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Yesterday Linda Chung attended a Metro radio event with Alfred Hui, Jinny Ng and Hanjin Tan. She just celebrated her 29th birthday a few days ago. Her birthday wish was good health for all the people she loves and everything goes smoothly for them. She said: "I got a lot of candles, bananas, and some kitchen utensils birthday gifts because I just started learning how to cook. In the past, I just knew how to make cake and instant noodles." Asked if the everyone she loves include Philip Ng? She said: "All my friends!" Asked if Philip celebrated with her? Linda expressed "Private party remains private." She did not want to comment.

Linda was in a great mood yesterday at the event, she joked: "This year is my 19th birthday, I will be 19 forever. I hope to maintain a youthful and geniune state, regardless of my age. (Everyone calls you Linda BB?) There has been a lot more BBs recently, even Lana Wong is a BB. There are so many now, I don't want to be called BB anymore, I want to be an adult."

Yesterday it was Linda Chung's 29th birthday. Fans threw her a birthday party and prepared a special birthday cake with Linda's favorite Korean idol (Ji Sung) photo printed on it. In the animated photo, Ji Sung was playing a love song on the guitar to her. LindaBB was so touched when she saw the cake.

Linda thanked her fans on Weibo: "Thank you my dear fans for each and every birthday blessing. Thank you for the awesome cake! You guys really know me well. Thanks to all my fans for participating in my birthday party. I really had a great time. This is definitely the most intimate party yet. I wish you all happiness, good health and I love you all!" Linda's good friends from the industry wished her a happy birthday on Weibo -- Steven Ma, Shirley Yeung, Natalie Tong, Nancy Wu, Sharon Chan, Wong Cho Lam and more.

According to Groove Asia, the actress, who was recently ecstatic at the offer to play a sporty role in the TVB drama, "Tiger Cubs 2", revealed that she has been in the industry for nine years and is still being associated with the good girl image.

"Maybe it's because of my religion, where certain behaviours are restricted. In fact, I am not as calm as I am on the outside. I am like how an Aries is depicted; very playful, always in a rush, spontaneous and clumsy. People who are close to me know that I am playful, speak very fast and act quite rough."

The actress revealed her desire to play cruder roles in order to break the mould, stating, "I don't want to say that I am gentle because it will limit my acting area. That is why I really want to try my hands on evil roles and surprise the audience."

She added, "People feel that I'm too gentle to take on challenging roles, therefore it makes me feel even more determined to prove that I can take on a variety of roles. I am always hoping that I can act in a mentally handicapped role; not the kind in comedy series but a serious role. I used to volunteer with people who have mental disabilities back in Vancouver, and it was a very memorable experience. That is why I hope to one day use that experience to incorporate it into my acting."

Joe Ma and his wife attended the Prince Restaurant grand opening evening banquet. He expressed his father's birthday banquet was held at this restaurant and he has a good relationship with this restaurant! In June, Joe will start on TVB new series Tiger Cubs II, but Linda Chung replaces Jessica Hsuan as the female lead. This will be Joe and Linda's first collaboration. Joe praised Linda's good acting and disclosed they'll have a romantic storyline. But, Joe already got a headache just thinking about filming the series in the summer, he said: "When we start filming, we have to wear helmets and many layers of clothing. Every time we film in the summer, it's always a challenge. Well, the hot weather will expose our body figures, so I've been working out to build those muscles. I've got some muscles, but not in the abdomen. I really envy those who have a 6 pack, I need to get some advice from them."

Also at the event, Sharon Chan appeared in 5-inch heels. When speaking of good friends Kenneth Ma and Natalie Tong's rumors, Kenneth expressed earlier that he's getting a lot more jobs because of all his recent rumors. Sharon laughed and said Kenneth is making a lot more money off of the rumors than she is, so she wants him to treat her a meal! Queenie Chu jumped in striking a conversation, she joked she wanted to have a rumor of being on bad terms or maybe 'Brokeback' rumors with Sharon. But, Sharon didn't seem to like the idea: "Nobody would believe us! You want my boyfriend to kill me! I'm not as good as Kenneth, I don't have that many handsome guys liking me, but I don't need to rely on these things to make money. I'll just tell my manager to accept more jobs for me."

Meanwhile, Linda Chung just got back from Canada after her month long vacation. Yesterday she attended the autograph session of her album "Love Love Love" at a shopping mall in Sha Tin. Her boss Herman Ho and over a 100 fans were there to support her. On stage, Linda performed two love songs and played games with fans. One male fan came up with flowers and a heart-shaped prop, he knelt down and declared his love for Linda in Korean.

Linda was asked what she did on her vacation? She said: "I went back to Canada and spent time with my family. I went with my mother to Chinatown for grocery shopping and that triggered my childhood memories because I always helped my mom carry the bags when I was young." It was rumored Philip Ng accompanied her to Canada, she clarified: "Not true at all. As far as I know, he's promoting for his new film here in HK."

As for her new series Tiger Cubs II with Joe Ma in June, Linda hoped she can portray a more manly character. She exposed back when she first debuted, she was 19 years old and the first person to say "Hi" to her was Joe Ma. She praised he takes very good care of his juniors.

I’ve always had the impression that Linda Chung was one of the different ones in TVB, in terms of her background, while her qualifications are on par with the rest of the fadans. In the past 8 years that she’s been in the industry, there have been few news articles of her getting chummy with the bosses at dinner parties before the annual TVB awards ceremony. She really has a personality that stands aloof from worldly affairs – but I guess even goddesses yearn for others’ praises too right!?

Last year, with 4 dramas at hand, she ought to have had all the power and popularity. But in the end, she lost the TV Queen title to Tavia Yeung, and the Popularity award to Kate Tsui. In the JSG Awards, only one of her songs was given a small award. As a “biological daughter” (of TVB), how do you feel about it?

“Very disappointed! Why is it that I’m the only one without any awards? Am I really that worthless?” Linda sounded discouraged as she lamented about the results.

I told her, why not learn from former rumoured boyfriend Raymond Lam and keep your attitude up because not all is lost!

“I don’t see any purpose in kicking up a fuss.”

With her power to not give in to setbacks, nor being a yes-man, even I, not to mention all the men, am completely charmed by her!


Am I really that worthless?

“Biological daughter” Linda Chung has only won one award from her company – The Most Improved Actress award.

“Those girls who started out with me have already won “My Favorite Actress” awards – I’m the only one who hasn’t. I don’t know why?!”

I really feel that it’s so unfair for her to have put in so much effort in her work all these years, obeying orders meekly, and yet not yield any results!

When she mentioned those who had started out in the industry with her, she was referring to Tavia Yeung, Fala Chen, Kate Tsui, Myolie Wu and Charmaine Sheh. Charmaine has long been propelled to the top, and it remains a struggle for the remaining 5.

“I am a passive person, and fear being eliminated. I always ask myself, am I not pushing for it hard enough? Am I incapable? I’m afraid I’m not doing enough.”

How can it not be enough? Having accumulated accolades little by little for the past few years, naturally she would have amassed a lot by now. Earlier, she bought a house in Canada. With money, one’s reputation will definitely go up. In 2011, she initially stood a very high chance.

“Yes Sir Sorry Sir had a very good response, and the reporters and directors were all saying that the TV Queen title was surely mine! But who knew, on the awards day, the emcee didn’t even mention my name at all! I was thinking, why is it so weird?” And true enough, all was lost.

“I was very disappointed! I kept asking myself, what exactly did I do wrong? Am I really that inadequate (in acting)?” Quietly, she revealed what was in her heart.

There have been rumours that Linda was tricked by her company into signing a very long contract, and since they had a contractual hold over her, she was obliged to work without asking for any awards. “It’s not very long; it’ll end when I’m 33 years old.” Despite being disappointed, she still supports her company and insists that they treat her well. “When the company trains an artiste, it isn’t something that is done within a few years. Ah Yee (Tavia) worked for 14 years before winning the TV Queen title; and Myolie, for 12 years. I’ve only been in the industry for 8 years – how can I even compare? Having a path that is too smooth will spoil a person. My life is such! When I was running for pageant, not many people noticed me. At the end, I don’t know why I suddenly got famous. I sincerely am proud of Ms. Lok, after all, there aren’t that many people who can truly understand their artistes.”


Finally learnt to let go

Fame and fortune are the most realistic dreams, but as one grows older, one becomes more mature in one’s thoughts. There will be changes in one’s values, and in the recent years, Linda has slowly learnt to let go.

Four years ago, after enduring three months of insomnia, her stress levels were sky-high. “Before I entered the industry, I was a very simple girl. My friends in Vancouver told me that I had to stop being a “little girl” once I went over to Hong Kong to live, if not, I would definitely get bullied. The entertainment industry is one big pot of dye – I had to protect myself (from getting “dyed”), and had to behave like an adult every day.”

"Initially, when I had to appear for functions and face the media, I gave very “official” and politically correct answers, in fear of being laughed at as being “stupid”. When I started acting in dramas, I didn’t understand the script. I was scared of people laughing at me, so every night I would use my webcam or call my friends to ask for help. My dad, who was so far away, would read each individual word in my script and teach me the tones from scratch. The Legend of the Demigods was my first leading role and I could not screw up. I would force myself to eliminate my “slang” in my speech, and had to train myself to cry or laugh on cue. In the middle of filming the series, I lost control and started wailing. From that incident, I learnt that it was extremely painful to intentionally force myself this way."

Another incident that made her want to change her way of thinking was when she read of a case in the newspapers, where a stepfather hacked his stepdaughter and threw her into the sea. “That girl was really good in her studies, but little did we know that she had such a complicated background. This whole incident really shook and woke me up.”

“After I entered the industry, all I was busy with was earning money and I only cared if I was pretty or not. Actually, life is so fragile. I finally learnt to let go and just live a happy life instead of magnifying every little problem.”

Now, after working so hard, she takes a break every year in April and goes back to Canada to rest and recharge. At the same time, she visits her family and spends time with them. During this time, her mood naturally improves too.

Linda’s tips

Q: You’re always filming overnight – how do you take care of your skin?
A: I take Chinese medicine: by mixing Ginseng, Cordyceps powder and water. It works pretty well.

Q: Where’s your favorite place to go clothes shopping?
A: Online. I frequently go to zipia.com and asos.com – I don’t have to be afraid of wearing matching clothes with anybody else. The scariest time was once when I just bought and bought, and soon I had amassed a bill of 30,000 HKD!


From the time she entered the industry till now, with so much stress and no awards, and putting in so much for so many years, how could she have not thought of throwing in the towel? How could she not have thought of acting on the impulse?

Especially when Linda describes herself, ”I am a person who solves my problems based on my mood.” Is this someone with a low EQ? Doesn’t seem so! So how? “When I encounter anything, even if it’s merely being afraid or unhappy, I really need someone who knows how to help me to analyze the situation and teach me how to rationally solve the problem with my head, not my heart.”

“In these years, I’ve met this person and he truly is a very good listener.”

After being so straightforward, surely she isn’t forcing me to say Philip Ng’s name out loud, is she? The moment she heard his name, she sweetly said, “I’m very easy to please. Just cook me a meal when you’re free – that’ll do.”

“The most romantic time was when that person cooked a full meal for me from scratch – from the main dish, to drinks, fruits and dessert, single-handedly. Plus, it was my favorite ketchup spaghetti.”

“In this industry, there are many sacrifices to be made and artistes have very little time to invest into a relationship. I just need a very simple relationship, just like Kelly Chen, where she is successful in her career but also has a healthy romantic relationship. One can never finish earning money – once I attain success in my career, naturally I will spend more time concentrating on setting up my family.” Career success – possibly means winning an award! If, going accordingly to the fact that her contract will end when she’s 33 years old, the closer her contract is to expiring, the greater her ability to win an award will be. So logically speaking, Mr Ng will have to wait another two years or so.


Epilogue

Earlier, the name “Linda BB” just started appearing for no reason and I thought this had to be due to the many male fans she has.

Today, the lady in question has seriously and clearly explained that “the name Linda BB emerged from an Apple Daily report. At that time, I really felt like puking when I heard that name!” But after seeing that this mushy nickname brought her many fans, and people’s recognition of her increased, it made her feel better.

Are you afraid of being typecast as a goodie-two-shoes?

“As an artiste, one must be amiable. On the day where I play an antagonist or a handicapped person and people still calls me “BB”, that’s when it shows that I’m ready to obtain the TV Queen award!”

I never thought that, to Linda Chung, awards are such a great burden.

As reported on Popular Asians website, the actress, who took a two-month vacation after concluding filming for "Brother's Keeper", went to visit her parents on Chinese New Year, allegedly accompanied by Phillip Ng, who flew from the United States to meet them.

An insider reported, "Linda hasn't taken a vacation in a long time. She was very excited to take some time off and meet up with Philip in Vancouver and also introduce him to her family and relatives."

The source added, "Linda didn't want to be caught together with Philip by the press so they arrived at the airport on separate days."

Although their relationship has been one of many tabloids reports for the past five years, both Linda and Phillip have never publicly announced that they are dating - maintaining a low-key relationship and hoping to keep it under wraps from the public eye.

Born in the year of the Rabbit, Linda Chung has pretty good fortune in the year of the Snake. She frankly expressed she had surprisingly good income last year. Although she lost the 'My Favorite TV Female Character' award last year, her hard work in music had been acknowledged.

Breakthrough Villain Role

Having the 'good girl' image, Linda hopes to make a breakthrough in the coming year. She tells us in advance that 2013 will a courageous year for her because Linda wants to 'explode': "In the past, I did not have any confidence in some parts of my acting and music, but this year I hope to jump out of my comfort zone and try something I didn't dare to before, such as villain roles. Friends have said I look too innocent, gentle and I just won't be able to do those type of roles, but I had this image for so many years and I hope for a change. Make it an eye-opener for the audience." Last year, the 'one second rape' or 'back-revealing' mature scenes were a big hit. Linda frankly expressed: "I'm willing to do those scenes, I don't like to be limited. If its necessary for the role, I can accept it. Of course those scenes cannot be forced into the plot."

Goal is HK Coliseum

In regards to awards, Linda carries a let-nature-take-its-course attitude, in the Snake year, she has a new goal: "2013 is a good year, does not matter if its a female lead or a female singer." Linda has been working hard continuously on her music, in the coming year, she'll be holding her very own solo mini concert, "I think I need to take my first step. If the mini concert does well, then I will have the opportunity to step foot on the bigger stage, just like Raymond Lam. My goal is HK Coliseum, I will keep moving upwards and I'm already mentally prepared for it."

In the last Dragon year, Linda explained she did not plan for a prosperous year, "I've been in the industry 8 years, last year it was the most easy-going and no pressure year. It turns out when you put down your stubbornness and nervousness, then the things that belong to you will just come naturally." In the past year, the young FaDans have been heading up north to dig gold in Mainland. Linda also hopes for this opportunity: "It is not about the money, I just want to expand my acting skills and widen my horizons."

Gave First Time to 'Mingpao Weekly'

On the 5th day of Chinese New Year, it is February 14th, Valentine's Day. Linda revealed that day she has a day off, but did her 'other half' (Phillip Ng) ask her out on a date? She said sweetly: "Not talking about my personal life."

The Korean trend has attacked HK and New Year cake is Linda's favorite food on new years, so she personally made her own Korean New Year cake to celebrate the holiday. She smiled: "Its my first time making New Year cake in my life and I gave it to [Mingpao Weekly]."

Raymond Lam, Kevin Cheng, Myolie Wu and Linda Chung were in Seoul recording for TVB's Chinese New Year show Golden Viva Spectacular. The TVB artists performed in collaboration with local K-Pop groups such as SISTAR, U-KISS and SS501's Park Jung Min. Linda performed the English song Nothing's Gonna Change My Love For You and Myolie performed I Dreamed A Dream. On stage, Linda appeared tensed and nervous the entire time. She sang the song from beginning to end, all in one breath, but did not get off-key at all and won applause from the audience. Facing the local K-pop singers, Myolie laughed during her interview: "It went by way too fast. Just singing one song wasn't enough."

During Chinese New Year, Raymond has a break and will be spending the holiday back home in Xiamen. He said: "My sister had two babies, so I have to go back home for new years. (Are you going to spend New Years with BB?) Yes. Where ever my family goes, I'm going with them. (Going to send new year greetings to Karena Ng?) I will send greetings to many of my relatives and friends. (Is Karena family or friend?) Don't ask me these questions, I have ear plugs on and suddenly only understand Korean." Raymond said because of the language barrier, it was difficult to communicate with the Korean singers. However, he did praise girl group SISTAR's lead vocalist for having a pleasant voice. Raymond revealed earlier the boy band BIG BANG invited him to their World Tour concert in Nanjing as their guest performer. Unfortunately, it didn't work out due to schedule conflicts.

During Linda's interview, she expressed she was still shaking from her nervousness after she got off the stage. She said: "The Korean singers have been training since youth, they are all so amazing. Before I went on stage, I gave Myolie a hug to give some support to one another." On stage, Linda and Raymond were spotted chatting nonstop, Linda explained its because they haven't seen each other in a long time, but she didn't gossip about his rumors. When speaking of Raymond's new song BB, will the female lead be "Linda BB"? She laughed: "No, artists' privacy is better to keep it low-key, I understand how he feels." Linda feels her rumor with Raymond is already the past and should be removed from the list. She said there is now a new generation BB.

Myolie revealed she has a pursuer, someone outside of the industry, but she's not sure whether he's wealthy or not. After her break up with Bosco Wong, does she not want to date another artist again? She said: "Well can't say that, it all depends on fate. We are happy as friends now, still getting to know each other. If I really do get in a relationship, I will announce it. I'm already at this age, not going to play with an underground relationship anymore."

28 year old Linda Chung (Linda BB) just released her fourth album and exposed she really wants to hold her very own concert. Linda expressed the best place to hold her concert would be at Star Hall because the venue is just the right size, not too big, not too small and she can have close interaction with fans. It was understood, Linda has been actively training her voice in preparation for her debut concert in March. She also requested the CEO of her record company "Star Shine", Herman Ho, to form a band with 4 other "TVB Virgins" -- Leanne Li, Grace Wong, Christine Kuo and Eliza Sam.

According to an insider: "Linda really wants to hold her own concert and has asked her record company several times. Herman promised to help her make it happen and now that she has time, she would rather sleep less and spend more time out jogging to prepare for her March concert."

Miss Virgin

Linda BB wants a concert, of course she has to call all her "Virgin sisters" out to support her. Christine exposed she hopes to advance into the music scene as the group 'Miss Virgin', she said: "I want to be part of a band with Linda, Leanne, Grace and Eliza. Leanne can play the guitar, I know how to play an electric violin, Grace can sing and dance. We can even ask Wong Cho Lam to write some songs for us!" Princess Heung Heung (Eliza) immediately echoed Christine: "I listened to Spice Girls when I was young and had this dream too. There are so many people in TVB, we can really form a girl band."

Christine and Eliza are ready, but Linda's boss Herman is treating this as a secret weapon, "Everything has to wait until Linda finishes shooting her series in February. We haven't decided on the costumes or the details yet and we aren't sure whether we'll be able to invite the other female artists to be the guest performers. I'm still working on the schedules with TVB now and hope to make this concert happen this year!" Linda BB voiced she wanted a concert, her loving boss Herman went out in turbo to make it work for her.

A Fast Moving FaDan

Linda released 4 albums and this year she already has the opportunity to hold her own concert. Compared to the other first line TVB FaDans, such as Fala Chen and Kate Tsui, their music career just ended after 1 album. Looks like same people, but different lives.

Fala Chen - Her 'husband' is "Neway Prince" Sit Sai Hang, but Fala waited two years before she had the chance to release her debut album. Unfortunately, not even 1,000 copies were sold. Her contract with Star Shine ended not long ago.

Kate Tsui - Released her first EP Kiss Me Kate in 2009, selling her sexiness and got several newcomer awards. She actually had a chance to get somewhere in music, but unfortunately her record company "Asia Vigour" went out of business after 10 years in the industry. Kate pitifully became an "1 album" singer.

Myolie Wu - She signed on with Neway Star in 2008, her debut album was Evolve and Mark Lui complimented her singing. In 2009, she released another EP Loveholic and held a mini concert, but most of her songs were TV series theme songs. This year, she concentrated more on China dramas.

Nancy Wu - Although she's not a first line TVB FaDan, she participated in the New Talent Singing Contest in 1999 along with Jade Kwan and Deep Ng. Earlier she sang her first song with TV King Wayne Lai, the sub theme to TVB series The Confidant. Fans praised her good singing and she made it clear she wanted to earn extra income with Wayne through stage performances.

Yesterday Linda Chung, Jason Chan, Lin Xiawei, Calvin Chan, Cilla Lok and Mandy Lam attended the promotional event for TVB series Missing You. Linda expressed after she finishes shooting Brother's Keeper (formerly "Big Wheel") at the end of this month, she will be going on vacation and hopes to have a full 2 month break. It was rumored, Race Wong from the duo 2R has been involved in between Linda and rumored boyfriend Philip Ng's relationship. Linda calmly replied: "That's so funny! Sometimes it is rumored that we are together and other times we're breaking up! We still have a good relationship, just as before!" She stressed she and Race are long time good friends, they frequently go out for dinner and catch up. It's just recently they have been busy and haven't been in touch as much. When asked if she's afraid Race may get in between their relationship? Linda said: "If there are rumors that they are together, I would die laughing. (You have confidence?) I clearly know my friend's relationship!" Linda stressed Philip is just like her, a filial 'home boy'. Linda won't gossip on the reason why Race and Jacky Heung broke up and its normal for someone who had just fallen out of love to talk to a good friend. As for Philip's new film Young and Dangerous Reloaded is playing soon? Linda said: "I will see if I have time to go support him. I'm happy for him serving as the HK film action choreographer for the first time, congrats to him!"

In the new series Missing You, the concept of tracing services is conveyed through the organization "See Ming Seh" and the cases that come along with it. Separated families reuniting may be something that could never happen, happiness is not inevitable.

Turns Out There's Fate

In the past, Linda Chung had Steven Ma, Moses Chan (and Raymond Lam) as her popular on-screen partners. It wasn't until last year, she started working with other actors and created new sparks. Following Witness Insecurity's fate with Bosco Wong, this time she collaborates with a new partner, Jason Chan in new series Missing You. The series revolves around the concept of tracing services, the two are partners working in the tracing service organization "See Ming Seh" and eventually develop a relationship.

Although this is their first collaboration, the two quickly developed chemistry since Jason grew up in England and Linda grew up in Canada, so the two are considered 'westernized'. Jason said: "Perhaps we both grew up overseas, so we have common topics and easily developed chemistry." It turns out this isn't Jason and Linda's first collaboration because shortly after their debuts, Linda already had roles with slightly more screen time, Jason laughed and said that time, he just graduated from the TVB Artistes Training Class and didn't turn down any role. He started off as an Extra standing behind Linda. Linda said: "If Jason didn't take out the photo, I wouldn't be able to remember that he was in Heavenly In-Laws. Perhaps that time, he had on a fake mustache, but now mentioning this again, I find it funny."

At first Jason concentrated more on hosting, and so he's considered inexperienced in acting. This is his first series in which he played the leading role. Facing this new partner, Linda praised he's willing to learn and listen. "In terms of a newcomer, Jason really works hard and is willing to learn. Also, he isn't afraid to ask, so he improves faster than others." Jason said he's still a newcomer, and must continue to learn. "As a newcomer, there are many things I need to absorb and be willing to listen. If you are willing to share, I am willing to listen. As the director said, I try my best to absorb and digest all of the pointers my colleagues give me because we all want the series to do well."

After filming series for several years, Linda is still seeking new breakthroughs, challenges and genres. First time coming into contact with the refreshing theme of a tracing services, Linda said: "Because there is a lot to learn in tracing services, TVB made arrangements for us to interview the HK Red Cross Tracing Service team prior to filming. There were only 2-4 people working in that department, which is the same as 'See Ming Seh' from the series. They explained to us the mechanism, operations and methods of tracing. They even told us about special cases. I remember one case was about someone who was a clone, and hoped to find his father. We couldn't believe there was such case that exist. After hearing about these real cases, I felt very emotional because it was all about separated families. Imagining this happening to myself, if I lost my brother and sister, I would want to find them no matter what it takes. If it takes me 40 years to do it, that feeling is really indescribable."

Observing on the Side

Linda was touched by all the cases from the series. She hopes the audience will be able to understand more about tracing services through this series and she's grateful for the group of senior-level guest stars that participated in each of the cases. They did all their homework and their acting made the cases even more touching. "I like this series because I can be an observer. Each day, I watch my seniors do the acting and I'm the one feeling their problem, its better than me telling my story. So, I'm really grateful of all the senior-level artists and all the other guest stars, who played the younger versions. Without their participation in this series, our cases wouldn't be successful. This time, there are a lot of seniors, such as Lau Kong, Ngok Wah, Law Lan and Law Lok Lam, etc. I learned a lot from them. I'm paired up with Jason in this series, I love our story. Listening to their stories and watching their acting skills, I have even more motivation to make this series really good."

Can't Care Too Much

About her relationship with Jason's role, Linda said: "In the series, it was my first time being a social worker. He's the See Hing (big bro) with lots of experience. Since my character is rather pessimistic, many times I think of the negative side of things. He has like a sunshine personality, he's optimistic and helped me learn to relax and slowly I started having feelings for him. Unfortunately, he already had a really good girlfriend (Lin Xiawei), so I could just keep my feelings inside."

One of the concerns is the TV ratings for this series, Linda said: "Many people say the ratings are very low during the Christmas and New Year holidays, but I feel there is a need for series to come out no matter what time of year it is. Also, we can now re-watch the episodes online, so we shouldn't care too much [about ratings]. The most important is the series can be broadcast, so everyone can get to know the concept and service."

Love Confession on the Street

Jason plays the super attentive "See Yik Him", but he isn't aware of his true feelings. He fell in love with Yu Fung (Linda) without knowing it. It wasn't until Yu Fung decided to leave Hong Kong and go to Australia to study with her brother and the separation with his girlfriend, that he realized he developed feelings for Yu Fung over time. To win Yu Fung back, there was one scene about Yik Him on the busy Mong Kok street confessing his love for Yu Fung. Jason said a lot of things were hard to control because of the busy street, so it made filming even more difficult. "I have never filmed such a large-scale scene before. The directors and crew had to help with the filming process. Before the cameras rolled, I was worried there would be too many people and interrupt filming, but when the cameras rolled, I didn't care about anything and just started looking for Linda hysterically on the streets. The situation at the time actually helped me get into character."

Advice from Seniors

In one case, the story is about Yik Him tracing for his family. As the case was directly related to his own character, Jason frankly expressed he spent a lot of time and effort into his performance for this case. He said: "I really like watching the emotional and the quarrel scenes from my senior-level colleagues. However, I also liked the case about my character. First, by that time I had already been filming for a period of time and it was easier for me to get into character. Secondly, the case was very touching and helped me put myself into the story. It was like I put my character into a higher level. Many thanks to my colleagues and seniors from this series, whom had led me into character."

Jason also wanted to especially thank TV King Wayne Lai, he said: "Although Wayne isn't in this series, I saw him during our breaks and chatted with him. He would tell me some of his acting experiences and that its rare to get encouragement and pointers from others. So, I'm really excited to be able to work with both Ah Mo (Moses Chan) and Wayne in new series Transfer of Love Firm."

TVB FaDan Linda Chung had been working nonstop last year (2012), in the new year she hopes to have even better achievements in both acting and singing. She just released her fourth album and hopes she'll have the opportunity to hold her very own concert. She said: "I already saved up 40 songs, really hope for this day. Actually to me, singing on stage is consider a very brave thing. I remember the first 4 years when I first debuted, I was just filming series and didn't get the chance to do stage performances. One year when I had to perform on stage, I had a strange feeling, why was I so afraid? Because I never had the experience before. That time, I really was shaking as I was singing on stage!"

Linda laughed and said she's a workaholic. She has to make use of the time she's still young and actively work, "Then I will just find my other half and marry off. (When?) Initially I wanted to let nature take its course, but I want to have 3 babies, I'm 28 now, so when I'm 32! (You still have 4 years left, time goes by fast!) It's just a plan! My ideas changes every year. I changed a lot since two years ago, perhaps two years later, I really will get married." In the past, Linda said she wanted to buy a home, but now her greatest wish is to 'buy' good health and a good sleep. She said: "There are so many strange illnesses now, we don't know what will happen tomorrow. I wish my parents good health, I want my Dad to retire and let us take care of him. He's always saying he wants to be my driver, so he can see me all the time and asked me to give him two more years."

Yesterday Linda Chung and Ron Ng attended a Christmas event in Tsuen Wan. Linda appeared in a sexy red outfit and did not fear exposure as she had on see-through parts in her outfit. She laughed: "I have underclothing on for protection I really have experience with exposures, I'm considered to be the Queen of Underclothing!" She exposed she met with an attached fan backstage, "The fan is handicap, spent 3 years looking for me and sent me a lot of letters. I didn't know until the reporters mentioned it to me. When I saw the fan just now, I was very happy and emotional too, he is very optimistic!"

Ron said he does not believe his good brother Raymond Lam wants to leave TVB because of the earlier award results, he said: "It's just a rumor. TVB treats him well. (Comfort him since he didn't win any awards?) I'll comfort him when I see him, I did watch his series. He and Kate Tsui did very well, it's quite disappointing!" Ron has been busy shooting in Shanghai, but he has been following Eric Tsang's recent slapping case and Oscar Leung, who had suddenly gotten involved. Ron said: "I don't believe Eric would do that. Whether Oscar's comments are too over or not, it all depends on how the individual sees it. I don't think it's a problem! (Oscar refuses to apologize?) I believe Oscar is supporting Eric until the end." Earlier Kelly Fu exposed because she was too into character, she actually fell for Ron while they were working on Triumph in the Skies II together? Ron laughed: "Thank you! But, I think she's just talking about the series! If a female confesses to me, I would feel shy and embarrassed, but she didn't take any actions. She's a good colleague, and handles the love scenes well. (Any love sparks?) We'll have to see if there is a third installment, talk about it then!"

Linda Chung, Lin Xiawei and Jason Chan appeared at a shopping mall to promote for TVB new series Missing You. Recently a behind-the-scenes photo of Linda while she was shooting a commercial circulated online. In the photo, she was seen in a short tank top, revealing her career line. Netizens were surprised to see the conservative goddess turn into someone with such excellent body figure. Linda laughed: "I don't mind looking sexy. If there are clients that want me to dress sexily to shoot a commercial, I don't mind. As my mother says, when there is something to show while you're young, why not show it?" She said sexiness is about the feelings, as long as its healthy and no exposure. "Sexy happy price would be good, I don't want to frighten the clients." A recent report publicized TVB artists' salaries? Linda said: "The report said my income dropped, that is wrong. This year I earned a lot more than previous years. Actually my income increased, it has never dropped. I don't want clients to misunderstand."

When speaking of the TV Queen battle, Linda is feeling normal about it, she said: "As Wayne Lai said, asking voters for support does not necessarily mean people will vote for you. I'm already happy to be nominated. I saw I had good results on other website polls and gained a lot of love from audience and that is already comforting to me."

Lin Xiawei said she voted for her cousin Raymond Lam for TV King, "I watched his Highs and Lows. His role was very different from his previous roles. TV Queen, I voted for Kate Tsui because her drug queen role was a challenge."

Yesterday Linda Chung, Lin Xiawei, Mandy Lieu, Jocelyn, Anthony and Rosemary appeared in Causeway Bay for Amé's www.shopame.com Online Shoe Store & Store Concept Asia Launch event. Linda becomes the creative director for the first time and designed two shoe styles. She said: "Since childhood, I loved drawing and after I entered the industry, I realized how great of an impact my image is."

She reveals she was offered 7 figures to take part in this event, she smiled and said it's a great Christmas gift. She did not hesitate to say her wish is to buy a 1,500sqft home. When asked if she'll be spending Christmas with rumored boyfriend Philip Ng? She took everyone around the bush: "In the past, I had Christmas parties, but this year I have to work!" Earlier Linda had pictures where her underwear was revealed, she said she did not know about it at the time. She frankly expressed she will be more careful next time: "I'm careless, too relaxed! (Wear something for protection?) Actually, I'm very lazy. My manager always reminds me to, but I forget. I just want to feel comfortable!"

Yesterday Linda Chung appeared in a short skirt at the shopping mall for her new album Love Love Love's autograph session. There were about 200 fans at the scene. It was rumored Linda is heavily favored by her record company Star Shine's boss Herman Ho. Yesterday Herman supported her at the event too and generously took pictures together. On stage, Linda thanked her boss for giving her the opportunity to release this album. She is grateful that he understands her vocals.

This is Linda's 4th album and she frankly said this is her favorite one because the songs relate closest to life. She hopes fans will understand her inner thoughts after listening to her new songs. At the event, Linda played games with the fans. Three male fans took turns using their own tactics to confess their love for Linda, and Linda had to choose who she liked the most. She said: "I like the guy who was shy, but still had some courage. The other two were very sweet too." Then Linda fed a female fan, but accidentally got some sauce on her shirt, she quickly helped the fan wipe it off with a tissue. Fans gave Linda DIY cards and wristbands. She said she was very touched, but she didn't want fans to see her tear up, so she tried hard to hold them in.

When asked if rumored boyfriend Philip Ng supported her new album? She said he did and so did her colleagues, fans and her parents in Canada.

Yesterday Linda Chung released her first album since joining record label Stars Shine. This time Linda is personally responsible for the costumes and album's concept. She said: "The theme this time is happiness, so I especially painted my fingernails different colors and there is a large 'heart' drawn on my hand. I drew the heart myself!"

Linda frankly expressed she had gone through some changes in her mentality. She is much more active and laid back compared to the past. She said: "This change has increased my self-confidence, I'm now more proactive and positive. I hope this will be able to bring positive energy to everyone!" Her new album entitled Love Love Love continues to focus on love songs and the album title coincidentally came from the fact that Linda is used to writing the word "love" three times to end her letters.

TVB anniversary awards is approaching soon, the TV King and Queen battle is the center of attention. This year's TV Queen top five include Myolie Wu, Kate Tsui, Michelle Yim, Linda Chung and Tavia Yeung. "Netizens' Favorite" Linda had just been accompanying the race for several years, but this year she can no longer be ignored since her performances in L'Escargot, Witness In Security and Daddy Good Deeds were outstanding. Unfortunately, those series were broadcasted too early, looks like its quite a disadvantage for Linda.

To win the momentum back, recently Linda has been busy shooting new series Big Wheel and is putting exceptional effort into it. Yesterday she personally filmed a dangerous scene herself without using a stunts double and putting her life on the line. She just hopes to gain some appreciation from the TVB executives and audience!

Yesterday Linda and Ruco Chan were working near a large industrial building in Kowloon Bay, where Linda was suspended on wires up from the 7th floor of the building. She posed like a superwoman in front of the cameras and appeared excited. However, the staff helping her buckle up the safety belts were a lot more tense, checking and testing the positions over and over again.

After Linda was suspended up to the 7th floor, it was lead actor Ruco Chan's turn to climb out from the window to save her. Because they had to accommodate the different camera angles, the two did the same scene several times. At one point, Linda started screaming because it was necessary for the scene, and that attracted a lot of bystanders. When she finally finished shooting and came down, the bystanders applauded and cheered for her. Then Linda and Ruco got back on wires and did a scene where they both fall from the 3rd floor down to a cargo truck.

Linda expressed the moment she was suspending on the wires, she was a little frightened: "I was a little scared at first! But then, I just pretended that I'm on a free amusement ride and I've done costume dramas before where I had to pretend to jump off a cliff. TVB bought insurance for me." Dressed in the 90s fashion, Linda laughed and said she had to borrow her mother's wardrobe and her mother even became her costume director. Ruco plays a police officer in this series, and also praised Linda for being so calm. He reveals he has a lot of car chasing and gun fighting scenes, "The action director and other staff are well experienced, I trust them that they will take all the safety precautions needed. What I have to do is make myself fitter."

Linda and Herman Ho are just like Father-Daughter

Also, Linda had just signed under Star Shine as one of the singers. It was said Star Shine's boss Herman Ho gives her special treatment, which has frightened her. Regarding this rumor, Linda frankly expressed over the phone that Herman was already helping her since her debut album. Up until now, it's been three years of collaboration. Because of this, they have a closer relationship, but it is just the father-daughter type. Linda said: "I just think it's strange, every time I release an album, news like this will pop up. I feel scared inside, but I'm not scared of my boss. Also, these reports always say there is some 'insider' exposing the news, but just who is this 'insider'? I hope they don't act like this anymore!" When asked if she'll keep her distance? She expressed no because they have collaborated for many years and she denied the rumor that Herman gave her diamonds.

Linda Chung and Wu Chun "looks exactly like siblings" had been a hot topic for a full four years already. Yesterday, the the 'siblings' met for the first time at the MARC BY MARC JACOBS store opening ceremony. When Linda and Wu Chun stood next to each other, they looked 90% alike. They were about the same height, had the same sharp face shape, high nose and small lips. The only difference was Wu Chun was darker than Linda. Linda, nicknamed 'Wu Chun's female version', laughed in excitement once she saw her 'brother'. She gave him a cake to celebrate his birthday next week, "This has been talked about for 4 years, now we finally meet! It's just like I found my long lost brother. The bottom half of our face looks alike, for example the nose, chin and small lips. Just thinking of it makes me laugh."

Initially Linda's hair looked similar to a fringe cut and would have matched Wu Chun's hairstyle, but unfortunately her dress didn't match that hairstyle. She said, "When I was shooting A Watchdog's Tale, I had a short hair wig on, and when I was out on the street, people mistaken me for Wu Chun! I've thought of cutting my hair short too, but I was afraid I may look too much like him, so I didn't get it. Friends also think we look very much alike, even for myself, I am starting to wonder if Wu Chun's really is my long lost brother. I have to go back and ask my mom." When asked if she looks like a man then? Linda said: "Wu Chun is very handsome, resembling him is just another type of compliment." Linda wants to take pictures with Wu Chun and hopes to duet with him, in a group style. She said: "I should recommend that we portray siblings? When I see him, I may take initiative and suggest that we collaborate in something together."

Wu Chun also thinks he and Linda look alike: "We do kinda look alike. Before when I was shooting with Raymond Lam, he said we really looked alike. Ekin Cheng said the same thing. If we could play brother and sister in a movie/series in the future, that wouldn't be too bad." When speaking of Linda wanting to duet with him? Wu Chun laughed: "Waited too long because I've been acting more, if there was a film's theme song, then we could do it." Wu Chun will be turning 33 on October 10th, he expressed he'll be celebrating with his fans in Taiwan and hopes to invite the three other guys of Fahrenheit. When asked if his birthday wish is to be in a relationship? He said: "No, acting is better."