HKU Fire: Han Hong Foundation Donates RM5.92 Million, the Most; Cecilia Cheung Donates RM530,000, Top Among Hong Kong Stars

The fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulted in severe casualties. Chinese singer Han Hong was the first in the entertainment industry to donate, with the "Han Hong Love Charity Foundation" donating ten million RMB (about RM5.92 million) to help the victims. One of South Korea's four major entertainment companies, SM Entertainment, announced a donation of HK$1 million (about RM530,000), while their girl group "aespa" donated HK$500,000 (about RM265,000), and boy group "RIIZE" donated HK$250,000 (about RM132,000).

The latest news among Hong Kong artists is Cecilia Cheung taking the lead in speaking out; her studio announced a donation of HK$1 million (about RM530,000). Chinese singer Zhou Shen, who is set to hold two New Year's concerts at Hong Kong Kai Tak Arena, also followed by donating RMB1 million (about RM593,000).

Cecilia Cheung's studio stated that she donated HK$1 million (about RM530,000) through Hong Kong Po Leung Kuk, specifically for emergency rescue, transitional resettlement, and living supplies for the Wang Fuk Court fire victims, hoping to help those in need and overcome the difficulties together. Upon learning of the HK fire, Zhou Shen first said, "Wishing everyone safety!!! Stay safe!!!," and then donated RMB1 million (about RM530,000) to Hong Kong via Shanghai Fosun Charity Foundation for emergency relief and rebuilding, also paying deep respects to firefighters, medical staff, and caring volunteers on the frontline, wishing everyone safety.

Subsequently, Jordan Chan and Cherrie Ying's family each donated HK$1 million (about RM530,000). Jackson Wang also donated HK$1 million (about RM530,000). Miriam Yeung pledged to donate all proceeds from her first concert and merchandise sales to show her support for the victims.

Louisa Mak: Can help look after babies

Former Miss Hong Kong winner Louisa Mak stated on Threads that although she lives in Kowloon, "my home can help take care of 1–2 infants; if needed, please DM me." Actress Jessica Hsuan also expressed willingness to help temporarily care for 1–2 pets.

Singer Elanne Kong announced on Facebook that her husband's restaurant will stay open overnight to provide free food and drinks for the victims. Former Miss Hong Kong Sharon Kwok's husband is the founder of a well-known mattress brand; the brand has said via Instagram that it would provide 200 mattresses free for the victims to meet their temporary accommodation needs.

MAMA officially announces 'Red Carpet Cancelled, Ceremony to Proceed as Scheduled'

Despite the region being under the shadow of a major disaster, the "2025 MAMA Awards" scheduled for the 28th and 29th at Kai Tak Sports Arena in Hong Kong will proceed as planned, but the event's atmosphere will be significantly adjusted.

On the 28th, organizer CJ ENM announced that the red carpet event originally scheduled for that day was urgently cancelled and stated: "The official award ceremony will not be changed and will proceed as planned, with global live broadcast." The MAMA Awards ceremony will also include a moment of silence to mourn the fire victims.

The MAMA Awards is Korea's representative K-POP annual event, attracting global fans each year with its large-scale stage designs and debut collaboration performances. This year's ceremony will span two days at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Sports Arena and will be broadcast live via Mnet Plus and various digital platforms. The Hong Kong Tourism Board has even listed it as one of the "Six Mega Events" for the second half of this year.