Roger Kwok to Open a Dessert Shop in China
Known as a loving husband and father, Roger Kwok (郭晉安) is looking to invest in a dessert shop as an additional income source to support his family. The 48-year-old future boss was recently seen meeting with various vendors and shop owners to learn the tricks of the trade. Taking a hands-on approach with his new venture, Roger was serious and professional as he inquired about the many aspects of starting a business.
Roger has seen an increase in money-making opportunities after this year’s controversial yet popular series Inbound Troubles <老表，你好嘢>. His starring role in legal comedy Awfully Lawful <熟男有惑> further raised his public profile. Having achieved financial security, Roger has recently been seeking out long-term investments to stretch his dollars further. In August, he put down $7 million HKD on a Tai Koo Shing unit which he plans to rent out to generate profit. He hopes that the practical investment will guarantee his family’s living expenses in the future.
In addition to real estate, Roger now has plans to become a business owner. Recently, Roger traveled to China to attend the grand opening of Wing Wah Cake Shop’s flagship store in Shenzhen. Although he was originally scheduled to appear at the shop, Roger was later re-directed to perform the ceremony at a nearby hotel to ensure his safety from the crowds. As proof of his status and popularity in mainland China, Roger was accompanied by executives throughout the event and was given the VIP treatment. He also allegedly pocketed a 6-figure sum for this brief, one-hour guest appearance.
After the event was over, Roger immediately took a detour to visit a wholesale fruit market nearby. Studious and attentive, Roger spoke with several vendors to learn more about costs and the procurement process. Later, he was seen speaking with the owner of a local dessert shop, seeking advice on pricing, tastings, and menu designs.
Source: East Week
This article is written by Katrine for JayneStars.com.
Roger Kwok’s wife is very good in baking and making desserts. Probably that is the reason why he wants to start a dessert shop in China. If he does, probably they will have to spend some time in China every year.
Really?? If his wife knows how to bake well, why not use it to help earn more income for the family. It is hard for Roger to have to carry the financial burden himself.
Roger does earn alot of money atm an actors income is never stable
Yea, with artists, they may earn a lot of money but the income is really unstable. I was just reading about this other Taiwanese group who said that a few members did not have any jobs for 6 months and had to borrow money to pay rent. Life as an artist is hard which is why in many cases, the wife has to help out with bring home the bacon too.
I think his wife is pretty good in baking. She took many classes in baking and liked to make all kinds of cakes and pastries.
I think they agreed that it’s best for her to stay home and take care of the children, especially when his work takes him away from home so often.
If he is able to continue on carrying the financial burden then that it is good for her to stay home with the kids. However, as you know the income as an artist is unstable and you do not know what could happen in the future and what financial struggles that may come their way. Therefore, if Cindy is able to do something to help bring home the bacon why not?? Of course she will need to hire some help and all but I think she can do something on the side to help earn money and take care of the kids. It is no longer the old days where the women stay home and the men go out and work. Most people cannot afford to live on only one income these days unless the guy is either rich or well. But that is in the minority.
I agree with what you’re saying. Especially in Hong Kong. The gap between rich and poor is way too large.
Yea, the gap between the rich and poor is big in Hk and China as well. My sister in law told me stories about it since she is from there. Her aunt and cousins live in HK as well, but their family is middle class I think so their life is ok. But the poor have to really struggle to even have a roof over their heads since the rent/prices for property is just sooooo expensive.
To me, Roger Kwok will always be “Ah Wong” 🙂 It was the first role I saw him star in 😛
Ah Wong was awesome but he was playing someone with a low IQ Roger to be plays every role really well but all comedies
Yes, Roger was good in Ah Wong, but I actually prefer him in dramatic roles more.
Roger is one of those TVB actors whom I’ve been ‘following’ since he debuted in the 1980s. He’s gone through alot of ups and downs since then in both his life and career, so I’m definitely happy to see him doing well now with a great family and successful career.
It’s been awhile since I’ve seen Roger in a dramatic role (since many of his recent series have been comedies)…but looks like there might be a chance to see him in a dramatic role again in the upcoming series he’s starring in with Kristal and Ron…
Ah Wong is a classic. His character was adorable and touching. He need to make 3rd one
Ha ha ………. I hate Ah Wong’s character. It was stupid and silly. I did not like Roger’s acting in those comedic roles.
He acted best in “Last One Standing” as Tong Lap Yin, a villain.
The one with Kevin Cheng? I loved Roger in that role! The only other villainous role I’ve seen him in was “Instinct” and I hated it – though, that had more to do with the annoyingly stupid character itself.
Which series did he play Ah Wong in?? I guess it was a modern series so I did not see it. I love Roger in many of this roles.
@HTS: Square Pegs (ancient series) and Life Made Simple (modern series) — he played ‘Ah Wong’ in both series and won Best Actor both those years (love Roger and was absolutely ecstatic that he won, even though I actually didn’t feel that Ah Wong was his best performance…at that point, I didn’t care what he won for, I was just happy that he was finally being recognized for his years of hard work…oh and needless to say I was bawling when I saw how emotional he got in his acceptance speech).
In my opinion, one of Roger’s best performances to date was in The Intangible Truth back in 1994….that was a very difficult role to play, yet Roger absolutely nailed it! Too bad that series was so poorly received (at one point, it was known as the lowest rated series in TVB history)…the entire cast did a great job in that series…too bad no one got recognized for it.
I like to see him more in Tv… He’s good actor. Glad he’s branching out with financial security in mind to take care of his family. A responsible man.
Unless he’s fully content with the position he’s in right now, I do hope they’d try to utilise Roger’s skills more and give him better dramas and/or roles. He’s done far too much “babysitting” or filler stuff ever since Ah Wong. (Save for the upcoming Brother’s Keeper) I think Ruco’s in danger of slipping into that position as well…
You make a good point. For a period, I was wondering if Roger purposely took on “lighter roles” (comedy seems to be the easier genre to film) to keep his face in the HK audience’s heart, but is actually using his energy to focus on business elsewhere.
Either way, I will continue to support him! Really hope he’ll get another great role/script (although my hopes are low…because of TVB, not because of Roger’s skills).
Love you Roger!!! <3