Host Dee Hsu Caught Off Guard by Fan Support for Concert
Television host Dee Hsu is getting some unexpected love, after over 10,000 of her fans signed a petition for Hsu to put on a concert at the Taipei Arena. After a strong showing on the New Year’s Eve special program “Superstar” just two weeks ago, Hsu had joked that she would hold a concert, if...Continue reading
Netflix Launches in Taiwan
Binge-watching has just gotten a lot easier for Taiwan fans of popular television series. American streaming service provider Netflix launched in Taiwan today, offering a trial month of free access to its library of TV shows and movies. From today until February 5th, those who subscribe get a month of free access to movies and...Continue reading
Running Man Celeb Song Jihyo Charms Taiwan Fans
South Korean actress, television presenter and model Song Jihyo made what local media called a “flash visit” to Taiwan yesterday, arriving at noon and flying out in the evening. After arriving at Taoyuan International Airport, the Running Man star headed straight to an opening ceremony for the Taiwan flagship store of South Korean cosmetics brand...Continue reading
Taiwan Singer Jolin Tsai Wows at MAMA
Taiwan singer Jolin Tsai wowed the audience at the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) last night in Hong Kong with a racy rendering of her signature song “Play.” Tsai took to the stage in all-black, with a host of male back up dancers, and wowed audience members. In addition to performing, she also won...Continue reading
Lin Chiling and Mickey Huang to Host Golden Horse Awards Ceremony
Model and actress Lin Chi-ling and TV host Mickey Huang will jointly host the 52nd Golden Horse Awards ceremony. It will be the second time that the 40-year-old model hosts the ceremony. She first hosted it in 2004. Huang has won several Golden Bell Awards for best host in a variety program. According to the...Continue reading
Taiwan TV Drama to Air in South America
For the first time, a Taiwanese TV drama will be aired in Latin America The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says “The Fierce Wife” will soon be broadcast on a total of 10 TV channels in 8 different countries. The TV series, a big hit in Taiwan in 2011, stars Sonia Sui, Wen Sheng-hao, Chris Wang...Continue reading
Taiwan to be Featured on National Geographic TV Show
Taiwan’s tropical vibe will be featured on the National Geographic’s Family Channel later this month. The national tourism bureau announced yesterday that “Taste of the Tropics: Taiwan” will premier across Asia and Australia March 20 on the National Geographic Channel and NatGeo People Channel. The new show will introduce viewers to Hualien, Chiayi and the...Continue reading
Chen Bo-lin Cast in Chinese-South Korean Film
Taiwan actor Chen Bo-lin and South Korean actress Son Ye-jin have been cast in the lead roles of a new Chinese-South Korean film. South Korean media reports that the film, tentatively titled “The Bad Man Must Die”, will be produced jointly by Chinese Feng Xiaogang and South Korean Kang Je-gyu. The movie will reportedly be...Continue reading
Where to Watch Live Oscar Ceremony in Taiwan: Monday Morning, Feb. 23
Both Marion Cotillard and Miles Teller will be presenter of awards at the 2015 Oscar ceremony. HBO Asia and TTV to offer live broadcast of the entire award program Movie buffs in Taiwan are eagerly awaiting the 87th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. HBO HD (channel 226 in Taipei area if you...Continue reading
Taipei Comics Animation Fair Kicks Off
The Taipei International Comics and Animation Festival kicks off today, featuring graphic artists, authors, voice actors and animation producers from Taiwan, Japan and South Korea. A total of 47 artists, authors, actors and producers will participate in 40 book signings and other activities at the festival. Among them are Marina Inoue, a Japanese voice actress...Continue reading
Taiwan Immigrant Family Sitcom Fresh off the Boat to Air in US
A sitcom about the experiences of a Taiwanese immigrant family is set to air on US television this week. “Fresh Off the Boat” will be the first network sitcom to focus on the story of a Taiwanese immigrant family and only the third attempt by any major American network to launch an Asian-American situational comedy....Continue reading
Are You Ready for the Superbowl?
A historic Super Bowl finally arrives. On Sunday, that’s Monday morning Taipei time, the Seattle Seahawks go for a second straight NFL title, seeking to be the first team to repeat since the New England Patriots a decade ago. A victory, particularly a convincing one, would stamp the Seahawks as one of the great teams...Continue reading
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