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SINGAPORE : Singer, actress, model - Hong Kong star Kelly Chen has worn many hats since entering showbiz in 1995. But it is her latest role of motherhood that Chen is most proud of.
The hardworking star, who continued to work throughout her pregnancy, gave birth to son Chace just barely two months ago via caesarean section and is already making her way back into the entertainment world.
On Friday, Chen graced the grand opening of Tod’s newly-renovated duplex flagship boutique at Paragon, and her in-store appearance for the Italian luxury brand isn’t her first professional assignment since the birth of her child. The previous day, Chen attended a press event for a renowned moon cake brand in which she is the spokesperson for.
“Compared to performing where rehearsals are necessary, I feel relaxed at simple events like these,” explained Chen, who was dressed in a beige trench coat dress and pink pumps that showed off her svelte figure.
The new mum admitted that she missed her baby boy and that this is the first time she is away from him for so long. To help herself cope, she had brought along 50 photographs of Chace and said that she cannot stop looking at them.
During the press event, the doting mother said she would give hubby, Alex, a call later to see how the baby is doing.
Being first time parents, Chen, who turns 36 this week, said that not knowing what Chace wanted at times was the most difficult part of taking care of a baby.
“It’s very different from before. Previously it was work that came first. Now my priority is my family. I feel that I am more caring, patient and very gentle especially towards my baby,” explained Chen on how motherhood has changed her.
She added, “I have cancelled my concerts and will slowly adjust myself back into having a busy schedule. I intend to release a Mandarin album next year and will return to Singapore to promote it.”
Chen’s rapid weight loss since giving birth has sparked rumours that she had used a surrogate mother to deliver her child. Chen replied in exasperation, “I think it’s ridiculous. It is so strange that people can come up with such stories. How an event that is meant to be happy and result in such conspiracies is beyond me.”
During her pregnancy, Chen had put on 21 pounds (9.5 kilograms). Not satisfied with her current post-pregnancy figure, she declared that she had another 9 pounds (4kg) to lose.
“It’s going to be very difficult. I delivered my child via caesarean section and hence, I do not dare to be too vigorous. I have to stick to simple exercises like yoga and not attempt anything like aerobics. The weight has to be gradually lost because right now, I am still breast-feeding.”
Motherhood has not only changed Chen’s physical appearance and life priorities, even her preference for bags are different now.
Revealed Chen, “I used to carry heavier bags with lots of metal hardware. But now, I prefer lighter bags. On one arm you have to carry your baby while the other carries a bag. I am not superwoman. I don’t have that much strength so a lighter bag would be good.
“Tod’s has many nylon bags that I adore. I like bags with many compartments, which allow me to put many different items in different sections, making it easier to use.”
Giving her take on the recent spate of celebrity secret marriages that included Hong Kong singer Andy Lau’s revelation that he has been married since June last year, Chen said, “Being married is a joyful occasion. We should congratulate them. However the whole matter feels otherwise. I wish that everyone would relax a little and not criticise them. I have nothing but best wishes for them.”
-CNA/nc
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