Anthony Wong, 62, suffers from high cholesterol, blocked arteries, doctor says actor needs surgery

Anthony Wong (left) previously gained weight for his role as a taxi driver in the 2022 film 'The Sunny Side Of The Street'. Photo: Handout

You could say Anthony Wong is suffering for his craft through method acting.

The Hong Kong actor previously gained weight for his role as a taxi driver in the 2022 film The Sunny Side Of The Street for which he took home the Best Actor trophy at the Golden Horse Award.