14th November 2025 – (Shanghai) Mainland Chinese actor Mark Huang Xiaoming found himself at the centre of a light-hearted online moment during his 48th birthday celebrations. The star marked his birthday on November 13th by sharing a photograph of himself with a celebratory cake on social media.
The amusement arose from the presentation of the numerals on the cake, which were intended to read “48”. In the posted image, however, the digits appeared reversed to viewers, creating the comical impression of an “84” birthday celebration. The visual blunder prompted a wave of humorous comments from his followers and fans across various platforms.
In a gracious response to the mix-up, Huang Xiaoming acknowledged his team’s role in the celebration with a touch of self-deprecating humour. He stated that the moment served as a timely reminder of his age, adding that every year remains an opportunity for hard work and dedication. Followers quickly joined in the fun, with one jesting that he appeared remarkably well-preserved for 84, while many others extended wishes for him to remain eternally youthful.
