While his wife local actress Joanne Peh is settling personal matters in Guangzhou with their two young children, Qi Yuwu returned to Singapore safely on Jan 29 and will quarantine himself for 14 days.
The Chinese city is the actor’s hometown, and both of them and their children were there since before Chinese New Year to celebrate with his parents.
The actor told AsiaOne that he was there for a total of nine days. The situation wasn’t that serious when he departed for Guangzhou, and it was only around the third day of the trip that things took a turn for the worse.
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This is the first time he’s ever been quarantined, however, he is voluntarily imposing it on himself.
Yuwu, 43, added that because of his self-imposed quarantine, his filming commitments have been postponed accordingly, and he feels bad that the production team has to reschedule and incur additional costs. However, he is aware that such measures are in place to ensure the safety of the people in Singapore.
He added that Guangzhou wasn’t feeling particular festive and celebratory over the Chinese New Year period because the streets were devoid of people and vehicles. However, he was very touched at how medical personnel made sacrifices to fight on the frontlines, and how the Chinese listened to the government’s advice to stay indoors.
“What I saw in China was a lot of medical personnel courageously putting their lives on the line to fight despite not having a full understanding of the virus. They upheld their responsibilities and cancelled their long leave. Some even travelled to Wuhan to help in the situation there, and persevered despite the lack of facilities and resources. It’s an admirable spirit,” Yuwu said.
He hopes that Singaporeans can be more mindful when it comes to the precautionary measures such as wearing masks, washing hands, and avoiding crowded areas.
He said: “When everyone is united, we can tide over this difficult time. Now that it (Wuhan virus) is a global matter, everyone is involved. Ultimately, I believe we can overcome this obstacle.”
Keeping the Crew Safe: A Behind-the-Scenes Check-In
In a nutshell, the top media exec, Doreen Neo, has put the well‑being of everyone on the set front and center.
What’s the Plan?
- Strict SOPs are in place—think of them as a giant hug for every member of the crew.
- The guidelines aren’t made in a vacuum; they’re tightly aligned with official rules from both the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Manpower.
- Every line filmed is done with a big dose of caution, because safety isn’t just a buzzword—it’s our daily work ethic.
Going Forward – Eyes on the Horizon
Doreen’s update: “We’re still rolling cameras, but we’re keeping a close eye on how things evolve.” It’s like watching a live news feed—only with more drama.
And just to lighten the mood, a side note from the fan-favorite Joanne Peh—in Guangzhou, she noted a “no kid-sized masks” situation and joked about using adult ones to fit her little ones. A humorous reminder that even in serious times, we find ways to laugh.
All in all, it’s a reassuring message: the crew’s health is the top priority, and the producer’s got a solid game plan to keep everyone safe.
