Tough mum Cherrie Ying forces son, 7, to learn Chinese, says ‘He doesn’t need to like me too much’
Cherrie Ying: The Scholarly Mom Who Doesn’t Back Down
Cherrie Ying, the 37‑year‑old superstar from Hong Kong and wife of actor Jordan Chan, dropped a reality‑tv bomb on her son Jasper during an episode of Welcome To New Life. The scene got people talking because it hit a nerve—this is not your typical “just say hi” family‑friendly clip.
How the Session Went Awry
Picture this: Jasper, a lanky teenage boy from an international school, is about to learn Mandarin. Cherrie, eyes on the clock, turns the lesson into a tone‑matching drill. But instead of the usual “wow, I love my mom!” response, Jasper swallows a yawn, swallows some syllables, and even forgets some of the words already taught. He’s clearly not digging the vibe.
Mom’s Master Plan: A Sweat‑Punishing Reality Check
When it became apparent that Jasper was winding down his attention span, Cherrie pulled out the classic “runs a finger from here to the other” tactic—she had trouble on his face and their mother‑child dynamic was put on the line. Jasper’s eyes widened; a single tear left a streak from dad’s point of view. But instead of swooning with forgiveness, Cherrie hulked out.
“You have to know Chinese. It’s no use being upset,” she told him. “And no pretending everything’s fine just by staying quiet.”
Letting the Kids Know They’re Not Bait
Cherrie explained why Jasper struggles: he’s in an international school that mostly talks in English, so Beijing’s characters are a tough stretch. She stressed that resisting her is a normal part of growing up: “My mother didn’t push me, so I never hated her. That’s why I turned out the way I did.”*
In other words, nothing to be super freaked about—even when you see the tears—just a reminder that growth needs grit.
Bottom Line
Cherrie Ying isn’t your typical “mom of the moment” character; she’s the veteran who forces the hard truths. Short of a breath‑taking grin, she’s doing her job perfect—shaping a kid who can speak Chinese and stand his ground.
Sharon Au comes clean about her fake marriage
Sharon Au’s Ring Conspiracy Revealed
Who knew the glitter on Sharon Au’s finger could spark a mini‑whodunit? Turns out, it’s less about a love‑story and more about a clever (and slightly fib‑based) stunt.
Why She Pretended to be Married
- Post‑grad confusion: Fresh out of university and back from Japan, the only thing people asked her about was “Are you married?”
- Gender‑bias bluff: She imagined that if a 37‑year‑old man had just graduated, the conversation would revolve around his job, not his love life.
- Roll the dice: “So I went ahead and invented that I was married,” she admitted.
Ring‑ed Decision
There’s a ring to that story—literally. Sharon bought herself a diamond, thinking it would act as the perfect prop for the lie.
Plan’s Initial Success
For a while, it worked. No one pushed her about her relationship status because, apparently, “marriage” is the default end‑game for women.
Reality Check in Paris
When she moved to the City of Light in 2018, the question resurfaced: “What does your husband think of your big move?” She found herself at a loss, and the truth began to creep out.
Truth Telling Moment
On “Hear U Out,” a meWATCH talk show, Sharon finally came clean. She’s single—yet again—despite the rosy ring.
She called her earlier deception one of her “biggest regrets,” but overall, it’s a story about the absurd expectations society puts on our personal choices. Next time you see a sparkling finger, you might want to ask: “What’s the story behind this bling?”
Ex-Mediacorp actor Zhang Zhenhuan reveals he’s going to be a dad
Zhang Zhenhuan’s Christmas Surprise Turns Out to Be Baby‑Bump Season!
Just when everyone’s counting down to the holiday lights and the last-minute gift wrap, ex‑Mediacorp star Zhang Zhenhuan (now headed for the big city, Beijing) drops a bombshell that’s way more heart‑warming than any present: he’s going to be a dad.
How the News Came Out
On Friday, Nov 27, the 36‑year‑old actor posted a selfie on Instagram featuring none other than his girlfriend, Sally Pan. The pair were decked out in Christmas sweaters—complete with holly garters—while Sally proudly displayed the evidence of her upcoming arrival.
In a sweet caption he wrote: “I want to spend the rest of my life with you.”
Why It Was Unexpected
- Red‑eye alert: They’d split up and stopped following each other back in April 2019.
- No social‑media chatter for a while, so the pregnancy reveal seemed almost too good to be true.
- But the photo proves otherwise: lovebirds reunited, cheeks flushed, and a wobbly belly in the mix.
So from what seemed like a holiday‑themed duo photoshoot, you get an epic plot twist—Zhang’s got a baby on the way and he’s ready to trade his acting roles for diaper duty!
Take the Two-Year-Old (or 36‑Year‑Old) Gift of Parenthood
When you’re caught between wanting no surprises and then being a little surprised by a tiny, roundish surprise, you know it’s season‑proper. Let the festive season bring you joy… plus a little bundle of joy.
