Chow Yun-fat
| Born | May 18, 1955 |
| Hometown | Lamma Island, Hong Kong |
| Net worth | $200 million |
| Height | 6'1" (1.85m) |
| Spouse | Candice Yu, Jasmine Tan |
| Partner | Idy Chan |
| Parents | Chan Lai-fong, Chow Yung-Wan |
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Chow Yun Fat, 68, conquers his 1st half-marathon with impressive 2.5-hour finish
- Hong Kong film legend Chow Yun Fat, 68, proved age is just a number after completing his first 13-mile race in just two and a half hours. Shattering expectations: Chow displayed unparalleled determination as he finished his debut half-marathon at the inaugural Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Half Marathon on Nov. 19.
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Busan International Film Festival kicks off after tumultuous year
After a troubled year that saw a shakeup of its top leadership, the 28th Busan International Film Festival kicked off Wednesday with cheering crowds and stars walking the red carpet at a packed opening ceremony.
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Chow Yun-fat named Asian Filmmaker of the Year by Busan International Film Festival
Hong Kong movie icon Chow Yun-fat was named Asian Filmmaker of the Year ahead of this year's Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). Celebrating Chow: Chow’s win will reportedly be celebrated with a screening of his most iconic films, including Ang Lee’s “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” John Woo’s “A Better Tomorrow” and Anthony Pun's recent release, “One More Chance.” Chow will be presented the Asian Filmmaker of the Year award in person at the event's opening ceremony, according to a pres
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Busan Film Festival To Open With ‘Because I Hate Korea’; Chow Yun-Fat Named As Asian Filmmaker Of The Year
Busan International Film Festival (BIFF, October 4-13) has unveiled its full line-up, including opening and closing films, and announced that Hong Kong star Chow Yun-fat has been named as Asian Filmmaker of the Year. Chow will be feted through the screening of two of his most iconic films – Ang Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon …
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Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Dior Celebrate Local Filmmakers During Shanghai International Film Festival
The return of SIFF to its physical format signaled the gradual recovery of China's film industry battered by COVID-19.
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Shanghai Film Festival: 5 Movies Not to Miss
The Shanghai International Film Festival, China’s most prestigious movie industry event, kicks off its 30th-anniversary edition Friday night. It will be the first version of the festival that’s easily accessible to the global film community since 2019, after the past three editions were either canceled or rendered difficult to attend by strict COVID-19 travel restrictions at the […]
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Chow Yun Fat endured 62 slaps, hair pulling and 5 stitches while filming new movie
While shooting his upcoming film "Don't Call Me God of Gamblers," Hong Kong movie icon Chow Yun Fat reportedly endured a staggering 62 real slaps. Hardwork is a slap in the face: In a recently unveiled behind-the-scenes video on Weibo, the 68-year-old actor, who portrays a pathological gambler in the film, can be seen rehearsing alongside co-star Kenny Wong, who portrays a creditor. The scene depicts Fat seated on a sofa enduring a series of slaps delivered by Wong.
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Distribution Workshop Takes Sales Rights To Jackie Chan Action Adventure ‘A Legend’ – Cannes Market
Taipei-based sales agency Distribution Workshop has picked up international sales rights to $50M action adventure A Legend, starring Jackie Chan and directed by Stanley Tong. A sequel to Chan and Tong’s 2005 collaboration The Myth, the film also stars Zhang Yixing (Kung Fu Yoga) and Coulee Nazha (Police Story 2013), and is currently in production […]
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Michelle Yeoh celebrates Oscar win with Chow Yun Fat, Donnie Yen at star-studded Hong Kong event
Several big names in the Hong Kong movie industry attended a private dinner party to celebrate Michelle Yeoh’s historic win at the 95th Academy Awards show last month. Yeoh, 60, was the guest of honor at the event held at Hong Kong's Mandarin Oriental hotel on Friday. “Ip Man” star Donnie Yen and Yeoh’s “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” co-star Chow Yun Fat can be seen in the pictures she shared on Instagram and Facebook over the weekend.
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Under the baobab: Mending the holes in our Happy Valley foundation
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Nathalie Emmanuel To Star In Universal’s ‘The Killer’ Remake At Peacock Opposite Omar Sy
Nathalie Emmanuel has been tapped to star in Universal’s The Killer remake opposite Omar Sy. The project is a reimagining of the 1989 John Woo film, which he is also the director of, and will produce. Emmanuel’s casting in the film, which will be on Peacock, was announced by Deadline. The original movie starred Chow… Continue reading Nathalie Emmanuel To Star In Universal’s ‘The Killer’ Remake At Peacock Opposite Omar Sy
