[2026.10.15] FOR THE WEEK ENDING SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 2026

For the week ending Sunday, October 11 2026

10 PRIMETIME
    d. Lance Oppenheim
    Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Phoebe Bridgers

  9 AVENGERS: ENDGAME ENCORE
    d. Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
    Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth,
      Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd,
      Brie Larson, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Benedict Wong,
      Jon Favreau, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, Josh Brolin

  8 GOOD TRIP
  Can : Ngor Ah Deh Seung Lui Hung
  Lit : My Dad Wants To Travel
    d. Norris Wong Yee Lam, Wong Hoi
    Nick Cheung Ka Fai, Chung Suet Ying,
      Philip Keung Ho Man, Yoyo Mung Ka Wai,
      Stanley Yau Si Chun, THAIMAY, Philip Ng Wan Lung
  Rating : IIA
  Length : 108 mins.
  Opening September 17 2026
  Opening September 25 2026 (SPECIAL SCREENING)
  Opening September 30 2026 at the Pingyao International Film Festival
  Opening October 15 2026
  Trailer : https://youtu.be/m5vB-wu6RSY

[ HONG KONG ASIAN FILM FINANCING FORUM WORK-IN-PROGRESS PROJECT ]
    Shan, an art assistant, juggles responsibilities on the film set and at the hospital, where she cares for her father, Kueng, who has cancer. During her time at the hospital, Shan is tasked by the crew to collect a big bowl from the prop-studio. At her father's request, they discreetly leave the hospital together, embarking on an unexpected journey from the studio to Macau, and subsequently to Okinawa, allowing Kueng to address his unfulfilled wishes. Following his peaceful passing, Shan inherits not only memories but also a lasting sense of courage, optimism, and imaginative spirit that sustains her throughout life.

[ SCREENDAILY 2026 FILMART DAILIES ]
    Starring Nick Cheung and Chung Suet Ying, this Hong Kong comedy drama follows a film assistant who sneaks her dying father out of hospital to fulfil his last wish for an impromptu trip to Japan. Mabel Cheung serves as producer for Wong, winner of best new director at the Hong Kong Film Awards for her 2019 debut My Prince Edward, and Wong Hoi, who produced Wong's second feature The Lyricist Wannabe. Backed by Hong Kong Film Development Council's Directors' Succession Scheme, Good Trip is presented at the HKIFF Industry Project Market at Filmart.

  7 HEART OF THE BEAST
    d. David Ayer
    Brad Pitt, J.K. Simmons, Anna Lambe

  6 MASTERMIND
  Can : Jing Jin
  Lit : Detective War
    d. James Hung Ling Ching
    Louis Koo Tin Lok, Ci Sha, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Gardner Tse Kwan Ho,
      Amy Lo Wai Man, Ben Yuen Fu Wa, Alan Yeung Wai Lun,
      Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, , Jeffrey Ngai Chun Sun
  Rating : IIB
  Length : 90 mins.
  Opening October 1 2026 in the mainland
  Opening October 8 2026
  Trailer : https://youtu.be/k0pvuxEOYTA

[ HONG KONG MOVIE 6 ]
    A suspect, unsuccessfully pursued by an unknown killer, mysteriously vanished from the detention cell in H City. Baffling by the case, Agent MO received a bewildering message from his friend YANG, the fugitive was found dead in a locked records vault of the Investigation Bureau headquarter, just 10 kilometers away. How did he escape from the detention cell and slip into the headquarters' records vault, moving from one 'sealed room' to another?

    The murder bullet was later confirmed to be MO's so-called lucky bullet, rattling the City Government Intelligence Bureau. The suspect's death was bizarre, and Intelligence Bureau Commissioner BI was drawn into the vortex of the unsolved case. MO himself became the prime suspect, now hunted by both the underworld and the authorities. A mind-bending, tangled plot ensues. MO, YANG, and BI are manipulated by fate, forced to confront the a sensational and fiendishly difficult case!

  5 THE MAGE
  Can : SUP FONG FAT SI
  Lit : SCAVENGER PRIEST
    d. Danny Pang Fat, Oxide Pang Chun
    Josie Ho Chiu Yi, Iman Taheri, Carlos Chan Ka Lok
      German Cheung Man Kit, Kathy Yuen (Tong Yee), Sabrina Ng Bing,
  Rating : IIB
  Length : 97 mins.
  Opening July 3 2026 at the 30th Bucheon Fantastic Film Festival
  Opening September 14 2026 at the Bangkok International Film Festival
  Opening October 8 2026
  Trailer : https://youtu.be/x0dCziepGSg
  Site : https://www.bifan.kr/eng/program/program_view.asp?pk_seq=8219&sc_category_seq=9002&sc_num=1&actEvent=view

[ THE 30TH BUCHEON FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL ]
    In the early 1990s, this city of desire, once "paved with gold," had fallen into a state of broken order and rampant crime. Man Zi-Keung, a worker, is determined to rewrite his fate. After meeting flight attendant Lok Ka-Yuen, the two join forces to commit a heist, seizing a huge sum of money. This success drives Man Zi-Keung to ever greater extremes, pushing him and wealthy businessman Chan Fai-Yin deeper into a vortex of escalating confrontation. Meanwhile, mainland police officer Qi Honggang and Hong Kong police officer Kwan So-San persist in investigating Man Zi-Keung. With the two police forces joining hands, the clash between good and evil is on the verge of eruption. In Hong Kong's East Forest Park, scavenger Lan Pui Ching discovers a hanging corpse that triggers memories of a tragic mistake thirteen years earlier. Once a spirit medium, she manipulated a young girl into suicide for money, leaving her haunted by guilt and visions of restless souls.

    Now seeking redemption, Lan collects strange objects believed to carry the spirits of those who died unnatural deaths. When police officer Huang Ming investigates a series of suspicious "accidents," he repeatedly encounters her at the scenes. Through her connection with the dead, Lan reveals that these deaths are actually murders carefully disguised as mishaps.

    Together they must confront a terrifying supernatural truth before they become the killer's next victims.

[ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER FILMART 2025 ]
    In his first acting role in The Mage, Taheri plays the logically- minded chief of police who is at loggerheads with the titular mystic, played by Ho, while investigating a series of mysterious crimes.

  4 OTHER MOMMY
    d. Rob Savage
    Jessica Chastain, Jay Duplass, Arabella Olivia Clark
      Dichen Lachman, Arian Moayed, Karen Allen

  3 V
  Can : Hung Cheung
  Lit : Empty Gun
    d. Han Yan
    Zhu Yilong, Tan Jianci, Tony Leung Ka Wai, Michelle Wai Sze Nga,
      Kara Wai Ying Hung, Selena Lee Sze Wah, Ben Yuen Fu Wah,
      Ni Dahong, Cecilia Yip Tung, Huang Jue, Yu Haoming,
      Aarif Rahman (Lee Chi Ting),
      Eddie Cheung Siu Fai, Lam Suet, Wang Ge, Ray Lao, Zhao Runnan
  Rating : III
  Length : 160 mins.
  Opening September 25 2026
  Trailer : https://youtu.be/UuJ7EOTzTPk

[ BROADWAY CIRCUIT ]
    In the early 1990s, this city of desire, once "paved with gold," had fallen into a state of broken order and rampant crime. Man Zi-Keung, a worker, is determined to rewrite his fate. After meeting flight attendant Lok Ka-Yuen, the two join forces to commit a heist, seizing a huge sum of money. This success drives Man Zi-Keung to ever greater extremes, pushing him and wealthy businessman Chan Fai-Yin deeper into a vortex of escalating confrontation. Meanwhile, mainland police officer Qi Honggang and Hong Kong police officer Kwan So-San persist in investigating Man Zi-Keung. With the two police forces joining hands, the clash between good and evil is on the verge of eruption.

  2 PUELLA MAGI MADOKA MAGICA THE MOVIE -WALPURGISNACHT RISING-
    d. Akiyuki Shinbo, Yukihiro Miyamoto
    Japanese Animation
  Rating : IIA
  Length : 120 mins.
  Opening August 2026 in Japan
  Opening October 8 2026

  1 RESIDENT EVIL
    d. Zach Cregger
    Austin Abrams, Zach Cherry, Kali Reis, Paul Walter Hauser

[2026.10.14] FOR THE WEEK STARTING SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 2026

For the week starting Saturday, October 10 2026 (Week 41)

VIUTV CHILL CLUB CHART

  5 SWEET ENOUGH
  Can : Boon Tong Hui Bing
  Tr33 and Edan Lui Cheuk On

https://youtu.be/yTwn6nepHFM

  4 AT LEAST A HUG
  Can : Ji Siu Seung Yung Moot Chor
  MC Cheung Tin Fu

https://youtu.be/4iU8m_cfgwA

  3 OVERHEAT
  Gin Lee Hung Ngai

https://youtu.be/MtlgK280EcQ

  2 THE ULTIMATE TRACK
  Can : Ji Juen Gor
  Alfred Hui Ting Hung

https://youtu.be/Udcg09cfjPY

  1 WAIT WAIT WAIT WAIT
  Can : Dun Dun Dun Dun
  Joey Yung Cho Yi

https://youtu.be/oSkYxhne3lA

[2026.10.14] ANGELA YUEN SPEAKS OUT AFTER SUFFERING IN SILENCE FOR SIX MONTHS

Angela Yuen has held back for a long time and decided to muster up the courage to uncover her scars

With similar experiences, Fish Liew appreciates Angela Yuen for speaking up and watches over her

Jennifer Yu forwards the long post and supports Angela Yuen with action 

Jace Chan at an event states that she absolutely would not tolerate anything simiilar happening again
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Angela Yuen criticizes issues like the misogynistic culture and sexual harassment, receiving praises from within the industry for daring to speak up

Chung Suet Ying through social media publicizes a capture of a reporter's criticism of WE ARE BORN GOOD, stating that he is trying to get attention for his wild comments

Amy Lo enjoys bag shopping, which does not interfere with him making money for his family

Jace Chan encourages other women to bravely express their own views, especially when running into sexual harassment they even have to immediately speak out against it
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Chung Suet Ying expressed her displeasure after culture journalist "Red Eye" (Wong Wing Leung) described her new film, WE ARE BORN GOOD (SIN NAM SHUN NUI), as a "rare erotic performance" in her career, stating frankly that she found such sensationalist language off- putting. Angela Yuen Lai Lam followed suit by speaking out against misogynistic culture; early yesterday morning she published a lengthy post titled "The Apology That Will Never Come" on social media. She revealed that during a previous interview with "Red Eye" to promote the film GAMER GIRLS (DIN GAING NUI HAI), he humiliated her by saying, "It feels like I'm sitting at a hostess table." She also disclosed that since entering the industry, she had experienced verbal and even physical sexual harassment from directors, cinematographers, and senior actors. The incident sparked a massive response; the Internet praised their courage, and numerous figures including award-winning actresses Jennifer Yu Heung Ying and Fish Liew Chi Yu, TV Best Actresses Myolie Wu Hung Yi and Natalie Tong Sze Wing, singer Serrini, and influencer Coffee Lam Chin Yu, left messages of support. The journalist involved explained that he had made a "terrible joke," acknowledged his gaffe, and issued a formal apology.

Triggered by the way Chung Suet Ying had been unfairly characterized as giving an "erotic performance," Yuen Lai Lam reposted a column she had previously written for "CITY MAGAZINE" on social media yesterday, drawing widespread attention. In the article, she recounted her dissatisfaction when the journalist likened the actresses of GAMER GIRLS to nightclub hostesses -- a remark for which he offered no apology. She wrote, "The male journalist, who serves as editor-in-chief for multiple cultural magazines and is a recipient of local literary awards, sat down and immediately opened with the line, 'It feels like I'm sitting at a hostess table,' casually sexualizing a serious film interview and framing it in the context of a nightclub." Instead of apologizing immediately for the slip-up, he tried to make excuses; Yuen reiterated that "that remark was highly inappropriate" and demanded he "shut up or apologize." The interview proceeded as planned, but Yuen described feeling forced to suppress her emotions at the time, even going so far as to blame herself—wondering if she had been "insufficiently gracious or polite" or had "disrupted the flow of the interview."

In her writing, she recounts years of experiences involving verbal harassment, gratuitous sexualization, and belittlement by men, much of which occurred after she entered the industry. For instance, a male director bluntly remarked that her "look" wasn't the type that made men want to sleep with her, while an intoxicated on-screen colleague asked her in Japanese, "Do you like my [genitals]?" A male actor teased the camera crew, claiming they had positioned the jib crane to get a high-angle shot of another actress's cleavage; even worse, a senior actor repeatedly joked on set that she was looking for an excuse to kiss him, only to improvise a kiss, one not in the script, without any prior discussion. Yuen Lai Lam speaks candidly about the heavy price of speaking out publicly. Whenever a woman accuses someone of misconduct, society tends to follow a familiar script: questioning the victim's motives (accusing them of seeking fame), scrutinizing why they did not resist immediately, and ultimately resorting to character assassination. This harsh moral judgment, often far more severe than the scrutiny faced by the perpetrator, creates a chilling effect that caused many victims to remain silent. Every "little joke" and every criticism asking why a victim could not "be a good sport" serves to reinforce a system that permits the objectification of women. She states, "What society needs is not merely an apology that will likely never come, but a complete overhaul of the cultural landscape. We must stop viewing such offenses as isolated incidents and instead confront the underlying systemic issues that deny women their agency and professional dignity."

Yuen Lai Lam and Chung Suet Ying have never publicized that culture journalist's identity. Wong Wing Leung, a cultural journalist known by the pen name "Red Eye", publicly apologized for the incident involving Yuen Lai Lam and Chung Suet Ying. He admitted to making "two very poor, highly inappropriate jokes," noting that he was aware at the time that Yuen Lai Lam found them offensive. Red Eye expressed deep shame, acknowledging that after his gaffe, the interview could only be completed thanks to other interviewees stepping in to smooth over the awkward situation. He admitted that failing to offer a formal apology to the interviewees at the time was a case of "poor handling." He had been unaware of the deep distress his words caused Angela Yuen and the others; it was only upon learning early yesterday morning that Yuen Lai Lam had revisited the incident that he realized the repercussions of his gaffe. He expressed a desire to offer a sincere apology to Yuen Lai Lam and the other interviewees. He stated that he "had no intention of arguing his case," acknowledging that he "often speaks without a filter and says the wrong thing, often in an unseemly manner." He cited a recent example from last weekend, where he posted careless remarks on social media after watching the production WE ARE BORN GOOD; realizing how inappropriate that was, he apologized repeatedly for his behavior. However, the public remained unconvinced, harshly criticizing the apology for relying on "wordplay" while failing to include the actual words "I am sorry." Numerous industry figures, including award-winning actress Yu Heung Ying, TV Best Actress Wu Hung Yi, Jace Chan Hoi Wing, Kayan9896, and Kaki Sham, voiced their support for Angela. Yu Heung Ying shared the lengthy post to back her, while another award-winning actress, Liew Chi Yu, revealed in an interview that she had experienced similar incidents. "I’ve encountered such situations frequently, both while growing up and after entering the industry, though I cannot fully articulate them in a few words, nor do I intend to cite specific examples. I was deeply moved after reading Angela's post last night; I am grateful to her for writing it so coherently and bravely. I hope everyone reads the entire piece carefully, her intention was not to stoke gender conflict, so please do not take her words out of context."

As the incident continued to unfold, Yuen Lai Lam issued another statement emphasizing that neither she nor Chung Suet Ying would publicly reveal the journalist's identity. She noted that within the industry, a person's specific identity is less important than the issue itself, and the aim of her post was not to expose the name for the sake of public trial or to damage anyone's career. She received widespread support, with many praising her for setting a positive example. Yuen Lai Lam responded, "If I, possessing some degree of a platform, am afraid to take action, what hope is there for the little girl hiding in the corner?" She insisted she did not wish to be put on a pedestal, describing herself as an ordinary young woman who also experiences nervousness and internal struggle.

Jace Chan and Anson Lo Hon Ting (AL) attended a brand event in Tsim Sha Tsui yesterday. The former is filming the Hong Kong version of "LONG VACATION" and plays a couple with Anson Kong Ip Sang (AK). She said, "There are some emotional scenes, but there are no intimate scenes." Jace learned that Yuen Lai Lam had published a long article online regarding sexual harassment in the workplace. She admitted that it resonated and felt that Yuen Lai Lam did very well. "The article is right, not to target someone but the entire culture; how can we do a little better. Regarding gender and respect, we can add more understanding and discussion. Actually many girls have had similar (sexual harassment) experience, on which traditional education seems not to have trained us how to handle. We ever worry that once spoken up, would we be accused for 'thinking too much' or 'the problem is me'?"

Jace also had an unpleasant experience, "When I just started in the business and worked on a movie, the photographer said, 'Raise the camera high from an overhead shot', 'set up POV and see'. I would directly reflect, 'Don't say that, it makes me feel comfortable'. He immediately responded, 'Sorry, I didn't mean it'. I have run into even more excessive incidents, including being touched on the hip or chest, some disrespectful words. Sometimes I feel very scared, may not dare to express immediately. Later I get mad at myself, and only know how to walk away with a smile." She also said, "In similar situations, not everyone know to express themselves. Thank you ladies (Yuen Lai Lam and Chung Suet Ying) for bravely responding and setting a good example." She encourages girls with similar issues to be brave and express themselves. "No one should be afraid, we need to communicate more in hopes of everyone having room for improvement."

[2026.10.14] SIMON YAM HAS TO SEE A DOCTOR AFTER WORKING IN SPECIAL EFFECT MAKE UP IN HIGH HEAT

Ci Sha, Simon Yam and Amy Lo work together on MASTERMIND. The two young actors both see Brother Wa as their role model
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The four Best Actors Louis Koo Tin Lok, Simon Yam Tat Wa, Gardner Tse Kwan Ho, Eddie Cheung Siu Fai and the young new generation Ci Sha and Amy Lo Wai Man starred suspenseful crime action film MASTERMIND (JING JIN) is in release in Hong Kong. In the film Ci Sha and Lo Wai Man received acting lessons from their elders, reflecting the passing of the torch. Off screen they also felt the professionalism and way the elders live, and benefited a lot.

Yam Tat Wa in MASTERMIND appeared with long hair and beard to play the big villain role. He said that he has not been with long hair for a long time, and this time the role was very domineering and had a strong desire for control. In the film Brother Wa needed special effect make up, but the shoot took place in the scorching Hong Kong summer. The temperature was over 40 degrees Celsius with lighting in the studio. "A scarred face wasn't AI but really special effect makeup. Because it was too hot, the make up required constant air conditioning and touching up. After two full nights of fight senes, one side of my face was cold but the other side was sweating just like 'Chung Mo Yim'. After the shoot I had a skin reaction, needed to see a doctor and take medication." Yet he pointed out that Ci Sha had a even more difficult time. He grew up in the north, despite constantly sweating he still coordinated with the fighting, without any complaints and was very dedicated. Brother Wa for the first time worked with Ci Sha, and felt that he was young and talented; a very creative professional actor who familiarized himself with the script before every performance, then took the initiative to discuss with the director how to perform the best.

In the film Brother Wa had to slap Ci Sha hard. The shot took 5 total takes. Both insist against using cheat cut, Brother Wa's heart ached for Ci Sha for being slapped by him five times. Ci Sha in turn said that it was not rough at all and even praised Brother Wa for hitting very professionally. "The force was a range that I can bear, as a professional actor, whatever should be in the theatrical task I should also be able to complete."

Lo Wai Man played the forensic doctor for the first time, doing her homework before the performance to get close to the role. Brother Wa said that Amy often kept her eyes fixed on him and Ci Sha on the set, and treated them like "dead bodies". Amy explained that she wanted to put herself into the role faster. She even studied the anatomy books to understand the muscle arrangement, and made a non-medicated rose perfume. Because in the film she had non-medicated rose nail polish, she put on this perfume as soon as she put on the costume in hopes of helping herself getting into the role faster. Amy also has a large number of gun action scenes in the film, on the set several stunt team big brothers have reminded her to keep a firm footing. She was interested in shooting and has practiced, the resulting performance at the shoot also surprised everyone. Amy wanted to try more in the future, and she would not mind in order to be an action actress.

Two young new generation actors have benefited a lot from working with elder Yam Tat Wa. Amy admitted from Brother Wah she has learned to "handle with ease". Off screen Brother Wa is very friendly, a big brother who would ensure that everyone was at ease on the set. On screen he is a professional actor who can immediately get into the role on the spot, without looking at the post production editing his acting could already be completely imagined. Ci Sha also had the same feeling. From Brother Wa he has learned as an actor he not only had to be literate, but also be kind and friendly to people; which is worthy for them to learn from.

Ci Sha stated that he was a little nervous about working with several Best Actors on the new film. He was born in a remote region. After learning that Koo Tin Lok has donated money to build many schools in the mountain region, his respect for him has been building for a long time. Being able to work with him this time felt very special. "In the film he is a godlike idol, teaching me skills and about life; off screen I also feel how great he is. In the past I have enjoyed his film and television work, and seen him done a lot of charity work. Thus on and off screen I respect him very much."

[2026.10.13] POLE DANCING LEAVES CATHERINE CHAU AND THAIMAY WITH INJURIES ALL OVER

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Yeung Nga Man (starting left), Elaine Jin and Catherine Chau through BIRD OF PARADISE share the search for self worth and the experience of generational reconciliation between three generations of women

Catherina Chau suffers fractures from practicing hard on pole dancing and has to stop work. She admits that the psychological pressure can rival the physical pain

Yeung Nga Man makes her big screen debut, as BIRD OF PARADISE and GOOD TRIP are released around the same time
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The film BIRD OF PARADISE (MA YEUNG NIN WA) centers on themes of women seeking self-worth and reconciling across generations. Elaine Jin (Kam Yin Ling) and Catherine Chau Ka Yee star as mother and daughter for the first time; Chau also bonded with co-star Yeung Nga Man (THAIMAY) while undergoing rigorous pole-dancing training. Off-screen and on, these three actresses, representing different generations, grapple with confusion, emotional wounds, and personal obsessions, ultimately learning to embrace their true selves through dance and the passage of time. The 71 year old Kam Yin Ling took up singing to pursue her dream of performing at the Hong Kong Coliseum; the 47 year old Chau Ka Yee obtained a racing license to join a team for professional competitions; and the 24 year old THAIMAY has a simpler goal: to travel abroad and broaden her horizons.

Chau Ka Yee has long expressed a desire to work with Kam Yin Ling, now that dream has finally come true. On their very first day of filming, they shot the movie's most poignant scene: a heart-to-heart between mother and daughter on the beach. Kam Yin Ling praised Chau Ka Yee's deeply moving performance, noting that acting opposite her was a delight. Chau Ka Yee, in turn, remarked that Sister Kam's commanding presence helped her instantly immerse herself in the role; she was particularly overcome with emotion when Kam delivered lines about her father. "The moment she spoke about Papa, wow! My eyes already welled up. That sense of genuine warmth made it so easy to get into character."

While the mother character appears scatterbrained and comical throughout the film, the beach scene reveals her most grounded and sincere emotions. In real life, Kam Yin Ling is equally candid in her relationship with her daughter. Speaking about missing her daughter's wedding in Spain last year, she explained, "I had divorced my ex-husband when my daughter was nine; I didn't want to see him or pretend that everything was fine. Fortunately, my daughter understood and accepted this." Before the wedding, her daughter came to Hong Kong to choose a gown and invited Kam Yin Ling to take traditional Chinese-style wedding photos as a keepsake. She initially turned down the idea but later realized she had overlooked her daughter's wishes and feelings, prompting an immediate apology. "I thought she was picking the dress too early and that shopping in Hong Kong was inconvenient. I even called a halt to the 8 a.m. photo shoot because I was worried my face looked puffy. It turned out she just wanted Mama's love and company; if I hadn't participated at all, her wedding would have been left with a regret. So, I immediately asked a friend for help, and we successfully completed the shoot." When asked if she was eager for grandchildren, she shared her own experiences and advised her daughter to think carefully before having children. "Back then, I gave up my acting career and moved to the UK to have my daughter. I didn't go out to eat for the first two years of her life; I felt like I had lost my sense of self and was very unhappy. I suffered from postpartum depression and cried constantly." It was not until her daughter started school at age four that she rediscovered herself through learning Latin dance.

To pull off the pole dancing scenes, Chau Ka Yee and "THAIMAY" paid a heavy price. Lacking sufficient muscle mass due to inadequate protein intake, the former pushed herself too hard, suffered a cracked rib, and caused production to halt for a month. She recalled, "I was terrified. My rib was cracked but filming wasn't finished. The crew was waiting for me. The mental pressure was immense." She joked that the ordeal turned her into a "woman easily prone to injury." Overcoming the pain to execute high-difficulty moves proved to be a greater challenge than wearing the revealing dance costumes. Meanwhile, 24- year-old THAIMAY pushed past her limits in just two or three months, successfully mastering the difficult "left leg hang" move. Despite having a background in dance, the friction of the pole against the tender inner thighs caused excruciating pain, akin to "wringing out a towel", and bruising or blistering became the norm. "It was truly painful; I had to wait for the wounds to heal before practicing again, but the process also taught me a more elegant and feminine aesthetic of movement."

THAIMAY plays a student with many admirers. Yet in real life, she self-deprecatingly admits to having been quite submissive in past relationships, often treated by boys merely as "one of the guys." She laughs, "In the past, I didn't dare confess my feelings to the person I liked; instead, I'd help them pursue other girls just to get closer to them." She also reveals a story about a failed first love. "I was very shy back then. The most intimate interaction I had with my boyfriend was studying together in a quiet study room, each in our own cubicle, without even holding hands. He felt it didn't really count as dating, which left me heartbroken for a long time." Today, her perspective on romance has shifted significantly. "I'll take the initiative to pursue a guy, cater to his interests, and drop hints."

Kam Yin Ling notes that she has recently discovered singing helps prevent the aging of the brain and throat. Consequently she has taken up singing again and hopes to appear as a guest performer at the Hong Kong Coliseum. "At this age, one must still have dreams and be prepared for opportunities when they arise." Chau Ka Yee has obtained a racing license and hopes to form a team for professional racing; she says, "Auto racing is a passionate sport. I'm currently looking for sponsors and hope to make it happen next year." Regarding relationships, she takes a "let nature take its course" approach, finding inner peace through meditation and Zen practices. THAIMAY hopes to host travel shows or attend film festivals to broaden her horizons. "I visited Angkor Wat in Cambodia and was deeply moved; the stone architecture possesses immense artistic craftsmanship and beauty."

[2026.10.13] DEAD END'S BUSAN PREMIERE RECEIVES ENTHUSIASTIC RESPONSE

First time Busan Film Festival participants Lokman Yeung and Hedwig Tam have Maggie Siu by their side and feels a little more secure

Fala Chen remembers to get a photo with director Zhang Yimou
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The Isabella Lam Lok Hin written and directed, Soi Cheang Pou Soi produced Hong Kong film DEAD END (BEI SAT DIK NA TIN) was officially selected for the 31st Busan International Film Festival "Vision Asia" competition section, and completed the world premiere in South Korea on October 10th. Lam Lok Hin led the stars Lokman Yeung, Hedwig Tam Sin Yin and Maggie Siu Mei Kei to Busan to attend the red carpet and the post screening talk and interact face-to-face with the local audience. The film was the 7th "First Feature Film Initiative" Higher Education Institution Group award-winning project, and also the first feature film of Lam Lok Hin. The story revolved around a family death that has been sealed for many years, exploring trauma, memory and human nature in a suspenseful way. On the day of the premiere, the three actors had their own characteristics: Lokman Yeung appeared with a black leather coat with a shirt and tie, Tam Sin Yin wore a beige knitted top with a long skirt, and Siu Mei Kei showed her ability in a black suit. The four of them took a photo together in front of the poster to witness the work on the international stage.

The premiere attracted a group of Hong Kong fans to fly to Busan, bringing together the support items to cheer the team and making the atmosphere more lively. In the post-screening exchange, Yeung Lok Man said that this was the first time he watched the work on the big screen. The details and emotions were magnified and he got into the story even more. He was surprised by the depth of the audience's questions. "People from different cultural backgrounds, with their own perspective, interpret our city, the process is very interesting." The host mentioned that similar social phenomena have appeared in South Korea in recent years, which has resonated with local audiences. Yeung Lok Man could not believe it. "The film can resonate across regions, which is exactly its magical power." Lokman participated in the Busan Film Festival for the first time and was both excited and nervous. He said being able to bring the work to meet the audience from around the entire world was a very valuable experience. He thanked Siu Mei Kei for giving him a lot of inspiration on his performance, especially in handling the delicate and emotional scenes. She would take the initiative and share her experience for him to get into character as quickly as possible.

Tam Sin Yin found the enthusiasm of the Busan audience deeply memorable, referring to how invested everyone was throughout the whole process. The audience was actively participating in the exchange, and expressed a strong interest in the origin of the creation and the concept of the director. Bringing a new work to participate in the festival after A MONTAGE OF THE MODERN MOTHERHOOD (FU DUK BUT), she was honored. This trip was particularly unforgettable. Siu Mei Kei admitted that she was tense at the premiere, not for herself but for the first time director Lam Lok Hin. "This is the director's first time, I hope the work is loved, and for more opportunities for collaboration in the future." She said humorously that only when the director has work, would the actors and the behind-the-scenes have started. She said that this character was heavy, during the shoot she never smiled. Because of the new director and the excellent script she decided to accept the role. She called on the public to support Hong Kong films. Lam Lok Hin thanked the film festival for the invitation and the audience for attending, and hoped that the film would visit more countries and regions and eventually be released in Hong Kong for local audiences to enjoy.

The entire Busan region in Korea was rather cheerful, as film festival related events invited actors from many different nations to attend. Among them "Hong Kong Night" has already successfully taken place, artists including Fala Chen, Siu Mei Kei, Lokman, Derek Tsang Kwok Cheung, Tam Sin Yin and Nancy Sit Ka Yin appeared. Even mainland director Zhang Yimou showed his support. Reporteldy, Fala Chen this time would be the "International Film Camp" ambassador and judge and responsible for evaluating Asia's new generation young directors and creative talent. At the same time she took time to attend "Hong Kong night" and had a great time chatting with other guests.

[2026.10.12] CATHERINE CHAU LACKS MUSCLES, ADMITS TO BEING A WOMAN PRONE TO INJURY

Elaine Jin (center) is happy to work with juniors Catherina Chau (left) and Peter Chan (right) and set off many sparks

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The film BIRD OF PARADISE (NA YEUNG NIN WA) held a charity premiere the night before, and actors Catherine Chau Ka Yee, Elaine Jin Yan Ling (Kam Yin Ling), Peter Chan Charm Man, THAIMAY Yeung Nga Man, Jayden Cheung Dik Man and the lead singer of the film theme song Gin Lee Hung Ngai attended.

The lead actress Chau Ka Yee for the film practiced pole dancing hard. Although the process was difficult, but during the shooting she was very happy. The relationships between the actors were more like a family. Chan Charm Man said that when he and Chau Ka Yee, who played the role of his wife in the film, shot a deep conversation scene, he had a fever and suffering from influenza A. With cold sweats he spoke affectionately that day. After the shoot was completed, he also transmitted the germs to Chau Ka Yee, causing her to have fever, chills and nausea. Chau Ka Yee also revealed that she was accidentally injured in order to perform the pole dance. She said that due to the lack of muscle strength during the early stage of the shooting, when shooting a scene of lifting up her legs and pressing her body to the pole, her ribs were cracked due to insufficient support and she needed to stop work for nearly three weeks. However she did not take the opportunity to be lazy, instead she used the rest period to strengthen the muscles and finally successfully completed the shoot. Kam Yin Ling also praised Chau Ka Yee as very hard working and a very outstanding actor.

As for Chau Ka Yee's recent injury from her online show's auto racing shoot, she clarified that she had her racing certificate but her vertebrae cracked from working out. "I am truly a woman who is prone to injury, and the cause of this injury is lack of sleep and not having enough muscle. Now I have to take protein supplement."

Gin Lee sang her first film theme song. She was happy to say that she has mentioned to her colleagues that she wanted to sing a movie theme song. She did not expect that a month later, another colleague told her that she had the opportunity to sing. It was really quite a coincidence. Gin Lee has only made micro-films or made guest appearances in movies in the past. She has always wanted to be able to make a movie, and she would not mind playing ugly or villain roles.