https://www.scmp.com/rss/512975/feed From Jerry Seinfeld to Stephen Chow, Ali Wong to Rick & Morty, SCMP reveals the latest news about the people, shows and films who make us laugh. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Anne Hathaway is in her Devil Wears Prada fashion era. The actress has been rocking designer outfits – from a black-fringe Schiaparelli look in Mexico City to a cherry-red strapless Louis Vuitton gown in New York – all while promoting the film’s buzzy sequel alongside co-stars Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. Hathaway’s method dressing would, of course, have been incomplete without pulling from the archives of The Devil Wears Prada (2006). While heading to an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3352848/meet-anne-hathaways-devil-wears-prada-2-tour-stylist-erin-walsh-who-has-book-out?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3352848/meet-anne-hathaways-devil-wears-prada-2-tour-stylist-erin-walsh-who-has-book-out?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 08 May 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Matt Friend is making waves. The 27-year-old stand-up comedian, who is known for his impersonations of politicians and celebrities, just wrapped up America Laughs With Matt Friend. The CNN comedy special aired on April 24 and was timed to coincide with the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner in Washington DC – which, of course, made headlines when gunshots were fired near the main security screening area. There were no casualties among the dinner guests, and a suspect has... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3351856/meet-matt-friend-whose-comedy-has-impressed-celebrities-politicians-and-king-charles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3351856/meet-matt-friend-whose-comedy-has-impressed-celebrities-politicians-and-king-charles?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:00:12 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar It has been less than a week since the second season of HBO Max’s hit medical drama The Pitt concluded, and fans are already looking forward to the show’s return. Noah Wyle, who executive produces the Emmy-winning show and stars in it as Dr Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, revealed in an interview with People that the upcoming instalment may see medical staff at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center’s emergency room clocking in in late autumn. As Wyle explained, it’s important to “give a little bit of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350864/meet-ken-kirby-who-plays-dr-john-shen-hbo-max-medical-drama-pitt?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350864/meet-ken-kirby-who-plays-dr-john-shen-hbo-max-medical-drama-pitt?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:13 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa HBO’s hit comedy series Hacks premiered its fifth and final season on April 9. Starring actress Jean Smart as Deborah Vance, a legendary comedian, and Hannah Einbinder as Ava Daniels, a young up-and-coming writer and Vance’s assistant, the show revolves around the complicated relationship between the two women. Last season, Hacks introduced a new character, Randi, played by comedian Robby Hoffman, as an assistant for Megan Stalter and Paul W. Down’s characters. Hoffman quickly became the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350670/meet-queer-comedian-robby-hoffman-who-plays-randi-hacks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350670/meet-queer-comedian-robby-hoffman-who-plays-randi-hacks?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:12 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Hollywood’s comedy legends are passing the mantle to the next generation. Eddie Murphy, Adam Sandler and Chris Rock’s daughters, Bella Murphy, Sadie Sandler and Zahra Rock, are co-starring in Netflix’s latest comedy film, Roommates. The film premiered at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood in Los Angeles on April 13, where the proud dads were on hand to support their girls. Roommates follows college students Devon and Celeste, played by Sadie and Chloe East respectively, who become unlikely BFFs in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350464/meet-eddie-murphys-daughter-bella-murphy-whos-netflixs-roommates?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3350464/meet-eddie-murphys-daughter-bella-murphy-whos-netflixs-roommates?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:13 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service For Taiwanese-American comedian Sheng Wang, purple is more than a colour; it is a way of being. From his style to the way he floats through the world writing jokes based on the small, fleeting moments of life, the 46-year-old maintains a sense of tranquillity and creates impact with his art by not trying so hard. It is no shock that his second Netflix special, Purple, is the most revealing of who he is at a time when people are finally paying attention. Coming off the success of his 2022 Netflix... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3350103/asian-american-comedian-sheng-wang-netflixs-purple-ali-wong-and-his-love-cooking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3350103/asian-american-comedian-sheng-wang-netflixs-purple-ali-wong-and-his-love-cooking?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:15:07 +0000 Richard James Havis Richard James Havis Kung fu and action comedies dominated Hong Kong’s comedy genre in the late 1970s and 80s, but the city’s film industry was also still making mainstream comedies at the time – and audiences loved them. We take a deep dive into three crowd favourites. Itchy Fingers (1979) Hugely popular upon its release, this odd-couple comedy might feel a bit tame for modern viewers. But director Leong Po-chih, a notable member of the Hong Kong New Wave, was a consummate craftsman. He delivers a well-paced romp... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3349459/3-hong-kong-comedy-classics-1970s-and-80s-became-local-favourites?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3349459/3-hong-kong-comedy-classics-1970s-and-80s-became-local-favourites?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:15:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat, which aired its final episodes on Amazon Prime Video on April 3, features Anthony Norman as its unwitting star. In the eight-episode series, Norman is led to believe he has been hired as an office temp at a hot sauce company called Rockin’ Grandmas, where he finds he must lead his co-workers during a company retreat. The truth? The company is a fictional one, its employees are all actors, and it is all a hoax. View this post on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3349388/meet-anthony-norman-unsuspecting-star-amazons-jury-duty-presents-company-retreat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3349388/meet-anthony-norman-unsuspecting-star-amazons-jury-duty-presents-company-retreat?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:00:11 +0000 Ashlyn Chak Ashlyn Chak Hong Kong’s stand-up comedy scene has been gradually expanding and diversifying since TakeOut Comedy Club – the first full-time venue of its kind in Asia and still the only dedicated comedy club in the city – opened in SoHo in 2007. Comedians-turned-producers today work together but independently, nurturing the next generation of talents and keeping the business of being funny afloat. This collective effort, however, is not without its challenges. “People don’t really have a lot of respect for... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3346167/why-hong-kongs-stand-comedians-want-their-art-be-taken-seriously?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3346167/why-hong-kongs-stand-comedians-want-their-art-be-taken-seriously?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:15:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa American comedian Larry David’s oldest daughter, Cazzie David, just published a collection of essays titled Delusions: Of Grandeur, of Romance, of Progress. In an interview with Vogue, she described her latest publication as a “prolonged existential crisis in essays”. The essays, David told Vogue, were inspired by the development of a “paralysing fear” of being in charge of her own fate. The 31-year-old scriptwriter and actress previously published a bestselling collection of personal essays in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3345927/meet-larry-davids-daughter-cazzie-david-who-just-published-new-book?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3345927/meet-larry-davids-daughter-cazzie-david-who-just-published-new-book?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:12 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar The 51st César Awards were held on February 26 in Paris, celebrating the best of French cinema from the past year. The honorary César was awarded to Jim Carrey, who delivered an emotional speech in French. Carrey’s presence also sparked controversy when conspiracy theorists online claimed that The Mask actor had been replaced by a clone or that an impersonator had attended the prestigious ceremony in his stead – all because of his seemingly altered appearance. The rumours gathered steam when... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3345262/meet-jim-carreys-partner-min-ah-who-he-gave-shout-out-51st-cesar-awards?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3345262/meet-jim-carreys-partner-min-ah-who-he-gave-shout-out-51st-cesar-awards?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:00:48 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Before hitting the stage, the comedians of the TV series Jokes with JoySauce have an on-camera ritual of exchanging immigrant stories about growing up with their families. There is no audience during these moments, just comics being vulnerable with one another. The tales give insight into the lives they live offstage and their perspectives as Asian-Americans that inspire so much of their material. It lets the audience know more about these up-and-coming comedians without the generic stage... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343390/asian-american-comedians-get-platform-joysauce-have-their-voices-heard?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3343390/asian-american-comedians-get-platform-joysauce-have-their-voices-heard?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:15:08 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel and Brett Goldstein’s Apple TV series Shrinking is back with its third season, and fans couldn’t be more excited. The Emmy-nominated comedy-drama starring Segel alongside Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams and more, follows grieving therapist Jimmy Laird (Segel), who becomes deeply involved in his patients’ lives, throwing professional ethics to the wind. Ford plays Paul Rhoades, a senior therapist living with Parkinson’s disease, and Williams is Gaby, Laird’s colleague... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3341481/meet-jessica-williams-breakout-star-apple-tvs-comedy-drama-shrinking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3341481/meet-jessica-williams-breakout-star-apple-tvs-comedy-drama-shrinking?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:14 +0000 Richard James Havis Richard James Havis Chinese superstar Gong Li rose to fame as the muse of China’s Fifth Generation directors, starring in art-house classics such as Ju Dou, Raise the Red Lantern and Farewell My Concubine. But during the 1990s, she found time to make a batch of lesser-known commercial films in Hong Kong. Below, we revisit a few of her most noteworthy outings in the city. 1. Flirting Scholar (1993) Gong had appeared with superstar comedian Stephen Chow Sing-chi once before, in a dual role in 1991’s God of Gamblers... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3339254/3-times-gong-li-surprised-hong-kong-films-including-flirting-scholar-stephen-chow?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3339254/3-times-gong-li-surprised-hong-kong-films-including-flirting-scholar-stephen-chow?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 11 Jan 2026 09:15:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Hacks stars Megan Statler and Paul W. Downs stole the show at the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards when they arrived on the red carpet in bright orange ensembles that looked strikingly familiar. The co-stars stepped out in a perfect cosplay of Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner’s viral orange Chrome Hearts looks that they wore to the Marty Supreme premiere in New York last month. The pair worked with stylist Kat Typaldos to recreate the look, and unlike Timmy and Kylie, Statler and Downs were not... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3339063/meet-paul-w-downs-who-cosplayed-timothee-chalamet-while-matching-his-hacks-co-star?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3339063/meet-paul-w-downs-who-cosplayed-timothee-chalamet-while-matching-his-hacks-co-star?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:37 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar TikTok-famous comedian and musician Morgan Jay is booked and busy for 2026. He’s taking his Goofy Guy Tour far and wide, from the US to Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In Asia, shows in Taipei, Hong Kong, Manila, Singapore and Kuala Lumpur have already sold out. So the Los Angeles-based online sensation has added late shows in Hong Kong, Manila and Kuala Lumpur, though the latter two are also fully booked. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Morgan... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3337624/meet-comedian-morgan-jay-who-went-viral-his-auto-tuned-musical-acts?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3337624/meet-comedian-morgan-jay-who-went-viral-his-auto-tuned-musical-acts?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Dec 2025 22:00:18 +0000 Agence France-Presse Agence France-Presse Just before Christmas, US President Donald Trump has unleashed a fresh blast of vitriol at late-night comedy talk shows, saying comedian Stephen Colbert is a “pathetic train wreck” who should be “put to sleep”. Colbert’s The Late Show is scheduled to end in May 2026, a decision his fans say smacks of censorship. In a late-night social media post, Trump said that Colbert “has actually gotten worse” since being “terminated by CBS, but left out to dry”. “Stephen is running on hatred and fumes – A... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3337669/trump-says-comedian-colbert-should-be-put-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3337669/trump-says-comedian-colbert-should-be-put-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Dec 2025 18:16:24 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Sarah Sherman has a penchant for physical comedy. For Saturday Night Live’s latest Weekend Update, the comedienne dressed up as a drunk raccoon, a pointed reference to the recent news about a furry critter that tore through a Virginia liquor shop and passed out – inebriated – in the bathroom. The star gave viewers some good entertainment, from taking a dig at Donald Trump by hitting host Colin Jost with a “quiet, piggy” comment – the US president infamously said this to a female Bloomberg News... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3336156/meet-sarah-sherman-who-has-new-hbo-max-comedy-special-and-just-played-drunk-raccoon-snl?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3336156/meet-sarah-sherman-who-has-new-hbo-max-comedy-special-and-just-played-drunk-raccoon-snl?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:00:14 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa It is hard to put actor Jordan Firstman into a neat category. Currently starring as Charlie in HBO’s latest comedy show I Love LA created by Rachel Sennott, Firstman was previously best known for FX’s English Teacher. He is also a writer, director, singer, producer and comedian – but his fame stems from an entirely different avenue. Here’s everything you need to know about Jordan Firstman, from his gradual success in the industry to his debut album that dropped this year. He was a creative from... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3331316/who-jordan-firstman-aka-charlie-rachel-sennotts-i-love-la-his-pandemic-fame-his-debut-album-secrets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3331316/who-jordan-firstman-aka-charlie-rachel-sennotts-i-love-la-his-pandemic-fame-his-debut-album-secrets?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:27 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Following the news of Taylor Swift’s engagement to NFL star Travis Kelce, her ex, singer-songwriter John Mayer, who just turned 48, is making headlines with a new romance. According to celebrity gossip blog Deux Moi, the “New Light” crooner was seen with influencer and comedian Kat Stickler, 30, in New York last week at an exclusive members-only club. The pair reportedly followed it up with another outing over the weekend, this time at Flyfish Club. Soon afterwards, a source told Us Weekly that... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3329331/meet-singer-john-mayers-rumoured-new-romance-comedian-kat-stickler?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3329331/meet-singer-john-mayers-rumoured-new-romance-comedian-kat-stickler?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:15 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Step aside, Alex Cooper. There’s a hot new celebrity podcaster in town, and he’s taking over the internet. Therapuss with Jake Shane, hosted by the eponymous 25-year-old influencer, is going viral for its star-studded guest list, candid conversations and unexpected hilarity, which often results in meme-worthy moments. A-listers like Glen Powell, Julia Fox, Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco, Katy Perry, Lorde and Blackpink’s Rosé have appeared on the show, and a recent episode featuring Kaia Gerber has... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3328773/meet-podcaster-jake-shane-whos-friends-kaia-gerber-sofia-richie-and-glen-powell?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3328773/meet-podcaster-jake-shane-whos-friends-kaia-gerber-sofia-richie-and-glen-powell?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:15 +0000 Richard James Havis Richard James Havis Stephen Chow Sing-chi became a Hong Kong superstar in 1990, inheriting the comic crown that was worn by Michael Hui Koon-man in the 1970s and kung fu comedians like Sammo Hung Kam-bo in the 1980s. But by the middle of the decade, overexposure had caused his star to wane. A more thoughtful filmmaker than his scatterbrained films often suggested, Chow realised he needed to make a change, focusing on increasing the quality and decreasing the quantity of his films. Consequently, the 1996 film The... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3328469/how-stephen-chows-god-cookery-proved-hong-kong-comedy-star-could-do-much-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3328469/how-stephen-chows-god-cookery-proved-hong-kong-comedy-star-could-do-much-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 12 Oct 2025 08:15:07 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung See this Engaging Past Wisdom: Min Chiu Society at Sixty-Five From now until January 14, make a stop at the Hong Kong Museum of Art to acquaint yourself with the Min Chiu Society, one of the most prestigious collectors’ groups in Hong Kong. To celebrate its 65th anniversary this year, the society has lent the exhibition more than 400 cultural relics selected from the collections of over 40 members. Covering Chinese painting and calligraphy, ceramics, bronzes, lacquerware, jades, bamboo... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3325320/what-do-hong-kong-september-14-20?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3325320/what-do-hong-kong-september-14-20?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Sep 2025 22:15:08 +0000 CNA CNA A correction order under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) has been issued to US comedian Sammy Obeid after a row over his cancelled Singapore show. “Mr Obeid’s account of protracted back-and-forth interactions with the government is inaccurate,” the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) said on Monday. “In his posts, he claims that the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) requested edits, told him to ‘completely remove’ portions of his... https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3323937/singapore-issues-pofma-correction-order-us-comedian-sammy-obeid-over-censorship-claims?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3323937/singapore-issues-pofma-correction-order-us-comedian-sammy-obeid-over-censorship-claims?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:34:22 +0000 Jean Iau Jean Iau American comedian Sammy Obeid has accused Singaporean authorities of trying to censor his stand-up show after his performance scheduled for Sunday was cancelled, but officials say the permit was rejected because the application was lodged too late. Obeid, whose material often criticises Israel’s actions in Gaza, claimed in a social media post on Wednesday that Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) asked for multiple edits to his script before approving an arts entertainment... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3323546/us-comedian-claims-singapore-show-axed-over-censorship-authority-cites-late-application?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/article/3323546/us-comedian-claims-singapore-show-axed-over-censorship-authority-cites-late-application?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:20:27 +0000 Cat Nelson Cat Nelson Get ready to get hungry. That was my main takeaway from reading this week’s cover story. Rice noodles topped with roast meat. Pepper-fried squid. Steamed fish with dried mandarin peel. Vanessa Lee traces the history of Tanka cuisine, once cooked aboard sampans docked in the harbours of Aberdeen, Shau Kei Wan and Tai O, and the families keeping it alive. The Tanka are one of Hong Kong’s original indigenous communities, and their cuisine grew out of life on the water: fresh catch, preserved... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322795/week-postmag-treats-tanka-table-and-asian-comedians?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322795/week-postmag-treats-tanka-table-and-asian-comedians?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 24 Aug 2025 04:45:07 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Hear this Baroque Reflections The New Hong Kong Philharmonia’s Baroque Chamber Orchestra will be joined by Italian violinist Domenico Nordio for an era-spanning performance of Baroque masterpieces for one night only on Tuesday. From Vivaldi’s fiery virtuosity to Bach’s intricate harmonies, Nordio is set to draw attendees into another world with the violin’s expressive depth and timeless appeal. August 26, Hong Kong City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central. Tickets from HK$180; urbtix.hk Eat... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322793/what-do-hong-kong-august-24-30?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3322793/what-do-hong-kong-august-24-30?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:00:20 +0000 Sarah Keenlyside Sarah Keenlyside It’s May 2024 and Joe Wong – bespectacled and dressed in an outfit casual enough for a grocery run – bounds onto a stage on New York’s Upper East Side. Before he tells his first joke, he notices a phone raised in the front row. “Oh, you’re taking pictures?” he asks. With exquisite comic timing, he strikes the one pose guaranteed to land: a rigid smile, frozen in place, flashing the Asian V-sign. The crowd erupts, and he’s off. “I’m an immigrant parent,” he begins after the laughter dies down.... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3321727/after-decades-fringe-asian-comedians-are-getting-last-laugh?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3321727/after-decades-fringe-asian-comedians-are-getting-last-laugh?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:55:38 +0000 Kylie Knott Kylie Knott Joe Wong did everything in his power to achieve the American dream. In 1994, aged 24, he moved from the Chinese province of Jilin to the United States, where he completed a doctorate in biochemistry at Rice University in Texas in 2000. “I came to America to study, and I did get a PhD in biochemistry, even though nobody calls me a doctor,” says Wong via Zoom from Los Angeles, where he is mostly based, splitting his time between the US city and Shanghai. After graduation, Wong worked a few jobs,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3320264/chinese-american-comedian-joe-wong-his-journey-laboratories-letterman?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3320264/chinese-american-comedian-joe-wong-his-journey-laboratories-letterman?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:15:12 +0000 James Marsh James Marsh 3.5/5 stars It has been more than three decades since Leslie Nielsen’s bumbling police detective last cracked a case, but now The Naked Gun returns, with Liam Neeson assuming the role of Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr in a belated sequel every bit as childish, ridiculous and laugh-out-loud funny as its predecessors. The film is produced by Seth MacFarlane, creator of Family Guy and Ted, and directed by Akiva Schaffer, who is one-third of the comedy troupe The Lonely Island. It also stars Pamela... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3319960/naked-gun-movie-review-liam-neeson-plays-bumbling-cop-hilarious-comedy-reboot?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3319960/naked-gun-movie-review-liam-neeson-plays-bumbling-cop-hilarious-comedy-reboot?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:00:08 +0000 Richard James Havis Richard James Havis Ronny Yu Yan-tai made unusual ghost films before becoming a superstar director with the kung fu fantasy The Bride With White Hair, while Tsui Hark made comedies before reinventing the martial arts genre in the 1990s. Here we look at two relatively unseen works from the star Hong Kong directors. The Occupant (1984) “Long before he scared Hollywood with The Bride of Chucky and Freddy vs. Jason, director Ronny Yu Yan-tai made this spooky horror hit for Cinema City, a suspenseful mystery that is... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3319584/2-films-star-hong-kong-directors-ronny-yu-and-tsui-hark-you-probably-havent-seen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3319584/2-films-star-hong-kong-directors-ronny-yu-and-tsui-hark-you-probably-havent-seen?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:15:08 +0000 Phoebe Zhang Phoebe Zhang https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3320238/chinese-officials-not-amused-gender-antagonism-comedy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3320238/chinese-officials-not-amused-gender-antagonism-comedy?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Saturday Night Live’s Marcello Hernández, who went viral in 2024 for his sketch persona Domingo, recently made his red carpet debut with his girlfriend, Ana Amelia Batlle Cabral. Hernández, who previously sparked romance rumours with celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter and Kaia Gerber, attended the New York premiere of the upcoming Adam Sandler-led film Happy Gilmore 2 with Batlle on July 21. This is the first time since the 27-year-old comedian joined the cast of SNL in 2022 that he has... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3319275/meet-snl-star-marcello-hernandezs-girlfriend-ana-amelia-batlle-cabral-he-reportedly-dated-sabrina?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3319275/meet-snl-star-marcello-hernandezs-girlfriend-ana-amelia-batlle-cabral-he-reportedly-dated-sabrina?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Jul 2025 11:00:14 +0000 Phoebe Zhang Phoebe Zhang A provincial authority in China has lashed out at online stand-up comedy shows, accusing some of attacking men and “stirring up gender antagonism”. In its notice on Sunday, the Zhejiang provincial publicity department did not refer to any specific content but its comments come as a number of performances by women comedians addressing gender-related topics have gained popularity in recent weeks. The shows provide a unique space for discussing social issues, including problems faced by women, but... https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3319097/chinese-officials-accuse-popular-online-stand-shows-stirring-gender-antagonism?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3319097/chinese-officials-accuse-popular-online-stand-shows-stirring-gender-antagonism?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:04:08 +0000 Meredith Chen Meredith Chen https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3319514/chinese-university-students-expulsion-sparks-backlash?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3319514/chinese-university-students-expulsion-sparks-backlash?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Alex Edelman is Anna Kendrick approved. The Emmy-winning comedian has reportedly been dating Kendrick for several months now, as per People. Notorious for keeping mum about her private and romantic life, Kendrick first opened up about surviving an emotionally abusive relationship during an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast in 2024. “It came out of absolutely nowhere, but was built on this foundation of – I had so much love and trust for that person, so I thought it had to be me. Like, if... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318523/meet-anna-kendricks-boyfriend-comedian-alex-edelman-another-simple-favor-actress-reportedly-dating?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318523/meet-anna-kendricks-boyfriend-comedian-alex-edelman-another-simple-favor-actress-reportedly-dating?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:00:09 +0000 Hyewon Lee Hyewon Lee Abby Elliott plays perhaps the most empathetic character in FX’s critically acclaimed series The Bear: Natalie “Sugar” Berzatto, the calm, sweet sister of troubled chef Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) who tries to hold the family together. Sugar’s role as the emotional glue of the Berzattos is important not just in the present-day restaurant but also in flashback scenes, where she supports Carmy long before he attempts salvaging his late brother’s failing business in season one. Elliott’s experience... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318292/meet-abby-elliott-who-plays-jeremy-allen-whites-sister-natalie-bear-ex-snl-cast-member-married?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318292/meet-abby-elliott-who-plays-jeremy-allen-whites-sister-natalie-bear-ex-snl-cast-member-married?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Jul 2025 20:00:09 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa After the immense success of Lena Dunham’s 2012 HBO comedy drama, Girls, the writer, director and actor’s return to TV with Too Much has been highly anticipated. The 10-part romantic comedy premiered on Netflix on July 10 and centres on thirty-something New Yorker Jessica (Megan Stalter), who takes a job in London after a bad break-up. The show’s cast includes well-established names like Will Sharpe and Emily Ratajkowski, but it’s breakout actor and comedian Leo Reich who had Dunham so... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318094/meet-leo-reich-gen-z-comedian-starring-lena-dunhams-too-much-girls-creator-wrote-role-just-him-after?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3318094/meet-leo-reich-gen-z-comedian-starring-lena-dunhams-too-much-girls-creator-wrote-role-just-him-after?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:00:09 +0000 Richard James Havis Richard James Havis The Hui Brothers – Michael Hui Koon-man, Ricky Hui Koon-ying and Sam Hui Koon-kit – defined Hong Kong comedy in the 1970s with films like The Private Eyes, The Contract and Security Unlimited. But Michael, helped by Ricky, continued to make hilarious films throughout the 1980s and beyond. Here we look at three of his best as a comedy actor and co-screenwriter. 1. Inspector Chocolate (1986) A return to form for Michael Hui after a fallow period, this humorous detective film was directed by Philip... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317692/how-hui-brothers-hong-kong-comedy-giants-1970s-kept-laughs-going-later?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317692/how-hui-brothers-hong-kong-comedy-giants-1970s-kept-laughs-going-later?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:15:08 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Margaret Cho has racked up five Grammy Award nominations and performed stand-up for more than four decades, but there is still one stage on her wish list. “I would like to do something high-stakes like a show that takes place before they sent gladiators to fight at the Colosseum,” she jokes during a phone interview when asked in which epoch she would like to perform. “Maybe that wouldn’t be the best for my health, but I would ask for a guarantee that I could leave before getting eaten by an... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317533/comedian-margaret-cho-asian-representation-and-finding-humour-horrible-time?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317533/comedian-margaret-cho-asian-representation-and-finding-humour-horrible-time?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Jul 2025 11:15:07 +0000 Ashlyn Chak Ashlyn Chak Taiwan-born stand-up comic Atsuko Okatsuka did not have what many would consider a typical upbringing. Her Taiwanese mother and Japanese father divorced when she was very young. Since her father got full custody of her, she spent most of her early childhood in Japan. When she was eight, her maternal grandmother took her on a “two-month vacation” to Los Angeles that turned into a seven-year undocumented stay in the United States. Okatsuka says she was very confused. “You’re still a kid. You’re... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317511/asian-american-stand-comedian-atsuko-okatsuka-new-special-and-representing-weirdos?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3317511/asian-american-stand-comedian-atsuko-okatsuka-new-special-and-representing-weirdos?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:15:08 +0000 Sarah Keenlyside Sarah Keenlyside On Instagram feeds cluttered with polished 3D renders and AI-generated everything, the retro charm of pixel art cuts through like a glitch in the matrix. And right now, one of the genre’s rising online stars just happens to be a 33-year-old Hongkonger. For ex-gamers, or frankly anyone who grew up in the glow of a Game Boy screen, a single post by the creator known as Fatbeard delivers an instant dopamine hit of nostalgia. Best known for his nuanced depictions of Japan, he recently got a... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3316997/hong-kong-pixel-artist-going-viral-his-nostalgic-instagram-art?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3316997/hong-kong-pixel-artist-going-viral-his-nostalgic-instagram-art?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jul 2025 10:14:23 +0000 Cherry Liu Cherry Liu Ego Nwodim, the 37-year-old Saturday Night Live star known for her sharp wit and vibrant comedic presence, recently made a stylish appearance at the Marc Jacobs autumn 2025 fashion show in New York City. She wore a puffy double-breasted jacket and a sculptural checkered skirt, paired with a purple handbag and black pumps with a comically elongated rectangular-toe, embodying the designer’s playful and exaggerated aesthetic. The Nigerian-American comedian made headlines earlier this year for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3316797/meet-snl-cast-member-ego-nwodim-who-accidentally-got-audience-curse-comedian-just-made-stylish?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3316797/meet-snl-cast-member-ego-nwodim-who-accidentally-got-audience-curse-comedian-just-made-stylish?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:00:20 +0000 Hyewon Lee Hyewon Lee Megan Stalter rose to fame after showcasing her natural comedy chops on social media, before landing a role in HBO Max’s Hacks. Now, she’s set to return to the screens with Lena Dunham’s highly anticipated new show, Too Much, which will premiere on Netflix on July 10. The story follows the character of Jessica (played by Stalter) as she moves to London after a messy break-up and ends up meeting a musician called Felix (played by The White Lotus’ Will Sharpe). Stalter, 34, has also starred in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3316647/meet-megan-stalter-star-hacks-and-too-much-besides-hbo-max-hit-tiktok-comedian-turned-actress-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3316647/meet-megan-stalter-star-hacks-and-too-much-besides-hbo-max-hit-tiktok-comedian-turned-actress-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:17 +0000 Mabel Lui Mabel Lui Back in 2014, between the first and second seasons of the HBO comedy series Silicon Valley in which he had a supporting role, Jimmy O. Yang spent his days moonlighting as an Uber driver. The Hong Kong-born Hollywood hopeful used a pay cheque for his role in the series as Jian-Yang – he received the Screen Actors Guild minimum of US$900 a day – to buy a used Toyota Prius hybrid, which he would drive around Los Angeles to earn the money to pay his rent. “You never know, especially as an actor,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3313736/why-jimmy-o-yang-feels-blackpink-and-his-rise-uber-driver-king-comedy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/article/3313736/why-jimmy-o-yang-feels-blackpink-and-his-rise-uber-driver-king-comedy?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:15:07 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Wally Baram never intended to become an actress. The comic and screenwriter – best known for her work on the TV shows Shrinking, What We Do in the Shadows and Betty – had her heart set on becoming a cowgirl as a child. She even took equestrian classes as a teenager, but as luck would have it, her 155cm (5ft 1in) stature prevented her from taking her dreams further. “My feet don’t even curve around a horse,” the 27-year-old said in an interview this month in Vanity Fair. “The horse looks like... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3312433/meet-wally-baram-who-plays-carmen-neil-overcompensating-she-was-too-short-be-cowgirl-so-tried-stand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3312433/meet-wally-baram-who-plays-carmen-neil-overcompensating-she-was-too-short-be-cowgirl-so-tried-stand?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 30 May 2025 20:00:09 +0000 SCMP’s Asia desk SCMP’s Asia desk A satirical jab on a comedy show has thrown South Korea’s would-be first ladies into the political spotlight, as their rising visibility on the campaign trail fuels controversy ahead of the June 3 presidential election. Seol Nan-young, wife of conservative People Power Party (PPP) candidate Kim Moon-soo, targeted Kim Hye-kyung – the spouse of Democratic Party front-runner Lee Jae-myung – during last week’s episode of Saturday Night Live Korea, a local adaptation of the American sketch comedy... https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3312511/satirical-comedy-sketch-fuels-feud-between-south-koreas-would-be-first-ladies?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3312511/satirical-comedy-sketch-fuels-feud-between-south-koreas-would-be-first-ladies?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 30 May 2025 11:43:43 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press Actor and comedian Russell Brand pleaded not guilty in a London court on Friday to rape and sexual assault charges involving four women dating back more than 25 years. Brand, who turns 50 next week, denied two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault. He said “not guilty” after each charge was read in Southwark Crown Court. His trial was scheduled for June 3, 2026 and is expected to last four to five weeks. Prosecutors said that the offences took place... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3312493/comedian-russell-brand-denies-rape-and-sex-assault-charges-uk-court?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3312493/comedian-russell-brand-denies-rape-and-sex-assault-charges-uk-court?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 30 May 2025 10:14:45 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa In a recent episode of his SiriusXM podcast, Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, the television host and comedian discussed his first encounter with Everybody Loves Raymond’s Ray Romano – and how he rejected Romano’s job application. “Ray Romano wanted to be a monologue writer for my show. Great comedian, great joke writer. We didn’t have a slot, but he had a good packet and people knew him, so I met with him,” O’Brien said in his podcast. “And I just kind of said that, ‘Your stuff is great but we... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3310626/meet-everybody-loves-raymond-star-ray-romanos-4-kids-daughter-ally-pr-maven-twins-matthew-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3310626/meet-everybody-loves-raymond-star-ray-romanos-4-kids-daughter-ally-pr-maven-twins-matthew-and?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 18 May 2025 22:00:17 +0000 Lynn Farah Lynn Farah On May 16, 2013, the final episode of hit show The Office aired, and the Dunder Mifflin team left our screens for good. Happily, Greg Daniels, the creator of The Office, has developed a new sit-com in a similar vein. Per NBC, the as-yet-untitled series will showcase operations from inside a “dying historic Midwestern newspaper” with the “publisher trying to revive it with volunteer reporters”. As rumours fly about whether any of the original cast members of The Office will make a return (Oscar... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3308828/offices-richest-stars-2025-ranked-big-names-steve-carell-and-mindy-kaling-each-have-sizeable-net?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/entertainment/article/3308828/offices-richest-stars-2025-ranked-big-names-steve-carell-and-mindy-kaling-each-have-sizeable-net?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 06 May 2025 22:00:13 +0000