Get into the Christmas mood

IT’S official. Christmas is speeding towards us, and there’s no stopping it. If you haven’t already, you’ll be rushing to deck your halls and complain about the rising costs of live Christmas trees – or whether you should buy one in the first place.

Get into the festive mood with BT Luxe Christmas, as we end the year with our guide to all things merry and bright. Your issue of BT this Friday (Dec 1) will include our colourful, wood-free paper, collectible publication packed with features, interviews and a Christmas gift guide for everyone on your shopping list.

But first, read about some of the names that have made an impact in 2023 in the arts and entertainment scene, starting with Jeffrey Ngai, a rising Hong Kong star who’s touted as the next big thing in the city’s movie and music scene. He talks about his accidental start in showbiz, and how “luck” has played a part in his starry ascent. But the humble thespian proves to be much more than a flash in the pan, as we find out. We also meet Nicole Tung, a gutsy Hong Kong-born American war photographer who has seen bloody conflicts up close, and shares the despair yet undying hope of people amid devastation. And on home ground, director Anthony Chen has had a stellar year with two feature films opening in prestigious festivals. He shares his thoughts on representing Singapore on the global stage.

Meanwhile, travel to Japan, the Maldives, Shenzhen and Melbourne or pick up some festive home dining and design tips. And feast your eyes on a colourful spread of gifts from fine jewellery, watches, fashion and more. It’s a Christmas worth looking forward, so don’t miss your copy of BT this Friday.