Shu Qi Biography

(Hong Kong-Taiwanese Actress & Model Known for Her Films: ‘The Eye 2’, ‘Viva Erotica’ and ‘Three Times’)

Birthday: April 16, 1976 (Aries)

Born In: Xindian District, Taipei, Taiwan

Shu Qi, born as Lin Li-hui, is a Taiwanese model and actress. She has appeared in a number of films till date, the popular ones being ‘Sex & Zen II’, ‘Viva Erotica’, ‘Young and Dangerous: The Prequel’, ‘A Man Called Hero’, ‘If You Are the One’, ‘The Assassin’, ‘The Foliage’ and ‘If You Are the One 2’. One of the highest paid actresses of the Chinese entertainment industry, Shu Qi has appeared in Playboy magazine’s Chinese edition as a model. She has also done quite a few television projects and has even acted in several music albums. Talking about the actress’ other works beyond acting, she has been serving as the brand ambassador of Frederique Constant since 2008. She has also been representing Bulgari as its brand ambassador. Coming to Shu Qi’s awards and accolades, she has won several honours and titles in her career. She received the ‘Best Actress’ award at 10th Asian Film Awards for ‘The Assassin.’ She won ‘Best Supporting Actress’ award at 35th Golden Horse Awards function for ‘Portland Street Blues.’ Besides these, Shu Qi received ‘Best Supporting Actress’ award at the 2nd Golden Bauhinia Awards function for her performance in ‘Viva Erotica.’ She has been also been honoured with Hong Kong Film Awards several times.
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Quick Facts

Also Known As: Lin Li-hui

Age: 48 Years, 48 Year Old Females

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Stephen Fung (m. 2016)

Born Country: Taiwan

Actresses Taiwanese Women

Height: 5'6" (168 cm), 5'6" Females

Notable Alumni: New Taipei Municipal Wu Feng Junior High School

City: Taipei, Taiwan

More Facts

education: New Taipei Municipal Wu Feng Junior High School

  • 1

    What are some popular movies starring Shu Qi?

    Some popular movies starring Shu Qi include "The Transporter," "The Assassin," "Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons," "My Best Friend's Wedding," and "The Foliage."
  • 2

    Is Shu Qi fluent in any languages other than Mandarin?

    Yes, Shu Qi is fluent in Cantonese, English, and Japanese in addition to Mandarin.
  • 3

    Has Shu Qi ever won any international film festival awards?

    Yes, Shu Qi won the Best Actress award at the 2005 Golden Horse Film Festival for her performance in "Three Times."
  • 4

    What are some notable fashion collaborations Shu Qi has been a part of?

    Shu Qi has collaborated with various luxury fashion brands such as Louis Vuitton and Bulgari for campaigns and events.
  • 5

    Does Shu Qi have any special skills or hobbies outside of acting?

    Shu Qi is known for her skills in martial arts, which she has showcased in several action films throughout her career.
Career
Shu Qi starred in the 1996 movies ‘Sex & Zen II’, ‘Street Angels’ and ‘Viva Erotica’. After this, she did the flick ‘Those Were the Days’. In the year 1998, she appeared in a number of movies including ‘Bishonen’, ‘The Lucky Guy’, ‘The Storm Riders’, ‘Young and Dangerous: The Prequel’, ‘Young and Dangerous 5’, ‘City of Glass’ and ‘Portland Street Blues’. A year later, the actress was cast in the film ‘Gorgeous’ in 1999. The same year, she played the roles of Mu Xiuluo and Ah Nan in the movies ‘A Man Called Hero’ and ‘Metade Fumaca’ respectively.
Shu Qi then acted in the films ‘Millennium Mambo’, ‘Beijing Rocks’, ‘Visible Secret’ and ‘Martial Angels’ in 2001. During that year, she also appeared as Little Goldfish in the drama series ‘The Duke of Mount Deer’. Then in 2004, she did the drama ‘Romance of Red Dust’. From 2005 to 2014, the Taiwanese beauty was cast in a number of movies such as ‘Seoul Raiders’, ‘Home Sweet Home’, ‘My Wife Is a Gangster 3’, ‘Blood Brothers’, ‘If You Are the One’, ‘City Under Siege’, ‘If You Are the One 2’, ‘The Second Woman’ and ‘Gone with the Bullets’, to name a few.
She then played the roles of Nie Yinniang and Ye Fenfen in the films ‘The Assassin’ and ‘All You Need Is Love’ in 2015. The following year, she appeared as Gu Jia in the flick ‘My Best Friend's Wedding’. After this, she did a cameo in the movie ‘Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back’.
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Personal Life
Shu Qi was born as Lin Li-hui on 16 April 1976 in Xindian, Taipei County, Taiwan. In 2016, she married actor-director Stephen Fung after dating him for four years.
Facts About Shu Qi
Shu Qi is known for her love of animals and has been a strong advocate for animal welfare, often using her platform to raise awareness about animal rights issues.
In addition to her successful acting career, Shu Qi is also a talented artist and has showcased her artwork in various exhibitions.

Shu Qi is a self-proclaimed foodie and enjoys trying out different cuisines from around the world. She has even shared some of her favorite recipes with her fans.

Despite her glamorous image on screen, Shu Qi is known for her down-to-earth personality and has been praised by colleagues for her humility and work ethic.

Shu Qi is a fitness enthusiast and practices yoga and pilates regularly to stay in shape. She often shares her workout routines and healthy living tips with her followers on social media.

Shu Qi Movies

1. The Transporter (2002)

  (Thriller, Crime, Action)

2. Millennium Mambo (2001)

  (Drama, Romance)

3. Three Times (2005)

  (Romance, Drama)

4. Journey to the West (2013)

  (Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Horror, Action)

5. If You Are the One (2008)

  (Romance, Comedy)

6. So Close (2002)

  (Crime, Adventure, Romance, Action, Thriller, Comedy, Drama)

7. Love (2012)

  (Romance, Drama)

8. Confession of Pain (2006)

  (Drama, Thriller, Crime)

9. The Storm Riders (1998)

  (Adventure, Action, Fantasy)

10. My Wife Is a Gangster 3 (2006)

  (Action, Comedy, Drama)

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