“She’s amazing, so obviously it makes sense that I don’t measure up in comparison,” the Hong Kong actor and director said Stefano Fungcandidly responding to online rumors that he is falling behind his wife, award-winning actress and now acclaimed director Shu Qi.
At a recent press event on October 26th to promote his next film Return 4Fung put the spotlight on his wife’s growing directorial success. Shu Qi recently made headlines for his directorial debut Lasswhich earned her the Best Director Award at the Busan International Film Festival, a significant milestone marking her transition from acting to film.
“He’s collecting awards left and right, I think I better start collecting some trophies of my own,” Fung joked. Despite his playful tone, his comments come amid growing public confrontations over the pair’s respective achievements.
Stephen Fung, who began his career in the entertainment industry in 1997 as part of the boy group Dry, has built a respectable career as an actor, singer and director. Notable projects to his credit include Generation X cops, A man called hero, Enter the PhoenixAND House of Fury. Although he won a Golden Melody Award for Best Music Video Director, critics and fans often note that his accolades do not match the volume of Shu Qi’s illustrious portfolio.
However, Fung expressed sincere pride in Shu Qi’s recent achievements. “Although his victory makes me no happier than if it had been mine, I am sincerely proud. But perhaps it is time for me to recover.” he admitted smiling.
He also responded to comments from netizens criticizing his acting as inferior to that of his wife. “It’s amazing. It’s no wonder people think I don’t measure up,” he said, showing no sign of getting defensive.
Shu Qi, 49, celebrated her birthday in April with a quiet party together with her husband. Reflecting on aging, she shared on social media: “Birthdays are an opportunity to do what you want, but as you get older, wishes become simpler.” He also offered his eight life insights, emphasizing gratitude, letting go of attachment, and living with simplicity and purpose.
The couple, who married in 2016 after knowing each other for two decades, remain one of Asia’s most admired celebrity couples, balancing fame, humility and mutual support in an industry often fraught with competition.
As Stephen Fung returns to the screen, fans and critics are watching to see if his latest film will mark a new chapter in his career trajectory, one that will perhaps earn him some of the accolades currently showered on his talented wife.
Sources: Znews
