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Thursday 7 November 2024

Aspiring actors get dose of reality #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



Aspiring actors get dose of reality


(China Daily) Recently, Mango TV debuted its new reality show On The Rise, which follows the journey of 10 novice actors and actresses as they embark on a 40-day intensive training program focused on honing their craft.

The show delves into the growth and transformation of inexperienced young individuals as they immerse themselves in the world of performing arts.

Guiding these budding talents are veteran actress Qin Hailu and actor Zhou Yiwei, who serve as mentors throughout the program. The participants, mostly university students, are paired off to collaborate on performances, fostering teamwork and synergy.

"Acting is a mystical art. It's not a formula but a skill that requires extensive cultivation. Only when one's abilities mature can they truly grasp the essence of this craft," remarked Qin.

Zhou expressed his aspiration to shed light on the authentic realities of the acting profession through the show, saying, "From the moment we are born, we are all actors, each naturally suited to certain roles. However, a professional actor must strive to embody a character convincingly, irrespective of its suitability. I believe that over these 40 days, we have achieved this goal."

Highlighting the importance of accountability in an actor's role, Zhou added, "As actors, we bear a responsibility to respect our audience. We must genuinely connect with viewers. I hope these students can excel in this profession and uphold the trust of their audience."

Source: By China Daily | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-10-14 15:34



Chen Duling at entertainment event #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



Chen Duling at entertainment event
Actress Chen Duling


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Tuesday 5 November 2024

Zhou Xun at brand event #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



Zhou Xun at brand event
Actress Zhou Xun


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HK release soars to top of national box office #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



HK release soars to top of national box office


(China Daily) Cesium Fallout, a disaster film starring icons Andy Lau and Bai Yu, overtook Hollywood blockbuster Venom: The Last Dance to become the country's new box-office champion on Monday.

As of Nov 4, the feature directed by Anthony Pun has grossed around 90 million yuan ($12.7 million) since its debut on Friday, according to the movie information live tracer, Beacon.

Set in Hong Kong, it follows two parallel storylines about teams of specialists and firefighters as they try to prevent a doomsday disaster following an accident that leads to the release of Cesium-137, a radioactive isotope.

During the film's Beijing premiere last week, executive producer Bill Kong, revealed that his inspiration for the film stemmed from reports about the illegal transshipment of waste from other countries.

He consulted environmental experts, who disclosed that some foreign companies previously dumped electronic waste overseas to reduce recycling expenses, with a portion being directed to Hong Kong.

He emphasized the danger posed by electronic waste, highlighting the potential environmental harm if the substances they contain leached into the soil, contaminating water sources, and expressed the hope that the film would increase public awareness of the issue.

Source: By Xu Fan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-05 16:26



Monday 4 November 2024

Wu Xuanyi at promo event #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



Wu Xuanyi at promo event
Actress singer Wu Xuanyi


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China Box Office: ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ Holds off ‘Cesium Fallout’ #Entertainment #China #Beauty #Pretty



China Box Office: 'Venom: The Last Dance' Holds off 'Cesium Fallout'


(Variety) "Venom: The Last Dance" held top spot at the mainland China box office for the second consecutive weekend. It beat newly released Andy Lau-starring thriller "Cesium Fallout."

"Venom: The Last Dance" earned RMB104 million ($14.6 million) over the weekend, according to data from consultancy service Artisan Gateway. That is more than 50% lower than its debut weekend, but still lifts the film to a $70.8 million cumulative after 12 days on release. That is a pace very similar to "Alien: Romulus" in China and could see "Venom" among the top three Hollywood films in China this year.

Opening in second place, "Cesium Fallout" earned $9.8 million in its opening weekend. Produced through Hong Kong's Edko Films and starring Hong Kongers Andy Lau and Karen Mok, the film (previously titled "Burning City" and "Fallout") is billed as China's first nuclear radiation disaster film. It was directed by Anthony Pun, with Alibaba Pictures handling the China release.

"The Unseen Sister," the mystery drama film that is the first mainland China commercial effort from Myanmar-born, Taiwan-based director Midi Z. It earned $3.5 million (RMB25 million) on its second weekend for a nine-day cumulative of $18.5 million. The film also played in competition this week at the Tokyo International Film Festival.

"Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire," the fourth "Harry Potter" film to re-release in as many weekends, followed closely behind. It earned RMB24.7 million or $3.4 million. Giant screen provider Imax said that $700, 000 of that total came from its screens.

Chinese horror film "Yuanyang Lou" took fifth place over the weekend. Directed by Wang Shenghe, the film earned $2.8 million in its opening weekend.

Artisan Gateway reported that the nationwide box office cam in at $43.7 million. That edged the year-to-date total to $5.45 billion, or some 21% below 2023 levels.

Source: Variety by Patrick Frater  Nov 3, 2024 6:59pm PT



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