Hong Kong singer Candy Wong of the popular girl group COLLAR took a bold leap into the dating scene Thursday evening, appearing on ViuTV’s variety show “8pm Direct Variety” to pair up with four male contestants in a live matchmaking segment. Her bandmates Day Hui and Winka Chan joined her as “bestie advisors,” offering both support and playful scrutiny.
Wong, who admitted she has a relatively small social circle, expressed gratitude to her management for creating the opportunity to meet new people. “I’ve played Cupid for others on the show before, and I saw how the guys took care of their matches and offered emotional support. Taking part myself felt really interesting, because you get to know someone starting from friendship,” she said.
When asked whether any of the suitors met her expectations, the singer made clear she believes relationships should develop naturally. “Every relationship begins as a friendship. Joining a matchmaking event doesn’t guarantee marriage,” she noted. “After this experience, I have a clearer idea of my own preferences. I don’t like overly muscular guys. But if he can cook, that’s a big plus.”
Day delighted in her role as part of the “bestie squad,” where she could freely interrogate and critique the male contestants. “The company is really thoughtful toward Candy,” she said with a laugh. “I love watching romantic reality shows, and I’d jump at the chance to take part in something like this myself.”
Winka, who was recently photographed at a theme park with her musician boyfriend Zhu Yunbian, said they had a great time that day. She clarified that a sad post she shared on social media was merely part of a promotional campaign for her new song, but it mistakenly led fans and friends to believe she had broken up.
“My boyfriend was upset about being recognized casually, so he immediately asked me to go buy him contact lenses,” Winka revealed. She described herself as outgoing and comfortable being recognized in public, saying she doesn’t mind greeting fans or taking photos. However, she discouraged unauthorized photos, warning they can disturb the privacy of friends and family who are not public figures.
Regarding recent online chatter about the shape of her chin, Winka laughed it off as a simple oversight. “I was careless when I applied contouring makeup,” she admitted.
The episode gave fans an intimate look at the personal lives of COLLAR’s members, highlighting the balancing act between public exposure and personal boundaries. As the group continues to dominate Hong Kong’s pop scene, their openness on such topics may encourage broader conversations about dating, privacy, and self-discovery among young audiences.
For now, Candy Wong says the experience has been enlightening. “I’ve learned a lot about what I’m looking for,” she said. Whether or not a romantic connection blossoms, the journey itself appears to have left a lasting impression.
