Turtleman (Im Sung Hoon) from Turtles died of heart attack

Turtles Member Dies of Heart Attack

3-member pop group Turtles' leader, "Turtle Man" (Lim Sung Hoon), has died due to a heart attack.

Lim's manager went to Lim's house at about 2:30 pm (Korea time) today, and found him without a pulse. Lim's manager said that they had an appearance scheduled, but that Lim wouldn't pick up his phone and his house was locked. "I got a locksmith to get the door open and I saw him laying on his bed; I assumed he was sleeping," said the manager. But when Lim wouldn't wake up, he realized that Lim wasn't breathing and called an ambulance. The hospital said that Lim had died about 5~6 hours before he was found.

Many singers in the industry came to his funeral including the two female members of Turtles, DJ DOC's Kim Chang Ryul, Hwang Bo, Go Young Wook, and many others. His mother showed much devastation due to his sudden death, as did everyone.

Other celebrities are attending his funeral such as Eru, Super Junior's Kang In and Eun Hyuk, Hong Kyung Min, Oh Jong Hyuk

source: http://asianfanatics.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=522690

S.H.E return to work after break , no stop earning money

S.H.E’s Hebe welcomed her 25th birthday today; this is S.H.E’s seventh year in the line! Yesterday when Hebe return to work with her two Laopos in Taipei for the shooting of a fast food ad, she sighed, “Time past really fast, I’m another year older.” Despite Hebe’s sigh, the 3 won the advertiser over with their energetic and healthy image and replaced idol LeeHom Wang and good friend Elva Hsiao as the endorser for China area, earning a handsome 8 digit figure into their pockets. Regarding the recent rumour of “Tie Xiong Nan”, the recording company once again said, “All of them are good friends, everyone is thinking too much.”

After ending the approved leave from the recording company, S.H.E is back with a lot of busy schedules! Now they have accepted 2 shows as warm-up, they will be flying to China early next month to attend award ceremony and to shoot for a commercial as well. Regarding their new album, the trio and the company are still keeping mum about it, even HIM production director Shi Ren Cheng is not telling. From what is known, S.H.E are waiting for their good friends to return the songs that they have owed them, now Jay Chou and Shin of Mayday have submitted their creation. S.H.E are still persuading the rest of their friends, Selina have also asked Chen Han Dian who had worked with her in Kang Xi to act for their latest MV!

Although they have not recorded any of their songs, some web in Mainland has already ‘released’ their next list of songs. Some of the songs included the theme song for fast food, shoes, Olympics and also ‘7 Zai’ which they had specially recorded for Stephen Chow’s ‘CJ7’. From here, we can see that fans are indeed waiting anxiously for S.H.E’s latest album. According to HIM’s plan for this year, April is for Liu Li Yang, May is One Million Star champion Yoga Lin, after that then is S.H.E’s turn. Previously the three expressed that they really want to rest and work with a big group of good friends to come up with a great album for all fans. As the plan have been postponed to summer break there is a big chance that they will clash with the other artistes who release their albums, regarding this S.H.E laughed and said, “We are not worried at all. We clashed with Stefanie Sun in 2003 and 2004; it’s actually very fun to attend activities together!”

Their junior, Liu Li Yang will be going to Taiwan next month to release her album. S.H.E revealed that they will definitely attend her promos if they have the time because her voice is really special and she has a character of her own too. They even wished that her album will sell well and sent their encouragements. After ending their 3 weeks break, S.H.E will be back working through their packed schedules. Recently they have gone to the hospital to take some immunisation jabs and had a body check. They also urged everyone to take care of their bodies. S.H.E have also bought their families on a trip to Hualian, the trio who know how to enjoy life and share the enjoyment have indeed grown up a lot.

S.H.E famous and earning:

All their endorsements have slowly renewed their contract:

DAPHNE ladies shoes, CASIO watch, China Mobile M-zone, Hydron Contact Lens, Yadi mobile cars, OKWAP mobile phone, Eastern Camel clothing, Jasmine Tea Drink, 7-11, sanitary napkins, Coca-Cola have renewed their contract, letting them earn a total of NT$180million

New endorsements: MacDonald’s, Meng Niu Yogurt, Top Girl casual clothing earning a total of NT$52million

Shows that they have attended before: New Year Countdown, CNY party, Yuan Xiao dinner, Dinner & Dance, concerts and shows earning a eight figure sum.

New shows: Mazu Festival concert 2008 (4/4), Mainland Luoyang International Peony Festival concert (4/10) earning NT$7.2million

Artistes which they have asked for collaboration for new album: Jay Chou, LeeHom Wang, Shin of Mayday, Yuan Wei Ren, Kenji Wu, Fang Da Tong, TANK, Wu Bai, Zhang Xuan, etc

Artistes that they have received works from: Jay Chou, Shin of Mayday

Things that S.H.E have tried out: Singing, hosting, composing, endorsements, authors, dramas, dubbing, a total of 7 different things. Now the trio have movie scripts and drama scripts for them and the company have arranged for further discussion about it after they have released their album.

Source: HIM International
translated by : jastan87 of CEFC forum
credits : HIM International and CEFC

*they really make big money this year with lots of endorsement offer in their hands .am happy for them . jia you , S.H.E!!yeayy!!! I'm super excited for their new album and also their new idol dramas . really can't wait now . still 3 months to go before we get to listen to their new songs ..however .. have u all listen to the S.H.E's version of Olympic theme song ?? I like the song and this version better . it's so upbeat and catchy .

for those who haven't listen and might interested to listen , here's the link .

S.H.E - Hong Pian Quan Qiu (Olympic 2008 theme song - FULL VERSION)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVj3yp80RGo

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"Speed Racer" Rain Favors Hong Kong

South Korean actor Jung Ji-hoon ®, also known as Rain, is seen in a scene from "Speed Racer." The star has announced an April 23 visit to Hong Kong to promote his first Hollywood film. [File Photo: mtime.com]

South Korean singer-actor Jung Ji-hoon, also known as Rain, has announced an April 23 visit to Hong Kong to promote his first Hollywood film, "Speed Racer."

The pan-Asian star chose Hong Kong as the only Asian stop on his promotional itinerary out of his love for the city, Web site Sina.com.cn reported on Wednesday.

"Speed Racer," a work by "The Matrix" directors the Wachowski brothers, is slated to open in Hong Kong and North America in early May.

Jung plays a rookie racer in the live-action film adaptation of a Japanese animation. The film also stars award-winning Chinese actress Yu Nan as Jung's sister, and Hollywood stars, including Emile Hirsch, Christina Ricci, and Matthew Fox.

source: http://asianfanatics.net/forum/Speed-Racer-Rain-Favors-Hong-Kong-talk522483.html

Charlene at aiyaya signing ceremony, talking about Twins plan

Charlene Choi yesterday attended the Aiyaya opening/signing ceremony at Guangzhou. The event was a big success filled with laughters everywhere, Aiyaya express their excitement for Charlene to be thier advertiser by giving her a mini-crown, the meaning of her princess status for the brand. Moreover, Charlene herself express that putting on a crown is many female's dream, including herself to become a princess. The event attracted many reporters, however, many reporters were more interested in the reason why only Charlene was invited and not Twins as a whole.

Previous reports stated that Twins were part of the 7 figure contract with Aiyaya. The definite respond was after the "Colorful aperture," the company have requested to only use Charlene as their spokeperson. This report made reporters believe that it might be the end of Twins domination in the advertisement industry, before they were able to attracted fans from all ages, but now using Twins as a whole is limited to some companies. Senior media responder, Zha Xiaoxin said "Twins road ahead would be one that is difficult, as for the companies choice, it is only fair for them to chose spokepersons that they believe will bring them profit, no one want to lose money."

　Charlene at the signing ceremony was seen to be very happy, and her mood was very good, the entire time she was seen with smile on the face, occasionally she would joke with the host on stage, at one point telling a April fools jole. The entire activity has continued for nearly two hours, Charlene standed nearly continuously on stage: Signing, opens the champagne, toasts, the promulgation, etc. The company also specially organized a special fans gathering for Charlene at the ceremony. The fans known as "bean or sweet potato starch noodles" was very organized and were located infront and right under the stage. They planned very well, and showed their support by shouting out Charlene's name every several minutes. One voice shouted: “Charlene Choi you forever is our ice cream!” Causing Charlene to laugh uncontrolably on stage, but at the same time feel that the comment was too mushy. Fans also were allowed to go on stage and present their gift for Charlene, giving her pillows and little gifts they made.

　　Charlene is now no longer making outrageous remarks..

Continuously reports were made about Charlene always seen happy and smiling, but actually in later media interview, Charlene indicated that, “Own stand on stage is very lonely, before I have ah Gill to talk with,” in many reporter's surrounding, the in standing Charlene always cannot bear two legs is putting alternately, the body swings suspends (cannot bear being asked questions over and over again about past questions regarding her partner ah gill, when she herself and ah gill want to move on.)

　　Charlene said that,“I now am actually scared very much. Because I am a very frank or straightforward person." Before when she first entered the industry in general meetings, alot of time when she say something, because she don't think about the outcome of her comments, reporters and many people find her comments to be erroneous remarks, and offenssive. At present Charlene is very cautious of what she talk about, "I am scared of speaking more erroneous remark, because the present time is a sensitive time, the situation has already been made really complex, I do not want to add more to the situation and put into trouble.”

　　Charlene support Gillian choice to look forward to hollywood

　 　Charlene disclosed in an interview, "two people develop the center of gravity and difference." She said that, ah Gill is seeking the movie opportunity at present with Hollywood, and practicing Kung Fu nonstop. Charlene said she has once chatted with ah Gill about going to Hollywood, and the obstacles ah Gill might face if she (ah gill) was to develop in Hollywood, Ajiao hoped very much toward “hit the star” the aspect to develop. Charlene said she will give her own supported to ah Gill too, and believe that ah Gill can to develop in Hollywood: “Because at present many foregin countries' artists are going to Hollywood to expand their career, if one have acting background and practiced they have a chance to succeed, ah Gill have a background of acting, therefore I favor her very much.”

　　Regarding herself whether she would also march on to Hollywood, Charlene admits “I am not that ambitious, I could develop and expand well from Hong Kong, inland, asian market OK!” Although, Hollywood also has a movie and look for Charlene, Charlene said at present she felt more interested in the domestic industry. Charlene disclosed that she is soon to fly to Thailand to film for "Wind and cloud 2", she hoped oneself will be able to attempt different styles. She is now also considering a new script, “One that is also a very different style.”

source: http://asianfanatics.net/forum/Charlene-at-aiyaya-signing-ceremony+talking-about-Twins-plan-talk522480.html

Kim Myung Min and Lee Ji Ah in Korean version of Nodame Cantabile

Korean actress, Lee Ji Ah who became a rising star thanks to her role in last year’s epic drama, Tae Wang Sa Shin Gi has decided on her sophomore drama.

Six months after wrapping up the long and ardous filming for MBC’s Tae Wang Sa Shin Gi fantasy drama, Lee Ji Ah will return to our screens with charismatic actor, Kim Myung Min in MBC’s new drama, “Beethoven Virus”.

Beethoven Virus talks about a group of young people and their love for classical music. Because of it’s classical music theme, it’s been said that this is the Korean version of popular Japanese manga/anime, “Nodame Cantabile”. Lee Ji Ah plays a violinist with a “refined” and “feminine” outward appearance but yet possesses a lively and mischievous personality. Kim Myung Min as a strong-willed, perfectionist orchestra conductor. Other casts are yet to be decided.

“Beethoven Virus” is receiving lots of attention because it’s a comeback for both Lee Ji Ah and Kim Myung Min. This drama will be directed by Lee Jae Kyu of “Damo” fame. Since being confirmed for the drama, Lee Ji Ah has been taking violin lessons to look natural while playing the instrument.

The 16 episodes mini-series, “Beethoven Virus” is scheduled for July 2008.

source: http://asianfanatics.net/forum/Kim-Myung-Min-and-Lee-Ji-Ah-in-Korean-version-of-Nodame-Cantabile-talk522513.html

“Fated To Love You” ratings soar and hits new high, Ethan Ruan pledge to go vegetarian

TTV/SETTV idol drama “Fated To Love You” hits new high after only three episodes. The average rating is 5.18 and is the champion among idol dramas. When Ethan Ruan heard that the ratings hits new high at the site of filming, he said happily: “I am stunned! It’s already so high after only three episodes. If it really breaks 8 in future, I will go vegetarian on the 1st and 15th (of the lunar calendar) during the period when we are filming this drama.” The female lead Chen Qiao En said: “Then we can have celebrations feast every week!”

The ratings for “Fated To Love You” rose again when the third episode was aired last week. According to Nelson rating analysis, age 4 and above rating was 5.18 with the highest segment reaching 5.77. For the 15-44 age group, the average rating was 6.38 with the highest segment reaching 8.84. Regarding the rise in numbers, Ethan Ruan who was busy filming in Hsichih exclaimed: “There were more than 8 million people added together who watched our drama during the first episode and the repeat broadcast. I was thinking then that if this drama still doesn’t succeed, I will have to go back to Taichung and become a farmer.” Chen Qiao En and Ethan Ruan happily carried their grandma in the drama Tan Ai Zhen. Tan Ai Zhen joked: “In the past, Takeshi Kaneshiro carried me in a movie and now he has become an international star. Today you carried me also, so you will have a chance in future too!”

“Fated To Love You” is well-received by the audience. Many netizens dub Ethan Ruan as “idol drama’s new first brother” and Chen Qiao En as the “flower of idol drama”. When they heard the titles given to them by the netizens, Ethan said modestly “If the script is good, the entire team will be strong too. The veteran actors in the drama also add many points.” When Chen Qiao En heard that she is dubbed the flower of idol drama, she laughed and added: “Even if the ratings are high, we still have to wake up very early for filming.” The sweet talking Ethan even credits the soaring ratings to Tan Ai Zhen who is a vegetarian for twenty years. Ethan flattered her and said: “It must be granny who is a vegetarian and bring us good luck!” He words make Tan Ai Zhen very happy and she joked: “You can also go vegetarian together with me! Then the ratings will be even higher!” At this time, Chen Qiao En couldn’t help joking: “Xiao Tian wouldn’t be happy without meat. Asking him to go vegetarian is like asking for his life!” Under Chen Qiao En provocations and the looks of the people around him, Ethan Ruan had to promise: “If the rating for this drama breaks 8, then I will go vegetarian on the 1st and 15th (of the lunar calendar) during the period of filming for this drama! Actually in the past I made a pledge before, but I didn’t know where to buy vegetarian food. So on the days I was supposed to go vegetarian I didn’t eat for the entire day.” At this time Tan Ai Zhen said fondly: “In the future you can eat vegetarian food with me on the 1st and 15th. I won’t let you go without food.”

source: http://asianfanatics.net/forum/Fated-To-Love-You-ratings-soar-and-hits-new-high-Ethan-Ruan-pledge-to-go-vegetarian-talk522246.html

http://asianfanatics.net/forum/Han-Ji-Hye-consoles-Lee-Dong-Gun-on-her-minihompy-talk522201.html

Actress Han Ji Hye minihompy has always been one of the most popular ones around. Her break-up with Lee Dong Gun early this year in January after a four year relationship was lamented a pity by many fans.

Lee Dong Gun’s brother lost his life late last month in Sydney after a fatal stabbing incident involving possibly Asian crime gangs. According to sources, when Lee Dong Gun and Han Ji Hye was dating, the latter became very close to his brother and treated him like her own family. And because of this close relationship, Han Ji Hye broke down when she heard about his death.

Han Ji Hye wrote a “Keep fighting!” message recently. It’s speculated that it’s written for Lee Dong Gun who lost his brother and is now a hot topic in Korea.

Han Ji Hye had been to the mourning hall at the hospital on 28th March, just few hours after Lee Dong Gun bought his brother’s urn back from Australia. Eye-witnesses said once she reached the hospital, her tears just kept streaming down her face non-stop, paining everyone who was around her.

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