Viral Video Stars: Here’s what happened to the guy from this gambling ad
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You might remember Benjamin Ng from that anti-problem gambling advertisement that came out in 2008. It was played everywhere from buses to cinemas, and even became a meme.
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The best anti gambling ad ever created in SG is still Andy's dad. SG made a prediction expecting Germany to loose but accidentally turn Andy's dad to 赌神。
@shaun_seow
3 жыл бұрын
yeah...even the US talkshows were highlighting the irony of the ad.
@lightspeedrescue
3 жыл бұрын
I remember when a lot of people were tilted by the ad because Germany came in to the world cup as one of the favourites to win; and they won.
His advice is priceless 💯 true.
@jankoskai
3 жыл бұрын
My son leggo
@ihatefiona5424
3 жыл бұрын
agreed
@MrNavarros
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa 🤌🏼
i really quit gambling and started to seek help after watching this ad, until now this guy is my idol
Next should interview the little girl grabbing the piggy bank. Where she is now and how she's grown.
@justsomepandawithinternet
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa Bruh what
@checksoverstripes3146
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa that’s literally not how it works lol
@iangohaway
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa wrong context
@sevenhenson3926
3 жыл бұрын
@@iangohaway nobody cares abt FBI here lol
@chisooisjicken7502
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa but it's been 13 years since the ad was filmed.. The girl is adult now there's nothing for FBI to open up here
I sense a strong hint of melancholy in the advice to treasure people. It takes losing people to be able to truly empathize with those words.
He’s such a positive lad
Yes. His advice should be made into an advertisement.
Spend time with the people. Wise words indeed. Money can be earned but once your loved ones are gone, they are gone forever...
@awwee76
3 жыл бұрын
Somehow that just hit me like a train... So wise.
You should talk to the little girl! She was a crucial part of the film too. I would love to see her now after 13 years.
That ad by Benjamin is definitely more impressive than the current anti-gambling ads by Mark Lee or Wang Lei cause it is more artistic and less direct.
I want to know what happen to the Mocca bodybuilder aka " The bedroom is over there!"
@chanphuxien3060
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@endor8witch
3 жыл бұрын
he lived in bukit gombak lol i saw him few times. he was also in a singtel ad where he showed his muscles. he was so proud of it lol - I happened to stand behind him queueing at a 7-11 when he paid for a magazine with that print ad. he opened to the page to show people lmao. i don't think he was ever a professional model
@shaun_seow
3 жыл бұрын
@@endor8witch that's hilarious!
@Towkeeyoh
3 жыл бұрын
The one with the matching pipes.
@KhidAndFamily
3 жыл бұрын
@@endor8witch I think he still stays there hahaha I saw him a few times randomly when I visited my aunt.
So true. I've seen too many friends and relatives passed away at a very young age. As long as you have enough for retirement, it's best to spend time with your family and do the things you like because these are so much more important than chasing material wealth
I would love to visit his house to see his garden. Not considered as stalking right?
@Username01invalid
3 жыл бұрын
yes that's stalking.. chio me if you're going
@SuccessforLifester
3 жыл бұрын
Can. Public corridors.
@mavinaxi4240
3 жыл бұрын
@Erina Nagasawa just one look, I promise I will leave after that... 🤲 Seriously, when he do that advertisement currently, I was expecting to see his grown up daughter, this time clutching her bank book, ATM card and wallet, maybe will also scold him for heavy gambling?
i no longer watch the tv but its interesting to see that there are familar faces that we all still remember a bit of from a decade ago, nice to hear that we are mostly living peaceful lifes.
OMG I love his garden! And wise words on spending time with people who matter
30 years ago I shared a stage with u. Played old men. These days we don’t need to ‘act’ old. Good to see dude. Glad you’ve done amazing stuff! 加油! 😃
@Ben-es1uw
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Charlie!!!!! HOME by Tan Tarn How. How have you been???
@chailee1968
3 жыл бұрын
@@Ben-es1uw good good!! man you still remember!!! :D That was my only foray on the stage :D And look at all the amazing stuff you've done since! :D Look me facebook! (Charlie Giang: Yellow jacket. not many with my name)! lets connect, so good to know you still remember :D
@coomermcstommer7455
2 жыл бұрын
Start of a friendship lets go
I remember that ad playing all the time back when I was a kid in Singapore in ‘09-2010
Nice to know you Benjamin *Love from New Zealand* 🇳🇿
Well said n extremely true. You hve an amazing garden. It's just awesome. WOW !! Wishing you all the Best in every thing you do.
The reality is that people tend to spend more time on their mobile phone rather than to people who are near and love them.
@alvinquah8054
3 жыл бұрын
Yup, this is perfectly normal and okay though! Just need to make sure they do put it away once in awhile.
Spend time with ppl, spend time with family...yes, thank you Benjamin 😊
Omg...this is my first time to leave comment on this channel...i really like his words of wisdoms. Thank you for making all the episodes especially this one. Love it.
Yes! Spend time with people❣️
He should start his own channel ... I woulf love just listening to his words of wisdom
Did not expect the end to be so deep but wise.
How nostalgic! I watch NCPG ad during old days on TV.
Iconic ad. Iconic man behind the ad. And certainly some very good advice from him.
Wow didn't know the ad was so old
Uncle. U looks more handsome now..
Love the mini garden he tending.
wow, good to hear his advice and see him in his natural self!:)
Kind and gentle
Well said !!!👍👍👍
He can be Sulu of Star Trek
Unexpected Ending that brought Home the Important Message >>> Spend Quality Time with People We Love Before it is Too Late! Thank You Uncle Ben! 🕯🌍🇸🇬
Great man with great advice 👍🏻
The way he speak , he is very educated person not some gambling beng as I know, yes is true life is not about work , enjoy life every moment , I also love travelling, been to Japan 3 times and Taiwan 4 times
Hello, I am Carinne from Singapore 😊 I love your channel 👍
I remembered him as my drama instructor back in ACS (Barker Rd)
Thank you Benjamin for the advice.
He looks like Mark Lee though haha
@zainudinhassanliverpool5876
3 жыл бұрын
yeah...lol🤭
What awesome video...!!spent with people...money can earn...!!!😷😷👌
The tv on the bus thing was soooo long ago
“Spend time with the people” got it with thanks .
His town council is quite lenient. I would have been served a notice for hanging up plants pots on the corridor ceilings.
@slaiyfershin
3 жыл бұрын
Ssh don't sabo. But as a mosquito, I would be very happy with all the potted plants and even the mini fish pot there when he goes to Sydney for a week and can't look after it well. :D
@SuccessforLifester
3 жыл бұрын
@@slaiyfershin It is more about the danger of dropping from a high height. 😬
@boonhui4782
3 жыл бұрын
Aiyo! you guys don't sabotage his mini garden lar...
@shaun_seow
3 жыл бұрын
They will leave him alone unless he set up his garden in the middle of state owned jungle.
i wish i am good at organising too hahaha i love his garden
Money can be earned back, but time spent to earn back the money cannot be regained.
@alvinquah8054
3 жыл бұрын
Time that can't be regained from earning money is better than time that can't be regained after losing a loved one/ close relationship. It is also possible to shorten the time needed to work for the same money too.
He's so old now, we all cannot recognise
Nostalgic
its quite comforting listening to his voice somehow
Nice to hear that his gambling finally paid off.
His message here is more impactful than the tvc
A wake up call...👍
For some reason . . . the logo scared me like whenever this Ad appeared, I instantly go away and hide [ of course not anymore but when I was young ]
@nathanchang7713
3 жыл бұрын
Same, especially since I live with only my mother and everytime I’m alone at home this ad would kinda scare me back in the late 2000’s
How can i get in touch with this Benjamin Ng as i want to know more about how he do his planting plants etc
Such a jolly good fellow
spending time with ur love ones
Make part 2
Words at 4:58 to 5:37. Gold.
Off screen....you have great humility in life; live to live ☝️👍
I have never seen him before
Hahaha I thought you never change sia!
So he make it and did well after his last gambling stint. We should congratulate him😁
That WAS 13yrs ago....
Kamsiah, Enchek Benjamin. Lu ada betol. Money spent can be earned back whereas time lost can never be redeemed. Hai. Kamsiah oleh lu punya kata wisdom.
Nice guy
No la... You look like Ah Chan(swallow 50 buns, the HK actor in the 80)
One more time, and where is the little girl in the video right now in 2021?
Gotta admit, these people and ads are way more famous than most local celebs or dramas
He's humorous!
I always thought that was mark lee 😂
Nice👍🏼✔️🙂💗
Is that the guy from the 'Just one more bak kwa slice' meme? (I mean the other one)
$800 is a lot, Australia Airport tax very high.
Hope HDB would not ask him to remove his garden after watching this video.. :v
Govt worry????? Y bring Casino into Singapore? Hypocrite!!!
please do aaron tan next
I like this ad 🤣, can bring up the Chinese edition as well
2008的戒赌广告:华语说“ 看见你就怕”,我们学会不要被骗,看见这样的人, 一定要说不, 。Thank you your acting.
Just one more pot 🤫
His guppies🤭
That's garden✅✅✅✅
ok. he's my idol...
I was expecting to see the girl when he reacted the scene😅
im curious about the kid who did the ruyi oil commercial which she went “i even poot (farted)!” for the next viral star video ? 😆
He doesn't look like what he looked like in 2008 anymore.
cool
Why u didn't join TCS ?
I didn't become a gambler but I sure as hell gained weight from his Pineapple Tart memes!
now 13 years later, the little girl. hehe
Money can always earn. Just one more time. Lend me your money, you can always earn them back.
So how much did he donated to the Casinos at mbs rws. ....
Wat about the little girl?
What about the little girl??
Everyone talking about Benjamin, but what about the girl?
What happen to the little girl now? 13 years later....🤔
A bit familiar face like Mark Lee.
@hillry6345
3 жыл бұрын
I thought it was mark lee until now tbh🤣
i thought he became the God of Gamblers..
Rare Singaporean 🤔
❤U