Jordan Chan once “couldn’t even afford a meal”; his wife, Mrs. Chan, stepped in to negotiate and helped him through the tough times.

(Hong Kong, 28th) Cecilia Cheung’s mother-in-law Chen Lan, known as Mrs. Xiang, wife of Hong Kong film mogul Charles Heung, has been active in social media in recent years, amassing over 12 million followers with her straightforward style and insider stories from the entertainment industry. Recently, she revealed in a video how she once helped Jordan Chan financially during a difficult period.

Mrs. Xiang explained that Jordan Chan faced a salary dispute with his former employer, leaving him unable to earn a living and at times “unable to afford meals.” At the time, Jordan was part of the singing-dancing group Wind Fire Sea with Michael Tse and Kent Zhu, signed under Star Factory. Despite gaining fame from his role as “Shan Ji” in the 1996 film Young and Dangerous: In the Triad World, the company still withheld salaries.

After Jordan and his colleagues sought help, Mrs. Xiang immediately intervened, sending senior executives to negotiate with the former employer to sign them and settle all unpaid wages. She emphasized that her assistance was not for personal gain, as the Young and Dangerous craze had already passed, dispelling rumors that she was “poaching talent.” Ultimately, Jordan Chan officially joined Mrs. Xiang and her husband’s company, China Star Entertainment, in 2000.

Beyond career support, Mrs. Xiang also has an interesting family connection with Jordan Chan. His wife, Chrissie Chau, was once considered her “ideal daughter-in-law” and had previously dated her son, Jacky Heung. When Chrissie ultimately married Jordan, Mrs. Xiang not only did not object but attended the wedding and gave a generous gift, earning praise for her grace.

Mrs. Xiang’s reputation for helping others is widely recognized in Hong Kong’s entertainment circle. Not only did she assist Jordan Chan, but she is also rumored to have lent HKD 4,000 to Andy Lau’s company during a financial crisis without even requesting an IOU, which she personally confirmed. These deeds highlight Mrs. Xiang’s special status—not just as a successful producer but also as a respected “big sister” figure among many artists.