 Chew is known for his versatility and ability to portray different characters that leave a lasting impression.At the 25th anniversary special in 2007, his character Ah Bee was named as one of the most memorable TV roles and his role as the villain Li Kechun in "The Reunion" was voted the Top 10 most memorable villains.In 2009 he won the Best Supporting Actor award, despite the nominations being dominated by cast of the popular blockbuster series "The Little Nyonya", for his portrayal of a promising young doctor driven to vice and insanity by unfortunate circumstances in "The Golden Path".