Sonjia Kwok and Steven Ma in series 7 Days in Life

TVB new series 7 Days In Life will be premiering next Monday (1/24th). At yesterday's promotional event for the series, Sonjia Kwok and ex-rumored boyfriend Steven Ma were an extreme match. During the games, the cast had to choose a partner through a drawing, Steven drew Sonjia and the two did a performance where they acted like they just met. Later, Patrick Tang and girlfriend Katy Kung did their performance, where they had a superficial kiss. Katy just used her hand for the kiss.

In the series 7 Days In Life, Sonjia encounters several new challenges, she and Steven's kiss scenes, fighting with Koni Lui for her boyfriend and even had to jump off the building. Asked if she's worried that there will be bad terms rumors again with Steven? She said: "The shooting for the series is already completed, there won't be any more gossips." Also, she hopes to seek a boyfriend, reporters suggested to her that Moses Chan is a 'deal'. Sonjia laughed: "A deal has nothing to do with me, and there are rumors that they (Moses and Bernice) are reconciling! I don't want to have any more rumors, just want to focus on my work."

Steven expressed that the series is scheduled to air during the Lunar New Year, the long break will affect the ratings, but he is already used to these things. He also reacted to the producer giving his opinion, hope the series he's currently shooting Thunder In the Forbidden City can broadcast at a good period.

Patrick expressed that many people misunderstood that he and Katy Kung 'sparked in love' during the shooting of 7 Days In Life. In fact, they met at a public event, he felt that Katy was pretty cute, so they kept in contact by phone and later started developing a relationship. Asked if during the Lunar New Year, will he be going to parents' place to send new year greetings? Patrick said: "My family has already met Katy, they feel that she's full of spirit and cute, I will also go visit her grandparents." Katy expressed that her parents will be coming back to Hong Kong for the Lunar New Year, her father already prepared a big red envelope for Patrick.

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU

Selena Li and Steven Ma in Thunder of Forbidden City

Steven Ma and Selena Li were in Kowloon City shooting outdoor scenes for TVB new series Thunder of Forbidden City. In the series, the two have quite a bit of love scenes. As the series has already started shooting for over a month, Steven frankly said that he has to fight and speak his lines at the same time, so it has been difficult, he said: "This time for this series, filming has been difficult. Tomorrow on Winter Solstice, Christmas, and New Year's Eve, I have to work in the studio, no choice! Sacrifice the little me, let other colleagues make some money. I hope married people can spend the holidays with family, this year's holidays I'll take it, next year I won't

Steven was asked if he'll be getting married year? He said: "I don't know! This year there's me here to handle it all! (Getting married next year?) Not yet! Leave it to fate!" He frankly said that he can work through any holiday, but Lunar New Year he must get a break because there is special atmosphere for the Lunar New Year.

Praises Kenneth Ma a good guy

As for Selena Li, she expressed for Christmas she doesn't have anything scheduled and if she has an opportunity she will go to a party. She said: "To me, Christmas is very important to me, it has the most love. (Have you found your lover then?) There is a pursuer, but not official yet. Within the upcoming year, we will keep it stable first." Asked if she hopes to 'fish a tortoise'? Selena said: "Of course I hope to find someone that is stabled financially! Women who already have children, chances of making money is reduced, but I will not choose a partner based on money. Dating someone who is too rich, first it is too troubling and second we both have different values. Tried before, got to know before, just doesn't match!" When speaking of her co-star Kenneth Ma have always been said to be a good guy, asked if she would consider him? She laughed: "We won't! I hope to find someone outside of the industry, I must say Kenneth is a good guy, but not good for me."

Steven Ma and Fala Chen shooting series Thunder of the Forbidden Palace

Recently Steven Ma has been busy shooting for new series Thunder of the Forbidden Palace and was very happy to find out that his series with Fala Chen Links to Temptation is replacing Gun Metal Grey 9:30pm time slot. Steven said: "Although I'm covered with cuts and bruises from shooting Forbidden Palace, but when I heard my series is going to air soon, whatever pain I have I can survive!" Steven is also not worried about the broadcast time slot of the series because a good series will have audiences' support no matter what time it is.

In the series Links to Temptation, it is Fala's first female lead role, she said: "I love to partner up with my brother (Steven Ma), he has always loved me and can keep secrets. I would usually tell him my concerns and what's on my mind." Fala wishes her brother gets the TV King title this year: "It would be best if we could both win together for Ghost Writer!"

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU

Steven Ma as Guan Gong in Back To The Three Kingdom

Lately, I have no interest whatsover in TVB series because those few series aired have no dramatic flavor in them at all. Even that series “Can’t Buy Me Love” that is so overblown by everybody; to me, it is merely a farce, a resplendently packaged farce, that’s all. I choose to only watch the sitcom, Someday, because it has an outstanding pairing of Teresa Mo with Wayne Lai, along with Louise Lee, Crystal Tin and Aimee Chan, as well as other characters who all have much room to showcase their roles. Moreover, the content is on everyday living and real life related. This is my cup of tea! 　

TVB anniversary is coming up soon, and the programs sector has come up with a huge collection of new series. Among them that caught my interest is “Back To The Three Kingdoms”《回到三國》. I have also seen Steven Ma’s makeover as Guan Gong. Ma Zai (Steven) seldom has this kind of looks in a series. He looks very handsome and great (play on his name Chun Wai (浚/俊偉)) and also very impressive looking. Don’t know if TVB will truly produce “Back To The Three Kingdoms” as a series or not. As to this annual sales presentation, TVB always comes up with fresh ideas to attract commercial sponsors. If “Back To The Three Kingdoms” is truly a story on The Three Kingdoms, then much effort must be put into a good script, and must also have a larger investment, and go to Mainland China for outdoor scenery. But I believe Hong Kong does not have this capability to film “The Three Kingdoms”; nevertheless, hope Ma Zai has the opportunity to perform this kind of roles.

Ma Zai is a very special kind of artist in TVB. He can perform in non-mainstream series, and moreover, can effectively grasp the core essence of his characters in the series. Like the character of Pu Song Ling, who is an unfamiliar character to us; that he could portray him so brilliantly shows his skill. He does not especially fight for the tv king title, but he should have this opportunity.

eta: Song Jie (爽姐) is a veteran reporter/columnist of Singpao.

Source: singpao.com2010/10/16
Credits: steven-ma.org
Translator: Tamaya @ AsianFanatics

Steven Ma likes to see Carrie Ng's Sexiness

Steven Ma invited Carrie Ng who had not made a public appearance for a long time to be the guest of TVB program "Apprentice Chef". He happily expressed that Carrie's sexiness has always captured his heart, greatly praising that her sexiness is very natural, time has not left any traces on her body.

Skilled at cooking, Carrie rarely appears in public lately, working for several years, she expressed that she loves the simple days the most. She also said that if there is a chance to collaborate with Steven, then that would be good. The best would be playing as police officers, she's the head, sitting in the office cracking cases. As for Steven, he would be responsible for the operations, less outdoor scenes would be the best for her. The more the two chatted, the more exciting it got as they hoped the scriptwriter would write a romantic love relationship. Speaking of older sister brother relationship? Steven laughed: "I do hope this type of love exists!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU

Hong Kong beautiful Linda Chung has a flat chest

Steven Ma and Linda Chung were promoting TVB up coming new series "A Watchdog's Tale" at the Olympian City" yesterday. Steven was worried that viewers may complain about him in the series. He told reporter "I play the role of someone who uses foul language, in particular, I often tease and make fun of Linda Chung's figure. I was worried that it may get censored, but it was not cut." Steven revealed that he had used the phrase like "flat chest" to describe Linda, but it was not meant to put woman down. This is the role he plays and he hopes viewers treat that as a comedy.

Talking about the dispute between TVB and the record companies, Linda said "I am not familiar with the way a company operates. I am not hoping to increase my chance of winning an award because of the dispute. My record sales have been good this year, I have reached "Golden" status last week. My song was top of the chart even before the dispute. I am very confident of winning an award in the future and I hope this dispute will be resolved soon"

Source: MingPao
Translator: Hokkien128 @ http://www.asianvn.com

Steven Ma buys pink bra for Tavia Yeung

Tavia Yeung attended a promotional event for an undergarment brand at Causeway Bay yesterday. Both models who only wore undergarments, Liz and Bambi stole the limelight from her. Tavia Yeung disclosed that there was once when Steven Ma went to USA for stage performance. He bought a lot of leopard pattern bras for her. “I told him I wanted middle size. He really bought the right size! (Is it because he always observes you?) Maybe yes. It seems sweet if a boyfriend accompanies his girlfriend to choose bra. But I cannot accept if they buy for me.” When Tavia Yeung passed by the road whereby there was an accident of acid water bullet, she was nervous and used the promotional brochures to cover up her head. However, she denied that she was afraid. “Normally when I’m walking on the street, I will try to walk in sheltered place.”

Source: on.cc
Credits: Jessie's Blog

Steven Ma likes to eat leeks

Steven Ma was in the studio recording "Starry Kitchen" yesterday. He revealed that he likes cooking in the kitchen when he is free, and he has done some research in cooking with Chinese medicine as ingredients. He is planning to write a book about it and intends to make a request to the company for him to host a cookery programme.

Steven smiled and said when he told master Chow that he likes to eat leek, Master Chow said he is a smart guy. Leek is also called "yang from grass" and it is good for the kidneys. Master Chow teased Steven that he is "up" everyday in front of the reporter. Steven was embarrassed. The reporter asked if he had cooked that for his girl friend, Steven said he had cooked for many people such as Fala Chen, Tavis Yeung and Linda Chung, who all have tasted his cooking. Fala even praised his cooking skill, and she wants to move to live nearer to him.

Steven disclosed that he doesn't particularly want to look for a wife who is a good cook. He would rather her helping out with washing the dishes after dinner. He said "I know a lot of my female friends who don't know how to cook. When they said my food was delicious, I was so proud."

Source: Wenweipo
Translator: R.E.D @ http://www.asianvn.com

Steven Ma & Fala Chen Filming in Sam Shui Poo

Steven Ma and Fala Chen were filming a late night dating scene for "Transferred Connection of Temptation"in Sam Shui Poo. In order to create a romantic effect, the director had arranged to use man-made rain, and it had attracted mosquitoes to the scene. Steven and Fala quickly became dinner for the mosquitoes. Their arms and thighs were red from the mosquito bites. Although they were spraying bug spray on non-stop and rubbing on ointment, it wasn't enough stop the itchiness. As the water vehicle was making false rain, it started to rain. The scene was finally completed after a couple hours of feeding to the mosquitoes. Steven said, "Luckily we have such a big crew to take care of us. I hope that the series will film smootly. We are not afraid of hard work because facing a beauty like younger sister (Fala) can be considered as happiness found in pain (苦中有樂)".

Credits: hyn5 @ http://hyn5-hyn5.blogspot.com/

Steven Ma's marriage is not far away

Steven Ma recently said on on his blog that he has found his love. Getting married and having children is what he has always hoped for in having a happy life. He said "As long as it's true love then that's good. Thats enough". He also stated that recently many of his friends have got married and he can feel their happiness.

In addition, he met 2 fortune tellers by coincidence and discussed about his future. The 2 fortune tellers both said that he would get married next year or the year after. After hearing this Steven felt very happy. He asked them who he would get married to? Both of the fortune tellers said that it would not be a ex lover but are certain that this person will be love at first sight. Steven is looking forward to it.

Source: On.cc
Translated by: matchbox @ http://illusive-serenity.forumotion.net/

Steven Ma Has Not Signed TVB Yet

Steven Ma, Fala Chen, Kenny Wong, and Timmy Hung were spotted filming their first outdoor scene for "Transferred Connection of Temptation" in Tsim Tung. The cast and crew had a little blessing ceremony to wish the filming process to go smoothly. During the break, Steven was comparing heights with Fala. Fala was wearing high heels, so although he stuck out his chest and sucked in his stomach, Fala was almost taller than him.

The reporters asked Steven if he is discussing contract renewal terms with TVB, he said, "The company has already handed me the new contract, but we are still in the process of discussion".

Although Steven did not officially sign the renewal contract, he has already started to film a new series. He says, "The contract is only a form. The company treats me very well, and I respect TVB very much. I am respectful and grateful to all the department leaders for discussing contract renewal terms with me. I am happy working with TVB".

Credits: hyn5 @ http://hyn5-hyn5.blogspot.com/

Kent Cheng, Ma Zai because of ‘fire’ became bosom friends

In a one-on-one relationship, to get along with each other there need to be a bit of fate involved. Kent Cheng and Steven Ma, both are indomitable personalities, yet connect like father and son.

One late night, I happened upon Kent goh in the TVBcity cafeteria. Turns out that he would be flying out to Hengdian the next day to shoot a series. However, before setting out, he still made this one special trip to TVBcity to visit Steven Ma who was shooting Pu Songling then. Does Kent goh love Ma Zai this dearly?

“You know me; black is black, white is white, no middle ground. I cherish Ma Zai because he is willing to endure, also very hardworking, willing to analyze meticulously each and every one of his characters. In the entertainment field, what is most important to have is a fire inside. He has it. And this fire is burning pretty big. All this child lacks is a bit of luck, and when luck comes, the achievement will be extraordinary, for sure. I once said this to some tvb top brass: to have Ma Zai this kind of artiste is extremely rare. TVB must treasure him,” responded Kent goh, earnestly.

Kent goh expressed: The success or failure of a series is everybody’s responsibility; not just if I did my part then that’s it. What’s rare about Ma Zai is that he is willing to scrutinize every scene, to scrutinize every line; he is even concerned over the scene of the person playing opposite him; even down to the nitty-gritty details. What good about him is that he has a heart that cares about the whole, big picture.

Kent goh professed that so long a person is worth respecting, even if he is a junior, he will duly respect him; and Ma Zai is one such person.

Kent goh is a talented all-around artiste in the entertainment world. His influence has spurred on Ma Zai’s drive. Whenever they have free time, they will meet up to discuss acting and directing of shows. Ma Zai has already regarded Kent goh performing arts endeavors as his life-long endeavor to aspire to. An actor cum director, Kent goh during this one year of their acquaintance, has imparted quite a bit of his acting knowledge and techniques to Ma Zai so as to ‘open’ him up.

Ma Zai and Kent goh shared a mutual affinity. Although they have not known each other for long, they have already become bosom friends. Ma Zai frankly acknowledges that he is very lucky to have met Kent goh, this teacher.

“Kent goh taught me the most important thing in acting is to understand the concept of “allocation”. When to reel in? When to let go? When to yield? When to let others make their moves; although clearly mine yet not permitted release ya! When is the right time to fight forcefully; don’t fight for scenes. Only upon grasping this can one be qualified to be the main lead.”

But then, other artistes may have their own points of view and ways of acting. During the process of communicating, aren’t you concern that you may be misunderstood ma? Kent goh felt that in a materialistic society, the majority of people are concerned only of their own good; people who are concerned about others are in the minority.

"The people who give opinions only wish to do the work better. I don’t see it as a wrong approach. Ma Zai and I discuss and analyze movies and series nonstop. So very enjoyable. It’s merely an exchange.”

A relation that transcends age as well as transcends status. Kent goh and Ma are the best example that true friendship can and does exist in the entertainment world.

Source: steven-ma.org & takungpao
Translator: Tamaya @ AsianFanatics

Wrap-up dinner for the filming of "The Legend Of Pu Songling"

TVB Drama, "The Legend Of Pu Songling" had finished filming recently. The main male character, Steven Ma decided to act as a 'boss' to hold a barbecue event with other casts. However, the two main female characters, Linda Chung and Fala Chen were not attending the event due to the fact that both of them were in other countries performing their duties. Only Katy Kung, Charmaine Li, Benjamin Yuen and others were attending the event.

Steven Ma's right hand was bandaged. He explained that his right hand was injured when he tried to climb the tree during filming. In the early year of 2009, a feng shui master, Mak Ling Ling warned Steven that his hands or legs will be injured. And it is. Due to his injured right hand, he could not play his favourite badminton games. Mentioned about the absence of the casts, Steven explained that Linda had gone to Canada whereas Fala had gone to Macau. In addition, Steven will go to Canada after a few days. And this was the last gathering for this drama's casts. He said,"I was the "boss" now. But, Elliot Yue sponsored 3000 dollars to use for contests whereas Bak Yan brought a red wine to all of us"

For Charmaine Li, she had received a healthy food advertisement job in mainland. She had accepted the job to become a two-year ambassador. She said,"I was happy to have the job under such poor economic condition."

Translated by: jse @ AsianFanatics

Steven Ma filmed a series, hurt his eye, and almost went blind

While Steven Ma was filming a series yesterday, suddenly a hot candle from the light prop splashed into his right eye. Fortunately, he closed his eyes right away, otherwise he might have gone blind.

Steven was filming when the incident happened. Right after his right eye was hurt, Steven was moving frantically, and there's a big red spot on his right eye. Luckily, the candle didn't splash into his eyes right away. Steven is still trembling with fear after the accident, and he also revealed that in the past few days, he was getting hurt repeatedly. It started with a hit on the head, then on his right hand, and now this time he almost went blind. He couldn't help but laughing at himself, saying that on his body, there are no more chunks of flesh that are unharmed.

Source: mingpao
Translation: ling gan @ http://asianfanatics.net

Steven Ma almost had a nervous breakdown while filming

The rating report of "Rosy Business" by TVB executive director Lee Sing Tim has been going up. Lee directed another TV series, "Sweetness in the Salt", (by Tavia Yeung and Steven Ma) which is being shown in the US, Canada, Singapore and Malaysia, and is very popular too. TVB has arranged for "Sweetness in the Salt" to be shown in Hong Kong on 8th June.

Lee, who has worked with Steven, praised him by saying that he takes his work very seriously and his acting skills have improved a lot too. Lee said, "Steven acted as if he was really suffering from depression in his acting; he didn't talk a lot, and always keeping things to himself. It was a challenge for him and he did his role very well." Speaking about what Lee said about him, Steven was very excited and said, "I played the character of someone who has a "Depressive personality". I was not very happy during filming, and at one point, I thought I was heading for a nervous breakdown."


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