Who Got the VIP Invite? Zhu Houren’s 10‑Guest Wedding Line‑up
When veteran actor Zhu Houren’s son, director Jonathan Choo, hosted a lunch banquet for his wedding at the Grand Hyatt Singapore, the name‑and‑face list was a quick glimpse into a close‑circuit of old friends and industry pals. Zhu even broke the news on social media, showing the tea ceremony, the registration slot, and a sweet family snapshot with his wife Vera and younger son Joel.
Who Makes the Short List of 10?
- Chew Chor Meng and his wife – lifelong pals and part of Zhu’s theatre circle.
- Aileen Tan with her husband Gerald Lee – both watched the Choo boys grow up.
- Veterans Richard Low and Vincent Tee – Vincent helped Jonathan with short films; Richard’s friendship with Zhu is fated bliss.
- Lim Teck, the managing director of Clover Films – a longtime collaborator on the upcoming New Year movie Reunion Dinner.
- Aunt of Aileen Tan, who used to work at Zhu’s production house.
- The wedding solemniser and his wife.
Why No More Guests?
Zhu, 66, noted that COVID‑19 had enforced a strict cap. “I wish I could have invited friends like Xiang Yun, Wang Yuqing, Zheng Geping, and Hong Huifang, but the pandemic wrecked the plan,” he wrote.
Only about a hundred people turned up, and there were no performances. The lucky couple handled the MC duties themselves, adding a personal touch to the celebration. After the tux‑and‑chic- gown clink, they’re heading to a romantic Singapore honeymoon stay at Marina Bay Sands and a five‑star hotel on Sentosa.
Final Thoughts
In a time when gowns and aisle‑strolls were being held back, Zhu’s choice of family‑first attendees and industry stalwarts shows that even in robust health regimes, you can still spell out a heartfelt celebration. And the message? It’s all about precious people – and a few extra blossoms for the Viva‑Viva wedding!
