29th February is a 2018 Singaporean Chinese-language television drama that aired on Mediacorp Channel 8. The series revolves around Ye Zheng Fang (Thomas Ong), an investment consultant whose life spirals into turmoil on February 29th. After a heated argument with his wife, Shu Jun (Chuan-Chen Yeh), she succumbs to a heart attack later that evening. Their son, Zhi Xin (Aloysius Pang), blames Zheng Fang for her death, while their daughter, Zhi Hui (Somaline Ang), falls into a coma following a traffic accident on the same day. Overwhelmed by grief and guilt, Zheng Fang falls asleep, only to awaken and find himself reliving February 29th repeatedly.
As the time loop ensnares each family member, they initially revel in the freedom of a day without consequences. However, they soon confront the emptiness of a life devoid of progress and meaning. The narrative delves into themes of redemption, familial bonds, and the human desire for growth and change. Through its exploration of time and consequence, “29th February” offers viewers a poignant reflection on the significance of each day and the choices we make.
