Hong Kong film legend Chow Yun-fat, who has just turned 70, spent the New Year period in Guangzhou promoting his new film “Detective Tang 1900” alongside the mainland Chinese cast. Wherever he went, crowds of fans screaming “Brother Fat” greeted him enthusiastically, and his new hairstyle was praised as “youthful and handsome,” leaving him unable to wipe the smile off his face.
This Lunar New Year, Chow Yun-fat starred in the holiday film “Detective Tang 1900,” directed by Chen Sicheng, alongside mainland actors Wang Baoqiang and Liu Haoran. The film has already grossed over 800 million RMB in just 2 days since its release, ranking second in the New Year box office right behind the family-friendly animated movie “Ne Zha.”
During his recent promotional tour in Guangzhou, Chow Yun-fat caused a stir wherever he went. “Flexing posts” capturing Chow Yun-fat flooded social media platforms in mainland China. One netizen shared that they bumped into the film crew of “Detective Tang 1900” while out shopping, and Chow Yun-fat was the only star who walked into the crowd, shook hands, and thanked everyone, leading them to believe that they would have a year full of good luck.
Pictures circulating online show Chow Yun-fat in a red jacket, with a radiant smile on his face, graciously greeting the local residents as he walked. Sporting a new look with black hair on top and white sideburns, he exudes a stylish and youthful aura different from his on-screen character. Fans lining both sides of the event venue erupted in excitement upon Chow Yun-fat’s appearance, feverishly taking pictures with their phones and shouting praises like “Wow! Chow Yun-fat,” “Brother Fat,” and “So handsome!”
Touched by the warmth of the crowd, Chow Yun-fat mingled with the audience, exchanging fist bumps and handshakes, earning him the reputation of a “real superstar” with his down-to-earth demeanor.