Hong Kong pop sensation Keung To of the popular boyband Mirror, alongside bandmate Jeremy Lee (Lee Chun-kit), addressed persistent rumors about a potential change in his management and future career strategy during a press conference for the Yan Oi Tong Cantopop 321 Charity Concert in Kai Tak today. To emphatically denied reports of leaving his current agency, jokingly attributing the speculation to his newfound interest in playing pickleball, while confirming exciting collaboration plans for the upcoming benefit event and teasing the release of new music in March.
Addressing the Speculation
The centerpiece of the media scrum involved months of speculation concerning Keung To’s contract status and alleged negotiations for greater autonomy or a pivot toward the mainland Chinese market. With his signature lightheartedness, the singer finally put the rumors to rest.
“It’s finally my turn to respond,” Keung To quipped, acknowledging that journalists had already quizzed nearly everyone else surrounding the issue. “I am actually planning to switch to playing pickleball! But joking aside, there is no truth to the rumors. I don’t know where these stories originated; I only learned about them from the news.”
He asserted that his immediate focus remains squarely on his current work and professional commitments. When pressed on the supposed conditions of a renewed contract, such as securing more creative control or initiating mainland China development, he expressed genuine curiosity about the source of the leaks.
“Currently, there are no special plans for development anywhere,” he clarified. “We cherish every performance opportunity we get. We don’t care about the location; as long as there is a stage, we will give our best performance.”
Upcoming Charity Performance and Collaboration
Keung To confirmed a highly anticipated collaboration for the charity concert: he will be performing a duet with fellow Sony Music singer Jason Chan Pak-yu. The pair will tackle a classic track by renowned artist Eason Chan Yik-shun.
“I am very happy to have this synergy,” Keung To stated, highlighting that they share the same record producer and a mutual appreciation for Eason Chan’s work. The two are currently selecting a song, with Keung To favoring the powerful track Heavy Taste (Chung Hau Mei).
Music and Future Plans
Looking ahead, the star confirmed that his current workload leaves him little time to contemplate long-term contractual decisions. “I honestly don’t have the mental space to discuss contract renewals right now,” he admitted. “I need to focus on producing this year’s music and figuring out what to eat for lunch.”
Regarding the release schedule, Keung To adhered strictly to company guidance. Following a suspected improvement in relations between his agency and Commercial Radio, he confirmed that his new single is expected to drop in March.
He recently posted nostalgic old videos on social media, admitting he had done so simply because he had some downtime. “I do miss the carefreeness of being young,” he mused, “but every stage of life has its own merits.”
In a final note on his non-musical activities, Keung To clarified his shift from basketball to pickleball, confirming he recently played the latter with bandmate Alton Wong and actor Peter Chan On-lap. He emphasized that the switch was purely for enjoyment, not a rigorous fitness regimen, and even extended an impromptu invitation for Jeremy Lee to join the game.
Keung To’s clear denial should quell market anxiety and media frenzy, allowing him and Mirror to concentrate on their robust 2024 schedule, commencing with the high-profile charity concert and the imminent launch of new music, solidifying their dominant position in the Cantopop scene.
