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The Hong Kong actress's controlling ways have reportedly cause a rift in their relationship.

After TVB actress Tavia Yeung's last relationship ended in 2007, the actress had been focused on her career until last year when she started dating 27-year-old actor Him Law.

However, Him was later accused of dating four girls at the same time. Worried that her beau might revert to his playboy ways, Tavia decided to "keep a close watch" on her boyfriend of one year.

"Him said that Tavia is very controlling. She would call him at least 10 times a day. If he's not free to pick up the call, she would keep calling until he picked it up," Him's friend said.

It is believed that Him also complained that "Tavia would want me to look for her, even if she finishes her work late into the night".

Him eventually sought helped from his management company, requesting to work overseas, so as to avoid Tavia. The actor was given a job to film a travelogue in Dubai and had only returned to Hong Kong recently.

"Before Him left [for Dubai], Tavia kept asking him if there were any girls travelling with him. Obviously Him said no, so that she would stop asking. Sometimes, Tavia controls too much. Any guy would think she's a nuisance," an insider commented.

TVB medical drama The Hippocratic Crush premiered last week, with a peak rating of 31 points. Kenneth Ma (Ma Ming) rises and becomes TVB's first line Siu Sang. Riding on the momentum, Kenneth said he wants the dough and not the love: "I want more endorsements and stage work. I even hope to shoot some series in Mainland to earn some extra money. The faster the better." Well that's true too, he's a famous and single man that many are after. Just as long as you have the chips, there is no fear you won't find a wife.

Its no surprise, the 38 year old middle-aged Kenneth is desperate to break away from 'poverty'. In 2007, Kenneth still used the subway as means of transportation. It wasn't until 2008 when he finally got himself a car valued at HK$300,000 Comparing the fame and fortune, Kenneth still lags behind other TVB Siu Sangs such as Kevin Cheng or Moses Chan. Fortunately, Kenneth's first series The Hippocratic Crush, in which he takes the lead, has been well acclaimed. Today, Kenneth stepped foot on the most crowded areas in Central's Time Square to do a practical research on audience' reactions. As a result, it wasn't even 5 minutes yet and he was already surrounded by a group of See Lai (housewives) and female students. One See Lai couldn't help but shout: "Handsome Kenneth Ma! You did so well in your series!" Then it was Kenneth's turn to feel happy, he said softly: "And I was worried no one would care!"

Borrowing the Series to Honor Doctors

First time taking the lead in a series, Kenneth is very anxious on how audience would react: "Three days after the series broadcast, I already had people calling me 'Yat Kin Tau'. Netizens are actively discussing online and even Doctors are discussing whether or not they have been scolded that severely by supervisors when they were interns? To me, I don't have much pressure on the TV ratings. I just want to share my satisfaction of the filming process. Although I don't know how to do the actual hands-on work, but I know how to describe the neurosurgery procedures. The production of this series was very serious. In every scene in the surgery rooms, there were always two advisory doctors directing us in the room. Many of the equipment were also provided by those two doctors. I hope to borrow this series and show my respect to all medical staff. In fact, it really is stressful and difficult being a doctor, it's like a mission. (What type of hopes do you have?) Honestly speaking, of course I hope to gain fame and fortunes. I hope to grasp Dr. Cheung's upright image and get more endorsements and stage work jobs. It would be best to have an opportunity to shoot a Mainland drama, so I can earn some extra money. I currently set a two year plan to purchase a property in Hong Kong Island East, a 1,000 square feet property that a family of 7 can live in. The budget is approximately 10 million, so I will really have to put in my greatest effort in earning money."

Oppressive Personality, Not Reason of Breakup

Is Kenneth a lot like Dr. Cheung Yat Kin (his role), he only cares about his career and not his love life? "I am not as generous as Dr. Cheung, he just has to support his disabled brother to study abroad, so he's charging up forward with all his efforts. As for myself, it's not that I don't date, it is just I haven't met the right one. Especially as I get older, it becomes more and more difficult. I admit I do have a personality issue. The most miserable is not boredom, I don't mind living a single life, and also my life circle is quite narrow. I'm in the filming studio day and night, how can I find someone? It's even harder to meet people outside of the industry. Initially Mandy Wong and Selena Li promised they'll introduce women to me, but it was just all talk. Honestly, it's hard for us to meet, let alone date? Oh just forget it! I'll just leave relationships to fate. In 2000, when I graduated from the 14th TVB Acting Class, I had 18 other classmates and today, only two stayed and I was the only one that made it on the front line, so I really have to cherish every rare opportunity that comes before me."

Kenneth and Moses Chan are known as the TVB Siu Sangs that don't 'mess with girls'. Over the years, Kenneth rarely had rumors, his only two rumored girlfriends were Margie Tsang and Nancy Wu. Now are these rumors true or false? Kenneth frankly said: "Nancy and I dated before, and broke up last year. It wasn't because she thought I was boring, just our personalities don't match. On the contrary, Margie and I, personality wise, we click very well. Every time we meet we would chat nonstop. However, we have never dated before. (Any chance to develop a relationship?) I don't know, she is just a friend that I have known for many years."

Hong Kong actress Bernice Liu's dream of marrying into a rich family was reportedly dashed after businessman Alastair Lim dumped her.

In a bid to regain her popularity, Bernice attempted to tarnish ex-boyfriend and actor Moses Chen's reputation but the move only backfired.
Bernice's woes continue when she was dropped by TVB. This after the actress distanced herself from TVB senior executive Stephen Chan when he was taken to court. She was seen as ungrateful as she had been one of Stephen's favourite artistes.

After Bernice left TVB, other broadcast stations in Hong Kong refused to sign her on as their artist. In the end, the 33-year-old was forced to lower her asking price and successfully won a part in period drama Mystery in the Palace

While her co-star Kevin Cheng was paid HK$250,000 (S$40,440) per episode, Bernice received HK$30,000 (S$4,900) per episode, for a minor supporting role.
After filming for the drama wrapped, the actress had only a handful of jobs during the Christmas and Lunar New Year peak season.

Suffering setbacks in both her career and love life, Bernice has reportedly given up hope and is staying at home, resulting in her gaining weight. She was recently spotted on the streets of Central Hong Kong alone, looking down and haggard.

Tavia Yeung, Fala Chen, Moses Chan, Evergreen Mak, and George Lam attended the Japan Home Centre Spring dinner event last night. Aside from singing and playing games, the artists went off the stage to shake hands with audience. Among the group, George was the most popular, where the audience surrounded him to take pictures. Moses was also surrounded by a group of female fans. A very lively atmosphere.

Recently, Tavia has been surrounded by gossips. First it was rumors that she got plastic surgery and then it was reported that rumored boyfriend Him Law said in front of his friends that she's upright the 'year of the carnivore' (chinese = 'fierce tiger'). Regarding the reports, Tavia expressed she wasn't upset and even joked: "Just think of it as promotions! Because I'm a popular person! There is no need to clarify anything. Is it true? I'll have to ask Him Law first, but I don't think he'll say that. First, the 'fierce tiger' is true, I have to be real 'fierce' to earn more money. (It's about demanding for sex though?) I really don't believe he would say that, who really understands us that much!"

When speaking of their 'latest development'? Tavia expressed they are still good friends. Earlier, Him strongly supported that she didn't get plastic surgery done, Tavia said: "Many people support me, not just him. I saw the report that he said he's supporting me so much that his back is aching. I'll give him some ointment for his back in return! (Isn't it more special tha he's supporting you?) Any guy who supports me, I will love!"

As for Fala and Evergreen, they were quite interactive with the audience. Fala asked if she's dressed especially conservative due to this? She said: "A little sexy! It's see through still. (Are you afraid of perverts?) Nope, most important is the good atmosphere." Evergreen reveals he and Eric Tsang went to Japan for promotions earlier, and had been eating day and night. Over the Lunar New Year, he gained over 20 pounds, fortunately Eric gave him two bags of slimming pills. Evergreen said: "I'm actively trying to lose weight! I had a crab feast in Japan too with Timmy Hung and Chin Kar Lok. We were going out to eat pulled noodles every night, extremely full every night!"

Elanne Kong Yeuk Lam yesterday revealed on a radio interview that she just returned from promoting her film THE WEDDING DIARY in Malaysia and Singapore. Speaking of her co-star Aniu's divorce, she learned a little about it. Of course Aniu was a little upset but she believed he would be able to handle it. Elanne said that in the film she had many bed scenes with Aniu; did they anger Aniu's former wife and lead to the divorce? Elanne immediately clarified and said that she did not supervise on the set. Their divorce absolutely had nothing to do with her.

Meanwhile, the Kong Yeuk Lam, Aniu, Best Actress Wai Ying Hung starred THE WEDDING DIARY's first week box office exceeded 2 million ringgit and became the champion in Malaysia. Kong Yeuk Lam personally went to Kuala Lumpur for audience appreciation and celebration with Aniu and other actors. The director even agreed that if the box office reached 6 million ringgit he will make a sequel with the original team.

Kong Yeuk Lam was excited about the success of her first film in Singapore and Malaysia and said that this was a good start. Later she would like more chances to make Singapore and Malaysia movies. This film was also the happiest one that she has worked on. She joked that she even thought of the sequel subject already, a movie about her and Aniu having a child called THE PARENTHOOD DIARY.

During the promotion, Aniu publicly flirted with Kong Yeuk Lam and praised this on screen wife and beauty. He even joked about his bed scenes with Kong Yeuk Lam. Aniu even said that if the box office reached 6 million ringgit, the director would be topless in the city. He would remove his pants to thank the audience for its support.

Annie Man will be marrying her boyfriend (Jason), whom she had been dating for 3 years, on March 2nd. Earlier she and Jason did their wedding photo shoots in locations in Hong Kong and Macau. Annie laughed and said she gained 5 pounds because she hoped to look a little rounder in the wedding photos and thinks that would look better.

Annie initially planned to go on her honeymoon with fiance Jason and take the wedding photos there as well, but unfortunately due to the local violence, they decided to cancel the trip. When speaking of her plans to have children, Annie said late last year she and Jason planned to not take any contraceptives after marriage. She is prepared both mentally and physically prepared to be a mother and hope to pass down the family name for Jason soon.

Kathy Chow and her sister Niki Chow attended a spring and summer fashion show yesterday afternoon. Kathy was dressed sexier than her little sister. Niki frankly said it's a rare opportunity that she can attend an event with her sister because it is all about the schedules and a suitable event. Actually, the appearance money is secondary, she laughed: "It's not a couple's team, it's just a 'family team', no need to especially get paid more."

Don't mind working with Kevin Cheng again

When speaking of Valentine's Day, she spent it through work. Niki reveals that day she received roses from a male artist as a gift. She felt really warm and it turned out that all females including the makeup artist, costume design and assistants all got the same gift. It was then Niki realized how beautiful it was, but the sweetest was when all the girls had chocolate together. When speaking of any pursuers? Niki said with certainty that there are none, and besides, she's focused on her work, relationships is based on fate. Asked if she'll have a chance to work with Kevin Cheng again? She smiled and couldn't answer, after a few seconds she said: "We can collaborate, but have to see if there is an opportunity. It really doesn't matter."

The other night, Niki appeared at the newly renovated Yau Ma Dei Broadway Cinematheque. She revealed recently she's been busy shooting series, so she has not been getting enough sleep, resulting in poorer health. After completing the series, she will take some time to recuperate her health and go on a vacation to Europe to recharge. She wants to learn Western history in Europe and take the opportunity to meet new friends, expand her social network.

Had first love memories at Broadway Cinema

Niki revealed her first love memories were at the Broadway Cinematheque, back then she still went for the movie despite being sick. She said: "When I was studying, I came here to see a movie with a senior of mines, but I don't remember what movie it was because I had other things in mind. (How was the first love like?) No, we didn't even hold hands, just had a great relationship, but later we didn't develop further." Niki does not keep in touch with that senior anymore because he's already married with kids now. She smiled and said she hopes to be married soon too.