My TVB Awards 2012

I shouldn't be doing this with the amount of work I have but I need some serious procrastination so here goes. I didn't do one for 2011 but I did for 2010, if you are interested in reading it here's a link

http://just-chen.blogspot.co.uk/2010/12/my-tvb-awards-2010.html

I haven't been following all the series so my post comes with a bit of biased.

Haven't watched: Let it Be Love, Queens of Diamonds and Hearts, Daddy Good Deeds, 

One episode of: House of Harmony and Vengeance, Witness Insecurity

Very Little of: No Good Either Way, Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles, Master of Play

Haven't finished: Three Kingdoms RPG, When Heaven Burns, Ghetto Justice II

Now that's not very good is it! But besides Let It Be Love, Queens of Diamonds and Hearts, Daddy Good Deeds and House of Harmony and Vengeance I should have a good enough basis to award the other series.

Best Theme Song

This year has been a great year for themesongs, it's one of the things that has defined the year I think with a number of really good tunes to start off or end the series. Here are my Top 10.

擁抱愛 Joyce Cheng (Come Home Love)

It is a very heartwarming song and fits the series quite well, it is a nice simple melody and sung well by Joyce. I'm not sure I like the bridge though.

朝花夕拾 Teresa Cheung (Bottled Passion)

The opening has got to be one of my favourites, the whole song fits the series so well there's a melodramatic romanticism about the song that is in line with the drama. Teresa's more old-school performance of the song also works wonders to this which sounds like a mini classic.

一生一心 Hubert Wu (The Last Steep Ascent)

I've always liked Hubert and I find his voice actually nicer to listen to than Mag's but Mag obviously is more distinctive. This song personifies The Last Steep Ascent to me and I guess that's all you can wish for in a themesong.

天與地 Paul Wong (When Heaven Burns)

I love Paul Wong and this song works so well for When Heaven Burns. It is very fitting to the series and the thing it this song works on its own as well.

年少無知 Bowie Lam, Moses Chan and Kenny Wong (When Heaven Burns)

Vocally this isn't great but I think what works for this song is it really feels like a song about brotherhood and life. It is also the defining song of When Heaven Burns, the chorus is also very defining.

連續劇 Joey Yung (The Hippocratic Crush)

This is a beautiful song, Joey really brings life to it. However I sometimes question whether it truly fits the series however it is now part of what The Hippocratic Crush is.

最幸福的事 Linda Chung (Witness Insecurity)

The only thing that really caught my attention with WI was Linda's quite enchanting themesong. In a way the song does fit my opinion of the series. The change in tempo into the chorus is beautifully transitioned, this is definitely Linda's more successful songs despite it being a themesong.

沒時間後悔 Hanjin Tan and MC Jin (Ghetto Justice II)

This really personifies Ghetto Justice, it's quirky and alternative. Even though Ghetto Justice II was a huge fail this song has really grown on me.

幼稚完 Raymond Lam (Highs and Lows)

This song doesn't really fit the series but that's why it's an ending theme. This is one of Raymond's nicest tunes and I just love the chorus of it because it now is also part of my image to Highs and Lows.

相濡以沫 Shirley Kwan (The Confidant)

Shirley's performance is very captivating here. The track fits very well with what The Confidant is and it is beautifully sung by Shirley

TOP 5

朝花夕拾 Teresa Cheung (Bottled Passion)

一生一心 Hubert Wu (The Last Steep Ascent)

沒時間後悔 Hanjin Tan and MC Jin (Ghetto Justice II)

幼稚完 Raymond Lam (Highs and Lows)

相濡以沫 Shirley Kwan (The Confidant)

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3rd - 相濡以沫 Shirley Kwan (The Confidant)

2nd - 幼稚完 Raymond Lam (Highs and Lows)

1st - 朝花夕拾 Teresa Cheung (Bottled Passion)

Not a themesong but this cover of Separate Lives for Divas in Distress was so perfect in some scenes between Mandy and Him, with engrish and all!

Most Annoying Character

May I just clarify getting this award is not good! It's not really because of the actor/actress, but it could, it's more the stupid writers who create these despicable characters who don't even make you sympathise with them. This year scriptwriters seemed to be relentless with creating very annoying characters and here are 10 which made my list this year, oddly enough the same actors seem to come up more than once.

Katy Kung - Bottled Passion

Michael Tse - L'Escargot

Linda Chung - L'Escargot

Ben Wong - The Hippocratic Crush

Raymond Wong - Gloves Come Off

Katy Kung - Gloves Come Off

Power Chan - Gloves Come Off

Edwin Siu - The Last Steep Ascent

Ben Wong - Highs and Lows

Raymond Wong - The Confidant

Katy Kung - Bottled Passion - Ko Yee Nga

OK, ok I don't remember much of Bottled Passion or Katy Kung for that matter but when I think about the series Katy's immature and spoilt character always annoys me.

Michael Tse - L'Escargot - Ko Wang Chim

L'Escargot has got to be one of the most annoying series this year simply because of Michael Tse and his aforementioned love interest. The love aspect of his character was written so despicably that there's just no forgiving this stubborn entrepreneur who loves himself more than anyone he thinks he does.

Linda Chung - l'Escargot - Kwan Ka Lok

For her indecisiveness, for her constant crying and for her stupidity Kwan Ka Lok has to be the most annoying "nice" character this year. Her love triangle was just so annoying, she was written quite ok at the start but why did she have to get embroiled with Ko Wang Chim and then persistently say she doesn't love him and then give him chances! urgh...

Ben Wong - The Hippocratic Crush - John Chong Pok Man

For being such an important figure in the hospital he was unbelievably petty in his work and personal life. Ben always plays these antagonistic characters which typecasts him. However in his defense his character did see the light at the end but still Ben Wong and Chong Pok Man are just the perfect match for 'annoyingness'.

Raymond Wong - Gloves Come Off - Buddy Pat Ka Sing

For the majority of the show Buddy was a great character played well by Raymond Wong but then lo and behold the scriptwriters had to add in some pointless drama and Buddy became this idiotic character that annoyed the hell out of me. If you thought L'Escargot was an annoying series then you haven't seen the last 5-10 episodes of Gloves Come Off. By the end of the series I was glad that it had all ended but very disappointed that what could have been my favourite series of the year got sabotaged so badly. I still can't understand Buddy and his love triangle with Po Kei.

Katy Kung - Gloves Come Off - Chong Po Kei

Nothing annoys me more then a homewrecker who just does it for fun. Katy's character was written so unsympathetically it was unreal. How could anyone be so twisted! I would have kind of understood if she actually loved Buddy but she just created all this drama because she enjoys attention! The introduction of her character was the start of the downfall for Gloves Come Off.

Power Chan - Gloves Come Off - Chu Sai Cheung

3 in one series! Are you kidding me! Now you understand how annoying Gloves Come off was. Power's character was so illogical, his transition was so unexpected and his thought process was so twisted it did my head in just trying to justify his actions. And then he killed Bo Bo (Natalie Tong)! Sorry but no matter how the scriptwriters try to salvage this one it won't work.

Edwin Siu - The Last Steep Ascent - Ho Sai Ho

Edwin has managed to play a plethora of annoying characters in this year but whilst the others I've managed to sympathise with in the slightest I really couldn't with this one. I guess it also boils down slightly to Edwin's acting as well - the way he does things annoys me (in a good way I guess). The most despicable characters are the ones who are totally selfish and Ho Sai Ho was definitely that.

Ben Wong - Highs and Lows - Poon Hok Lai

Ben Wong again! Poon Hok Lai was annoying from start to finish - bravo to the scriptwriters for that! He started off only slightly annoying, I always thought he was annoying but a good guy at heart until his true self came out and his seriously twisted ego rose to the surface.

Raymond Wong - The Confidant - Yiu Sheung Hei

For most of the series Yiu Sheung Hei was only boring and with a stupid love story with the princess but then when the princess said she didn't love him anymore (which was equally as odd) he became this very very annoying character who was totally out of character. His sudden change was so illogical, it was one of the many things which brought The Confidant down. How his character was nominated for My Favourite Male Character was ludicrous.

Top 5

Michael Tse - L'Escargot - Ko Wang Chim

Katy Kung - Gloves Come Off - Chong Po Kei

Power Chan - Gloves Come Off - Chu Sai Cheung

Ben Wong - Highs and Lows - Poon Hok Lai

Raymond Wong - The Confidant - Yiu Sheung Hei

What an annoying bunch of characters!

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3rd - Ben Wong - Highs and Lows - Poon Hok Lai

2nd - Raymond Wong - The Confidant - Yiu Sheung Hei

1st - Power Chan - Gloves Come Off - Chu Sai Cheung

Best Couple

There weren't that many to choose from this year in my opinion. Maybe because TVB are trying to change the style of dramas they produce.

Raymond Wong and Niki Chow - Bottled Passion

Their love story was quite sad, very Kdrama-esque. However they were quite sweet even though some of their backstory was a little cringe!

Kevin Cheng and Selena Li - Gloves Come Off

Another pair of star crossed lovers, their story was a tad stupid - what century are we in now TVB! But Kevin and Selena's chemistry really worked and the ending to their love was very sad.

Raymond Lam and Kate Tsui - Highs and Lows

Another similar pair of lovers who are fated not to ever be together - come on TVB more variety please! Anyway I liked the chemistry between Kate and Raymond especially their more casual scenes.

Kenneth Ma and Tavia Yeung - The Hippocratic Crush

You can't have a list this year without the jade boy and girl this year can you! Anyway they had a sweet relationship that is the first in my list that lives happily ever after, til Series 2 that is! Though they too faced very cliched obstacles to get where they were.

Him Law and Mandy Wong - Divas in Distress

And the cliche's of all cliche's is when one believes they do not suit the other. But still Mandy and Him have the chemistry despite Him's character being oddly dominant i.e. the more you hit me the more you love me kind of way.

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3rd - Kevin and Selena

2nd - Raymond and Kate

1st - Him and Mandy

To chose the winner I decided chemistry and how the character's were written was important that's why Him and Mandy won because they have a natural chemistry and their characters had a lot of screen time to develop.

Most Improved Actor

There are actually a lot of new line actors in TVB's crop that can really refresh TVB, more than these five actually but these five are the most prolific at the moment I'd say.

Oscar Leung - The Confidant, Tiger Cubs, L'Escargot

I think the most obvious series we can see Oscar's improvement is in Tiger Cubs, he is truly developing into someone who can comfortably take a supporting role rather than be one of many.

Him Law - L'Escargot, The Hippocratic Crush, Divas in Distress, Tiger Cubs

Him's most impressive role this year has got to be in The Hippocratic Crush. He embodied that character and it really paid off as it was a great series and he was a memorable character.

Benjamin Yuen - Til Love Do Us Lie, The Hippocratic Crush, Tiger Cubs

It's quite sad that unlike his counterparts in Tiger Cubs Ben hasn't been rewarded because out of the four he really has grown into a strong supporting actor this year. His most prolific role probably being in the series Til Love Do Us Lie. Hopefully he'll be rewarded next year.

Vincent Wong - Wish and Switch, Tiger Cubs, Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles

SSSS was my favourite role of Vincent's even though I've only watched 7 episodes of the drama. I'm really intrigued as to where Vincent goes from this as he's a very talented actor.

Sammy Shum - King Maker, Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles

Sammy is probably the least promoted out of the five by TVB but he really has a charm about him in his acting that really showed in Lives of Omission and somewhat in the King Maker. I would love to see him in a meatier role in the future.

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3rd - Vincent Wong

2nd - Oscar Leung

1st - Him Law

Most Improved Actress

Compared to the guys there aren't as many up and coming females. My list is vastly different than that of TVBs so I think most of these actresses won't even get considered in the future.

JJ Jia - Ghetto Justice II, Tiger Cubs

This has been an up and down year for JJ but in Ghetto Justice II and Tiger Cubs you can really see a vast improvement especially GJ2. If she continues her effort as in GJ2 I wouldn't mind seeing more of her.

Queenie Chu - Come Home Love, Sergeant Tabloid

She is forever forgotten in TVB awards, despite still having a certain stiffness she really comes into her own in professional roles like in Come Home Love and Sergeant Tabloid (yes I'm counting this as it's my own awards).

Mandy Wong - L'Escargot, The Hippocratic Crush, Divas in Distress, Tiger Cubs

Mandy has received attention above and beyond this award this year. Most actresses win this because of one character but whatever Mandy has been in this year she has been memorable and that's what defines a Most Improved Actress.

Samantha Ko - The Last Steep Ascent

Her portrayal as Joel's wife in the Last Steep Ascent was refreshing. Despite a few rough edges it was definitely an eye catching portrayal.

Kaki Leung - Three Kingdoms RPG, The Last Steep Ascent

When she sprung out of nowhere people were reluctant but after a few years she has in fact dropped a few steps from her debut level but she is actually getting better. I would like to see Kaki in a meatier role next year as she has potential

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3rd - JJ Jia

2nd - Samantha Ko

1st - Mandy Wong

Favourite Character

Because TVB has a hard time writing good characters I have merged male and female characters together to create one award, here are my Top 5.

Helena Law - The Last Steep Ascent - Mrs. Ho

All too often TVB like to have annoying mother in laws but Mrs. Ho was far from that. Her relationship with Sun Yuet was so sweet. I really liked how Mrs Ho was so supportive of Sun Yuet and those scenes she had with Maggie left a smile on my face whenever I saw it.

Leung Chi Ho - Gloves Come Off - Tong Kat

When cute Tong Kat left the series it was the start of the downfall for Gloves Come Off. His character led Sap Yat. Without Tong Kat there was basically no Sap Yat for me. Leung Chi Ho did a very good job and is definitely the best child actor in TVBs roster right now - TVB actually have quite a few good child actors now.

Nancy Wu - Gloves Come Off - Ting Yan Chi

Amongst the awful characters in Gloves Come Off Nancy's was one of the saving graces of the series. Her character was forthright and a great role model.

Him Law - The Hippocratic Crush - Yeung Chung (Yeung Pui Chung)

Yeung Chung was the sunny and happy go lucky character that every series should have. He eventually matured but still kept his likability right till the end. Him really suited that role and I'm happy to see him in THC2.

Power Chan - The Confidant - Pang Sam Shun

Rounding out my list is Pang Sam Shun in The Confidant, his character developed into a very lovable and forthright role which at the start didn't look that reasonable. He was definitely one of the highlights of the series.

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3rd -Him Law - The Hippocratic Crush - Yeung Chung (Yeung Pui Chung)

2nd - Leung Chi Ho - Gloves Come Off - Tong Kat

1st - Helena Law - The Last Steep Ascent - Mrs. Ho

Best Supporting Actor

Chris Lai - Come Home Love

Him Law - The Hippocratic Crush

Pierre Ngo - King Maker

Oscar Leung - Tiger Cubs

Koo Ming Wah - Divas in Distress

Joel Chan - The Last Steep Ascent

Ben Wong - Highs and Lows

Vincent Wong - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

Power Chan - The Confidant

KK Cheung - The Confidant

Chris Lai - Come Home Love

It's a shame Chris hasn't been promoted at all. He's a decent young actor and can really benefit from a few more roles. 

Him Law - The Hippocratic Crush

As said previously Him really embodied his role, that's why he deserves a nomination.

Pierre Ngo - King Maker

Pierre is really a character actor defined when his role had post traumatic disorder. He was really in role and that left a strong impact in my memory.

Oscar Leung - Tiger Cubs

As previously said this was probably Oscar's first role where he truly became a strong supporting actor.

Koo Ming Wah - Divas in Distress

I applaud Koo Ming Wah for giving it his all and successfully gaining acceptance from the audience but as I have said before I feel that is has been a bit blown out of proportion. Nonetheless Koo Ming Wah makes my Top 10 because he created such a buzz.

Joel Chan - The Last Steep Ascent

Joel Chan really was one of TVB's potential shining stars, it was a shame he chose Florinda over TVB! I wonder if the rumours are true that Joel is thinking of returning to TVB and if so will the audience accept him with open arms.

Ben Wong - Highs and Lows

Ben really manages to play these roles well. This was a very believable performance even though he annoyed the hell out of me!

Vincent Wong - Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles

Vincent is one of my favourite new line actors. He really deserves recognition.

Power Chan - The Confidant

I wouldn't say this is Power's best performance but it has been a career defining one and therefore I'm happy to nominate Power for this role even though it's more his body of work I'm recognising.

KK Cheung - The Confidant

If I'm to be honest it's the lack of competitors which really left me to nominate KK Cheung but then he provided us with a competent performance.

Top 5

Him Law, Oscar Leung, Joel Chan, Vincent Wong, Power Chan

So who out of these five is my Best Supporting Actor?

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3rd - Joel Chan

2nd - Him Law

1st - Power Chan

It's not simply for this performance but Power should long have been considered and awarded Best Supporting Actor that's why he gets my vote.

Best Supporting Actress

Joyce Tang - Til Love Do Us Lie

Florence Kwok - Come Home Love

Rebecca Chan - Bottled Passion

Mandy Wong - L'Escargot

Nancy Wu - Gloves Come Off

Elena Kong - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

Elaine Yiu - King Maker

Ella Koon - Highs and Lows

Helena Law - The Last Steep Ascent

Mary Hon - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

Joyce Tang - Til Love Do Us Lie

Joyce has been severely uncredited by TVB and very underused. I don't even know if she has any future projects right now. Anyway I hope to see more of Joyce in the future.

Florence Kwok - Come Home Love

Another underused actress who was however nominated this year. I feel that Florence really should be considered for this award in the near future because she is one of those actresses who could really carry a series despite having a supporting role.

Rebecca Chan - Bottled Passion

Rebecca's forte is strong, powerful female characters and in Bottled Passion she once again displayed her abilities albeit in an evil role.

Mandy Wong - L'Escargot

A very strong performance from Mandy, it created such a buzz that Mandy has to be recognised in this list I believe.

Nancy Wu - Gloves Come Off

I was one of few who actually liked Nancy's performance a lot in Gloves Come Off. Nancy has continued to perform well and really should be promoted by TVB over some more questionable candidates.

Elena Kong - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

Whilst I haven't seen much of SSSS Elena still captivated me in those episodes and from feedback it sounds like she's one of the most interesting characters on the show that's why she receives a nomination here.

Elaine Yiu - King Maker

Another underused actress. There's a certain bias in me nominating Elaine because I think she needs to be promoted a bit more but nonetheless she provided a solid performance in the King Maker.

Ella Koon - Highs and Lows

I find Ella one of the most natural actresses and that's why it's a shame she might not be able to shoot more TVB series in the near future. I think her forte are light hearted characters.

Helena Law - The Last Steep Ascent

Helena is just such a great veteran actress, she really brought her character much more depth and interest.

Mary Hon - Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles

Another great veteran actress. I'm liking her in SSSS and her chemistry with Elena Kong is great to watch.

Top 5

Rebecca Chan, Nancy Wu, Elena Kong, Helena Law, Mary Hon

A very varied list with actresses representing different stages in an artistes career, who out of these will receive the award?

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3rd - Elena Kong

2nd - Helena Law

1st - Nancy Wu

It was a tough decision but I feel that Nancy inevitably deserved this the most because she had a great year and a great few years before this so finally it should culminate with an award.

Best Series

The first series of the year in which I wanted to watch all of, I wanted to know what would happen and some of the characters were really engaging. I don't know if The Hippocratic Crush 2 could really do the same as the story has pretty much rapped up.

I still haven't finished this series but the filming, the plot, the style have all interested me. The series was also well cast, there are a few blips but all in all it is very engaging.

Highs and Lows is a good series though it does suffer from a lot of the usual TVB cliche's. The chemistry between the artistes is obvious and the acting has been very good throughout.

So my favourite series this year is...

The Hippocratic Crush

Best Actor

Michael Tse - Sergeant Tabloid

Raymond Wong - Bottled Passion

Kenneth Ma - The Hippocratic Crush

Kevin Cheng - Gloves Come Off

Moses Chan - Master of Play

Joe Ma - Tiger Cubs

Michael Miu - Highs and Lows

Raymond Lam - Highs and Lows

Damian Lau - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

Wayne Lai - The Confidant

Michael Tse - Sergeant Tabloid

Michael Tse isn't having much luck with TVB, Sergeant Tabloid was warehoused, L'Escargot aired very early and now his latest series is airing in the graveyard slot. Looks like Michael will have a tough time next year as well. But he performed well in Sergeant Tabloid.

Raymond Wong - Bottled Passion

Raymond Wong really showed he's capable of leading a series and what better than to do it in a Lee Tim Shing series.

Kenneth Ma - The Hippocratic Crush

Kenneth is a very versatile actor and once again I applaud him for his acting in THC.

Kevin Cheng - Gloves Come Off

I actually found Kevin to be quite ok in this series despite the numerous rumours of him being arrogant and a diva in this. I prefer him in this much more than in GJ2 with his robotic movements and rehearsed lines.

Moses Chan - Master of Play

I can't remember much of it but any actor among TVBs roster who can play a serial killer with a degree of realism deserves a nomination. I applaud Moses for trying to create a breakthrough.

Joe Ma - Tiger Cubs

This was a perfect casting and Joe really does lead this series well. I'm very happy he got a nomination.

Michael Miu - Highs and Lows

I'm beginning to like Michael a lot and this was definitely one of Michael's more memorable and sophisticated roles.

Raymond Lam - Highs and Lows

This has definitely been one of Raymond's best roles in the past few years and Raymond really performed well here. I wouldn't say it was Raymond's best performance or a career defining one but it finally broke the typecast image he has had for the past few series.

Damian Lau - Silver Spoon, Sterling Shackles

From the few episodes I saw Damian is really the one that is carrying the series. Damian portrays this character very well and should be considered for this award.

Wayne Lai - The Confidant

I think Wayne is a great actor and in The Confidant it is no less however I think Wayne really needs a breakthrough because for the past few series I just don't see his character I see more of Wayne being this typecast Lau Shing 2.0.

Top 5

Kenneth Ma, Michael Miu, Raymond Lam, Damian Lau, Wayne Lai

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3rd - Damian Lau - Silver Spoon Sterling Shackles

2nd - Kenneth Ma - The Hippocratic Crush

1st - Raymond Lam - Highs and Lows

I think Raymond should have got it this year because it is his time. I guess TVB delayed it an extra year by Wayne winning but in terms of who deserves it next it really should be Raymond.

Best Actress

Niki Chow - Sergeant Tabloid

Sonija Kwok - L'Escargot

Tavia Yeung - The Hippocratic Crush

Selena Li - Gloves Come Off

Myolie Wu - Ghetto Justice II

Jessica Hsuan - Tiger Cubs

Kristal Tin - King Maker

Kate Tsui - Highs and Lows

Maggie Cheung - The Last Steep Ascent

Michelle Yim - The Confidant

Niki Chow - Sergeant Tabloid

Sergeant Tabloid was a good series and really changed my opinion of Niki so I wonder when it will be aired in Hong Kong considering there were even talks for a sequel.

Sonija Kwok - L'Escargot

This is one of Sonija's most natural performances, she is becoming a very decent actress.

Tavia Yeung - The Hippocratic Crush

Whilst not Tavia's best performance or most defining role in her career THC is one of her most prolific roles and considering all her past efforts Tavia should really be considered not only for her performance here but also her body of work.

Selena Li - Gloves Come Off

Selena was very underrated in this series perhaps because she only served as the love interest to Kevin rather than being a more integral part of the story however she performed well here and I can't wait for her to find her career defining character.

Myolie Wu - Ghetto Justice II

Myolie really fits this role and last year this role helped her solidify her win. Whilst this year GJ2 has been a flop Myolie still manages to capture our interests.

Jessica Hsuan - Tiger Cubs

I haven't seen enough of her here but Jessica is one of the best actresses who still films for TVB on a regular basis so I hope TVB doesn't sour their relationship.

Kristal Tin - King Maker

Whilst I'm not always agreed with fans over Kristal's performance I think she did well in the King Maker.

Kate Tsui - Highs and Lows

This has definitely solidified Kate's status as a leading actress. She has started off on the right track since last year and Highs and Lows is really a peak from that process. I hope Kate continues to develop into a more natural actress.

Maggie Cheung - The Last Steep Ascent

It's a shame Maggie is now at CTI and TVB tries its hardest not to show or mention her at all but she was a real asset to The Last Steep Ascent and despite the rather flailing plot towards the end she still performed well, it's always a joy to watch her.

Michelle Yim - The Confidant

Whilst we didn't really see enough of Michelle's variation in The Confidant she really personified Empress Cixi. I can't imagine anyone else in TVB right now who could portray Cixi in the way that The Confidant wanted her to be portrayed because it mixed a stubborn playfulness with a strong minded woman besotted by internal struggles. It was a very low-key performance but should be recognised and enjoyed.

Top 5

Tavia Yeung, Jessica Hsuan, Kate Tsui, Maggie Cheung, Michelle Yim

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3rd - Kate Tsui - Highs and Lows

2nd - Michelle Yim - The Confidant

1st - Tavia Yeung - The Hippocratic Crush

Tavia deserves this award fully, despite a career slow down as of late she really is one of the best fadans of TVB.

Watch Out For

These are some of the artistes among TVB's younger roster who I think have potential to shine and showed potential this year. They range from those with more series under their belt to those who are newbies, from those that are not really promoted to those who are being shoved down our throats!

William Chak, Matt Yeung, Nathan Ngai, Matthew Ko, Ronald Law

Oceane Zhu, Rebecca Zhu, Lin Xia Wei, Angel Chiang, Eliza Sam

William Chak, Matthew Ko, Oceane Zhu, Rebecca Zhu and Eliza Sam all came out from pagentry. I really think William has potential to be a rising star in the future, he is a very natural actor. Matthew Ko has been flailing for a few years but with more development he can potentially improve. Oceane Zhu is one of TVBs most natural young actresses the only problem with her is her accent which she really needs to improve ASAP. Rebecca did surprisingly well in her first series, if TVB continues to promote her she could develop very well. Finally Eliza is the person of the moment right now. She is overrated but actually she does have potential and if TVB goes for a more steady pace in promoting her she could develop into a good comedic actress.

Matt Yeung has been one of those actors who I would like to see more of. He is slowly getting more roles. Nathan Ngai was a breakout hit in THC, he hasn't had as much success lately but I wouldn't be shocked to see more of him in the future. Ronald Law recently came out of TVBs acting class I believe and has been one of the more prolific of those graduates. I see potential in him to be the next rising star in a few years.

Lin Xia Wei is definitely being promoted next year so people better be ready to see more of her face! However her debut in Til Love Do Us Lie was refreshing, one of the best debuts of any actress as of late. Finally Angel, she has been around for a few years but this year she stood out for me. She has this snarl which affects her expressions but if she can improve on that I can see potential.

And to rap it up here are a few of the future series that I'm looking forward to!

Beauty At War - No matter what people say about this I'm still excited to see a War and Beauty sequel with Sheren and Ada.

Triumph in the Skies II - simply because of the cast, I wonder how it'll turn out.

AND of course the reported dramas directed by Wong Jing and Eric Tsang, no matter what they become I'd be interested to see the development.