https://www.scmp.com/rss/510782/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Megastar Jay Chou has reached superstardom since the release of his debut album two decades ago. Not only is the singer-songwriter, actor and director multitalented and tremendously successful in his career, he’s also an avid art collector. Back in 2021, Sotheby’s invited him to curate a contemporary art auction, while on May 28, Christie’s Hong Kong also announced that it will debut a collaboration with Chou for its Post-Millennium Evening Sale this autumn. The thematic auction will feature a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3222732/inside-king-mandopop-jay-chous-ultra-rare-car-collection-powerful-hypercars-pagani-huayra-mclaren?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3222732/inside-king-mandopop-jay-chous-ultra-rare-car-collection-powerful-hypercars-pagani-huayra-mclaren?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 03 Jun 2023 01:00:14 +0000 Hong Kong’s entertainment industry is in mourning the loss of renowned image consultant Nelson Cheung Hok-yun, who tragically passed away on May 18 at the age of 59, according to Mingpao. His body was reportedly found at his home in Shenzhen and he had taken his own life, per the same source. His close friend, 1991’s Miss Asia pageant winner Candy Lo, clarified in an interview on May 20 that Cheung was suffering from depression. However, she added that he did not die because of financial... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3221514/who-was-nelson-cheung-hong-kongs-beloved-celebrity-stylist-nel-nel-was-talented-image-consultant-who?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3221514/who-was-nelson-cheung-hong-kongs-beloved-celebrity-stylist-nel-nel-was-talented-image-consultant-who?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 May 2023 06:52:58 +0000 Louis Cheung Kai-chung, a long-time fixture in Hong Kong cinema, has been very busy lately. The multi-hyphenate actor, singer-songwriter and composer has starred in a string of films recently, including The Narrow Road (2022), Table For Six (2022) and Madalena (2021). The latter two had their world premiere at the Udine Far East Film Festival in April. Besides his passion for film and music, Cheung is also an avid motorcycle collector with an impressive list of rides bought with his showbiz... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3221412/inside-louis-cheungs-love-motorbikes-and-biker-culture-hong-kong-film-og-wrote-songs-cantopop-stars?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3221412/inside-louis-cheungs-love-motorbikes-and-biker-culture-hong-kong-film-og-wrote-songs-cantopop-stars?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 23 May 2023 02:00:20 +0000 There was plenty of buzz among Hong Kong showbiz followers when Jer Lau and Jeremy Lee from popular 12-piece boy band Mirror were invited to perform on The First Take, the unique Japanese YouTube channel in which – as its title might suggest – singers perform songs in just one take. Since the video premiered on YouTube on May 5, it has gained over one million views at the time of writing. The overall feedback on the pair’s performance has been extremely positive so far, with fans taking to the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3220601/what-first-take-starring-mirrors-jer-lau-and-jeremy-lee-hong-kong-cantopop-stars-flaunted-their?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3220601/what-first-take-starring-mirrors-jer-lau-and-jeremy-lee-hong-kong-cantopop-stars-flaunted-their?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 16 May 2023 03:00:10 +0000 During Paris Fashion Week that happened earlier this month, the Japanese-American pop singer and songwriter Hikaru Utada was seen sitting in the front row at the Sacai fashion show among the rest of the glitterati. Her appearance is a nice surprise to many. Although her musical fame peaked in the noughties, Utada continues to enjoy huge success with her career, despite taking several hiatuses between albums to focus on her personal life. She has also ventured into releasing English-only records,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3214565/how-hikaru-utada-went-j-pop-princess-luxury-queen-her-paris-fashion-week-appearance-and-hit-netflix?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3214565/how-hikaru-utada-went-j-pop-princess-luxury-queen-her-paris-fashion-week-appearance-and-hit-netflix?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:36:13 +0000 At the time of writing, we are still waiting to see which nation will win the 2022 World Cup, but this year’s tournament has already given us quite a few upsets during the group stage. Japan unexpectedly beat both Germany and Spain, two of the strongest national teams in recent football history. South Korea beating Portugal 2:1 in Group H was equally sensational to football fans. While Japan and South Korea’s runs in the World Cup have ended, after losing to Croatia and Brazil respectively in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3203264/5-asias-best-players-qatar-2022-world-cup-koreas-premier-league-star-and-burberry-ambassador-son?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/3203264/5-asias-best-players-qatar-2022-world-cup-koreas-premier-league-star-and-burberry-ambassador-son?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:03:42 +0000 With the Hungry Ghost Festival approaching on August 12, we’re feeling spooky here at STYLE HQ. According to Chinese culture, the gates of the underworld will open, allowing all manner of ghosts and spirits coming out into the world, and there are of course certain dos and don’ts for keeping out of trouble – all common tropes of Hong Kong’s distinctive realm of horror movies. So to mark the coming date, we’re rounded up some of the most iconic characters from our city’s spookiest films. 1.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3187846/hong-kongs-7-most-iconic-horror-movie-characters-hungry?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3187846/hong-kongs-7-most-iconic-horror-movie-characters-hungry?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Aug 2022 02:00:20 +0000 Takuya Kimura easily ranks among the most-recognised entertainers to emerge from Japan. Since his early days as a member of boy band SMAP and his recurring roles in smash drama series, to establishing himself as a swoon-worthy style icon and go-to brand face, his name has been with us for over 30 years. He might now be a married father of two, amazingly turning 50 later this year, but his popularity refuses to fade. So what exactly is his brand of star magic? View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3187709/how-takuya-kimura-became-one-east-asias-best-loved-stars?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3187709/how-takuya-kimura-became-one-east-asias-best-loved-stars?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Aug 2022 22:00:21 +0000 Henry Lau Henry Lau You probably know Pansy Ho Chiu-king as one of the many children of late businessman Stanley Ho, aka Macau’s “King of Gambling”, whose brood is estimated to number 16 offspring. Pansy is a daughter from his second marriage, to wife Lucina Laam King-ying, and is known as one of the richest and most successful businesswomen in Hong Kong. Bruce Lee to Stanley Ho – where are Hong Kong’s dead celebrities buried? Chairing Shun Tak Holdings and being a major shareholder in various companies, including... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3186776/hong-kong-billionaire-pansy-ho-60-friendships-canto-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3186776/hong-kong-billionaire-pansy-ho-60-friendships-canto-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Jul 2022 02:00:31 +0000 Henry Lau Henry Lau Turning 60 is clearly a significant milestone in life. In Chinese culture it marks a complete life cycle of traditional astrology – a journey of all five elements around the 12 zodiac animal signs – while it’s also a common age for retirement in many countries. Yet with modern healthcare, eating well and staying fit, and perhaps the latest aesthetic treatments, it’s not difficult to maintain a youthful look and be full of energy while still pursuing a fruitful career well into your seventh... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3183592/5-hong-kong-celebrities-who-look-amazing-age-60-tony?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3183592/5-hong-kong-celebrities-who-look-amazing-age-60-tony?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jun 2022 03:50:51 +0000 Whenever there is a discussion around the topic of Hong Kong female stars who never seem to age, the name May Ng Yuen-fong is always on the list. The former beauty pageant contestant was crowned the first runner-up, Miss Photogenic and Miss Talent in 1986 Miss Hong Kong, which kick-started her acting and singing career. Looking at her recent photos, it is difficult to believe she is in her 50s and a mother of three adult children. With her gorgeous and youthful appearance, you might assume she... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181938/where-hong-kong-80s-beauty-queen-may-ng-yuen-fong-today?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3181938/where-hong-kong-80s-beauty-queen-may-ng-yuen-fong-today?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Jun 2022 02:00:14 +0000 It surprised many when former TVB actress Grace Wong Kwan-hing announced she was parting ways with the broadcaster at the end of 2021, considering her ongoing popularity on screen. But it quickly became clear that Wong was just the latest Hong Kong artist shifting their career focus to the mainland, where she is better known as Wang Junxin. Wong recently took part in Chinese street dance show Great Dance Crew, which begun in mid-April. While on the show, she said that growing older may mean... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3179661/rise-hong-kong-icon-grace-wong-mainland-china-former-tvb?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3179661/rise-hong-kong-icon-grace-wong-mainland-china-former-tvb?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 May 2022 04:19:06 +0000 Last month’s death of Hong Kong actor Kenneth Tsang, whose career spanned five decades, saddened fans across the world. Tsang and other iconic Hong Kong stars have charmed audiences with their talent and charm, across boundaries, languages and eras. While the superstars of the classic black and white Cantonese film era may now be in their 80s and 90s, some of them are still active in their profession. Let’s see what they are up to these days. Patrick Tse – not in the shade To the younger... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3178918/where-are-hong-kongs-golden-age-black-white-film-stars?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3178918/where-are-hong-kongs-golden-age-black-white-film-stars?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 May 2022 06:22:02 +0000 Most would agree that being a mother is a full-time job in itself, but there are many women who are able to efficiently juggle both their career and family life. As Mother’s Day is fast approaching on May 8, we take a look at how six of Hong Kong’s most famous faces do it. 1. Gigi Lai Gigi Lai took over her brother’s medical aesthetic centre when he was seriously injured in a car crash in 2007. In 2009, she announced her retirement from acting so she could focus on family life with businessman... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3176596/how-6-hong-kong-celebrity-mums-balance-family-life-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3176596/how-6-hong-kong-celebrity-mums-balance-family-life-and?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 May 2022 06:39:12 +0000 The latest wave of Covid-19 infections in Shanghai has led to a huge impact on the metropolis. Under the zero-Covid policy, a strict lockdown was imposed while authorities handle the situation, meaning 25 million Shanghai residents have been ordered to stay home. As many Hong Kong entertainers are moving their careers to mainland China, some of them have already relocated there for convenience’s sake. Many residents have taken their experiences to social media over the past few weeks and some of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3174879/how-6-hong-kong-celebrities-survived-shanghai-lockdown?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3174879/how-6-hong-kong-celebrities-survived-shanghai-lockdown?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Apr 2022 08:14:32 +0000 April 1 holds a tragic memory in Hong Kong showbiz, as it’s the day that the talented and well-loved Canto-pop singer and actor Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing passed away. The news of his death in 2003 shocked fans and peers worldwide, but his momentous career lives on and his work and legacy continues to be celebrated today. Years have passed since the loss of a great talent, but Cheung’s romantic partner Daffy Tong Hok-tak still pays tribute to the love of his life regularly on social media. This... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3172416/leslie-cheung-and-daffy-tongs-epic-love-story-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3172416/leslie-cheung-and-daffy-tongs-epic-love-story-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Mar 2022 02:00:13 +0000 Over the years we’ve seen famous couples who have been solid since day one, and others who have had to go through a few rough patches – even separations – before finding their way back to each other again. As Valentine’s Day approaches, we take a look back at the Hong Kong celebrity couples whose love has survived against the odds. 1. Nicholas Tse and Faye Wong The news that Nicholas Tse and Faye Wong were dating first broke in 2000 when they held hands in front of reporters while leaving Tony... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3166713/5-hong-kong-celebrity-couples-who-broke-and-reunited-faye?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3166713/5-hong-kong-celebrity-couples-who-broke-and-reunited-faye?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 13 Feb 2022 02:00:22 +0000 With going to the cinema seeming impossible in Hong Kong in the near future, film fans can still treat themselves thanks to online streaming platforms. While Netflix is more well known for its original content – ranging from drama series to dating shows – the streaming platform’s offering of Chinese films is actually richer than expected, even featuring internationally acclaimed, award-winning contemporary releases. Arriving on Netflix in February are three movies that each have their unique... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3166496/8-must-watch-chinese-films-netflix-fan-bingbings-i-am-not?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3166496/8-must-watch-chinese-films-netflix-fan-bingbings-i-am-not?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Feb 2022 06:13:11 +0000 We all understand the charm of Mirror – the hottest boy band in Hong Kong right now – but the city’s music scene is also booming with many other talented singers, rappers and musicians. From Serrini’s unique lyrical style to Terence Lam’s melodic compositions, stars who were born in the 90s have entered the spotlight with a splash. These singers are a breath of fresh air in Hong Kong’s showbiz scene and are poised to make a major impact. Let’s take a look at the new generation of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162484/move-over-mirror-5-hong-kongs-rising-music-stars-serrinis?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3162484/move-over-mirror-5-hong-kongs-rising-music-stars-serrinis?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Jan 2022 04:29:43 +0000 Earlier this month, Anson Lo Hon-ting – member of Hong Kong’s hottest boy group right now, Mirror – won the best new Asian artist (Mandarin) award at the 2021 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) presented by South Korean entertainment company CJ E&M on December 11. Fans were thrilled to see the 26-year-old Canto-pop idol take home the coveted award. While most of the award categories at MAMA are reserved for K-pop, a few are dedicated to other Asian singers or – even international artists – each... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3160384/5-hong-kong-celebrities-who-won-mama-mirrors-anson-lo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3160384/5-hong-kong-celebrities-who-won-mama-mirrors-anson-lo?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Dec 2021 04:59:28 +0000 Hong Kong has produced a surprising number of Asia’s biggest film stars, considering that the city has a population of less than eight million. Many of these beloved and award-winning A-listers started their careers in television – mostly with Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) – and entered showbiz after taking the channel’s artist training course. It is no exaggeration to describe this acting boot camp as a “star factory”, at least during the 1970s and 1980s – although most of its graduates... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3159526/hong-kongs-star-factory-without-tvbs-artist-training?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3159526/hong-kongs-star-factory-without-tvbs-artist-training?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Dec 2021 04:00:27 +0000 The current screening of biopic Anita just reminds us how much we miss Anita Mui Yim-fong, the late legendary diva of Canto-pop. The film not only captures her rise to fame, but also tries to portray different sides of Mui through people who were close to her. Besides actor Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, famously a good friend for many years, there were others who were also important over the course of her eventful life, tragically cut short at age 40. Let’s take a look at those close relationships... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3157858/who-were-anita-muis-best-celebrity-friends-besides-leslie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3157858/who-were-anita-muis-best-celebrity-friends-besides-leslie?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Nov 2021 07:09:16 +0000 Turning a famous person’s life story into a biopic for the big screen is not easy. Since a biopic is not necessarily an accurate account of the subject as compared to a documentary, there has to be the right balance of facts and fiction to make the film equally realistic and entertaining. Meet the 6 Hong Kong icons on China’s reality TV show, Call Me By Fire If you enjoyed the recent popular and touching movie Anita about the life of late Canto-pop legend Anita Mui Yim-fong, the below biopics... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3156646/5-biopics-about-hong-kong-icons-watch-after-anita-martial?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3156646/5-biopics-about-hong-kong-icons-watch-after-anita-martial?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Nov 2021 06:42:34 +0000 The recent release of musical biopic Anita has sent Hongkongers on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, revisiting the life and career of late Canto-pop diva Anita Mui Yim-fong and the Hong Kong film industry’s golden era in the 1980s and 1990s. ‘Four Heavenly Kings’ of Hong Kong – net worths, ranked Featured in the film with an important role is another legendary star – Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, played by Terrance Lau Chun-him. Both Mui and Cheung rose to stardom during a similar time. They... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3156081/inside-anita-mui-and-leslie-cheungs-legendary-friendship?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3156081/inside-anita-mui-and-leslie-cheungs-legendary-friendship?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Nov 2021 07:16:55 +0000 There’s no denying that Hong Kong’s music scene has been a lot more exciting recently thanks to the rise of K-pop-esque boy band Mirror. However, for Hong Kong’s older entertainers, these days more opportunities seem to abound on the Mainland, not to mention higher pay. Who are Stephen Chow’s most famous ‘Sing Girls’, and where are they now? A case in point is this year’s hot Chinese reality show Call Me By Fire, which invited 33 male celebrities to take part. All of them have been in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154395/meet-6-hong-kong-icons-chinas-reality-tv-show-call-me?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3154395/meet-6-hong-kong-icons-chinas-reality-tv-show-call-me?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Nov 2021 02:53:43 +0000 The popularity of South Korean drama Squid Game is unrivalled. The survival series, which debuted in mid-September this year, has become the No 1 show on Netflix in more than 90 countries. Social media and news sites have inspected the plot, characters and games so extensively that those who have not even seen a single episode of the show are probably familiar with some of the details. The show’s 20-track soundtrack has also garnered plenty of attention. Snippets of the soundtrack are trending... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3152992/5-best-squid-game-soundtrack-covers-and-remixes-eka?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3152992/5-best-squid-game-soundtrack-covers-and-remixes-eka?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Oct 2021 21:00:20 +0000 Time really does fly – Hong Kong film Fight Back to School is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Directed by Gordon Chan, the action comedy showcases Stephen Chow Sing-chi’s personal charm through endlessly amusing nonsensical lines and exaggerated reactions. Which celebrities renounced their Chinese citizenships? The plot of the movie is pretty straightforward. Star Chow (played by Stephen Chow) is a failed team leader in the Hong Kong Police Force’s elite Special Duties Unit. Thanks... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3151624/5-things-know-about-fight-back-school-action-comedy-film?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3151624/5-things-know-about-fight-back-school-action-comedy-film?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 11 Oct 2021 02:00:13 +0000 It’s a tumultuous time for Chinese celebrities. On the one hand, there’s Huang Zitao, ex-member of K-pop boy band Exo, who had to ditch his make-up and gender-bending style, highlighting instead his new beefed up physique in recent social media posts. It’s a move likely due to the widely reported banning of “sissy idols” from the National Radio and Television Administration of China. Then on the other hand, there also seems to be a sudden rise in actors who excel in martial arts – or at least... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3151617/5-top-chinese-martial-arts-actors-know-zhang-jin-wong-kar?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3151617/5-top-chinese-martial-arts-actors-know-zhang-jin-wong-kar?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:46:22 +0000 Tony Leung (Xu Wenwu) and Simu Liu (Shang-Chi) might be the talk of the town since the release of Shang-Chi, but Fala Chen, who plays the titular character’s mother Ying Li, has an impressive story of her own. Born in Mainland China and raised in the US, Fala Chen is a Chinese-American actress who speaks fluent Mandarin, English, Cantonese and Japanese. 5 Chinese celebrities with foreign citizenships … but which 2 gave them up? Before she got into the film industry, she was a student of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3149766/fala-chens-career-shang-chi-hong-kong-tv-shows-and-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3149766/fala-chens-career-shang-chi-hong-kong-tv-shows-and-beauty?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:27:53 +0000 Marvel superhero flick Shang-Chi has been the talk of the town since it was released earlier this month. Particularly buzzworthy is legendary actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai being the first Hong Kong actor to star in a Marvel film. He plays Wenwu – titular character Shang-Chi’s father who has a criminal past – and his performance has garnered plenty of attention. From fast car hound to family man? What Nicholas Tse splurges on, then and now Hongkongers might recall that the celebrated actor started... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3148988/hong-kong-icon-tony-leungs-forgotten-tv-career-marvels?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3148988/hong-kong-icon-tony-leungs-forgotten-tv-career-marvels?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Sep 2021 02:00:26 +0000