Sandra Ng’s Incredibly Humble Teaching Moment
When it comes to parenting, Sandra Ng decided the best lesson is a bit of hard work and a cheerful surprise. The Hong Kong star paid her 16‑year‑old daughter, Jillian, just HK$100 (roughly S$18) for a cameo in her latest movie, Chilli Laugh Story.
The Movie That Keeps Everyone on Their Feet
- Picture a first‑time director, Coba Cheng, steering a film about a whole family stuck at home thanks to the latest Covid‑19 lockdowns.
- It’s a comedy‑drama featuring familiar faces like Ronald Cheng, Gigi Leung, and Mirror’s own Edan Lui.
- The original plan was to wow audiences on Chinese New Year, but the virus made that a no‑go until this month.
Why a Price Tag of One Hundred Nifty? (Bangin’!)
Sandra’s gesture may look modest, but she said Jillian was still thrilled. “The money’s a token, but the experience? Priceless,” Sandra told the media in an interview that’s as warm as a cup of tea.
She wanted Jillian to see the real grind actors walk through – the long hours, the on‑camera nerves, and the occasional mishap that can only be fixed with a bit of humor.
Teaching the Young Ones About Their Own Culture
Jillian’s studying abroad, so her daily exposure to Cantonese culture is a bit limited. Sandra hoped the on‑set adventure would be a mini cultural crash course.
Family Dynamics in the Spotlight
With the film focusing on family bonds, Sandra told reporters how her teenage daughter has become independent and “no longer the strict disciplinarian” she once was. Ronald Cheng joked, “Sandra is a very open‑minded mum,” citing the age‑old conversation about birds and bees that began when Jillian was eight.
It started when Jillian shared that a schoolboy was eager to kiss her. Sandra calmly said, “Let’s talk—it’s all part of growing up. I keep checking in and encourage natural conversations.”
Takeaway: Small Pay, Big Lesson
Jane may start her journey in acting with a humble cameo, but she’s stepping onto a stage that’s all about the earnest undertones of family life, learning, and emancipation. And hey, that one HK$100? You’d think she’d put that into a treat, but here it truly changed her perspective.
So next time you think about hard work, remember that a small action—paying a teenager a few bucks for a role—can serve as a powerful reminder that learning comes from experience, not just money.
