Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Jacky Cleverly Uses His Daughters' Names in His Chinese New Year Greetings

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2006-01-31 05:05:00)

[Tung Fong Daily] Jacky enjoyed the company of his family during the festive season & cleverly used his daughters' (chinese) names in his chinese new year greetings. He wishes all pretty female readers '[jing] chun chang zhu' (eternal youth) & all handsome male readers 'wei jin zhong [hua]' (may your name be kown by all). Jacky had earlier done the last performance of "Snow.Wolf.Lake" at Beijing Stadium. Now he can finally take a rest & enjoy the festive season with his family. He said: "I was travelling alot because of Snow.Wolf.Lake last year, so much so that I spent less time with my family. After finishing the last performance, I was in such a dilemma. I couldn't bear to leave the group of performers, but was very happy to finally have a chance to take a break & spend the festive season with my family." After the festive season, Jacky will start work on his new album. As he hasn't released any new album in more than 1 year, Jacky would want to work hard on doing a good album for his fans.

Friday, January 27, 2006

Hong Kong Disneyland wishes Jacky Cheung “Kung Hei Fat Choy”

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Friday, January 27, 2006



(second from left) Bill Ernest, newly appointed Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Disney friends with Canto-popstar and park spokesperson, Jacky Cheung.

Personalized Hong Kong Disneyland New Year Greeting Cards Now Available Online

Bill Ernest, newly appointed Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, in his first official engagement joined Mickey Mouse and friends to wish Canto-popstar and park spokesperson, Jacky Cheung “Kung Hei Fat Choy” – or Happy New Year.

Jacky visited the park to preview Hong Kong Disneyland’s first Chinese New Year celebration, which officially kicks off on January 29 and runs until February 12, 2006. A daily performance featuring a vibrant swirl of dragons, lions, dancers and musicians in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle will delight and entertain guests, while specially designed merchandise and sumptuous Chinese menus will be available throughout the park and two hotels.

Hong Kong Disneyland has also launched a personalized online Chinese New Year greeting card with a magical Disney touch, which is now available at http://www.hongkongdisneyland.com/. The launch comes hot on the heels of the Hong Kong Disneyland Christmas D-Card that sent almost 200,000 holiday wishes around the world.

Visitors to www.hongkongdisenyland.com can select their own traditional Fai Chun – or greeting – that is featured alongside Mickey Mouse and Pluto in their festive gear. Around them, leaves from a nearby peach blossom tree gently fall against the spectacular backdrop of the park’s centerpiece, Sleeping Beauty Castle. A space for a message adds a personalized touch to create a truly magical Chinese New Year greeting. Every visitor who sends a Hong Kong Disneyland D-card to friends and family can also download a special Fai Chun, which can be printed out and displayed around the home.

Friday, January 13, 2006

Jacky, the Disneyland Activity Host, Looks for Disney Pals

Original URL: http://ent.sina.com.cn/s/h/2006-01-13/1345958697.html

13th January 2006 13:45

According to reports from Hong Kong media, the first 2006 episode of "Disneyland Amazing World" will be showing "102 Dalmatians" this Saturday. The host, Jacky, will be bringing everyone into Hong Kong Disneyland to look for Disney pals. Jacky said: "Many people visit Disneyland to meet the Disney pals who accompanied them during their childhood. Besides taking photos, Jacky has a tip: "Their autographs are all different, so being able to collect all their autographs will be great!"

When asked which Disney character is his favourite, Jacky said he likes all of them, as they have been accompanying him since he was 4-5 years old & everyone of them have given him happy memories. Besides the Disney pals, Jacky also likes the dalmatian dog very much, so much that he almost decided to rear one!



Jacky teaches everyone to collect autographs at Disneyland

Hong Kong Artistes' Income Chart for 2005: Return of the "4 Heavenly Kings"

Original URL: http://ent.sina.com.cn/s/h/p/2006-01-13/0916958466.html

13th January 2006 09:16

Return of the "4 Heavenly Kings"

The trend is now about oldies. The Hong Kong Artistes' Income Chart for 2005 also shows many 'old' names. Despite being under the attack of the new age "Kings" & "Queens", the "4 Heavenly Kings" of the previous decade of the 1990s are still able to make a turnaround. Besides Andy Lau, who is the regular candidate in the top 3 positions, the other 3 Heavenly Kings, Jacky Cheung, Aaron Kwok & Leon Lai, whose presence have faded in recent years, have also worked their charms & made much money in 2005. The "4 Heavenly Kings" legend reappears.

The "4 Heavenly Kings" Resume Their Thrones

During the previous decade of the 1990s, Hong Kong's greatest entertainment scene achievement was to present the "4 Heavenly Kings", thus becoming very active . The "4 Heavenly Kings" dominated the singing, filming & TV scenes, & they also became the top candidates of the Hong Kong Artistes' Income Charts during those years. However, as time passed, only Andy was still very active, the other 3 Heavenly Kings had slowed down, while the new age "Kings" & "Queens" emerged. The "4 Heavenly Kings" seemed to become "a historic phrase".

Jacky Cheung

The Legend Continues: Jacky Cheung

Ever since his elder daughter was born, Jacky entered a semi-retired state, only releasing 1 album per year & also seldom participated in commercial activities. This was until his younger daughter was born in 2005, only then did Jacky come back to "earn some money for milk powder". Besides acting in Peter Chan's movie "Perhaps Love", Jacky also brought back the musical legend in 1997 "Snow.Wolf.Lake". It was on world tour for 50 performances. This event alone brought in almost 50 million income for Jacky. It also brought his popularity back up. He had also taken on the role of ambassador for Disneyland Hong Kong at a "friendship price" of 1 million. These few sources of income allowed Jacky to once again be a candidate in the income chart & let him have the 6th position.


Income Chart List

1. Andy Lau (1.064 billion)
Movies: 23.4 million (3 movies); Commercials: 70 million; Concerts: 12 million (12 performances); Albums: 1 million (2 albums)

2. Twins (81.6 million)
Movies: 4 million (3 movies); Commercials: 60 million; Concerts: 9 million (13 performances); Albums: 4 million (3 albums); Sale of Property: 2.6 million

3. Aaron Kwok (77.4 million)
Movies: 2.3 million (2 movies); Commercials: 28.8 million; Concerts: 2.6 million (26 performances); Albums: 300,000 (1 album); Record Company Contract Renewal: 20 million  

4. Louis Khoo (53.6 million)
Movies: 1.6 million (2 movies); Commercials: 30 million; Own Label: 3 million; Sale of Property: 19 million

5. Joey Yung (53 million)
Concerts: 20 million (18 performances); Commercials: 30 million; Albums: 3 million (3 albums)

6. Jacky Cheung (52.6 million)
Movies: 1 million (1 movie); Concerts: 50 million (50 performances); Albums: 600,000 (2 albums); Ambassador: 1 million

7. Cecilia Cheung (51.2 million)
Movies: 16 million (4 movies); Commercials: 35 million; Albums: 200,000 (1 album)

8. Leo Ku (35.25 million)
Movies: 2.2 million (3 movies); Commercials: 10 million; Concerts: 21.6 million (17 performances); Albums: 1.45 million (3 albums)

9. Lu Xiao Feng (27.2 million)
Movies: 800,000 (1 movie); Concerts: 26.4 million (22 performances)

10. Leon Lai (13.25 million)
Movies: 2 million (2 movies); Concerts: 5.8 million (7 performances); Commercials: 5 million; Albums: 450,000 (2 albums)

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

Jacky Cheung wraps up "Snow Wolf Lake"

Original URL: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2006-01/10/content_4031262.htm

www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-10 08:06:56

BEIJING, Jan. 10 -- To the thunderous applause of his captivated fans, Hong Kong singer and actor Jackie Cheung completed his world tour of the musical "Snow Wolf Lake".

With leading actresses Nadia Chan and Evonne Hsu, Cheung gave a grand finale to his 103 performances of the musical at Beijing's Capital Gymnasium on Saturday.

Cheung said that although the show has proved its enduring quality, it's time for him to say farewell to the musical. Cheung himself, one of Hong Kong's Four Kings of Songs, got teary-eyed at its completion.

Over nine years in production, "Snow Wolf Lake" attracted audiences for its sensational set design along with its outstanding singing and acting. It is the first Hong Kong musical to tour internationally.

(Source: Shenzhen Daily/Agencies)

Jacky Cheung wraps up "Snow Wolf Lake"

Original URL: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2006-01/10/content_4031262.htm

www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-10 08:06:56

BEIJING, Jan. 10 -- To the thunderous applause of his captivated fans, Hong Kong singer and actor Jackie Cheung completed his world tour of the musical "Snow Wolf Lake". With leading actresses Nadia Chan and Evonne Hsu, Cheung gave a grand finale to his 103 performances of the musical at Beijing's Capital Gymnasium on Saturday.

Cheung said that although the show has proved its enduring quality, it's time for him to say farewell to the musical. Cheung himself, one of Hong Kong's Four Kings of Songs, got teary-eyed at its completion.

Over nine years in production, "Snow Wolf Lake" attracted audiences for its sensational set design along with its outstanding singing and acting. It is the first Hong Kong musical to tour internationally.

(Source: Shenzhen Daily/Agencies)

Monday, January 09, 2006

Jacky Cheung's Last Show at Snow Wolf Lake

Original URL: http://en.chinabroadcast.cn/349/2006/01/09/60@42069.htm

2006-01-09 11:34:10 CRIENGLISH.com

Hong Kong singer and actor Jacky Cheung's acclaimed musical Snow Wolf Lake world tour wrapped up at Capital Gymnasium Starday night.

(It was the last time that Jacky Cheung lead the musical. He will step down the stage and take charge of poduction work afterwards after he had finished 103 performances around the world.)

CRI Exclusive -- Among the thunderous applause of his captivated fans, the Hong Kong singer and actor Jackie Cheung successfully completed his World Tour of the musical "Snow. Wolf. Lake."

With leading actresses Nadia Chan and Evonne HsuCheung gave a full finale to his 103 performances of the musical at Beijing's Capital Gymnasium on Saturday. Cheung said that although the show has proved its enduring quality, it's time for him to say farewell to the musical. This made the final performance seem even more special and historic, and even Cheung himself, Hong Kong's King of Songs, couldn't help getting teary-eyed at its completion.

Although "Snow. Wolf. Lake." performed in Beijing four times in 2004, it still attracted many excited fans again this time. Besides the excellent set design on stage, the splendid singing and acting kept fans enthralled. Each time Cheung began to sing, the fans were so moved that they would erupt in hearty applause, especially when leading actor Hu Wolf embraced leading actress XiaoXue as the show was ending.

Cheung gave his best efforts to make the final performance spectacular and fans didn't hesitate to reward him with their applause. With the moving song "Love Is Eternal", the musical "Snow. Wolf. Lake." drew a close. "Thank you to all who have supported 'Snow. Wolf. Lake.' all this time," said Cheung with tears in his eyes. "Thank you, my dear friends in Beijing."

Sunday, January 08, 2006

Top Earners

Original URL: http://star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2006/1/8/movies/13035515&sec=movies

The Star Online
e C e n t r a l
Movies > News & Features
Sunday January 8, 2006

Compiled by LI EE KEE

WHO among the Hong Kong stars raked in the biggest bucks over the past 12 months?
According to the website sina.com, Jackie Chan is firmly in the top spot with earnings reportedly hitting a staggering HK$232mil (about RM113mil). Even the dud Everlasting Regret, which he produced and is said to have lost HK$10mil (RM4.9mil) in the process, did little to hurt his wallet.

Trailing in a distant second is Andy Lau with HK$106mil (RM49mil). Given Lau’s legendary diligence, it came as no surprise that the singer-actor should be among the highest earners. Last year, he netted HK$64mil (RM31mil) from seven commercials, HK$11mil (RM5mil) from his 14-show concerts and HK$31mil (RM15mil) from his three movies.

Joey Yung and Jackie Chan at a recent golf club opening in Hong Kong. They are two of Hong Kong’s highest-earning entertainers of 2005.Kelly Chen is third with HK$75mil (RM36mil), thus becoming the Chinese territory’s top-grossing female artiste of 2005. Much of her time last year was spent in China promoting her album and going on performing tours. She collected HK$3mil (RM1.4mil) in album bonuses and HK$18mil (RM8.8mil) from concerts. Her performances in China further boosted her earnings by HK$24mil (RM11.8mil) while another HK$30mil (RM14mil) came from commercials.

The biggest surprise on the list has to be Paula Tsui Siu Fung, who is placed seventh with HK$36mil (RM17mil). The 59-year-old veteran songbird came out of retirement to hold 23 shows in Hong Kong, gaining HK$1mil (RM490,000) per show. She also released an album of her hit songs that added to her wealth.

Rounding off the top 10 list are Joey Yung (HK$60mil/RM29mil), Twins (HK$53mil/RM26mil), Cecilia Cheung (HK$51mil/RM25mil), Aaron Kwok (HK$30mil/RM14mil), Leon Lai (HK$23mil/RM11mil) and Jacky Cheung (HK$20mil/RM9mil).

Thursday, January 05, 2006

Jacky Loves Performing in Musicals & Wants to Make "Perhaps Love" A Musical

Original URL: http://ent.sina.com.cn/s/h/2006-01-05/1001950014.html

Jacky
http://ent.sina.com.cn/ 5th January 2006 10:01
  
According to reports from the Hong Kong media, Jacky had earlier on announced that he will cease from performing in Snow.Wolf.Lake after the performance at Beijing Capital Stadium on 7th January 2006. Jacky feels very down, while the time approaches towards the last performance of his musical. However, Jacky will start preparing his new album, once he completes Snow.Wolf.Lake.
Regarding his new plans, besides concentrating on his new album, Jacky said that if he wants to make another musical, he will rewrite "Perhaps Love" into one. While filming "Perhaps Love", he had discussed with director Peter Chan, to hand it over to him to make it a musical & he will make some changes, for example, add some songs. However, Jacky said that the earliest he can do another musical is maybe around 2007 or 2008. Jacky still loves performing in musicals.

Sunday, January 01, 2006

More than a musical

South China Morning Post
Sunday January 1 2006

By Lau Kit-wai

Moviegoers who enjoyed the musical Perhaps Love will find the soundtrack a full-bodied romantic listening experience, thanks to the touching performances by Canto-pop king Jacky Cheung Hok-yau and mainland actress Zhou Sun.

The tracks were written by local composers Peter Kam Pui-tat and Leon Ko, with the exception of ballad Wai Mian De Shi Jie by Taiwanese singer-songwriter Chi Chin.

Cheung's strong vocals are a valuable asset to both the film and soundtrack. Apart from his outstanding interpretation of title song Perhaps Love, Cheung's duet with South Korean actor Ji Jin-hee in the operatic Fate and his solo performance in the heartbreaking You Do Love Me lend the story a larger-than-life quality.

Zhou may lack the vocal range of a diva, but her soft, heartfelt singing fills the music with rich emotions.

The CD package includes English translations of the Chinese lyrics for international audiences and a set of beautiful postcards for movie buffs.