Martin Wong (actor)
A rising Hong Kong actor and model who quickly became a familiar face in television dramas and BL series.
Born 1997 (age 29)·Hong Kong model and actor·Birthday: March 22·Generation Z
Biography
Martin Wong represents a new wave of Hong Kong screen talent. Born in 1997, he entered the industry through modeling, which paved the way for a remarkably swift ascent in acting. His film debut came alongside heavyweight Andy Lau in 2020, a launchpad that immediately signaled his potential. Wong then adeptly navigated the evolving landscape of Hong Kong entertainment, building his profile through popular ViuTV series like 'I SWIM' and 'SPARKS.' His career took a significant turn with his lead role in the 2025 Boys' Love series 'The Promise of the Soul,' which aired on international platforms, showcasing his appeal to broader, pan-Asian audiences. More than just a model-turned-actor, Wong has shown a knack for selecting projects that resonate with younger viewers, making him a symbol of the region's contemporary entertainment shift.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Martin was born in 1997, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Martin Was Born
The biggest hits of 1997
#1 Movie
Titanic
Best Picture
Titanic
#1 TV Show
ER
Martin's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1997Born
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2002Started school
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2010Became a teenager
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Could drive
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2015Could vote
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2018Turned 21
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 29 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made his film debut in 'Find Your Voice' (2020) acting alongside Hong Kong superstar Andy Lau.
- Starred as the male lead in the 2025 BL series 'The Promise of the Soul,' broadcast on SET Metro and iQIYI.
- Built a strong television presence through leading roles in ViuTV series such as 'I SWIM' and 'SPARKS.'
Did You Know?
He is also a singer, in addition to his work as an actor and model.
One of his early series, 'A Perfect Day for Arsenide,' was available on both HMVOD and Netflix.
He starred in the 2024 ViuTV series 'Margaret & David Tie.'
“I want to be an actor who can move people, not just a model who acts.”
