要数郭羡妮（Sonija）圈中好友，5只手指都数得完，与佘诗曼最有话聊，异性密友则非马浚伟莫属，两人更因有好感而种下心结，幸最后能解开，Sonija强调不觉马浚伟有意追求，又指对方太过执着。
其实我同圈中朋友没有经常联络，但心中好朋友有好几个，好似佘诗曼、陈敏之同唐宁，阿佘合作拍过几套剧，佩服她好能吃苦之外，每样事情都控制得
好好，她处理负面新闻都好在行，不会理会别人讲什么，当然她工作上亦做得好好，我要向她学习，不明白为什么她几天不睡觉都没事，可能她有自己方法纾缓压
力。而且她是一个信得过的朋友，大家平时没有很多时间谈心事，但试过一齐飞去外地工作，我们可以在飞机上聊不停。
没欺负杨思琦
之前跟阿佘拍剧被别人话说欺负杨思琦，其实只是我同阿佘认识比较久，比较多话聊，变了好像杯葛思琦，别人就觉得我们欺负她，但有什么好欺负的，
只是别人写，根本没这回事，我同思琦都聊天，之后合作都没心结。我搬去清水湾住都是因为敏之，之前我找楼她叫我去她附近看，她对朋友好好，她公司贮物柜还
贴我的照片，真的好爱我，但现在少联络，她又忙，不过大家在心中。唐宁大肚时有探望她，我同她是在早期去非洲拍剧认识，那时仲有敏之、钟丽淇，4个女仔谁
一张床看天花聊天，我想一辈子都没类似的机会。
圈中男仔好友真的很少，马浚伟算是，但深入程度不会跟女仔一样，记得那时大家走得近，但不觉得他有追我，到有人传我们在一起，那时我好敏感，大
家之后好似有误会，加上各有各忙，就没处理这事，之后一齐拍剧虽然好少同场，但都没话聊，因为有心结未解。到好多年后再一齐拍剧，有一次大家一齐high
tea，他经理人都在，有提到为什么会变成这样，之后大家个结解开了。现在我挺信任他，跟他合作好开心，不过他要求好高太执着，如果没有这么完美主义就
好。 （全文完）
后记：无言的幸福
Sonija近期喜事重重，去年结婚及成功怀孕，难怪面上总流露着幸福的喜悦，访问当日，无论是拍专访照还是做访问，她亦难掩喜悦，无时无刻都看到其笑容，令整个访问气氛变得轻松，看到这个幸福女人，真让人羡慕。
source: 2012-01-13 16:27:50 21CN娱乐 郭羡妮：马浚伟不这么完美主义就好了
Showing posts with label news 2010 Jan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label news 2010 Jan. Show all posts
Friday, January 13, 2012
Friday, November 5, 2010
Paco's interview of SM
Posted 25 January 2010 - 10:25 AM
Watch his most recent paco's interview credit reposting to Steven-ma.org
Part1: reminiscent of their early years in Steven's career. about his singing. Steven humbly thanked Paco for all the opportunities he had given Steven but that he did not grasp them. Paco disagreed- said the timing was not right. Steven said at the time, he did not know how to be a singer (My interpretation: he did not know how maybe because his principles prevented him from being packaged.)
etc...
part 2: said he was extremely surprised by the his cooking's excellent rating of 19 points since the last rating was 14 points only. He gave full credit to the behind the scenes staff and crew - esp. editing. And emphasized repeatedly that it was definitely a team work. He hopes that if can -- just him wishing that his 2nd cooking program could be filmed in foreign countries he has never been before like France or Italy. That he could cook and film whatever he sees cooking right then and there whether out on the streets or in restaurant.
Talk about upcoming album project which is still in its planning stage. Can release too much info as yet because they are still brainstorming and collecting songs. TVB forbids him from giving out too much info on it. But for sure, Watchdog theme song will the on it. Talk about watchdog dog's rhythm being too quick,
Talk about marriage -- Steven says once he married, his lifestyle as well as priorities in life will change to accommodate his wife and the kids they will have. So he needs to be sure he can provide such security for his family before getting married. Steven is so conservative in money saving that he has and will never invest in stocks.
Talk about cooking a candlelight dinner for his gf. A mixture of Chinese cooking with steak. Conclusion: it's not the food but the company that counts most for an enjoyable meal.
Talk about him making Japanese work just yesterday for his cooking show and making a mess of it because the cooking is different.
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Saturday, October 23, 2010
For the dogs to Celebrate the good ratings
Steven Ma suggests to organise a celebration feast for the dogs to Celebrate the good ratings
Wednesday January 13, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Hunan News
Translated by: matchbox @ http://illusive-sere....forumotion.net
TVB Series "A Watchdog's Tale" held a dog food challenge" on the 11th January. Cast that attended include Steven Ma, Maggie Siu, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Koni Lui, Natalie Tong and Raymond Wong. Dogs Ah Wong, Bingo and Woody also attended. The cast produced dog recipes and this attracted the dogs, they didn't listen to their owners and this caused a lot of laughter.
Steven appeared with his dog companion Ah Wong in the series, but Ah Wong wasn't at his best behaviour. The series has received very good viewer ratings. Steven said "The series ratings are quite good and the dogs have also contributed a lot of hard work. On the 17th of January the cast will hold a celebration feast in Tai Po eating Poon Choi (Big Bowl Feast). They will also suggest organising a celebration for the dogs, giving them dog bones, toys and food. Or perhaps they will suggest to watch the finale live together.
The reporter asked Natalie Tong whether she has been in contact with ex boyfriend Amigo Chui? She said "You're asking about him again? We haven't been in contact for ages". The reporter referred to recent reports of Amigo being emotionally depressed and needed Lam Kin Ming to help him? She replied" I don't know, she is more professional. I don't know if he is depressed but people need others to comfort them when they have problems". Amigo has not made a public appearance since the incident and outsiders feel he is a coward. Natalie responded by saying "I believe he will make a public appearance one day".
Wednesday January 13, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Hunan News
Translated by: matchbox @ http://illusive-sere....forumotion.net
TVB Series "A Watchdog's Tale" held a dog food challenge" on the 11th January. Cast that attended include Steven Ma, Maggie Siu, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Koni Lui, Natalie Tong and Raymond Wong. Dogs Ah Wong, Bingo and Woody also attended. The cast produced dog recipes and this attracted the dogs, they didn't listen to their owners and this caused a lot of laughter.
Steven appeared with his dog companion Ah Wong in the series, but Ah Wong wasn't at his best behaviour. The series has received very good viewer ratings. Steven said "The series ratings are quite good and the dogs have also contributed a lot of hard work. On the 17th of January the cast will hold a celebration feast in Tai Po eating Poon Choi (Big Bowl Feast). They will also suggest organising a celebration for the dogs, giving them dog bones, toys and food. Or perhaps they will suggest to watch the finale live together.
The reporter asked Natalie Tong whether she has been in contact with ex boyfriend Amigo Chui? She said "You're asking about him again? We haven't been in contact for ages". The reporter referred to recent reports of Amigo being emotionally depressed and needed Lam Kin Ming to help him? She replied" I don't know, she is more professional. I don't know if he is depressed but people need others to comfort them when they have problems". Amigo has not made a public appearance since the incident and outsiders feel he is a coward. Natalie responded by saying "I believe he will make a public appearance one day".
Friday, October 22, 2010
AWT Preempted by Beauty of the Game.
A Watchdog’s Tale tactically gives way. Beauty of the Game’s finale viewing.
Jan 6 2010
“Beauty” starring Sharon Chan, Kate Tsui and Christine Ng is finishing up its run this week. A two-hour show will be aired on Thursday and Friday, respectively. Therefore, A Watchdog’s Tale starring Steven Ma and Linda Chung has to be taken off the air for these two days, consequently, incurring complaints from the viewing public.
Yesterday through a phone interview, TVB Public Relation Assistant Manager, Mr. Tseng, explained: “This is merely a program tactical arrangement move. In fact, there have been many series whose finales were also aired two hours straight so that they could be watched in one go. Such as: Beyond the realm of consciousness, The chip off the old block, and Beauty of the game. Even A Watchdog’s Tale during its finale on Jan 23 will be aired as a two-hour show.” When asked why not arranged for “Beauty” finale to be aired on Saturday? Mr. Tseng said: “This coming Saturday is the annual charity night《慈善星輝仁濟夜》, so could only arrange for Thursday and Friday to air the finale shows.”
source: http://www.singpao.c...D=70116&Lang=tc
credit reposting to : steven-ma.org
Note: Nearing TVB anniversary, viewers tend to overlook those series aired early in the year.
Jan 6 2010
“Beauty” starring Sharon Chan, Kate Tsui and Christine Ng is finishing up its run this week. A two-hour show will be aired on Thursday and Friday, respectively. Therefore, A Watchdog’s Tale starring Steven Ma and Linda Chung has to be taken off the air for these two days, consequently, incurring complaints from the viewing public.
Yesterday through a phone interview, TVB Public Relation Assistant Manager, Mr. Tseng, explained: “This is merely a program tactical arrangement move. In fact, there have been many series whose finales were also aired two hours straight so that they could be watched in one go. Such as: Beyond the realm of consciousness, The chip off the old block, and Beauty of the game. Even A Watchdog’s Tale during its finale on Jan 23 will be aired as a two-hour show.” When asked why not arranged for “Beauty” finale to be aired on Saturday? Mr. Tseng said: “This coming Saturday is the annual charity night《慈善星輝仁濟夜》, so could only arrange for Thursday and Friday to air the finale shows.”
source: http://www.singpao.c...D=70116&Lang=tc
credit reposting to : steven-ma.org
Note: Nearing TVB anniversary, viewers tend to overlook those series aired early in the year.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
A Gritty Man: Steven Ma 1/19/2010
Break up, make up; Steven's heart remains true to his girlfriend, Vivian.
(Nam Yan Lou Gao: 男人老狗 马浚伟)
Date: 1/19/2010
Eastweek; issue 334. Book 2; Stars’ Words
Translator: Tamaya @ asianfanatics.net
A Man: Steven Ma
At hearing of my interview appointment with Steven Ma, my colleague teased: “Him again?”
Yap! My last interview with him was barely half a year ago. Who ask “A Watchdog’s Tale”to be so popular. Now both adults and kids have taken to calling him his character’s nickname, “Yan Tze Toh” (flip-plop person) Only a lapse of half year, a person normally would not have changed much, as a matter of fact, he pretty much remains the same through the years.
“I’m a rock. Have you ever seen a rock nods its head? How can I change?” (a play on Chinese idiom 顽石点头 )
Especially when he is being serious, people around him will automatically straighten up their backs, even the dogs taking pictures with him will sit properly.
“Honestly, throughout my 38 years, I’ve never been reckless.”
Mother had cancer when he was young. He was not like other kids mollycoddled by mothers. When older, he was busy studying at the same time working to help his family make ends meet. From young, he had learned to be an adult and had never being unruly.
After two glasses of wine down his stomach will he then start to relax.
“The loosening up appears only after drinking. I’ll suddenly transform into a child, quite a rascal, too!”
De-stressing is good; him behaving like a child actually makes him more genial.
Cautious & discreet, never a misstep. 小心谨慎，未尝有过 《汉书．霍光传》
Huo Guang was a Han Dynasty minister. He left behind a legacy of accomplishments, but his life was summed up with these eight words, is it fortunate or unfortunate? In the past, some people had used those words to describe Ma Zai; actually quite an apt description.
He always radiates this magnetic field that elicits deep respect from other people. For work or for appointments, he is not only punctual but early, too. On the day of the interview, his work was piled up high one over another, yet he could still arrive half an hour earlier.
He consumed copious amount of decaf coffee as stimulant. He quipped: “Many people are scared of me. Earlier, in the March of Millions I shared the same vehicle with some current Miss Hong Kongs. Actually, they had wanted to take pictures with me but didn’t dare to ask!”
A person’s conduct and handling of things are greatly influenced by his/her upbringing and background. Born in 1971, Ma Zai grew up in Shum Sui Po housing estates. He was surrounded by drugs, prostitutes, and gangs. Children living in this kind of environment normally grew into adults who would either strive indefatigably towards self-improvement, or degenerate inevitably into evil doings. Many of the 70’s generation grew up like this.
“At the time, among 10 friends, four would have 'backgrounds'. As a teen walking through Pak Ho Street I was already accosted by prostitutes. Used syringes littered the streets. While in junior high school, a school mate died committing a crime. As stubborn as I am, if want to be bad, will be bad to the very core. Nobody can control me. If I don’t control myself, it would be disastrous.” On the day the schoolmate died, he knew that between good and evil, he must stand on the side of good.
“Sometimes, I wonder if I should let myself go. Like: to party irresponsibly. When in foreign places, I do go to discos, but shortly, will ask to leave. I dislike the stuffiness and the crowd. There was this one time in a karaoke place, the atmosphere felt wrong, something just didn’t feel right so I left.”
Ma Zai’s letting loose can only be seen after some drinks.
“After drinking, I’ll suddenly become a kid. A rascal. Even though it was the middle of the night, I still tried to drag people out to eat noodles. And talk nonstop.”
“No! I want to go eat noodles. Don’t lah, don’t go ba!”
“Friends who have never seen me drink before, if they did, they would laugh so hard they roll on the floor.”
After two glasses of drink, he most loves to teach people how to dance.
“Disregarding gender or who the person is, I’ll pull him/her up and insist on teaching that person Latin dance.”
In Watchdog, Ma Zai portrayed a slovenly character. Actually he loves to compose and recite poetry. As such, some people consider him a poseur.
“I’m not showing off. Some colleagues ask me to quit talking about poetry; since you object, I won’t talk about it then. But I myself don’t have to give up on it. ”
The fact is, Ma Zai’s Chinese is very good, his spoken English and Mandarin are not bad either. Judging from his performance in the game show, ‘Book of Words’ final round, he is no Stephy and her like. (note: Stephy was ridiculed for her writing errors in her recent book.) But put the blame on his righteousness for keeping the females at bay when they are with Ma Zai.
He is very decorous with the opposite sex.
“Be courteous to the females. And it’s bad to mislead; either through eye expression, action, or contact frequency etc. It’ll be my fault if she misunderstands.”
His regular collaborators like Linda Chung, Fala Chen and Tavia Yeung all treat him as half sister. (Ji Mui) Looks like this gentleman can be trusted. Linda admits that she fell for him during their first collaboration. Fala praises that he can enter the kitchen. (means he cooks well.) Tavia exposes that she had asked him to buy her lingerie. To a certain extent, boundless “yan fu” surrounds him.
“Not only them, I’m also good to Kent Cheng. With friends, opinions, good or bad, should be voiced. Most important is that every spoken word is sincere. What they told me, I’ll not repeat them like stories to other people. Those who have known me long, know that I will not betray them. ”
Taiva loves to trick him. Few months ago when he went to Canada, she asked him to get her a ‘souvenir’.
“She asked me to go to something something Secret (Victoria’s Secret) to buy her stuff. I said fine. Myolie, who was next to her, promptly asked me if I knew what that store sells. Turns out it sells bras and panties. So in the end, I asked Sister Louise Lee Si Kei’s daughter, Tse Ching, to get them. No way will I go in to get them. To get her back, I even asked Tse Ching to buy her a pair of leopard print bras.”
Good sister Tavia has been promoted to 1st line artiste. Ma Zai was forthright about being ambitious in his career. It is not the first time he had said this: “If artistes said they couldn't care less about positions or awards, then they are fibbing you.”
Recently, it is said that he has become Stephen Chan’s latest favorite, Ma Zai tried to shake off any trace of it. “Not just Mr. Chan, many people like Zhan Jie (Catherine Tseng) have all helped me before.”
But it is undeniable that since renewing his contract at the end of last year, his career has taken off onto the right path. Besides currently hosting a food and drink program 《大厨出马》, he will also release a new album this year. “In the blink of an eye, 16 years already in the industry. Been through both good and bad. Older friends and girlfriend always ask why I don’t share my inner feelings with them. I told them they don’t have to share my worries. All these years, from my mom’s illness to being jeered for two whole years early in my career because of being promoted as : “He’s not Jacky Cheung, not Leon Lai”. Whether being sad or frustrated, let me isolate myself for two days, and I’ll have it resolved.”
Winter departs, spring arrives; what now lies ahead for Ma Zai is a bright and beautiful scenery.
Last year, Ma Zai broke up with red wine girlfriend, Vivian, but they have recently made up.
Quoting Mak Ling Ling: He will get married this year, if not, then next.
What says he?
“Still haven’t reached this stage yet. It’s not just my issue. But I’m awaiting the urge to get marry.”
Ma Zai has a warm home. Mom has passed away for many years, but occasionally he still goes inside her bedroom and facing her picture will speak of his inner feelings.
Coming home late at night after finishing work, Dad will get him a bowl of love soup.
Home, where love resides, and heart anchors. Right now, it is just missing her.
source: eastweek..留星語 19/01/2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Steven Ma May Be A Host.
Macao Daily 1/20 2010
by: 紫藍
Steven Ma May Be A Host.
Steven Ma debuted as a singer in the entertainment industry, but later crossover to a tv artiste. His series generally garnered good ratings. Recently, as Stephan Chan’s latest favorite, his exposure has increased greatly.
Rumor abound that Steven may host J2清談節目, replacing Amigo Choi. This writer feels that this arrangement is most appropriate. First and foremost, Steven’s voice is deep and mellifluous, moreover, he articulates well. He handles seriousness vs playfulness well; this can be evinced from his "voice acting" of "Since 1967". Furthermore, from his brilliant performance in “The Book of Words”, his erudition is apparent and his grasp of culture is impressive.
Anyway, TVB is scrambling for a host, talents like Steven, who possesses both inside and outside, should be made good use of.
credit: http://www.steven-ma...ad.php?tid=2127
by: 紫藍
Steven Ma May Be A Host.
Steven Ma debuted as a singer in the entertainment industry, but later crossover to a tv artiste. His series generally garnered good ratings. Recently, as Stephan Chan’s latest favorite, his exposure has increased greatly.
Rumor abound that Steven may host J2清談節目, replacing Amigo Choi. This writer feels that this arrangement is most appropriate. First and foremost, Steven’s voice is deep and mellifluous, moreover, he articulates well. He handles seriousness vs playfulness well; this can be evinced from his "voice acting" of "Since 1967". Furthermore, from his brilliant performance in “The Book of Words”, his erudition is apparent and his grasp of culture is impressive.
Anyway, TVB is scrambling for a host, talents like Steven, who possesses both inside and outside, should be made good use of.
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Steven Ma supports "A Watchdog's Tale" that it's not a copy
Steven Ma supports that it's not a copy
Saturday January 16, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Saturday January 16, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
As his current broadcasting series had been said to copied 2007 ATV planned series, Steven did not believe TVB copied ATV. He felt that the long time writer of is a very creative person, he believes that he came up with the story himself.
Steven felt that what the Media reported is a not problem, but felt that matters expressed by the people on this issue is a bigger problem. He said: "TVB has a sales presentation every year, they would advertise future series and their synopsis. So, how come no one said was a copy at that time, but waited until now to say something when its popular with many people discussing it and good TV ratings? He personally feels that back then ATV never finished writing the script, never produced the series or had anything, so how is TVB copying then?
Steven Ma suggests to organise a celebration feast for the dogs to Celebrate the good ratings
Steven Ma suggests to organise a celebration feast for the dogs to Celebrate the good ratings
Wednesday January 13, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Hunan News
Translated by: matchbox @ http://illusive-sere....forumotion.net
TVB Series "A Watchdog's Tale" held a dog food challenge" on the 11th January. Cast that attended include Steven Ma, Maggie Siu, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Koni Lui, Natalie Tong and Raymond Wong. Dogs Ah Wong, Bingo and Woody also attended. The cast produced dog recipes and this attracted the dogs, they didn't listen to their owners and this caused a lot of laughter.
Steven appeared with his dog companion Ah Wong in the series, but Ah Wong wasn't at his best behaviour. The series has received very good viewer ratings. Steven said "The series ratings are quite good and the dogs have also contributed a lot of hard work. On the 17th of January the cast will hold a celebration feast in Tai Po eating Poon Choi (Big Bowl Feast). They will also suggest organising a celebration for the dogs, giving them dog bones, toys and food. Or perhaps they will suggest to watch the finale live together.
The reporter asked Natalie Tong whether she has been in contact with ex boyfriend Amigo Chui? She said "You're asking about him again? We haven't been in contact for ages". The reporter referred to recent reports of Amigo being emotionally depressed and needed Lam Kin Ming to help him? She replied" I don't know, she is more professional. I don't know if he is depressed but people need others to comfort them when they have problems". Amigo has not made a public appearance since the incident and outsiders feel he is a coward. Natalie responded by saying "I believe he will make a public appearance one day".
Wednesday January 13, 2010 Hong Kong
Source: Hunan News
Translated by: matchbox @ http://illusive-sere....forumotion.net
TVB Series "A Watchdog's Tale" held a dog food challenge" on the 11th January. Cast that attended include Steven Ma, Maggie Siu, Linda Chung, Kent Cheng, Koni Lui, Natalie Tong and Raymond Wong. Dogs Ah Wong, Bingo and Woody also attended. The cast produced dog recipes and this attracted the dogs, they didn't listen to their owners and this caused a lot of laughter.
Steven appeared with his dog companion Ah Wong in the series, but Ah Wong wasn't at his best behaviour. The series has received very good viewer ratings. Steven said "The series ratings are quite good and the dogs have also contributed a lot of hard work. On the 17th of January the cast will hold a celebration feast in Tai Po eating Poon Choi (Big Bowl Feast). They will also suggest organising a celebration for the dogs, giving them dog bones, toys and food. Or perhaps they will suggest to watch the finale live together.
The reporter asked Natalie Tong whether she has been in contact with ex boyfriend Amigo Chui? She said "You're asking about him again? We haven't been in contact for ages". The reporter referred to recent reports of Amigo being emotionally depressed and needed Lam Kin Ming to help him? She replied" I don't know, she is more professional. I don't know if he is depressed but people need others to comfort them when they have problems". Amigo has not made a public appearance since the incident and outsiders feel he is a coward. Natalie responded by saying "I believe he will make a public appearance one day".
AWT: Steven Ma & Linda Chung @ 《TVB Weekly Issue 654》
Steven Ma & Linda Chung @ 《TVB Weekly Issue 654》
Thursday January 7, 2010 Hong Kong
Credits: magazine scans to hyn5 @ http://hyn5-hyn5.blogspot.com
Translation to llwy12 @ AF http://www.asianfanatics.net
Steven and Linda's Talk About Characters in Series "A Watchdog's Tale":
Steven says that he really enjoyed playing this character because it is so different from the characters he has played before. People are used to seeing him in those brotherly, gentleman, “nice guy” type characters – he is happy that he gets the chance to play this “country boy” type character. He says his character likes pretty women and is always making fun of Linda’s character for being a tomboy and not having a sexy body (he calls her Chek Lap Kok, which is the name for HK’s aiport – meaning she has a flat chest and unattractive body). His experience learning some Hakka for the series was also memorable for him.
Linda’s character is very tomboyish -- Linda says this role was extremely difficult for her to play because it’s so different from who she really is. She says that she is naturally very “girlish” in nature, her voice is soft, she has long hair, etc. so to play a tomboy and have to adjust her voice plus wear a short wig, it was a very interesting experience for her. People say that with the wig on, she looks almost exactly like Fahrenheit’s Wu Zun (she already bears a resemblance), but she said they didn’t do that on purpose – originally, they were going for a much shorter, skinhead type hairdo, but it was way too short and the wig couldn’t hide all of her hair, so they decided to use the current one instead. Linda says that the best thing she likes about playing this character is that she rarely has to spend any time in makeup – she just puts on the wig, brushes up her eyebrows to make her look more like a boy, puts on some baby cream, and she’s ready to shoot the scene!
In terms of memorable experiences while filming, Steven says there was a small “incident” with Ah Huang that he will never forget. When he was posing with Ah Huang for a picture, the dog suddenly let out a huge yelp…everyone on site was very scared because they thought maybe something happened and were afraid Ah Huang might bite. Steven came to the rescue (because he’s had dogs as pets since he was little, so he is very familiar with how dogs act, what they need, etc.) He told the crew: Don’t worry, it’s nothing! Ah Huang wasn’t trying to bite me…it’s just that I accidently “stepped” on him (probably his tail or something) and he (the dog) turned around and was trying to tell me this.”
Steven says that he loves dogs and knows them extremely well (and is very close with them), so being able to film with these dogs was great for him. He says that dogs probably like being with him because he always has a “dog odor” on his body, since he’s had dogs since he was little. Though personally he doesn’t have a dog anymore since his own dog died awhile back ago, he’s satisfied with playing with his friends’ dogs or filming with dogs.
For Linda, her most memorable experience also involved Ah Huang. She says that as a veterinarian in the series, she has to be close to dogs all the time…she says she’s not afraid as long as the owner of the dog is there, since the dogs are pretty well-behaved. However there was one scene during the filming where she has to examine Ah Huang (check his fur and body, open his mouth to see his teeth, etc.), but Ah Huang actually does not like females, so he looked upset and was about to get angry. Even Steven, who was there with her, told her to be careful….he asked the director to cancel some of the shots where it would be necessary for Linda’s face and hands to have close contact with Ah Huang because he was afraid the dog might actually bite her. Linda said she was really scared, but luckily, they were able to complete the filming of that scene smoothly.
Steven and Linda's Talk about 2009 and Their Plans for 2010:
Steven – first of all, he wishes that going into the new year, everyone has good health and that the H5N1 virus will go away soon. In terms of work, he will be hosting a new variety series in 2010 – it’s a food related series (cooking show) where he will have various cooks as guests and cook stuff with them – the purpose will be to teach the audience how to make professional type dishes with just ordinary cooking. Then he talks about how he actually likes to cook and how he cooked for friends and family recently (he describes the dish that he made and stuff).
Also, the big thing for Steven next year is that he will be returning to the music scene after so many years away….most likely he will work on an album for the coming year (whether it’s behind the scenes or actually singing – it will be related to creating a record album). In terms of series, he will challenge himself to play an “evil” character this year, as it’s something he’s never tried before. He says that people keep telling him that he has been acting for 16 years, yet he has never played an evil character, so it’s time to do so now. He says the producers and directors agreed to give him the opportunity, but most importantly is to find a good script that will have a good “evil” character for him to play.
Linda – First part talks about her work in 2009 (filming the movie 72 Tenants, attending the various HK music awards ceremonies, etc.) . But she was happy doing it and never felt tired because she felt that she gained a lot in 2009 – she had the opportunity to travel to different countries to perform and also release her 2nd album.
Her plans for 2010 are to attend even more awards ceremonies (doesn’t matter if she gets an award or not – just for the experience). Also, she will continue to pursue her music career, but will completely change her image when it comes to music. She says that in the past, her image has always been “innocent good girl” type…this year, she wants to change that to a “cool girl” image…but she stresses she will not do the “sexy girl” image….
In terms of series, Linda says that she has gotten a lot of inspiration from her friends. She says that one of her friends got into an accident and as a result became a handicapped person…seeing what her friend has to go through –from being a “normal” person to having to deal with this big change (being handicapped), is a very difficult journey and internally there are definitely a lot of struggle and pain. She said it will be a challenge to play this kind of role and would help to expand her own inner emotions and feelings – plus it would help send a message to the audience to take care of themselves and cherish good health as well as a healthy body.
Thursday January 7, 2010 Hong Kong
Credits: magazine scans to hyn5 @ http://hyn5-hyn5.blogspot.com
Translation to llwy12 @ AF http://www.asianfanatics.net
Steven and Linda's Talk About Characters in Series "A Watchdog's Tale":
Steven says that he really enjoyed playing this character because it is so different from the characters he has played before. People are used to seeing him in those brotherly, gentleman, “nice guy” type characters – he is happy that he gets the chance to play this “country boy” type character. He says his character likes pretty women and is always making fun of Linda’s character for being a tomboy and not having a sexy body (he calls her Chek Lap Kok, which is the name for HK’s aiport – meaning she has a flat chest and unattractive body). His experience learning some Hakka for the series was also memorable for him.
Linda’s character is very tomboyish -- Linda says this role was extremely difficult for her to play because it’s so different from who she really is. She says that she is naturally very “girlish” in nature, her voice is soft, she has long hair, etc. so to play a tomboy and have to adjust her voice plus wear a short wig, it was a very interesting experience for her. People say that with the wig on, she looks almost exactly like Fahrenheit’s Wu Zun (she already bears a resemblance), but she said they didn’t do that on purpose – originally, they were going for a much shorter, skinhead type hairdo, but it was way too short and the wig couldn’t hide all of her hair, so they decided to use the current one instead. Linda says that the best thing she likes about playing this character is that she rarely has to spend any time in makeup – she just puts on the wig, brushes up her eyebrows to make her look more like a boy, puts on some baby cream, and she’s ready to shoot the scene!
In terms of memorable experiences while filming, Steven says there was a small “incident” with Ah Huang that he will never forget. When he was posing with Ah Huang for a picture, the dog suddenly let out a huge yelp…everyone on site was very scared because they thought maybe something happened and were afraid Ah Huang might bite. Steven came to the rescue (because he’s had dogs as pets since he was little, so he is very familiar with how dogs act, what they need, etc.) He told the crew: Don’t worry, it’s nothing! Ah Huang wasn’t trying to bite me…it’s just that I accidently “stepped” on him (probably his tail or something) and he (the dog) turned around and was trying to tell me this.”
Steven says that he loves dogs and knows them extremely well (and is very close with them), so being able to film with these dogs was great for him. He says that dogs probably like being with him because he always has a “dog odor” on his body, since he’s had dogs since he was little. Though personally he doesn’t have a dog anymore since his own dog died awhile back ago, he’s satisfied with playing with his friends’ dogs or filming with dogs.
For Linda, her most memorable experience also involved Ah Huang. She says that as a veterinarian in the series, she has to be close to dogs all the time…she says she’s not afraid as long as the owner of the dog is there, since the dogs are pretty well-behaved. However there was one scene during the filming where she has to examine Ah Huang (check his fur and body, open his mouth to see his teeth, etc.), but Ah Huang actually does not like females, so he looked upset and was about to get angry. Even Steven, who was there with her, told her to be careful….he asked the director to cancel some of the shots where it would be necessary for Linda’s face and hands to have close contact with Ah Huang because he was afraid the dog might actually bite her. Linda said she was really scared, but luckily, they were able to complete the filming of that scene smoothly.
Steven and Linda's Talk about 2009 and Their Plans for 2010:
Steven – first of all, he wishes that going into the new year, everyone has good health and that the H5N1 virus will go away soon. In terms of work, he will be hosting a new variety series in 2010 – it’s a food related series (cooking show) where he will have various cooks as guests and cook stuff with them – the purpose will be to teach the audience how to make professional type dishes with just ordinary cooking. Then he talks about how he actually likes to cook and how he cooked for friends and family recently (he describes the dish that he made and stuff).
Also, the big thing for Steven next year is that he will be returning to the music scene after so many years away….most likely he will work on an album for the coming year (whether it’s behind the scenes or actually singing – it will be related to creating a record album). In terms of series, he will challenge himself to play an “evil” character this year, as it’s something he’s never tried before. He says that people keep telling him that he has been acting for 16 years, yet he has never played an evil character, so it’s time to do so now. He says the producers and directors agreed to give him the opportunity, but most importantly is to find a good script that will have a good “evil” character for him to play.
Linda – First part talks about her work in 2009 (filming the movie 72 Tenants, attending the various HK music awards ceremonies, etc.) . But she was happy doing it and never felt tired because she felt that she gained a lot in 2009 – she had the opportunity to travel to different countries to perform and also release her 2nd album.
Her plans for 2010 are to attend even more awards ceremonies (doesn’t matter if she gets an award or not – just for the experience). Also, she will continue to pursue her music career, but will completely change her image when it comes to music. She says that in the past, her image has always been “innocent good girl” type…this year, she wants to change that to a “cool girl” image…but she stresses she will not do the “sexy girl” image….
In terms of series, Linda says that she has gotten a lot of inspiration from her friends. She says that one of her friends got into an accident and as a result became a handicapped person…seeing what her friend has to go through –from being a “normal” person to having to deal with this big change (being handicapped), is a very difficult journey and internally there are definitely a lot of struggle and pain. She said it will be a challenge to play this kind of role and would help to expand her own inner emotions and feelings – plus it would help send a message to the audience to take care of themselves and cherish good health as well as a healthy body.
Song Jie’s Secret Talk: Steven Ma Undergoing Metamorphosis
Song Jie’s Secret Talk: Steven Ma Undergoing Metamorphosis
Jan 7 2010
I believe Steven Ma is undergoing metamorphosis. He has transformed himself from a ‘shuai ge’, a ‘xiu sang’, into a ‘shuai ge’ who uses acting skill to win over more viewers. Really should applaud him as an encouragement!
A Watchdog Tale is but a sketch on real life drama, a far cry from the likes of Beyond the Realm of Consciousness or Born Rich. Nevertheless, both Steven and Linda Chung drastically transformed themselves for this series. Especially Steven’s obnoxious character of a Hakka jerk, who, nonetheless, possess a good heart, and is filial to his mother; hence, this jerk is still worthy of many females’ appreciation!
Whilst in production, Steven did share some amusing anecdotes that had occurred in the course of shooting. But at the time the series was not aired yet, so what he said I could not readily relate to, then; but now that the series is out all the funny stuff he had told me came back.
When I came upon an especially enjoyable and amusing scene, I had this urge to call him immediately, just to chat and laugh with him, of course, at the same time to praise him directly. But that was just a passing thought for when I was free to call him up he was all tied up with work; turn out he is busily preparing the recording for that cooking show. He has to get hold of a “kitchen god” to be his partner. Even without working on a series, he is still kept pretty busy.
Forgot to mention his duet with Linda Chung. It is a rather pleasant and lighthearted song but will it become a classic? Hard to tell. Too bad I do not have Linda’s contact because I would like to ask her where she got that wig she wore in the series. That wig was truly atrocious and adversely affected her. Don’t understand why TVB would not spend money to get a better wig or maybe the person-in-charge was just being sloppy. People with sight can all see how very atrocious that wig was. Poor Linda!
Source: http://www.singpao.c...D=70357&Lang=sc
credit reposting from Steven-ma.org
TN: Song Jie is a veteran reporter/columnist of Sing Pao.
Jan 7 2010
I believe Steven Ma is undergoing metamorphosis. He has transformed himself from a ‘shuai ge’, a ‘xiu sang’, into a ‘shuai ge’ who uses acting skill to win over more viewers. Really should applaud him as an encouragement!
A Watchdog Tale is but a sketch on real life drama, a far cry from the likes of Beyond the Realm of Consciousness or Born Rich. Nevertheless, both Steven and Linda Chung drastically transformed themselves for this series. Especially Steven’s obnoxious character of a Hakka jerk, who, nonetheless, possess a good heart, and is filial to his mother; hence, this jerk is still worthy of many females’ appreciation!
Whilst in production, Steven did share some amusing anecdotes that had occurred in the course of shooting. But at the time the series was not aired yet, so what he said I could not readily relate to, then; but now that the series is out all the funny stuff he had told me came back.
When I came upon an especially enjoyable and amusing scene, I had this urge to call him immediately, just to chat and laugh with him, of course, at the same time to praise him directly. But that was just a passing thought for when I was free to call him up he was all tied up with work; turn out he is busily preparing the recording for that cooking show. He has to get hold of a “kitchen god” to be his partner. Even without working on a series, he is still kept pretty busy.
Forgot to mention his duet with Linda Chung. It is a rather pleasant and lighthearted song but will it become a classic? Hard to tell. Too bad I do not have Linda’s contact because I would like to ask her where she got that wig she wore in the series. That wig was truly atrocious and adversely affected her. Don’t understand why TVB would not spend money to get a better wig or maybe the person-in-charge was just being sloppy. People with sight can all see how very atrocious that wig was. Poor Linda!
Source: http://www.singpao.c...D=70357&Lang=sc
credit reposting from Steven-ma.org
TN: Song Jie is a veteran reporter/columnist of Sing Pao.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
news 2010 Jan Steven Ma's interview with Paco Wong
Paco's interview of Steven vid link1; vid link2
vid uploaded: 2010/1/25 下午 06:32:05
related material-Paco's Eastweek column
主持：黄栢高
统筹：林永匡 协力：彭燕燕、袁东亮、罗鸥
source: headline news ; hkchannel; SM baidu
破格圍村仔贏民心 住家男節目揭底牌 馬浚偉：我最叻煮中菜
2010年1月25日
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| ※马浚伟在刚播毕的剧集中，一改过往形象，扮演一个不修边幅的围村仔，结果成功得到观众认同；他又在新主持的节目中，大展厨艺，要让大家知道，马浚伟原来是个住家男。 |
※马浚伟今年再战乐坛，头炮与钟嘉欣合唱剧集主题曲。
※由马浚伟主持的节目《大厨出马》会邀请多位嘉宾分享烹饪心得。
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Steven Ma as a rich and prosperous Ultraman
Source: Ming Pao 1/22/2010
Steven Ma is a rich and prosperous Ultraman (馬浚偉做富貴超人)
《大廚出馬》, the cooking show hosted by Steven Ma, garnered outstanding ratings. The whole production team was elated by the result.
Steven Ma exuberantly expressed thanks to the program’s guest master chef and guest stars. (Connie Chan Po Chu & her son, Dexter Yeung) He felt that the crew’s effort has finally paid off. He also said that he had benefited considerably from the program. During the filming inside a seafood wholesale store, Steven could not hide his excitement, half way through, he jokingly picked up the abalones to conceal his eyes pretending to be Abalone Ultraman. He quipped: “As an Ultraman, this one sure is rich and prosperous! "
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Tagged other report
The food & drink tv program《大廚出馬》hosted by Steven Ma garnered an average rating of 19 points and peaked at 20 points. Its viewership is much higher than the normal average ratings of 15 points for programs of the same time slot, making Steven very happy.
Ma Zai reveals that he loves to cook. Now because of his work, he can surreptitiously learn from observing various master chefs' cooking; it is indeed a very rare opportunity for him. Earlier, he went to a seafood wholesale store to learn how to select abalone and 冬蟲草 (Chinese herb) . He exuberantly picked up the abalones and held them in front of his eyes and chirped: “I'm Abalone Ultraman.
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The other day, at a tv talk show 《范後感》Steven said: "When I first debut as singer, the promo slogan offended many people, and I was booed. I was so upset I cried. I was thinking of leaving the industry when my contract ended but the producer invited me to portray Emperor Kangxi in Duke of Mt. Deer 1998 《鹿鼎記》. I accepted but did not have expectations, but unexpectedly the reception was positive and so I stayed on. " link ; another link
Steven Ma is a rich and prosperous Ultraman (馬浚偉做富貴超人)
《大廚出馬》, the cooking show hosted by Steven Ma, garnered outstanding ratings. The whole production team was elated by the result.
Steven Ma exuberantly expressed thanks to the program’s guest master chef and guest stars. (Connie Chan Po Chu & her son, Dexter Yeung) He felt that the crew’s effort has finally paid off. He also said that he had benefited considerably from the program. During the filming inside a seafood wholesale store, Steven could not hide his excitement, half way through, he jokingly picked up the abalones to conceal his eyes pretending to be Abalone Ultraman. He quipped: “As an Ultraman, this one sure is rich and prosperous! "
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Tagged other report
The food & drink tv program《大廚出馬》hosted by Steven Ma garnered an average rating of 19 points and peaked at 20 points. Its viewership is much higher than the normal average ratings of 15 points for programs of the same time slot, making Steven very happy.
Ma Zai reveals that he loves to cook. Now because of his work, he can surreptitiously learn from observing various master chefs' cooking; it is indeed a very rare opportunity for him. Earlier, he went to a seafood wholesale store to learn how to select abalone and 冬蟲草 (Chinese herb) . He exuberantly picked up the abalones and held them in front of his eyes and chirped: “I'm Abalone Ultraman.
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The other day, at a tv talk show 《范後感》Steven said: "When I first debut as singer, the promo slogan offended many people, and I was booed. I was so upset I cried. I was thinking of leaving the industry when my contract ended but the producer invited me to portray Emperor Kangxi in Duke of Mt. Deer 1998 《鹿鼎記》. I accepted but did not have expectations, but unexpectedly the reception was positive and so I stayed on. " link ; another link
Monday, January 11, 2010
Stephen Chan's Latest Favorite? - March of Million People
Steven as part of tvb group participated in march of million people. Since he walked alongside Stephan Chan during the march, in an interview with Steven, reporters asked if he is Stephen Chan's latest favorite.
Steven: There's a connection in that? They had all lined up already, nothing to do with me. (They especially left that spot for you) Nah, I guess it's because Watchdog is airing right now. Really it had nothing to do with being favored or not. What I'm most happy about is not whether being favored or not but that TVB is gradually fulfilling its contractual promises to me. Such as the cooking show and the preparation of my new album. So I'm very grateful to the management.
http://www.steven-ma...&fpage=0&page=1
video
Steven: There's a connection in that? They had all lined up already, nothing to do with me. (They especially left that spot for you) Nah, I guess it's because Watchdog is airing right now. Really it had nothing to do with being favored or not. What I'm most happy about is not whether being favored or not but that TVB is gradually fulfilling its contractual promises to me. Such as the cooking show and the preparation of my new album. So I'm very grateful to the management.
http://www.steven-ma...&fpage=0&page=1
video
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