TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan's rising cinema showcase took a personal turn Tuesday (May 6) as the Taipei Film Festival (台北電影節) debuted its promotional campaign featuring actress Vivian Sung (宋芸樺), who recounted her cultural misadventures in Los Angeles. The festival ambassador revealed an expensive parking mishap that cost her approximately NT$28,000 (US$935) when authorities towed her improperly parked vehicle.
Her American sojourn included attending the renowned Coachella Music Festival, where she witnessed Lady Gaga's performance, an event she described as "a once-in-a-lifetime experience." The actress noted that her return to Taiwan brought a newfound sense of calm during media appearances, transforming her perspective on work from mere employment to a meaningful component of her life journey.
The 31-year-old performer candidly discussed a professional impasse she experienced from ages 28 to 31, a period during which she seriously considered leaving the entertainment industry altogether. Her international experience proved transformative, however, restoring her mental equilibrium and inspiring a more lighthearted approach to both career obstacles and new opportunities.
