118 2014
What is 118?
"118" is a television series that revolves around the life of Hong Daming, a positive and generous man who runs a coffee shop in Tiong Bahru. He and his wife, Liu Meimei, are well known in the community for their kindness and willingness to help those in need.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 473
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 20, 2014
- Last aired
- Nov 29, 2016
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- SG
- Networks
- MediaCorp Channel 8
- Genres
- Family, Soap
- Updated
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"118" is a television series that revolves around the life of Hong Daming, a positive and generous man who runs a coffee shop in Tiong Bahru. He and his wife, Liu Meimei, are well known in the community for their kindness and willingness to help those in need. Hong Daming's family lives in a 3-room flat above the coffee shop, which was built in pre-war years. This flat is home to Hong Daming and his wife, as well as their four children, who are named Hong Shunfeng, Hong Shunshui, Hong Jinzhi, and Hong Yuye. The family's living situation is portrayed as being crowded, with six people sharing a 3-room flat.
Should you watch it?
“A generous coffee‑shop owner helps his community while juggling life in a cramped pre‑war flat.”
- Shows the warmth of a helpful neighbor
- Depicts family dynamics in a tight living space
- Highlights Singapore's Tiong Bahru setting
- The limited setting may feel repetitive
- The everyday focus may not appeal to viewers seeking high drama
Watch it if you enjoy gentle, community‑centered stories about family and neighborhood bonds.
The series is light‑hearted and family‑friendly, suitable for all ages.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the title "118" refer to?
It comes from Hong Daming’s nickname, based on his coffee‑shop and house both bearing the number 118.
Who is Hong Daming?
He is a positive, generous man who runs a coffee shop and helps people in his community.
Where is the coffee shop located?
It is in the Tiong Bahru area.
How many children does Daming have and what are their names?
He has four children: Hong Shunfeng, Hong Shunshui, Hong Jinzhi and Hong Yuye.
What kind of home do the family live in?
They live in a pre‑war three‑room flat that houses six people.