After a long awaited 2 years, Lee Jong Suk has finally been discharged from the military and is ready to take on new projects. It almost feels as if we’re rekindling a long-term friendship that is as strong as Cha Eun Ho and Kang Dani in Romance is a Bonus Book—the last drama Lee Jong Suk left us with before enlisting.

To welcome the beloved actor back into the industry, here’re 21 interesting facts and news about Lee Jong Suk, including taking up potential acting roles for 2021.

1. He is the oldest child

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Lee Jong Suk was born on 14 September 1989 in South Korea. He is the oldest of 3 siblings, with a younger brother and a younger sister.

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Though he is the oldest child, Lee Jong Suk said in an interview with Estar Entertainment that he feels that his younger siblings are more mature than him since he is more dependent on his mother. When he was younger, his mother couldn’t leave him alone as he would cry hysterically when she wasn’t around.

2. Has an introverted personality

Lee Jong Suk has been an introvert since he was a kid. In the same Estar Entertainment interview, the actor revealed that during elementary and middle school, he wouldn’t raise his hands to answer questions. 

He added that he is more extroverted now as compared to the past, and that his mum is very happy about the change.

3. Has a phobia of being the centre of attention

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Despite being a public figure for over a decade, Lee Jong Suk suffers from scopophobia, the fear of getting attention. In front of huge crowds and press conferences, his face will start to turn red and he will sweat excessively. Once, right before doing a variety show, he was so tense that he couldn’t go to the bathroom for 12 hours. 

Who would’ve thought that the bold and charismatic webtoon character, Kang Cheol of W, is actually a shy boy in real life?

4. Was the youngest male model to participate in Seoul Fashion Week

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Most fans of the idol might already know this, but the actor used to be a model before he entered the acting industry. Lee Jong Suk was only 16 when he debuted in 2005 as a runway model at Seoul Fashion Week. 

With his good looks, the actor could definitely go back to being a model again whenever he wants, seeing as he looks like he hasn’t aged a day since he was 16.

5. Was originally training to debut as a rapper

Even before modelling or acting, Lee Jong Suk was originally training to debut as a rapper as a former SM Entertainment trainee. This is the company that debuted Girl’s Generation, SHINee, EXO and many more popular idol groups. 

He trained for 3 months for an idol group rumoured to be called Real, but he soon quit after the agency broke its promise to debut him as an actor as well. The group went on to debut under another name instead.

6. Debuted as an actor in Prosecutor Princess in 2010

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Lee Jong Suk made his acting debut in the drama, Prosecutor Princess, in 2010. He played the assistant of the second male lead. 

He started to gain more popularity after appearing in the hit drama Secret Garden starring Hyun Bin, where he caught viewers’ eyes as a budding musician. His ultimate breakthrough came with his success in the high school drama School 2013. This drama also won him his first acting award of Best New Actor in 2012 at the KBS Drama Awards. 

Since then, his acting career took off, and he is now one of the most well-known actors of our generation.

7. His favourite characters that he has played so far are Park Soon Ha and Cha Eun Ho

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In an interview with ESQUIRE Korea, Lee Jong Suk mentioned that his favourite characters that he has played so far are Park Soon Ha from I Can Hear Your Voice and Cha Eun Ho from Romance is a Bonus Book. Though he thinks that both characters are nothing like him in real life, he wishes to be more like Cha Eun Ho.

He has also expressed that he wants to play a character who cries a lot in the future because he thinks he can do it well.

8. Experienced a big acting obstacle while filming Doctor Stranger

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Lee Jong Suk experienced one of his biggest acting obstacles while filming as the only lead actor in Doctor Stranger. In an interview with Estar Entertainment, he mentioned that the responsibility of his role as a doctor trying to flee North Korea was too heavy on him as he couldn’t relate to the emotions needed to be portrayed. After filming, he felt that “acting is very scary” and revealed that he had many regrets in certain scenes.

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9. Started acting because of his role model, Rain

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After watching him in the drama Full House, K-pop singer and actor, Rain, became Lee Jong Suk’s role model and idol. In an interview with KBS TV, he said that it wasn’t that he just wanted to act after watching Rain, but rather he wanted to be as cool as Rain. 

In 2012, Lee Jong Suk posted a picture of him and Rain on his Me2day, a Korean social media app similar to Twitter, captioning it, “My lifetime role model!”. They became close friends in 2014, together with Jung Suk Won, after filming R2B: Return to Base.

10. Is best friends with actor Kim Woo Bin

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Lee Jong Suk has been best friends with Kim Woo Bin since their modelling days. They even played the role of best friends in the drama School 2013. The pair jokingly said in an interview with Entertainment Weekly that they felt that it was more of a love rather than a friendship between them on the show. 

In 2016, both of their dramas, W and Uncontrollably Fond, were aired at the same time every week. Despite their rivalry with the drama ratings, they made a friendly bet that whoever does better has to treat the other to a meal.

11. Had a cameo in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo to support Lee Sung Kyung

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Lee Jong Suk is also good friends with Lee Sung Kyung, who stars in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo, alongside Nam Joo Hyuk. Lee Jong Suk appeared in a cameo in the drama to support her. 

In his cameo, he grabs Dae Ho’s (Kang Ki Young’s) wrist and asks, “Have I seen you somewhere before?”, poking fun at how both Kang Ki Young and Lee Jong Suk had worked together earlier in the year. 

Kang Ki Young replies, “You look like a comic character yourself”, hinting at a reference to Lee Jong Suk’s drama, W, where he played the role of a webtoon character.

12. Served as a social worker in the military

Due to a car accident that ruptured his ACL when he was 16, Lee Jong Suk was deemed unfit for service as an active duty soldier. Therefore, he served as a social worker in the military. Though his enlistment location was not revealed, many reporters and fans still gathered when he was enlisting. This resulted in him having to sign his official documents in an underground parking lot instead of the military office.

13. First thing he wanted to do after discharging was update his Instagram

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In the interview with ESQUIRE Korea, Lee Jong Suk said that the first thing he wanted to do after discharging from the military was to update his Instagram. He knew that his fans were curious about him and how he’s doing, so he spent 2 hours thinking about what to post. Follow his Instagram page to keep up with his charming selfies and drama updates.  

14. Wants to be open about being in a relationship

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As a man who has starred in many romance dramas, Lee Jong Suk himself is a romantic at heart. On Rain’s variety show, Rain Effect, in 2014, he said, “Lately, whenever I look at beautiful scenes in dramas, my heart starts to flutter. I’d like to get married as soon as possible.” 

He has revealed that if he were to get into a relationship, he will be open about it and publicly announce his romance. He has a positive opinion on public relationships and thinks that it would be better to share with the world before a scandal photo emerges.

15. His ideal type is someone like Lee Na Young

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Lee Jong Suk’s ideal type is someone like his Romance is a Bonus Book co-star, Lee Na Young, as he really likes her distinctive talking style. At a press conference interview for Romance is a Bonus Book, he joked that he is a successful fan of Lee Na Young since he got to work alongside her. 

16. Prefers coffee over alcohol

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Lee Jong Suk prefers coffee to alcohol, as he cannot handle alcohol well and tends to fall asleep after drinking. He loves hanging out at cafes to have a good chat with his friends, and this is what led him to open his own cafe, Café 89Mansion. However, due to the pandemic, he was forced to permanently close his cafe on 14 September 2020, his birthday. 

Fans were saddened by the news and shared their hopes that he could reopen the cafe again someday. After all, he looks like he’s really enjoying himself in this clip of him working as a barista in the Café 89Mansion.

17. Is a certified Taekwondo black belter

Lee Jong Suk has obtained his black belt in Taekwondo, reaching Dan 4, meaning he is skilled enough to be an instructor.

18. Is a certified pilot

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A man of many talents, Lee Jong Suk is even a certified pilot. He had to train for 3 months to appear in the film R2B: Return To Base as part of a special pilot team. From this experience, Lee Jong Suk mentioned that he developed respect for pilots and wants to continue to become an actor with more skills.

19. A video of him performing to PSY’s “New Face” has over 18 million views

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As if this Korean heartthrob couldn’t get any more charming, the actor is known to do musical performances such as singing and dancing during his fanmeets. This adorable clip of him bashfully performing to PSY’s “New Face” has gained over 18 million views on Youtube.

20. Is currently in talks to star in a new action film

Since Lee Jong Suk’s hiatus from being in the military, fans are eagerly looking forward to seeing him take up potential projects.

For now, he is said to be considering taking part in an action film, Decibel (working title), with Kim Rae Won, Jung Sang Hoon and Park Byung Eun. The production company has already confirmed that Kim Rae Won will be taking the lead role.

21. Rumoured to be starring in a new drama with Song Hye Kyo

On top of the new action film, he is also rumoured to be starring in a new romance drama alongside actress Song Hye Kyo. Though the plot has yet to be revealed, the script is said to be written by Kim Eun Sook, the man behind the hit dramas Descendants of the Sun, Goblin and Mr. Sunshine.

K-Drama Fans Are Excited To See What Lee Jong Suk Has Planned For The Future

It’s okay to admit that you’ve rewatched While You Were Sleeping, W, Pinocchio and many more Lee Jong Suk dramas an embarrassing amount of times while waiting for the actor to make his comeback. We’re here to assure you that you’re not the only one. Just like everyone else, we’re keeping our eyes and ears open to see what else Lee Jong Suk has planned for us in the future.

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Make way for the queen of Bling Empire, as Anna Shay is here to show fans of the series what it means to be the oldest cast member who still knows how to throw a fun party. While Anna is the classy and generous breakout star of the show, she isn’t afraid to put people in their place. As co-star Kane Lim notes, “If you cross her line, she’s going to cut you.”

Here are 20 facts about the iconic and well-loved Anna Shay, who never fails to remind us all that there ain’t no dick that good.

1. She is a woman of mystery

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Anna Shay was born in Tokyo, Japan in 1960 and lived there until she was 8 years old. Her actual birth date is not known. While she celebrated her sixtieth birthday on 31 December 2020, the Bling Empire cast shared their birthday wishes with her on Instagram on 31 January 2021. 

Her American father, Edward Shay, passed away in 1995. Her part-Japanese and part-Russian mother, Ai Oizumi Shay, passed away in 2015. She has a younger brother named Allen Shay and a step-brother from her mother’s first marriage. 

2. Her father was the founder of a successful weapon business

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Viewers of Bling Empire will be familiar with what her co-star Kane shared about the source of Anna Shay’s wealth: “Her money comes from weapons. Her father sells bombs, guns, defence technology. And it’s worth, like, a few billion”. 

Edward Shay was a billionaire-entrepreneur who founded Pacific Architects and Engineers, a defence contractor that worked with the United Nations and the U.S. government. In 2006, Anna and her brother sold their father’s business for US$1.2 billion.

3. Has never worked before

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Anna wanted to join the family business but her father didn’t want her to work. The business was instead passed onto her brother, Allen. Despite this, she has been involved in a few charity organisations such as the George Lopez Foundation and Shay Foundation, which was founded by her late parents. 

4. Brought a pet monkey with her on a plane when she was 7

In an interview with O, The Oprah Magazine, Anna mentioned that as a child, she had a pet monkey. When her family moved to America from Japan, she wanted the monkey to sit next to her on the plane, and was very nervous that someone would take the monkey away. 

When the flight attendant asked if she would like a drink for her and her “friend”,  she replied “Oh, no, she’s my sister. My sister will have some milk please.”

5. Has 9 golden retrievers

With 9 golden retrievers, Anna Shay definitely isn’t lonely in her big mansion. According to the producer of Bling Empire, Jeff Jenkins, Anna had been trying to update and renovate her estate for years. But no hotel or landlord would take in her and her 9 furry housemates. 

It’s no wonder we see Anna working on her home renovations by herself, slinging her sledgehammer into her wardrobe the first time we meet her on Bling Empire.

6. Been married and divorced 4 times

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On Bling Empire, Anna says that all her past relationships were good, “even the divorce part was good”. All her ex-husbands are not known to the public.

7. Has one son

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Anna has one son, Kenny Kemp, who is best known for being a cannabis enthusiast. He keeps most of his collection in a vault of Anna’s mansion, originally designed to be a wine cellar. 

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Avid viewers will remember that Kenny and his girlfriend, Nicki, also made a brief appearance on Bling Empire. They showed up at the bowling alley, which Kane had booked for Anna, Guy Tang and Kim Lee to talk through their conflict after the penis pump fiasco.

8. Originally thought she was going to be an assistant on Bling Empire

Anna is friends with Bling Empire’s producer, Jeff Jenkins, who has worked on reality shows including Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Jeff was interested in working together with Anna, and she readily agreed, thinking she’d be an assistant. She told Town and Country Magazine, “The next thing I know, I’m in front of a camera”. 

It’s a good thing Jeff managed to convince Anna to be a cast on the show. After all, we can’t imagine Bling Empire without Anna’s iconic snarky remarks and fun personality. 

9. Has never watched a reality show before

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Despite being on a reality show herself, Anna admitted to Entertainment Tonight that she has never watched a reality show before. She proves to us that everything about her in the show is not staged as she’s just going with the flow of the moment. 

She said, “It’s hard to plan these things. If something happens, I just kind of have to go with what I think.”

10. Revealed that the infamous penis pump belonged to her guest

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Who can forget that iconic scene of Guy throwing a penis pump he found out the window of Anna’s house? While the question of who the penis pump really belonged to was never answered on the show, Anna recently revealed in an interview with Entertainment Tonight that it belonged to her guest. The guest is not known to the public and wasn’t in the house at the time of filming. 

Anna handled the whole incident maturely, putting an end to the debacle with these words: “It (the penis pump) was there. They found it. Right or wrong, it doesn’t matter. It’s done. It’s there.”

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11. Did not know what to do with her Bling Empire paycheque

In the same interview with O, The Oprah Magazine, Anna said that she was very confused when she got her paycheque from doing the show. She thought that the money belonged to the crew who had to put up with her.

As someone who has never worked before, this seems like a rational response to getting a paycheque. At least Anna has updated that she eventually managed to put the money into her savings account.

12. Selling her “haunted” Beverly Hills Mansion

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Anna is selling her Beverly Hills mansion that was featured on Bling Empire. This is the same house that Kim jokingly said was haunted on the show, as Anna’s monkey and fishes had mysteriously died there. Despite that, it’s going for US$16 million on The Realtor.

13. Bought a house from Dr. Phil’s son

According to Variety, Anna bought a mansion from Dr. Phil’s son last year. American television host, Dr. Phil, had purchased it for his son back in 2007, and he lived in it for a decade. Located on Sunset Boulevard, this house also once belonged to the American actress, Shirley Temple.

14. Took window shopping to the next level during the pandemic lockdown

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While we were all cooped at home during the Circuit Breaker period, a lockdown didn’t stop Anna from going shopping. In an interview with Netflix, Kane mentioned that nothing is shut down as long as you have a friend like Anna. 

Kane and Anna stood outside the Gucci store window while the salesperson inside showed them products through the glass. Anna made her purchases by pointing out the ones she wanted.

15. Met her BFF Florent Bonadei at a Valentino store during Fashion Week

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It’s no secret on the show that Anna’s BFF is the Boucheron client executive, Florent Bonadei. Florent was working at Valentino in Paris when he met Anna and they immediately clicked. She was drawn to him because he always keeps it real and says what he wants to say— a personality that sounds very similar to Anna herself. 

Both of them also have each other’s IG handles tagged on their Instagram bios as well, proving that they truly are #BFFgoals.

16. Loves wearing the jewellery brand Boucheron

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Besides her BFF being an expert in jewellery and working for Boucheron, Anna herself, as well as her family, loves wearing Boucheron pieces. When she shops for new pieces in Paris, it is reported that she has the entire boutique closed just for her.

17. Favourite designers are Ralph and Russo

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While viewers of Bling Empire know that she shops at Dior, Anna is also a big fan of Ralph & Russo. She has praised their “feminine and beautiful couture”, and called co-founders Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo her “favourite designers” in the caption accompanying the photo above on Instagram. She even hosted a dinner party for Tamara at her own home, after meeting her during Fashion Week.

18. Loves pairing clothes from Target with designer ones

Anna’s mother used to tell her, “You can love as many designers as you want, but be yourself, don’t let the clothes wear you”. In an interview with Paper Magazine, she shared that she has worn Chanel suits paired with t-shirts from Target. Apparently, she thinks that Target makes great shirts.

19. Favourite restaurant in the world is La Maison du Caviar

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On Bling Empire, Anna has mentioned that her favourite restaurant in the world is La Maison du Caviar, in Paris. This restaurant is well-known for serving the best and rarest caviar, as well as smoked fish and other high quality delicacies. 

In Anna’s Instagram post from 2019, she poses with a friend and a giant tub of caviar at the restaurant. While we’re not exactly sure which exact type of caviar she usually goes for, the most expensive tub there is worth around US$274,000. 

20. Thinks HaiDiLao is the best hotpot place

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To celebrate the start of the new year, Anna and Kane went to HaiDiLao Hotpot for a meal. In her Instagram post from 2 January 2021, Anna hashtagged the photo “besthotpot”, even sporting a takeaway bag from the restaurant.

Anna Shay Shows Us Why She Deserves The Title Of Queen Bee With Her Genuine Personality

Though Anna Shay might seem intimidating and tough on the exterior, we know that she’s a kind lady who genuinely looks out for her friends and wants them to be happy. While we’re looking forward to a potential season 2 of Bling Empire on Netflix, hopefully Anna will come back to show us more of her headstrong personality that has crowned her queen.

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If you enjoy lounging in bed and binge-watching Netflix on weekends, you’ve probably finished Bling Empire. Once ranked in the top 10 shows on Netflix, the cast consists of Asian and Asian-American socialites in Los Angeles, referred to as the “real-life” Crazy Rich Asians from Kevin Kwan’s novel. And, one of them just so happens to hail from our little red dot. Here are 20 facts about Kane Lim for those who are curious to know more about this crazy rich Singaporean, whose personality is as sparkling as his beloved Louboutin shoes.

1. His family is very low-profile

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Kane Lim was born on 5 December 1990 in Singapore.

Despite being a public figure who shows off most aspects of his life on Instagram, Kane keeps his family life private, even on Bling Empire. Little is known about his family, other than the fact that he is the eldest  of 3 boys.

2. Has a very close relationship with his mother

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From his social media, it’s clear that Kane is a mama’s boy who isn’t afraid to show his love for his mother. His many Instagram posts include giving her tender pecks on the cheek, showering her with gifts and making video collages of her for Mother’s Day. 

In one particular Mother’s Day post, Kane captioned his video, “The more I grow, the more I realise that my mum is the best friend I ever had.”

3. His father supports what he has achieved with Bling Empire

Kane shared with Entertainment Tonight his father’s reaction to Bling Empire. He revealed that while his father is very private, he understands that Netflix is a big platform that can bring Kane many new opportunities, be it for work, helping others or raising awareness.

Kane went on to say that his family members might not have explicitly said they were proud, but he believes they are proud of him on the inside.

4. Went to Anglo-Chinese School

As someone who was born and raised in Singapore, Kane Lim studied at ACS (Barker Road), then continued his education at ACS International.

5. Family runs a billion-dollar business

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Within the first 2 minutes of Bling Empire, Kevin Kreider tells us that “Kane’s family comes from oil, shipping, tanking and real estate.” While many people have claimed that Kane inherited his wealth from his billionaire father, he clarified with The Straits Times that his father is not a billionaire. Rather, he runs a billion-dollar company. 

Kane himself runs an investment fund in LA called Kix Capital, where he handles real estate deals, biomedicine and renewable energy. 

6. Served as a corporal in SAF

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Like every other Singaporean male, Kane had to serve a mandatory 2 years in the army. In an Instagram post, Kane proudly showed off his SAF (Singapore Armed Forces) identity card. His designer camo pants also remind us of the Smart 4 uniform that every Singaporean who has served the nation will be familiar with. 

He then went on to graduate with a bachelor of arts degree from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in LA, majoring in merchandise marketing.

7. Started investing at the age of 17

According to Kane, he took a loan from his father as an investment in order to create his own fortune. He started investing in fashion and stocks at age 17, and managed to pay back the loan to his father within 2 months. By the age of 19, he had made a sum of more than 7 figures.

8. Moved from Singapore to L.A. for independence

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Nine years ago, Kane moved from Singapore to L.A. in order to challenge himself independently. He has said that while Singapore will always be his home, he felt that his desire to be creative and expand his knowledge were limited within our shores. 

Since everything back home was easily accessible for him given his family status, he wanted to strive to build his own name by himself.

9. Loves going to hawker centres for vegetarian food

If you’ve watched Bling Empire, you will know that Kane is a Buddhist. After turning to Buddhism, he became a vegetarian.

When he is in Singapore, Kane enjoys going to Newton Food Centre for its great vegetarian options. He also frequents the hawker centre next to Guan Yin Temple at Balestier, which only serves vegetarian dishes.

10. Can relate to Astrid from Crazy Rich Asians

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“Just go shopping, it’s the best therapy,” Kane Lim says in an episode of Bling Empire. He has also mentioned that the Crazy Rich Asians movie was very accurate to his life. Just as how Astrid spends her money on jewellery without batting an eyelash, Kane has said that he once walked into a designer shoe store and bought one pair of everything, in every colour.

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11. Loves designer shoes

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One look at Kane’s Instagram and you’ll immediately be bombarded with shoes, shoes and more shoes. Kane proudly displays his extensive collection of more than 300 pairs of shoes on shelves lined with LED lights. This collection of high kicks is estimated to be worth around US$300,000 and counting. 

12. Is also obsessed with pandas

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Shoe obsession aside, Kane also has a strong fascination with pandas. Kane often uses the panda emoji to refer to himself, and even calls his mother “mama panda”. From panda birthday cakes, stuffed toys, as well as branded panda-themed bags and shoes, it’s possible to say that Kane loves pandas as much as he does shoes.

13. Is a massive fan of Mariah Carey

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Kane is a massive fan of Mariah Carey, and has said that her music helped him get through many struggles in life while growing up. He has been to so many of her concerts (always in a front-row seat, of course) that she recognises him and even waved back at him a few times during one of her concerts. 

Kane once had the opportunity to meet Mariah in Vegas and gifted her a bouquet of flowers.  

14. Is friends with Xiaxue

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While Bling Empire focuses on Kane’s friends in Los Angeles, we do know at least one of his friends back home: Xiaxue. The Singaporean blogger and YouTuber attended a charity event organised by Kane’s father for Sian Chay Medical Institution in 2017 to show her support for Kane, and the pair went on to play mahjong after the concert.

15. Declined to be on Singapore Social

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Singapore Social is a Netflix reality show about Singaporean millennials that aired in December 2019. The show’s producers had asked Kane to be on the show, but he rejected the offer.

16. Came up with the idea of Bling Empire with Kelly

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Kane mentioned on the Entertainment Tonight interview that after the Crazy Rich Asians movie came out, there was a huge demand in Asia to find out who these real rich families are. Rather than a fictional movie, people wanted to see their real lives. 

It was because of this demand that him and Kelly Mi Li, whom he has known for 8 years, had the idea of creating a reality show together. They went on to assemble the rest of the cast, and Bling Empire was born.

17. Is now BFFs with Bling Empire co-star Kevin Kreider

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When Kevin moved to LA 2 years ago, Kane was the first person he met. Kelly was the one who introduced them, as she had become friends with Kevin through Instagram DMs.

Kevin has said that he was so surprised to see Kane’s bright red shoes at their initial meeting that he thought they definitely wouldn’t get along. Contrary to his first impression, they clicked and became fast friends. In fact, Kevin even stated in an interview that he hangs out so often with Kane that Kane can easily finish his sentences for him now.

18. First bonded with Kevin over Buddhism

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Speaking to ET Canada, Kane revealed that he normally wouldn’t talk to “people like Kevin”, if it hadn’t been for the subject of Buddhism. Kane joked that Kevin looked like a stereotypical LA man with a handsome face and a great body, but nothing going on in their brains. As it turned out, Kevin was interested in Buddhism, and Kane was the one who guided him.

Both Kevin and Kane have taken to Instagram to talk about one of their favourite scenes in Bling Empire. Kane, with the support of Kevin, guided their friend Cherie Chan to find peace with her late mother through Buddhism. All three of them have said that it was one of the most heartwarming scenes of friendship in the show.

19. Not interested in relationships as of now

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In the same interview with Entertainment Tonight, Kane was asked if he currently has any suitors or love interests. To which Kane replied, “Oh my gosh, I’m not focused on that right now!”

Even if there is no one he’s interested at the moment, fans still love “shipping” the fun bromance between him and Kevin due to their close bond.

20. Would like to fly the whole Bling Empire cast to Singapore

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When asked what he would like to see if there were to be a second season of Bling Empire, Kane revealed that he would love to fly the whole cast to Singapore, and show them what Singapore is really like.  

Hopefully this means that fans can anticipate yet another exciting season of Bling Empire in the near future.

Kane Lim Might Be Wealthy, But His Down-To-Earth Personality Is What Makes Him So Loved

As you uncover more about Kane Lim’s personality through the show, you realise how humble and loyal he is to his friends underneath that bling exterior. 

If you can’t get enough of Kane Lim and his positive outlook on life, you can follow him on Instagram where he often updates his feed and stories. Additionally, check out his Tiktok account for more funny sides to the Bling Empire on Netflix star.

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Throwback to the days when you were denied a bowl of instant noodles after coming home from school because your mum claimed that MSG makes your hair fall. As with all health-related concerns, there are all sorts of speculations about the causes of hair loss. But how do we know which are urban hair loss myths and which are actual facts?

To get to the root of the problem, we decided to go straight to the hair and scalp experts at TK Trichokare. If you’re not familiar with the term, “trichology” refers to the scientific study of scalp and hair health. Derived from the Greek word “thrikos”, “trichos” refers to anything related to hair. A trichologist, therefore, is a hair and scalp specialist trained in life sciences who studies hair and scalp problems in a holistic way.

Read on to find out which theories a trichologist debunked as hair loss myths and which were confirmed as facts, as well as tips on how to properly treat damaged hair.

1. MSG can lead to hair loss

The acronym ‘MSG’ (aka monosodium glutamate) carries a lot of negative connotations. But are our mums right in claiming that it can cause our hair to fall out?

Verdict: No. There is no proof that MSG causes hair loss. However, following a well-balanced and healthy diet can provide your body with essential nutrients to help prevent hair loss. Opt for foods that are rich in protein and vitamin B such as eggs and leafy greens.

2. Daily hair washing causes hair loss

Beauty gurus claim that washing your hair daily strips it of natural oils and leads to hair loss. Is it really a bad habit to wash your hair every day?

Verdict: No. Washing your hair every day helps to get rid of all the dirt, pollutants and excess sebum that have accumulated on your scalp.

3. Wearing hats can suffocate the hair follicles

After wearing a hat or cap, it’s common to find dislodged strands of hair. Should we be worried about whether our headgear is causing hair breakage or suffocating our follicles?

Verdict: No. Unless it is extremely tight, wearing a cap or a hat will not cause hair loss, so go ahead with your fashion ventures.

4. Tying your hair up the same way every day can encourage hair loss

Tying your hair up daily is a convenient habit in Singapore’s climate. However, will it result in a receding hairline and hair loss in the long run?

Verdict: Yes. Tying your hair too tightly and pulling back your hair in a ponytail every day can lead to traction alopecia, which is gradual hair loss resulting from repetitive pulling or tension of hair. Work around this by tying your hair loosely for short periods of time, and frequently changing where you part your hair.

5.  Overexposure to sunlight causes hair loss

Change might be the only constant in life, but so is the sun for us Singaporeans. Does being exposed to the sun every day lead to hair damage or loss?

Verdict: Yes. Prolonged exposure to the sun allows UVA and UVB rays to damage the hair cuticle and shaft, leading to hair loss. Cover your hair with a hat or an umbrella when out in the sun for extended periods. If hats aren’t your thing, try a hair serum containing SPF. 

6. Over-combing will cause your hair to fall out more

Running a comb through a head full of tangled, knotted hair often feels like you’re tugging at your roots. Is over-combing your hair as harmful as it feels?

Verdict: Yes. Resist the urge to start combing your hair whenever you look in the mirror and keep your comb count to a maximum of twice a day. It is also advisable to start from the ends and work your way up to the roots, and be gentle to prevent breakage or scalp irritation. 

TK Trichokare hair treatments 

To our surprise, many of what we thought were mere hair loss myths turned out to be facts. Even if you don’t have existing issues with your hair, hair loss can be prevented early by going for regular hair and scalp treatments.

All of TK Trichokare’s European Herbal Hair Remedies are customised to address your specific concerns. Each treatment begins with a consultation, where a trichologist or a hair consultant will conduct a hair and scalp analysis. 

Using a lens that magnifies up to 200 times, the trichologist or hair consultant will analyse your scalp condition. This also allows you to clearly identify improvements after the treatment.

Once the consultation is over, you will be led to the treatment area to begin the treatment process proper. This starts with a customised European herbal scalp masque, which works to detox the scalp by removing impurities and excess sebum.

A revitalising hair bath complete with a gentle head massage follows to restore sebum balance, keep your scalp clean, and keep you feeling refreshed.

Next comes the TriOxy Treatment, which consists of 3 steps: OxyPeel, OxyJet and OxyNutrient. 

First up is OxyPeel, which helps to remove dead skin from congested pores on your scalp. While hair exfoliation sounds like a novel concept, it is a much-needed step to rid your hair of any impurities stuck in the follicles.

After 15 minutes of letting the OxyPeel work its magic, it’s time for the OxyJet to take centre stage. As its name suggests, it’s a jet spray that uses 99% pure oxygen to accelerate cell metabolism and improve blood circulation on the scalp.

Upon returning to your seat, a hot pad will be placed over your shoulders for an all-round relaxing experience. At the same time, the OxyNutrient ampoule will be applied to your scalp. This step hydrates your hair and scalp, giving them all the nutrients they need.

Your hair treatment is also an Avengers movie in disguise. TK Trichokare’s Photodynamic Therapy makes use of a light laser technology to regenerate hair, accelerate healing and make you feel like you’re Iron Man’s lab.

Turn To TK Trichokare To Alleviate Your Hair Loss Concerns

You don’t have to wait until you detect any hair or scalp issues before making a trip down to the trichologist. In fact, signs and symptoms usually appear in the later stages when the damages are irreversible. So it’s best to get regular treatments as maintenance for your lovely locks.

TK Trichokare is currently having a promotion for its award-winning Advanced Scalp Care & Detox Treatment at $40 nett. So for all who have been holding off a hair care session, here’s your chance to get a professional treatment while receiving some freebies, including a hair care kit and HairGro ampoule (worth up to $745). To sweeten the deal, you might even stand a chance of winning a 10.2-inch iPad worth $499 after the trial treatment.

Find out more about TK Trichokare!

This post is brought to you by TK Trichokare.
Photography by Alaric Sim and Olivia Tan.

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