MGM China sues Hong Kong actor Jacky Heung over US$180,000 gambling debt
The operator seeks repayment plus interest for a loan issued for gaming chips.
Hong Kong.- MGM China Holdings has filed a lawsuit in Hong Kong’s District Court against actor Jacky Heung, seeking to recover a gambling debt of HK$1.4m (US$180,000) plus accrued interest. The debt stems from a loan issued on December 1, 2024, during a visit to the company’s Macau casino operations.
According to court filings, Heung borrowed HK$2m (US$258,000) in exchange for gaming chips, under an agreement that required full repayment the same day. While a portion of the loan was reportedly repaid, MGM claims the HK$1.4m remains outstanding. It carries an 18 per cent annual interest rate.
The 41-year-old actor, known for his career in Hong Kong cinema, is the eldest son of Charles Heung, chairman of China Star Entertainment Group and a high-profile figure in both the film and gaming industries. Charles Heung previously held stakes in Macau’s junket sector and was involved in multiple hotel and casino ventures in the region.
