10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong fans confuse Nicholas Tse's lookalike for icon, but concert security remains vigilant
An impersonator of Hong Kong Cantopop star Nicholas Tse amused the internet after attending Tse's recent concert, sparking a humorous moment at the security checkpoint when onlookers mistakenly believed that even the icon himself had to go through security at his own show.
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Nicholas Tse Ting-fung is a celebrated Hong Kong actor and singer who debuted in 1996 as a vocalist before transitioning into acting, earning numerous accolades, including the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor.
In addition to his artistic pursuits, he is also well known as an entrepreneur and celebrity chef. In 2014, he launched his acclaimed food travelogue show 'Chef Nic,' and in 2016, he introduced his own lifestyle and food brand under the same name.
On April 24, Tse returned to the concert stage after a 20-year hiatus, making history as the first Chinese-language singer to perform at Hong Kong's iconic Kai Tak Stadium.
In addition to his singing career, Nicholas Tse, above, is a renowned actor in Hong Kong, having received multiple awards, such as the Hong Kong Film Award for Best Actor. Photo: Emperor Entertainment Group
This nostalgic event not only attracted his devoted fans but also featured his mainland lookalike, whose presence generated both confusion and excitement among the crowd.
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A viral video captured the moment at the security checkpoint when a man wearing sunglasses and lowering his mask passed through, triggering fans to scream: 'It's Nicholas Tse!' as cameras flashed in all directions.
