When I first heard about Baby Hero, an action-comedy film co-produced by Singapore’s Hong Pictures and Bangkok-based Hollywood (Thailand), I knew it would be something special. So, when the opportunity arose to attend the media conference and gala premiere, I jumped at the chance.
A collaboration movie between Singapore and Thailand is unique and challenging in filmmaking and I can’t wait to watch the movie itself.
As I entered the venue, I spotted a familiar face—Yes933 DJ Chen Ning. She was the emcee for the media conference, and listening to her speak felt like tuning in to a live radio broadcast. Her energetic and engaging presence set the tone for the event.
The highlight of the conference was undoubtedly meeting the cast and crew of Baby Hero. This wasn’t just any film for Wang Wei Liang, the charismatic actor best known for Ah Boys to Men. He stepped into a new role as executive producer for this project, producing and acting as the character Ah Jiu.
Each cast member brought their unique flair to the film:
From left to right: Long Lee (Sun), Hayley Woo (Leena), Vithaya Pansringarm (Por Yai), Chen Tian Wen (Mr. Fu), Lim Yew Huat (Chang Mao), Daew (Gao Shou) and Kongkit (Kit).
The Story of Baby Hero
Set in the picturesque Happy Village, Baby Hero follows the journey of Sun, a young man torn between his dream of becoming a musician and his family obligations.
When Sun’s girlfriend, Leena, joins a tour group to Happy Village to win him back, things take an unexpected turn. The group includes Ah Jiu, a thief sent to steal a sacred statue from the village.
What unfolds is a thrilling, laugh-out-loud adventure as Sun and his ragtag group of quirky tourists band together to protect the village and its magical relic. The film masterfully blends heartfelt moments, comedic brilliance, and action-packed sequences to keep audiences hooked from start to finish.
Fun Facts About The Cast
The Thai cast of Baby Hero has fascinating connections to Singapore:
- Long Lee speaks basic Chinese as his father is Singaporean.
- Vithaya Pansringarm has grandparents who were Singaporeans, and he grew up eating laksa!
It’s heartwarming to know these ties to Singapore helped create a sense of familiarity for the Thai cast during filming. With so many Singaporean actors and actresses on set, it truly felt like a homegrown collaboration.
Attending the media conference was an intimate and insightful experience. Unlike the bustling atmosphere of a gala premiere, the smaller setting allowed me to learn more about the movie directly from the cast and crew.
One touching moment I witnessed was Vithaya tearing up after filming the movie’s music video. Even the cast hasn’t watched the full movie or seen the music video yet, which made the event feel like a shared journey into the unknown.
If you’re looking for a movie that combines action, humour, and heart, Baby Hero is one to watch. It’s not just a film—it’s a celebration of cross-cultural storytelling and collaboration.
