HONG KONG – Hong Kong singer JW (Wang Hao’er) has stepped into a new role as host of Metro Radio’s latest program, “Metro Mission 35.” For her inaugural episode, she invited her secondary school classmate, fashion icon and singer Mayao Ma, for an intimate conversation spanning their校园 days to their showbiz careers.
The pair, whose friendship has endured for over a decade, revealed a series of remarkable coincidences. JW recalled that Ma has always been bold and decisive, turning every idea into action. Ma, in turn, said he was deeply impressed by JW’s frequent participation in singing competitions during school, describing her voice as “heavenly” from the very first time he heard it. Their bond deepened when they later crossed paths at a campus tour performance in London, and it has remained unbroken ever since.
Both artists were signed to singer Leon Lai’s record label at different times, and their birthdays fall just one day apart—a coincidence they have celebrated together for years. JW shared that the two once visited the Wong Tai Sin Temple to seek fortune sticks, and to their astonishment, they drew identical verses.
In a segment addressing public scrutiny, Ma admitted he reads every negative comment about himself online, not for validation but to understand public perception. “I feel nothing when I read harsh words,” he said. He noted that JW is more susceptible to external opinions and advised her to force herself to read critical feedback until she becomes emotionally desensitized. “All your supporters don’t shout aloud,” he told her. “I support you, but I don’t say it every day.”
Ma also lifted the veil on the glamour of fashion weeks. Behind the polished photos, he said, he handles his own makeup, hairstyling, and luggage hauling between shows. JW joked that accompanying him to one fashion week cost her a six-figure sum.
Known for his extensive network in the entertainment industry, Ma stressed that any use of favors must be mutually beneficial. “I never ask someone to join just to fill a seat,” he said.
During the candid discussion, both revealed they have been betrayed by a fellow celebrity, though they declined to name the person. Ma suggested the answer is obvious: “Just check who we both stopped following on social media.” The revelation sent online sleuths into speculation, though the pair offered no further details.
The episode highlights the enduring trust between two old friends navigating the highs and lows of Hong Kong’s entertainment scene. As JW settles into her new hosting role, listeners can expect more unfiltered conversations in upcoming episodes of “Metro Mission 35.”
