Shirley Yeung Subjected To Western 'Etiquette'

Alex Fong is the spokesperson for leather goods brand Rockport and he took part in a press event with Shirley Yeung yesterday. Shirley changed three times to model the various outfits and made some rather suggestive poses as she showed off the sexy outfits, including a seethrough top and a black bra underneath. No wonder that the International Vice President Mr Steve Holt put his hand around her waist as he accompanied her onto the stage and kissed her three times on the cheek in a show of 'etiquette' that pushed the limits of decency and left Shirley very embarrassed as she could not follow her instincts and pull away.

Afterwards, Shirley was asked how she felt and she replied that there was some confusion: "Foreigners are more open with their greetings and apart from my boyfriend, I am rarely hugged in that way." Asked if he held her during rehearsals, Shirley said at first that there was not this part in the rehearsals, but after she was reminded by her assistant, she corrected herself and said: "Oh, he did hug me, but not so far up." Asked if her fee went up with each kiss, she immediately denied this and says that he used to be a model too and has experience on the international stage, so he is very professional and it is no big deal. Although he did hold her quite tightly, he was just being friendly. She believes that her boyfriend will understand her line of work and will not be jealous.

Alex has worked with this company for ten years now and says that his fee has gone up each year. Asked what he bought his rumoured girlfriend Stephy Tang for her birthday earlier, he says: "Nothing, usually the whole company chips in so we don't have to buy her a present each." Talking of rumours about Stephy's new boyfriend director Yip Lim Sum, Alex avoids the question and says: "I won't interfere with other people's affairs and I don't know if it is true or not. I just know they have worked together and she knows him even better than she knows me."

Shirley Yeung in Enticing Gold Bra

Since Ella Koon's incident, there has been some concern amid the female celebrities, but for Shirley Yeung, she seemed fearless as she attracted the crowds at a fashion event earlier, showing her chest and a gold bra.

Guest modelling alongside Ana R and Rosemary at Italian brand iBLUES Autumn/Winter Event, Shirley's look appeared to be the sexiest of the evening as she wore a black seethrough top and a gold bra that peeped out from her top that had just arrived by air from Italy two hours previously.

The event was held at an open air restaurant in Pacific Place and many onlookers gathered around to watch and take photographs. During the interview, there were still many people trying to get close, but they were kept away by the PR staff and Shirley escaped safely. Asked if she was worried about being assaulted, she said: "I have done swimsuit shows before and this time I look more mature. I am not afraid, and there are sufficient security at the venue." (Will you get even more sexy?) "It depends on the event, beauty is more important." As Shirley left, many men chased alongside to try and take her photograph.

Shirley has been nominated this year for 'Best Actress' and 'Best Female Supporting Actress' at TVB's Anniversary Awards, but she was not in the prime position at the earlier lighting up ceremony. She says: "The position does not represent anything, my place was alright." She also says she is confident about winning the 'Best Supporting Actress Award' because her character was a disabled person and although the part was not very big, it was very memorable, so she is quite confident.

Can't Celebrate With Family On Mid-Autumn Festival

Yesterday Shirley Yeung was filming for her new TVB series "Predicting Fate" when she was asked how she was going to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. She says: "I have to film on that day, so I can't celebrate with boyfriend and family. We'll all go have dinner later instead." As for Ella Koon's incident being kissed by a stranger on stage, Shirley says: "It's so scary when you hear about it! No matter how much you like your idol, you can't do that. From now on, when I attend public functions, I'll look out and when I see something that's not right, I'll immediately move away."

Filming TVB Sales Presentation Serie "Exquisite Beauty"

Ada Choi, Anne Heung, Shirley Yeung, Bernice Liu, Leanne Li and Joyce Koi donned some beautiful ancient costumes as they filmed a TVB sales presentation clip for "Exquisite Beauty" yesterday. They were joined by nearly forty extras who played their maids in a very grand display. Playing the role of Wang Hsi-Feng, Ada led the ladies in their procession and displayed the power of a leader with each movement.

Afterwards, Ada laughs that in real life she is actually very pure and innocnet and is not full of aggression. With this being the first time that most of the cast members had worked together and she was regarded as a 'senior', she laughs: "No, don't say that. We are all around the same age and you can say I am a predecessor in the Miss Hong Kong contest, but in age terms, I might even be younger than them. However, I am very happy to film this clip because we all got on straight away."

During filming, Bernice was able to cry on cue and this is because she has had plenty of crying scenes in her latest series "Murder City Plot". She says: "Almost every day I have to cry and it makes me look like a crybaby. (Would you like to work with Ada?) Of course!" Anne loves filming ancient series because they are more dramatic: "When you wear the ancient costume, then then it is easier to get into character. Although I know Ada very well, we have never worked together, but I think working with her will be very pleasant."

Shirley was very pleased with her ancient look for the shoot and was snapping away with her camera together with the other cast. She says she likes Ada a lot and hopes to work with her: "Ada has a different character in each role she takes and changes a lot. I would like to work with her and learn from her. However, playing the villain is not easy at all and I did this in 'To Break Through Motion' earlier. Just understanding the character was very difficult and I ended up breaking out in spots because of the stress." She says that she has been to see the Western doctor and although it has improved, the medication makes her skin very dry, so she is considering trying a Chinese herbalist instead.

Shirley has put on a little weight because she has been eating a lot lately, despite working every day. She says: "I eat five meals a day now - breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and supper. I don't know if it is because I am filming an ancient series so it is not as obvious but I have to be careful."

Shirley Yeung & Steven Ma Drowning In Pig Baskets

Steven Ma and Shirley Yeung were filming a drowning scene for new series "Predicting Fate" yesterday. The story tells of Shirley being married in name only to Benny Chan, but when her romance with Steven is found out, they are picked out as being unfaithful and punished by being drowned in pig baskets.

Filming at the beach yesterday, the heat was unbearable and after being exposed to the baking sun all day, it was very hard for them both. Steven says: "The basket was small and the wood had splinters that were quite painful. Drowning in pig baskets is very inhumane and was a great humiliation. However, I have never filmed anything like this before and being carried and then lying inside gave me a rest, so it was quite good fun." The crew found the biggest basket available from the prop department, but after twisting in, he still found it very tight and restrictive. "Only after trying it today have I realised what a large pig I am," he laughs.

In order to avoid Steven and Shirley suffering from sunburn, the lighting crews would help to cover them up in between takes. Seeing the lighting assistant wearing his sunglasses, Steven asked for his own glasses too, saying he wanted to play an "Ancient James Bond in a Pig Basket". Brian Wong and the other cast all laughed that even in death he was living it up, but Steven and the others did not have the assistance to help shield the sun, they would have become 'roast pigs' instead! Shirley had also prepared a parasol to avoid being burned by the sun. She says: "Drowning in pig baskets is quite hard and I think this punishment is very cruel."

Special Guest For New Brand "Skin Food"

Yesterday, Shirley Yeung and Vincy Chan attended the opening ceremony of the new brand "Skin Food" as special guests. Shirley and Vincy both say that, although they are guests at this function, they need to have an understanding of the product before accepting the job as a guest promoting it.

A few days ago was the blessing ceremony of the new TVB serie "Predicting Fate", cast member Benny Chan was the only one who called Producer Tsui Yu On, telling him he was feeling unwell - being unable to attend the ceremony. There have been rumours going around saying Benny have been constantly arriving late, making other cast members very unhappy. Producer Tsui says: "When working there will definitely be this sort of thing happening, it's not just him ?late comers are boys and girls. The problem isn't serious."

Supporting the new "introduce fines to those who arrive late" policy, Shirley says at the moment there is no one who is being asked for a fine, so everyone can start work on time.

Steven Ma Against Late-Comers

The studio blessing ceremony took place for TVB's new series "Predicting Fate", attended by cast members Steven Ma, Shirley Yeung, Brian Wong and producer Tsui Yu On. The other leading male Benny Chan called the producer just before the event to advise he would not be attending due to illness.

Reports suggest that since this series started filming, there have been incidents of people arriving late and leading to delays in shoots. When Steven was asked to verify this, he immediately said: "I am a very punctual person myself, but those who are late make it very unfair to those who arrive on time. Sometimes being 30 minutes late is acceptable, but you cannot be two or three hours late all the time. I know that some of the directors have reflected this back to the producer, who has taken steps to ensure that morale is maintained." Steven suggests that to encourage punctuality, they should introduce fines for those who arrive late. He says: "Even $1 a minute would be good, we can use the money to buy food for everyone else. (Are you not afraid this will spoil the relationship between artistes?)This is about attitude to work and have those who arrive late ever spared a thought for the other people? I am targeting the situation and not the person, so I am not afraid."

As for Shirley, she indicates that she has not been hindered by tardy colleagues and says: "I have never experienced waiting several hours for one person. Normally it happens when it is rainy and this can't be helped. However, if Steven launches the fine system, then I will support him." Producer Tsui indicated that Benny was absent due to illness, but he will be coming in to film at 8pm. He says: "Maybe he has been working too hard for the past few days, but I will find out what has happened. (Are there often people arriving late on this series?) It is not just him, there are many people who are late, men and women and not just him. I will address this with them individually."