Global Pop Group Now United Welcomes First Member from HK
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Global Pop Group Now United Welcomes Their First Hong Konger Member

Global pop group Now United has officially found its newest member in Hong Kong!

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Photo by Hong Kong Jockey Club

Global pop group Now United has officially found its newest member in Hong Kong! 

Ariel Tsang, the newest member of Now United, made her debut performance with the group at a media unveiling held on August 28, 2025, at Tai Kwun. This marks the end of a months-long search to find the group’s missing piece, consisting of auditions, Hollywood-level training, and intensive bootcamps powered by the partnership of the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) and international brand XIX Entertainment. 

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Meet Ariel Tsang, Now United’s First Member from Hong Kong

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Alex Tsang | Courtesy of Hong Kong Jockey Club

Born in Hong Kong, Ariel Tsang brings extensive stage experience as a homegrown singer, rapper, and dancer, and has gained attention for her musical talent and youthful energy. 

She speaks Cantonese, English, and Putonghua, allowing her to collaborate well with the Now United group members and connect with audiences around the world. She provides a bridge that connects Hong Kong’s new generation of talent to the global stage. 

Hong Kong Jockey Club and XIX Entertainment’s Partnership

Dennis Hau, Executive Director, Customer Strategy, Insights, and Innovation of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, said that the partnership between the two aligns with the HKJC’s vision to become a global sports entertainment brand. “This collaboration will deliver attractive world-class racing and entertainment experiences,” he shared. “The Club has long been committed to youth and talent development, and this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity provides young local talent with world-class training.” 

Superstar Aaron Kwok also attended the media unveiling as HKJC’s “Rising Star Ambassador.” He is a well-known proponent of encouraging performers and artists to shine on the stage, keeping with the Club’s commitment to youth and talent development. 

XIX Founder Simon Fuller also praised the Club’s innovative vision of combining world-class sports and entertainment, noting how Now United complements the dynamic energy of Hong Kong perfectly, and how Ariel reflects the city’s optimism and resilience to show on the world stage. 

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The members of Now United with Aaron Kwok | Courtesy of Hong Kong Jockey Club

This collaboration between HKJC and XIX also features Masterclass workshops from industry-leading professionals at XIX Entertainment’s Academy of Pop, featuring world-class dancer and choreographer Nicky Andersen and renowned vocal coach Berkley The Artist as some of their tutors. 

The members of Now United are set to film a YouTube reality series and music videos, sharing positive stories about Hong Kong and Hong Kong racing with their fans worldwide across multiple platforms.

Now United is also set to embark on a world tour in November, featuring stops in Portugal and Brazil, before returning to Hong Kong in December for the Club’s racecourses and at the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races. 

For updates on Now United’s activities in Hong Kong and to learn more about the Club’s initiatives, follow the Hong Kong Jockey Club on Instagram and Now United on Instagram and Facebook. 

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