Chiu Sung-nam, Cho Wing-lin, and Ho Kwong-pui marked the start of production for “The Legend of the Super Men II” with a costume ceremony on October 4, reuniting a decade after the original series. The three actors reprise their roles as historical figures transported to modern-day Hong Kong, but this time they are balancing a tight filming schedule with major personal milestones: Ho is preparing for his upcoming wedding during production, while Chiu and Cho are planning a November concert in Guangzhou alongside actor-singer Ma Kwok-ming.
The original series, which aired in 2018, starred actresses Tin Ngoi-ching, Wong Kwan-sing, and Rosina Zhu as the female leads, but all three have since left TVB. The sequel introduces Lai Wai-ching and Dai Zuyi as the new female leads, with returning cast members including Lee Shing-chung, Yeung Ming, and Lam Tsz-sin. Filming is currently underway and expected to wrap in early December.
Ho, who will marry during the production period, said he is grateful the production team adjusted the schedule so he can rest, spend time with his fiancée, and manage wedding arrangements. “They have been very accommodating,” he noted. His co-stars, however, have not let him off without good-natured ribbing. Chiu joked that if Ho falls behind on filming, his wedding might be delayed. Ho fired back: “If you don’t let me get married, I won’t let you have your concert. Mutual destruction.”
Chiu, now a father for the first time since the original series, hopes to deliver a stronger performance so his young son can see his comedic side. He revealed that during a recent video call, his son was initially frightened by his bearded period costume but recognized his voice. For his part, Cho lost 8 pounds for the role, noting that he had gained more than 10 pounds over the past decade and wanted to maintain the same look as in the first season. “I’m aiming for the idol-image route,” he joked, adding that his co-stars constantly improvise gags while he supports with acting and looks.
Addressing online rumors that actress Jessica Yuen was originally cast as the female lead, Chiu said he had never heard that and suspects it was just internet speculation. He revealed that his character shares a romantic arc with Lai Wai-ching, and praised newcomer Dai Zuyi for her lively performance as a princess, saying she integrated quickly and isn’t afraid to be silly—a key trait for comedy.
Dai, making her period-drama debut, admitted she is still adapting to a princess’s mannerisms and even finds her hand gestures taking on a “lotus” style. Her character is paired romantically with Lam Tsz-sin, and she joked that since she typically admires muscular men, working with him feels like “self-indulgence.” A fan of the first series, Dai recalled a memorable scene in which the three male leads take turns kissing actress Yeung Si-man. She said the biggest challenge now is keeping a straight face while acting alongside comedy veterans.
Lai described a romantic scene in which she rides a bicycle with Chiu, only for him to pull her twin ponytails like reins, mimicking a horse ride. The unexpected move made her burst out laughing, so she decided to commit to the moment and deliver the scene with natural laughter.
With the trio navigating wedding preparations, concert rehearsals, and a demanding production schedule, the behind-the-scenes dynamics promise as much entertainment as the show itself. For fans of the original, “Super Men II” appears ready to deliver the same blend of time-travel humor and heartfelt camaraderie.