HONG KONG – South Korean boy band EXO’s leader Suho (Kim Jun-myeon), Chinese actress Fan Bingbing, and Hong Kong singer Jay Fung (Fung Yun-keung) shared the spotlight on Tuesday as special guests at a high-profile fashion event in the city. The trio appeared at the brand showcase, drawing attention from fans and media alike.
Fung, who attended wearing the brand’s new knitwear, said he never expected to be invited alongside such international stars. “My parents often watch Fan Bingbing’s movies, and my mother loves Korean dramas,” Fung told reporters. “When they found out I would be attending an event with these two superstars, they thought it was amazing. I felt pretty cool myself.”
The singer admitted he only had a brief chance to greet Suho and Fan Bingbing, and jokingly lamented his Mandarin skills, saying he would need to improve if he wanted to converse with the Chinese actress. He also expressed admiration for Suho, noting he had listened to EXO’s music. “I didn’t expect the EXO leader to come. I’ve heard his songs—some are really good. I’d love to talk music with him.”
Fashion Choices and Personal Style
Despite wearing a thick sweater to the event, Fung dismissed concerns about the Hong Kong heat. “Don’t worry. I could wear something even thicker,” he said. “As a male artist in Hong Kong, there’s no such thing as summer or winter. I’ve worn leather jackets and coats in summer before. The most important thing is that it looks good.”
The singer, often seen in suits, said he is open to changing his image—but only within limits. “I listen to my stylist and my team. Some things really don’t suit me, or I can’t pull them off,” he explained. “I once wanted to wear earrings, but everyone said it wasn’t for me.”
Tattoo Talk and Pain Threshold
Fung also revealed he had considered getting a tattoo because he thinks they look cool. When asked if he would ink his fiancée’s name, he quickly dismissed the idea. “I wouldn’t get a name—that’s risky. I’d rather get something I like, like a favorite design. It’s not that I don’t love my partner; I’d just prefer meaningful patterns. But many people told me it wouldn’t suit me. So, I gave up.”
However, he said he would accept a matching tattoo if his fiancée requested one. But there is a major obstacle: pain. “I can’t tolerate pain well. Even facial treatments that involve needle extraction make me cry,” he admitted. “A real tattoo might be too much. If I really want to try, I could use a temporary tattoo sticker first. If it looks good, then I’d consider the real thing.”
Broader Context
The event underscored the growing crossover appeal of K-pop and Chinese entertainment in Hong Kong’s luxury fashion scene. Suho, who leads one of Asia’s most successful boy bands, has been expanding his solo activities, while Fan Bingbing continues to make public appearances following her 2018 tax scandal, signaling a gradual return to the spotlight.
Fung, known for his R&B ballads, remains a popular figure in Hong Kong’s music scene. His candid remarks about style and personal boundaries resonated with fans, offering a relatable glimpse behind the polished image of celebrity culture.
