Men with No Shadows

Cast:
Bobby Au Yeung as Dr Kong Tung Kin, Omar
Raymond Lam as Satan/ Toi Fung, Typhoon
Tavia Yeung as Fong Siu Fong
Power Chan as Vincent Tong
John Chiang as Tong King Tin
Gigi Wong as Sung Chor Kiu
Mandy Wong as Toi Yan
Sire Ma as Kong Wai Mui

Total Episodes: 20 episodes
Aired Dates: September 12 to October 7, 2011
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
It is part of the human life-cycle to experience birth, illness, old-age and death. But who controls these life changing events?

Kong Tung Kin, Dr. O is a well respected doctor who researches new medicine and cures. He started his own private practice after a failed drug trial incident.

One day, he faced with a deadly car accident and finds himself facing death. After much negotiation with the Devil, he gets a second chance to live, but with conditions.

He has to find someone he deemed to be a "bad person" to replace him in death. Dr O could not submit anone's name to the Devil and at the last minute decides to submit his own name.

The Devil was impressed and decides to spare Dr O his life. The Devil decides to live as a human and experience life. He befriends Dr O and moves within Dr O's circle of family and friends.

To experience love, the Devil persues Fong Siu Fong, Dr O's patient and love interest. Later, Dr O comes to an agreement with the Devil - his soul for fame and fortune. Eventually Dr O becomes a changed man, his kindness and compassion slowly drains from him without himself realising it.

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My Sister of Eternal Flower

Cast:
Charmaine as Fa Lai Chu/Sister Fa
Raymond Lam as Cheung Yik, Hugo
Toby Leung as Fa Lai Ping, Jennifer
Pierre Ngo as Luk Ho Cheung, Mike
Wu Fung as Cheung Sum
Jazz Lam as Fa Wai Chung
Yoyo Chen as Agnes Du Ting

Total Episodes: 20 episodes
Aired Dates: May 16 to June 10, 2011
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 8.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 901

Synopsis:
Fa Lai Chu (Sister Fa) suffers from developmental disability. She has an IQ of a ten-year-old but is very kind-hearted and innocent. When her parents passed away, she promised them that she will take good care of her younger siblings.

As Sister Fa is unable to support the family financially, she tries to care for her siblings in other aspects. She does a great job caring for them but it also means bringing home hilarious troubles!

Sister Fa's younger sister, Fa Lai Ping, Jennifer, is the one who brings home the bacon. She is also the leader of the family. Jennifer is a persistent and ambitious woman who wants to excel in her career so that she can provide for Sister Fa and their younger brother, Fa Wai Chung. Jennifer is determined to succeed by all means and helps her superior, Luk Ho Cheung to cheat the company they work at.

Due to some events, the chairman of the company, Cheung Sum, suffers a stoke and puts Luk Ho Cheung in charge. In Cheung Sum's absense, Luk Ho Cheung fires Cheung Sum's playboy and good-for-nothing grandson, Cheung Yik from the company.

Cheung Yik is totally let down and lost all hope. However, thanks to the kindness of Sister Fa, he doesn't end up on the streets. Soon, Cheung Yik begins to see the beauty of Sister Fa's heart and inevitably falls for her.

When Cheung Sum wakes up from his coma, he completely opposes Cheung Yik and Sister Fa's relationship and orders Cheung Yik to break up with Sister Fa. Unwilling to disappoint his grandfather, Cheung Yik adheres to the order and returns to the normal life that he once led.

What will become of Sister Fa and can she change Cheung Yik from a good-for-nothing man to someone successful?

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Raymond Lam and Kenneth Ma film Return to the Three Kingdoms

Raymond Lam and Kenneth Ma were busy filming for TVB new series Return to the Three Kingdoms. The scene was about the army troops training at camp.

Raymond shared that his character, Chukot Leung is similar to his previous role in The Mysteries of Love, Kingsley. Both the characters talk a lot and Raymond had a tough time handling the scripts. "It's actually quite interesting because Kenneth Ma's lines are very modernized, while mines are so ancient, so the result is quite funny," revealed Raymond. If he had to choose, Raymond said that the script for [TMOL] is more difficult to memorise as there are professional physics terms and jargons to remember.

Raymond also divulged that he is indeed a fan of Three Kingdoms. He used to play the games franchise, and he also studied it in school.

The past month or so was definitely a challenge for Raymond as he was plagued by the "Mavis Pan relationship-photo leakage drama" but this professional artiste continue to work hard and stay focused. "I am just doing my part, I hope that everything will go well," clarified Raymond. After completing the filming for this series, Raymond will focus on his next cantonese album and concert. He revealed that he will not be taking a break as he already had one during the Lunar New Year period but hopes to get some time off later on for a family vacation. " It doesn't matter where we go, I just want to have more time with my family. I hope next year my wish will come true. I already mentioned it to my company," Raymond said.

Kenneth Ma's character is someone who travelled back in time from the modern world. Kenneth and Raymond have collaborated numerous times before and Kenneth has only good things to say about Raymond. Kenneth praised that Raymond is generous for treating them to snacks and drinks. Kenneth also added that Raymond is very professional on set and will not bring his personal problems to work. " didn't notice anything when he goes and leaves work. It's just the public is making the issue big, he is the victim," said Kenneth.

Source: Singtao with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Wayne Lai shoots down the idea of Rosy Business 3

TVB's Rosy Business and its indirect sequel No Regrets received good ratings and praises from the audience. Although, at the recent TVB Anniversary Awards [NR] lost the Best Series Award to Can't Buy Me Love, there are still talks about filming a third sequel to this award winning franchise.

However, Best Actor winner, Wayne Lai does not feel that filming a third installment is a good idea. Wayne reasons, "I think we should quit while we're ahead. I don't agree on filming a third installment."

Producer, Lee Tim Sing was reported as saying should a third sequel for [RB] is filmed, the series would have to be set in modern times. After all [RB] was set in ancient times (Qing Dynasty) while [NR] was set in the pre-modern (early republic) era. However, Producer Lee admits that filming a "modern era" [RB] would be extremely challenging and difficult.

A celebration dinner was held for the cast and crew of [NR] courtesy of TVB's Co-Chairman, Norman Leung. At the dinner, Norman addresses some issues highlighted by netizens including the "unfairness" from the Anniversary Awards. Norman explained that it is reasonable for [CBML] to win the best series award as it is the highest rated series of the year. He also explained that every award given out was based on appropriate scoring. As for Raymond Lam's surprise win for "Favourite Male Character" award, Norman reveals that it is not easy to choose between Raymond and Moses Chan. Similarly it was tough choosing between Wayne and Moses for the best actor award.

Wayne throws his support behind Raymond for winning "Favourite Male Character". Wayne explains that the audience loves Raymond and there's no benchmark for liking a particular character. He also praises Moses for having a good performance as well.

TVB's management executives, Stephen Chan, Virginia Lok and Catherine Tsang all attended the celebratory dinner. Virgina Lok explained that she dare not discuss contracts with Wayne and Sheren Tang before the awards to avoid reports of the two artistes exchanging contracts for awards. However, after the awards, she can talk contracts with the two two-time award winners. She hopes to use the the most sincere method to persuade them with lots of money as well as long-term contracts.

Virginia also notes that Sheren's manager is her long-time friend, Helen, so she would not try to take Sheren away from Helen unless Helen retires. As for Wayne, his manager is his wife - which according to Virginia, they already have a lifetime contract together.

Sheren admits that she is a little touched when she heard that Virginia is sincere in persuing her with money. Sheren adds that should her manager helen retires, she would definitely consider TVB first if she was to sign another long-term contract. Reporters asked Sheren if she will buy a house to reward herself for her win at TVB Anniversary Awards, but Sheren says, "financing a house is a punishment, not a reward!"

Source: Mingpao with translations by llwy12@ AsianFanatics.net

Growing Through Life

Cast:
Damian Lau as Hoi Leung
Raymond Lam as Hoi Sing
Bosco Wong as Chung Lam Tai
Cecilia Yip as Cheng Ming Chu
Zhao Ziqi as Fong Lai King
Toby Leung as Hoi Mei Sze
Lui Yau Wai as Ho Wai Sum
Song Wen Fei as Chuk Yiu Kwan

Total Episodes: 30 episodes
Aired Dates: August 9 to September 17, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 8.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 901

Synopsis:
Hoi Sing and his mother, Ho Wai Sum run a home appliance manufacturing factory. Hoi Sing's uncle, Hoi Leung wants to acquire their business at all costs. Leung is money minded snob who doesn't place much interest in family ties. Leung's wife, Cheng Ming Chu and daughter, Hoi Mei Sze try hard to help Leung mend ties with Sing and eventually succeed when they manage to convince Leung to put the acquisition of the business on hold.

Leung wishes to own the land of which the factory sits on and plants a spy, Fong Lai King in Sing's factory. To help her son and convince Leung to give up on acquiring their business, Wai Sum reveals to Leung a long-kept secret. To strengthen their business, Sing invites his friend, Chung Lam Tai to work with him.

Unfortunately for Sing, Lam Tai betrays him and sided with Leung. To add salt to the wound, Sing's fiencee, Chuk Yiu Kwan calles off their wedding. These unfortunate events indirectly forced Sing to be even more determined; forcing him to use bolder strategies and tactics against his family member.

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Note: This is a collaboration with CCTV (China)

The Mysteries of Love celebrates high ratings

The cast of The Mysteries of Love including Raymond Lam, Tavia Yeung, Kenneth Ma and Bernice Liu attended a celebration dinner in honour of the drama achieving high ratings. The final episode averaged at 38 points and peaked at 42 points.

Reporters teased Raymond and asked him to treat everyone to a holiday to Thailand but Raymond instead throw the ball to Kenneth. Raymond says he has treated the cast numerous times but Kenneth has yet to do so. On a more serious note, Raymond admits that he should be treating the cast and crew to a meal but that would have to wait till he completes his concert first.

The airing of The Mysteries of Love was plagued by plagiarism claims. TVB was accused of copying Japanese drama Detective Galileo which TVB denies but admits that there maybe some similarities. Raymond also shares that he is not sure if there will be a sequel as he has not heard of it yet from Producer Lau Ka Ho.

Tavia acknowledge that the ending for The Mysteries of Love is good. Should there be a sequel, she hopes that the story will be a new one.

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

The Mysteries of Love

Cast:
Raymond Lam as King Pok, Kingsley
Kenneth Ma as Lo Tin Hang
Tavia Yeung as Chui Siu Lai
Bernice Liu as Ling Man Ka, Nickole
Mary Hon
Lee Kwok Lun
Law Lok Lam
Chan Chin Pang

Total Episodes: 25 episodes
Aired Dates: May 24 to June 25, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 9.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 921

Synopsis:
King Pok (Kingsley) is the youngest physics genius of his generation. He returned to Hong Kong to accept the position of Associate Professor at Hong Kong University. King Pok's good friend is Lo Tin Hang, Senior Inspector of Police for Reginal Crime. Under Lo Sir's invitation, King Pok extended his help to the police and managed to slove numerous mysterious crime cases.

King Pok's assignment in police cases makes him cross path with policewoman, Chui Siu Lai. King Pok rationalises that he has fallen in love with Siu Lai because of a love hormone - phenylalanine. However, both Siu Lai and King Pok comes from different family backgrounds and social standings. Due to these factors, King Pok finds it difficult to manage their relationship problems with formulas.

Lo Sir does not believe in love and is always looking for sensual pleasures with women. He maintains a sex only relationship with Ling Man Ka, a journalist. When Lo Sir learns that Man Ka is getting married, his perception of love is shattered.

The Mysteries of Love is a love story between a university professor and policewoman intertwined with intricate theories of physics and set against the backdrop of crime cases.

Shall We State the Case Blessing Ceremony

TVB new drama, Shall We State the Case, held its blessing ceremony recently. Among the cast members who were present include Raymond Lam, Tavia Yeung, Kenneth Ma, Bernice Liu, Astrid Chan and Jack Wu. Raymond will once again be paired with Tavia. This is their third collaboration as a couple, the previous two were Golden Faith and Twin of Brothers. Tavia shared that she has always had a good working relationship with Raymond. Although this will not be her firt time portraying a couple with Raymond, Tavia shares that the feeling this time will be a little different. She explained, "Raymond and I have not been a couple for many years, recently he's more focused on being a couple with Linda Chung, but this time being a couple with him is a different feeling than in the past. I feel that he is more mature and stabled now. We both seem to have gotten so much older, we have a deeper and better relationship."

Reporters asked Tavia if she was worried that there will be rumours (about her and Raymond) but Tavia explained that rumours are inevitable. She assured reporters that she is immune to rumours.

Raymond was late to the blessing ceremony. He explained that he has gastroenteritis and diarrhea. "I am not sure if I had eaten expired food at home. I started having diarrhea yesterday and throughout the night too. I was feeling really unwell last night at the Artistes 88 Fund Raising Campaign (in support of Typhoon Morakot disaster relief ). I went to see the doctor and had an injection this morning," he clarified. Raymond also did not forget to praise Tavia, expressing that she is now very feminine and prettier.

Source: On.cc with translations by R.E.D @ Asianvn.com; Source: Oriental Daily with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Costume Fitting for new Raymond Lam-Tavia Yeung series

Raymond Lam and Tavia Yeung will be collaborating in new TVB series Shall We State the Case as reported earlier. The series will be based on Japanese drama series, Detective Galileo. Other cast for the drama series include Kenneth Ma, Bernice Liu, and model, Lisa S.

Recently, the blessing ceremony for the drama was held. Filming is scheduled to start before the end of this month.

Raymond will play the lead character - a Physics professor while Tavia plays his love interest who works as a police constable. Kenneth Ma will take on the role of Tavia's boss - a police inspector while Bernice takes on the role of Kenneth's girlfriend.

Kenneth's character is a renowned womaniser. Kenneth laments that he has no prior experience as a womaniser and joked that he would have to frequent Lan Kwai Fong more to pick up girls and gain experience.

Tavia, dressed in full police constable uniform at the event explained that he Mother is happiest that she gets to play a police.

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

Raymond Lam and Tavia Yeung collaborate in new detective series

Tavia Yeung (L) and Raymond Lam set to re-collaborate

Raymond Lam will be reunited with Tavia Yeung to film a new TV series for TVB tentatively titled 談情說案. Joining them is Kenneth Ma, of Man In Charge and Speech of Silence. Raymond and Tavia were previously paired in Golden Faith and worked together in Eternal Faith, Yummy Yummy, Heart of Greed, Moonlight Resonance, among others.

This new series will be a "sort-of" remake of popular Japanese TV series - Detective Galileo. Raymond will undertake the lead role as Galileo, a university professor who majors in Physics. Galileo believes that everything revolves around and has a connection to Science.

Raymond will be romantically linked to Tavia, who takes on the role of a criminal investigator. They will work as a pair to solve numerous criminal cases.

Raymond shares that he grew up reading detective novels. This will be his first time filming for the detective/investigation genre and it will be a new experience for him. However, Raymond disclosed that he has not watched the Japanese series before. "I don’t even have the time to watch the series that I have acted in, hence, time just does not permit me to watch other series." Raymond is not worried that audience will compare him with the Japanese actor, Masaharu Fukuyama who portrayed Galileo in the original series. In everything that you do, you will still be the subject of comparison, nevertheless, there are many differences, from the the scripts and plots to the actors and actresses with different portrayal of each roles and characters, I believe they are different altogether, explains Raymond.

This new series will also be the first time for Tavia to undertake a criminal investigator role. Tavia says, "This is a fresh new experience for me. The plot is also different, I certainly look forward to it." Tavia is not worried that viewers will compare this series with the original one. She explains that Producer Lau Ka Hou says that the series will also focus on relationships aside from the criminal cases.

Source: Oriental Daily with translations by Choccho @ AsianFanatics.net

Raymond Lam helps promote Orbis Campaign

Raymond Lam is the ambassador for Orbis Eye Health. He made an appearance in Kowloon to officiate the opening ceremony for Orbis' latest campaign - Orbis Pin Campaign 2009. Raymond shares that he is shortsighted but his power is not very high. As such he would choose not to undergo Lasik Surgery. Raymond also has the chance to observe how eye surgery is performed.

Raymond is currently busy rehersing for his upcoming Let's Get Wet concert at the Coliseum. Raymond also teased fans that he will make an appearance in an "airy attire" at the concert.

Besides rehearsing for the concert, Raymond is also busy filming. "I’m still filming, therefore, I am working-out moderately. But I do hope that by then I will be able to flaunt a somewhat Summer Feel to everyone. Moreover, this is a new experience for me having a show at the Coliseum, I’m pretty sure there will be surprises in store," explains Raymond.

Source: On.cc with translations by Choccho @ AsianFanatics.net

Explore Hong Kong and Xiamen with Raymond Lam

TVB's favourite child, Raymond Lam, was actually born in Xiamen. However, he moved to Hong Kong at the age of two. Although Raymond has travelled the world, Hong Kong and Xiamen remains close to his heart. Those two places rank high on his list of favourite places. TVB is currently producing a special documentary for him, 峯從那裏來.

Raymond hopes that through this documentary, he will get the chance to revisit Hong Kong and Xiamen and re-explore the places where he spent his childhood. Raymond will also dish out some tidbits about his love life, his family and his childhood memories. We will also get to learn about his career in television and music.

Raymond will visit famous foodstalls along Zhongshan street, which is near his old house. He will also visit his school friends and former teachers in North Point. Raymond has also invited some of his friends in the music industry, Jacky Cheung, Andy Lau, Moses Chan, Gallen Lo, Joel Chan, Lee Heung Kam, Raymond Chui and Linda Chung, among others, to share their impression of him.

Fans of Raymond should not miss the chance to watch this insightful documentary about their favourite idol!

Source: MingPao/Singtao/On.cc/TVB.com with translations by R.E.D @AsianVN.com

Raymond Lam endorses Malaysian coffee brand

Raymond Lam Fung visited Malaysia to promote local coffee brand, Alicafe, which he recently signed on as ambassador. At the press conference, reporters were interested in the amount that Raymond will be pocketing and asked him about it. The question caught Raymond by surprise causing his to spit out the coffee he was drinking mid-way. Raymond did not answer the question but instead looked over at the boss and gave him a smile. This led the reporters present to conclude that Raymond's endorsement sum is satisfactory and is rumoured to be around 7 figures.

Raymond will be having his first solo concert this year in June at the Hong Kong Coliseum. Raymond shares that the costumes for his concert are being prepared and they have elements of sexiness in them. Reporters asked if rumoured girlfriend, Linda Chung will be an invited guest at his concert but Raymond ignored the question. All he would reveal is that he will choose artistes that he has not collaborated with previously who are also his close friends.

Aside from planning his first solo concert, Raymond will also be heading to Shenzhen to film a 30-episode drama series and is working hard on this third album.

Source: Mingpao with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Raymond Lam shares his new year wish

Raymond Lam was a guest performer at a Horse Racing Course. He shared his new year's resolution, which is to have a smooth-sailing career. He also hopes to become a proud house-owner this year. Raymond explained that he will only be investing in an average priced house as he is still unable to afford any luxury properties.

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

TVB Review: We wish Raymond all the best, may he find his ideal house soon.

TVB stars weather the Global Economic Crisis together

The global financial crisis impacts everyone globally. There's no avoiding or escaping or running away from it. TVB had already laid off over 200 staffs and freeze the salary of those still employed. Hoping to remain united to weather the financial crisis, TVB launched a campaign, Spreading Hong Kong's Power [發動香港力量] to encourage and motivate the people of Hong Kong.

The campaign was attended by many TVB artistes including Liza Wang who was not feeling weel, and TVB General Manager, Stephen Chan. Most artistes present agree to take a pay cut for shows and appearances during these tough times.

Raymond Lam, who starred in Moonlight Resonance, does not mind having his pay cut by up to 30% and pledges to support TVB to the very end. Raymond said, "The most important is to let everyone know that TVB Artistes are worth to have, worth the money, to help the markets overcome this period, raising pay we all can talk about it. Actually the finanical crisis did not affect me too much because I don't understand investments, although I had always wanted to buy a luxury home, but I heard that the housing prices had been affected, I'm feeling quite contradicting."

Raymond's fellow cast member in Moonlight Resonance, Linda Chung, reveals that she earned more in 2008 but admits that she will be affected this year. Linda is not sure if her pay will be reduced but states that she is fine working for half her pay. "But this decision is made by my company," adds Linda. Linda also said that she's happy if there is work as she does not work for the money. "As an artist, I don't want to have no chance for exposure," Linda explained.

Star of current mega production, The Gem of Life, Moses Chan assures that if his pay was reduced he would still have enough. "Actually artists do hope for a job and an opportunity for collaboration, so that's why we all will ride out the storm together with the company," explains Moses.

Another cast of The Gem of Life, Bosco Wong shares that he still has job offers and his pay is still not reduced. Bosco who is yet to feel the impact says, "Increase or decrease in my pay has always been decided by my manager, I will need my manager to see if its necessary to reduce the pay or not, I will just listen to whatever is arranged."

Veteran artiste, Nancy Sit is worried about the current economy crisis especially after hearing the Chief Executive's address regarding the crisis. Nancy said, "The Chief Executive shouldn't say it like that, it might scare people. In the future I will work hard on my jobs, peacefully accepting jobs. Although the financial crisis did not affect me too much, but in the Chinese New Year I will be passing out lucky pockets, I already prepared $118,000 of lucky packets to pass out. Give some good luck, hope that everyone could spend the New Year happily."

Susanna Kwan, who appeared alongside Moses, Linda and Raymond in Moonlight Resonance, is relieved that she doesn't invest much. Susanna explains, "Luckily I didn't do any investments, my property is also owned by me, so there is no problem. Workload also had not been reduced. Up until now, my income is actually more than last year." Susanna also shares that health is more important and she may be taking a break to rest in the new year.

Source: Mingpao with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Charitable Raymond Lam is busy

Raymond Lam is one busy man. He had two functions to attend on the same day!

First up: Opening Ceremony for a new Gucci Store. Gucci recently launched a collection of handbags and clothes known as "Tattoo". The sales from the Tattoo line will be channeled to UNICEF. Raymond attended the opening of one of Gucci's stores. Raymond took the opportunity to contribute to charity by buying three bags at the event. The three bags (one for himself, the other two for his mom and sister) cost $40,000. Raymond is very charitable and also expressed his interest to sponsor a child.

Next up: Raymond attended the Shanghai World Expo 500 Day Countdown function. Bowie Lam and Liza Wang were also present. Raymond shared that he felt happy because he gets to perform at the same show as his idol, Jacky Cheung. Raymond expressed that he is afraid of embarrassing himself in front of Jacky. Reporters informed Raymond that his duet partner, Vincy, had earlier autographed her own album and gave it to Jacky as a present. Raymond quickly adds that he would do the same as "it is a sign of respect!"

Source: (1) Singtao, Takungpo, Tom (2) On.CC with translations by RaymondLam.org

Raymond Lam wins Best Actor at Asian Television Awards

Raymond Lam picked up the Best performance by an Actor Award at the 2008 Asian Television Awards for his performance in The Master of Tai Chi. TVB hosted a party to celebrate Raymond's success and fellow co-stars, Myolie Wu and Selena Li were in attendance. TVB executives Virginia Lok and Tommy Leung were also present.

Raymond said that this award isn't a consolation for him after losing out on the Best Actor award to Ha Yu at this year's TVB Anniversary Awards. Raymond explained that The Master of Tai Chi was aired very much earlier in the year, thus it wasn't fresh in the minds of Hong Kong viewers, unlike his other series, Moonlight Resonance and The Four. Raymond expressed his gratitude to TVB for submitting The Master of Tai Chi as an entry as the series features Chinese culture and historical background. It is also worth noting that Raymond is the first Hong Kong artiste to ever win an Asian television Award.

Raymond felt that the local viewers find it harder to absorb the deep storyline of The Master of Tai Chi thus resulting in poor ratings but is glad that the series does well in the overseas market.

Source: Raymond Lam Takes Asian TV Award - Batgwa

Raymond and Charmaine are winners at Yahoo! Buzz Awards

Raymond Lam and Charmaine Sheh are Yahoo!'s most searched TV artist. Raymond picked up the award for the Male category while Charmaine won for the Female category. Other TVB artistes who attended the Yahoo! Buzz Awards Ceremony 2008 include Linda Chung, Fala Chen and Bosco Wong.

Of late, many TVB artistes are branching out and venturing into the music industry. However, for Charmaine, she prefers to focus on her acting career. She will start to film Palace scheme (Lau Sam Ho) next February with Moses Chan, Michelle Yim, Susanna Kwan and rumoured boyfriend, Kevin Cheng. Charmaine explained that in the series, Moses' character likes her but her heart belongs to Kevin. Reporters then asked Charmaine who does she prefer in real life. Charmaine jokingly said, "I want both!" On a more serious note, Charmaine explained that she enjoys collaborating with Moses as he's a funny person and likes to joke on set, while any collaboration with Kevin will undoubtedly start rumours.

Linda Chung who picked up the award for Most Increase in Searches for a TV Artist, shared that she has many fashion brand sponsors after venturing into the music industry. The sponsorship allows her to have many different styles. Linda revealed that she would like to have a mobile phone sponsor. Reporters suggest to have her good friend Raymond Lam as her sponsor. Linda replied, "You guys ask him! I don't need one that is too expensive, unless its my birthday or Christmas!"

Source: Mingpao with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Fans moved Raymond Lam to tears

Raymond Lam graced the opening ceremony to kick start Christmas at a shopping mall. Raymond proudly informed the reporters present that it was his birthday on that day. "This is my last time having a 2 for my age, next year I will not be announcing my birthday," Raymond said. His fans, who knew that Raymond will be at the function, prepared in advance to celebrate his birthday with him. The fans presented Raymond with mini Birthday Buns (siew toh) and serenade their idol with a birthday song. Raymond was very touched by their sweet gesture and was in tears.

Raymond revealed that he would be celebrating with friends that night. They will be going for dinner together. His birthday wish was for him to break in to the music scene. He wants to be a versatile singer who can sing and dance. There were reports that TVB executive, Virginia Lok has her artistes pets whereby she favours some artistes over others. Raymond rubbished these reports as merely rumours, saying Ms Lok is fair to all. "She is very busy too but she looks after us well. She is a very efficient head," added Raymond.

Source:MingPao with translations by dragon888 @ AsianVN.com

TVB Anniversary Gala 2008

TVB celebrated it's 41st Anniversary on Wednesday, November 19th in typical pomp and splendour. It was held and Tseung Kwan O TVB City at attended by over 100 artists. Sir Run Run Shaw opened the show and was assisted by MCs for the night, Liza Wang and Carol Cheng.

TVB capitalised on the rumours surrounding rumoured couples and paired them up for performances. But these artists were very sporting and professional and took them all in stride. Among those paired up include Charmaine Sheh and Kevin Cheng, Myolie Wu and Bosco Wong, Raymond Lam and Linda Chung among others.

Wong Cho Lam, who recently picked up the award for Most Improved Male Artist, together with Johnson Lee and Louis Yuen paid tribute to the late Lydia Shum by impersonating TVB Golden Flowers.

The cast of Moonlight Resonance treated the audience to an anniversary sketch. The cast members - Lee Si Kei, Susanna Kwan, Ha Yu, Michelle Yim, Raymond Lam, Moses Chan, Bosco Wong were joined by Eric Tsang, Charmaine Sheh, Christine Ng and Myolie Wu on stage for the sketch. Although a script was provided, but it was not followed, thus even more hilarity ensues. There were chaos (of the good kind), lots of laughter and most importantly fun for everyone. Raymond, Ha Yu and Wayne had expected the worst and wore raincoats to protect themselves but Eric managed to smear cream cake on their faces.

One of the highlights of the night was big sister, Liza Wang, joining the young artists, performed a hip hop dance. An elated Grace Wong walked away with the biggest anniversary bonus of the night when she won HKD 120,000, while Shirley Yeung and Charmaine Sheh took Hkd 50,000 and HKD 25,000 respectively.

Source:

1. On.cc with translations by Matchbox @ mediachamber.net
2. Batgwa: TVB 41st Anniversary Extravaganza