S.H.E.’s Selina released new music video

Written by: imeisee @ CpopAccess.com

Three more days before the wedding of S.H.E’s Selina and H.I.M. surprised the fans with a song and a music video from Selina called “Thank you for loving me”.

The music video contains messages and pictures of Selina as she undergoes her treatment. The lyrics of the song are touching as the song expresses the gratitude of Selina to the people who supported her during these times.

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Wilber Pan: To be criticised is a good thing

The Taiwanese actor's win at the Golden Bell Awards attracted negative criticisms. Taiwanese singer-actor Wilber Pan's Best Actor win at the Golden Bell Awards last week, surprised many. This led to much negativity from the public, including criticisms like "the judges were blind" and "on what grounds [did he win]".  However, Wilber took it in his stride and remained optimistic, causing friends to call him "the male version of Lin Chi-ling" because of his high EQ.

During an interview on Oct 23, Wilber spoke of the criticisms thrown towards him. The actor let on that during filming, he could not cry due to the lack of experience. Then, the director chided him, saying that he could only be an idol. "I'm not afraid of being chided or tormented. This is a good thing; they motivate me towards my goal," he expressed.

Wilber added optimistically, "Those who criticised me probably never had the chance to watch Endless Love. Maybe this [win] will encourage them to watch how bad I acted in it. Maybe after they finished watching it, they'd think 'It wasn't that bad'. It's a gain for me if people watch my dramas."

In Endless Love, Wilber played a young man, who is looked down upon because of his humble origins. His character bore many similarities to his road to stardom.

"From the time I entered showbiz, I've been verbally put down. When I was a VJ, the director told me off. During Happy Campus, I was yelled at because I didn't know how to position myself. When I released my first album, people laughed and asked, 'Is the record label crazy?' During a screening for Happy Campus, reporters even asked, 'Why am I even here?' It's painful to hear that, but I've accepted it," the actor said.

Happy Campus producer Ke Yiqin, who had watched Wilber's performances over the years, came to the actor's defense, "His performance in Endless Love was natural and in character. Maybe the drama didn't stand out enough, causing many to question his acting. This doesn't mean he's not good."

Wilber had returned to Taiwan from China, and would be throwing a party to celebrate his win. The celebration is said to cost NT$200,000 (S$8,400). In addition, he will also be treating the production crew to a karaoke session.

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Fahrenheit appears in public as one

Source: Nextmedia
Written by: Zahra on 3/27/2011 @ CpopAccess.com

In the years they've been together Fahrenheit has had rumors about them disbanding, multiple times. And after news of Wu Chun not signing his contract, it's no surprise that the topic has been brought up again. However, the four members, Wu Chun, Aaron Yan, Calvin Chen, and Jiro Wang appeared together in Malaysia for a shoot for Canon -- officially dispelling the rumors.

During the press conference, Wu Chun jumped out to clear things up, "Perhaps it is because during our new years vacation the media has overblown the entire situation." According to reports they will become the new spokesmen for Canon and earn NTD$8 million and have guaranteed everyone that they will not disband.

Calvin promised the fans on site, "Fahrenheit will appear on the stage for those who need us, so no one needs to worry. Aaron, who has just released his newest album said, "It doesn't matter if it's for myself or for the group. I will always put in 100% effort."

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Wu Chun drops out of Absolute Boyfriend and remains without contract

Source: Nownews
Written by: Zahra on 2/22/2011 @ CpopAccess.com

It's recently been revealed that Wu Chun's contracts with HIM and Comic had expired at the end of last year and there are no signs of him renewing the contracts after two months. He has stated before that the reason he would stop singing would be for his father. While there have still been promotions for a Fahrenheit album release, all the work Wu Chun has done for it was merely to fill the last of the requirements of his contract.

It has also been leaked that Wu Chun has dropped out of both his upcoming series (Absolute Boyfriend) and movie (Summer Holiday 2) leading to many speculations of him preparing to leave the entertainment industry. As of present, Wu Chun has expressed when interviewed that he has thought about leaving. For his fans, though, he will not depart rashly. However, he will not be putting his whole heart into the entertainment industry in the future.

In the five years he has been in showbiz, Wu Chun has only been able to take a vacation on New Year each year. This has been making him feel ashamed at the neglect over his own family and has previously been made to think about working less and spending more time taking care of his father. Wu Chun's father also hoped that his son did not have to work so hard and go back to Brunei to led a simple life. Thus, at the end of his contract last year, Wu Chun moved back to Brunei, and has been there since.

On February 13th, the third branch of Wu Chun's fitness gym opened and when he was interviewed then, he finally revealed what he was truly thinking. "I have always said that if I was happy doing what I did, then I would continue. If I wasn't happy, I would return to Brunei. Everyone knows that the entertainment industry isn't the only thing I partake in. The company has discussed renewing the contact with me, but I have not made a decision on my future yet, so I've been pushing it off." Wu Chun also emphasized that Brunei is his true home. Seeing how happy he was at being home, he was asked whether he really hadn't thought about leaving the industry to which he answered, "I do want to a little because I really miss my family. Since coming back home, I have been very happy, but also feel a bit guilty because I didn't take good care of my father in the past and wasn't able to accompany him to the doctors for his back and legs."

Thinking about the past five years, he said, "I originally had a pretty good life, but I also had a sense of accomplishment when living a life where I could take care of myself. At the same time, that satisfaction was cut in half. The half I lost was spending time with my family and my freedom. I actually don't have much confidence in my acting, most of the force that pushed me was from my fans, so I won't speak of quitting so easily. I will continue working, but I require a lot of freedom and will only take on jobs I like." Regarding work in the entertainment industry, he said, "It requires sacrifice. I really cherish everything that I learned each day while working. It will be helpful in all the decisions I make in the future. Even if it will be hard, I will face everything with a positive attitude."

Could this really be the end of Fahrenheit?

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Selina Jen cried after drama director apologised

source: MSN Entertainment


88 days. That's how long it has been since S.H.E member Selina Jen was severely burnt in an on set accident while filming I Have a Date with Spring.

Selina recently broke into tears and hugged fiancé Richard Chang when she was told of I Have a Date with Spring director Chen Ming Zhang's letter of apology.

The director, however, is not ready to face the media yet. While directing his new drama Drunken to Love You, which features Joseph Chang and Tiffany Hsu, he was not seen anywhere on-set. He was suspected of 'directing' the drama in a van.

Selina's father also updated the public on the pop star's condition.

"The nurse helped Selina to change her dressing and helped her put on tights patiently. Although there were a few blisters, but the redness of the skin had gradually turned dry after the skin grafting operation," wrote Father Jen.
In other related reports, Selina is slated to hold a media conference this coming Thursday (Jan 20).

The singer is only allowed light makeup because her wounds were just beginning to heal. However, the confident Selina said "no makeup will be okay", but added that she would keep a distance from the media.

Selina would also be dressed in light sportswear, as her walk is still unstable, and her short hair would be covered by a hat.

It was also reported that the Vera Wang wedding dress, which was ordered before Selina's accident, had already arrived at the singer's home. Selina would be able to see it when she returns home.

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Fahrenheit shows no jealousy as they go their separate ways

Source: Chinatimes
Translated by: fufu @ CpopAccess

In regards to rumors about the group being on bad terms and news of them disbanding, Fahrenheit responds, “We’re used to it, so we might as well not respond. A group will always go through these sort of things.” It is a fact that the popularity of each member is different, but all four members express, “This is good competition. We will only know what’s good and bad when there is comparison.” They emphasize that they won’t be jealous of each other even when they work as solo artists in the future. Fahrenheit will be releasing their 4th album in August and after that, they will have only one more album left to complete their contract.

Wu Chun, the rising movie star
Wu Chun not only sings, stars in dramas and movies, but also owns a fitness center. Aaron Yan compliments, “He has his thoughts on things and is a person with principle.” Although Wu Chun loves to eat, he still manages to keep a fit body, but Jiro Wang reveals, “One time when we were promoting in Singapore, I asked him to save me two ribs, but in the end, I only saw leftover bones.” Just several days ago at their autographing session, when they spoke of food, Jiro made fun of Wu Chun, and called him a “pig” saying, “You pretend to be a ‘pig’ (play dumb) and swallow a tiger (this year is tiger year).”

Jiro and Aaron are the two who are most interested in music, and they plan to release an EP this year. Jiro will reunite with his five-member band, Dong Cheng Wei (東城衛), from highschool, “This was a promise we made in high school. We must stand on stage together.” He promises that he will introduce Dong Cheng Wei to the fans with the aid of his popularity.

Aaron learns Jazz theory and guitar
Aaron is currently working hard on learning Jazz theory and guitar, and is expected to release his solo album this year, containing five songs. Other members express their support: Calvin Chen says that he will be the MC at his press conference, while Wu Chun and Jiro want to attend as special guests to help promote. Furthermore, Aaron’s other wish is to obtain a driver’s license, “Everyone says that a boy cannot become a man without a driver’s license. I’m already 24.”

Calvin dreams of becoming a host
Calvin on the other hand, has recommended himself to TV networks to become a host. Wu Chun comments, “He’s a sunny boy that knows how to tell jokes, so hosting definitely wouldn’t be a problem. I hope that I can be on his variety show one day.” Calvin will give himself two years time to pursue his dream as a variety show host. He expresses that his pay is not an issue. In addition, he is open to talk about sex and/or hot topics such as scandals and rumors, “As long as it has been communicated with the guest and we both know what the limit is.” But gossips or hot topics both require the interviewer to press for, thus, Calvin replies that he would use phrases like “surveys indicate,” or “netizens want to know,” type of format to open discussions and not affect his guests' emotions while also keeping his viewers interested.

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Girls Generation Accused Of Lip-Singing In Taiwan

They may have dominated Korea and rocked Japan with their recent debut, but some fans in Taiwan were not too impressed with Girls Generation's latest appearance there.

According to a Taiwanese entertainment news channel, the popular girl group was speculated to have lip-sung during their second live concert in Taiwan on the 17-18th. The Taiwan Taipei Arena was jam-packed with 24,000 fans, demonstrating yet again how popular the nine-membered group is overseas.

The entertainment media source reported that although the music and members' voices continued to stream out of the speakers, when the cameras zoomed in on each of their faces, you could see that some of the girls weren't even bothering to lift up and sing into their mics.

The girls of Girls Generation don't have to worry too much though. It appears that they had fans that were more than understanding. Some expressed, "it's hard to sing and dance live" and "I doubt they were really lip-syncing!". Of course there were a bunch that were on the more critical side, saying "what a waste of money" and "why go see them in concert when you can hear the exact same thing on their CDs".

As for domestic fans in Korea, they can look forward to the group's comeback on October 29th.

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Jay Chou protects Yuhao from knife attack

Source: China News
Translated by: http://www.jaychoustudio.com

A few days ago Jay Chou was on "Student" with Yuhao and Devon, in it he exposed the fact that he once blocked a knife attack for Yuhao to save face and out of friendship.

Also once he was so irritated by the paparazzi he stepped on the brakes too quickly, Devon who was behind him bumped into his rear, the paparazzi laughed at them.

The presenter Matilda Tao asked him with interest: "Has Jacky (Wu) been in contact with you recently...." He smiled and said: "He talks to Vincent Fang more."

When they were recording, Yuhao expressed that once he was in the night market at Jilong playing video games. Suddenly a man with a knife rushed in, it looked like he was looking for revenge. Jay immediately stood in front of him, he stretched his arm across to protect him.

Jay then said: "I want to say I was the senior so I wanted to look a bit cool, what ended up happening was that guy pushed me out the way, he took one look at Yuhao, he said in Taiwanese 'not him' and left." Jay remembered that at that time he was really scared inside, but he did it to save face and for friendship.

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Jay Chou's new song 'Superman Can't Fly' premieres 26th of April on Hit FM; describes his 10 year journey

Source: Liberty Times
Translated by: http://www.jaychoustudio.com

Every move heavenly king Jay Chou makes stirs up excitement in the Chinese music industry, in 2008 when he released his album "Capricorn", he won the acknowledgement of 8 GMA nominations, he won 3 big awards, his results were great. After nearly 2 years of fans anticipation, Jay Chou is finally releasing his 10th new album in May this year, "Just want to listen to music Hit Fm online network" are premiering it worldwide, they will broadcast the first plugged song "Superman Can't Fly" from the new album on the 26th of April at 10 to share Jay Chou's latest work with all listeners, don't miss out!

Jay Chou wrote the melody and lyrics for the new song "Superman Can't Fly" as well as producing it, in a lyrical style he slowly sings about his 10 year journey. In the lyrics he mentions the phenomenon he has brought to society and music, he mocks himself for becoming the representative of good people and good deeds, he needs the greater public to review him and then naturally he can bring out his unique Jay humour style and make people smile, Jay Chou expressed "Generally lyrics that have some intent on being critical use heavy beats or rapping to package it up, but I'm using a lyrical style to give everyone a new feeling!"

The name of the song "Superman Can't Fly", mocks Jay Chou who doesn't have any special abilities, he only has a dream and persistence to make music! Who could have thought his songs could become educational material, every move he makes has become examples for society, every one is helping him count up the ratings, box office and awards, his image, expression, words and actions, even the cars he drives, the apartments he lives in, or his albums, what isn't top? Has his movies set new high box office records? All of it has been dug up and examined closely, for instance the lyrics say "Mother says don't take things too much to heart, it's just a sense of duty that finds me, I can't sleep.", he can't help but sing "At the end of the day am I a singer-songwriter or a representative for good people and good deeds!" Jay Chou expressed it's inevitable that you'd feel tired of a life like this, you need space to breathe, but the lyrics also reveal at the same time "Don't ask me if I've cried before, because superman can't cry!" He still displays his manly personality.

Jay Chou made a Jay style superman look to go with his new song, he gelled his hair back, wore a leather coat and put on a pair of sunglasses, he's cool but has an enchanting temperament, the bat mobile he has collected has also made it's official appearance with him, "Superman" plus "Bat mobile" creates a mixed hero style, such creativity.

The MV for "Superman Can't Fly" narrates a moving story about a "ordinary hero", it talks about an ordinary guy who has a kind heart, everyday he does something good, until a day when he meets the leading female, an exciting interaction. But this time Jay Chou is not the main star of the MV, but instead he sings the lyrics that match up with this moving story, Jay Chou believes this MV can encourage many ordinary people to have the courage to become heroes, create unlimited possibilities for society and themselves.

"Just want to listen to music Ht Fm online network" is leading the new music trend, in order to match the new song of the heavenly king, they are working with MusicRadio and City Fm, Malaysia's MY FM, Singapore's 1003, Canada's Chinese station, Los Angeles' AM1300 Chinese station to broadcast it globally, Taiwanese audiences should stick on Hit Fm at 10am on 26th of April, you'll be able to hear heavenly king Jay Chou's new single "Superman Can't Fly". For online listeners please go to hitoradio.com. Hit Fm online network, North FM107.7, Centre FM91.5, South FM90.1. Passionate PLAY, just want to listen to music!

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Rainie attacks Arena too vigorously, loses sleep every night

Source: Liberty Times
Translation: casablanca-- @ http://asianfanatics.net/

"Cute Princess" Rainie Yang successfully controlled the stage at the Taipei Arena last Saturday, showing her flexibility and ballet skills that awed her fans. Finally having achieved her dream, she was extremely happy, and her sugar high lasted her through the next week after the concert, causing her to lose sleep almost every night. Every time she closed her eyes, she would hear the beating of her heart, "and I could see the concert over and over again".

Shields her emotions onstage, feels elated inside
After a full 10 years, Rainie completed her fantasy of "A Wild Fantasy Concert" by rehearsing nonstop, ignoring rolled ankle injuries, and constant nightmares due to intense pressure. Before her opening, she also suffered from a heavy flu, and her condition was all over the place. It wasn't until her concert ended that she finally believed that her beautiful dream had finally come true, and could finally rest at home, but she couldn't even fall asleep! "Because I'm just too excited! I close my eyes and all I can see is the concert." She said that she was trying to hide her emotions while onstage, because she didn't want her fans to see her cry, but inside she had already cried many tears of joy.

Takes up role of special guest at Xiao Zhu's Hong Kong concert
However, after concentrating on her own concert, Rainie now has to work on her project as Xiao Zhu's special guest at his Hong Kong concert, and rehearse for her "Wild Fantasy Singing Selections" autograph and singing concert in May. Will she be sleepless as the special guest for Xiao Zhu's concert? She said, "Actually, no, because we understand each other completely." She remained tight-lipped about the program, and asked fans to wait and see.

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Viter Fan: Hit Cyndi twice, cheated on her? Surprised she wasn't a virgin at 17

Source: China Times
Translation: casablanca-- @ http://asianfanatics.net/

Viter Fan and Cyndi Wang started dating in 2000 after being introduced by director Zhang Zhuo Chi, but it has been a constant on-off five year relationship, fettered with many rumours. After their breakup in 2005, all their issues were laid on the table and brought to light, including their sweet moments, cheating, and reasons for their breakup. Their vocal-less fighting has been confirmed through all these rumours by both parties, with the exception of one: allegations that Viter would rough Cyndi around. Now, in an exclusive interview with China Times Magazine, Viter admits, "I roughed her around twice!"

On April Fools Day this year, Viter uploaded an old photo of an intimate scene with then girlfriend Cyndi on his Facebook, starting rumours a-flurry once again. In the limelight again due to his past relationship with Cyndi, he said that he posted the photo online to remember the best moments of the relationship, and to give it a beautiful ending.

Cyndi and Viter's relationship had been kept under tight wraps because at the time each excelled in their own piece of the world; one was a rising star in the acting industry, and the other the sweet princess of the music industry. However, after their five year relationship ended, all of their personal details about their life together was exposed to the world through news headlines when they started an epic drawn out fight over the pages of the newsprint. From how they started dating to Viter's cheating, then Cyndi's cheating, all of it ended completely with Viter's posting of a moment of sweetness in their tumultuous relationship.

To rumours that during their days of dating, they had unending arguments that led to Viter roughing Cyndi around, both parties never commented nor acknowledged these allegations through their publicists. Everytime this question arose, both of them would skirt around the issue.

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Loves fried chicken and bubble tea, G.E.M willing to gain 4 kg

Source: Liberty Times
Translation: casablanca-- @ http://asianfanatics.net/

Hong Kong singer G.E.M will be in Taiwan promoting her first album in May, and the Taiwan-food lover has already eaten 15 pieces of fried chicken during her 10 day promotional stay in Taiwan right now. Every meal, she drinks bubble tea, and will not stop even if she starts breaking out, joking that she has already considered moving to Taiwan, so that she can eat the wonderful food everyday.

G.E.M is enthralled by all the Taiwanese eats, and praises fried chicken and bubble tea as the world's best food and drink. After being in Taiwan for only 10 days, she has already gained 4 kg, "Taiwanese food is really super delicious, I have seriously considered buying a house here, heck, I'll move here, just to eat the fried chicken!" One of her company's artists, Charge Pu Xue Liang, upon hearing of G.E.M's love for Taiwanese appetizers, personally made spicy stinky tofu for his "younger sister" to try. However, she caught a whiff of it and said, "It stinks!" She reluctantly tried it, and exclaimed, "It's smells so bad, but it's very delicious!"

Exudes Hong Kong manga girl

Two years ago, a 16 year old G.E.M was releasing her first album in Hong Kong, and her vocal abilities caught the attention and praise of the likes of Eason Chan and Alan Tam. Earlier, she was captured in a Hong Kong manga, where her image was transcribed into manga form as the female lead, and will be releasing it's first volume soon, which will definitely break into the "zhai nan" market.

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Mainland China steals idols' fame, claims Wu Zun advertises circumcisions

Source: Nownews
Translation: casablanca-- @ http://asianfanatics.net/

Celebrity spokesperson fees often reach an outrageous 7 figure number, but if you "borrow their image", then it's free! Recently, netizens have found that a Mainland clinic has illegally taken Wu Zun's photo to advertise a circumcision procedure; and Hong Kong star Andy Lau's name has also appeared on ads selling salted ducks.

The more popular the celebrity, the higher revenue that their advertisements rake in. One of Mainland China's clinics found a liking to the well built, handsome and multi-talented Wu Zun, and privately attached his photo on the advertisements. At first glance, Wu Zun appears educated and professional with his glasses, but that image clashes with what he is promoting: a Korean style circumcision procedure. A blurb above his head states that it is "only 80RMB (360TWD)" to complete the surgery. Wu Zun was both angry and amused that his picture was used to advertise a procedure that he evidently did not agree to.

In Mainland China, celebrities' images being taken advantage of has happened so often it is considered the norm. Popular singer Andy Lau had similar occurrences. A 60 year old Andy Lau, who lived in the Mainland, sold salted ducks and sausages for a living, and had run his shop there since 1960. To protect his copyright, he used his own name to register the license, never imagining that he would run into a court battle with Andy Lau, who was suing him for reputation violation. The old man was very distraught, because his only error was having the same name as the huge star, and had to be involved in a court case.

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