Colours of China

All abuzz over Peranakans

By Beh Yuen Hui

NIANG re (nyonya) is the latest buzzword among drama fans in China following the premiere of a television series featuring stories of the Peranakan community.

“Do you know about niang re?” a Chinese friend asked me several weeks ago.

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