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Pre-enlistment luggage surprise: Star brings graduation certificate to variety show

From Liberty Times · (11m ago) Chinese Positive tone

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Taiwanese celebrity Jia Chen brought his luggage, including his graduation certificate, to a TV show recording before his military enlistment.
  • Co-hosts Lin Mei-hsiu and Chang Tsui-hsing were surprised by his actions, with Lin jokingly saying she almost fainted.
  • The show, "We Are Family," explores generational differences in dating and features discussions on popular slang like 'chill'.

A recent episode of TVBS's "We Are Family" featured a lighthearted moment that perfectly encapsulates the blend of humor and cultural exploration the show offers. The program, which delves into generational differences through the lens of dating and lifestyle, found itself in a comical situation when guest Jia Chen brought his luggage, complete with his graduation certificate, to a recording session just days before his military enlistment.

I almost fainted.

โ€” Lin Mei-hsiuReacting to Jia Chen bringing his luggage, including his graduation certificate, to the show before his military enlistment.

Co-hosts Lin Mei-hsiu and Chang Tsui-hsing reacted with amused disbelief. Lin's exclamation of nearly fainting and Chang's playful questioning about the necessity of a household registration transcript highlighted the unexpectedness of Jia Chen's pre-enlistment preparations. This quirky incident underscores the show's ability to find relatable and humorous anecdotes within its exploration of different age groups.

Why bring a household registration transcript?

โ€” Chang Tsui-hsingJokingly questioning Jia Chen's extensive preparations before his military service.

The episode also touched upon contemporary slang, with Jia Chen introducing the concept of 'chill' vibes in Taiwan. The hosts' playful banter about understanding and using such terms showcased the generational gap in language and cultural references. Furthermore, the program visited a nostalgic ice parlor and a symbolic Hong Kong-style restaurantโ€”the very place where Jia Chen's parents metโ€”adding a layer of personal history and emotional resonance to the generational theme. This narrative approach, weaving together humor, cultural commentary, and personal stories, is a hallmark of "We Are Family," making it a unique and engaging watch for Taiwanese audiences.

You are so chill.

โ€” Jia ChenExplaining the Taiwanese concept of 'chill' vibes to his co-hosts.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.