TVB’s Showdown: New Faces Bite the Spotlight (And Fans’ Hearts)
TVB’s Anniversary Gala on November 19 was less about the usual ballads and more about a flash‑of‑sparkle dance crew that clearly didn’t win the audience’s “Most Memorable Performance” yet. Still, those 20 young actresses made everyone talk.
What Went Down on Stage
- The performers arrived in blue jackets and white, waist‑tight miniskirts, jazzing up the set to the Cantonese hit “Beauty and the Beat.”
- Except for one, every dancer slid the zipper on their jacket to tug out sexy bikini tops – the undergarments barely looping around their hips gave a real “red‑handed” feel.
- In the finale, veteran actress Fan Yik Man (51) took over the spotlight in a black see‑through long‑sleeve, black bikini, and shorts that swayed with tiny chains – a nostalgic nod to the 1991 Miss Hong Kong crown.
Fan Praise & Sassy Comments
Netizens were split between admiration and snark.
- “Cayley Mak really stole the theme!” – a glowing YouTube shout‑out.
- “The Miss Hong Kong contestants danced beautifully.” – another admirer on the platform.
- Some joked the outfits resembled “beer ladies” (the street vendors who sell drinks). “TVB Anniversary Beer Lady Show,” they chuckled.
Why Some Fans Were Livid
Not everyone appreciated the steamy dance. One Mandarin YouTuber ripped TVB: “This kind of dance that sells sex has washed away TVB’s 55 years of glory!” Another accused the station of objectifying women, even naming Eric Tsang as “true lecher.”
How the Finale Wrapped Up
After the final beat, the dancers “unzipped” together in a synchronized show of modesty—but the reaction was ambiguous. Some media wondered whether the swift zipped‑up moment was to cover up or simply a performance flourish.
For the full sight‑sight, click the embedded YouTube clip that captures the moment.
Takeaway
While the dance certainly lit up social feeds, the debate about appropriateness keeps it alive. TVB may ace the music and lights, but how it portrays women will continue to stir conversations long after the music fades.
