He's known as TV's obnoxious loser. Now he's taking on a classic Aussie romantic lead role

Christopher Chung, 38, is the focus of Benjamin Law’s weekly “roll a die” interview segment, where guests answer topics prompted by the numbers they land on. Chung, who was nominated for a BAFTA for his role in Apple TV’s Slow Horses, also stars as Harry Beecham in Netflix’s adaptation of My Brilliant Career. In the conversation, he discusses insecurities from his Melbourne youth, including being an overweight teenager—about 85 kilograms at 5 foot 4 (163 cm)—and the emphasis on weight and looks from his Asian aunties. He credits the Netflix screenplay and showrunner Liz Doran with helping shift perceptions about East Asian men. Chung also talks about meeting his wife, Scottish actor Frances Mayli McCann, and his frequent gym routine, noting he often works out before shoots, sometimes starting at 4:30am.