Maggie Cheung fighting hard to become TV Queen again

Thursday December 1, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Maggie Cheung previously suffered from thyroiditis and had to put her work on hiatus. In the recent year, she repeatedly appeared back in her maternal home, TVB, to shoot series. This year she depends on her role in Forensic Heroes III for the "Best Actress Award" and "My Favorite TV Female Character Award" nominations. Athough in 2003, she was already crowned TV Queen, she won't let the younger generation take advantage. In the series, she fights hard for a good performance, so she can seize the TV Queen title once again!

In 2003, Maggie won Best Actress for her role in The King of Yesterday and Tomorrow. Although she hopes to win again, but the major gain is to be able to challenge herself. She said: "It has almost been 10 years since I've been hanging on wires [for shooting]. In this series, I had many first time and felt like a newcomer all over again."

Putting all that effort in, of course Maggie hopes for it to pay off. She said: "Of course I have thought about getting awards, but this year the competition is fierce. (Is your goal to be TV Queen?) Of course I hope so! This is the driving force for me to go to work! (Who is your strongest opponent?) Each one of them are good, it would be best if we all get an award!" As for the TV King battle, she clearly couldn't decide: "Of course I'm supporting Wayne Lai! (He already got it twice though!) Then I'll choose Moses Chan. I'm currently shooting Ladder to Heaven with him, haha!"

Maggie Cheung’s Diva Attitude Led to Exclusion From “War and Beauty 2″

Sunday October 16, 2011 Hong Kong
Credits: to Jayne @ http://www.jaynestars.com



On October 1oth, the sales presentation clip for War and Beauty 2 <金枝慾孽 2> took place at TVB City. Bowie Lam (林保怡) and Charmaine Sheh (佘詩曼) decided not to film the sequel, however, Maggie Cheung (張可頤) surprisingly did not appear in the sales presentation clip either. Although not yet officially confirmed to appear in the sequel, Ada Choi (蔡少芬) appeared in a high profile manner at the studio.

Allegedly, Maggie Cheung had a costume fitting for War and Beauty 2 on October 4th. A Sudden Weekly reporter witnessed Maggie losing her temper while waiting for a makeup artist at TVB City. Leaving the makeup studio, Maggie called a TVB executive via her cell phone and complained, “How come no one is helping me with my make-up?” Even prior to filming War and Beauty 2, Maggie already possessed such a difficult diva attitude, no wonder she was kicked out of the cast!

Maggie Cheung expresses her dissatisfaction with Aimee Chan

Hong Kong broadcast station TVB is currently facing a dearth of leading ladies. That had caused them to invite former lead actress Maggie Cheung to make her comeback. The actress had been cast as the female lead in many of TVB's recent dramas.

Recently, while filming Stairway to Heaven, actor Moses Chan was said to have asked a producer to give his girlfriend Aimee Chan more screen time. This would turn Aimee's character from a minor role, to an important one in the drama.

Aimee's character would also have more interaction with Moses' character. An additional rape scene, which would have the audience pity her character was also added, making her character stand out more than Maggie's lead role.

According to an insider, Maggie, who is known for her good acting skills, was dissatisfied that Aimee had used Moses to gain more screen time.

"Maggie told the producer that she's the only one who can bring out the character and added that there should not be so much interaction between Moses and Aimee, because she plays a couple with Moses in the drama," the insider said.

Maggie Cheung executes Kenny Wong in rage

Saturday October 8, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Maggie Cheung and Kenny Wong were shooting for the 2012 TVB Sales Presentation series Legend of Empress Lu (tentative). That day, the scene was about the Empress (Maggie) executing Han Xin (Kenny). Having to hang on wires, Kenny expressed he almost couldn't breathe.

Maggie expressed she's not sure if she's actually going to be shooting this series, she said: "It is all unconfirmed. I haven't done a costume drama since 2004. Several years ago, I played Empress Lu before in The Conqueror's Story, but because the story focused on the men, I didn't have much part in it. If there is an opportunity, I do hope to play Empress Lu again."

Jacky Cheung talks about his scenes with Maggie Cheung Ho Yee: “Intimacy within limits”

Wednesday, February 25, 2010 Hong Kong

Source: Mingpao
http://www.mingpaowe...100226/mba1.htm

Translation: llwy12@ http://asianfanatics.net



The film <> is one of the opening films for the 34th annual Hong Kong International Film Festival this year. During an event yesterday, the film’s lead actor Jacky Cheung indicated that in the film, he does have some intimate scenes with actress Maggie Cheung [Ho Yee], but very limited. Jacky also revealed that his wife May Lo would not allow him to ‘go too far’ for the sake of filming a movie.

The 34th annual HK International Film Festival will take place from March 21st to April 6th . Yesterday, <> director Ivy Ho, along with the film’s stars Jacky Cheung, Maggie Cheung, and Paw Hee Ching attended a press conference to announce the film’s participation in the festival. The film’s lead actress Tang Wei was not present at the press conference due to work, however she will be attending the official opening ceremony and red carpet event next month.

In the film, Maggie plays the role of Jacky’s former girlfriend and Tang Wei plays his current girlfriend – Jacky laughs and indicates that in addition, he also has some intimate scenes with Maggie. He says: “The 2 of us have some intimate bed scenes, however rest assured that nothing happened!” (How about with Tang Wei?) “Even worse! Nothing [no intimate scenes] at all!” He revealed that he actually watched Tang Wei and Tony Leung’s <> only several days ago on pay TV. Asked about Tony’s steamy scenes with Tang Wei in the film and whether he would be willing to make the same ‘sacrifice’ for film, Jacky said: “I don’t have that type of courage…plus I don’t have Tony’s body or looks either.” Asked whether his wife May Lo would allow him to do such scenes, Jacky replied: “She wouldn’t actually say ‘no’ out loud, but I know in her heart she would not approve. Tony’s situation is different from mine – he is a full-time actor whose focus is almost entirely on acting, whereas I’m a singer [who occasionally does acting], so there is no need for me to go to such extremes. It has nothing to do with maintaining a certain image as a singer, rather it’s just that I have a second option for making money (singing).” Jacky also praised Tang Wei for being a very hard working and smart actress.

With regard to the ban on Tang Wei in China being lifted, which allows the film < to be seen in that country, Jacky expressed that he did not know about Tang Wei being ‘banned’ in China: “I heard rumors, but didn’t know if they were true or not; regardless, I am very happy that the film is allowed to be broadcast in the theaters in mainland China.” Asked if he would be going to China to promote the film, Jacky jokingly replied: “In terms of that [mainland promotion of the film], I’ll let Tang Wei take care of it!”

HK Film Awards Best Actress Paw Hee Ching, who plays Jacky’s mother in the film, says that Jacky has a humorous personality. When Jacky heard this, he playfully replied: “That means I’m very funny and silly!” As for Maggie, she indicated that both on the outside and within, Jacky is equally friendly and amiable.

Maggie Cheung passion for painting, contributes 2 own artworks at Arts Exhibition

Source: On.cc
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/



Maggie Cheung attended a painting studio exhibition by the Hong Kong Visual Arts Center to pay tributes to the painters of the 19th century. Turns out that she followed the original founder of the studio to study paintings around the world for half a year already. At the event, she contributed to two paintings that she personally drew herself, including a self-portrait and an abstract painting.

Maggie denied that she's living her life in luxury, she emphasizes that she is only spending a happy life of learning about art, successfully fulfilling her childhood dream, she is excited about that. Is her boyfriend painting with her? She said that he's only interested in appreciating the art, he has no interest in drawing.

Michael Miu & Maggie Cheung: 1 Take of a kiss scene is not enough

anslated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/



Michael Miu and Maggie Cheung were filming for a kiss scene last night. Maggie thought that the first take was too shallow, therefore she requested for a re-take. Michael also said that he only started doing intimate scenes with female co-stars after his comeback, but he's not afraid that his wife Jamie Chik will be jealous.

Michael and Maggie were in Sandy Bay beach in Sai Kung filming for new series "The Pride of My Husband", during filming, many passerbyers called out Michael's name as "Hau Gor", seems like "E.U." has been a big hit. Although Michael and Maggie both have a partner in real life, but during filming, they were both very professional. Before filming, they would communicate with each other about the scene for the best result. After filming the kiss scene, the two would be in a hurry to watch the playback, they felt that the first take was too shallow and even took the initiative in requesting for a re-take. Michael also highly praises that Maggie and him are a good match.

Maggie Cheung and boyfriend OB Tsang have no plans in getting married yet

Credits: Matchbox @ http://mediachamber.net

Maggie Cheung and Financial Risk Manager Tsang On Bong as known as (OB Tsang), although have been captured by the paparazzi's many times going shopping and having dinner etc but they still consisted that their relationship were just good friends. Yesterday evening, Maggie discussed about a magazine article capturing pictures of her and OB Tsang having dinner together. She was full of sweetness and changed her words by admitting OB Tsang was indeed her current boyfriend. She said "We have only been dating for a few months and have not reached the stage of getting married yet".

Maggie was asked why she did not attend the Premiere with her boyfriend OB Tsang? Maggie said "He is not from the Entertainment circle and is not used to going to this type of scene with many paparazzi's around". The magazine article indicated that both of them did not communicate the whole time they were having dinner. It was reported that their relationship may be on the rocks. Maggie said "There were paparazzi's outside the restaurant and camera flashes non stop. This made both of us very nervous and we didn't know how to respond. How can we carry on eating like normal?". The magazine also said that they both left in different directions. Maggie explained that was because she had to go and visit her parents, therefore they weren't seen leaving together.

Maggie Cheung and boyfriend OB Tsang have no plans in getting married yet

Credits: Matchbox @ http://mediachamber.net

Maggie Cheung and Financial Risk Manager Tsang On Bong as known as (OB Tsang), although have been captured by the paparazzi's many times going shopping and having dinner etc but they still consisted that their relationship were just good friends. Yesterday evening, Maggie discussed about a magazine article capturing pictures of her and OB Tsang having dinner together. She was full of sweetness and changed her words by admitting OB Tsang was indeed her current boyfriend. She said "We have only been dating for a few months and have not reached the stage of getting married yet".

Maggie was asked why she did not attend the Premiere with her boyfriend OB Tsang? Maggie said "He is not from the Entertainment circle and is not used to going to this type of scene with many paparazzi's around". The magazine article indicated that both of them did not communicate the whole time they were having dinner. It was reported that their relationship may be on the rocks. Maggie said "There were paparazzi's outside the restaurant and camera flashes non stop. This made both of us very nervous and we didn't know how to respond. How can we carry on eating like normal?". The magazine also said that they both left in different directions. Maggie explained that was because she had to go and visit her parents, therefore they weren't seen leaving together.

Maggie Cheung Ho Yee's gender becomes neutral

Thursday August 7, 2008 Hong Kong
Source: Wenweipo
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Yesterday, Kelly Lin (林熙蕾), Maggie Cheung Ho Yee and F.I.R along with director Mak Siu Fai and Ma Wai. attended Anges B. Spring Collection Fashion Show. Recently Kelly Lin and Daniel Wu (吳彥祖) started rumors, the two were photographed in a resturant in Taiwan having a meal together, last night Kelly said that the two have known each other for 5 or 6 years, they just bumped into each other. There is no chance for any further development. She said: "We don't pinky swear, it was just the angle's problem. Each time he comes to Taiwan, he doesn't necessary come find me." She also expresses that she doesn't know Daniel's girlfriend, Lisa S., she only knows that she's a pretty girl. Asked if she would have a secret meeting with him? She said: "If I'm going to meet, it would be with a group of friends. If others have a heart to write such stories, they would write it."

Maggie Cheung doesn't usually appear in a graceful and neutral look, she smiles and said that her outfit may have scared her boyfriend, "because he likes girls who dress femininely." Asked when she goes out with her boyfriend, does she let him carry her purse? She said loudly: "No, that's too mushy!" But she said not just her boyfriend, other male friends would be a gentlemen and offers to carry the shopping bags for her. Recently Maggie has lost some weight, she laughs and said that she has stopped eating candies and microwaved foods, although she hasn't checked how much weight she lost, but she has been wearing smaller sized pants.

Maggie Cheung will return to film series if there is a good script

Credits to NewsFrontier @ http://newsfrontier.blogspot.com



Maggie Cheung and Christing Ng have attended a promotion event of a skincare product yesterday. Wearing a white gown,Maggie Cheung's face seemed to have a bright countenance glowing with health. The reporters asked if she is nourished by love? Maggie smiled at them sweetly. Speaking of her relationship with boyfriend,Maggie revealed that they are going well together. Maggie whom was taking a long leave because she was ill have told the media that she has already recovered. She also revealed that she is still having "Qi-gong" treatment and needs to go for the treatment every 10 days to recuperate for a better health.



Asked when will she return to film TV dramas,she revealed that many companies in mainland China and Hong Kong have invited her to film,she will only consider to make a comeback when there are good scripts. Right now,Maggie said that she will focus more on filming commercials. Asked if she will seperate with her boyfriend if she has to work in mainland China? Maggie said "Its not a problem if we are in 2 different lands,i might not really film in mainland,maybe i will remain in Hong Kong to film."

Maggie Cheung Ho Yee Focus on health and resist Implants

Maggie Cheung Ho Yee and boyfriend attended the "Cool Umbrella Harbour City Fashion Show." Maggie Cheung said she will be using pads to enhance her appearance. She will be using it for a advertisement. She would like to keep fit and eat healthy and have a healthier appearance. Reporters asked if she considered implants, She said, " My size (bust) is average, I believe being healthy and strong spirit is more important." Maggie Cheung shared her umbrella design. Asked if she will seize the opportunity to buy a umbrella and have a stroll with boyfriend. She said, I have friends that come over to my home and forget to bring there umbrella, also I want my friends to hold my umbrella for me."

Source MingPao
Translator GnYont @ http://www.asianvn.com/

Maggie Cheung responds to rumours about her getting engaged this year

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


Maggie Cheung attended the “Father's Love face @ Harbour City” press conference yesterday. There had been recent rumours that Maggie and her Financial analyst boyfriend will get engaged later this year. Maggie wore a low cut dress and appeared very happy. Although she denied the rumours she was smiling a lot. “You can see how I’m currently feeling as it’s written all over my face”.

Yesterday it was also Maggie’s fathers birthday. Her father was at the event but kept a low profile and watched her from the top floor of the shopping mall. Maggie stated that she will celebrate with her father by having a meal. When asked about the rumours of her and Financial Analyst boyfriend OB Tsang getting engaged this year, she replied by saying that the rumours were too over the top and weren’t true. In fact she is focused on her career now and has many work opportunities. (Asked if she was dating?) Maggie expresses that they just get on well together and currently just good friends. She hopes that the reporters do not continue to make up random stories about them as it may ruin their friendship. (Asked if they have an chance to date?) “I am single and he is single. But it will all depend on fate. If I have fate with someone then there will always be chances”.)

(Do you have the urge to get married?) “Many people will get to the stage where they are ready to get married but it depends on timing. Due to not acting in drama’s for awhile I had opportunities to meet new friends outside the entertainment circle. (Asked why she appeared so happy discussing about her good friend?) “You can see how I’m currently feeling as it’s written all over my face. I am happy and have nothing I’m unhappy about. But we are just good friend’s please don’t get the wrong idea”.
Maggie had sent a text message to her good friend informing him of the inconvenience of the reports. But she claimed that even he was surprised by the rumour and joked “Really, I proposed to you? I don’t think so”.

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Additional Translation from Mingpao

Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianeu.net/forums
Source: Mingpao

Maggie Cheung denies Engagement, Sweet Talks about Boyfriend

A magazine reported that Maggie Cheung and a finance scholar OB are secretly dating for 3 months and already got engaged. Yesterday, Maggie Cheung attended the "Father Loves Face" function at Harbour City. Maggie had a spring look at the event, although they only meet up like friends, going out to dinner with friends, watch a movie, like usual, nothing special. But she denies that the rumors of being engaged, but when OB is mentioned she would smile, her voice would become sweeter and switch to Mandarin in her replies. This shows that she likes OB, so reporters asked her if she and OB would have a chance to develop their relationship, she did not dare to say so, but said： "Currently I am single, he has not gotten married yet, will let fate decide. If there is some development, I will let everyone know."

Asked if OB fulfills the requirements that she is looking for in a spouse? She said： "We both studied in foreign countries, we have many topics to talk about and we share our interests." Speaking of OB has a background with some wealth, she said： "I also came from a single parent family" She stresses that she and OB are just friends, do not misunderstand. Is this romance too much of a blossom, so need to protect? She reveals a sweet smile, said﹕"the seed came out, but has not sprouted yet."

Maggie Cheung Recovers from Illness and Goes Back to Work

Maggie Cheung Ho Yee is currently filming a real estate property program, 《更上一層樓》, for TVB. Maggie has to film 2-3 days each week for the program. Since she often visits luxury properties, she has benefited greatly from the experience.

Although joking that she can not afford to purchase a luxury house, Maggie said the 3 month filming experience made her extremely happy. Meeting an interior designer on the set, Maggie will utilize the designer's skills for future purposes.

What kind of dream house was Maggie looking for? Maggie said that the property should have a good front and back view, as well as views of the sky, mountains, and oceanside.

Did Maggie intend to move to the mountain peak? Maggie laughed and said that living at the base of the mountain will suffice. If her goal were the mountain peak, then she would have to work harder.

During the filming of the program, Maggie realized that Hong Kong's receding coastline was very unattractive. She hopes that the government will prohibit further coastline construction projects.

Maggie appeared to be quite thin and her face was a bit swollen. Maggie recovered from her thyroid illness and she no longer had to see the doctor and take prescription drugs.

Due to Maggie's recovery, will she be filming a television series soon? Maggie indicated that she has not filmed for a series yet. However if a good script were available, she will "risk her life" for it. She will also have to gauge TVB's sincerity in whether they will offer her a grand production or representative script.

Regarding her dating life, Maggie said she was only "romancing her work." Did Maggie have any pursuers? She smiled and said she went out with several men who met her criteria.

During Maggie's 2 year rest period, there were rumors that she was pregnant. "That's humorous! Congratulations then!" Maggie's younger sister gave birth to an adorable baby in November 2007. Since Maggie's dating life was uncertain at this point, [she will not be having children anytime soon]. Thus she will likely become the baby's godmother instead.

Will Maggie be able to handle a script with a sullen, intense script? She said she can handle it and clarified her illness was not a result of filming "Everlasting Regret" 《長恨歌》. Instead, Maggie's thyroid illness was a result of many years of work stress. Putting behind the past, she hopes to feel happier.

Source: Takungpao, Wenweipo
Credits : JayneStars