Age Of Glory (Malaysian TV series)
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Age of Glory is a Chinese drama series which co-produce by Double Vision and ntv7
. It was telecast on every Monday to Thursday, at 9.45 pm on Malaysia's ntv7
channel.
This period drama was set in the early years of the independence of Malaysia. The cast in this series are renowned artists such as Debbie Goh who was based on TVB in Hong Kong, together with ntv7
's reporters, Danielle Dai and Aenie Wong. Also, guest appearance by Janet Khoo. This is the first time director James Lee leads Chinese drama series and a period drama genre. It was the highest rated drama series in 2008.
in accordance with the original plan, with elements of a unique era in fashion and these include clothes and languages spoken in the community during that period.
, which Debbie Goh was based on.
Ntv7
Natseven TV Sdn Bhd or better known as ntv7 is a terrestrial television channel in Malaysia. It was launched nationwide on 7 April 1998 and was the country's third private free-to-air TV station after TV3 and Astro. Its mission is to promote a happier and more enlightened Malaysia...
. It was telecast on every Monday to Thursday, at 9.45 pm on Malaysia's ntv7
Ntv7
Natseven TV Sdn Bhd or better known as ntv7 is a terrestrial television channel in Malaysia. It was launched nationwide on 7 April 1998 and was the country's third private free-to-air TV station after TV3 and Astro. Its mission is to promote a happier and more enlightened Malaysia...
channel.
This period drama was set in the early years of the independence of Malaysia. The cast in this series are renowned artists such as Debbie Goh who was based on TVB in Hong Kong, together with ntv7
Ntv7
Natseven TV Sdn Bhd or better known as ntv7 is a terrestrial television channel in Malaysia. It was launched nationwide on 7 April 1998 and was the country's third private free-to-air TV station after TV3 and Astro. Its mission is to promote a happier and more enlightened Malaysia...
's reporters, Danielle Dai and Aenie Wong. Also, guest appearance by Janet Khoo. This is the first time director James Lee leads Chinese drama series and a period drama genre. It was the highest rated drama series in 2008.
Synopsis
Age of Glory tells the life and love of three women in the 1960s: a dancer, a singer and a homemaker, based park break BB Park (now Sungei Wang Plaza).Main cast
- Debbie Goh portrays Lin Yu Lan (Rose), Born in a small town in Selangor, Lin Yu Lan has always longed for freedom from her feudalistic father. She runs away to Kuala Lumpur with her lover and her life worsens when her lover gambles his way into major debts. Yu Lan then becomes a dance hostess, still believing that she will find her true love one day.
- Aenie Wong portrays Chen Mei, is Rose’s servant. She despises Rose’s occupation as a dance hostess at first but then becomes good friends with her after getting to know her better. She vows to be chaste for life but meets Wang Cai with whom she falls hopelessly in love. However, Wang Cai later leaves her. Chen Mei gives birth to his child and brings up the child on her own.
- Danielle Dai portrays Huang Shu Juan, Shu Juan arrives in Kuala Lumpur from a fishing village to participate in a singing contest. Shu Juan meets Rose and Chen Mei and they become good friends. With Rose’s help, Shu Juan becomes a singer at the night club and quickly becomes the talk of the town. However she rejects a record deal to pursue the love of her life.
Other casts
| Cast | Role | Description |
| Lee Meng Chong | He Fu Gui (何富贵) |
|
| Steve Yap | Zhang Guan Sheng (张冠生) |
|
| Leslie Chai | He Bao Sheng (何宝胜) |
|
| Melvin Sia | Xie Wang Cai (谢旺才) |
Chen Mei's ex-boyfriend |
Production
The production of this series cost over RM3 million for the 42 episodes. Much emphasis is given on the aspects of '60s nostalgia completion, including building a replica of BB Park in Port DicksonPort Dickson
Port Dickson or PD to locals is a beach and holiday destination situated about 32 km from Seremban and 90 km from Kuala Lumpur. It is located in the state of Negeri Sembilan in Peninsular Malaysia...
in accordance with the original plan, with elements of a unique era in fashion and these include clothes and languages spoken in the community during that period.
Viewership ratings
In the series premiere of Age of Glory, it rated about 800 thousand viewers, hence, creating a new record in Malaysian local Chinese drama series with high ratings. In addition to its high viewership ratings in Malaysia among Chinese viewers, this drama also attracted the attentions of other Chinese broadcasters, including TVB in Hong KongHong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
, which Debbie Goh was based on.
Awards and nominations
Golden AwardsGolden Awards
The Golden Awards are presented by ntv7 to recognise excellence in the production and performance of Malaysian Chinese television. The first awards show will take place on September 25, 2010 at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre in Putrajaya. The telecast will be hosted by Malaysian...
- Nominated: Best Drama
- Nominated: Most Popular Drama
- Nominated: Best Actress (Debbie Goh)
- Won: Most Popular Actress (Debbie Goh)
- Nominated: Best Drama Theme Song