TVB’s anniversary drama “Splendid City” concluded its run tonight (Dec. 6) with an elaborate fan celebration in Macau. Nearly 1,000 attendees joined the cast and production team for a day that included a bus tour through locations featured in the series and a television finale viewing party.
Afternoon Bus Tour Takes Over Macau Streets
In the afternoon, the show’s stars boarded an open-top, branded bus for a route winding through Macau’s historic streets. The bus, decorated with the series logo, paraded past key landmarks that served as backdrops for the drama, including the Inner Harbour Pier, Golden Pavilion Street, New Road, Senate Square, Lakeside Garden, Macau Tower, and the Taipa Arch. Fans lined the streets, often hours in advance, hoping to catch a glimpse of their favorite actors. The stars obliged, waving and tossing commemorative “Splendid City” calendars into the crowd, creating a carnival-like atmosphere that gave fans a rare up-close experience.
Evening Finale Viewing with Full Cast
As night fell, more than 60 cast and crew members gathered with nearly 1,000 fans in a venue in Macau for the collective watching of the final episode. The main characters — Guan Xiaoxian (played by Zhang Zhiyi), Guan Xiaojun (Wu Zhuoxi), Hong Haiyun (Gao Haining), and Wang Xueying (Zhang Xiwen) — faced their ultimate destinies as the Guan family power struggle reached its climax. The finale resolved the bitter competition between the two brothers and the emotional journeys of the leading women.
The event drew an extensive supporting cast, reflecting the show’s widespread appeal. Among the actors on stage were Jiang Meiyi, Cai Yizhi, Chen Ying, Chen Wei, Jiang Zuman, Jiang Jiamin, Zhou Zhikang, Chen Xiaohua, Zheng Zicheng, Huang Ziheng, Kong Dexian, Ni Jiawen, and many others, showing the depth of the ensemble. The gathering also included veteran performers and rising stars, all marking the conclusion of a project that engaged audiences over its broadcast period.
TVB executives showed strong support. Zeng Lizhen, assistant general manager of drama production; Wen Weihong, assistant director of drama production; and Chen Weiguan, the drama’s producer and senior manager of drama production, attended alongside writers Zhang Shichang and Li Qinyi. Their presence underlined the importance of “Splendid City” to the network’s anniversary programming.
Drama’s Legacy and Next Steps
Over its run, “Splendid City” captivated viewers with a story centered on ambition, jealousy, and family loyalty. Produced by Chen Weiguan, the series was filmed on location in Macau, lending authenticity to its depiction of high-stakes family drama. The finale event demonstrated TVB’s commitment to offering fans immersive experiences that extend beyond the television screen. By holding the celebration in Macau—a key filming site—the network gave viewers a tangible link to the story they followed. With the series now wrapped, TVB looks ahead to its upcoming productions, aiming to sustain the momentum generated by its anniversary lineup.