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Director Chu: Lin Chi ling is more than empty vessel

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Director Chu: Lin Chi ling is more than empty vessel Taiwanese director Chu Yin-ping praised supermodel-turned-actress Lin Chi-ling for her professionalism and is sure she will make it big in the movie industry. ADVERTISEMENT The Ci Ling director felt that Lin's character as Xiao Qiao in Red Cliff was soulless and did not manage to bring out the actress's best qualities; whereas in Ci Ling, she worked in perfect harmony with Jay Chou for one month and the chemistry they present as young lovers in the movie should be highly regarded. Though she was nominated in the recent Hong Kong Film Award as Best New Act for her performance in Red Cliff, Lin was repeatedly being described by critics as an empty vessel. China actor Sun Honglei has also previously refused to work together with Lin for that reason. According to Taiwan Awakening News Network, director Chu is well known for his comedies and for transforming images of pop idols. And in Ci Ling, he crafted the demure top model into

Jay 'fights' on set, A-mei spreads love

In this week's issue, the magazine goes behind-the-scenes in Ningxia province for a quick peek at pop star Jay Chou, as he snuggles up to hot model Lin Chi-Ling on the set of his new, eagerly anticipated blockbuster Ci Ling. Also, follow Taiwanese aboriginal singer A-mei's venture into India, as she takes on the role of ambassador for World Vision and gets inspired by the children she meets... U-WEEKLY visits Ci Ling set With its charming blend of action, romance, comedy and fantastical time-travel elements, Ci Ling looks set to be Asian's version of the Indiana Jones series. Here are some interesting facts about the film: Filming was mostly done outdoors in Yinchuan, the capital of Ningxia province, renowned in mainland China for its relatively dry, desert-like plains, which provided the right backdrop for the movie. Several tents were pitched on set and within one of them, reporters witnessed model-turned-actress Lin Chi-ling engrossed in a subtle, emotional

On the Set

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source: linzhiling.org Jay Chou and Lin Chi-Ling - Treasure Hunter

Chiling got hurt when filming

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Chiling got hurt when filming her latest movie. News said she had scratched on her face after shooting some intense action stunts. Rumors spreading that she's undergoing fertility treatment as some said that she's getting married very soon.

Lin Chi-ling voted Taiwan FHM's sexiest for third time running

Results of the "2009 Top 100 Sexiest Ladies" poll organized by Taiwan's FHM Magazine were recently unveiled. 34-year-old Taiwanese top model Lin Chi-ling came in top for the third year running. Taiwanese diva Jolin Tsai and Hollywood actress Megan Fox are in second and third place respectively. The FHM poll, which was held from March 1 to April 20, entered its eighth year. Interestingly, members of Taiwanese girl group S.H.E, Ella and Selina, once made it to the first and second spots, but both dropped out of top 50 after the six weeks battle. When the poll ended, the top three ladies from last year managed to defend their spots. Lin was crowned champ for the third time with 55,182 votes. Her manager said on her behalf, "Thank you for your support. I will work harder in my movies and showcase all my sexy apparel selflessly." The only singer in the top ten, Tsai is recognized as the trendsetter of the female fashion without revealling too much of her body. She ex