Shu Qi
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Shu Qi is the stage name
of a Taiwanese
actress born Lin Li-Hui . Her stage name is occasionally romanized
as Hsu Chi (Taiwanese) or Shu Kei (Cantonese/Japanese). Her name is sometimes seen in the Western order as Qi Shu.
, Taipei County
(now New Taipei City), the young Shu Qi moved to Hong Kong
at the age of 17. She began in the softcore porn modelling industry, appearing on the cover of Penthouse Hong Kong for February 1995 issue and the Chinese edition of Playboy magazine. She eventually came under the management of Hong Kong producer Manfred Wong
, who signed her on to several softcore Hong Kong films such as Sex & Zen II in 1996.
's 1996 film, Viva Erotica
, which was about the erotic film
industry in Hong Kong, opposite Karen Mok
and the late Leslie Cheung
. At the Hong Kong Film Awards
, she received the Best Supporting Actress award for the film. Since then, she has appeared in mainstream Hong Kong films such as Gorgeous (1998) opposite Jackie Chan
, Stanley Kwan
's The Island Tales (1999) and Hou Hsiao-Hsien
's critically acclaimed Millennium Mambo
(2000).
In 2002, she appeared in the French blockbuster film The Transporter
and the Asian action film So Close
. In 2004, she played the main role in the Hong Kong horror film The Eye 2
.
In 2005, she won the Best Actress Award at the 2005 Golden Horse Awards for her three roles in Hou Hsiao-Hsien
's Three Times
.
From 2006-2009, she was selected by Kenzo
to be part of the third advertising campaign for its successful fragrance, Flower by Kenzo
.
She also worked as a spokesperson for Shiatzy Chen
.
In 2008, she was member of the jury of the Berlinale, the Berlin International Film Festival. In 2009, she was member of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival
.
Shu Qi represents Frederique Constant
in Asia as brand ambassador since 2008. Shu Qi, Frederique Constant
and Paint-a-Smile Foundation transformed the murals on the walls of the cardiology department at the Beijing Children's Hospital in 2009.
and Soundwalk
Stage name
A stage name, also called a showbiz name or screen name, is a pseudonym used by performers and entertainers such as actors, wrestlers, comedians, and musicians.-Motivation to use a stage name:...
of a Taiwanese
Taiwanese people
Taiwanese people may refer to individuals who either claim or are imputed cultural identity focused on the island of Taiwan and/or Taiwan Area which have been governed by the Republic of China since 1945...
actress born Lin Li-Hui . Her stage name is occasionally romanized
Romanization
In linguistics, romanization or latinization is the representation of a written word or spoken speech with the Roman script, or a system for doing so, where the original word or language uses a different writing system . Methods of romanization include transliteration, for representing written...
as Hsu Chi (Taiwanese) or Shu Kei (Cantonese/Japanese). Her name is sometimes seen in the Western order as Qi Shu.
Early life
Born in XindianXindian
Xindian District is a district in the southern part of New Taipei City in northern Republic of China .- History :Xindian's name originated during the Qing Dynasty close to 300 years ago. According to legend, a person named Lin and others came from Quanzhou, Fujian Province...
, Taipei County
Taipei County
New Taipei City is the most populous city of Taiwan. The area includes a substantial stretch of Taiwan's northern coastline and surrounds the Taipei Basin...
(now New Taipei City), the young Shu Qi moved to Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
at the age of 17. She began in the softcore porn modelling industry, appearing on the cover of Penthouse Hong Kong for February 1995 issue and the Chinese edition of Playboy magazine. She eventually came under the management of Hong Kong producer Manfred Wong
Manfred Wong
Manfred Wong Man-Chun , born on 1 January 1957 in Hong Kong is a Hong Kong radio personality, film producer, screenwriter, director and actor. He is best known for his involvement as a writer for the Young and Dangerous film series.-Biography:...
, who signed her on to several softcore Hong Kong films such as Sex & Zen II in 1996.
Career
She starred in Derek YeeDerek Yee
Derek Yee Tung-sing , born in 1957, is a former Shaw Brothers actor from Hong Kong, currently a film director and screenwriter, who has achieved fame and respect in Hong Kong and international film festival circuits for treading carefully commercial viability concerns with artistic integrity...
's 1996 film, Viva Erotica
Viva Erotica
Viva Erotica is a 1996 Hong Kong film directed by Derek Yee and Lo Chi-Leung.-Plot:Viva Erotica is a sex-comedy film, though with a serious subject of how an artist has to compromise with his talents for living...
, which was about the erotic film
Sex in film
Sex in film refers to the presentation in motion pictures of sexuality and sex acts, including love scenes. Sex scenes have been depicted in film since the silent era of cinematography. Many actors and actresses have exposed parts of their bodies or dressed and behaved in ways considered sexually...
industry in Hong Kong, opposite Karen Mok
Karen Mok
Karen Joy Morris, known more commonly in the Sinosphere as Karen Mok or Mok Man-Wai, is a three-time Golden Melody Award-winning Hong Kong-based actress and singer-songwriter.- Biography :...
and the late Leslie Cheung
Leslie Cheung
Leslie Cheung Kwok-Wing , nicknamed elder brother , was a film actor and musician from Hong Kong. Cheung was considered as "one of the founding fathers of Cantopop", and "combining a hugely successful film and music career".In 2000, Cheung was named Asian Biggest Superstar by China Central...
. At the Hong Kong Film Awards
Hong Kong Film Awards
The Hong Kong Film Awards , founded in 1982, are the most prestigious film awards in Hong Kong and among the most respected in mainland China and Taiwan. Award ceremonies are held annually, typically in April. The Awards recognize achievement in all aspects of filmmaking, such as directing,...
, she received the Best Supporting Actress award for the film. Since then, she has appeared in mainstream Hong Kong films such as Gorgeous (1998) opposite Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan, SBS, MBE is a Hong Kong actor, action choreographer, comedian, director, producer, martial artist, screenwriter, entrepreneur, singer and stunt performer. In his movies, he is known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, use of improvised weapons, and innovative stunts...
, Stanley Kwan
Stanley Kwan
Stanley Kwan is a Hong Kong Second Wave film director and producer.Kwan landed a job at the TVB after receiving a mass communications degree at Hong Kong Baptist College...
's The Island Tales (1999) and Hou Hsiao-Hsien
Hou Hsiao-Hsien
Hou Hsiao-Hsien is an award-winning film director and a leading figure of Taiwan's New Wave cinema movement.-Biography:...
's critically acclaimed Millennium Mambo
Millennium Mambo
Millennium Mambo directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Hou Hsiao-Hsien, is a 2001 film.-Synopsis:The main character, Vicky, portrayed by actress Shu Qi narrates from 2011 about her life 10 years earlier. She describes her youth and story of her changing life at the beginning of the new Millennium. She...
(2000).
In 2002, she appeared in the French blockbuster film The Transporter
The Transporter
The Transporter is a 2002 French action film directed by Louis Leterrier and Corey Yuen and written by Luc Besson, who was inspired by BMW Films' The Hire series....
and the Asian action film So Close
So Close
*So Close* is a 2002 action film directed by Corey Yuen and starring Shu Qi, Karen Mok and Zhao Wei. The English title is derived from The Carpenters' song Close to You, which has a prominent role in the film.-Plot:...
. In 2004, she played the main role in the Hong Kong horror film The Eye 2
The Eye 2
The Eye 2 is a 2004 Hong Kong horror film directed by the Pang brothers. It is the sequel to The Eye , though the two storylines are not related in any way except for seeing ghosts.-Plot:...
.
In 2005, she won the Best Actress Award at the 2005 Golden Horse Awards for her three roles in Hou Hsiao-Hsien
Hou Hsiao-Hsien
Hou Hsiao-Hsien is an award-winning film director and a leading figure of Taiwan's New Wave cinema movement.-Biography:...
's Three Times
Three Times
Three Times is a 2005 Taiwanese film directed by Hou Hsiao-Hsien. It features three chronologically separate stories of love between May and Chen, set in 1911, 1966 and 2005, using the same lead actors, Shu Qi and Chang Chen.The film was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2005 Cannes Film...
.
From 2006-2009, she was selected by Kenzo
Kenzo Takada
Kenzo Takada is a Japanese fashion designer. He is also the founder of Kenzo, a worldwide brand of perfumes, skincare products and clothes....
to be part of the third advertising campaign for its successful fragrance, Flower by Kenzo
.
She also worked as a spokesperson for Shiatzy Chen
Shiatzy Chen
Shiatzy Chen is a Taiwanese fashion house, whose founder and brand innovator Wang Chen Tsai-Hsia is often referred to as the Chanel of Taiwan,and is the eponym of her luxury goods brand. She was born in 1951 in Changhua, Taiwan and founded the company in 1978...
.
In 2008, she was member of the jury of the Berlinale, the Berlin International Film Festival. In 2009, she was member of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival
Cannes Film Festival
The Cannes International Film Festival , is an annual film festival held in Cannes, France, which previews new films of all genres including documentaries from around the world. Founded in 1946, it is among the world's most prestigious and publicized film festivals...
.
Reputation
Despite her involvements in softcore films during her early stage of career, Shu Qi successfully overcame the pressure stemming from the Chinese conservative culture and gained her popularity through her acting talent and attractive appearance. She has been consistently ranked as one of the 99 most desirable women around the world by AskMen.Com.Shu Qi represents Frederique Constant
Frédérique Constant
Frederique Constant SA is a manufacture of luxury wrist watches based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva. The company was established in 1904 by Frederique Schreiner & Constant Stas and is involved in all the stages of watch production, from initial design to final assembly...
in Asia as brand ambassador since 2008. Shu Qi, Frederique Constant
Frédérique Constant
Frederique Constant SA is a manufacture of luxury wrist watches based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva. The company was established in 1904 by Frederique Schreiner & Constant Stas and is involved in all the stages of watch production, from initial design to final assembly...
and Paint-a-Smile Foundation transformed the murals on the walls of the cardiology department at the Beijing Children's Hospital in 2009.
Filmography
- The Assassin (2011)
- A Beautiful LifeA Beautiful Life (2011 film)A Beautiful Life is a 2011 romance film directed by Andrew Lau and starring Shu Qi, Liu Ye, Tian Liang, Feng Danying, Sa Rina, Zhang Songwen and Gao Tian with a special appearance by Anthony Wong.-Plot:...
(2011) - If You Are the One 2 (2010)
- Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen ZhenLegend of the Fist: The Return of Chen ZhenLegend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen is a 2010 Hong Kong martial arts film directed by Andrew Lau. The film is a continuation of the 1994 film Fist of Legend starring Jet Li, with Donnie Yen as Chen Zhen, a role made famous by Bruce Lee in the 1972 film Fist of Fury...
(2010) - City Under SiegeCity Under Siege (film)City Under Siege is a 2010 Hong Kong science fiction action film directed and co-written by Benny Chan. The film follows a group of circus performers who goes on a rampage after an accidental exposure to chemical gas left by the Japanese army in World War II, granting them superhuman...
(2010) - New York, I Love YouNew York, I Love YouNew York, I Love You is a 2009 romance film released in the United States on October 16, 2009. From the producer of Paris, je t'aime, it stars an ensemble cast, among them Bradley Cooper, Shia LaBeouf, Natalie Portman, Anton Yelchin, Hayden Christensen, Orlando Bloom, Irrfan Khan, Rachel Bilson,...
(2009) - Look for a StarLook for a StarLook for a Star is a 2009 Hong Kong romantic comedy film that was produced and directed by Andrew Lau. Inspired by the relationship between Stanley Ho and his fourth wife, Angela Leong, the film stars Andy Lau as a millionaire, who falls in love with a feisty casino dealer played by Shu Qi...
(2009) - If You Are the OneIf You Are the OneIf You Are the One is a 2008 Chinese romantic comedy film directed by Feng Xiaogang and starring Ge You and Shu Qi. The film has been very successful at the Chinese box office, and has became one of Feng's top grossing films to date, and has earned over ¥364 million at the box office.-Plot:Qin...
(2008) - Blood BrothersBlood Brothers (2007 film)Blood Brothers is a 2007 Chinese film directed by Alexi Tan and starring Daniel Wu, Shu Qi, Liu Ye and Tony Yang.It was co-produced by the Taiwanese production company CMC Entertainment, the mainland Chinese Sil-Metropole Organisation, Terence Chang's Lion Rock Productions and Hong Kong film...
(2007) - Forest of DeathForest of Death (film)Forest of Death is a 2007 Hong Kong horror film directed and co-written by Danny Pang.-Plot:Police detective Ha Chun-Chi is investigating a rape and murder that took place in a mysterious forest that has also been the scene of many suicides...
(2007) - My Wife is a Gangster 3My Wife Is a Gangster 3My Wife is a Gangster 3 is a 2006 Korean film. It is a sequel to My Wife is a Gangster 2.This movie, however bearing the My Wife is a Gangster title has little to no relation to the previous movies.- Plot :...
(2006) - Confession of PainConfession of PainConfession of Pain is a 2006 Hong Kong crime/drama film directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak, and starring Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Takeshi Kaneshiro, Shu Qi and Xu Jinglei.-Plot summary:...
(2006) - Hong Fu NüHong Fu NüHong Fu Nü , the Lady with Red Sleeves, is a legendary Chinese folk hero from imperial China whose birth name was Zhang Chuchen . She was purported to have lived during the Transition from Sui to Tang and was originally described in Biography of the Dragon-Beard Man from the Tang Dynasty...
(2006) - Home Sweet HomeHome Sweet Home (2005 film)Home Sweet Home is a 2005 Hong Kong horror film directed by Cheang Pou-soi, starring Shu Qi, Karena Lam and Alex Fong.-Plot:May moves into a new apartment complex with her family. Her young son goes missing not long after they have settled in...
(2005) - Three TimesThree TimesThree Times is a 2005 Taiwanese film directed by Hou Hsiao-Hsien. It features three chronologically separate stories of love between May and Chen, set in 1911, 1966 and 2005, using the same lead actors, Shu Qi and Chang Chen.The film was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2005 Cannes Film...
(2005) - Seoul RaidersSeoul RaidersSeoul Raiders is a 2005 Hong Kong film co-written and directed by Jingle Ma and starring Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Shu Qi and Richie Ren. The film is a sequel to the 2000 film Tokyo Raiders.-Plot:...
(2005) - The Eye 2The Eye 2The Eye 2 is a 2004 Hong Kong horror film directed by the Pang brothers. It is the sequel to The Eye , though the two storylines are not related in any way except for seeing ghosts.-Plot:...
(2004) - The Foliage (2003)
- Looking for Mr. Perfect (2003)
- Haunted Office (2002)
- The TransporterThe TransporterThe Transporter is a 2002 French action film directed by Louis Leterrier and Corey Yuen and written by Luc Besson, who was inspired by BMW Films' The Hire series....
(2002) - Just One LookJust One LookJust One Look is a 2002 Hong Kong film written and directed by Yip Kam-Hung, and starring Shawn Yue, Anthony Wong and Gillian Chung.-Plot:A young man contemplates revenge on the gangster he believes responsible for his father's death...
(2002) (cameo) - So CloseSo Close*So Close* is a 2002 action film directed by Corey Yuen and starring Shu Qi, Karen Mok and Zhao Wei. The English title is derived from The Carpenters' song Close to You, which has a prominent role in the film.-Plot:...
(2002) - Women From Mars (2002)
- The Wesley's Mysterious FileThe Wesley's Mysterious FileThe Wesley's Mysterious File is a 2002 Hong Kong science fiction film directed by Andrew Lau starring Andy Lau, Shu Qi and Rosamund Kwan. Hong Kong director Wong Jing also makes a cameo appearance.-Summary:...
(2002) - Beijing RocksBeijing RocksBeijing Rocks is a 2001 Hong Kong film directed by award-winning director Mabel Cheung about the rock and roll music scene in Beijing...
(2001) - Love Me, Love My MoneyLove Me, Love My MoneyLove Me, Love My Money is a 2001 Hong Kong romantic comedy film written, produced and directed by Wong Jing, and starring Tony Leung Chiu-Wai, Shu Qi, Angie Cheung, Chun Cho, Lam Ka-Tung, Teresa Mak and Wong Yut Fei....
(2001) - Visible SecretVisible SecretVisible Secret is a 2001 Hong Kong horror comedy film directed by Ann Hui, starring Eason Chan, Shu Qi, Anthony Wong, Sam Lee, James Wong, Wayne Lai, Kara Hui, Tony Liu and Cheung Tat-ming.-Plot:...
(2001) - Millennium MamboMillennium MamboMillennium Mambo directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Hou Hsiao-Hsien, is a 2001 film.-Synopsis:The main character, Vicky, portrayed by actress Shu Qi narrates from 2011 about her life 10 years earlier. She describes her youth and story of her changing life at the beginning of the new Millennium. She...
(2001) - Martial AngelsMartial AngelsMartial Angels is a 2001 Hong Kong film directed by Clarence Fok Yiu-leung.-Cast:* Julian Cheung - Zi-Yang* Shu Qi - Cat* Kelly Lin - Octopus* Sandra Ng - Monkey* Teresa Mak - Goldfish* Rachel Ngan - Pigeon* Terence Yin - Bone...
(2001) - For Bad Boys Only (2000)
- My Name is Nobody (2000)
- Dragon Heat (2000)
- Skyline Cruisers (2000)
- Flyin' Dance (2000)
- Born to Be KingBorn to Be KingBorn to Be King , also known as Young and Dangerous 6: Born to Be King, is a 2000 Hong Kong film directed by Andrew Lau. It is the fifth and final sequel to the Young and Dangerous film series.-Synopsis:...
(2000) - Hidden Whisper (2000)
- Unexpected Challenges (2000)
- My Loving Trouble 7 (1999)
- Metade FumacaMetade FumacaMetade Fumaca is a 1999 Hong Kong film directed by Kam-Hung Yip.-Cast and roles:* Eric Tsang - Roy 'Mountain Leopard'* Nicholas Tse - Smokey* Shu Qi - Ah Nam* Kelly Chen - Policewoman...
(1999) - When I Look Upon the Stars (1999)
- The Island Tales (1999)
- Iron Sister (1999)
- A Man Called HeroA Man Called HeroA Man Called Hero is a 1999 Hong Kong film based on the manhua series Chinese Hero: Tales of the Blood Sword by artist Ma Wing-shing. Directed by Andrew Lau, the film starred Ekin Cheng, Shu Qi, Kristy Yang, Nicholas Tse and Yuen Biao. The film's theme song Tin Sat Ku Hsing was performed by Ekin...
(1999) - True Woman (1999)
- Gorgeous (1999)
- Extreme Crisis (1998)
- Another Meltdown (1998)
- Portland Street BluesPortland Street BluesPortland Street Blues is a 1998 Hong Kong film, directed by Yip Wai Man. The film is a spin-off of the Young and Dangerous series of films.-Synopsis:...
(1998) - Young & Dangerous: The Prequel (1998)
- City of GlassCity of Glass (film)City of Glass is a 1998 Hong Kong film, directed by Mabel Cheung.-Cast:* Nicola Cheung - Suzie* Daniel Wu - David* Leon Lai _ Raphael* Audrey Mak - Tiger Sing* Shu Qi - Vivian* Vincent Kok* Pauline Yam* Eason Chan...
(1998) - BishonenBishonen (film)Bishonen... , is a 1998 Hong Kong romantic drama film about an ill-fated gay romance. It is directed by Yonfan and starred Stephen Fung, Daniel Wu and Shu Qi....
(1998) - Love Generation Hong Kong (1998)
- The Storm RidersThe Storm RidersThe Storm Riders is a 1998 Hong Kong film based on the manhua series Fung Wan by artist Ma Wing-shing. Directed by Andrew Lau, it starred Ekin Cheng as Wind and Aaron Kwok as Cloud. The plot involves two children, Whispering Wind and Striding Cloud, who become powerful warriors under the evil Lord...
(1998) - Young and Dangerous 5Young and Dangerous 5Young and Dangerous 5 is a 1998 Hong Kong triad film. It is the fourth and final sequel to the Young and Dangerous film series.-Plot:...
(1998) - The Lucky GuyThe Lucky GuyThe Lucky Guy is a 1998 Hong Kong comedy film directed by Lee Lik-Chi and starring Stephen Chow, Sammi Cheng , Daniel Chan and Shu Qi.-Synopsis:...
(1998) - L-O-V-E... Love (1997)
- My Dad Is a Jerk (1997)
- Love Is Not a Game, But a Joke (1997)
- Those Were the DaysThose Were the Days (1997 film)Those Were the Days is a 1997 Hong Kong movie directed by Kin-Nam Cho.-Cast:* Gallen Lo - Lee Kei* Francis Ng - Tse Yuen* Dayo Wong - Wong Ching-Wai* Natalis Chan - Ngau Tat-Wah* Maggie Cheung Ho-yee - Ching Po-Chu...
(1997) - Love: Amoeba Style (1997)
- The Fruit is Swelling (1997) (cameo)
- A Queer Story (1996)
- Till Death Do Us Laugh (1996)
- Street AngelsStreet Angels (1996 film)Street Angels is a 1996 Hong Kong film directed by Billy Tang Hin-Shing.-Cast and roles:* Linda Cheung - Pidan / Black Beauty* Valerie Chow - Karen* Maria Cordero - Singer in Number One Club* Spencer Lam - Barrister Lam* Shu Qi - Ming-Ming...
(1996) - Queer Story (1996)
- Growing Up (1996)
- Viva EroticaViva EroticaViva Erotica is a 1996 Hong Kong film directed by Derek Yee and Lo Chi-Leung.-Plot:Viva Erotica is a sex-comedy film, though with a serious subject of how an artist has to compromise with his talents for living...
(1996) - Sex & Zen II (1996)
Other works
"Hong Kong" (2008)--an audio walking tour by Louis VuittonLouis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Malletier – commonly referred to as Louis Vuitton , or shortened to LV – is a French fashion house founded in 1854 by Louis Vuitton. The label is well known for its LV monogram, which is featured on most products, ranging from luxury trunks and leather goods to ready-to-wear, shoes,...
and Soundwalk
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Film | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Golden Bauhinia | Viva Erotica Viva Erotica Viva Erotica is a 1996 Hong Kong film directed by Derek Yee and Lo Chi-Leung.-Plot:Viva Erotica is a sex-comedy film, though with a serious subject of how an artist has to compromise with his talents for living... |
Best Supporting Actress | |
| Golden Horse Award | Fei Yat Boon Oi Ching Siu Suet | Best Actress | ||
| Hong Kong Film Award | Viva Erotica Viva Erotica Viva Erotica is a 1996 Hong Kong film directed by Derek Yee and Lo Chi-Leung.-Plot:Viva Erotica is a sex-comedy film, though with a serious subject of how an artist has to compromise with his talents for living... |
Best Supporting Actress | ||
| Best New Performer | ||||
| 2005 | Golden Horse Awards | Three Times Three Times Three Times is a 2005 Taiwanese film directed by Hou Hsiao-Hsien. It features three chronologically separate stories of love between May and Chen, set in 1911, 1966 and 2005, using the same lead actors, Shu Qi and Chang Chen.The film was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2005 Cannes Film... |
Best Actress | |
| 2010 | 29th Hong Kong Film Awards 29th Hong Kong Film Awards Ceremony for the 29th Hong Kong Film Awards took place on 18 April 2010 . Here are the nominees listed taken from the official website.Wang Po Chieh's original nomination for the Best New Performer was withdrawn after he was confirmed to be an actor in the 2008 Taiwan film Winds of September... |
Look for a Star Look for a Star Look for a Star is a 2009 Hong Kong romantic comedy film that was produced and directed by Andrew Lau. Inspired by the relationship between Stanley Ho and his fourth wife, Angela Leong, the film stars Andy Lau as a millionaire, who falls in love with a feisty casino dealer played by Shu Qi... |
Best Actress |