Rosina Lam Returns to Mainland Drama

Rosina Lam, the Xiamen-born actress known for her work in Hong Kong television, is making waves in the Chinese drama industry with her latest project, ‘Legend of the Magnate’ (大生意人). After recently wrapping up work on the Hong Kong drama ‘Darkside of the Moon,’ Lam has shifted her focus to this new venture. This project is particularly special as it reunites her with an old central academy of drama classmate, Chen Xiao.

A Reunion 15 Years in the Making

Not many are aware that Rosina Lam and Chen Xiao graduated from the Central Academy of Drama 15 years ago. Despite the years and miles that have separated them, their friendship has remained strong. Whether they are working in different parts of the world or navigating various roles, both actors have always ensured to support each other’s careers. It’s no surprise that they are thrilled to be working together in ‘Legend of the Magnate.’

Portraying Empress Dowager Cixi

In ‘Legend of the Magnate,’ Rosina Lam takes on the formidable role of Empress Dowager Cixi of the Qing Dynasty. Known historically for her influential and powerful reign, playing such a character is both a challenge and a dream come true for Lam. She mentioned that rehearsing and preparing for this role reminded her of her university days, bringing back many fond memories. The newly released stills from the production highlight Lam’s striking appearance as the Empress Dowager—certainly a character that will captivate audiences.

Building New Friendships on Set

Besides the joy of reuniting with Chen Xiao, Rosina Lam shared that she made numerous new friends while working on ‘Legend of the Magnate.’ She expressed her gratitude to the director and fellow crew members for their support and care throughout the production. The 37-year-old actress is eager to collaborate with them again on future projects, marking this experience as one of the most meaningful in her career.