Leading contenders for the TVB Anniversary Awards 2025 met with media Monday, intensifying their campaign efforts as the highly anticipated ceremony approaches. Actors and actresses on the coveted Top 10 shortlists for Best Actor and Best Actress, including Luo Ziyi, Joey Chau, Hera Chan, Jacquelin Chong, and Moon Lau, discussed their strategies for securing votes, personal expectations, and the competitive landscape of the Hong Kong television industry. This annual event celebrates the best in local programming and performance, often propelling winners into a new echelon of stardom.
Luo Ziyi, a Best Actor nominee, revealed he has been actively soliciting support wherever he goes, even leveraging appearances at his children’s school Christmas parties. He disclosed that his wife, actress Tavia Yeung, is assisting his campaign efforts. When pressed about their attendance at the awards night, Luo hinted at a “surprise” but confirmed their young children would not join them. Notably, Luo shared a charming anecdote, stating his kids remain unaware of his professional status, perceiving his television appearances as no different from the cartoons they watch.
Fellow nominee Joey Chau adopted a modest stance, describing himself as a long shot. He quickly praised Luo Ziyi’s talent, pledging his own vote to his colleague. Chau humorously admitted he would cast a “friendship vote” for Owen Cheung but acknowledged Cheung’s chances of winning were slim. He detailed his internal voting dilemma, initially considering both Roger Kwok and Kenneth Ma for a third slot, but ultimately deciding to focus his support solely on Luo to consolidate votes. When questioned about rumors of a rumored company ban on high-profile dating for rising stars, Chau deflected with playful avoidance, claiming temporary deafness due to the busy filming schedule. Further showcasing his support for industry projects, Chau committed to purchasing 10 cinema slots and significant merchandise to support the upcoming movie adaptation of A Step into the Past, starring Louis Koo.
The Best Actress category saw nominees Hera Chan and Jacquelin Chong celebrate their first appearances on the Top 10 list. Chan outlined her selective voting philosophy: the first vote for proven strength and skill, the second for personal preference, and the third to encourage new talent. She confirmed votes for veteran actresses Charmaine Sheh and Jessica Hsuan, reserving her third vote for later consideration. Chong, while admitting her chances of winning were remote, revealed she has already prepared an acceptance speech and plans to treat friends to a celebratory dinner. She views a potential win as an ideal early birthday gift, noting her January 6th birthday, prompting a lighthearted quip from Chan, whose birthday is January 3rd, suggesting the gift be awarded to her instead.
Moon Lau, another Best Actress contender, shared her plans to intensify efforts through video campaigning. She addressed public criticism regarding her strained facial expressions during a recent Guangzhou concert performance of the song “Boundless Oceans, Vast Skies.” Lau candidly attributed the perceived intensity to extreme nerves during her first solo concert, expressing gratitude for the feedback and promising self-improvement through stress management for future performances. She humbly emphasized her status not as a professional singer but as a “beginner” in acting, highlighting her ongoing commitment to learning. Regarding persistent online speculation that she is the masked celebrity “Cat Woman” from the reality show Midlife, Sing! 4, Lau merely welcomed the audience’s enthusiasm, commenting on “Cat Woman’s” singing ability: “She sings okay, but there’s room for improvement.”
When questioned about the rumored company “dating ban,” Chan noted she was unaware, while Lau confirmed she had received no such official notice. Despite the intense competitive atmosphere, the nominees maintained a good-natured approach, emphasizing mutual support and a commitment to professional growth, underscoring the friendly rivalry that often defines the lead-up to the industry’s highest honors.
