Introduction: Former Hong Kong Chief Secretary for Administration, Henry Tang, announced his candidacy for the position of Chief Executive of Hong Kong last November. However, his image was tarnished after being exposed for illegal construction scandals. Currently, many Hong Kong celebrities and netizens are strongly supporting Andy Lau to become the Chief Executive.
Lau once played the role of a Chief Executive in the 2003 movie "Golden Chicken 2". At the end of last year, a nomination for Chief Executive candidates on a Hong Kong social networking site placed Andy Lau at the top with 32%, surpassing the second-place candidate Timothy To (28%) and the third-place candidate, billionaire Li Ka-shing (23%).
On the 18th, numerous celebrities in the industry took to Weibo to support Andy Lau's candidacy for Chief Executive. Writer Shirley Tse expressed, "One person, one vote! Andy Lau as Chief Executive!" Actor Felix Wu from TVB also wrote, "Mr. Andy Lau, why don't you seriously consider running for Chief Executive?" Winnie Ho, daughter of the gambling tycoon, responded saying, "Agreed, great suggestion! I like diligent and responsible people!"
Opposing Voices: Concealed Marriage Raises Questions About Integrity
However, there are opposing voices. Some netizens mentioned Andy Lau's concealed marriage, criticizing him for not acknowledging his wife, thus raising questions about his integrity.
Andy Lau, who has been in the public eye for over 30 years, has always placed great importance on his image. He is seen by many as a man with shoulders to bear responsibility and backbone. In 2005, Lau mentioned that public figures must be cautious in their public opinion and private lives, should not be selfish, and should not act improperly for personal desires. If it weren't for the revelation of his secret marriage to Zhu Lianqian in 2008, which earned him the title of "King of Lies," Lau would indeed be regarded as a man of righteousness in many people's eyes.
Lau Has Declared No Interest in Running for Office
Nevertheless, Andy Lau has already stated that he has no interest in politics or becoming the Chief Executive. After "Golden Chicken 2," many people suggested that Andy Lau could become the Chief Executive. He once responded, "I want to ask, if I were to become the Chief Executive, when I am criticized, would those who recommended me still support me? Who wouldn't want to be the Chief Executive? But I clearly understand how things might change when truly involved in politics. I choose to remain a popular ordinary citizen." It seems that Hong Kong citizens can only revisit "Golden Chicken 2" to appreciate the demeanor of "Chief Executive Andy Lau."
Article Source: China Charm