Of course it wouldn’t be appropriate to end this months column without mentioning the controversy around the unauthorized nude photos taken of Twins member Gillian Chung. It’s been all over the Asian press, with both the public, and her fellow celebrities, coming together in protest. Gillian was obviously quite shaken over the incident, and it looks like pictures such as these may become harder to print in the coming years. The intense public scrutiny over the affair, has forced the Hong Kong government to review the privacy laws on their books, and to reevaluate whether these kinds of photographs should be made illegal going into the future.
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It has been said that both members of the Hong Kong pop duo Twins are some of the nicest stars in the business. That coming after reports that the groups sudden success and hectic schedule is starting to catch up with them–with claims that there are many days in which the singers are quite literally on the verge of complete exhaustion. In spite of this, many around them have been pleasantly surprised to find out how kind and engaging the two can become when approached by their many fans. Known for going out of their way to chat and spend extra time while signing autographs, it’s nice to know that these pop stars haven’t forgotten the very fans that put them on top.
The MTV Asia Awards 2006 are over, and this years show was quite a glittery affair– broadcasted live from Bangkok, Thailand, to over 100 million viewers. It was definitely the place to be for anyone connected to the Asian music industry. Notable winners were: Twins (Hong Kong), Se7en (Korea), and Lee-Hom Wang (Taiwan), all winners of the “Favorite Artist” award from their respective countries. Congratulations to Jolin Tsai who won this years “Style Award” for her contribution to Asian fashion in 2006.
Hong Kong pop group Twins caused quite a stir recently, after attending a promotional event in Taiwan’s capital city of Taipei. Crowds were packed in so tightly, that it was quite surprising to learn that no injuries were reported by police. More interesting, was the gift they received from record execs for their dedication and hectic schedule, that has basically forfeited any chance of a holiday anytime soon. Gillian and Charlene accepted the award and joked to reporters that the only holiday they foresee anytime in the near future, were those in their imaginations..
