Ken Chu Joins Infinite Beyond Class 4, Sparking Curiosity — Mentor Eric Tsang Questions His Decision to Participate

(Hangzhou, March 29) Taiwanese actor Ken Chu has returned to the spotlight following recent controversies. After missing the F4 reunion concert—sparking discussions of “F4 becoming F3”—and alleging he was sidelined and defamed, he is now shifting focus to mainland Chinese entertainment by joining the reality show Infinity Beyond Class 4.

In the teaser, Chu presents a bold comeback narrative, declaring himself a “dark horse” determined to shed past labels. However, mentor Eric Tsang openly questioned his participation, asking, “Why is Ken Chu here?”—a remark that quickly fueled public discussion.

The show features a powerhouse mentor lineup, including Eric Tsang, Hao Lei, He Saifei, Liu Tao, Liu Xiaoqing, and Francis Ng, with Li Chengru serving as performance director, ensuring rigorous professional standards throughout.

Unlike many celebrities who rely on nostalgia, Chu has taken a firm stance against leveraging past fame. He declined the production team’s proposal for F4-themed segments, stating he will not revisit Meteor Garden or his iconic role “Ximen.” Instead, he aims to reintroduce himself purely as an actor, focusing on present capabilities rather than past glory.

Still, the mentors’ reactions hint at underlying tension. Francis Ng questioned the invitation, while Hao Lei suggested addressing the matter directly with Chu, easing the moment slightly.

In reality, Chu began his career as an actor and has undergone professional training, though his recent output has been limited, causing audiences to gradually lose sight of his acting identity. His participation is widely seen as a potential career reset—and for the show, a source of added intrigue and narrative tension.

Notably, Liu Tao expressed concern about contestants driven by publicity rather than authenticity. Without naming anyone, she warned against those who “perform for the sake of attention,” emphasizing that overly calculated behavior can feel inauthentic and instantly repel audiences.