Jam Hsiao's Voice Cracks While Singing on CNY Gala

Not a good night for Jam Hsiao on Wednesday.

The Taiwanese singer was invited to perform at CCTV New Year Gala along with singers Khalil Fong and Li Jian. He was the last to perform, singing his well-known song "Collection." However, his voice cracked already when he sang the first line. His voice cracked several times while performing to over one billion Chinese people.

Known for his clear and resounding voice, the singer's performance that night was affected by a bad cold. In fact, he flied to Beijing last month to rehearse, and got sick from the local weather already.

After his 'memorable' performance, Jam expressed his helplessness on Sina Weibo.

"I've tried my best. Thanks to all staff from CCTV, my colleagues, and everyone who anticipated my performance on stage. I really did tried my best."

Source: Apple Daily / By: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

[Kay says: I was watching the show live, and was very surprised to see Jam cracked his voice. But now I know he's sick, understandable.]

The Performance:

Aaron Yan to Release Solo EP in March

After five years in waiting, Aaron Yan is finally releasing his first solo EP this year.

The singer was put into a boy group Fahrenheit in 2005 with Wu Zun, Jiro Wang, and Calvin Chen. Among the four, he is considered to be the best at singing. Finally after five years, he is releasing his first solo EP in March.

Rumors about Fahrenheit breaking up have been on going for years. Now releasing a CD on his own, Aaron was asked again the same question. However, he denied the break-up again.

"Fahrenheit still exists, and we will continue to release an album together."

Source: Apple Daily / By: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

Raymond Lam Celebrates CNY With Hundreds of Fans

Raymond Lam held a fans meeting with hundreds of fans from Mainland, Hong Kong, and Taiwan to eat Chinese New Year dinner. Some of the fans specially stayed for the dinner after he finished his concert in Macau.

Raymond has been very busy in recent years and hasn't hold meetings for a long time, so he specially met them before the holiday when he's free. During the event, he played games with fans and gave out present, even personally giving 10 red envelopes for drawings.

The happiest moment for fans was definitely taking photos with Raymond. Special guests appeared during the event---Lee Heung Kam and Susanna Kwan, who were dining near by.

Source: Mingpao / Translation: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

Natalie Tong Welcomes Kenneth Ma to Pursue Her

Steven Ma invited actors from upcoming drama <紫禁驚雷> to BBQ, including Kenneth Ma, Selena Li and Natalie Tong. Selena & Kenneth's birthdays are in February, and received a key bag and crystal wallet from Steven as birthday gifts respectively. Selena said she was coughing a lot earlier, so her birthday wish is good health. She also said she should find someone to take care of her so she doesn't have to be this hardworking: "Now I'm enjoying being pursued from others. Ask Kenneth to pursue me!" Kenneth next to her said: "But she has been rejecting me for 10 years! (Then you go for Natalie!) I'll think about it!"

Natalie said: "Wow! Thank you! I'm in two of his dramas and don't have a good ending. But he's pretty good in real life. I would consider it if he asks me out." Steven expressed he will be on a 8-days break for Chinese New Year. He will play mahjong with friends, and said he is an easy player. As for whether he would get married, he said he is keeping it a secret.

Source: Oriental Daily / Translation: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment

Myolie Wu Doesn't Dare to Go On iCable to Get Award

Myolie Wu, Chilam Cheung and Tavia Yeung attended TVB new series The Rippling Blossom promotional event. Myolie also has another series airing on i-Cable, reporters teased that it's possible for her to become i-Cable's TV Queen. Myolie laughed: "Then please mail it to me, I'll give my mailing address too." Just completed shooting a series with 'boyfriend' Bosco Wong, she will be going to the U.S for stage work with Kevin Cheng on Valentine's Day. Myolie said that she hopes to receive flowers on Valentine's Day, asked if she prepared a gift for Bosco? She expressed that she is just receiving, not giving.

Tavia Yeung made a special trip back to HK from Hengdian just to attend the promotion. Today she'll be flying back to Hengdian to continue shooting. As for TVB's new boss, she hopes that artists will have more opportunities to work outside of the company.

Source: ON.CC / Translation: aZnangel

Past Showbiz Polls Results 2010-2011

I've asked several showbiz-related questions, and YOU picked your answer. Shall we review them all at once now?

Barbie Hsu (Da S)'s Engagement
Barbie Hsu's sudden engagement to Wang Xiao Fei was definitely a SURPRISE! So here I ask what do you think of it. The typical reaction? "She just want a rich guy!" As for whether they would split, we'll wait and see if you are right about that ;)

TVB Anniversary Awards 2010
OH YES! So I ask you to predict the winners of Most Improved Actor & Actress. Obviously you guys were so right about Raymond Wong! Selena Li & Natalie Tong were "competing" here, super close! Natalie won in the end, good job for predicting it right! Selena will make it in the future I'm sure!

Raymond Lam's Sister
Raymond Lam's sister was the hottest topic to discuss last month! I ask you possible things she could do in the showbiz, and most of you say group with her 'twin' Wong Cho Lam XD.

Favorite TVB Sitcom 2000-2010
TVB has produced many sitcoms throughout the years, and some of them are popular and well-known. Here I ask your favorite TVB sitcom the past 10 years. Without a doubt, Virtues of Harmony and War of the Genders. For Virtues of Harmony, personally, I'd been watching that on TV when I was little, so it was kinda a personal thing I guess. It's silly, but LOL. Who can forget War of the Genders, one of the TVB production with high ratings?

I would love to put up more polls this year. Share your feelings and thoughts! I'm looking forward to it.

Selina Ren Settles Compensation Case

It is finally coming to an end.

After Selina Ren got injured from an explosive accident on filming set last October, the issue of compensation has been in talk with the filming crew. It was until last night the parties finally agreed on a settlement.

Agreed by the filming crew, the crew needs to pay fees on medical treatments, medical procedures including cosmetic surgeries, recovery (2 years), work absence (1 year), psychological and emotions counseling, treatment equipments, etc. The exact amount of fees is not disclosed due to the privacy policy signed by the companies. However, it is estimated to be at least $100 million.

Finally settling it down by Chinese New Year, the S.H.E member is very happy about it.

"Thank you for your concerns," she said. "The two men who love me [dad and fiance] can finally relax, and enjoy the new year. Not bad."

Selina's dad and fiance Richard Chang were present when signing the agreement settlement. Asked Richard whether he is satisfied with the results, he did not reply.

"This is not my decision, and it's not about my opinion. I don't know what I should say. Let's talk about it when I know what I should say."

Chen Ming Zhang, director of the drama Selina was filming, hopes everyone can let Selina and Yu Hao Ming, the other member who got injured from the accident, to rest. However, he did not comment whether he would go visit the two in the future.

Source: Apple Daily / By: KAY @ Kay's Entertainment