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Keung To (Chinese: 姜濤; born 30 April 1999) is a Hong Kong singer, actor, and a member of the Hong Kong boy band group Mirror. He rose to fame after winning ViuTV's reality talent competition Good Night Show - King Maker in 2018. Keung made his solo debut in June 2019 with the single "No. 1 Seed" (一號種籽). His fans are known as "Ginger Candy" (姜糖).
Key Information
Keung won the My Favourite Male Singer (2020, 2021 and 2024) and My Favourite Song award (2020-2024) at the Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation, he is the youngest ever to do so.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Keung To was born on 30 April 1999 in Hong Kong.[3] He is an only child. He attended Oi Kwan Road Baptist Church Lui Kwok Pat Fong Kindergarten, Hennessy Road Government Primary P.M. School, Tang Shiu Kin Victoria Government Secondary School,[citation needed] and graduated with a diploma from Yeo Chei Man Senior Secondary School.[4]
In 2017, Keung participated in the Mainland Chinese talent show Super Boy. He was victorious in the regional trials, becoming one of the four representatives of the region of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. He finished in the top 30.[5]
Music career
[edit]2018–present: Mirror
[edit]In 2018, Keung participated in the television reality talent show, Good Night Show - King Maker (Chinese: 全民造星) created by ViuTV as contestant #99. On 14 October, he won the competition, finishing with a combined score of 21.4%, determined by a professional judging panel and public votes.[6]
On 3 November 2018, Keung made his debut as a member of boy music group, Mirror, at a press conference with their debut single "In a Second" (一秒間).[7]
2019–2021: Early solo activities
[edit]In June 2019, Keung made his solo debut with the release of "Seed No.1" (一號種籽),[8][9] quickly climbing the mainstream pop music charts, topping at third place.[citation needed]
In July, he held a solo concert, for which tickets quickly sold out.[10] His following two singles, "Atlantis" (亞特蘭提斯), released in September, and "A Little More A Day" (一天多一點), in December, both charted on Hong Kong pop music charts.[citation needed]
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic interrupted his plans to South Korea to film a music video for a new song that had already been produced.[11] In response to the pandemic, Keung released the single "The Love Without Words"[12] (also known as "Saying I Love You With My Mouth Covered";[13] 蒙着嘴說愛你).[14] The music video, directed by Fen Yuen, emphasised the pandemic's effects on the lifestyle of Hongkongers. "The Love Without Words" won Most Popular Song at the 2020 Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation.[15] Keung also won Most Popular Male Singer at the same award show.[citation needed]
On 2 September 2020, Keung released his fifth single "Disease of Loneliness" (孤獨病). In contrast with the styles of his previous songs, the lyrics for this single evokes a deep sadness, revolving around Keung's personal experiences with no girlfriends. Keung created and directed the concept of the song's music video, shot in one continuous take.[16] On 15 November, Keung released his sixth single "Love Visa Application" (愛情簽證申請).[17][18] The song and music video were recorded and produced in Taiwan. Keung participated in writing the lyrics of the song and the story of the music video.[citation needed]
On 19 March 2021, Keung released "Master Class",[19][20] a Reggaeton and Blues song, receiving widespread positive feedback. On 29 May 2021, "Master Class" became Keung's first single to top four Hong Kong mainstream music charts. His eighth single, "Dear My Friend," was released on 5 August 2021. The ballad details his grief for his late friend Kin Lam who died unexpectedly in March 2021.[21] The single topped the weekly local streaming charts on KKBOX, Moov and Joox for four weeks. The song also won Most Popular Song at the 2021 Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation, making him the only winner to have won both Most Popular Song and Most Popular Male Singer in consecutive years. On 27 August, Error member Fatboy and Keung released the single "Agent Fat Keung 2.0" (特務肥姜2.0), as a continuation from their first performance together (特務肥姜), in Good Night Show - King Maker.
2021–2023: Self-inspection period
[edit]In September 2021, Keung announced the completion of the conceptual design of his 9th solo project, which also incorporated a mini documentary series, released via the Mirror YouTube Channel. Part 1 of the documentary was released on 9 November 2021, titled "Answers" with the second part titled "Questions" released in on 19 November. Keung expressed that the aim of the docuseries is to show people his most authentic self. In the series, he openly talked about dealing with the immense pressure and how it has affected his emotional health. "Spiegel Im Spiegel" 《鏡中鏡》, Keung's ninth solo song made its debut on stage at the MOOV Music on the Road concert, held on 7 December 2021. Keung incorporated krumping in the choreography of this particular performance to express the angst induced by the sense of isolation and self doubt that came with fame. The final part of his docuseries was released on 26 January 2022 where he left himself a reminder of how he dealt with the emotional lows.
He collaborated with singer-songwriter AGA on the single "I Know", released on 16 December, his first duet with a female vocalist.
Keung released his 10th solo work "What the Work Says" as a present to the fans on his 23rd birthday (30 April 2022), a piece that took a Lennon-esque stance against war and violence recorded at the early stages of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The music video marked the second directorial work by Keung and is a more ambitious piece that drew influences from Broadway productions, and was nominated for best music video in the Asian Television Awards in the same year.
Mirror's public activities came to a halt in July 2022 after a serious incident at the group's concert that left two dancers with severe injuries. All the members, including Keung, had to take a leave of absence, and they only returned to public eye to promote the TV series "We Got Game" in October 2022. However, on 11 November, Keung suffered an accident during the 903 All Star Basket Game that left him hospitalized with injuries to his knee and Achille's heel, requiring surgery and a prolonged recovery.
Despite a long hiatus and only releasing two songs in the year, Keung still received accolades at multiple music awards, including Commercial Radio's Ultimate Song Chart Awards, winning 4th place of "Top 10 Ultimate Songs" with "Spiegel Im Spiegel," and the My Favourite Song Award with "What the Work Says." The performance marked Keung's return to stage after recovering from surgery. His emotional and physical condition during the performance led to a slurry of criticism and attacks on social media.
In response, Keung released his 11th single "Dummy", a song about self-deprecation, in which he reminds himself to stay level headed and never become a mindless dummy. During interview at this period, Keung admitted that he had to dig deep to deal with the negativity resulting from the media attacks but appreciated all the criticism which gave him a chance to inspect his own flaws and improve. He debuted the song live at HKT West Kowloon Music Festival on 2 April 2023, which later Keung described as "one of the most important performances of his career".
2023–present: First solo concert and increasing market reach
[edit]Keung held "Waves: In my sight 2023" at the AsiaWorld Arena with four sold-out shows in August 2023. He released his twelfth single "Ocean" 《濤》 as the title song for this concert series, and collaborated with master choreographer Mui Cheuk-Yin on a much acclaimed opening medley that infused contemporary and Chinese dance styles into the performance. The song won "My Favourite Song Award" at the Ultimate Song Chart Awards in 2023 with record breaking number of votes received, and this marked the 4th year winning streak for Keung and a first ever in the award's history.[22] "Ocean" also came 6th in the Professional Recommendation segment of the Top 10 Ultimate Song Awards Presentation in 2023.
Keung performed two unreleased songs at his solo concert. "You are out of this world," a tribute to his fans for their unwavering support and "Every Single Time", an R&B influenced love song written by Louis Cheung.
On 23 November 2023, released his 13th solo single "The Irregulars", written and arranged by Terence Lam with lyrics by Wyman Wong. The song was seen as a continuation to the story in "Love Visa Application" with the music video shot predominantly in Taiwan, starring actress Tammy Lin who was also featured in the previous video.
Keung teamed up again with lyricist Siu Hak on his 14th single "Dark Moon", a song about the duality of humanity and how greed and other sins can drive one to give in to the unrestrained desires, and the only path to resist that temptation is to be reminded of one's purest intent. This also marked the first time Keung worked with producer T-Ma, who also wrote and arranged the music.
The promotional single "Bread and Better" marked the first English/Mandarin collaboration between Keung, Gareth Tong and Singaporean singer-songwriter Gentle Bones. The music video was released on 24 February 2024 on HSBC Singapore's YouTube channel.
"You are out of this world" was released on 30 April 2024 on Keung's 25th birthday as a present to his fans.
Every Single Time was released on 7 August 2024 which is directed by Stephen Fung.
Acting career
[edit]Keung made his acting debut on the ViuTV television series Retire to Queen.[23] Keung made a cameo appearance in the youth drama series We are the Littles, which aired in December 2020. He starred in the drama series Ink at Tai Ping, which aired in January 2021.[24] In August 2020, Keung began filming for Taiwanese drama Sometimes When We Touch. Filming concluded on 15 November. The series began airing in August 2021.[25] He made his film debut in the Kearen Pang film Mama's Affair, in which he co-stars with Teresa Mo and Jer Lau.[26]
Keung starred as Jack in the film My Heavenly City (2023), a Taiwanese student living in New York.
In 2024, Keung made a special appearance in the heist film The Moon Thieves as Uncle, the unhinged and arrogant son of a deceased underground watch dealer. Keung starred in the action comedy We 12 alongside members of Mirror.
On 24 June 2025, he felt sick and fell into the sea at "Central and Western District Promenade" after running, then he was sent to the Queen Mary Hospital.
Discography
[edit]Singles
[edit]As lead artist
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| HK [27][a] | |||
| "Seed No.1" (一號種籽) | 2019 | — | Non-album singles |
| "Atlantis" (亞特蘭提斯) | — | ||
| "A Little More a Day" (一天多一點) | — | ||
| "The Love Without Words" (蒙着嘴說愛你) | 2020 | 17 | |
| "Disease of Loneliness" (孤獨病) | 17 | ||
| "Love Visa Application" (愛情簽證申請) (feat. Jhen F) | — | ||
| "Master Class" | 2021 | 5 | |
| "Dear My Friend," | 1 | ||
| "I Know" (feat. AGA) | 13 | ||
| "Spiegel im Spiegel" (鏡中鏡) | 2022 | 4 | |
| "What The Work Says" (作品的說話) | 2 | ||
| "Chase" (追) | 2023 | 1 | Remembering Leslie |
| "Dummy" | 1 | Non-album singles | |
| "The Ocean" (濤) | 3 | ||
| "The Irregulars" (岩巉) | 2 | ||
| "Dark Moon" (黑月) | 2024 | 4 | |
| "You're Out Of This World" (好得太過份) | 1 | ||
| "Every Single Time" | 1 | ||
| “Ginkgo” | 2025 | 1 | |
| "On a Sunny Day" | 1 |
Collaborations
[edit]| Title | Year |
|---|---|
| "BMG - Be My Girl" (with Anson Lo) | 2019 |
| "Agent Fat Keung 2.0" (with Fatboy) | 2021 |
Soundtrack appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| Love Doesn't Make a Sound" (愛不作聲) (with Anson Lo) |
2021 | Sometimes When We Touch OST |
| "Forever" (風雨不改) | 2022 | Mama's Affair OST |
| "I Need You In My Li(f)e" | 2024 | My Lovely Liar OST |
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Original Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Love Before Birthday | 戀愛要在生日前 | Keung | Music Film |
| 2022 | Mama's Affair | 阿媽有咗第二個 | Fong Ching | |
| 2023 | My Heavenly City | 我的天堂城市 | Jack | Filmed in NYC[29] |
| 2024 | The Moon Thieves | 盜月者 | Uncle | Special Appearance[30] |
| We 12 | 12怪盜 | K.T. | [31] |
Television series
[edit]| Year | Title | Original Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Retire to Queen | 退休女皇 | Keung Tai Man (William) | Ep 1, 10, 11, 13–15, 17-20 |
| 2020 | We are the Littles | 男排女將 | Keung B | Ep 17, 18 Cameo |
| 2021 | Ink at Tai Ping | 太平紋身店 | Ip Tin Ching | |
| Sometimes When We Touch | 超感應學園 | Ma Ying Chen (French Toast) | ||
| 2022 | We Got Game | 季前賽 | Ko Ka Hau | |
| 2024 | Cicada Cycle | 十七年命運週期 | McDonald's Manager | Ep 2 Cameo |
| My Lovely Liar (HK) | 無用的謊言 | Man Cho Wo |
Variety show
[edit]| Year | Title | Original Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Good Night Show - King Maker | Good Night Show 全民造星 | Contestant No. 99 |
| Mirror Go | — | ||
| 2019 | Mirror Go 2 | — | |
| King Maker II | 全民造星II | Ep 1–13, 22–23, 27, 28, 32, 35, 37, 40, 43-46 | |
| 2021 | Battle Feel | 考有Feel | Ep 1, 2, 7, 8, 13, 14, 19, 20 |
| Be a Better MIRROR | 調教你MIRROR | ||
| One Day Store Manager | 全民·造星級店長 | ||
| 2023 | King Maker V Final | 全民造星V 總決賽 | Performer |
| Shiny Summer - MIRROR+ | 全星暑假 - MIRROR+ | ||
| MIRROR Time | — | ||
| 2024 | Mirror Chef | — |
Concerts
[edit]Solo
[edit]| Year | Date | Name | Venue | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 11–12, 26 July | Seed #1 Mini Concert | Music Zone, KITEC | [32] |
| 2023 | 2–5 August | "Waves" In My Sight Solo Concert 2023 | AsiaWorld–Arena | [33] |
Collaborations
[edit]| Year | Date | Name | Venue | Collaborating Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 27 September | 903 Music is Live Concert | AsiaWorld–Arena | Terence Lam, Jer Lau, Tyson Yoshi |
| 7–8 December | MOOV LIVE Music on the Road | Hall 5BC, HKCEC | Anson Kong, Anson Lo, Edan Lui, Ian Chan, Jer Lau |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Award | Year[b] | Nominee / Work | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Television Awards | 2022 | What the Work Says (作品的說話) | Best Music Video | Nominated | [34][35] |
| Chill Club Music Awards | 2021 | "Love Visa Application" | Top 10 Songs of the Year | Won | [36] |
| Keung To | Male Singer of the Year | Silver | |||
| Singer-songwriter of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| Lyricist of the Year | Nominated | ||||
| Joox Top Music Awards | 2020 | "The Love Without Words" | Top 10 Recommended Local Songs of the Year | Won | |
| 2021 | "Dear My Friend," | Won | [37] | ||
| Metro Radio Music Awards | 2019 | Keung To | Popular Idol Award | Won | [38] |
| 2020 | Won | [39] | |||
| 2021 | I Support Singer Award | Won | [40] | ||
| "Master Class" | I Support Songs Award | Nominated | |||
| "Dear My Friend," | Nominated | ||||
| "Agent Fat Keung 2.0" | Nominated | ||||
| "Love Visa Application" | Nominated | ||||
| Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Award | 2019 | Keung To | Best Prospect Award | Gold | [41] |
| 2020 | Male Singer Award | Bronze | [42] | ||
| "A Little More A Day" | Top 10 Songs Award | Nominated | |||
| "The Love Without Words" | Nominated | ||||
| "Disease of Loneliness" | Nominated | ||||
| Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation | 2019 | Keung To | Ultimate Newcomer | Bronze | |
| My Favourite Male Singer | Final 5 | ||||
| "No. 1 Seed" | My Favourite Song | Final 5 | |||
| 2020 | Keung To | My Favourite Male Singer | Won | ||
| "The Love Without Words" | My Favourite Song | Won | |||
| 2021 | Keung To | My Favourite Male Singer | Won | ||
| "Dear My Friend," | My Favourite Song | Won | |||
| 2022 | "Spiegel im Spiegel" | Top 10 Ultimate Songs | 4th | ||
| "What The Work Says" | My Favourite Song | Won | |||
| Yahoo!Asia Buzz Awards | 2018 | Keung To | Most Searched Photo for Hong Kong Male Artist | Won | [43] |
| 2020 | "The Love Without Words" | Most Popular Music Video | Won | [44] |
Film Award
| Award | Year | Nominee / Work | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Film Award | 2023 | "Forever" from Mama's Affair | Best Original Film Song | Nominated | [45] |
Lists
[edit]| Publication | List | Year | Recipient | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatler Asia | Asia's Most Influential | 2021 | Keung To | [46][47][48] |
| Variety | Variety's International Breakout Stars of 2021 | 2021 | Keung To | [49] |
Notes
[edit]- ^ The Billboard Hits of the World charts, including Hong Kong Songs, was first issued on 19 February 2022.[28]
- ^ Indicates the year of ceremony. Each year is linked to the article about the awards held that year, wherever possible.
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External links
[edit]Keung To
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Family background and upbringing
Keung To was born on 30 April 1999 in Hong Kong as the only child of parents who immigrated from mainland China.[5][7] His mother, who gave birth to him at age 40, experienced weakened health afterward and adopted a hands-off parenting style amid the family's modest circumstances.[8] The family lacked affluence or influential connections, with Keung To's upbringing shaped by poverty, frequent parental conflicts, and his father's catering work that involved regular travel between Hong Kong and the mainland, leading to prolonged separations and domestic arguments that sometimes escalated to physical fights.[9][10] As new immigrants, they encountered language barriers, with the mother depending on young Keung To to interpret Cantonese in everyday dealings.[7] These challenges fostered an early sense of independence and maturity in Keung To, whom he has described as influencing his outlook more than that of typical peers, amid an environment lacking emotional stability.[9]Schooling and pre-fame interests
Keung To attended Yeo Chei Man Senior Secondary School in Hong Kong, from which he graduated with a diploma prior to entering the entertainment industry.[3] He later reflected that he did not experience a full secondary school life, attributing this to his naughty behavior during that period.[11] In his youth, To initially aspired to become a racing driver, an ambition that shifted during secondary school after he began watching televised singing competitions.[11] By age 18, he had developed a strong interest in R&B music and expressed a desire to pursue a career as a dance-pop artist.[5] Prior to his breakthrough in Hong Kong, To participated in the 2017 Mainland Chinese talent show Super Boy, where he advanced to the top ranks but did not win.[3]Music career
Formation and debut with Mirror (2018)
Keung To participated in ViuTV's reality talent competition Good Night Show – King Maker in 2018, a program featuring 99 male contestants vying for music industry opportunities through performances and challenges.[12] He advanced to the finals and was declared the overall champion on October 14, 2018, outperforming competitors like Ian Chan and Lokman Yeung.[13] This victory propelled his visibility in Hong Kong's entertainment scene, highlighting his vocal abilities and stage presence amid a competitive field.[12] The show's conclusion directly facilitated the formation of the 12-member Cantopop boy band Mirror, selected from top performers including Keung To, Anson Lo, Anson Kong, and others such as Edan Lui, Jeremy Lee, and Alton Wong.[14] Mirror was established under ViuTV and Music Nation as a collective to revive interest in local boy bands, drawing inspiration from K-pop models while focusing on Cantonese-language music.[15] Keung To's championship status positioned him as a key member, though the group emphasized collaborative dynamics over individual hierarchies.[16] Mirror made its official debut on November 3, 2018, during a press conference where the group unveiled its debut single "In a Second" (一秒間), a track blending pop rhythms with emotional lyrics about fleeting moments.[17] The single marked the band's entry into the market, achieving immediate streaming traction and setting the stage for Mirror's rapid rise amid Hong Kong's evolving music landscape.[18] Keung To contributed vocals to the release, aligning his solo potential with the group's synchronized performances and branding.[19]Initial solo endeavors (2019–2020)
In June 2019, Keung To released his debut solo single, "No. 1 Seed" (一號種籽), on June 11, marking his initial foray into independent music production outside of Mirror activities.[5][20] The track, which narrates a young person's sacrifice of romance for personal dreams, peaked at number 3 on Hong Kong music charts, demonstrating rapid commercial viability.[21] This success prompted a sold-out solo concert in July 2019, his first such event, underscoring early fan enthusiasm amid his rising profile as Mirror's lead vocalist.[21] Extending these efforts into 2020, Keung issued "The Love Without Words" in April, a ballad that further solidified his solo presence by securing the Most Popular Song award at the Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation that year.[22] The same awards ceremony recognized him as Most Popular Male Singer, a milestone achieved at age 20, highlighting his individual draw in Cantopop despite group commitments.[23] These releases and accolades reflected Keung's strategic pivot to solo output, leveraging Mirror's platform for personal artistic expression while navigating Hong Kong's competitive music landscape.[5]Period of introspection and Mirror activities (2021–2022)
In early 2021, Keung To released his seventh solo single, "Master Class", on March 19, an R&B track that examined the duality of public praise and criticism while grappling with his evolving identity as an idol.[5] Later that year, on August 5, he issued "Dear My Friend", a poignant tribute to his late friend Kin Lam, conveying themes of grief, memory, and emotional solace derived from personal loss.[5] These releases marked a phase of self-examination amid rising fame pressures. Concurrently, Keung To remained active with Mirror, contributing to the group's "One & All" Live 2021 concert series in June, which comprised six sold-out performances achieving record ticket sales for the venue.[24] Mirror also unveiled hits such as "Boss" in July, filmed at Hong Kong Disneyland, and secured endorsements including ambassadorships for Samsung and McDonald's Hong Kong in September and October, with Keung To headlining the latter's localized "Keung B Meal" promotion.[24] The group earned accolades like Best Group at the Metro Radio Hits Music Awards 2021 for "Boss".[24] Entering 2022, Keung To's introspective output persisted with his ninth single, "Spiegel im Spiegel", released January 2, which emphasized mental resilience, self-doubt navigation, and response to external scrutiny through minimalist composition.[5] Mirror sustained momentum with ongoing promotions and live engagements, including a concert series at the Hong Kong Coliseum. However, on July 28, during the fourth show, a large video panel collapsed from the ceiling, severely injuring two backup dancers—Mo Li Kai-yin, who required intensive care, and Chang Tsz-fung—prompting the immediate halt of the performance and a broader suspension of the group's public activities.[25] This incident triggered investigations and cast a shadow over the band's trajectory, though Keung To publicly refuted disbandment rumors shortly thereafter.[26]Solo ascent and international expansion (2023–2025)
In August 2023, Keung To held his debut solo concert titled "Waves in My Sight" at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, spanning multiple dates including August 2–3 for Mirror fanclub members and August 4–5 for the general public, marking a pivotal step in his independent artistic presence beyond group activities.[27] The event tied into his single "Waves (濤)", released on August 24, 2023, which served as its theme and later won the Most Popular Song award at the 2023 Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation.[5] This concert underscored his growing solo draw, with a Blu-ray release following in 2024.[28] Keung To sustained his solo momentum through consistent single releases, including "Dummy" on May 29, 2023, a response to performance criticism; "Irregular (岩巉)" on November 27, 2023; "Dark Moon (黑月)" on January 18, 2024; "You're out of this world (好得太過份)" on April 30, 2024; and "Every single time" on August 7, 2024.[5][29] In 2025, he issued "Ginkgo (白果)" on January 3, which amassed over 43 million Spotify streams and six million YouTube views; "On a Sunny Day" on April 30; and "Lonely Planet (流浪星球)" on September 2, his first Mandarin-language solo single aimed at broader audiences.[5][30] These tracks demonstrated thematic evolution from introspection to romantic and exploratory narratives, bolstered by high streaming figures such as 53 million for "You're out of this world".[30] His accolades reinforced this ascent, with "You're out of this world" securing the My Favourite Song award for the fourth consecutive year at the 2024 Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation, surpassing Jacky Cheung's previous record, and earning My Favourite Male Singer that year.[6] For international reach, Keung To performed at the 2025 TMElive International Music Awards on August 22 in Macau's Galaxy Arena, sharing the stage with global acts like aespa and TWICE, representing a rare platform for Hong Kong artists.[31][32] The Mandarin single "Lonely Planet" further signaled expansion toward Mandarin-speaking markets, topping YouTube trending in Hong Kong for over three weeks post-release.[33]Acting career
Television and film roles
Keung To made his acting debut in the ViuTV series Retire to Queen in 2019, portraying the supporting role of William, a young man navigating family dynamics in a retirement home setting.[13] That same year, he starred in the micro film Love before Birthday, taking a lead role in this short-form production focused on romantic themes.[34] In 2020, he made a guest appearance as Keung B in episodes 17–18 of the youth sports drama We Are the Littles, which follows a girls' volleyball team.[34] To expanded his television presence in 2021 with a supporting role as Yip Tin Ching in the 15-episode series Ink at Tai Ping, a drama centered on a tattoo parlor, and a lead role as Ma Ying Chen (nicknamed "French Toast") in the 20-episode supernatural series Sometimes When We Touch.[34] He took another lead role in 2022 as Ko Ka Hau in the 15-episode basketball-themed drama We Got Game, highlighting athletic rivalries and personal growth.[34] In 2024, To starred as Man Jo Wo in the 20-episode remake My Lovely Liar, adapting a Korean series about lie detection and romance.[34] In film, To debuted in the 2022 family drama Mama's Affair, directed by Kearen Pang, where he played Fong Ching, the conflicted son of a single mother, opposite fellow Mirror member Jer Lau as his brother; the production by Emperor Motion Pictures emphasized generational tensions and premiered in Hong Kong on July 7, 2022.[14] He followed with lead roles in 2023's My Heavenly City as Jack, a Taiwanese student in a cross-cultural story, and We 12 as K.T., a character in this ensemble drama.[34][13] In 2024, he appeared in a guest capacity as Uncle in the crime thriller The Moon Thieves, directed by Kim-Wai Yuen.[35]Variety show appearances
Keung To has made several appearances on Hong Kong variety programs, predominantly on ViuTV, often in group formats with fellow Mirror members or as a guest judge leveraging his King Maker win. These outings typically involve challenges, games, or promotional segments, showcasing his comedic timing and physical agility.[36][34] In 2019, he participated in King Maker II as a judge for episodes 2–13 and performer in the finale, drawing on his experience from the original competition to mentor contestants. His 2021 appearances included Battle Feel (考有Feel), a game show where he delivered high-energy performances in physical challenges, earning praise for his unreserved engagement. He also featured as a regular member in Be a Better MIRROR (調教你MIRROR), a 20-episode series documenting Mirror's training regimen, skill-building tasks, and group dynamics across locations like Mui Wo.[37] Additionally, in One Day Store Manager (全民·造星級店長), he took on managerial roles in simulated retail scenarios, highlighting teamwork under pressure.[34] Later credits encompass Mirror Chef in 2024, where Mirror members competed in cooking challenges over 15 episodes, with To appearing in initial installments.[34] In 2023, during Taiwan promotions for The Moon Thieves, he guested on Entertainment 100% (娛樂百分百), participating in segments tied to his longstanding fandom of the program. He is slated for Strawberry Seoul Time in 2025 as a regular, focusing on Seoul-based adventures.[34]| Year | Program | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | King Maker II | Judge (Eps. 2–13), Performer (finale) | ViuTV |
| 2021 | Battle Feel | Contestant | ViuTV |
| 2021 | Be a Better MIRROR | Regular Member (20 eps.) | ViuTV [37] |
| 2021 | One Day Store Manager | Regular Member | ViuTV [34] |
| 2023 | Entertainment 100% | Guest | CTI |
| 2024 | Mirror Chef | Regular Member (early eps., 15 eps. total) | ViuTV [34] |
| 2025 | Strawberry Seoul Time | Regular Member (15 eps.) | ViuTV [34] |
Other professional activities
Endorsements and commercial ventures
Keung To has secured numerous endorsement deals with consumer brands, leveraging his popularity as a singer and actor in Hong Kong. In February 2021, he featured in McDonald's Hong Kong's campaign for the Big Mac relaunch, highlighting his prior part-time employment at the chain as a cashier.[38][39] Later that year, in August 2021, he starred in HSBC's PayMe mobile payment platform's "Hong Kong's Wallet" campaign, appearing in a music video promoting its features.[40][41] Subsequent endorsements expanded to fashion, beauty, and beverages. In 2022, Keung To collaborated with Darlie Hong Kong on an integrated campaign that redefined the toothpaste brand's image, emphasizing his appeal to younger demographics.[42] He also endorsed brands including Burberry for luxury apparel, Charles & Keith for footwear, FILA for sportswear, NIVEA for skincare, and Dyson for appliances.[3] In 2023, he promoted Coca-Cola's "Irreplaceable Me" campaign in Hong Kong and Macau, focusing on self-belief and passion.[43] That same year, Keung To launched his own personal brand, debuting a line of children's apparel at a press conference on April 27.[44] Additional commercial ventures include partnerships with Estée Lauder for beauty products and 1664 Blanc for a 2022 promotional campaign titled "1664 Blanc Presents: Keung To with a Twist," which earned multiple awards at the Marketing Excellence Awards.[45][46] These deals have positioned him as a versatile endorser across fast food, finance, luxury goods, and personal care sectors.Live events and performances outside music
Keung To participated in the NBA Legends Celebrity Game held in Macau on December 8, 2024, where he demonstrated his basketball skills, scoring 13 points including three-pointers, providing 5 assists and 2 rebounds, and earning recognition for his all-around performance.[47] Prior to his music career, To had competed in youth basketball tournaments, achieving notable success such as MVP awards in local leagues, which informed his athletic display at the event organized as part of NBA activities in Asia.[48] In October 2025, To appeared at NBA Fan Day in Macau, contributing to interactive segments alongside figures like Shaquille O'Neal, leveraging his longstanding interest in the sport evidenced by prior courtside attendance at NBA games in the United States.[49] To has engaged in high-fashion runway presentations as a model for Kenzo during Paris Fashion Week. On January 24, 2025, he attended and participated in the Kenzo Fall-Winter 2025 menswear show directed by Nigo, embodying the brand's archival and military-inspired silhouettes.[50] He repeated this for the Kenzo Spring-Summer 2026 collection on June 27, 2025, walking the runway at the event's venue, Maxim's in Paris, as a friend of the house.[51] These appearances align with his ambassadorship for the brand, extending his public persona beyond musical stages to international fashion platforms.[52]Discography
Singles as lead artist
Keung To's solo singles, released primarily in Cantopop style, span themes of love, introspection, and personal growth, often achieving commercial success in Hong Kong charts. His debut marked the start of frequent releases, with many topping local sales and streaming metrics.[21]| Title (English/Chinese) | Release date |
|---|---|
| No. 1 Seed (一號種籽) | June 2019 |
| Atlantis (亞特蘭提斯) | September 2019 |
| A Little More a Day (一天多一點) | December 2019 |
| Saying I Love You with My Mouth Covered (蒙著嘴說愛你) | 2020 |
| Disease of Loneliness (孤獨病) | September 2, 2020 |
| Love Visa Application (愛情簽證申請) | November 15, 2020 |
| Master Class | March 19, 2021 |
| Dear My Friend | August 6, 2021 |
| Spiegel im Spiegel (鏡中鏡) | January 2, 2022 |
| What the Work Says (作品的說話) | April 30, 2022 |
| Dummy | 2023 |
| Waves (濤) | August 24, 2023 |
| Irregular (岩巉) | November 27, 2023 |
| Dark Moon (黑月) | January 18, 2024 |
| You're out of This World (好得太過份) | April 30, 2024 |
| Every Single Time | August 7, 2024 |
| Gingko (白果) | January 3, 2025 |
| On a Sunny Day | April 30, 2025 |
| Lonely Planet (流浪星球) | September 2, 2025 |
Collaborative singles
Keung To has released several singles in collaboration with other artists, often blending Cantopop elements with rap or alternative styles. These tracks typically feature him sharing lead vocals or verses, distinct from his solo releases and Mirror group performances. One early collaboration was "BMG (Be My Girl)" with fellow Mirror member Anson Lo, released on July 5, 2019, as a promotional single emphasizing youthful romance.[58] In August 2021, Keung To partnered with rapper Fatboy (Leung Yip from Error) for "Agent FatKeung 2.0" (特務肥姜2.0), a sequel to an earlier informal duet from a talent show; the track, composed by Ariel Lai with lyrics by T-Rexx, combines humor and action-themed lyrics, achieving over 5 million YouTube views.[59] "I Know" (feat. AGA), released December 17, 2021, marked Keung To's first duet with a female vocalist, exploring themes of unspoken longing and emotional distance in relationships.[60] In early 2022, he collaborated with TYSON YOSHI on "I DON'T GIVE A PART II," a high-energy track performed live at events, continuing a bold, defiant narrative from its predecessor.[61] "Bread and Better," a multilingual promotional single with Gareth.T and Singaporean artist Gentle Bones, debuted February 2, 2024, incorporating English and Mandarin lyrics to promote cross-cultural appeal in a lighthearted, upbeat format.[62]| Title | Collaborator(s) | Release Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMG (Be My Girl) | Anson Lo | July 5, 2019 | Promotional duet with Mirror member.[58] |
| Agent FatKeung 2.0 | Fatboy | August 27, 2021 | Humorous rap-infused track; sequel to talent show performance.[59] |
| I Know (feat. AGA) | AGA | December 17, 2021 | First female collaboration; themes of relational hesitation.[60] |
| I DON'T GIVE A PART II | TYSON YOSHI | Early 2022 | Energetic sequel emphasizing independence.[61] |
| Bread and Better | Gareth.T, Gentle Bones | February 2, 2024 | English/Mandarin crossover for broader audience.[62] |
Soundtrack contributions
Keung To has provided theme songs for Hong Kong films and television series, often blending Cantopop elements with thematic narratives tied to the productions. His contributions emphasize emotional resilience and interpersonal bonds, aligning with the dramatic contexts of the media. In 2022, he recorded "風雨不改" as the theme song for the comedy-drama film 阿媽有咗第二個, directed by Lee Cheuk-pan and focusing on family dynamics and unexpected pregnancies. Composed by Alan Wong and Wendy Weng, with lyrics by Chan Wing-kam, the track was released as a single on August 17 and features orchestral arrangements underscoring themes of unwavering support amid life's challenges.[63] For television, Keung To contributed "I Need You In My Li(f)e" as the opening theme for the 2024 ViuTV series 無用的謊言, a Cantonese adaptation of the South Korean drama My Lovely Liar that explores deception, truth detection, and romance. Released on December 19, the song—composed by Marcus Lee and James Wu, with lyrics co-written by Chan Wing-kam and Marcus Lee—incorporates introspective verses about trust and vulnerability, produced under Edward Chan.[64][65]| Song Title | Media | Role | Release Date | Key Contributors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 風雨不改 | 阿媽有咗第二個 (film) | Theme song | August 17, 2022 | Composers: Alan Wong, Wendy Weng; Lyrics: Chan Wing-kam[63] |
| I Need You In My Li(f)e | 無用的謊言 (ViuTV series) | Opening theme | December 19, 2024 | Composers: Marcus Lee, James Wu; Lyrics: Chan Wing-kam, Marcus Lee[64] |