Hong Kong singer Wong Suk-man celebrated a significant career milestone with her inaugural solo concert in West Kowloon, leveraging the high-profile performance to generate excitement for her latest cinematic project. The highly anticipated show included a surprise live premiere of her new original movie theme song, “Wah Fu No. 1,” providing a powerful promotional push ahead of the film’s general release.
The evening was packed with unexpected moments, but the highlight was arguably the first-ever live rendition of “Wah Fu No. 1,” the theme song for the upcoming time-travel film, Goodbye UFO. The performance underscored the connection between the rising star’s music career and the big screen, a dynamic that has defined her journey since its inception.
A Cinematic Career, Eleven Years in the Making
During a poignant segment onstage, Wong reflected on the profound role film music has played in her professional trajectory. She reminded the audience that her entry into the industry was catalyzed by the success of her song from the movie She Remembers, He Forgets, which earned her a Hong Kong Film Award for Best Original Film Song.
“Eleven years have passed since my debut, and eleven years later, I have once again been nominated for the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Original Film Song, this time thanks to the movie Goodbye UFO,” she shared with the captivated crowd. This recent nomination firmly establishes her as a notable staple in the city’s music and film landscape, bridging both art forms.
The Journey of “Wah Fu No. 1”
Wong also revealed the fascinating, extended timeline behind the nominated track. The recording of “Wah Fu No. 1” occurred nearly seven years ago, when she was just 18 years old, prior to her studies in the United Kingdom.
“This theme song was recorded seven years ago,” she explained, emphasizing the long production cycle of the film itself. “The movie took seven years to successfully make its way to the big screen. I hope everyone will offer their utmost support.”
The film is currently running through a series of special preview screenings before its official commercial release. Wong issued a direct and earnest appeal to her fans and the broader movie-going public to engage with the project, which she champions passionately.
She encouraged attendees to purchase tickets and experience the narrative alongside the music: “I truly hope everyone goes to the cinema to watch the movie, stays to hear the theme song until the very end, and we will reconvene again at the Hong Kong Film Awards.”
Her successful solo debut concert not only confirmed Wong Suk-man’s growth as a live performer but also showcased the strategic synergy between Hong Kong’s music industry and its vibrant, often ambitious, independent filmmaking scene. The anticipation generated by the performance positions Goodbye UFO for a strong opening, fueled by the emotional resonance of its nominated soundtrack.
