The Original Teochew Version of Dear You Is Back. But What Is Really Coming Back?

Singapore government has approved many more additional screenings of Dear You in its original Teochew dialect, rather than the dubbed Mandarin version.

Many people are saying, "Teochew is making a comeback!"

Perhaps. But I believe this development teaches us something even deeper.

1. Scarcity Creates Value

The original Teochew version was available only in limited screenings.

That made it more precious. People naturally value what is scarce.

Dear You reminds us that truly valuable things do not always need massive promotion.

Sometimes, scarcity itself creates demand.

2. People's Voices Matter

The decision to add more Teochew screenings shows that public feedback was heard.

Good leadership is not just about making decisions.

It is about listening.

When people speak, and leaders respond, trust grows.

3. Let's Also Appreciate Our Leaders

A minister recently remarked that he hardly has time to watch movies.

Some people questioned that. I see it differently.

It reminds us that many leaders quietly devote their time to serving the country and its people. Not everyone needs to watch the same movie.

But we can certainly appreciate those who work hard behind the scenes.

4. Great Movies Invite Repeat Viewing

I know many people who have already watched Dear You two or three times. The additional Teochew screenings are also a gentle reminder to experience the movie again.

Because every time we watch it, we discover something new about life—and about ourselves.

5. The Real Conversation Is Not About Teochew. It Is About Authenticity.

Ultimately, people are not talking about a dialect. They are talking about something much deeper.

Authenticity.

• Authentic people.
• Authentic love.
• Authentic sacrifice.
• Authentic humanity.

That is why Dear You has touched audiences across different languages and cultures.

Many viewers do not understand every word of Teochew or Mandarin.

But everyone understands sincerity. Everyone understands love.

This is also the essence of Love Intelligence (LQ).

• Care expresses genuine concern for others.
• Courage enables us to do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
• Connection creates meaningful relationships built on authenticity.

Perhaps what is truly making a comeback is not the Teochew dialect.

It is something far more precious.

Authentic humanity.

What do you think? I'd love to hear your thoughts.