Mourn Anita Mui's Death

Canto-pop diva and actress Anita Mui, one of Hong Kong's top celebrities, died this morning. She was 40.

As one of Mui's steadfast fans, CoCo, now shooting her debut movie in China, refused to believe her death on hearing the news, "It must be they (the media) that made up this story. This must be untrue!"

"I grew up listening to her songs," CoCo said, "Anita is my all-time role model. She is very talented...," CoCo burst into tears.

"Sister Mui contributed a lot to Hong Kong's showbiz. We love her. CoCo worships her very much. She learns the dance from the same teacher with Mui's, and she wishes to collaborate with her on stage one day," said Nancy, CoCo's sister, with tears.

But, Anita passed away.

We regret the unfortunate and tragic loss of such an incredible artist. Our condolences go out to those who are near and dear to Sister Mui. Although she is gone physically, her memory will live on in our hearts of hearts.

CoCo Attends The Celebration in Shanghai

CoCo, Li Xin, producer of "Zi Yu Zi Le" and John Lone, actor, were invited to the celebration in Shanghai for the East Movie Channel's beginning of broadcast. CoCo was very happy to join this grand occasion of Chinese filmdom as a newcomer of the movie industry.

[Photo]: CoCo and John Lone. Click on the picture to see more. Photo source: East Day.

CoCo Wishes Happiness to Everyone

"Just make sure you all keep warm," said CoCo to all her fans, especially those in cold zones.

It has been colder in some places of the world, including Yongjia, China, where CoCo is now shooting her debut movie. The temperature ranges from 0-15 Celsius, and CoCo wears at least five layers of undergarments every day. Just a few days ago, they shot a raining scene where CoCo was standing in pouring water at sub-zero temperatures. It was so cold that she couldn't feel anything but a headache. CoCo said it was the most difficult job she ever had!!!

On the other hand, Christmas is coming this week, but CoCo and her team will be working without break or holiday in movie location. Anyways, CoCo would like to wish all the happiness in the world to everyone on earth, especially her fans.

[Photo]: One of CoCo's village girl costumes for "Zi Yu Zi Le" has been revealed. Click on the picture to see more. Photo source: NETANDTV.

Hard-working CoCo, Injured, But Still Professional

CoCo was injured the day before while shooting her first kung-fu flying scene with wire! It took place in the bamboo forrest and she was due to fly pass through bamboo, but it was too narrow and the workmen didn't stop the wire in time so CoCo smashed into the bamboo and hurt her right leg.

Although she is limping now and in pain, but being the most professional person, CoCo hasn't stopped for a second. She has been doing dangerous wire kung-fu move for 3 days. Everyone behind the camera, director, camera man, etc, praised CoCo's hard work and talent - they all belive CoCo will be a super star even in acting. They said CoCo not only has innate talent in acting, but also is extremely hard working and professional, which they rarely see in people who is as famous as her.

As for CoCo, she hopes all her fans to keep supporting her and not to worry too much, for she thinks the injury does not matter at all. CoCo is enjoying this shooting even she works and lives in a harsh environment, as she always says, "first bitter, later sweet!"

Note: The picture above, from YJNet, is that CoCo talks to the press at the movie news conference on Nov. 19th.

CoCo Thanks Her Fans In Shanghai

CoCo wants to thank her fans in Shanghai for giving her so much support at the ceremony last Saturday. She is happy to see everything you've done and hopes to see all of you again soon.

After the ceremony, CoCo is back to Yongjia, the place for shooting her debut movie "Zi Yu Zi Le." CoCo has a lot of scenes these days, including some where she needs to wear a harness attached to cables.

TV ALERTS

1. DATE: December 3rd, 2003

PROGRAMME: MTV Style Awards China 2003
LOCATION: Shanghai, China
CHANNEL: Shanghai OTV - Literature & Art Channel
TIME: 8:28 PM (please check local listings)

2. DATE: December 20th, 2003

PROGRAMME: MTV Style Awards China 2003
LOCATION: China & Hong Kong
CHANNEL: MTV China
TIME: N/A (please check local listings)

3. DATE: December 21st, 2003

PROGRAMME: MTV Style Awards China 2003
LOCATION: Taiwan
CHANNEL: MTV Taiwan
TIME: 2 PM and 9 PM (please check local listings)

4. DATE: N/A

PROGRAMME: MTV Style Awards China 2003
LOCATION: China
CHANNEL: CCTV-6
TIME: N/A (please check local listings)

Dec. 1st is World AIDS Day, and CoCo is the Global Ambassador for YouthAIDS.

The picture on the left is that CoCo attends the grand opening and charity bazaar for Kiehl's Grand Shop Taipei. The fair in Taipei takes place simultaneously with the one in the USA, and all the revenue is contributed to YouthAIDS.