New Series
Pearl In The Palm 掌上明珠 [tentative english name]

Cantonese pinyin : Zheung Siong Ming Ju
Mandarin pinyin : Zhang Shang Ming Zhu

Cast
Bowie Lam
Jessica Hsuan
Micheal Tao
Joyce Tang
Kiki Sheung
Lau Kong
Lily Lee
Macy Chan
JJ Fatumai
Bak Yan
Yu Ji Ming
Chun Wong
Lam King Kong
Fung So Bor
So Yan Chee
Dai Yao Ming
Savio Tsang
Lily Leung
Hui Ming Ji
Karen Lee
Joel Chan
Zou Wing Biu
Chou Chung

Producer
Lam Ga Wah 林志華 [The Gateau Affair, The Four, Money-Maker Recipe]

Scriptwriter
Lee Kei Wah [The Four], Xun Hou Hou [Silver Chamber Of Sorrows, When Easterly Showers Fall On THe Sunny West]

Costume Fitting
17th February 2009

Filming Starts
March 2009

Episode
30

Note
*It is a pre-modern drama
*Jessica will be an antagonist in this drama.
*Bowie was in love with Jessica but Jessica did not love him.
*She only love her husband. Currently, it's still an unknown who will be Jessica's husband. TVB wanted to find a good one to portray as Jessica's husband.
*Jessica and her husband ran away. But her husband passed away. She had a child and decided to go back to grabhold all her husband's properties and assets.
*Kiki and Jessica are sisters in this drama.
*Kiki will be paired up with Bowie.
*Jessica Hsuan, Kiki Sheung and Macy Chan playing the 3 sisters.

对于近年无线邀请很多资深艺人回流拍戏,乐易玲否认,她说其实很多老艺人都一直跟TVB有合作,比如四大花旦之宣萱、陈慧珊以及张可颐明年都会有戏,“宣萱明年会拍《掌上明珠》,而陈慧珊生完孩子减完肥后明年5月会回来拍剧,张可颐呢,养好身体之后也有剧会拍。”...

Translated:-
Recently, TVB had invited many old veterans in order to film TVB drama. Ms. Lok said that she admit and she also said that actually they had connections with TVB and wanted to cooperate with TVB again. For example, the former four famous Fa Dan like Jessica Hsuan, Flora Chan, Maggie Cheung. They will have their own series next year. Jessica will film a pre-modern drama with Michael Tao[listed above]. In addition, Flora will prepare herself later in May 2009 to film a TVB drama. And Maggie too will come back to TVB to film after she recovered from her health.

this sounds good and it has some big stars in it so i think this one will be very good

News Update@16th February 2009 :-
*It's a rumour that this costume fitting will be held on Tuesday, 17th February 2009

Wow, the cast sounds good, but i'm not a big fan of pre-modern serials. So Michael Tao will be Jessica's husband?

I think Michael Tao will not be Jessica's husband. So, I think more casts will be filmed this drama.

It's not a rumor. The costume fitting was held today.

Jessica will be acting as a villian! WOW!

Source: Hkheadline, Pics: On.cc
Translated by: Matchbox @ mediachamber.net

TVB continue to shoot another "Disputing over family property" series in March, Jessica Hsuan to play Evil role for the first time


Costume Fitting for the series "Pearl on the Palm" (掌上明珠) held today

The TV series "Heart of Greed" based on a storyline about disputes over family property had become a hot trend in 2007 and 2008 (Moonlight Resonance). Not only did it recieve the highest TV ratings but also made "Sai Kai" Susanna Kwan and "Hung Yi" Michelle Yim who both played evil roles very famous. Due to the theme being accepted by the audience, TVB will start filming a similar series in March called "Pearl on the Palm" (掌上明珠). The new series storyline will involve 3 sisters disputing over a jewellery business property. This will also be the first time Jessica Hsuan will portray an evil role. Perhaps due to the fact playing an evil role is easier to get more noticed, every artist would like to try. They all hope to have a breakthrough in their career.

Jessica has been in TVB for nearly 17 years. Since entering the industry she has never played an evil role before. After hearing that the role will be very evil in the new series she immediately accepted to shoot this series. In the past the artistes who played evil roles would be scolded by the audience. But after "Sai Kai" and "Hung Yi" got more famous, the artises no longer worry about that problem because nowadays the audience are smart enough to know that it's just acting.

In the series "Pearl on the Palm" many artistes will play evil roles, as well as Jessica Hsuan, Kiki Sheung and Macy Chan playing the 3 sisters. Bowie Lam and Michael Tao have also portrayed many evil characters in the past. Such as Bowie's recent production "The Gem of Life". But his role in the new series will be totally different. There should be plenty of conflicts between Bowie Lam, Jessica Hsuan, Kiki Sheung and Michael Tao.

Not the same as "The Gem of Life"

The new series sounds similar to "The Gem of Life" as both themes are based on jewellery and about 3 sisters fighting. Producer Lam Chi Wah explained that it is totally different. "Pearl on the Palm" is set in the 60's, although it is also a jewellery family business however "The Gem of Life" is more focused on business conflicts. "Pearl on the Palm" is more based on the family, 3 sisters fighting over their father's property and scheming.

List of costume fitting pictures:-




Credit : on.cc

Those who look forward for more costume fitting pictures of Pearl In The Palm, please click the following weeks :-

http://passthehorizon.blogspot.com/2009/02...rl-in-palm.html &
http://tieba.baidu.com/f?kz=541731746

Here is the list of filming pictures@12th March 2009 :-

Awww. Why wouldn't Jessica and Bowie Pair up????
I was really looking forward to it.
OMG Bowie and his dark glasses really doesn't suit him.

omg....i am so waiting for this drama to come out....anyone have any idea when this show is going to come out...??

I wonder what's Koni gonna play in here.

Cast is good. Story sounds almost intresting. Probably we dont see this series until next year at most if TVB has the money.

JESSICA HSUAN!!!!

by far one of the few series left that is worth watching.

Source: Mingpao
Credits: http://jaynestars.com

Jessica Hsuan, Bowie Lam, & Kiki Sheung at 'Pearl on the Palm' Promotion

Jessica Hsuan, Bowie Lam, Kiki Sheung, Joyce Tang, and Chan Mei Si attended a promotional event for “Pearl in the Palm” 《掌上明珠》. The female artists wore sponsored jewelry valued at tens of millions of dollars (HKD). Chan Mei Si’s jewelry set was the most expensive, with an estimated value of $5.5 million (HKD).

Wearing a black pearl ring valued at $100k (HKD), Kiki boldly asked the shop owner whether the ring can be sold for half-price. Surprisingly the owner agreed and a deal was struck on the on the spot.

Kiki joked afterwards, "Since the ring was so cheap at half-price, I decided to purchase it. I am not concerned that I will purchase more items impulsively." Will Kiki wear the pearl ring while filming “Pearl on the Palm?” “Earlier, I wore my own pearl necklace while filming as well."

Bowie revealed that Jessica Hsuan will be seducing him in “Pearl on the Palm.” As a result, Bowie, Jessica, and Kiki will be involved in a conflicting triangle. When reporters mentioned Bowie’s rumored ex-boyfriend, Byron Pang, filming nude in a recent gay movie, Bowie walked away and refused further questions.

Jessica indicated that she will be acting in a rare role as a “bad woman” in “Pearl on the Palm.” Since there will numerous scenes involving the portrayal of inner turmoil and mental struggles, the scenes will take additional attention and time to portray.

Source: On.cc
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Jessica Hsuan bravely films falling off cliff scene in the rain

Jessica Hsuan, Michael Tao and Joyce Tang were on location at Lam Tin Quarry Hill filming for "The Pearl in the Palm". The scene talked about Jessica and Joyce just escaped from being kidnapped and bumped into Michael on the way. During the time when Jessica escaped, she accidentally slipped and almost fell down the cliff, fortuantely Michael was there to rescue her. During filming, Jessica took on the scene herself, although she had wires to protect her, but the weather was not pretty, suddenly it started raining, making it difficult to do the scene.

Jessica Hsuan’s wig was tiring; scenes will be refilmed

Recently, Jessica has been busy filming for “Pearl on the Palm”. With 30 episodes to be filmed, work has been very busy. Lately, it is rumored that after rewatching scenes that have already been filmed, the crew realized that the appearance of Jessica’s wig onscreen did not give off ideal results. Jessica and the producer both thought that the wig did not look natural onscreen. Although they have already filmed for more that half a month, the producer requested for scenes to be refilmed. As a result, those who had scenes with Jessica, such as Bowie Lam, Michael Tao, Kiki Sheung, etc, will have to refilm some scenes; thus having an increased workload. Luckily, they were very cooperative, and did not show any signs of annoyance.

News Source: http://orientaldaily.on.cc/
Translation credits: http://hkentnews.wordpress.com

wow, alot of veterans in the series. can't wait to watch jessica.

Very interesting to see Jessica in a evil role. She is good at the strong independent women roles. wonder how she will do in evil role.

Source: On.cc
Translated by: Matchbox @ http://mediachamber.net

Bowie Lam yells out "Grandma You have exposed yourself"

The other day Bowie Lam and Lily Leung were shooting outdoor scenes for new TVB series "Pearl on the Palm . The storyline is about Bowie not letting Lily Leung who plays his grandma discover his crime and starts to argue. However she accidentally falls down the stairs and dies due to Bowie not seeking emergency assistance. As the scene is of Lily falling down the stairs, they used a replacement substitute. The male replacement used big movements for a better outcome. In the end while he fell down the stairs his legs were spread wide open, Bowie immediately laughed and yelled at the replacement "Grandma, You have exposed yourself". Lily who was sitting beside laughed and said "Hey... be careful of Grandma's image".

Bowie revealed that he was very happy shooting this series because he hasn't worked with Michael Tao and Jessica Hsuan for a long time. It reminds him of the days when they filmed "Files of Justice" together. It is also the first time he has worked with Kiki Sheung. The reporter asked if he has high hopes for the new series? Bowie said "After "The Gem of Life" I don't know what the audience tastes are anymore. I will just do my best."

Oh man I can't wait for this series!! Wonder when it's gonna be out ?



Sigh, I really loved watching The Gem of Life.. It was really different and interesting unlike other typical drama series which I could so easily predict what would happen next..

Anyway I'm soo looking forward to Pearl In the Palm!

ROFL , "Grandma, You have exposed yourself". Lily who was sitting beside laughed and said "Hey... be careful of Grandma's image".

when bowie said The Gem of Life" I don't know what the audience tastes are anymore. I will just do my best." i was also really disapoointed with the ratings cause everyone i know loved it.

Source: Wenweipo, On.cc
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Joyce Tang gives birth early in the middle of nowhere

TVB's new series "Pearl in the Palm" was filming yesterday, the cast member includes Bowie Lam and Joyce Tang. The scene talked about pregnant Joyce was kidnapped by her ex-husband Brian Wong (黃澤鋒), Bowie bravely rushed to save her, but accidentally killed Brian, then Joyce suddenly started having pains, so Bowie will be helping her deliver the baby.

Turns out that this time, it is Joyce's first time filming a giving birth scene. Her first time was also a challenge, giving birth in the middle of nowhere. She smiled and said that the behind the scenes crew had to arrange a baby doll to be the baby. The baby doll looked like a devil and had a really long umbilical cord, she also didn't know how to cut it. Recently many artistes have been stepping into the music industry, Joyce reveals that after filming this series, she will be heading to Mainland to release a Mandarin single. Joyce actually started off her career by participating in the newcomer singing contest, and up until now this will be her first solo song, it could be counted as fulfilling her wish. But the song probably won't be releasing in Hong Kong. She smiled and said that in Hong Kong probably no one will buy it, she also understands that you can't make one move and reach the sky (can't reach the top with just one song), so this time she will only be releasing a single.

form xindan1985 @ jessicahsuan.cn

Jessica Hsuan accidentally gets burned from props for fire explosion scene
Tuesday May 19, 2009 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily, The Sun
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/



Jessica Hsuan was filming for an injury scene from a fire explosion, but was not wounded, it was more like a comedic explosion. Michael Tao who was the hero that saved the beauty was injured when a wooden strip stabbed into his back, but it was a very funny "injury"!

Jessica and Michael was filming in Sai Kung for new series "Pearl in the Palm", in a scene with fire explosion, the scene talked about them going to a broken house to pay ransom, but it turns out to be a bomb trap. The bomb was planted beforehand. Because Michael was trying to save Jessica, he had a wooden stick stabbed into his back bone and will be tragically paralyzed thereafter.

Before filming, the workers took all the safety precautions, but Jessica still was injured! When she was filming the scene with Michael, during the part where the wooden box fell onto the ground, the props for the bomb burnt the edge of Jessica's foot, she screamed in pain. Her ankle quickly became swollen! Since the scene requires it, Michael had to tie the wooden stick on himself, he saw himself with the stick tied, he could not help but laugh: "No need to tie it! I can hold onto it myself!" The whole scene was very funny.

"Pearl in the Palm" will finish filming at the end of this month, Michael revealed that there's still a fire burning scene that needs to be filmed. Jessica expressed that after this series, she will be taking a "summer break", she said: "Last year I already said I would take it, but Bobby Au Yeung told me to participate in 'A Pillow Case of Mystery II', so I did! This year I'm not gonna film anymore! Actually I arranged a trip with my old classmates, but because of the news on H1N1 Influenza, I am a little disappointed! Because the old classmates brought their kids along too, we planned it all and now I'm not even sure if there will be another chance to make the trip work out!"

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Joyce Tang said she's really compatible with Michael Tao

Joyce Tang and Michael Tao were busy filming for new series "Pearl In the Palm", when the two started working they could not stop joking around, the collaboration is very enjoyable. Joyce expressed that she is very happy to work with Michael, turns out that Michael is really good friends with her rumored boyfriend Derek Kwok. Joyce's status is like "Ah So", so during filming, Michael would always take care of her like his "Ah So".

"Palm" was filming in the hot weather, although the location was quite benefitial to the two actors, but Joyce wanted to look pretty when she appears on camera, as for Michael he only feels that the right side of his face is good looking. The two were very compatible while filming where one stood on the left and one stood on the right, Joyce joked that she's so compatible with Michael, but then added: "of course I'm only talking about being compatible in terms of camera angles."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Jessica Hsuan & Kiki Sheung lost patience during film, engaged in non-verbal fight

Jessica Hsuan and Kiki Sheung these two "hot girls" came together to film a series. Because the two were filming throughout the night, they lost their temper and started scolding at others. According to the crew members behind the scenes, the two girls were throwing a fit. The whole crew including the Producer were afraid of the two women.

Jessica and Kiki are considered to be TVB's 'big sister' FaDans, recently the two were busy filming for new series "Pearl In the Palm" and had to pull all nighters, therefore causing inevitable mood swings. The two female leads engaged in a non-verbal war and was even more exciting than the actual scene from the series.

When Jessica was working, she had a strong impatient temper and was often not entirely focused. Also, during filming she requested the Director to give her 20 minutes of sleep time, making the Director wait for her, definitely showing off her "Big Sister" status. But, "2nd wife" Kiki Sheung isn't any better, when filming a climbing up the cliff scene, she exploded and started taking out her anger on others. Jessica saw this and did not like it, the two then became opponents. Once the cameras stopped rolling, the two had their backs facing each other and refused to see one another.

Reporters approached both Jessica and Kiki for clarification. The two did not deny and did not say much. They told Reporters: "No comment". Afterwards, they told Reporters to ask the Producer about it. Bowie Lam admitted that he heard of the incident and was also a victim. He said: "There was once scene where I was filming with Jessica, she said that she didn't get any sleep at all and haven't looked over the script yet. She doesn't want to film the scene and wants to go home. Actually I truly understand how she feels and its miserable, but I have high EQ. As for Kiki, she is my senior, I will respect her, however she scolds at me, I don't mind."

The Producer of "Pearl in the Palm" only said: "Discussing this issue does not do anybody any good. Actually we are all very professional." As for Michael Tao, who is paired up with Jessica in the series responded: "It's a girl thing, you all should just ask them!"

Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnagnel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/

Bowie Lam and Jessica Hsuan's First Kiss

Last night Jessica Hsuan and Bowie Lam were filming a kiss scene for new series "Pearl In The Palm". Jessica expressed that although she knew Bowie for so many years, but this is the first time she did a kiss scene with him. Speaking of the H1N1 influenza, is she worried? Jessica laughed and said: "If there was then its all decided by fate! But it should be fine." Jessica said that before the kiss scene, she did not have any special request from Bowie, except that he shouldn't have bad breath. Bowie laughed and said that once they started filming, they did the kiss. Results, the two could not help but laugh, it was successful after one NG. Bowie frankly said that he didn't chew gum or brush his teeth prior to filming because he believes that he doesn't have bad breath.

Kiki Sheung no time to not get along with Jessica Hsuan

Busy filming for new series, Kiki Sheung and Jessica Hsuan have been rumored to not get along. Yesterday afternoon, Jessica and Kiki continues to film for the series, the two generously took pictures together to break away from the rumors. Kiki who has finished her make-up early, once she saw Reporters she smiled: "Rumors of not getting along again!? It's so boring. Next time how about something new?" Kiki frankly said that every time she films a series, there will always be rumors that she and someone doesn't get along, besides spreading rumors of not getting along with other people, she probably isn't news worthy. She clarifies: "I don't have any requests! The most important thing is that I'm enjoying the filming process, that I'm happy. Hugging and hands on shoulder does not represent good friends, it doesn't always have to be like that to express that you having a good time. Sometimes the other party is just an enthusiastic person. We are professional artistes, we are not little kids playing with the sand. We are all mature women, carrying a professional attitude to act. This series has so many lines to say, therefore we must be focused. Being in this profession, I already know I have to survive through the nights, able to stay up for 3 days and be ok. If there is a rare chance where I could sit down and rest, I of course would take advantage of that and maybe laugh foolishly into the air?" Kiki continued to film for the series and NGed a lot, which was really funny. It doesn't seem that there is such rumor with Jessica Hsuan like the Magazines say.

y is TVB bringing back all this old faces, they should get more new ppl in

Shooting of the final scenes for "Pearl in the Palm"

Source: Xinhua
Translated by: nickster @ http://bravenet.jessicahsuan.com

On 3 June, the final scenes for TVB's new production "Pearl in the Palm" were shot. Bowie Lam, Kiki Sheung, Joyce Tang, Michael Tao etc. gathered at the filming location. The scene yesterday was one that showed a family gathering and celebration. Joyce's "pregnant" status in the show was raised to an "almost-mother"(?) status. she still had to kneel down and talk to elders, making it very difficult for her. Kiki was dressed elegantly and held a black fan, looking very relaxed.

As the weather report predicted rainstorms, the actors were very afraid while filming because they wanted to wrap up the production as soon as possible. Jessica Hsuan said that after filming she hopes to cut her hair, because the weather is really too hot. She said that recently she has been keeping an eye on the real estate market online. The reporters teased her by saying she must have earned alot, but she explained that because her parents have decided to move to Hong Kong pemenantly, she hopes to buy a house and live together with them. When asked if her parents will take this opportunity to ask her to get married quickly, Jessica said that her parents understand her personality and will not force her - she will let things flow naturally.

There has been news of Kiki getting married soon, and rumor has it that she bought alot of jewelery for wedding dowry. Kiki said she will have to see if she has time to get married next year, but she revealed that Liza Wang recommended getting married in Las Vegas because it was both fast and romantic. But Kiki thinks that if she doesn't hold a wedding dinner, it will be difficult to deal with her friends, especially since her boyfriend has too many friends.

Bowie said that after filming "Pearl", he will be preparing for a musical. This is his first musical performance, and he feels anxious because he has to memorize his script well as there are no NGs in a musical. So he has recorded his script and keeps listening to it, hoping that this will help his performance.

Finally, the scene filmed was about Joyce preparing to be a mother, so the actors released blessing lanterns that said "peace to mother and son". The scene was very warm. When it was Joyce's turn to release her lantern, she knocked it over and almost caused a fire, but luckily nothing happened.

i disagree. Jessica, Michael, Bowie, Joyce & Kiki are all no doubt great actors, so i'm sure this will be worth watching. can't wait to see Jessica play an evil role! and it find it hilarious how Jessica, Kiki & Macy are all Joyce's "daughters" lol (Joyce is the second wife of their dad or sth). the only complaint i have about this show is their hairstyles...definitely makes all the girls look older.

i think 2010 will be the best year ever for watching tvb series.. so much old tvb star are coming back to film series.. i cant wait to watch.. this series looks pretty good

As Michael said maybe this series would be aired in May 2010.

That will be great. Such a great cast that will be filmed in it!!!