Lin Chiling | 林志玲| Lin Zhi Ling | Chiling Lin

"Welcome to Shama Town" promotes in Chengdu BEIJING, June 27 (Xinhuanet) --Chinese director Li Weiran's latest project "Welcome to Shama Town" held a press conference in Chengdu on June 25, 2010, CFP.cn reports. The director, along with actors Sun Honglei, Huang Haibo, and actress Gan Wei attended the conference; however the lead actress, Taiwan pop star Lin Chiling was absent. At the conference, Sun Honglei shared some stories from behind the scenes and his new understanding of comedy when production wrapped. Some reporters questioned if Lin Chiling was the right choice as a leading lady for this film, as her recent films have failed in the Japanese and Hong Kong markets, but Sun simply answered that it felt right working with the Taiwanese singer. The director explained that there is no absolute box office queen at the moment. He just tried to choose the best actors and actresses to attract audiences. In addition, it would be considered a new way to present th...

Li Weiran's Next Stage Director of Welcome to Shama Town talks about latest production 视频播放位置 下载安装Flash播放器 With a long list of TV and film commercials for some of the world's leading brands under his belt and the only Chinese director to win a prestigious One Show Gold award for excellence in advertising, Li Weiran is considered by many as the best in the business. He sat down with the Global Times to review his 10-year career and talk about the future. "It's like playing video games," the 35-year-old Li mused, explaining that when you can easily clear one stage of the game, it's the next stage that you have not yet cleared that you are looking forward to. Li's treasure-hunting comedy Welcome to Shama Town opened on June 22, Li making the "next stage" step from directing commercials to entering the world of feature films. He said that after shooting commercials for 10 years, he has lost the initial excitement and sense of achievement in the job t...

Lin Chi-Ling attended the British Jockey Club's Royal Ascot as image ambassador. Besides the famed race course, Lin attended a fashion show and events honoring British Designer of the Year Vivienne Westwood.

NO doubt Lady Gaga is now the world's hottest pop sensation, but she may not be every man's dream girl. For one, Ian Chen, the leader of Taiwanese rock trio F.I.R., said the Grammy winner is way too bold, dramatic and over-the-top for him. Instead, a girl with the looks and charisma of Taiwanese model-actress Lin Chiling will be a better choice of girlfriend, Chen quipped. Click here to find out more!Click here to find out more! But Lady Gaga definitely gets his thumbs up for her talent in music and costume design. The band, which is slated for a concert here in July has seen a Lady Gaga concert, and is certainly inspired to adapt some of her visual elements into its own concert here. Singaporeans can also look forward to Stefanie Sun's guest appearance at F.I.R's concert on 9 July 2010. What else is in store for their fans in Singapore? Find out more on RazorTV. http://news.asiaone.com/News/Latest%2BNews/Showbiz/Story/A1Story20100619-222947.html

TAIPEI : Taiwan model-actress Lin Chiling expressed her disappointment over the dismal ratings of her Japanese drama serial "Moonlight Lovers" and revealed that she hopes to take some acting classes next year, reported Chinese media. Speaking to reporters while attending the high-profile Royal Ascot horse races in the UK, Lin was evasive and said, "Could we not talk about the ratings (of "Moonlight Lovers")? Frankly, I am a little depressed at the moment." "I want to take this chance to take in as much air as I can. This can be considered a short break!" Lin added. "Moonlight Lovers", which also stars Japanese superstar Takuya Kimura, tanked in Japan, managing only 13.4 per cent in ratings. Its average ratings also lost out to other J-dramas this season. The drama's producer, Fuji Television, was reportedly so disappointed that it intends to cut short the show's run to eight episodes instead of the usual ten for a drama in the 9...

TOKYO: Taiwan model-actress Lin Chiling's maiden Japanese drama serial "Moon Lovers" suffered from dismal ratings in Japan and may face cancellation, reported Taiwan media. The first episode of Fuji Television's highly anticipated romance drama "Moon Lovers", which also stars Japanese heartthrob Takuya Kimura, garnered ratings of 22.4 per cent when broadcast in May at the 9pm time slot on Mondays. However, ratings dropped steadily until it hit a low of 15.5 per cent during the serial's fourth episode, a record low for a drama starring the ultra-popular Kimura. Kimura's earlier drama "Hero" holds the record for being the highest rated drama serial in the same time slot with ratings of 34.2 per cent. The Japanese actor is so popular in Japan that any drama he appears in was virtually guaranteed good ratings; however, it appears this was not the case for "Moon Lovers". And by the end of the drama's fifth episode, traile...

TAIWANESE supermodel Lin Chiling has been picked as the world’s sexiest woman by the Taiwan edition of FHM magazine. In a survey involving by 1.5 million readers, Lady Gaga was in second place after Lin. China Press reported that socialite Aimee Sun was third on the list. Others named were Taiwanese singer Jolin Tsai, model Marisa Miller and TV personality Patty Hou. On another matter, the daily reported that the taxi driver who was reported to have raped at least six schoolgirls, was once a newspaper correspondent and had also worked as a manager for a cooperative in Senai, Johor. A former schoolmate of the taxi driver said he used to be active in local associations and politics. “He was a very talented and hardworking person who always wanted to get exclusive stories for the newspaper,” said the former schoolmate, who only wanted to be known as Liew. An old neighbour of the cabbie, known as Phang, claimed that he used to be a gambler who was always pursued by Ah Longs....

Yet another set of indecent photos of Lin Chiling is circulating on the Net. This time, they have been unearthed by her Japanese fans. The Taiwanese supermodel-turned-actress, who is currently riding high on her Japanese TV drama, Moon Lovers with hottie Takuya Kimura - is said to have taken the nude shots for her personal collection. Click here to find out more! "The girl in the nude is Chiling," claimed the netizens, who posted their comments and "photographic evidence" on various Japanese sites. But Chiling vehemently denied it, saying "the photos have been super-imposed." Last year, the leggy beauty became sensational news in Japan when porn-makers photoshopped her photos and used them illegally on the cover of a Japanese porn disc, entitled The China Temptation. http://www.asiaone.com/News/Latest+News/Showbiz/Story/A1Story20100531-219300.html

Sunday 23rd May, 05:48 AM JST TOKYO — Taiwanese actress Lin Chi-ling, recently named as a promoter of a Tokyo-based travel agency, said she likes going on trips with men who are entertaining. ‘‘I’d like to go on a trip and relax, as I’ve been very busy,’’ Lin, wearing a blue mini dress, told an event in Tokyo. ‘‘I want to go to Europe with my family.’‘ Lin, 35, also spoke in fluent Japanese about the sort of man she prefers, saying, ‘‘In daily life I like a man who is serious and nice to his parents. When traveling, I prefer an active man who has a sense of humor.’‘ Lin has been appearing in the Japanese TV drama ‘‘Tsuki no Koibito’’ (Moon Lovers) together with actor Takuya Kimura. http://www.japantoday.com/category/entertainment/view/actress-lin-prefers-funny-man-as-travel-companion

Starring Japanese superstar Takuya Kimura and Taiwanese model-actress Lin Chi-ling, ratings for the second episode of the highly-anticipated Japanese romantic drama series, Moon Lovers, dipped by 3% as compared to its premiere episode's record of 22.2%. In the second episode of Moon Lovers, Takuya and Chi-ling's characters, Hazuki Rensuke and Lin Xiu Mei, grow increasingly intimate. Apart from having a storyline centered on a rags-to-riches Cinderella theme, the ending scene in the second episode featured a brazen Chi-ling initiating a kiss with Takuya's character, followed by a deep embrace by the latter. The pair was engaged in a passionate onscreen kiss for three minutes and failed to attract viewers despite the sizzling lip-lock action. The show has been slammed by netizens for its unattractive and slow storyline. Although there has been a minor slide in ratings, Chi-ling has impressed the Japanese audience with her beauty and good figure. They dubbed her "the amaz...

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A few days ago, Taiwanese model turned actress Lin Chi-ling openly showered praises on her Japanese co-star, Takuya Kimura, calling him "handsome" and "tall". This time round, it is roles reversal with the debonair actor complimenting his onscreen lover in the ongoing drama series, Moon Lovers, in an interview with Japanese publication, Men's Non-no. "When I first heard that she would be coming to shoot our [Smap] MV, I didn't dare believe what I heard. I felt that she is really beautiful, she's a real beauty. She's not just pretty on the outside, she is very polite too," he said. Both Takuya and Chi-ling were dressed in matching black couple attire for the magazine's shoot. Takuya was seen caressing her waist while the Taiwanese actress gently placed her hands over his arm. Other photos featured the pair gazing lovingly at each other while lying down, with their fingers clasped tightly around each other's. The drama, which had its ...

After her big breakthrough in the historical epic movie, Red Cliff, directed by John Woo, Lin Chi-ling will be starring opposite famed Japanese actors Takuya Kimura and Keiko Kitagawa in an upcoming Japanese drama series, Moon Lovers. In an interview with the Taiwanese press, the 36-year-old who appeared in the pink of health despite long working hours, said, "I've not really been out and about in Japan. Even eating a simple hot bento meal feels very fulfilling." According to reports, the leggy beauty pockets an estimated 2.5million Yen (S$370,000) for each episode. Both Chi-ling and Takuya will play a pair of onscreen lovers in this Fuji TV series. For Moon Lovers, Lin takes on the role of an impoverished girl who is adept in fighting and kicks up a fuss while crying. Speaking on her role's many crying scenes, Chi-ling said, "Will it scare people? The first episode was rather tough but I don't care. I don't think I'm a country bumpkin, neither am I u...

Source: Oriental Daily Translated by: sparkles_n15 @ asianfanatics.net The new Fuji Television drama Tsuki no Koibito ~ Moon Lovers, starring Kimura Takuya will begin airing next Monday. To take advantage of the Golden Week holiday, Fuji TV has steadily increased their promotional campaign. Aside from ads at Shibuya Station in Tokyo, they also launched the official website for the drama a few days ago. Lately, Fuji TV has been airing many promotional clips of the drama. There were clips of Lin Chi-ling embracing both lead actors Kimura and Matsuda Shota. She also spoke fluent Japanese in the clips. Her onscreen presence seems even greater than the other two lead actresses, Shinohara Ryoko and Kitagawa Keiko.

Supermodel Lin Chi-ling responds to ex-lover Jerry Yan's love notes in his new photobook For the first time, Jerry Yan candidly discussed his closely-guarded personal life in a new photobook, and reminisced about his romance with Lin Chi-ling in a moving piece. Despite his outpouring display of affections, the supermodel has shut the door coldly in his face. In an intelligent yet almost painful answer while appearing at an environment awareness event, she said, "Love cannot be recycled." Before that, when asked if she would want Jerry back, Chi-ling had only said, "I will cherish all the good memories." The two were exposed as lovers in 2002 when their infamous bathrobe photos were stolen from Chi-ling's mobile phone when it was sent for repair. It is not known why they split but singer-actor Jerry mentioned in a talkshow last year he had written a letter of repentance for Chi-ling but never sent it. The opening chapter Love Fairytale of his new photobook 93...

2010/04/14 20:43:41 Taipei, April 14 (CNA) A public campaign endorsed by Taiwan government officials will be launched with the screening of a television program to raise awareness of ocean preservation, organizers said Wednesday. The "Happy Ocean Campaign" aims to draw public attention to the deteriorating ocean environment and pollution in Taiwan ahead of the 40th anniversary of World Earth Day on April 22, the National Geographic Channel announced. Premier Wu Den-yih underlined the importance of ocean preservation in Taiwan, which he called an "ocean country, " at a press conference to promote National Geographic's program on the beauty of oceans surrounding Taiwan, scheduled to air on cable television in Taiwan from April 19-30. As an ocean country with the sixth-largest offshore fishing industry in the world, Wu said, Taiwan and its people need to understand more about the ocean and cherish its valuable resources. A Maritime Affairs Council will be included ...

(CRI) 2010-04-08 14:38 Actress Lin Chi-Ling is on the set of "Moon Lovers" in Shanghai on April 5, 2010. [Photo: yule.sohu.com] Taiwan beauty Lin Chi-Ling won't be so pretty in the TV drama "Moon Lovers". Lin was spotted Monday in Shanghai, shooting a fight scene for the drama. With messy hair and an angry face, she grappled with at least two men dressed in black. In the scene, Lin's character was trying to save her kidnapped mother, according to Sohu.com. "Moon Lovers" is being produced by Japan's Fuji TV. It also stars Japanese heartthrob Takuya Kimura. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/entertainment/2010-04/08/content_9703432.htm

No it’s not Karen Mok from God of Cookery... The lovely Lin Chi-Ling is really determined to establish herself as an actress. In addition to playing a village woman in her new Japanese drama with Kimura Takuya, she also took on the role of a very unglamorous woman in the movie Welcome to Shamatown. In one photo released from the movie, Chi-Ling wore a short wig and held a cleaver in her hand. Many netizens thought she looked a lot like Wu Chun and Vic Chou if they were to dress up as women. Her famous curves seemed to have literally disappeared in other images as she was dressed in a thick sweater and pants. She got chicken feather all over her short hair and a mouth full of yellow teeth. The new image is a complete overturn of her beautiful character Xiao Qiao from Red Cliff. Lin Chi-Ling was hesitant to take on the role in Welcome to Shamatown at first, but she fell in love with the character after reading the script. Her costar Sun Hong-Lei previously commented that he doesn’t want ...

In contrast to her usual glamorous image, Lin Chi-Ling plays a beautiful woman from Shanghai living in poverty. Her character meets the president of a furniture design company played Japanese superstar Kimura Takuya, and gets a chance to become a model in Japan. Lin Chi-Ling was seen dressed as a village woman and crying hysterically on the ground for a particular scene. She and Kimura Takuya could only communicate in simple English, but he was a true gentleman despite the language barrier. The temperature was only 7 degrees on the day of the shoot, so he let her rest in the car that was originally brought in for him and costar Watanabe Ikkei, while the two men stood outside in the wind. Some on-lookers pointed out that Kimura Takuya was very polite to the staff, and had a smoke during his break. Although it is Lin Chi-Ling's first time working on a Japanese drama, she is rumored to be paid up to NT$840,000 per episode. Her pay check is only slightly lower than costars Shinohara Ry...