Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get." In the tapestry of life, some threads shimmer with certainty and others vanish into the realm of the unknown. Some credit life's great moments to lady luck - some to fate - while others manifest it through hard work and determination. Whatever life takes us on, it has little ways of surprising us. From the quiet simplicity of childhood days spent chasing butterflies in meadows to the bustling chaos of adulthood's urban landscapes, each chapter of life unfolds like a new flavour - some sweet, others bitter.
Reality becomes clearer as we age life is about adapting and embracing the unknown rather than the simplistic linear progression towards our childhood dreams. For Jeffrey Ngai, his brush with stardom came rather unexpectedly - or even reluctantly, if you will. Look up some of his past interviews, and there is a common narrative - he had resisted joining the entertainment industry due to certain negative preconceived notions. "I think I will have my coffee shop if I don't choose to develop my career as a singer and actor," shares the Hong Kong actor and singer.
However, as life would have it, Ngai eventually dipped his toes in ViuTV's reality show - Be a Better Man - in 2020. His popularity grew as he endeared himself to the hearts of many, leading him to appear in Be On Game afterwards. The cascading effect grew momentum as one opportunity led to the next. A support role in the drama In Geek We Trust ultimately led to a main role in i.Swim alongside Edan Lui from Hong Kong boy band Mirror. By then, Ngai was seen as one of Hong Kong's rising names as he began his upward trajectory in the entertainment industry. A pivot into singing further cemented that status as he launched his debut single- The First Fan - in 2023.
This story is from the August 2024 edition of MEN 'S FOLIO Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the August 2024 edition of MEN 'S FOLIO Singapore.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
An Electrifying Ride
With a pack full of features, the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC SUV promises luxurious, joyful and fuss-free journeys.
Full Circle
The Macallan travels back in time with the TIME:SPACE to celebrate 200 years of whisky-making mastery.
Maturity in Spirit
The Glenrothes' revamped Core Collection mirrors our human bildungsroman, revealing the artistry behind the maturation process with its latest pop-up.
Benvenuto a Locanda
There is no experience more impactful than an honest meal and earnest hospitality, so Locanda makes for an appealing culinary stopover that should not be missed.
A Genuine Article of Fusion
Quenino by Victor Liong is the resident fine-dining hideout of Artyzen Singapore, its degustation menu showcases the best of Asian cuisine melded with contemporary Western savoir-faire.
The Last Word
As the Official Timekeeper for the Olympics, there is a tremendous onus that comes with the role. After all, the Olympics is the world's stage where human excellence is measured down to the minutiae. By that standard, OMEGA's competence in the timekeeping field is also measured.
From Paper to Metal
Men's Folio visited the Cartier Manufacture and Maison des Métiers d'Art earlier this year to discover the unparalleled craftsmanship and innovation within those wall
Mavericks Amongst Traditionalists
Fashion watch brands are finding their feet amidst century old watchmakers as their maverick approach sets them apart from the current landscape of watchmaking.
The Case for the "It" Watch
As much as watches in popular culture being necessary might be an unpopular opinion, here is why it is crucial to the survival of the passion we all love.
Heavy Lidded
In the masculine world of grooming, the sport (or art) of decorating one's lids with darkened kohl has been practised amongst niche circles, reserved for only a few brave men willing to go - or draw - the lengths of a sharp winged liner. Given the past decade's adoration of the bare-is-best routines, the notion of lined eyes has been mostly cast away. However, as the return of the Indie Sleaze movement returns, confronting the pressing question cannot be put off any longer. Should the world be opening its eyes and waking up for the return of \"guyliner\"?
