Fala Chen and Bowie Lam attend Watch & Jewellery Exhibition

Fala Chen and Bowie Lam attened the Emperor Watch & Jewellery Exhibition in Macau. At the exhibition, both Fala and Bowie wore diamond accesories with more than HKD 2 million. Fala revealed that she has selected a few sets of jewelery for TVB's Anniversary Awards happening this Sunday, December 5. However she is undecided on which set to wear as she has to pair it with the outfit, which she has not chosen yet. Fala joked that she may not appear in a revealing and sexy evening dress as her priority lies in the "beauty" of the outfit.

There were several complains that Fala's character in No Regrets took a long time to die. Her death was stretched over several episodes. Fala explained that the storyline is such to emphasize on the romance set within the backdrop of the Sin-Japanese war. Nevertheless, Fala is open to suggestions and opinions from viewers, whether they are positive or negative. It is noted that the ratings for [NR] is not as high as the ratings for Can't Buy Me Love, Fala admits that the ratings may have been affected by the unfavourable timeslot, but fortunately the audience are able to follow the seiries online.

Bowie Lam is nominated for Best Actor for his role as Ho Cheung Hing in Sisters of Pearl in the Asia TV Awards, which will be held on December 9th. Bowie is grateful that he is able to make it into the Top 6 but adds that he treats every award the same. Bowie shared that he watched foreign TV series to increase his self-worth. "When I first started shooting The Gem of Life, I didn't really know how to approach the role, so was constantly watching different types of series, always learning," explains Bowie. Bowie admits that a more superior series is usually aired around the time for TVB Anniversary Awards. He also notes that he would be very happy if he wins at the Asia TV Awards afterall, it is "Asia TV King!"

Source: Mingpao with translations by aZnangel @ AsianUniverse.net

Sisters of Pearl

Cast:
Jessica Hsuan as Chu Bik Ha
Kiki Sheung as Chu Bik Wan
Macy Chan as Chu Bik Lam
Bowie Lam as Ho Cheung Hing
Michael Tao as Hung Yiu Sang
Joyce Tang as So Lai Sheung

Total Episodes: 28 episodes
Aired Dates: May 3 to June 6, 2010
Time Slot: Mondays to Fridays, 8.30pm
Channel: Astro Channel 901

Synopsis:
Chu Bik Wan, Chu Bik Ha and Chu Bik Lam are three sisters whose family owns a flourishing jewelery business. After the death of her husband, Bik Ha decides
to move back home with her son. Her real intentions are to take over the family business from under the management of her elder sister, Bik Wan.

Bik Wan knows of Bik Ha's intentions and to control her sister, Bik Wan asks her husband Ho Cheung Hing to create troubles for Bik Ha. Unfortunately, Cheung Hing does not adhere to Bik Wan's orders and instead secretly helps Bik Ha to overcome her obstacles. Bik Wan then realised that Cheung Hing still harbours feelings for Bik Ha.

Bik Lam, the youngest of the three sisters, is still attending school and is not matured enough to handle the complicated family issues. She felt even more helpless when So Lai Sheung turned up at their door step one day and claimed to be their father's mistress. Lai Sheung claimed to be pregnant with their father's child.

Feeling unsure of the truth and out of respect for their father, the three sisters agree to allow Lai Sheung to stay with them. Bik Ha then discovers that Lai Sheung is merely a tool of her cousin, Hung Yiu Sang, who is out to seek revenge from the Chu family.

Joyce Tang expresses compatibility with Michael Tao

The filming of new TVB drama Pearl on the Palm continues and is heading towards the home stretch. Michael Tao and Joyce Tang filmed a scene. They had fun working together and could not stop joking around, making the collaboration enjoyable and effortless.

Joyce expressed that she is happy working with Michael. Michael takes good care of Joyce during filming as he is buddies with Derek Kwok (Joyce's rumoured boyfriend). They filmed on location under hot weather. Michael feels that his right side of the face makes him looks good so Joyce stood on the left. Joyce joked that she is very compatible with Michael. "of course I'm only talking about being compatible in terms of camera angle," she clarified.

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

Jessica Hsuan and Michael Tao films explosion scene

Jessica Hsuan and Michael Tao were filming a scene from new TVB drama Pearl on the Palm in Sai Kung. The scene they were filming revolves around Michael saving Jessica from an explosion, but Michael was hurt. He was "stabbed" in the back by a piece of wood. Michael and Jessica went to an abandoned house to pay ransom but it was a bomb trap. As a result from hurting his back, Michael's character will be paralyzed from this accident.

The crew prepped the scene well, applying all necessary precautions to prevent any accident from happening. However, Jessica was accidentally hurt when a wooden box fell to the ground. The box contains props for the bomb and burnt the edge of Jessica's foot. Jessica was in pain and her ankle was swollen.

Pearl on the Palm will wrap up filming at the end of the month. Michael reveals that they have another scene which involves fire which they have not filmed yet. Jessica shares that she will be taking a break after she completes filming for this series. Jessica says, "Last year I already said I would take it, but Bobby Au Yeung told me to participate in A Pillow Case of Mystery II, so I did! This year I'm not gonna film anymore! Actually I arranged a trip with my old classmates, but because of the news on H1N1 Influenza, I am a little disappointed! Because the old classmates brought their kids along too, we planned it all and now I'm not even sure if there will be another chance to make the trip work out!"

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

Joyce Tang gives birth with the help of Bowie Lam

Bowie Lam and Joyce Tang were filming a scene for new TVB drama, Pearl on the Palm. The scene revolves around a pregnant Joyce who was kidnapped by her ex-husband, Brian Wong. Bowie had to save her but in the process, Bowie accidentally killed Brian. And to complicate matters further, Joyce start to have labour pains and has to deliver her baby immediately. Bowie has to help her with the delivery.

This scene is the first time ever Joyce had to deliver a baby in a drama. It is also a challenge for her as she has to "give birth" in the middle of nowhere instead of a proper hospital bed. Joyce explained that the crew had prepared a doll to be used as her baby and the doll has a long umbilical cord attached to it.

Joyce shares that she will be heading to China after filming for the drama wraps to release a Mandarin single. However, the single will not be available in Hong Kong. Joyce note that if the single was released in Hong Kong, probably no one would buy it. Joyce actually started her career as a newcomer in a singing contest but until now, she has not released a single.

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

Jessica Hsuan seduces Bowie Lam for Pearl on the Palm

Jessica Hsuan, Bowie Lam, Kiki Sheung, Joyce Tang and Macy Chan attended a promotional event for new TVB drama series Pearl on the Palm. The female cast showcased sponsored jewellery worth tens of millions of Hong Kong dollars. Although not pictured, Macy Chan's jewellery set is said the be the most expensive, valued at HKD 5.5 million.

Kiki Sheung wore a black pearl ring costing approximately HKD 100,000. She loved the ring so much that she asked the owner for a half price discount on it. To her surprise, the owner agreed and a deal was struck there and then!

Kiki jokingly said, "Since the ring was so cheap at half-price, I decided to purchase it. I am not concerned that I will purchase more items impulsively." Reporters asked Kiki if she will wear the black pearl ring during filming of the drama series, but Kiki did not give an affirmative answer. Instead, she said, "Earlier, I wore my own pearl necklace while filming as well."

Bowie shared a little bit of the storyline of the series. Jessica will be a seductress in the drama, and she will be seducing Bowie. Kiki Sheung make up the third point of the triangle and the trio will be embroiled in a love triangle.

Jessica shared that she will be taking on a villainous role and her first attempt at playing an antagonist. Jessica said that her character will have to portray inner turmoil and mental struggles, as such the scenes will require more attention.

Source: Mingpao with translation by Jaynestars.com

Pearl on the Palm Costume Fitting

Of late dramas centered around the theme of family disputes are doing remarkably well. Take a look at the success of Heart of Greed and Moonlight Resonance. In fact, Moonlight Resonance achieved the highest ratings ever for a TVB series. The success of these dramas also boost the popularity of the dramas' actors. Susanna Kwan was successful in her role as Sai Kai in Heart of Greed while Michelle Yim snagged the Best Actress Award at TVB 41st Anniversary Award for her role as Hung Yi in Moonlight Resonance.

It is natural for TVB to want to milk this cash cow. The next new drama to be centered around this theme is called Pearl on the Palm (掌上明珠) with cast including the talented Jessica Hsuan, Kiki Sheung, Michael Tao and Bowie Lam.

Pearl on the Palm will see Jessica taking on the role of the antagonist, her first "baddie" role in her 17 years with TVB. The story revolves around the tale of three sisters fighting for the family wealth, set amidst the jewellery business in the 60s. Jessica will play one of the sisters together with Kiki Sheung and Macy Chan.

The producer of Pearl on the Palm, Lam Chi Wah clarifies that it will not be the same as TVB's mega production (but flopped)The Gem of Life. He says while The Gem of Life is centered on business conflicts, Pearl on the Palm will be focused on the disputes within the family.

Source: Hkheadline, Pics: On.cc with translations by Matchbox @ mediachamber.net