Post by Trang on Jul 19, 2007 15:47:20 GMT -5
TVB spent $10 million (HKD) to promote "The Drive of Life" earlier. Finally, the Cantonese version was aired in Hong Kong on Monday. The average ratings was 32 points, peaking at 34 points. Approximately 2.2 million viewers tuned in. In the past, only the finale of a series would rake in such ideal ratings.
When the series first started, it pulled in 31 points and continued to climb to 33 points. At 10:29 PM, the scene flashed to Damien Lau Chung Yan meeting with his 2 younger brothers. Ratings peaked at 34 points during this scene, breaking a new record for the debut of a series.
Recently, some netizens have complained about "Devil's Disciple," [citing improper language and forced jokes] demanding TVB to stop broadcasting it. TVB executive, Tsang Sing Ming, said this was impossible.
"Devil's Disciple" achieved average ratings of 30 points. This series was similiar to Stephen Chow Sing Chi's classic series, "The Final Combat" and thus had a targeted audience.
(credits to jaynestars)