TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Amid swirling rumors of a potential comeback, Vic Chou (周渝民), member of Taiwan's cultural phenomenon F4, the boy band that catapulted to pan-Asian stardom in the early 2000s, firmly established his conditions for any reunion during a press conference Thursday (Jun 5) for the acclaimed drama series "The World Between Us II" (我們與惡的距離II). The 43-year-old actor delivered an unambiguous message regarding his priorities, declaring, "If it's just about making money, don't come to me."
The quartet, which emerged in 2001 after starring in the breakthrough television drama "Meteor Garden" (流星花園), a series that defined a generation of East Asian popular culture, includes Jerry Yan (言承旭), Vic Chou, Van Ness Wu (吳建豪), and Ken Chu (朱孝天). Industry insiders have hinted at plans for a 25th-anniversary celebration concert in 2026, but coordination difficulties have mounted as each performer has since signed with separate management companies, creating logistical and contractual hurdles that complicate any potential reunion efforts.
During the media event, Chou disclosed that reunion proposals have become a yearly occurrence, though insufficient strategic planning has consistently impeded progress toward actual implementation. The actor, who maintains a measured perspective on F4-related matters partly due to his status as the junior member of the ensemble, conveyed a notable absence of anxiety regarding potential group activities. He emphasized his principled stance on any future collaboration, reaffirming that artistic integrity and meaningful creative direction would take precedence over purely commercial motivations in his decision-making process.
The devoted fanbase spanning multiple Asian countries may need to temper expectations for an imminent F4 revival, as Chou's candid commentary indicates that substantial preliminary groundwork and alignment of artistic objectives among all four performers remains a prerequisite for any collective return. While behind-the-scenes conversations presumably persist, the millions of admirers who propelled the group to unprecedented regional fame continue to monitor social media and entertainment news outlets for indications that their favorite quartet might eventually reconvene for performances that would undoubtedly generate tremendous nostalgia across the region. ◼