S.H.E Teases New Collaboration
Taiwan girl group S.H.E has hinted ever-so-tantalizingly of a new joint project in the works. Selina, Hebe, and Ella haven’t put out an album together since 2012’s “Blossomy”. So it was no surprise that when the long-running trio posted a colorful photo of paper flowers on Facebook today, fans immediately demanded to know if an album or...Continue reading
Fans Mourn Japanese Bulldog Star’s Passing
Fans in Taiwan and Japan are mourning James the English Bulldog, one half of a popular animal duo often featured on a Japanese television show. James and his partner Pankun the chimpanzee starred in a regular segment on NTV’s “Genius! Shimura Zoo” program, with the animal buddies often challenged to complete human tasks, such as...Continue reading
Jay Chou Loses Case for “Green Hornet” Car Tax
Taiwan singer and business mogul Jay Chou might NOT get to have his cake and eat it too. The Taipei High Administrative Court ruled against the 37-year-old pop star today, after he claimed that the government overcharged him in taxes. After starring in the Hollywood action flick “Green Hornet” in 2011, Chou had shipped one...Continue reading
2016 Oscar-winning Films Showing in Taiwan
So you’ve watched the 2016 Academy Awards, but have you seen the major Oscar-winning films? Here’s your checklist of the Oscar-winners showing NOW in Taiwan: 1.”Spotlight” Best Picture Best Original Screenplay A team of journalists (Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Mark Ruffalo) from The Boston Globe investigate allegations against an unfrocked priest accused of molesting more than...Continue reading
Mayday Fulfills Wish for Earthquake Victims’ Mother
Alternative rock band Mayday has reached out to lend some comfort to a victim of the Feb. 6th earthquake in southern Taiwan. Liu Yichen, whose husband, two young sons, and 10-day old daughter were all killed in the Weiguan apartment complex collapse in Tainan left a message on Mayday lead singer Ashin’s Facebook page yesterday....Continue reading
Chou Tzuyu and TWICE to Star in Reality Series
Those who just can’t get enough of Taiwanese kpop singer Chou Tzuyu, can now get a behind-the-scenes look at her life with fellow band members in a new reality TV series. Reports say South Korean girl group TWICE will star in the series “TWICE’s Private Life”, to be aired on music and entertainment channel Mnet....Continue reading
South Korean Band CNBLUE Arrives in Taiwan
South Korean boy band CNBLUE arrived in Taiwan earlier today, driving fans into a frenzy at the Taoyuan International Airport. The pop rock group landed at 12:40pm, and went through customs amidst flashing cameras and screaming fans. Jung Yong-hwa, Lee Jong-hyun, Kang Min-hyuk, and Lee Jung-shin are set to perform tomorrow and Saturday for their...Continue reading
Jolin and Boyfriend Enjoy Simple Valentine’s Day
Pop diva Jolin Tsai and her boyfriend appeared to have spent Valentine’s Day enjoying the simple things. The pair were spotted by an Apple Daily reporter, out for a food run in Tsai’s white Mercedes-Benz, with the singer in the driver’s seat. Tsai’s boyfriend, actor model Vivian Dawson, did the legwork, exiting the vehicle several...Continue reading
Running Man Members Visit Taiwan
All members of the South Korean hit show Running Man arrived at Taoyuan International Airport this afternoon. The 7 main cast members are in Taiwan for a special meet and greet session that takes place tonight at Taoyuan Arena. This is the first time all the members have been in Taiwan at the same time,...Continue reading
Actor Ryan Reynolds in Taiwan for “Deadpool” Tour
Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds is jumping right into the thick of Taiwan’s current events, as he tours the island to promote his anti-hero action flick “Deadpool”. Reynolds arrived on Wednesday and is scheduled to leave tomorrow, two weeks before his movie based on a Marvel Comics character opens in Taiwan theaters on February 5th. The...Continue reading
Jolin and JJ Show Star Power at Warner Music Year-end Banquet
Star power was out in full force last night for the Warner Music Year-end Banquet, with some of the biggest names contributing millions of NT as lucky draw prizes. In anticipation of the upcoming Year of the Monkey, the theme of the night was “Rise of the Planet of Apes”. But several celebs also went...Continue reading
Taiwan Entertainer Show Luo Sees Backlash from Fans
Another Taiwan celebrity is in hot water over the issue of “national identity”. Singer-dancer-host Show Luo is seeing major backlash from fans, after saying “we are indeed, all Chinese” at an event in China last week. Luo made the comment when Chinese media outlets asked him how he felt about working with Chinese entertainers. Taiwan...Continue reading
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