Wu Chun is a model, actor, and musician from Brunei who ascended to prominence as one of the four members of the Mandopop boy band ‘Fahrenheit.’ Born into an influential and wealthy Bruneian family, the actor first gained prominence with the 2005 release of ‘Fahrenheit,’ but he was also the first to quit the band. (reportedly, to focus on his acting career). He has appeared in several prominent Taiwanese television productions, including ‘Tokyo Juliet’ and ‘Sunshine Angel.’ In addition, he has appeared in films like ‘Guardians of the Tomb’ and ‘Lady of the Dynasty.’ As a model, Chun has been featured in prominent publications such as ‘Men’s Health,’ ‘Harper’s BAZAAR,’ and ‘GQ,’ and he is involved in numerous entrepreneurial endeavors. As with his bandmate Jiro Wang, the maverick is involved in philanthropy and is affiliated with a number of Chinese and Bruneian charitable organizations. He is married to his high school partner, with whom he shares two children. The family has appeared on reality television programs.
Youth and Early Life
Wu Chun was born in Bandar Seri Begawan to an affluent Bruneian family on 10 October 1979 as Goh Kiat Chun. His family has aristocratic ties and is of Chinese descent. His father, Goh Kim Tian, made his fortune in real estate. Additionally, the family controls a nationally renowned and well-known car agency. Goh King Chin, a member of Brunei’s “Legislative Council,” is the uncle of Chun.
Chun has recently revealed that the monarch of Brunei once offered to adopt him for a certain amount of money. (a practice common with the royal family). His father refused the offer, much to Chun’s pleasure, and instead of being wealthy and alone, Chun was left with a loving family.
At ‘Chung Hwa Middle School,’ he allegedly met his high school girlfriend, who later became his wife. Later, Chun migrated to Australia to attend ‘RMIT University’ in Melbourne, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. After returning to Asia, he played basketball for Brunei’s national team and modeled for ‘Yilin’ in Taiwan and ‘Diva Models’ in Singapore.
Wu Chun’s Career
In 2005, Chun entered the entertainment industry during a journey to Taiwan. During this time, he met and impressed a TV producer who suggested he portray the male lead in the live-action adaptation of the Japanese manga series Tokyo Juliet. (2006). He also contributed to the series soundtrack. At the time, Chun was not proficient in Mandarin, so his dialogue had to be dubbed.
In the same year, he also appeared in ‘KO One,’ the series that launched ‘Fahrenheit,’ and was invited to become the final member of the burgeoning Mandopop boy band. Chun provided bass vocals for the ensemble. Interestingly, each of the four band members represented a different season, with Chun representing autumn. (cool or 59 degrees).
In September 2006, the band released its debut album, garnering popularity in Taiwan and mainland China before gaining popularity throughout East and Southeast Asia. Between 2006 and 2009, ‘Fahrenheit’ was one of the country’s fastest-growing musical acts, releasing three top-selling albums: ‘Fahrenheit’ in 2006, ‘Two-Sided Fahrenheit’ in 2008, and ‘Love You More and More’ in 2009. They also performed in large concerts and on television.
During the same time period, Chun maintained his independence. In addition to ‘Hanazakarino Kimitachihe’ (2006), ‘Romantic Princess’ (2007), ‘The X-Family (2007), and ‘Hot Shot’ (2007), he also appeared in ‘Hanazakarino Kimitachihe’ (2006), ‘Romantic Princess’ (2007), and ‘The X- (2008). In 2008, he received the ‘Asia Pacific Entrepreneurial Award’ (APEA) for ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year due to his dedication to a number of entrepreneurial endeavors.
In 2009, he made his film debut with ‘The Butterfly Lovers,’ which marked the beginning of a thriving film career that continues to this day. 2010 saw the release of his final album, ‘Fahrenheit,’ followed by ‘Super Hot.’ In addition, he released his second film that year. Despite rumors that he would portray ‘Night Tenjo’ in the live-action adaptation of the manga ‘Absolute Boyfriend’ in the same year, bandmate Jiro Wang supplanted him in the project.
At this time, he was contemplating abandoning the group to focus on his acting and (at that time) secret family.
Chun finally proclaimed his departure from the band in 2011, ostensibly to focus on acting. With his departure, the remaining members of ‘Fahrenheit’ began to concentrate on solo endeavors, initiating an indefinite hiatus for the band. The members parted ways amicably, leaving open the prospect of future collaboration or reunion.
Since 2011, Chun has continued to act, notably in the television series “Kindaichi Case Files.” (2013–2014). He has also appeared in a number of films. His work on the 2018 international co-production “Guardians of the Tomb” with Kellan Lutz, Kelsey Grammer, and Li Bingbing is particularly noteworthy in light of his increasing international popularity. He was designated international brand ambassador for ‘Royal Brunei Airlines in 2014.
In the same year, he began promoting Taiwanese tourism. After disclosing that he had a family, Chun also ventured into reality television, appearing with his daughter Nei Nei and son Max in ‘Dad is Back (2014) and ‘Where Are We Going, Dad?’ (2017).
Awards & Achievements
Chun has received a number of accolades for his work, both within and outside of the entertainment industry. In 2007, his band “Fahrenheit” won the “HITO Music Award” for “Best Male Group” and the “Chinese Music Award” for “Best New Group.”
In addition to the ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year’ award he received in 2008, he also won the ‘APEA Corporate Social Responsibility Award’ in 2013. In 2015, he received the “Excellent Youth Award” from the monarch of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah.
Chun’s Personal Life
Chun has been involved with his high school classmate Li Ying since his brother-in-law introduced them at age 16. In 2009, they discreetly married. In 2011, when she was expectant with their first child, Chun pretended to care for his ailing father in order to be with her. Chun did not corroborate the rumors of his marriage and fatherhood until 2013, despite his inability to stop them. Nei, born in 2011, and Max, born in 2013, are Chun and Li’s two children.
Both Chun and his wife are involved in multiple entrepreneurial endeavors. He is the managing director of the large health club “Fitness Zone” and also operates two food businesses and a salon. In 2012, he was designated as an ambassador for the Brunei Anti-Narcotic Drug Association. In 2015 and 2016, he organized two ‘She Runs’ charity marathons for women only to raise money for children’s cancer research.
Additionally, he supports blood donation campaigns. He embarked on a 10-hour road journey in China to distribute medical supplies to small villages, raising $68,000 for “Special Olympics Brunei Darussalam.” In 2016, he was appointed ambassador of benevolence for a large charity concert benefiting people with special needs.
Estimated Net Worth
Wu Chun is one of the wealthiest and most renowned television actors. Wu Chun has a net worth of $5 million, according to our analysis of Wikipedia, Forbes, and Business Insider.
Trivia
Chin directs InterContinental Hotels’ television advertisements. He has an extreme phobia of insects.