Mirror (group)
| Company type | Boy band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music, entertainment |
| Founded | November 3, 2018 in Hong Kong |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong , Hong Kong |
| Products | Music recordings, concerts, television appearances |
MIRROR (presented in uppercase) is a Hong Kong-based boy group that originated from the 2018 reality talent competition Good Night Show - King Maker broadcast by ViuTV. The ensemble consists of twelve artists: Frankie Chan, Alton Wong, Lokman Yeung, Stanley Yau, Anson Kong, Jer Lau, Ian Chan, Anson Lo, Jeremy Lee, Edan Lui, Keung To, and Tiger Yau. Their official debut occurred on 3 November 2018 with the release of the single "In a Second".
Following their debut, MIRROR has garnered a variety of prestigious honors such as the Metro Radio Hits Music Award for Best Group, the Ultimate Song Chart Award recognizing them as Group of the Year (Gold), and the same Group of the Year (Gold) title at ViuTV's first Chill Club Music Awards. The group is widely acknowledged for revitalizing the Cantopop scene and igniting a substantial fan movement throughout Hong Kong. Their 2020 track "Ignited" earned Top Ten Song of the Year accolades at both the Ultimate Song Chart Awards and Chill Club Music Awards. In 2021, their song "Warrior" maintained the number one position on the Ultimate 903 Chart for two consecutive weeks, marking the first time in 15 years a group song achieved this feat.
Each member has also pursued individual ventures, branching into acting roles in television dramas, participation in reality programs, and film appearances.
2018: Formation through Good Night Show – King Maker
In July 2018, ViuTV introduced Good Night Show - King Maker, a competitive reality program featuring 99 male contestants. Competitors showcased their talents both solo and in groups, with judges determining advancement rounds. The grand finale was broadcast live on 14 October 2018, where outcomes were decided by a combination of audience votes and judges’ evaluations. Keung To secured first place, Ian earned second, and Lokman took third. Additionally, Anson Kong, Edan Lui, Jeremy Lee, and Stanley Yau ranked within the top ten finalists. Plans were set by ViuTV to establish a boy band comprising these top ten performers, initiating contract discussions shortly afterward.
2018–2020: Official debut and early development
MIRROR officially launched on 3 November 2018 with twelve members under the management of producer Ahfa Wong.[1] Their group name symbolizes each member’s distinct potential and individuality, representing boundless opportunities.[1] The debut single was "In a Second" (一秒間).[2]
On 21 December 2018, MIRROR held their inaugural live concert at Kowloonbay International Trade & Exhibition Centre Star Hall. Tickets sold out swiftly following their release on 15 November.[1][3][4] The setlist combined original compositions with select Korean pop covers, highlighting their distinctive style rather than adhering strictly to typical K-pop conventions.[5]
From January 2019 through November 2020, MIRROR released five more singles: "ASAP" (2019), "Broken Mirror" (破鏡) (2019), the anniversary track "Reflection" (2019), "Ignited" (2020), and "One and All" (2020).Cite error: Closing </ref> missing for <ref> tag
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Collaborations
| Title | Year | Artists | Remarks |
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| "Day 0" | 2024 | Mirror featuring Dame D.O.L.L.A. | An English-language piece emphasizing global partnership and expansion into international markets |
Unit songs
| Title | Year | Members |
|---|---|---|
| "Strawberry Love" | 2024 | Anson Lo, Edan, Jeremy, Keung To |
| "Culture Vulture" (吃腐肉的鷹) | Ian, Jer, Stanley, Tiger | |
| "FING!" | Alton, Anson Kong, Frankie, Lokman |
Additional tracks
| Title | Year | Remarks |
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| "Gold Statue" (金人) | 2022 | Official theme for the 40th Hong Kong Film Awards, boosting presence within the entertainment sector |
| "Go Green" | 2023 | Theme song for the Watsons x Mirror environmental campaign 'Let's Go Green', supporting corporate social responsibility efforts |
Film
| Year | Title | Chinese Title | Comments |
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| 2024 | We 12 | 12怪盜 | Feature film involving the entire group, illustrating diversification into cinematic revenue channels |
Television series
| Year | Title | Chinese title | Broadcasting Network |
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| 2020 | We Are the Littles | 男排女將 | ViuTV – key media collaboration aimed at broadening viewer base |
Variety shows
| Year | Title | Network | Remarks |
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| 2018 | Good Night Show - King Maker | ViuTV | |
| Mirror Go | |||
| 2019 | Mirror Go 2 | ||
| Mirror 1st Anniversary | |||
| King Maker II | |||
| 2021 | Battle Feel | ||
| Be a Better MIRROR | |||
| 'Mirror Euro Goal Fun' | 'Now TV' | 'Utilizing sports events to enhance brand engagement' | |
| 'Shiny Summer – MIRROR+' | 'ViuTV' | 'Seasonal variety program designed to boost fan interaction' | |
| 'Mirror Time' | 'ViuTV' | 'Promotional initiative supporting tourism development in the region' | |
| 'Mirror Chef' | 'ViuTV' | 'Expanding into lifestyle content with culinary-themed programming' |
Radio programs
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Remarks |
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| 2019–2020 | MIRROR Channel | Host | Metro Info (FM 99.7) |
Concerts and tours
| Title | Date(s) | City | Venue |
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| 2018 The First Mirror Live Concert | 21 December 2018 | Hong Kong | Star Hall, KITEC |
| Mirror "One & All" Live 2021 | 6 May 2021 | ||
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| Mirror.We.Are Live Concert 2022 | 25 July 2022 | Hong Kong Coliseum |
Feel the Passion World Tour
| Date | City | Country | Venue |
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| 15 January 2024 | Hong Kong | AsiaWorld–Arena | |
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| 12 March 2024 | London | England | The O2 Arena |
| 14 March 2024 | Manchester | England | Manchester Arena |
| 5 April 2024 | San Francisco | United States | Oakland Arena |
| 9 April 2024 | Los Angeles | United States | Peacock Theater |
| 13 April 2024 | New York City | United States | UBS Arena |
| 17 April 2024 | Toronto | Canada | Meridian Hall (Toronto) |
| 1 May 2024 | Singapore | Singapore Indoor Stadium | |
| 16 May 2024 | Macau | (Galaxy Arena) | |
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| Malaysia | Axiata Arena | Cancelled owing to unforeseen issues |
Impact
Mirror has been recognized by both local and global media as the "new rulers of Cantopop" and a "Cantopop sensation," credited with revitalizing the genre following its decline since the early 2000s. Their influence crosses age groups, establishing them as a "beacon of hope" during Hong Kong's political unrest and the COVID-19 crisis. Luisa Tam from the South China Morning Post described Mirror as "the newest emblem of Hong Kong pride," a role not held since the passing of Cantopop icons Leslie Cheung and Anita Mui in 2003. The New York Times highlighted the group's extensive commercial endorsements, with members appearing in numerous advertising campaigns. A notable Facebook community humorously named "My Wife Married Mirror and Left My Marriage In Ruins" gathered over 300,000 followers, surpassing their official page's audience. In 2022, Mirror was listed among Tatler Asia's Most Influential figures, and in 2024, they were included on Rolling Stone's "Future 25" roster.
Awards and nominations
| Award event | Year | Category | Nominee(s) / Work(s) | Result | Reference(s) |
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| Chill Club Awards | 2021 | Group of the Year | Mirror | Template:Won | |
| Top 10 Songs – No.2 | "Boss" | Template:Won | |||
| 2022 | Group of the Year | Mirror | Template:Won | ||
| Top 10 Songs – No.2 | "Ignited" | Template:Won | |||
| KKBOX Hong Kong Music Awards | 2022 | Top 10 Most Streamed Artists | Mirror | Template:Won | |
| Metro Radio Hits Music Awards | 2020 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won | |
| 2021 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won | ||
| Song Award | "Boss" | Template:Won | |||
| 2022 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won | ||
| My Favourite Song | "Innerspace" | Template:Won | |||
| Top Ten Chinese Gold Songs Award | 2019 | Best New Artist | Mirror | Template:Won | |
| Ultimate Song Chart Awards Presentation | 2020 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won | |
| Top 10 Ultimate Songs – No.3 | "Ignited" | Template:Won | |||
| 2021 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won | ||
| My Favourite Group | Mirror | Template:Won | |||
| Top 10 Ultimate Songs – No.2 | "Boss" | ||||
| 2022 | Best Group | Mirror | Template:Won\ | ||
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| 2024 | My Favourite Group | (Mirror) | Template:Won |
External links
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<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedhk01-2018-11-03 - ↑ "Mirror出道唔見肥仔 姜濤冇得做隊長". Oriental Daily News. 3 November 2018.
- ↑ "姜濤爆百萬獎金未到手 MIRROR演唱會隊友鬥歌舞". Ming Pao. 15 November 2018.
- ↑ "【獨家】樂迷「餓」得耐個唱潮反彈 MIRROR鄭中基Serrini開騷疫境鬥法吸金". Sing Tao Daily. 21 March 2021.
- ↑ 趙允琳 (22 December 2018). %93 %E9%A2%A8 - anson-lo - %E8 % 8A % B1 % E5 % A7 % 90 approve % E5 % B0 % B1 % E4 % B8 % 80 % E5 % AE % 9A % E5 % 94 % 94 - % E9 % 9F % 93 "MIRROR演唱會拒走韓風？ Anson Lo：花姐approve就一定唔「韓」". HK01.
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