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South China Morning Post
11 hours ago
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Chinese officials not amused by women's humour in popular online stand-up shows
A provincial authority in China has lashed out at online stand-up comedy shows, accusing some of attacking men and 'stirring up gender antagonism'. In its notice on Sunday, the Zhejiang provincial publicity department did not refer to any specific content but its comments come as a number of performances by women comedians addressing gender-related topics have gained popularity in recent weeks. The shows provide a unique space for discussing social issues, including problems faced by women, but the Zhejiang department said some of the content had 'gradually deviated from humour and simplified gender topics into pitting men and women against each other'. The department said such content was 'an effective way to attract eyeballs' and that 'getting clicks doesn't equal having value'. 24:36 'Telling my own truth': How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood 'Telling my own truth': How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood It said that an 'extreme online environment' magnified antagonism, so that some jokes about male characteristics could be understood as 'attacking all men' and some jokes making fun of phenomena related to women could be labelled misogynistic.
South China Morning Post
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Chinese officials accuse popular online stand-up shows of stirring ‘gender antagonism'
Chinese authorities are accusing online stand-up comedy shows of 'stirring up gender antagonism', after performances featuring female comedians addressing gender-related topics have gained popularity in recent weeks. Advertisement The shows provide a unique space for discussing social issues, including problems faced by women, but the Zhejiang province publicity department said some of the content had 'gradually deviated from humour and simplified gender topics into pitting men and women against each other'. The article published on the department's official WeChat account on Sunday said such content was 'an effective way to attract eyeballs' and that 'getting clicks doesn't equal having value'. 24:36 'Telling my own truth': How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood 'Telling my own truth': How Jimmy O. Yang found success in comedy and in Hollywood It further said an 'extreme online environment' magnified antagonism, so that some jokes about male characteristics could be understood as 'attacking all men' and some jokes making fun of phenomena related to women could be labelled misogynistic. Creators must find a balance between 'offending the audience' and striking a chord, the Zhejiang article said as it called for constructive criticism and discussion, and urged them to reveal 'life's absurdities through lightheartedness and bridge division with laughter'. 'We sincerely hope that the rising stand-up comedy scene can become more rational and profound, with less division and more understanding,' it said. Advertisement Although the statement did not name any content, authorities were referring to the latest seasons of King of Comedy, which debuted on iQIYI video platform on July 11, and Rock and Roast, which was shown on Tencent video on June 27. In recent weeks, multiple comedy bits by women have gone viral online and struck a chord with netizens. In one particular performance on King of Comedy, Fan Chunli, a 50-year-old woman from a small rural village, said that when she told her parents she wanted a divorce from her abusive husband, her family thought it was shameful and refused to support her.
South China Morning Post
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Jimmy O. Yang and John Lee bonded over their time at Hong Kong's Wah Yan College
City leader John Lee Ka-chiu and renowned Hong Kong-American stand-up comedian Jimmy O. Yang met to discuss their time at Wah Yan College and the future of local showbusiness, it has been revealed. Advertisement Lee graduated from Wah Yan College, Kowloon, while O. Yang attended Wah Yan College, Hong Kong. Joining the duo at the gathering was Commissioner for Belt and Road Nicholas Ho Lik-chi, who was O. Yang's classmate. The recent meetup was revealed in a post on the Chinese social media platform Weibo by O. Yang's management company CAA on Saturday. The three men shared 'campus memories and interesting stories', according to the post. Advertisement Accompanying photos showed the three toasting with commemorative water cups from the 'Wah Yan One Family' alumni organisation. It did not mention when or where the gathering took place or how long it lasted.
South China Morning Post
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Galaxy Macau wraps up a blockbuster summer of live entertainment
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Macau has once again been lit up by Galaxy Macau™ this summer with an unprecedented series of performances that reinforced the city's reputation as the 'City of Performing Arts'. Over the span of just a few weeks, the integrated resort welcomed more than 100,000 spectators to its premier entertainment venues, with performances by Cantopop legend Jacky Cheung, international comedy sensation Jimmy O. Yang and the sizzling Australian troupe Thunder from Down Under. Presented by Galaxy Macau, these blockbuster shows have infused the city with vibrant energy, drawing tourists and locals alike for nights of music, laughter and spectacle. Jacky Cheung, the king of Cantopop, commands the stage at Galaxy Arena during his 60+ Concert Tour, moving thousands with timeless hits and heartfelt storytelling. From June 20 to July 6, Jacky Cheung, the king of Cantopop, made a triumphant return to Macau with his 60+ Concert Tour. Sponsored by FWD Insurance and held at Galaxy Arena, the city's largest indoor venue with a 16,000-seat capacity, the nine sold-out shows drew over 90,000 concerts were far more than a trip down memory lane. Instead, they marked a major turning point in Cheung's storied career, bringing out his enduring passion for music and a level of showmanship that continues to win over fans across generations. Jacky Cheung's rich, emotive voice filled the arena with timeless hits, while heartfelt stories added a personal touch. His powerful voice filled the arena with timeless hits while heartfelt interactions and personal stories added a touch of intimacy to the grandeur. Fans were seen swaying, singing and at times tearing up as his rich, emotive voice swept them through decades of cherished from its immersive acoustics to its thoughtful seating design, the technical brilliance of the Galaxy Arena elevated the experience into something close to magical.
South China Morning Post
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
The Hong Kong pixel artist going viral for his nostalgic Instagram art
On Instagram feeds cluttered with polished 3D renders and AI-generated everything, the retro charm of pixel art cuts through like a glitch in the matrix. And right now, one of the genre's rising online stars just happens to be a 33-year-old Hongkonger. Advertisement For ex-gamers, or frankly anyone who grew up in the glow of a Game Boy screen, a single post by the creator known as Fatbeard delivers an instant dopamine hit of nostalgia. Best known for his nuanced depictions of Japan, he recently got a shout-out from Hollywood star Jimmy O. Yang , putting a new spin on his work. Here's how it happened. He just went viral (thanks, Jimmy O. Yang) Until recently, Fatbeard's art mostly reached only a loyal following of gamers, artists and Japanophiles, with the odd viral post. His most recent traffic spike? Courtesy of none other than Hong Kong darling Jimmy O. Yang. Earlier this year, the comedian and actor slid into his DMs after seeing one of his posts: a lovingly rendered 7-Eleven in front of Mount Fuji. The two struck up a conversation about collaborating on a tour poster. 'Jimmy mentioned he loved the 'old' Hong Kong,' Fatbeard says, referring to an interview where Yang reminisced about leaving the city aged 13. 'Since Jimmy has a global audience, I wanted to showcase the authenticity of the city and show people how amazing it can be.' The tour poster never came to fruition, but Fatbeard began working on an animation instead, doing a deep dive into the comedian's Hong Kong-related Insta posts and even going to his show. The resulting reel, which Yang shared with his 2.5 million followers on Monday, combines elements from Central, Sham Shui Po and Mong Kok, and features Easter eggs ranging from Yang's favourite roast goose restaurant to the city's 渠王 (Drain King) graffiti and several mischievous-looking Labubu. He's a self-taught artist (but studied economics) You'd think someone this detail-oriented would have spent their formative years in art school, but that's not the case. 'I never had the opportunity to pursue an arts degree, despite my desire to do so,' Fatbeard says. Growing up in a traditional Hong Kong household meant economics won out over fine arts. Dropping art at A-level, he went on to study at Royal Holloway, University of London, getting an economics degree and continuing his art on the side.
