Yat Man and knows her real motive. Eventhough Sze Tim has turned her down, Yat Man is still determined to get into the wedding industry and does her best to please Sze Tim's younger brother, Ching Sze Chai and his wife, Szeto Fei Fei. The couple end up hiring Yat Man to work in their bridal wear shop.

Yat Man is determined to make something big out of her new career but the sudden appearance of photographer, Ha Tin Sang, makes her think about life's true meaning and purpose. In their course of work, Yat Man and Tin Sang meet many types of characters - from squabbling couples and distressed couples to neurotic brides and couples with disabilities. Every couple they meet has a unique love story of their own. These couples exchange their wedding vows full of love and hope for the future.

Yat Man and Tin Sang love one another but their different outlook on life start to tear them apart. Will love be enough for this couple?

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Every Move You Make

Cast:
Bowie Lam as Yiu Hok Sum
Bosco Wong as Ho Lai Yin
Krystal Tin as Yip Chin Ting
Aimee Chan as Ching Bui Yee
Chris Lai as Mak Wing Hei
Lorretta Chow as Wu Hau Ying

Total Episodes: 20 episodes
Aired Dates: October 4 to October 29, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
Yiu Hok Sum is a Senior Inspector attached to the Crime Unit. He has acquired strong skills in mind reading. He is efficient in solving criminal cases and has proven to be one of the most competent officers in his unit. He has the ability to analyse and read minds just by observing the criminal's body language and facial expressions. He is also able to spot disparities between evidence and testimonies.

Despite all of his strengths, Hok Sum does have his flaws. His teammates find it difficult to work with him. Newcomers to his unit, Yip Chin Ting and Ho Lai Yin disagree with the unconventional ways of Hok Sum. As a result, Chin Ting and Lai Yin constantly have arguments and confrontations with Hok Sum. Things take a turn for the worse when Hok Sum learns that his half-sister, Ching Pui Yee is dating Lai Yin behind his back and that Chin Ting has a secret crush on him.

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Previously known as The Mind Reading Detective