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Hindustan Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Singer spends $33 million to buy ‘a whole street of houses' in popular beach city
Taiwanese singer Richie Ren has reportedly spent more than $33 million to buy 'a whole street of houses' in China. According to a report in The Star, the 58-year-old bought a row of houses in Qingdao, a popular Chinese beach destination known for its European-style architecture. Qingdao is a major city in eastern China, located in Shandong Province on the coast of the Yellow Sea. It was a German colony from 1898 to 1914, and its architecture still reflects that influence. It is known for clean beaches, seaside promenades, and hilly landscapes, as well as its towering skyscrapers. Sometimes known as China's 'European city', Qingdao is known for its stunning bays and vibrant coastal atmosphere. In fact, it was reportedly this very atmosphere that drew Richie Ren to the city. Richie Ren (also spelled Richie Jen) is a popular Taiwanese singer and actor who rose to fame in the 1990s and early 2000s. His breakthrough album – Too Softhearted – sold over a million copies in China in 1996. This isn't Richie Ren's first major foray into real estate. According to a report in the entertainment portal 8days, the Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? star made notable property investments as far back as 1996, when he purchased several homes in Hong Kong's upscale Ho Man Tin neighbourhood. He later sold them for a profit of NT$89 million ($3 million USD approximately). Ren also profited handsomely from the sale of three office units in the Southmark building in Hong Kong, reportedly earning NT$220 million from the deal. He also owns properties in Shanghai and Changsha. (Also read: Tourists blown away by airplane at iconic beach airport. Dramatic video goes viral)
The Star
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Richie Ren reportedly bought 'a whole street of houses' in China for RM140mil
Richie Ren is set to perform in Malaysia on June 14 and 15. Photo: Richie Ren/Instagram Taiwanese singer-actor Richie Ren, aka Richie Jen, is not just busy preparing for his concerts – he's also busy growing his property portfolio. The 58-year-old star, who is set to perform in Malaysia on June 14 and 15, reportedly spent NT$1bil (RM140.07mil) on 'a whole street of houses' in Qingdao, China. The Taiwanese media reported that Ren was drawn to the coastal city's vibrant atmosphere. Qingdao is a popular tourist destination, famed for its scenic bays. According to entertainment portal 8days, this isn't Ren's first major real estate move. Back in 1996, the Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? star purchased several homes in the luxury residential district of Ho Man Tin, Hong Kong. He later sold them for a profit of NT$89mil (RM12.45mil). Ren also made a tidy sum from selling three office units in Hong Kong's Southmark building, reportedly earning NT$220mil (RM30.80mil). In China, he is said to own additional properties in Shanghai and Changsha, further cementing his status as a savvy real estate investor. With his wealth in place, the I Feel Good singer can truly relax as he takes the stage in major venues around the region. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 任賢齊 (@richiejen623)
