Four members of the popular Cantonese pop group MIRROR—Ian Chan, Jer Lau, Stanley Yau, and Tiger Yau—are set to debut a new reality program, Four Mirrors’ Great Adventure (四鏡大暴走), on ViuTV next Monday, July 15. The series sends the quartet across various sectors and communities in Hong Kong to immerse themselves in local artisan skills, challenging professions, and grassroots initiatives. Through these experiences, the artists aim to learn resilience, dedication, and the core values that define the celebrated “Lion Rock Spirit,” ultimately striving for personal growth.
The inaugural episode will feature the members participating in farm revitalization efforts and engaging with deeply rooted traditional crafts, including Cantonese opera and lion dance. Future installments will see them facing off against elite Hong Kong athletes and receiving instruction from established experts and master craftspeople, offering a fresh, contemporary exploration of what constitutes “Hong Kong Pride.”
The group’s exploration naturally led them to reflect on the meaning of the city’s unique cultural ethos. Speaking about the spirit of perseverance, Stanley emphasized a sentiment of boundless possibility. “If one sets out to do something, no matter the difficulty, it can be achieved,” he noted. Ian associated the city’s drive with efficiency and competitive dedication. “It’s about being goal-oriented, but demanding efficiency at the same time,” Ian said. “If there is a task to be completed, everyone coordinates and comes together to finish it.”
Jer shared a generational perspective, linking the concept to the foundational work ethic inherited from their parents’ generation. “When you mention Hong Kong, perhaps the first thing is the spirit itself,” Jer commented. “Hongkongers inherently possess that Lion Rock Spirit, hardworking and unafraid of hardship.” Tiger added that achieving excellence—being “Hong Kong’s best”—requires significant sacrifice and strenuous, often unforeseen, training and development.
The show intends to showcase the demanding physical and mental rigor required across various fields. In preparation for a segment focusing on athletic conditioning, the four members received advanced training from champion rope skippers Tommy Chow and Timothy Ho, both of whom have set multiple world records in the sport.
When asked about their most recent experience jump-roping, the members offered varied responses. Tiger revealed that the activity is part of his current routine. “It hasn’t been long,” he said. “I’ve picked up the habit of exercising before work. Getting a good sweat helps with water retention.” Jer, in contrast, confessed his last serious skipping session dated back to a mandatory physical education class in middle school.
By adopting and participating in roles outside their entertainment bubble—from agricultural work to mastering complex stage crafts—Chan, Lau, Yau, and Yau seek to illustrate that the famed local spirit is an active, ongoing phenomenon rooted in the tireless efforts of its inhabitants. Four Mirrors’ Great Adventure promises to be a compelling blend of reality entertainment and cultural documentation, appealing to viewers seeking both engaging programming and an insightful look into the resilience of the community.
