Posted: November 29, 2004

At Jian Sha Ju at 9 in the morning, Vanness, acting as shoes salesman, filmed a short clip for Pepsi directed by Johnny To. Afterwards Vanness returned to the hotel and rested until the afternoon. After Vanness arrived at Lan Gui Fang, he continued to film with the other 2 leads. In front of the camera, after Vanness sold shoes to customers at a sports store, he only ran around in the streets.

Source: Tungstar

Translated by Amy of Faithful 4ever - http://f4ever.azn.nu

Posted: November 30, 2004

After Lin Yan Shu broke up with Huang Zhen, who she dated for 14 years, there hasn't been much love rumors on her. In the recent years she has placed her feeling on an idol. After watching "Meteor Garden," she fell in love with Jerry Yan. Copying fans, she attends his activities and she also plans to publish a book for Jerry.

Her ex, Huang Zhen, died from lung cancer. Lin Yan Shu didn't leave her house for many days. Her pain couldn't be covered. They have gone out for 14 years and broke up due to differences in personality. Afterwards she hasn't had many love rumors. She usually writes, reads and watches TV to pass time.

After watching "Meteor Garden" Lin Yan Shu fell in love with Jerry Yan, the actor who portrayed Dao Ming Si in the drama. Dao Ming Si's undying love for his girlfriend San Cai in particular touched Lin Yan Shu. Ever since, she has become a faithful fan of Jerry's, searching for all dramas that Jerry has starred in.

In August, Jerry released his debut album "The First Time." In the middle of the month he held several autograph sessions, meet&greet sessions, and others in Taiwan. In order to see her idol, she didn't hesitate to take a week of vacation to fly to Taiwan to chase after her idol.

During her week in Taiwan, she attended all of Jerry's promotional activities for his album such as: August 14th - preorder session and August 15th - stamping session and others. There private meet the fans session held on the evening of August 16th where the media were not allowed to participate in and only Jerry fans from all over the world but Lin Yan Shu joined it. Privately she often keeps in touch with Jerry fans to know about Jerry's whereabouts.

Earlier, Lin Yan Shu planned to personally write a book for Jerry. At the same time she contacted Jerry's management company hoping to have a face to face interview with him. But because of Jerry's tight schedule, Jerry never had the time so this interview still hasn't been done to this day.

Regarding this issue, Jerry's management company said that they only heard of this through fans. Until now, no one has really officially contacted them. Publishing a book involves copyright, etc. But they do admit that Lin Yan Shu has contacted the record company wanting to do an interview with Jerry. But it's ashamed that it didn't happen due to Jerry's busy schedule.

Source: Xing Dao Ri Bao

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Posted: November 26, 2004

Korean stars have extended their market to HK and Taiwan making lots of girls crazy over them. F4 have now made their debut in Korea in the "3 missing 1" situation. ZZ, Ken and Vanness attended the Asia Song Festival Concert press conference. Not only did hundreds of fans chase from the airport, even spent tens of thousands of dollars to specially design F4 golden name tags.

Ever since the broadcast of MG in Korea and Japan, the F4 craze started there as well. F4 represented Taiwan in yesterday's concert, and attended with Leon from HK, BoA, and many other artists. The only regret was that Jerry could not attend due to commercial committments.

F3 arrived the day before and hundreds of fans were at the airport presenting flowers and some even made gold name tags for give to F4 as memorabilia. F4's management were very surprised at the present and thought it was too expensive. They hope fans will not spend so much money.

F3 attended a press conference and it was their first time meeting BoA. Due to the language barrier, they could not communicate. F4 were asked to hold hands with other artists in the photo. The usually shy ZZ was very awkward when holding BoA's hand.

Vanness has filmed with Korean actress in Star Runner and says he is very interested in the Korean language but can only say "hello", "thankyou" etc. Ken communicated in English and revealed that he is still busy with his album. ZZ will focus on acting and the three all hope to break into the Korean market.

Source: http://www.singtao.com/
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Posted: November 24, 2004

F4 will make their first trip to Korea to attend the <>. The foursome will receive an Asia Outstanding Artists Award from the Korean President. They say they are very honoured. Fans in Korea are learning Chinese and F4 hope they can sing Meteor Rain at the concert together. Even though they are going to Korea, Jerry Yan is missing. He has a commercial to film and is very sad to miss this opportunity.

ming bao 25/11
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F4to Korea, Missing Jerry
Posted: November 24, 2004

One of the hottest groups in Asia, F4, is heading to Korea and will attend the Asia Song Festival Concert on the 26th at Korea's Olympic Park. They will attend with other Japanese, Korean, HK, Thailand and Vietnamese singers. They will also accept an award from the Korean President. However, Jerry due to his schedule will be filming a commercial and can not attend.

F4 are very excited about this trip and they will sing 2 songs. Upon hearing that Koreans are learning chinese, they hope to sing Meteor Rain together with the audience.

The only thing is Jerry will not attend. He desperately wants to attend and has continuously asked his company to rearrange his schedule with the commercial dealer but was unable to do so.

In addition, Jerry and Jolin's hairstyles are favouriates among fans. According to poll, 70000 fans like to have Jerry's romantic hairstyle. If this can be coupled with his electrifying eyes, no doubts girls will be falling head over heels.

ming sheng bao 25/11
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From vickyl of http://www.vicbbs.com/bbs

Thisinformation came from vickyl's friend's mother who works at a bank in HK.
Ken and a guy (assistant/broker) opened an account but the guy did all the work for it.
It's said that Ken's passport picture is really handsome.
According to vickyl's friend's mother, Ken seems healthier/stronger and more handsome than before.
When vickyl's friend's mother's co-worker saw Ken, she blushed and asked for his autograph. But because Ken got too busy, he forgot to give her his autograph.

Posted: November 19, 2004

Posted: November 18, 2004

Published on Nov 17, 2004

Thailand’s many fans of the Taiwanese boy band F4 were delighted when their dream came true after years of waiting and the quartet of heartthrobs performed here in August.

Despite the pricey tickets, the show quickly sold out and a second was added. Still, demand remains so great that local fans are being offered another chance to see the four perform live again – and for free.

The catch is that you have to fly to South Korea to see Jerry, Ken, Vanness and Vic, where they’re playing this month’s first Asia Song Festival, along with Thailand’s very own Palmy.

F4 will be among nine acts from seven Asian countries at the festival organised by the Korea Foundation for Asian Culture Exchange.

The other performers are Hamasaki Ayumi from Japan, China’s Sun Nan and Yang Kun, Leon Lai from Hong Kong and My Tam from Vietnam and South Korea’s own BoA, Lee Hyo Lee and Tong Vfeng Xien Qi.

“It’s a free concert,” the Korean Tourism Organisation of Thailand affirms. “Anyone who plans to visit Korea at that time can ask for free tickets. Just show your airline ticket and you can looking forward to meeting and greeting the nine famous singers.”

The festival takes place on November 26 from 7pm to 9pm at Seoul’s Olympic Park. For reservations, call (02) 231 3895-6.

Source: The Nation
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Posted: November 18, 2004

The filming of Taiwan’s version of “White Tower” is fast approaching and Director Cai Yue Xun cannot choose the two male leads. Director Cai Yue Xun is about to go crazy from being dense by the tower. He dreamt of finding Tony Leung and Jacky Cheung and wanted to change the drama’s name to “White Tower’s Impossible Mission.”

Japanese drama “White Tower” was very successful. To recreate Tang Ze Shou Ming (Cai Qian) and Jiang Kou Yang Jie’s (Li Jian) high peak acting skills, the influence is known. With Hou Wen Yong’s novel becoming Taiwan’s version of “White Tower,” Taiwan’s male actors have to sharpen up.

The two doctors in Taiwan’s version are Su Yi Hua and Qiu Qing Cheng. One is the head of the medical department, honest and warmhearted. The other is a head surgeon, coldhearted, and wants to become the department head. The two roles resembles Japan’s version of Li Jian and Cai Qian.

Early on, Cai Yue Xun’s choices for the male leads included Bao Long, Zai Zai, and Joe Zheng Yuan Chang. But at that time there was no way to coordinate. Recently there’s been news that Alec Su You Peng, Steve Ma Jing Tao, are also fighting for a role.

Steve said that he and Annie Yi Neng Jing has seen Cai Yue Xun last week. He even plans to put his heart into Taiwan next year. And Zhong Shi also held a poll on line for the two roles. Favorites include Dou Zhi Kong, Wang Yao Qing, Lan Zheng Long, Zhang Xiao Quan, Huo Jian Hua, Wen Zhao Lun and others.

With all these choices, Cai Yue Xun can’t pick. The filming date was delayed from October to November and now to December.

Cai Yue Xun said that it’s best that these two roles be acted by actors that are above 30 years old and good on the market. He really can’t think of anyone.

Especially if a young idol was to portray master Su Yi Hua then the grim Qiu Qing Cheng can’t be an old actor. They must match, plus the other two main female leads. All four roles are hard to pick. Can Steve Ma portray Qiu Qing Cheng? Cai Yue Xun expressed that it’s very problematic.

Cai Yue Xun said that the Japanese version gives him a lot of pressure. His dream group Jacky Cheung and Tony Leung. Zhong Shi suggested Leon but he knew that it was impossible. Then he though about having Louis Koo act as Su Yi Hua, but Hong Kong clearly told him that Louis Koo can’t.

Source: Liberty Times

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In regards to Jerry not being MIA's spokesperson anymore. Here is some clarafication:

Quote:
"I asked MIA's representative and they said that it's not that Jerry is not good enough, but they are changing their company image for a more mature and high-class feel. such as diamonds etc.

However, Jerry looks too young for their new line of products, hence they chose Tony Liang. They are a bit hesitant but there's first time for everything.

As for the rumour of using 5566, MIA said that they had better taste. When Jerry was the spokesperson, sales were very good, they look forward to working with Jerry again in the future."

Source: http://www.nbbbs.com

Thanksto Lilian of http://onlyf4.proboards4.com

Quote from KCIFC

We regretfully declare that Ken's album had been postponed due to some problems happened during the preparation.
Sony Music promoting department delivered the sad information to us this morning.
Unfortunately, they confirmed that Ken's album cannot be released on December 6th, 2004.
Likewise here, the function on December 5th is also been canceled.
And there will be not any public function in these coming couple days.
Regarind the exactly release date and all functions schedule; Sony music will have decisions after their conference.

The e-mail was received from Sony Music:

“Regarding the initially release date of KenChu's album......
There are some sudden problems during these two days.
So we cannot release KenChu's album at the beginning of December.
Neither any any public functions on December 4th and 5th”

We (KCIFC) shall continue keep closely contact with Sony and FuLong.
And any update information shall announce at our official website right in time if any.
Thank You!!

If you have any problems abut this issue, please contact Sony Music~~
TEL: +886-2-2766-8900
FAX: +886-2-2765-7680
E-MAIL:web@sonymusic.com.tw

PS. We hope you please don't use any rude or impolite words while you express your upset and anger.
It is more important to express our disappointment and strive for his album released as soon as possible.

Ken Chu International Fans Club -Taiwan H.Q.

Date Posted: November 17,2004


Jacky Cheung, Guo Pin Chao Visits Sick Child
Idols Do Good in Secret

Chinese News Section

5566 didn't have time to visit, thus letting a sick child pass away full of regrets. Nevertheless, the entertainment industry still demonstrates warmth and tenderness everywhere. In order to visit a sick child, Jacky Cheung came to Taiwan especially from Hong Kong, and didn't forget to make an appointment with the child when to meet again next. Guo Pin Chao concealed his private trip to visit a sick child from his management. This kind of doing charity work in private without letting other people know makes one full of admiration.

The "Happy Wishes Foundation" especially helps aged 3 to 18 year old critically ill children fulfill their last wishes. It has helped more than 600 sick children fulfil their wishes since it was established 10 years ago and about one-fourth of them has already met their favourite artists and idols. As long as Jacky Cheung knows that a gravely ill child wants to meet him, he will definitely fly in from Hong Kong to Taiwan. From the moment he arrives at the hospital he is surrounded by hospital staff and personnel, all wanting to get his autograph. But he has always regarded being alone with the sick child as his main purpose, and he has been very low-key as much as possible. After his visits he will make an appointment for their next meeting, giving the sick child more hope and strengthen their will to survive.


ZaiZai Gives Love and Compassion Quietly

The foundation had tried to contact Zhou Yu Min (ZaiZai) before through his management agency. It was a pity that his management agency said that ZaiZai didn't have the time. But when ZaiZai - after just coming back from China - learned that a critically ill child would like to meet him, he visited the child in private..and without the management's knowledge. Guo Pin Chao, who was very busy wrapping up the filming of "The Outsiders", also exhibited this kind of compassion in private the very next day after wrap up.

The CEO of the Foundation Yan Yong Rong said: "The Foundation has already received many help and support. We still respect the artists who cannot come, and we also understand the system of management companies. There is absolutely no blame placed on anyone."


Source: Taiwan Apple Daily

Translated by grendel of www.vicpower.net

Date Posted: November 16,2004

Pepsi, who have always been very helpful towards charity has new signs again ! recently, they invited Du Qi Feng to flim a short flim. This short flim was starred by Jay Chou, Vanness Wu, Edison Chen & Louis Khoo, they would be with the appearence of bicycles pro to perform !

After Pepsi held charity concert last year, they would be putting in effort this year, inviting Du Qi Feng to flim, getting Jay, Vanness and Edison from the Pepsi family, and also Louis Khoo who was under Lipton in which Lipton is from the same company as Pepsi to perform. They would be holding a press conference tomorrow to reveal the details. According to what is known, they would be appearing as bicycle pros and meeting difficulty when they are riding their bicycles. Even as they fell, they still stood up courageously, to show the correct message to youngsters.

The 4 of them were busy with their own stuffs. Jay was busy with opening up, Vanness was busy training in Shaolin, Edison is preparing for his new album while Louis Khoo had crew with him. But, they all answered the moment they heard of this.The 4 of them have gathered in Hk today and would start fliming tomorrow. They would be arranging for professionals to guide them and the flim would be broadcasted in China next month.

Source:Tai Yang Bao

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Posted: November 15, 2004

The chief monk trains him personally
Late at night a few days ago there was news that Vanness Wu was at the front doors of the Shaolin Temple early in the morning fighting with Chief Monk Shi Yan Lu's group of disciples. One can't help but think of all the brilliant scenes in numerous movies: only those who make an all-out effort to "fight" out of the doors, it's considered succeed and able to leave. Therefore reporters hoped to gather all related information on this for F4 fans. Unexpectedly, it was not until later did they discover that this "fighting" gimmick was fake. "Training" was what it really was.



At the scene: Preparing for battle
After 6am in the morning the courtyard of the Shaolin Temple was still dreary and quiet. Only the 30 followers that came from a distant place were walking around the temple bowing 3 times and doing 9 kowtows. Not long after the "fighting time" mentioned in the news—7am there was still no one in sight. Could it be that the location was temporarily changed to avoid reporters? A call was made right away to the person who knew of this. Just then they breathed a sigh of relief—the weather was really cold so it got postponed for an hour.

A quarter before 8am, children from a nearby martial arts school scattered about. Secretly, a figure that was wearing a shawl and anothe figure that was carrying something that was like a camera bag appeared over 10 meters of area. Afraid of "frightening away thieves by raising a scare," they walked slowly step by step. It was Vanness and his broker. The temple doors were shut tight as usual. Vanness borrowed the pine tree in front of him and pressed both his legs. It makes one think of the phrase "stick in a needle wherever there is room." They wore ordinary sneakers that couldn't be any more ordinary. The master indeed didn't think of himself as a star there.

At 8am, reporters followed Vanness into the temple. Walking on the long, short, slopey granite pavement seems somewhat like flying. Being the person that I am that is afraid of losing people, I had to run and guess at the same time—wow, learned the art of lightness in 10 days?

Standing on the Tripitaka Ge Xi Shou's corridor, Vanness could been seen from afar. After his broker called someone on his cell phone the two "evaporated" quickly. They were no where to be seen. Did they go through some "secret passageway" to get rid of us and was already back at the front of the temple to start the "fight?" Returning to the Tripitaka again, something like "hum hum ha hei" was heard and we were went to the monastic room to take a look. We then found out—wow, Vanness is already inside standing within the formation of 14 young monks training assiduously! At this moment Chief Monk Yan Lu came out and said, "Later, can you guys not follow to see him perform 'hui bao.' He gets nervous easily." Oh, so Vanness didn't want to be embarrassed in front of the chief monk later and took this time to prepare before the battle.

But what is "hui bao?" Wasn't there going to be a fight? Is that not going to happen anymore? Chief Monk Yan Lu explained with a smile that the custom of "fighting out of the door" hasn't been in use for a long time. One, because times have improved. Using the "stop" method to prevent disciples from becoming rebellious and harming the society has been abandoned. Two, because "to be honest, no one has ever really was able to fight their way out."

At 9:10am Chief Monk Yan Lu and Master Yan Jiang Deng, who was in charge of teaching Vanness, arrived. "Yan Lai" stood to their right and watched the monks that have been trainging for many years perform hou quan, shuang bian, san jie gun, mei qi gun, qi gong and other skills. During that time Vanness' eyes followed the performers closely. It was only when he saw a monk perform shuan bian laying flat on the floor and then jolted his butt to make his steel whip fly under his body did he smile. It was most likely because he thought this action was something like the break dancing moves he knows so well.

It was finally Vanness' turn 20 minutes later. From when he performed Shaolin tai zu chang quan until mei qi gun, altogether it was less than 5 minutes—the "climax" that everyone was awaiting ended like that. When reporters asked Chief Monk Yan Lu to evaluated his celebrity disciple with a percentage, he only said, "Yan Lai's is very intelligent and has a very high insight, he'll attain a result." Master Yan Jiang also only said, "Being able to perform like that in just 10 days is really not bad—usually people can do that at most after coming here for 2 months."



Interview: Learning martial arts acts as having persistence

After negotiating with the friend of Zhi Xiang Li from Fu Long's China Corporation, Vanness, who was going to leave Zhengzhou tomorrow, accepted an exclusive interview with us.

How did you know of "Shaoling Temple?"
When I was in elementary school I saw Jet Li's movie "Shaolin Temple." I worshiped it after I finished watching it. Even my mom would often joke—'You like it so much, why don't I just send you to a Shaolin temple?' I would then say happily, 'Ok, ok."

What caused you to go from admiration to learning it?
Master said to me that being able to go to Shaolin Temple is a type of fate, it's destined and fate can't be explained.

After learning Shaolin skills for 10 days, how is your view towards learning martial arts different from before?
I just watched Master Yan Lu and the others perform. Although it wasn't fast but you will clearly feel that if you bump into their fists you'll be given a blow. Master said a cold 3 feet of ice is not due to 3 days of cold weather.* I think I already understand. Learning martial arts should become one kind of approach to life. From now on, not only can I get rid of any things that are physically not good, I would also be in a very good mood.

*Explanation: Big nasty problems do not evolve overnight, they must have been brewing for sometime.

Will you continue to learn martial arts after leaving?
Yes, yes, definitely. Master has already taught me tai zu chang quan. Master told me that'll I'll benefit from doing it everyday for 2 hours.

When will you visit the Shaolin Temple in the future?
I'll come whenever I have the chance. I also have a very good friend that's in America who also likes martial arts a lot. He was very jealous after he heard that I came to Shaolin Temple. He called and said to me, "How could you do this? How could you go without me?" I promised him that I'll bring him next time.

Will we be seeing a work of yours soon? There hasn't been information on you for a long time!
Oh, following is movie, drama, the company will have plans. But I am currently at Shaolin Temple mainly for the purpose of learning martial arts. Business matters should be discussed now.

How will you pass this Shaolin culture and martial arts to your fans?
Actually there were some fans that followed me everyday to the temple and stand aside to watch me—I'm sure that they can clearly feel: first, martial arts is hard and you need to pay a price; second, martial arts is cultivating the heart, cultural background is needed.



Source: Bejing Xin Lang Wang

Translated by Amy of Faithful 4ever - http://f4ever.azn.nu
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NOVEMBER 16, 2004

by: NAP GUTIERREZ

Totoo ba - nagulat si Jerry Yan nang malaman nyang kinailangan palang bumili ng mga fans ng 7 shirts para makakuha ng pass sa recent mini-show nya rito? Nagtaka daw kasi ang JErry dahil napuna nya na hindi punong puno ang the Tent.

Sinabihan kasi sya na kaya nagkaganun medyo mahal makakuha ng pass at talagang di ito maaford ng ibang nais makakita sa kanya. Nang malaman nyang lagpas P 2000 ang kailangang gastusin ng mga fans para makakuha lang ng pass nagulat daw ito at sinabing "Had I known I should have shook al the hands of all the fans."

At totoo na sa same event na yan sa The Tent, isang cameraman ng Channel 2 ang pinaalis sa stage habang kinukunan nya ang autograph signing at handshake session ni Jerry with the fans? Hindi daw kasama sa usapan at contrata na kukunan ang part na yun.

Sus!

At totoo rin, galit na galit ang maraming fans dahil dalawang araw bago ang JErry Yan event na yun sa The Tent, nag vigil na sila sa parking lot para lang mauna sila sa pila sa show pero nung pag pasok nila sa venue, laking gulat nila at asar dahil may mga nakapasok nang ibang mga tao na hindi na kinailangan pang pumila at nauna na sa pwesto sa The Tent. Grabe daw ang pagka-unfair ng mga taong nagpapasok sa mga fans na ito.

oh well...


Transaltion:

Is it true? Jerry Yan was astonished when he founf out that fans had to buy 7 shirts to get a ticket to his recent mini-show here? He found this out when he noticed that the venue was not packed with fans.

He was informed that it was difficult to get the tickets and some fans who want to see him would really not be able to afford it. When we knew that fans had to spend more than Pesos 2000 just to get a pass, he was shocked and said "Had I known I should have shook al the hands of all the fans."

And is it true that on that same event at The Tent, a cameraman from Channel 2 was asked to leave the stage when he was shooting Jerry's autograph signing and handshake session with the fans? It is not included in the contract that they can shoot that part.

Sus! (no direct translation here. its an _expression of probably disgust by the writer)

And is it also true that many fans were fuming because they camped out of the venue two days prior to the date of the event just so they can be first in line and take the best spots inside the venue. But to their irritation, they found out that some people were already inside the venue took their spots and they didn't event have to line up out side! The fans were crying unfair to the people who let them in.

oh well...

Source: INQUIRER LIBRE
thanks to Mai for the translation
thanks to ebolash12 of F4FU & JYfam

www.f4friendsunited.org

Posted: November 16, 2004

It's been a year, the September 17th Perfect Concert was again held in Beijing. This time, Jay again makes an appearance but this time the concert is abit different, as there are 9 other stars, including Wilbur Pan, SHE etc. Of course, the biggest threat to Jay is Jerry. Whether it be their popularity, their singing, their ball skills, its time to put it to the test.

Album: <> v <>

Jay's album sold over 1.5 million copies and will use his new songs to lure the fans. However Jerry also released his new album after 3 years and in one week of sales, all 30 000 limited edition CDs were sold, fans demanding more stock. Moreover, Jerry's fans organised tour groups and headed to Taiwan on 13th of August to celebrate pre-order. Their energy and eagerness is obvious.

Singing: Shi Li Pai v Idol Pai

Jay has secured his position as a shi li pai singer, even though his not-so-clear lyrics give listeners a bit of headache but its his style. As for Jerry, as a 'newbie' of the music industry, his humble attitude and sincerity to all of his works and his heartfelt singing has moved hearts. He might be the dark horse and his 3 years preparation gives fans much to wait for.

Dance: Gao Shou v Imitation

Fans have already seen F4 in concert and watched Jerry dance. With a great body, Jerry's dance can make fans scream. Jerry loves to dance and likes to perform. Jay admits that dancing his not his specialty, his <> is an imitation of Bruce Lee.

Instrument: All sorts v 'Ten thousand Choir'

The two stars will try to create atmosphere. Jay will use his musical talent and play the piano, cello etc, whilst Jerry though does not havea special talent in that area but a few words of greeting can cheer up the crowd. Jerry will definitely get the whole audience into a collective singing choir.

Ball Skills: Even

If you thought that Jay and Jerry's on stage battle is not enough, then the basketball game the next day will see them battle it out on the courts. They are ball mates, even though their skills are very close, they are very modest about it. Jerry says that his skills does not compare to Jay and will definitely lose and sticks out his thumb to cheer on Jay. However, he adds: "But it also depends on the time", which obviously displays his competitive nature. Jay even though likes his basketball says that he does not give up easily.

Jay and Jerry are the superstars in the Chinese music industry. The attention is all on them but their style is very different. Jay started as a singer having released 4 albums is also making his way to the films industory. Whilst Jerry, who started his career as an actor, has waited 3 years before releasing an album. They are very alike in some respects and are great friends. They enjoy working together and the audience loves it too.

Source: Sohu

Translated by Lilian of http://onlyf4.proboards4.com

Posted: November 16, 2004

Undoubtedly, Vanness Wu, one of the hottest members of F4, is going to be the most popular one these days. With his present involvement with Martial Arts, he has been talk of the F4 fans. But not only Vanness, in fact, other 3 also who have been on the news lately, Vic Chou, Ken Zhu and Jerry Yan.

Working themselves to the bone, F4 has received every single recognition the Entertainment business has to offer.

Landed as one of the hottest teen groups in Asia today, their individual albums has become a major chartbuster on wings also. ZZ's album has earned recognition, Jerry's album has been on charts, while Ken has to reveal his soon-to-release album next month, and Vanness who's sexier album releases next year. In their respective albums, the four incorporate the liberalizing openness of alternativity with the mainstream appeal of an energetic pop and dance music.

Chinese Times November 2004

Thanks to OnlyVanness

This was featured in the newest issue of YES! magazine. Although several people have already expressed admiration for Zai's performance in Mars, this - coming from the author herself - is the best one so far. Who better to give affirmation of ZaiZai's profound and sensitive portrayal of Ling than the person who knows the character best? The one who 'created' Ling in the first place - Fuyumi Souryo.

"After watching it once, I think that it is a so much better than I previously expected. I believe that fans of the Mars (the manga) will also be extremely pleased and satisfied with it. Playing the lead character of Ling is actor Zhou Yu Min of Taiwan’s most popular band F4, and he portrayed it exceptionally well. Other actors are also very outstanding. Each character were drawn very faithfully by the actors. I’m very impressed, and I have also received this feelings."

She then proceeded to strongly recommend it to Japanese TV stations, and then requested them to broadcast Mars. (This was originally written on 10/27/2004 so it's really quite recent.)

Translated by grendel of http://www.vicpower.net/br>

Posted: November 11, 2004

ZaiZai disclosed during this long-distance interview with us, that he already has a license for regular motorbikes, but he prepared for a month before going through the license test for heavy motorbikes. The first time he went through the test it rained. The surface of the roads were too slippery, so he wasn’t able to brake in time and the wheel of his bike stepped over the lines, and he failed as a result. It’s quite embarrassing now that he recollects it.

Mars, directed by 'Meteor Garden' director Cai Yue Xun, summarizes the story: Ling (played by Zhou Yu Min) regards bike racing as his lifelong occupation, but because of family and emotional disputes, he gradually gave up racing, until he met Qi Luo (played by Hsu Xi Yuan).

In the drama series, Zhou Yu Min has many scenes of him riding heavy bikes. He reveals that those were professional racers as his stunt double in the racing scenes. He has a number of fight scenes in the series, but it all went smoothly, suffering only slight abrasions.

His home suffers from a fire, so he gave up on his racing dreams

Zhou Yu Min says that he was planning to buy a heavy motorbike for himself after filming wrapped up. "But then the fire happened, and there’s simply no space to store the bike." But since the fire had already occurred, all he could do is think positively, and hope that his acting career will become more and more successful.

ZaiZai tackles two roles at the same time in the series. Younger twin brother 'Sheng' was only 16 when he committed suicide and died. He indicated that the role of ‘younger brother’ (Sheng) is the most difficult to portray. "Because he virtually never speaks, and a lot of his emotions are bottled up inside his heart." Asked if his disposition in real life is more like the younger or the elder twin? He said it’s a fusion of both.

Working with Da S again, Zhou Yu Min said that the rapport between them is getting better and better. He even joked that he once asked the director to arrange a kissing scene with Da S. When asked how Da S's lips felt like, he only laughed shyly, but admitted in the end that, "It's good lah!"

The screenplay arranged for a male character to have a romantic interest in him. He says he’s not gay, and will not be interested in another man in real life.

Director Cai Yue Xun also has a cameo role in the series, ZaiZai said that director Cai used to act in movies, so his acting’s not bad. "But of course the best in acting is me, Da S is second, and director Cai is third. Hahaha…"

Zhou Yu Min is currently taking up some courses related to movies and films, because next in line will be plans of making a movie. "It's a Hong Kong film, but it’s still in talks." Asked what kind of role he would most like to take on if he’s going to make a movie, he said, "A character with split personality, because it will definitely be so much fun!"

Source: Lian He Zao Bao

Translated by grendel of http://www.vicpower.net

by nap gutierrez

libre inquirer, november 9, 2004


To say that the fans screamed when they saw Jerry Yan at the Tent last Friday is an understatement.


Not only screams but hysterics! Pandemonioum.. These are Jerry YAn's fans' reaction to his most recent visit.


And here are the highlights and sidelights:


Jerry Yan arrived at the NAIA at around 11:45 am last friday and more than a thousand fans greeted him at the airport. They braved the rain just to get a glimpse of Jerry. He wore a Bench shirt and sunglasses. Before, a helipcopter brought him to his hotel, this time, a van brought him to the MAndarin Oriental in Makati. After checking in & resting a little at Suite 1836, he changed into a green Bench T-shirt with 'Merry Jerry' print and a khaki pants and immediately proceeded to the Tent at Fort Bonifacio.


The fans went crazy. They camped on the Tent's parking lot as early as Wednesday. Some slept in their cars. Thei reason: they want to be the first on line come Friday. I don't know if it's true, but fans were allowed to enter the venue on early friday morning after spending patiently waiting for two nights, they were astonished to see people inside who did not line up outside. Unfair shouted some fans. Who let these people in?


At around 3:15 pm, after a mini fashion show that tested the fan's patience, Jerry Yan appeared on stage to his shrieking fans. He sang two songs, One Meter and Gravity. It was earlier reported that he will not entertain a Q & A activity with the fans but at the last minute, he changed his mind. He answered 6 questions from his fans who were chosen from the audience. Everybody thought he will immediately leave after the Q & A, but he did not. Jerry consented to an autograph signing and handshake session with about 150 fans


All 150 who shook hands with Jerry were extremely delighted and some even cried happy tears. " His hand is so soft and his face is so perfect!", gushed a fan.


He was asked what is his favorite apparel, he answered "underwear"


Previously, Jerry does not know many English words, but this time he uttered some English words like "Are you sure?", "Sorry", "See you soon", Thank you, thank you, thank you". He has indeed learned a lot from his English tutorials in Taiwan.


The event ended at around 5 pm. He went directly back to the Mandarin Oriental where ABS-CBN staff & crew are waiting. His interviews were shown in three shows last Sunday. VJ Iya ng Myx also interviewd him. SHirly Barrido still acted as Jerry's interpreter.


After the two interviews, he returned to his suite. By the way, the suite that Jerry occupied is the largest and most expensive room at the Mandarin Oriental.


At 11:30 pm, Jerry was still awake. He ordered a late dinner consisted of vegetable soup, beef tenderloin and beef sandwich.


At 4 am, Jerry's party is getting ready for their 7 am flight. At 4:30 he left the Mandarin for NAIA where he boarded a Cathay Pacific flight to Hongkong. At 11 am the same day, he was already in Shanghai, China for more of his Asian Tour.


Jerry stayed for only almost 19 hours, but many fans were extremely happy about it. In his own litle way, he was able to share happiness and joy to thousands of his supporters

Tnx to the ff:
Translated by Mai Chu of www.f4friendsunited.org

Source from Straits Time Interactive
http://straitstimes.asia1.com.sg/sub/life/...,284313,00.html

Nov11, 2004

Vic Chou deviates from the usual idol drama to play a man with a split personality
By Ng Hui Hui

VIC Chou thinks he has a split personality, which is appropriate as the member of Taiwanese boyband F4 plays a person suffering from that condition in the idol drama, Mars.

If he were to act in a movie, he hopes to play a similar role, too.

'Maybe it's because I'm a Gemini and I have very frequent mood swings. That's why it seems easier to act in such roles,' says Chou, 23.

Mars, which is adapted from the popular Japanese comic of the same name, tells of the romance between two tortured souls.
Chou plays two characters - identical twins Ling and Sheng. While Ling is a reckless youth who loves speeding on motorbikes, Sheng is reserved and expresses himself through drawings.

Sheng commits suicide when the girl he loves has eyes only for Ling. Guilt-stricken, Ling hates his own reflection and ends up in a mental institution for two years.

He later finds new hope after meeting the introverted Qiluo (played by Barbie Hsu) in university.

'It's a bit more difficult to play the role of Sheng because he is always very moody and seems to have a lot on his mind all the time,' says Chou, who spent about a month getting a motorcycle licence, just for this show.

Chou, who normally drives a four-door sedan, passed the motorbike test on his second attempt.

This is his third time acting in a drama serial alongside Hsu. They became good friends after acting in Meteor Garden I and II.

Hsu, 28, reportedly turned down the role of Qiluo due to her busy schedule but changed her mind when she knew that Chou was the male lead.

'We're both very good friends and this makes it easier for us to get into our roles quickly, especially intimate scenes. When it's our turn to kiss, we just do it and hardly need any mental preparation,' Chou says.

Then he adds with a giggle: 'But when it's not our turn yet, we keep asking the director when it'll be our turn.'


Mars is on E City (Channel 56) every Thu and Fri at 7pm.

Thanks to Summer727 of OnlyF4

DINNO RADO
by Dinno Erece, Tumbok
Nov. 9, 2004

Posted: November 9, 2004

14:00
Jerry have arrived in HK, waiting to transit.
Wearing the same as what he wore in Beijing, not in any shades or caps.
Bench tee-shirt, SNK cotton sweater.
Very happy.

14:20
Strolled towards the custom of CX gate.
Fans passed their prezzie.
He was laughing as he flipped it walking at the same time.
Passed it to Fenny for keepsake in a huge file.

14:30
Guozhong wanted to visit the gents.
He didn't even see the gents even though he was standing in front of it, he kept looking for it.
Jerry couldn't help but said, "Here lah...."
This attracted lots of laughter from everyone.

Jerry and the crew have gone into the VIP lounge, went into the gents for a very long time.
Ate noodles when he came out, reading newspapers
When he read about Vann in Shaolin's report, he said, "Is he an idiot?"(jokingly)
All the crew gathered around to see laughing happily.
Jerry took off his sweater after he was a little hot from eating the noodles.

Someone asked him whether he would go to Korea, he said its not decided yet.

Jerry have gone up the plane to go home.

And, when he went up the plane, his SNk sweater became red and not beige.
He actually reverse it to wear after he finished his noodles.

Thanks to Yanchengxu Lao Da @ Gang Wan.
Credits to Xiujuan of OnlyF4 Singapore

Posted: November 9, 2004

Vanness Wu, who believes in Christianity has become a Shaolin disciple ! Vanness went up to Shaolin 2 weeks ago secretly, he became a disciple in order to learn martial arts,he even had a name, and he is very serious in order to learn properly.

China's Sina yesterday reported that Vanness had gone to Shaolin to become a disciple, with a disciple's name and thrown down his job. And, all this was actually to gain the chance of a role in Hollywood's movie with Shaolin's theme. Vanness's manager Zhi Xiang Li had confirmed that Vanness is right now in Shaolin, but it wasn't what they had reported, it wasn't to gain a role in Hollywood's movie and his name wasn't Yan Lai.

Zhi Xiang Li said, "Vanness and I area already in Shaolin for around 20 days. Shaolin have seldom take in disciples in the past, they broke their limts and have taken in Vanness. Thus, he cherishes this opportunity." And, Vanness going uphill were matched with the times of him breaking up with his rumoured girlfriend, Vivian Hsu was he up there to liao4 shang1? Zhi Xiang Li emphasised that he was there only to learn martial arts, but to the reason why they are there, he cannot reveal. He laughed and said, "Fa3 Bai4, i can't tell. Vanness have always been interested in kung-fu, and kung-fu comes from SHaolin, of course he has to train well."

Vanness is a Christian, isn't he creating a sin by becoming a Shaolin disciple ? Zhi Xiang Li said, "Most outsiders have some misunderstandings against this disciple thingy, it's not affecting Vanness's original belief." However, as a disciple, Vanness need not go vegetarian. Right now, it's not known when he would leave, but it's confirmed that he would be involved in a performance in movie, Meng Long De Jin Tui.

Thanks to Singpao.
9th Nov 2004

Credit to Xiujuan of onlyf4

Date Posted: November 8, 2004


Chu Xiao Tien (Ken) and Fok Jian Wah, both changed their focus from
drama acting to singing lately will run into each other in the
coming December. Though both of them belong to the same record
company, their album releases happen to be scheduled in the same
December. Despite, the two albums are in completely different
styles. In the viewpoint of Sony, both are of the same importance
for which has vest with all resources without any bias.

Chu Xiao Tien (Ken) and Fok Jian Wah are red-hot actors. In order to
work on t! heir first albums, both has hold back their plans on drama.
Chu Xiao Tien (Ken) and Fok Jian Wah have just finished their
filming of "City of Sky" and "Zuo Tou" respectively. Leaving all
other side jobs, they have concentrated on their albums so as to
accomplish their dreams as a singer.

Chu Xiao Tien (Ken) is the latest member among the F4 to launch his
solo album. Finally, it is scheduled to release on December 6th.
Since Jerry Yan's album has worked for more than 2 years, winning
praises from David Tao for his sincerity, Sony pledged that Chu Xiao
Tien's album will definitely be more sincere for which he has spend
three years on it. Because Ken likes to sing along with playing
guitar, he insists to aim at "British Rock" style. Sony has given
full support on his idea and invited famous producers Wu Bai and
Wang Dai Wei to write songs for him. Ken himself has also worked
closely with singer Chan San Ni to write on new s! ongs, showing his
multi-talent.

On the other hand, since Fok had joined Sony, he started to work on
his album. His album will also launch in December after months of
preparation. In order to prove his ability in singing, Fok practices
daily winning good comments from all his colleagues.

Fok Jian Wah's album was planned to release in November but has
delayed to December because he wishes to improve on it.
Accidentally, it runs right into Chu Xiao Tien's album schedule,
resulted on direct competition. Fortunately, David Wong's album,
originally targeted in December, has moved to January. Otherwise,
they have to face more vigorous competition.

Given the fact that two major artists are to launch their albums on
the same timeframe, Sony ascertains that none of them will be
overlooked. Both will be given the best resources and full support.
In addition, their promotion plans have been classified as top
secret so a! s to push out refreshed new attire.

SOURCE: UDN News, Xing Pao
TRANSLATED BY: Weiwei@Kenforever.

Posted: November 8, 2004