SINGAPORE – In celebration of Chinese New Year, the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) has worked with DSTNCT to present “Burst of Luck” “顺风顺水”, a heartwarming gov.sg festive video set around the comedic chaos of a reunion dinner. Directed by rising star Cheng Chai Hong, whose debut feature We Can Save The World!!! premiered at the New York Asian Film Festival in 2025, the film follows comedy stalwarts Koh Chieng Mun, Xixi Lim, Jo Tan, and Norbin Ngoh as a family navigating their reunion dinner. The exasperated matriarch, played by Koh Chieng Mun, just wants her family to spend time together. But when an unexpected mishap throws the evening into chaos, the family is reminded that the best gift we can give our loved ones is being truly present.
“Burst of Luck” is the start of gov.sg’s 2026 Festive Film series which celebrates Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, and Deepavali. Each festive video explores how families celebrate important moments and traditions as they spend the festival with each other. The videos exist within a shared universe, and eagle-eyed viewers are invited to spot familiar faces, recurring motifs, and subtle easter eggs that connect the stories across Singapore’s multicultural calendar.
“In this digital era, we hope that this video can be a heartwarming reminder of what truly matters – family, passing traditions and values from one generation to the next, and being fully present with one another in this festive period.” said Aaron Lye, Director, Campaigns and Productions, MDDI.
“Chai Hong represents a new generation of Singaporean filmmakers who are redefining what local stories can look like. Working with him, we wanted to honour the traditions we grew up with while bringing a fresh lens to how we tell them,” said Chloe Lim, Business Director and Partner, DSTNCT. “This project builds on DSTNCT’s growing portfolio in national storytelling, work that doesn’t just entertain, but helps define shared moments for Singaporeans across cultures and generations.”
“Burst of Luck” will premiere on gov.sg channels and on broadcast and digital platforms from 3 February 2026.
