Hong Kong pop idol Yanny Lau of the girl group Lolly Talk brought the glitz of cinema fandom to a public event today (May 30th), celebrating her profound connection to the newly released film, A Step into the Past. Following her viral appearance at a special fan screening, Lau offered revealing insights into her interactions with the movie’s legendary cast and provided an update on the complicated contract negotiations facing her popular eight-member collective.
During her appearance, Lau, who has seen the time-travel epic five times, confirmed she had attended a “Loyal Fan Cosplay” event earlier this month dressed as the pivotal character Chun Ching. Her dedication was personal: the singer presented an exclusive collectible card of the character to the actress who portrays her, Sonija Kwok.
Fan Dedication Earns High Praise
Kwok was quick to praise the star’s commitment. “Yanny’s costume was thoughtful and emotionally resonant,” the established actress remarked, adding a humorous anecdote about the scene where Lau fed co-star Louis Koo steak in a promotional skit.
“She truly is exceptional,” Kwok joked about the on-screen interaction. “She even got [Koo’s character] Hing Siu Loong to personally cut and feed her steak. Usually, he won’t even send a heart emoji! But I am certainly not jealous, as I have my own husband to feed me.”
Lau confirmed the humorous encounter, revealing she purposefully prepared a heart-shaped steak for the veteran actor during the filming opportunity. The gesture, she said, successfully elicited a noticeable blush from Koo.
Beyond the cinematic tribute, Lau addressed swirling speculation regarding potential collaboration or representation with Louis Koo’s production company, One Cool Group. She firmly denied any immediate signing. “It was simply a fortunate opportunity that arose,” she clarified, emphasizing that her primary focus remains with Lolly Talk.
Lolly Talk Contract Negotiations Ongoing
The future of the immensely popular collective hangs in the balance as members navigate crucial career decisions. Lau confirmed that all eight members of Lolly Talk are currently engaged in extensive discussions regarding their ongoing contracts, with no definitive outcome yet reached.
“There are still many factors we need to weigh,” Lau stated. “The most critical aspect is achieving a unified consensus among all eight of us regarding our future trajectory.”
The complexities of managing a large pop group mean that the possibility of individual endeavors versus collective development remains uncertain. Lau stressed that a decision of this magnitude requires careful, detailed deliberation among all members.
“Whether we pursue separate avenues remains difficult to predict. It is a major life decision, and we must consult one another thoroughly,” she explained.
In the meantime, Lau concluded that the group is operating under an interim strategy. “For now, our immediate focus is concentrated on securing income through individual work commitments,” she added, signaling a temporary emphasis on solo activities while the group’s long-term structure is finalized behind the scenes. The outcome of these high-stakes negotiations will shape the landscape of Cantopop’s next generation.
