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F4 would end its ultimate concert vow on March 22

Over the last two years, the public had seen "united" F4 for only four times. On March, they will join hands again at Hong Kan Stadium Hong Kong for a hit! Separated for four years, and now for F4's second world tour concert , they have began preparations since last year. This time they will go to East Asia, first for Japan and then Korea for the concerts.

Chosen Hong Kan for the first concert. These past two years, apart from Jordan, Thailand, Hong Kong and Japan for the cola commercial, with projects and pictorial shoots, every F4 member remained even more busy . Also because each of their schedules were difficult to set causing the "F4 Forever 4" concert preparations pile up with problems.

At present, its already definite, on March 22 to 24, the four will be in Hong Kan Stadium Hong Kong to hold the 3 concerts. Because the four members are gradually aging, each member have grown equally responsible, with Vic Zhou not yet serving the army , not one could predict if there would be a third world concert tour that is why there are industry rumors that this time, its not impossible that F4 will end this ultimate concert tour as a remembrance performance.

As to why it wont be held in Taiwan, and had chosen Hong Kong, management explained, " Because of schedule problems, I already peeled several hairs in my skin!" Productions side confirmed that the Hong Kong residents and those from Southeast Asia were the first to suggest for the Hon Kong venue, as neighboring countries are more convenient to go there.

In fact, as the four members are all busy to shoot for the concert poster, all cannot show up to be together for the photo shoot, and also already relied on Hong Kong's Gold prize photographer and Art Director Wu Li Lu and Yu Jia An, who especially flown in to Taiwan twenty staff, separately finishing for two days the shooting at four different time intervals, and finally using computer generation.

No Taiwan performances this year Assistant Director Guo Xue Lin reasoned out that because he is now thinking for Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand .etc. concert schedules, his Boss Ge Fu Hong still asks for an "F4 Taiwan concert" until now. Presently, it seems that they have no time to hold it in Taiwan.

Compared to the past four years, the present F4 World Tour Concert would clearly emphasize their "individual character." Although they would have foursome choruses, the big parts would have performances of each member with new song clips. Time can also be adjusted very minimally, because the production costs, compared from four years ago, increased by as much as 30 % , as a result of the four's concert talent fees.

From princely looking young men to insignificant juvenile delinquents, their men's looks, versatile and alluring, are all here for you to see!

Source: libertytimes
Translated by Jerry's Kingdom
Credit to Lilibethzhu of KensWorld
January 27, 2006
 

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F4 to hold concert at Hong Kong in March, Sings again for anniversary

F4, who have not been out for a long time would be holding 3 F4 Forever Four concerts, in a row at Hong Kong's Hong Guan on the 22nd March to 24th March. The foursome have decided to sing again to commemorate and specially changed the name to Forever, meaning that the foursome's friendship would be long-term even if they were to develop on their own in future or being together as a group. Everyone hope to be forever friends and hoping that fans will always remember F4.

F4 have ever held a concert in year 2002 and created chaos. Tickets were place at online bids for 1400 for one ticket. Fans requested for more concerts but their schedule have already been fully packed at that time. And it's been postponed to only March this year. However, when the foursome decided to sing again, fans from Canada, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan and China phoned the company and Azio requesting to book tickets. Internal booking have already overshot and the crew are having problems allocating seats. Everyone have requested for seats that would allow them close interaction like shaking hands with the foursome. In order to satisfy fans, on this Tuesday[24th Jan], tickets are open for credit card bookings. Tickets would be $480,$250 and $120 as long as you book using Visa or Master, no credit card company is stated.

In order to make it grand, the crew have spent money for the concert poster. They even invited famous designer, Wu Li Lue who have won Jin Xiang Jiang and also Yu Jia An. They even managed to get Gucci & Louis Vutton as sponsors for their clothes. They had actually arranged for the 4 of them to come to HK to film the concert pictures but all of them were too busy. Jerry is busy with filming The Hospital while the other 3 have other jobs on hand. For them, the filming crew had a total of 20 people flying to Taiwan just to take individual shorts in 4 chapters in 2 days, putting the picture together.

In the poster, in order to match the concert theme, Forever. It's estimated that they spent a 5 digit amount to do the light board at the back. Other than that, the 4 appeared in black white cool suits. Jerry and Vanness wears white suits while Zaizai and Ken spots the black suits. They were even praised for being very professional. The moment they got into place, they could do pose that is filled with charm, just like models, making all the female crew at the scene not dare to see them straight in the eye to prevent being electrocuted. Also, the 4 of them would be in HK in Feb to hold a huge press conference. Since they're getting together, they would be able to talk a lot.

Other than that, they have brought chaos to the sponsors as everyone was fighting. There are already lots of big fashion brands who are fighting for the rights. Tickets are currently placed to be sold during the start of Feb, it's believed it'll create another wave again!

Thanks to sina.
23rd Jan 2006

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F4 dressed up an Entire Asian Black and White Western Style

F4 gather once again to conquer the entire Asia, starts with a concert in HK, drums up support from their fans. Also they plan to conquer other Asian countries like India, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines and also plans to conquer America. F4 specially pumped out photography promotion the other day, big idol group wear black and white with a special background forever!

F4 will re-group together on March 22 in the HK stadium named ""F4 Forever Four". F4 forever 4 refer to 4 persons with "forever" friendship. Even if the leader Jerry Yan has left Fulong, F4 plan will be invariable. F4 holds in 2002 the idol play "the meteor garden".

This year, F4 plans an exposure in the entire Asia. From this early time, fans already gathered inquiries not only from their official net, but also from their Hong Kong sponsor East Asia Entertainment, with regards to the seating arrangement so as to not have a quandary effect on the day itself.

On the 23rd, the official net opened a credit card admission ticket, the price position from HK dollar is 120 to 480 Yuan, or probably around 500 to 2,000 Yuan dollars. F4 in February goes to Hong Kong to convene a grand meeting/conference with the reporters.

Meanwhile, East Asian Entertainment contributes 6 figures HK dollars photography promotion. Originally arranges 4 people to go to HK together for the pre-talk but because Jerry is still to catch up with his new series "the White tower", Zhu Hsiaot'ien also just released his Cook Book, busy with some promotions and appearances; Zhou Yu Min was then also involved with Da S for the modern play Silence; Wu Jian Hao busy with some rehearsals. Busy to get them together, in order to coordinate all for of them, Hongkong Production Team specially flies to Taiwan for the Photoshoot. With their vigorous appearance declared a black and white western-style clothing made them look very refined and charming

Yahoo! Taiwan
January 24, 2006
Translated by prettywu@onlyvanness

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F4 FOREVER FOUR Poster Shooting

Because everybody was so busy, F4 members couldn’t shoot for the poster all at the same time. But it’s F4! The near perfect poster after completion heightens our anticipations for their upcoming concert!

Shooting Episode – 1/16 Vic and Ken

Following Vanness’ shooting on 1/14, today is the shooting for Vic and Ken. After changing into the fitted suit, Vic looked really like a prince coming out of comic books. When he stared with lots of feelings into the camera, Vic’s eyes seemed like sprinkling stars in the sky. Sometime during the shoot, one of the decorative light bulbs on the backboard broke suddenly; fortunately neither Vic nor the staff was injured. Perhaps, we thought, the light bulb was beaten by Vic’s beaming charm. Later, the cameraman asked Vic to post with some of artifacts provided. Holding a walking stick and a tall hat (like those for a magician), Vic let out a grin saying “Looks like Chaplin.” After taking a shot with a serious look, Vic started playing with the artifacts (as if he just thought of it) – first he placed the stick on his palm and tried to balance it; then he looked “through” the hold of the stick and used it as a telescope; then he bit lightly on the magician hat……changing his expressions while playing, Vic seemed having a lot fun.

After the shoot, Vic went on and wrote New Year greetings and message to F4ever members. After signing the greetings, he took a picture holding it. Vic gently kissed where he signed, and even pretended to bite into his signature! Then he started playfully making funny faces again. After only his manager asked him to be serious did Vic turned a straight face again. Behind these pictures, there were all these funny episodes!

After Vic is done with shooting, Ken arrived at the studio. “Huh? Zai Zai left already??” as Ken looked a little down. But actually Vic was still upstairs, so when the twosome saw each other they chatted for a while. Then, Vic left the studio as Ken’s shooting began.

Speaking of Ken, he’s also restless like Vic but in a different way. During breaks, Ken would start playing Taichi, or start fencing using the magician-like walking stick….. The staff called him “over-active”, and Ken admitted that he just couldn’t sit still. But when Ken was playing Taichi with his eyes closed, he looked so manly and serious!

After each shot was done, Ken would check it out on the computer with the cameraman. Ken, who also does amateur photo-shooting, looked like a pro when he was looking at the pictures. He exchanged opinions with the cameraman and had an enthusiastic discussion about the shooting with him.

Although the foursome couldn’t take the pictures together; when the posters were done, we couldn’t tell the difference at all. More than anything, F4 is the best! We are really looking forward to the Hong Kong concert!

Translation on "F4 FOREVER FOUR Poster Shooting" - Vic and Ken's part.

gk: Supposedly Vanness’ shooting comes first in this article but for the obvious reason I’m doing Zai’s part first. Vanness’ part will come next.

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Ken understands how to enjoy life

Screen idol Ken Zhu is natural and unrestrained, gentle and noble, on screen Ken is actually a big boy who knows how to enjoy life, he likes traveling, loves animal, loves music, love to read and also loves to cook. In one of the sections of Ken's new book, Ken Zhu "Delicacy Relations," it can be seen that he has understood how to manage life: "In life there are things that can make a person feel pain but there are also many things in life that can make a person feel happy. His intention is to let one realize that in one's life we need toe experience life little details, then you can realize life's immeasurable happiness.

Ken in his youth was very bold having a nose ring, belly button and also Capricorn totem tai chi tattoo. It very difficult to imagine that this fashionable boy can be a well behaved and and cook dishes in a hot kitchen, not to mention stretching his body quietly at peace engage in doing yoga activity, but these things as luck would have it are all what Ken loves the most. Since Ken was brought up in a big family, he grew up in "food-loving environment" and t enabled him to experience a profound connection when he is cooking thus, it makes eating more enjoyable.

Source: Da Cheng Bao
January 21, 2006

Translated by and Credit to honeybums of onlyf4.com and KCIFC Philippines

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F4 gathers after CNY, Training for Concert

F4's Hong Kong concert would start soon. Recently, the 4 handsome hunks' actions have also started, showing that they're doing their warm-up ! Jerry Yan, who is filming The Hospital appeared at MIA's press conference yesterday, Zaizai's new drama, Silence would be broadcasting soon, frying up the online discussion boards. Ken Zhu's new book, Ken Zhu's Mei Wei Guan Xi is also the bestseller for many bookstores. It is only Vanness who have returned to the US during start of the month to spend the CNY with his family. However, F4 would be reunited after the Chinese new year, to start practicing for the concert. For the time being, fans will be having eye candies.

Mother of idol dramas, Cai Zhi Ping who did the show Silence have ended filming in November last year. Currently, it is under editing. As it was nearing the new year and the top person of the TV station still have not make known his moves. The earliest Silence can be broadcasted would be after the Chinese new year. However, Silence have already got the online discussion boards talking. Many fans are awaiting for the arrival of this drama. The mail that's the hottest is Silence's trailer. This show which is acted by celebrities of 3 countries, Zaizai, Andy Hui and Li En Hui. As Da Zai Lian was being exposed during the time of filming. It makes Zaizai's performance in it even more attracting than usual. His manager, Lin Shu Juan expressed, other than having local and overseas interview, Zaizai is also taking singing lessons and going to school.

Ken have released his new book. Other than his family recipes in it, there is much additional of his own feelings, allowing fans to go nearer to his private life. This book is loved by many fans. His new book also got champion for 2 consecutive weeks in Jing Shi Tang and Online Bookstore. Taking with him the 1000 donated children books from his birthday wish, Ken went to Taizhong's kindergarten yesterday and spent a day eating, cake-cutting and taking pictures with the kids. Ken even satisfied all the kid's request, warming their hearts. This, made Ken very happy and he said, "This is the best birthday present." F3 have countered out only Vanness who is currently in the US. Lin Shu Juan expressed, Vanness have gone back to US during the start of the month to practice singing and also to spend the occasion with his family. After the Chinese new year, F4 would be back together on stage.

Source: Da Cheng Bao
Translated by Xiujuan of onlyf4
Posted at wujianhaoplace.com
January 20, 2006

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Donating books, Ken had a good time with the orphans.

Idol entertainer Ken Zhu last January 15, celebrated his 28th birthday. He arrived in Taizhong bringing with him more than 1000 children’s books collected from fans. He also ate a cake with the children to celebrate his birthday. Ken was really bent on this project, his mood was very happy and hope that in the future he would be able to continue doing this. The children encircled Ken, and loudly sang “Happy Birthday” this bright sound of the children is so warm and touching.

Not only did each child have a piece of cake but also received a gift.

Children: Picture!
Ken: Picture! Inside also have some cartoons. I am giving it to you, ok?
Children: OK!

The children hold the book in their hand like its some precious thing. Still curiously asking things. These books are from the project of Yi Ri Zhi Gong, they were collected on the eve of Ken’s birthday. Ken mentioned that for several years fans have given me a lot of gifts, some give food and other things that I don’t use. So I want to raise the awareness of everybody right now to donate books. I hope everyone can give more help.

Spreading “Love for Knowledge can give one Strength” the idea of studying is good for the welfare of the public. Ken made the special trip from Taipei to Taizhong to personally deliver the books. Taizhong City Mayor Hu Chihch'iang Madame Shao Hsiao Ling also arrived at the scene as an _expression of thanks. Ken said that the enthusiasm of the fans makes up for the insufficiency of books in this place. This Yi Re Zhi Gong lets him have more meaning. He hopes that in future birthdays he can collect more books to help the children.

Source: TVBS News
January 19, 2006

Please credit honeybums of KCIFC Philippines and onlyf4.com for the translation of this article. Thanks.

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KEN on Autograph Session

Ken just finished his book signing at Kingstone Bookstore at Ding Zhou. He arrived a little before 1:30 pm. He was wearing a green and blue sweater, jean and his favorite Converse sneakers. He greeted the media and the fans. They congratulated him on topping the booksellers charts. The emcee was very funny and kept on prodding Ken to greet everyone, he even asked Ken to step on a chair so that everyone will see him and it would be easier for the fans to take his picture. He obliged by taking his shoe off (he was wearing navy blue socks) and waved at us.

He was interviewed by the media, (couldn't hear what he was saying cause the mic had no volume) He then sat down and started signing books. Two lucky HK fans were asked by the emcee to pose with him. He signed continuously and just took one break. The most number of fans came from Japan, Thailand and HK. Other fans present were from Philippines, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore... Ken was amused when a little girl asked for his signature and even touched the little girl's hands. Ken ended with thanking everyone. He passed by the backdoor of Kingstone Bookstore

Reported by: Honeybums of ONLYF4

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Ken Zhu donates books - F4 issues red tag again

Ken Zhu's published a new book titled "Zhu Xiao Tian De Mei Wei Guang Xi." Yesterday he sold gift boxed with a group of special education children of the Yu Cheng She Fu Foundation. Although he had said that "F4 was never a group," in March F4 plans on reuniting to hold a concert in Hong Kong as well as releasing a new album.

Ticket preordering at the end of the month.

Near the end of last year, after rumors of Jerry Yan opening his own company many fans wondered whether or not F4 will reunited. Right now the four plan on holding 4 concerts in Hong Kong at the end of March. At the end of this month tickets will be available for preordering. After more than 3 years of separation, F4's group album will be released in March. Recording has already begun.

Besides Jerry, who is still filming "The Hospital" and Ken promoting his new book, the other two members are done with their projects and are preparing for the concert. Their manager Zhi Xiang Li said that they might have to work through Chinese New Years.

Ken's new recipe book has been selling really well. He has donated 100 of his books to society, which comes with a gift by Yu Cheng's special education children. However, these gifts are only for the first 100 orders. These profits will be donated to Yu Cheng She Fu Foundation. The charity hotline is (02) 82833142.

Posted: January 11, 2006
Source: Taiwan Apple Daily

Translated by Amy of Faithful 4ever http://s2.invisionfree.com/faithful4ever
Please give the proper credits when posting this elsewhere.

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Ken Zhu Doesn't want to be F4

Jerry Yan was the first to separate from the F4 group, to form his own team. Yesterday, Ken Zhu attended the launching his new Delicacy Book "Ken Zhu's Delicious Delicacies" and actually said," We were never a team." This led the people to think that F4 will really disband.

Ken Zhu said, "Want to see us all dancing? On stage, we are also all doing own own. We are friends and there are rebellious. " He felt that F4 only started as a role in "Meteor Garden" anime, and it's really not their decision.

Practicing in his underwears
His new book contains recipes which he collected for the past seven years. He also mentioned that he kept on perfecting them for three years and still continues. In addition, he also practices at home wearing just his underwears.

Source: http://www.appledaily.com.tw/News/index.cfm...amp;PageType=ent&Art_ID=2316964
Date: January 6, 2005

Translated by Jerry's Kingdom Yahoo groups. Thank you for the credits

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Ken Zhu, Walks Past Depression

Ken Zhu reveals he have ever been through depression. When Meteor Garden went popular, he wasn't happy at all, he couldn't find "himself" at all. He have also approached doctors to cure it but his thinking was, "It's no use seeing a doctor, it still depends on yourself.", depending on reading, his world now is as big as the sky, having more knowledge when speaking, having the feeling of "Ye Professor".

Keeping a moustache, his appearance looks older. He reveals he was ever being met with depression but still did not see any effects even after he went to a doctor. It was only till recently when he started reading then he saw his illness changing for the better. "I read 'Xi Zhang Sheng Si', 'Zhong Yang Du Nan Jing', and saw through many matters. In the past, i didn't know why i had to stand on stage, why should everyone read my gossips. After that, professionals proved that talking about gossips is good for health. Now i know, I'm doing all these for the public, now i think more openly."

He new book, Ken Zhu's Mei Wei Guan Xi will be on sale on the 20th. Right now, there are printing 30000 copies. Yesterday, Ken showed his cooking skills at his new book press conference, Lion Head, Pei Gen Lettuce, Tomato Fried Egg, Mushroom Winter Melon Chicken Soup, everything was very localize. He said, on Valentine's Day when he was
19 years old, he made a whole table to food for his girlfriend and only spent 1000, "But girls don't like guys who can cook, so we still split up."

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Source: Lian He Bao
Date: January 6, 2006

Translated by Xiujuan of onlyf4

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