Yao Wenlong Gets Pumped Up for Strike Gold—and It’s a Fight for the Ages!
Ever wondered what it’s like to dive headlong into the world of muay thai to pad up for a drama role? Yao Wenlong, the seasoned Mediacorp actor, has just done it.
Three Keys to Yao’s Blue‑Blooded Transformation
- Healing Hands and Throbbing Heartbeats – He’s taken on the mantle of Mei Youyong, a former fight‑ring legend who’s lost everything, including his daughter.
- Life‑Sucking Alcohol and Re‑Existing Ambition – Facing personal trauma, Youyong turns to the bottle, but this role has pushed Yao to a new level of determination.
- Unexpected Body‑Swap – While shooting Your World In Mine, the director marveled at Yao’s newfound “model” physique, prompting a double‑tune of action and family drama.
Yao’s journey started with a tear‑jerker moment. “I almost cried when I first started practice!” he confesses. By the third round, however, his confidence shot through the roof and he could feel the adrenaline rush.
Training Mist & Miracle Moment
It’s not all punches and kicks: Yao admits “basic moves feel fine because I’ve been practicing for about three or four months.” But the real challenge is how long he can keep that strength—especially when filming two demanding dramas simultaneously.
During the overlap, Yao said the phantom of Mei was intense with the protective “uncle” image required for Your World In Mine. He had to juggle the grit of a fight‑ring legend with the gentle presence of a veteran father.
Looking Forward
“Even after filming Strike Gold is over, I’ll keep practicing more often,” Yao mused. The future looks like a relentless kick‑boxing montage—so stay tuned for what’s next.
Punching up in his personal life
Meet Wenlong: Actor, Restaurateur, and Dad on a Mission
Wenlong is not just a star in front of the camera—he’s also the mastermind behind Sun Gourmet Kitchen in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. With a menu that’s as bold as his acting chops, the restaurant has become a family hub where film work and culinary adventures collide.
Running Sun Gourmet Kitchen
“I want to try entering different industries. I hope I’ll be able to develop my business everywhere across different countries. After the epidemic, I feel like there are a lot of things that you can’t do by staying solely in one industry.”From spices to scripts, Wenlong is turning his entrepreneurial vision into a reality that spans continents.
Family Life in Johor Bahru
It’s a bustling household where the aroma of butter buns mixes with the chatter of two young teens.
Dad Mode: Friend or Coach?
Wenlong swaps the conventional “dad” voice for a more friendly, playful tone.
He’s quick to talk about school and friends, acting as if he were a kid—watch out for role‑reversal moments!
But he isn’t shy about setting boundaries.
“If she bullies her friend, for example, I would bully her when I have dinner with her that evening. If she’s unhappy about it, I’ll explain to her, ‘You’re not happy now, and so was your friend at the time when you bullied her.’”Through gentle correction and heartfelt dialogue, he ensures Luohui learns empathy—and that sometimes, a joke at dinner can turn a bad day around.
Spotlight: The New Mediacorp Drama – Strike Gold
Fans are gearing up for the fresh storyline while Wenlong balances scripts with sushi and side dishes.
