In this exclusive episode of The Stream Panther, actress Peggy Lu—best known as the fan-favorite Mrs. Chen in Sony’s Venom trilogy—joins us for an open, heartfelt conversation about her remarkable journey through Hollywood.
From being the daughter of immigrants to landing her first call-back, Peggy takes us through the early struggles, breakthrough moments, and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped her career.
She shares what it was really like stepping onto a film set for the first time, working with Tom Hardy, and what made her Venom 3 dance sequence unforgettable.
We dive deep into her reflections on SAG-AFTRA strikes, staying grounded in an unpredictable industry, and how she transformed self-doubt into self-discovery.
💬 “Money and fame exaggerate who you really are.”
Whether you're an aspiring actor or a longtime fan of the Venom franchise, this episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and an inside look at Hollywood from one of its most sincere voices.
Special Thanks Entertainment Lab LA
Time Stamps
00:00 Coming Up
02:55 Introduction
04:42 Peggy’s 2025
06:25 Sag-Aftra Strikes
09:09 Daughter of an Immigrant
14:07 First Call Back Story
16:27 First Day on Film Set
18:40 Life After First Big Break
20:08 Venom Scene Discussion
22:25 Mrs. Chen Casting Story
27:28 Shooting for Mrs. Chen
28:27 How I Met Tom Hardy
30:55 Venom 3 Dance Sequence
33:04 Memories with Tom Hardy
35:58 Tom Hardy’s Work Process
41:51 Lessons learned from Hollywood
49:15 Advice for New Actors
54:55 Last Notes on Venom Trilogy
58:29 Self Doubt to Self Discovery
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