Hu Gua's On‑stage Mishaps Spark Laughter on Taiwan's 'Weekend Strongest' Variety Show

Taiwanese TV variety program "Weekend Strongest" aired a Father’s Day special featuring a comedic skit where host Hu Gua was mistakenly called “dad” by actress Chen Yalan, prompting a humorous on‑stage correction. The segment also highlighted a physical challenge in which Hu Gua completed 16 squats in 25 seconds, only to be outpaced by co‑star Ah‑Xiang, who finished the same task in 12 seconds.

The show included other performers such as singer‑actress Fang Ji‑wei, who recounted a past incident of shaking hands with a navy commander through her sleeve, and a series of slapstick games involving balloon‑popping and mock combat. The episode blended classic Taiwanese songs with parody drama, culminating in a mock tiger chase and a final comedic showdown.

The broadcast was promoted as a new comedy series "Water Margin Laughs" and attracted audience attention for its playful banter and physical comedy.