Sonija Kwok Felt Disheartened and Did Not Know What to Do

After winning the 1999 Miss Hong Kong title, Sonija Kwok (郭羨妮) was quickly recruited into the drama department at TVB. It was considered to be a lucky streak. Due to her personality, which was slow to warm to people, Sonija rarely mixed with crew members and heard numerous complaints. She felt disheartened, “I did not know what I wanted at the time. I considered leaving the entertainment industry.

“After winning the Miss Hong Kong title, I started acting in TVB series. My first drama was A Step in the Past "尋秦記", which is still very popular in mainland China today. During filming I was not happy since it was my first time filming an ancient drama. My dialogue was very genteel and unsuitable for me. Fortunately, the veteran cast, such as Jessica Hsuan (宣萱), Kong Wah (江華), and Louis Koo (古天樂) took good care of me. We filmed in Hengdian and Mongolia. Perhaps due to my personality, which is slow to warm to people, I was not well acquainted with the rest of the cast. Many crew members and action choreographers asked whether I remembered that I used to hide in a corner, drawing pictures [during breaks]. It was very funny. Of course I will no longer do that now and will talk a lot more with the cast and crew!”

Learning From Past Experience

“As a new artist, each time the cameras started rolling on set, I was unable to breathe and felt immense pressure. I was afraid of being scolded by others. Some of the past complaints included, ‘What time are we getting off? That depends on Sonija!’ Of course, I was unhappy upon hearing such words. I do not know how to communicate that well with people and keep too many things inside myself. Now, of course I will not care what other people say. If someone were to say that to me now, I will ask him to clarify his statement and resolve the issue on the spot. I only learned how to handle such situations after many years’ of experience.”

Being Scolded by the Audience

In the past, I felt disheartened and considered giving up acting. I attempted to register for some classes. At the time, I did not know what I wanted to do. Was my personality not a good fit for the entertainment industry? It was quite curious, as many things seemed to pull me back into the industry. As a result, I never considered my path to be smooth; it was quite difficult in many aspects.

After A Step in the Past, I filmed Where the Legend Begins (洛神) and Perish in the Name of Love "帝女花". The characters I portrayed in both series were despicable. The audience did not know who I was at that time, but my onscreen personas were deeply embedded in their brains. On the streets and in online forums, many people scolded me. When Where the Legend Begins was re-broadcast earlier, I was afraid to watch it; my face was quite horrendous. I told my manager that I did not wish to portray such despicable characters. Afterward, I did not act in any more evil roles. In recent years, I have acted in light-hearted series such as D.I.E. "古靈精探".

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: Jayne @ JayneStars

Sonija Kwok’s Perspective On Love; Interested in Practical Men

Regarding her perspective in love, Sonija Kwok (郭羨妮) lamented that it was difficult for an artist to find a significant other. In fact, Sonija was only interested in seeking a practical person. Instead of dating haphazardly, she chose to stay single in the past instead. Believing that love was destined, Sonija ultimately met practical and reliable husband, Zhu Shaojie (朱少杰), as Heaven’s gift.

“In the past, I never knew what I was looking for in a partner; thus I waited for the right person to appear. It appears that working in the entertainment industry does not allow dating. When it gets busy, there is no time for dating. It is also very difficult to come across a suitable person. Since I was filming non-stop earlier, I was unable to meet the person I had in mind. In fact, my requirements are very simple; I am looking for a man that resembles my husband. He is a practical and down to earth man, giving a sense of security and not letting me worry.”

Dating Only A Handful of Men

“If you were to ask me whether I possess a suspicious nature during dating, it depends on the other person. The issue is also related to age. At my current age, I believe it is important to possess some confidence in myself, while giving the other person confidence as well. It is a mutual exchange! I am not the type of woman to easily fall in love. You can count the number of times I have officially dated in one hand! Earlier, I considered giving up; settling on remaining single! It is better than to find someone haphazardly. However, love is destined and unexpectedly, the right person surfaced.

“When I worked as a flight attendant, I dated another male flight attendant. He was also a practical person and quite handsome! Since we were colleagues, naturally we started dating. If I did not enter the Miss Hong Kong pageant, perhaps I may have married him! We dated for several years, even during my participation in the pageant.

“Afterward, I felt that we belonged to different worlds and broke up six months later. I asked for the break up since we were both very young and his qualifications were not bad, many women were interested in him. I felt as if I were slowing him down, thus asked to break up. He is currently married and has children. At that time, I was naturally focused on my career since I had just entered the industry. Meanwhile, he was considering when to get married. We both had pressure, so perhaps breaking up was the better option!”

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: Jayne @ JayneStars

Sonija Kwok admits pregnancy for first time: Vomiting with Happiness

Former Miss Hong Kong Sonija Kwok is experiencing double happiness. Recently she confirmed she is over 3 months pregnant, becoming an addition to another happy event in showbiz!

Sonija: "Life is like that, things that I didn't think would happen just happens. In the past, I really never thought I'll be having children that quickly. It was only after marriage, I started thinking about it and naturally I enter that stage in life. Before, my mom often rushed me: 'Daughter, you are not young anymore. If you don't have any children now, you will feel life lacks something spectacular. You'll be 38 next year, if you want to have a baby, then quickly!' The present me, I really have a baby. I have stepped into motherhood, feels quite interesting.

I never thought of how many children I want to have, wait until my baby comes into this world first before I decide! I still don't know how being a mother is like nor do I know if I can handle it! My husband has told me before that I should have a few more babies because he really wants a girl. He said girls will stick to the father more, but then I asked him what if the baby is a boy? He said he will like too. I personally don't mind at all. If I have a girl, I can help her dress up. If have a boy, he can protect me in the future.

Speaks in detail of changes in the body

When I found out that I was pregnant, my husband wasn't in HK. I called him to notify him, he was so happy. He even kept saying the baby must be a girl! I said don't say that, if the baby is a boy then he'll be very disappointed. In the early stages of pregnancy, I often felt unwell and always vomiting. It was such a difficult time having to vomit all the time. If I stay in a loud place, I would start sweating severely! Also, I don't know if this is due to the hormonal changes, but after I became pregnant, I don't have patience at all. Luckily, I have pretty good appetite, especially like to eat sour and salty foods. Although my husband is in China for long periods of time due to work, my mom is here to take good care of me. She's always making me soup. I really feel I am in such a happy life.

Every pregnant woman greatly anticipates that moment when they are getting their ultrasound. It feels so fantastic! I feel my own heartbeat and that there is something inside moving, it feels so interesting! I think when my baby is born, I definitely won't be able to hold in my emotions, I'll be so emotional I'll cry. I temporarily plan to have my baby via C-section because I'm afraid I won't have enough strength to push baby out. Haha! In the past, I saw women giving birth on TV, so painful and so difficult. Mothers are truly the greatest of all.

New stage in life, no desires

My husband will be back in HK to accompany me once he's finish with his current jobs. Then later, we will be going back to China to spend the new year. I already told him to take a few months off before I go into labor to accompany me. After I have my baby, I will continue to work. In fact, when one gets to the stage of life that I'm in, they don't want to fight for anything. Just hope to live life comfortably. There was a period in time that I didn't sleep for 3 days, 3 nights. Nowadays, I'm really experiencing a different phase in life. It is because of my baby that I declined several series, losing 7 figures. Initially there was an upcoming series that I had the opportunity to collaborate with my husband since I had to be a female fighter, but now I can't shoot it. Although I lost 7 figures, I feel its all worth it because this is a happy moment in life. I feel very happy.

Before, people asked if my relationship with my husband would be affected if we are in two different places? I'm not afraid! From the start, we were always away from each other, so when we meet we would be particularly happier. Sometimes I would go to Mainland to visit him and when I get back to HK, I really like the being alone life. He completely trusts me, the most important is trust in a relationship. If I can't get a hold of him through the phone, I won't be afraid, it's like a kite, run and release. Each individual needs their own freedom."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum

Sonija Kwok Admits to Pregnancy

Sonija Kwok (郭羨妮) and mainland action choreographer, Zhu Shaojie (朱少杰), got married in Guam in October 2011. Recently, rumors circulated that Sonija was pregnant. The reporter called Sonija yesterday to confirm the news. In a text message reply, Sonija indicated that she did not wish to reveal too much information at this stage.

It was understood that Sonija did not pass the first trimester of her pregnancy yet, while other rumors claimed that she was already 4 months pregnant! Regarding Sonija’s pregnancy rumors, TVB executive, Virginia Lok (樂易玲) replied, “I will privately congratulate her when she passed her first trimester!”

Filming a promotional clip for series yesterday, Michael Miu (苗僑偉) noted that he noticed Sonija’s belly bulging. “I teased her about her belly protrusion, upon which she declared that she was pregnant!”

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: Jayne @ JayneStars

Sonija Kwok treats herself well, no fear of kisses and hugs by 'wolves'

Yesterday Sonija Kwok was a guest on Elaine Ng's TVB talkshow A Ladies' Talkshow. Sonija, who had once been rumored with Joe Ma, expressed she has read about the Rose Chan incident. When asked if she experienced such sexual harrassment while shooting in Mainland before? She said: "Nope! I am known to go home after work. I don't drink or sing karaoke. I try to decline to those social gatherings whenever possible. However, one time when I was riding on a horse, too many of the staff tried to help me get down, I told them to just let me be!" She frankly said never worked with Benny before nor has she ever studied their [Benny/Joe] characters.

Regarding Benny's wife giving birth to a baby girl, Sonija congratulated them. When asked if she thinks Benny should quit drinking and be a good father? She said: "Stop before going too far, it's not good for the health either! (When is it your turn?) I hope to have a Dragon baby, but I don't have any good news to announce yet."

Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ AsianEU Forum