HONG KONG – Behind-the-scenes tensions and online sleuthing are stealing the spotlight as the long-running TVB sitcom Lo’s Family (known locally as Come Home Love: Lo and Behold) approaches its series finale. The show, a staple of Hong Kong prime-time television, has sparked fresh controversy after two leading actresses reportedly unfollowed each other on Instagram, while a former co-star’s cryptic social media post has reignited old feuds.
Viewers recently noticed that Tiffany Lau, who plays the sharp-witted “Sung Yin,” and Suki Lam, who portrays the ambitious heiress “Linda Lung,” had stopped following each other on the photo-sharing platform. The apparent digital snub quickly became a trending topic among fans. When approached by local media, Lau responded with apparent surprise: “Really? I honestly didn’t notice when I unfollowed her.”
The on-screen drama mirrors real-life complications. In the show’s current storyline, Linda Lung—having lost a bid to take over her family’s conglomerate, Lung Corporation—has launched her own company. Last week, Lam shared a mock business card for “Linda’s Group” on social media, prompting eagle-eyed fans to dissect the details. Observers noted that the office direct line listed on the card matched the fictional phone number of a deceased character, “Auntie Eight,” who died years ago. One fan quipped: “That number probably got recycled. You should update it.” Others pointed out that the company’s website domain was “lung.com.hk” instead of “linda.com.hk,” sparking jokes that the character had not fully broken away from the family empire.
Further fueling speculation, Joe Cheng, who left the series last year after a reported contract dispute, posted a scene from the show on his social media channels. In the clip, his character—the son of the corporate patriarch—steps down as heir. Cheng’s caption read: “Dad, I have no heart to fight. Give it to whoever you want. Just don’t hand it to someone who keeps pretending to be good, packaging themselves, but is actually harming others while only benefiting themselves … a fake to the point of madness.” Many fans interpreted the message as a veiled jab at Lam, reigniting rumors of a cold war between the two actors.
The alleged rift dates back to 2023, when Cheng was still in contract negotiations with TVB. According to local entertainment reporters, Lam reportedly confirmed his departure to the media before official notice was given, a move Cheng considered a breach of trust. Since then, the two have reportedly avoided direct interaction. When asked about Cheng at a recent promotional event, Lam sidestepped the question, stating only: “I’ll look for opportunities to break the ice.”
As Lo’s Family prepares to air its final episode, the off-screen dynamics are attracting as much attention as the on-screen plot twists. Industry analysts note that the show’s enduring popularity—spanning over 1,300 episodes—has turned even minor cast disputes into public spectacle. Meanwhile, fans continue to parse every social media update for clues about real-life relationships among the ensemble.
For now, neither actress has addressed the unfollowing incident further, and Cheng has not elaborated on his post. With the finale expected to air next month, audience focus remains split: some are eager to see how the Lung family saga concludes, while others are more invested in whether the cast can reconcile before the credits roll.
