Chow Yun-Fat and Natalie Tong run marathon together, cross finish line 4 minutes apart

On Sunday (Nov 17), hundreds of runners took part in a “once-in-a-lifetime” marathon – the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon Three-Runway System 10km International Race. The event took place at HK international airport’s new third runway, offering a unique experience for participants. It’s reported that although it started out as a wet morning, the runners enjoyed the...

Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau at centre of war of words over song choice in Taiwan

BEIJING has slammed some Taiwanese politicians for “manipulation” after they attacked Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau Tak-wah for performing his song “Chinese people” at a concert on the self-ruled island. At the centre of controversy was Lau’s performance of his 1996 single during his tour in Taiwan between October 31 and November 3. His singing of “Chinese...

Legendary HK actor Michael Hui, 82, says he is afraid of death

When you visit the cinemas this weekend, you might do a double take when you see the posters for the movie The Last Dance. Instead of featuring the familiar alien symbiote Venom, this one showcases Hong Kong actors Michael Hui Koon Man and Dayo Wong Tze Wah standing in front of a coffin. Though both movies share the...

Vivian Hsu reveals she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer

Shortly after announcing her divorce late last year, Vivian Hsu faced yet another personal trial — this time over her health. The Taiwanese singer-actress recently revealed that she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at the beginning of this year following a routine health examination. According to media reports, Vivian was stunned when doctors first delivered the news. "Why is it me?" she had...

HK superstar Aaron Kwok denied entry to racecourse for wearing polo shirt instead of suit

Hong Kong superstar Aaron Kwok was recently denied entry to the Sha Tin Racecourse, managed by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, for wearing a polo shirt instead of a suit. According to reports, the Hong Kong Jockey Club upholds a dress code akin to five-star hotels to cultivate an elite clientele where attire reflects social status...

Gossip mill: Joe Chen claps back after criticism about not wanting kids, Stefanie Sun to hold concert tour, bone tumour leaves Korean actor with 9cm difference in leg length

Joe Chen claps back after criticism about not wanting kids Asking a newly-married woman when she is planning to start a family is a typical question, but it may not be a polite one. Taiwanese actress Joe Chen — who held a wedding ceremony in Langkawi last month after two years of marriage to her Malaysian husband Alan Chen —...

HK celeb couple Tavia Yeung and Him Law celebrate 8th wedding anniversary

Hong Kong celebrity couple Tavia Yeung and Him Law recently marked their eight wedding anniversary by returning to the five-star hotel where they got married on Oct 2, 2016. Documenting the special occasion in an Instagram post, Yeung uploaded a photo of the two lion plushies they received from the hotel, along with a sweet a...

HK actor Samuel Kwok Fung spotted shopping at The Exchange TRX in KL

Hong Kong actor Samuel Kwok Fung was recently seen shopping at the The Exchange TRX in Kuala Lumpur. On Wednesday (Oct 2), a smartphone brand announced on its official Xiaohongshu page that Kwok had visited its outlet at the mall. The post included three photos of the 72-year-old, attired in a black tee and matching black shorts,...

HK action star Jackie Chan, 70, faints while performing stunt for upcoming movie

Hong Kong superstar Jackie Chan may be 70, but he still insists on performing his own stunts. The martial arts legend, who debuted as a stuntman at 17, has earned acclaim for his daring stunt work. Despite his exceptional skills, injuries are an unavoidable part of the profession. Chan is currently starring in the new action-comedy, Panda Plan, where...