TVB drama City of Splendor sparks controversy over nudity

The TVB anniversary drama “City of Splendor” has ignited widespread debate regarding the use of nudity and provocative scenes for promotion and viewership. Former TVB actress Lok Yan-ming criticized the production's reliance on female bodies as “low-class,” urging female performers to reject poor scripts that prioritize sexual appeal over professional storytelling.

Actress Cheung Hei-man faced scrutiny after a scene involving a semi-nude, single-take sequence with co-star Julian Cheung was revealed. Reports indicate Cheung initially resisted the request for the scene, which led to a three-month production delay, before eventually filming it after discussions regarding its necessity for her character's development.

Additionally, actress Chan Ying received dozens of complaints from viewers following a scene involving nudity. The controversy has prompted discussions among parents regarding appropriate content for prime-time television, and the production is currently awaiting investigation by Hong Kong media authorities to determine if regulations were violated.