Former "Bang Bang Tang" members' group chat silent amid draft-dodging scandal, says "Xiao Yu" Yang Chiyu

Taiwanese celebrities from the group "Bang Bang Tang" attended a press conference for the musical "Crash, Boom Boom Love!" The musical features "Xiao Yu" Yang Chiyu, Lai Ya Yan, "Xiao Le" Chris Wu, and others.

Yang Chiyu, who plays a rapper in the musical, said the role is familiar yet new. He noted that the character's personality is similar to his own, drawing from his experiences in group life, media exposure, and idol image management. However, he contrasted the character's online persona, which he described as "talking nonsense" and retaliating against criticism, with his own "Buddha-like" real-life approach.

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I'll ask in the group chat later.

Chris Wu plays a "mother-born single" lead singer. He joked about being a workaholic but admitted that being single is unlike his character. Lai Ya Yan encouraged him, saying, "You'll act well."

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It's been a bit silent lately! Let's not disturb them for now.

Yang Chiyu and Chris Wu, former "Model Bang Bang Tang" members, are reuniting on stage after many years. Wu recalled meeting Yang Chiyu on the show when he was 16 and being impressed by his looks and care. Yang Chiyu teased Wu about being a "high-achiever" in their group, but then revealed a "pretending to be dumb" culture on the show. He explained that they sometimes feigned ignorance for comedic effect, admitting, "I'm really dumb!"

Yang Chiyu also discussed the challenges of capturing the current idol rap style, particularly the "ABC accent." He explained that as a "local guy," he had to adjust his delivery to fit his character, "A Bin," who doesn't have that accent. He asked the other actors for feedback, who praised his performance.

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Come on, you'll act well.

When asked about former "Bang Bang Tang" members attending the musical, Yang Chiyu humorously replied that the group chat has been "silent lately" and he didn't want to disturb them, referencing recent "draft-dodging" controversies. Other cast members expressed their intention to invite their friends and fellow artists.

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Brother was definitely one of the most handsome back then.