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Against The Tide (TV Series)
''Against the Tide'' () is a psychological thriller drama produced by MediaCorp Channel 8. This drama features different crime cases. Each case lasts 3-5 episodes and features a main character of the case. The drama began production in March 2014 and wrapped up its filming in May 2014. It was aired from 24 September 2014 to 24 October 2014 and has a total of 23 episodes. Plot Acclaimed novelist Di Shen's mission is to expose evil in humans, as he believes that all humans are born depraved. While Di Shen is doing a television interview, a girl escapes her captivity in which she was tortured and abused. As police officers Zhou Jianfeng and Guo Jingcheng fail to obtain information from the girl, they ask for help from the psychiatrist Qiu Xueqing who, through hypnosis reveals that the assailant had a copy of Di Shen's novel. Xueqing asks the novelist to help solve the case believing that the culprit is an imitator of his novels, but for Jianfeng, Di shen is the main suspect. Cast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Drama
Drama is the specific Mode (literature), mode of fiction Mimesis, represented in performance: a Play (theatre), play, opera, mime, ballet, etc., performed in a theatre, or on Radio drama, radio or television.Elam (1980, 98). Considered as a genre of poetry in general, the dramatic mode has been contrasted with the Epic poetry, epic and the Lyric poetry, lyrical modes ever since Aristotle's ''Poetics (Aristotle), Poetics'' ()—the earliest work of dramatic theory. The term "drama" comes from a Ancient Greek, Greek word meaning "deed" or "Action (philosophy), act" (Classical Greek: , ''drâma''), which is derived from "I do" (Classical Greek: , ''dráō''). The two masks associated with drama represent the traditional Genre, generic division between Comedy (drama), comedy and tragedy. In English (as was the analogous case in many other European languages), the word ''Play (theatre), play'' or ''game'' (translating the Old English, Anglo-Saxon ''pleġan'' or Latin ''ludus'') wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bonnie Loo
Bonnie Loo (born 12 July 1994) is a Malaysian actress and singer based in Singapore managed by The Celebrity Agency. Early life Loo was born in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, and is the elder of two daughters. She began to take singing lessons when she was 10 years old, and enrolled in numerous singing competitions in the Asia Pacific region since the age of 6. Her family emigrated to Singapore when she was 12 years old both for her higher education and her father's job posting to Singapore. She graduated with a Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level from Riverside Secondary School. Career She rose to fame in 2013 when she participated in and won the fourth season of ''Campus SuperStar'', one of the Chinese singing competitions held in Singapore. Her victory made the series' history since the show began in 2006 as the first female winner, and her grand prize included a two-year Mediacorp management contract, $5,000 cash and the opportunity to perform with Taiwan-based singer Ding ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
World At Your Feet (TV Series)
World at Your Feet (球在你脚下) is a Singapore Mediacorp Channel 8 television series produced in 2014, which premiered on 14 May 2014 and ended on 24 June 2014. It stars Ha Yu, Tay Ping Hui, Jeanette Aw, Elvin Ng, Zhang Zhenhuan and Yvonne Lim as the main casts of the series. The show aired at 9pm on weekdays. It revolves around the theme of football, as a lead-up to the 2014 FIFA World Cup held at Brazil. Plot Mei Renxin is a weirdo who is withdrawn. He does not get along well with people and is very unapproachable. Renxin's anti-social behaviour is a result of an incident some years ago. His wife fainted on the road but nobody went to her aid. She died tragically and in bitterness after missing the window period to revive her. Renxin was a celebrated football coach well known for his game strategies back then. However, the sudden death of his wife caused him much guilt. He could not forgive himself for neglecting and shortchanging her. Thereafter, he sank into oblivi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tumultuous Times
''The Journey: Tumultuous Times'' (, also known as ''Tumultuous Times'') is a Chinese language period drama which aired on MediaCorp Channel 8. It is the second of ''The Journey'' trilogy which chronicles the history of Singapore through the eyes of immigrants during the pre-World War II era until contemporary times. It stars second generation casts of Shaun Chen, Jeanette Aw, Andie Chen, Felicia Chin, Romeo Tan, and Chen Hanwei as the main cast of the second instalment. ''The Journey'' culminates in Singapore's nation building celebrations in 2015 with '' The Journey: Our Homeland'', in time for Singapore's 50th National Day. Plot ''The Journey: Tumultuous Times'' depicted the period of the Japanese occupation where the adversity only served to strengthen the characters' survival instinct. When the British colonialists returned, stirrings of dissent became more apparent about their right to rule. In this period of uncertainty, there were vastly different ideals about how inde ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Blessings (TV Series)
''Blessings'' (Chinese: 祖先保佑) is a time-travelling drama series produced by MediaCorp Studios and aired on MediaCorp Channel 8 starting in 2014. The show aired at 9pm on weekdays and had a repeat telecast at 8am the following day. The series stars Shaun Chen, Chen Hanwei, Yao Wenlong, Yvonne Lim and Jesseca Liu as the main characters of the series. The series is producer Kwek Leng Soong's final drama series before she left MediaCorp in August 2015. A sequel, ''Blessings 2'' was produced and first aired on 1 October 2018. Cast * Shaun Chen as Lian Wending * Jesseca Liu as ** She Meiren in 2014 ** Lin Xiaomei in 1948 * Sora Ma as ** Wenrou in 2014 ** Sun Xiulan in 1948 * Chen Hanwei as Lian Daxi * Yao Wenlong as Lian Shuangxi * Yvonne Lim as Du Shini * Youyi as Ouyang Xuan * Chen Shucheng as Lian Mengyong * Zhu Houren as She Xingcheng * Chloe Ng as Alicia Lian * Mei Xin as Ouyang Xuan * Zhu Xiufeng as Sis Chun * Li Wenhai as Lian Xuegeng * Darryl Yong as Zhanpen ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Three Wishes (Singaporean TV Series)
''Three Wishes'' () is a Singaporean family mystery drama produced by production company Wawa Pictures and telecast on MediaCorp Channel 8. The drama began production in June 2014 and made its debut on 27 October that year. This serial marked the return of acclaimed veteran actress Huang Biren, who was last seen in ''Mars vs Venus'' in 2007, the fifth Wawa production featuring Thomas Ong, and Apple Hong's 2014 drama series after ''Joys of Life'' in 2012. It is also the fourth Wawa production to be aired on Channel 8 after '' Disclosed'', and the 11th Wawa production overall. Audience reception to the drama has been largely favourable, with the viewership breaking the 1 million mark on its debut episode, a phenomenon rarely seen in local dramas, and was the fourth series at 9 pm after '' Soup of Life'', '' C.L.I.F. 3'' and '' Blessings'' to break the 1 million mark. The show topped the viewership charts of MediaCorp Channel 8 dramas for that year, with an average viewership ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Xinxiang
Zhang Xinxiang (born Teo Boon Seong on 27 April 1967), formerly known as Zhang Wenxiang, is a Singaporean actor and businessman. Early life and career The eldest son in his family, Zhang began acting in 1989 − his first full-time job after completing his mandatory military service. He went through Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (SBC)'s auditions and attended their training classes while juggling a side job as a waiter for a few months before being offered a two-year contract by SBC. He left the TV station in 1995 to focus on his mini-mart business and returned to sign a two-year contract with the station in 2004. He has since become a freelancer. Zhang owns the boutique shop Nana, with its outlets located in the malls The Arcade and International Plaza. Personal life In April 1991, Zhang married his girlfriend of 4 years, Zheng Xiuzhu, at the age of 24. They have two children. Preferring to keep a low profile outside of his acting career in later years, Zhang has decli ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
James Seah
James Seah Hong Hui is a Singaporean actor best known for starring in the television drama ''The Heartland Hero''. He has also starred in the television dramas ''Hello From the Other Side'', ''My One in a Million'', ''Loving You'', ''Mind Jumper'', ''The Unbreakable Bond'', ''Tanglin'' and ''Soul Detective'', in the film ''1965'' and in the web series '' Let's Play Love''. Career Seah was a finalist on ''Star Search'' in 2010. He starred in the web series '' Let's Play Love'' in 2011. He appeared in the 2013 television dramas ''96°C Café'' and ''Mata Mata''. He appeared in ''The Caregivers'' in 2014. In 2015, he starred in the historical thriller film ''1965'' and the television drama '' The Journey: Our Homeland''. He starred in the television drama ''Tanglin'', which aired from 2015 to 2018. In 2019, he starred in the television dramas ''My One in a Million'' and ''Hello From the Other Side''. Seah appeared in the 2021 television dramas ''Mind Jumper'', ''Key Witness '', ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brandon Wong (actor)
Brandon Wong (born 16 September 1971) is a Singaporean actor. He was born in Malaysia and speaks Mandarin, English, Malay and Cantonese. Career Wong joined Star Search Singapore in 1995 after graduating from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Although he did not make the finals, he was offered a contract by Television Corporation of Singapore, TCS (predecessor of MediaCorp) and entered the entertainment industry. He made his breakthrough in the long-running hit series ''Wok of Life'', playing the late Asian comedian Wang Sha. In Star Awards 2018, Wong was nominated for Star Awards for Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actor for the drama, ''My Friends From Afar''. In Star Awards 2022, Wong won his first awards, Star Awards for Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes, Top 10 Most Popular Male Artiste and Star Awards for Unforgettable Villain, Most Hated Villain, after 27 years in the industry. At Star Awards 2023, Wong won his first acting award, Star Awards for Best Supporting Ac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aloysius Pang
Aloysius Pang Wei Chong (24 August 1990 – 24 January 2019) was a Singaporean actor once managed under NoonTalk Media, best known for his involvement in multiple Mediacorp dramas. Pang died on 24 January 2019 at 1:45am NZDT (23 January 2019 at 8:45pm SST) due to serious crush injuries sustained from a military accident while on Operationally Ready National Service reservist training in the Singapore Army, aged 28. Early life Pang was born in Singapore on 24 August 1990. He had two elder brothers, Jefferson and Kenny. Pang studied in Pei Chun Public School and Yuying Secondary School. In 2012, he graduated from Singapore Institute of Management University with a diploma in management studies. Career Pang started acting at the age of nine after he joined an acting class organised by Mediacorp, and starred in children dramas such as ''My Teacher, My Buddy'' (1999), '' Bukit Ho Swee'' (2002), ''The Adventures of BBT'' (2002), '' A Child's Hope'' (Season 1, 2003; Season ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cavin Soh
Cavin Soh (born 17 November 1970) is a Singaporean actor, host, watch dealer and singer. Career Soh was formerly the lead singer of the band Dreamz FM (梦飞船) and a radio deejay on MediaCorp's Chinese language station Y.E.S. 93.3FM before switching to television and acting. In 2005, he won the Best Supporting Actor award for his portrayal of Zhou Daqiu, the main antagonist, in ''Portrait of Home''. Also, the character was voted the Top 10 Most Memorable Villains at the Star Awards 2007 anniversary special. While acting in various television series, Soh still maintains his musical interests. He has written and performed the theme songs of a number of drama series and was a judge on '' SuperBand'' and ''Campus SuperStar''. Personal life Soh was schooled at Maris Stella High School (primary and secondary). Afterwards, he graduated with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at Ngee Ann Polytechnic Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP, ) is a post-secondary education institution and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jayley Woo
Jayley Woo Jia Qi (born 27 December 1991) is a Singaporean actress and businesswoman who was a full-time MediaCorp artiste from 2012 to 2018. She has an identical twin sister, Hayley Woo, who is also an actress and she is the younger of the twin. Early life Born to Malaysian parents, Woo studied in Tanglin Secondary School and ITE Clementi. Career Woo was a blogger alongside her older twin sister, Hayley Woo, under the stage name Jay On The Hay. In 2012, she made her debut by appearing in '' Jump!'' alongside Jeanette Aw and Zhang Zhenhuan. Her work in the series garnered her a Best Newcomer nomination at the Star Awards 2013. In 2013, she starred in '' C.L.I.F.'', ''96°C Cafe'' and ''The Dream Makers''. She also made a cameo appearance in '' Sudden''. In 2014, she filmed '' The Caregivers'', '' C.L.I.F. 3'' and '' Against The Tide''. She was nominated for Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes award at the Star Awards 2015 and won the award in Star Awards 2016 and St ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
