Eva Lai
Biography
Eva Lai Yin-San, known professionally as Eva Lai, is a Hong Kong actress born on May 20, 1964. She began her career in 1982 as a contracted artist under Shaw Brothers Studio. In 1985, she was crowned the first-ever Miss Asia Pageant winner, leading to her joining Asia Television as a performer. Lai is recognized for her roles in productions such as Dragon Killer and Baroness. She has also been associated with charitable work through organizations formed by former Miss Asia titleholders. As of recent records, she is signed under a basic艺人contract with TVB, continuing her work in television and film.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- Themis (2026) as Sin Lai-mui
- The Queen of Castle (2025)
- Hybrid Storm (2025) as Man Yuen's Mother
- A Fallen Xian (2024)
- Mission Run (2023)
- Let Me Take Your Pulse (2023)
- Used Good (2021)
- Forever Young at Heart (2021)
- A Simple Life (2012) as Elderly Home Visitor
- Lives in Flames (2012)
- The Year of Chameleon (1997) as 王心茹
- 情剑山河 (1996)
- Country Side Hero (1995)
- Thou Shalt Not Swear (1993) as Chen Tze Chun
- Black Magic (1993) as Cher
- Legend of Wong Tai Sin (1992) as Siu Lan
- Stage Door Johnny (1990) as Boss Sai Hsiao Hsuen
- Ghost Legend (1990)
- Burning Sensation (1989) as Piu Hung
- The Iceman Cometh (1989) as Princess Nan Chang
- Big Man Little Affair (1989)
- The Story of Hay Bo (1988) as Keung Hay-bo
- Rise & Fall of Qing Dynasty (1987)
- Go Back 70 Years (1986)
- Xi Shi (1985)
- How to Choose a Royal Bride (1985)
- This Man Is Dangerous (1985) as Zhi
- I Will Finally Knock You Down, Dad! (1984) as Ah Chung's fiancee
- The Supreme Swordsman (1984)
- Sex Beyond the Grave (1984) as Mrs Ida Tao
- Sex Beyond the Grave (1984)
- Return of Bastard Swordsman (1984) as Invincible Clan Division Chief
- Three Stooges Go Undercover (1984)
- Love in a Fallen City (1984) as Piao Hong
- Beloved Daddy (1984)
- Pale Passion (1984) as Ah Jun
- Little Dragon Maiden (1983) as Luk Miu Ying / Cheng Ying
- Fast Fingers (1983) as Ah Yuan
- Destiny's Champion (1982)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Eva Lai best known for?
Eva Lai is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Themis (2026), The Queen of Castle (2025), The Iceman Cometh (1989), Rise & Fall of Qing Dynasty (1987).
When and where was Eva Lai born?
Eva Lai was born on May 20, 1964 in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony [now China].
How many credits does Eva Lai have?
Eva Lai has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 2026.
What is Eva Lai's background in cinema and television?
Eva Lai Yin-San, known professionally as Eva Lai, is a Hong Kong actress born on May 20, 1964. She began her career in 1982 as a contracted artist under Shaw Brothers Studio. In 1985, she was crowned the first-ever Miss Asia Pageant winner, leading to her joining Asia Television as a performer. Lai is recognized for he...
Eva Lai by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Rise & Fall of Qing Dynasty (1987) — aged about 23
- I Will Finally Knock You Down, Dad! (1984) as Ah Chung's fiancee — aged about 20
- Themis (2026) as Sin Lai-mui — aged about 62
- The Queen of Castle (2025) — aged about 61
- The Iceman Cometh (1989) as Princess Nan Chang — aged about 25
- Return of Bastard Swordsman (1984) as Invincible Clan Division Chief — aged about 20
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