Hong Kong filmmaker Alfred Cheung recently visited Kuala Lumpur for a holiday. Photos: China Press, Alfred Cheung/Facebook
Hong Kong filmmaker and actor Alfred Cheung Kin Ting recently enjoyed a holiday in Kuala Lumpur with his niece and a group of friends.
In a Facebook post on Wednesday (May 5), Cheung, 68, shared several photos from the trip – including a group photo in front of a mural, two images showcasing his niece’s spacious living area and another of the city skyline at night.
“The living room sparkles like a galaxy at night thanks to the window which stretches across the room. It feels like I’m surrounded by stars,” he wrote in the captions.
Cheung, who has participated in the production of over 80 films, praised Malaysia as an ideal destination for a family getaway.
While the actor sees the country as a promising option for a second home, he's still waiting for the right time to purchase a property here.
“Cantonese is widely spoken and prices are attractive. It’s indeed a good choice for a second home, but it’s still not the right time for me to buy property,” he said.
The Z Storm (2014) star also praised Malaysians for their warmth and humility, adding: “They’re easily content and have close-knit family relationships which is something I genuinely envy.”
Out of the many things Malaysia has to offer, Cheung said it was the cleanliness that left the biggest impression on him.
He noted that while some toilets may be old, most are “relatively clean and free of stench”.
“During my last trip to Cameron Highlands, we stopped for a toilet break. Even though we were in a remote area, the cleanliness stood out – nothing was neglected. The cha chaan tengs in Hong Kong really need to reflect,” he said.
Many netizens have since flooded the comments with welcoming messages for Cheung, while others thanked him for his kind words about Malaysia.
“I’ve always wanted to live in Malaysia,” one netizen wrote.
Another added: “I visited Malaysia a few months ago, and my friends there were very welcoming. The houses were spacious, and prices were half of what they are in Hong Kong. Gasoline is also cheaper there … A great place to retire.”
