HONG KONG – Actors from the upcoming TVB drama “Dead or Alive” brought their promotion to the crowded streets of Causeway Bay on Thursday, engaging with fans face-to-face in a flash-mob style event. Cast members Hera Chan, Ma Kwan-tung, Wong Fei, and Yuen Ho-chung surprised shoppers in one of Hong Kong’s busiest districts, offering a hands-on approach to drumming up excitement for the series.
During the outing, reporters pressed Yuen Ho-chung about his ex-girlfriend, Phoebe Ho, who has been drawing attention on the dating reality show Goddess Matching Plan 2. Asked if he had watched the program or felt any jealousy seeing Ho receive romantic advances, Yuen remained composed. “She’s old enough to know what she needs. She doesn’t need my help picking anyone,” he said, adding that he recognized several former colleagues among the contestants. Yuen singled out the “most memorable” suitors, including a former partner of Kayley Kwok and one who shared a story about meeting in Xi’an and West Kowloon. He also noted the “Hong Kong version of Kimura Takuya,” a football-playing admirer pursuing Ho. “I just hope she finds someone who will take care of and cherish her,” Yuen said, denying any lingering pangs of regret.
Hera Chan, who was visibly startled by an enthusiastic fan during a previous mall appearance, returned to the public eye in a backless outfit, brushing off concerns. “I’m not scared. Most of my fans are familiar and well-behaved,” she said. Chan also opened up about the physical toll of filming, describing exhaustion and sleep deprivation that left her looking pale and frail—a condition her colleague Yuen jokingly called “weak.” The actress admitted she had pushed herself too hard. “I once saw the lifeline on my palm so faint I was shocked. But I’ve learned to pace myself now—talking less, resting more, and I’m handling action scenes in my latest drama just fine.”
Ma Kwan-tung and Wong Fei play a couple in the series whose romance is tested by a disapproving mother, played by Lai Yin-shan, who brands Wong’s character as materialistic. In real life, Ma said he prefers a simple relationship and has never dated a “gold-digger.” “If I did, I’d end it,” he said, but recalled an awkward moment when a former girlfriend’s mother asked his monthly salary. “I stumbled over my answer,” he admitted.
Wong Fei, meanwhile, shared happy news: she has accepted a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, record company executive Cheung Tsz-fung. No date has been set, pending advice from a feng shui master. Wong praised her future mother-in-law for treating her like a daughter, and said her own mother is equally pleased with Cheung, describing him as a “good boy.”
Broader Impact
The event reflects a growing trend among Hong Kong entertainment productions to use unconventional, street-level marketing to connect with audiences, especially amid competition from streaming platforms. As “Dead or Alive” prepares for broadcast, the cast’s candid revelations about personal struggles—from health setbacks to relationship pressures—offer fans a relatable glimpse behind the glamour of the small screen. For viewers, the drama promises not only mystery but also real-life stories of resilience and romance.
