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A new viral song by Canadian singer The Weeknd, “Hong Kong” is performed during his “After Hours Til Dawn Tour” in Hong Kong at Kai Tak Stadium,. Photo: Instagram / theweeknd
Music

Who wrote the words that inspired The Weeknd’s ‘Hong Kong’?

The Weeknd’s new track ‘Hong Kong’ samples Faye Wong’s song Seasonal Wind, which was written by ‘The Prodigal Lyricist’.

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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | We Are Born Good: Chung Suet-ying, Yeung Wai-lun spark a Beef-like rivalry

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Music

Profile | ‘An outsider’: Hong Kong-Pakistani rapper Zain Syed on embracing his roots

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Performing arts in Hong Kong

‘It’s hard emotionally’: pro-Palestinian comedian Sammy Obeid won’t stay silent

Obeid, who is openly critical of Israel and has gone viral with clips on the Israel-Gaza war, has two Hong Kong shows on October 27.

Stand-up comedian Sammy Obeid is returning to Hong Kong for two sets at Soho House on October 27. Photo: Backstage Comedy
Stand-up comedian Sammy Obeid is returning to Hong Kong for two sets at Soho House on October 27. Photo: Backstage Comedy
Asian cinema: Chinese films

Why Zhou Xun risked it all for that long take in The First Taste of Loneliness

The Chinese actress and director Gu You talk about the audacious 20-minute unbroken scene and how loneliness brings one closer to happiness.

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Performing arts in Hong Kong

Stand-up comedian Jordan Leung on moving to the US and Hong Kong show backlash

‘I don’t know how much longer I can do this,’ says the 33-year-old comic, fresh off three sold-out Hong Kong shows. Is he joking?

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K-drama news

Profile | Who is Kim Jae-young, imposing star of new K-drama Make Me Tingle?

In another life, Kim Jae-young, who debuted in 2013, might have been a chef. He is now an award-winning actor on both the big and small screen.

South Korean model and actor Kim Jae-young. Photo: Instagram/darealkjy
South Korean model and actor Kim Jae-young. Photo: Instagram/darealkjy
Korean drama reviews

Love in Disguise: Yim Si-wan, Seol In-ah lead gender-reversal romcom K-drama

Yim Si-wan stars as a corporate heir suspected of murder, while Seol In-ah plays a female detective who pretends to be his male bodyguard.

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Art

A real-life Tang dynasty tragedy is the focus of this popular AI microdrama

By mixing romance, time travel and real history, Yanbian Qingmei has revived interest in revered Tang dynasty calligrapher Yan Zhenqing.

Hong Kong celebrities and icons

Profile | Cantopop diva Paula Tsui defined an era with her signature contralto voice

Paula Tsui Siu-fung, a living legend and Cantopop superstar, has helped shape Hong Kong’s music scene for decades.

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This image shows the album cover of Paula, a classic 1986 Cantopop studio album by iconic Hong Kong singer Paula Tsui (徐小鳳). Photo: Handout
Korean drama reviews

Make Me Tingle: Nam Ji-hyun, Kim Jae-young in tame sex romcom K-drama

The K-drama streaming on HBO Max explores South Korea’s patriarchy through sex toys, but struggles to deliver on its provocative premise.

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Nam Ji-hyun as female protagonist Yeon-su in a still from K-drama Make Me Tingle.
Nam Ji-hyun as female protagonist Yeon-su in a still from K-drama Make Me Tingle.
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, October 23-25

This pre-Halloween weekend offers fantasy art, mushrooms matched with Chinese wine, a Lululemon wellness event and, of course, a scary movie.

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American cinema

Review | Clayface: DC’s grisly body-horror thriller is not for the squeamish

Tom Rhys Harries stars in this grotesque tale of Hollywood ambition, betrayal and revenge, which puts a Batman character in the spotlight.

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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | Bird of Paradise: Catherine Chau takes up pole dancing in light-hearted drama

The lighthearted film led by Catherine Chau has its fair share of funny and sweet moments, but its drama relies on remarkably low stakes.

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Catherine Chau in a still from Bird of Paradise (category IIA, Cantonese), directed by Joey Wu. Peter Chan, Yeung Nga-man co-star.
Asian cinema

Best movies from the 2026 Busan Film Festival, including Midday Meal

From Long Long Night to Silver Express and Possible Love, here are 10 of the best films that were shown at the 2026 Busan Film Festival.

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Kheyri Zakeri (left) and Mohammad Rahimi in a still from Midday Meal, winner of this year’s best film award at the Busan International Film Festival. Photo: Mani Majidi
Kheyri Zakeri (left) and Mohammad Rahimi in a still from Midday Meal, winner of this year’s best film award at the Busan International Film Festival. Photo: Mani Majidi
Artificial intelligence

How AI is reshaping microdramas as video format takes a ‘generational jump’

Microdrama industry insiders share effects of recent AI advances, from aiding editing to replacing actors. Is it a useful tool or a curse?

American cinema

What The Prestige reveals about Christopher Nolan’s cinematic obsession 20 years on

Christopher Nolan’s 2006 film The Prestige is a complex story of obsession and ambition, played out with a stellar cast.

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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Why The Wild, Wild Rose is the late Grace Chang’s greatest film triumph

Mambo Girl made Grace Chang a star but, arguably, her finest role was Sijia, the sexually charged nightclub singer in The Wild, Wild Rose.

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Grace Chang in a still from The Wild, Wild Rose (1960). Photo: courtesy of Cathay-Keris Films
Grace Chang in a still from The Wild, Wild Rose (1960). Photo: courtesy of Cathay-Keris Films
American cinema

Review | Klara and the Sun: Jenna Ortega is an android in upbeat but syrupy sci-fi

Jenna Ortega plays an android bought as a companion to a young girl, portrayed by Mia Tharia, in this optimistic tale of a dystopian future.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this long weekend, October 16-19

Get yourself inked up, watch a ballet performance, indulge in an immersive yoga programme, or catch a road movie this holiday weekend.

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Korean drama reviews

The Remarried Empress: Shin Min-a leads royal romance fantasy on Disney+

Royal intrigue, romance and betrayal are wrapped in lavish sets and opulent costumes in the Disney+ adaptation of a popular webtoon.

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Shin Min-a in a still from The Remarried Empress, a K-drama adapted from the web novel of the same name by Alphatart. Photo: Disney
Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | Good Trip: Nick Cheung, Chung Suet-ying hit the road in bittersweet comedy

Nick Cheung plays a terminally ill father who is taken on a road trip by his daughter, played by Chung Suet-ying, in heartwarming comedy.

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Chung Suet-ying (left) and Nick Cheung in a still from Good Trip (category IIA, Cantonese, Japanese), directed by Norris Wong and Wong Hoi.
Chung Suet-ying (left) and Nick Cheung in a still from Good Trip (category IIA, Cantonese, Japanese), directed by Norris Wong and Wong Hoi.
TV shows and streaming video

Review | Koji Yakusho is forgotten in Netflix comedy Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?

Koji Yakusho plays a famous Japanese actor who is suddenly forgotten by his nation as a vaccine’s side effect.

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American cinema

‘I’m a huge gamer’: Callina Liang on playing Chun-Li in Street Fighter

Callina Liang talks about the traits she shares with her character, past work with Lucy Liu and Benedict Wong, and her Chinese cinema dreams.

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Art

From its Chinese architect to manga, how Asian influences abound in Lucas Museum

At the new Los Angeles museum designed by Beijing-born architect Ma Yansong, Asian touches are everywhere.

Miss Ko² (Project Ko²), a life-size sculpture by Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami, in the manga gallery of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles. Photo: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
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