Gini Chang
Macanese actress and host (born 1994)
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Gini Chang Hio Cheng (born 3 October 1994)[1] is a Singapore-based Macanese actress and television host.[2]
- Actress
- television host
- former primary school teacher
Gini Chang | |
|---|---|
| Born | 3 October 1994 |
| Other names | Zeng Xiaoqing |
| Alma mater | Education University of Hong Kong |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2019−present |
| Musical career | |
| Member of | 4567 |
| Chinese name | |
| Traditional Chinese | 曾曉晴 |
| Simplified Chinese | 曾晓晴 |
| Hanyu Pinyin | Zéng Xiǎoqíng |
Early life and education
Born in Macau, Chang obtained her degree in Master of Teaching from the Education University of Hong Kong.[3] At age 17, she discovered her love for performing when she was cast in a wemovie promo trailer. Chang left her primary school teacher position and moved to Singapore after being scouted on the streets for Star Search 2019.[4]
Career
In the Star Search competition, Chang was a finalist and later made her acting debut in the drama series All Around You.[5][6]
In 2021, Mediacorp's artiste management arm The Celebrity Agency roped in Chang, Jernelle Oh, Juin Teh and Seow Sin Nee to form the group "4567".[7][8]
In 2022, Chang was cast in the 130-episode long-form medical series Healing Heroes, where she played a young aspiring doctor.[9][10]
She has been a regular host of #JustSwipeLah and matinee lifestyle show Silver Carnival since 2021 and 2022, respectively.[11][12][13]
Filmography
Television series
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | All Around You (回路网) | Ma Siyu | [14] | |
| 2020 | Super Dad (男神不败) | Chen Yuxin | ||
| 2021 | My Star Bride | Ouyang Shanshan (Mai Phuong Nhi / Mei Fangni) | ||
| I Want To Be a Towkay (亲家冤家做头家) | Loria Chui | |||
| Mr Zhou's Ghost Stories@Job Haunting | Woman | |||
| 2022 | Healing Heroes (医生不是神) | Yige | ||
| Love Unbound (爱不止息) | Kelly | Episode 3: "Far Apart but Close at Heart" | [15] | |
| 2023 | Last Madame: Sisters of the Night | Nozomi (young Ah Yoke) | ||
| 2024 | If Tomorrow Comes (再见明天) | Chloe Luo | ||
| 2025 | Emerald Hill - The Little Nyonya Story (小娘惹之翡翠山) | Ah Zhen |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | King of Hawkers (小贩之王) | 李晨贝 CP | [16] |
Hosting
| Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021−present | #JustSwipeLah (刷一刷) | Web series | |
| 2022 | Dad, I've Got Your Back (爸比，我挺你) | ||
| 2022−present | Silver Carnival (银色嘉年华) | ||
| 2023 | 4567 JB Makan Lobang | Web series |
Discography
Compilation albums
| Year | English title | Mandarin title |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | MediaCorp Music Lunar New Year Album 22 | 新传媒群星旺虎泰哥迎春乐 |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Star Awards | Most Popular Rising Stars | N/a | Nominated | |
| Favourite Onscreen Couple (Drama) | Healing Heroes | Nominated | |||
| Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards | Best Newcomer Actress | Last Madame: Sisters of the Night | Nominated | [17] | |
| 2024 | New York Festivals TV and Film Awards | Best Performance By An Actress | Finalist | [18] | |
| Star Awards | Top 3 Most Popular Rising Stars | N/a | Nominated | [19] | |
| 2025 | Star Awards | Top 3 Most Popular Rising Stars | N/a | Nominated | [20] |