Felix Wong and Micheal Miu explain outbursts

The Gun Metal Grey sage continues.

Eileen Cha, a popular radio DJ in Hong Kong, invited Michael Miu and Felix Wong to her radio show. This opportunity gives Michael and Felix a chance to clarify and address the issue.

Michael kicked off the program by jokingly blaming Felix for the entire fiasco. Felix replied that whatever he wrote on Weibo was heartfelt and they are the words from his heart. He was truly upset by the arrangements (or rather lack of arrangement). However, Felix added that it never crossed his mind that by posting his thoughts on Weibo could generate such a huge reaction to the whole situation.

Felix explained that although he may not be a TVB contracted artiste, he was sincere in wanting to participate in the Anniversary. When Felix realised that not a single Gun Metal Grey cast attended the gala and the series was barely mentioned, that is the point when Felix exploded.

Felix is well-known for his "explosive" temper, but according to the actor, his "explosion" this time around can only be a measly level 2. In the past, he would have stomped directly to the senior management to voice his dissatisfaction.

Michael and Felix both agree that the promotions for all series should be impartial and fair. They also reiterate what Producer Lee Tim Sing said in his Lifetime Achievement Award acceptance speech, "a little more fairness, a little less selfishness".

Felix credits TVB for his and Michael's successes. "Without TVB, both Michael and I would not have the success we have today, so I sincerely want TVB to be dominant in all of Asia and continue to improve as well as progress. It’s because of my deep affection for the company that I feel an obligation to reproach when I see such injustices," Felix explained further.

When asked if Felix will be attending TVB's Anniversary Awards on December 5, Felix pushes the decision making to Michael. He says if Micheal attends then he will too. Michael and Felix are both nominated for the Best Actor award.

Micheal shared that Felix has remained the same throughout the years. According to Michael, Felix is still as outspoken as before and still has a loving family. Micheal plays down the situation with TVB and advises everyone to treat Felix's outbursts as an indirect promotion for [GMG].

Source: Mingpao with translations by llwy12@ AsianFanatics.net

Gun Metal Grey snubbed at TVB Anniversary Gala

TVB's 43 Anniversary Gala was held on Friday, November 19. However, the event was plagued by a controversy. TVB was accused of neglecting its anniversary series, Gun Metal Grey in favour of its other anniversary series, No Regrets.

The prologue of the Anniversary was a satrical skit of TVB high rated series for 2010 such as Can't Buy Me Love, No Regrets, Every Move You Make, When Lanes Merge and The Mysteries of Love. However, the highly rated Gun Metal Grey was not included in the skit. Moreover, the majority of the cast for [GMG] was not invited to attend the gala.

Michael Miu and Felix Wong share dissatisfaction via social media

Felix Wong was very much upset by TVB's alleged snub and vent his anger on microblogging platform, Weibo. Felix posted, "Someone said a well applauded series does not get attention, lacks promotion and was repeatedly suppressed... Which company is this? " Michael Miu, his co-star in [GMG] replied with Not a company... did a person do this?. This prompted Felix to post another reply, totally very bad, I'll hold it!

After both Felix and Michael's Weibo post went live, many reporters were quick to seek both for their explaination on the matter. Michael was frank in his reply and said that TVB isn't giving [GMG] the attention it deserve. "Before there was little promotion, now we didn't get invited to the anniversary celebration, really what happened? Did we offend someone?" Felix also shares Michael's dissatisfaction, "Many fans asked me why it's like that? I also want to know why, I am part of the audience too, I don't know what policy TVB has."

Reporters asked Felix if he will get an explanation from TVB but Felix said that was unnecessary and said TVB should make the explaination on TV instead. He also added that TVB did not even extend the invitation to the anniversary gala to even 1 cast member* from [GMG]! " It's fine that they didn't even mention [GMG], but TVB should really at least ask us if we want to attend... turns out that they didn't ask any one of us, I already asked Michael and Jessica Hsuan," said Felix.

Tong Kei Ming, the producer of [GMG] also felt that the cast of [GMG] was treated poorly, "TVB should be taking care of their artists regardless. I can only say gold fears no fire, it's good enough the series got good public praises!"

TVB Anniversary Gala's program producer, Wai Sai Fai, does not agree with Michael and Felix's outbursts. He clarified that the anniversary gala was to celebrate TVB's anniversary and not a platform for series promotion. It is meant to be an entertaining and relaxing show. Wai said, "[GMG] is a law enforcement drama, serious dramas cannot be played with. Actually, the sitcom Some Day wasn't invited either, we considered what's right to play with before we made arrangements. Even if many of the artists didn't do a performance, they still got to be on stage for a raffle drawing to win prizes. I don't understand why they (Michael and Felix) didn't come, but the artiste department is responsible for arranging the artists, I also feel pitiful, I don't understand why they are unsatisfied, why didn't they say so before the fact. I always have my phone on, if there is a complaint, why didn't call me to talk about it!"

Jessica Hsuan and Nancy Wu respond to the issue

Jessica Hsuan confirms that she was not invited to attend TVB's Anniversary Gala but claims that she "expected it". She says, "I already mentioned it to Felix before, it has been different in the last few years, know it in the heart. Artistes can just do well on their own part, having audience support is already satisfying enough. Perhaps he left the company for too long and didn't know! He's a good actor, if he stops then it's a pity. He is hardworking, not getting the attention is not fun! TVB should also be more fair, in fact the series has lots of supporters. When I was doing facial, young girls were saying they were watching Felix and Michael as they ate dinner, proves that they got the young girls' heart!"

Meanwhile, Nancy Wu who starred in both [GMG] and [NR] gave a neutral answer when she was asked to comment on Felix's outbursts. Nancy explained, "Felix is really crafty, his words actually has an ulterior motive, he wants to use this extreme method to promote the series. The cast from our series have a very good relationship off-screen. Every time the public gives good reactions, we always go out for a meal!" Nancy also confirms that she will be attending TVB's Anniversary Awards on December 5.

Pierre Ngo and Evergreen Mak respond as well

Pierre Ngo and Evergreen Mak was in TVB for the recording of Fun with Liza and the Gods. As both are in [NR], reporters asked for their comments as well. Pierre feels that TVB did not deleberately neglect [GMG]. He adds that he watches [GMG] every night and it's a good series.

Evergreen also comments on the issue and says that Felix may just be joking. He says [GMG] has good ratings and he is also following the series.

* Nancy Wu although did attend the gala, she was there to represent No Regrets

Source: 1. Oriental Daily with translations by aZnangel@ AsianUniverse.net; 2. Oriental Daily with translations by aZnangel@ AsianUniverse.net

Gun Metal Grey

Cast:
Felix Wong as Shek Tung Sing / Stone Sir
Michael Miu as Mai On Ding / Mad Sir
Jessica Hsuan as Hui Man Him, Kim
Nancy Wu as Hui Man Sze
Vincent Wong as Carson Ko

Total Episodes: 30 episodes
Aired Dates: November 1 to December, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
Fifteen years ago, Shek Tung Sing, a just and upright police officer, was imprisoned for murder which he did not commit. Now, fifteen years later, he is released from prison and vowed to find out the truth. Unfortunately, after finding out who the real culprit was, Tung Sing is unable to bring him to justice due to the lack of evidence.

Tung Sing was furious and angry at the failed system of justice and supresses his anger within him. Due to this, each time he comes across a case which the law fails to carry out justice, Tung Sing takes matters into his own hands.

Tung Sing's sudden change in character and behaviour worries his best friend, Mai On Ding. It also puts their friendship to test. Tung Sing tries to prevent On Ding from further investigating into a case and in the process hurts On Ding's girlfriend, Hui Man Him.

As a result, On Ding and Tung Sing's relationship took a turn for the worse, and On Ding was determined to bring Tung Sing to face the law.

Gun Metal Grey is a story about a police officer's road to self-destruction as well as provides viewers with an insight into Hong Kong's most famours 10 unsolved crime cases.

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Blessing Ceremony for Dwelling Choice of Men and Women

TVB new series Dwelling Choice of Men and Women held its blessing ceremony recently. Among the cast who were present include Sonija Kwok, Michael Miu, Michael Tse, Ron Ng, and Him Law among others. Sonija will take on the role of a "little housewife" and would be appearing with minimal make-up on screen. To prepare for that, Sonija shared that she has to apply facial masks every night but at the same time is relieved that filming is rather comfortable and relaxed.

Sonija also revealed that Michael Miu will play her husband in the series. Michael explains that they will be a couple who has been married for mor than 10 years and their scenes are sentimental ang exudes warmth, feeling of love that comes from the heart.

The main theme of Dwelling Choice of Men and Women is about home ownership. Him Law shared that he is planning to buy a house next year and has allocated a budget of HKD 4 million for that. He also said that the property is purely for investment and he plans to rent it out.

Michael Miu shares his input about the race for TV King this year. He mentions that Felix Wong may be the underdog going against Wayne Lai and Moses Chan. Being humble, Michael rules himself out of the race.

Source: Mingpao with translations by aZnangel@ AsianUniverse.net

My Better Half

Cast:
Michael Miu as Ching Sum
Maggie Cheung as Ko Lai Sum
Michael Tse as Ching Yee
Teresa Lee as Miu Ling Chi
Suet Nei as Lam Bat Hang
Mandy Cho as Yuki Yau
Derek Kwok as Kong San Sou
Mimi Lo
Oscar Leung
Grace Wong

Total Episodes: 20 episodes
Aired Dates: February 16 to March 16, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
Ching Sum, a pharmaceutical company executive, has an overbearing wife, Ko Lai Sum. They have been married for seven years and Ching Sum has always been relenting for the sake of matrimonial harmony.

Even though Ching Sum has always been an obedient husband, Lai Sum has never stopped watching his every move. She believes that Ching Sum will start fooling around if she doesn't watch him as closely.

Ching Sum's younger brother, Ching Yee works in the same company as him. Ching Yee constantly mocks his brother for being hen-pecked but also pities Ching Sum for his predicament. As such, Ching Yee helps his brother out whenever he can.

One day, in a series of misunderstandings, Lai Sum catches Ching Sum red-handed in Shenzhen. In a fit of rage, she proposes to divorce Ching Sum.

Ching Yee, on the other hand, has always claimed to have never lost in a game of love. That is until he meets Miu Ling Chi. With Ling Chi, Ching Yee lost bitterly, his job was even at stake!

Michael Miu and Maggie Cheung kisses in Sai Kung

Michael Miu and Maggie Cheung were filming a kissing scene for their new drama collaboration, The Pride of My Husband. The pair required more than one take for this kissing scene. Not because they were too shy, but Maggie requested for a re-take as she felt the first take was too shallow. Michael shared that he only started filming intimate scenes with his co-stars after his comeback. He is not worried that his wife, Jamie (soon to be seen alongside Gallen Lo and Ray Lui in Root of Evil) will be jealous.

The kissing scene was filmed on Sandy bay Beach in Sai Kung and attracted many passerbys. The crowd called out to Michael, but instead of calling him "Sam Ko" (Michael's nickname) they called him "Hau Ko", which is the name of his character in the recently concluded Emergency Unit E.U..

Before filming the scene, the very professional pair discussed with each other how to get the best result for the scene. After completing the scene, they would quickly watch the playback to see if the scene turns out alright.

Source: On.cc with translations by: aZnangel @ Asianuniverse.net

The Pride of My Husband: Costume Fitting

Michael Miu and Michael Tse portrayed their characters well in their most recent collaboration, E.U Emergency Unit. The series is doing well and many fans praised the performances from the two Michaels.

These two very talented stars will be working together again in their latest project, new TVB Drama The Pride of My Husband. Aside from the two Micheals, other cast include Maggie Cheung and Mandy Cho. The foursome appeared at the costume fitting ceremony.

This will be a new partnership between Michael Miu and Maggie Cheung. Four years ago, the pair was scheduled to work together in The New Shanghai Bund, but Maggie fell sick and had to pull out. This new drama will see them collaborating as a married couple. Michael Miu says he believes he has fate with Maggie and hopes that there will be sparks between them.

The Pride of My Husband is a comedy series, and Michael Miu character is a playful man with a mean wife (Maggie). Michael says, "The role is quite similar to me in reality. Jamie (Chik) isn't mean, just in reality I'm a playful person, also I'm not afraid of my wife, it is respecting her. I am only playful during events, not to know girls. Also I have so many things to play with and have so many friends, I have a family and a wife, I will not do silly things to cause trouble for myself."

Maggie's character grows up in a farm, drives a truck and is rude. Maggie says her role is quite special and reveals that TVB pays her a "happy" salary for her comeback series. She will also be collaborating with Teresa Lee, who participated in the same Miss Hong Kong pageant as Maggie.

Michael Tse's character is a playboy with 3 girlfriends.

Source: Sina.com with translations by: aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Cast of E.U. attends Police Recruitment Expo

TVB new series, E.U. started its run last week (February 16). In conjunction with the drama's run, the cast including Michael Miu, Kathy Chow, Elanne Kong, Sammul Chan, Leung Ka Kei and Michael Tse attended an Education and Careers Expo for police recruitment. The cast helped to hand out flyers.

Sammul Chan and Leung Ka Kei were the focus of the group. Both were injured earlier while promoting their new series. The reporters even go to the extend of telling Sammul that Ka Kei has feelings for him. This made Sammul blush like a tomato and he quickly walked away. Reporters continue to tease Sammul, saying that he should care for Ka Kei for her entire life as her injuries were sustained because of him. Sammul quickly clarify that bold statement, "Don't have to be that serious, she should have someone to take care of her for the rest of her life. But her injury was caused by me, I should apologize to her, I will boil some "pig brain" soup for her, she will boil fish maw soup for me."

Although there are still no official ratings yet for E.U., Michael thinks that the series has good discussion points and also praised the improved performance of Sammul and Ron Ng (since The Academy). Michael shares that many of his friends says that the series is good. This second sequel is also the most compact in the trilogy according to Michael. Michael then shares that he will be filming a new drama series in March with Maggie Cheung (Ho Yee).

Kathy Chow revealed that she tapes every episode so that she could enjoy later. After finishing the promo works for E.U. she will head to Shanghai to film a new series. Responding to comments that E.U. copies some movie scenes, Kathy explains, "It's about the same, cannot say that it's copied. The series has a movie feel to it. In TV series terms, it's quite a breakthrough. The series talks about Triads and selling pirated material. It could be said that there will be lots of discussions and controversial topics."

E.U. is Elanne Kong's virgin drama series. She explains that filming a series gives her a lot of stress. "When I go out, there are many people yelling out my character's name. Just two days ago, there was a little girl who called me 'Sister Piracy Girl' . There is a friend who said that my role is very rough, the first day of work, I had to yell at Ron. I NG-ed a lot!" Elanne explains further. Elanne shares that she is happy to be playing a rough girl's role and is looking forward to filming another series.

Source: Wenweipo, Mingpao, On.cc with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

E.U. Emergency Unit

Cast:
Michael Miu as Kong Sai Hau
Kathy Chow as Ching Yuk Sam
Ron Ng as Chung Lap Man
Sammul Chan as Lee Pak Kiu
Dominic Lam as Wu Cheuk Yan
Michael Tse as Leung Siu Tong
Elanne Kong as Kong Yau Yau

Total Episodes: 30 episodes
Aired Dates: February 16 to March 27, 2009
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
Kong Sai Hau is released from prison in Taiwan. He intends to return to Hong Kong immediately to be reunited with his daughter, Yau Yau. Sai Hau wants to mend his broken relationship with Yau Yau. Sai Hau has a plan to revenge on the triad leader, Tin, who was the one who caused his incarceration in the first place. Sai Hau knows that in order to strengthen his influence in the gang, he also needs help from the police force and aims to draw two young policemen onto his side.

Lee Pak Kiu, who is attached to the Emergency Unit (E.U>) and Chung Lap Man from the Special Duty Squad are Sai Hau's targets. Pak Kiu is reluctant to mix with a gangster while Lap Man thinks that he can take advantage of his relationship with Sai Hau to combat crime. Lap Man eventually becomes close with Sai Hau but his closeness caused him his job. Lap Man was fired by the police force. Sai Hau takes Lap Man under his wings and Lap Man devotes himself entirely to the triads.

The triad leader, Tin, is always wary of Sai Hau and places his trusted follower, Siu Tong, to keep an eye on Sai Hau. Sai Hau retaliates by manipulating his relationship with Tin's wife, Yuk Sam to gain positions within the triads. Sai Hau eventually becomes the triad leader but the triad's illegal business keeps facing obstacles. Sai Hau then begins to question the loyalty of his triad members.

Note: E.U. is the third installment to "The Academy" Series. The first series is called The Academy (2005) while the second series is called On the First Beat (2007).