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| “I Just Don’t Want Kids”: Carina Lau’s candid remark in reality show goes viral |
Veteran Hong Kong actress Carina Lau has become the talk of social media after a candid moment on the reality series The Blooming Journey reignited the long-standing conversation about women, marriage, and motherhood in Chinese entertainment.
The Moment That Started It All
A behind-the-scenes clip released on 15 October featured a casual dinner chat between Carina Lau, He Saifei, Liu Xiaoqing, Ning Jing, and Cecilia Cheung.
The scene looked harmless at first — a group of actresses laughing and sharing stories — until the topic of “having children” came up.
He Saifei started the discussion by saying, “Times have changed.”
Without hesitation, Carina Lau raised her hand and replied honestly, “I just don’t want to have children.”
Her frank answer immediately drew a surprised reaction from He Saifei, who asked, “Then how will life continue?” and went on to insist passionately, “We must carry on the family line!”
Carina Lau, visibly uncomfortable, calmly countered, “Don’t say that. I don’t agree.”
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The short exchange quickly went viral online, with netizens split between admiration for her honesty and criticism from those holding more traditional views.
A Long-Respected Couple With a Quiet Life
Carina Lau has been married to acclaimed actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai for years, often described as one of the most private and enduring couples in the industry.
While their personalities differ — Carina being outspoken and social, Tony more introverted — the two have maintained a warm, stable relationship without children.
Their quiet family life recently expanded in another way.
In October 2024, Carina Lau revealed through social media that she and Tony had adopted two adorable dogs, one black and one white.
When asked whether she’d consulted her husband beforehand, she laughed:
“He was actually happier than I was! I used to say no, but once I agreed, he looked shocked and said, ‘Are you serious?’”
Netizens React
The clip sparked waves of discussion on Weibo and Douyin, where many praised Carina Lau for speaking her mind in an industry that often pressures women to fit a traditional mould.
Others sided with He Saifei’s view, suggesting that “continuing the family line” remains a cultural expectation that’s hard to dismiss.
Still, most agreed that Carina’s openness reflects how perspectives in modern Chinese society are shifting — from being defined by family obligations to living according to one’s own values.
As one popular comment summed it up: “She’s lived her life on her own terms, and that’s something to respect — not debate.”
Source: Weibo