7 highlights from Star Awards 2025

The annual Star Awards just concluded last night (Jul. 6).

In case you need a recap of what happened, we’ve got you covered.

Without further ado, here are seven standout moments from the annual show that you might've missed.

1. Lin Meijiao being a proud mum

All eyes may have been on Chantalle Ng as she made her hosting debut during the live show, but her mother, veteran actress Lin Meijiao, quietly stole a few hearts in the audience.

The “Emerald Hill” star was joined on stage by veteran host and actor Guo Liang.

From the crowd, Lin was seen clapping enthusiastically the moment Ng stepped on stage.

And when Ng later received an award, Lin applauded once more, this time with even more emotion.

A wholesome moment indeed.

2. Ya Hui's good save on the red carpet

Ya Hui, dressed in a long mermaid-cut dress on the red carpet, nearly took a tumble.

Thankfully, she caught herself just in time, turning what could’ve been an awkward moment into a graceful save.

3. Extras being extra

Meanwhile, Elvin Ng and Felicia Chin were ambushed by "fake" extras who surrounded them to ask for autographs.

This moment caught us off guard, but it was a memorable one to say the least.

4. Yvonne Lim brought family to Star Awards

Yvonne Lim won the All-Time Favourite Artiste Award after being voted into her final Top 10 Most Popular Artistes last year.

Lim was joined by her husband and children, who accompanied her not just to the ceremony, but also walked the red carpet alongside her.

5. Marcus Chin's Chinese poem

Marcus Chin won the "Top 10 Most Popular Male Artistes" Award.

During his thank-you speech, he surprised the audience by reciting a poem in Mandarin - a signature move he has pulled off at previous Star Awards as well.

Chin said:

" I've been in the entertainment industry for 50 years. I do this for passion and not for the money. Radio and TV are my favourites, movies and getai are [just side-gigs] . Thank you for voting for me, [and] next year [please] continue [voting for me]."

You can watch the full speech here:

6. Chow Yun Fat inviting veteran artistes on stage for impromptu reunion

Among him were Zoe Tay, Li Nanxing, Chen Liping, Aileen Tan, and Pan Ling Ling — all of whom appeared alongside Chow during the Star Awards’ inaugural edition in 1994.

You can watch the first edition of Star Awards here:

7. Chow Yun Fat jokingly takes back trophy from Chen Biyu

Love 972 DJ Chen Biyu won the "Top 10 Most Popular Female Artistes" Award - presented to her by none other than Chow Yun Fat.

During their on-stage exchange, the "God of Gamblers" star revealed that Chen had once said she hoped to interview him 30 years from now.

But things took a turn when host Guo Liang chimed in, teasing Chow that Chen’s real idol is actually Hong Kong actor Andy Lau.

Chow rolled his eyes and jokingly took back the trophy from Chen, much to the audience’s delight.

A fun, lighthearted moment to wrap up the night.

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