'Readers' renews literary fanfare among TV viewers
A new show on China Central Television (CCTV) called “Readers” has renewed enthusiasm for literature among viewers here in China. The weekly program invites people from all walks of life to choose...
View ArticleFinal R-rated Wolverine film to claw its way into the Chinese market in March
(Global Times) The long-awaited, last installment of the solo films for Marvel superhero Wolverine, Logan, will hit big screens in China on March 3, the same date as the film's US release.The film will...
View ArticleThe Great Wall fails to bring down the barriers in a lacklustre Chinese-US epic
(Asia Times) Matt Damon was right to insist that commentators wait to see the finished film before making judgements about his role as a “white saviour of China” in the new Chinese-US coproduction, The...
View ArticleJJ Lin X Jay Chou collaboration a dream come true for ‘90s kids
(Toggle) One Night Only: Two of Mandopop’s most talented musicians, JJ Lin and Jay Chou, teamed up for a rare performance yesterday, at an event celebrating Suncity Group’s 10th anniversary.Before the...
View ArticleIs there trouble in paradise for Zhou Xun, Archie Kao?
(Toggle) There’s trouble in paradise for celebrity couple Zhou Xun, 42, and Archie Kao, 38, following their highly-publicised marriage at a charity event two years ago.Rumour has it their marriage is...
View ArticleThe dating game gets serious
(Asia Times) Guess who picked my date? There are not many cultures where it would be acceptable for a parent to choose one’s girlfriend, but in mainland China there is a multitude of options from...
View ArticleChina's Recon buys $100M majority stake in Millennium Films
(AP) — China's footprint in Hollywood is expanding following a wire and cable maker's purchase of a controlling stake in independent studio Millennium Films, which produced "Rambo" and "The...
View ArticleChinese censors cut 14 mins from 'Logan'
About 14 minutes from new X-Men film "Logan" were cut out for its Chinese release.According to China Film Bureau's release permit for the film, the running time of "Logan" is 123 minutes. The movie...
View ArticleHow Oscar nominees perform in China
As 14-time nominee "La La Land" is set to sweep Academy Awards on Sunday, it is time to look back at the journey of imported Oscar nominees in China.Among 9 nominees vying for Best Picture award, "La...
View ArticleChinese stars flaunt their style during fashion week
Li Bingbing, who has often been criticized for her somewhat poor taste in fashion, did really well this time. A white and printed dress paired with a tailored white jacket and a burgundy bag is both...
View ArticleBehind the scenes in the ‘Hollywood’ of China
(SCMP) The moment of truth has arrived. Tension fills the air. The unit director is less than satisfied with the results of two rehearsals, but the sun is sinking, a thin rain darkens the grey sky...
View ArticleChinese fans embrace Hollywood in month of romance
(Asia Times) It’s a fine romance. And we’re not just talking about La La Land taking US$12.5 million at the Chinese box office on that most commercialized of Western non-holidays: Valentine’s...
View ArticleJacky Cheung’s ‘A Classic Tour’: Our favourite moments
(Toggle) 56 and going strong: Hats off to Jacky Cheung for proving age is just a number with his amazing physical stamina.The 55-year-old (he turns 56 this July) effortlessly worked all corners of his...
View ArticleHawick Lau, Yang Mi 'get intimate' 5 times a day?
(Toggle) Things are looking up for celebrity couple Hawick Lau and Yang Mi, after they went through a rough patch last year when the actor was accused of cheating on his wife with his drama co-star,...
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