Masquerade masks in line with the masquerade theme.
The stage is set.
Masquerade dancers.
Rui En and Chen Li Ping having a good laugh during the game segment.
Phototaking with fans
The Dream Makers 志在四方 is now airing at 9pm on Channel 8.
Source: MediaCorp Entertains
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The well-loved MediaCorp actress thinks that it is part and parcel of being an actress to go through hardship
Before Rui En got to where she is today, the award-winning and widely popular actress received her fair share of bullying and scolding from directors and producers during her rookie days in showbiz. Looking back on her salad days, the MediaCorp actress is thankful that she had to go through those tumultuous times which has in turn, motivated her to prove her worth.
While speaking to xinmsn at the press conference of upcoming Ch8 blockbuster drama The Dream Makers, Rui En recalled the immense pressure she had to face during her debut – going to great lengths to memorise her lines due to her weak Chinese language skills.
Although The Dream Makers highlights the power struggle among the stars and office politics amongst the higher management in the TV station, the Ice Princess emphasised that the local entertainment industry is not as complicated and sensationalised as the drama portrays it to be. That said, Rui En admitted that she had her share of hardship too.
Even after 11 years in the industry, the actress still remembers the long waiting time she had to endure in her debut drama No Problem!, due to her “newbie†status back then. According to Rui En, the director would finish filming all the scenes with the leading actors before moving on to hers.
Speaking from experience, Rui En said that it is essential for an actor to experience adversity before he can grow to become a good artiste.
“You get to learn many things by starting from the ‘calefare’ and small roles. Only when you go through the journey, would you improve and perform better,†she explained. “Nowadays, the new actors are able to land leading roles shortly after joining the industry. They might not have the chance to pick up what they should learn.â€
In a separate interview, veteran actress Chen Liping shared that her hardworking juniors, including Jeanette Aw and Rui En, inspire her to continue acting. “I believe everyone can see Rui En’s efforts and growth in the past few years. Her success didn’t come easy,†she said.
At the press conference, Queen of Caldecott Hill, Zoe Tay, and local Ah Ge Chen Hanwei spoke of the new generation of actors and their poor working attitude and lack of respect for their seniors.
So, what advice does Rui En have for her peers and the up-and-coming stars?
“Be yourself and be real. Don’t do something just because people expect you to. In the end, you’d feel like you’ve betrayed yourself and you’ll be the one regretting it,†replied the actress, with her ever-cool attitude.
Also hailed as the Queen of Ratings, Rui En is currently filming another upcoming series Sudden, which is centred around the lives of lawyers. The 32-year-old joked that her “Chinese would improve significantly after thisâ€, thanks to the lengthy and sophisticated terms used by her character in the drama.
The Dream Makers stars Zoe Tay, Chen Liping, Rui En, Jeanette Aw, Qi Yuwu, Shaun Chen, Chen Hanwei, Guo Liang, Richard Low, May Phua, Rebecca Lim, Desmond Tan, Ian Fang and Jayley Woo. Catch it when it airs every Monday to Friday at 9pm on Ch8, starting June 24.
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Sudden éª¤å˜ debuts 2 September 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Source: Xinmsn
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Go ahead QUOTE ME
‘Be yourself, don’t pretend. Don’t do something because other people think you should. Because in the end, you will regret it and feel you have betrayed yourself.’
Television star Rui En to younger actors, some of whom have been criticised by actor Chen Hanwei for disrespecting older stars.
Source: The Straits Times
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By Tammi Tan
We check out the biggest names in showbiz who have lit up a screen together
Two is better than one, especially if “one†already stands pretty strong on its own. We’re talking about dream team silver/small screen pairings of the hottest A-listers in showbiz, from MediaCorp Princesses Jeanette Aw and Rui En in The Dream Makers, to martial arts movie royalty Jackie Chan and Jet Li in The Forbidden Kingdom.
Rui En & Jeanette Aw (The Dream Makers)
They’ve both been in the business for over a decade (and are both under Artiste Networks ) , but The Dream Makers is the first time they’ve ever worked together. “It was really cool,†Rui En told us of the collaboration. “We work very well together!â€
Jeanette concurs. “We both know what we want from a scene, and both know what we’re doing with our characters. I don’t have to worry that she won’t be able to react with me,†she said at the drama’s press conference last Tuesday.
Besides that, they’ve become more familiar with each other, something they never really got to do before. “We’ve had to spend a lot of time together, and now we’re more of friends,†said Rui En.
So shall we look forward to more collaborations in the future then? “I’m open to any opportunities to work with Rui En again,†said Jeanette.
Chemistry level: We guess we’ll find out when The Dream Makers premieres on June 24 at 9pm on Ch8, but we are definitely harbouring high hopes for this pairing!
Rui En & Chen Liping (Unriddle)
Rui En and Liping have become close pals and one of the most beloved duos in local showbiz since Unriddle. Liping was credited as the one who could melt the stoic Ice Queen’s heart, as displayed by the latter’s cheeriness during their first interview with us as co-stars – a contrast from her usual more reserved demeanour.
“She’s the most generous artiste I’ve ever worked with,†Rui En praised. “She has a really infectious laugh too, which in turn makes me laugh as well!â€
During the Dream Makers press conference, the typically calm and collected Rui En was even seen giggling and lightly hitting Liping’s arm on stage, proving that their camaraderie was more than just a phase.
Chemistry level: Four dramas on, and their friendship and on-screen harmony is stronger than ever.
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Source: Xinmsn
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1. Scene & Heard Page 28
Story by Sarah Chang
Caldecott Exposed!
What secrets will be spilled in Ch 8 blockbuster The Dream Makers, touted as an exposé about the goings-on in a TV station? The stars set the record straight. Sort of.
Sabotage!
Jeanette Aw plays a jealous actress who intentionally causes TV producer-turned-host Rui En to miss a photo shoot for a major client.
Reel or Real: Impossible, says Rui En. “We have professional managers to handle our schedules!”
Office Romance
Qi Yuwu, a director, falls out with starlet-girlfriend Jeanette, and ends up in the arms of admirer Rui En.
Reel or Real: Yuwu would know. The actor admits it’s been “difficult” being away from Joanne Peh.
2. Television Page 103
The Dream Makers
Mon, Ch 8, 9pm
New Serial!
Mark 50 years of Singapore TV with this blockbuster drama on the private and professional lives of four women working at a fictional TV station. Zoe Tay plays a variety channel boss, Chen Liping a drama unit head, Rui En a variety show producer, and Jeanette Aw an up-and-coming starlet. This 30-parter also stars Chen Hanwei, Qi Yuwu, Rebecca Lim and Desmond Tan. – Douglas Tseng.
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
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By Jocelyn Lee
In The Dream Makers, Qi plays a director who has relationship issues with his B-list actress-girlfriend (Jeanette Aw) and eventually falls for a variety show director (Rui En).
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Source: The New Paper, Asiaone
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Text: Tammi Tan
Photos: Tammi Tan and Louis Teo
Video: Foong Mien Shi and Teng Siew Eng
Behind the glittering lights, fancy clothes and A-list aura of showbiz, is a very down-to-earth and not-so-dazzling reality. “This is the most glamorous side of us,†Rebecca Lim confessed at the Dream Makers press conference. She and the star-studded cast of the upcoming Ch8 blockbuster drama were dressed to the nines as they spoke to reporters in a ballroom of the posh Four Seasons Hotel. “Everything else behind the scenes is actually very ‘unglam’.â€
Her other co-stars echoed her sentiments. “The Dream Makers is going to be interesting because it shows another side of the local film industry,†said Jeanette Aw. “You don’t usually see all the sweat and blood that goes on behind the scenes! (laughs)†Added Rui En: “The audience always sees us all dolled up and pretty on TV, but actually we face a lot of challenges and struggles – we work our asses off!â€
So if you’re planning to join the industry to revel in a life of glamour, we’re sorry but you’re going to have to chuck those idealistic expectations, and prepare to face these hard-hitting truths.
There are very, very long working hours
Being in the entertainment business is hardly your run-of-the-mill 9-to-5 job. Rui En said they can work up to 18 hours a day, not get any sleep, and still have to turn up on set early the next day to deliver their lines while looking as fresh as possible.
Chen Liping recalled a time she went three days and three nights without any shut-eye, because in the past, directors were way more particular about the littlest details and wanted more takes. Talk about going over overtime!
Memorising scripts isn’t as fun as it seems
Even established actress Zoe named memorising scripts as one of the more painful aspects of her profession. Rui En, who is currently filming law drama Sudden, shared her stress from memorising the script, which contained a whole chunk of complicated, technical phrases that aren’t things people normally say.
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Source: Xinmsn
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By Gwendolyn Ng
Television’s ice queen, Rui En, is probably not someone you’d think would easily collapse into fits of laughter.
But the 32-year-old actress seems to have shed her aloof-ness for a more cheerful persona while filming her latest local Chinese drama, The Dream Makers.
Rui En is taking on her most comedic role to date – that of a happy-go-lucky variety-show producer – and is relishing it.
“I love it. I had the best time; every day there was a (hilarious) situation… It was the happiest production ever.
My character is so lively and jovial…I hope to take on more of such roles, it puts me in high spirits every day,” said Rui, who was among the television stars present at Tuesday’s press conference on The Dream Makers.
In fact, the role that she plays is so peppy that fellow cast member Chen Liping jokingly described her as quite the “siao char bor” (Hokkien for crazy woman).
Rui En was spotted giggling and slapping Chen on the arm repeatedly during Tuesday’s event, held at Four Seasons Hotel – not the usual stuff ice queens do.
The Dream Makers, a 30-episode series premiering on June 24, is about the lives of the people working at a television station. It also delves into the dark side of the entertainment industry.
The Dream Makers features (front row, from left) Rebecca Lim, Chen Liping, Rui En, Zoe Tay, Jeanette Aw, Jayley Woo, (back row) Shaun Chen, Guo Liang, Qi Yuwu, Chen Hanwei and Ian Fang.
The Dream Makers 志在四方 debuts 24 June 2013 9pm on Channel 8.
Souce: Mypaper, Lollipop, Asiaone, The Straits Times Communities
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Rui En – Girly, Really?
Think about Rui En, and tough, no-nonsense, even (dare we say it?) cold, comes to mind. But girly and vain?
Rui En is a Mediacorp darling (albeit an unconventional one), there’s no question about it. Dubbed the ‘Queen of ratings’, her shows have consistently been one of the most-watched dramas of the year. And of course, her power-packed performances didn’t go unnoticed as she won the highly-coveted best actress award in 2011 and most recently, in 2013. The cherry on top of her great year? L‘Oreal has chosen her to be the face of their latest L’Oreal Youth Code Essence, an essence with the ability to restore skin’s optimal capability, so that it can better absorb the effects of your skincare, boosting its efficacy. Rui En tells us all abut her girliness (yes, she does have a girly side), beauty secrets and her lifestyle.
Cosmo: Congrats on being the new face of L’Oreal Youth Code! Are you really excited about this?
Rui En: It’s been a long time since I’ve done a skincare endorsement and I’m actually really pleased about this. L’Oreal has always had this this tagline for ages “Because you’re worth it†and when I was a little girl, I would see all these gorgeous girls reciting this line and think about how nice it is to be able to say those words. It is like a dream come true. Plus, I felt that [L’oreal] was really sincere. We had a couple of meetings and they wanted to get to know me better, which felt nice.
Cosmo: “Because you’re worth itâ€, what meaning does it have for you?
Rui En: The main thing about saying this tagline is that the people who were chosen to say it were international stars – huge stars for me. To be able to join their ranks, it’s a huge privilege. For me personally, the tagline feels empowering.
Cosmo: So what do you like most about this product that you’re endorsing?
Rui En: I love its light texture, but most of all, I like that it is afforable. I think a lot of women are willing to spend thousands of dollars on skincare because there is this promise that it’ll work. But this works just as well [as an expensive product].
Cosmo: Can you share a beauty secret with us?
Rui En: I know that a lot of people think I’m very bochup*. But I’m actually a very girly person when it comes to skincare. I insist on putting on a mask when i get home, no matter what time it is.
Cosmo: Every single day?
Rui En: ya, everyday. Its probably not for everybody but I think it really helps to soothe my tired skin. Sometimes I’m out filming for days in a row, and my skin suffers, but this helps to refresh and calm it down.
Cosmo: Do you feel pressured to look good all the time because you are a celebrity?
Rui En: Actually, when I don’t work, I’m really don’t bother with makeup and I’m perpertually in t-shirt and shorts. There is no way I will let any makeup touch my face. This is also why I need to make sure that my skin looks great on its own. I mean, of course, when I’m working or going for Star Awards, it’s inevitable. It’s not that I don’t care about my appearance; I’m just way too lazy!
Cosmo: Do you do any sports to keep your skin glowing?
Rui En: I do loads of cardio. I do see a difference in my skin when I have time to work out. I try not to run because of the sun, so I gym and do indoor sports a lot. Everybody should exercise because I do see a radiant glow in my complexion when I do. Exercise is incredibly important to me.
Source: Cosmopolitan Singapore/a>
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