4D magic

S'pore magic duo to predict 4D winning numbers


SINGAPORE : They have stunned audiences with their physical mega illusions in the past but come Friday, Singapore magicians J C Sum and 'Magic Babe' Ning will attempt their most mind-boggling feat yet - prediction of winning 4D lottery numbers.

The pair will seal their four-digit number prediction in a giant red packet which will be locked in a clear container and suspended three metres above ground in front of mega nightclub St James Power Station's main entrance.

A representative from the Singapore Tourism Board will be present to audit the proceedings of the prediction.

Over the next six days, members of the public are free to view the suspended chest which will be under tight security watch, as well as witness the 'live' revelation of the 4D prediction by the illusionists on January 27 at The Boiler Room after the official 4D results are drawn by Singapore Pools.

"'The Impossible 4D Prediction' is purely a mental and psychological challenge. We will be employing five different techniques and strategies to generate the four-digit number," explained J C.

This new psychological illusion stunt is a departure from the duo's previous high profile projects which include teleportations and their record-breaking feat of performing the most illusions - 15 - in five minutes.

"The idea of predicting the lottery was the favourite suggested mega stunt made by our Facebook friends and fans in a poll we did in early 2009. I guess everyone loved the idea of winning money," said J C. "Based on this feedback from our audience, we went about developing the method and presentation for such a prediction and chose the 4D as it is the most well known local lottery."

"The Impossible 4D Prediction" is the first ever lottery prediction to be attempted here, and in this part of the world. But that's not the only first.

"Ning and I have never bought a 4D ticket in our lives but we also believe that you should try something exciting once in your life, as long as it is legal, ethical and does not harm anyone," said J C.

The pair will buy a ticket for a single 4D number for the January 27 draw and though they have not decided on the amount to bet, it "will not be lower than S$100".

"If we hit the right winning number, we'll definitely take a break for the rest of the year!" said Ning, Singapore’s first female magician.

My sentiments exactly. However, despite my cajoling, the pair refuse to divulge to me their prediction.

"Get in line! No one besides us will know the number, not even our crew," said Ning.

There goes my chance for a windfall.


J C Sum and 'Magic Babe' Ning will make their prediction on Friday, January 22, at 8.30pm, and the big reveal at The Boiler Room @ St James on Wednesday, January 27, at 6.30pm. Admission is free.