Tony Leung Ka Fai

Tony Leung Ka-fai is a renowned actor with roots in Hong Kong who has spent over three decades perfecting his art. Born on 1 February 1958, he has established himself in a variety of roles that range from historical figures to contemporary characters. His first encounter with the spotlight was in his debut film, Burning of the Imperial Palace (1983), in which he portrayed the Xianfeng Emperor. Tony went on to work with popular faces in the industry, like Chow Yun-fat, in movies including Prison on Fire (1987), A Better Tomorrow 3 (1989), and God of Gamblers Returns (1994). He also played Joyce Godenzi's husband in She Shoots Straight, a film that is today considered Joyce's trademark creation. Tony's career has taken him to different parts of the world, including France in 1991, where he starred in Jean-Jacques Annaud's The Lover as the older lover of a young teen schoolgirl. This role was played by Jane March in Marguerite Duras's novel which the movie was based. Despite an opportunity to portray the title character of The Last Emperor in 1987, Tony declined due to other engagements. Tony's credentials also extend to international recognition, with a role in the horror film Double Vision alongside American actor David Morse, and movies like The Myth (2005), Everlasting Regret (2005), and Election (2005). His exceptional talent earned him his fourth Best Actor award for his performance in Cold War at the 32nd Hong Kong Film Awards. He also showcased his versatility by featuring in Mayday's music video "Tough" in 2016.