HONG KONG, November 15 — Actress Hera Chan, the 2018 Miss Hong Kong winner, is dominating local entertainment headlines not just for her prominent roles in two anticipated TVB anniversary dramas, but for the unusually intense speculation surrounding her close relationship with veteran actor Roger Kwok, following their recent on-screen pairing as an unlikely couple. The relationship, which has captivated audiences and industry insiders alike, gained further public attention after the two were seen sharing a seemingly intimate late-night outing, amplifying rumors already fueled by Chan’s admission that she had “fallen in love” with Kwok, who is 31 years her senior, during filming.
Chan, 30, and Kwok, 61, starred in the highly anticipated drama The Queen of News, where their characters navigated a poignant relationship with a significant age gap. A particularly compelling deathbed scene between the two generated widespread praise, with Chan’s emotionally raw performance reportedly moving viewers to tears. In a subsequent interview, Chan openly acknowledged the profound connection she felt with the three-time TV King during their collaboration.
The perceived closeness extends beyond the studio. Following a recent Halloween promotional event, the pair, who have been described as inseparable, reportedly left together. Sources indicate Chan drove Kwok to the West Kowloon Cultural District. Upon arrival, they were photographed engaged in a prolonged, private conversation, with Chan frequently smiling broadly—a visible rapport that sources characterize as “remarkably intimate.”
Relationship Dynamics Under Scrutiny
This public closeness emerges amid existing reports regarding Chan’s rumored relationship with fellow actor Brian Chu. Last August, local media outlets claimed Chan and Chu had been secretly dating and cohabitating in an apartment in Sai Wan Ho. However, sources close to the couple noted that Chan temporarily moved out to fully commit herself to her demanding acting schedule, particularly her roles in the anniversary dramas.
Friends of Chu suggest that he recognized a strain in their relationship due to Chan’s professional focus. In response, Chu has reportedly intensified his efforts to support and reconnect with Chan, prioritizing time with her whenever he is not working, sensing potential complications in their future.
When pressed on her relationship status with Chu and the cohabitation reports, Chan offered a vague response, neither confirming nor denying the rumors. However, she volunteered a glowing, detailed appraisal of Chu’s character.
“You shouldn’t only look at his appearance,” Chan stated, emphasizing Chu’s depth. “He has many strengths. He is very attentive, detailed in his thinking, and considers a lot of things he may not express verbally. His inner world is very rich; you truly need to take the time to understand him.”
This high praise for Chu, coupled with recent reports that Chan has moved back into the Sai Wan Ho apartment to continue “getting to know him better,” hints at a complex emotional landscape for the rising star.
The ongoing speculation surrounding Chan’s professional chemistry with Kwok versus her complicated personal relationship with Chu underscores the intense public scrutiny faced by high-profile television personalities in Hong Kong. As The Queen of News continues its run, the real-life drama involving its leading actors appears to be captivating audiences as much as the fictional narratives on screen.
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