When Kate Tsui (徐子珊) was offered to play a correctional services officer in Tomorrow is Another Day <再戰明天>, she originally wanted to turn it. Already known for portraying law enforcement roles, Kate did not want to get type casted. However, after several meetings with producer Lam Chi Wah (林志華) and the creative staff, Kate finally decided to set aside her fears. Kate portrays Yiu Oi Ka, a correctional services officer stationed at the all-female prison in the Lo Wu Correctional Institution. Though Oi Ka appears cheerful and happy on the outside, she is someone who hides all of her emotional pain. Oi Ka grew up without the presence of her parents, thus developing a close attachment to her family friend, “Uncle” Man Sheung Sing (Lawrence Ng 吳啟華). Despite their 18-year gap, Oi Ka falls in love with him. Man Sheung Sing is a senior correctional services officer stationed at the all-male Stanley Prison. He had a failed marriage, which led to his reluctance to start a new romance. He originally treated Oi Ka as a younger sister, but he slowly starts to realize that his feelings for Oi Ka were beyond that of friendship. Lam Chi Wah: “Kate Has Potential for TV Queen” Tomorrow is Another Day is producer Lam Chi Wah and Kate’s third collaboration together. Lam said Kate has the potential to compete for 2014’s TV Queen through her performance as the complex Oi Ka. “She appears to be very carefree on the outside, but in reality she has many wounds kept inside her. She chooses to forget about these wounds, but later that all backfires. This is a very hard role to portray, but Kate’s acting is very well-received by the public and she really gave a very heartwarming performance. When it’s time for her character to crumble emotionally, Kate gives out a certain aura. I am very satisfied [with her performance].” Lawrence’s performance as the strict Man Sheung Sing should also be anticipated. Setting aside his sophisticated appearances in dramas, Lawrence spent half a year to train his body in shape. When Lawrence was studying in England, he had trained in the military and will be showcasing similar training moves in the drama. Tomorrow is Another Day also stars Vincent Wong (王浩信), Josie Ho (何超儀), and Kenny Wong (黃德斌). The 20-episode series will premiere on October 6. Creds: Oriental Daily
