Though often dubbed as TVB’s top Diamond Bachelor, Kenneth Ma (馬國明) said he is tired of being the good guy. “After so many years in the industry, I really want to change my acting style. I want to be anything but good,” said Kenneth. The 41-year-old made his debut after graduating in TVB’s acting class of 2000. After many walk-on roles, Kenneth finally snagged a breakthrough role in 2003’s Triumph in the Skies <衝上雲霄>. Since then, Kenneth has left a positive and lighthearted impression with the audience. Not Good in Comedies “I’ve been offered many comedies lately,” said Kenneth, who has recently filmed the TVB comedy Rouge Emperor <流氓皇帝>. “I really don’t think I’m good at being funny, but I don’t mind getting some training.” Kenneth confessed that he actually enjoys villain roles more and wants to tackle a different image. The actor’s most recent villainous performance was his guest star role in 2011’s The Other Truth <真相>, portraying a money laundering accountant. “I really had fun with that role. I usually have a very naive image, portraying an evil character can bring in explosive responses. After many years in the industry, I really want to change my acting style to add more freshness to my performances. I’m willing to do any role, even if the content is sensitive. I don’t mind getting yelled at by people on the streets. That’s what happened to me when The Other Truth was airing, which told me that my character was successful.” No Ambition for TV King Rouge Emperor is slated to air later this year. An adaptation of the 1981 TVB classic The Misadventure of Zoo <流氓皇帝> starring Adam Cheng (鄭少秋), Kenneth is already generating Best Actor buzz. However, Kenneth lacks ambition to win TV King, exclaiming that he would rather win money instead. “Winning TV King through this drama is not impossible, but it depends on luck. The audience’s taste is hard to predict,” said Kenneth. “I don’t have the ambition. I’ll rather spend time earning more money to buy an apartment!” Kenneth shared that he is currently looking to purchase some property, but has not found the right one yet. “I plan to live with my family, and if I get married, I want to buy two units next to each other.” Though Kenneth has received several film offers over the years, he was hesitant in accepting them. “The filming locations are far and the duration is long. I’m worried about my family.” Revealing that he has only two years left in his TVB contract, Kenneth is still uncertain about his future. “There are artistes who left to form their own agencies, but I haven’t thought about that yet. I’m not good in business, and I’m not ruthless enough. I’ll get scammed!” Wants Low-Maintenance Girlfriend Although dubbed as a highly desirable bachelor, Kenneth disagrees. “There are plenty of other people who are also single and successful.” Being in the spotlight comes with its quirks. In the last few years, Kenneth was romantically linked with Natalie Tong (唐詩詠), Tracy Chu (朱千雪), and model Jackie X (徐佳琦). “The paparazzi said Natalie was all over me while trying when we were taking photos. The truth is, we were at a party and she acted that way with everyone. As for the reports about driving Tracy home, as a gentleman I think it’s normal to take a coworker home after midnight. I also dropped off another coworker that night, but the paparazzi hid his face with the words ‘caught red-handed.’ It was funny. At least love rumors are better than having discord rumors.” Kenneth admitted that he went out several times with model Jackie X. “We ate two meals together and kept in touch through text messages. Since we were both busy, we never developed further.” When it comes to dating, Kenneth’s parents were never picky about his girlfriends. They never rushed to him get married. “I’m a boring person, so I really need someone who isn’t. I need someone who can lead me, but I don’t want to date a spoiled princess.” Expressing his love for children, Kenneth wants to have children after marriage. “I want to have two to three kids. It doesn’t matter if it’s a boy or girl, just as long as the kids have a companion. A single child can get lonely.” Creds: Oncc
