Lists

Gong Li and Stephen Chow attend a promotional event for Flirting Scholar in 1993. Gong rose to fame as the muse of China’s Fifth Generation directors, starring in art-house classics such as Ju Dou, Raise the Red Lantern and Farewell My Concubine, but found time during the 1990s to make a batch of lesser-known commercial films in Hong Kong. Photo: SCMP

Entertainment

3 of Gong Li’s surprising 1990s Hong Kong movie roles

Gong switched gears after making it in Chinese art-house films, starring with Stephen Chow, Brigitte Lin and others in lesser-known movies.

11 Jan 2026 - 5:15PMvideocam

8 new TV series to watch this winter, including Bridgerton Season 4

11 Jan 2026 - 4:15AM

8 of the best new K-drama series to watch in January 2026

30 Dec 2025 - 8:15PMvideocam

Entertainment

The 12 best Asian films of 2025: Ne Zha 2, Kokuho and more

Our pick of the best Asian films of the past year includes a record-breaking animation and a movie that is nothing short of breathtaking.

30 Dec 2025 - 4:15PMvideocam

Ryo Yoshizawa in a still from Kokuho, one of the Post’s best Asian films of the past year. Photo: Shuichi Yoshida/ASP

K-drama

The 15 best K-dramas of 2025 ranked, from Melo Movie to Squid Game 3

Here are our 15 favourite Korean dramas from the past year, which also include Dear X, Typhoon Family, Way Back Love, Aema and Nine Puzzles.

28 Dec 2025 - 7:15AMvideocam

Entertainment

The Hong Kong films released in 2025 ranked from worst to best

It was a rough year for Hong Kong cinema – only Another World made more than HK$14 million locally – but there were still some gems released.

31 Dec 2025 - 2:45AM

Chinese culture

Explainer | What is the winter solstice? History, food and how Hong Kong celebrates

Known as dung zi in Cantonese and dongzhi in Mandarin, the winter solstice is one of the most important celebrations for Chinese families.

18 Dec 2025 - 5:15PMvideocam

A luxury poon choi from Hong Kong restaurant Duddell’s. Poon choi is a popular meal for family gatherings during the winter solstice in China. Photo: Nicholas Wong / Sixteen Photography

Entertainment

12 new Hollywood movies to watch this winter, from Hamnet to Song Sung Blue

Project Hail Mary, Wuthering Heights, Anaconda and Scream 7 join Hamnet, Song Sung Blue and others on our list of anticipated upcoming films.

18 Dec 2025 - 7:15AMvideocam

Entertainment

Want to find solace in film? 10 movies that may offer catharsis and hope

Following last week’s tragic fire at a Tai Po estate in Hong Kong, we look at films in which humanity endures through the darkest of hours.

1 Dec 2025 - 6:15PMvideocam

Health & Wellness

What is a fast metabolism, and does it gradually slow down as you age?

Your metabolism is affected by lifestyle, your gut biome and even muscle mass. Age does have an impact, but not in the way you might think.

4 Nov 2025 - 4:15PM

Most people can keep their metabolism healthy well into later life by staying active, eating well and maintaining strength and muscle mass. Photo: Shutterstock

Entertainment

3 major video game releases in autumn 2025, including Borderlands 4

Loot shooter Borderlands 4, Sega’s new Sonic title and Mafia sequel The Old Country are all out now. Here’s what makes each one stand out.

18 Oct 2025 - 4:15PM

A screenshot from Borderlands 4, the latest release in the hit loot shooter series. Other new video games this autumn include Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Mafia: The Old Country. Photo: 2K Games

Entertainment

12 of the best movies at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival 2025

Highlights of the 22nd HKAFF include local film Another World, Japanese period epic Kokuho and South Korea’s The World of Love.

1 Oct 2025 - 12:45PMvideocam

K-drama

6 of the best new K-drama series to watch in October 2025

Catch Bae Suzy and Kim Woo Bin in fantasy romance Genie, Make a Wish, and Jung So-min and Choi Woo-shik in comedy Would You Marry Me?

29 Sep 2025 - 7:15AMvideocam

Entertainment

4 Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 events in Hong Kong that escape the crowds

Besides popular Mid-Autumn events like the Victoria Park carnival that draw huge crowds, here are some low-key ways to celebrate the festival.

25 Sep 2025 - 5:25PM

Tai O, a fishing village on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island, will mark the Mid-Autumn Festival with its annual Tai O Night Boat Parade. Photo: Tai O Heritage Hotel

Health & Wellness

Don’t drink enough water? 9 side effects you should know about

Not drinking enough water can affect you in many surprising ways beyond just thirst and headaches. Two doctors spell out the details.

1 Sep 2025 - 7:15PM

Not drinking enough water can lead to prematurely ageing skin.
Photo: Shutterstock — Not drinking enough water can lead to prematurely ageing skin. Photo: Shutterstock

Food & Drink

5 new Hong Kong coffee shops to visit in September 2025

New cafes this month include a popular chain’s branch at Hong Kong International Airport and two cult coffee shops’ relocations.

1 Sep 2025 - 4:18PM

K-drama

13 of the best new K-drama series to watch in September 2025

From crypto comedy To the Moon to spy action-drama Tempest and miniseries No Mercy, here’s what Korean drama fans should catch in September.

8 Sep 2025 - 10:13PMvideocam

OPINION

Andrew Sun

Mouthing Off | Truffles and tomahawks: 6 annoying food trends to take off the menu in 2024

3 Jan 2024 - 8:15AM

Charmaine Mok

On the Menu | The best of 2023 in food: my favourite dishes and drinks of the year

4 Jan 2024 - 2:41PM

Charmaine Mok

On the Menu | December 2023: 5 food and drink events in Hong Kong to put on your calendar

1 Dec 2023 - 5:15PM

Yulia Ezhikova

Opinion | Why it’s time to take a hard look at our relationship with alcohol

6 Feb 2023 - 4:45PM

Charmaine Mok

On the Menu | How can we be better diners in 2023? 6 tips to make restaurants love you

28 Dec 2022 - 12:43PM

Yulia Ezhikova

Opinion | 7 sparkling wine alternatives to pricey champagne for the holiday season

6 Dec 2022 - 5:15PM

Lists

3 of Gong Li’s surprising 1990s Hong Kong movie roles

Gong switched gears after making it in Chinese art-house films, starring with Stephen Chow, Brigitte Lin and others in lesser-known movies.

8 new TV series to watch this winter, including Bridgerton Season 4

8 of the best new K-drama series to watch in January 2026

The 12 best Asian films of 2025: Ne Zha 2, Kokuho and more

Our pick of the best Asian films of the past year includes a record-breaking animation and a movie that is nothing short of breathtaking.

The 15 best K-dramas of 2025 ranked, from Melo Movie to Squid Game 3

Here are our 15 favourite Korean dramas from the past year, which also include Dear X, Typhoon Family, Way Back Love, Aema and Nine Puzzles.

The Hong Kong films released in 2025 ranked from worst to best

It was a rough year for Hong Kong cinema – only Another World made more than HK$14 million locally – but there were still some gems released.

.css-sioo19{color:#c79a00;}Explainer | What is the winter solstice? History, food and how Hong Kong celebrates

Known as dung zi in Cantonese and dongzhi in Mandarin, the winter solstice is one of the most important celebrations for Chinese families.

12 new Hollywood movies to watch this winter, from Hamnet to Song Sung Blue

Project Hail Mary, Wuthering Heights, Anaconda and Scream 7 join Hamnet, Song Sung Blue and others on our list of anticipated upcoming films.

Want to find solace in film? 10 movies that may offer catharsis and hope

Following last week’s tragic fire at a Tai Po estate in Hong Kong, we look at films in which humanity endures through the darkest of hours.

What is a fast metabolism, and does it gradually slow down as you age?

Your metabolism is affected by lifestyle, your gut biome and even muscle mass. Age does have an impact, but not in the way you might think.

3 major video game releases in autumn 2025, including Borderlands 4

Loot shooter Borderlands 4, Sega’s new Sonic title and Mafia sequel The Old Country are all out now. Here’s what makes each one stand out.

12 of the best movies at the Hong Kong Asian Film Festival 2025

Highlights of the 22nd HKAFF include local film Another World, Japanese period epic Kokuho and South Korea’s The World of Love.

6 of the best new K-drama series to watch in October 2025

Catch Bae Suzy and Kim Woo Bin in fantasy romance Genie, Make a Wish, and Jung So-min and Choi Woo-shik in comedy Would You Marry Me?

4 Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 events in Hong Kong that escape the crowds

Besides popular Mid-Autumn events like the Victoria Park carnival that draw huge crowds, here are some low-key ways to celebrate the festival.

Don’t drink enough water? 9 side effects you should know about

Not drinking enough water can affect you in many surprising ways beyond just thirst and headaches. Two doctors spell out the details.

5 new Hong Kong coffee shops to visit in September 2025

New cafes this month include a popular chain’s branch at Hong Kong International Airport and two cult coffee shops’ relocations.

13 of the best new K-drama series to watch in September 2025

From crypto comedy To the Moon to spy action-drama Tempest and miniseries No Mercy, here’s what Korean drama fans should catch in September.

.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}Mouthing Off | Truffles and tomahawks: 6 annoying food trends to take off the menu in 2024

On the Menu | The best of 2023 in food: my favourite dishes and drinks of the year

On the Menu | December 2023: 5 food and drink events in Hong Kong to put on your calendar

Opinion | Why it’s time to take a hard look at our relationship with alcohol

On the Menu | How can we be better diners in 2023? 6 tips to make restaurants love you

Opinion | 7 sparkling wine alternatives to pricey champagne for the holiday season

Explainer | What is the winter solstice? History, food and how Hong Kong celebrates

Mouthing Off | Truffles and tomahawks: 6 annoying food trends to take off the menu in 2024