[Media Interview] Zoe Tay 郑惠玉, Shaun Chen 陈泓宇, and Zhang Zhe Tong 张哲通 《喜乐乐SHARE丰年》

[Media Interview] Zoe Tay 郑惠玉, Shaun Chen 陈泓宇, and Zhang Zhe Tong 张哲通 《喜乐乐SHARE丰年》 

The Little Nyonya II: Emerald Hill

The highly anticipated sequel to The Little Nyonya, The Little Nyonya II: Emerald Hill, is set to premiere on Astro AEC this March. Following the immense popularity of the original series in 2008, lead actors Zoe Tay, Shaun Chen, and Zhang Zhe Tong visited Malaysia to attend Astro’s ‘SHARE The Joy’ fan meeting, where they engaged with fans and discussed the upcoming drama.

No Pressure on Ratings – Just Delivering Their Best

Despite the previous season’s success, the cast expressed that they do not feel pressured regarding the sequel’s viewership ratings. Zoe Tay stated, “We are grateful that the first series sparked interest in Nyonya culture, but this sequel presents a fresh storyline, and we hope it will resonate with audiences in a new way.”

Shaun Chen echoed her sentiment, emphasizing that each cast member was carefully selected through multiple auditions and has put great effort into their respective roles. Zhang Zhe Tong, who plays ‘Huang Zu Ye,’ the adopted son of ‘Yue Niang’ (Jeanette Aw’s character in the previous season), revealed that he rewatched The Little Nyonya to better understand his character’s background.

Diving Deeper into Nyonya Culture & Culinary Experiences

The cast shared how filming the drama helped them gain deeper insight into Nyonya culture. Zoe Tay admitted that, before working on The Little Nyonya, she often confused Peranakan culture with Malay traditions. The show, however, provided her with a better understanding.

Most of the filming took place in Malaysia, specifically in Malacca and Johor, where the cast got the opportunity to experience authentic Nyonya cuisine, such as glutinous rice and Ayam Pongteh. Zhang Zhe Tong recalled an amusing incident where he had to eat an entire Nyonya dumpling in one take, leading to multiple retakes due to its sheer size.

A Story Focused on Emerald Hill with Unique New Characters

Unlike the original The Little Nyonya, which focused on the legacy of its titular character, the sequel shifts its narrative to the ‘Emerald Hill’ family, introducing several new independent characters. Zoe Tay plays the matriarch of the Zhang family, a woman with great responsibility who also battles depression due to past incidents.

The drama also highlights the relationships between the male characters and their wives, bringing a new layer of storytelling and fresh dynamics. Shaun Chen expressed his excitement about this aspect, stating, “The interactions in the series are quite compelling, and audiences will get to see various facets of Nyonya traditions.”

Seamless Collaboration with Taiwanese Actor Xiu Jie Kai

Taiwanese actor Xiu Jie Kai joins the cast as Shaun Chen’s on-screen brother. Addressing the cross-regional collaboration, Shaun praised Hsiu’s professionalism and adaptability. “Despite coming from a different cultural background, he integrated seamlessly into the production, making our interactions feel natural and intense on screen,” he shared.

Zhang Zhe Tong also noted that the chemistry between the Singaporean and Taiwanese actors was smooth, with no language or cultural barriers. “We got along well and had many powerful scenes together,” he added.

Shaun Chen Invests in CNY Film Money Game

In addition to The Little Nyonya II: Emerald Hill, Shaun Chen has also invested in the upcoming Chinese New Year film Money Game, which features Hong Kong veteran actor Eric Tsang. The film is set to be released on 29th January 2025. When asked why he did not act in the film, he humorously explained, “There were already too many characters, and no role suited me.”

Chinese New Year Plans

With the Lunar New Year approaching, Shaun and Zhang Zhe Tong both shared their plans to return to Malaysia to celebrate with their families. Zhang revealed, “Usually, I would go back to Penang to visit my grandmother, but this year, my family is coming to Johor to see me instead.” Meanwhile, Zoe Tay will be busy with countdown and Chap Goh Mei television recordings.

Astro’s ‘SHARE The Joy’ fan meeting allowed fans to connect with the cast and build excitement for The Little Nyonya II: Emerald Hill. The drama, filled with sincerity and attention to detail, is set to bring another wave of appreciation for Nyonya culture when it premieres in March 2025 on Astro AEC. Stay tuned!

[媒体采访] 郑惠玉、陈泓宇、张哲通 出席Astro《喜乐乐SHARE丰年》粉丝见面会

《小娘惹II：翡翠山》即将登场

备受期待的《小娘惹》续集——《小娘惹II：翡翠山》将于今年3月在Astro AEC首播。自2008年原作播出后引起巨大反响，续作再度集结郑惠玉、陈泓宇、张哲通三位主演，他们近日特别来到马来西亚，出席Astro《喜乐乐SHARE丰年》粉丝见面会，与观众交流并分享新剧点滴。

不扛收视压力 只求呈现最佳演出

虽然前作成绩斐然，但主演们一致表示，他们并不会为收视率感到压力，而是更专注于展现最好的演技。郑惠玉表示：“很感恩第一部剧让大家关注娘惹文化，而这次的续作带来全新的故事，希望能为观众带来不同的感受。”

陈泓宇补充道，每位演员都经过多轮试镜才成功获得角色，并为角色付出了极大的努力。张哲通则透露，他所饰演的“黄祖业”是“月娘”（上一季由欧萱饰演）的养子，为了更好地理解角色，他特意重温了整部《小娘惹》。

深入娘惹文化 体验传统美食

剧组成员分享，他们在拍摄过程中对娘惹文化有了更深入的了解。郑惠玉坦言，过去她对娘惹文化和马来文化常有混淆，但通过拍摄这部剧，她对娘惹文化的理解更加深刻。

本剧大部分拍摄地点设于马来西亚，包括马六甲和柔佛，演员们也因此有机会亲身体验正宗娘惹美食，例如糯米饭和Ayam Pongteh（娘惹焖鸡）。张哲通回忆起拍摄时的一段趣事，他曾在某场戏中需要一口气吃完整颗娘惹粽子，结果因体积太大而NG多次，令大家哭笑不得。

以翡翠山家族为核心 讲述全新角色故事

与上一季主要围绕“月娘”展开的剧情不同，《小娘惹II：翡翠山》将重点放在“翡翠山”家族，并引入多个独立新角色。郑惠玉在剧中饰演张家女主人，一个肩负重大责任的女性，同时她的角色也因过去发生的事件而饱受忧郁症折磨。

此外，本剧还特别强调男性角色与其妻子的关系，这些互动为剧情增添了更多新鲜感与故事层次。陈泓宇对此感到兴奋，他表示：“剧中的人物关系非常有张力，观众将看到娘惹文化不同层面的展现。”

与台湾演员修杰楷合作无间

台湾演员修杰楷也加入了本剧阵容，在剧中饰演陈泓宇的弟弟。谈到这次跨国合作，陈泓宇称赞修杰楷的专业精神和适应能力：“他和我们新马的演员也没有代沟，庆幸有他加入，我们不同地方的演员也有了很好的交流。我们三兄弟的戏分都蛮精彩的，你们看了就会知道了。”

张哲通也表示，新加坡和台湾演员之间的合作相当顺畅，几乎没有语言或文化上的障碍。“我们相处得很好，也有许多强烈的戏剧冲突，这些都让剧集更具可看性。”

陈泓宇投资贺岁片《Money Game》

除了参演《小娘惹II：翡翠山》，陈泓宇还投资了即将上映的贺岁电影《Money Game》，该片由香港资深演员曾志伟等人主演，并预计于2025年1月29日上映。谈及为何自己未参演此片，他幽默回应：“角色已经太多了，没有适合我的角色。”

在见面会上，张哲通趁机向陈泓宇自荐：“下次请用我吧，这样制作成本还能省一点！”陈泓宇笑着反驳：“你应该给我钱才对！”两人轻松逗趣的互动引发现场笑声不断。

农历新年计划

随着农历新年即将到来，陈泓宇与张哲通都计划返回马来西亚，与家人团聚。张哲通表示：“以往我都会回槟城探望奶奶，今年则是他们来新山找我。”郑惠玉则透露，她将继续忙于跨年和元宵节的节目录制。

Astro《喜乐乐SHARE丰年》粉丝见面会不仅让观众有机会近距离接触演员们，也成功为《小娘惹II：翡翠山》的上映造势。这部诚意满满、细节精雕细琢的剧集，预计将在2025年3月于Astro AEC播出，敬请期待！

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