Luke Chan (Lukeychan)
Lukeychan, the online alias of Singaporean influencer Luke Chan, is a content creator, entrepreneur, and former restaurateur, recognized for his comedic, lifestyle, and relationship-themed videos on TikTok. He is known for his engaging storytelling style and relatable content, which has garnered a substantial following both in Singapore and internationally.[1][2] As of 2025, Chan has over 133k followers on his Instagram and 200k followers on his TikTok.
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Early life
Luke Chan grew up in Singapore and developed an interest in digital media and content creation from a young age. Details about his formal education have not been widely publicized, but he has leveraged his personal experiences and creativity to establish a strong social media presence.[1]
Personal life
While Chan has not publicly disclosed the exact start date of his relationship with his girlfriend, Yuki, they have been featured together in various social media posts and videos, including a joint appearance on The BIG Show TV in 2025, specific details about the beginning of their relationship remain private.
Falling into drug addiction
Chan was diagnosed with eczema during his early teenage years. The condition caused significant physical discomfort and mental distress, leading to insecurity and social isolation. He described avoiding social situations due to the "judgy eyes" from others and the fear of his skin becoming itchy and embarrassing. To cope with these insecurities and the pain of his condition, Chan turned to drugs around the age of 14 or 15. His addiction escalated to hard drugs, which he used to feel "good and confident." He has stated that his drug addiction ultimately worsened his eczema, creating a vicious cycle where he used drugs to numb himself, caring only about his next high.[3]
A heartfelt plea from his mother, who was at her "wits' end," became the catalyst for change. Chan decided to get clean, going cold turkey by deleting his suppliers' contacts and cutting off friends involved with drugs. He also signed up for a gym membership to distract himself from drug cravings, calling the process difficult but achievable with determination. After recovering, Chan found that his skin improved significantly. He dedicated himself to finding the right products to manage his eczema, eventually incorporating the QV Dermcare Eczema Daily range into his skincare routine to help repair his skin barrier and reduce flare-ups.[3]
Chan uses his platform to share his story and offer hope. He advises others with eczema not to blame themselves or see themselves as "of lower value than other people." He views his eczema scars as a reminder of the hole he climbed out of and feels grateful to use his past to potentially change someone else's life for the better.[3]
Viral TikTok videos
Chan is best known for his TikTok videos, where he uploads sketches and short-form content focused on humor, dating, and daily life in Singapore. His content style blends comedy, satire, and relatable scenarios, appealing to younger audiences. As of 2025, Chan has over 9.8m likes in total on his TikTok. His top performing video has garnered over 4.1m views, with another one having 3.2m views and several other skits or shorts having hit the million mark in terms of views. On TikTok, Chan's videos have accumulated a total of over 9.8 million likes. His most-viewed video has garnered over 4.1 million views, with another popular video reaching 3.2 million views. Several of his other skits and short-form videos have also surpassed one million views each.
Beyond TikTok, he maintains an active presence on Instagram, using the platform to promote lifestyle content and funny skits. He has also collaborated with local and regional brands for digital campaigns, leveraging his online influence to create content that resonates with his followers. These partnerships include collaborations with food brands, F&B establishments, and lifestyle products, such as Shein, Heng Watch and PapaPasta. He has also collaborated with other content creators such as Fah Chatchaya Suthisuwan (@fahhaha_) and Simon Boy (@simonboyyyyyyy). Chan's collaboration skit with Chatchaya went viral, amassing over 1.6m likes, and has posted frequent collabs with Simon Boy, with one of them being sent to SAF Barracks to share their experience and spread awareness of drug intake.
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Entrepreneurship
Founder of PastaPapa (2024-2025)
In December 2024, Chan ventured into the food and beverage (F&B) industry by opening PastaPapa, a pasta restaurant located at the Bukit Merah Sports Lifestyle Centre. The restaurant featured an interactive “cook-your-own-pasta” concept, allowing diners to prepare their own meals at the table using instructional videos and chef equipment provided for the experience. The concept was developed in partnership with Jayden Loh, owner of DLLM Lok Lok, and two other business partners, with a combined investment of approximately S$50,000.[2]
PastaPapa operated for less than a year, closing on 5 August 2025 due to personal family health challenges faced by Chan. He cited his mother’s stage four cancer diagnosis, his girlfriend’s mother suffering from stage three bone marrow cancer, and the recent death of his grandfather as factors influencing his decision to step away from the restaurant to prioritize family.[2]
Despite its brief operation, PastaPapa attracted media attention and a loyal following among Chan’s fans due to its innovative dining concept. His venture demonstrated his entrepreneurial initiative and willingness to combine his personal brand with creative business ideas. Lukeychan’s ability to integrate social media influence with physical experiences in the F&B industry has been highlighted in multiple media reports.[1][2]
Media coverage
The launch of his F&B venture, PastaPapa, garnered significant press coverage due to its interactive “cook-your-own-pasta” concept. Multiple outlets documented the restaurant’s opening and operational model, emphasizing its novelty in Singapore’s food scene. Mothership.sg reported on the restaurant’s concept, noting how it leveraged Chan’s online influence to attract a fan following and generate buzz for the interactive dining experience.[1][2]
When PastaPapa closed on 5 August 2025, [An article published by Mothership.sg reported that ........] media outlets focused on the personal circumstances behind the closure, including Chan’s family health challenges. Coverage highlighted his decision to prioritize family over business, with interviews detailing the illnesses of his mother and girlfriend’s mother, as well as the passing of his grandfather.[1]
Additionally, CNA Lifestyle featured Lukeychan for his innovative approach to bridging social media influence with entrepreneurship. The coverage explored how he integrated his online presence into real-world experiences, offering insights into the intersection of digital influence and F&B innovation in Singapore.[4]
Podcast appearances
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References/Citations
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Mazliana, Seri. "S'porean influencer Lukeychan closes pasta restaurant in Bukit Merah after less than a year." Mothership, 1 October, 2025. Accessed 13 October 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Ng, Celeste. "Influencer Lukeychan opens restaurant with cook-your-own-pasta stations at Bukit Merah." Mothership, 5 January, 2025. Accessed 13 October 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Martens, Hannah. "From struggle to strength: S’pore influencer opens up on journey grappling with eczema & drug addiction." Mothership, 24 September, 2025. Accessed 22 October 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Lim, Gwyn. "Content creator Lukeychan opens Italian cafe where customers can cook their own food." CNA Lifestyle, 26 December, 2024. Accessed 13 October 2025.