Beloved icon in Hong Kong cinema, Michael Hui Koon-man, recently shared his childhood memories where his family resorted to eating tree bark– a lesson that shaped his enduring philosophy of “doing anything for a meal.”
In the new talk show "The Spirit of the Lion Rock," hosted by Trade Development Council Chairman Frederick Ma Si-hang, the veteran actor reflected on how his past struggles with poverty inspired his work.
As the show's first guest, Hui revealed that his parents initially opposed his dreams of entering the entertainment industry considering its uncertain future.
However, his innate love of performing and passion led him to a TV station for an audition, where his talent showed and paved the way for his hosting career.
With the show’s rising popularity, Hui seized the emerging opportunities in film and music, quickly ascending to fame across Asia.
Addressing the challenges facing the film industry today, Hui emphasized the need for innovation, referencing his recent work in “The Last Dance” as an example of Hong Kong's untapped cinematic potential.
Describing the current film industry as being in an "ice age," Hui remained optimistic, believing that it can reclaim its former glory by embracing the Lion Rock Spirit amid challenging times.
Featuring in-depth dialogues with ten guests spanning across different sectors, the show is set for broadcast every Saturdays at 8pm on ViuTV channel 99 and 8.30pm on Now Business News Channel.
Notable guests include cycling superstar Wong Kam-po, billionaire Michael Kadoorie, popular idol Keung To from local boy group Mirror, and martial arts superstar Donnie Yen Chi-tan—all exemplifying the "Lion Rock Spirit" characterized by tenacity, flexibility, determination, and innovation.
