Celebrities Share Candid Moments at Brand Event, From Honeymoon Hikes to Single Life
HONG KONG — Hong Kong singer-actor Ian Chan revealed his honest struggles with penmanship and creativity while defending his bandmate’s public apology during a brand event on Tuesday.
Chan, 31, joined actors Max Liu and Terence Ng, alongside singer Cloud Wan and actress Cecilia Yuen, at the promotional appearance. The MIRROR member admitted that while he maintains a habit of buying luxury pens to mark special occasions, his handwriting remains distinctly childlike.
“I write like an elementary school student. Even my fans say my characters look like a kid’s writing,” Chan said with a laugh. “I tried calligraphy and painting as a child, but I still draw stick figures. When I write too quickly, even I can’t recognize what I’ve written.”
When asked which MIRROR member has the most attractive handwriting, Chan humbly noted that everyone’s skills are comparable — though he was quick to add that at least their writing remains legible.
Supporting a Bandmate Through Controversy
The interview took a more serious turn when discussion shifted to bandmate Anson Kong, who recently faced criticism despite issuing an apology for his attitude during interviews. Chan expressed his support, framing the apology as a sign of maturity.
“Life presents many challenges and decisions. What matters most is taking responsibility for your choices,” Chan said. “We’re all adults who understand what we’re doing.”
He clarified that the company has not issued any formal warnings to MIRROR members regarding the incident. When asked if his perspective stems from being the group’s “good boy,” Chan smiled: “I hope everyone sees it that way.”
Honeymoon Adventures and Relationship Revelations
Fellow attendee Max Liu shared delightful details about his long-awaited vacation following the completion of his film “Kowloon Walled City: The Final Chapter.” The actor enjoyed a month-long European honeymoon with his wife of one year, actress Tsai-Hsuan Tsai, with the highlight being an unforgettable hike through Italy.
“We’ll probably just have a quiet dinner for our first anniversary,” Liu said. Asked whether the couple might return from their trip as a family of three, he laughed: “That’s not part of the plan, and no surprises happened.”
Despite their busy schedules frequently separating them, Liu emphasized their commitment to staying close. “Whenever we have free time, we travel to be with each other.”
Cloud Wan playfully recalled saving up as a teenager to buy her then-boyfriend a designer wallet — though she deliberately left her photo out of it “to avoid scaring him off.”
Cecilia Yuen offered a more wistful perspective on her romantic history. “When I was younger, money was tight. Now I’m more financially stable, but I don’t have a boyfriend — it’s a bit ironic,” she said. “I don’t have any suitors right now. I’m hoping to meet someone. My standards are simple: normal, kind, and smart.”
Wan jokingly clarified that her single male friends don’t quite meet the “normal” criterion, making it difficult to play matchmaker.
The event highlighted how these Hong Kong celebrities balance their public personas with relatable personal moments, endearing them to fans who appreciate their authenticity.
