Anita Mui Yim-Fong
Biography
Anita Mui Yim-Fong was a Hong Kong singer and actress. Born on October 10, 1963, in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony, she was known for her contributions to the cantopop music scene. Mui held a sell-out concert at Hammersmith, London, England, where she was dubbed the "Madonna of Asia". She was famous for her wild dancing and femininity on stage, revolutionizing the gangtai style of music in the 1980s. Throughout her career, Mui remained an idol and was generally regarded as a cantopop diva. She passed away on December 30, 2003, at the age of 40. As an actress, Mui was known for her acting credits, with a total of 91 known credits.
Career overview
Anita Mui Yim-Fong was a Hong Kong singer and actress. She made significant contributions to the cantopop music scene. Her acting career spanned numerous roles, with a total of 91 known credits. Mui's stage presence and dancing style revolutionized the gangtai music genre in the 1980s. She was known for her femininity on stage and was dubbed the "Madonna of Asia" after a sell-out concert at Hammersmith, London, England.
Mui's acting career was marked by her versatility and range. She appeared in a wide variety of roles, showcasing her ability to adapt to different characters and genres. Her performances were well-received by audiences and critics alike, cementing her status as a leading actress in Hong Kong cinema.
Mui's impact on the entertainment industry extended beyond her acting career. She was a cultural icon and a symbol of Hong Kong's vibrant music and film scene. Her legacy continues to inspire new generations of artists and fans alike.
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- 永遠抱緊-梅艷芳 (2023)
- Anita (2021) as Self (archive footage)
- Anita (2021) Songs
- Anita Classic Moment Live (2004) as Self
- Anita Classic Moment Live (2004) Songs
- 梅艳芳红馆绝唱经典演唱会 (2003)
- Ultimate Fights from the Movies (2002) as Elaine (Rumble in the Bronx) (archive footage)
- Anita Mui Fantasy Gig (2002)
- July Rhapsody (2002) as Chan Man-ching
- July Rhapsody (2002) Theme Song Performance
- Wu Yen (2001) as Emperor Qi / Ancestor Huan
- Let's Sing Along (2001) as Chu Wai Tak
- Dance of a Dream (2001) as Tina Cheung
- 梅艷芳 Mui Music Show (2001)
- Midnight Fly (2001) as Michelle
- From Ashes to Ashes (2000) as Gladys
- Left Right Love Destiny (1999)
- 顧嘉煇黃霑真友情演唱會 (1998)
- Hero (1997) Songs
- Eighteen Springs (1997) as Gu Manlu
- My Love to Tell You (1997) Songs
- Who's the Woman, Who's the Man? (1996) as Fan Fan, Fong Yim Mooi
- Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Star (1996) as Gives award out
- Rumble in the Bronx (1995) as Elaine
- The Enforcer (1995) as Inspector Fong
- 梅艳芳一个美丽的回响演唱会 (1995)
- Passion 1995 (1995) Songs
- 梅艳芳公益金友好演唱会 (1995)
- Farewell My Dearest (1995) Songs
- The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) as Ling
- 梅艷芳音樂特輯之情歸何處 (1994)
- Fight Back to School 3 (1993) as Judy Tong
- The Magic Crane (1993) as Pak Wan-Fai
- The Mad Monk (1993) as Goddess of Mercy
- The Heroic Trio (1993) as Tung, The Wonder Woman
- The Heroic Trio (1993) Theme Song Performance
- Heroic Trio 2: Executioners (1993) as Tung, Wonder Woman
- Heroic Trio 2: Executioners (1993) Theme Song Performance
- 情场妙女郎 (1993)
- The Modern Love Story (1992)
- Justice, My Foot! (1992) as Mrs. Sung
- Screen Play (1992)
- Moon Warriors (1992) as Princess
- 梅艷芳飛越舞台十載情 (1991)
- The Banquet (1991) as Anita Mui
- The Illustrated Guide to Hong Kong Stars (1991)
- The Top Bet (1991) as Mei
- Saviour of the Soul (1991) as Yiu May-kwan
- Au Revoir, Mon Amour (1991) as Mui Yi
- 百變梅艷芳告別舞台演唱會 (1991)
- The Twin Bracelets (1991) Songs
- 梅艳芳-飞跃舞台十载情 (1991)
- Days of Being Wild (1990) Songs
- The Fortune Code (1990) as Jane
- Song of the Exile (1990) Theme Song Performance
- Kawashima Yoshiko (1990) as Yoshiko Kawashima / Kam Bik-Fai
- Kawashima Yoshiko (1990) Producer
- Shanghai Shanghai (1990) as Mary Sung Ka Pei
- Miracles: The Canton Godfather (1989) as Yang Luming
- A Better Tomorrow III: Love and Death in Saigon (1989) as Chow Ying-Kit
- A Better Tomorrow III: Love and Death in Saigon (1989) Theme Song Performance
- My Heart Is That Eternal Rose (1989) Vocals
- ANITA MUI SPECIAL 1989 (1989) as Anita
- 梅艷芳音樂電影巴西熱浪嘉年華 (1989)
- Dragons Forever (1988) Songs
- The Romancing Star II (1988) Songs
- City War (1988) Songs
- Picture of a Nymph (1988) Musician
- Picture of a Nymph (1988) Songs
- The Greatest Lover (1988) as Anita Ko
- 百變梅艷芳再展光華87‐88演唱會 (1988)
- One Husband Too Many (1988) as Yuan Tung / Park
- Three Wishes (1988) as Fenny / Mui Choi Fu
- 梅艷芳特輯之夢裡風情 (1988)
- Rouge (1987) as Fleur
- Rouge (1987) Theme Song Performance
- Trouble Couples (1987) as Mui Tai Heung
- Trouble Couples (1987) Theme Song Performance
- Scared Stiff (1987) as Mui
- Happy Bigamist (1987) as Yuan Tung
- Happy Din Don (1986) as Club singer
- Inspector Chocolate (1986) as Kiu Kiu
- Last Song in Paris (1986) as Anita Chow
- 100 Ways to Murder Your Wife (1986) as Fong
- Why, Why, Tell Me Why!! (1986) as Anita Fong
- Goodbye My Hero (1986) Songs
- The Musical Singer (1985) as Jannie Fong Tai Kim
- The Musical Singer (1985) Theme Song Performance
- Lucky Diamond (1985) as Ji
- Young Cops (1985)
- The Dancing Warrior (1985) Songs
- Behind the Yellow Line (1984) as Anita
- Behind the Yellow Line (1984) Theme Song Performance
- Summer Kisses Winter Tears (1984)
- Double Trouble (1984) Songs
- 香江花月夜(數碼修復版) (1984) as 方芷湄
- Mad, Mad 83 (1983)
- The Sensational Pair (1983) as Mui Yim Fong
- Let's Make Laugh (1983) as Fong
- New Talent Singing Awards (1982)
- Yangcheng Spring Festival Gala/Guangzhou and Hong Kong Spring Festival Gala (1979)
- 歷年TVB台慶經典回顧 (1968)
- Golden Horse Awards (1962) as Self