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Wu Hu Jiang (band)

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Wu Hu Jiang
Company typeBoy band
IndustryMusic, Entertainment
Founded2009
Defunct2011
Headquarters
Taiwan
ProductsMusic, Television appearances

Wu Hu Jiang () was a Taiwanese male idol group established in early 2009. Their name was inspired by the Five Tiger Generals featured in the drama K.O.3an Guo. The original lineup comprised George Hu, Benjamin Wang (who served as leader), Shao Xiang, Si Wei Hong Zheng, and Bo Yan. Following company strategy adjustments favoring a quartet formation, Bo Yan departed in late 2009. The ensemble officially dissolved in 2011.

History

Wu Hu Jiang came together in 2009, drawing their moniker from the Five Tiger Generals portrayed in K.O.3an Guo. After Bo Yan's exit in October 2009—prompted by management’s preference for a four-member group—the band continued with four members despite objections from the remaining artists.

Distinct from many contemporary boy groups, each member brought prior experience within the entertainment sector: Wang, Bo Yan, and Luo had backgrounds as professional models; Hu had secured second male lead roles across several television series; Shao Xiang had limited exposure before fulfilling military service obligations.

The group appeared prominently in the popular TV drama K.O.3an Guo, aired on China Entertainment Television and TVB J2. Their on-screen presence quickly garnered fan attention, supported by strong internal discipline exemplified by team rules such as penalties for lateness that contributed to shared meals. Wu Hu Jiang actively promoted the series through fan gatherings in Hong Kong and collaborated with and Dong Cheng Wei on the track "Rival" (). Additionally, they participated in a 2009 Soul Eater cosplay event, connecting with fans and endorsing the manga franchise.

On 11 September 2009, the band published a photo-book chronicling their journey (), which sold over 10,000 copies in its first print run.

In 2010, Wu Hu Jiang joined fellow labelmates Fahrenheit for promotional activities in Shenzhen. While Fahrenheit members traveled business class, Wu Hu Jiang flew economy class—a management decision intended to instill discipline despite their training in Japan and position as a key company act.

The group disbanded in 2011 due to multiple factors including Si Wei Hong’s conscription into military service and George Hu’s contractual disagreements. Meanwhile, Benji was unable to participate in Hayate the Combat Butler owing to commitments with stage productions. Post-disbandment, George Hu remains the sole member continuing to use his stage name professionally.

George Hu

Full Name: 胡宇崴 / Hu Yu Wei
English Name: George Hu
Date of Birth: July 24, 1982
Place of Birth: New York
Citizenship: American/Taiwanese

Benji

Stage Name: 班傑 / Ban Jie
Chinese Name: 王宏文 / Wang Hong Wen
English Name: Benjamin Wang
Professions: Actor, model, singer
Date of Birth: May 20, 1982

Shao Xiang

Legal Name: 李紹祥 / Li Shao Xiang
Also Known As: 邵翔 / Shao Xiang
English Name: Sean
Occupations: Actor, model, singer
Date of Birth: April 7, 1982
Place of Birth: Taiwan

Si Wei Hong Zheng

Birth Name: Luo Hong Zheng (羅弘証)
English Name: Wes
Date of Birth: July 26, 1989
Place of Birth: Taiwan
Occupations: Actor, singer, model

Filmography

2004
  • Say Yes Enterprise (portraying Shao Xiang)
2005
2006
  • Emerald on the Roof (character: George)
2007
  • Love at First Fight (George as Lei Da Sheng)
  • The X-Family (George playing Shen Xing Zhe / Qiang Ling Wang)
  • Romantic Princess (role: George)
  • Wayward Kenting (Shao Xiang featured)
2008
  • Hot Shot (roles of Bo Yan and George)
  • Love Catcher as Mark, also known as Benji
2009
  • ToGetHer (George cast as Jia Sen)
  • K.O.3an Guo (George portraying Guan Yu, Bo Yan as Zhang Fei, Shao Xiang in the role of Ma Chao, Si Wei Hong Zheng as Huang Zhong, Benji as Zhao Yun)
  • Black & White (Benji playing Sarkozy G)
2010
2011
2012
2013

External links

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