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Midnights, the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life, will be out October 21. Meet me at midnight.

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Siwon Choi and Ivy Chen’s Reunion 9 Years in the Making

It’s not exaggeration when I say that I squealed like a school girl upon reading the news of my girl Ivy Chen and Siwon Choi’s accidental reunion at a Salvatore Ferragamo event in Taipei. The two starred in the 2011 drama Glamorous Challenge, an adaptation of the Japanese manga Skip Beat where they played Gong Xi and Dung He Lian respectively. The drama also starred fellow Super Junior member Dong Hae who played the second lead Bu Puo Shang. The actors maintained their friendship even after the drama but rarely (or never) met after promos wrapped. 

GONG XI and DUNG HE LIAN

9 years after Skip Beat, Ivy Chen is now a wife and a mother to a cute baby boy. She has given birth just a few months ago but is already looking fab and fit like she never had a baby at all. It probably helps that she is a very active person even during her pregnancy. Her career is also red hot having starred in the record-breaking movie More Than Blue ( 比悲傷更悲傷的故事) with fellow Taiwanese actor Jasper Liu Yi How. The movie has broken records in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and in China (where it’s currently airing). 

Siwon Choi who looks dapper in his powder blue Ferragamo suit, is still very much active with his group Super Junior. He is set to star in the upcoming Korean drama My Fellow Citizens  ( 국민 여러분) with Lee Yoo Young and Kim Min Jung. The drama will air over KBS2 starting April 1st on the Monday-Tuesday block. 

Who wants to see these two in another drama or movie? Meeeee!!!

source: sina

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The Legend of White Snake to Air in April Despite China’s Ban on Costume Dramas

The National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) in China once again flexes its mighty hand and clamps down on historical dramas. Sighting The Story of Yanxi Palace, one if not the most popular historical drama of last year, as setting a bad example for the youth due to its showcasing of lavish lifestyle which is against the ideals of communism and socialism. The authorities also sited many instances where dramas twisted the narrative of the country's past  and seemingly sensationalizing historical figures which can have an adverse effect on the young viewers. All costume dramas, historical, palace intrigues, fantasy, supernatural, and all other dramas set in the past, have been put on hold until June (this year).

The Legend of White Snake 新白娘子传奇 (2019) which was originally slated for March 27th premiere was reportedly pushed back till June according to early reports. However, the production team has just announced that the drama will in fact broadcast it's first episode on April 3rd on iQiyi. VIP members will have a chance to watch 6 episodes in advance. So apparently some dramas will still be able to air earlier than June. That's definitely good news!

Personally, I have been looking forward to this drama after seeing several posters and stills. The aesthetic perfection of  Allan Yu Meng Long and Ju Jing Yi is enough to wet my appetite. There is an ethereal quality in both of then that fits the requirements of their characters in my opinion.

The Legend of White Snake (2019) is the latest adaptation of the beloved Chinese classic folktale which already have several incarnations including last year's The Destiny of White Snake with Yang Zi and Allen Ren Jia Lun. This version stars Allan Yu (All Out of Love, Ten Miles of Peach Blossom) as Xu Xuan and Ju Jing Yi (Legend of Yun Xi, Mr. Swimmer) as the legendary white snake Bai Su Zhen. It also stars Xiao Yan (The Legends) as Xiao Qing, Pei Zi Tian (Legend of Hao Lan) as Fa Hai and Feng Jian Yu (Men with Swords 2) as Zhang Yu Tang.

Let's all wait and see if the drama indeed sees the light of day come April 3rd. I just hope that other costume dramas will also have the same luck. Keeping my fingers crossed!

source: sohu

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Liu Tao Effortlessly Chic for So Figaro Mag March Issue

source: xnnews

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Beijing TV Announces List of Upcoming (Spring) 2019 Dramas

Beijing Television (BTV) has just recently revealed a list of upcoming spring 2019 dramas with some of them are already airing. Here are some of the dramas (I’m interested) in random order:

1. The Thunder ( 破冰行动)

Cast:  Johnny Huang Jing Yu (Moonshine and Valentine), Simon Yam (Magic City), Zhang Xi Lin (Nice to Meet You), Wang Jin Song (Legend of Fuyao)

No. of Episodes: 48 

Genre: Action, Crime

2. Youth Fight ( 青春斗 )

Cast: Zheng Shuang (Love 020), Gai Yue Xi (Youth), Xu Yue (When a Snail Falls in Love), Chen Xiao Yun (Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace), Wang Xiu Zhu (When We Were Young)

No. of Episodes: 38

Genre: Youth, Romance

*currentntly airing 

3. One Boat One World (海洋之城 )

Cast: Zhang Han (Here To Heart), Claudia Wang Li Kun (Martial Universe), Lawrence Wong (Story of Yanxi Palace)

No. of Episodes: 30

Genre: Business, Modern Romance, Melo

4. Never Say Goodbye ( 不说再见)

Casst: Allen Ren Jia Lun (The Destiny of White Snake), Janine Chang (Here To Heart), Liu En You (Meet in Youth, Love in Foods), Xiong Nai Jin (Legend of Chusen)

No. of Episodes: 30

Genre: Crime, Action, Romance

5. Youth Should Be Early ( 青春须为早)

Cast: Hu Yi Tian ( A Love So Beautiful), Elaine Zhong (Long Time No See)

No. of Episodes: 30

Genre: Youth Romance

6. Healer of Children ( 了不起的儿科医生)

Cast: Chen Xiao (Queen Dugu, Red Rose), Wang Zi Wen (Ode To Joy, When a Snail Falls in Love), Jia Qing (The Great Protector, The Lover’s Lies)

No. of Episodes: 40

Genre: Medical Drama

7. New World ( 新世界)

Cast: Sun Honglei (Game of Hunting, To Be a Better Man), Wan Qian (Secrets of Three Kingdoms), Edward Zhang Lu Yi (Sparrow, The Patriot), Li Chun (Ruyi’s Royal Love in the Palace)

No. of Episodes: 70

Genre: Historical, War, Action

8. River Sunset ( 长河落日)

Cast: Edward Zhang Lu Yi (Sparrow), Janine Chang (Here to Heart, Empress of China) Ryu Kohata (Mystery of Antiques), Yuan Zi Yi (Princess Agents)

No. of Episodes: 30

Genre: War, Suspense

source: sina

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Are Xu Kai and Bai Lu Dating for Real?

It is safe to say that The Legends 招摇 starring Xu Kai (The Story of Yanxi Palace) and Bai Lu (Untouchable Lovers) is one of the hottest and talked about dramas from mainland China these days. Whether it's about the drama or the actors' personal lives, people have something to say. Recently, rumors are going around in the C-Ent and discussion threads abound regarding their "real" dating status.

Netizens are pointing to the behind the scenes pictures from the couples' latest drama, The Legends as evidence of the two's closeness. See picture below: Look how both of them are looking at something on Bai Lu's mobile phone with Xu Kai's left arm over her shoulders and their heads touching. The body language seems to be telling us something here but nothing is confirmed. What do you think? Are they or aren't they?

The Legends is currently airing over Hunan TV and iQiyi two episodes every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The story revolves around the lov-hate relationship between Zhao Yao (Bai Lu) the former Wanlu sect leader and Mo Qing/Li Chen Lan (Xu Kai) the current sect leader of Wanlu and demon king's son. Check it out if you haven't. I highly recommend it

source: sohu.com

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Wu Lei is All Grown Up!

Feelin' old yet? If you are like me who has seen Leo Wu Lei play the young Liu Lang in The Young Warriors (2006) then I'm sure you know exactly how I feel looking at this boy who is now a grown man.  Incidentally the grown up Liu Lang is played by Hu Ge (yes their connection started from waaay back) in the said drama, who Leo would later work with again in Nirvana in Fire (2015). The boyish charm is still there which adds to his appeal. The April 2019 Cosmopolitan (China) features Leo Wu on the cover.

Check out the gallery below:

BLACK and WHITE and MANLY

source: cosmopolitan.cn.cn

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Huang Zi Tao and Janice Wu Pair Up for the Brightest Star in the Sky

If you like the overbearing but rich, popular and handsome male lead and the ordinary but cute and bubbly female lead, well this one's for you. The story of a very popular idol who suddenly goes through several obstacles and backlash and his assistant who sticks by his side all the way may not be so original, but I admit the appeal is still there. For me, it's the chemistry between the two leads which sells it. If you haven't seen the trailer I suggest you check it out! It may just be the right amount of romance and comedy to fill that drama void for you.

The Brightest Star in the Sky ( 夜空中最闪亮的星 )pairs up for the first time Huang Zi Tao (Negotiator) as Zheng Bai Xu and Janice Wu Qian (An Oriental Odyssey, My Amazing Boyfriend) as Yang Zhen Zhen. It also stars Niu Jun Feng (Princess Agents) as Yu Zi Rui and Cao Xi Yue (My Mr. Mermaid) as Xia Yuan. It will air over streaming site iQiyi starting March 25, 2019.

Check out the official trailer and some posters below:

Trailer:

source: sina.com.cn

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