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· Bryan Ke
Tony Leung shares advice for artists while receiving honorary doctorate in humanities
Hong Kong actor Tony Leung was awarded an honorary doctorate degree in humanities by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) over the weekend. Leung, 62, was among four recipients of honorary doctorates in various fields conferred at the university’s…
· Bryan Ke
‘The Goldfinger’ star Tony Leung crowned best actor for 6th time at Hong Kong Film Awards
At the 42nd Hong Kong Film Awards, the film “The Goldfinger,” starring legendary Hong Kong actor Tony Leung, clinched six wins, while “A Guilty Conscience” bagged the coveted award for best film. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Film producer believes Hong Kong film industry is ‘going downhill’
Film producer Debbie Lam believes that the Hong Kong film industry is on a downward trend, as the industry sees a significant drop in the number of films produced in recent years. Key points:
· Bryan Ke
Tony Leung, Faye Wong reunite in rare photo taken almost 30 years after ‘Chungking Express’
Hong Kong actor Tony Leung recently reunited with former costar and Mandopop singer Faye Wong, prompting many fans to wax nostalgic about the two’s time together onscreen in “Chungking Express,” released nearly three decades ago. What happened: A photograph of the two stars…
· Carl Samson
Tony Leung wins lifetime achievement award at Venice Film Festival
Hong Kong actor Tony Leung received the prestigious Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement award at the 80th Venice Film Festival on Sunday. What he said: Leung, 61, was presented the award by Taiwanese filmmaker Ang Lee, who described him as “a director’s dream.”
· Isa Peralta
Break up with your partner using this NewJeans x ‘The Powerful Girls’-themed PowerPoint
A unique PowerPoint presentation featuring NewJeans and “The Powerpuff Girls” has gone viral on social media. About the presentation: On August 4, D Story, a “team of designers and storytellers based in Hong Kong,” shared a video of the presentation on their Instagram page.
· Bryan Ke
Simu Liu drops music video for his heartfelt song ‘Don’t’
Simu Liu has released the official music video for his latest music single, “Don’t.” What to know: The “Don’t” music video features black and white melancholic visuals. It also shows the 34-year-old “Barbie” actor playing the piano, a skill he has showcased on his Instagram…
· Daniel Anderson
NewJeans team up with Tony Leung, Jung Ho-yeon, the Powerpuff Girls for new MVs
K-pop girl group NewJeans released their sophomore mini-album “Get Up” on Friday. About the mini-album: “Get Up” features a total of six songs: “Super Shy,” “New Jeans,” “ASAP,” “ETA,” “Cool With You” and “Get Up.”
· Bryan Ke
Filipino couple holds lavish ‘Crazy Rich Asians’-inspired wedding in Singapore
A Filipino couple went viral after the bride’s sister shared a video of their lavish wedding, which was inspired by the hit 2018 movie “Crazy Rich Asians” held in Singapore. Key details: The video was uploaded to TikTok by user @marygolezmf on Tuesday and has already received…
· Ryan General
Top 20 must-visit landmarks in Asia
Asia, the world’s largest continent, is home to diverse cultures, delicious food and stunning landscapes. Since one of the best ways to explore and experience the beauty of Asia is by visiting its iconic locations, we’ve put together a list of several landmarks across the…
· Isa Peralta
Cilantro, intestines and pig’s blood?: Here’s how Pizza Hut Taiwan decides on its viral toppings
Pizza Hut Taiwan is no stranger to controversy, having sold everything from durian mango pizza and tonkotsu “ramen pizza” to chocolate-crusted pizza topped with Oreos, popcorn chicken and calamari. The fast food chain’s infamous limited-time offerings, however, are not just for…
· Editorial Staff
Grandmas have wholesome encounter with Tony Leung at Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay
Two senior women were surprised to see Tony Leung “casually” walking around Singapore tourist attraction Gardens by the Bay. On Saturday, TikTok user Jaden Lim (@jaden.physio) posted a short clip that shows pictures he took while walking around Gardens by the Bay with his…
· Isa Peralta
Lee Jung-jae: ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 to begin filming this summer
Production for the second season of Netflix’s “Squid Game” will start this summer, according to series star Lee Jung-jae. In a recent interview with South Korean publication Ilgan Sports, Lee, who plays series protagonist Seong Gi-hun, shared that filming might take less than a…
· Iris Jung
Tony Leung gains 1.5M followers within a day of joining Douyin, greeted by ‘Infernal Affairs’ co-star Andy Lau
Tony Leung was met with a warm welcome by his fans and fellow Hong Kong actor Andy Lau upon joining Douyin. The beloved actor and singer, 60, created a Douyin account on Monday. He is also active on other social media platforms such as Instagram.
· Daniel Anderson
Trailer: Jeon Do-yeon is a single mother working as an assassin in Netflix’s ‘Kill Boksoon’
Netflix has released the first trailer and a release date for “Kill Boksoon,” which stars South Korean actor Jeon Do-yeon. Jeon plays Gil, a professional assassin and single mother trying to balance her life as a killer while raising her teenage daughter.
· Ryan General
‘The Wandering Earth II’ earns $69.7 million on first day of Lunar New Year
“The Wandering Earth II,” the highly anticipated prequel to one of the world’s top films of 2019, had a strong opening to mark the first day of the Lunar New Year. The sci-fi film, which stars Wu Jing and Andy Lau, earned $69.7 million at the Chinese box office on Sunday, based…
· Isa Peralta
Wong Kar-wai x Heaven by Marc Jacobs capsule collection salutes the director’s most iconic movies
Fans of iconic Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar-wai can now show their appreciation for his most beloved titles by wearing Marc Jacobs’ latest drop. Heaven by Marc Jacobs, a direct-to-consumer line from the American design label, is now selling a capsule collection of ready-to-wear…
· Bryan Ke
Lee Jung-jae says ‘Squid Game’ resonating with viewers is ‘hugely sad’
Lee Jung-jae, who plays Seong Gi-hun in the hit Netflix series “Squid Game,” admitted that although he is grateful to be part of the show, he finds it worrying that viewers consider its dark themes to be relatable. “I’m happy about it, of course, but it’s bittersweet,” the Emmy…
· Bryan Ke
Lee Jung-jae to earn $700,000 per episode of ‘Squid Game 2,’ local reports say
Insiders have reportedly shared that “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae, 49, will receive 1 billion won (approximately $700,000) for each episode of the show’s second season. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, is also expected to earn big for Season 2, which will have a 100 billion Korean…
· Isa Peralta
Tony Leung meets ‘Squid Game’ director Hwang Dong-hyuk, sparks Season 2 casting rumors
Tony Leung fans were shocked to see photos of the veteran Hong Kong actor with "Squid Game" director Hwang Dong-hyuk, instantly sparking Season 2 casting rumors. On Sunday, actor Carina Lau shared the first set of photos of her husband talking to Hwang on her Instagram. "Ready…