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Chow Pits Confucius Against Avatar for China Box Office
Hong Kong megastar Chow Yun-fat said Thursday that he was confident a biopic about the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius can take on the hugely
Slumdog Kid Star Gets $145,000 in New Deals
"Slumdog Millionaire" child star Rubina Ali played a poverty-stricken child in the Oscar-winning film, but the real-life daughter of India's shantytowns
Jay Chou, Lin Chi-Ling Do Own Stunts in Treasure Hunter
He's one of Chinese pop's biggest acts and she's one of the most famous Chinese faces on the catwalk.
Diane Sawyer Begins Anchoring ABC News
Diane Sawyer was all business on a busy first day as anchor of ABC News' flagship evening newscast on Monday, save for a brief salute
Avatar Tops Hollywood's Risky Budget Busters
It's fair to say that it's a risky venture to create a movie about an exotically colored, 10-foot-tall tribe called the Na'vi and spend more ...
Top Cinematographer Mark Lee Expresses Disdain for Digital
A top Asian cinematographer has expressed his distaste for digital cameras in a recently released book, complaining about having to use them
Leon Dai Film Wins 4 Golden Horse Awards
Taiwanese social drama "No Puedo Vivir Sin Ti" won Chinese cinema's top honor on Saturday — a rare victory for an industry that has been ...
Nominees for Golden Horse Awards
A list of nominees in the top categories at Taiwan's Golden Horse Awards, which will be announced this Saturday in Taipei:
Golden Horse Awards Pass Over Big-Budget Flicks
An Australia-based director's romance, a Taiwanese family drama and the story of a Chinese peasant guarding a cow are the unlikely trio of top contenders
Hugh Jackman Struggles with Mandarin Song
He's mastered the role of a mutant with metal claws — but foreign languages are a tall order for Hugh Jackman.
Live-Action Mulan Shows Woman Warrior's Deep Struggles
More than a decade after Disney made a blockbuster animated film out of a folk tale about a young woman in ancient China who takes ...
Ninja Assassin Rains Blood, Dry on Character
When considering the meager merits of the bone-snapping, blood-splattered "Ninja Assassin," it's best to remember the words of John Goodman's
Disney to Produce High School Musical in China
How do you say school's out in Chinese? Disney is recreating its hit franchise film "High School Musical" in the East as it turns its ...
2012 Plot Tickles Chinese Audiences, Tops Box Office
When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. Or at least that's how Chinese audiences are interpreting "2012," Hollywood's latest blockbuster disaster movie.
Shigeru Miyamoto's Mario Is Game World's Enduring Brand
You might call him the Mickey Mouse of video games. He's reminiscent of a doughnut, round and sweet and comforting. He's also a vessel
Zhang Yimou Considers Historic Novels for Next Project
Looking for a new project after finishing a comedy, Zhang Yimou is considering adaptations of novels set against China's Cultural Revolution and the Japanese invasion ...
Lucy Liu Examines Child Trafficking in Red Light
Actress Lucy Liu, who has produced a film about children sold into the sex trade in Cambodia, says the fight against human trafficking will be ...
Donnie Yen Kills, Loves in 14 Blades
Action star Donnie Yen says he signed on to play an ancient Chinese secret service agent in his new film — even though it was ...
Rain's Career Takes New Path with 2nd Hollywood Flick
South Korean pop star Rain says he drew inspiration from fellow Asian stars who successfully crossed over to Hollywood when he prepared for his first ...
Zhang Yimou to Release Blood Simple Remake
Zhang Yimou says his first movie in three years has shades of comedian Stephen Chow's outlandish humor and marks the first time the "Raise the ...
Jackie Chan, Andy Lau to Star in Shaolin Epic
The king of kung fu cinema is set to star in a new movie about China's famed shrine of martial arts, the Shaolin Temple. Jackie ...
New Owner Plans to Revive Storied Golden Harvest Studio
The new management of a famed Hong Kong film studio that worked with Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and John Woo promised Wednesday to revive the ...
Chow Yun-Fat to Play Bad Guy in Chinese Western
After taking on the ancient sage Confucius, Chow Yun-fat has signed on to play an early 20th century bad guy in a $19 million Chinese ...
Psy Earns Gangnam-Style Appearance Fees in China
Psy continues making big bucks performing his viral hit in a nation that has as many people as his YouTube views.
Psy Upstages Kim Jong-Un at Peak of Korean Crisis
The timing of Psy's Gentleman has upstaged Kim Jong-un's saber-rattling at the peak of the Korean crisis.
China Grooms Teen Golf Prodigies to Storm Rio Olympics
Chinese prodigies are exploding onto the golfing scene thanks to China's ambition to become a power in the Rio Games.
Psy Finds Inspiration for New Dance in Korean Tradition
Psy will follow up “Gangnam Style” with a new single that draws on traditional Korean culture for its dance move.
Rania Adds Britney Spears' Manager to US Debut Team
Korean girl group Rania adds promotional firepower for their long-anticipated US debut planned for this summer.
Psy Changes Song “Assaravia” to Avoid Offending Arabs
Psy won't be calling his upcoming song “Assaravia” to avoid creating the wrong impression with Arabs.
Ang Lee Won't Direct Crouching Tiger Sequel
Double-Oscar-winning director Ang Lee won't be helming a planned sequel to his blockbuster kung-fu romance Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, according to Hong Kong's Oriental Daily ...
Psy Says New Single to Be Unveiled at Seoul Concert
Psy's new single will debut in April in a YouTube broadcast and in a concert to be held in Seoul's massive World Cup Stadium.
Pitcher Ryu Hyun-Jin Tops Preseason Rookie Roster
Korean lefty Ryu Hyun-jin looks to earn his $62-mil. contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Psy Strings Along Restive Fans with Four Gangnam Remixes
Running months late on his follow-up to “Gangnam Style”, Psy is hoping four remixes will tide fans over.
Dennis Rodman in N. Korea to Run Basketball Clinic for Kids
At a time when nuclear tensions are running high, Dennis Rodman has become America's newest ambassador to Pyongyang.
Psy's New Single Held Up for Killer Dance Move
Psy struggles to work up a dance move to help his new single follow Gangnam Style's hyperbolic trajectory.
Daniel Henney Stars in Chinese American Identity Comedy
Korean American Daniel Henney stars in the Chinese American expat-identity comedy Shanghai Calling.
Low-Budget Slapstick Tops Hollywood Hits in China
A low-budget Chinese slapstick comedy topped Hollywood's biggest blockbusters to capture the top spot in China's box office in 2012.
Korean Contingent Prominent at New York Fashion Week
Three Korean fashion models and five designers add a Korean flavor to this year's New York Fashion Week.
Japanese Soccer Players Face Racism on European Teams
Japanese soccer players in Europe routinely face taunts directed at them because of their race and nationality.
Psy's Gentleman Sprints toward Top of Charts
Psy's new single “Gentleman” is on track to shatter even the YouTube record held by “Gangnam Style”.
Koreans Prominent in Super Bowl Battle of Brands
Korean brands loomed large among advertisers that shelled out $300 million on Super Bowl Sunday.
Chongqing Sex-Tapes Temptress Claims Brainwashing
The beauty whose sexual services were used to bribe Chongqing officials claims she was brainwashed by her boss and lover.
China Palace Drama Series to Air on US Network
A Chinese TV series about court intrigue in the Forbidden City is being reworked into a miniseries by a major US network.
Psy Buys Westwood Luxury Condo Ahead of New Release
Psy is settling into life as a trans-Pacific pop star by buying a condo located about halfway between the eastern edge of UCLA and the ...
Li Na Beats Sharapova to Reach Australian Open Finals
China's Li Na handles Maria Sharapova in straight sets for a second Australian Open final berth.
Li Na to Play Maria Sharapova in Aussie Semifinal
Li Na will face a surging Maria Sharapova who set an Australian Open record by dropping only 9 games in the first 5 rounds.
Li Na to Face Radwanska in Quarters, Nishikori Out
The world's top Asian female singles players is on track to match her success in last year's Australian Open.
Korean Directors Helm Three New Hollywood Releases
Korean directors are set to raise their global profiles with the imminent releases of three Hollywood projects.
Violinist Vanessa Mae Wants to Ski in 2014 Olympics
Vanessa Mae may become the first recording star to compete in the Olympics if she realizes her decade-long dream.
Lucy Liu to Star in Broadway's God of Carnage
From "Kill Bill" and "Charlie's Angels" to Broadway. And don't forget "Ally McBeal."
Chow Pits Confucius Against Avatar for China Box Office
Hong Kong megastar Chow Yun-fat said Thursday that he was confident a biopic about the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius can take on the hugely
Slumdog Kid Star Gets $145,000 in New Deals
"Slumdog Millionaire" child star Rubina Ali played a poverty-stricken child in the Oscar-winning film, but the real-life daughter of India's shantytowns
Jay Chou, Lin Chi-Ling Do Own Stunts in Treasure Hunter
He's one of Chinese pop's biggest acts and she's one of the most famous Chinese faces on the catwalk.
Diane Sawyer Begins Anchoring ABC News
Diane Sawyer was all business on a busy first day as anchor of ABC News' flagship evening newscast on Monday, save for a brief salute
Avatar Tops Hollywood's Risky Budget Busters
It's fair to say that it's a risky venture to create a movie about an exotically colored, 10-foot-tall tribe called the Na'vi and spend more ...
Top Cinematographer Mark Lee Expresses Disdain for Digital
A top Asian cinematographer has expressed his distaste for digital cameras in a recently released book, complaining about having to use them
Leon Dai Film Wins 4 Golden Horse Awards
Taiwanese social drama "No Puedo Vivir Sin Ti" won Chinese cinema's top honor on Saturday — a rare victory for an industry that has been ...
Nominees for Golden Horse Awards
A list of nominees in the top categories at Taiwan's Golden Horse Awards, which will be announced this Saturday in Taipei:
Golden Horse Awards Pass Over Big-Budget Flicks
An Australia-based director's romance, a Taiwanese family drama and the story of a Chinese peasant guarding a cow are the unlikely trio of top contenders
Hugh Jackman Struggles with Mandarin Song
He's mastered the role of a mutant with metal claws — but foreign languages are a tall order for Hugh Jackman.
Live-Action Mulan Shows Woman Warrior's Deep Struggles
More than a decade after Disney made a blockbuster animated film out of a folk tale about a young woman in ancient China who takes ...
Ninja Assassin Rains Blood, Dry on Character
When considering the meager merits of the bone-snapping, blood-splattered "Ninja Assassin," it's best to remember the words of John Goodman's
Disney to Produce High School Musical in China
How do you say school's out in Chinese? Disney is recreating its hit franchise film "High School Musical" in the East as it turns its ...
2012 Plot Tickles Chinese Audiences, Tops Box Office
When the apocalypse comes, China will save the world. Or at least that's how Chinese audiences are interpreting "2012," Hollywood's latest blockbuster disaster movie.
Shigeru Miyamoto's Mario Is Game World's Enduring Brand
You might call him the Mickey Mouse of video games. He's reminiscent of a doughnut, round and sweet and comforting. He's also a vessel
Zhang Yimou Considers Historic Novels for Next Project
Looking for a new project after finishing a comedy, Zhang Yimou is considering adaptations of novels set against China's Cultural Revolution and the Japanese invasion ...
Lucy Liu Examines Child Trafficking in Red Light
Actress Lucy Liu, who has produced a film about children sold into the sex trade in Cambodia, says the fight against human trafficking will be ...
Donnie Yen Kills, Loves in 14 Blades
Action star Donnie Yen says he signed on to play an ancient Chinese secret service agent in his new film — even though it was ...
Rain's Career Takes New Path with 2nd Hollywood Flick
South Korean pop star Rain says he drew inspiration from fellow Asian stars who successfully crossed over to Hollywood when he prepared for his first ...
Zhang Yimou to Release Blood Simple Remake
Zhang Yimou says his first movie in three years has shades of comedian Stephen Chow's outlandish humor and marks the first time the "Raise the ...
Jackie Chan, Andy Lau to Star in Shaolin Epic
The king of kung fu cinema is set to star in a new movie about China's famed shrine of martial arts, the Shaolin Temple. Jackie ...
New Owner Plans to Revive Storied Golden Harvest Studio
The new management of a famed Hong Kong film studio that worked with Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and John Woo promised Wednesday to revive the ...
Chow Yun-Fat to Play Bad Guy in Chinese Western
After taking on the ancient sage Confucius, Chow Yun-fat has signed on to play an early 20th century bad guy in a $19 million Chinese ...
Psy Earns Gangnam-Style Appearance Fees in China
Psy continues making big bucks performing his viral hit in a nation that has as many people as his YouTube views.
Psy Upstages Kim Jong-Un at Peak of Korean Crisis
The timing of Psy's Gentleman has upstaged Kim Jong-un's saber-rattling at the peak of the Korean crisis.
China Grooms Teen Golf Prodigies to Storm Rio Olympics
Chinese prodigies are exploding onto the golfing scene thanks to China's ambition to become a power in the Rio Games.
Psy Finds Inspiration for New Dance in Korean Tradition
Psy will follow up “Gangnam Style” with a new single that draws on traditional Korean culture for its dance move.
Rania Adds Britney Spears' Manager to US Debut Team
Korean girl group Rania adds promotional firepower for their long-anticipated US debut planned for this summer.
Psy Changes Song “Assaravia” to Avoid Offending Arabs
Psy won't be calling his upcoming song “Assaravia” to avoid creating the wrong impression with Arabs.
Ang Lee Won't Direct Crouching Tiger Sequel
Double-Oscar-winning director Ang Lee won't be helming a planned sequel to his blockbuster kung-fu romance Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, according to Hong Kong's Oriental Daily ...
Psy Says New Single to Be Unveiled at Seoul Concert
Psy's new single will debut in April in a YouTube broadcast and in a concert to be held in Seoul's massive World Cup Stadium.
Pitcher Ryu Hyun-Jin Tops Preseason Rookie Roster
Korean lefty Ryu Hyun-jin looks to earn his $62-mil. contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Psy Strings Along Restive Fans with Four Gangnam Remixes
Running months late on his follow-up to “Gangnam Style”, Psy is hoping four remixes will tide fans over.
Dennis Rodman in N. Korea to Run Basketball Clinic for Kids
At a time when nuclear tensions are running high, Dennis Rodman has become America's newest ambassador to Pyongyang.
Psy's New Single Held Up for Killer Dance Move
Psy struggles to work up a dance move to help his new single follow Gangnam Style's hyperbolic trajectory.
Daniel Henney Stars in Chinese American Identity Comedy
Korean American Daniel Henney stars in the Chinese American expat-identity comedy Shanghai Calling.
Low-Budget Slapstick Tops Hollywood Hits in China
A low-budget Chinese slapstick comedy topped Hollywood's biggest blockbusters to capture the top spot in China's box office in 2012.
Korean Contingent Prominent at New York Fashion Week
Three Korean fashion models and five designers add a Korean flavor to this year's New York Fashion Week.
Japanese Soccer Players Face Racism on European Teams
Japanese soccer players in Europe routinely face taunts directed at them because of their race and nationality.
Psy's Gentleman Sprints toward Top of Charts
Psy's new single “Gentleman” is on track to shatter even the YouTube record held by “Gangnam Style”.
Koreans Prominent in Super Bowl Battle of Brands
Korean brands loomed large among advertisers that shelled out $300 million on Super Bowl Sunday.
Chongqing Sex-Tapes Temptress Claims Brainwashing
The beauty whose sexual services were used to bribe Chongqing officials claims she was brainwashed by her boss and lover.
China Palace Drama Series to Air on US Network
A Chinese TV series about court intrigue in the Forbidden City is being reworked into a miniseries by a major US network.
Psy Buys Westwood Luxury Condo Ahead of New Release
Psy is settling into life as a trans-Pacific pop star by buying a condo located about halfway between the eastern edge of UCLA and the ...
Li Na Beats Sharapova to Reach Australian Open Finals
China's Li Na handles Maria Sharapova in straight sets for a second Australian Open final berth.
Li Na to Play Maria Sharapova in Aussie Semifinal
Li Na will face a surging Maria Sharapova who set an Australian Open record by dropping only 9 games in the first 5 rounds.
Li Na to Face Radwanska in Quarters, Nishikori Out
The world's top Asian female singles players is on track to match her success in last year's Australian Open.
Korean Directors Helm Three New Hollywood Releases
Korean directors are set to raise their global profiles with the imminent releases of three Hollywood projects.
Violinist Vanessa Mae Wants to Ski in 2014 Olympics
Vanessa Mae may become the first recording star to compete in the Olympics if she realizes her decade-long dream.
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