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Despite losing the broadcasting rights of the World Cup games to I-Cable, TVB wanted to capture the soccer fever that is currently overtaking Hong Kong audiences. Mona Fong ordered Ron Ng Cheuk Hei and Bosco Wong Chung Chak to record the Chinese theme song, entitled “World Cup,” for Korean drama, No Limit. This drama is currently being re-broadcast on channel J2.
On Saturday, June 12th, Ron and Bosco arrived at TVB City to record the music video. Both men wore matching black and white colors. Since Ron and Bosco only received the notice for the job the day before, they were unprepared in the recording and kept forgetting the lyrics.
Taking a two hour break from filming series, Ron appeared energetic at the music video recording. However, he was mentally unprepared for the job and frowned while singing the lyrics from note cards. During the taping, Ron looked at Bosco to supply him cues for the lyrics. Although looking at his scribbled notes, Bosco supplied the wrong lyrics for Ron.
Due to time constraints, the Director chose to film Bosco’s segment next. Playing “genius ball,” Bosco did not frown. Pressured into singing while spontaneously creating his own dance choreography, Bosco started sweating profusely. He poked fun at the situation and shouted “Let’s get wet!” emulating Raymond Lam Fung’s concert theme last year.
Ma Choi was also cast last minute in the music video. Although she did not have to sing, she had to dance the flamenco. Despite possessing a background in Chinese traditional dance, it was still quite a challenge. Fortunately, her low-cut dress and 32C figure redeemed some points.
Originally, Super4, TVB’s own music boy band, had completed recording the “World Cup” song. Plans were made to have Super4 record the music video on June 9th. Since Super4 was a new group without high public recognition levels, Mona Fong ordered last minute casting changes. Since Bosco was promoting his new music album at the same time, he was cast in the video instead.
Ron and Bosco said they were unaware that they were replacements for Super4. “We received notice to film the music video yesterday. We were uncertain whether it was the ‘World Cup’ song or another television theme song. But we will try to coordinate with TVB’s decisions.”
Excerpt from East Magazine # 1058
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