SHOWBIZ: Non-stop festive entertainment

8TV has a lavish line-up of Chinese New Year programmes beginning next Wednesday.

With over 100 hours of programmes from Jan 29 to Feb 14, the top Chinese channel in the country promises nothing but the best.

From in-house programmes such as food and game shows, sitcoms and docu-magazines to blockbusters and concerts as well as special programmes — it’s all about giving its best.

EXCITING LOCAL SHOWS AND MOVIES
Don’t miss local shows such as Ho Chak! CNY Special 2014, Step Forward CNY Special 2014, Folks & Tales CNY Special 2014, Fortune 2014, I Love Chinese New Year, Sweet Home Sweet, Journey to Royal Cuisine CNY Special, CNY Treasure Hunt In Thailand and Treasure Hunt In Malaysia CNY Special and lots more.

Film buffs are in for a treat. There will be four days of blockbuster movies including Flying Sword Of Dragon Gate, Wu Xia, My Kingdom (premiering on free TV) and You Are The Apple Of My Eye (premiering on Malaysian TV).

From Jan 30 to Feb 2, get ready for more cinematic excitement. Afternoon movies include Kung Fu Mahjong 3, Himalaya Singh and The Accidental Spy.

CULTURAL SHOWS AND CONCERTS
Once again, 8TV brings the delight of Spring Festival Gala 2014 in a delayed “live” telecast on Jan 31 at midnight. This spectacular entertainment special from CCTV China, swings into the New Year with a winning combination of cultural performances, dance, comedy sketches and performances by renowned artistes, making it a fabulous celebration you can’t afford to miss.

With concerts such as Red vs White Superstar Showdown 2013, The Voice Of China Live In Macau, The Voice Of China Live In Hong Kong and 2012 Korean Music Wave In Bangkok (premiering on Malaysian TV), and variety shows including Mimic King & Talent Star CNY Special, Guinness Show In China and TVB 45th Anniversary Gala, 17th China Music Awards and The 36th Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Award Presentation Concert, viewers are set for a big bang this Chinese New Year.�