Over the past several months, the relationship between popular actress Naran, known for Creation of the Gods, and billionaire heir Eric Fok, who is 14 years her senior, has drawn widespread attention. On the morning of August 30, Sina reported that the couple, often described as a “C-drama beauty and business heir” pairing, had reportedly registered their marriage and were preparing to hold a wedding in November this year in Hainan, China. More notably, ahead of their rumored wedding, Eric Fok and Naran jointly established an entertainment company called Shanhai Culture, with registered capital of HK$50 million. Eric Fok reportedly owns a 51% stake, while Naran holds the remaining 49%.
On paper, the two are business partners. However, some observers believe the HK$50 million investment was largely provided by Eric Fok to establish the company and give Naran a leading role as its owner, potentially securing her future access to film projects. The company is reportedly preparing to produce a movie inspired by Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, with Naran allegedly set to take the female lead.
Sources also claimed that before officially joining the wealthy Fok family, Naran turned down numerous opportunities to appear publicly in mainland China and instead chose to settle long-term in Hong Kong, where the Fok family is based. She was reportedly spotted by passersby riding the Star Ferry while studying Cantonese. The IP location displayed on the actress’s social media accounts has also consistently appeared in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, Naran’s fashion style has reportedly changed in recent months, with many noting that it appears increasingly suited to her boyfriend’s family background.
Not long ago, Naran was spotted enjoying a date with Eric Fok in the stands of a stadium in the United States, where the couple appeared extremely happy together. Interestingly, businessman Timothy Fok, Eric Fok’s father, was also captured in the same frame. In photos published by Chinese media, Naran and Timothy Fok were taking pictures of Eric Fok, while the handsome heir’s attention remained focused entirely on his girlfriend, accompanied by an affectionate smile. The moment was seen as further evidence that Naran and Eric Fok are deeply in love. Timothy Fok’s appearance alongside the Creation of the Gods actress was also interpreted by some as a sign that the prominent businessman had accepted her as a potential daughter-in-law.
Previously, when reporters asked Timothy Fok about Naran and Eric Fok’s wedding date, he reportedly responded with a broad smile and said cryptically, “Let my son answer this happy news himself.” His reaction was widely interpreted as a subtle acknowledgment of the rumored wedding between his son and the popular C-drama actress.
Naran and Eric Fok’s relationship may appear romantic and peaceful now, but the couple has previously faced plenty of speculation. Around two months ago, when reporters repeatedly questioned Eric Fok’s sister-in-law, Guo Jingjing, about their rumored wedding, she reportedly responded bluntly that “there is no happy news related to marriage in our family.” The statement led many viewers to believe that Naran had lost her chance of marrying into the wealthy family and had been rejected by the Fok clan.
However, following the couple’s recent stadium date and a series of seemingly positive gestures from Timothy Fok, the public has become more convinced that Naran and Eric Fok remain happy and are moving toward a high-profile wedding. Some also believe Guo Jingjing’s earlier cautious response may simply have reflected her private personality and her desire not to reveal sensitive family matters, rather than an outright denial of Naran’s rumored marriage to Eric Fok.
According to QQ, Naran and Eric Fok have been dating since 2024. The Creation of the Gods actress initially signed with Genesis Model Agency, where Eric Fok has served as CEO and a major shareholder since she was 19. Their relationship reportedly began as that of an employee and chairman. However, in 2024, the two started developing romantic feelings and eventually became a couple. Naran and Eric Fok never officially announced their relationship, but they also did not go to great lengths to hide it. They were reportedly spotted traveling together in Bali, Indonesia, before their romance was eventually exposed by the media.
Over the past two years, Naran has also been photographed interacting closely with various members of the Fok family. She has even appeared at numerous important occasions involving the prominent Hong Kong business dynasty.
In February this year, during the Lunar New Year holiday, the Creation of the Gods actress was photographed by passersby traveling to Italy with Eric Fok’s family for a warm and seemingly joyful trip. Her interaction with the wife of Eric Fok’s younger brother particularly attracted public attention and became a hot topic online. In front of the cameras, Naran and the younger daughter-in-law of the billionaire family were seen chatting enthusiastically and appearing comfortable with each other. At the time, many netizens believed Naran was gradually being accepted by her boyfriend’s family and welcomed into the Fok clan.
Earlier this year, Naran also attended a birthday celebration for businessman Timothy Fok, Eric Fok’s father. She had previously appeared at the wedding of Eric Fok’s younger brother in November last year. At the event, Naran stayed close to Eric Fok throughout the celebration. The two displayed numerous affectionate gestures, with Eric Fok even helping the actress adjust her outfit. Their noticeably sweet interactions eventually helped expose their relationship to the media.
Born in 1997, Naran is a mixed-race actress and model of Russian and Mongolian heritage. She began modeling at the age of 18 before transitioning into acting. In 2023, she became widely known after portraying Daji in the blockbuster film Creation of the Gods. To secure the role, Naran reportedly competed against around 15,000 candidates during the casting process. Many viewers affectionately dubbed her “the most beautiful Daji of all time.”
Meanwhile, Eric Fok was born in 1983 and currently serves as deputy general manager of the Fok Ying Tung Group. The Fok family is one of Hong Kong’s most prominent and wealthy business dynasties. Eric Fok is also regarded as one of the most eligible heirs in the Chinese business world, known for his handsome appearance and polished demeanor. Before Naran, he reportedly had a high-profile romance with renowned actress Zhang Ziyi, a relationship that once generated extensive media coverage.
Sources: K14