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Monday, June 20, 2011

Isabella Leong’s sons meet their grandfather

Former actress Isabella Leong might have split from businessman Richard Li, but the latter had promised to take care of his sons' welfare, since they're members of the Li family.

Furthermore, the children's grandfather Li Ka-Shing misses them a lot.

Last week, the Hong Kong media reported that Isabella had secretly returned to Hong Kong and had met up with her friends.

While it was rumored that she brought her sons along with her, no one knew if that was true because Isabella did a good job of hiding her tracks.

Sunday, February 28, 2010

Isabella Leong Pregnant Again?

Saturday February 27, 2010 Hong Kong
Source:Hunan News
Translation: Matchbox @ http://illusive-sere....forumotion.net



Isabella Leong gave birth to Richard Li's son last April and named him Ethan Li Cheung Chi. Since then she has been mainly focusing on caring for her child. Recently a magazine exposed that she is 3 months pregnant again with their second child, even though she is not married to him. It claimed that Li Ka Shing organised her to stay in Hong Kong while she was pregnant and arranged specific meals for her in order for her to have a healthy baby.

Sunday, July 5, 2009

Richard Li, Isabella Leong Gives Birth; Li Ka Shing Names Grandson "Chang Zhi"

Source: Chinanews
Translated by Cmiley @ http://asianfanatics.net
Please link or credit properly if this is posted elsewhere.



Called By Xinhua on June 5 regarding his second son, Hong Kong's richest man Li Ka-shing confirmed that Richard Li and actress Isabella Leong were secretly dating a year and a half and now have been upgraded to become parents. Li Ka-shing personally named the grandson, "Chang zhi" .

Hong Kong media today reported that Richard Li; 42-year-old after more than a year ago and Isabella Leong had a rumoured scandal. At the same time, she and EEG Co. was under a contractual dispute. After struggling six months after the termination by mutual agreement, the matter she had been secluded. There were speculation that she was pregnant and was overseas getting ready for labor. It was only until yesterday that news has been confirmed that Richard Li has been promoted to senior vice president and a father.

On the 23rd of this month, Isabella will turn the age of 21-year-old. She was in Toronto and had given birth to baby boy weighing seven pounds by the end of April with Richard Li. Having natural child birth, both the mother and child were safe.

Richard Li said to the media that he does not intend to marry at the moment.

Isabella Leong's spokesman Lu also confirmed the good news. She was referring to Li and Leong had birth plans, the grandchild's grandfather has named him Li Changzhi. As for his English name, the father christened him Ethan."

Lu also mentioned the health situation of the mother Isabella Leong , "Isabella Leong chose natural childbirth. She was accompanied by Richard Li during the process. Everything went well, with the help of post-natal care from her mother, the recovery was very quickly. Even with the pro-breast-feeding, there has been no feeling of tiredness with the baby. Giving birth to a child, Isabella feels its a special gift. What makes her most happy is Ethan is a child that loves to laugh, has been making people show beams of smiles. As she has to concentrate on taking care of her new-born son, there are no plans for Isabella's comeback . "

Two Hong Kong media yesterday were able to get Isabella Leong and Richard Li's son's photo. It is a photograph of the family of three, sitting in a chair holding his son. Richard Li's hands were holding his son tightly with a big smiling mouth. Held by his father the baby's eyes were closed and mouth open showing with a face of having a sweet dream. The baby's face shape, head shape and short hair resembles Richard Li. As for post-natal, Isabella Leong seems to have gained weight, wearing patient clothing, hair tied back and was in good spirits leaning beside her boy friend smiling and overflowing with happiness.

The other photo was a single picture of the baby himself, left on the bed Ethan with an interesting expression and clear features.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Isabella Leong a few obstacles away from becoming a Li

Source: ChannelNewsAsia

HONG KONG : Macau-born actress Isabella Leong may have borne Hong Kong tycoon Richard Li his first son, but that doesn’t give her a passport into the prestigious Li family.

Instead, Leong, 21, has some obstacles to overcome before she can marry into the family, Hong Kong media reported.

Leong’s modest background and her academic qualifications are her biggest downfall. She dropped out of secondary school to help support her family. She was talent spotted and started modelling at the age of 12 before entering showbiz at 15.

This has created a disparity in educational level between her and the Lis, and they hope Leong will further her studies. Fortunately, the actress has already made plans to do so. Since taking a break from showbiz last year, she has travelled to the United States to learn English as well as to further her education.

The Lis are also hoping that both Leong and two-month-old Ethan will return to Hong Kong and stay at the family’s mansion. Not only will they be able to spend more time with their grandson, it will also give them the opportunity to get to know Leong and allow her to assimilate into their lifestyle.

Leong, who is now in San Francisco, has indicated that she will be returning to Hong Kong with Ethan to meet with the Lis. Richard Li, the chairman of Hong Kong telecom giant PCCW, added that he will be bringing the pair back at the end of the month, quashing rumours that Leong could settle in Singapore.

While the final obstacle may be out of Leong’s control - her compatibility with the Li family - the signs are positive.

According to a geomancer, Leong has nothing to worry about as her features indicate signs of prosperity and wealth, and this can only be good news for both her and the Lis.

Since giving birth to Ethan in April, Leong has been ‘rewarded’ with two mansions in San Francisco and HK$50 million in cash, totalling more than HK$200 million. The Lis have also thrown in an entourage of care-givers for the latest addition to the family. Ethan will have five bodyguards, four full-time nannies and a personal attendant assigned to him.

There has been speculation that a 10-digit pre-nuptial agreement is in place to take care of Leong’s future needs and also to prevent any “potential problems” that could arise in the future.

- CNA/fa

Isabella Leong and son not moving to Singapore after all,

Source: Yahoo! News

Hong Kong businessman Richard Li clarified that he has no plans for his girlfriend Isabella Leong and their son to migrate to Singapore despite earlier reports. Instead, the family would be returning to Hong Kong to meet Leong's family next month.

Li and Leong's relationship has remained low key because of the Li family's reputation and Richard's father, Li Ka-Shing, did not want his son to date a celebrity. The younger Li has never admitted to dating Leong.

Since Richard Li's mother passed away in 1990, the Li father and son have been at loggerheads. Richard has always opposed his father and never appreciated his father's help; the latter thus never poked his nose into his son's relationships. But to ensure Leong and their son are recognised, Richard decided to break the news to his father.

According to an insider, Li initiated a dinner date with his father two weeks after his son's birth to break the news. His relationship with Leong and her pregnancy was unknown to the entire family until then. The father was shocked when he first learnt about the presence of his grandson but was especially glad that it was a boy who could carry on the family line. The older Li supposedly requested to give the child his Chinese name.

The sour relationship between the Lis was thus somewhat resolved by the arrival of baby Ethan and the Li family is reported to be exceptionally doting towards the boy. Within just two months, Ethan is now worth billions and is cared for by 10 caregivers including five bodyguards, four full time nannies and one private nurse.

A source said, "Leong was fighting a lawsuit with Emperor Entertainment Group when she was dating Richard Li. Though the case was resolved outside court, he felt that he should make the announcement of the child's birth to give Leong and the baby their due security."

Correcting the news that broke last week that Leong and son will be moving to Singapore, her spokesperson said that the Li family is not rushing into deciding where to settle since the child is still young.

The spokesperson said, "They announced the news of the baby's birth to share the joy. Hope nobody jumps to conclusions based on that news. Isabella is now busy looking after her child and she has no plans for a major 21st birthday celebration. She will probably just have dinner together with Richard and their son."

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Richard Li and EEG out-of-court settlement; Isabella is free

Source: ON.CC
Translation: Wendy @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums


Isabella Leung and Richard Li developed a relationship that differed by at least 20 years 「忘年戀」. They started after EEG brought the 'lawsuit of the century' against Isabella. After dragging on for almost half a year, there was a breakthrough in the lawsuit yesterday when Richard Li and EEG agreed to settle out of court. EEG responds: "In the future, Isabella can do whatever she wants to do."

Isabella Leung, who is 20 years old this year, claimed that in 2001, when she was only 12 years old, she had to sign the contract to become a star so that she could support her family. After which, she came out with albums, filmed movies and commercials, bringing her fame and great achievements. Last year, when she shot Hollywood film "The Mummy 3", through matchmaker Michelle Yeoh, she met "Super Diamond bachelor" 「超級鑽石王老五」 Richard Li who is 22 years her senior. Richard left his then girlfriend, 羅愛欣, and started secretly planning to free Isabella. "Luo Kai love" 「洛楷戀」 was a heated rumor at the time, but Isabella was slow in responding making these rumors even more confusing. Early in the year, Isabella was seen shopping in brand name stores like a wealthy woman (闊太). It was also widely rumored that Richard invested money in starting a business to boost his 'little girlfriend' (小女友). Afterwards, Isabella flew to the US to improve her English to prepare for Hollywood and, later, to marry into a wealthy family.

Hearing scheduled for tomorrow

Earlier this year, Isabella's image changed from an 'innocent young girl' to a 'rebellious young woman'. All of a sudden coming up with many requests and even refusing to obediently follow her company's scheduled work for her. In March of this year, through a lawyer, she announced that she will no longer fulfill the company's contract. EEG spending a lot of energy and money, singlehandedly created her into the movie industry's newcomer queen. With these losses, EEG brought the lawsuit into the High Courts, suing Isabella for breach of contract and forbidding her to take on work that EEG did not schedule for her. It was rumored that Richard Li spent a lot of money to hire a lawyer for Isabella and EEG put together a group of top lawyers to fight against her. Because they had different reasons for suing each other, the case dragged on for over half a year. It was decided that tomorrow, the court will decide who will be the plaintiff and who will be the defendant.

EEG admits to settlement

Recently, there was a sudden development in which Isabella's side requested for EEG to settle out of court. This sudden progress can be said to be Richard Li's 42nd birthday gift (his birthday is this weekend). Yesterday, reporters contacted EEG's Artiste Management and Albums Department Manager Mani Fok to confirm. Mani confirmed the out of court settlement, saying: "Yes, but that's all I can say right now about the settlement. I can't reveal any details, that is one of the conditions of the settlement. In the future, Isabella can do whatever she wants to do."

Sunday, August 3, 2008

Isabella Leong in The Curse of King

The Curse of king (Mummy 3) was Isabella Leong's first step into Hollywood's movie world. The other night was the premier show at 仁濟 charity. Anthony Wong and Jessey Meng attended the premier without the big stars such as Isabella Leong and Michelle Yeo. Anthony Wong told reporter it was a good thing that they were not present, otherwise he would not be interviewed. Anthony praised Isabella that she is a very talented actress and her English is fluent. She can fight too. She is still quite young and she will do well . Anthony said Isabella has been in contact with him by phone.
The Curse of King has been in cinema in the United States. Since the premier in Hong Kong, there have been numerous comments about her performances. Some reported she has improved but her English is not as good as Michelle Yeo and Jet Li. The fighting scene was very sharp, but Michelle Yeo and Anthony Wong were criticized for not speaking proper Mandarin. Some critics said the film concentrated to much on graphics.



Remarks from Sherming Yiu : Isabella's English is fine. She had a big role in the film. Jet Li only really appeared at the beginning and at the end. In terms of fighting, the actors did very well.
Remarks from Janice Man: Isabella's acting skills and her English are fine, they came out quite naturally. Some of her fighting scenes are quite dangerous. I give her 80% still has room for improvement.


Source:MingPao/Wenweipo
Translated by:dragon888 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Monday, July 7, 2008

Joey Yung and Charlene Choi worried about Gillian Chung in America


Source : Mingpao
Translated By: Edward @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums

Joey Yung and Charlene Choi worried about Gillian Chung in America

Last week, Gillian Chung was accompanied by her personal assistant to Hollywood in America. Gillian is full of hope that she can revive herself and stop the downfall of her career in Hollywood, unfortunately luck is not on her side.
After she had landed in America, she lost her luggage in the airport. When she was in America she had been followed the whole day by the paparazzis.
Gillian's senior, Joey Yung expressed that she was worried about Gillian's safety in America. Gillian's partner Charlene Choi hopes that everyone will give another chance for Twins to work together again.



Joey Yung

Worried about her safety, her date of return is unknown

Joey Yung said in an interview with the reporters "I am surprised that Gillian was still being followed by paparazzis while being at such a far away place." (Had Gillian met with the Hollywood director?) "I am not aware of her progress in America. I am just worried about her safety. She will fight very hard and put in alot of effort while working."
(When will Gillian be back?) "I only talked to Gillian casually on the phone, I have no idea when she will return to Hong Kong. If she does not tell me, I won't ask either."



Charlene Choi

Lost her luggage, does not have clothes to change

Charlene expressed that she had contact with Gillian everyday but because of the time difference their conversations were not long. Charlene disclosed that Gillian lost all her luggage after she had had arrived at the airport. She says "The spare wardrobe only arrives on the 2nd day, Gillian does not have extra clothes and tolietries to use on her 1st day because she had lost all her bags when she arrived to America."
(Regarding Gillian able to go Hollywood for development, is it because Jackie Chan is helping her from behind?) "I am unsure, I only hope that I can have an chance to work with her again."
(Do you prefer earning China Money or US Dollars?) "I only want an chance to work with her again because I really love my job alot. I hope that we will last forever."



How about Isabella Leung?

As their identity is sensative they rejected talking about Isabella Leong

EEG had recently filed a charge in the American court to sue the American company that Isabella Leung is woking at. EEG had also applied for an order to stop Isabella Leung in participating in the promotions of her new movie "The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor".

The reporters asked Joey and Charlene regarding what happened to their junior. The response from Joey and Charlene was reluctant to speak of her. They both responded "Don't know, have no opinions and don't want to answer!"
(Not answering why she supports foreign movies and rejected local movies?) Joey Yung, "I don't know how to answer. I don't even have a movie job, I don't know what to talk about."

Charlene also said that she does not know anything and is unwilling to make a comment, she explained
"I am an artiste of EEG, Isabella is my friend its not convenient for me to give comments."
(Do you still have contacts with her?)
"Thats enough, I will not comment! I have a sensative identity, I won't discuss things that are related to law in public because I am not a lawyer and my comments might mislead people."

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Joey hints Isabella as a "traitor"


Joey celebrates her birthday early

During an interview with Joey yesterday, she commented that Isabella should stay in the asian market, where at least some people know her. By going international, Joey heavily hinted that Isabella was being shallow and a "traitor" to her own ancestory.

Wearing a uniform to attend the "Ronald McDonald House" function, Joey was surrounded by reporters and bombarded with questions about Isabella's recent speculations.

(What do you think of Isabella when she rejected Hong Kong reporters with an interview about "The Mummy 3"?)

"You guys (reporters) should speak english and pretend to be foreign media haha!"

(Do you think she went over the line?)

"No comment"

(She's only a minor character)

"Really? haha"

(If you ever entered hollywood, will you ignore us like Isabella did?)

"I would only extend myself through asia. I am asian, there are a lot of asians, I am happy to be here. Although I must say sometimes fate will lead me anywhere, I cannot be sure."

During the function, fans all rushed to donate in order to support Joey, and the fans club produced a gigantic cake to pre-celebrate Joey's 28th birthday, which will be on June the 16th. When it came to the candles, the situation became humourous because Joey cannot possible blow out all those candles.

"Haha is this a mischief? There's like saliva all over the cake after I blow like 20 times"

Joey will be in Hong Kong during her birthday, and she was excited EEG arranged her to do an advertisment in Japan just before so she can shop to her heart. When asked if should would celebrate her birthday with rumour boyfriend Meter chan, Joey expressed, "I don't know! I have a lot of other good friends haha". Joey also revealed that there will be a birthday party, and people like Charlene Choi will be invited. She also hope that presents from fans can be cashed instead for charity purposes.

Credits: Oriental Daily
Translated: Dengero @ Joeygalaxy

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Isabella Leung Decline’s All Questions from the Hong Kong Media


Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: kingkongit27 @ http://asianeu.net/forums/

Isabella Leung Decline’s All Questions from the Hong Kong Media

The Director of (The Mummy 3: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor) Rob Cohen accepted an interview in Hong Kong last week and revealed that Isabella Leung’s fiance is Richard Li Tzar Kai. This report had a huge impact on the paparazzi. Isabella was originally planned to do promotions and interviews for the media on the 15th of this month in Los Angeles. But due to avoiding awkward questions she had suddenly decided to decline all questions from the Hong Kong media.

Avoiding Rumour questions
Yesterday the media had received information from contacts that Isabella and Michelle Yeoh have cancelled all arrangements for accepting questions from the Hong Kong Media without giving any reasons. But other worldwide reporters will be allowed to ask questions as arranged. Reporters believe that Isabella is afraid of answering awkward questions regarding rumours about her relationship with Richard Li Tzar Kai.
Ever since the rumours were announced Isabella has never appeared in person. She was not seen for any promotion events for the recent Hong Kong movie (深 海 尋人) which she co stars in. Instead Isabella had been appearing in promotional events for the Hollywood movie (The Mummy 3). Isabella who became famous in Hong Kong has avoided all Hong Kong media and this had given a very bad impression of her being disloyal and a traitor.

Brendan Frazer Compliment’s Isabella
Although the 2 Chinese actresses had declined the Hong Kong media questions, lead role actor Brendan Frazer was extremely friendly and communicative. He accepted an interview yesterday in New York. When asked about how he felt working with Isabella he said "Wonderful, really wonderful. She is very confident, steady, well mannered and has a sense of humour. She is beautiful and cute. When I first met her I felt that she was very serious and quiet , showing a graceful posture. She is a very sweet young girl". He also commented on Jet Li who play’s the villain in the movie. He stated he was very happy to work with Jet Li and if there were no Chinese actors collaborated in this movie then this movie would not exist.

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Joey Yung Heavily Criticises Isabella Leung's Actions


Credits: The Sun
Translated: Dengero @ JoeyGalaxy
Posted by: Lena ♥ @ asianfanatics.net

Isabella Leung has recently created a wave of controversy attempting to dissolve her contract with the EEG. Portraying her contract as "unfair" and "unreasonable", yet refusing to specifically say why, even the normally calm Joey criticised her.

"She's having fun overseas while other artists have to answer her questions to the reporters. It is getting very annoying."

Arriving back from Beijing yesterday, Joey immediately rushed to the event hosted for "30hr famine". Having become their ambassador a few years ago, Joey had always been punctual, and explained her lateness due to a flight delay. The host Donald wasted no time and invited Joey to sing her first song, which was ironicly the most famous song of Joey's controvertial partner Denise Ho, "Wood Grain". Joey sang straight away without flinching at the suggestion, although relied heavily on the lyrics provided. Later she revealed singing the song was on purpose and was pre-determined, as a way to spike up the aura in the event.

Joey criticises Isabella for being unreasonable, and demands that she come back to Hong Kong to explain herself.

Being good natured and happy at the time, Joey did a face transformation and gloomed when asked about Isabella's latest attempt to dissolve her contract.

"Will she please come back to Hong Kong now and clearly state what she intends to do. Her blurry description of an unfair contract is indirectly and directly hurting our artists' reputations. How can she say she's unhappy and all, yet not come back! And this matter does not relate to me! Why do I always have to answer her questions! It is getting so annoying!"

(But Isabella said she wasn't happy with the things she had to do outside her contract.)

"What exactly are those 'outside things' she had to do?" Joey replied, but then immediately changed the subject.

"Why dissolve the contract all of a sudden? A contract is a contract. No matter your age, your proffession, once you sign a contract you need to stick with it. So now she just suddenly asks a lawyer to review her contract, yet she didn't do so for all these years (about 7)."

Joey also added, "I pay my own fees for my dancing lessons. I am doing it for my company, it is an outside thing, but ultimately I benifit from it"

(But dancing and singing is part of your contract. Is EEG requiring you to do anything outside the contract?)

"Every contract is different, I leave that to my lawyer. But the conditions are listed very clearly, for example the parties after the events, if I feel tired, then I dont need to go!"

(Isabella also claims that despite the contract ending, the conditions are still everlasting, what are your comments on that?)

"That's weird, a contract ending is a contract ending, how can the conditions go on? The claim is so blurry and unclear. Whatever it is, my contract is not like that."

(Isabella provides an example of "unreasonable conditions". Apparently her contract requires her to report her position to EEG every timeframe. Is it true?)

At this point, Joey became very emotional and answered, "Seriously, which job allows you to just go everywhere without reporting somehow where you are? This is responsibility, not a restriction. How hard is it just to say where you are? The whole company is hurt in someway, especially our manager Mani. As for Mr Yeung I don't really know if he is unhappy or not, but Mani definately is. All these years, all these efforts, and now Isabella is being unresponsible. I am trying to comfort Mani recently, I hope this will over soon."

Monday, April 21, 2008

Isabella Leung has Launched an Attack at EEG; How Do Other Artistes Respond?

Translated by: kingkongit27 @ Asian Entertainment Universe
Source: Mingpao

Isabella Leung has launched an attack at EEG; What other Artistes say?

Isabella Leung has officially announced an complaint accusing the company for asking her to sign an unfair and harsh contract while she was under age. Also stated how she was forced to do some things outside her contract that were extremely unreasonable. Earlier this month, Emperor Entertainment Group (EEG) had officially filed a lawsuit against Isabella Leung. Ordering to terminate all her work related to the entertainment circle until her contract with EEG expires.

Isabella spoke for the first time yesterday officially announcing a complaint and attacking EEG. She complained of the law suit and her contract details. The details including EEG claiming 40-50% commission from her earnings. Also how her management had forced her to do some unreasonable things outside her work contract. She claimed that she felt she was being used and this had caused her to lose trust in her management company.

Artistes being asked about the Case

Niki Chow : Stated that she has never done anything outside her contract. She claimed that if you feel something is unreasonable you can instantly say “No”.Before she signed her contract papers she had her lawyer beside her. She fully understands the terms and conditions of the agreement.

Gigi Leung: “Have not received or done any work outside of my contract. When I first got into the industry I did not have a lawyer with me while signing the papers. But I was very fortunate as my first record company “Fuk Lung” had always been supportive and never asked me to do anything outside my work contract. However I didn’t mind going to social events with colleagues”.

Paul Wong: “Everyone who says they are under some forced pressure has a different opinion about the situation they are in. “ When Paul first got in the industry he didn’t want to apply any make up but was forced to. He didn’t want to change into 7 different outfit’s for a photo shoot but would still go ahead as he no choice.

Fiona Sit: Fiona does not want to comment on Isabella’s case. But she has never had to do anything unrelated or outside of her work contract. Her Record company has not interfered with her dating. As long as it did not affect her work. However, she is very comfortable with her management as her Uncle manages her work.

Kenny Kwan: “The incident is being dealt with by the company. Isabella has not discussed this matter with me personally therefore I have no reason to comment. (Do you agree with Isabella about the company earning too much commission? ) “That question is different for every individual. I think it’s fair as I originally had nothing. EEG had invested a lot of money on me. “ (Would you say Isabella is a traitor?) Kenny states he hopes things will be resolved soon. Asked whether he has to do things outside his contract? “The company job arrangements are fair and reasonable. I have not had to do anything outside my work contract or anything unrelated”.

Ken Hung: Hopes that this incident will end soon and that everyone can continue with their normal lives. As a friend he will wish her the best but will not make any comments. “If I have a problem I will try to resolve the matters calmly by discussing over it. “ Ken proclaims he thinks the contract is fair because the Company had invested a lot on him and made him a star. Also while signing the contracts it was written in black and white and everything was fully clear.

Sherman Chung: She stated that before she signed the papers of her contract a company colleague explained the terms and conditions of the agreement very clearly. Her lawyer had also seen the contract and considered it to be very fair and reasonable. She also hopes this incident will be over soon and be peacefully resolved.

Isabella Leong Takes EEG to Court for Unfair Contract Terms


http://www.takungpao.com/news/08/04/20/UL-894193.htm
http://asianfanatics.net/forum/
translated by dee-lush

Emperor Entertainment Group earlier sued Isabella Leong for a breach of contract terms. The actress-singer had made no move until yesterday, as she took legal action against the company by requesting the courts deem the contract invalid, citing that the contract was unfair and that the commission taken from her earnings was too high as reasons. In regards to Isabella latest actions, EEG’s executive, Mani Fok refused to make any comment.

Meanwhile, Kenny Kwan, an artist managed by EEG, attended an event for World Vision’s 30 Hour Famine. The singer expressed that the case has been taken care of by the company’s legal team and that because he is not the person being sued, it is not his place to make a comment. In regards to the claims that EEG is taking a large percentage of their artists’ earnings as commission, Kenny believes everyone has their own views but he thinks that the commission taken by his company is fair because in the beginning he had nothing, it was his company that invested in him. About Isabella being called a traitor, Kenny expressed that he is only small character and so, cannot make any comments but he believes that everything can be solved peacefully.

On the other hand, Ken Hung hopes this issue comes to an end soon and wishes Isabella well. Regards to Isabella being called a traitor, Ken disclosed that when he had problems he had sat down and worked things out with the company. As for commission issues, Ken said he was not too clear about it but he thinks that it is quite fair because in the beginning, the terms were stated clearly in the contract.

Monday, March 24, 2008

Isabella Leong Rumored to be Studying Cinematography/Filming; Gillian Chung Meets Hollywood Producer to Plan Career

Credits: Serena @ http://asian-gossip.blogspot.com

Isabella Leong Rumored to be Studying Cinematography/Filming; Gillian Chung Meets Hollywood Producer to Plan Career

According to “Mingpao Weekly”, EEG artistes Gillian Chung and Isabella Leong are coincidentally both working towards developing a career in the west (US). Gillian’s image nosedived after her involvement in the celebrity nude picture scandal. With a dark and uncertain future, she is searching for other career directions. Isabella believes that love is greater than anything else. It is rumored that she took initiative to terminate her relationship with EEG and went to pursue studies in the US.

Lately, the rumors concerning Juno Mak and Gillian are spreading like wild fire. It includes rumors about Juno and Gillian partying wildly to celebrate Juno’s birthday on a small island overseas. But EEG denied that Gillian went overseas. According to “Mingpao Weekly”, Gillian was seen in the EEG office building. She went to meet Hollywood producer Elliott J. Brown who flew into Hong Kong just for the meeting. Gillian accepted an interview and joked about the rumor that she went to a small island in Greece with Juno. She also joked about coming back to Hong Kong from Europe after a HK$1 million shopping spree! The fact is that she didn’t leave Hong Kong during this time. She originally planned to pursue studies overseas but brushed aside the plans after the media closed in on her. Arrangements were made for Gillian to meet with Hollywood producers to plan a career. Mani announced that EEG is confident in Gillian that she would become even more popular after this incident dies down.

Isabella, who swore to never back down from EEG, was also rumored to be in the US. There are reports that she went to the US to take courses about filming and cinematography for half the year. It was rumored that Isabella’s tabloid boyfriend, Richard Li, made these arrangements for her. Isabella did not make any other public move after she issued a statement to the media retorting EEG. EEG and Isabella are standing their ground. According to sources, Isabella resolutely decided not to settle and make comprises with EEG. She does not want to pay compensation and is playing hardball with them. Her “yellow card” is proof that she wasn’t 16, the consenting age, at the time when she signed the contract with EEG. The contract’s conditions allegedly strip her human rights.

EEG’s assistant director of artiste management Ms. Cheng responded that she doesn’t have a clear understanding about Isabella going to US for studies. Ms. Cheng responded that she would not comment on Isabella terminating her contract.

Yesterday, on Juno Mak’s blog had pictures of him with director Jeff Lau at a party. It is believed to be Juno’s birthday party and Juno has returned to Hong Kong. He titled his entry “Fight for Freedom Wherever there is Trouble”. His title and entry seems to have an underlying message.

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Tired Charlene Calls for Juno to Stop Being Vague, Will not Comment on Isabella's Problems


http://ol.mingpao.com/cfm/star5.cfm?File=2.../saa01/maa1.txt
http://asianfanatics.net/forum/
translated by dee-lush

Gillian Chung, whose reputation has been severely damaged by the celebrity sex image scandal, has been organised to face the media again after her holiday. A soon as her management company, EEG, announced this, rumours immediately began to surface, with reports of her holidaying with her new lover, Juno Mak, going to Thailand to seek help from the White Dragon King and finally, some have said that EEG has decided to give up on her and so, have put her on holiday.

Yesterday, fellow Twins member, Charlene Choi attended the opening ceremony of the ‘3rd Annual Hong Kong Music Fair’. The actress-singer disclosed that she has been keeping in contact with Gillian everyday and that Gillian is yet to leave Hong Kong. In regards to the rumours of Gillian going to seek help from the White Dragon King, Charlene refused to comment and called for people not to keep guessing.

Due to Juno’s recent vague blog entries, many have been predicting that the two are currently holidaying together and that Juno has received a present from Gillian. About this, Charlene pleaded Juno to help out by writing in more detail on his blog, she commented, “If he could write in a bit more detail, hopefully people will be able to clearly understand it. Do not make people guess because I’ll have to do all the answering and it is making me tired!” On the subject of EEG telling Gillian to take a break, causing Twins to split, Charlene was asked if she will be recording the next album alone. To this, Charlene replied firmly that she will be standing strongly beside Gillian and will only begin music work when Gillian returns. Charlene then revealed that Twins are half way through recording their new album and so, Gillian is definitely not on ‘long leave’.

In concern with Isabella Leong suddenly disappearing after being rumoured to be romantically linked to Richard Li, son of Hong Kong tycoon, Li Ka-Shing, EEG has released a statement, which has been questioned by the media. When asked about this, Charlene refused to make any comment because she has not read any news reports on this but exclaimed that she has too many things to take care of at the moment and so, she cannot involve herself with Isabella’s problems.

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Isabelle Leung tells us nothing much in press statement


Isabelle Leung has been in the headlines recently for falling in love with Richard Li Tzar Kai, having her EEG contract bought out by him for 1 million, etc. Since news of that broke, Isabelle has been avoiding the media and keeping a low profile. She finally broke her silence late last night with a press statement in Chinese but made no mention of her links with Richard Li.

She stressed that NOT everything that Emperor Entertainment Group said over the past weeks was true and they never verifed it with her beforehand. “I hope that everyone will understand that this is a matter between me and EEG. I want to solve this amicably and have no wish to involve the media or anyone else.”

The “house” issue
“The media has falsely reported my accomodation. I do not stay in a building that I owned. I am only living in a unit in the building for the past 2 years. I moved out in July last year and am not living there anymore.” She didn’t clarify clearly and didn’t say anything more regarding other falsified reports.

Not leaving entertainment industry
Isabelle also hinted that she has no wish of exiting the entertainment industry, “I treasure my entertainment career….I sincerely hope that everyone will not see me differently after seeing all those falsified reports. In this confusing and difficult times, I hope to continue having your support and encouragement.”

EEG rebuked her statement, “What EEG has said over the past weeks are the truth, we are not responding to other matters.”

EEG had strongly denied reports made by Apple Daily newspaper on 12th March saying that Isabelle was rejected five times by EEG and not allowing her to visit her grandpa in Macau. They also said that she didn’t have a fixed holiday for the past eight years. EEG clarified that they have always been maintaining a good relationship with Isabelle and have never stopped her from visiting her grandpa in Macau. She also enjoyed her entitlement to holidays.

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Monday, March 17, 2008

Isabella Leong & Richard Li's Romantic Rumors Continue to Spread


Earlier in March, rumors spread that EEG artist, Isabella Leong was romantically involved with billionaire Li Ka Shing's son, Richard Li. The Li family is one of the richest and most powerful Chinese families in the world. Richard Li is the head of PCCW, the largest telecommunications company in Hong Kong.

A tabloid magazine ran headlines that Richard Li vowed to take care of Isabella Leong and her family for the rest of his life. Allegedly, he also vowed to pay over $10 million dollars (HKD) to extricate Isabella from her long-term EEG contract.

Although Isabella and Richard's rumors have been spreading like wildfire, Richard said to friends, "The rumors do not contain an ounce of truth."

However the story took a new turn yesterday. Allegedly, Li Ka Shing asked fellow billionaire friend, Cheng Yutong, to urge Richard to downplay his romance with Isabella. Reporters asked Li Ka Shing about the alleged romance between Richard and Isabella. However, Mr. Li refused to respond to any questions.

Since the rumors broke, Richard has become quite upset. Richard's girlfriend of two years, Rachel, who is of mixed Chinese-British descent, has also become the paparazzi's target. While attended a theater show, Rachel and her mother were stopped by reporters. Rachel said confidently, "These are rumors only. Please do not believe them."

How was Richard and Rachel's relationship? "Pretty good, like normal people." Rachel expressed confidence in Richard.

Source: Mingpao
Jayne

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Mani disappointed as Isabella Leung breaks off all communications


It was reported earlier last week that Li Ka Shing second son, Richard Li Tzar Kai was courting Emperor Entertainment Group female starlet, Isabelle Leung (梁洛施). The person who linked them together was Michelle Yeoh who plays her mother in the movie, “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor”. The media also claimed that the both of them had already been dating for six months even though their ages differ by a staggering 22 years. It’s speculated that Richard Li is planning to stake one million to terminate her contract with EEG. Isabelle has now broken all communications with her manager and company and relying on the lawyers as the middleman for negotiations.

Since that happened, her manager, 霍汶希 (Mani) has kept her silence and refused comment. She had hope that Isabelle would return soon. But she finally broke her silence and admitted that Isabelle is “hiding” herself and was hurt and disappointed at her behavior, “This is a big blow to me.” The reporter asked whether she will keep a distance from artistes in future? She replied, “No, to groom an artiste, you need to put your whole heart into it. Plus I never thought of asking for anything in return.” She ended by saying that Isabelle had potential and it will be a pity if she does exit the entertainment industry.

She joined EEG at the young age of 12 years old and was regarded to be someone with enormous potential having been groomed from young. In the aftermath of the Edison scandal, she was regarded as one who could bring a new lease of life into the industry. It’s sad that it has to end this way. She will probably end up as the rich wife of Richard Li if nothing else happens.

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