Before the 25+ million views, before the twists and turns, and before HighLife Asia became what it is today, Mark Byrne sat down with Ambrose from Lifestyle Asia for an exclusive behind-the-scenes conversation.

Travel back to the early days of HighLife Asia as Mark reveals how the show came to life, what happened during COVID, why reality TV had always been part of the vision, and how the project began reaching an international audience.

You’ll also see the fun, spontaneous side of the collaboration as Ambrose gets a lesson in creating Mark’s iconic hairstyle — including the birth of the “Mark My Name” look! 😂

But looking back, Mark also reveals something he couldn’t have known at the time: how different the journey would ultimately become.

From the people and opportunities to the unexpected twists, drama, jealousy and backstabbing that would later shape the HighLife Asia story, this episode gives you a glimpse into the journey before it all unfolded.

This is where the story really starts.

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Mark meets Michael, James and Obi from CALM Candle Essentials for a day of fragrance, wellness, outrageous challenges and plenty of positive drama. 

From guessing fragrances and testing wellness products to a 30-second sales challenge — Mark has to prove he can sell the products better than the experts! 😂 

Expect plenty of laughs, unexpected moments and a very important question: 

WHO ACTUALLY WON THE CHALLENGE? 👀 

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Mark Byrne heads into the heart of Hong Kong for a fun, unpredictable and revealing day with Yann, founder of HK Talents Model & Artist Agency.

From fashion and modeling to luxury campaigns, international talent and life in Hong Kong, Mark and Yann get to know each other — with plenty of laughs, surprises and unexpected moments along the way.

Mark even gets put through his paces in a modeling masterclass. Can Yann turn him into a real supermodel? Well, darlings… you decide! 😂

But behind the glamour and laughter comes a deeply personal conversation, as Yann shares the extraordinary story of being diagnosed with acute leukemia, his treatment in Hong Kong and France, and the second chance at life that changed his perspective forever.

This is Behind The HighLife — real people, real stories, glamour, humour and the unexpected moments behind the world of HighLife Asia.

✨ Life is short. Follow your passion. Take the risk. And when you get a second chance, run with it.

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