Ever wonder what will the Tiger do just to win the hearts of those leaving the Year behind soon just before the Year of the Rabbit takes over?
Well, Lions, the more 'senior jungle creatures' will come together to help their less predominant subjects out-do the Rabbits.
The Kings of the Jungle made a fusion of their dance and decided to woo their audience with this!
And the result? Not your typical traditional Lion Dance. Check out this modern Hip Hop Lion Dance at Raffles Place in Singapore. It's even got Ballet (LOLz, cute tut-sie for the Lions.) and something like Michael Jackson's Pop dance moves too.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Interview 1: Interview with a Vampire? The Series of recent interviews
Bee Chin was just talking to me about reading a recent interview of me in Jus Box. A magazine in Philippines (I think it's available somewhere in Makati City etc). I've not actually gone back there for about 2-3years already but the tabloid did interview me, if I'm not mistaken, 5 weeks ago?
So, speaking of interviews, she asked how was my interview tonight with Roy. A friend of hers from Singapore that's actually the Chief Journalist for the column 8-Gua Qings & Kueens. I noticed it was actually deliberately spelled this way. So, the 8-Gua column is for a magazine as well called The KeyPoh Chees. (no wonder the column sounded so busy body).
Anyway, Bee Chin brought up the topic because there had been series of interviews and she just wanted to know what was asked and how it was like. Another fan who emailed me in October did ask about what interviews were liked and what were asked etc. Stacy even requested to have some of the interview Q&As just for her curiosity and knowledge.
So, today, for Queenie Wong, Carmen Liaw & Bee Chin, I'll post Roy's interview here.
Roy: Evening Mr Ching, is this how I'll address you?
BC: Well, you can call me Brandon. Friends do call me Brad too. Close ones like sisters tease me with Bran Bran. *smiles*
Roy: Oh Brad it is. So, Brad.. The Qings & Kueens @ 8-Gua, and some netizens too, recently heard a gasp of news about you. You've became a hot topic for about weeks now and thus we called for this interview.
BC: Really? I'm flattered. Thank you anyway, for the interview.
Roy: We were told that Magix Productions & NJB House has just finished the shooting of 'Island in the Sky'. Is it a fictional movie?
BC: Yes, it's fictional and I play a small part as the character of an Assistant Manager for a Restaurant.
Roy: The movie is now at it's post-production stage, am I right? We heard the music is very unique. And I was shared a small snippet that sounded like holistic type of score. Is that true?
BC: Wow, it has leaked that far down South already? Yes, the movie intended for Taiwanese market is centered around beautiful scores to the hymn like Enya's music. The Music Director said she was inspired by Enya, in fact.
Roy: Our sources told us that you are part of that too?
BC: *Giggles* not exactly. I gave my 2 cent's worth only. I like to hum some tunes that helped her make the actual pieces.
Roy: What's the challenging part of your role?
BC: I guess it's the part where I've to run after the Jewelry store's snatch thief. Which turns out to be the store owner's daughter! We had so much exchange of words, I can't run and remember my lines so much.
Roy: You're not an actor by nature. But what made you decided to do a small part of this play?
BC: Play? It's a movie! Everyone hopes to be in one. Well, it's not a big time movie but, it's definitely for FUN. I just think it's a wonderful experience.
Roy: OK, then what do you actually do for a living?
BC: I'm actually assisting and consulting certain entrepreneurs and corporations.
Roy: Really? And they are in the movie line too?
BC: No, they range from Broadcasting to Oil & Gas, Aviation, IT and even Sports too.
Roy: I see. And music & acting is a hobby?
BC: Music is my passion. I love MUSIC. Making them, singing them. But acting is just for the fun and the little money I make over the few months. I'm just a small supporting character. It's not like I'm the STAR.
Roy: Recently, there's a re-run of an old drama that you had a small part in too. "Third Eye Blind" - you played a Vampire, wow!
BC: Ya. That's a very old drama. I think in 2001 or so. I was in 5 or 6 episodes only.
I was suppose to be a crawling half bodied zombie but the casting director felt I should do the vampire because she always got surprised when I suddenly "popped" in front of her every time I walk around the hostel. She said I had no sound at all. No foot steps and all of a sudden, I'm always like a ghost that haunts her.
Thus, she wanted me to play the role of the vampire which seeks the blood of the one his former mother.
Roy: I agree. I was actually scared for a moment when you look green with your fangs as You Yu and Hui Xing opened the wok.
BC: *smiles* Naturally.
Roy: Ok, that aside. You played in other tele-dramas too. Don't you?
BC: Yes I did.
2 Seasons of The Eric Factor, also aired in Taiwan by GTv, as Dr. Eric Tsang and here's a spoiler: Season 3 is already been scripted and 2 episodes has already been shot so far.
Roy: I liked that show. Any new comers?
BC: Yes, 3 new supporting characters and 1 new actress.
Roy: Is that your new lover for Season 3?
BC: Good guess. She is an ideal partner, both on screen and real life.
Roy: Interesting, so what's your ideal partner in real life?
BC: Ah~ I was analyzed by a close friend before and he laughed when he concluded that I actually prefer Long Haired, Decent Feminine Ladies. His girlfriend and himself would not believe each time I retaliated to say I've no demands and criteria; just as long as she loves me back.
Eventually, I will just admit it; if those around me saw it in me. Honestly, I just like mature, caring, independent, bright ladies. Those things like being sweet, gentle, smart, thin etc are bonus extras that I could ever ask for. As I always say, I'm not fresh radish skin. Who am I to choose?
Roy: *laughs with his other team mates* Well, *giggles* let's wrap things up with some other simple questions. If you have a Million Dollars, what would you do?
BC: Why does it always have to be this question... *roll eyes* ok, my manners. Sorry, expected something else. I'll say, invest it properly with a small portion. Help the children in need. I'm a strong supporter and endorser of the World Vision. And probably take some for simple things that I need or like to buy. Oh, and travel a bit too.
Roy: Travel? Where to.. perhaps?
BC: Erm... I've always like cold places. So, somewhere with snow for awhile. I'll probably go eating a lot in Japan & Hong Kong. And if I'm there, it means I'll probably shop a lot too. Then I'd like my family and loved ones to rest and relax at the beach resorts with me.
Come to think of it, my cousins and I have always been trying to plan a water sport vacation but to no avail due to their class schedules colliding with my busy routine and all. Oh, and I'll want to snooze in Melbourne for a moment again. Just to recharge myself with their friendly and nice Hospitality.
Roy: Any advise to the young wanna-bes?
BC: Take your dream a small step at a time. It's not like everyday you get to be where you're going. Listen to the seniors around you and they can get you to greater heights with their respect and knowledge. I'll have to say, most importantly, believe in yourself.
Roy: Oh, and Happy Beloved Birthday in advance. Could you share with your fans and our readers, what would you likely be wishing for? Please give us an answer from the heart and not those, save the world sorta crap. If you could. (Whispers to my ear: Just Kidding!)
BC: Awww... so thoughtful of all of you. Well, before the wish on the day itself, I have been having 1 wish lately. And it's to hear from someone I've not spoken to for quite some time already. This Friend is important to me and ALWAYS makes me inspired and in a happy mood. The positive aura and good luck charm makes each day, a bright one with hopes and dreams. I hope before that day is over, I could have that tiny moment. It's more valuable than any gift in the world. It's all that I want and ask for this year.
Roy: Thank you very much for this evening. We'll pray for your wish too.
BC: I'm grateful for your time and thoughts too.
More former & future interviews will be included next time.
So, speaking of interviews, she asked how was my interview tonight with Roy. A friend of hers from Singapore that's actually the Chief Journalist for the column 8-Gua Qings & Kueens. I noticed it was actually deliberately spelled this way. So, the 8-Gua column is for a magazine as well called The KeyPoh Chees. (no wonder the column sounded so busy body).
Anyway, Bee Chin brought up the topic because there had been series of interviews and she just wanted to know what was asked and how it was like. Another fan who emailed me in October did ask about what interviews were liked and what were asked etc. Stacy even requested to have some of the interview Q&As just for her curiosity and knowledge.
So, today, for Queenie Wong, Carmen Liaw & Bee Chin, I'll post Roy's interview here.
Roy: Evening Mr Ching, is this how I'll address you?
BC: Well, you can call me Brandon. Friends do call me Brad too. Close ones like sisters tease me with Bran Bran. *smiles*
Roy: Oh Brad it is. So, Brad.. The Qings & Kueens @ 8-Gua, and some netizens too, recently heard a gasp of news about you. You've became a hot topic for about weeks now and thus we called for this interview.
BC: Really? I'm flattered. Thank you anyway, for the interview.
Roy: We were told that Magix Productions & NJB House has just finished the shooting of 'Island in the Sky'. Is it a fictional movie?
BC: Yes, it's fictional and I play a small part as the character of an Assistant Manager for a Restaurant.
Roy: The movie is now at it's post-production stage, am I right? We heard the music is very unique. And I was shared a small snippet that sounded like holistic type of score. Is that true?
BC: Wow, it has leaked that far down South already? Yes, the movie intended for Taiwanese market is centered around beautiful scores to the hymn like Enya's music. The Music Director said she was inspired by Enya, in fact.
Roy: Our sources told us that you are part of that too?
BC: *Giggles* not exactly. I gave my 2 cent's worth only. I like to hum some tunes that helped her make the actual pieces.
Roy: What's the challenging part of your role?
BC: I guess it's the part where I've to run after the Jewelry store's snatch thief. Which turns out to be the store owner's daughter! We had so much exchange of words, I can't run and remember my lines so much.
Roy: You're not an actor by nature. But what made you decided to do a small part of this play?
BC: Play? It's a movie! Everyone hopes to be in one. Well, it's not a big time movie but, it's definitely for FUN. I just think it's a wonderful experience.
Roy: OK, then what do you actually do for a living?
BC: I'm actually assisting and consulting certain entrepreneurs and corporations.
Roy: Really? And they are in the movie line too?
BC: No, they range from Broadcasting to Oil & Gas, Aviation, IT and even Sports too.
Roy: I see. And music & acting is a hobby?
BC: Music is my passion. I love MUSIC. Making them, singing them. But acting is just for the fun and the little money I make over the few months. I'm just a small supporting character. It's not like I'm the STAR.
Roy: Recently, there's a re-run of an old drama that you had a small part in too. "Third Eye Blind" - you played a Vampire, wow!
BC: Ya. That's a very old drama. I think in 2001 or so. I was in 5 or 6 episodes only.
I was suppose to be a crawling half bodied zombie but the casting director felt I should do the vampire because she always got surprised when I suddenly "popped" in front of her every time I walk around the hostel. She said I had no sound at all. No foot steps and all of a sudden, I'm always like a ghost that haunts her.
Thus, she wanted me to play the role of the vampire which seeks the blood of the one his former mother.
Roy: I agree. I was actually scared for a moment when you look green with your fangs as You Yu and Hui Xing opened the wok.
BC: *smiles* Naturally.
Roy: Ok, that aside. You played in other tele-dramas too. Don't you?
BC: Yes I did.
2 Seasons of The Eric Factor, also aired in Taiwan by GTv, as Dr. Eric Tsang and here's a spoiler: Season 3 is already been scripted and 2 episodes has already been shot so far.
Roy: I liked that show. Any new comers?
BC: Yes, 3 new supporting characters and 1 new actress.
Roy: Is that your new lover for Season 3?
BC: Good guess. She is an ideal partner, both on screen and real life.
Roy: Interesting, so what's your ideal partner in real life?
BC: Ah~ I was analyzed by a close friend before and he laughed when he concluded that I actually prefer Long Haired, Decent Feminine Ladies. His girlfriend and himself would not believe each time I retaliated to say I've no demands and criteria; just as long as she loves me back.
Eventually, I will just admit it; if those around me saw it in me. Honestly, I just like mature, caring, independent, bright ladies. Those things like being sweet, gentle, smart, thin etc are bonus extras that I could ever ask for. As I always say, I'm not fresh radish skin. Who am I to choose?
Roy: *laughs with his other team mates* Well, *giggles* let's wrap things up with some other simple questions. If you have a Million Dollars, what would you do?
BC: Why does it always have to be this question... *roll eyes* ok, my manners. Sorry, expected something else. I'll say, invest it properly with a small portion. Help the children in need. I'm a strong supporter and endorser of the World Vision. And probably take some for simple things that I need or like to buy. Oh, and travel a bit too.
Roy: Travel? Where to.. perhaps?
BC: Erm... I've always like cold places. So, somewhere with snow for awhile. I'll probably go eating a lot in Japan & Hong Kong. And if I'm there, it means I'll probably shop a lot too. Then I'd like my family and loved ones to rest and relax at the beach resorts with me.
Come to think of it, my cousins and I have always been trying to plan a water sport vacation but to no avail due to their class schedules colliding with my busy routine and all. Oh, and I'll want to snooze in Melbourne for a moment again. Just to recharge myself with their friendly and nice Hospitality.
Roy: Any advise to the young wanna-bes?
BC: Take your dream a small step at a time. It's not like everyday you get to be where you're going. Listen to the seniors around you and they can get you to greater heights with their respect and knowledge. I'll have to say, most importantly, believe in yourself.
Roy: Oh, and Happy Beloved Birthday in advance. Could you share with your fans and our readers, what would you likely be wishing for? Please give us an answer from the heart and not those, save the world sorta crap. If you could. (Whispers to my ear: Just Kidding!)
BC: Awww... so thoughtful of all of you. Well, before the wish on the day itself, I have been having 1 wish lately. And it's to hear from someone I've not spoken to for quite some time already. This Friend is important to me and ALWAYS makes me inspired and in a happy mood. The positive aura and good luck charm makes each day, a bright one with hopes and dreams. I hope before that day is over, I could have that tiny moment. It's more valuable than any gift in the world. It's all that I want and ask for this year.
Roy: Thank you very much for this evening. We'll pray for your wish too.
BC: I'm grateful for your time and thoughts too.
More former & future interviews will be included next time.
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